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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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The evolution of free speech in America
Read More: The evolution of free speech in AmericaFree speech issues have evolved since the court’s early cases, but how the courts evaluate First Amendment conflicts has not.
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The first stirrings of freedom of speech: The Founders knew all about controversial opinions
Read More: The first stirrings of freedom of speech: The Founders knew all about controversial opinionsThe debate over the 1798 Alien and Sedition Acts helped establish the popularity of freedom of speech.
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The separation of powers is crucial to the American republic
Read More: The separation of powers is crucial to the American republicThe Founders wanted to keep absolute power out of the hands of any one person or small group of people, so they created three distinct branches of government.
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Supreme Court 2023-24 preview: 3 issues so far
Read More: Supreme Court 2023-24 preview: 3 issues so farThe court is also expected to add additional cases to its agenda throughout the term, some of which may further affect freedom of speech.
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Recent antisemitism prompts a needed reminder of America’s culture of religious freedom
Read More: Recent antisemitism prompts a needed reminder of America’s culture of religious freedomWith recent antisemitic attacks abroad and at home, Americans would benefit from a reminder of our nation’s centuries-long commitment to religious freedom.
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Religious groups in school can be an important antidote to loneliness
Read More: Religious groups in school can be an important antidote to lonelinessChristian athletes in the San Jose, California, school district will now be able to associate with each other in official clubs, thanks to a recent ruling from the Ninth District…


