Defending — Elections
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Should county clerks be nonpartisan? | Kevin Johnson & Brian McKenzie
They explore the unique role of election administrators, the political pressures they can face, and whether removing party labels could strengthen public confidence in elections.
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The roadmap to restore trust in elections | Matthew Weil & Derek Monson
The conversation covers California’s ballot counting process, why states should learn from one another, a new survey on voter confidence, and why transparency, evidence, and citizen engagement remain essential to maintaining trust in American elections.
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Rebuilding trust in America’s elections | Ben Ginsberg & Bill Duncan
The conversation explores the constitutional role of states in election administration, the limits of federal authority, the importance of institutional trust, and why federalism may offer a better framework for addressing election concerns moving forward.
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Why centralizing elections could weaken election integrity | Derek Monson
Pres. Donald Trump’s recent call to nationalize elections has reignited debates about election security, federal power, and the proper role of states.
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The map that changed Utah | Taylor Morgan
Utah’s redistricting battle has reached a breaking point, and the stakes go far beyond political outcomes. We unpack how one judicially selected congressional map reshaped Utah’s political landscape.
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Republic vs. regime: Who wins the AI arms race? | Sarah Hunt
How is AI reshaping the world’s superpowers? We explore how energy and culture could determine the battle for dominance.
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Is Trump’s DOJ pushing for a dangerous overreach? | Matt Germer and Derek Monson
The DOJ says it’s enforcing federal election laws. Critics call it a dangerous overreach that could erode privacy and weaken security.
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A Deeper Look at Utah Voter Priorities
We break down issue priorities by demographic and voting profiles and analyze the diverse perspectives within the state’s electorate.
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Should Utah change its vote-by-mail system?
We discuss whether proposed policy changes would boost or diminish public confidence in elections, examining how to balance voter convenience with election integrity.
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Special episode: Is a constitutional amendment the answer to money’s influence in politics?
Can a constitutional amendment truly address the issue of money in politics? Is it the right approach?