Jan 01, 2023: The US economy took a wild ride in 2022. Where is it headed next?
A Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll conducted in October found a whopping 93% of Utahns said they're concerned about inflation, while only 6% said they're not concerned.
https://www.ksl.com/article/50549060/the-us-economy-took-a-wild-ride-in-2022-where-is-it-headed-next
Jan 09, 2023: 2030 Winter Games support sinks to new depths in Sapporo
A Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll last August found 79% of Utahns approve of the Winter Games returning to the state.
https://www.deseret.com/utah/2023/1/9/23546559/2030-winter-olympics-sapporo-bid-opposition-poll-salt-lake
June 22, 2022: Poll: 46% of Utahns say abortion should only be legal in cases of rape, incest, threats to mother’s help (KSLTV5) “Nearly half of Utahns say abortion should only be legal in cases of rape, incest and threats to the health of the mother, according to a new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll.”
June 8, 2022: How would GOP Senate candidates fare against Evan McMullin in Utah? New poll reveals answers (Deseret News) “A new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll shows Lee and Edwards with slight edges over McMullin, though a large chunk of Utah voters — more than a third in an Edwards-McMullin matchup — are undecided. Utahns were more decisive if the election were to pit Lee against McMullin.”
June 6, 2022 Opinion: Got student debt? Why Biden’s plan won’t solve the problem (Deseret News) “The latest poll by the Deseret News and the Hinckley Institute of Politics found 46% opposed to any loan cancellation, with the rest of respondents more or less equally divided over other options. The next highest percentage, 17%, supported forgiveness for low-income borrowers only.”
June 1, 2022: Incumbents no-show as challengers take the debate stage alone in Utah GOP primaries (Deseret News) “Briefly, I’ll call attention to the elephant that’s not in the room right now,” Hunsaker said, when asked by debate moderator and director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, Jason Perry, about how he would represent the 4th Congressional District.”
June 1, 2022: Three takeaways from congressional candidate Jake Hunsaker’s lonely primary debate (Salt Lake Tribune) “Moderator Jason Perry, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, guided the hourlong “candidate conversation” that broached issues such as gun control, abortion rights and congressional term limits.”
May 31, 2022: Should feds forgive student loans? See what Utahns think in new poll (Deseret News) “Forgiveness of federal student loans, even partial forgiveness, appears to be a wildly unpopular idea in Utah, according to results of a recent Dan Jones & Associates poll conducted for the Deseret News and the Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
May 25, 2022: The Daily Buzz: Why Utah’s Sen. Kitchen wants to raise the age to buy a gun to 21 (The Salt Lake Tribune) “A poll from Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics in 2021 found that 65% of Utahns support universal background checks, but the Utah Legislature hasn’t moved to adopt them. In fact, last session the Legislature passed a law that prevented Salt Lake City and other local governments from requiring background checks for private sellers at gun shows.”
May 19, 2022: How is the GOP primary race for Senate shaping up in Utah? New Poll has Answers (Deseret News) “But the latest Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll shows him with less than 50% of the vote and found that a quarter of voters have yet to make up their minds with less than six weeks before the June 28 primary election.”
May 2, 2022: Elizabeth Rasmussen: To unseat Mike Lee, one Republican challenger must concede (The Salt Lake Tribune) “A recent Deseret News/Hinckley Institute poll puts Edwards at 19% with Isom at 4%.”
April 29, 2022: How much in student loans could Biden forgive? (ABC4) “Democrats are going to say, we know everything’s expensive. Inflation is hurting everyone, this is part of the solution. We’re gonna make it easier,” said Jason Perry, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics. Republicans are going to say, that solution is what’s going to kill you. That’s going to increase the number of people struggling because of inflation,” added Perry.”
April 22, 2022: How does Utah feel about President Joe Biden? New poll shows slight change (Deseret News) “Jason Perry, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, said the swing is likely the result of Biden’s historic nomination of Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson to the Supreme Court, making good on a key campaign promise to nominate a Black woman to the nation’s highest court.”
April 20, 2022: 54% of Utahns back ban on transgender girls competing in female school sports (Deseret News) “More than half of Utahns support a new law passed by the Utah Legislature that prohibits transgender girls from competing in female school sports, according to a new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll.”
April 19, 2022: Standard time or daylight savings time? Which one do people prefer? (Deseret News) “Fewer than one quarter of Utahns support the current system of changing clocks by an hour every spring and fall, according to a recent Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll, with 71% of respondents saying they support adopting a permanent time year-round.”
April 18, 2022: Biggest issues facing Congress according to Utahns? It’s all about the economy (Deseret News) “Record-high inflation, an out-of-control housing market and the multitrillion dollar federal deficit all figure into Utahns’ top picks for issues they want to see Congress address on a priority basis. That, according to results of a new statewide Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll of 804 registered Utah voters conducted April 5-12 by Dan Jones & Associates.”
March 31, 2022: Who has more influence, the governor or lawmakers? Here’s what Utahns say (Deseret News) “That’s according to a new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll, which found slightly more Utahns think legislative leaders have the most influence in Utah — though the governor ranks very close behind and within the margin of error.”
March 30, 2022: How does Sen. Mike Lee stack up against Democrat, independent challengers in Senate race? (Deseret News) “The latest Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics survey also found nearly a quarter of Utahns don’t know who they would vote for with the November election still seven months away.”
March 28, 2022: If the Utah GOP primary election for U.S. Senate were held today, who would win? (Deseret News) “One candidate, incumbent Sen. Mike Lee, is running away with the field, according to a new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll.”
March 28, 2022: New Poll: Utahns say paychecks are not keeping up with record inflation (Deseret News) “But according to a new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics survey, most Utahns are feeling it very particularly as the rate of those consumer price increases more than doubles how fast average wages are going up in the Beehive State.”
March 27, 2022: Poll: Why Utahns say it’s time to treat COVID-19 like other diseases (Deseret News) “More than three-quarters of Utahns support Gov. Spencer Cox’s “steady state” COVID-19 plan to start treating the virus like the flu and other diseases with limited outbreaks rather than as an ongoing emergency, according to the latest Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll.”
March 25, 2022: How should the U.S. respond to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine? Utahns share thoughts in new poll (Deseret News) “Now, a new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll gives new insight into what Utah voters think…Providing humanitarian assistance and weapons are the most popular responses among Utahns — 73% say the U.S. should continue providing aid to Ukraine, and 68% support sending military aid, according to the survey.
March 23, 2022: How does President Joe Biden’s response to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine rate? New Utah Poll has answers (Deseret News) “At the same time, a new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll shows Biden has a higher approval rating on his performance regarding the war than his overall performance as president, which continues to languish in the Beehive State.”
Feb. 28, 2022: How low did President Joe Biden’s approval rating go ahead of the State of the Union address? (Deseret News) “Biden’s approval rating in the decidedly red state took a nosedive in the latest Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll, dipping to below 30% for the first time.”
Feb. 28, 2022: Poll: Utahns feeling inflation the most when it comes to basic life necessities (Deseret News) “The findings are from a new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll that found inflation was the No. 1 economic concern for Utahns with 50% of respondents rating it as the most pressing fiscal challenge.”
Feb. 25, 2022: How do Utahns rate the national and state economics? New poll has answers (Deseret News) “A new statewide Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll found 48% of respondents believe Utah’s economy is functioning at a “good” or “excellent” level, while only 20% feel the overall U.S economy is in “good” or “excellent” shape.”
Feb. 25, 2022: Who should approve K-12 curriculum? State lawmakers, federal officials rank last, poll says (Deseret News) “That’s according to a new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll among 808 registered voters in Utah. Among those who responded to the poll, 19% said local school boards should be responsible for curriculum selection while 17% said teachers should be responsible.”
Feb. 14, 2022: Should Utah audit its elections? Here’s what Utahns think (Deseret News) “A large majority of Utahns trust that their state will conduct a fair election in 2022 — but they’re more split over whether the 2020 election should be audited. That’s according to a new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll.”
Feb. 10, 2022: Utahns concerned about high inflation rate, poll shows (KSL TV) “A recent Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll of more than 800 Utah voters showed 93% are somewhat or very concerned about inflation.”
Feb. 8, 2022: Sticker shock: Overwhelming number of Utahns concerned about record inflation (Deseret News) “That’s according to a new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll conducted Jan. 20-28 of 815 registered Utah voters. ”
Feb. 8, 2022: How do Utah voters rate President Joe Biden? New poll reveals answers (Deseret News) “President Joe Biden fares a little better in the latest Deseret News/Hinckley Institute poll among Utah voters as he moves into his second year in office after a challenging first one.”
Feb. 7, 2022: Who’s Responsible for monitoring kids’ social media use? Government? Schools? Parents? (Deseret News) “The results of a new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll appear to concur with that sentiment. Just 1% of 815 Utahns who responded to the poll said schools should be responsible for monitoring how minors use social media platforms.”
Feb 2, 2022: Are Republicans showing Mitt Romney more love? New Utah poll has the answers (Deseret News) “A new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll shows 51% of Republicans and 51% of Democrats in the state approve of his job performance. Romney does a little better among unaffiliated voters with a 54% approval rating. …‘Right now, Sen. Romney is one of those rare politicians who has support from across the political spectrum,’ said Jason Perry, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah.”
Feb 1, 2022: Concern over Utah’s drought high, snowpack diminishing during dry spell (Deseret News) “The Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics survey tapped 815 registered voters from Jan. 20 to Jan. 28, finding 82% of respondents are concerned over current drought conditions in Utah in contrast to 17% who said they are not worried. Another 1% said they didn’t know.”
Feb 1, 2022: Does a lower approval rating make Utah Sen. Mike Lee vulnerable in the 2022 election? (Deseret News) “Sen. Lee has enjoyed a comfortable position in the last two election cycles,” said Jason Perry, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. “His continued high approval rating among conservative voters and Republican delegates have made him a clear front runner at convention and the eventual primary, as more moderate challengers cancel each other out fighting for the middle.”
Jan 5, 2022: What have we learned? Lessons from the Jan. 6 insurrection (Deseret News)
“Jason Perry, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, said there’s nothing to suggest an uprising couldn’t happen again. Distrust in government institutions and the electoral process remains pervasive among some Americans. He said it’s incumbent on elected leaders to reassure voters not only that their ballot matters but that elections are not being manipulated. ‘If we don’t have some course correction, those elements still exist. They clearly do. We have to guard against that,’ he said. ‘We saw clearly on Jan. 6 what can happen when it is unchecked and when fuel is added to it. It can happen again.’”
October 5, 2021: Third-party conservative Evan McMullin challenges Utah Sen. Mike Lee (KSL) “By running as a third-party candidate, McMullin won’t have to vie for a nomination in front of that crowd. But he’ll have his own challenges to overcome without major party backing, said Jason Perry, director of the University of Utah Hinckley Institute of Politics. ‘It’s just very hard for someone who’s not a Republican or a Democrat to catch fire and get enough votes to win in the state of Utah,’ he said.”
October 4, 2021: Former third-party candidate Evan McMullin to challenge Utah Sen. Mike Lee (FOX13) “Five years later, with more name recognition, could McMullin have a chance against incumbent Mike Lee? ‘This is a recurring question in Utah, is whether or not an independent candidate can mount a successful campaign,’ said Jason Perry, the Director of Hinckley Institute of Politics. ‘He has followers from around the country, what he needs is followers from the state of Utah and for those followers to translate to voters who actually show up.’”
September 29, 2021: How a federal government shutdown would affect Utah (ABC4) “The effects of a potential shutdown would certainly be felt in the Beehive State, according to University of Utah Hinckley Institute of Politics Director Jason Perry. ‘Utahns know pretty knew from the last shutdown, it had an impact here,’ he explains to ABC4.com, mentioning that the Gardner Policy Institute at the university estimated that about 10,000 government workers in Utah were either furloughed or working without pay during the previous shutdown.”
September 27, 2021: Hinckley Institute National and Local Internship Deadlines Approaching (The Daily Utah Chronicle) “‘There are two local internship programs,’ said Morgan Lyon Cotti, an associate director at the Hinckley Institute. ‘Hinckley has [its] standard local Internship Program, which is a part-time internship. Most of the offices are with nonprofits, government offices or businesses.’ Every year in the spring, the Hinckley Institute provides the local legislative internship ‘which is when students get to go to [the] Utah State Capitol and work full time and be paid to staff a legislator or another elected official,’ Lyon Cotti said. ‘Students can experience high-level substantive work.’”
September 17, 2021: Did the Biden administration mishandle U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan? New poll shows what Utahns think (Deseret News) “A majority of Utah voters have an unfavorable view of the United States’ handling of the withdrawal from Afghanistan, according to a new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll. Sixty-two percent of Utahns disapprove — including 48% who strongly disapprove — of how the Biden administration handled the end of the 20-year war. Another 25% say they approve, while 13% aren’t sure.”
September 16, 2021: Should politicians or public health officials make the call on mask mandates? (Deseret News) “Jason Perry, director of the Hinckley Institute, said Utahns remain divided over mask mandates just as they have been throughout the pandemic that began some 18 months ago. ‘You start looking at these really important decisions and seeing the reality is there is no clear agreement among Utahns about the law restricting local government powers on mask mandates,’ Perry said. But he said the poll also makes it clear Utahns prefer that public health experts deal with the issue rather than politicians.”
September 7, 2021: The doctor is in — and busting COVID-19 myths about herd immunity, etc. (KSL) “Just as COVID-19 spreads to unvaccinated people, so do COVID-19 myths about the virus spread to the uninformed. Dr. Richard Orlandi, University of Utah Health’s chief medical officer of ambulatory health, joined KSL NewsRadio’s guest hosts Jason Perry and Morgan Lyon Cotti, both of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, to shatter pernicious myths floating around about COVID-19 and vaccines.”
August 3, 2021: This historic D.C. property will be named for Orrin Hatch and will house University of Utah interns (Deseret News) “A historic Washington, D.C., property that was once home to a Supreme Court chief justice will become a living and gathering place for the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics interns. Jason Perry, the U.’s vice president for government relations and institute director, said the purchase is ‘a game-changer for us.’”
July 12, 2021: Poll: Utahns widely concerned about inflation now, and into the future (KSL) “A new, statewide Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll found 85% of Utahns said they were very or somewhat concerned about inflation. And among that group, 25% said higher prices would be ‘temporary’ versus 60% who believe inflation will be a ‘lasting’ concern.”
July 7, 2021: What happens next to 11 people charged with allegedly disrupted school board meeting? (KSL) “Former prosecutor and defense attorney Greg Skordas joined Dave Noriega and Morgan Lyon Cotti, associate director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, to discuss the possible outcomes of the legal cases.”
July 7, 2021: Poll: Utahns still happy with how Gov. Cox is handling COVID-19 pandemic (Deseret News) “The poll found 69% of Republicans disapprove of the president’s performance, including 51% who strongly disapprove, while 94 % of Democrats approve. Fauci’s numbers are similar with 68% disapproval among Utah Republicans and 90% of Democrats approving. ‘They do look partisan,’ Hinckley Institute of Politics Director Jason Perry said of Utahns assessments of the Washington officials. ‘It appears that the honeymoon is over. For most of the people who were elected in this last election, now the realities are setting in.’ Perry said Utahns ‘are starting to feel the economic impacts of the pandemic and some of the relief efforts. They’re seeing inflation, rising gas prices, issues with supplies and they’re being impacted very directly. That’s reflected in these polls but largely, it’s coming along partisan lines.’”
July 2, 2021: Do Utahns favor national standards for voting in elections? New poll has the answer (Deseret News) “A new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll found 55% of Utahns think nationwide standards are necessary to protect voting rights. The survey showed 34% say voting laws should be made by state and local governments, while 11% aren’t sure. ‘The messaging about the importance of getting some standards in place that levels the playing field to some extent on a national stage seems to have some support. That support may decrease depending on what standards are put in play,’ said Jason Perry, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute.”
July 1, 2021: Incentives for COVID-19 vaccines ‘still on the table’ as new poll shows little interest (Deseret News) “Utahns aren’t that interested in incentives, according to results of a new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll. An overwhelming 65% of Utahns who haven’t been vaccinated against COVID-19 say there’s no incentive that would make them more likely to get the shots. A list of possible offerings —- being able to use sick time, a local restaurant giving away free food or a drawing for a college scholarship — each only interested just 2% of Utahns polled, and free tickets to a local professional sporting event would persuade only 3%, while 10% suggested there might be something and 16% had no answer.”
June 30, 2021: Poll: Utahns favor incentives for ‘wise’ water use — and tougher penalties for those who aren’t (Deseret News) “A majority of Utah residents say they favor financial incentives to have water-wise landscaping to irrigate and tougher penalties for violators who don’t adhere to restrictions as the state struggles through this dangerous and unprecedented drought. A new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll of 1,000 registered Utah voters shows that 65% favor both the financial carrot and the financial stick to weather the drought.”
May 18, 2021: Why police officials, reform advocates agree more work to be done (Deseret News) “According to a new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll, 82% of Utahns trust their local police department either ‘mostly’ or ‘completely.’ On the other hand, only 16% said they ‘mostly’ or ‘completely’ distrust their local police.”
May 13, 2021: How many adults in Utah support state’s mask mandate for students in K-12 schools? (Deseret News) “A majority of Utahns support the ongoing mask mandate in Utah’s K-12 schools, a recent Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll shows. When asked if they agree with Gov. Spencer Cox administration’s decision to continue the mandate beyond the April 10 date when the statewide mask order otherwise ended under HB294, 63% of Utahns said they either strongly or somewhat agree.”
May 17, 2021: Pulling U.S. troops from Afghanistan a complicated question for slain Utah soldiers’ families, veterans (Deseret News) “A new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll found 56% of residents in the state support the president’s decision, while 29% do not. Another 15% aren’t sure. For family members of those who died in Afghanistan and veterans themselves, the question of staying or going is a complicated one. The answer is not clear cut.”
May 13, 2021: A whopping 8 out of 10 Utahns are concerned about the crushing housing market (Deseret News) “A striking 80% of Utahns are concerned about the raging housing market and its skyrocketing prices. That’s according to a new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll, which found 47% of Utahns say they’re ‘very concerned’ about Utah’s current housing market, while 33% said they are ‘somewhat concerned.’”
May 13, 2021: Will ousting of Rep. Cheney affect Sen. Mitt Romney? This political expert doesn’t think so (ABC4) “Jason Perry, the Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, tells ABC4 he doesn’t think this means a whole lot for the Utah senator. ‘… I say that because this is entirely consistent with where he has been as a member of our delegation. He has not been someone who has been supportive of President Trump… so really it’s not a big difference for him. It’s a position he has staked out personally for a little while, including with his vote to convict on impeachment in the Senate,’ Perry states. ‘If anything, he’s had a similar view that she has had.’ Perry says the decision to oust Cheney from her leadership position as the No. 3 Republican in the House of Representatives is not something we’ve seen in recent memory.”
May 12, 2021: When do a majority of Utahns believe life will be back to normal from COVID-19 pandemic? (Deseret News) “Jason Perry, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, described Utahns as feeling “cautious optimism” about the future. ‘What we have seen throughout this pandemic is you cannot take anything for granted,’ Perry said. ‘There just have been no certainties throughout this pandemic. People are hopeful, and they’re hopeful and they’re watching closely. That is the key takeaway.’”
May 11, 2021: Why was President Biden talking to Democratic and Republican governors about COVID-19 vaccine rollout? (Deseret News) “In a new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll, Cox continues to see high approval ratings, with 65% saying they approve of his job performance while only 25% said they disapprove. Specifically regarding the handling of the pandemic, 66% of Utahns said they approve of Cox’s performance, while 26% said they disapprove.”
May 3, 2021: The delegates booed Mitt Romney. Here’s what we learned about Utah’s 2021 Republican Party (Deseret News) “To political pundits, Saturday’s convention put on display — yet again — that the GOP convention system puts the more extreme conservatives front and center, even though that’s not an accurate representation of all Utah Republicans. ‘That was manifested here in this convention yet again,’ said Jason Perry, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, noting it’s what gave rise to the Count My Vote initiative that evolved into SB54, a law that allows an alternative route to the ballot through signature gathering and has been repeatedly contested by Utah’s GOP in court to no avail. ‘The delegates tend to be more conservative than what you see with mainstream Republicans,’ Perry said. ‘That has been a reality for a while.’”
April 22, 2021: Expert: Utah is getting less red, but that’s not the whole story (KSL) “A new analysis from the Cook Political Report found Utah — a reliably Republican state in terms of national politics — is becoming slightly less red in its latest rankings. But Jason Perry with the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah said those findings only tell a part of the story.”
April 11, 2021: Poll: How Utahns want state leaders to spend federal COVID-19 relief money (Deseret News) “Jason Perry, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute, said the poll results are to be expected, with roads and education often top issues on the minds of Utahns. ‘These are very close to home,’ Perry said, also noting that President Joe Biden and his administration have also been discussing major infrastructure investments at a national level. ‘So it makes sense it’s being received well here at home as well.’”
April 9, 2021: Utah Gov. Spencer Cox's approval ratings still climbing — across party lines (KSL) “‘Every month since Gov. Cox has taken office, his approval ratings have increased," said Jason Perry, director of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute. ‘His disapprovals are staying about the same, but of note is the number of people who are unsure about him has gone down. And most of the people who are no longer unsure are falling into the 'approve' category.’”
April 8, 2021: Poll: Utahns split over Saturday’s end to statewide mask mandate (Deseret News) “Hinckley Institute Director Jason Perry said the controversy surrounding masks may be around for a while. ‘Until we emerge from this pandemic and get to what is our new normal, I think we’re still going to have a lot of disagreement about the mask mandate,’ Perry said. ‘To the question of whether or not we’re still going to have some friction, the answer clearly is yes.’ He said that’s not what he expected. ‘I’m still a little surprised at the political divide that exists,’ Perry said. ‘I had hoped that the politics of masks would start to go away as we start to emerge, as more people are vaccinated, as we see light at the end of the tunnel. What we see in this poll is that politics still remains very much at the heart’ of the issue.”
April 8, 2021: What Utahns think about the job President Joe Biden is doing so far (Deseret News) “Utahns don’t appear to be warming up to President Joe Biden as his approval rating took a downward turn in the latest Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll. And Republicans in the state especially find the performance of the new president dismal a little over two months into his first term.”
April 6, 2021: Why does poll show ‘dramatic’ surge in optimism among Utahns about COVID-19? (Deseret News) “That’s a big difference ‘in terms of the optimism of Utahns as to when they think life will get back to normal,’ said Jason Perry, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. He credited the state’s increased vaccinations against the virus and decreasing case counts for the upbeat attitude.”
April 4, 2021: Are Utahns ready to travel? Residents weigh in on plans in new poll (Deseret News) “Finally. Most Utahns are getting ready to go out of town. More than 2 in 3 are planning to travel in the near future, with the majority heading beyond the Beehive State’s borders, according to a new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll. The results come as Utah tallies more than 1.4 million doses of vaccine in the arms of adults across the state.”
April 3, 2021: Poll shows Utahns favor citizenship path for ‘Dreamers’ (Deseret News) “A new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll shows that 55% of Utahns support legislation the U.S. House passed last month to provide a legal path to citizenship for young undocumented immigrants known as “Dreamers” or who have temporary protected status.”
April 2, 2021: Most Utahns are vaccinated or want to be soon, but how many say they’ll never get the shots? (Deseret News) “Jason Perry, director of the U.’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, said vaccines will remain a tough sell for some. ‘We continue to see that a majority of Utahns either have or are eager to get vaccinated and view it as the quickest and safest path to our new normal. When compared to previous polls, fewer people are saying they are going to wait, but the number of those saying they will not get the vaccine is largely unchanged,’ Perry said.”
March 16, 2021: Faced with pressure to lift Covid restrictions, Utah gov. opts to restrict his own powers (NBC News) “Jason Perry, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, said that while Cox and the Legislature are not that far apart on mask mandates and other Covid-19 restrictions, ‘a much larger issue developed as these key players wrestled over who ultimately decides when they are put in place and when they should be removed.’”
March 12, 2021: Interview: Taking a closer look at President Joe Biden’s relief bill and his address to the nation (ABC4) “President Joe Biden has now signed a massive COVID-19 relief bill that could provide relief to millions of Americans. But the bill did not receive bipartisan support, and many lawmakers were split on the issue. Morgan Lyon Cotti, the associate director of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, joined Good Morning Utah to break down the politics behind the bill, as well as the President’s address to the nation.”
February 24, 2021: Cox vs. Zuckerberg: Do Utahns think state government is more trustworthy than Facebook? (Deseret News) “Ongoing issues regarding Big Tech firms like Amazon, Apple and Facebook and how they wield market power and handle troves of personal data is not sitting well with residents across the country and particularly so in Utah, where many have expressed their marked distrust of those firms in a new poll. And the same Utahns are only slightly less distrustful of their federal and state governments, though willing to extend a bit more faith to local government leaders. These findings are all part of a new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll of 1,000 Utah registered voters. The survey was conducted Feb. 10-16 and has a margin of error of plus or minus 3.1 percentage points.”
February 23, 2021: When do Utahns believe life will return to normal? Answers may surprise you (Deseret News) “Nearly half of Utahns believe it will be at least a year from now before life returns to normal from the COVID-19 pandemic, according to results of a new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll released Monday.”
February 22, 2021: Poll: What do Utahns want state lawmakers to spend extra cash on? (Deseret News) “That most Utahns put education above other priorities — including a tax cut — wasn’t surprising to Jason Perry, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute. ‘It’s been historically true, and true in this case, that (Utahns say) that money should be spent on education,’ Perry said. Lawmakers’ early actions on education mean they’ve already ‘taken care of education funding to a large extent,’ Perry said. ‘They promised it, 34% of Utahns want it, and they got it. That is something that’s already been a priority for our Legislature.’”
February 21, 2021: Utahns rate Biden’s first month in office about the same as Trump’s last month in new poll (Deseret News) “Biden didn’t do well in Utah in the November election, garnering just under 38% of the vote. Trump won the state with 58%. Trump, though, vacated the White House with the lowest approval rating of his presidency nationally and the lowest in Utah for the past year. ‘Although President Biden didn’t come close to winning our state’s presidential vote, a significant number of Utahns are showing they have confidence in his ability to lead the country out of the pandemic,’ said Jason Perry, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
February 21, 2021: New COVID-19 poll shows fewer Utahns saying ‘no’ to getting vaccinated (Deseret News) “Hinckley Institute of Politics Director Jason Perry said there’s been ‘a substantial step forward’ since a previous poll last fall found that just over half of Utahns would take a federally approved vaccine if it became available, with nearly a quarter saying they would refuse it.”
February 20, 2021: Poll: Utah Gov. Spencer Cox’s job approval ratings are already climbing (Deseret News) “A new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll shows a healthy majority — 63% — of Utahns approve of Cox’s job performance so far, with 24% saying they strongly approve and 39% saying they somewhat approve. That’s while only 22% say they disapprove, with 15% saying they somewhat disapprove and only 7% strongly disapprove.”
February 20, 2021: Poll: Nearly half of Utahns say state should have moratorium on evictions in pandemic (Deseret News) “Utahns are divided on whether they believe the state should halt evictions to protect more renters from losing their housing in the pandemic, but many think it’s a good idea. Just under half — 47% — believe the state should have a moratorium, according to a new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll. A smaller share of 24% oppose a moratorium, while slightly more — 29% — aren’t sure.”
February 19, 2021: Utah lawmakers say no permit needed to carry concealed gun, but what do Utahns say? (Deseret News) “A state-issued permit will no longer be required to carry a concealed gun in Utah starting May 5. But 55% of Utahns say gun owners should not be able to carry and cover their firearms without a license, according to a new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll.”
February 19, 2021: Most Utahns say Dixie State shouldn’t change its name as lawmakers grapple with issue (Deseret News) “As state lawmakers weigh the next steps over legislation that would set in motion a process to change the controversial name of Dixie State University, a new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll shows just one-fifth of Utahns support a change.”
February 18, 2021: Should transgender girls play on girls sports teams? Utahns share opinions in new poll (Deseret News) “As a debate rages on Utah’s Capitol Hill about female transgender athletes, most Utahns believe they shouldn’t get to participate in high school and college women’s sports, according to a new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll.”
February 18, 2021: Should Senate have convicted Donald Trump? Utahns voice opinion in new poll (Deseret News) “A new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll shows 51% of voters in the state say the Senate should not have convicted Trump, while 43% say he should have been convicted. The remaining 7% were not sure.”
February 9, 2021: Impeachment difference? ‘We do not have a sitting president that's under the microscope.’ (KUTV) “Jason Perry, Vice President for Government Relations and the Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, talked to 2News about the impeachment trial. He said the biggest difference between this impeachment hearing and Trump's first impeachment in 2019 is that ‘we do not have a sitting president that’s under the microscope.’ That is the biggest concern right now and it’s occupying all the conversation in Washington, D.C., said Perry.”
February 9, 2021: Utah’s senators divided over Trump impeachment trial (ABC4) “Utah’s senators are playing a vital role in former President Donald Trump’s impeachment trial. Both senators are jurors, but are divided over the constitutionality of the trial. ‘Senator Mike Lee says it is unconstitutional to sit for an impeachment hearing for a president who is no longer sitting,’ Jason Perry with the Hinckley Institute of Politics says. ‘Mitt Romney has indicated he wants to hear this trial and the evidence.’”
January 24, 2021: Why Mitt Romney loses points with Utah Republicans, scores big with Democrats (Deseret News) “Romney was often on the same page as the former president regarding policy, but he didn’t shy away from calling Trump out, especially when it came to matters of character. ‘His comments about President Trump escalated over the past several months, particularly the last couple of weeks,’ noted Jason Perry, director the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
January 23, 2021: Poll: What Utahns think about Gov. Spencer Cox so far (Deseret News) “‘Having 55% approval rating out of the gate is something he should feel happy about,’ said Jason Perry, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute. While the 20% of undecided Utahns wait to get to know him as their governor, Perry also pointed out the 24% disapproval rate is ‘very low.’”
January 22, 2021: Poll: More than a third of Utahns not very worried about getting COVID-19 (Deseret News) “Jason Perry, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, suggested some of the politicization of the pandemic may be falling away as more Utahns are touched by the virus. The politically charged debate over wearing masks, which became a major issue in the Utah governor’s race, has quieted down, Perry said. ‘When people were talking about masks mostly through a purely political lens, not a lot of people knew someone personally who had been diagnosed with COVID-19,’ he said. ‘But most Utahns now do know someone who has had it and an increasing number have been to the hospital or died,’ he said.”
January 21, 2021: Poll finds more Utahns willing to get COVID-19 vaccine, but is it enough? (Deseret News) “Jason Perry, director of the U.’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, said he sees the interest in the vaccine continuing to climb as it is distributed more widely. ‘What’s happening in Utah and across the country is there is a segment of our population concerned about getting the vaccine, but every single day in the country and the state of Utah, more and more people are getting it,’ Perry said, predicting that will reduce the concern. ‘The rhetoric has had an impact, without question,’ he said of the political debates over the pandemic during the Trump administration. Perry said it’s surprising, too, that Operation Warp Speed, which helped produce vaccines in record time and is arguably a key achievement of the former president, isn’t resonating more with Republicans.”
January 20, 2021: Poll: What Utahns think about new President Joe Biden (Deseret News) “A new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll found 52% of residents have an unfavorable opinion — including 40% very unfavorable — of the new president. The survey shows that 45% of Utahns have a favorable opinion of Biden, while 3% aren’t sure.”
January 20, 2021: Former Utah Congressman attends inauguration in D.C. (ABC4) “‘It is significant especially for the disunity that we see in us country right now it’s emblematic of what we are seeing in America right now,’ Morgan Lyon-Cotti said. A poll from the Deseret News and the Hinckley Institute found 40% of Utah’s say President Trump is a great deal to blame for the deadly riots at the nation’s Capitol while 31 % say he is not to blame. ‘How we move forward from here how we find that unity and again I think a lot of people are going to be looking 2 years to see how they react,’ Lyon-Cotti said.”
January 20, 2021: A closer look at what comes after Inauguration Day (ABC4) “Today is Inauguration Day and President-elect Joe Biden and Vice President-elect Kamala Harris will take their oaths of office in our nation’s capitol. This marks the starts of a 46th presidency. Biden is expected to lay out his goals to unite the country in a time of unprecedented crisis. Morgan Lyon Cotti from the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah joined Good Morning Utah to break down what is in-store for Americans during Biden’s time in office.”
January 19, 2021: Should Trump be held accountable, and if so, for what? (Deseret News) “A new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll found that 40% of Utah residents say Trump is a great deal to blame for the riot, but 31% said he is ‘not at all’ to blame. Liberals are more likely than conservatives to say Trump should be held accountable, with conservatives saying that blame for the violence, which left five dead, belongs with the rioters themselves.”
January 19, 2021: Widespread voter fraud in the 2020 election? A lot of Utahns think so (Deseret News) “The survey results reflect a deep divide that exists not only across the country but in the Republican Party, said Jason Perry, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah. ‘That is why it is a difficult line for some of our elected officials to walk,’ Perry said.”
January 19, 2021: How much blame does President Trump deserve for Capitol riot? Utahns are split (Deseret News) “‘The Republicans look at what happened and they condemn the people who broke into the Capitol,’ said Jason Perry, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute. ‘But what has been consistent over the past year and the time President Trump has been in office, they do not believe he is responsible for the actions of these people, from the speech that was given before the riots occurred or for the claims about the election being stolen.’”
January 6, 2021: ‘It’s insane’: Rep. John Curtis shelters in place after rioters overtake U.S. Capitol (ABC4) “‘I, for one, have seen so many people engage in protests over the past year and they’ve been peaceful and they’ve been impactful. Those are the kinds of protests we want to see more of,’ Perry told ABC4 News. ‘When it starts to become something that strikes at the institutions, the buildings themselves, it becomes violent, people get hurt and you start destroying property, that’s sort of where the end of the productive part of the protest is and we start just seeing it devolve into something else. We need to start disagreeing in much better ways.’”
January 5, 2021: Electoral College Vote Count To Face Unprecedented Opposition (KSL) “States have already certified their results and the Electoral College announced Joe Biden the winner last month. But on Wednesday, Vice President Mike Pence will join both chambers of Congress for a final count of the votes as laid out in the 12th amendment. It’s an event that happens every four years but goes largely unnoticed. ‘Normally it’s ceremonial. Normally it’s mostly a formality,’ said Jason Perry, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics. ‘We have not seen the process interrupted in what we may see [Wednesday]. That’s the reality of it.’”
December 14, 2020: COVID-19 vaccine rollout (Utah Policy) “Not everyone is excited about a vaccine. In September, a Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll found only about 50% of Utahns said they would get the vaccine. On September 14, Utah saw 436 new cases, 3 deaths, 134 people hospitalized, and a positivity rate of 9.8%. Total numbers on that day were 58,438 with 3338 total hospitalizations and 436 total deaths. Three months later (December 14), we had 1968 new cases, (235,872 total cases), 572 are currently hospitalized (9,486 total hospitalizations), a 35% positivity rate, and 7 new deaths for a total of 1062 deaths.”
November 22, 2020: Breaking down the election with Jason Perry of the Hinckley Institute of Politics (ABC4) “County clerks across the state of Utah certified the election results on Tuesday. Many races came down to the wire this year. Jason Perry the Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics joins us this week on Inside Utah Politics with analysis on what happened and why.”
November 20, 2020: Romney calls Trump's election protest 'undemocratic' (FOX13) “Jason Perry, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, says Romney is taking a stand of principle over party. ‘It's not about party anymore. It's about every one of us. It's about our system of governance,’ Perry said.”
November 14, 2020: Will Utahns be tapped to serve in the Biden administration? (Deseret News) “Jason Perry, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, noted a Utahn hasn’t held a Cabinet-level post since former Gov. Mike Leavitt served as Secretary of Health and Human Services under fellow Republican President George W. Bush. ‘I think that the Biden administration should consider some Utahns, but that has not been the history for our state,’ Perry said. Still, he said he expects to see some Utah names end up at least on the shortlist for the president-elect’s leadership team in the coming weeks.”
November 12, 2020: Owens Leads McAdams By 1,616 Votes In 4th Congressional District Race (KSL) “‘Burgess Owens is performing better than some had expected in Salt Lake County, particularly in the outskirts of the Salt Lake City,’ said Jason Perry, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics. Utah County officials estimated they had fewer than 300 ballots remaining in the 4th district race. There are two other counties that report votes for the district — Juab and Sanpete counties.”
November 10, 2020: Young voter participation up 8% from 2016 (ABC4) “The Hinckley Institute of Politics is reporting historic student voter turnout in the 2020 Election. The Hinckley Institute was founded with the goal of increasing student civic engagement. According to an article from the institute, for 55 years the institute has maintained a strict non-partisan agenda and kept its focus on helping young people explore their passions and elevate opportunities for students to contribute to public life.”
November 10, 2020: Owens & McAdams Still In Tight Race For Utah’s 4th Congressional District (KSL) “‘This is almost an exact repeat of what we saw in 2018 when we saw Mia Love get taken down by a similar margin,’ said Jason Perry, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics. Seven-hundred votes is what we saw happen in that particular race. I think it’s going to be likely the same kind of scenario here.’”
November 9, 2020: Presidential Race: Hinckley Institute discusses where we go from here (ABC4) “All major news networks called the presidential race over the weekend. Joe Biden will become the next President of the United States. Morgan Lyon Cotti from the Hinckley Institute of Politics joined Good Morning Utah to break down the presidential race, where we go from here, and how Utah’s 4th Congressional District Race between incumbent Ben McAdams and Republican Challenger, Burgess Owens is shaping up.”
November 6, 2020: Owens & McAdams In Close Race For 4th Congressional District (KSL) “Jason Perry, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, said this race is interesting because it includes four counties and each county is politically very different. McAdams does well in Salt Lake County and, up to this point, has received 54% of the vote in Salt Lake. Meanwhile, Burgess does better in Utah County, where McAdams is getting less than a third of those voters.”
November 5, 2020: ‘Utah Politics’ podcast: A postmortem on election 2020 (Salt Lake Tribune) “On the post-election edition of the ‘Utah Politics’ podcast, we’re joined by Jason Perry of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah. Perry discusses what happened in Utah on Election Day, whether Rep. Ben McAdams can hang on in his race against Republican Burgess Owens, and the mini-blue wave that rolled across Salt Lake County. He also talks about how Gov.-elect Spencer Cox will govern when he takes office in November.”
November 5, 2020: Where we go now in the Presidential Race (ABC4) “The Presidential Race is still to early to call Thursday morning, two days after Election Day. Morgan Lyon Cotti from the Hinckley Institute of Politics from the University of Utah breaks down the race and who has the edge as ballots continue to be counted in key battleground states.”
November 4, 2020: Breaking down the big races locally and nationally (ABC4) “Results from Election Day are pouring in and some big races, including the presidential race have not been called. Jason Perry, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics joined Good Morning Utah to break down that race and races here in Utah.”
November 3, 2020: All 7 of Utah’s constitutional amendments passing — including one to change how education is funded (Salt Lake Tribune) “A controversial amendment to expand how the state’s Education Fund is used — diverting millions to social services not directly related to schools — has commanded surprising support from voters with unofficial results Tuesday. ‘This will be a fundamental change to how we pay for schools,’ said Jason Perry, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah. ‘It’s really a big deal.’”
November 3, 2020: Political experts weigh in on 2020 election (ABC4) “It’s Election Day and millions of Americans and Utahns have cast their ballots for this year’s election. Morgan Lyon Cotti from the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah joined Good Morning Utah to talk about the biggest races in the country and here in Utah.”
November 2, 2020: Last-minute campaigning: How much does it matter? (KSL) “While it’s nothing out of the ordinary, it does beg the question, just how effective is last-minute campaigning this close to the election? Jason Perry, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, says it typically doesn’t do much to move the needle. ‘The campaigning towards the last couple of days means less and less as time goes by,’ explains Perry. ‘Particularly in this election cycle, there are just not a lot of people out there that they are going to try to convert in the last [couple] days.’”
November 1, 2020: Effect Of Nasty Ads On 2020 Election (KSL) “With just days, or even hours, to the 2020 Election, we talk to Jason Perry, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah about his perspective – especially on some of the negative advertising. We also walk through the process to vote for those who have not done so – even up to registering on Election Day.”
October 31, 2020: Ben McAdams, Burgess Owens, outside groups unleash a barrage of ads (Salt Lake Tribune) “Jason Perry, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, said it appears that Owens is using a barrage of negative ads to drive down the favorable view of McAdams among voters in the final days of the election. ‘These commercials that are coming from Owens seem to be having that effect,’ Perry said. ‘In polling we’ve been doing, his [McAdams] unfavorables have been going up. It went up 11% from September to October.’”
October 28, 2020: Why don’t people vote? (KSL) “Jason Perry, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, joined Debbie Dujanovic and Dave Noriega to explain why people don’t vote and why it is so important to do so. Debbie said her take on why people don’t vote is because they think their vote just won’t count for much. She asked Perry if he agreed. ‘That happens so often,’ he said. ‘We hear it all the time: ‘Why would I vote? It doesn’t matter at all, anyway.’ I think you gave the number one reason right there… The reality is, it does.’ When does every vote count? Perry cited the 2018 U.S. House race in Utah when candidate Democrat Ben McAdams narrowly unseated Republican Mia Love by 694 votes.”
October 28, 2020: More Utah women are donating to Biden as Trump struggles with female voters (Salt Lake Tribune) “The campaign donations represent a significant shift in the importance of female voters in this presidential election and demonstrate that women are now ‘putting their money where their votes have been,’ said Morgan Lyon Cotti, associate director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah.”
October 25, 2020: What did Mitt Romney get right and wrong in his infamous 2016 speech against Donald Trump? (Deseret News) “The University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics credentialed more than 100 reporters and at least nine cable TV news trucks lined up outside the hall. Romney did not give the Hinckley Institute an advance copy of the speech, which turned out to be a scathing indictment of Trump as a “fraud’’ and “phony.’’ Hinckley Institute Director Jason Perry doesn’t think Romney — right or wrong — would have a different take four years later. ‘Even though I think Mitt Romney’s tone has changed, I don’t think he would change his speech much if he were giving it today,’ he said.”
October 23, 2020: Utah voters react to final presidential debate (ABC4) “‘Both here in Utah and nationally we are at 25% of voter turnout from 2016 we have 300,000 people here in Utah and tens of millions of people nationally, it really does beg the question do the debate dates need to be moved,’ Morgan Lyon-Cotti said.”
October 22, 2020: Poll: Voters concerned about election results being accepted by Trump, Biden (Deseret News) “Hinckley Institute Director Jason Perry said the question of voter concern about the election results being accepted is timely because ‘so many people are talking about it. It shows that this is more than just talk about this possibility. Both sides are expecting there to be lawsuits or contention about the final outcome.’”
October 21, 2020: New poll shows how Utahns feel about Amy Coney Barrett nomination to Supreme Court (Deseret News) “A new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll found 61% of voters in the state want to see Barrett become the newest member of the high court. The survey shows 30% oppose her confirmation, while 10% aren’t sure.”
October 20, 2020: Poll: Are Utahns more concerned about virus after President Trump caught it? (Deseret News) “Hinckley Institute Director Jason Perry said the poll makes it clear how political the virus has become. ‘Health questions and political questions are fused when it comes to COVID-19,’ Perry said. ‘There is a danger anytime a health question becomes a political question it becomes a question of filters. We’re not talking any longer about what the best health strategy is, or the right precautions are. It becomes a political question.’”
October 20, 2020: The Art And Science Of Polling With Morgan Lyon Cotti On Tuesday's Access Utah (UPR) “Next time on Access Utah, we’ll preview the upcoming election with Morgan Lyon Cotti, Associate Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah. We’ll talk about the art and science of polling, vote by mail, projected voter participation rates, and what’s on your 2020 ballot, including several proposed constitutional amendments.”
October 19, 2020: Poll: Utah’s 4th Congressional District race ‘pure’ toss-up (Deseret News) “Burgess Owens, the Republican challenger in Utah’s 4th Congressional District, is leading Democratic Rep. Ben McAdams by a single percentage point in the latest Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll results released Monday.”
October 17, 2020: Utah’s 4th District — one of the nation’s closest races — is contentious, competitive (Deseret News) “Owens said at a recent University of Utah Hinckley Institute of Politics forum that he decided to make his first bid for public office to help get the House back under Republican control and “put those values that our country is built upon, education, faith, free markets and the family unit, put those in the forefront.’”
October 16, 2020: Hinckley Institute of Politics talks Confirmation Hearing and Dueling Town Halls (ABC4) “The confirmation hearings for Judge Amy Coney Barrett and Joe Biden and President Trump’s dueling Town Hall meetings made headlines this week. Associate Director, Morgan Lyon Cotti from the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, joined Good Morning Utah to break down those events and talk about how they might affect voting in the upcoming presidential election.”
October 15, 2020: Young Utah Voters Discuss Why They Are Turning Out This Election (UPR) “Utah is the state with the nation's youngest average population-- which means a lot of young voters. In the 2016 presidential election, 26.8 percent of Utah voters were between the ages 18 and 29 while the national average was 21.6 percent. Despite the importance students like Young and Waddell place on voting, the voting rates for Utahns between the ages of 18 and 29 have a history of lagging, according to data from the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah.”
October 15, 2020: Ben McAdams, Burgess Owens both praise 'warp speed' vaccine effort (KSL) “Both Democratic Rep. Ben McAdams and Burgess Owens, his Republican challenger in Utah’s 4th Congressional District, offered praise Wednesday for President Donald Trump’s push to rapidly develop a COVID-19 vaccine. Washington’s response to the coronavirus pandemic was a key topic of separate discussions with the congressional candidates during an hourlong virtual University of Utah Hinckley Institute of Politics “Informed Decisions 2020” forum held midday.”
October 13, 2020: University of Utah students focus on virtual ways to encourage peers to vote (FOX13) “‘There have been some successful online voter registration events, but it’s been a challenge,’ said Kyle Tucker, Program Coordinator, Hinckley Institute. ‘It’s hard because we are all living in this virtual world and so we are kind of competing for people’s attention when there are so many different webinars, and forums and Zoom calls you can join.’”
