Sometimes people just need a little help. Whether it’s from a church, the government, a teacher or a friend, we’ve all been in a position to need financial help or guidance to move forward. This is especially true for those who rely on the safety net our community and state provide to be ...
For nearly 50 years, the Supreme Court's Roe v. Wade ruling has protected a woman's right to an abortion. It also protected many politicians' careers. Lawmakers who opposed abortion knew that as long as abortion remained available, pro-choice voters wouldn't care much about their positions on ...
According to the Utah Department of Health, Utah has one of the highest suicide rates in the nation. It is the sixth-leading cause of death among adults, as well as the leading cause of death among youth ages 10-17. The risk of suicide is even greater among Utah’s LGBTQ+ population. A 2020 ...
It's become a time-honored tradition in recent American history for the out-of-power concerns to begin talking about the U.S. Constitution, the checks and balances of our Republic and federalism. Often, resurgent forces rally to the idea of constitutional values and fight to take back control ...
WASHINGTON — For 85 minutes on Nov. 19, the Vice President of the United States held the power of the presidency, as Joe Biden underwent his first physical exam in office. He was anesthetized for a colonoscopy for that time, requiring the temporary transfer of power until he recovered ...
It’s the season for contemplating the right answer for the inevitable question, “What do you want for Christmas?” Remember what your mom used to say? “Oh, I don’t want anything. I’ve already got everything I want.” That was a really sweet response, but it didn’t help when you ...
It ought to be possible to operate a retail store in one of America's largest and most iconic cities, but this most basic commercial proposition is in doubt in San Francisco. The erstwhile Golden City is beset by an ongoing tide of theft that is closing down retail locations and demonstrating ...
Human capital consists of skills and knowledge and is one of the most significant sources of economic growth in the country. Human capital makes people more productive and, as opposed to physical capital such as machines and instruments, it is the source of innovations and technical change. It ...
In response to Mr. Water's letter to the editor on November 18th, you have voiced my exact concerns. I live above Harrison Blvd and have to travel from 32nd going north every day. Not only does this "genius idea" from whom (the city, UTA, etc.) with no input from the home owners or existing ...
Dear Congressman Blake Moore: The folks in your district are very proud of you and grateful that you had the courage to vote NO on the Biden infrastructure bill. All four of our Representatives in Utah voted no, which is true solidarity. Wait, wouldn't improving our infrastructure be something ...
