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Ben Shelton
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Ben Shelton


Ben is a Policy Research Fellow at Libertas Institute. He has a diverse background in public policy, journalism, and marketing. He was previously an intern at Libertas in addition to the Office of the Governor, the Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute, The Disabled Rights Action Committee, and Justice for All.

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Justice and Due Process
Justice and Due Process

If Santa Were Real, He’d Be Facing Arrest


When asked if bringing toys is really going to cause harm, Special Agent Ebenezer Scrooge quickly corrected the question. “Harmful contraband, not toys,” he sharply retorted. 

  • Ben Shelton
  • 30th Dec '21
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Justice and Due Process
Justice and Due Process

Lying to Kids Does Not Achieve Justice


The practice of deceiving young people only results in police hearing what they want to hear. It does not result in accurately solving crimes.

  • Ben Shelton
  • 28th Dec '21
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Justice and Due Process
Justice and Due Process

Utah Still Faces Challenges Mitigating Police Use of Force


Police need to receive better training to decrease their use of lethal force. Training that does not emphasize discharging a firearm is necessary if police officers intend to keep their promises of maintaining peace and order in...

  • Ben Shelton
  • 15th Dec '21
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