October 13, 2020: 4th congressional district race setting spending records; $11 million projected in TV advertising (ABC4) “‘We are seeing an immense amount of money coming into negative campaign ads,’ said Jason Perry, director at Hinckley Institute of Politics. ‘We’re looking at an enormous amount of outside money — some people like to call it satellite funding — from places outside the state’ added Perry. It’s a district being closely watched, as McAdams won in 2018 by fewer than 700 votes. ‘It leans Republican, but it has a Democrat representing it,’ said Perry.”
October 11, 2020: McAdams, Owens talk COVID-19 response, climate change and Black Lives Matter in 4th Congressional District debate (Deseret News) “McAdams and Owens have participated in a candidate forum sponsored by the Salt Lake Chamber and are scheduled to do the same at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics Wednesday. Monday’s debate, however, will be the only one between the candidates.”
October 8, 2020: V.P. debate in Utah was second-most-watched ever (Salt Lake Tribune) “‘It just shows the interest in this debate,’ said Jason Perry, the director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. ‘The spotlight was on the state of Utah for the biggest political event of the week, and the state showed quite well.’ ‘The fact that the political cycle moves on to the next story is something we all expect,’ Perry said. ‘The impacts of this debate will be felt all the way through November, whether or not there is another presidential debate.’”
October 8, 2020: Hinckley Institute re-caps VP debate: #Flygate, Debate Winner, Undecided voters (ABC4) “Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, Jason Perry joined Good Morning Utah Thursday for a re-cap of the Vice-Presidential debate at the University of Utah; he also weighed in on the news that the next Presidential debate will be virtual. Perry talked about the leader coming out of the debate and how each candidate performed with an eye towards undecided voters; he said both accomplished what they set out to do. Perry hoped for a more clear plan from each about the next steps on COVID-19, but said each invigorated their voting bases.”
October 7, 2020: What does a Vice President do? Roles and responsibilities of a VP (ABC4) “‘This is the person who takes office if there’s a death or resignation of the President. That’s primarily it,’ Jason Perry, the Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics explains. ‘There’s only one constitutional role for the Vice President and that is to preside over the Senate which essentially means this: that person will cast the tie breaking vote if there is a tie in the Senate. Otherwise, they’re not even able to address the Senate unless they’re invited by the Senate itself. Those are the primary roles set by the Constitution for the Vice President.’”
October 7, 2020: Who is Vice President Mike Pence? (ABC4) “Vice President Mike Pence has a reputation for being steady and calm perhaps even boring…but considering the President that he serves, that may be a good thing. ‘His temperament is very different than the President which is interesting,’ Jason Perry, the Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics said. ‘He once referred to himself as Rush Limbaugh on decaf.’”
October 7, 2020: Pence and Harris debate at the University of Utah (Salt Lake Tribune) “‘This has been a monumental effort and everything is really coming together today,’ said Jason Perry with the Hinckley Institute of Politics. He said about 300 student volunteers have been working to make sure the event goes well. He added he was almost ready to relax, but not quite. ‘Everyone is anticipating this particular debate. That’s what everyone is talking about, seeing these two candidates together and hearing them discuss the issues,’ he said. When the debate ends at 8:30 tonight, Perry believes the positive afterglow from a successful event should continue for Utah into the future, similar to the long-lasting benefits for the state from the 2002 Olympics.”
October 7, 2020: What Utahns will be looking for during the Vice Presidential Debate (KSL) “As all eyes turn to Utah ahead of the one and only Vice Presidential debate, what will Utahns themselves be looking for during Wednesday night’s debate? Hinckley Institute of Politics Director Jason Perry says The Supreme Court, an issue in the 2016 election, is important once again to the state’s voters. ‘They wanted–not everyone–but a majority of Utahns wanted conservative candidates. They’ve got a couple of them already, but that issue is high on the list again,’ Perry says.”
October 7, 2020: Previewing the Vice Presidential Debate at the University of Utah (KSL) “The Vice Presidential Debate will take place on Wednesday at the University of Utah in Salt Lake City. Associate Director Morgan Lyon Cotti from the Hinckley Institute of Politics joined Good Morning Utah to preview the debate and talked about it could impacted voters in Utah.”
October 7, 2020: Political expert says differing personalities could stimulate peaceful VP debate (ABC4) “Hinckley Institute of Politics political expert Morgan Lyon- Cotti says this debate could be more peaceful than the first presidential debate. ‘The personalities of these two candidates are so different,’ Morgan Lyon-Cotti said. ‘Mike Pence is such a steady presence he does not get riled up by another person or another moderator and Senator Harris is this seasoned prosecutor who knows how to cross-examine and dive into issues in a measured way.’”
October 7, 2020: What To Watch For During The VP Debate With Jason Perry (UPR) “Aside from the topic on everyone’s mind-- the coronavirus pandemic-- Jason Perry, the director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, said he anticipates the economy will be an important discussion point during tonight’s debate vice presidential debate in Salt Lake City. ‘Both of these candidates are going to have to talk about how they're going to not just get us out of the pandemic, but how they're going to jumpstart the economy going forward,’ said Perry.”
October 7, 2020: Suburban Voters, Especially Women, An Important Demographic Tonight, Morgan Lyon Cotti Says (UPR) “When it comes to topics for tonight’s vice presidential debate, associate director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, Morgan Lyon Cotti, said she is anticipating discussion on big topics like the economy and health care-- issues she identifies as important to suburban voters. ‘Which is exciting for utahns. Because largely, our state is made up of those suburban voters who are still deciding how they want to vote,’ Lyon Cotti said.”
October 7, 2020: 12 feet and Plexiglass sheets will divide Pence and Harris in tonight's VP debate at the U (FOX13) “‘It's much closer than you'd expect for a state like this,’ said Jason Perry with the Hinckley Institute of Politics. ‘Donald Trump at 50 percent, Joe Biden at 40 percent, that's a lead you'd expect to be much bigger considering where we are as a state of Utah. It kind of shows what Utah voters are like. They're not just about the party, they really are looking for the person. A lot of people have already made up their minds, that's clear from this poll, but it's so much closer than anyone would have expected.’”
October 6, 2020: Anti-Trump Republicans who run 'The Lincoln Project' focus on Utah during VP debate (FOX13) “‘It’s much closer than you’d expect for a state like this. Donald Trump at 50%, Joe Biden at 40%. That’s a lead you’d expect to be much bigger considering where we are as a state of Utah,’ said Jason Perry, the director of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics. ‘It kind of shows what Utah voters are like. They’re not just about the party, they really are looking for the person. A lot of people have already made up their minds, that’s clear from this poll. But it’s so much closer than anyone would have expected.’”
October 6, 2020: All eyes on Utah as lone VP debate is held in Salt Lake City (ABC4) “‘It’s 50 to 40, 40% for Joe Biden it is an interesting spread right there and interesting dynamics for the state of Utah,’ Jason Perry with the Hinckley Institute of Politics said. Perry says now more than ever, more eyes are on this debate. ‘The country is looking at this debate as a place where they are going to get real policy from these two candidates where are they going to go where are they going to take the United States of America we did not get a lot of that in the first presidential debate,’ Perry said.”
October 6, 2020: The vice presidential debate in Utah: What you need to know about the big event (Salt Lake Tribune) “This is just the third time since the modern presidential debates began in 1960 that an event has been held in the Intermountain West. The presidential candidates met at the University of Denver in 2012 and at the University of Nevada Las Vegas in 2016. Salt Lake City was primed to host a Republican primary debate in 2016, but it was near the end of the schedule and Trump, then the clear front-runner, declined to participate. At that time, the University of Utah sought one of the 2020 debates and here we are.‘This area of the country has become much more important politically,” says Jason Perry, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah. “I think it’s absolutely critical that at least one of these debates happens here in the West, and Utah is the perfect place for it.’”
October 5, 2020: U Prepares for Upcoming VP Debate with Hosting Hinckley Forum and Announcing Ticket Winners (The Daily Utah Chronicle) “As the University of Utah prepares to host the vice presidential debate, they held two events on Oct. 5, 2020 to inform students and fulfill final announcements. At 12 p.m., the Hinckley Institute of Politics hosted a forum titled: The Vice President, and at 1 p.m. the U live-streamed the drawing of tickets for viewing the debate via their Instagram.”
October 5, 2020: Raffle Held For 60 Univ. Of Utah Students To Attend VP Debate (KSL) “‘It is a huge deal to be able to be in the hall literally seeing history being made. We opened this raffle for just one day, and we had over 4,000 students sign up. Of those, we whittled it down to 300,’ said Morgan Lyon Cotti with the Hinckley Institute of Politics, who said the final 60 were then picked from the 300 during the raffle.”
October 2, 2020: President Trump’s Positive COVID-19 Test Could Impact VP Debate in SLC (KSL) “Jason Perry, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah said there is a rigorous testing system in place that will deliver results in 12 hours for anyone attending. ‘There is no better place to have this debate than the state of Utah right now, particularly when it comes to being tested,’ Perry said. ‘Not only do we have a world-class health facility here with our hospital, but we also have ARUP, which is a reference laboratory, one of the best in the entire world that is doing all the testing for us. This is the place to be we’re leading the way on a normal day, particularly given the debates.’”
September 30, 2020: Why debates are essential to both political insiders and undecided voters (KSL) “‘There are a couple of outcomes that are good for candidates, and this is what they’ll be trying to do,’ Jason Perry, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, said of the debates, ‘These candidates are trying to solidify their base. It’s one thing for their base to say they’re supportive and this is who their candidate is, but they really need those voters to actually cast a ballot.’”
September 30, 2020: A chance to see candidates for the Utah Board of Education (Salt Lake Tribune) “To help voters and candidates for the state Board of Education better understand each other, the Utah Education Debate Coalition (UEDC) — made up of United Way of Utah, the Hinckley Institute of Politics, the Deseret News, the Sutherland Institute and he Utah Association of Public Charter Schools — stages debates between candidates in the Board of Education. While each member of UEDC cares deeply about the work of the state board, none of our organizations endorses or opposes candidates. This campaign season we will hold three debates, all live streamed on the Hinckley Institute’s YouTube channel and available for viewing afterward. The first was Wednesday. Others are set for Oct. 6 and Oct. 8. Each debate will last one hour, from 7 to 8 p.m.”
September 30, 2020: A vice presidential debate preview: “It’s going to be something to watch” (KSL) “Current Vice President Mike Pence and VP hopeful Kamala Harris will lock horns for the vice presidential debate in Utah. And a political expert from the site of the battle says there may be more interest in this one than the presidential debates. Jason Perry, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, says that’s because of Kamala Harris. ‘I think she’s come off as someone who greater enhances the (Democratic ticket.) People (want to get to) know her as a person and a candidate.’ Perry says for Harris, that is both an opportunity and a position fraught with pressure. ‘That opportunity is to show what kind of direction she might give to (Biden’s administration.)’”
September 23, 2020: Should Utah’s governor issue a mask mandate? Cox, Peterson differ (Deseret News) “The state’s response to the coronavirus pandemic was a focus during an hourlong virtual “Informed Decisions 2020” forum on the governor’s race, featuring separate interviews of Cox and Peterson by Jason Perry, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, that were streamed on YouTube.”
September 22, 2020:What you need to know about the Vice Presidential debate, hosted in Utah (ABC4) “‘It is never too early to educate our youth about democracy and our political process and what better opportunity could there be than a front-row seat to one of the nation’s largest political events. From kindergarteners to college students, it is vital Utah’s students learn about the importance of civic engagement and their right to vote,’ said The Hinckley Institute of Politics Director, Jason Perry.”
September 20, 2020: Sean Reyes has big lead over Greg Skordas in Utah attorney general race (Deseret News) “Democrat Greg Skordas has a lot of ground to cover in a short time to make the race against Republican Utah Attorney General Sean Reyes competitive. A new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll shows Reyes with a commanding lead, though less than half of voters say they would choose him and nearly a quarter remain undecided.”
September 19, 2020:Poll: 51% say it’s safe for children to be back in the classroom (Deseret News) “Plans in place, most Utah schools have been back in session for several weeks, some more than a month. Do Utahns perceive it’s safe for children to be back in classrooms? Just over half of Utahns — 51%— think it is, according to a new Deseret News/University of Utah Hinckley Institute of Politics poll.”
September 18, 2020: Ruth Bader Ginsburg’s death will spark a political fight. Mike Lee, Mitt Romney will likely play prominent roles. (Salt Lake Tribune) “‘A lot of Republicans are going to be in a tough spot,’ said Morgan Lyon Cotti, associate director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. ‘Should they be held to this argument from four years ago? But we know these judges have an impact for generations. Knowing this might be their last chance to nominate and confirm a judge for some years, that might overrule that.’”
September 18, 2020: New poll shows how Utahns plan to vote in race for governor (Deseret News) “Republican Lt. Gov. Spencer Cox continues to hold “a commanding lead” over Democrat Chris Peterson in the race for Utah governor, but nearly a quarter of likely voters are still undecided. That’s according to the results of a new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll released Friday.”
September 18, 2020: Utah topples daily record with 1,117 new COVID-19 cases (Deseret News) “A new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll shows just under one-third of Utahns strongly approve of Herbert’s handling of the COVID-19 pandemic. Meanwhile, 37% somewhat approve, 16% somewhat disapprove, 12% strongly disapprove, and 4% aren’t sure.”
September 17, 2020: Voting by mail? No big deal, Utahns say in new poll (Deseret News) “A new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll found that 75% of likely Utah voters have voted by mail in previous elections, compared to 24% who said they have not. Of those who previously voted by mail, 75% said they believe their vote was counted properly, while only 4% said no, and 21% said they weren’t sure.”
September 17, 2020: Utah Debate Commission poll shows McAdams leading Owens — the only Democratic ray of hope (Salt Lake Tribune) “A new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll conducted Sept. 7-12 and released Monday, for example, showed McAdams up by 4 percentage points, with 45% of the vote compared with 41% for Owens.”
September 16, 2020: Burgess Owens wins GOP primary for 4th Congressional District, AP reports (Deseret News) “President Donald Trump holds a sizable lead over former Vice President Joe Biden in Utah, a Republican-dominated state where most voters believe they’re better off since he was elected but the country is not, according to the latest Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll.”
September 15, 2020: Poll: Only half of Utahns say they’d take FDA-approved COVID-19 vaccine (Deseret News) “Nearly a quarter of Utahns who say they would not take an FDA-approved COVID-19 vaccine if it were available, according to a new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll. And nearly another quarter of Utahns say they don’t know if they’d take it.”
September 15, 2020: ‘Massive undertaking’ underway as Utah’s vice presidential debate draws nearer (The Salt Lake Tribune) “With Utah’s vice presidential debate just over three weeks away, the event’s organizers say they are involved in a ‘massive undertaking’ to get the state ready to take the national stage. Officials continue to work with security professionals, Secret Service members and law enforcement agencies across the Salt Lake Valley and beyond to put together safety protocols for the Oct. 7 event, according to Jason Perry, chairperson of the University of Utah’s Vice President Debate Steering Committee and director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
September 14, 2020: Poll: McAdams holds slight lead over Owens in one of country’s most competitive races (Deseret News) “Utah’s only Democrat in Congress, Rep. Ben McAdams, holds a slight lead over Republican Burgess Owens in one of the nation’s most competitive races, according to a new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll released Monday.”
September 14, 2020: In COVID era, whether ‘likely voters’ will follow through is anyone’s guess (Deseret News) “The Deseret News/Hinckley Institute survey this week is, for the first time in election 2020, based upon likely voters. So, it seems like an appropriate time to comment on the challenges facing pollsters in figuring out who is likely to actually show up and vote.”
September 9, 2020: School Funding Amendment On The Ballot For This November (KUER 90.1) “This November, Utahns will be voting on several amendments to the state constitution, including one about public education funding. Utah is ranked 51st in the nation when it comes to per-pupil spending, but the state also has a large number of school-age children, according to Andrea Brandley, a research associate, with the Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute. She presented the information at a virtual panel held by the Hinckley Institute on Wednesday.”
September 2, 2020:Opposing Arguments (University of Utah Magazine) “For nine decades, Kingsbury Hall has been the University of Utah’s center stage, hosting VIPs such as Eleanor Roosevelt, Gerald Ford, Maya Angelou, and Ta-Nehisi Coates. But on October 7, its curtains will open to its biggest audience ever as the 2020 vice presidential candidates square off in their one and only debate. ‘We predict 100 million people from all over the world to tune in,’ says Jason Perry JD’99, director of the U’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. ‘And hundreds of student volunteers will get experience in the political process that you cannot get any other way.’”
September 2, 2020: USA Today’s Susan Page to moderate Pence-Harris debate at University of Utah (KSL) “Jason Perry, the U. vice president of government relations and Hinckley Institute of Politics director who serves as chairman of the campus’ debate steering committee, praised the selection of Page to moderate what will be the state’s first-ever debate in a presidential race.”
September 2, 2020: USA Today journalist Susan Page will moderate vice presidential debate in Utah (The Salt Lake Tribune) “‘This is an important part of the democratic process, and we are building all of this around the opportunity for students in every major to be involved — from our architecture shop to our music shop,’ said Jason Perry, chairman of the U.’s Vice President Debate Steering Committee and director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
September 2, 2020: Hinckley Institute encourages student engagement in politics (UtahPolicy) “TurboVote was created to help students vote, no matter what. Sign up to receive election reminders, get registered to vote, & apply for your absentee ballot! The deadline to register in Utah is October 23rd, so make sure you're signed up today. At the University of Utah, the Hinckley Institute has partnered with the Andrew Goodman Foundation and the PAC-12 Voting Challenge to make sure all students get the chance to participate.”
September 1, 2020: Will there be a post-convention bounce for GOP congressional candidate Burgess Owens? (KSL) “‘He was really playing to that national stage, the people he’s going to need to help fund his campaign,’ said Jason Perry, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. ‘The people who are watching are the national people, the people who will bring money to a race like this. The 4th District is highly competitive.’”
August 27, 2020: Burgess Owens touts Trump’s record on race in speech at the Republican National Convention (The Salt Lake Tribune) “Utah’s 4th Congressional District race between Owens and McAdams is expected to be among the most competitive in the nation. Handicappers at the Cook Political Report say the race between them is a toss up, and recent polling from the Deseret News and the Hinckley Institute of Politics have indicated it would be a close race.”
August 23, 2020: RNC speaking slot ‘dream come true,’ congressional candidate Burgess Owens says (Deseret News) “A recent Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll showed Owens and McAdams tied, each with the support of 35% of Utah voters and a significant chunk still undecided.”
August 21, 2020: A look back at the DNC and look ahead to the RNC (ABC4) “Associate Director, Morgan Lyon Cotti from the Hinckley Institute of Politics joined Good Morning Utah to talk about those messages and looks ahead to the Republican National Convention.”
August 21, 2020: Four U Presidential Scholars Named (@TheU) “As the academic advisor to the Hinckley Institute of Politics, Curry hopes to inspire others to study Congress and Washington politics.”
August 18, 2020: Is ranked-choice voting the answer to plurality? (Deseret News) “[Hatch] cited the latest Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll, which found 49% of registered Utah voters backed runoff elections.”
August 17, 2020: Add Kanye West to list of presidential candidates on Utah ballot (Deseret News) “While Utahns may be willing to consider presidential alternatives, West’s celebrity alone isn’t likely to be enough to draw many voters, said Jason Perry, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. He said many Utahns felt a connection to McMulllin, a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. ‘Kanye West is not the same as one of those typical third-party candidates who may capture the vote against the other candidates,’ Perry said. ‘I think he will get some small segment of the Utah population that may like the novelty of this opportunity, but I do not think it will impact this race to any substantial degree.’”
August 17, 2020: Utah 4th Congressional District race now a toss-up, according to new national rating (Deseret News) “The latest Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll showed McAdams and Owens tied at 35% each, with nearly a quarter, 24%, of the registered voters surveyed July 27-Aug. 1 still undecided.”
August 15, 2020: Democrats make their pitch for Latter-day Saint votes in a week marked by strong appeals from both parties (Deseret News) “Still, others, some of whom did not vote for Trump in 2016, say he has won their vote this year. In Utah, the Deseret News/Hinckley Institute poll taken at the end of July showed that 55% of respondents said they approve of the president’s job performance, while 42% disapprove.”
August 11, 2020: Biden’s VP pick is ‘going to appeal to a lot of Utahns’ (Deseret News) “Jason Perry, U. vice president of government relations and chairman of the campus’ debate steering committee, said Biden’s choice of Harris heightens expectations for the sole vice presidential debate, a 90-minute event on Oct. 7 expected to be viewed by 100 million people worldwide. ‘The biggest and perhaps most important campaign question for Joe Biden has been answered with the selection of Kamala Harris as his running mate,’ said Perry, who is also director of the U.’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. ‘Sen. Harris will energize the Democratic Party, and since the University of Utah will host the only vice presidential debate, this will be the debate to watch. The eyes of the world will be on the state of Utah for this historic event.’”
August 11, 2020: 100 million sets of eyes will be on Utah as Pence, Harris compete in the only VP debate (KJZZ) “Kamala Harris, presumptive Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden's newly-announced VP pick, will be in Utah eight weeks from now. She'll take part in the only vice presidential debate, happening on the University of Utah campus in Salt Lake City. ‘This is the debate everyone wants to watch,’ said Jason Perry with the U's Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
August 10, 2020: Another push for governor? Social media post renews Huntsman write-in candidacy (ABC4) “Morgan Lyon Cotti, Associate Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, provided insight on the topic to ABC4 News. ‘He’s come out and said he won’t do it, but then we see these really cryptic social media posts from members of his family or members of his team, so everybody is wondering what is going to happen. We don’t have that much time left before the election,” explained Cotti. ‘The clock is ticking.’”
August 10, 2020: Should there be a runoff if no candidate wins a majority? 49% of Utah voters say yes in new poll (Deseret News) “Nearly half of Utah voters want the law changed so runoff elections can be held in races where no candidate receives a majority, as happened when Lt. Gov. Spencer Cox won the state’s June 30 Republican gubernatorial primary with just over 36% of the vote, a new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll found. Hinckley Institute Director Jason Perry said voters ‘want the voice of the people, the majority of the people’ to determine the winner of an election. But in the case of the GOP gubernatorial primary, nearly two-thirds of the voters chose a candidate other than Cox. ‘That’s what this questions gets to,’ Perry said. ‘That is a new issue in our current political system and a byproduct of having multiple avenues to the ballot. That’s why you see 49%, nearly half of Utahns, saying they would like to have some type of runoff.’”
August 9, 2020: Sean Reyes leads Greg Skordas but many undecided in Utah A.G. race, poll shows (Deseret News) “‘That’s a high percentage of voters who are not sure for an incumbent. But it says more about the office itself at this point than it says about the candidates,” said Jason Perry, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute. “These are two candidates that are very qualified.’”
August 8, 2020: Poll: 41% of Utahns already comfortable without mask in public (Deseret News) “A high percentage of Utahns feel comfortable going into public without masks amid the pandemic, according to a new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll. The Deseret News/Hinckley Institute poll found that 43% of Utahns believe the governor should require everyone to wear a mask in public at all times amid the COVID-19 pandemic. That’s compared to 36% who believe individuals should decide for themselves whether to wear masks, and 18% who said they believe that decision should be made by local governments.”
August 7, 2020: Poll: Spencer Cox has ‘big lead’ over Chris Peterson in Utah governor race (Deseret News) “Nearly half of Utah voters back GOP Lt. Gov. Spencer Cox in the race for governor, while 17% support Democrat Chris Peterson, according to the latest Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll that also found 29% are still undecided. Jason Perry, Hinckley Institute director, said the race is looking good for Cox. ‘Spencer Cox is in a great position going into November. This is a big lead for where we are in the election cycle,” said Perry, who has held key posts under two GOP governors. “I think it may narrow somewhat but this is historically a race that goes to the Republican in Utah.’”
August 6, 2020: Donald Trump holding on to lead over Joe Biden in Utah (Deseret News) “President Donald Trump may be trailing former Vice President Joe Biden nationally, but he’s holding onto his lead in Utah over the Democratic challenger, according to a new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute poll. ‘The reality is, Utahns are not unsure of how they feel about President Trump,’Hinckley Institute Director Jason Perry said, pointing out the president has been able to maintain a core of support since the beginning of the year, with his approval ratings hitting a high of 57% in March and April before dipping to a low of 52% in May.”
August 6, 2020: McAdams-Owens congressional race all tied up, Deseret News/Hinckley poll finds (Deseret News) “President Donald Trump may be trailing former Vice President Joe Biden nationally, but he’s holding onto his lead in Utah over the Democratic challenger, according to a new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute poll. ‘The reality is, Utahns are not unsure of how they feel about President Trump,’ Hinckley Institute Director Jason Perry said, pointing out the president has been able to maintain a core of support since the beginning of the year, with his approval ratings hitting a high of 57% in March and April before dipping to a low of 52% in May.”
August 5, 2020: Poll finds 43% of Utahns want Herbert to issue statewide mask mandate (Deseret News) “A new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll shows that a significant percentage of Utahns believe Gov. Gary Herbert should issue a statewide mask mandate — something he’s been reluctant to do. ‘That is a pretty significant number — higher than you might think when you think about just how political the question is,’ said Jason Perry, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, noting there is ‘not great support’ to the local government approach.”
August 4, 2020: School or no school? Masks or no masks? Where Utahns stand on school this fall (Deseret News) “A new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll found 54% of Utahns intend to have their children in school when the bells start ringing later this month. Another 23% will have them participate remotely via technology, while 9% will teach them at home and 14% aren’t sure what they’re going to do.”
August 3, 2020: McAdams-Owens congressional race all tied up, Deseret News/Hinckley poll finds (Deseret News) “A new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll released Monday shows a tie in the 4th Congressional District race between Utah’s only Democrat in Congress, Rep. Ben McAdams, and Republican challenger Burgess Owens. Hinckley Institute of Politics Director Jason Perry said the poll results show why this is the race to watch in Utah. ‘This is a very competitive district historically and it’s become even more so now,’ Perry said, with the winner determined by who can secure support from moderate Republicans and independent voters. ‘It comes down to which candidate can find a strong tailwind going into the November election.’”
July 28, 2020: University of Utah hasn’t even considered canceling vice presidential debate (Deseret News) “We are 100% moving forward for this debate on Oct. 7,” [Perry] said Tuesday. “We’re going to have 100 million people watching this event and showcasing the state of Utah and what’s happening here, and also what’s happening with our students from every university in the state of Utah. That’s something we see as very valuable.”
July 24, 2020: Will Utah governor’s race start heating up soon? (Deseret News) “Jason Perry, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, said because Utahns are worried about more than politics right now, the best course for Cox may be to stay off the campaign trail until Labor Day and be seen instead as focusing on the state’s COVID-19 response. ‘That is really going to be the biggest factor for him, the success there,’ said Perry, who held key posts in the administrations of Herbert and former Gov. Jon Huntsman Jr. ‘He sees that, which is why it’s campaigning more in terms of leadership than campaigning in terms of shaking hands.’ Perry said voters facing the ‘most serious of circumstances’ are weighing their political choices differently.”
July 22, 2020: Salt Lake City’s VP debate will have a live audience (KSL) “‘Safety has been a primary concern for us as we have been planning this event,’ said Jason Perry, U. vice president of government relations and chairman of the campus’ debate steering committee. ‘This is a monumental effort from many, many people to make sure we can pull this off successfully.’ Perry, who is also director of the U.’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, said masks are expected to be worn and social distancing maintained within the secured area of the campus, but added, plans are ‘changing as circumstances change around us.’”
July 22, 2020: Vice presidential debate to be held with audience in Utah (The Washington Post) “A vice presidential debate will be held with an audience at the University of Utah in October, though it will be significantly smaller to accommodate social distancing amid a surge of coronavirus cases in Utah and elsewhere, officials said Wednesday. ‘We will not have a lot of students on campus,’ said Jason Perry, with the university’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
July 22, 2020: The vice presidential debate in Utah will go on but feature a smaller crowd (The Salt Lake Tribune) “Jason Perry, chairman of the U.’s Vice President Debate Steering Committee and director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, said one of the most important elements of the debate will be student involvement, ‘even if it’s remotely.’ ‘This is an important part of the democratic process, and we are building all of this around the opportunity for students in every major to be involved — from our architecture shop to our music shop,’ he said. ‘And our faculty are putting together programs and curriculum to help talk about these issues, the things that are going to come up, from civic dialogue to all the other aspects of having a debate.’”
July 17, 2020: Mail-in primary election in Utah is one for the books (KSL) “More than half a million voters in Utah mailed in their votes in the June 30 primary election. Justin Lee, state director of elections at the Lieutenant Governor’s Office, joined guest hosts Jason Perry and Morgan Lyon Cotti on Live Mic to discuss the Republican primary election for governor.”
July 11, 2020: Could Jon Huntsman Jr. become a write-in candidate for governor? (Deseret News) “Jason Perry, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and a former economic development official in the Huntsman administration, said while some Huntsman supporters may be looking for options, a write-in candidacy ‘has not historically been a very successful option in the state.’ ‘Huntsman is not behind this effort so it would be misplaced to say that it’s sour grapes for him,” he said. ‘To do so would require a candidate who is motivated to be part of the write-in effort and it would require an amazing amount of effort and money to make that happen. And there are so many unknowns between now and November.’”
July 8, 2020: Discussing the primary election results with The Hinckley Institute of Politics (ABC4) “The results for the primary election are still coming in but some of the key races, like the Republican pick for Governor have already been decided. Morgan Lyon Cotti from The Hinckley Institute of Politics joined Good Morning Utah to talk about that race and others from the primary election.”
July 8, 2020: Campaigning during coronavirus, GOP ex-envoy falls short (The Salt Lake Tribune) “Meanwhile, there were two other candidates in the race, and vocal Trump supporter Greg Hughes likely siphoned off votes from both front-runners by railing against coronavirus-related business shutdowns, said Jason Perry director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah.”
July 8, 2020: Huntsman supporters explore write-in candidacy for November (ABC4) “‘It’s one of the most difficult things to do in politics. They still have some time, the deadline isn’t until later in the summer to have this be an option for the Fall,’ said Morgan Lyon Cotti, with the Hinckley Institute of Politics. ‘But for the voter, it means that they have to skip over the names of the candidates that are listed on their ballot and physically write in the name of the person that they want to be running,’ added Lyon Cotti.”
July 7, 2020: Campaigning during coronavirus, GOP ex-envoy falls short (The Associated Press) “Meanwhile, there were two other candidates in the race, and vocal Trump supporter Greg Hughes likely siphoned off votes from both front-runners by railing against coronavirus-related business shutdowns, said Jason Perry director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah.”
July 7, 2020: What went wrong with former Gov. Jon Huntsman Jr.’s third run for Utah governor? (Deseret News) “Anderson also pointed to a Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll in April that found voters trusted Huntsman the most among the gubernatorial candidates to lead the state in a crisis, even though Cox headed up the state’s task force on dealing with the outbreak. The ‘big questions’ voters had for Huntsman — why was he running again and, perhaps more importantly, would he leave office a second time — needed to be answered face-to-face, said Jason Perry, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and a former Huntsman administration official.”
July 5, 2020: Each of Utah’s Republican candidates for governor won — and lost — these counties (The Salt Lake Tribune) “Morgan Lyon Cotti, a University of Utah political science professor and associate director at the Hinckley Institute of Politics, noted that Huntsman’s 17,000-vote lead in Salt Lake County roughly canceled out Cox’s 17,000-vote edge in Utah County. ‘So even though all of the other counties are going to be smaller,’ she said, ‘you still have to have that statewide strategy.’”
July 2, 2020: Latest election results show possible GOP Gubernatorial winner (FOX13) “‘Today the State of Utah took a substantial step forward in who the next governor is going to be,’ said Hinckley Institute of Politics Director at the University of Utah Jason Perry. ‘Spencer Cox had a really great day. He was able to keep his lead. The options and the math has become much clearer,’ Perry said. ‘We are going to see in the remaining days whether or not there is a path for victory for Jon Huntsman. It’s a lot less likely after today.’”
July 2, 2020: Latest election results show possible GOP Gubernatorial winner (FOX13) “‘Today the State of Utah took a substantial step forward in who the next governor is going to be,’ said Hinckley Institute of Politics Director at the University of Utah Jason Perry. While the race is still too close to call, Perry tells FOX13 News Huntsman needs to cover a lot of ground if he wants to win.”
July 1, 2020: Burgess Owens wins GOP primary for 4th Congressional District, AP reports (KSL) “Ahead of the primary, pundits have had a tough time predicting the winner with no contenders surfacing as a ‘clear standout,’ as Jason Perry, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, said in an interview with the Deseret News earlier in June. An April Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll found that voters in the 4th District, which includes parts of Salt Lake and Utah counties, were split over reelecting McAdams, but more than two-thirds were undecided about which of the then-seven Republicans in the race they supported.”
July 1, 2020: Discussing early election results with the Hinckley Institute of Politics (ABC4) “The ballots are in but it could take weeks before they are all counted because of precautionary measures for COVID-19. Jason Perry, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, joined Good Morning Utah to talk about the early results and what they could mean for the candidates.”
July 1, 2020: Huntsman could win, but Cox has a strong advantage (FOX13) “Huntsman and Cox are the clear leaders in the race to replace Herbert, who is not seeking reelection. Burningham and Hughes were tied for a distant third in the most recent Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll.”
June 30, 2020: Burgess Owens declared the winner in Utah’s 4th District Republican primary (The Salt Lake Tribune) “‘Two years ago, McAdams was the successful challenger in a bruising election in what has turned out to be the most competitive district in the country,’ said Jason Perry, the head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. ‘He enters this current race as an incumbent with significant name recognition and fundraising ability.’”
June 30, 2020: Here’s why official Primary Election results could take up to 3 weeks (ABC4) “Election officials tell ABC4 News that more than 400,000 ballots have been turned in for the election so far, and Jason Perry, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, says that alone shows big participation for a primary. ‘That is already more than any ballot than we've cast in either the 2018 or the 2016 election,’ said Perry. ‘You start looking at the issues that Utahns care about, like COVID-19, the economy, the protests happening in the state, people are engaged like we have not seen in a very long time and it’s resulting in participation at the ballot box.’”
June 30, 2020: Burgess Owens wins GOP primary for 4th Congressional District, AP reports (KSL) “Ahead of the primary, pundits have had a tough time predicting the winner with no contenders surfacing as a ‘clear standout,’ as Jason Perry, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, said in an interview with the Deseret News earlier in June. An April Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll found that voters in the 4th District, which includes parts of Salt Lake and Utah counties, were split over reelecting McAdams, but more than two-thirds were undecided about which of the then-seven Republicans in the race they supported.”
June 28, 2020: How the primary races are shaping up heading into election day (ABC4) “Campaigns are pulling out all the stops with election day just two days away. The race getting the most attention is the Republican primary for governor. Voters will also decide the party nominee in some congressional races. Jason Perry with the Hinckley Institute of Politics joins us this week on Inside Utah Politics to break down the latest trends in the big races.”
June 27, 2020: Who will capture the GOP nomination for Utah governor? Here's what the polls have said (KSL) “Jason Perry is the director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah. The institute conducted polling about the governor's race in conjunction with the Deseret News. ‘Polling is an art form,’ Perry said. ‘To do it effectively requires a lot of time. It requires a lot of effort and a lot of thought, because you want to make sure you are polling the people in the state who are going to be voting.’ He also said the questions in a poll undergo thorough vetting to make sure they're not leading or vague. Perry said the most important thing to remember when reading a poll is that it represents ‘just a snapshot in a moment in time.’”
June 24, 2020: Big spending reported in Utah’s GOP gubernatorial primary (Deseret News) “Herbert, who served as Huntsman’s lieutenant governor, is not seeking reelection after more than a decade in office and has endorsed Cox. The most recent Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll showed Cox pulling ahead of Huntsman, followed by Hughes with Wright trailing.”
June 24, 2020: Democrats, Unaffiliated Voters Register As Republicans Ahead Of Primary (UPR) ‘“But this is a big number this year, more than we’ve seen in the past. And certainly enough to influence this primary,’ said Jason Perry, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah. ‘It would be a mistake for people to think that this was, for example, Democrats just trying to take down who they think the strongest opponent is. That is not the case in Utah for this particular primary,’ said Perry.”
June 23, 2020: The Hinckley Institute of Politics weighs in on the GOP primary (KSL) “With less than a week to go until the primary elections in Utah, the Hinckley Institute of Politics is weighing in on some of the most important races that will be decided June 30th. Morgan Lyon Cotti joined Good Morning Utah to talk about the governor’s race and more in a live interview.”
June 22, 2020: What’s driving the surge of COVID-19 cases in Utah? (Deseret News) “‘There are, of course, politics at play in how the state is responding to this pandemic. Many elected officials have approached the public with a plan going forward. There were moments when it looked like that plan was doing well, but the problem with that approach is that when things turn, and they have, elected officials need to be careful when they take credit on the way up because they don’t want the blame when it goes back down,’ said Jason Perry, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
June 18, 2020: 4th Congressional District GOP primary ‘overshadowed’ by events (Deseret News) “‘A lot of people have been more worried about things closer to home,’ said Jason Perry, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, and what time they make for politics is largely for a race that may end up being decided in the primary, given that Utah hasn’t elected a Democratic governor in 40 years. ‘Historically, the Republican nominee for governor is likely to be the next governor for the state of Utah. There’s still a race to be had there without question, but that is the tradition,’ Perry said, so voters aren’t likely to shift their focus to the 4th District race until after the primary.”
June 18, 2020: County clerks address vote-by-mail stigmas, strengths ahead of Utah's primary (KSL) “On Wednesday, elections officials from Wasatch Front counties gathered in a virtual forum, hosted by the Hinckley Institute of Politics, to discuss mail-in voting and voters' concerns. How can officials ensure that noncitizens don't get a ballot? That no one votes twice? That voters' privacy is protected?”
June 10, 2020: Spencer Cox, Jon Huntsman locked in tight battle as Utah’s Republican primary election nears, new Tribune poll finds (The Salt Lake Tribune) “The findings largely match the results of other recent polls, although the surveys conducted by Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics and UtahPolicy.com/KUTV had Cox with a bigger lead over Huntsman and Hughes gaining more ground on both of them.”
June 8, 2020: Mail-in ballots should be showing up this week, experts expect big turnout (KSL) “The pandemic and Utah’s law allowing for mail-in ballots are leading experts to think that the Beehive State could see quite a turnout for this year’s election. Jason Perry, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, says it’s the perfect storm. ‘Because it’s easy, because it’s there, [and] people are sitting right there with the ballots in front of them,’ he said.”
June 7, 2020: Poll: Utahns down on Trump, federal response to pandemic, up on state reaction (Deseret News) “And a new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll shows only half approve of President Donald Trump’s performance regarding the outbreak that has claimed more than 110,000 lives in the U.S. ‘A majority of Utahns clearly believe that government acted too late and they left it in the hands of the state of Utah and they believe Utah is doing it right,’ said Jason Perry, director of the Hinckley Institute at the University of Utah. ‘That is a consistent message from the state of Utah,’ he said. ‘They want to be able to handle the problems in their own way and they believe our elected officials have approached this in the right way.’”
June 4, 2020: Mask or no mask? New poll shows how split Utahns are over face coverings (Deseret News) “A new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics survey asked Utahns how long it would be before they would be comfortable going out in public without wearing a mask.”
June 3, 2020: Poll: How comfortable are Utahns going back to church, school and sporting events? (Deseret News) “A new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll found that 52% of Utahns are comfortable with attending church services if appropriate social distance protocols are in place, while 46% are uncomfortable about going to church.”
June 2, 2020: Poll: Trump’s job approval rating dips in Utah (Deseret News) “Hinckley Institute Director Jason Perry said Utahns have been busy sorting out their own feelings toward the situation, especially after Saturday’s protest in downtown Salt Lake City where two cars were burned and both public and private property was vandalized. ‘There will be Utahns who disapprove of the president’s actions but mostly they’re going to be focused on how our local leaders have approached these protests,’ Perry said. ‘Utahns over the last couple of days have had a chance to look at their own thoughts and feelings about the protests.’ He said Utahns have come to the conclusion they want ‘compassion. They’ve been wanting people to be thoughtful about their approach, and this to be one of the opportunities where we embrace each other. ... It’s a much more supportive approach.’”
June 1, 2020: Poll: Cox moves ahead of Huntsman; Hughes surges in tight GOP governor race (Deseret News) “Lt. Gov. Spencer Cox has pulled ahead of former Gov. Jon Huntsman Jr. in the latest Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll as Republican voters will cast ballots this month in the race for Utah governor. Huntsman owned a slim edge over Cox in previous Deseret News/Hinckley Institute polls. That endorsement is among several factors that bumped Cox into the lead, said Jason Perry, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah. Utahns generally feel Herbert has done a good job in dealing with the coronavirus pandemic, and Cox has been the mouthpiece on the state’s response and how it emerges from the crisis, he said.”
May 21, 2020: Gov. Herbert formally endorses Lt. Gov. Spencer Cox in governor’s race (Deseret News) “Cox and Huntsman, who are joined on the primary ballot by former Utah House Speaker Greg Hughes and former Utah GOP Chairman Thomas Wright, have led through the race in polling, including a Deseret News/Hinckley Institute poll last month, before party delegates narrowed the field.”
May 17, 2020: Communications and Political Science Student Wins Prestigious Truman Scholarship (The Daily Utah Chronicle) “Gina Shipley, Managing Director of National Internships & Development Officer at the Hinckley Institute of Politics, and other Hinckley Institute faculty members provide one-on-one assistance to students who have applied for the scholarship. Since 2007, the U has had nine students receive the scholarship. Shipley said the U is one of few universities who continues to have an award winner, and she believes it’s because of the opportunities the Hinckley Institute provides. ‘[The Truman Foundation] is looking for leadership and public service,’ Shipley said, ‘That’s really our mission, providing students internships and leadership experience. The internships really provide that depth of knowledge and skills and shows the [Truman Foundation] committee that the student is truly committed.’”
May 4, 2020: How do Utahns rate Mitt Romney, Mike Lee job performance amid pandemic? (Deseret News) “Sen. Mitt Romney continues to see a job approval rating above 50%, while Sen. Mike Lee still languishes below that mark, according to the latest Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll. ‘Leading during a pandemic is immensely difficult, particularly when there is so much uncertainty about how actions taken now may impact outcomes in the future,’ said Jason Perry, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah. ‘For now, it appears our local and federal elected officials have found a balance of public trust that is keeping their polling numbers relatively stable.’”
May 3, 2020: Utah residents split on how prepared they felt for the Magna earthquake (Deseret News) “The poll of 964 registered Utah voters taken by the Scott Rasmussen firm on behalf Deseret News and the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute shows 45% of respondents felt they were prepared, 46% felt they weren’t and 9% remain unsure.”
April 30, 2020: Poll: 62% of Utahns approve of Gov. Gary Herbert’s handling of the coronavirus; 47% approve of President Trump’s (The Salt Lake Tribune) “‘Local control is a hallmark of American politics and the reality is that people trust their local elected officials because each state has unique issues and challenges that many do not think can be properly addressed in Washington,’ says Jason Perry, the director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.‘Governor Herbert received high marks from Utahns because he approached the pandemic with a local lens,’ Perry added. ‘The directives he implemented were perceived by many as necessary to help Utahns protect Utahns.’”
April 28, 2020: Poll: Donald Trump’s lead over Joe Biden holds steady in Utah (Deseret News) “Jason Perry, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, said the poll results show that Utahns not only approve of how the president is handling the COVID-19 outbreak, they see him as best-equipped to handle the economic fallout from the deadly virus. ‘For right now, he is still owning the economic argument, that he is the one who is going to be able to bring the United States out of the economic state that it’s in right now,’ Perry said. ‘It looks like he is poised still to win reelection in Utah. ... The reality is that people do tend to vote with the 401(k)s and their wallets.’”
April 28, 2020: Federal court ruling could put GOP gubernatorial candidate Jan Garbett on primary ballot (Deseret News) “Garbett was the pick of just 1% of registered Utah voters polled recently for the Deseret News and the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
April 27, 2020: Jeff Burningham suspends signature gathering in governor race, citing coronavirus (The Salt Lake Tribune) “The latest polling on this year’s gubernatorial race shows Huntsman in the lead among the gubernatorial hopefuls, with 32% of 312 likely Utah voters in the June primary election saying they would cast their ballot for the former Utah governor. Cox trailed behind him with 20%, while all the rest of the candidates received less than 10% of the vote. That Deseret News and Hinckley Institute of Politics poll, conducted from Feb. 24 to March 1 had a margin of error of plus or minus 5.5 percentage points.”
April 24, 2020: Poll: Utahns split over McAdams’ reelection, but 2/3 unsure about Republican pick (Deseret News) “‘The race is wide open on the Republican side,’ said Jason Perry, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, since the effects of the stay-at-home orders to prevent the spread of the virus have kept many voters from focusing on what traditionally is one of the state’s most competitive races. ‘People will have an opportunity to really start paying attention to who these candidates are. But when there are so many of them and people are worried about other things right now, it makes sense people that you have a lot of people who just don’t know,’ he said. ‘They will know, and they will make up their minds.’”
April 23, 2020: How do Utahns plan to spend their coronavirus stimulus checks? New poll has answers (Deseret News) “A new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics polls show that 16% of Utahns will put their small slice of the $2.2 trillion coronavirus relief package into savings. Those numbers show a slight shift but are similar to the results of a Deseret News/Hinckley Institute poll in March, with one exception. Utahns who say the government overreacted and put too many restrictions in place doubled from 6% to 12% over the past month.”
April 22, 2020: Huntsman, Cox continue to lead in tight GOP governor’s race (Deseret News) “Utahns would most trust former Gov. Jon Huntsman Jr. to lead the state in a time of crisis, according to a new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute poll that also found Huntsman and Lt. Gov. Spencer Cox continue to lead among Republican voters in a tight GOP race for governor. Jason Perry, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, said the pandemic is what’s on voters’ minds now. ‘People care about who their next governor is but that is taking a back seat to the items that people are most concerned about right now, which is their jobs and their families and their ability to provide and when their kids can get back to school,’ Perry said.”
