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The Hinckley Institute of Politics hosts many notable public officials and political experts every year. Follow the links below for media coverage of Hinckley Forums and other Hinckley Institute events.
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Hinckley Institute in the news
May 11, 2008: "FLDS issue could hurt Romney's VP chances" by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret News).."'...ticket,' said Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics and an early backer of Romney's failed presidential bid..."
May 9, 2008: "Chris Cannon in for political convention battle" by Chris Vanocur (ABC 4 News)..."Kirk Jowers of the Hinckley Institute of Politics says, 'I think it’s completely unlikely that we get out of this convention without a primary.'"
May 5, 2008: "Peer-to-peer sharing? Not piracy. Democrats" The party has a new secret weapon to recruit young Utahns: other young Utahns, by Sheena McFarland (Salt Lake Tribune) ..."Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, said such peer-to-peer campaigning is highly effective.
'People have to be able to find the relevance in participating, volunteering and contributing, and there's no one better than a peer because it's someone they can automatically relate to,' Jowers said. 'I wish the Republicans would focus more on it. The more participation from a wider diversity of people the better.'"
April 30, 2008: "Shurtleff eager to educate Reid on polygamy battle" by Suzanne Struglisski (Deseret Morning News)..."Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics, said that Reid's comments were 'some kind of overcompensation. ... It seemed to be more of a negative way to give him some cover.' . . . . Jowers said it was not productive for Reid to be "firing shots at his neighboring states."
April 28, 2008: "Foes criticize Cannon over use of staffers" by Tad Walch (Deseret Morning News)..."Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics, said paying congressional staffers for their campaign work improves transparency."
April 25, 2008: "Donors: Big firms are generous to incumbents" by Bob Bernick Jr. and Lee Davidson (Deseret News)... "Special interests always want to give to a winner," says Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics. "And incumbents are proven winners. In Utah, particularly, where corporate giving is allowed, that is the lowest-hanging fruit for incumbents. So they take that easy money instead of working harder to raise money from individuals and constituents. Challengers can't get the special-interest money, so they have to go to individuals."
April 2008: "Ignorance is no excuse" by Les Roka (Utah CEO Magazine)..."'Even a seemingly innocent mistake can levy a huge blow to a CEO and his or her business,' says Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah and a political law expert. 'There’s so much on the line, and the public policy landscape is so sophisticated and complex, that it makes sense for CEOs to recruit trusted, knowledgeable outside advisers to augment the work of their direct subordinates in this area.'"
April 17, 2008: "College Dems and Repubs spar over Iraq occupation" by Rochelle McConkie (Daily Utah Chronicle)..."College Democrats and Republicans clashed over the question of whether the war in Iraq is making America safer in last night's debate at the Hinckley Institute of Politics."
April 8, 2008: "U students explore Turkish language, culture" by Edgar Zuniga, Jr. (Daily Utah Chronicle)..."Native Turkish and Turkish-language students gathered in the Hinckley Institute of Politics on Tuesday to hear Turkish Consul Hakan Tekin speak and learn more about Turkey's role in United States-Middle Eastern relations."
April 8, 2008 "Money is this campaign's real hallmark" by Doug Robinson (Deseret News).... " According to Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, if a candidate wants to raise $100 million in a year, he or she must raise $250,000 every day — or, in other words, collect five of the legal maximum $2,300 individual contributions every single hour of every single day, including weekends, for one year."
April 7, 2008: "We shall prevail: U honors prominent professor, pollster" by Dustin Gardiner (Daily Utah Chronicle)..."The luncheon was held to raise money for the new Dan E. Jones Future Leaders Scholarship, which will be given to 10 students each year. The Hinckley Institute of Politics has already raised more than $100,000 for the scholarship."
April 5, 2008: "Candidate: I'm no carpetbagger" by Robert Gehrke (Salt Lake Tribune)..."I do think delegates and voters, when they focus on it, are troubled when someone is not in their district, but I think that's a secondary, at best, concern for Chaffetz because he's running against an incumbent and against a well-funded challenger with a real strong Utah name," said Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah.
April 5, 2008: "Utah pollster hailed for his expertise, contributions" by Wendy Leonard (Deseret Morning News)..."Pollster Dan E. Jones' passion for democracy was exhibited during a Friday luncheon honoring him as the newest University of Utah Hinckley Institute of Politics fellow."
April 5, 2008: "Pollster sees a '60s reminder" by Cathy McKitrik (Salt Lake Tribune)..."His voice catching at times, Dan Jones catalogued 50 years of American political tumult as he addressed a crowded University of Utah Hinckley Forum on Friday."
April 4, 2008: "U. Mideast center in turmoil" by Brian Maffly (Salt Lake Tribune)..."Now Karawan, who announced his resignation Wednesday while introducing a Hinckley Institute of Politics lecture, fears the center's status may be in jeopardy."
April 4, 2008: "University of Utah honors pollster Dan Jones with scholarship" Richard Piatt reporting (KSL Ch. 5 Eyewitness News)..."He's called a political icon and a political guru, and he has had a big influence on thousands of young people. Eyewitness News uses him as a political pollster and a consultant. He is Dan Jones, and today a group of powerful and influential people gave him a unique honor."
