Defending Ideas
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Can we fix Utah’s literacy crisis? | Andrea Brandley, Carolyn Sharette, and Leland Anderson
Can education choice help drive the innovation and individualized support students need to read well, early, and with confidence?
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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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Utah, Upward Mobility, and the Future of the American Dream | Justin Callais
A new national report ranks all 50 states on upward mobility — and Utah comes out on top.
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Religious freedom, courts, and federalism in Utah | Bill Duncan
With Utah’s legislative session underway, lawmakers are weighing major questions about religious freedom, judicial authority, and the proper balance of power between states and the federal government.
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The big education debates facing Utah in 2026 | Christine Cooke Fairbanks
Utah’s 2026 legislative session is shaping up to be one of the most consequential for education in recent years.
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Can people still change their minds about religion? | Dee Allsop
Nearly one in three Americans now say they have no religious affiliation — but that doesn’t mean they’ve rejected religion outright.
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Is Washington, D.C. failing the safety net? | Tony Woodlief
Is the federal government equipped to manage America’s safety net?
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America’s missing anchors: Why 1 in 3 men are struggling | Beth Akers
There’s a growing national discussion about how men are doing and the unique challenges they face related to purpose, connection, and opportunity in American life.
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Why apprenticeships matter more than ever | Zach Boren
Expanding work-based training can open new doors to upward mobility, especially for men and boys who are struggling to find solid footing in today’s economy.
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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.