Sutherland Institute
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Political machines, party bosses, and immigration
From Boss Tweed to today’s debates, the link between immigration and elections has shaped U.S. politics for over a century, often more by perception than reality.
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Believe in the Constitution, not political power
The Constitution grants states and Congress, not the president, authority over election laws. An executive order to ban mail-in voting would be constitutionally weak and unlikely to survive judicial review.
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Teach the republic: Why every civics crisis traces back to teacher preparation
Through teacher training programs that deepen constitutional understanding, we can strengthen classrooms, communities, and our republic.
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Why religion strengthens families – and why policy should protect it
A new Sutherland Institute report shows that religious practice strengthens marriage, parenting, and child outcomes. Protecting religious freedom is key to supporting strong families and thriving communities.
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Religious Contributions to the Family: Social Benefits of Religion, Volume 5
The inclusion of religious freedom in the Bill of Rights reflects that external “supports,” like religion, are essential for a free society.
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Sutherland releases new report on the social benefit of religion for families
Sutherland Institute released a new research publication on the social benefits of religion for families.
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Does open enrollment work well in Utah? Parents share their stories
Parents in Utah report mixed experiences with public school open enrollment. See where improvements are needed to better serve families.
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Judges should not amend the Constitution, even for a good reason
A recent Utah district court redistricting ruling, based on a flawed Utah Supreme Court precedent, undermines separation of powers by allowing judges to reinterpret constitutional meaning instead of preserving its plain text.
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Why Utah’s legislature is talking so much about the judiciary
A Utah proposal to change how the chief justice is chosen raises deeper questions about the balance between courts and lawmakers.
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Congressman Burgess Owens speaks about education changes
Rep. Burgess Owens joined our Congressional Series to discuss parental rights, education choice, and policy innovations.