April 4, 2008: KSL Radio’s Doug Wright Show interviews Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers regarding the events surrounding Dan Jones as a Hinckley Fellow and the new scholarship being created in Dr. Jones’ name.
April 4, 2008: "Hinckley Institute to honor pollster" by Wendy Leonard (Deseret Morning News)..."For his prominent role in and contributions to Utah politics, Dan E. Jones will be honored by the Hinckley Institute of Politics as an institute fellow, with a scholarship in his name."
March 31, 2008: "Perspectives on Policy and Society in the Middle East" (Webwire.com)..."The University of Utah’s 2007-2008 Middle East Lecture Series concludes this April with three lectures that will examine varying perspectives on policy and society in the Middle East. Each lecture will take place at 4 p.m. in the Hinckley Caucus Room, 255 Orson Spencer Hall, and is free and open to the public."
March 30, 2008: "U of U Student GetsTruman Scholarship" (KUTV Ch. 2 News)..."A University of Utah student has been selected to receive the prestigious Truman Scholarship. Ingrid Price is one of 65 students selected from 283 colleges and universities nationwide for the Truman Scholarship."
March 30, 2008: "University of Utah student wins national award" by Wendy Leonard (Deseret Morning News)..."Ingrid Price was named on Wednesday as one of 65 students selected as Truman Scholars from 283 colleges and universities nationwide. Price, 21, is a junior at the U. working on an honors degree in political science and international studies and will graduate in May 2009."
March 30, 2008: "Pollster Dan Jones deserving of honor" Frank Pignanelli and LaVarr Web (Deseret Morning News)..."On Friday, the Hinckley Institute of Politics will honor pollster and political scientist Dan Jones (who polls for the Deseret Morning News) for five decades of service and inspiration to the community. The public is invited to this event at noon, April 4 at Rice Eccles Stadium Tower. Proceeds will be dedicated to the Dan E. Jones Future Leaders Scholarship."
March 27, 2008: "Dems make strong caucus showing" by Joe Pyrah (Daily Herald)..."Kirk Jowers of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah said there are four reasons the caucuses drew high numbers..."
March 27, 2008: Fox 13 News’ Kirk Yuhnke interviewed Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers regarding McCain’s visit to Salt Lake City.
March 27, 2008: "Sarkozy improving French, U.S. Relations, ambassador says" by Andrew Cone (Daily Utah Chronicle)..."'The relationship between our two countries has been changing for the last eight or nine months since Nicolas Sarkozy has been elected," Vimont said Tuesday during a speech at the Hinckley Institute of Politics. 'There is definitely an improvement and a change in the atmosphere of the relation between our two countries.'"
March 27, 2008: "Mitt joins McCain today for fundraiser" by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret Morning News)..."Kirk Jowers, a longtime Romney supporter and the head of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics, said the joint appearance will help McCain win over Utahns still upset over seeing their preferred candidate knocked out of the running. 'Romney's attending this McCain event will have a huge impact on people healing from the primary contest and ultimately being able to accept McCain instead of Romney as the GOP nominee,' Jowers said.\
March 26, 2008: KSL Ch. 5 Eyewitness News’ Rich Piatt interviewed Hinckley Institute of Politics Director Kirk Jowers regarding the impact of the Utah Priorities Project.
March 26, 2008: "U student receives a $30,000 Truman Scholarship" by Dustin Gardiner (Daily Utah Chronicle)..."With the help of the U's Hinckley Institute of Politics, she has since applied that early interest and served globally with the U.S. Mission to NATO in Belgium and locally with political campaigns and a refugee assistance group. On Tuesday, she gained national recognition for her efforts. Price, a junior in political science and international relations major, was named a 2008 Truman Scholar. She is one of 65 recipients of the Harry S. Truman Scholarship, a $30,000 prize for undergraduate students interested in public service. Almost 600 candidates were nominated for the award.
March 25, 2008: Hinckley Institute of Politics Director Kirk Jowers appears in studio on FOX 13's Good Day Utah to explain Utah’s caucuses.
March 24, 2008: Fox 13 News’ Andrea Fujii interviewed Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers regarding Utah’s caucuses.
March 15, 2008: "U. forum examines Utah's gerrymandering" by Cathy McKitrick (The Salt Lake Tribune)..."A forum held Thursday at the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics examined the idea of an independent commission redrawing boundary lines."
March 13, 2008: "Leavitt's brother files against Cannon" (KSL Ch. 5 Eyewitness News)..." Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, said Leavitt probably has a better campaign operation than Chaffetz so far and is Cannon's most formidable opponent. "He seems to not be making the same mistake past challengers have made, which is to almost exclusively be a one-trick pony on immigration," Jowers said.
March 13, 2008: "Leavitt's brother files against Cannon" (Daily Herald)..." Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, said Leavitt probably has a better campaign operation than Chaffetz so far and is Cannon's most formidable opponent. "He seems to not be making the same mistake past challengers have made, which is to almost exclusively be a one-trick pony on immigration," Jowers said.
March 12, 2008: Fox 13 News’ Katy Carlyle interviewed Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers regarding McCain’s vice-presidential options.
