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...