April 14, 2020: Trial by fire: Coronavirus, earthquake test Mendenhall in her first 100 days as mayor (Deseret News) “‘No elected official wants to deal with two emergencies — an earthquake and a pandemic — in their first 100 days, two really difficult things to go through and to see your citizens and residents go through,’ said Morgan Lyon Cotti, associate director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. ‘Elected leaders usually get too much credit and too much blame for whatever major events are going on.’ But the time of crisis also gives the new mayor an opportunity to shine, Cotti said. ‘It’s often in times of crisis that we truly see what type of leader a person is, and we can see how people can rise to the challenge and how others cannot,’ Cotti said.”
April 5, 2020: Some criticize President Trump’s COVID-19 efforts, but not these Americans (Deseret News) “In Utah, 58% of registered voters approve of Trump’s handling of the pandemic, compared to 38% who disapprove, according to a new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll. A partisan divide also exists in Utah, according to the Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll. As Dennis Romboy reported, 79% of Utah Republicans approve of the president’s management of the pandemic, compared to 20% of Democrats.”
April 4, 2020: COVID-19 is Changing On-Campus Efforts to Promote the 2020 Census (Daily Utah Chronicle) “ASUU and the Hinckley Institute are collaborating to encourage all students to fill out the census. Morgan Lyon Cotti, associate director of the Hinckley Institute, was working with ASUU on the census efforts on campus. In an email, she said, ‘Much of census outreach the University of Utah had planned has now been changed, but we are still working to promote the census through class outreach, digital advertising, social media and any other resources at our disposal.’”
April 2, 2020: Poll: Huntsman, Cox statistically tied in Utah GOP gubernatorial primary (The Hill) “Former Utah Gov. Jon Huntsman (R) and Lt. Gov. Spencer Cox (R) are running neck and neck in the state's Republican gubernatorial primary, according to a new Deseret News-Hinckley Institute of Politics poll. Hinckley Institute Director Jason Perry said the coronavirus pandemic could in part be responsible for the “flattening” of the figures in the gubernatorial race.”
April 2, 2020: Trump, Herbert job approval rises among Utahns as nation grapples with pandemic (Deseret News) “A new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll shows Gov. Gary Herbert’s approval rating is up 10 points since January. Also, Sen. Mike Lee remains at just under 50% job approval, while Sen. Mitt Romney’s rating climbed a little, and he still has more Democrats than Republicans in Utah who like what he’s doing.”
April 1, 2020: Poll: Huntsman, Cox still lead Utah’s governor race, but 1/3 are undecided (Deseret News) “The same two gubernatorial candidates — former Gov. Jon Huntsman Jr. and Lt. Gov. Spencer Cox — remain the front-runners in the crowded Republican field, but even more voters are undecided, according to a new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll. Hinckley Institute Director Jason Perry said the deadly virus is having a big impact on the state’s most competitive race.”
April 1, 2020: Poll: Utahns weigh in on how COVID-19 is affecting them (KSL) “New data from the Deseret News and The Hinckley Institute shows how concerned Utahns are about coronavirus. A new poll shows the vast majority of Utahns surveyed are either “very concerned” or “somewhat concerned” about the spread of coronavirus in Utah. Voters voiced their concerns about the damage it will cause.”
March 31, 2020: How is coronavirus pandemic affecting Utahns? New poll has some answers (Deseret News) “Nearly three-fourths of Utahns say they were unable to buy the groceries or supplies they sought because of the coronavirus outbreak. And nearly half have stood in line to buy groceries, a new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll shows.”
March 30, 2020: Poll: Utahns approve of how Trump, state responded to coronavirus outbreak (Deseret News) “But in somewhat of a disconnect, nearly half say the federal government acted too late and didn’t do enough to slow the spread of the deadly infection, according to a new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll.”
March 13, 2020: Jeff Burningham suspends signature gathering in governor race, citing coronavirus (KSL) “Huntsman and Cox are the clear leaders in the race to replace Herbert, who is not seeking reelection. Burningham and Hughes were tied for a distant third in the most recent Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll.”
March 11, 2020: Democrats view Mitt Romney more favorably than Republicans, national poll shows (Deseret News) “Recent Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics polls found that already to be the case among Utah Democrats and Republicans. In Utah, voters’ reaction to Romney’s decision was 49% positive compared to 40% negative, with 11% not sure, according to a Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll. Another Deseret News/Hinckley Institute poll released last week also found Romney’s approval rating higher among Democrats than among Republicans. In that survey, 61% of Democrats approve of his job performance compared to 48% of Republicans.”
March 10, 2020: Poll: 1 in 4 Utahns impacted by drug costs (Deseret News) “The Finches’ struggle to afford essential prescription drugs and supplies isn’t unique. Nearly 1 in 4 Utahns believe prescription drug prices largely impact their lives, according to a new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll.”
March 6, 2020: Jon Huntsman, Spencer Cox leading GOP field in Utah governor’s race (Deseret News) “Huntsman continues to be the front-runner with 32% of Utahns saying they would vote for him in the GOP primary election in June, the Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll shows.”
March 5, 2020: Lawmakers tackling tax reform after all this session, considering income tax cut (Deseret News) “But a new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll found that only 10% of Utahns want to see surplus state income tax revenues used for a tax cut, while 41% say the best use of the funds is teacher pay raises or bonuses; 19%, hiring more teachers to reduce class sizes; 12% increasing per-pupil spending; 7%, classroom supplies; 3%, extracurricular activities; and 7% weren’t sure.”
March 5, 2020: Trump rates higher among Utahns than their own congressional leaders, poll says (Deseret News) “A new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll asks voters in each of Utah’s four congressional districts to rate Trump’s job performance and that of its representative. The impeachment proceedings and Super Tuesday combined with the lack of other options has consolidated Utahns behind Trump, said Jason Perry, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
March 4, 2020: Super Tuesday watch party at the U (ABC4) “Young voters gathered at the University of Utah for a Super Tuesday watch party. Voters came to the Hinckley Institute of Politics to hear from political experts about Super Tuesday and how candidates are shaping up in Utah.”
March 4, 2020: Bernie Sanders or Joe Biden? Utah still picks Trump (Deseret News) “Bernie Sanders and Joe Biden inched up in head-to-head matchups with Trump, whose approval rating in Utah also rose slightly, according to a new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll. Both Sanders and Biden had 31% against Trump in the Deseret News/Hinckley Institute survey from a month ago.”
March 3, 2020: What Utah's History Tells Us About Why Its Democrats Are So Progressive (KUER) “Utahns gather in the Hinckley Institute of Politics on University of Utah’s Salt Lake City campus to watch election results as 13 states count votes in a presidential primary election Tuesday, March 3, 2020.”
March 3, 2020: U of U students attend primary watch party (FOX13) “Dozens of students and faculty gathered at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics to watch the results of Super Tuesday.”
March 3, 2020: Utah called for Bernie Sanders in state’s first Super Tuesday primary (Deseret News) “At the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, dozens of excited students packed a room laden with TV screens and projectors to eat pizza and watch election results.”
March 3, 2020: At watch party, young Utah Democrats say their vote counted this year — and largely for Bernie (KSL) “At a Hinckley Institute of Politics Super Tuesday event, some young voters told KSL NewsRadio's Paul Nelson they were surprised by the primary results and the rapidly shifting field. ‘I wish I just could have voted with all of the information,’ said Morgan Lyon Cotti. ‘I didn't think we'd see so many things shift with the election just a day, half a day, two days before the election.’”
March 2, 2020: Why do Utah’s delegates matter on Super Tuesday? (ABC4) “‘Utah is not the biggest prize these candidates are going after, but it’s telling about their staying power, and how they appeal to this particular demographic of this state,’ said Jason Perry, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
March 2, 2020: ‘Let us transform this country,’ Bernie Sanders tells Utah crowd (Deseret News) “Sanders is at the top of a new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll, with 28% of likely voters in Utah’s Super Tuesday Democratic primary naming him as the candidate they’re voting for in the largely by-mail primary that has been underway for weeks.”
March 2, 2020: Race shifts again after Klobuchar, Buttigieg endorse Biden (Deseret News) “Sanders also made a campaign stop in Salt Lake City on Monday — attracting a crowd of several thousand supporters to the Utah State Fairpark despite the cold — and leads in a new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll with the support of 28% of likely voters. ”
March 2, 2020: Democratic Presidential Candidates Stop In Utah Ahead Of Super Tuesday (KSL) “The latest poll from Deseret News and The Hinckley Institute of Politics shows Sanders leading all the other candidates among likely voters in Utah.”
March 1, 2020: Pete Buttigieg ends historic presidential campaign, urges unity (The Salt Lake Tribune) “But recent polls showed Buttigieg trailing far behind front-runner Bernie Sanders in Utah. FiveThirtyEight predicted Buttigieg had just a 1% chance of winning Utah’s Super Tuesday contest while a Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll showed 18% support for Buttigieg.”
March 1, 2020: Pete Buttigieg’s decision to step down could reshape Utah’s Super Tuesday primary (Deseret News) “A Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll released Thursday showed Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders is poised to win Utah’s Democratic primary election Tuesday, but the more than $3 million spent in the state by billionaire and former New York Mayor Mike Bloomberg has helped propel him to second place.”
February 28, 2020: Democratic presidential candidate Amy Klobuchar coming to Utah (Deseret News) “Sanders, the front-runner nationally, is leading in a new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll with the support of 28% of likely Utah Super Tuesday Democratic primary voters, followed by Bloomberg with 19%, Buttigieg with 18%, and Massachusetts Sen. Elizabeth Warren, who held a rally at The Depot last April, with 15%.”
February 28, 2020: Many Utah Republicans crossing over to vote in Democratic primary (Deseret News) “Sanders has emerged as the Democratic front-runner across the country and in Utah, where the latest Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll him shows him leading among likely voters in the Democratic primary. Trump, though, has strong support among Utah Republicans. A Deseret News/Hinckley Institute poll last month showed 80% of likely GOP voters approve of the job he is doing. The survey found 18% of Republicans in the state disapprove of the president’s performance.”
February 28, 2020: Bernie Sanders is front-runner in Utah primary race, say polls, predictions (The Salt Lake Tribune) “A poll released Friday by the Deseret News and Hinckley Institute of Politics shows Sanders leading with 28%, while three other candidates are in a near tie for second place.”
February 28, 2020: Matt Rourke, AP Sanders ahead in Utah Super Tuesday poll; Bloomberg, Buttigieg, Warren trailing (KSL) “A new Utah Democratic presidential primary poll puts Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders in the lead in the Beehive State, with Michael Bloomberg, Pete Buttigieg and Elizabeth Warren following behind. Sanders is polling at 28% in a Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll released late Thursday evening. Utah’s primary is on Super Tuesday, March 3.”
February 27, 2020: Poll: Bernie Sanders leading in Utah’s Super Tuesday Democratic presidential primary (Deseret News) “A new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll shows Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders is poised to win Utah’s Democratic primary election Tuesday, but the more than $3 million spent in the state by billionaire and former New York City Mayor Mike Bloomberg has helped propel him to second place. Jason Perry, head of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, said he believes Utahns are responding to how they see Bloomberg handling the economy as compared to other Democrats in the race, while Sanders is relying on his popularity here. Super Tuesday will give the country an opportunity to see how Democrats perform ‘in states like ours that are historically red,’ Perry said. ‘No one can say the voice of Utahns doesn’t matter this election cycle. ... Candidates will use what happens in Utah to their advantage if they can, or have to explain it if they cannot.’”
February 27, 2020: Poll: Bernie Sanders leading in Utah’s Super Tuesday Democratic presidential primary (Deseret News) “A new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll shows Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders is poised to win Utah’s Democratic primary election Tuesday, but the more than $3 million spent in the state by billionaire and former New York City Mayor Mike Bloomberg has helped propel him to second place. Jason Perry, head of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, said he believes Utahns are responding to how they see Bloomberg handling the economy as compared to other Democrats in the race, while Sanders is relying on his popularity here. Super Tuesday will give the country an opportunity to see how Democrats perform ‘in states like ours that are historically red,’ Perry said. ‘No one can say the voice of Utahns doesn’t matter this election cycle. ... Candidates will use what happens in Utah to their advantage if they can, or have to explain it if they cannot.’”
February 24, 2020: One Utah senator’s votes align more with President Trump. It’s not Mike Lee. (The Salt Lake Tribune) “‘Based on their voting history, both Romney and Lee clearly back President Trump’s policy agenda and their Republican credentials are not really in doubt even if they sometimes disagree with the president,’ said Jason Perry, the head of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics. ‘A key difference is that when Senator Romney disagrees with the president it often becomes very political and makes national news,’ says Perry. ‘When Senator Lee disagrees, it is usually because of a long held constitutional or policy principle.’”
February 22, 2020: Democrat Tulsi Gabbard makes campaign stop in Utah to share hope to end war, unite country (Deseret News) “Nationally, Gabbard is polling well below the frontrunners for the Democratic nomination. And Utahns’ support for the president remains firm when compared to potential opponents, according to a recent Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll.”
February 21, 2020: Mussolini comment kept Chris Stewart from intelligence job, report says (Deseret News) “‘As a Republican, I’m telling you, Donald Trump does not represent Republican ideals,’ Stewart told University of Utah students at a Hinckley Institute of Politics forum in March 2016. ‘He’s our Mussolini.’”
February 21, 2020: Tulsi Gabbard brings her campaign to Utah ahead of Super Tuesday vote, preaching a message of unity to heal a ‘divided country’ (The Salt Lake Tribune) “During a campaign event Friday at the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, Democratic presidential candidate Tulsi Gabbard called for unity and an end to hyper-partisanship to heal the wounds of a ‘terribly divided country.’”
February 20, 2020: Utah GOP lawmakers honor Trump in wake of Romney’s vote to convict in impeachment (KSL) “Most Utahns supported Romney’s decision. A Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll taken earlier this month found that 49% of Utah voters were pleased with his decision while 40% were unhappy with it.”
February 20, 2020: Mike Bloomberg calls himself the ‘un-Trump’ in Salt Lake campaign rally (Deseret News) “A Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll in January showed Bloomberg had the strongest showing against Trump in Utah among Democratic challengers, with 32% of voters saying they’d vote for him compared to 45% for Trump.”
February 20, 2020: Gabbard In Utah, Vanity Plates & Provo Brewpubs (KUER) “Tulsi Gabbard, D-Hawaii, is making a campaign stop in Utah this week. Friday, Gabbard will host a free ‘Meet the Candidate’ event at the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah.”
February 19, 2020: Presidential candidate Tulsi Gabbard campaigning in Utah this weekend (The Salt Lake Tribune) “A ‘meet the candidate’ event Friday, 1:30 to 3 p.m., at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, 260 Campus Center Drive, Salt Lake City.”
February 19, 2020: Presidential candidate Tulsi Gabbard to hold campaign events in Utah (KSL) “The Hawaii congresswoman, who is polling nationally at 1% to 2%, is scheduled to be at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics on Friday at 1:30 p.m., and at Pierpont Place in Salt Lake City at 6:30 p.m.”
February 19, 2020: Bloomberg is the one to watch in Democratic presidential debate, pollster says (KSL) “Including in Utah, where Bloomberg has dropped more than $2 million in advertising. Rasmussen’s polling for the Deseret News and the Hinckley Institute in January showed Bloomberg had the strongest showing against President Donald Trump in Utah, with 32% of Utah voters saying they’d vote for him compared to 45% for Trump.”
February 17, 2020: Can a Republican take on Trump and survive? Mitt Romney is proving it’s possible. (The Washington Post) “‘Democrats in Utah were more excited about Mitt Romney’s vote than Republicans were disappointed,’ said Jason Perry, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. ‘Utah is different,’ said Perry, a former chief of staff to Republican Gov. Gary R. Herbert. ‘Utahns like politicians who have a conscience and a set of principles they follow,’ Perry said. ‘There are many here who don’t agree with what Senator Romney did. But they’re not willing to go after him for voting his conscience.’”
February 17, 2020: Super Tuesday fast approaching: What is it and why is it important? (ABC4) “Jason Perry, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics said, ‘This is a big day in politics, Super Tuesday is a day when you have 14 states that are going to be selecting their delegates, they are going to pick their candidates in the primary for president. It’s a huge deal, it’s big for us in Utah because this is the first time we are going to be participating in Super Tuesday. We were not always on this March 3rd with these other states and we are going to be part of the big selection; this year which is huge for us in Utah.’”
February 12, 2020: Voters approve of Romney's impeachment vote to convict Trump 50%-39%, poll finds (USA Today) “But a Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll released Tuesday found that 49% of Utah voters had a positive response to Romney's vote. Jason Perry, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, said Romney will likely need to address the angry members of his party if he plans to seek reelection. ‘He’s going to have to win that group over and explain to their satisfaction,’ Perry told The Deseret News. But, he added, the ‘entire political chessboard is going to change by 2024.’”
February 12, 2020: Here’s the cost of ‘unique and amazing’ opportunity for Utah of hosting vice presidential debate (Deseret News) “The benefits of conducting the vice presidential debate in Utah are considerable, such as the national exposure with an expected 35 million viewers on television and online, the economic boost of lodging and dining for some 1,500 journalists as well as campaign staffers and others, as well as the educational opportunities for students, said Perry, director of the U.’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
February 11, 2020: Poll: Utah voters split on Romney's impeachment vote (The Hill) “The Deseret News-Hinckley Institute of Politics survey released Tuesday found that 37 percent of registered voters surveyed said they were less likely to support Romney’s reelection, while 36 percent said they were more likely to back the senator. The difference between the two is within the poll's 4.5 percentage point margin of error.”
February 11, 2020: How is Mitt Romney handling impeachment fallout? ’I don’t follow that.’ (The Salt Lake Tribune) “A new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll showed 49% of those surveyed saying they felt more positive about Romney’s choice than 40% who felt more negative.”
February 9, 2020: Fox's Pirro rips Romney: 'Dream of endearing yourself to the Trump-hating left is a joke' (The Hill) “A Deseret News-Hinckley Institute of Politics poll published Monday before Romney's announced his decision to convict Trump showed 53 percent of Utah voters surveyed gave the president a positive job approval rating, while 52 percent viewed Romney favorably.”
February 9, 2020: Romney, vilified by Trump and his allies for voting to convict, finds respect back home (NBC News) “Back home, Romney met with state lawmakers and did local news interviews to explain the decision-making process behind his vote to convict. ‘There will be ramifications for Sen. Romney,’ Jason Perry, director of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics, said. ‘He knew that there would be.’”
February 6, 2020: Senator Romney meets with state lawmakers to explain conviction vote (ABC4) “This is the first time we’ve had a senator vote against the president of his own party. It’s a historic vote, which means Senator Romney is going to spend a lot of time explaining why he went to such an extr
February 6, 2020: Senator Romney meets with state lawmakers to explain conviction vote (ABC4) “This is the first time we’ve had a senator vote against the president of his own party. It’s a historic vote, which means Senator Romney is going to spend a lot of time explaining why he went to such an extreme measure,” said Jason Perry the Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
February 6, 2020: Trump criticizes Mitt Romney for using religion as ‘crutch’ in removal vote (Deseret News) “A Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll taken last month actually shows Lee with a lower approval rating than both Romney and Trump. According to the survey, 53% of Utahns approve of Trump’s job performance, with Romney at 52% and Lee at 48%. More than one-fifth weren’t sure how to rate Lee.”
February 5, 2020: CNN’s Baldwin praises Romney: ‘Extraordinary’ moment of ‘pure honesty and emotion’ (The Hill) “A Deseret News-Hinckley Institute of Politics poll published Monday showed 53 percent of Utah voters surveyed gave Trump a positive job approval rating, while 53 percent viewed Romney favorably.”
February 4, 2020: More than half of Utahns approve of President Trump’s job performance (KSL) “Utahns give Mr Trump 53 percent approval rating in a new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll.”
January 17, 2020: Walking the tightrope: Mitt Romney’s first year in Senate (Deseret News) “As Utahns are clearly divided on the Trump administration and many of the issues facing the country, the only safe place for Romney has been to stick to policy, which he has tried to do and not put himself in the position of purely being a foil to the president, said Jason Perry, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. “I think Mitt Romney has created a very careful balance as an elected official,” Perry said.”
January 15, 2020: Utah activist launches campaign to save oceanic wildlife (Deseret News) “Danny Quintana speaks at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics in Salt Lake City on Wednesday, Jan. 15, 2020, about his new global educational campaign and the dangers of overfishing.”
January 13, 2020: Rep. Rob Bishop won’t run for Utah governor; endorses Thomas Wright (KSL) “Rep. Rob Bishop won’t run for Utah governor; endorses Thomas Wright (KSL) “Jason Perry, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, said this is a big endorsement for Wright. “The reality is, Rob Bishop has been a very popular member of Congress. He’s very popular with Republicans, particularly conservative Republicans. Since his first race, he’s won by big margins. Utah Republicans do care about his opinion,” Perry said.”
January 8, 2020: The 7 Deady Misconceptions About Air Quality with Brian Meonch, Saving the Ocean’s Wildlife (KRCL) “Danny Quintana, President and Founder of the Global High Seas Marine Preserve, highlighted his upcoming lecture at Saving the Ocean’s Wildlife: Sustainable Food, Thu, January 15. at the Hinckley Institute of Politics.
January 1, 2020: Salt Lake City Mayor Jackie Biskupski leaves office with mixed reviews (Deseret News) “Short term, those mixed views will linger, but with time, Biskupski may be remembered more of her accomplishments and their lasting effects, according to Morgan Lyon Cotti, associate director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah.”
October 9, 2019: How Mitt Romney survives the slings and arrows of team Trump (Deseret News) “‘(Romney’s) sitting in a position right now where he he can take principled approaches,’ said Jason Perry, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah.”
September 3, 2019: Democratic presidential contenders as a group have raised more money from Utah donors than President Trump (The Salt Lake Tribune) “Utah is historically a red state but it has proven that it is willing to consider alternatives,” says Jason Perry, the head of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics. “And that is not just for their votes but it's clearly also the case with their money.”
September 2, 2019: Expect Utah’s 2020 Gubernatorial Campaigns To Ramp Up Soon (KUER) “While some gubernatorial hopefuls have been more open about their plans than others, expect many of them to jump into the race soon, said Jason Perry, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah. ‘It’s just a big calculation the candidates are going through. I expect between now and the end of September, we’re going to see most of those candidates stake a claim,’ he said.”
August 29, 2019: Utah launches gun saefty campaign for students grades 5-12 (KSL) “Though the video stated 42% of Utah households own guns, Will Fowlke at the Attorney General’s Training Center said the number is actually 46% (based on a 2017 Hinckley Institute of Politics-Salt Lake Tribune poll) and the video will be corrected “at the first opportunity.”
August 8, 2019: Utah election fraud problem is overstepping moms of Latter-day Saint missionaries more than foreign meddlers (The Salt Lake Tribune) “Morgan Lyon Cotti, associate director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, said she's heard local officials talk about parents filling out ballots for their absent children and other benign voter mistakes and misunderstandings.”
June 7, 2019: EPA may take Salt Lake off its dirty-air list, thanks partly to the weather (The Salt Lake Tribune) “Not all Utahns, however, according to a Salt Lake Tribune-Hinckley Institute of Politics poll conducted in January. It indicated about a third of those surveyed had changed their commuting habits to improve air quality.”
May 30, 2019: Herbert unveils massive Utah renewable energy project, draws praise from Trump official, protests from climate activists (The Salt Lake Tribune) “‘Let me commend the people of Utah, because your commitment to that vital aim is incredibly important, from the governor’s office to the state’s research institutions to the private sector,’ Perry said. ‘I am delighted that Utah remains all-in on an all-of-the-above energy strategy.’ Perry made his remarks while joining a panel with Herbert, Wyoming Gov. Mark Gordon and Dominion Energy CEO and President Thomas Farrell, moderated by the Hinckley Institute of Politics’ Jason Perry.”
May 9, 2019: Analysis: As the Salt Lake Tribune changes to a non-profit, will it affect their reporting? (Utah policy)“The Tribune currently has a public opinion polling relationship with the Hinckley Institute of Politics, which is now housed in a new building where the old Orson Spencer Hall used to be on the U. campus.” “Jason Perry, head of the Hinckley Institute and vice president for communications for the U., tells UtahPolicy.com that he doesn’t know if the Tribune will want to, or be able to, continue the partnership after the paper becomes a non-profit.”
May 3, 2019: Republican delegates set to vote on new party chair (ABC4) “The gathering has gained a reputation over the years, and Jason Perry with the Hinckley Institute of Politics says to expect more of the same. "Tomorrow will be long, and it will be mostly painful and there will be a lot of contention, but in the end, I predict there's some resolution. We will have a new chair, and that chair is going to help set the tone for the party," said Perry.”
April 18, 2019: Utah political expert weighs in on the Mueller Report (ABC4) "Russia definitely tried to interfere in our elections and they want to again in the future," said Morgan Lyon Cotti, Associate Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah. "This will always be referenced when we talk about that issue in the future so this will likely not die down for a very long time."
April 17, 2019: Warren, in Utah, pledges changes in national-monument policy (Washington Post) “Utah voters, though, are divided on the move that shrunk Bears Ears National Monument by about 85 percent and cut Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument nearly in half, said Jason Perry with the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah. “There are passionate feelings on both sides,” he said. Warren’s salvo could also signal a wider slice of the field taking up the issue in the run-up to 2020, he said.
April 12, 2019: Despite Disputes With Trump, Other Republicans, Sen. Romney’s First 100 Days ‘Encouraging’ (KUER) “‘I think those that want him to be sort of the foil to President Trump, they’ve had some reason to be satisfied,’ said Jason Perry, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. However, Perry noted, Romney’s promise about when to break with the president gives him broad leeway. ‘He is walking the line that he said he would when he went into the position,’ he said. ‘Utahns are divided on President Trump, and that is why the only real position Mitt Romney can take is, ‘I call it when I need to call it.’”
April 10, 2019: Students Speak About Their Passions in this Year’s HIP Talks (The Daily Utah Chronicle) “Kyle Tucker, who organized the event, said about the purpose of HIP Talks, ‘Obviously the prize money that is provided by the Wayne Owens Family is a great incentive for the students, but it’s really just about giving them an opportunity to foster their public speaking skills and to practice in a forum where they’re supported.’”
April 8, 2019: Source: Ambassador Jon Huntsman Jr. not ruling out another run for Utah governor (Deseret News) “Jason Perry, head of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics, said if Huntsman "decides to come back to Utah and run for governor, it will have an immediate and significant impact on this race and who decides to run." Perry, who has been a chief of staff to Herbert, said Huntsman would be a front-runner in the race after leaving Utah "as a very popular governor. His experience has only increased since then."
March 27, 2019: 2019 Legislative Wrap Up (KCPW) “After 45 days, the 2019 Utah legislative session ended just 2 weeks ago, and our state elected officials took on a lot of issues including abortion, conversion therapy, hate crimes and more. At the beginning of last week, state lawmakers convened at the Hinckley Institute of Politics to review this past session, and to talk about some of the highlights.”
March 27, 2019: Economy and sociology experts discuss Utah’s gender wage gap with state senator (Deseret News) “Utah women are cornered into fewer jobs than women nationally, which contributes to the state's wide gender wage gap, according to a panel gathered to discuss pay disparity in the Beehive State.”
March 23, 2019: University of Utah Hosts Forum on Humanitarian Crisis in Yeme (The Daily Utah Chronicle): According to the Hinckley Institute, Prasow has “investigated and analyzed U.S. national security policies and practices and led advocacy efforts urging executive and legislative branch officials in Washington to implement national security policies that respect internationally-recognized rights. Prior to joining Human Rights Watch, Prasow was a defense attorney with the Office of Military Commissions and was an associate at Paul, Weise, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP where she served as habeas counsel for Saudi detainees at Guantanamo.”
March 19, 2019: Utah lawmakers could call themselves into special session over tax reform, but won't have to (KSL) "This is a significant change in the way the Legislature operates," said Jason Perry, head of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics. "We will see, one of these days, just what kind of power that is." Perry said although the governor is "highly likely" to call the special session on tax reform, the reality is that if for some reason he didn't want to, lawmakers could do it themselves. "I think the Legislature is not going to take that lightly," Perry, who served as chief of staff to Herbert, said. "But I think it gives them a lot more leverage in their negotiations."
March 19, 2019: How Mayor Biskupski's exit changes the race to lead Utah's capital city (ABC 4) “The Hinckley Institute and the Salt Lake Tribune teamed up for a poll on the race early last month. It had the mayor at 14%, trailing former state Senator Jim Dabakis at 26%. Followed by state Senator Luz Escamilla 6%, former city councilman Stan Penfold 6%, David Ibarra 3%, and David Garbett 2%. Perry says at this point, Dabakis is still in a commanding position."He has sort of a larger-than-life personality. People know him already and when it comes to the big issues impacting the city, he's pretty well informed. There are other great candidates that are trying to get their name out there as well, but right now, he's one that comes with money and name ID ready to go," Perry said.”
March 9, 2019: Romney, Lee no fans of Trump’s emergency order but will they vote to overturn it? (Salt Lake Tribune) ““Utah senators are working through a potential lose-lose situation when it comes to the president’s national emergency declaration,” said Jason Perry, the director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. “Utahns are divided in their support of President Trump just as they are on the border wall. Our senators risk angering half their constituency no matter how they vote and then they risk a Twitter backlash from the president if they vote against him.”
March 4, 2019: 'We have reached a tipping point’: Utah Senate approves hate crimes bill in its first floor vote in years (Salt Lake Tribune) “A recent Salt Lake Tribune-Hinckley Institute of Politics poll conducted in mid-January found there is strong public support among Utahns for efforts to increase hate crimes penalties. While support was particularly secure among Democrats, at 89 percent, about 53 percent of Republicans also said they agreed with the proposal. Some 63 percent of unaffiliated voters, who make up the state’s second-largest voting bloc, supported hate crimes legislation.”
February 18, 2019: Starting From the Bottom: Improving Women’s Equality in Utah (The Daily Utah Chronicle) “Barnes recently shared her experiences as a woman in student government and discussed the importance of women in student leadership during an ElectHER event hosted by the Hinckley Institute of Politics and ASUU. ElectHER is a program that works to train young women to run for public office.”
February 12, 2019: A Crowded Field (Salt Lake City Weekly) “A recent poll conducted by The Salt Lake Tribune and the Hinckley Institute of Politics placed Garbett near the bottom of the candidate list. It showed Dabakis leading with support from 26 percent of respondents, 12 percentage points ahead of Biskupski. It also found Penfold and Sen. Luz Escamilla, D-Salt Lake City, receiving support from 6 percent of respondents. Ibarra earned 3 percent and Garbett, 2 percent.”
February 9, 2019: Let’s talk about sex… education. Utah voters say they’d like teachers to explain more about condoms and birth control in class, according to new poll (Salt Lake Tribune) “We often talk about how Utah is a conservative state, but we’re also a pragmatic state,” said Morgan Lyon Cotti, associate director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah. “Utahns seem to agree that sex education beyond just abstinence-only is a good thing for students to know.”
February 7, 2019: Local News Hour (KPCW) Hinckley Institute of Politics Assistant Director Morgan Lyon Cotti recaps this week at the Utah Legislature.
February 5, 2019: Did the Utah Legislature do the right thing by overriding the medical marijuana initiative? Poll shows voters are divided. (Salt Lake Tribune) “Fifty-one percent of those surveyed in the The Salt Lake Tribune-Hinckley Institute of Politics poll said they supported the changes made by lawmakers during a December special session, held a couple of days after Proposition 2 took effect.”
February 4, 2019: Poll shows Utahns support “red flag” bill (KSL) “The survey from the Hinckley Institute of Politics and the Salt Lake Tribune shows 87 percent of Democrats either “strongly support” or “somewhat support” the bill that would let an officer take a gun if someone in that home is deemed to be a threat to themselves, or to others. Plus, 57 percent of Republicans showed support for it.”
January 31, 2019: Thursday’s Campaign Round-Up (MSNBC) “On a related note, Trump won Utah in 2016, despite finishing with less than 50% of the vote in the state. Looking ahead, a new Salt Lake Tribune-Hinckley Institute of Politics poll found 54% of Utahans opposed to the president’s re-election.”
January 28, 2019: Hinckley Institute of Politics talks 2019 legislative session (ABC 4) “Jason Perry, the director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, says Proposition 3, or Medicaid expansion, is going to require a lot of attention. While lawmakers want to respect the voice of the people, who voted to expand Medicaid in November 2018, Perry says funding has become a concern. For more on what Perry had to say about the 2019 session, including the impressive amount of freshman lawmakers, watch his full Good Morning Utah segment.”
January 25, 2019: Hinckley Institute of Politics reacts to deal to end the government shutdown (ABC 4) “Dr. Morgan Lyon Cotti from the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah said there was major delays at airports throughout the country and that hurt the country. “Congressional democrats and the president were really feeling the heat," said Dr. Cotti.”
January 22, 2019: The Hinckley Institute of Politics: Where All Majors Can Get Connected (The Daily Utah Chronicle) “The Hinckley Institute of Politics provides opportunities for students to engage with prestigious organizations in numerous ways. . .Contrary to what its name implies, the Hinckley Institute of Politics has internships available for all majors and disciplines and isn’t limited to political science. They also offer internships during every semester.”
January 22, 2019: Boomerang bills: Proposals that are popular with the public but nonstarters on Utah’s Capitol Hill just keep coming back (Salt Lake Tribune) “Last year, polling by The Salt Lake Tribune and Hinckley Institute of Politics found 75 percent of Utahns in favor of banning hand-held cellphone use while driving.”
January 17, 2019: Utah voters blame Trump the most for shutdown, but congressional Democrats a close second (Deseret News) “Jason Perry, head of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics, said Trump is viewed as provoking the fight."What's happening here, at least in the minds of Utahns, is that the impasse is in the hands of President Trump. It was his line in the sand. It was his campaign promise," Perry said.”
January 9, 2019: Shutdown approaches record territory with no end in sight (ABC4) “Jason Perry, the director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics says there is one clear takeaway. "There's not a single thing in the speech from the president or from the responses from the Democratic Party that gave any idea that this thing is going to end soon. In fact, I think it showed the difference between them being even bigger than many thought," said Perry.”
January 7, 2019: Mia Love goes to work for CNN, says she’ll bring an ‘unleashed’ Republican perspective (Salt Lake Tribune) “Jason Perry, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, says Love’s TV role will give her a new venue to espouse her views and keep her in the spotlight. “In her concession speech, Representative Love said she had no plans to leave politics,” Perry said. “She will now be the second former Utah congressperson to assume the platform of political commentator. She clearly intends to stay engaged and motivated to share her brand of politics.”
December 17, 2018: A look back at Senator Orrin Hatch’s brief presidential bid nearly 20 years ago (KUER) “He felt like he was in a stage of his career where, if he was president of the United States, he could really get a lot done for the country,” said Jason Perry, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
December 7, 2018: McAdams-Love race in Utah spurred $11M in spending (Standard Examiner) “The season of heavy campaigning in Utah has gotten longer with the advent of mail-in balloting across much of the state, which gives voters nearly a month to cast their ballots rather than a single day, said Jason Perry with the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah. “Candidates have to start messaging earlier and earlier," Perry said. "The commercials, the most expensive part of every campaign, are starting earlier in the process."
November 13, 2018: Utah’s GOP House members preparing for shift from majority to minority (Deseret News) “Jason Perry, head of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics, said there's a long list of significant issues Utahns want to see tackled in Congress, including public lands, health care and immigration. Perry said House Democrats may be distracted by their new oversight authority over the White House, which includes subpoena powers, "an enormous tool" that can be wielded without the minority party.”
November 6, 2018: A look back at the 42-year career of Senator Orrin Hatch (ABC4) “It would be hard to look at his career and say I didn't like anything that he did. There are things that he has sponsored, in terms of legislation, that people across the country have benefited from,” said Hinckley Institute of Politics director Jason Perry.”
November 6, 2018: Breaking down the Love, McAdams battle (ABC4) “Jason Perry, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics joined ABC4 's Political Correspondent Glen Mills in studio on Election Day to break down the contentious battle.
November 4, 2018 Democrats hope young voter turnout will turn Utah blue (PBS News Hour) Hinckley Institute forum on Standing Up to Utah’s Needs featured in PBS News Hour.
October 30, 2018: Salt Lake Olympic committees meet today to prepare for a future Winter Games bid decision by the end of the year (Salt Lake Tribune) “In a poll conducted in February by The Salt Lake Tribune and the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, 83 percent of residents statewide said they’d support a future Games. While the 2030 cycle has always been the target for Salt Lake and the USOC — and it remains so — the 2026 cycle is currently in limbo.”
October 28, 2018: Latest poll of potential Utah Republican candidates for 2020 governor’s race shows Chaffetz, Cox remain leading contenders (Salt Lake Tribune) “Former U.S. Rep. Jason Chaffetz and Lt. Gov. Spencer Cox continue to lead the pack of presumed Republican candidates for Utah’s 2020 gubernatorial election, according to a new poll from The Salt Lake Tribune and Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
October 27, 2018: Ben McAdams and Mia Love remain tied in New York Times Upshot poll, as new twist over Love’s campaign financing emerges (Salt Lake Tribune) “It shows them tied 45-45 percent, with 9 percent undecided — and a 4.7 percent margin of error. A Salt Lake Tribune-Hinckley Institute of Politics poll earlier this month also showed McAdams and Love tied, 46-46, with 8 percent undecided.”
October 21, 2018: Utah voter enthusiasm driven by Trump, Romney and marijuana, poll shows (Salt Lake Tribune) “Statewide, voter registrations are up by more than 70,000 people — or 4.5 percent — since January, according to data from the Utah lieutenant governor’s office… New polling by The Salt Lake Tribune and Hinckley Institute of Politics suggests three primary drivers behind the surge in voter enthusiasm: medical marijuana, Mitt Romney and President Donald Trump.”
October 20, 2018: Medicaid-Expansion Fights Pit Hospitals, Labor Against Conservative Groups, Tobacco Companies (Wall Street Journal) “Residents of Idaho, Nebraska, Montana and Utah are voting on the proposed expansions under Affordable Care Act… Polls so far indicate strong support for the ballot measures. Fifty-nine percent of voters in Utah support the expansion, according to the Salt Lake Tribune-Hinckley Institute of Politics poll.”
October 20, 2018: New poll shows Rep. Chris Stewart with a strong lead over Shireen Ghorbani in Utah’s 2nd district race (Salt Lake Tribune) “Stewart, a three-term Republican congressman, has a comfortable 23-point lead heading into the homestretch of the 2nd Congressional District race, according to the Salt Lake Tribune-Hinckley Institute of Politics poll.”
October 17, 2018: Utahns favor the ballot initiative expanding Meidcaid, even as the state seeks a smaller program (Salt Lake Tribune) “A new poll, by The Salt Lake Tribune and the Hinckley Institute of Politics, shows a majority of voters are on board. Full Medicaid expansion was supported by 54 percent of poll respondents, compared with 35 percent who opposed the initiative.”
October 15, 2018: Utah’s medical marijuana initiative in no longer a sure thing, poll finds (Salt Lake Tribune) “The reported drop comes on the heels of a major shift in the debate around Prop 2. Amid the recent round of polling, state leaders and advocates announced they’d agreed on a medical cannabis plan that lawmakers would consider in a November special session. Jason Perry, the Hinckley Institute’s director, said this deal likely contributed to the weakened support for Prop 2. While medical marijuana as a concept exerts wide appeal, the specifics of the initiative had alienated some people, he noted.”
October 15, 2018: Romney has commanding lead over Wilson in U.S. Senate race (Fox13) “Republican Mitt Romney has a commanding 36 point lead over Democrat Jenny Wilson in the race for the U.S. Senate seat left open by the retirement of seven term incumbent Orrin Hatch, according to a Salt Lake Tribune/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll.”
October 15, 2018: Rep. Mia Love has lost her lead and in now tied with Ben McAdams in Utah’s 4th District race (Salt Lake Tribune) “Each has 46 percent support — with 8 percent undecided — in a survey by the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics in partnership with The Salt Lake Tribune. In the last Tribune-Hinckley poll in June, Love led 45 percent to 39 percent, with 16 percent either undecided or favoring others (even though no other candidates are in the race). Love has attracted few of those previously undecided voters, said Jason Perry, director of the Hinckley Institute.”
October 8, 2018: No state has seen President Trump’s approval rating drop further than Utah, new poll shows (Salt Lake Tribune) “Trump’s presidency has been largely about what people are willing to overlook for what they think is most important,” said Jason Perry, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. “Right now we are seeing that even with a conservative Supreme Court nominee, new trade deals and the lowest unemployment rate in 50 years, the balance has shifted in the minds of many voters as they react to some of the president’s more controversial qualities.”
October 4, 2018: How will Prop. 2 compromise impact voter turnout? (Good4Utah) Jason Perry of the Hinckley Institute of Politics said voters will likely need time to look over the new details of the compromise before deciding. "I think a lot of people are still watching this, and it's going to take a while to digest this compromise to see if it really hits the mark," said Perry.
October 3, 2018: Utah higher education presidents express support for gas tax, increased education revenue (The Utah Statesman) However, a Salt Lake Tribune-Hinckley Institute of Politics poll found 56 percent of Utah residents oppose the gas tax.
September 24, 2018: Mail-in elections changing how candidates strategize (Good4Utah) “Director Jason Perry of the Hinckley Institute of Politics all candidates talk and strategize around mail-in ballots because it's the new reality in Utah. For candidates, he says their message has to be more focused and to the point. "You can't wait until October," said Perry. You can't wait until the night before the election for your message to come out because the reality is a lot of the population has already voted by then."
September 11, 2018: Love Campaign admits finance mistake as election heats up (Fox13) “Jason Perry, Executive Director or the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah said the campaign's biggest immediate problem is the mistake makes them look bad at precisely the wrong time. "This is a big deal because this is a race to watch, and it's so close that you really can't make mistakes like this," said Perry.”
September 2, 2018: Utah voters have a crowded ballot this year. Here’s what all the questions, propositions and amendments are about (Salt Lake Tribune) Read about this year's ballot initiatives along with polling data from the Salt Lake Tribune and Hinckley Institute.
August 28, 2018: Utah's 4th District race hits the airwaves (Good4Utah) "Jason Perry, the director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics says the race has been within the margin of error the entire time and it will stay that way to the end. "This is the one race in the state of Utah where there is still a chance for the Democrats to make a play. She's still up in the polls, but it's within the margin. Both candidates have to take this job very seriously," he said"
August 27, 2018: Boon or boondoggle? The Lake Powell Pipeline debated at U's Hinckley Institute (Fox13) "A debate pitted critics against state managers over the most critical resource in the American West, water."
August 27, 2018: Medicaid expansion initiative flying under the radar of election season (Good4Utah) "While Prop. 3 hasn't received much attention so far, political experts believe that's going to change. Hinckley Institute of Politics Director Jason Perry notes that "I think the kind of sleepy time behind this one may be behind us," said Perry. "After Labor Day people are going to start talking about all of them."
August 25, 2018: Utah candidate must 'walk fine line' given legal drama surrounding Trump (Deseret News) "We're seeing Republicans and Democrats alike be united in one thing, and that is, 'Our politics are independent of what happens in the White House,'" Jason Perry, director of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics, said. Utahns seem to trust that process and they're willing to wait to get those results. But in the meantime, candidates really need to walk a very fine line in how far they push absent a final report," Perry said."
August 12, 2018: The money behind Utah's contentious medical marijuana initiative (Deseret News) "Utah voters' support of the initiative hovered between 75 and 77 percent in three polls commissioned by the Hinckley Institute of Politics and Salt Lake Tribune released between July 2017 and January 2018."
August 8, 2018: As UT awaits Medicaid-Plan approval, voters could make the call (PNS) "The latest poll from the Salt Lake Tribune and the Hinckley Institute of Politics found that about 54 percent of Utah voters favor the ballot initiative, even though it requires a 0.15 percent tax increase."
July 25, 2018: Voter turnout hits around 29 percent for Utah primary, better than 2016 (Deseret News) "There are also significant questions on the ballot in November that have and will continue to motivate people to vote," said Jason Perry, director of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics."
July 16, 2018: Some call for Russian Ambassador Huntsman's resignation after Trump-Putin summit (WJLA) "Jason Perry, the director of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics, who worked with Huntsman when he was governor, said it would be wrong for Huntsman to resign. “People who know Jon Huntsman know this is the time we need him the most,” Perry said."
July 15, 2018 Op-ed: Utah must keep the climate conversations going (Deseret News) "This year’s passage of HCR007, the first climate resolution ever to pass in a red state, demonstrates an increased willingness by elected officials to represent the belief of a strong majority of Utahns that climate change is real. Indeed, a 2017 Hinckley Institute poll shows that 71 percent of Utahns believe in climate change."
July 15, 2018: Who is judge Brett Kavanaugh and what can we expect from his confirmation process (Good4Utah) "The director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics Jason Perry stops bye Inside Utah Politics to break down the career of nominee Brett Kavanaugh and what to expect from the confirmation process."
July 14, 2018: Higher density may help Utah’s housing crisis — but it’s a solution many don’t want near them (Salt Lake Tribune) "A recent Salt Lake Tribune-Hinckley Institute of Politics poll found that 49 percent of registered voters thought new housing was “positive for the state.” Another 27 percent said they were neutral on the idea, while 19 percent viewed additional housing as negative."
July 11, 2018: ‘Trib Talk’: Will Utah ban abortion and same-sex marriage under the new Supreme Court? (Salt Lake Tribune) "On this week’s episode of “Trib Talk,” reporter Benjamin Wood discusses the nomination of Brett Kavanuagh to the U.S. Supreme Court with Jason Perry, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, and Michelle Quist, an attorney and Republican candidate for the Salt Lake County Council."
July 10, 2018: Hinckley Institute of Politics weighs in on President Trump's second Supreme Court nominee (Good4Utah) "President Donald Trump has nominated Brett Kavanaugh, a Federal Appeals Court Judge in Washington, to succeed Anthony Kennedy on the Supreme Court. It's a nomination the country's been waiting days for. Morgan Lyon Cotti, Associate Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, joined Brian Carlson, to weigh in on the President's pick and the political battle for the confirmation."
