The Police Should Not Be Able to Lie to Children
If our justice system should err, let it be on the side of presuming innocence. By abolishing the use of deception towards minors, the vulnerable are protected and the innocent kept free.
Utah’s K-9 Units Must Get More Training, But It Won’t Completely Solve the Problem
Even with the recent changes in legislation, the use of K-9 units in the future is still controversial, and more work needs to be done.
Solicitors in the Sandbox
The best way to capture the fruits of tomorrow’s economy is to prepare for the unexpected.
Property Tax Deferrals: A Solution for Seniors
Rising property taxes put seniors on a fixed income at risk of losing their homes. A tax deferral program could be the fairest way to help them.
Utah’s Recidivism Rate Is Too High to Be Ignored
This program is beneficial for both the inmates and the rest of society. Through the Jail Industries program, Utahns can feel safer knowing that offenders are less likely to reoffend, and inmates benefit from gaining...
Supreme Court Ruling Delegitimizes Red Flag Laws
This reaffirmation of both privacy and Second Amendment rights should give pause to advocates of red flag laws. Posing as defenders of public safety, red flag laws bypass the Second and Fourth Amendments while simultaneously...
Autonomous Trucks Can Overhaul the Logistics Industry
Utah can benefit greatly from adopting a similar approach to Arizona regarding autonomous vehicles.
Apparently, USPS Is a Spy Agency
Leaks to Yahoo! News revealed a wide-ranging domestic surveillance campaign, run by the United States Postal Service’s covert division, to monitor Americans’ social media activities to prevent “dangerous activities” like violent...
The PRO Act would hurt independent contractors in Utah
The PRO Act may strip hard-working Utahns of jobs altogether. After the implementation of AB 5 in California (which the PRO Act is modeled after), thousands of people were simply let go from their contract jobs instead of being...
Libertas Institute Welcomes New Executive VP and More
There's so much work to be done and a ton of opportunity! We're glad these new colleagues are part of the team and excited to continue working with an all-star cast of characters who share my passion for changing the world.