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Banning phones and boosting literacy: Utah’s 2026 education legislative priorities
Utah’s legislative session is right around the corner, and as in past sessions, there are already more education bills than in most other policy areas. Below are some emerging themes and Sutherland recommendations for the…
Let states fix the welfare system that Washington broke
Let states fix the welfare system that Washington broke Written by Originally published in Deseret News. The American Dream is predicated on the idea that hard work makes your family better off. But for millions of Americans…
Let states fix the welfare system that Washington broke
Originally published in Deseret News. The American Dream is predicated on the idea that hard work makes your family better off. But for millions of Americans striving to escape poverty, that often isn’t true. Our nation’s…
Sutherland Institute announces transition of president and CEO
SALT LAKE CITY (January 12, 2026) – The Sutherland Institute board of directors announced today that Rick Larsen has transitioned and is now president emeritus, as per a previously established transition plan. Sutherland…
Rick Larsen leaves a legacy of making sound ideas broadly popular
Rick Larsen leaves a legacy of making sound ideas broadly popular Written by For nearly a decade, Sutherland Institute has been blessed by the leadership of President and CEO Rick Larsen. Our state and nation have faced some…
Rick Larsen leaves a legacy of making sound ideas broadly popular
For nearly a decade, Sutherland Institute has been blessed by the leadership of President and CEO Rick Larsen. Our state and nation have faced some of the most tumultuous political and policy debates over these years, and…
Sutherland holds Men & Boys Well-being Symposium
Sutherland holds Men & Boys Well-being Symposium Written by Sutherland held a half-day symposium, focused on men and boys’ mental health, purpose, and civic anchors. The event consisted of presentations and panels…
Sutherland holds Men & Boys Well-being Symposium
Sutherland held a half-day symposium, focused on men and boys’ mental health, purpose, and civic anchors. The event consisted of presentations and panels with state and national leaders, including Governor Spencer Cox, author…
To restore hope for families in poverty, let states lead on welfare reform
To restore hope for families in poverty, let states lead on welfare reform Written by Originally published in The Hill. The holiday season offers a renewed sense of hope for many American families. But for those stuck in…
To restore hope for families in poverty, let states lead on welfare reform
Originally published in The Hill. The holiday season offers a renewed sense of hope for many American families. But for those stuck in poverty, that hope can be short-lived. One of the most perplexing aspects of America’s…
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