July 10, 2018: Trump sets his sights on dismantling #MeToo movement (NY Daily News) "A poll commissioned by The Salt Lake Tribune and the Hinckley Institute of Politics of 654 registered voters statewide found that 87% of respondents who identified as “very liberal” said their opinion of the movement is either very or somewhat favorable, while only 16% of “very conservative” respondents said the same."
July 9, 2018: Rod Arquette Show Rundown-Monday, July 9, 2018 (Salt Lake Tribune) "Morgan Lyon Cotti, Associate Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, joins the show to discuss the results of a new poll about the #MeToo movement that shows Utah conservatives being skeptical of the movement."
July 8, 2018: Gov. Chaffetz? Former Utah congressman leads field of potential 2020 Republican candidates for governor (Salt Lake Tribune) "Hinckley Institute Director Jason Perry said the poll suggests more about name recognition than potential campaign success. Between now and 2020, he said, candidates should watch for how their numbers increase or decrease on this type of polling."
July 8, 2018: In her bid to unseat Rep. Chris Stewart, Democrat Shireen Ghorbani is finding that many voters don’t even know the name of their congressman (Salt Lake Tribune) "Stewart leads Ghorbani 48 percent to 24, with 14 percent favoring others (United Utah Party candidate Jan Garbett in on the ballot) and 13 percent undecided, according to a new Salt Lake Tribune/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll."
July 8, 2018: Like Trump, Utah conservatives are wary of the #MeToo movement (Salt Lake Tribune) "We’re seeing increased polarization and political tribalism throughout the country,” Morgan Lyon Cotti, associate director of the Hinckley Institute, said of the results. “And here in Utah as well, we can see evidence of the deep divide between the parties with these viewpoints on the #MeToo movement."
July 5, 2018: How Self-Defense And Suicide Are Changing The Conversation On Guns In The West (KUER) "Guns have always been a part of life in the West. Forty-two percent of Utah residents own a gun, according to a 2017 Salt Lake Tribune-Hinckley Institute of Politics poll. The number of Utah women who own guns has surged in the last five years."
July 5, 2018: What Do You Think of All This Construction? About Half of Utah Voters Say They Support New Apartment Buildings, Condos and Houses (Salt Lake Chamber) "A recent Salt Lake Tribune-Hinckley Institute of Politics poll finds that 49 percent of registered voters believe this construction is a positive for the state. Another 27 percent claimed to be neutral on the idea, while 19 percent— or about 1 in 5 — viewed additional housing as a negative.”
June 4, 2018: SCOTUS sides with Colorado baker in LGBT discrimination case, dividing Utahns (KUER) "A Salt Lake Tribune-Hinckley Institute of Politics poll from November showed 67 percent of Utah voters favor a religious exception for bakers who object to gay marriage."
May 23, 2018: Mike Kennedy's apology for Mitt Romney, explained (KUER) "Jason Perry, Director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, says the entire issue was a “major miscalculation” by Kennedy. “I’ve not really seen a time in the recent past where anyone was looking for a politician to apologize for them,” he said. Perry believes Kennedy could have found a better way to differentiate himself from Romney, who enjoys wide name recognition after two unsuccessful presidential bids."
May 17, 2018: Outgoing UTA board members happy name not changing ( Deseret News Utah) "This whole discussion got to a position where they just needed to make a decision,' said Jason Perry, head of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics. 'It was starting to take a toll not just on the organization, but on elected officials.' He said lawmakers 'were being forced to constantly explain, justify and defend this decision. The one thing they did not want to spend all their time talking about was the name.' Now, Perry said, UTA can focus on fixes the public wants to see. Legislative audits have been critical of executive compensation and other issues, including transit development dealings. "
May 16, 2018: Campus-Community Dialogue: #MeToo – Now What? ( KCPW) " The Hinckley Institute of Politics recently hosted their final Spring Campus-Community panel discussion. The panel takes a look at the #MeToo movement — and, in particular, what the future holds for the movement. "
May 14, 2018: Political clashes heat up as big issues head for Utah ballot (HJ News) " The spats come as groups turn to voters after years of trying to convince conservative lawmakers to see things their way. The issues poised to make the ballot generally have strong support in voter polls, said Jason Perry, director of the Hinckley Institute at the University of Utah. 'Utahns on a couple of these key issues are wanting to take bigger steps than the Legislature has made and they feel like they have the power to do it,' he said. "
May 2, 2018: United Utah Party eyes its prospects for November (Cedar City News) " Historically, third parties do not have a long tradition of success in Utah, said Jason Perry, the director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. 'But Utahns are willing to consider a third-party candidate when the other options are unacceptable,' Perry said. 'You only have to look to our last presidential election to see that.' "
April 27, 2018: Utah Democratic Party puts a friendly wager on the line for its convention (Good4Utah) " Democratic delegates will vote on races in all four congressional districts, and the U.S. Senate. As far as the party's chances in November are concerned, Jason Perry, the director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics says to keep an eye on the 4th Congressional District. Salt Lake County Mayor Ben McAdams is seeking the democratic nomination for that seat. "
April 23, 2018: Mitt Romney's Second-Place Showing Among Utah Republican Delegates Unlikely to Hurt His Senate Chances (Political News) " Federal filings show Romney, in his latest report, has $1.15 million on hand in his campaign kitty. Kennedy showed $257,000 in his account. (Romney poured $1 million from his failed presidential bid into the Utah Senate race.) 'Mitt Romney is an exceptionally popular candidate in the state; he has high name recognition; he has lots of money; and that is in contrast to his opponent, who has none of those things,' said Jason Perry, the director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. "
April 20, 2018: Romney's reception at GOP convention likely a 'mixed bag' (KSL) " Romney's reception at the convention will be a "mixed bag," said Jason Perry, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah. 'This is going to be a sign for all of us who watch whether or not the fracture within the Republican Party is going to mend anytime soon,' he said. Perry said delegates who oppose signature gathering and those who don't know if Romney is conservative enough for them might have some things to say. Those voices in the past pushed popular Gov. Gary Herbert into a primary two years ago against a more conservative candidate, Jonathan Johnson. "
April 16, 2018: As deadline arrives, 4 initiative campaigns say they have enough signatures to get on ballot (Deseret News Utah) " 'We have not had this number of initiatives come forward from the public in recent memory. So it's impressive that several of these initiatives had so much public support, particularly since each one of them had to stand on its own,' said Jason Perry, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah. ' There was a concern for several of these that if we had so many initiatives, some will just get lost. ... But a couple of these initiatives really caught the public's attention just because of the subject matter.' But Perry also cautioned against too readily assuming that each of the initiative campaigns declaring victory Monday will ultimately have cleared the necessary signature thresholds in at least 26 of the 29 state senate districts, as required. "
April 12, 2018: Col. Wilkerson criticizes U.S. foreign policy in U of U forum (Good4Utah) " Col. Lawrence Wilkerson (Ret.) was the main speaker at a forum hosted by the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah. During the talk he criticized U.S. foreign policy on Iran and Syria but said domestic issues could also make us less safe. "
April 10, 2018: Mitt Romney's Senate campaign war chest includes $1M from his presidential bids (KSL) " Romney is the only GOP candidate so far who has turned in signatures to secure a spot on the June primary ballot, but will also compete for the support of delegates at the party's state convention. Jason Perry, head of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics, said Romney's war chest proves he's a formidable contender. 'We knew that Mitt was popular in the state,' Perry said. 'For any challengers, they're going to look at that ability to fundraise and they will realize that he is a real candidate, and that he is going to be exceptionally hard to beat.' "
April 3, 2018: Lt. Gov. talks opioid overdose prevention, medical marijuana in U. panel discussion (KSL) " A handful of the state's foremost leaders in the fight against opioid addiction met Tuesday at the University of Utah for a panel discussion focusing on how to overcome that scourge in Utah. The discussion, held at the U.'s Hinckley Institute of Politics, was moderated by Lt. Gov. Spencer Cox, who told reporters afterward that opioid addiction has 'become a public health crisis, a policy crisis, a political crisis.' "
March 27, 2018: Romney’s Comments On DACA Still To The Right Of Most Utahns ( KUER) " A January poll from the Salt Lake Tribune and Hinckley Institute of Politics showed that 69 percent of Utah voters support allowing DACA recipients to stay in the U.S. 'It would seem to me that he’s on much firmer ground when he talks about fiscal conservatism and budgetary issues than on issues of immigration,' said Karpowitz.
March 13, 2018: U.S. Senate candidate Larry Meyers: It’s not just Romney running for Hatch's seat (The Spectrum) " It could be tough to beat Romney, based on initial polling data on the race. One poll, released in January by The Salt Lake Tribune and the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, showed 85 percent of state Republicans supporting Romney, along with 55 percent of independents. "
March 10, 2018: Flexing their muscles, Utah lawmakers expand the power of the Legislature (Deseret News Utah) " Jason Perry, director of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics, said there were several bills during the session that gave the Legislature more control over areas they thought weren't being managed well. 'They're trying to bring their influence to bear on these particular areas. We'll see if this is a trend that continues or not,' he said. "
March 5, 2018: As the number of female interns in the state Legislature grows, lawmakers and coordinators work to ensure they’re not sexually harassed (Salt Lake Tribune) " 'As it’s been reported in the media, that has certainly been an issue in Utah, and we are working closely with legislators and with legislative research to make sure that whisper network is not a part of this environment anymore,' said Morgan Lyon Cotti, associate director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah. "
February 26, 2018: Utah GOP passes bylaw preventing signature gathering (Fox13) " Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics Jason Perry says this move is all about power. 'They want to keep their stranglehold on the nomination process they've had for a long time. That's what this is about. They're losing their control of the party nomination process,' said Perry. "
February 22, 2018: Mia Love holds narrow lead over Ben McAdams in hypothetical match-up (2KUTV) " A similar poll conducted by the Salt Lake Tribune-Hinckley Institute of Politics shows Love holding a five percent lead over McAdams. Since the 2016 election Love has fallen from 53.8 percent to 49 percent, Utah Policy states in a report. "
Febraury 16, 2018: What we know about Romney's campaign Platform (Good4Utah) " Jason Perry is the Director for the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics. He said, 'I expect that this is going to be a Utah-centric campaign, that's what you can pick up from his announcement this morning,' "
February 16, 2018: Mitt Romney Finally Announces Utah Senate Campaign (Slate) " Romney won every single county in Utah in 2012, and a poll by the Salt Lake Tribune and the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics projected him to win 64 percent of the vote over Democratic Salt Lake City councilwoman Jenny Wilson. "
February 11, 2018: POLITICAL STRATEGIST KARL ROVE SAYS NASTY POLITICS NOT NEW (Political News) " Karl Rove, known as the “architect” of President George W. Bush’s presidential campaigns, shared one central message here Thursday: 'don’t despair.' Rove, who served as senior adviser and deputy chief of staff to President George W. Bush, spoke at the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, where he said he began his political career. 'They were some of the most exciting and pleasant times I had, and when I left here I was on fire,' Rove said, referring to his time spent at the University of Utah as a student. Among many other topics, Rove addressed the current low levels of trust in American institutions, including the White House, Congress and the media. 'Things are not what they ought to be. I’m not gonna say that things are normal,' Rove said. 'But I like to remind people we’ve been here before.' Rove gave many examples of previous eras in American history when politics have been, in his words, “brutal, nasty, ugly, divisive and unconstructive.' He said the key to overcoming such eras is in the presidency. "
February 9, 2018: In Utah talk, Karl Rove suggests President Donald Trump isn’t the worst Americans have seen (Salt Lake Tribune) " President Donald Trump has called Democrats “treasonous” for not clapping during his State of the Union address. He’s mocked the minority leader of the Senate as “cryin’ Chuck Schumer.” And he’s tweeted that actress Meryl Streep is “over-rated.” Still, Republican strategist Karl Rove said Thursday, the political discourse has been more “nasty and mean and vicious” in America’s past than it is now. Trump, he suggested, is not the worst this country has seen. Speaking at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, where he studied for two years, Rove offered his take on historical partisanship that has caused deeper rifts. "
February 8, 2018: Karl Rove, ‘architect’ of Bush presidential campaigns, speaks at Hinckley Institute (Fox 13) " Political strategist Karl Rove is speaking at the Hinckley Institute of Politics Thursday. Rove served as the senior adviser and deputy chief of staff during the George W. Bush administration. He’s also known as “the architect” of Bush’s 2000 and 2004 presidential campaigns. Rove will speak at the Hinckley Institute at 2 p.m. It’s free and open to the public. "
February 3, 2018: 3 of 4 Utahns support tougher ban on cellphone use while driving (Salt Lake Tribune) " Three of every four Utahns apparently would like to send a message to people who use cellphones while driving: Hang up, already. A new poll commissioned by The Salt Lake Tribune and the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics shows that by a 75-23 margin, Utahns support HB64 by Rep. Carol Moss, D-Holladay — legislation that would clearly ban the use of hand-held cellphones while driving. It would still allow use of hands-free devices. "
February 2, 2018: Romney Says He’ll Decide on Senate Run Mid-Olympics: ‘Join Team Mitt’ (Breitbart Store) " Former Massachusetts governor and failed presidential candidate Mitt Romney said he would announce on February 15 if he is running for the Utah Senate seat being vacated by longtime statesman Orrin Hatch (R-UT). 'I think he’s in,' Jason Perry, executive director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics told the Tribune. 'The way this tweet was put out and the message that was delivered seems to indicate that he has a big announcement.' 'You don’t usually send out a tweet to say ‘I’m not interested,' Perry said."
February 1, 2018: President Trump falsely claims record viewership for his State of the Union address (Salt Lake Tribune) " President Trump falsely claims record viewership for his State of the Union address. Biskupski gives her State of the City speech. McAdams outraises Love. According to a new poll by The Salt Lake Tribune and The Hinckley Institute, 46% of Utah Rep. John Curtis’ constituents don’t know who he is -- something the new congressman says he’ll work to improve. "
January 29, 2018: Opposition to Our Schools Now’s $715M tax hike falls to its lowest level yet (Salt Lake Tribune) " Fifty-six percent of Utahns support an initiative seeking to add $715 million in annual public school funding by boosting income and sales taxes, according to a new poll. That number is in line with recent polls on the Our Schools Now campaign showing a consistent, but not necessarily comfortable, cushion of support for the proposed ballot measure. But the new survey — conducted for The Salt Lake Tribune and the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics — also suggests opposition to Our Schools Now is eroding. Only 38 percent of Utahns say they “strongly” or “somewhat” oppose the initiative, a decline of 5 percentage points since October. "
January 28, 2018: Breaking down the State of The State address (Good4Utah) " On Wednesday, Governor Gary Herbert gave his annual State of the State address, but this year's speech was a little different. Less than a week after the federal government shutdown he decided to focus on what he calls, 'Utah's unique spirit of collaboration,' where he called for all Utahans to come together and work with one another for a brighter future. Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics Jason Perry stops by this weeks Inside Utah Politics to break down the speech. 'People left the speech thinking, I'm proud to be a Utahn, but they're also thinking we have to think beyond ourselves and that is such an important principal. Decisions today impact tomorrow and we have to, kind of be making laws that think that way, 'Perry said. "
January 27, 2018: Should Utah allow higher-alcohol beer in grocery stores? Utahns are split (Salt Lake Tribune) " The selection of 3.2 percent beer in Utah grocery and convenience stores will, later this year, start a rapid decline. Consumers will see fewer options while businesses, especially in rural areas, could see sales revenue drop. Without legislative action, Utah could soon become one of only two states that maintain the 3.2 percent beer mandate. The Legislature is undecided on the issue. And a new Salt Lake Tribune-Hinckley Institute of Politics poll shows their constituents also are split. "
January 26, 2018: Mia Love Vulnerable In Re-Election Race (Goddard's Political Wire) " A new Salt Lake Tribune-Hinckley Institute of Politics poll shows Rep. Mia Love (R) with a small 5-point edge over Salt Lake County Mayor Ben McAdams (D), 47% to 42%, 'a slightly narrower lead than she had three months ago and just outside of the margin of error of plus or minus 4.9 percentage points'.”
January 25, 2018: A majority of Western voters oppose Trump’s energy-focused public lands agenda, poll finds (Salt Lake Tribune) " New bipartisan polling finds widespread disapproval among Western voters of the Trump administration’s public land policies, including recent reductions to two Utah national monuments and the expansion of lands being made available for energy extraction. New polling commissioned by The Salt Lake Tribune and the Hinckley Institute also found Utah voters divided over the monument reductions, but with a near or slight majorities favoring reduction rather than opposing it. "
January 23, 2018: Trump’s team wants Bears Ears, Grand Staircase lawsuits filed in D.C. sent back to Utah (Salt Lake Tribune) " The Trump administration is urging a federal court in Washington to transfer lawsuits seeking to overturn changes to the Bears Ears and Grand Staircase-Escalante national monuments to Utah’s district court, where it says the impact of the ultimate decision will be felt most. A new poll by The Salt Lake Tribune and the Hinckley Institute of Politics shows that about half of Utahns support Trump’s move to dramatically shrink the two monuments. "
January 19, 2018: Bills and ballot initiative aim at legalizing medical marijuana in Utah (Daily Universe) "A BYU graduate’s proposed 2018 ballot initiative effort could lead to the legalization of medical marijuana in Utah. At the same time, a Utah County lawmaker says he will introduce a package of bills aimed the production and sale of cannabis-based medicines. The initiative needs 113,000 signatures by April 15 in order to be included in November’s ballot. A recent poll conducted by the Salt Lake Tribune and the University of Utah Hinckley Institute of Politics shows that 75 percent of Utah voters either strongly or somewhat support the initiative. "
January 19, 2018: Utah preps for federal shutdown as politicians squabble over CHIP (KSL) " Gov. Gary Herbert urged the U.S. Senate on Friday to resolve its differences in order to keep the federal government going and to fund the Children's Health Insurance Program. Political observers in Utah said voters are likely to be frustrated over the difficulty Congress has coming to an agreement. 'It's turning out to be the blame game, and putting very important populations in the middle of that game. It is concerning,' said Jason Perry, head of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics. "
January 13, 2018: Money being raised for Sen. Orrin Hatch library, public policy institute (Deseret News) " Both the University of Utah and Brigham Young University have made their interest in the project known, although other campuses in the state may also be hoping to participate. Jason Perry, head of the U.'s Hinckley Institute of Politics, said he and U. President David Pershing are leading an effort to attract the center. A possible site is on South Temple, near the U.'s Thomas S. Monson Center. 'There is huge interest in the papers that Sen. Hatch has collected in his time in office. There are many organizations that would love to be affiliated with him and his center and the university is one of them,' Perry said. "
January 11, 2018: Republican House speaker in Utah won’t seek re-election (Post Register) "Jason Perry, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, said the Republican may have his eye on a higher office, perhaps the governor’s seat that is opening in 2020. 'What we know about Greg Hughes is he has a plan for whatever he does,' Perry said. 'He is known for being willing to take risks.'Hughes said he would back Mitt Romney if the former Massachusetts governor decides to run for the U.S. Senate seat that will be vacated when Sen. Orrin Hatch retires at the end of the year.
January 10, 2018: Utah House Speaker Greg Hughes will not seek re-election in 2018 (KUTV) "Jason Perry, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, commented, 'I doubt very much that he is finished with politics.' 'Anytime there is a high-profiled political position available, Greg Hughes is on that list,' Perry said. 'And we have some big opportunities coming. He could decide to run for the [U.S.] House, but most speculation is on him being most interested in running for governor' in 2020. "
January 8, 2018: Mitt Romney treated for prostate cancer over the summer (KSL) " Jason Perry, head of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics, said he sees a 'high likelihood' that Romney is running, and the news about his health shouldn't have any negative effect on the race. 'In fact, I think it's just a positive for Mitt Romney. Get that out on your own terms and put it to rest. He's already an amazingly popular candidate. If he decides to run, nothing's going to hurt him in terms of announcements like that,' Perry said. He said the timing of the news is telling. "
January 3, 2018: Mitt Romney could change race for open Senate seat ( Good4Utah) " Morgan Lyon Cotti is the Associate Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah. She notes if Romney does decide to run he would be hard to beat. 'It would be very difficult to challenge Mitt Romney whether from the Republican or Democratic side, said Cotti. 'However if Mitt Romney decides not to run we could see quite a few people going for that seat.' Several people have already declared for the race even before Senator Hatch's announcement. Jenny Wilson, who is a current member of the Salt Lake County Council, is a Democrat who has already announced she's running. "
January 2, 2018: Senator Hatch announces retirement after more than four decades of service (Good4Utah) "Hatch has also been part of the confirmation of every justice currently sitting on the Supreme Court. Morgan Lyon Cotti, with the Hinckley Institute of Politics says regardless of what you think of him, Hatch is an institution in Utah politics. 'You could argue that he's the most powerful politician Utah has ever had. As President Pro Tempore and the chair of the Senate Finance Committee he has a huge amount of sway,' said Lyon Cotti."
January 2, 2018: Orrin Hatch just announced he’ll retire from the Senate (Vox) " A July poll from the Salt Lake Tribune and the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics found 78 percent of voters in the state wanted to see Hatch retire after this term, with 57 percent saying he should "definitely not" run for reelection. Hatch polled 1 point behind the Democratic candidate. "
December 29, 2017: Utah Republicans on edge waiting for Orrin Hatch's re-election decision (Washington Examiner) " 'No poll can adequately account for the toughness of Sen. Hatch as a candidate,' said Jason Perry, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah. 'In a general election between Hatch and a Democratic challenger, it very much depends on who the Democratic candidate is. But at the end of the day, party roots run deep in this very Republican state, and any Democrat would have a very tough time challenging Hatch.' "
December 23, 2017: Rio Grande politics: Speaker Greg Hughes discusses his 'unusual' step into homeless issue (Deseret News) " Political pundits call Hughes' involvement in homelessness issues an "unusual" move for the Draper Republican — who comes from a city that erupted in outrage earlier this year when their mayor volunteered to host a homeless resource center. 'The issue of homelessness has been historically fraught with peril for elected officials,' said Jason Perry, director of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics. And politics aside, 'it is unusual for an elected official, particularly a speaker of the House, to get involved in a very local issue like this,' Perry said. "
December 15, 2017: Local navigators busy on final day of ACA open enrollment (Good4Utah) " Interest is running high despite all the uncertainty surrounding the law. Jason Perry, the Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics says the fate of the ACA is still very much in doubt. 'This was a campaign promise for many Republicans across the country. They are going to take down the Affordable Care Act, and the fact that they have not been able to do it so far is not discouraging this dialogue from happening all across the country,' said Perry. "
December 13, 2017: Utah Democrats: Win in Alabama Senate race 'incredibly energizing' (KSL) " 'The good thing for Romney or any candidate that does not toe the Bannon party line is Bannon will not have the ability to impact good quality Republican candidates in the future,' Jowers said. Jason Perry, head of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics, said Bannon was never going to win over many voters in Utah, even before his candidate lost big in Alabama. "
December 7, 2017: Letter: Majority of Utahns believe in climate change — and politicians should take note (Salt Lake Tribune) "A recent Tribune/Hinckley Institute poll shows that Utahns’ attitudes about our changing climate are changing. The poll, conducted Oct. 10-13, indicates that 72 percent of Utahns believe that climate change is occurring, and 64 percent believe that human activity is exacerbating that change. "
December 4, 2017: Trump decimates two national monuments in ‘historic action’ (Think Progress) " On Monday, Senator Orrin Hatch (R-UT) thanked Trump for 'giving a voice to the people of Utah who for too long have been overlooked in the debate about public lands.' Polling shows that Utah residents are almost evenly split on the issue, though Bears Ears tends to be more controversial than Grand Staircase-Escalate. An October poll commissioned by commissioned by The Salt Lake Tribune and the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics found that 51 percent of Utahans polled in October favored shrinking Bears Ears, but 53 percent opposed breaking up Grand Staircase-Escalante. "
December 4, 2017: TRUMP, WHOM THE LDS CHURCH’S NEWSPAPER ONCE URGED TO DROP OUT OF THE PRESIDENTIAL RACE, WILL MEET WITH TOP MORMON LEADERS TODAY (Hotel Promo) "Several addressed the Mormon faithful in the iconic tabernacle on downtown Salt Lake City’s Temple Square; some even made campaign speeches there. 'We don’t have that [anymore],' Morgan Lyon Cotti, associate director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, said on 'Mormon Land,' 'because of trying to have some more barriers with church and state.'
November 29, 2017: Trump's popularity may be boosted by Utah visit despite split over monuments (KSL) " President Donald Trump's trip to Salt Lake City on Monday to announce reductions in the size of two of the state's national monuments may give him a boost in Utah, despite the split over the issue. 'His popularity level here, I think has a chance to improve,' Jason Perry, head of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics, said Wednesday. 'I think there's just an upside for him.' Polling has shown Utahns are divided over whether the president should shrink the Bears Ears and Grand Staircase-Escalante national monuments, something Perry said will be evident during Trump's visit. "
November 27, 2017: Hatch's big moment arrives as tax fight heads to Senate floor (10 News) " Overhauling the tax code is always a tall order, which is one reason Congress hasn't passed legislation of this magnitude since 1986. But as lawmakers return Monday from the Thanksgiving break, Hatch, the 83-year-old Utah Republican who chairs the tax-writing Senate Finance Committee, faces special challenges. 'If he decides not to run for re-election, this would be the capstone of the career of a senator who has passed more legislation than any other person in Congress,' said Jason Perry, the director of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics. "
November 20, 2017: Bannon's Senate Insurgency Hits a Stumbling Block in Utah (The Atlantic) " Steve Bannon’s widely hyped war on the Republican establishment hit a setback Monday in Utah, when a prominent conservative he’d been courting to mount an insurgent Senate bid in the state announced he wouldn’t run. That sentiment was echoed by other Utah politicos I heard from Monday. 'If Mitt Romney enters the Senate race, it is hard to imagine any other candidate, hand picked by Bannon or otherwise, who could beat him,' said Jason Perry, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. 'Romney is political royalty in Utah and his brand of politics resonates with Utah voters.' "
November 18, 2017: The Watchdog That Demands Transparency: Bob Woodward at the Hinckley Institute (HerCampus) " Woodward said he was borderline obsessed with his job at the Post. He was the worker who was there early, stayed late, and was 'dumb enough to come to work this morning' when his superiors needed a Saturday story covered. The respected journalist we know today originally wanted to be a lawyer. He told Sam Rich, a U alum who conducted the interview at Hinkley’s event, he planned on following his father’s footsteps, and worked as a janitor for his father’s law firm. One day, he came upon papers concerning his classmates. It was his curiosity in reading about the dirt on his classmates lives that fed his interests in becoming a journalist. "
November 16, 2017: Watergate reporter Bob Woodward calls current political climate a test for democracy (KSL) " The Pulitzer prize-winning reporter and prolific author spoke as part of the Hinckley Institute of Politics' 2017 Sam Rich Lecture Series. The conversation with Doug Fabrizio, host and executive producer the RadioWest program on KUER radio, focused on Woodward's experiences with fellow Washington Post reporter Carl Bernstein investigating Richard Nixon and the scandal that ended his presidency in 1974. "
November 10, 2017: Mitt Romney may be making moves to run for Senate (KSL) " Mitt Romney's interest in running for the Senate appears to be intensifying, even though Sen. Orrin Hatch, R-Utah, has shown no sign he's decided to retire. 'Everyone is waiting for him to make that decision,' said Jason Perry, head of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics. 'Even Mitt Romney is waiting for that decision, out of an abundance of respect for the career Sen. Hatch has had.'But Perry said that hasn't stopped the 2012 GOP presidential nominee from openly discussing a possible Senate run next year. "
November 9, 2017: More women running for office, and winning (Good4Utah) " Morgan Lyon Cotti is the Associate Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah. She notes woman often feel they need to be over qualified to run, which often keeps them from trying. That's why these wins were so big. 'This is a big deal,' said Lyon Cotti. 'And we see that governing changes when women are at the table.' Lyon Cotti is also a part of a Utah non-partisan organization called 'Real Women Run.' The group helps train and get women ready to run for office. While the group has mostly worked on the Wasatch Front, they've started to get more interest from around the state. "
November 7, 2017: Curtis Poised to Succeed Chaffetz in Utah (Roll Call) "Curtis had a nearly 30-point lead in a Salt Lake Tribune/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll conducted in early October. Forty-six percent of those surveyed backed Curtis, 19 percent backed Allen and 9 percent backed Bennett. "
November 6, 2017: 3rd District vacancy to be filled on Election Day (Good4Utah) " Tuesday, we will find out who voters choose to fill the vacant seat in Utah's 3rd Congressional District. 'This is just a tough district for a democrat. This is one of the most reliably red districts in the whole country. This is one Jason Chaffetz had for such a long time, won by huge margins. It's just one of those areas where republicans do really, really well,' said Hinckley Institute of Politics Director Jason Perry. "
November 5, 2017: Breaking down the big races in this weeks upcoming General Election (Good4Utah) " Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics Jason Perry stops by Inside Utah Politics to talk about some of the key races on this Tuesday's General Election ballot including the Special Election in Utah's 3rd Congressional District. '[John Curtis} he has had a consistent lead through this entire process, nothing has happened to change that. Even the debates didn't change anything there. Everyone loves who they love, but he's going into this election with a thirty point lead' said Perry. "
November 2, 2017: Most Utahns say a baker with a religious objection shouldn’t have to sell a wedding cake to a same-sex couple (TVN) "A new Salt Lake Tribune/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll shows that 67 percent of registered voters would support a law to let business owners deny consumer services on religious grounds, while 29 percent would not. The question itself turns on the tension between religious freedom and the advancing civil rights for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender citizens, who have been legally allowed to marry in all 50 states since 2015. "
October 31, 2017: This Green Earth (KPCW) " Then, former Congressman Bob Inglis talks about a speech he is giving this Friday, November 3rd at the Hinckley Institute of Politics. Bob is a republican from South Carolina who received high marks from his colleagues and constituents until he embraced one subject - climate change. Learn why he did this, why it cost him his seat and why he still embraces it today. "
October 29, 2017: Big names line up to support Mia Love, how will that impact the race? (Good4Utah) " Representative Mia Love rolled out her Campaign Finance Committee and it includes some big Utah names.Kathleen Anderson and Jeff Swift debate what that could mean for the race. They also weigh in on a new Salt Lake Tribune/ Hinckley Institute of Politics poll on the 2020 governors race and Senator Jeff Flakes speech on the Senate floor."
October 27, 2017: Hatch Retirement Rumors Heat Up Again (KUER) "The Atlantic magazine reported Friday that Hatch has privately been telling friends he will retire at the end of his term next year, citing five sources familiar with the conversations. Hatch’s office immediately rebutted the article, saying there was nothing new to be reported. The seven-term Republican senator has repeatedly said he’s yet to make a final decision.'Sen. Hatch has a difficult decision to make,' says Jason Perry, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics. 'In the end, he is the only one who can make it, and people are going to wait for him to do it.' That said, Perry says speculation continues to grow about Mitt Romney entering the race should Hatch step aside.
October 27, 2017: A majority of Utah voters like the idea of creating an independent board to work on redistricting (Salt Lake Tribune) "One in four registered voters strongly supports the Better Boundaries plan and 28 percent somewhat support the idea, according to the results of polling by Dan Jones & Associates for The Salt Lake Tribune and the Hinckley Institute of Politics. Twenty-seven percent of the 605 registered voters surveyed were either strongly or somewhat opposed to the idea. And 20 percent didn’t know whether they supported the initiative, one of five that may be on the 2018 ballot. "
October 25, 2017: Count My Vote set to hold public hearings this week (KSL) " Jason Perry, head of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics, said answering that question is going to be key to the success of the Count My Vote initiative. 'The messaging for the Count My Vote initiative is the most important part, because Utahns are weary of things that limit options," Perry said. "It has to be a message of choice.'
October 23, 2017: New poll has Chaffetz in the lead among early contenders for governor (Good4news) " A new Salt Lake Tribune/ Hinckley Institute of Politics poll is giving us a glance into the next race for Utah governor. 'At this point, it is really just about name ID and recognition. When you go out a couple of years before a race what you are really saying is, who do you know and do you like them? And right now, people know Jason Chaffetz and they like him,' said Jason Perry, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics. "
October 21, 2017: Most Utahns are worried about North Korea's nuclear program, but very few favor a military strike to stop it (Salt Lake Tribune) " More than eight in 10 Utahns are concerned about North Korea’s nuclear program but they are split on what approach to take — continuing with sanctions or conducting direct negotiations with the rogue country, a new poll by The Salt Lake Tribune and the Hinckley Institute of Politics found."
October 19, 2017: Poll: Utahns say Orrin Hatch shouldn’t run again, but Mitt Romney should (Salt Lake Tribune) " 'Voters are saying, ‘Please don’t run again.’ Many have fond memories of Senator Hatch, but they feel the time has come for him to step aside,' said pollster Dan Jones, who conducted the survey for The Salt Lake Tribune and the Hinckley Institute of Politics."
October 18, 2017: As leaders assess first two months, Operation Rio Grande gets a thumbs up from Utah voters (Salt Lake Tribune): " A new statewide Salt Lake Tribune-Hinckley Institute of Politics poll shows nearly two-thirds of registered voters believe the effort has been at least somewhat effective in reducing lawlessness near the 210 S. Rio Grande St. shelter."
October 18, 2017: Big majority of Utahns favors banning rapid-fire gun modifications after Las Vegas shooting (trueviralnews): " Some 69 percent of surveyed Utahns – including majorities across party, ideology, religion and education-level lines – say they want a law to prohibit the devices that can allow a semi-automatic rifle to fire more rounds more quickly, according to The Salt Lake Tribune-Hinckley Institute of Politics poll. The Las Vegas shooter had rigged multiple rifles with bump stocks, allowing him to spray bullets into the crowd. "
October 10, 2017: Republican congressional hopeful John Curtis nabs Romney endorsement in race to replace Chaffetz (trueviralnews): " 'It’s a huge deal in this race,' said Jason Perry, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics. 'The Romney name carries a significant amount of weight and if he’s behind you, significant portions of Utah come with him.' Perry also said support from Romney is hard to earn. 'Everyone would love to have it, but it’s not just handed out.'
October 8, 2017: KSL TV Sunday Edition (KSL, Deseret News): "Morgan Lyon Cotti and Lois Collins discuss the politics that surround tragedy with Mike Headrick."
September 30, 2017: McAdams ponders congressional run in Love's 4th District" (KSL) " Jason Perry, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, said McAdams is known for having "support from both sides of the aisle." A broad coalition of support would be needed to beat Love, who has been garnering more and more of the vote in the 4th District every two years since being defeated by Democrat incumbent Jim Matheson in 2012, Perry said."
September 25, 2017: "U. officials chat with students before this week's Ben Shapiro speech" (KSL) " To encourage civil discussion on the differences about free speech and hate speech, the Lowell Bennion Community Service Center and the Hinckley Institute of Politics sponsored a "pizza and politics" forum titled "Free Speech at What Cost?" on Monday. Almost 80 students and faculty attended the on-campus forum, which included Lori McDonald, U. dean of students; Nicole Robinson, assistant vice president for equity and diversity; Boyd Ferguson, senior attorney at the Salt Lake City Attorney's Office; and David Reymann, attorney with Parr Brown Gee and Loveless, as panelists."
September 18, 2017: "Jon Huntsman Jr. faces Senate hearing for Ambassador to Russia job" (Fox 13 News) " Hinckley Institute of Politics Director Jason Perry expects the hearing to focus more on Trump than on Huntsman, because Trump is under investigation by Senate and House Committees as well as Special Prosecutor Robert Mueller, all examining alleged ties between the President, his campaign, and the government of Russia."
September 11, 2017: Journalist who helped break Watergate scandal to visit U of U" (KUTV) " The University of Utah announced on September 11 that the Hinckley Institute of Politics will be welcoming Bob Woodward as the 2017 Sam Rich Lecturer."
September 11, 2017: " Mitt Romney may run for Utah Senate seat in 2018: report" (Morning Star) " Two-time Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney is preparing to run for Senator from Utah in 2018 if Sen. Orrin Hatch, the senior-most Republican in the Senate, decides to retire. A poll last month by the Salt Lake Tribune and the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics, found that nearly 8-in-10 registered Utah voters don't think Hatch should seek re-election."
September 3, 2017: "Iconic journalist to visit Utah this fall" (Good4Utah) "Investigative Journalist Bob Woodward will speak to students about the importance of the press and how he broke the story on Watergate. Woodward will also talk about the similarities between politics today and during his time at the height of his career. Jason Perry, the Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, broke the news on Inside Utah Politics.
September 1, 2017: "News roundup: Treasury secretary suggests Harriet Tubman’s future on $20 bill is uncertain" (Salt Lake Tribune) " Dirty campaign tactics used by politicians are teaching us ”to hate each other,” said Project Vote Smart co-founder Richard Kimball during a forum at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics on Thursday."
August 24, 2017: "The redistricting process" (KCPW) " Emily Means talks with Rep. Gage Froerer, R-Huntsville, and Rep. Rebecca Chavez-Houck, D-Salt Lake City, about redistricting, the process of re-evaluating and redrawing political boundaries following the U.S. census; and their thoughts on the Better Boundaries initiative. Also, Jason Perry from the Hinckley Institute of Politics lays the groundwork for understanding where congressional seats are located."
August 23, 2017: "Chris Stewart says he’ll seek Senate seat if Orrin Hatch doesn’t run for re-election" (Salt Lake Tribune) "Utah Rep. Chris Stewart “absolutely” hopes his colleague and mentor Sen. Orrin Hatch, the longest-serving Republican senator in history, runs for re-election in 2018. But if he doesn’t, Stewart said he plans to launch a bid for Hatch’s seat. 'If Hatch decides not to run, the list of candidates grows immediately,' said Hinckley Institute Director Jason Perry. 'There are several people who have campaign machines already running.' Stewart, who took office in 2013, would be 'a very strong candidate,' Perry added, though other possible contenders could be challenging opponents for the congressman.
August 17, 2017: "Tribune Editorial: We need more women on Utah's courts" (Salt Lake Tribune) " Part of why the ascent of women onto the Utah judiciary has been so slow is due to an antiquated cultural prohibition on men and women socializing, even in the workplace. A recent Tribune-Hinckley Institute of Politics poll shows that men and women in Utah feel social mingling between the sexes is often inappropriate, especially evening activities."
August 15, 2017: " What to know about the Alabama primary" (Fox News) " Unlike other House races decided this year, Democrats are not seriously contesting the heavily GOP district… Instead, Tuesday’s GOP primary in Utah is set to be decided along more familiar lines of ideology and sensibility in a state whose Republican voters have long had an uneasy relationship with Trump. 'The short answer is, President Trump has not been much of a factor in this race,’ said Jason Perry, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah."
August, 10, 2017: " 'Now the real work begins': Medical cannabis advocates cleared to collect initiative signatures" (KSL) "Efforts to put a medical cannabis initiative on the voting ballot reached a new milestone Thursday when Lt. Governor Spencer Cox granted approval to the Utah Patients Coalition to begin gathering petition signatures. 'Now the real work begins,' said DJ Schanz, co-director of the organization's campaign. Jason Perry, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, agreed with Schanz that gathering signatures is 'not an easy process.' Perry said many groups who oppose the bill will almost immediately begin campaigning against it. 'That is the dance that's going to occur,' he said."
August 1, 2017: "Poll: 78% of Utahns don't support Sen. Hatch run for 8th term" (KSL) "A majority of Utahns do not think Sen. Orrin Hatch should run for an eighth term in office, according to a new poll. The poll, by The Salt Lake Tribune and the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics, shows 78 percent of respondents said Hatch should not run again when his current term ends."
July 31, 2017: "Over 75 percent of Utahns support medical marijuana ballot initiative, a new poll says" (Salt Lake Tribune) " It stands to reason, then, that the Sugar House resident is in favor of a proposed 2018 ballot initiative that would legalize medical marijuana in Utah. And a new Salt Lake Tribune-Hinckley Institute of Politics poll shows that 77 percent of Utah voters somewhat or strongly support it as well. That relatively high level of backing isn't surprising to medical-marijuana advocate Christine Stenquist. The people of the Beehive State, she said, 'are ready for this issue.'"
July 29, 2017: "Race for Chaffetz's House seat heats up, in GOP primary debate" (FoxNews) " Republican candidates for the seat vacated by U.S. Rep. Jason Chaffetz jockeyed to burnish their conservative credentials in a Friday debate that got heated over one candidate's former Democratic ties. The event was in Provo, hosted by the Hinckley Institute of Politics and The Salt Lake Tribune."
July 28, 2017: " Representative Stewart angry over failed health care vote" (Good4Utah) " In the early morning hours the republican effort to repeal and replace Obamacare suffered a stunning defeat.'This was a high drama night. People coming to the floor not knowing what their votes are going to be, and in the end Senator John McCain really derailed the republicans efforts on health care for right now,' said Jason Perry, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics.
July 18, 2017: "Trump to nominate Jon Huntsman Jr. as ambassador to Russia" (KSL) " President Donald Trump announced Tuesday that he will nominate former Utah Gov. Jon Huntsman Jr. as U.S. ambassador to Russia, ending months of speculation about the high-profile, high-stakes appointment. 'It's the nomination that we have been waiting for and he is the perfect choice for this position, and if there was ever a time we needed Jon Huntsman, this is it,' said Jason Perry, head of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics."
June 27, 2017: "Salt Lake County is becoming less Mormon—Utah County is headed in the other direction" (Salt Lake Tribune) "'Salt Lake County and Utah County are so different but are becoming one big metro area,' said Morgan Lyon Cotti, a political scientist at the U. Part of the religious divide is driven by housing costs, but she suggests some of it also might come from workers more willing to commute, especially those who have relocated from more crowded states like California."
June 8, 2017: "Utah members of Congress say nothing new in Comey testimony" (KSL) "Kirk Jowers, former head of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics, said Comey's testimony didn't produce a smoking gun for the Democrats to take Trump out, but 'boy, there's a lot there.'"
June 5, 2017: "First candidate qualifies for ballot spot in race to replace Utah 3rd District’s Chaffetz" (The Salt Lake Tribune) "Deidre Henderson standing out as strong candidates from the GOP, according to Jason Perry, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics. Although the district is reliably red, Perry acknowledged that Democrat Kathie Allen could also be a contender."
June 2, 2017: "GOP delegates 'highly encouraged' to donate at convention to replace Chaffetz" (Deseret News) "Jason Perry, head of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics, said the Republican Party is "clearly trying to find ways to get funding flowing.""
June 1, 2017: "A.M. notes: LDS Church to repay tithing, plans for Mitt Romney's summit, double-decker I-15 in the future?" (Deseret News) "Kirk Jowers, a former head of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics, told the Deseret News that Trump won’t be a subject of discussion."
May 26, 2017: "Chaffetz's exit leaves 21—so far— seeking to fill the void" (The Salt Lake Tribune) ""This is a very crowded slate," said Jason Perry, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics. "All of them are not going to be able to get to the finish line."
May 25, 2017: "Congressional race gets crowded as Provo Mayor joins candidates" (Good4Utah) "Jason Perry is the Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah. He said this is the most candidates he's seen in a local congressional race."
May 16, 2017: "U. looks to create endowed chair honoring the late Bob Bennett" (The Salt Lake Tribune) "After losing re-election, Bennett taught at the U. and mentored students at the Hinckley Institute of Politics."
May 10, 2017: "No way around politics in Comey firing, Utah leaders say" (Deseret News) "Jason Perry, director of the University of Utah Hinckley Institute of Politics, said the way Trump dismissed the FBI director won't instill confidence in the American public.'"
April 25, 2017: "Chaffetz says Michael Flynn may face 'repercussions for a violation of law' after accepting Russian money" (The Salt Lake Tribune) "Hinckley Institute of Politics Director Jason Perry suggests that Flynn presents "a very safe way to look at some dealings with Russia.""
April 20, 2017: "Rep. Chaffetz considers leaving Congress before the end of his term" (FOX 13) "Morgan Lyon Cotti of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah said Chaffetz is on par with many past members of the state's congressional delegation who have served about 10 years, then retiring because of 'burn out.'"
April 19, 2017: "RadioActive" (90.9 KRCL) "Morgan Lyon-Cotti, Hinckley Institute of Politics, on the political tea leaves in the wake of today's #breakingnews: Utah Congressman Jason Chaffetz will not be seeking re-election."
April 19, 2017: "Utah Rep. Jason Chaffetz says he won't seek re-election but his plans remain unclear" (KSL) "Jason Perry, head of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics, said Chaffetz should be taken at his word when he talks about the toll his being in Congress has taken on his family."
April 19, 2017: "Jason Chaffetz was a political celebrity almost from the start" (KUTV) "'He is an unconventional candidate in most respects,' said Jason Perry, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah."
April 19, 2017: "Will he or won't he? Hatch keeps Utah in suspense" (Roll Call) "'That momentum that claimed the position of Sen. Bob Bennett in Utah is not really there right now,' said Jason Perry, head of the Hinckley Institute."
April 10, 2017: "More than a third of Utahns know someone who died by suicide, 42 percent know someone who tried, poll shows" (The Salt Lake Tribune) "A recent Salt Lake Tribune-Hinckley Institute of Politics poll indicates nearly 38 percent of Utahns knew someone who died by suicide."
April 8, 2017: "Utahns not thrilled with state's response to Outdoor Retailer staredown, poll shows" (The Salt Lake Tribune) "A Salt Lake Tribune-Hinckley Institute of Politics poll showed 34 percent of registered voters evaluated the state's response to Outdoor Retailer complaints as excellent or good, while 23 percent rated it as fair and 31 percent found it poor."
April 6, 2017: "Could Romney take Hatch's place in the Senate?" (FOX 13) "'The rumors are just rumors until Senator Hatch decides he wants to do,' said Jason Perry, Director of Hinckley Institute of Politics."
April 6, 2017: "Will Mitt Romney Run for U.S. Senate in 2018?" (Good4Utah) "'[Hatch] said 'maybe I'd feel OK about not running if someone taking my place like Mitt Romney was in the picture',' Hinckley Institute of Politics Director Jason Perry said."