March 12, 2008: "Mitt would be honored if v.p. choice" by Suzanne Struglinski (Deseret Morning News)..."Ardent Romney supporter Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics, said putting him on the ticket makes sense although it's unlikely McCain would choose a running mate before the Democrats select their own nominee."
March 11, 2008: Mitt Romney Says He Would Accept Vice Presidential Slot" Christina Flores reporting (KUTV Ch. 2 News)..."Everyone says they don't want to be vice president, but if you can't be president... it's not a bad spot to be in," said Kirk Jowers, head of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah."
March 11, 2008: "Parties compare differences in final debate" by Michael McFall (Daily Utah Chronicle)..."The parties competing in student government elections this year pointed out differences between each party's plans for uniting student groups and informing the student body about opportunities on campus during a debate at the Hinckley Institute of Politics on Monday."
March 10, 2008: "Rolly: Who wants to play Name that Registry?" by Paul Rolly (Salt Lake Tribune)..." One Hinckley Institute of Politics intern, Lauren Carpenter, e-mailed the campaign expressing her concern about soliciting political volunteers through government e-mails. A campaign staffer then called her on her cell phone to discuss the point."
March 7, 2008: "McCain Accepts Controversial Endorsement" by Peggy Fletcher Stack (The Salt Lake Tribune)... Every endorsement and contribution comes with "baggage," says Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics. "You need support from a majority of people to get elected," said Jowers, who was a Romney supporter. "The most difficult part is that sometimes you need the support of people for whom you have real reservations about their positions or actions."
March 5, 2008: Hinckley Institute of Politics Director Kirk Jowers appears in studio on FOX 13's Good Day Utah to discuss Make-or-Break Tuesday results.
March 4, 2008: KSL Radio’s Doug Wright Show interviews Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers regarding “Make-or-Break Tuesday."
March 4, 2008: "Elements of 'perfect storm' threaten U.S. , says former White House advisor" by Dan Treasure (Daily Utah Chronicle)..."Stephen Studdert, a former senior White House adviser to U.S. Presidents Ford, Reagan and Bush Sr., spoke at the Hinckley Caucus Room on Feb. 28 about the threats the country is facing and what the government should do about them."
March 3, 2008: "Stop paying Pakistan, says nation's former judge" by Dave Roberts (Daily Utah Chronicle)..."Rajput and former Pakistani judge Chaudry Ali discussed the current situation in Pakistan during a forum at the Hinckley Institute of Politics on Thursday. Rajput explained how Pakistan's current problems stem directly from issues that have existed since the nation was formed."
February 28, 2008: "U.S. called a house of cards just on brink" by Jason Lee (Deseret Morning News)..."Speaking Wednesday at the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, Stephen M. Studdert, author of the book "America in Danger, What You Must Know to Protect Yourself," said the country is facing economic threats on various levels, including growing government and corporate debt."
February 27, 2008: "Kosovo independence not 'happy ending' diplomat says" by Dave Roberts (Daily Utah Chronicle)..."'Despite all of our efforts, still today, the Balkans region is still an unstable one,' Montgomery told a group of U students, professors and community members Tuesday. Montgomery, who spoke at the Hinckley Institute of Politics, has been a columnist since he retired in 2004. He is a former career diplomat and U.S. ambassador to Bulgaria, Croatia and Serbia and Montenegro."
February 26, 2008: "Activism for Social Change" (Webwire.com)..."The community panel, titled Activism Embodied: Women in Politics, will be held Tuesday, Mar. 11 from 10:45 to 11:45 in the Hinckley Institute of Politics, Orson Spencer Hall, 260 Central Campus Drive"
February 26, 2008: "Romney's son may run for Congress" by Cathy McKitrick (Salt Lake Tribune)..."'Josh is incredibly bright, very able,' said Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics. "He's really learned the art of politics over this last year, campaigning so hard for his father."
February 25, 2008: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers is interviewed by KUTV 2News’ Katie Baker regarding the potential vice-presidential candidates for GOP nominee John McCain and Josh Romney’s potential candidacy against Congressman Jim Matheson.
February 25, 2008: "'Heart' of Hinckley Institute remembered" by Ana Breton (Daily Utah Chronicle).... Bea Gardner encouraged dialogue on campus about politics and helped bridge connections between national politics and students, he said. "If (former institute director) J.D. Williams was the father of the institute, then Bae was the mother of the institute," Hansen said. "She was the constant that made this institute magic."
February 22, 2008: "Comprehensive info guide is solution to health care problem, Leavitt says" by Dustin Gardiner (Daily Utah Chronicle)..."The former governor made his comments while speaking to a crowd of students at the Hinckley Institute of Politics on Thursday. His speech focused on health care reform and the safety of imported goods."
February 21, 2008: "Mormons Gnashing their Teeth" (The Economist)..."Mike Huckabee took Iowa and the South, however, areas filled with evangelicals whom Mr Romney needed to win. “In Utah you could almost hear the wailing and gnashing of teeth,” says Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics. In a poll taken just after Mr Romney left the race, only 30% of Utahns said they would vote for Mr McCain; 25% said they would choose Barack Obama.
