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Crisis Intervention Teams: An Additional Tool to Address Mental Health

On July 15, 2022, the new “988” phone number went live. It aims to be a resource for people experiencing a mental health crisis and an alternative to the police response which would typically be triggered by a 911 call. Calls are answered by a trained counselor who can offer support, connect people with local resources, and call 911 if necessary.

Amy Pomeroy
| 27th Jul 2022

Op-Eds

The Dynamizing Power of the Gig Economy

Technological innovation presents unique challenges to everyday workers as industries are being transformed. Technological advancements will ultimately create millions of jobs and enable further growth. But such progress will also displace millions of workers.

Libertas Institute Staff
| 26th Jul 2022

Op-Eds

Are Airbnb and VRBO To Blame for Utah’s Housing Crisis?

Short-term housing such as Airbnb and VRBO rentals make up some twenty thousand houses in Utah. What if those were available for residents to buy? Could this solve the affordable housing shortage?

Lee Sands
| 25th Jul 2022

Free Market

What the Government Really Thinks Is Despicable About the Minions

After multiple films, nearly everybody is familiar with the tic tac-shaped, clumsy, yellow sidekicks of the fictional villain Gru. With their own film drawing record attention, the minions are at the forefront of pop culture. So, what can we learn from these lovable characters that relates to public policy?