Utah

Who to Blame for Utah’s Housing Crisis?

Utah is in the midst of a housing crisis, and residents are understandably frustrated. So, who can we blame for this situation, and what's the solution?

Libertas Institute Staff
| 2nd Aug 2023

Education Empowerment

Demand for UT Fits All Scholarships Likely to Outpace Supply

The number of applications for the Utah Fits All Scholarship will likely blow past the 5,000 scholarships available. While that might be frustrating to families as this program launches, it will send a strong message that many families need this type of program to create the best education for their children.

Jon England
| 31st Jul 2023

Limited and Open Government

What Exactly is a City?

“Should we become a city?” Residents in five areas of Utah are asking this question. To help understand the implications of achieving city status, let's explore a few fundamental questions.

Lee Sands
| 27th Jul 2023

Education Empowerment

Does Utah Need More Law Enforcement in Schools?

Does placing more police in schools work or is it counterproductive? That is the question that should be included in current school safety discussions.

Michael Melendez
| 21st Jul 2023

Free Enterprise

Don’t Fear the Nuclear Future

Utahns need not fear proposals to build nuclear power plants near or in Utah. Caution is always warranted and healthy, but as most Utahns now agree, it should not override human progress and flourishing carte blanche.

Michael Melendez
| 17th Jul 2023

Op-Eds

Countries with Large Health Care Professional Shortages Could Save us from Ours

Utah should be the next state to explore these innovative and effective treatment options, and Utah’s lawmakers should explore ways to deregulate barriers to this treatment option via avenues such as occupational licensing reform.

Ben Shelton
| 14th Jul 2023

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