by Rick B. Larsen | Nov 5, 2020
The quality of our future depends upon understanding our past Written by Rick B. Larsen Originally published in Deseret News. In 1957, the space race with Russia inspired nationwide focus on academic achievement and technology. In 2011, President Barack Obama...
by Rick B. Larsen | Jul 2, 2020
Independence Day: a reckoning Written by Rick B. Larsen Throughout our history, certain Independence Day observances stand out. Typically these happen during years marked by conflict – difficulties that cause the traditionally carefree celebration of freedom,...
by Rick B. Larsen | Jun 11, 2020
Racism did not begin in America, but it can end here Written by Rick B. Larsen Originally published in Deseret News. There are two things that stand out as I watch a nation react to the death of George Floyd. First, I will never understand how any American,...
by Rick B. Larsen and Patrice Onwuka | Apr 14, 2020
Youth mental health hangs in balance. Philanthropy can help. Written by Rick B. Larsen Originally published in The Salt Lake Tribune. America is facing unprecedented challenges. In just a few weeks, COVID-19 has changed nearly every facet of American life....
by Rick B. Larsen | Apr 10, 2020
History shows us government expands in a crisis, then stays that way Written by Rick B. Larsen Originally published by The American Conservative. The COVID-19 crisis offers unprecedented insight into the delicate balance between free market solutions and...
by Rick B. Larsen | Mar 27, 2020
President’s letter: Our urgent work Written by Rick B. Larsen Dear friend: The last few weeks have been challenging. Like you, we are working from home, worrying about our families, and – through it all – watching how remarkable and resilient the people...
by Rick B. Larsen | Mar 17, 2020
President’s letter: We will prevail Written by Rick B. Larsen Dear friend: Current events are proving to test even the calmest of nerves. Day by day, the news becomes a little more troubling, disruptions to our lives more frequent and grocery store...
by Rick B. Larsen | Feb 21, 2020
Expecting traditional outcomes in a world of changing values is insane Written by Rick B. Larsen Originally published in Deseret News. We often remind ourselves, and each other, that to repeatedly do the same thing and expect a different outcome is the...
by Rick B. Larsen | Jan 28, 2020
Sutherland president comments on passage of tax reform repeal Written by Rick B. Larsen Sutherland Institute recognizes the Legislature’s practical and necessary decision to repeal the December tax reform package through passage of HB 185. A balanced...
by Rick B. Larsen | Jan 24, 2020
Sutherland President comments on tax repeal Rick B. Larsen FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: SALT LAKE CITY—Today Sutherland Institute President and CEO Rick Larsen delivered the following statement: Something significant occurred this week. With the referendum effort...