Sutherland Institute
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This primary election season, recognize that secure elections require public trust
Promoting public trust in secure elections is both a civic duty and a matter of enlightened self-interest in maintaining the power of the people manifested through voting.
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Do religious individuals benefit the greater community?
People of faith believe they are accountable to God and have a religious duty to care for others. Studies show our communities are best served when we let them.
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Too little transparency or parent engagement?
One way to help parents get involved in their child’s education is to incentivize more teachers to create user-friendly curriculum transparency.
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Religious freedom requires access to abortion? Maybe not
An Indiana appeals court gave initial acceptance to the argument in a case where plaintiffs argue that their religious beliefs require abortion in unusual circumstances.
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Building trust in the election process
How are policymakers working to ensure elections remain trusted – and trustworthy – in 2024 and beyond?
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How much does district spending impact student outcomes?
Looking at school districts with high graduation rates and low per pupil spending may reveal innovative ways to support graduation and help students complete the success sequence steps.
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Why religion is good for society
Religion fills essential roles that do tremendous good for individuals, families and communities — and it is worthy of support from voters and policymakers.
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Religious Contributions to Serving the Vulnerable: Social Benefits of Religion, Volume 1
Policymakers can benefit from understanding the unique social benefits of religious belief and practice. The valuable social and economic contributions of religion-based organizations can easily be undermined by regulatory burdens.
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Religion a major factor in social service contribution, new Sutherland report says
A new report from Sutherland Institute highlights the evidence on the social service benefits of religion and religious people in their local communities.
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School choice case: Unpopular doesn’t mean unconstitutional
In a California case, the family of a boy with autism that chose a Jewish school is challenging state’s refusal of educational services it would offer if the child were in public or secular private school.