April 4, 2017: "'Nuclear Option' could change future of Supreme Court" (Good4Utah) "Jason Perry, who is the Executive Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, notes a drawback of simple majority is it could change how nominees are selected."
March 30, 2017: "Most Utahns don't know a homeless person, says poll. Could it help explain NIMBY view on shelters?" (The Salt Lake Tribune) "79 percent of registered Utah voters say they have no personal affiliation with a homeless individual, according to a new Salt Lake Tribune-Hinckley Institute of Politics poll"
March 28, 2017: "Trump approval sinks nationally, rises in Utah" (FOX 13) "Jason Perry, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, says the two polls reflect different moments in time for Trump."
March 26, 2017: "Majority of Utahns now view Trump favorably, poll shows" (The Salt Lake Tribune) "A Salt Lake Tribune-Hinckley Institute of Politics poll finds that 54 percent of registered voters say they somewhat or strongly approve of Trump's job performance."
March 26, 2017: "Voters skeptical of concealed gun law as protection for sex-assault victims" (The Salt Lake Tribune) "Women disliked the measure by more than a two-to-one margin...according to a Salt Lake Tribune-Hinckley Institute of Politics poll.
March 25, 2017: "Ted Wilson calls it a day—and it's real this time" (The Salt Lake Tribune) "He served three terms as mayor from 1976-1985 before becoming director for the Hinckley Insititute of Politics."
March 24, 2017: "Rep. Chris Stewart postpones town hall; Poll shows most Utahns want Congress members to hold meetings" (The Salt Lake Tribune) "That's not entirely unexpected, said Hinckley Institute of Politics Director Jason Perry."
March 23, 2017: "Utah governor signs bill allowing 18-year-olds to obtain concealed-weapon permits" (The Salt Lake Tribune) "A majority of Utah voters — 60 percent — opposed HB198, according to a Salt Lake Tribune-Hinckley Institute of Politics poll."
March 23, 2017: "Herbert signs nation's first 0.05 DUI bill; Utahns split on issue" (The Salt Lake Tribune) "That happened as a new poll by The Salt Lake Tribune and the Hinckley Institute of Politics shows that Utahns are evenly split on that bill."
March 23, 2017: "Utah law professors, constituents urge Chaffetz to investigate Trump—and poll shows voters agree" (The Salt Lake Tribune) "Utahns agree by a more than two-to-one margin, according to a new Salt Lake Tribune-Hinckley Institute of Politics poll."
March 10, 2017: "Your Questions About the Legislative Session, Answered" (Good4Utah) "Morgan Lyon Cotti from the Hinckley Institute of Politics from the University of Utah joined GMU to talk about the session."
March 8, 2017: "Reports: Former Utah Gov. Jon Huntsman Jr. chosen as US ambassador to Russia" (KSL) "Sending Huntsman to represent the United States in Russia can only help Trump, said Jason Perry, head of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics."
March 7, 2017: "Why does President Trump think President Obama wire tapped him?" (Good4Utah) "Morgan Lyon Cotti from the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah joined GMU to talk about President Trump's allegations of wire tapping and revised travel ban."
March 6, 2017: "Young Utahns need to know about consent and sexual violence in a real-world way, panel says" (The Salt Lake Tribune) "Those conversations need to be happening, Jackson said Monday at a Hinckley Institute of Politics panel on rape."
March 1, 2017: "Report: Jon Huntsman Jr. 'in discussions' to become ambassador to Russia" (KSL) "Jason Perry, head of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics....said Huntsman could help Trump deal with the concerns about Russia."
February 28, 2016: "Utahns React to President Trump's Speech" (Good4Utah) "Jason Perry of the Hinckley Institute of Politics said the first joint session address for a president is when they transition from campaign mode to their presidency."
February 28, 2017: "Reports: Huntsman being considered for deputy secretary of state" (Deseret News) "Jason Perry, head of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics, says any president 'would be luck to have Jon Huntsman' as part of his or her administration."
February 23, 2017: "Plan takes shape for spending Our Schools Now tax money" (The Salt Lake Tribune) "A recent Salt Lake Tribune-Hinckley Institute of Politics poll found a small majority of Utahns support the tax increase initiative."
February 20, 2017: "Presidential Visits, Executive Orders, Redistricting, Students of Washington and Hawthorne Elementary Schools" (KRCL) Morgan Lyon-Cotti, Associate Director of the Hinckley Institute, is a guest.
February 19, 2017: "How to get more women to run for office" (OZY) "Back in the ’80s and ’90s, Utah’s state government became increasingly female over time, says Morgan Lyon Cotti, an associate director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics."
February 10, 2017: "Chaffetz: Town hall attendees were 'paid attempt to bully and intimidate'" (KSL) "Jason Perry, head of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics, said politicians need to pay attention."
February 5, 2017: "Most Utahns support pornography lawsuit bill" (The Salt Lake Tribune) "Lopez is among 57 percent of Utahns who support legislation that would open the door to lawsuits against pornographers when their products cause emotional or psychological damage, according to a recent Salt Lake Tribune/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll."
February 2, 2017: "Poll: Utahns split on later school start times" (The Salt Lake Tribune) "But a new Salt Lake Tribune/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll shows Utahns are divided on the idea of later school days."
January 31, 2017: "Poll shows Utahns hardly united against Bears Ears as House seeks to erase it" (The Salt Lake Tribune) "The Salt Lake Tribune-Hinckley Institute of Politics survey polled 605 registered voters between Jan. 9 and Jan. 16 to gauge their positions on Bears Ears and other subjects."
January 27, 2017: "Lawmakers put medical pot on pause despite most Utahns' support" (The Salt Lake Tribune) "The decision to delay action comes as a new Salt Lake Tribune-Hinckley Institute of Politics poll shows a clear majority of Utahns favor legalization of medical marijuana."
January 26, 2017: "Utahns oppose Trump's plan to curtail refugee immigration" (The Salt Lake Tribune) "Some 55 percent of registered voters in Utah said they would oppose efforts to suspend or curtail acceptance of immigrants from countries facing terrorism or war while 40 percent said they would back such efforts, according to a Salt Lake Tribune-Hinckley Institute of Politics survey."
January 25, 2017: "Utahns approve of Sen. Hatch's performance but don't want him to run again" (The Salt Lake Tribune) "Jason Perry, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, warned it's far too early to count Hatch out if he decides to seek re-election, although Huntsman would be formidable if he jumped in.
January 25, 2017: "McMullin launches nonpartisan organization in 'defense of our democracy'" (KSL) "It's not clear how much impact the new organization will have now that Trump is in the White House, said Jason Perry, head of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics.
January 25, 2017: "GOP senator to sponsor equal pay for equal work bill" (Deseret News) "Jason Perry, head of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics, said he believes the equal pay issue will get some consideration this session."
January 24, 2017: "Curtain call for Utah's 'Zion Curtain' may be at hand" (The Salt Lake Tribune) "A new Salt Lake Tribune-Hinckley Institute of Politics poll says 73 percent of residents oppose the Zion Curtain."
January 19, 2017: "What you can expect in Trump's first 100 days as president" (KUTV) "Jason Perry, Director of the Hinckley Institute Of Politics, talked about whether that’s a real possibility."
January 19, 2017: "Most Utahns give thumbs-down on Trump, don't like Obama either" (The Salt Lake Tribune) "'We are still divided today as we were during the election,' said Jason Perry, director of the Hinckley Institute."
January 3, 2017: "Trump's tweets wearing on Utahns, new poll finds" (KSL) "Trump's tweeting proved powerful Tuesday, but that may not be enough to change Utahns' minds about his use of Twitter to communicate, said Jason Perry, head of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics."
December 19, 2016: "Utah's six electors vote for President-elect Trump despite protest" (Deseret News) "Jason Perry, head of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics, said the protest 'really gets to the heart...'"
December 19, 2016: "Trump's 'thank you' tour ends without Utah stop" (KSL) "But Jason Perry, head of the Hinckley Institute, said Utahns shouldn't make too much of not being included in the tour."
December 2, 2016: "Number of jobs that leave Utah--who knows?" (KUTV) "'...often hear about companies that are looking for some kind of incentive to stay,' said Jason Perry, director of theHinckley Institute of Politics..."
November 28, 2016: "Trump's claims of voter fraud 'dangerous' and erode confidence, Lt. Gov. Cox says" (KSL) "Trump's success in Utah and other states makes his latest allegations about voter fraud all the more confusing, said Jason Perry, head of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics."
November 22, 2016: "Romney still seen as top contender for secretary of state under Trump" (KSL)"'It seems so improbable that it just might be true,' said Jason Perry, head of the University of Utah'sHinckley Institute of Politics."
November 22, 2016: "Several Utahns could join Trump's team" (KUTV) "'...to say Romney was a serious contender,' Jason Perry with the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah said."
November 16, 2016: "Q&A with Chris Coombs" (Salt Lake City Weekly) "He has worked as a student ambassador in marketing and outreach with the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the U."
November 13, 2016: "About Utah: Making history by prosecuting wartime rape" (Deseret News)"Just this week, Prosper gave another talk at the Hinckley Institute — this one about the documentary film recently completed about his historic three and a half years in Rwanda."
November 11, 2016: "Presidential election exit polls show Utahns highly conflicted" (KSL) "Jason Perry, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, said last-minute plot twists like the WikiLeaks releases..."
November 9, 2016: "Election 2016 Results and Analysis" (KRCL) Election analysis with Morgan Lyon Cotti of the Hinckley Institute of Politics.
November 8, 2016: "Utah voters side with Trump" (Deseret News) "'They have been struggling with this decision,' said Jason Perry, head of the U's Hinckley Institute of Politics, and may ultimately decide it is better to 'go with what they know.'"
November 8, 2016: "Trump takes Utah, state Dems stunned by Clinton’s loss" (The Salt Lake Tribune) "'McMullin had his moment,' said Jason Perry, the director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics. 'In the end it came down to who they know and largely to their party.'"
November 7, 2016: "Utah millennials: Who are they voting for?" (KUTV) "Five of those millennials spoke with 2News Monday afternoon at the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah."
November 6, 2016: "Utah Dems hold edge in early voting as wild election heads for finish line" (The Salt Lake Tribune) "A Salt Lake Tribune-Hinckley Institute of Politics poll, completed Thursday, found 53 percent of likely voters already have voted..."
November 4, 2016: "McAdams has big lead over GOP mayoral foe" (The Salt Lake Tribune)"McAdams had the support of 57 percent of the county voters surveyed Oct. 20-27 for a Salt Lake Tribune-Hinckley Institute of Politics poll..."
November 3, 2016: "Students Gather for Conversation With Evan McMullin" (Daily Utah Chronicle) "On Wednesday, he spoke to over a hundred U graduate and undergraduate students, as well as members of the Salt Lake community, at an event hosted by the Hinckley Institute of Politics.
November 2, 2016: "Misty Snow has made history, but Mike Lee holds massive advantage" (The Salt Lake Tribune) "... Lee has the backing of 64 percent of likely Utah voters in a new poll commissioned by The Salt Lake Tribune and the Hinckley Institute of Politics."
November 2, 2016: "Poll shows Herbert rolling to likely win in third and final race for governor" (The Salt Lake Tribune) "The poll, conducted for the Salt Lake Tribune and The Hinckley Institute of Politics by Dan Jones & Associates, shows Herbert trouncing Weinholtz by a margin of 63 percent to 26 percent..."
November 2, 2016: "Why Utah, alone, is seriously considering a third choice" (The Christian Science Monitor) "'Utahns want to feel good about who they’re voting for,' says Jason Perry, director of theHinckley Institute of Politics at Utah University."
November 2, 2016: "Evan McMullin pitches new conservative movement to millennials" (Radio West) "... Evan McMullin stepped up his outreach to millennials at a candidate forum at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.
November 2, 2016: "McMullin says he’s received death threats from white supremacists" (FOX 13)"... McMullin told reporters ahead of an appearance at the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics."
November 2, 2016: "McMullin reaches out to Utah millennials in presidential race" (Deseret News)"... students who filled the U.'s Hinckley Institute of Politics auditorium to hear from McMullin and his running mate, Mindy Finn..."
November 1, 2016: "Incumbent Reps. Chaffetz, Bishop, Stewart lead by huge margins" (The Salt Lake Tribune) "Specifically, a new Salt Lake Tribune-Hinckley Institute of Politics survey shows..."
November 1, 2016: "County residents want exit process for incapacitated officials, according to survey, but what’s the bar?" (The Salt Lake Tribune) "If an elected official becomes incapacitated, Salt Lake County residents almost universally believe a process should exist to remove that person from office, according to a Salt Lake Tribune-Hinckley Institute of Politics poll.
October 31, 2016: "Chaffetz at center of controversy over FBI director's letter about Clinton emails" (Deseret News) "Jason Perry, head of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics, said it's no surprise Chaffetz is 'leading the charge' on getting the word out about Comey's letter to Congress."
October 31, 2016: "New Salt Lake Tribune poll shows Love up by 12 points, but Owens says he’s closing in" (The Salt Lake Tribune) "A new poll conducted for The Salt Lake Tribune and theHinckley Institute of Politics shows Love leading Owens by 12 percentage points..."
October 30, 2016: "GOP's Snelgrove leads Kanter in Salt Lake County Council race" (The Salt Lake Tribune) "The just-released Salt Lake Tribune-Hinckley Institute of Politics poll shows Snelgrove with 50 percent support to 37 percent for Kanter..."
October 30, 2016: "Trump leads (barely) in Utah, where voters are repulsed by major-party choices" (The Salt Lake Tribune) "The poll conducted Oct. 20-27 for The Salt Lake Tribune and theHinckley Institute of Politics shows Trump still holding a slight lead in the state at 32 percent..."
October 28, 2016: "After flipping against Trump, why some Republicans are now embracing the flop" (The Washington Post) "Jason P. Perry, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, said Chaffetz appears wary of breaking in any significant way with the GOP..."
October 27, 2016: "Generous gift by Carolyn and Kem C. Gardner will make new U. classroom building possible" (Deseret News) "The building, expected to be completed the summer of 2018, will house several academic programs, the U.'s student advising center, the Hinckley Institute of Politics, food service and space for student group work, Watkins said."
October 24, 2016: "Utah: America's new political conscience as Never Trumpland" (San Francisco Chronicle) "'All of those things that are in the picture now created the perfect storm,' said Jason Perry, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah."
October 24, 2016: "Mike Pence to make campaign visit in bid to shore up Utah support" (The Salt Lake Tribune) "'It's still a state that he needs to spend time in,' said Jason Perry, director of theHinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah
October 21, 2016: "McMullin surging in Utah: Indy candidate's plan for Electoral College chaos." (Fox News) "'He captured the perfect storm in terms of timing,' said Jason Perry, director of theHinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah..."
October 21, 2016: "Education system faces high turnover, teacher shortage, says new study" (Utah Business) "Utah’s education system faces high turnover rates and an impending teacher shortage, according to a study released Friday by the Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute, the Utah Education Policy Center, and the Hinckley Institute of Politics.
October 20, 2016: "Final presidential debate sparks laughs, groans and some indecision at U. of U." (The Salt Lake Tribune) "At a post-debate discussion led by Hinckley Institute of Politics Director Jason Perry, a student said he thought Trump's strongest moment occurred when..."
October 20, 2016: "Report: Salaries just 'part of the solution' for Utah's teacher shortage" (Deseret News) "In an election brief authored in partnership with the University of Utah's Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute and Hinckley Institute of Politics, researchers called on lawmakers to address low teacher pay but also to invest in professional development and teacher."
October 19, 2016: "New poll shows Evan McMullin leading Trump, Clinton in Utah" (FOX 13)"'What we`ve really seen, is every poll is showing Evan McMullin going up,' explained Hinckley Institute of Politics Director Jason Perry."
October 19, 2016: "Op-ed: Millennials willing to engage politically, and colleges can drive participation" (The Salt Lake Tribune) Op-ed by Courtney McBeth "My experience is contradictory to the popularized negative view of apathetic millennials after working with thousands of students over the past 15 years at the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics."
October 18, 2016: "Do you have election anxiety? Here's what experts say you should do" (Deseret News) "Morgan Lyon Cotti of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics said the doom-and-gloom rhetoric surrounding the campaigns — whether it's being spread by pundits, journalists or the candidates themselves — can contribute to stress."
October 18, 2016: "Chaffetz vs. Tryon is much like Utah's David vs. Goliath" (The Salt Lake Tribune) "A recent Salt Lake Tribune-Hinckley Institute of Politics poll also shows that voters have a favorable opinion of Chaffetz by a margin of 61 percent to 30 percent."
October 16, 2016: "3 questions with Bob Evans: Hinckley Institute of Politics director talks 2016 election" (FOX 13) "This week Director Jason Perry sat down with Bob Evans to answer 3 Questions about the race and Utah's role in the election."
October 14, 2016: "McMullin campaign looking to start new conservative movement" (KSL) "Jason Perry, head of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics, said even though McMullin has ties to the state, he still is largely unknown by many voters and has lots of work to do in the little time left before the election."
October 14, 2016: "A scenario that puts Evan McMullin in the White House" (KUTV) "Jason Perrywith Hinckley Institute of Politics is watching this election closely. Ultimately he sees one of the major party candidates winning Utah- but won’t rule out anything this time around."
October 13, 2016: "Utah vote splinters as anti-Trump sentiment spreads" (ABC) "Jason Perry, director of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics, said it's a long shot for Clinton or McMullin to carry the state because many are likely to vote for Trump since there are core issues bigger than Trump."
October 11, 2016: "Support for death penalty stronger in Utah than nationally, poll shows" (The Salt Lake Tribune) "Some 71 percent of likely Utah voters say the state should continue to impose the death penalty in capital murder cases, according to the survey conducted by Dan Jones & Associates for The Salt Lake Tribune and the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics."
October 11, 2016: "Hillary Clinton campaign releases 'Mormons for Hillary' video" (FOX 13) "'The Clintons have struggled in Utah since '92 when Bill Clinton took third in that election,' said Morgan Lyon Cotti with the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics."
October, 10, 2016: "Poll: Utah voters still favor legalizing medical marijuana, though legislative future is uncertain" (The Salt Lake Tribune) "More than half — 58 percent — either somewhat or strongly approve of legalizing medical marijuana, and 39 percent somewhat or strongly disapprove, according to a poll of 820 likely voters for The Salt Lake Tribune and the Hinckley Institute of Politics by Dan Jones & Associates."
October 10, 2016: "Challenger grills Salt Lake County mayor over Mountain Accord transparency" (Deseret News) "GOP Salt Lake County mayoral candidate Dave Robinson took several verbal jabs at Democratic incumbent Mayor Ben McAdams during a public forum hosted at the Thomas S. Monson Center by the Hinckley Institute of Politics and Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute."
October 8, 2016: "Trump's new troubles offer Clinton opening in Utah" (CNN) "'This has been a reliably red state for a very long time,' said Jason Perry, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politicsat the University of Utah."
October 8, 2016: "Utah GOP leaders in 'full-scale revolt' against Donald Trump" (KSL) "Jason Perry, head of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics, said the scale has tipped for many Republicans in the state who stood by Trump out of party loyalty..."
October 6, 2016: "Do Utahns long for 2012 choices? Romney, Huntsman still wildly popular, poll shows" (The Salt Lake Tribune) "A poll commissioned by The Salt Lake Tribune and the Hinckley Institute of Politics found that Romney and Huntsman had approval ratings of 71 percent."
October 5, 2016: "LDS Church influence on Utah lawmakers subtle but significant" (FOX 13) "A forum at the Hinckley Institute of Politics sponsored by the Alliance for a Better Utah discussed the influence of the religion on the state."
October 3, 2016: "Utah lawmakers discuss crossing of Mormon faith, politics" (The Salt Lake Tribune) "Sen. Howard Stephenson, Sen. Todd Weiler, State House Democratic candidate Suzanne Harrison and Utah State Rep. Brian King participate in a panel discussion at the Hinckley Institute..."
October 3, 2016: "Utah voters will lie about their presidential pick to avoid conflict" (KUTV) "'If you are a Donald Trump supporter you really don't go around telling people that you are,' said Jason Perry, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics."
October 3, 2016: "Pride week celebrates LGBTQ community" (Daily Utah Chronicle) "Pride Week 2016 began Wednesday, Sept. 28 with a panel discussion at the Hinckley Institute’s Pizza and Politics forum."
October 2, 2016: "Poll: More than half of Utahns say college aren't doing enough to combat sexual assault" (The Salt Lake Tribune) "Fifty-six percent of Utahns surveyed in a recent Salt Lake Tribune-Hinckley Institute of Politics poll believe schools aren't doing enough."
October 2, 2016: "Party or principle: Trump at top of ticket has some Utah Republican leaders squirming" (The Salt Lake Tribune) "'There's no election in recent memory where the candidates have been so disliked,' said Jason Perry, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah.
September 29, 2016: "University of Utah launches Pride Week" (The Salt Lake Tribune) "...two lecture discussions with Brown Boi Project Executive Director B. Cole and a panel discussion on safe spaces, sponsored by the Hinckley Institute of Politics."
September 29, 2016: "Clinton comes out on top in first debate" (Daily Utah Chronicle) "I was able to watch the first 2016 presidential debate at the Hinckley Institute’s 'Watch Party...'"
September 27, 2016: "Doug Owens criticizes Mia Love's use of taxpayer-funded mailers" (The Salt Lake Tribune) "Love has an 18-percentage point lead on Owens, according to the latest Salt Lake Tribune-Hinckley Institute poll..."
September 27, 2016: "Not a tossup: Hadicappers now say Mia Love has the advantage over Doug Owens" (The Salt Lake Tribune) "The new Salt Lake Tribune-Hinckley Institute poll, conducted by Dan Jones & Associates in the middle of September, found Love up by 18 percentage points with likely voters."
September 27, 2016: "Utah school board candidates debate over partisan, nonpartisan elections" (The Salt Lake Tribune) "Tuesday's debate was the sixth in a series of eight planned events for state school board candidates and sponsored by the Utah Association of Public Charter Schools, Sutherland Institute, United Way of Salt Lake, Hinckley Institute of Politics..."
September 27, 2016: "Utah voters could be swayed by presidential debates" (KUTV CBS 2) "In Utah, there is a larger spread with Trump leading by nine percent in the latest Hinckley Institute of Politics poll."
September 27, 2016: "Challenger Mike Weinholtz goes on offensive in 2nd debate with Utah Gov. Gary Herbert" (Salt Lake Tribune) "A recent Salt Lake Tribune/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll, conducted by Dan Jones and Associates, found that 58 percent of respondents thought Utah's economy was good..."
September 27, 2016: "So. Utah responds to Clinton-Trump debate" (The Spectrum) "A Salt Lake Tribune-Hinckley Institute poll released Monday found Trump up just 9 percentage points on Clinton, 34 percent to 25 percent..."
September 27, 2016: "College students react to presidential debate" (KUTV CBS 2) "The Hinckley Institute of Politics hosted the event, offering food, forms for voter registration and at least a dozen large screens to view the debate."
September 27, 2016: "College students gather to watch first presidential debate" (KSTU-FOX 13)"Hundreds of college students gathered Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah to watch Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump spar on stage."
September 27, 2016: "U. students cheer, jeer at presidential debate viewing party" (Deseret News)"Gambling was among a handful of University of Utah students at a debate party hosted by theHinckley Institute of Politics who admitted to changing their minds after Monday's first presidential debate."
September 24, 2016: "Hinckley Institute of Politics offers programs for everyone" (Daily Utah Chronicle) "For U students who may be contemplating internships or politics-oriented programs, theHinckley Institute of Politics is a place to start."
September 24, 2016: "Both Trump, Clinton 'have a lot to prove' to Utah voters in first debate" (KSL)"'The candidates, in the state of Utah, have not had a tremendous amount of support,' said Jason Perry, head of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics. 'People are just not out proselytizing. … It's just not happening.'"
September 23, 2016: "Tribune poll: Most Utahns want Swallow to stand trial, nearly half say Shurtleff should have, too" (Salt Lake Tribune) "New poll results gathered by Dan Jones & Associates for The Salt Lake Tribune and the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah found that 48 percent of likely voters believe the Shurtleff prosecution should have gone to trial."
September 21, 2016: "School Debate: District 13" (KSL) "The debate was hosted by the Utah Education Debate Coalition, which is made up of the Utah Association of Public Charter School, theHinckley Institute, the Sutherland Institute and the United Way Salt Lake.
September 21, 2016: "Utah voters split on Bears Ears monument as leaders dig in to fight it" (Salt Lake Tribune) "The pushback against a monument designation comes as a new Salt Lake Tribune-Hinckley Institute of Politics poll shows Utahns are split over a new national monument, with about 43 percent opposing the idea and 40 percent backing it.
September 21, 2016: "Utah school board candidates describe distrust, healthy tension between lawmakers and educators" (Salt Lake Tribune) "Both candidates participated in a debate Wednesday evening at the Weilenmann School of Discovery, sponsored by the Utah Association of Public Charter Schools, Hinckley Institute of Politics, Sutherland Institute, United Way of Salt Lake and KSL."
September 20, 2016: "New Tribune-Hinckley poll: Rep. Mia Love extends her lead over Doug Owens" (Salt Lake Tribune) "A new Salt Lake Tribune-Hinckley Institute of Politics poll released Tuesday shows that Rep. Mia Love has extended her lead over Democrat Doug Owens to 18 percentage points."
Fall 2016: "Cultivating Political Passion" (Continuum) "One of the most visible places on campus that connects students to political opportunities is the Hinckley Institute of Politics."
September 13, 2016: "What can we expect from the presidential debates?" (Good4Utah) "Morgan Lyon Cotti with the Hinckley Institute at the University of Utah joined GMU with what she expects to see [in the presidential debates]."
September 12, 2016: "Utah Muslims face challenges in America, but love its freedom" (The Salt Lake Tribune) "'The governments we see in the Middle East are using religion to control the people,' he said Monday at a panel discussion on the campus of the University of Utah hosted by the Hinckley Institute of Politics. 'When you are not obeying the king or the president, you are not obeying Allah.'"
September 12, 2016: "Trump lead over Clinton in Utah widens slightly in new poll" (KSL) "Jason Perry, head of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics, said Trump may be on his way to winning Utah's six electoral votes in November, but that doesn't mean Clinton is going to give up on focusing attention on the state."
September 7, 2016: "KUED, Hinckley Institute of Politics launch new weekly series" (Utah Policy)"KUED has launched a new weekly half-hour public affairs series in partnership with the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah."
September 1, 2016: "Evan McMullin tells Utah crowd Trump is a 'treat to democracy" (The Salt Lake Tribune) "Calling himself the "only true conservative" in the presidential contests, independent candidate Evan McMullin told a group of about 50 people gathered at the Hinckley Institute of Politics on Thursday that a vote for him is a vote to show the world that "conservatism isn't bigotry."
August 31, 2016: "GOP v.p. candidate Pence, independent presidential candidate McMullin to stop in Utah" (Deseret News) "McMullin, a Utah native who is meeting privately with several state leaders Thursday morning and speaking at the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics at 2 p.m., is hoping to offer voters that alternative."
August 11, 2016: "Trump has 'tremendous problem in Utah,' gets Gov. Herbert's vote" (Deseret News) "University of Utah political science professor Tim Chambless, the academic outreach coordinator at the U.'s Hinckley Institute of Politics, questioned the governor's decision."
August 11, 2016: "Trump admits trouble in Utah" (KUTV) "Jason Perry, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, said Trump is in trouble in a state that hasn't voted for a Democrat in over 50 years. 'This is a state that should be solidly in his camp - at least based on our history,' said Perry."
August 11, 2016: "The Doug Wright Show" (KSL) Hinckley Institute of Politics director Jason Perry talks about Hillary Clinton's appeal to LDS voters.
August 8, 2016: "BYU graduate launches independent bid for White House" (KTVX) "He doesn't have the things you need to really have an impact. You need to have a name people know, they don't yet," said director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics Jason Perry."
August 8, 2016: "The 2016 Utah Electorate" (KUER) Morgan Lyon Cotti of the Hinckley Institutejoins a RadioWest panel to discuss what matters to Utah voters this election year.
August 2, 2016: "That poll showing Clinton leading in Utah? It doesn't exist" (Washington Post)"The Salt Lake Tribune doesn't have a story about a new poll at its website. The Hinckley Institute at the University of Utah doesn't have any mention of it either."
August 2, 2016: "The Doug Wright Show" (KSL) Hinckley Institute of Politics director Jason Perrytalks about the prospect that Utah could be a swing state in 2016.
August 2, 2016: "Gary Johnson apologizes for comment on violence in early Mormon history" (Fox 13) "It's not entirely clear to me what event he was referring to in his comments. It certainly elevated the discussion, certainly has a lot of people wondering what he meant and he has some explaining to do if he wants to mitigate these comments," said Jason Perry, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics.
August 1, 2016: "Reading the political tea leaves" (KRCL) Discussing local and national politics after the Democratic and Republican National Conventions, with Matthew Burbank, Associate Professor, Political Science Department, University of Utah; Morgan Lyon Cotti, Hinckley Institute, UoU; and Bryan Schott, UtahPolicy.com.
July 29, 2016: "Utah delegate and political expert weigh in on DNC" (KTVX) "Dr. Morgan Lyon Cotti from the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah and Hillary Clinton Utah Delegate Rudy Miera joined Good Morning Utah to talk about the event.
July 26, 2016: "Hillary Clinton to receive historic nomination" (KTVX) "Morgan Lyon Cotti with the Hinckley Institute of Politics says it's a moment all Americans can appreciate."
July 26, 2016: "Bill Clinton, who is said to be readying a trip to Utah, takes humanizer role in DNC speech" (The Salt Lake Tribune) "Utah hasn't handed its electoral votes to a Democrat in more than 50 years, but a Tribune-Hinckley Institute poll in June showed Hillary Clinton tied with Donald Trump, each carrying 35 percent of likely voters in the state."
July 26, 2016: "Utah Democrats see opportunity in frustration over Clinton, Trump (Deseret News)"Jason Perry, head of the U.'s Hinckley Institute of Politics, said Utah voters are going to end up picking the candidate they 'dislike the least' when they cast their ballots in November."
July 23, 2016: "What's the Impact of the Republican National Convention?" (KTVX) "Jennifer Napier-Pearce with the Hinckley Institute of Politics joins Chief Political Correspondent Glen Mills to talk about the impact of the RNC."
July 23, 2016: "Gary Johnson Polls: As Libertarian Candidate Nears 15 Percent Mark Needed to Join Debates, New Poll Shows Johnson Could Win in Utah" (The Inquistr) "To win over Utahns, Trump need to tone down the hard-line rhetoric when it comes to immigrants and religious minorities,' (Hinckley Institute director Jason) Perry told The Salt Lake Tribune. "
July 22, 2016: "Trump winning Utah converts, but he has a long way to go" (The Salt Lake Tribune)"That, along with perhaps dialing down the typical Trump style, could be the recipe for success for the Republican nominee in Utah, said Jason Perry, executive director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah."
July 22, 2016: "How Are Utah Delegates Feeling After RNC?" (KTVX) "Many say Donald Trump delivered a rousing address during the last night of the Republican National Convention, but will his words be enough to help him resonate with Utah voters? Jennifer Napier-Pearce from the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics."
July 21, 2016: “Writer apologizes for copying phrases for Melania Trump speech” (The Villages Suntimes) “Jason Perry, head of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics, said Wednesday that "although the Trump campaign has not indicated a timeline, it is clear there are active discussions about the state of Utah and who would be best to come here.”
July 20, 2016: Utah GOP delegates finally fired up -- but over Cruz, not Pence" (KSL) "Jason Perry, head of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics, said Wednesday that "although the Trump campaign has not indicated a timeline, it is clear there are active discussions about the state of Utah and who would be best to come here.”
July 19, 2016: "Republican National Convention" (KRCL) Conversation on the Republican National Convention, with Tifanie Fitzgerald, Brady Quinn and Nic Dunn from Utah Young Republicans, and Morgan Lyon Cotti from the Hinckley Institute of Politics.
July 19, 2016: "Trump's track record with women makes some female delegates uneasy" (Salt Lake Tribune) "A poll for The Salt Lake Tribune and Hinckley Institute of Politics last month found that Trump actually trailed presumptive Democratic nominee Hillary Clinton in red-state Utah by five points among women, 37 percent to 32 percent."
July 16, 2016: "Utah Republicans heading to national convention unsure of Trump" (Deseret News)"Jason Perry, head of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics, said he believes voters are looking for a candidate to put their minds at ease amid the violence happening around the world and at home."
July 15, 2016: "Will VP pick help Donald Trump win over Utah Republicans?" (KTVX) "Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, Jason Perry says it's a safe pick. 'It helps him in the areas where he has been perceived to be weak. He's really the opposite of Donald Trump in a lot of ways,' said Perry."
July 14, 2016: "Indiana Gov. Mike Pence could help Trump in Utah; will Huntsman also play a role?"(KSL)"The current head of the Hinckley Institute, Jason Perry, said Pence 'gives them some more comfort' with the top of the ticket because of his experience in Congress and as a governor, as well as his style."
July 12, 2016: "Utah's Lee could be leading fight for brokered Republican convention" (KUTV) "This is the big show before the show," said Jason Perry, head of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of politics. He says the rules meeting is where "everything is up for grabs."
July 10, 2016: “Why Utah Doesn’t Like Trump” (Time Magazine) “What is making Donald Trump popular in other states is exactly what’s making him somewhat unpopular here in the state of Utah,” said Jason Perry, director of the Hinckley Institute at the University of Utah. “That straight-talking brashness that has made Donald Trump popular in many parts of the states … is not the kind of politician we usually see in the state of Utah.”
July 5, 2016: “Utah Republicans lash out at Clinton in wake of FBI announcement” (KSL) “Jason Perry, head of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics and a former state and federal prosecutor, said declining to file charges "is not the same as saying someone didn't do something that shouldn't have been done.”
June 30, 2016: "Utah's Lee decries Trump's 'religiously intolerant comments,' attacks on best friend Cruz's family" (Salt Lake Tribune) "Utahns are no more excited about presumptive Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton, who was tied with Trump in a recent Salt Lake Tribune-Hinckley Institute of Politics poll."
June 29, 2016: "Democratic Candidates Named Misty Just Made Transgender History" (Slate)"Despite a Gallup survey from March 2015 that calculated Salt Lake City's LGBTQ population as the seventh-highest in the nation, Lee leads Snow 51 to 37 percent among likely general election voters according to a poll commissioned by the Salt Lake Tribune and the Hinckley Institute of Politics in early June."
June 29, 2016: "Historic Primary Includes Petition Candidates" (KTVX) "Morgan Lyon Cotti of theHinckley Institute of Politics notes the change will likely be positive in bringing a wider range of candidates."
June 28, 2016: “Two State School Board incumbents may go down, returns show” (Salt Lake Tribune) “The new election method was met with a series of statewide debates, sponsored by the Utah Association of Public Charter Schools, the Hinckley Institute of Politics, Sutherland Institute and KSL.”
June 28, 2016: "Utah's Misty Snow makes history as Democrats' transgender Senate nominee" (Salt Lake Tribune) "A poll in early June, commissioned by The Salt Lake Tribune and the Hinckley Institute of Politics, found that Lee holds a 51 percent to 37 percent lead on Snow."
June 28, 2016: "Herbert trounces Johnson in Utah governor’s primary, flipping the script on convention results" (Salt Lake Tribune) "In a poll conducted for The Tribune and the Hinckley Institute of Politics earlier this month, Herbert was beating Weinholtz 55 percent to 34 percent."
June 25, 2016: “Op-ed: Here’s hoping the big caucus turnout is sign of awakening Utah voters” (Salt Lake Tribune) “These voters showed up to rally around a candidate, to make a statement and to join a community. They met their neighbors and talked issues and debated policies. And those images of participatory government are a beautiful sight in a state that has been in a slump when it comes to voter turnout.”
June 24, 2016: “Utah’s Congressman Who? Rep. Chris Stewart is the state’s unknown politician” (Salt Lake Tribune) “"It means he has a great opportunity in the state of Utah to make sure he tells his story well," said Jason Perry, director of the Hinckley Institute at the University of Utah, who notes that Stewart's understated persona is unusual in politics.”
June 21, 2016: "Rating Change: Utah GOP Congresswoman Less Safe for Re-Election" (Roll Call)"The June 2-8 automated poll conducted by SurveyUSA for The Salt Lake Tribune and the Hinckley Institute showed Owens with a 51-45 percent advantage ina hypothetical general election matchup."
June 20, 2016: “Chaffetz: I’m going to be ‘kid in a candy store’ as Oversight chairman with a President Trump” (Deseret News) “Chaffetz, speaking at a forum on the 3rd District primary race hosted by the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics and Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute, said he's backing his party's controversial pick for president, Trump.”
June 17, 2016: “Informed decisions: Are Utah taxpayers paying too much or too little?” (Deseret News) “Jason Perry, vice president of government relations and director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, will moderate the event, which will begin at 10:30 a.m. Monday at the S.J. Quinney College of Law's Moot Courtroom at the University of Utah.”
June 17, 2016: “Utah Republicans are sour on Trump, and Libertarians sense opportunity” (Los Angeles Times) “Jason Perry, director of the Hinckley Institute, said that while most Republican voters in other states had coalesced around Trump once he effectively won the nomination last month, Utah voters “are definitely bucking the trend.”
June 17, 2016: "Libertarians say election turmoil creates opportunity for their party in Utah" (Fox 13) "In a poll released this week by the Salt Lake Tribune and the Hinckley Institute of Politics, 13 percent of voters plan on backing Johnson while Clinton and Trump are deadlocked at 35 percent each."
June 17, 2016: "Surprising Utah Poll Showed Clinton and Trump Tied. But it Missed One Thing…" (Independent Journal) "The poll, conducted by Survey USA for the Salt Lake Tribune and the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, found among Utah voters ages 18-34, Johnson leads with 32%, followed by Clinton at 26%, and Trump at 16%, with 24% undecided."
June 16, 2016: “It’s a tossup: Handicapper says face between Mia Love and Doug Owens can go either way” (Salt Lake Tribune) “Sabato's Crystal Ball, part of the University of Virginia's Center for Politics, moved the race from its "lean Republican" category in large part because of a new poll — commissioned by The Salt Lake Tribune and the Hinckley Institute of Politics — which found Owens with a 6 percentage-point advantage over Love, a freshman Republican with an outsized national reputation.”
June 16, 2016: “Informed decisions: Weighing Utah’s need for water, roads and mass transit” (Deseret News) “That's the consensus of several focus group meetings between state policymakers, business leaders, economic experts and community members. Those discussions were facilitated through a collaboration between the University of Utah's Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute and the Hinckley Institute of Politics, in partnership with the Deseret News and KSL Broadcasting.”
June 15, 2016: “Making informed decisions: The key issues in education for 2016” (Deseret News)“Members of the discussion headed by the Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute and the Hinckley Institute of Politics hope early childhood education will be addressed again in the Legislature, understanding the "integral" role that families play in educating children.”
June 14, 2016: “Tribune poll: Utahns give failing grades to Common Core, SAGE testing in schools” (Salt Lake Tribune) “Hinckley Institute Director Jason Perry said the large number of poll participants who answered "not sure" suggests continued confusion about what the tests, and the standards they're based on, are.”
June 13, 2016: “Morning Digest: A new poll gives Democrat Doug Owens a 6-point lead against GOP Rep. Mia Love” (Daily Kos) “On behalf of the Salt Lake Tribune and the University of Utah'sHinckley Institute, SurveyUSA takes a look at the rematch between freshman Republican Rep. Mia Love and Democrat Doug Owens in Utah's 4th Congressional District, and they have some very good news for Team Blue.”
June 13, 2016: “Clinton Running Even in Utah” (Washington Monthly) “The new Salt Lake Tribune and Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah poll is just the latest piece of evidence that Donald Trump has a major problem with the Mormon community.”
June 12, 2016: “Hillary Clinton Polls: Even Deep-Red Utah Could Turn Blue as Donald Trump’s Unpopularity Points to November Blowout” (The Inquisitr) “A recent poll from The Salt Lake Tribune and the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah found that Clinton and Trump are tied at 35 points in Utah, a state that hasn’t gone to Democrats in 52 years.”
June 11, 2016: “Poll: Trump’s unpopularity could swing Utahns to Hillary” (Salt Lake Tribune) "For a state where the majority of voters have supported Republican presidential candidates since 1964, the fact that Trump is in a dead heat with Hillary Clinton suggests Utah voters are still very reluctant about a Trump presidency," said Jason Perry, director of the Hinckley Institute."
June 8, 2016: “School board candidates talk testing, teacher morale and party politics at Layton debate” (Salt Lake Tribune) “…the second in a series of school board debates sponsored by KSL, Sutherland Institute, Hinckley Institute of Politics and the Utah Association of Public Charter Schools.”
June 8, 2016: “Poll shows Utah could be a wild card in presidential election” (Fox 13) "Utah voters are very ambivalent," Tim Chambless with the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics said, reacting to the poll.
June 6, 2016: “State School Board candidates face off during debate in St. George Tuesday” (KCSG)“The Utah Association of Public Charter Schools, Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, Sutherland Institute and KSL/Deseret News have teamed up to host public forums with the candidates.”
May 6, 2016: "Romney 'dismayed' by presidential choices, won't run as independent” (Deseret News) "Jason Perry, head of the the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics, said Romney refusing to support Trump and raising the possibility of a third-party candidate entering the race could put pressure on Trump to do what it takes to unite the party."
May 5, 2016: "Former Sen. Bob Bennett dies" (Capital Hill Blue) "He also became a resident scholar with the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and penned regular opinion columns for Salt Lake City newspapers.”
May 2, 2016: Huntsman to GOP: Time to support Trump (KSL) “If the Republican Party does want to pull this off with Donald Trump as their nominee, they’re going to need people to cross the aisle,” said Jason Perry, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah.
April 27, 2016: "Trump close to clinching has Utah GOP flinching" (Fox 13) “It means that Utah is in a minority status in regard to supporting a candidate who cannot on the first ballot win his party's presidential nomination,” said Tim Chambless of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.
March 24, 2016: "Mike Lee, Mia Love: Take congressional power back.” (Salt Lake Tribune) "At the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics on Thursday, Lee pitched "The Article 1 Project" a network of lawmakers with the goal of writing and passing bills aimed at restoring the balance of three co-equal branches of government."
March 23, 2016: Hinckley Institute Local Program Manager Morgan Lyon Cotti appeared on KSL Newsradio to speak on the results of the Utah presidential caucuses.
March 21, 2016: "Violence as protesters clash at Donald Trump rally" (Irish Examiner) "Limited polling shows Trump running second to Cruz, but ahead of Kasich, said Jason Perry, director of theHinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah."
March 21, 2016: “Cruz, Sanders top picks in Tuesday’s Utah caucuses, poll says” (Deseret News)“‘People are watching what's happening in Utah,’ said Jason Perry, head of the University of Utah'sHinckley Institute of Politics.”
March 21, 2016: "Kasich responds to anti-Trump 'split the map' strategy" (Examiner Gazette)"Limited polling shows Trump running second to Cruz, but ahead of Ohio Gov. John Kasich, saidJason Perry, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah.
March 20, 2016: "Donald Trump greeted by protesters blocking road to Arizona event" (Indian Express) "Limited polling shows Trump running second to Cruz, but ahead of Ohio Gov. John Kasich, said Jason Perry, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah."
March 20, 2016: "Donald Trumpís Arizona campaign obstructed by protestersí road block" (Live Mint) "Limited polling shows Trump running second to Cruz, but ahead of Kasich, said Jason Perry, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah."
March 19, 2016: "Donald Trump's appeal with Mormons to be tested in Utah" (Standard-Examiner)"Limited polling shows Trump running second to Cruz, but ahead of Ohio Gov. John Kasich, saidJason Perry, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah."
March 17, 2016: "Trump, Sanders, Cruz, Kasich all campaigning in Utah" (Deseret News) "Jason Perry, head of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics, said Trump has his work cut out for him with Utah voters. Polls have shown Trump trailing other Republicans."
March 17, 2016: "Trump, Cruz, Kasich, Sanders all campaigning in Utah this weekend" (KSL)"Jason Perry, head of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics, said Trump has his work cut out for him with Utah voters. Polls have shown Trump trailing other Republicans."
March 16, 2016: "Debate scrapped after Donald Trump says he wonít show in Salt Lake City, and Kasich follows suit" (Salt Lake Tribune) "'For the Republicans right now, every state becomes an important victory and every state that Donald Trump doesn't win makes it much more likely we end up in a contested convention,' said Jason Perry, director of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics."
March 14, 2016: "What Does a Brokered GOP Convention Look Like?" (KTVX) "Jason Perry, the Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, said that's why every delegate is so important, even here in Utah."
March 14, 2016: "Fox News to host Republican presidential primary debate in Salt Lake City" (KSTU) "University of Utah Hinckley Institute of Politics Jason Perry said a local debate has made Utah more politically relevant, which may be why John Kasich and Marco Rubio have announced plans to campaign in Utah this week.”
March 14, 2016: Hinckley Institute Local Program Manager Morgan Lyon Cotti appeared on KTALK radio discussing Real Women Run and the importance of women being involved in politics.
March 11, 2016: "2016 Legislative Wrap-up" (KUER) "Friday, weíre live at the University of UtahísHinckley Institute of Politics for a look at Utahís 2016 legislative session."
March 11, 2016: "Trump says he's not interested in participating in Salt Lake presidential debate" (Deseret News) "Jason Perry, head of the U.'s Hinckley Institute of Politics, said the presidential candidates 'are well aware' of the debate schedule but acknowledged 'there has been a lot of talk recently about whether that would happen.'"
March 10, 2016: "Utah's Rep. Chris Stewart calls Trump 'our Mussolini'" (KUTV) "Stewart addressed the Hinckley Institute of Politics, the same arena given to Mitt Romney last week."
March 8, 2016: "Gov. Herbert cautions there may not be a presidential debate in Salt Lake" (Deseret News) "Jason Perry, head of the U.'s Hinckley Institute of Politics, said he's 'heard the discussion about whether or not this debate will happen in the state of Utah.'"
