Constitutional Law
Transparency is a constitutional check on federal agency power
In modern political culture, it is easy to forget that America’s current fixation on presidents’ actions – as opposed to focusing on other branches and levels – distorts the intention of the Framers of the U.S. Constitution.…
Free speech, not politics: Why the Supreme Court rejected Colorado’s counseling law
U.S. Supreme Court Justice Amy Coney Barrett mentioned in a recent interview that many observers, dependent on results-oriented media coverage, do not recognize that many of the Court’s decisions are unanimous. This includes…
Free speech, not politics: Why the Supreme Court rejected Colorado’s counseling law
U.S. Supreme Court Justice Amy Coney Barrett mentioned in a recent interview that many observers, dependent on results-oriented media coverage, do not recognize that many of the Court’s decisions are unanimous. This includes…
What should Utah be looking for in new judges?
What should Utah be looking for in new judges? Written by Utah will soon appoint two new Supreme Court justices following the Court’s expansion. Judges should interpret the Constitution based on its original meaning, not…
What should Utah be looking for in new judges?
Sometimes identifying an ideal is easier after ruling out alternatives. With the recent expansion of the Utah Supreme Court to keep up with projected growth in the state’s population, two more justices will be added to the…
Utah should not allow the federal government to gamble away federalism
Utah should not allow the federal government to gamble away federalism Written by The U.S. Constitution recognizes the broad authority of states in areas like criminal law while limiting the power of the national government.…
Utah should not allow the federal government to gamble away federalism
Our system of federalism, whereby the sovereign people assign some tasks to the national government and reserve the majority to the states, is one of the most striking and consequential features of the Constitution. It …
The constitutional case for Utah Fits All
The constitutional case for Utah Fits All Written by The Utah Education Association is challenging a state program that allows families in need to receive scholarships so their children can access educational resources…
The constitutional case for Utah Fits All
The Utah Education Association is challenging a state program that allows families in need to receive scholarships so their children can access educational resources outside the public school system. The Utah Supreme Court…
A New Year’s resolution worth keeping: Restoring the balance between states and Washington
A New Year’s resolution worth keeping: Restoring the balance between states and Washington Written by Federal promises are outpacing federal dollars, pushing costs onto states. “Guidance” from federal agencies often functions…
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