By Christopher Bates | Saturday, July 4, 2026

During America 250 it’s worth taking a few minutes to reflect on what the Declaration of Independence has meant for freedom of religion

By Matt Sandgren | Saturday, May 30, 2026

Sen. John Barrasso is an orthopedic surgeon, a former rodeo physician and the first in his family to attend college

By Matt Sandgren | Friday, March 6, 2026

For every benefit AI offers, there is a corresponding risk to manage. How can the United States best prepare for the AI revolution? And how will artificial intelligence reshape our economy, institutions, and daily lives?

By Matt Sandgren | Wednesday, July 23, 2025

As with all legislation, DSHEA could undoubtedly be improved, and measures to do so deserve careful consideration. However, the core principle behind the law — that dietary supplements should be treated differently than drugs — remains intact.

By Matt Sandgren | Saturday, April 5, 2025

Sen. Cotton is a true Titan of Public Service. The Hatch Foundation is thrilled to honor him and introduce him to more of our fellow Utahns. He’s someone we all should know.

By Melanie Bowen | Sunday, December 8, 2024

Cannon’s legacy reminds us that when women lead, families, communities and nations flourish. During his decades in public service, Sen. Hatch understood and championed that truth.

By Matt Sandgren & Devin Wiser | Monday, October 21, 2024

The eruption of protest has left many students wondering whether their voices can be heard through all the noise. As university administrators grapple with maintaining necessary order, a fundamental question remains: Can we protect free speech on campus while fostering an environment of respect?

By Senator Gordon H. Smith and Martin B. Gold | Monday, October 7, 2024

Bare majorities should not be deciding questions of fundamental change for our country. The goal should be to pass broadly popular legislation, not the most extreme policy that can get through with the narrowest possible vote. The filibuster requires senators to pursue the former approach, at least if they want their bills to become law.

By Matt Sandgren | Tuesday, July 30, 2024

Sen. John Thune is not a household name in Utah. But he should be. And depending on what happens in November, Thune may soon become very well known to Utahns.

By Gordon H. Smith | Friday, May 31, 2024

The filibuster is one of the few things left in political life that encourages cooperation. It’s a critical piece of what’s made the Senate what it is — a deliberative body that actually debates and improves legislation, not just a rubber stamp for whatever Senate leaders happen to put out.

By Matt Sandgren | Friday, March 29, 2024

There are times when one or both political branches may want to do something inconsistent with the Constitution or a statute, perhaps for political reasons, or perhaps based on an honest misreading of the law. In such instances, the judiciary is an essential bulwark against efforts to ignore what the law requires.

By Matt Sandgren | Thursday, February 29, 2024

For over 25 years, Scott Anderson has been of Utah’s most influential and respected leaders.