March 7, 2016: "News roundup: Mitt Romney: Trump ëmost likelyí to be GOP nominee" (Salt Lake Tribune) "Rep. Chris Stewart visits the University of Utah and speaks at the a Hinckley InstituteForum."
On March 3, 2016, Governor Mitt Romney delivered a special address to the Hinckley Instituteregarding the state of the 2016 presidential race. Approximately 23,000 media hits directly mentioning the Hinckley Institute were generated, including in the New York Times, CNN, Washington Post, the BBC, and others
February 27, 2016: "Mitt Romney trades jabs with Donald Trump" (KSL) "Longtime Romney supporter Kirk Jowers, former head of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics, said Romney may have spurred Rubio to stand up to Trump at the debate, and continue to go after him on the campaign trail."
February 24, 2016: "Utah to hold presidential preference caucus" (KSL) "Jason Perry, director of theHinckley Institute of Politics, said it is something parties and voters are prepared for."
February 23, 2016: "ASUU candidates clash over funding, feasibility in first debate" (Daily Utah Chronicle) "The second and final candidates’ debate, which will focus more on academic and student life issues, will be moderated by current ASUU President Ambra Jackson and Vice President Anthony Fratto at 2 p.m. on Wednesday at the Hinckley Institute of Politics in OSH."
February 18, 2016: “U Lobbies State Legislature for Three Percent Raise for Faculty and Staff” (Daily Utah Chronicle) Jason Perry, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics and vice president of government relations, said the goal is to attract and retain qualified faculty and staff at the U.
February 16, 2016: “Medical marijuana supporters want to put the question to the people” (KSL)“Jason Perry, the director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, said the process isn't easy.”
February 15, 2016: “Checking trust fund on tax form will help overcome homelessness” (KSL) “…she said during a panel discussion on homelessness last Thursday at the University of Utah'sHinckley Institute of Politics.”
February 14, 2016: “Mayor Biskupski addresses shake-up of local government” (KTVX) Hinckley Institute Local Program Manager Morgan Lyon Cotti appeared on KTVX’s Inside Utah Politics to discuss the Salt Lake City mayoral transition and the presidential primaries.
February 14, 2016: “Utah officials hit the presidential campaign trail” (Salt Lake Tribune)“‘Candidates can never shake enough hands on their own. They need people to advocate for them. They need people to vouch for them,’” said Jason Perry, director of the University of Utah'sHinckley Institute of Politics.”
February 13, 2016: “Scalia’s death leaves major void in high court, Utah legal experts say” (KSL) “To Kirk Jowers, former director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, such partisan opposition is to be expected and he said it is highly unlikely the president will be able to fulfill his wish to install the next Supreme Court justice.”
February 12, 2016: “Dalai Lama scheduled to speak at the U. June 21” (Deseret News) “University co-sponsors include the Office for Global Engagement, the Asia Center, Global Social Work, Global Health/Health Sciences, the Hinckley Institute, Tanner Center for Nonviolent Human Rights Advocacy and the Tanner Humanities Center.”
February 11, 2016: “Smithsonian Internship” (@theU) “And if you’re interested in doing a clinic in Washington, D.C., the Hinckley Institute of Politics streamlines the process of living out there by providing housing and a support network.”
February 9, 2016: “GOP frontrunners could help/hurt voter turnout” (KTVX) “Jason Perry, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, said that having a divisive candidate can have an impact on other races on the ballot.”
February 6, 2016: “Utah holding presidential caucus, not primary election” (Deseret News) “Jason Perry, head of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics, said even though Utah is voting about midway through this election cycle, the outcome of the caucuses may still be significant.”
February 3, 2016: “Bill: Utahns should be asked to weigh in on Medicaid expansion” (Salt Lake Tribune) “A recent Salt Lake Tribune/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll showed a plurality of Utah voters — 44 percent — supported Medicaid expansion at a state cost of $78 million, while about 39 percent opposed such a move.”
January 31, 2016: "Appointments, Resignations, Deaths" (Chronicle of Higher Education) "Jason Perry, interim director, to director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah."
January 29, 2016: "News roundup: Romney fundraises for Paul Ryan in Florida" (Salt Lake Tribune)"According to a Tribune/Hinckley Institute poll, Utahns are split on Gov. Gary Herbert’s decision to cut funding to Planned Parenthood."
January 28, 2016: "Hinckley Institute Inducts Former Senator Bob Bennett Into Hall of Fame" (Daily Utah Chronicle) "Former Sen. Robert F. Bennett (R-Utah) was named the Hinckley InstituteResident Scholar."
January 28, 2016: "News roundup: Joe Scarborough as Trump’s VP? He isn’t ruling it out" (Salt Lake Tribune) "Former Sen. Bob Bennett was inducted into the Hinckley Institute of Politics’s Hall of Fame at the University of Utah."
January 27, 2016: "Lawmakers, Utahns wary of Lake Powell Pipeline’s unknown cost" (Salt Lake Tribune) "In a poll commissioned by The Salt Lake Tribune and the Hinckley Institute of Politics, only 6 percent of surveyed Utah residents back the pipeline project regardless of cost, while 26 percent oppose it."
January 27, 2016: "News roundup: GOP wondering how it let Donald Trump get this far" (Salt Lake Tribune) "A Tribune/Hinckley Institute poll shows the majority of Utahns support government action to restrict emissions and improve air quality."
January 27, 2016: "Longtime Utah Sen. Bob Bennett inducted into Hinckley Hall of Fame" (Salt Lake Tribune) "Former Sen. Bob Bennett, 82, looking pale and somewhat frail after a successful bout with cancer, focused on youth and the future of politics Wednesday as he was inducted into theHinckley Institute of Politics' Hall of Fame at the University of Utah."
January 27, 2016: "Ex-Utah Sen. Bob Bennett inducted into Hinckley Institute's Hall of Fame" (Deseret News) "When former U.S. Sen. Bob Bennett was inducted into the University of Utah'sHinckley Institute of Politics Hall of Fame Wednesday, he told students to remember 'true believers' are a danger to society."
January 27, 2016: "Former US Sen. Bob Bennett honored by political institute" (Associated Press via Cache Valley Daily) "Bennett was inducted Wednesday into the Hinckley Institute of Politics' Hall of Fame."
January 27, 2016: "Former US Sen. Bob Bennett honored by political institute" (Associated Press via Daily Herald) "Bennett was inducted Wednesday into the Hinckley Institute of Politics' Hall of Fame."
January 27, 2016: "Former US Sen. Bob Bennett honored by political institute" (Associated Press via KSL) "Bennett was inducted Wednesday into the Hinckley Institute of Politics' Hall of Fame."
January 27, 2016: "Former US Sen. Bob Bennett honored by political institute" (Associated Press via Washington Times) "Bennett was inducted Wednesday into the Hinckley Institute of Politics' Hall of Fame."
January 26, 2016: "Longtime Senator and U Alum Robert Bennett to be Inducted into Hinckley Institute of Politics Hall of Fame" (Utah Policy) "The Hinckley Institute of Politics will induct former Sen. Robert Bennett into the Hinckley Institute Hall of Fame on Jan. 27."
January 26, 2016: "News roundup: Utahn files suit challenging Ted Cruz’s natural-born status" (Salt Lake Tribune) "A Tribune/Hinckley Institute poll shows a majority of Utahns disapprove of lawmakers taking votes in secret."
January 26, 2016: "Hinckley Institute Allows Students to Host Forums, 'Develop Poise and Confidence'" (Daily Utah Chronicle) "The decision to employ students for this position is meant to benefit all involved parties, said Hinckley Associate Director Jayne Nelson."
January 26, 2016: "Improving Utah’s air might require bigger action now ‘low-hanging fruit’ is gone" (Salt Lake Tribune) "A new poll, commissioned by The Salt Lake Tribune and the Hinckley Institute of Politics, found that 58 percent of Utah voters support government action that would restrict emissions and improve air quality."
January 25, 2016: "News roundup: Campaigns have spent huge money on TV ads — for nothing" (Salt Lake Tribune) "The new Tribune/Hinckley Institute Poll found that 91 percent of residents want that lawmaking done in public, not in closed door GOP caucuses."
January 25, 2016: "Poll: Utahns want legislative debate out in the open" (Salt Lake Tribune) "It's not the kind of lawmaking that Utah voters approve of, according to a new poll for The Salt Lake Tribune and the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah."
January 24, 2016: "Utahns divided on public-lands transfer, Lyman punishment" (Salt Lake Tribune)"They also are split over the appropriateness of San Juan County Commission Chairman Phil Lyman's 10-day jail sentence for leading the Recapture Canyon ATV protest, according to new polling by The Salt Lake Tribune and the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics."
January 22, 2016: "Mike Weinholtz enters race for governor" (KTVX) "Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics Jason Perry says he has an impressive business resume."
January 22, 2016: "Editorial: Computers over teachers? Not the question" (Salt Lake Tribune) "A poll of 989 registered voters commissioned by the Salt Lake Tribune and the Hinckley Institute of Politics asked if the state should buy a computer for every student."
January 22, 2016: "Editor column: Taking your temperature before the lawmaking begins" (Salt Lake Tribune) "During the past week, and continuing into the first days of the session, we will report on the findings of our survey, a collaboration with the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah and conducted by the respected political pollster SurveyUSA."
January 21, 2016: "Most Utah voters support legal medicinal marijuana; guv says it’s possible" (Salt Lake Tribune) "Utahns appear, by nearly a 2-to-1 margin, ready to embrace some form of legalization, according to the new poll conducted by SurveyUSA for The Salt Lake Tribune and the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah."
January 21, 2016: "Editorial: State funds for homeless would be fair and effective" (Salt Lake Tribune) "A recent Salt Lake Tribune/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll shows that feeling has widespread public support."
January 21, 2016: "Poll: Most Utahns uninterested in buying classroom computers for every student" (Salt Lake Tribune) "The poll, commissioned by The Salt Lake Tribune and the Hinckley Institute of Politics, was conducted between Jan. 6 and Jan. 13 by SurveyUSA."
January 21, 2016: "Jason Perry selected as new director of Hinckley Institute of Politics" (Daily Utah Chronicle) "Jason Perry is the new director of the U’s Hinckley Institute of Politics."
January 20, 2016: "U. names new director of Hinckley Institute of Politics" (Deseret News) "The University of Utah has named Jason Perry the new director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics."
January 20, 2016: "News roundup: How Donald Trump could beat Hillary Clinton" (Salt Lake Tribune) "Meanwhile, the Tribune/Hinckley Institute poll found 55 percent of Utahns support spending money to expand services for the homeless."
January 20, 2016: "Wages are rising, and Utahns are upbeat on the economy" (Salt Lake Tribune)"Utahns are overwhelmingly positive about the state's economy and more than half of workers received a raise in the past year, according to a new poll commissioned by The Salt Lake Tribune and the Hinckley Institute of Politics."
January 19, 2016: "News roundup: Sen. Orrin Hatch appears as an answer on 'Jeopardy'" (Salt Lake Tribune) "Tribune government and politics editor Dan Harrie, Hinckley Institute of Politicsdirector Jason Perry and others join Jennifer Napier-Pearce to talk about the results of a new poll commissioned by the Tribune and Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah."
January 19, 2016: "Utahns like Herbert, not legislature, according to new poll" (KSTU) "Hinckley Institute of Politics director Jason Perry said the findings aren’t too surprising given the debates the legislature has to take up."
January 19, 2016: "Poll: Utahns want more resources for homeless housing and services" (Salt Lake Tribune) "The statewide poll, commissioned by the The Salt Lake Tribune and the Hinckley Institute of Politics, was conducted Jan. 6-Jan. 13 by SurveyUSA."
January 19, 2016: "Poll: Utahns give thumbs up to governor’s performance, thumbs down to Legislature" (Salt Lake Tribune) "That's according to a statewide poll by the The Salt Lake Tribune and the Hinckley Institute of Politics, conducted by SurveyUSA."
January 18, 2016: "The Race for the 2016 Nomination is Speeding Up" (Utah Policy) "Jason Perry, Director of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics, says we are finally reaching decision time in the 2016 election season."
January 18, 2016: "Mia Love avoids playing celebrity card in Congress" (Salt Lake Tribune)"'Certainly, she has not been as prominent in the press as some may have thought, but that isn't an indication of her not doing what really needs to be done during that first period in Congress,' saysJason Perry, a former top aide to Gov. Gary Herbert and now director of the University of Utah'sHinckley Institute of Politics."
January 18, 2016: "Jason Perry Named Director of U’s Hinckley Institute of Politics" (Utah Policy)"The University of Utah has named Jason Perry the new director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics."
January 17, 2016: "Poll: 4-way tie among GOP presidential candidates in Utah" (Salt Lake Tribune)"That's according to a statewide poll by The Salt Lake Tribune and Hinckley Institute of Politics, conducted by SurveyUSA, that interviewed 989 registered voters between Jan. 6-13."
January 16, 2016: "Trump, Cruz erupt in bitter fight at GOP debate" (Tech Bits) "'What it tells me is that people here are not at all behind Donald Trump', said Jason Perry, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics."
January 15, 2016: "University of Utah lobbyist named permanent leader of Hinckley Institute of Politics" (Salt Lake Tribune) "The University of Utah's lobbyist will head the school's Hinckley Institute of Politics. Jason Perry, who had been serving as interim director, will keep the job, the school announced Friday."
January 15, 2016: "Jason Perry Named Director of Hinckley Institute of Politics at University of Utah" (Newswise) "The University of Utah today named Jason Perry the new director of theHinckley Institute of Politics."
January 15, 2016: "BYU devotional speaker; SheTech Explorer Day at UVU; Lego League tournaments" (Daily Herald) "Prior to the session, students will attend training at the capitol hosted by the Hinckley Institute."
January 15, 2016: "Trump barely tops Clinton in new Utah poll" (KSL) "'What it tells me is that people here are not at all behind Donald Trump,' said Jason Perry, director of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics."
January 13, 2016: "The Hinckley Institute Radio Hour: The U.S. & China: A Crossroads of Perceptions" (KCPW) "Robert Griffiths spoke at the Hinckley Institute back on October 19, 2015."
January 11, 2016: "U Students Apply for Prestigious Scholarships" (Daily Utah Chronicle) "...saidGina Shipley, program manager for the Hinckley Institute of Politics, the campus office U students work with to apply for the Truman scholarship."
January 4, 2016: "Mitt Romney still being asked to run in '16, even by a presidential candidate" (KSL) "The former head of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics said while that doesn't mean anyone else in the race will follow suit..."
January 3, 2016: "Rep. Jason Chaffetz eyeing a new title — governor" (Deseret News) "'Chaffetz right now is probably the single most formidable political candidate in the state,' Jowers, the former head of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics, said."
January 3, 2016: "Becker leaves office confident he made a difference" (Deseret News) "Tim Chambless, a University of Utah political science professor affiliated with the Hinckley Institute of Politics, said Becker lived up to his ambitious agenda, and he was able to do so with a lean budget during tough economic times."
January 2, 2016: "The view from Washington: From budgets to Benghazi, Utah's lawmakers packed a punch" (Deseret News) "Chaffetz and Love may be getting the most attention, but it’s Hatch, the senior member of Utah’s delegation, who has the most influence in Washington, said Kirk Jowers, the former head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics."
December 28, 2015: "My view: Kirk Jowers: Hail to the chiefs" (Deseret News) "Kirk L. Jowers is the former director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics and now serves as dōTERRA International, LLC’s vice president of corporate relations. Ellesse S. Balli contributed to this article."
December 26, 2015: "U Student Dies in Accident Dec. 24" (Daily Utah Chronicle) "Lusk was involved with the Lassonde Institute and Hinckley Institute of Politics at the U."
December 16, 2015: "Utah: ATM to presidential candidates" (KUTV) "University of Utah professor, Dr. Tim Chambless, of the Hinckley Institute of Politics says, another thing that will make Utah more important, is the Trump Factor."
December 12, 2015: "The Hinckley Institute Radio Hour: Erica Payne, The Agenda Project" (KCPW) "She spoke at the Hinckley Institute on December 2, 2015."
December 3, 2015: "U Student Aarati Ghimire Takes Social Work to New Places" (Daily Utah Chronicle) "'What is unique about Aarati’s situation is that she was born in Nepal and moved to the U.S.,' said Courtney McBeth, associate director at the Hinckley Institute."
December 2, 2015: "Who Gets to Vote?" (City Weekly) "'This is unprecedented,' says Tim Chambless, a professor of political science at the University of Utah who is also affiliated with the U's Hinckley Institute of Politics."
December 1, 2015: "Did Jeb Bush Orchestrate a Pre-emptive 'Strike' Against a 2016 Romney Bid?" (Charisma News) "Kirk Jowers, a longtime Romney intimate who direct[ed] the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, told the Utah newspaper the assertion that Bush killed Romney's bid 'could not be further from the truth.'"
December, 2015: "A Changing Nepal" (College of Social Work) Hinckley Intern Aarati Ghimire has been working to help survivors rebuild her home country.
November 30, 2015: "GOP gubernatorial candidate Jonathan Johnson runs first radio ads" (Deseret News) "'He's trying to define himself. How to do that? Well, here's a sensational issue,' said [Tim] Chambless, who's associated with the U.'s Hinckley Institute of Politics."
November 23, 2015: "Governor Herbert visits U., talks politics, tuition" (Daily Utah Chronicle) "Gov. Gary Herbert spoke to U students on Monday about his goals for Utah at the Hinckley Institute of Politics."
November 23, 2015: "Gov. Herbert and Utah’s congressional leaders consider limiting intake of Syrian refugees" (KSTU) "Herbert spoke at the Hinckley Institute of Politics Monday at the University of Utah campus."
November 20, 2015: "From Becker to Biskupski: Salt Lake City Hall readies for shift to new mayor" (Deseret News) "Tim Chambless, a University of Utah political science professor affiliated with the Hinckley Institute of Politics, said mayors typically usher in brand new personal staff members, and also consider replacing staff in departments that are more political."
November 19, 2015: "News roundup: Trump, Carson continue to lead the polls nationally" (Salt Lake Tribune) "The Hinckley Institute of Politics will host Sen. Mike Lee, as he’s interviewed live on Doug Fabrizio’s KUER radio show on RadioWest on Nov. 23 at 11 a.m."
November 15, 2015: "Two U Students in France Safe and Accounted for Following Attacks" (Daily Utah Chronicle) "Drew Rouse, interning through the Hinckley Institute of Politics, was not in Paris during the rampage that killed at least 132 people."
November 13, 2015: "Some Republicans look to Mitt Romney as 'new hope' for 2016 presidential race" (Deseret News) The Deseret News reported just two months ago that Romney supporter Kirk Jowers, formerly of the Hinckley Institute, said some Republicans would possibly call for Romney to enter the race.
November 13, 2015: "Latinos could decide the White House" (KTVX) "'They have to get that number (Romney's 27%) up and so to the degree which they can get their policies in line with that population is really going to define the success of whoever gets the nomination,' said Jason Perry, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics."
November 23, 2015: Nepalese Student Gives Back. "I really appreciate Courtney McBeth(associate director at the Hinckley Institute of Politics) and Ruth Gerritsen-McKane, director of BSW field education at the College of Social Work, for helping to set this up for me. They both knew how much I wanted to do my practicum in Nepal and my love for social work. Long story short, The Hinckley Institute introduced me to CHOICE Humanitarian and the College of Social Work supported the idea of me doing the social work practicum in Nepal."
"On Wednesday at 12:15 p.m., former Salt Lake City mayor Ted Wilson, Jason Perry of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, Weber State University political scientist Gary Johnson and Tribune reporter Chris Smart join Jennifer Napier-Pearce to talk about Salt Lake City's mayoral race, Prop 1 and other Election Day results."
November 4, 2015: "News roundup: Jeb Bush slides to single digits in latest poll" (Salt Lake Tribune) "Former Salt Lake City mayor Ted Wilson, Jason Perry of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, Weber State University political scientist Gary Johnson and Tribune reporter Chris Smart join Jennifer Napier-Pearce to talk about Salt Lake City’s mayoral race, Prop 1 and other Election Day results."
November 3, 2015: "Biskupski Apparently Stops Becker's Bid for a Third Term" (Utahpolicy.com) "Becker outspent Biskupski by a nearly 2-1 margin in the effort to win a rare third term in City Hall. The last Salt Lake City Mayor to do that was Ted Wilson, who resigned in the middle of his third term to head up the Hinckley Institute at the University of Utah."
November 3, 2015: "Journalist and “Nightline” Host Ted Koppel to Speak at U on Cyberattacks" (Daily Utah Chronicle) "The event is hosted by the Hinckley Institute of Politics and will be held in the OSH auditorium."
November 3, 2015: "If the Lights Went Out In America" (KUER) "Ted Koppel will be participating in a conversation with veteran KSL TV News anchor Bruce Lindsay on Wednesday, November 4, at 3:00 p.m. at the Hinckley Institute of Politics on the University of Utah Campus."
November 2, 2015: "News roundup: Speaker Paul Ryan: Republicans ‘don’t have a vision’" (Salt Lake Tribune) "Jason Perry, the interim director of the U.’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, talks about his goals for the organization."
November 1, 2015: "A Conversation with the Hinckley Institute's Jason Perry" (Utahpolicy.com) "Jason Perry, interim director of the Hinckley Institute at the University of Utah, stops by to discuss his plans for the organization with Managing Editor Bryan Schott.
October 30, 2015: "Utah Republicans still in search of a presidential pick" (Deseret News) "[Tim] Chambless, affiliated with the Hinckley Institute of Politics, acknowledged it's 'a political fantasy.'"
October 28, 2015: "Democrats battle in close mayoral race in Utah’s capital" (Associated Press) "But while he’s been in office, Salt Lake City has skewed more liberal and diverse, making it ripe ground for Democrats to square off, said Tim Chambless, a professor at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics."
October 25, 2015: "No.1 job ranking belongs to Salt Lake area, not just city as Becker claims" (Salt Lake Tribune) "But Becker likely will not pay a price for political sleight of hand, said Tim Chambless, a University of Utah professor of political science who also is affiliated with the Hinckley Institute of Politics."
October 23, 2015: "Hillary Clinton leads presidential field in Utah donations" (Associated Press) "Clinton's superiority reflects her national name recognition, well-organized campaign and the length of time she's been fundraising, said Tim Chambless, a professor at the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics."
October 19, 2015: "U Students Encourage Others to become Politically Active" (Daily Utah Chronicle) "Aside from political clubs, other ways to stay informed include the Hinckley Institute of Politics’ ongoing “Pizza and Politics” series, which gives students an opportunity to engage with local politicians and to discuss relevant topics."
October 16, 2015: "Latest Medicaid expansion plan 'incremental'" (Deseret News) "Kirk Jowers, the former head of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics and an adviser to Herbert, said the governor may end up having to accept a more limited plan."
October 14, 2015: "S.L. mayoral candidates square off in TV debate to break voter tie" (KSL) "The next mayoral debate will be held at noon Tuesday at the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics."
October 14, 2015: "Design Presentation" (City Weekly) "Mayoral debate: Hinckley Institute of Politics..."
October 14, 2015: Hinckley Institute Interim Director Jason Perry appeared on KSL Newsradio's Doug Wright Show speaking on the importance of the Salt Lake City mayoral campaign.
October 12, 2015: "Hinckley Institute of Politics to screen award-winning documentary about honor killings" (Daily Utah Chronicle) "This story, along with several others, is part of an award-winning documentary titled 'The Price of Honor,' to be shown at the Hinckley Institute of Politics on Oct. 24 at 6 p.m."
October 12, 2015: "Biskupski makes first TV ad buy, but are the airwaves her best option?" (Deseret News) "However, Tim Chambless, a University of Utah political science professor affiliated with the Hinckley Institute of Politics, questions whether TV ads are the best medium for either candidate."
October 12, 2015: "Women of the Mountains Conference Draws International Lecturers" (UVU Review) "Morgan [Lyon] Cotti, [Local Program Manager] at the University of Utah Hinckley Institute, works with the nonpartisan nonprofit Real Women Run to help women get elected to political office."
October 9, 2015: "Republican Rep. Charlie Dent calls for 'bipartisan coalition' to select new house speaker" (Dispatch Times) "'All this last week Congressman Chaffetz was saying that McCarthy had a math problem, turns out he was exactly right about that, he did, How do you get to that magic number, how do you get to 218 votes,' said Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, Jason Perry."
October 6, 2015: "Huntsman tweet makes clear, he felt betrayed by Chaffetz" (KSTU) "Interim Director of the Hinckley Institute Jason Perry said both men are great leaders, but it's clear they are no longer great friends."
October 5, 2015: "Pride Week at the U" (Daily Utah Chronicle) "Another Pride Week event, 'Pizza and Politics' with CeCe McDonald, will take place Friday at the Hinckley Institute of Politics in OSH."
October 5, 2015: "Pundits say Chaffetz 'dark horse' campaign to win Speaker of the House is not 'impossible'" (KUTV) "At the University of Utah, the interim director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, Jason Perry sat to talk about Chaffetz and his chances saying 'it is a longshot, but Congressman Chaffetz is really great at counting votes.'"
October 4, 2015: "Rep. Chaffetz launches run for House speaker; Utah Democrats wonder ‘who will he represent?’" (KSTU) "'The Republican Party is very disunited, very divided,' said Tim Chambless, Associate Professor at the University of Utah Hinckley Institute of Politics."
October 2, 2015: "Report: multiple sources suggest Rep. Jason Chaffetz may enter race for House speaker" (KSTU) "'Jason Chaffetz is someone who is very ambitious,' said Tim Chambless of the Hinckley Institute of Politics."
October 1, 2015: "Lawmakers discuss questionable politics in development of UtahAccess+" (Deseret News) "Also raised during a discussion on UtahAccess+ at the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics on Thursday was the possibility that the new plan is a 'political tactic' of House leadership to hamper Medicaid expansion in Utah."
September 27, 2015: "Addressing homelessness, assisting local businesses rank as top issues in S.L. City Council races" (Deseret News) "The next District 6 debate will be at noon Wednesday, Oct. 7, at the Hinckley Institute."
September 21, 2015: Hinckley Institute Interim Director Jason Perry appeared on the Doug Wright Show to discuss the Sam Rich forum featuring bestselling author Michael Lewis.
September 20, 2015: Hinckley Institute Local Program Manager Morgan Lyon Cotti appeared on the inaugural Inside Politics on KTVX. They discussed the role that Utah elected officials play in national politics, as well as Utah's role in general in national political science.
September 17, 2015: "Exploring Europe with Hinckley Internships" (Utah Chronicle) "Courtney McBeth, director of Global Internships at the Office for Global Engagement and Associate Director at the Hinckley Institute of Politics, said the European internships are the most popular."
September 16, 2015: "Utah basketball: Larry Krystkowiak sounds off on recruiting, cheating and more" (Salt Lake Tribune) "Krystkowiak's address on a rainy Wednesday was a part of the Hinckley Institute's Sam Rich lecture series."
September 16, 2015: "Becker courts Republicans; Biskupski grabs support from labor groups" (Salt Lake Tribune) "Although GOP numbers are relatively small in Salt Lake City, they do turn out to vote, said Tim Chambless, a University of Utah professor of political science who also is affiliated with the Hinckley Institute of Politics."
September 15, 2015: "Dan and Pat Jones Honored by Utah Foundation" (Utahpolicy.com) "He was closely associated with the Hinckley Institute of Politics, and taught and sponsored thousands of Hinckley interns over the years."
September 14, 2015: "Trump looms large in 2nd GOP debate for Utah GOP, Dems" (Deseret News) "University of Utah political science professor Tim Chambless of the U.'s Hinckley Institute of Politics said even if Trump is just seen as 'the face' of the GOP in 2016, Republicans could be hurt."
September 13, 2015: "Herbert Praised for Bipartisan Approach" (Utahpolicy.com) "'Members from both parties were instrumental in passing the legislation,' said Morgan Lyon Cotti, the state and local program manager at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics."
September 9, 2015: "In the shadow of shiny science and business buildings, Utah’s arts and humanities students await campus upgrades" (Salt Lake Tribune) "One of the school's largest classroom buildings and home of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, OSH is also known as the "worst building on campus," notes student newspaper The Daily Utah Chronicle."
September 4, 2015: "6 Governors Who Choose Pragmatism Over Ideology" (Governing) "'Members from both parties were instrumental in passing the legislation,' said Morgan Lyon Cotti, the state and local program manager at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics."
September 5, 2015: "Mitt 2016? GOP angst keeps Romney talk alive" (Deseret News) "Longtime Romney supporter Kirk Jowers, the former head of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics, said seeing Trump rise to the top of national polls has plenty of Republicans pining for Romney."
September 2, 2015: "Party Animals" (City Weekly) "Tim Chambless, a professor of political science at the University of Utah who is also affiliated with the U's Hinckley Institute of Politics, says he's not surprised that the feud between Evans and Weiler is ongoing."
September 1, 2015: Hinckley Institute Director Jason Perry spoke on KSL Newsradio regarding presidential campaign donations and to whom Utahns are donating.
August 27, 2015: "Opinion: Count My Vote and SB 54 – Winning a Battle, Losing the War" (Utah Political Capitol) "This group, led by former Utah Governor Mike Leavitt (Republican), Hinckley Institute of Politics Director Kirk Jowers, Zions Bank President Scott Anderson, Josh Romney, Jon Huntsman, Sr., and many of their past staffs, were out of power, derided by a new establishment – even the then-chair of the Republican Party, Thomas Wright, was surprised at the Bennett upset."
August 26, 2015: Hinckley Institute Local Program Manager Morgan Lyon Cotti spoke to KSL Newsradio regarding the 95th anniversary of women's suffrage.
August 24, 2015: "GOP Rhetoric on Immigration is Complicated Topic for Congresswoman Mia Love" (KUER) "'Mia Love became a citizen immediately when she was born in this country under the 14th amendment, section one,' says Tim Chambless, associate professor of political science at the [Hinckley Institute]."
August 11, 2015: "Biskupski gets most votes in Salt Lake City mayoral race, advances to general election" (Deseret News) "Tim Chambless, a University of Utah political science professor affiliated with the Hinckley Institute of Politics, said Tuesday's results show Biskupski 'has a very fair shot.'"
August 11, 2015: "It's Biskupski vs. Becker in face-off for SLC mayor" (Salt Lake Tribune) "University of Utah political scientist Tim Chambless, who also is affiliated with the Hinckley Institute of Politics, said at this juncture the outlook is dire for Becker."
August 11, 2015: "Biskupski garners most votes in SLC mayoral race, advances to general election" (KSL) "Tim Chambless, a University of Utah political science professor affiliated with the Hinckley Institute of Politics, said Tuesday's results show Biskupski 'has a very fair shot.'"
August 11, 2015: "Donald Trump trails behind Jeb Bush in Utah polls" (KSTU) "Political Science Professor at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute, Tim Chambless, says the poll shows Utah Republicans are less skeptical of the idea of a third President Bush than Republicans nationally."
August 7, 2015: Hinckley Institute Local Program Manager Morgan Lyon Cotti spoke to KSL Newsradio recapping the first Republican debate of the 2016 election cycle.
August 7, 2015: "Utahns weigh in on GOP debate" (KTVX) "'The first hour was basically just really individualized questions and a lot of them were really tough questions and that gave voters a chance to learn more about each candidate,' said Morgan Lyon Cotti with the Hinckley Institute of Politics."
August 6, 2015: Hinckley Institute Local Program Manager Morgan Lyon Cotti spoke to KSL Newsradio regarding the first Republican debate of the 2016 election cycle.
August 6, 2015: "2015-2016 Governors Races Give Democrats (a Little) Hope" (Governing) Hinckley Institute Local Program Manager Morgan Lyon Cotti provided information regarding Governor Gary Herbert for this article.
August 6, 2015: "Op-ed: Hatch is an indispensable senator of immense accomplishments" (Salt Lake Tribune) "Kirk L. Jowers is the former director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics and now serves as doTERRA International LLC's vice president of corporate relations."
August 5, 2015: "Becker still way ahead in money race for Salt Lake City mayor" (Salt Lake Tribune) "When it comes to the incumbent's bulging campaign fund, the question is whether aggressive spending can overcome Becker's low poll numbers, according to Tim Chambless, a University of Utah professor of political science, who also is affiliated with the Hinckley Institute of Politics."
August 4, 2015: "Hillary Clinton to make brief stop in Utah" (KSL) "Utahns don't have much love for the Clintons, [Hinckley Institute] political science professor Tim Chambless said, noting Bill Clinton had a third-place finish in the 1992 presidential race in Utah behind third-party candidate Ross Perot."
August 3, 2015: "Hillary Clinton making brief fundraising stop in Utah" (Deseret News) "Utahns don't have much love for the Clintons, [Hinckley Institute] political science professor Tim Chambless said, noting Bill Clinton had a third-place finish in the 1992 presidential race in Utah behind third-party candidate Ross Perot."
July 31, 2015: "Salt Lake City mayor's spokesman placed on administrative leave after online comments" (Deseret News) "Tim Chambless, a University of Utah political science professor affiliated with the Hinckley Institute of Politics, said it's difficult to predict the legal outcome of the investigation."
July 30, 2015: "Poll: Salt Lakers unhappy with police chief’s ouster" (Salt Lake Tribune) "Burbank's departure could be seen as a sea change in the race for mayor, according to Tim Chambless, a University of Utah political science professor who also is affiliated with the Hinckley Institute of Politics."
July 29, 2015: "The Path to Repeal Obamacare With Just 51 Votes" (Sentinel Republic) "But Tim Chambless, a [Hinckley Institute] political science professor, said he was skeptical Lee’s plan would have much impact."
July 27, 2015: "Lee takes on new strategy in fight against Affordable Care Act" (Deseret News) "But Tim Chambless, a [Hinckley Institute] political science professor, said he was skeptical Lee's plan would have much impact. He said even an effort to repeal the Affordable Care Act passes, the president is certain to veto it."
July 27, 2015: "New position for Governor Herbert gives Utah louder voice on national stage" (KTVX) "'It's a huge position for the governor, but it's also a huge position for the state of Utah,' said [director] Jason Perry with the Hinckley Institute of Politics."
July 22, 2015: "Poll shows tight race between Becker, Biskupski" (Deseret News) "But [Hinckley Institute] political science professor Tim Chambless said Biskupski could very well have already taken a considerable lead."
July 22, 2015: "Tribune poll: Biskupski leads Becker in Salt Lake City mayoral race" (Salt Lake Tribune) "The numbers aren't encouraging for Becker, said Tim Chambless, a University of Utah political science professor who also is affiliated with the Hinckley Institute of Politics."
July 21, 2015: "4th District campaign already down and dirty as Doug Owens announces another run for Congress" (Deseret News) "Another U. political science professor, Tim Chambless, labeled Hansen's strong words as a 'pre-emptive strike' in the campaign. Chambless, affiliated with the U.'s Hinckley Institute of Politics, said he expects the race to be close."
July 19, 2015: "My view: Going forward, deals should involve framework for empowering Iran's civil society" (Deseret News) "In 'The Ayatollah’s Nuclear Gamble' (http://nucleargamble.org), a study I published in partnership with the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, we showed that attacking Iran’s nuclear infrastructure would result in 5,500 to 85,000 immediate casualties."
July 14, 2015: "Wisconsin Governor Scott Walker enters 2016 presidential race" (Lidtime) "[Hinckley Institute] Professor Tim Chambless said it shows a fractured Republican Party, and leaves the door wide open for any number of candidates to become the front runner."
July 13, 2015: "New program encourages women to get involved in politics and business" (KTVX) "Morgan Lyon Cotti with the Hinckley Institute of Politics says it's a step back from recent years when it seemed the tide was turning."
July 13, 2015: "Gov. Herbert's re-election campaign off to an early start" (Deseret News) "'We have a situation where the governor has probably been advised to be proactive rather than reactive,' said [Tim] Chambless, the academic outreach coordinator for the U.'s Hinckley Institute of Politics."
July 13, 2015: "Wisconsin Governor Scott Walker announces he's running for president" (KTVX) "'Potentially we could have anywhere between 20 and 25,' said Tim Chambless, Academic Outreach Coordinator at Hinckley Institute of Politics and Professor/Lecturer in Department of Political Science."
July 7, 2015: "Local biz: New executives at doTerra and Young Living Essential Oils" (Daily Herald) "dōTERRA, a leading global essential oils company based in Pleasant Grove, announced the addition of Kirk Jowers to its executive management team. Most recently, Jowers held the position as Director of the Hinckley Institute at the University of Utah, a position he held for ten years."
July 6, 2015: "Biskupski out-raises Becker after ouster of police chief" (Salt Lake Tribune) "Although it may be difficult to draw direct parallels to the former police chief's ouster, the latest fundraising report does show a trend in Biskupski's favor, said University of Utah political science Professor Tim Chambless, who also is affiliated with the Hinckley Institute of Politics."
July 6, 2015: "dōTERRA Welcomes Kirk Jowers to Its Executive Team" (Benzinga) "dōTERRA, the leading global essential oils company, is pleased to announce the addition of Kirk Jowers to its executive management team. Most recently, Jowers held the position as Director of the Hinckley Institute at the University of Utah, a position he held for ten years."
July 1, 2015: "Jowers works final day as U of U Hinckley director" (KUTV) "Kirk Jowers worked his last day on Tuesday as Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics."
June 29, 2015: "UVU officially announces plans for autism center" (Daily Herald) "“dōTERRA is honored to be involved in this project,” Kirk Jowers, [Hinckley Institute director and] vice president of dōTERRA corporate relations, said. “The work UVU is undertaking with the new autism building is critical for countless families."
June 29, 2015: "dōTERRA Partners With Utah Valley University on Autism Support Center" (PR Web) "'We are honored and excited to be involved in the creation of the UVU autism support center,' said Kirk Jowers, [Hinckley Institute director and] Vice President of Corporate Relations for dōTERRA."
June 29, 2015: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers appeared live on KSL Radio's Doug Wright Show to discuss the Supreme Court ruling that keeps independent redistricting commissions legal and the implications for the future.
June 23, 2015: "Hatch heralded for advancing expanded trade authority; Lee skips vote" (Salt Lake Tribune) "'Senator Lee is between a political rock and a governmental hard place. Whichever way he votes he's going to irritate part of his political base in the middle of a political campaign,' says Tim Chambless, associate professor of political science at the University of Utah['s Hinckley Institute of Politics]."
June 22, 2015: "News roundup: If your parent is a senator, you’re 8,500 times more likely to become one, too" (Salt Lake Tribune) "Rep. Jason Chaffetz participates in Hinckley Institute of Politics seminar and meets with representatives from Grand, Emery and Carbon counties. He later tours Vivint."
June 22, 2015: "The table is turned on Utah civics teachers at annual Huntsman Seminar" (KTVX) "They are finding those ways at the 2015 Huntsman Seminar in Constitutional Government for Teachers, hosted by the Hinckley Institute of Politics."
June 21, 2015: "2015 Sam Rich Lecture: A Conversation with Michael Lewis" (Utahpolicy.com) "The University of Utah's Hinckley Institute is thrilled to present the 2015 Sam Rich Lecture, "A Conversation with Michael Lewis" in conjunction with the David Eccles School of Business."
June 21, 2015: "About Utah: Siberian born, American treasure" (Deseret News) "Since then she has painted the likes of World Bank president James Wolfensohn, University of Utah President Arthur Smith, Hinckley Institute director Kirk Jowers, Salt Lake City mayors Deedee Corradini and Rocky Anderson and presidential candidate Jon Huntsman, among many others."
June 11, 2015: "At least 6 GOP hopefuls expected at Romney's Utah summit" (KSL) "The summit lineup 'is further proof that Mitt Romney has become our country's most compelling public figure, as well as the GOP kingmaker,' said Kirk Jowers, outgoing head of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics.
June 10, 2015: "Romney to host at least 6 GOP presidential hopefuls at annual Deer Valley summit" (Deseret News) "The summit lineup 'is further proof that Mitt Romney has become our country's most compelling public figure, as well as the GOP kingmaker,' said Kirk Jowers, outgoing head of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics.
June 8, 2015: "Natalie Gochnour: New Delta flight presents economic growth opportunities for Utah, Western Europe" (Deseret News) "Utah’s language proficiency has been very evident as the governor’s former chief of staff, Derek Miller, director of the Hinckley Institute at the University of Utah [Kirk Jowers], and a member of the governor’s security detail all speak Dutch."
May 31, 2015: "Utah football: Parker Erickson goes pro in Washington — as staffer for Rep. Jason Chaffetz" (Salt Lake Tribune) "The customer was Kirk Jowers, longtime director of the Hinckley Insitute of Politics, and 'I didn't realize how big a deal he was until I was in his office and saw the pictures on the wall of him with presidents,' Erickson said."
May 25, 2015: "Gov. Herbert stepping up pressure on GOP to settle 'civil war'" (Deseret News) "Kirk Jowers, the outgoing head of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics and a founder of Count My Vote, said the governor 'is in the same boat as all Republican elected officials. They want their party to comply with law.'"
May 20, 2015: "Letter: Sex ed, not catchy billboards, will reduce teen pregnancy" (Salt Lake Tribune) Hinckley Institute Administrative Program Coordinator Molly Wheeler penned this op-ed.
May 20, 2015: "Salt Lake Chamber Celebrates Hinckley Institute’s 50 Years" (Utahpolicy.com) "For five decades, the Hinckley Institute has championed student and community civic engagement."
May 19, 2015: "Poll: Congressional delegation not impressing Utahns" (KSL) "A favorability rating above 50 percent is 'pretty good' when the body you represent has a less than 10 percent approval rating, said Kirk Jowers, head of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah."
May 19, 2015: "Congressional delegation not impressing Utahns, poll shows" (Deseret News) "A favorability rating above 50 percent is 'pretty good' when the body you represent has a less than 10 percent approval rating, said Kirk Jowers, head of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah."
May 18, 2015: "Celebrating 50 years" (At the U) "'The Hinckley Institute has played a pivotal role for strengthening Utah politics, government and policies since its creation. It has also become increasingly important to our nation and world over the past decade as University of Utah students continue to expand their presence,' said Kirk Jowers, the institute’s director."
May 14, 2015: "News roundup: Marco Rubio says America's standing has 'deteriorated' under Obama" (Salt Lake Tribune) "Congrats: To the U.’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, which turns 50 years old this week and celebrated with a gala last night at Rice Eccles Stadium’s Sky Box to tout the success of Robert H. Hinckley’s goal making "every student a politician."
May 13, 2015: "The Hinckley Institute of Politics Celebrates 50 Years of Excellence" (Utahpolicy.com) "Prominent state, national and global leaders will join with students and alumni Wednesday evening to celebrate the Hinckley Institute of Politics’ 50th anniversary."
May 13, 2015: "The Hinckley Institute Radio Hour: Divestment from Fossil Fuels" (KCPW) "The discussion was recorded on April 13th, with an audience of students and faculty, in the Hinckley Institute caucus room."
May 13, 2015: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers was interviewed live in studio on the Doug Wright Show regarding the Hinckley Institute's 50th anniversary.
May 13, 2015: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers was interviewed live in studio on X96's Radio from Hell regarding the Hinckley Institute's 50th anniversary.
May 13, 2015: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers was interviewed live in studio on KUER's RadioWest regarding the Hinckley Institute's 50th anniversary.
May 13, 2015: "News roundup: Utah’s Mike Lee open to Supreme Court appointment" (Salt Lake Tribune) "Rep. Mia Love hits a Congressional Black Caucus meeting and later talks with students from the Hinckley Institute of Politics."
May 13, 2015: "Rosewater" (KUER) "Bahari is in Utah as a guest of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, which is is celebrating its 50th anniversary at the University of Utah."
May 12, 2015: "Governor Brown Announces Appointments" (Imperial Valley News) "Mijic was a graduate fellow for the Pew Charitable Trusts Children's Dental Campaign in 2009 and was a staff assistant at the University of Utah, Hinckley Institute of Politics from 2008 to 2009."
May 8, 2015: "News roundup: Candidates who turned presidential losses into gold" (Salt Lake Tribune) "Happy Birthday: To former state Reps. Phil Riesen and Rep. Kenneth Sumsion, Spencer Jenkins the public information officer for the State Board of Regents, Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers, and state Sen. Mark Madsen."
May 6, 2015: "The Hinckley Institute Radio Hour: How Congress Really Works" (KCPW) "The Hinckley Institute Radio Hour (Air date: May 6, 2015)"
May 2, 2015: "Utah: Young, tolerant, and surprising" (The Economist) "The sexual-discrimination bill passed largely because the church supported it, says Tim Chambless, a political scientist [and Outreach Coordinator] at the [Hinckley Institute of Politics at the] University of Utah."
April 29, 2015: "Thank you!" (KCPW) "Earlier this month, we raised over $25,000 for the station thanks to a $10,000 matching grant generously donated by the Hinckley Institute’s Wayne Owens Fund, and thanks to you!"
April 28, 2015: "Mike Lee dodges potential challenger with Romney ties" (Salt Lake Tribune) "He conducted polling to show that former Utah Govs. Mike Leavitt and Jon Huntsman Jr. stood a chance, as did Kirk Jowers, the director of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics, and Josh Romney."
April 21, 2015: "Josh Romney: I won't run against Sen. Mike Lee, but another Republican should" (Deseret News) "Previously, Romney had considered a bid for Congress against then-Rep. Jim Matheson, D-Utah, and for lieutenant governor on a ticket with Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics."
April 20, 2015: "Jowers set to leave Hinckley Institute after a decade of work" (Daily Utah Chronicle) "On his first day as director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics in 2005, Kirk Jowers got an angry phone call. ... Courtney McBeth, associate director of the Hinckley Institute, and Morgan Lyon Cotti, the state and local program manager, said Jowers leaves a legacy behind him."
April 18, 2015: "Two minutes, any topic; students compete in public speaking event at U of U" (KSTU) "The Hinckley Institute of Politics at the U of U hosted the speech competition, and director Kirk Jowers said public speaking is something that is important but often inspires fear."
April 17, 2015: "Ten Things You Need to Know for Friday - April 17, 2015" (Utahpolicy.com) "Kirk Jowers announces he is stepping down from the Hinckley Institute of Politics to take a job in the private sector."
