Insights & Takeaways
Insights & Takeaways is Sutherland Institute’s official blog that informs the public and policymakers alike. The blog addresses important issues through the two distinct yet complementary lenses of the seasoned policy professional and the engaged citizen.
Insights: analysis, research, and informed commentary from Sutherland experts. For elected officials and public policy professionals.
Takeaways: the most important things voters need to know. For civically engaged citizens.
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InsightsCelebrating school districts that lead on open enrollment
Read More: Celebrating school districts that lead on open enrollmentSutherland Institute will review all districts and recognize those that excel at sharing open enrollment information with Utah parents.
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InsightsRestoring federalism in campaign finance regulation
Read More: Restoring federalism in campaign finance regulationUtah has joined other states in urging Congress to consider a campaign finance amendment grounded in federalism and state authority.
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InsightsIt’s National School Choice Week. How much education choice does Utah have?
Read More: It’s National School Choice Week. How much education choice does Utah have?New national rankings show Utah as a leader in education choice, but slipping momentum highlights key reforms lawmakers should pursue.
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InsightsThe constitutional case for Utah Fits All
Read More: The constitutional case for Utah Fits AllThe Utah Supreme Court is reviewing a challenge to education scholarships for families in need. A careful reading of the Utah constitution shows the Legislature has clear authority to support…
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InsightsBest practices districts use to share information with parents
Read More: Best practices districts use to share information with parentsUtah law requires school districts to publish open enrollment data, but some go further. Here are best practices that make district websites more transparent and parent-friendly.
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InsightsLoneliness is not a mystery. We’ve known the cure for decades
Read More: Loneliness is not a mystery. We’ve known the cure for decadesAmerica’s loneliness crisis is not a personal failure but the result of weakened families, faith communities, and civic institutions, and restoring participation is the real solution.
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InsightsBanning phones and boosting literacy: Utah’s 2026 education legislative priorities
Read More: Banning phones and boosting literacy: Utah’s 2026 education legislative prioritiesAs Utah’s 2026 legislative session approaches, lawmakers weigh education bills on technology, literacy, school choice, governance, and funding.
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CommentaryLet states fix the welfare system that Washington broke
Read More: Let states fix the welfare system that Washington brokeThe Upward Mobility Act takes an essential step toward eliminating benefit cliffs, thus reducing government dependence and promoting self-reliance.
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InsightsRick Larsen leaves a legacy of making sound ideas broadly popular
Read More: Rick Larsen leaves a legacy of making sound ideas broadly popularRick’s leadership kept Sutherland grounded in constitutional values and presented an aspirational vision for the State of Utah.
