Sutherland Institute
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Utah’s only Supreme Court justice can help us with SCOTUS legitimacy
Serving 16 years, Sutherland was on the court when it faced a significant test of its independence. Then, as today, its legitimacy was publicly called into question. The lessons of Sutherland’s experience still apply today.
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Celebrating the accomplishments of Rosamond Lee Sutherland
Through her many accomplishments as a woman, Rosamond Lee Sutherland left an indelible mark on her family, social relations and her nation.
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Utah State Board of Education candidates general-election debates continue
To help voters in the respective USBE districts become better acquainted with the individuals seeking to serve in these important roles, three more debates will be conducted next week, live via YouTube, and one as a hybrid in-person/virtual event.
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The importance of religious universities in the ecosystem of education
Research suggests that there are important and distinctive contributions faith-based colleges and universities make.
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Utah’s George Sutherland played key role in U.S. women’s rights
The senator and Supreme Court justice from Utah pushed to amend Constitution to extend women’s suffrage nationwide in early 20th century and ruled in favor of legal equality.
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100 years later: George Sutherland’s service on the Supreme Court
Join us and Zions Bank throughout October in commemorating the notable impact of George Sutherland and the principles he stood for.
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How well are states preventing religious freedom conflicts?
Even a state that has formal protections for religious freedom can have a negative culture for religious practice.
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Educators recognize the need to prioritize civics education
Two recent reports back up what Sutherland found in a 2021 survey: Improving civics education in Utah means placing greater emphasis on civics in school curriculum and instruction.
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BYU’s efforts for religious exemption helped benefit others
While BYU supported a policy of nondiscrimination, it expected its constitutional and statutory rights to be treated as inherent rather than the grant of a federal agency.
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See how 22 governors’ arguments against Biden’s loan forgiveness plan fit into framework for evaluating proposals
The ongoing student loan debate shows the importance of constitutional process, targeted policy, and awareness of long-term effects.