by Jonathan Ammons | Mar 4, 2022
How we vote: ‘Knowledge will forever govern ignorance’ Written by Jonathan Ammons In the first part of this series the author wrote about the vital, fundamental importance of the vote in American democracy. This essay will explore how we vote, as well as examine the...
by William C. Duncan | Feb 23, 2022
Illinois case shows how legislators can help protect right of conscience Written by William C. Duncan In the wake of the Roe v. Wade decision, which interpreted the U.S. Constitution as requiring states to allow doctors to perform abortions, the federal government...
by Derek Monson | Feb 21, 2022
Civics of the Utah State Legislature, part 5: The governor Written by The governor plays a distinct and critical role in lawmaking. He or she is often (but not always) the final level of vetting that legislation receives before becoming law. The governor also serves...
by William C. Duncan | Feb 18, 2022
‘Cert’ history: How cases get to the Supreme Court Written by William C. Duncan The U.S. Supreme Court receives 7,000 to 8,000 requests each year to hear appeals from state and federal court decisions. It hears arguments in only about 80 of those cases. It was not...
by Derek Monson | Feb 17, 2022
Civics of the Utah State Legislature, part 4: House and Senate Written by After legislation is favorably recommended by a standing committee, the next level of vetting for a bill or resolution is the full Utah House of Representatives or Utah Senate. An example can...
by Derek Monson | Feb 14, 2022
The civics of curriculum transparency Written by Curriculum transparency, done right, strengthens the parent-teacher partnership in the education of children. It empowers parents with opportunities to have their voices heard and their values reflected in public...
