Sutherland Institute
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Utah Education Debate Coalition presents 2020 debate series
The members of the Utah State Board of Education make critical decisions regarding the direction of education in our state.
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New polling shows pandemic could bring increase in home schooling
A recent national poll from the American Federation for Children conducted by RealClear Opinion Research shows that 40 percent of families say they are more likely to home-school or enroll in virtual schools even after the lockdowns end.
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Show grace and understanding to others amid fear and pain
In such a unique, life-changing moment like the one we are living right now, Utahns – and history – should be quick to extend grace, rather than condemnation, toward both fellow Utahns and elected leaders.
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Why has religious freedom become a hot-button issue?
Those who are concerned about the creeping intolerance of many government bodies on questions of life and family should not hesitate to make these arguments even if they are not well received in the short run.
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U.S. History of Civics part 2: School reforms for COVID-19 point us to successful ed reformers in American history
The following essay is part 2 in a series that discusses the history of civics education in America. U.S. History of Civics part 1: The Founders’ vision — ‘What species of knowledge can be equally important?’ State education leaders are…
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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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Remove barriers for flexible use of COVID-19 relief funds
The downturn driving Utah’s budget shortfall has been caused by the pandemic, so common sense would argue that states should have great flexibility to address pandemic tax revenue impacts with CARES Act funding. But that’s not the case.
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Courts siding with worshipers on overly strict pandemic directives
Fifty percent of Americans feel their freedoms have been negatively impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, according to new research from State Policy Network conducted by Heart + Mind Strategies.
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6 ways the COVID-19 era might change the 2020-21 school year
In a system where change can be inordinately difficult due to multi-layered administration and interest group politics, Utah’s education leaders should be commended for being forward-thinking about the need to change and adapt to the current realities schools face.
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The economy seems to be falling off a cliff. Is America’s commitment to religion doing the same?
The report provides careful and detailed analysis on the decline of “religiosity” – measured by affiliation with churches, church attendance, and other factors – in the United States.