Sutherland Institute
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Does the most religious state need religious freedom protections?
In the recently concluded session of Utah’s legislature, three bills aimed at protecting religious freedom were approved. Why would the leaders of a highly religious community need religious freedom protections?
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Requiring school accreditation and education choice
Lawmakers should be cautious about introducing a requirement for accrediting private schools in education choice programs.
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Religious Giving: The Social Benefits of Religion, Volume 6
Religious belief and practice have historically played a central role in shaping the development of philanthropy, charitable institutions, and a broader culture of giving in the United States and internationally.
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Faith’s Quiet Advantage: New Research on Religion and Academic Outcomes
Religious schools make a unique and important contribution to student outcomes and to solving problems in higher education, such as accessibility, affordability, and attainability.
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Why the definition of “private schools” matters for education choice
Utah’s recently concluded legislative session sparked debate about the definition of “private schools” in state law.
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Volunteerism and Federalism: What local civic culture can teach us about elections
Americans trust locally run elections far more than national ones. Centralizing election administration in Washington could weaken trust and undermine federalism.
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Gen Z to Gen Z: We need more election officials
Polling shows Gen Z is losing faith in voting. Expanding education and career paths in election administration could rebuild trust and strengthen American elections.
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DOJ lawsuits undermine the Constitution, election integrity
Justice Department lawsuits seeking state voter data threaten federalism and could weaken election integrity by centralizing control over U.S. elections.
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What should Utah be looking for in new judges?
As Utah adds two Supreme Court justices, leaders should prioritize judges committed to constitutional text, original meaning, and the proper limits of judicial power.
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What did Utah lawmakers accomplish on education this session?
Utah’s 2026 legislative session brought major education policy changes, from literacy reform to technology limits and updates to the Utah Fits All Scholarship program.