February 21, 2008: "Bishop condemns the federal government" by Rochelle McConkie (Daily Utah Chronicle)..."Utah Rep. Rob Bishop advocated state and local government authority over federal government authority at the Hinckley Institute of Politics on Wednesday, saying his mission in Congress is to "lose power" by the time he leaves the House of Representatives."
February 21, 2008: "Bae B. Gardner, author and educator, dies at 82" (Deseret Morning News)..."Renowned Utah author, educator and administrator Bae B. Gardner, who served as assistant director of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics for 23 years, passed away this week at the age of 82."
February 20, 2008: "Bae Gardner, beloved administrator at Hinckley Institute, dies at 81" by Paul Rolly (Salt Lake Tribune)..."Gardner, an institution in the U.'s political science department who served the Hinckley Institute as secretary and assistant director for 22 years, died Tuesday at her home in Salt Lake City from a stroke. She was 81."
February 20, 2008: "Islamist Participation in Arab Politics" (Webwire.com)..."Hamzaway will present a lecture titled Patterns and Challenges of Islamist Participation in Arab Politics. The event will take place Thursday, Feb. 21 at 3:30 p.m. in the Hinckley Caucus Room, Orson Spencer Hall 255, on the University of Utah campus. The Middle East Lecture Series are free and open to the public."
February 19, 2008: "There was no shortage of good candidates in 2008" by Kirk Jowers, Director of the Hinckley Institute, and Bryson Morgan, Communications Director of the Hinckley Institute (Daily Utah Chronicle)..."Excitement is not only in the air, but in the numbers, as well. To date, more than 33 million Americans have cast votes in state presidential primaries and caucuses. Young voters are doubling and even quadrupling youth voter primary election participation rates in most states, and Democrats have more than doubled their voting participation from 2000. More than 400,000 voters participated in the Utah presidential primary -- up from 108,000 in 2000."
February 15, 2008: "Mitt's move may open more doors" by Lisa Riley Roche and Suzanne Struglinski (The Deseret News)......"I'm not sure — and indeed doubt — anything concrete was offered for this endorsement," said Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics and a longtime Romney supporter.
February 14, 2008: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers is interviewed by KSL Ch. 5 Eyewitness News regarding Mitt Romney's decision to endorse Senator John McCain as the Republican presidential nominee: "I think Huckabee is not enough of a factor for that to really enter into Romney's thinking," said Kirk Jowers, of the Hinckley Institute of Politics.
February 14, 2008: KSL Radio's Andrew Adams interviews Hinckley Institute Director Kirk L. Jowers regarding Mitt Romney's decision to endorse Senator John McCain as the Republican presidential nominee: "Romney is, I think, easily a top five for McCain, but it's hard to get much beyond that," Jowers said.
February 14, 2008: "Journalist 'not optomistic' about Middle East" by Ryan Shelton (Daily Utah Chronicle)..."Bronner, the deputy foreign editor at The New York Times, spoke to crowds at the Hinckley Institute of Politics and the Utah Museum of Fine Arts on Tuesday about unrest in the Middle East, the war in Iraq, and The Times' responsibility to report on global conflicts and inform the American public."
February 12, 2008: "Huckabee: Perceived anti-lds comment taken out of context, misunderstood" by Thomas Burr (Salt Lake Tribune)..."Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute for Politics and a Romney friend and supporter, said he wonders whether Huckabee's response Tuesday was 'revisionist history.' '[But] I'm very happy to hear him say that,' Jowers said. 'And I suppose the best thing to do is accept him at his word. However, his approach to Romney's religion seemed very different in the days leading up to Iowa.'
February 10, 2008: "Walsh: Republican Party leaves Mitt in cold" by Rebecca Walsh (Salt Lake Tribune)..."'We saw a nasty underside of some of the far-right Republicans," says Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics and a Romney insider. "If Huckabee had gotten the nomination, they'd never have seen me again.'"
February 8, 2008: "Quitting race may help Romney run a future one" by Larry Eichel (Philadelphia Inquirer)..."'Absolutely,' said Romney supporter Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah. 'Republicans love to take kind of the next person in line. That was true with [President] Reagan, [former Kansas Sen. Bob] Dole and now McCain. I think most people would consider Romney next in line, whether it's 2012 if a Democrat wins in 2008 or perhaps 2016 if Senator McCain wins.'"
February 8, 2008: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers appeared on KUED-TV Ch. 7's Utah Now to discuss Mitt Romney's decision to susped his presidential campaign.
February 8, 2008: "Reaction to Mitt Romney's withdrawal from campaign" (Deseret Morning News)..."'I and many Utahns are saddened by the news that Mitt Romney will not be our next president of the United States but proud of the class with which he ran and ended his campaign. He made an important mark in conservative politics and religion in America and will continue to be a major figure for as long as I can see.' — Kirk Jowers, director of University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics and head of Romney's Commonwealth PAC."
February 8, 2008: "Don't rule out Mitt as v.p. candidate, some say" by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret Morning News)..."'That's money that could help McCain, who has lagged behind other candidates in fund-raising', said Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics and a Romney supporter. 'I would imagine that McCain would put Romney at the very top of his potential vice-presidential picks because of his wide support around the country, his ability to raise money and his personal financial resources,' Jowers said."
