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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See how 22 governors’ arguments against Biden’s loan forgiveness plan fit into framework for evaluating proposals
Read More: See how 22 governors’ arguments against Biden’s loan forgiveness plan fit into framework for evaluating proposalsThe ongoing student loan debate shows the importance of constitutional process, targeted policy, and awareness of long-term effects.
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New report helps keep an eye on religious freedom in the states
Read More: New report helps keep an eye on religious freedom in the statesUtah ranks sixth in report that examines 11 religious freedom safeguards such as healthcare conscience protections and other religious exemptions.
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Watch first Utah State School Board candidate debate Thursday on YouTube
Read More: Watch first Utah State School Board candidate debate Thursday on YouTubeTo help voters in the respective USBE districts become better acquainted with the candidates seeking to serve in these important roles, a series of debates will be conducted live, primarily…
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Respect for conscience is a natural extension of religious freedom
Read More: Respect for conscience is a natural extension of religious freedomFederal court in California case backs up doctors who don’t want to take part in assisted suicide process.
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Don’t assume partisanship lies beneath justices’ decisions
Read More: Don’t assume partisanship lies beneath justices’ decisionsPartisanship can explain some things, but it is often unhelpful in explaining the work of the Supreme Court.
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History first, debate second: Biden’s loan forgiveness plan
Read More: History first, debate second: Biden’s loan forgiveness planFailing to learn about the history of an issue often means failing to truly understand the issue.
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Religious groups often involved in helping others assert rights
Read More: Religious groups often involved in helping others assert rightsBy seeking protection from certain regulation under the freedom of association, religious Americans have helped establish legal precedents that protect nonreligious associations.
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3 questions for assessing Biden’s student loan forgiveness plan
Read More: 3 questions for assessing Biden’s student loan forgiveness planAnswering these questions can equip citizens to engage in the public debate in a more pragmatic, principled, and productive way.
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What’s Going On with Ranked Choice Voting in Utah? A Q&A with Derek Monson
Read More: What’s Going On with Ranked Choice Voting in Utah? A Q&A with Derek MonsonWhat’s going on with Utah and RCV? To learn more, I queried Derek Monson, vice president of policy at Sutherland Institute, a conservative think tank in Salt Lake City, Utah.
