Press Release
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Sutherland Institute welcomes new contributing scholar
Sutherland Institute Vice President of Policy Derek Monson announced Jon Ammons will join Sutherland’s new stable of contributing scholars, with a focus on civic institutions.
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Sutherland Institute releases part 2 from major study on civics ed
In-depth discussion with Utah teachers and parents (over a five-day period) revealed how K-12 educators, as well as parents of K-12 students, feel about the state of social studies and civics education today.
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Sutherland Institute releases part 1 from major study on civics ed in Utah
In an effort to understand more about the state of civics education in Utah – its connection to societal distress and to other relevant education topics – Sutherland commissioned a multi-part study conducted by Heart+Mind Strategies in March and April…
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Sutherland Institute statement on Critical Race Theory
Sutherland Institute submitted the following statement to Gov. Spencer J. Cox in response to calls for a ban on Critical Race Theory.
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Aaron Taylor named as Sutherland’s new Executive Vice President
Sutherland Institute President and CEO Rick Larsen announced today that former Washington, D.C., congressional staffer Aaron Taylor is Sutherland’s new Executive Vice President.
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Sutherland Institute launches 2020 Congressional Series – Stewart, Lee, McAdams and Curtis to speak in August
Sutherland Institute announced the launch of its 2020 Congressional Series. Confirmed events (all virtual) are listed and additional event details will be forthcoming.
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Sutherland Institute urges Utah delegation to support FLEX Act
Sutherland encourages all members of Utah’s delegation to analyze this critical legislation, which is already supported by a wide bipartisan coalition and several members of Congress.
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Sutherland Institute applauds the compromise special needs scholarship bill
Students with an individualized education program (IEP) will now have the opportunity to purchase a range of educational options outside of just school tuition that meet their unique needs, including textbooks, therapies, fees, supplemental materials, and more.
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President’s letter: We will prevail
As power moves from federal to state to local agencies, we see the true importance of local leadership – as well as the irreplaceable role communities must play in addressing their own needs.
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Sutherland president comments on passage of tax reform repeal
Sutherland remains committed – post-repeal – to a thorough examination of the facts and principles pertinent to tax reform in Utah. We will continue to research ideas that work, inform the public about needs and timelines, and strive to ensure…