February 8, 2008: "Forlorn dream: End for Romney's campaign began in Iowa" by Thomas Burr (Salt Lake Tribune)..."This race had so many moments where a little thing here or there could have changed everything," says Kirk Jowers, a Romney friend and supporter who runs the University of Utah Hinckley Institute of Politics. "There was a moment when Romney was seen as the presumptive nominee by many, was leading or within margin of error in many early states and seemed almost invincible." But, he adds, "Huckabee's victory in Iowa opened the door for McCain's victory in New Hampshire and forever changed the trajectory in the race."
February 8, 2008: Students disappointed by Romney's withdrawal" by Rochelle McConkie (Daily Utah Chronicle)..."I still feel he's the best person to be the president of the United States, but Super Tuesday didn't go as well as hoped," said Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics and Romney supporter. "I am proud of the decision Romney made to allow his party to rally support for Sen. (John) McCain."
February 8, 2008: "Romney's exit disappoints strong Utah following"
by Brock Vergakis (NCTimes.com)..."Some of Romney's backers said they're already looking to future elections, contending Romney could still be president. 'Absolutely,' said Romney supporter Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah. 'Republicans love to take kind of the next person in line. That was true with (President Ronald) Reagan, (former Kansas Sen. Bob) Dole and now McCain. I think most people would consider Romney next in line, whether it's 2012 if a Democrat wins in 2008 or perhaps 2016 if Senator McCain wins.'"
February 8, 2008: "Romney isn't giving up race, despite Super Tuesday losses" by LIsa Riley Roche Deseret Morning News....Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics and a longtime Romney supporter, said that despite Romney's resources, he may end up making the same decision that McCain did after running out of money
February 7, 2008: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers is interviewed by Fox 13 News regarding presidential candidate Mitt Romney's decision to suspend his campaign.
February 7, 2008: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers is interviewed by KSL Ch. 5 Eyewitness News regarding presidential candidate Mitt Romney's decision to suspend his campaign.
February 7, 2008: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers is interviewed by ABC 4 Close to Home News regarding presidential candidate Mitt Romney's decision to suspend his campaign.
February 7, 2008: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers is interviewed by KUTV 2News regarding presidential candidate Mitt Romney's decision to suspend his campaign.
February 7, 2008: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk L. Jowers was interviewed by several local, national, and international media outlets regarding the Super Tuesday elections.
February 7, 2008: "Utahns react with disappointment to Romney's withdrawal" Annie Cutler reporting (ABC 4 Close to Home News)..."Kirk Jowers, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics says, “I think his vision of America, the core of the family, those types of values I think that's where he'll have a real lasting impact.”
February 7, 2008 "For once Utah Democrats get the spotlight" By Rebecaa Walsh (Salt Lake Tribune)... "When you're competing in 21 contests, you have to pick your battles," says Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics.
February 7, 2008: "More youth choosing to vote" by Rochelle McConkie (Daily Utah Chronicle)..."Bryson Morgan, a recent U graduate and staffer at the Hinckley Institute of Politics, said young voters want change the most are are "extremely idealistic." Morgan said youth voters tend to vote democratic and are more connected with candidates such as Obama"
February 6, 2008: Kirk Jowers from the Hinckley Institute of Politics appeared in studio on FOX 13's Good Day Utah to discuss Super Tuesday results.
February 6, 2008: "Ted Wilson is new head of Utah Rivers Council" (Salt Lake Tribune)..."He replaces Merritt Frey, who has accepted a position with River Network, a national alliance of river protection managers. She will manage the Western Clean Water Project. Wilson was the capital city's mayor from 1976 to 1985. He directed the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics for 18 years, retiring in 2004.
February 6, 2008: "U reacts to statewide Romney landslide, Obama victory" by Dustin Gardiner (Daily Utah Chronicle)..."Bryson Morgan, a recent U graduate and Hinckley Institute staffer, said Romney's lead in Utah can be attributed to more than his LDS faith. Although Morgan voted for McCain, he said many Utahns like Romney because he successfully ran the 2002 Olympics following a scandal and shares their views. "Romney in a way saved Utah from international embarrassment over the Olympics," Morgan said.
February 6, 2008: ABC 4's Chris Vanocur speak with Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers regarding Romney's Super Tuesday loss.
February 5, 2008: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk L. Jowers was interviewed by several local, national, and international media outlets regarding the Super Tuesday elections.
February 5, 2008: FOX 13's Max Roth takes a look at the Super Tuesday election. Use the video window at left to watch part 1, then use the SideBar links below to watch parts 2-5. In parts 4 and 5, Max is joined by Kirk Jowers of the Hinckley Institute of Politics.
February 5, 2008: National Public Radio broadcasted nationally live from the Hinckley Institute of Politics' Election Night Party.
February 5, 2008: KSL Ch. 5 Eyewitness News broadcasted live from the Hinckley Institute of Politics' Election Night Party.
February 5, 2008: Fox 13 Utah broadcasted live from the HInckley Institute of Politics' Election Night Party.
