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Curtis and Stewart: We have good reason for optimism
Despite differences in topic and tone, both congressmen endorsed an optimistic outlook, based on historical perspective, on political divisions in the nation.
Rep. Curtis: ‘Our interests are actually aligned’
Curtis’ remarks highlight a crucial insight for finding workable policy solutions in a time of significant partisan division: build discussions on a foundation of what you can agree on.
Stewart: You have to have people believe in elections
At a Sutherland Institute Congressional Series event this week, Rep. Chris Stewart said that if people lose confidence in elections, “you have lost the foundation … for a government and society to survive.” Fortunately, Utahns trust in elections is high.
Rep. Stewart: Federalism is for all parties and ideologies
Speaking at a Sutherland Institute Congressional Series event this week, Rep. Chris Stewart said he believes that federalism is the only way for America to overcome its divisions.
Sutherland Institute names new vice president of strategy & communications
Sutherland Institute announced today the addition of Nic Dunn as vice president of strategy & communications.
Romney proposal underscores importance of public trust in public health
The senator’s idea for a new, data-focused public health agency is a constructive step forward. On the other hand, a barrier to its success might be public health’s public trust problem.
Religious liberty conferences highlight the freedom that many lack around the world
In Rome, Justice Samuel Alito says: “We can’t lightly assume that the religious liberty enjoyed today in the United States, in Europe, and in many other places will always endure. Religious liberty is fragile.”
Congress’ history of messing with Supreme Court size
Congress changed the number of Supreme Court justices seven times in the 80 years after the Constitution was enacted, but that number has stayed at nine for the last 153 years.
Utah’s resilient politics bolstered by its social capital
Despite growing political and partisan divisions nationally and in other states, in Utah we have generally continued – for the time being, at least – to find practical, principled policy solutions to difficult issues.
Curtis and Stewart: We have good reason for optimism
Despite differences in topic and tone, both congressmen endorsed an optimistic outlook, based on historical perspective, on political divisions in the nation.
Rep. Curtis: ‘Our interests are actually aligned’
Curtis’ remarks highlight a crucial insight for finding workable policy solutions in a time of significant partisan division: build discussions on a foundation of what you can agree on.
Stewart: You have to have people believe in elections
At a Sutherland Institute Congressional Series event this week, Rep. Chris Stewart said that if people lose confidence in elections, “you have lost the foundation … for a government and society to survive.” Fortunately, Utahns trust in elections is high.
Rep. Stewart: Federalism is for all parties and ideologies
Speaking at a Sutherland Institute Congressional Series event this week, Rep. Chris Stewart said he believes that federalism is the only way for America to overcome its divisions.
Sutherland Institute names new vice president of strategy & communications
Sutherland Institute announced today the addition of Nic Dunn as vice president of strategy & communications.
Romney proposal underscores importance of public trust in public health
The senator’s idea for a new, data-focused public health agency is a constructive step forward. On the other hand, a barrier to its success might be public health’s public trust problem.
Religious liberty conferences highlight the freedom that many lack around the world
In Rome, Justice Samuel Alito says: “We can’t lightly assume that the religious liberty enjoyed today in the United States, in Europe, and in many other places will always endure. Religious liberty is fragile.”
Congress’ history of messing with Supreme Court size
Congress changed the number of Supreme Court justices seven times in the 80 years after the Constitution was enacted, but that number has stayed at nine for the last 153 years.
Utah’s resilient politics bolstered by its social capital
Despite growing political and partisan divisions nationally and in other states, in Utah we have generally continued – for the time being, at least – to find practical, principled policy solutions to difficult issues.