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At the core of the American Dream is the belief that hard work and commitment can yield a better life, the pursuit of which is possible thanks to the American free enterprise system – the greatest engine of prosperity in the history of humanity. But too many Americans striving to escape poverty still face obstacles to realizing that dream.
Through the Work & Opportunity Initiative, Sutherland Institute seeks to remove barriers or disincentives to work and other opportunities for economic progression that affect families in Utah and beyond. Landmark research, compelling multimedia, powerful storytelling and strategic partnerships combine to advance policy reforms that make the American Dream more attainable – protecting Utah and the United States as the land of opportunity for generations to come.
Conversations
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Giving the president more power is a bad idea
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The idea that could calm America's political chaos
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Should Washington decide everything?
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The president isn't supposed to do this
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How the federal government keeps expanding its power | Kevin Williamson & Bill Duncan
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The next Supreme Court battle?
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Why the Supreme Court can't fix every bad law
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How much power does the president really have?
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Stop expecting the U.S. Supreme Court to solve every problem
Insights & Takeaways
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TakeawaysThe impact of Sandra Day O’Connor
Read More: The impact of Sandra Day O’ConnorSandra Day O’Connor’s service on and away from the court left long-standing impacts on education, religious freedom and family issues.
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TakeawaysAmicus briefs: What they are and how they impact court cases
Read More: Amicus briefs: What they are and how they impact court casesAs part of the legal process, the amicus brief plays a pivotal role in ensuring adequate attention is brought to every facet of the case.
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InsightsAnti-Israel protests, children’s access to obscenity show difficulties of finding clear free speech limits
Read More: Anti-Israel protests, children’s access to obscenity show difficulties of finding clear free speech limitsSupreme Court’s protective rulings on free speech have not resolved every area of controversy, as ongoing issues illustrate.
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TakeawaysAmerica’s experiment with free speech
Read More: America’s experiment with free speechAmerica’s First Amendment right to free speech is part of the nation’s way of life, but it does come with some boundaries.
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InsightsThe history behind ‘shouting fire in a crowded theater’ and other free speech phrases
Read More: The history behind ‘shouting fire in a crowded theater’ and other free speech phrasesDuring the 20th century, after some conflicting court opinions, a phrase used by Justice Oliver Wendell Holmes was modified to create the expansive protections of speech we know today.
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CommentaryWhy ‘Chevron deference’ raises serious concerns about the separation of powers
Read More: Why ‘Chevron deference’ raises serious concerns about the separation of powersIf one person or a group of people can independently exercise all government powers, power is concentrated and unchecked.