February 5, 2008 "2008 Primaries attract young Utah voters" Jill Atwood (ABC 4 Close to Home News)..."We use a lot of non traditional media like FaceBook, MySpace, email, text messaging, to encourage students to get out and vote and it seems to be very effective," says poll worker Bryson Morgan." Video.
February 5, 2008: "U Democrats endorse Clinton" by Dustin Gardiner (Daily Utah Chronicle)..."A straw poll conducted by the U's Hinckley Institute of Politics in October showed that Obama was the favorite Democratic candidate among the nearly 1,800 students surveyed."
February 4, 2008: "Dems hope voters won't soon forget vouchers" by Donald W. Meyers (Salt Lake Tribune)..."But whether vouchers become a litmus test for many incumbents, the University of Utah's Kirk Jowers said that issue might only affect races where moderate and independent voters hold sway. 'It will be one of many factors,' said the director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the U. 'A huge part is how gerrymandered the district is,' Jowers said, pointing out that a district designed to protect a Republican may not be influenced as much."
February 4, 2008: "Campaign hits Utah, finally" by Elaine Jarvik (Deseret Morning News)..."But this year Utah is part of the Super Tuesday primaries and caucuses, and the Democratic vote here is still seen as "up in the air," said Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah."
February 4, 2008: "Obama can restore U.S. relations, adviser says" by Rochelle McConkie (Daily Utah Chronicle)..."These are pivotal times where we face enormous challenges. We have no time to waste," Rice said during her visit to the U's Hinckley Institute of Politics on Feb. 1."
February 4, 2008: "Homelesness continues to increase, panel says" by Andrew Cone (Daily Utah Chronicle)..."The amount of homeless people in Salt Lake City is increasing, according to a panel of experts who spoke at the Hinckley Institute of Politics on Friday."
February 3, 2008: Fox 13 Evening News’s Max Roth interviews Hinckley Institute Director Kirk L. Jowers for a Superbowl evening story titled: "Super Tuesday is Biggest Primary Voting Day in U.S. History."
February 2, 2008: "Utahns Mitt's biggest fan" by Lee Davidson and Bob Bernick, Jr. (Deseret Morning News)..."Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics, said about Romney's fund raising in Utah, "The $5.2 million is a jaw-dropping number ... Mitt's support here is so broad and so deep, very impressive."
February 2, 2008: "Forum: local efforts have an effect" by Brian Maffly (Salt Lake Tribune)...The panel featured four Utah mayors and the governor's energy adviser, Dianne Nielson. U. President Michael Young welcomed the panelists, touting what the university has done to curb its use of fossil fuels, the primary producer of carbon dioxide.
February 1, 2008: "Romney's cash cow: When Mitt needs funds, it's to Utah he comes" by Thomas Burr (Salt Lake Tribune)..."For Romney to raise that amount of money in one year is almost mind-blowing because he's had to raise it $2,300 or less at a time," says Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics and a Romney supporter."
February 1, 2008: "Romney gets 90 percent of Utah contributors" by Thomas Burr (Salt Lake Tribune)..."For Romney to raise that amount of money in one year is almost mind-blowing because he's had to raise it $2,300 or less at a time," says Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics and a Romney supporter."
February 1, 2008: "Panelists at U. ponder ways to battle warming" by Wendy Leonard (Deseret Morning News)..."Mayors representing constituencies across the state participated in a panel discussion Thursday night as part of the global discussion on climate change."
February 1, 2008: "Demo hopefulls light fire under Utah, U.S. voters" by Lucinda Dillon Kinkead (Deseret Morning News)..."It's not only that Demos have two historic, interesting candidates, says Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah. "Add to that the unprecedented success in raising money for the party and a mostly unpopular president, and the result is probably the most optimistic Democratic core we've seen in decades."
January 31, 2008: Hinckley Institute Program Coordinator Amy Code was interviewed by Azadeh of KRCL radio regarding Focus the Nation a national grassroots initiative to mobilize students around the country to combat climate change.
January 31, 2008: "Immigration: Republicans vocal, Dems quiet" by Jennifer Sanchez (Salt Lake Tribune)..."However, Republicans are also much more divided on how they would solve the immigration issue, notes Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics"
January 30, 2008: "Scholar says Chinese films less censored" by Edgar Zuniga (Daily Utah Chronicle)...Song made his comments during a lecture at the Hinckley Institute of Politics on Thursday, entitled "Politics and Film: Evolution of Chinese Contemporary Cinema."
January 29, 2008: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk L. Jowers was interviewed by Daniel Carrillo of Univision television regarding the upcoming 2008 Utah Presidential Primary election.
January 27, 2008: "Barack Obama and Chelsea Clinton Will Visit Utah" Fox 13’s Candice Gale interviewed Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers regarding the top two Democratic presidential candidates’ battle in Utah.
January 23, 2008: "European Union Ambassador to Visit Utah" (Businesswire.com)..."Ambassador Bruton will speak to students at Brigham Young University as part of the university's Ambassadorial lecture series, and hold a lecture at the Hinckley Institute of Politics."