April 17, 2015: "News roundup: Clinton flies commercial, carries own bag in ‘everywoman’ push" (Salt Lake Tribune) "Topping the news: Kirk Jowers, often called the most quoted man in Utah politics, announced that he is leaving his position as the director of the U.’s Hinckley Institute of Politics for a corporate job with doTERRA."
April 17, 2015: "Kirk Jowers leaves U.’s Hinckley Institute for job in private sector" (Direct Sellers Society) "One of Utah’s most popular political pundits, Kirk Jowers, announced Thursday he is stepping down as director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics for a job in the private sector."
April 16, 2015: "Kirk Jowers leaving Hinckley Institute of Politics at U." (Salt Lake Tribune) "Kirk Jowers — sometimes called the 'most quoted man in Utah' on politics — is leaving as director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, a job he held for 10 years."
April 16, 2015: "Kirk Jowers leaves U.'s Hinckley Institute for job in private sector" (KSL) "One of Utah's most popular political pundits, Kirk Jowers, announced Thursday he is stepping down as director of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics for a job in the private sector."
April 16, 2015: "Political expert Kirk Jowers leaving University of Utah" (Associated Press) "Well-known political science professor Kirk Jowers is leaving the [Hinckley Institute of Politics] to join a Pleasant Grove-based essential oils company."
April 16, 2015: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers appeared live on KSL Radio’s Doug Wright Show to discuss his departure from the University of Utah to accept a job with doTERRA.
April 16, 2015: "Kirk Jowers stepping down from U.'s Hinckley Institute" (Deseret News) "One of Utah's most popular political pundits, Kirk Jowers, announced Thursday he is stepping down as director of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics for a job in the private sector."
April 16, 2015: "Kirk Jowers stepping down as Hinckley Institute director" (KUTV) "After 10 years, Kirk Jowers is stepping down as director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics."
April 16, 2015: "Kirk Jowers leaving Hinckley Institute for doTERRA" (Utah Politico Hub) "In a email this morning, Kirk Jowers announced his departure from the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics."
April 16, 2015: "Political expert Kirk Jowers leaving University of Utah" (Cache Valley Daily) "Well-known political science professor Kirk Jowers is leaving the University of Utah['s Hinckley Institute] to join a Pleasant Grove-based essential oils company."
April 16, 2015: "‘Most Quoted Man in Utah’ to Leave Post at the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics" (Newswise) "Kirk Jowers, a well-known professor of political science at the University of Utah who has been dubbed the 'most quoted man in Utah' during a decade-long tenure as director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, is leaving his post to pursue a career in private industry."
April 16, 2015: "Political expert Kirk Jowers leaving University of Utah" (Daily Herald) "Well-known political science professor Kirk Jowers is leaving the [Hinckley Institute] to join a Pleasant Grove-based essential oils company."
April 16, 2015: "Kirk Jowers Leaving Hinckley Institute of Politics" (Utahpolicy.com) "Kirk Jowers is leaving the Hinckley Institute of Politics after a decade at the helm of that organization."
April 15, 2015: "Hinckley speech contest wows crowd" (Daily Utah Chronicle) "But Wednesday night, 31 contestants in the Hinckley Institute of Politics’ HIP Talks event conquered that fear for a chance to win the $5,000 grand prize."
April 14, 2015: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers appeared live on KSL Radio’s Morning Show to discuss Hillary Clinton’s entry in to the 2016 presidential race.
April 13, 2015: "Join Us: One-Day Pledge Drive!" (KCPW) "This pledge drive, as an extra incentive, the Hinckley Institute’s Wayne Owens Fund has generously donated a $10,000 challenge grant."
April 13, 2015: "Utah firing squad law doesn't deter tourists" (Associated Press) "Morgan Lyon Cotti, [Hinckley Institute Local Program Manager and] University of Utah public policy professor: 'Perhaps the public hasn't even realized that this is a part of the past and it didn't seem like that big of a sea change since it's still been in the news and still been in recent history.'"
April 13, 2015: Hinckley Institute Local Program Manager Morgan Lyon Cotti appeared on KSL News live discussing the upcoming US general election.
April 12, 2015: "Frank Pignanelli & LaVarr Webb: Can Republicans ever win the presidency?" (Deseret News) "Karl Rove is an almost favorite son of our state (Olympus High School graduate and political intern at the U. of U.’s Hinckley Institute of Politics)."
April 12, 2015: "Mike Lee could be a lock for re-election to Senate" (The Salt Lake Tribune) "The four men best positioned to beat Lee were Chaffetz, Romney, former Gov. Mike Leavitt and Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics."
April 10, 2015: "Josh Romney Could Be Powerful Foe for Utah Sen. Mike Lee" (Newsmax) "Kirk Jowers, who has ruled out his own campaign as a possible Lee successor and who heads the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics, told The Deseret News that he does not believe Romney will run, even with his name recognition."
April 9, 2015: "Professor discusses myth of choice as a factor in Utah’s gender wage gap" (KSTU) "Berik addressed the issue at an event hosted by the Hinckley Institute of Politics on Thursday."
April 9, 2015: "Utah ranks among the worst states in the country for women in part due to gender gap" (KTVX) "Dr. Berik held a lecture today at the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah to discuss 'Equal Pay: Debunking the Myths Behind the Gender Wage Gap.'"
April 9, 2015: "Gender pay gap wider in Utah than US' (KUTV) "Thursday the Hinckley Institute held a forum to discuss the pay disparity and what can be done to change it."
April 8, 2015: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers appeared live in-studio on KSL Radio’s The Doug Wright Show to discuss the 2016 Utah U.S. Senate race and the 2016 presidential race.
April 8, 2015: "Josh Romney, Sen. Mike Lee could be a close race, survey finds" (KSL) "Kirk Jowers, the head of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics, said in all his interactions with Romney he doesn't believe Romney will challenge Sen. Lee in 2016, despite having a viable shot if he chose to run."
April 8, 2015: "Poll: Josh Romney would be a tough opponent for Sen. Mike Lee" (Deseret News) "Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics, said he doesn't think the Romney son will run even though his name recognition would make him a strong candidate."
April 8, 2015: "Sen. Mike Lee still looking strong in Utah" (Breitbart) "Sources said he has spoken with Josh Romney, the son of former Gov. Mitt Romney, and [Hinckley Institute director] Kirk Jowers, as well as Beattie."
April 7, 2015: "University of Utah students get an explanation for their higher tuition" (Salt Lake Tribune) "About 50 undergraduates and master's students filled the room typically reserved for Hinckley Institute of Politics events."
April 4, 2015: "4 People Who Say Ted Cruz Will Never Be President" (Care2) "'I give him almost zero chance of winning the nomination,' said Kirk Jowers, with the Hinckley Institute of Politics, told a Utah news station, adding that Cruz is a 'dangerous candidate' for the Republican Party."
April 1, 2015: "Obama expected to stay overnight in Utah for HAFB visit" (Deseret News) "Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics, said he has no doubt Obama will get a better reception from the state's GOP leaders than Bush did from former Salt Lake City Mayor Rocky Anderson."
April 1, 2015: "The Hinckley Institute Radio Hour: Was the War in Afghanistan Worth It?" (KCPW) "Recently the Hinckley Institute of Politics hosted a debate: 'Was the War in Afghanistan Worth it?'"
March 30, 2015: "Hinckley Institute hopes to break record" (Daily Utah Chronicle) "Last year, the Hinckley Institute of Politics held a record 116 forums and it hopes to exceed that number this year."
March 28, 2015: "Training session aims to boost female representation in Utah politics" (KSTU) "Several representatives and city council women gathered at the Hinckley Institute to speak about their experience and answer questions, and the room was filled with women of all ages who had a wide variety of education, occupations and aspirations."
March 28, 2015: Hinckley Institute Local Program Manager Morgan Lyon Cotti was interviewed on KTVX regarding the Real Woman Run spring training.
March 27, 2015: "Training Aims to Reverse Declining Numbers of Utah Women in Politics" (KUER) "Morgan Lyon Cotti is the State Program Manager at the Hinckley Institute of Politics, where the training takes place."
March 26, 2015: "Tea party movement still strong, Harvard professor tells U. students" (Deseret News) "Speaking at the U.'s Hinckley Institute of Politics, Skocpol said the tea party has pulled the Republican Party to the extreme right, particularly on health care, immigration and global warming, preventing political compromise."
March 25, 2015: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers was the guest on “What’s Up Utah” on KTMW 20.
March 24, 2015: "Hinckley Institute speech contest: two minutes to win it" (Daily Utah Chronicle) "The Hinckley Institute of Politics and ASUU are sponsoring HIP Talks, a university-wide speech contest in which students can talk about anything they want, as long as they keep it within the two-minute time frame."
March 23, 2015: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers appeared live on the Doug Wright Show on KSL Radio to discuss Senator Cruz's presidential candidacy announcement and Jonathan Johnson's chances against Governor Gary Herbert.
March 23, 2015: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers appeared live in studio as the Political Insider on KSL Evening News at 6 with Deanie Wimmer and Dave McCann to discuss the U.S. presidential race.
March 23, 2015: "Sen. Mike Lee not ready to endorse Ted Cruz for president" (KSL) "Kirk Jowers, head of the U.'s Hinckley Institute of Politics and seen as a possible Republican challenger to Lee, said not endorsing Cruz is the right decision if Lee wants to win re-election."
March 23, 2015: "Local expert says Ted Cruz won't win Republican nomination, but can be disruptive" (KTVX) "'I give him almost zero chance of winning the nomination,' said Kirk Jowers, with the Hinckley Institute of Politics."
March 23, 2015: "Sen. Mike Lee not ready to endorse Ted Cruz for president" (Deseret News) "Kirk Jowers, head of the U.'s Hinckley Institute of Politics and seen as a possible Republican challenger to Lee, said not endorsing Cruz is the right decision if Lee wants to win re-election."
March 23, 2015: "Real Women Run Offers Spring Training for Women Ready to Run for Public Office" (Utahpolicy.com) "This free training takes place at the Hinckley Institute of Politics on the University of Utah campus."
March 22, 2015: "Why Is Utah's Top GOP Strategist Trying to Take Down the Governor?" (National Journal) "'[Herbert] is about as untouchable as it comes,' said Kirk Jowers, the director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah."
March 19, 2015: "Former Utah senator 'optimistic' about pancreatic cancer outlook" (KSL) "Former Utah Sen. [and Hinckley Institute Resident Scholar] Bob Bennett said he and his doctors are “optimistic” about his pancreatic cancer, though his tumor is currently inoperable."
March 16, 2015: "News roundup: Poll: Utahns favor Bush, Clinton in 2016 but 'don't know' beats them both" (Salt Lake Tribune) "Kirk L. Jowers, the director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, says extending the Maternal, Infant, and Early Childhood Home Visiting program is critical to the state of Utah."
March 14, 2015: "Op-ed: Home-visiting program is getting Utah families off to a good start" (Salt Lake Tribune) "Kirk L. Jowers is the University of Utah's Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics. Dr. Morgan Lyon Cotti, State Program Manager of the Hinckley Institute, contributed to this column."
March 13, 2015: Hinckley Institute Local Program Manager Morgan Lyon Cotti was interviewed on KSL regarding the end of the Utah legislative session.
March 13, 2015: "2015 Legislative Wrap-up" (KUER) "Friday, we’re live at the Hinckley Institute of Politics for a look back at the 2015 Utah legislative session."
March 13, 2015: "Sen. Jim Dabakis, House Speaker Greg Hughes discuss 2015 legislative session" (KSTU) Sen. Dabakis and Rep. Hughes were interviewed at the Hinckley Institute following the conclusion of the Legislative Wrap-Up forum.
March 11, 2015: "Sen. Lee adds Huntsman Jr., bank CEO Scott Anderson to reelection committee" (KSTU) "Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics in Utah, said a race between Huntsman Jr. and Lee would have been one to watch."
March 9, 2015: "Hinckley Institute honors the people — not the party" (Daily Utah Chronicle) "However, the Hinckley Institute of Politics has made it its goal to remain non-partisan."
March 9, 2015: "Capecchi speaks to Hinckley Institute audience about genetics" (Daily Utah Chronicle) "On Monday, March 9, the Hinckley Institute of Politics honored Dr. Mario Capecchi in their Outstanding Professor Lecture Series."
March 5, 2015: "Utah legislature to consider medical marijuana" (Daily Utah Chronicle) "Morgan Lyon Cotti, [Local Program Manager of] the Hinckley Institute of Politics, said the conservative climate of Utah is a powerful force working against SB259."
March 5, 2015: "ALEC leader meets with Utah leaders, U. students" (Salt Lake Tribune) "She and Hinckley Institute director Kirk Jowers discussed a few pieces of innovative legislation Utah lawmakers are working on this year, including the 'Right to Try' bill that would allow terminally ill patients to use experimental drugs; a milestone compromise on antidiscrimination between the LGBT community and LDS Church leaders; and a plan to reform the criminal-justice system with reduced sentences and better treatment for drug offenders."
March 4, 2015: "Where Her Truth Is" (Mormon Women Project) "Morgan Lyon Cotti grew up with a mom who worked in politics. These early experience shaped in own future as she stepped into advanced education and made choices about work, marriage, and motherhood, managing the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah."
March 2, 2015: "ASUU candidates talk constitution, platforms" (Daily Utah Chronicle) "The candidates for ASUU president and vice president debated about their platforms and the U’s student constitution in the Hinckley Institute of Politics on Monday."
March 1, 2015: "Letter: Don’t let them protect ‘extreme’ Lee" (Salt Lake Tribune) "Through their antiquated caucus system they were able to oust the moderate, [Hinckley Institute Resident Scholar and former] Sen. Bob Bennett."
March 1, 2015: "Bob Bennett: Climate change question should change from 'Is it real?' to 'How bad is it?'" (Deseret News) "Robert Bennett, former U.S. senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics."
March 1, 2015: "Club for Growth plots role as 2016 kingmaker" (Politico) "The Club already plans to spend money to help Mike Lee win the GOP convention in Utah, where he toppled incumbent Sen. [and Hinckley Institute Resident Scholar] Bob Bennett five years ago and could now face a challenge from a more moderate Republican, as well as Pat Toomey, the former president of the Club who is seeking a second term in Pennsylvania."
February 27, 2015: "Mexican ambassador to speak at the U" (Daily Utah Chronicle) "Kendahl Melvin, [a Hinckley] Institute staff member, said it took a partnership with the entire state of Utah to pull off the event."
February 26, 2015: "Herbert considering executive action on Healthy Utah" (KSL) "Morgan Lyon Cotti, who studies the state Legislature as a member of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, said Hughes' steps to block the bill through his position as speaker has led to a dramatic standoff between Hughes and the governor."
February 26, 2015: "The Hinckley Institute Radio Hour: Terrorism and the Media" (KCPW) "And Kirk Jowers (moderator), is Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics."
February 26, 2015: "Gov. Herbert increases pressure on House to hear Healthy Utah" (Deseret News) "Morgan Lyon Cotti, who studies the state Legislature as a member of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, said Hughes' steps to block the bill through his position as speaker has led to a dramatic standoff between Hughes and the governor."
February 26, 2015: "Former senator announces cancer diagnosis; officials respond" (St. George News) "Former Sen. [and Hinckley Institute Resident Scholar] Bob Bennett announced Wednesday that he is battling pancreatic cancer."
February 25, 2015: "Former Utah Senator Bob Bennett diagnosed with pancreatic cancer" (Reuters) "[Former Sen. and Hinckley Institute Resident Scholar Bob] Bennett, 81, said in a statement quoted by the Salt Lake Tribune that doctors were hopeful that a "combination of chemotherapy and radiation can shrink the tumor to a point where it will become operable."
February 25, 2015: "Former Utah Sen. Bob Bennett diagnosed with cancer" (The Hill) "Bob Bennett, a Utah Republican who served three terms in the Senate [and Hinckley Institute Resident Scholar], will begin treatment for pancreatic cancer this week, he said in a statement Wednesday."
February 25, 2015: "Former Utah Sen. Bob Bennett has pancreatic cancer" (Deseret News) "[Robert] Bennett is also a resident scholar at the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics."
February 25, 2015: "Former Utah Senator Bob Bennett getting treatment for pancreatic cancer" (KSTU) "Former Utah Senator [and Hinckley Institute Resident Scholar] Bob Bennett announced Wednesday he has pancreatic cancer and will be seeking treatment to reduce the size of a tumor so that it may be operated on."
February 25, 2015: "Former Utah Sen. Bennett diagnosed with pancreatic cancer" (Salt Lake Tribune) "Former Sen. [and Hinckley Institute Resident Scholar] Bob Bennett of Utah confirmed Wednesday that he has pancreatic cancer and will start treatment Friday."
February 25, 2015: "Former Utah Senator diagnosed with cancer" (KTVX) "Former United States senator from Utah [and Hinckley Institute Resident Scholar] Bob Bennett has been diagnosed with cancer."
February 25, 2015: "Former Sen. Bob Bennett diagnosed with pancreatic cancer" (KSL) "[Robert] Bennett is also a resident scholar at the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics."
February 25, 2015: "Former Sen. Bob Bennett Announces He Has Pancreatic Cancer" (Utahpolicy.com) "Former Sen. [and Hinckley Institute Resident Scholar] Bob Bennett said via his Facebook page Wednesday that he has been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer."
February 25, 2015: "Ex-US Sen. Bob Bennett announces cancer diagnosis" (Associated Press) "Former U.S. Sen. [and Hinckley Institute Resident Scholar] Bob Bennett of Utah has announced that he’s been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer and will start treatment this week."
February 24, 2015: "Steve Scalise raises big money with special PAC" (The Advocate) "Their number grew from 87 in 2000 to 405 in 2012, with total receipts increasing from $52.5 million to $1.07 billion in that period, according to Samuelson and lawyer [and Hinckley Institute director] Kirk Jowers, both with the Caplin & Drysdale firm in Washington."
February 24, 2015: "Oscar speech sparks talks about gender pay gap in Utah" (KTVX) "'The first thing people think of with Provo is that it's one of the most conservative places in the state and there may be a huge cultural difference on that wage gap,' said Hinckley Institute of Politics State Program Director Morgan Lyon Cotti."
February 23, 2015: "Hinckley forum explores U.S. and Latin American relations" (Daily Utah Chronicle) "Valenzuela spoke at the U as part of the 17th Annual Siciliano Forum sponsored by the Hinckley Institute of Politics."
February 23, 2015: "McCarthey Family Foundation Announces $2,500.00 Essay Competition for Students at Colleges and Universities in Utah" (Utahpolicy.com) "...Kirk L. Jowers (Director, Hinckley Institute of Politics and Federal Relations, University of Utah)..."
February 23, 2015: "Robert Bennett: Are Republican congressional leaders capable of governing?" (Deseret News) "Robert Bennett, former U.S. senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics."
February 23, 2015: "Latinos in Utah" (KUER) "As part of the Hinckley Institute of Politics’ Siciliano Forum on US-Latin American Relations, we’re asking what those changes mean for the Latino community and for Utah."
February 23, 2015: "News roundup: Utah's Mike Lee is the most 'extreme' senator" (Salt Lake Tribune) "Rep. Chris Stewart meets with constituents in his Salt Lake City office, talks with the University of Utah College of Engineering and speaks to students at the Hinckley Institute Forum."
February 17, 2015: "The Future of U.S. and Latin American Relations at Center of 2015 Rocco C. And Marion S. Siciliano Forum" (Newswise) "In recognition of this complex and changing landscape, the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah will present the 17th Annual Rocco C. and Marion S. Siciliano Forum, Considerations on the Status of the American Society."
February 17, 2015: "Huntsman confirms he will not try to oust Mike Lee" (KUTV) "'This probably would be the blockbuster senate race of the country,' said [Hinckley Institute Director] Kirk Jowers who says a race would bring national attention to Utah."
February 17, 2015: "Effort to Delay Onset of Count My Vote Election Reforms Stalls" (City Weekly) "But Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, who helped lead the Count My Vote process, told the committee that the date brokered in the compromise was not accidental."
February 17, 2015: "Committee kills bill to delay Utah’s Count My Vote candidate-selection compromise" (Salt Lake Tribune) "Kirk Jowers, [Director of the Hinckley Institute and] a co-founder of Count My Vote, said his group always insisted that the compromise take effect in 2016, the year of presidential, gubernatorial and U.S. Senate races in Utah."
February 17, 2015: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers appeared live on KSL Radio’s Doug Wright Show to discuss the potential match up between Senator Mike Lee and Governor Jon Huntsman, Jr. in the 2016 U.S. Senate primary race.
February 17, 2015: Hinckley Institute Local Program Manager Morgan Lyon Cotti appeared on KRCL 90.9 FM to speak about the state legislative session as well as challenges to Count My Vote/SB54.
February 17, 2015: "Bill to Delay Count My Vote Compromise Fails in House Committee" (Utahpolicy.com) "Kirk Jowers, [Director of the Hinckley Institute and] one of the founders of Count My Vote, said delaying the compromise until 2018 was brought up during negotiations over the compromise last year."
February 17, 2015: "Utah GOP claims 'Count My Vote' compromise law could keep them off the 2016 ballot" (KSTU) "Kirk Jowers, a co-founder of Count My Vote [and Director of the Hinckley Institute], told FOX 13 he did not believe the Utah GOP’s threat of not being able to make the ballot in 2016 because they are unable to comply."
February 16, 2015: "Huntsman apparently hasn't ruled out run against Sen. Mike Lee" (Deseret News) "Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics, said that 'it's no secret that many business groups and other individuals have had the sharp knives out for Mike Lee.'"
February 16, 2015: "Huntsman could run against Lee in 2016 Senate race, Republicans say" (KSL) "Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics, said that 'it's no secret that many business groups and other individuals have had the sharp knives out for Mike Lee.'"
February 16, 2015: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers appeared live on KSL Radio’s Scott and Maria Show to discuss the potential match up between Senator Mike Lee and Governor Jon Huntsman, Jr. in the 2016 U.S. Senate primary race.
February 16, 2015: "Political experts talk about potential race between Sen. Mike Lee and former Utah Gov. Jon Hunstman Jr." (KSTU) "Kirk Jowers is the director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics. 'I think it would be the single most intriguing and most covered race in the country,' Jowers said."
February 16, 2015: "Robert Bennett: The vote on war should never turn into 'policy by bumper sticker'" (Deseret News) "Robert Bennett, former U.S. senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics."
February 13, 2015: “'Count My Vote' warns lawmakers about undoing deal” (KSTU) "[Hinckley Institute Director and] Count My Vote co-founder Kirk Jowers told FOX 13 on Friday that he believes the bills seeking to undo the compromise will not pass."
February 13, 2015: "Count My Vote supporters call legislation undoing agreement 'troubling and alarming'" (Deseret News) "Kirk Jowers, a founder of Count My Vote and the head of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics, said volunteers and contributors to the initiative effort are concerned about what they see happening this session."
February 11, 2015: "U of U alum to speak about his reconstruction efforts in Afghanistan" (KTVX) "It starts at noon on Wednesday at the Hinckley Institute of Politics."
February 9, 2015: "University of Utah Alum David Schwendiman to Speak on Reconstruction Efforts in Afghanistan" (Newswise) "Schwendiman is also speaking at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics on Feb. 11 at noon."
February 8, 2015: "Robert Bennett: Islamic State group's big blunder with Jordan" (Deseret News) "Robert Bennett, former U.S. senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics."
February 4, 2015: "Freedom rider speaks at Hinckley on importance of social activism." (Daily Utah Chronicle) "Joan Trumpauer Mulholland, a civil rights activist, Freedom Rider and lunch counter sit-ins participant, spoke at [a Hinckley Institute] forum on Tuesday."
February 8, 2015: "Kirk Jowers: the Hinckley Institute's main man" (Deseret News) Every semester [director Kirk Jowers] watches them walk by the Hinckley Institute of Politics offices on the University of Utah campus, checking out the displays, not sure what to make of everything, wondering if they would like it, if there might be something that could prove useful to their lives.
February 4, 2015: "Salt Lake Acting Company to Host Free Panel Discussion, 2/15" (Broadway World) "Tim Chambless is an Associate Professor/Lecturer in the Department of Political Science and the Academic Outreach Coordinator for the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah"
February 4, 2015: "In party lacking diversity, all GOP needs is Love" (E&E News) "Even though it was a wave election for the GOP, in the end, Love barely won 'in a district that was gerrymandered for a Republican candidate to expect to win 62 percent of the vote,' Tim Chambless, a Hinckley Institute of Politics professor at the University of Utah, said in an interview last month."
February 2, 2015: "Hinckley Institute chooses Chaffetz as Politician of the Year" (Daily Utah Chronicle) "Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute, introduced Chaffetz as 'the happy warrior,' who enjoys his work in Congress."
February 2, 2015: "Robert Bennett: Cut Hollywood some slack when it comes to 'political' bio-pics" (Deseret News) "Robert Bennett, former U.S. senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics.
February 1, 2015: "Chaffetz Discusses Romney, Congressional Oversight" (Utahpolicy.com) "Rep. Jason Chaffetz discusses his disappointment that Mitt Romney is not running for President in 2016, his plans as chairman of the House Oversight Committee and Utah's growing clout in Congress [following his remarks at the Hinckley Institute Politician of the Year forum]."
January 31, 2015: "The Case for Mitt Romney" (National Journal) "Mitt's 2012 statements on foreign affairs would be a clear asset in a race against Hillary Clinton, says Romney family friend[, director of the Hinckley Institute,] and former leadership PAC chairman Kirk Jowers."
January 30, 2015: "Utah officials disappointed that Romney is sitting out 2016" (Times Free Press) "Kirk Jowers, a close friend of Romney's and director of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics, said Friday morning that Romney had a brief flirtation with a third run because he thought he had the best chance of winning the White House, a belief based on favorable polling."
January 30, 2015: "Romney shocks supporters and opponents by decision not to run" (KUTV) "Kirk Jowers of the Hinckley Institute of Politics was Chair of the Romney Leadership PAC."
January 30, 2015: "Romney decision not to run again disappoints some Utah supporters" (Deseret News) "'I wanted Mitt to know I would do whatever he wanted and give whatever he needed,' said Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics and the chairman of Romney's leadership political action committees."
January 30, 2015: "Mitt Romney tells supporters he will not run for president in 2016" (KSTU) Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers was interviewed by Fox 13's Max Roth regarding Mitt Romney's decision to not run for president.
January 30, 2015: "Utah officials 'disappointed' with Romney's decision not to run" (KSL) "'I wanted Mitt to know I would do whatever he wanted and give whatever he needed,' said Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics and the chairman of Romney's leadership political action committees."
January 30, 2015: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers was interviewed live in studio by Deanie Wimmer on KSL News at 6:30 regarding Mitt Romney's decision to not run for president.
January 30, 2015: "Utah officials disappointed that Romney is sitting out 2016" (Daily Herald) "Kirk Jowers, a close friend of Romney's and director of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics, said on KSL Newsradio's 'The Doug Wright Show' Friday morning that Romney had a brief flirtation with a third run because he thought he had the best chance of winning the White House."
January 30, 2015: "Utah Republicans say they are disappointed Romney won't run again" (KTVX) "Long time friend and former Chairman of Romney's Leadership PAC [and Hinckley Institute Director] Kirk Jowers adds, 'I'm a little sad to be honest.'"
January 30, 2015: "Romney says 'no' to 2016 presidential race" (KNRS) "Romney's leadership PAC chairman [and Hinckley Institute director] Kirk Jowers says it was a difficult decision for the former Salt Lake Olympics president."
January 30, 2015: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers appeared KNRS Talk Radio’s Rod Arquette Show to discuss Mitt Romney’s announcement that he would not be running for President in 2016.
January 30, 2015: "News roundup: Mitt Romney to offer ‘an update’ on 2016 this morning" (Salt Lake Tribune) "Rep. Jason Chaffetz joins with Doug Wright on The Movie Show and speaks at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute to accept the "Politician of the Year" award."
January 30, 2015: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers appeared KNRS Morning Talk Radio to discuss Mitt Romney’s announcement that he would not be running for President in 2016.
January 30, 2015: "Well he's announced it..." (KNRS) "Kirk Jowers, Director of the Hinckley [Institute] of Politics at the U of U will be on the program today at 4:20 and GOP National Committee member Bruce Hough will be on the program today at 5:05 to discuss the ramifications of Romney's decision to not run."
January 30, 2015: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers appeared live on KSL Radio’s Doug Wright Show to discuss Mitt Romney’s announcement that he would not be running for President in 2016.
January 30, 2015: Rep. Jason Chaffetz appeared live on location with KSL Radio’s the Movie Show to discuss his being honored as the Hinckley Institute’s “Politician of the Year.”
January 30, 2015: "Rep. Jason Chaffetz vows pursuit of facts on Benghazi" (SF Gate) "The Republican from Utah who recently won a fourth term in Congress spoke at the University of Utah during an event where he was honored as the state's politician of the year by the Hinckley Institute of Politics."
January 30, 2015: "Rep. Jason Chaffetz vows pursuit of facts on Benghazi" (KSL) "The Republican from Utah who recently won a fourth term in Congress spoke at the University of Utah during an event where he was honored as the state's politician of the year by the Hinckley Institute of Politics."
January 30, 2015: "Rep. Jason Chaffetz vows pursuit of facts on Benghazi" (Deseret News) "The Republican from Utah who recently won a fourth term in Congress spoke at the University of Utah during an event where he was honored as the state's politician of the year by the Hinckley Institute of Politics."
January 30, 2015: "Rep. Jason Chaffetz vows pursuit of facts on Benghazi" (Daily Journal) "The Republican from Utah who recently won a fourth term in Congress spoke at the University of Utah during an event where he was honored as the state's politician of the year by the Hinckley Institute of Politics."
January 29, 2015: "Let Mitt the Mormon be Mitt the Mormon" (Newsworks) "Kirk Jowers, [director of the Hinckley Institute and] a family friend, says that if and when Mitt runs again, "(it) will be very liberating for him to talk about his faith."
January 28, 2015: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers appeared on KSL Newsradio to discuss his work as Chair of the Governor’s Commission on Strengthening Democracy and its campaign finance recommendation and the bill attempting to enact campaign finance limits being tabled.
January 28, 2015: "Mitt Romney's presidential bid is inspired by his faith, says friend" (Christian Today) "The Times spoke to Kirk Jowers, [director of the Hinckley Institute,] Romney's PAC leadership chairman and a fellow Mormon.
January 27, 2015: "Blueprint for a better future" (Deseret News) "Kirk L. Jowers is director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics. ... Ellesse S. Balli, Hinckley Institute communications coordinator, contributed to this article."
January 27, 2015: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers appeared on KSL Newsradio to discuss the New York Times article about the role faith may play in Mitt Romney's potential 2016 presidential campaign.
January 27, 2015: "Sunburn – The morning read of what’s hot in Florida politics – January 27" (Saint Petersblog) "Kirk Jowers, [director of the Hinckley Institute and] a Mormon family friend who lives in Utah and chaired Mr. Romney’s leadership PAC, said that Mr. Romney’s contemplation of a third bid is motivated by an 'almost devout belief that he needs to do something for this country.'"
January 27, 2015: "Here's One Big Way Mitt Romney's 2016 Campaign Would Be Different" (Business Insider) "Kirk Jowers, [director of the Hinckley Institute and] a family friend who chaired Romney's leadership PAC, argued Romney's previous White House bids opened up the opportunity for the candidate to offer a more complex picture of himself."
January 27, 2015: "News roundup: Koch brothers plan to spend $889 million in 2016" (Salt Lake Tribune) "SLC Mayor Ralph Becker has a panel discussion at the Clean Air, Clean Water, Clean Energy: Forecasting the Future event [cosponsored by the Hinckley Institute] at The Leonardo."
January 27, 2015: "Clean Air, Clean Water, Clean Energy: Blueprint for a Better Future" (City Weekly) "During the Sundance Film Festival, when thousands gather in the mountains of Utah through the power of film, thought leaders from business, government, and community will explore the intersection of clean air, clean water, and clean energy [at an event cosponsored by the Hinckley Institute]."
January 27, 2015: "Romney's Third Presidential Run Would Be Motivated By Mormon Faith, Friends Say" (Christian Times) "Kirk Jowers, [director of the Hinckley Institute and] a Mormon who chaired Romney's leadership PAC, recently told the New York Times that Romney's consideration of a third run is motivated by his 'almost devout belief that he needs to do something for this country.'"
January 27, 2015: "Summit on air pollution, climate change during Sundance week" (KSTU) "'In January it’s so obvious that we need to make changes but when we get to March and it’s not as immediate it’s not as obvious so we start getting to the governments so hopefully we can reinforce the need to make those changes,' said Kirk Jowers, director of Hinckley Institute of Politics."
January 26, 2015: "NYT: Romney's Mormon Faith Reason He Might Run Again" (Newsmax) "Kirk Jowers, [director of the Hinckley Institute and] a Mormon family friend who lives in Utah and formerly chaired Romney’s leadership PAC, said that Romney’s consideration of a third campaign is inspired by an 'almost devout belief that he needs to do something for this country.'"
January 26, 2015: "Will Romney put more emphasis on his Mormonism in a 2016 campaign?" (Vox) "The public already knows about his faith, so it's likely that he won't be as reticent to discuss it, as Kirk Jowers, [director of the Hinckley Institute and] a Mormon family friend, explained to the New York Times."
January 26, 2015: "Inside the Antonio Weiss fight — Left wins big in Greece — Big snow on the way?" (Politico) "Kirk Jowers, [director of the Hinckley Institute and] a Mormon family friend who lives in Utah and chaired Mr. Romney’s leadership PAC, said that Mr. Romney’s contemplation of a third bid is motivated by an ‘almost devout belief that he needs to do something for this country.’"
January 26, 2015: "Mitt Romney's Mormon Faith Driving Him to Consider 3rd Try at Presidency; Will Decide in '2 Weeks'" (Christian Post) "Romney, 67, rarely spoke about his Mormon faith on the 2008 and 2012 campaign trail under advice from his advisers, but according to Kirk Jowers, [director of the Hinckley Institute and] a fellow Mormon who chaired Romney's political action committee, religious beliefs drive his strong sense of nationalism and his desire to serve."
January 26, 2015: "Mitt Romney to decide on 2016 run in two weeks and allies say his faith is driving him to declare – but GOP rivals say he should stay out because he’ll lose" (Daily Mail) "His contemplation of a third presidential campaign comes from an 'almost devout belief that he needs to do something for this country,' Kirk Jowers, [director of the Hinckley Institute and] a fellow Mormon and the former chair or Romney's political action committee told the New York Times."
January 26, 2015: "Robert Bennett: Obama's State of the Union address had plenty of style, little stage-setting" (Deseret News) "Robert Bennett, former U.S. senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics.
January 25, 2015: "National News at a Glance" (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette) "Kirk Jowers, [director of the Hinckley Institute and] a Mormon family friend who lives in Utah and chaired Mr. Romney’s leadership PAC, said that Mr. Romney’s contemplation of a third bid is motivated by an ‘almost devout belief that he needs to do something for this country.’"
January 25, 2015: "U student shares her story at the White House" (Daily Utah Chronicle) "Last spring, Spanvill participated as a Hinckley Institute intern at the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration in Washington DC."
January 25, 2015: "Romney’s Consideration of Candidacy Is Closely Tied to His Faith, Allies Say" (New York Times) "Kirk Jowers, [director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics and] a Mormon family friend who lives in Utah and chaired Mr. Romney’s leadership PAC, said that Mr. Romney’s contemplation of a third bid is motivated by an 'almost devout belief that he needs to do something for this country.'"
January 23, 2015: "Details of Bush and Romney conversation starting to emerge" (KUTV) "Romney insider Kirk Jowers[, director] of the Hinckley Institute of Politics[,] is the chairman and lead council of the Romney Leadership PAC."
January 23, 2015: "Sundance: Leilani Munter is racing for the green — the eco-version, that is" (Salt Lake Tribune) "She is also the keynote speaker at Tuesday's Better Future event at The Leonardo in Salt Lake City [cosponsored by the Hinckley Institute], a gathering of political and environmental leaders who will discuss clean air, clean water and clean energy solutions."
January 23, 2015: "Forum focuses on prison reform in Utah" (@theU) "A panel of state leaders in criminal justice reform convened earlier this month at the Hinckley Institute for a timely discussion on nationwide efforts in prison relocation, enhancing public safety, controlling corrections costs, and holding offenders accountable."
January 22, 2015: "Four GOP heavyweights in Utah Thursday; Bush has meeting with Romney" (KSTU) "So, what does all of this talking in 2015 mean for 2016? It’s quite a bit, according to Tim Chambless of the Hinckley Institute of Politics."
January 21, 2015: "New bill would change consent definitions in sexual assault cases" (KTVX) "A panel, including ABC 4 Utah's Kim Fischer, state lawmakers and a prosecutor put domestic violence and sexual assault issues front and center at the Hinckley Institute of Politics."
January 20, 2015: "News roundup: Poll: Republicans want to see Romney, Bush run" (Salt Lake Tribune) "The University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics has invited the Tribune’s Matt Canham and Robert Gehrke to take part in a forum on the book "Mia Love, The Rise, Stumble and Resurgence of the Next GOP Star."
January 20, 2015: "News roundup: Poll: Republicans want to see Romney, Bush run" (Salt Lake Tribune) "Real Women Run[, cofounded by the Hinckley Institute,] held a nonpartisan conference on Saturday to encourage women to participate in elected political office and help them learn to balance public service and family life.
January 19, 2015: "Robert Bennett: Obama's Paris snub jilted a key ally" (Deseret News) "Robert Bennett, former U.S. senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics."
January 18, 2015: "Princeton professor to deliver keynote for U.'s Martin Luther King Week" (KSL) "...campus and community panel discussion: “Restricted Rights: Militarization of Contemporary Policing,” Jan. 20, noon-1 p.m., Hinckley Institute of Politics, Orson Spencer Hall, Room 253, 260 Central Campus Drive..."
January 18, 2015: "'Real Women Run' encourages involvement" (KUTV) "The event was sponsored [and cofounded] by the Hinckley Institute at the University of Utah and the YWCA."
January 18, 2015: "Women's group teaches to balance public office, family life" (KSL) "The next [Real Women Run] training will be March 28, at the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics[, which cofounded Real Women Run], focusing on forging a successful campaign."
January 17, 2015: "Members of ‘Real Women Run’ share memories of Becky Lockhart" (KSTU) "A training session [at Real Women Run, cofounded by the Hinckley Institute] designed to help women get involved in politics was held Saturday, and many of those who attended spoke fondly of Becky Lockhart—who passed away Saturday due to a neurodegenerative disease."
January 17, 2015: "More women in public office means finding balance in family life" (Deseret News) "The next [Real Women Run] training will be March 28, at the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics[, which cofounded Real Women Run], focusing on forging a successful campaign."
January 17, 2015: "Experts say prison reform best way for Utah to control costs" (KSL) "That's the best way to control prison populations and taxpayer costs, Jerry Madden, a former Texas state representative, said during a panel discussion on prison reform and public safety at the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics."
January 17, 2015: "Experts suggest prison reform instead of new Utah facility" (Correctionsone.com) "Two experts in Texas prison reform were part of a panel [at the Hinckley Institute] discussing how to control costs in the criminal justice system in Utah as the state seeks a new site for its state prison."
January 15, 2015: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers and Right on Crime public policy director Marc Levin appeared live in studio on The Doug Wright Show on KSL Newsradio. They discussed Utah prison reform and relocation.
January 15, 2015: "What leaders are saying about prison reform in Utah" (Daily Herald) "Two Texans, Marc Levin, policy director of Right on Crime; and Madden were representing the reformed Texan prison system Thursday morning at a Hinckley Institute forum."
January 15, 2015: "Texas experts say prison reform best way to control costs" (Deseret News) "That's the best way to control prison populations and taxpayer costs, Jerry Madden, a former Texas state representative, said during a panel discussion on prison reform and public safety at the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics."
January 15, 2015: "State lawmaker says current system is setting offenders up to fail upon release" (KTVX) "Prison reform and public safety was a timely panel discussion Thursday at the Hinckley Institute of Politics."
January 15, 2015: "Hinckley forum explores topic of prison reform" (Daily Utah Chronicle) "Paraphrasing his own Salt Lake Tribune op-ed on prison reform, Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute, opened the panel."
January 15, 2015: "Utah Right On Crime: A conversation with Texas Right On Crime architects" (Sutherland Institute) "Sutherland’s Derek Monson had the chance to sit down with [Hinckley Institute forum panelists] Jerry Madden, the 20-year Texas state legislator who spearheaded criminal justice reform in his state, and Mark Levin, policy director for Right on Crime, for a discussion about criminal justice reform efforts in Utah."
January 15, 2015: "News roundup: Sarah Palin on Mitt Romney third bid: ‘We need new blood’" (Salt Lake Tribune) "SLC Mayor Ralph Becker attends the Wasatch Front Regional Council and the Hinckley Institute Policy Session at the State Capitol."
January 14, 2015: "Women in politics: the ‘Real Women Run’ campaign" (KSTU) "She invites Utah women to attend a full day of education and training about running for political office on Saturday, January 17 from 8:30 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. [at the Hinckley Institute.]"
January 14, 2015: "Princeton professor headlines U.'s Martin Luther King Week" (Deseret News) "...campus and community panel discussion: “Restricted Rights: Militarization of Contemporary Policing,” Jan. 20, noon-1 p.m., Hinckley Institute of Politics, Orson Spencer Hall, Room 253, 260 Central Campus Drive..."
January 13, 2015: "Real Women Run Announces Winter Training" (Utahpulse.com) "The panel on family impact includes Jenny Wilson, [Hinckley Institute Local Program Director] Morgan Lyon Cotti, and Heather Pehrson."
January 12, 2015: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers appeared live in studio on The Doug Wright Show on KSL Newsradio. They discussed Mitt Romney potentially running for president and Count My Vote developments.
January 12, 2015: "Robert Bennett: Republicans are on party probation" (Deseret News) "Robert Bennett, former U.S. senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics."
January 12, 2015: "The Increase of Islamist Attacks is Alarming" (International Policy Digest) Ambassador John Price, Hinckley Institute Resident Scholar, penned this article.
January 10, 2015: "Weber County lawmaker takes on Count My Vote" (Standard-Examiner) "Kirk Jowers, [director of the Hinckley Institute and] co-founder of the Count My Vote initiative, thinks Jenkins is headed the wrong way with his legislation."
January 9, 2015: "Romney tells donors he's considering 2016 run, reports say" (KSL) "Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics, told KSL Friday, 'I think he’s trying to make it not too big of a deal to announce that he’s thinking about it to the public.'"
January 9, 2015: "Romney tells donors he may run again" (Salt Lake Tribune) "Kirk Jowers, a longtime Romney friend and head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, said, 'Governor Romney has been clear since at least the start of this year that it’s imperative a Republican win in 2016 after eight years of President Obama.'"
January 9, 2015: "Romney tells donors he's considering another presidential run" (Deseret News) "Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics, told KSL Friday, 'I think he’s trying to make it not too big of a deal to announce that he’s thinking about it to the public.'"
January 9, 2015: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers was interviewed live in studio during KSL Evening News by anchors Deanie Wimmer and Dave McCann regarding Mitt Romney’s announcement that he is considering running for president.
January 9, 2015: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers was interviewed live on KSL Newsradio’s Afternoon News Scott and Maria regarding Mitt Romney’s announcement that he is considering running for president.
January 9, 2015: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers was interviewed by Fox 13 News regarding Mitt Romney’s announcement that he is considering running for president.
January 7, 2015: "More power, more expectations for Utah's congressional delegation" (KSL) "'Three of our six members of our congressional delegation are chairs of very powerful congressional committees,' said Tim Chambless, associate professor of political science at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics."
January 6, 2015: "Utah congressional delegation reaches new heights on historic day" (KTVX) "'It arguably is the most, certainly is the most powerful delegation person to person in the nation right now,' said Kirk Jowers, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics."
January 6, 2015: "Sen. Mike Lee joins Republican leadership team he has often defied" (Salt Lake Tribune) "Lee came to office in 2010 after beating one of McConnell’s best friends, former Sen. [and Hinckley Institute Resident Scholar] Bob Bennett, R-Utah, who also once served in the appointed position of counsel."
January 5, 2015: "Robert Bennett: Using last 15 years to predict next 15" (Deseret News) "Robert Bennett, former U.S. senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics."
January 5, 2015: "Sunday press conference, online jabs highlight GOP infighting over ‘Count My Vote’" (KSTU) "'You can always pay an expert to say what you want them to say,' said Kirk Jowers, [director of the Hinckley Institute and] one of the group’s co-founders, who questioned the veracity of the numbers put forward by the Utah GOP."
January 5, 2015: "Utah ready to punch above its weight in Congress" (Deseret News) "'I think this is, pound for pound, the most powerful delegation in the country by quite a ways,' said Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and an elections law attorney with a Washington, D.C. law firm."
January 5, 2015: "Mia Love echoes campaign message on national stage days before making history" (KTVX) "'It will be great for the state of Utah, because she will have a bully pulpit far greater than any other freshman member of congress, because of the historic nature of her win,' said Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, Kirk Jowers."
January 4, 2015: "Senator proposes bill to close Utah primaries" (Salt Lake Tribune) "Kirk Jowers, a founder of Count My Vote who is director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, agrees."
December 30, 2014: "First Black Republican Congresswoman Wants To Be Known For More" (NPR) "Tim Chambless is a professor with the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah. He says the state's fourth district was drawn to have a 62 percent Republican advantage."
December 29, 2014: "Robert Bennett: Finally, good possibilities with Cuba" (Deseret News) "Robert Bennett, former U.S. senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics."
December 29, 2014: "Romney eyeing 2016 presidential race, longtime friend says" (KSL) "Longtime Romney supporter Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics, said many of Romney's past backers are waiting to see what he'll do."
December 29, 2014: "Romney eyes 2016 run for president, close friend says" (KSTU) "Romney’s long-time advisor, former chairman and general counsel of Romney’s leaderships PACs Kirk Jowers, [director of the Hinckley Institute,] said the Republican is considering it."