January 17, 2008: "Hinckley Institute of Politics Legislative Preview Forum" by Lara Jones (KCPW)..."The Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah hosted a Legislative Preview Forum this morning. Moderated by KCPW's Lara Jones, the panel featured Senator Pat Jones (D-Salt Lake County), assistant minority whip and minority caucus manager; Senator Howard Stephenson (R-Draper); Representative James Dunnigan (R-Taylorsville); and Representative Carol Spackman Moss (D-Holladay), assistant minority whip. Rep. Dunnigan leads off:"
January 16, 2008: "Questions raised over gifts given to Attorney General" Debbie Dujanovic reporting (KSL Ch. 5 Eyewitness News)..."Bryson Morgan reviews ethics issues for the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the U of U. He said, "With these types of cases, perception is reality. The assumption many voters have is if their elected official is traveling to the Bahamas and speaking at this convention, then he or she is going to be more likely to side with them."
January 14, 2008: "Funding tops U's wish list" by Rochelle McConkie (Daily Utah Chronicle)..."The U would use funding to increase the number of students who study or complete internships abroad. This would include offering more programs and increasing staff in the Hinckley Institute of Politics and the International Center. State funds would help offset costs for international experiences.
January 10, 2008: "Romney rakes in $5 million, shifts his attention to Michigan" by Suzanne Struglinski and Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret Morning News)..."Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics and a Romney supporter, thinks Romney can still win despite early setbacks. "As long as Romney continues to pick up silver and an occasional gold, then ultimately he will prevail," Jowers said, because he's amassing delegates and is the only candidate competing in every race.
January 9, 2008: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers is intervewed by Lara Jones on KCPW's Midday Metro about the New Hampshire primary results.
January 9, 2008: "Romney again settles for silver, forges ahead" by Suzanne Struglinski (Deseret Morning News)..."Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics and a Romney supporter, said Utahns shouldn't be discouraged by Romney's performance in Iowa and New Hampshire. 'If anything it should energize Utahns who support Mitt to jump in even harder. He's a serious contender,' Jowers said. 'Now is the time to support him and help him prevail in Michigan.'"
January 9, 2008: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers appeared in studio on FOX 13's "Good Day Utah" to analyze the New Hampshire primary election results.
January 8, 2008: "Romney falls in New Hampshire" by Thomas Burr (Salt Lake Tribune)..."Kirk Jowers, a Romney supporter and friend and head of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics, says the loss puts a lot of pressure on the campaign to take Michigan's primary next week. But, he adds, 'Romney is the one candidate who has not put all of his chips on one state,' Jowers said. 'The fact he is willing to compete in every state makes him far less vulnerable than the media would like to portray.'"
January 8, 2008: "Romney Needs New Hampshire Win" Fox 13’s Kirk Yuhnke interviewed Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers regarding the New Hampshire primary election.
January 8, 2008:" Presidential nominee supporters watch NH primary closely" Whit Johnson and Carole Mikita reporting (KSL Ch. 5 Eyewitness News)..."Kirk Jowers, with the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, said, 'A fatal blow to most people is not a fatal blow to Romney. He will be in this thing until he either wins or at least until March, and no other candidate can say that.'
January 3, 2008: "Rocky Anderson's Impact on Salt Lake City" (KUER’s RadioWest) Hinckley Institute Director Kirk L. Jowers discussed what Mayor Anderson's two terms have meant for the city and the state with KUER’s RadioWest host Doug Fabrizio.
Hinckley Forums Media Coverage
April 17, 2008: "College Dems and Repubs spar over Iraq occupation" by Rochelle McConkie (Daily Utah Chronicle)..."College Democrats and Republicans clashed over the question of whether the war in Iraq is making America safer in last night's debate at the Hinckley Institute of Politics."
April 8, 2008: "U students explore Turkish language, culture" by Edgar Zuniga, Jr. (Daily Utah Chronicle)..."Native Turkish and Turkish-language students gathered in the Hinckley Institute of Politics on Tuesday to hear Turkish Consul Hakan Tekin speak and learn more about Turkey's role in United States-Middle Eastern relations."
March 31, 2008: "Perspectives on Policy and Society in the Middle East" (Webwire.com)..."The University of Utah’s 2007-2008 Middle East Lecture Series concludes this April with three lectures that will examine varying perspectives on policy and society in the Middle East. Each lecture will take place at 4 p.m. in the Hinckley Caucus Room, 255 Orson Spencer Hall, and is free and open to the public."
March 27, 2008: "Sarkozy improving French, U.S. Relations, ambassador says" by Andrew Cone (Daily Utah Chronicle)..."'The relationship between our two countries has been changing for the last eight or nine months since Nicolas Sarkozy has been elected," Vimont said Tuesday during a speech at the Hinckley Institute of Politics. 'There is definitely an improvement and a change in the atmosphere of the relation between our two countries.'"
March 15, 2008: "U. forum examines Utah's gerrymandering" by Cathy McKitrick (The Salt Lake Tribune)..."A forum held Thursday at the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics examined the idea of an independent commission redrawing boundary lines."
March 11, 2008: "Parties compare differences in final debate" by Michael McFall (Daily Utah Chronicle)..."The parties competing in student government elections this year pointed out differences between each party's plans for uniting student groups and informing the student body about opportunities on campus during a debate at the Hinckley Institute of Politics on Monday."
March 4, 2008: "Elements of 'perfect storm' threaten U.S. , says former White House advisor" by Dan Treasure (Daily Utah Chronicle)..."Stephen Studdert, a former senior White House adviser to U.S. Presidents Ford, Reagan and Bush Sr., spoke at the Hinckley Caucus Room on Feb. 28 about the threats the country is facing and what the government should do about them."
March 3, 2008: "Stop paying Pakistan, says nation's former judge" by Dave Roberts (Daily Utah Chronicle)..."Rajput and former Pakistani judge Chaudry Ali discussed the current situation in Pakistan during a forum at the Hinckley Institute of Politics on Thursday. Rajput explained how Pakistan's current problems stem directly from issues that have existed since the nation was formed."
February 28, 2008: "U.S. called a house of cards just on brink" by Jason Lee (Deseret Morning News)..."Speaking Wednesday at the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, Stephen M. Studdert, author of the book "America in Danger, What You Must Know to Protect Yourself," said the country is facing economic threats on various levels, including growing government and corporate debt."
February 27, 2008: "Kosovo independence not 'happy ending' diplomat says" by Dave Roberts (Daily Utah Chronicle)..."'Despite all of our efforts, still today, the Balkans region is still an unstable one,' Montgomery told a group of U students, professors and community members Tuesday. Montgomery, who spoke at the Hinckley Institute of Politics, has been a columnist since he retired in 2004. He is a former career diplomat and U.S. ambassador to Bulgaria, Croatia and Serbia and Montenegro."
February 26, 2008: "Activism for Social Change" (Webwire.com)..."The community panel, titled Activism Embodied: Women in Politics, will be held Tuesday, Mar. 11 from 10:45 to 11:45 in the Hinckley Institute of Politics, Orson Spencer Hall, 260 Central Campus Drive"
February 22, 2008: "Comprehensive info guide is solution to health care problem, Leavitt says" by Dustin Gardiner (Daily Utah Chronicle)..."The former governor made his comments while speaking to a crowd of students at the Hinckley Institute of Politics on Thursday. His speech focused on health care reform and the safety of imported goods."
February 21, 2008: "Bishop condemns the federal government" by Rochelle McConkie (Daily Utah Chronicle)..."Utah Rep. Rob Bishop advocated state and local government authority over federal government authority at the Hinckley Institute of Politics on Wednesday, saying his mission in Congress is to "lose power" by the time he leaves the House of Representatives.".
February 14, 2008: "Journalist 'not optomistic' about Middle East" by Ryan Shelton (Daily Utah Chronicle)..."Bronner, the deputy foreign editor at The New York Times, spoke to crowds at the Hinckley Institute of Politics and the Utah Museum of Fine Arts on Tuesday about unrest in the Middle East, the war in Iraq, and The Times' responsibility to report on global conflicts and inform the American public."
February 5, 2008: National Public Radio broadcasted nationally live from the Hinckley Institute of Politics' Election Night Party.
February 5, 2008: KSL Ch. 5 Eyewitness News broadcasted live from the Hinckley Institute of Politics' Election Night Party.
February 5, 2008: Fox 13 Utah broadcasted live from the HInckley Institute of Politics' Election Night Party.
February 4, 2008: "Homelesness continues to increase, panel says" by Andrew Cone (Daily Utah Chronicle)..."The amount of homeless people in Salt Lake City is increasing, according to a panel of experts who spoke at the Hinckley Institute of Politics on Friday."
February 2, 2008: "Forum: local efforts have an effect" by Brian Maffly (Salt Lake Tribune)...The panel featured four Utah mayors and the governor's energy adviser, Dianne Nielson. U. President Michael Young welcomed the panelists, touting what the university has done to curb its use of fossil fuels, the primary producer of carbon dioxide.
February 1, 2008: "Panelists at U. ponder ways to battle warming" by Wendy Leonard (Deseret Morning News)..."Mayors representing constituencies across the state participated in a panel discussion Thursday night as part of the global discussion on climate change."
January 30, 2008: "Scholar says Chinese films less censored" by Edgar Zuniga (Daily Utah Chronicle)...Song made his comments during a lecture at the Hinckley Institute of Politics on Thursday, entitled "Politics and Film: Evolution of Chinese Contemporary Cinema."
January 23, 2008: "European Union Ambassador to Visit Utah" (Businesswire.com)..."Ambassador Bruton will speak to students at Brigham Young University as part of the university's Ambassadorial lecture series, and hold a lecture at the Hinckley Institute of Politics."
January 17, 2008: "Hinckley Institute of Politics Legislative Preview Forum" by Lara Jones (KCPW)..."The Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah hosted a Legislative Preview Forum this morning. Moderated by KCPW's Lara Jones, the panel featured Senator Pat Jones (D-Salt Lake County), assistant minority whip and minority caucus manager; Senator Howard Stephenson (R-Draper); Representative James Dunnigan (R-Taylorsville); and Representative Carol Spackman Moss (D-Holladay), assistant minority whip. Rep. Dunnigan leads off:"
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