December 29, 2014: "Mitt Romney eyeing presidential run in 2016, longtime friend says" (Deseret News) "Longtime Romney supporter Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics, said many of Romney's past backers are waiting to see what he'll do."
December 27, 2014: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers spoke to the Steve Reinhart Show on K-Talk Radio (AM 630) regarding recent litigation surrounding Count My Vote/Senate Bill 54.
December 27, 2014: "Utah came first for Rep. Jim Matheson, but what comes next?" (Deseret News) "[Rep. Jim Matheson] anticipates being affiliated with the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics in some way but not as a full-time job."
December 27, 2014: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers spoke to Red Meat Radio on KKAT AM 860 regarding Jon Hunstman Sr.'s comments about Senator Mike Lee, as well as recent litigation surrounding Count My Vote/Senate Bill 54.
December 23, 2014: "Harsh criticism from Huntsman draws response from Sen. Lee" (KUTV) "A political expert, Morgan Lyon Cotti from the University of Utah['s Hinckley Institute of Politics] says Huntsman's comments could complicate Lee's reelection bid."
December 23, 2014: "Hatch 'sorry to see' Lee called an 'embarrassment' to Utah" (Deseret News) "Although Hatch was careful not to criticize Lee, who won office in 2010 after GOP delegates voted out longtime Sen. [and current Hinckley Institute Resident Scholar] Bob Bennett, he did suggest Lee needs to broaden his support beyond the tea party wing of the party."
December 23, 2014: "Jon Huntsman Sr. calls Senator Mike Lee an embarrassment in recent interview" (KUTV) "Morgan Lyon Cotti with the Hinckley Institute of Politics notes Lee has seen his approval rating go up in recent polls, but says he does face some perception problems."
December 22, 2014: "Tea partier braces for primary challenger from the establishment" (Politico) "Sources said he has spoken with Josh Romney, the son of former Gov. Mitt Romney, and University of Utah political scientist [and Hinckley Institute director] Kirk Jowers, as well as Beattie."
December 22, 2014: "Sacrifices In Journalism And Whistleblowing: A Tribute to Truth-Tellers" (MintPress News) "Thomas Drake, a former National Security Agency senior executive who leaked information to the media, addressees the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, Thursday, April 10, 2014, in Salt Lake City."
December 22, 2014: "Robert Bennett: Lesson for Cruz — Politics are a team sport" (Deseret News) "Robert Bennett, former U.S. senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics."
December 19, 2014: "News roundup: Jon Huntsman makes list of Stephen Colbert’s best political takedowns" (Salt Lake Tribune) "Rep. Jason Chaffetz is the Hinckley Institute’s politician of the year."
December 17, 2014: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers appeared live in studio on The Doug Wright Show. They discussed his op-ed in Wednesday’s Deseret News where the Hinckley Institute named Rep. Jason Chaffetz as the 2014 Politician of the Year and Count My Vote developments.
December 17, 2014: "My view: Chaffetz named ‘politician of year’" (Deseret News) "On the eve of the Hinckley Institute of Politics’ 50th anniversary, we remain dedicated to championing the vision of our founder Robert H. Hinckley: "'Every student a politician.' ... Kirk L. Jowers is director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics. Ellesse S. Balli, the Communications and Academic Coordinator for the Hinckley Institute, contributed to this article."
December 15, 2014: "Robert Bennett: More political participation needed" (Deseret News) "Robert Bennett, former U.S. senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics."
December 11, 2014: "Trib Talk: Count My Vote and the GOP lawsuit" (Salt Lake Tribune) "On Tuesday at 12:15 p.m., Utah GOP chair James Evans and Hinckley Institute of Politics director Kirk Jowers join Jennifer Napier-Pearce to talk about the lawsuit, internal divisions within the GOP over the issue and what it means for Utah voters."
December 11, 2014: "News roundup: GOP donors plan to anoint candidate ahead of the primaries" (Salt Lake Tribune) "Utah Republican Party chair James Evans and Hinckley Institute of Politics director Kirk Jowers discuss the lawsuit over the Count My Vote compromise bill and what it means for Utah voters."
December 10, 2014: "News roundup: Note to GOP: Voters pick candidates, not donors" (Salt Lake Tribune) "SLC Mayor Ralph Becker attends a disaster recovery workshop on resilient future, meets with Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers and video links to an International Climate Conference."
December 10, 2014: "Fraternity at U of U recognized for efforts to stop sexual assaults on campus" (KSTU) "In January, they’re planning a forum in conjunction with the Hinckley Institute of Politics to address campus and state policies on sexual assault."
December 9, 2014: "News roundup: GOP donors plan to anoint candidate ahead of the primaries" (Salt Lake Tribune) "Utah Republican Party chair James Evans and Hinckley Institute of Politics director Kirk Jowers discuss the lawsuit over the Count My Vote compromise bill and what it means for Utah voters."
December 9, 2014: "Trib Talk: Count My Vote and the GOP lawsuit" (Salt Lake Tribune) "On Tuesday at 12:15 p.m., Utah GOP chair James Evans and Hinckley Institute of Politics director Kirk Jowers join Jennifer Napier-Pearce to talk about the lawsuit, internal divisions within the GOP over the issue and what it means for Utah voters."
December 8, 2014: "Love raised $5M in 2014, double her 2012 haul" (Associated Press) "Tim Chambless, a professor of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics, said that's not surprising considering the year-round nature of political campaigns."
December 8, 2014: "Robert Bennett: Dependent on high oil prices, Russia is now in trouble" (KSL) "Robert Bennett, former U.S. senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics."
December 6, 2014: "Op-ed: Count My Vote compromise was bought by Utah elites " (Salt Lake Tribune) "Recently, Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, published an op-ed expressing concern about the Utah Republican Party’s intent to challenged SB54."
December 6, 2014: "Top Mormon leaders mostly Republican; two switch to unaffiliated" (Salt Lake Tribune) "Despite the decidedly Republican leanings of LDS apostles, [Hinckley Institute Resident Scholar and] former Sen. Bob Bennett, R-Utah, doesn’t believe Mormons take their political cues from their leaders. '[The apostles] are so scrupulously neutral in any public statements,' said Bennett, who is LDS. 'They probably do not have any particular impact on how people vote.'"
December 5, 2014: "My view: There's a path forward for West Africa" (Deseret News) "Dr. Ty Dickerson is associate professor of pediatrics and dean of global health education at the University of Utah School of Medicine. Willem Collier is a global health intern at the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah."
December 3, 2014: "As independent voters increase, emergence of a viable third party looms" (KSL) "Perhaps, a third party could become a legitimate contender given the right political and social circumstances which can facilitate and popularize a single-issue campaign, noted Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics."
December 2, 2014: "Count My Vote Lawsuit Pits Republicans Against Each Other" (Utah Political Capitol) "'However, a number of partisans, including some legislators, were strongly opposed to entirely losing the caucus/convention process,' Hinckley Institute of Politics Director and co-founder of Count My Vote, Kirk Jowers, said in an opinion piece two weeks ago in The Salt Lake Tribune."
December 2, 2014: "Challenging the Caucus Compromise" (KUER) Kirk Jowers, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, spoke to RadioWest regarding the Utah Republican Party's legal challenge of SB54.
December 1, 2014: "Becker in the Driver's Seat for 2015" (utahpolicy.com) "Wilson ran for mayor under the new form of government in 1979 and won. He won a third term as mayor in 1983, but resigned the post in 1985 to become head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics."
December 1, 2014: "Becker seeking third term; Garrott to challenge him as Rocky, Biskupski consider running, too" (Salt Lake Tribune) "Becker held a news conference Monday to announce his intention to become Salt Lake City’s first mayor elected to a third term since Ted Wilson in 1983. (Wilson left office midway through his final term to take a position at the University of Utah['s Hinckley Institute of Politics].)
December 1, 2014: "SLC mayor to seek 3rd term in office" (KSL) "In recent history, only Ted Wilson sought a third term as mayor. While he was re-elected, Wilson did not complete his final term, leaving office in 1985 to become director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah."
December 1, 2014: "Ralph Becker to seek third term as Salt Lake mayor" (Salt Lake Tribune) "In recent history, only Ted Wilson sought a third term as Salt Lake mayor. While he was re-elected, Wilson did not complete his final term, leaving office in 1985 to become director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah."
December 1, 2014: "Becker to seek third term as SLC mayor" (KSTU) "Political scientist Tim Chambless with the Hinckley Institute points out the similarities between the two candidates."
December 1, 2014: "Robert Bennett: What the departure of Defense Secretary Hagel really tells us" (Deseret News) "Robert Bennett, former U.S. senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics."
November 30, 2014: "Becker to Announce He Will Run for a Third Term, Garrott Also Running for SLC Mayor" (utahpolicy.com) "Ted Wilson won three elections for Mayor of Salt Lake City, but he resigned during his third term to head up the Hinckley Institute of Politics."
November 29, 2014: "Utah GOP suing state over ‘Count My Vote’ legislation" (St. George News) "According to The Salt Lake Tribune, Kirk Jowers, one of the leaders of the Count My Vote initiative [and director of the Hinckley Institute], said he believes the state will forcefully defend the law."
November 27, 2014: "Utah had 3rd-lowest voter turnout among states" (Salt Lake Tribune) "Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, said a possible way to increase attention for non-presidential elections might be to hold races for governor in those years."
November 26, 2014: "Utah Republican Party suing over caucus and primary compromise" (KTVX) "'It's unfortunate it will cost the state money to defend something that I think is unnecessary,' said Kirk Jowers[, director of the Hinckley Institute]."
November 26, 2014: "Utah GOP to File Lawsuit Challenging SB54" (KUER) "Kirk Jowers is a co-founder of Count My Vote [and director of the Hinckley Institute]. He says if the state GOP were going to file a good faith lawsuit, they should have done it months ago."
November 25, 2014: "Escaping Persecution: The Modern Refugee Story" (Daily Utah Chronicle) "Ngendakuriyo and two others sat as panelists for the Hinckley Institute of Politics’ Pizza and Politics forum called 'Understanding the Local Refugee Community.'"
November 25, 2014: "GOP plans to sue over Count My Vote compromise" (Deseret News) "A Count My Vote founder, Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics, said he also turned down Evans' offer to join the lawsuit."
November 25, 2014: "Editorial: The party strikes back against SB54" (Salt Lake Tribune) "That undemocratic argument didn’t deter the Count My Vote organizers, who included such political heavyweights as former Gov. Mike Leavitt and Kirk Jowers, head of Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah."
November 24, 2014: "GOP to sue over deal that lets candidates skip Utah’s caucus system" (Salt Lake Tribune) "Kirk Jowers, [Director of the Hinckley Institute and] one of the leaders of the Count My Vote movement, said he has met with representatives from both state offices and they have assured him they would defend the law 'with vigor.'"
November 24, 2014 (KSL): Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers appeared live in studio on The Doug Wright Show. They discussed his op-ed in Sunday’s Salt Lake Tribune, "Insiders working to kill ‘Count My Vote’ reforms."
November 24, 2014: "Utah GOP Set to File Suit Against 'Count My Vote' Compromise" (utahpolicy.com) "In Monday’s Salt Lake Tribune, CMV leader [and Hinckley Institute Director] Kirk Jowers wrote in an op-ed about “back-room” attempts to change SB54 or just repeal it in the 2015 Legislature."
November 24, 2014: "Count My Vote Co-Founder Worried Legislature Will Gut Election Reforms" (KUER) "But Count My Vote co-founder [and Hinckley Institute Director] Kirk Jowers says he believes there are people in the legislature that plan on changing the intent of that compromise."
November 24, 2014: "Ten Things You Need to Know for Monday" (utahpolicy.com) "[Hinckley Institute Director] Kirk Jowers warns against efforts to gut the compromise reached by lawmakers and Count My Vote organizers."
November 24, 2014: "Robert Bennett: Controversial Keystone, immigration events are more about symbolism than substance" (Deseret News) "Robert Bennett, former U.S. senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics."
November 22, 2014: "I'm not done, Zogmaister tells Real Women Run crowd" (Standard-Examiner) "The Real Women Run initiative is a collaborative effort fueled by YWCA Utah, the University of Utah’s Hinckley [Institute] of Politics, [...] and springBoard Utah."
November 22, 2014: "Op-ed: Insiders working to kill 'Count My Vote' reforms" (Salt Lake Tribune) "Kirk L. Jowers is director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah and a co-founder of Count My Vote."
November 20, 2014: "Local experts say executive order on immigration will come at a political cost" (KTVX) "Kirk Jowers with the Hinckley Institute of Politics says it's problematic for the president in a couple of ways."
November 18, 2014: "The Hinckley Institute Radio Hour: The Future of U.S. Nuclear Weapons" (KCPW) "Gottemoeller spoke and answered questions on Oct. 22, 2014 at the University of Utah['s Hinckley Institute]."
November 17, 2014: "Robert Bennett: It looks to be a good last term for Sen. Orrin Hatch" (Deseret News) "Robert Bennett, former U.S. senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics."
November 17, 2014: "Bennett: McConnell Has 'Isolated' Cruz and the Tea Party" (utahpolicy.com) "[Hinckley Institute Resident Scholar and f]ormer Sen. Bob Bennett says even though Republicans are set to take over Congress come January, don't expect Sens. Ted Cruz and Mike Lee to set the agenda."
November 17, 2014: "Bennett: McConnell Has 'Isolated' Cruz and the Tea Party" (utahpolicy.com) "Former Sen. [and Hinckley Institute part-time teacher, researcher, and lecturer] Bob Bennett says even though Republicans are set to take over Congress come January, don't expect Sens. Ted Cruz and Mike Lee to set the agenda."
November 14, 2014: "Impending executive order on immigration incites political tension" (KSL) "'The president cannot enact meaningful change in immigration reform because of the complexity of the issue and because of how the constitution delegates so much of what's at stake here,' said Kirk Jowers, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics."
November 13, 2014: "Human trafficking a 'legitimate concern' in Utah" (Daily Utah Chronicle) "Pizza was lacking at Thursday’s pizza & politics forum at the Hinckley Institute of Politics. Human trafficking was the topic of Thursday’s forum, which featured a panel of speakers comprised of three specialists who deal with human trafficking in Utah."
November 13, 2014 (KSL): Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers appeared live in studio on The Doug Wright Show. They discussed his participation in Governor Herbert’s trade mission to Brazil as well as 2014 election results.
November 13, 2014: Education, engagement, and Ebola" (Daily Utah Chronicle) "Flint has been living in Botswana, a country in southern Africa, since May 2014, first through a Hinckley Institute of Politics summer internship, and later by landing a job with Stepping Stones, a non-governmental organization that works with youths."
November 13, 2014: "Sources confirm that two SLC Council members involved in affair" (City Weekly) "Tim Chambless, a professor of political science at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, says that so long as relations between the two council members don’t occur on city time or on city property, it should be treated as a private matter."
November 11, 2014: "My view: Cure the withdrawals from Utah-BYU rivalry" (Deseret News) "Courtney Hills McBeth is the associate director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics and director of Global Internships, Office for Global Engagement at the University of Utah."
November 11, 2014: "Education for Somalia's Children is Key to the Future" "John Price served as U.S. Ambassador to the Republic of Mauritius, Republic of Seychelles, and the Union of the Comoros from February 8, 2002 to June 17, 2005, and currently serves as a Resident Scholar at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics."
November 10, 2014: "'Pizza and Politics' talks ISIS, complexity of conflict in the Middle East" (Daily Utah Chronicle) "Students were dished on the complexities of religion in conflicted areas Thursday at the Hinckley Institute’s 'Pizza and Politics' lecture."
November 9, 2014: "Robert Bennett: Are Republicans now up to 'governing'?" (Deseret News) "Robert Bennett, former U.S. senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics."
November 9, 2014: "Real Women Run Announces Three Events in 2014-15" (utahpolicy.com) "A follow-up Spring Training for women who have declared their candidacies for elected office will be held on Saturday, March 28, 2015 at the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah."
November 7, 2014: "40 percent: Utah's voter turnout sets historic low" (Associated Press) "Republicans in Utah tend to assume somebody else will vote to represent their views, and Democrats and third-party goers often think it's not worth voting since they are outnumbered anyway, said Tim Chambless, a professor of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics."
November 7, 2014: "Utah women underrepresented in state politics" (KTVX) "Hinckley Institute of Politics State Program Manager Morgan Lyon Cotti finds this all disappointing."
November 6, 2014 (KSL): Hinckley Institute forum participants Amos Guiora and James Patton appeared live on The Doug Wright Show to preview their topics at the Hinckley forum "Religion and its Role in Conflict Dynamics."
November 6, 2014: "Mia Love takes different tone on historic win" (KUTV) "'It looks like she'll be one of their stars,' said Morgan Lyon Cotti of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah."
November 5, 2014: "Africa's Future in the Global Economy" "John Price served as U.S. Ambassador to the Republic of Mauritius, Republic of Seychelles, and the Union of the Comoros from February 8, 2002 to June 17, 2005, and currently serves as a Resident Scholar at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics."
November 5, 2014: "Poltical analyst discusses Mia Love's historic run for Congress" (KSTU) "'The modern day Republican party wants to show the voting public nationwide that it’s a party that values diversity,' said Tim Chambless, a professor at the Hinckley Institute of Politics."
November 5, 2014: "Nine-member Salt Lake County Council will have more women: 2" (Salt Lake Tribune) Having a female presence does impact the way boards function, said Morgan Lyon Cotti (of the Hinckley Institute of Politics).
November 5, 2014: "GOP hopes Mia Love's win a watershed moment for the party" (Los Angeles Times) "Because Utah’s black population is so small, race wasn’t much of a factor in this year’s campaign, said Morgan Lyon Cotti, the state program manager of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah."
November 5, 2014: "Africa's Future in the Global Economy" (International Policy Digest) "On October 20-21, 2014 the Council of American Ambassadors and the Hinckley Institute of Politics co-sponsored a conference on Africa’s Future in the Global Economy at the University of Utah."
November 5, 2014 "Trib Talk: Election 2014 analysis" (Salt Lake Tribune) "On Wednesday at 12:15 p.m., political scientists Damon Cann, Morgan Lyon Cotti [of the Hinckley Institute] and Chris Karpowitz join Jennifer Napier-Pearce to recap the who’s, hows and whys of Election 2014."
November 4, 2014: "Robles gives birth, campaigns to the end" (Salt Lake Tribune) "Democrats, most of whom are running for office in the next election held a round table at the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah on Monday."
November 4, 2014: "Brazil trade mission promises business expansion and tourism surge" (Utahpolicy.com) "The participating companies on the Brazil Trade Mission include the following: [...] Hinckley Institute ..."
November 4, 2014: "National impact of the 2014 midterm election" (KTVX) "Morgan Lyon Cotti with the Hinckley Institute of Politics provides some perspective."
November 3, 2014: "Robert Bennett: Energy issues go from shortages to surpluses" (Deseret News) “Robert Bennett, former U.S. senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
October 31, 2014: "Traditional vs media campaigning in race between Love, Owens" (KSTU) "'It’s very unusual in a campaign that’s so close that a candidate is not out there shaking hands, reaching out to every group possible,' said Tim Chambless of the Hinckley Institute of Politics."
October 31, 2014: "Pyle: Utah didn't get the suppress the vote memo" (Salt Lake Tribune) "But Kirk Jowers is boss of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, so he’s not really allowed to be a cynic."
October 29, 2014: "Mixed feelings about Pakistani ambassador" (Daily Utah Chronicle) "A discussion of issues regarding the Middle East and the U.S. took place at the Hinckley Institute of Politics Wednesday."
October 29, 2014: Hinckley Institute Local Program Manager Morgan Lyon Cotti appeared on KCPW to aid with the station's annual fundraiser.
October 28, 2014: Hinckley Institute Local Program Manager Morgan Lyon Cotti appeared live on KUER to discuss Utah's standing as the "worst state for women," according to one source.
October 28, 2014: "New study puts Utah near the bottom of politically engaged states" (KTVX) "Morgan Lyon Cotti with the Hinckley Institute of Politics says historically low voter turnout just doesn't add up."
October 27, 2014: "Expert talks about BYU poll showing Owens in lead for 4th District seat" (KSTU) "Morgan Lyon Cotti, local program director for the Hinckley Institute of Politics, was in studio to talk about those numbers and how accurate the poll could be."
October 27, 2014: "BYU poll puts Owens in slight lead over Love in 4th District race" (KSTU) "'I think a lot of people were surprised by this,' said Morgan Lyon Cotti who is the Program Director for the Hinckley Institute of Politics. [Lyon] Cotti said both candidates have challenges to overcome."
October 27, 2014: "Robert Bennett: Playing the Senate prediction game" (Deseret News) “Robert Bennett, former U.S. senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
October 26, 2014: "Increased voter participation in utah at center of annual NAACP event" (KSL) "Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics, called for increased voter participation in Utah, a challenge that is ongoing.""
October 25, 2014: "Annual NAACP event calls for increased voter participation in Utah" (Deseret News) "Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics, called for increased voter participation in Utah, a challenge that is ongoing."
October 22, 2014: "Mia Love responds to criticisms expressed with whoppers, rubber chickens" (KSTU) "Tim Chambless is a professor at Hinckley Institute of Politics, and he spoke about Love’s statements."
October 21, 2014: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers appeared live on KSL's Doug Wright Show regarding the conference "Africa's Future in the Global Economy," co-sponsored by the Council of American Ambassadors and the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. They discussed topics ranging from the Ebola crisis to the future of Africa’s economy.
October 20, 2014: "Virus expert sees 'silver lining' in Ebola outbreak" (Deseret News) "Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics, said Africa 'is about the most dynamic continent on Earth because of the opportunities and the challenges.'"
October 20, 2014: "Virus expert sees 'silver lining' in Ebola outbreak" (KSL) "Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics, said Africa 'is about the most dynamic continent on Earth because of the opportunities and the challenges.'"
October 19, 2014: "Robert Bennett: Former Defense Secretary Leon Panetta's book depicts lost Obama" (Deseret News) “Robert Bennett, former U.S. senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
October 17, 2014: "Under Secretary Gottemoeller Travels to Utah and Massachusetts" (U.S. Department of State) "On October 22, Under Secretary Gottemoeller will discuss nuclear policy with students at Brigham Young University in Provo, Utah and students at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute in Salt Lake City, Utah."
October 17, 2014: "Under Secretary Gottemoeller Travels to Utah and Massachusetts" (EIN News) "On October 22, Under Secretary Gottemoeller will discuss nuclear policy with students at Brigham Young University in Provo, Utah and students at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute in Salt Lake City, Utah."
October 16, 2014: "Poltical expert examines fundraising in Utah's congressional races" (KSTU) "'Money is the mother’s milk for politics, but it’s no guarantee,' said Professor Tim Chambless of the Hinckley Institute of Politics.
October 16, 2014: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers appeared on KSL Newsradio's Utah's Afternoon News to discuss this election cycle's campaign ads.
October 16, 2014: "Utah's Fourth District Race Takes a Softer Tone" (KCPW) Hinckley Institute Local Program Manager Morgan Lyon Cotti appeared on KCPW to discuss the 2014 congressional election in Utah's Fourth District.
October 15, 2014: "University of Utah to explore future of Africa" (Deseret News) "To explore the continent, economic development and the future of Africa, the U.’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and the Council of American Ambassadors will host the summit Monday-Tuesday in the Spencer Fox Business Building at the U."
October 13, 2014: "Robert Bennett: How computer programs change politics" (Deseret News) “Robert Bennett, former U.S. senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
October 13, 2014: "Polls report conflicting numbers in 4th Congressional District race" (KTVX) "'They can be accurate and one of the things that explains why these polls are so different is because we have slightly different questions and we have slightly different demographics of people that were asked,' said Morgan Lyon Cotti with the Hinckley Institute of Politics. "
October 8, 2014: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers appeared on KSL's Doug Wright Show regarding the release of "Meet the Mormons," Senator Orrin Hatch's speech at the Reagan Ranch, and potential litigation over 2014's Senate Bill 54.
October 6, 2014: "Could terrorists weaponize Ebola?" (Fox News) Hinckley Institute Resident Scholar and former Ambassador John Price appeared on Fox News to discuss Ebola with K. T. McFarland.
October 6, 2014: "Robert Bennett: Middle East problems are back in the news — front and center" (Deseret News) “Robert Bennett, former U.S. senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
October 2, 2014: "It's Time for Muslim Nations to Take the Lead" "John Price served as U.S. Ambassador to the Republic of Mauritius, Republic of Seychelles, and the Union of the Comoros from February 8, 2002 to June 17, 2005, and currently serves as a Resident Scholar at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics."
October 2, 2014: "New candidate joins 3rd Congressional District race against Chaffetz" (KSL) "'It's completely beyond his power to win this race. Whether he had $2 million and was very media friendly, it would be almost impossible to beat Jason Chaffetz,' said Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics."
September 30, 2014: "Mitt Romney to make his home in Utah" (Salt Lake Tribune) "'Mitt will always be Utah’s favorite son, and we’d love to have as much of him as we can get,' said Kirk Jowers, a Romney friend and director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics."
September 29, 2014 (KSL): Hinckley Institute Local Program Manager Morgan Lyon Cotti spoke to the Doug Wright Show regarding the 2016 general election.
September 29, 2014: "Robert Bennett: Make climate change conversations more than just hot air" (Deseret News) “Robert Bennett, former U.S. senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
September 29, 2014: "Romney, Huntsman may both be taking nontraditional routes to another White House run" (Deseret News) "'Both of Utah's favorite sons, Romney and Huntsman, appear to be approaching another presidential run in nontraditional terms,' said Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics."
September 26, 2014: "Op-ed: Reid’s obstruction hurts Senate’s productive history" (Salt Lake Tribune) "Kirk L. Jowers is the University of Utah’s director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics and chief adviser to the Office for Global Engagement."
September 26, 2014: "McCarthey Family Foundation announces $2,500 essay competition" (Salt Lake Tribune) "The essay contest jurors include ... Kirk L. Jowers, director at the Hinckley Institute of Politics and Federal Relations at the University of Utah..."
September 26, 2014: "Letter: Stop forced organ harvesting in China" (Salt Lake Tribune) "Thank you to the U. of U. Hinckley Institute for hosting the forum Sept. 19, 'Forced Organ Harvesting in China and its Effect on the U.S.'"
September 26, 2014: "$2,500 essay competition explores impact of new media" (Deseret News) "The essay contest jurors include ... Kirk L. Jowers, director at the Hinckley Institute of Politics and Federal Relations at the University of Utah..."
September 25, 2014: "Join the discussion: How libertarian is Utah?" (Deseret News) "He was excluded for not polling above 5 percent, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, Kirk Jowers, said at the time."
September 25, 2014: "U.S. at War: Strategy Should Involve Working with the Assad Government" (International Policy Digest) "John Price served as U.S. Ambassador to the Republic of Mauritius, Republic of Seychelles, and Union of the Comoros from February 8, 2002 to June 17, 2005, and currently serves as a Resident Scholar at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics."
September 24, 2014: "Big Data and the End of Privacy" (KUER) "Adam Tanner will be in Salt Lake City on Thursday, October 2, for a discussion from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. at the Hinckley Institute of Politics on the University of Utah campus."
September 22, 2014: "Robert Bennett: Political debates can have impact" (Deseret News) “Robert Bennett, former U.S. senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
September 22, 2014: "National poll indicates ACA could cost some democratic candidates the election" (KTVX) "Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, Kirk Jowers, says while the ACA may influence voters, there are other, more pressing issues on their minds."
September 18, 2014: "Prime minister in prime time" (Daily Utah Chronicle) "[Hinckley Institute Staff Assistant] Leo Masic, a junior in urban planning and political science, was impressed by both the quality and content of Gillard's address."
September 16, 2014: "Local expert says dysfunction will lead to a changing of the guard in the U.S. Senate" (KTVX) "Kirk Jowers, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, says the dysfunction in Washington D.C. is at an all time low."
September 15, 2014: "Robert Bennett: Obama should not move forward without congressional approval" (Deseret News) “Robert Bennett, former U.S. senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
September 10, 2014: "Making waves: three Utah women running for U.S. congress" (Daily Utah Chronicle) "Morgan Lyon Cotti, local program manager for the U’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, said more women were involved in Utah politics in the 1990s than now."
September 9, 2014: "News roundup: Tea party strategist to head Mike Lee's re-election bid" (Salt Lake Tribune) "To the U.'s Hinckley Institute of Politics interns and students in Rick Pike's Comm 1610 class where Cornflakes is required reading."
September 8, 2014: "Robert Bennett: Will Republicans hold House, regain Senate this fall?" (Deseret News) “Robert Bennett, former U.S. senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
September 5, 2014: "Taking Stock Podcast" (Bloomberg Radio) Former Ambassador and Hinckley Institute Resident Scholar John Price spoke about the proliferation of terrorist groups in the United States.
September 3, 2014: "Getting to know the ASUU boards" (Daily Utah Chronicle) "[Hinckley Institute] Leo Masic, a director on FYC, said the board is comprised of 35 freshmen and first-year transfer students who develop and plan campus-wide events specifically aimed at freshmen students."
September 3, 2014: "Utah football notes — OL Parker Erickson nominated as Rhodes Scholar" (Salt Lake Tribune) "There’s a long, arduous vetting process ahead, but [former Hinckley intern and] political science major Parker Erickson hopes to be one of the next Rhodes Scholars, one of 32 students nationwide and 83 in the world selected to pursue their postgraduate education at Oxford."
August 31, 2014: "Obama has his own 'killer rabbit' moment" (Deseret News) “Robert Bennett, former U.S. senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
August 27, 2014: "Salt Lake politics are 'at the forefront' this year" (Daily Utah Chronicle) "Morgan [Lyon] Cotti, [local] program director for the Hinckley Institute of Politics, said this is going to be an interesting year for Salt Lake City politics because of the election year."
August 27, 2014: "Student jonesin' for jobs" (Daily Utah Chronicle) "There were also 10 organizations from U’s campus, such as the Utah Museum of Fine Arts, Kingsbury Hall and the Hinckley Institute of Politics."
August 27, 2014: "OSH renovation in the not-so-near future" (Daily Utah Chronicle) "The Hinckley Institute of Politics is housed on the second floor and offers students internships, regardless of major or area of study."
August 25, 2014: "Utah Debate Commission names moderators" (Salt Lake Tribune) Hinckley Local Program Manager Morgan Lyon Cotti is on the board of the Utah Debate Commission.
August 25, 2014: "Robert Bennett: WGU helping 'STEM' education slippage" (Deseret News) “Robert Bennett, former U.S. senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
August 22, 2014: "Political expert discusses Lockhart's superintendent ambitions" (KSTU) "“She was positioning herself to run for Governor,” said Tim Chambless, a Professor at the Hinckley Institute of Politics."
August 18, 2014: “Robert Bennett: Contrary to Krugman, debt outlook looks dim” (Deseret News) “Robert Bennett, former U.S. senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
August 13, 2014: "Timbuktu 'Festival of the Desert' may be Catalyst for Peace (Ambassadors Perspectives) John Price served as U.S. Ambassador to the Republic of Mauritius, Republic of Seychelles, and Union of the Comoros from February 8, 2002 to June 17, 2005, and currently serves as a Resident Scholar at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics."
August 12, 2014: New poll shows Love 12 points ahead of Owens in 4th District” (Deseret News) “This poll gives Owens a little bit of hope,” said Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. “It does confirm his internal polling is accurate.”
August 12, 2014: New poll shows Love 12 points ahead of Owens in 4th District, poll says” (KSL) “This poll gives Owens a little bit of hope,” said Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. “It does confirm his internal polling is accurate.”
August 12, 2014: “Salt Lake County council candidate unveils unique campaign slogan” (KSTU) Hinckley Institute Associate Director Courtney McBeth, Outreach Coordinator Molly Wheeler, and Student Staffer Kendahl Melvin were interviewed for this story.
August 11, 2014: "Robert Bennett: The Green Lantern Theory of Presidency" (Deseret News). “Robert Bennett, former U.S. senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
August 11, 2014: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers was interviewed by Fox 13 News regarding the Mia Love vs. Doug Owens congressional race.
August 8, 2014: Hinckley Institute Resident Scholar Ambassador John Price was interviewed by Bloomberg Radio.
August 5, 2014: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers was interviewed on “The Rod Arquette Show” on KNRS.
August 4, 2014: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers was live on The Doug Wright Show (KSL) regarding the implications of the six primary elections being held around the country.
August 4, 2014: Rep. Jason Chaffetz and Maryland Democrat build political bridge in Utah (Deseret News) The comments came during an hourlong [Hinckley Institute] town hall meeting in Salt Lake City on “The Doug Wright Show” on KSL NewsRadio, part of the effort to share ideas and the concerns in Utah.
August 4, 2014: Robert Bennett: It could be the best of times (Deseret News) “Robert Bennett, former U.S. senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
August 2, 2014: Chaffetz brings East Coast congressman to Utah to hear about public lands, other West issues (Deseret News) “Also Monday, both congressmen will … field questions during a special hourlong town hall edition of “The Doug Wright Show” on KSL NewsRadio [and co-sponsored by the Hinckley Institute] that begins at noon.”
August 1, 2014: "Mitt Romney and a Possible Third Campaign for President in 2016?" Hinckley Institute Academic Outreach Coordinator Tim Chambless spoke to Andrew Adams of KSL Newsradio.
July 31, 2014: “No national launch for Draft Mitt effort” (Deseret News) “In it’s current form as a wildly enthusiastic group for Mitt that is not soliciting money, I think there is no harm in it as an avenue for people to show their excitement and appreciation for Gov. Romney,” said Jowers.
July 30, 2014: “Ambassador Price: What did the Arab Spring Accomplish?” (International Policy Digest)” John Price served as U.S. Ambassador to the Republic of Mauritius, Republic of Seychelles, and Union of the Comoros from February 8, 2002 to June 17, 2005, and currently serves as a Resident Scholar at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
July 30, 2014: "U.S. House of Representatives Vote to Sue President Obama in Federal Court" (KSL) Hinckley Institute Academic Outreach Coordinator Tim Chambless spoke to Scott Seeger and Maria Shilaos of KSL Newsradio.
July 28, 2014: “Senator Bennett: Hamas and its financial priorities” (Deseret News) “Robert Bennett, former U.S. senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
July 28, 2014: “Poll shows 4th District race between Love, Owens could be close” (Fox13) “While both camps will disagree on the findings, the poll could help shape how the last leg of this race plays out, according to Dr. Morgan Lyon Cotti of the Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
July 21, 2014: “Robert Bennett: Shurtleff and Swallow are ‘innocent until proven guilty’ in the A.G. scandal” (Deseret News) “Robert Bennett, former U.S. senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
July 17, 2014: “Education Is Best Way to Defeat Radical Islam” “John Price served as U.S. Ambassador to the Republic of Mauritius, Republic of Seychelles, and Union of the Comoros from February 8, 2002 to June 17, 2005, and currently serves as a Resident Scholar at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
July 16, 2014: “The legal battles begin for Swallow, Shurtleff” (KSL) “Kirk Jowers, head of the U.’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, said the case could lead to another look at how the federal investigation into Shurtleff and Swallow was handled.”
July 16, 2014: “Utah political watchers say effects of bribery charges against ex-attorneys general unclear” (Associated Press) “Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, noted that it was a Republican-controlled Utah lieutenant governor’s office that investigated Swallow and later concluded he likely broke state election laws.”
July 15, 2014: “What do the charges and arrests say about Utah?” (Deseret News) “Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, said it might be time to revive a group like the Governor’s Commission on Strengthening Utah’s Democracy.”
July 15, 2014: “Swallow, Shurtleff charges ‘validation’ for legislators, Dunnigan says” (KSL) “The need for campaign limits was also echoed by Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
July 15, 2014: “Utah pols ponder effects of AG arrests” (Standard-Examiner) “Kirk Jowers, who directs the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, also oversaw former Gov. Jon Huntsman Jr.’s Commission on Strengthening Utah’s Democracy.”
July 15, 2014: “Reaction to former Utah AGs Swallow/Shurtleff arrests” (KSTU) Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers was live in studio with Fox 13′s Max Roth to discuss the arrest of attorneys general Swallow and Shurtleff and next steps the state of Utah should take.
July 14, 2014: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers was interviewed on KUER regarding Governor Herbert’s recent appointment as Vice Chairman of the National Governors’ Association.
July 14, 2014: “Op-ed: A better way than filling jails with nonviolent offenders” (Salt Lake Tribune) “Kirk L. Jowers is director of the University of Utah’sHinckley Institute of Politics and a partner in the Washington, D.C., law firm of Caplin & Drysdale.”
July 14, 2014: “Robert Bennett: A look at the best US presidents of the past” (Deseret News) “Robert Bennett, former U.S. senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
July 11, 2014: “My view: The most famous person born in Utah” (Deseret News) “Kirk L. Jowers is director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and a partner in the Washington, D.C., law firm of Caplin & Drysdale.”
July 9, 2014: “Young Social Entrepreneur Rebuilding Education” (Forbes) Former Hinckley Institute intern Chase Winder was the topic of aForbes article regarding his work with his nonprofit Digital Learning Alliance.
July 8, 2014: “Rep. Chaffetz keeps Romney for President talk alive” (Deseret News) “Longtime Romney supporter Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, called Chaffetz’s statement ‘wishful thinking.’ He said Chaffetz has no insider knowledge of Romney’s intentions.”
July 8, 2014: “Supporters are launching a campaign to draft Romney for 2016″ (KTVX) “Kirk Jowers [of the Hinckley Institute of Politics] has worked closely with the Romney campaign over the years as the Chairman of his leadership PAC’s.”
July 8, 2014: “Chaffetz predicts Romney will run in 2016″ (KSL) “Longtime Romney supporter Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, called Chaffetz’s statement ‘wishful thinking.’ He said Chaffetz has no insider knowledge of Romney’s intentions.”
July 7, 2014: “Robert Bennett: Health care decisions should be left up to individuals” (Deseret News) “Robert Bennett, former U.S. senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
July 3, 2014: “A caliphate has been declared in the Middle East” “John Price served as U.S. Ambassador to the Republic of Mauritius, Republic of Seychelles, and Union of the Comoros from February 8, 2002 to June 17, 2005, and currently serves as a Resident Scholar at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
July 1, 2014: “U Alumni Gather for European Reunion in Oslo, Norway” (Alumni Connection) “Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and Federal Relations, then talked to the alumni about the disenchantment of the American electorate and how the U is making a difference.”
June 30, 2014: "Robert Bennett: 'You never really know what's going to happen in politics'" (Deseret News) "Robert Bennett, former U.S. senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics."
June 29, 2014: “Letter: Faith in mothers” (Deseret News) This letter was authored by Morgan Lyon Cotti, the Hinckley Institute’s Local Program Manager.
June 27, 2014: “August kickoff expected for ‘Draft Mitt’ effort” (Deseret News) Longtime Romney supporter Kirk Jowers isn’t one of them. Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, said he takes Romney at his word that he won’t be a candidate in 2016.
June 26, 2014: “News roundup: Hillary Clinton: I’m no Mitt Romney” (Salt Lake Tribune) “Herbert later interviews with Morgan Lyon Cotti and Dan Jones for “Political History of Utah” and speaks on a KSL program.”
June 25, 2014: “News roundup: Dallas or Denver for GOP ’16 convention” (Salt Lake Tribune) “Lt. Gov. Spencer Cox speaks to the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, attends a commission on civic and character education and gives a keynote address at the Goldman Sachs/SLCC small business graduation.”
June 24, 2014: “The Faith of my Mothers” (Feminist Mormon Housewives) This article was penned by Morgan Lyon Cotti, the Hinckley Institute’s Local Program Manager.
June 23, 2014: “Several local races up for grabs in Utah primary” (Associated Press) “Tim Chambless, a professor of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, said the lack of many competitive races is a bit surprising, but there were no major issues galvanizing voters against incumbents, and in many races, one candidate entered party conventions with a solid lead.”
June 22, 2014: “Robert Bennett: Let’s hope the ‘missing emails’ scandal will impact bureaucratic inertia” (Deseret News) “Robert Bennett, former U.S. senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
June 16, 2014: “Robert Bennett: Many miles left to go before the race in 2016″ (Deseret News) “Robert Bennett, former U.S. senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
June 11, 2014: Utahns react to defeat of U.S. House majority leader (Deseret News) “Former Utah Sen. Bob Bennett, who lost his re-election bid in 2010 at a tea party-dominated state GOP convention, said the outcome of Cantor’s primary election may not be so surprising after all.”
June 9, 2014: “Robert Bennett: And they call this a recreational drug?” (Deseret News) “Robert Bennett, former U.S. senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
June 9, 2014: “News roundup: Judge: Most traditional marriage was polygamy” (Salt Lake Tribune) “Michael Lyons, a professor of political science at Utah State University, counters Kirk Jowers['s] op-ed suggesting that a political alliance between the young and the wise is unlikely.”
June 7, 2014: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers spoke at the University of Utah’s European Reunion in Oslo, Norway, delivering a talk entitled “The Less You Know: Disenchantment of the American Electorate and How the U is Making a Difference.”
June 7, 2014: “Bergdahl Prisoner Swap Makes Us Less Safe” (International Policy Digest) This article was written by John Price, who served as U.S. Ambassador to the Republic of Mauritius, Republic of Seychelles, and Union of the Comoros from February 8, 2002 to June 17, 2005, and currently serves as a Resident Scholar at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.
June 6, 2014: “Rolly: Count My Vote fight continues behind the scenes” (Salt Lake Tribune) “The poll had Lee coming in second to last among the 26 names listed. The poll included such names as Josh Romney, Kirk Jowers, Jon Huntsman Jr., Dan Liljenquist and Thomas Wright.”
June 6, 2014: “Op-ed: What we need is less democracy” (Salt Lake Tribune) “In last week’s Tribune, Kirk Jowers offered a thoughtful and hopeful perspective on the future of the U.S. political system. Jowers expressed faith that senior leaders such as Sen. Orrin Hatch, together with the optimistic young people he and I are both privileged to mentor on our respective campuses, can remedy the dysfunction that now plagues our system.”
June 6, 2014: “Global War on Terror has become more dangerous” “John Price served as U.S. Ambassador to the Republic of Mauritius, Republic of Seychelles, and Union of the Comoros from February 8, 2002 to June 17, 2005, and currently serves as a Resident Scholar at the University of Utah’sHinckley Institute of Politics.”
June 2, 2014: “Robert Bennett: Labor’s GDP share and economic efficiency” (Deseret News) “Robert Bennett, former U.S. senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
May 30, 2014: “Op-ed: The veterans and the rookies can show us the political way” (Salt Lake Tribune) “Kirk L. Jowers is the University of Utah’s director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics and chief advisor to the Office for Global Engagement.”
May 30, 2014: “Report: Women missing from Utah politics” (Governing) “Last year, Utah had openings for 343 elected positions across state and local government, according to a tally by the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah.”
May 30, 2014: “Regime Change Will Not Diminish Al-Qaeda Attacks” “John Price served as U.S. Ambassador to the Republic of Mauritius, Republic of Seychelles, and Union of the Comoros from February 8, 2002 to June 17, 2005, and currently serves as a Resident Scholar at the University of Utah’sHinckley Institute of Politics.”
May 27, 2014: “Gov. Herbert looks to Washington for new chief of staff” (Deseret News) “Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and an advisor to Herbert, said the resignations that started with former Lt. Gov. Greg Bell last fall all made sense on a personal basis.”
May 26, 2014: “Robert Bennett: Tea party influence sparks media attention” (Deseret News) “Robert Bennett, former U.S. senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
May 25, 2014: “Bloomberg Radio: Former Ambassador Price Says West Should Address Africa” (International Policy Digest) “John Price, a former U.S. ambassador to the Republic of Mauritius, Republic of Seychelles, and Union of the Comoros, says Nigeria’s Boko Haram shows radical Islam is growing in Africa.”
May 23, 2o14: “Former Ambassador Price Says West Should Address Africa” (Bloomberg) “John Price, a former U.S. ambassador to the Republic of Mauritius, Republic of Seychelles, and Union of the Comoros, says Nigeria’s Boko Haram shows radical Islam is growing in Africa.”
May 20, 2014: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers was live on The Doug Wright Show (KSL) regarding the implications of the six primary elections being held around the country.
May 19, 2014: “Robert Bennett: Fair money — Wealth must be created before redistributed” (Deseret News) “Robert Bennett, former U.S. senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
May 18, 2014: Ambassador John Price was live on the nationally syndicated John Batchelor Show to discuss the Boko Haram crisis in Nigeria.
May 16, 2014: “Why We Must Investigate Benghazi” (Algemeiner) “John Price served as U.S. Ambassador to the Republic of Mauritius, Republic of Seychelles, and Union of the Comoros from February 8, 2002 to June 17, 2005, and currently serves as a Resident Scholar at the University of Utah’sHinckley Institute of Politics.”
May 16, 2014: “Pyle: Truth about public land gets lost in translation” (Salt Lake Tribune) “Shea, along with University of Utah Professor Dan McCool, argued against the idea at the City Library debate sponsored by The Tribune, KCPW and the U.’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
May 14, 2014: “University of Utah student wins $30,000 Truman Scholarship” (Salt Lake Tribune) “Set to graduate next year with a double major in political science and international studies, Tu plans to pursue a joint law degree and master’s of business administration and subsequently a career in international development. Tu has been an intern at the U.S. State Department and also served three Hinckley Institute internships.”
May 12, 2014: “Audience will determine who wins Utah public lands debate” (Salt Lake Tribune) “The event, cosponsored by KCPW 88.3/105.3 FM and the U. of U.’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, is free and open to the public at the library, 210 E. 400 South.”
May 12, 2014: “Robert Bennett: Jobs and climate — painting a complete picture” (Deseret News) “Robert Bennett, former U.S. senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
May 12, 2014: “Special Panel on Benghazi Needed for Answers” (The Investigative Project on Terrorism) “John Price served as U.S. Ambassador to the Republic of Mauritius, Republic of Seychelles, and Union of the Comoros from February 8, 2002 to June 17, 2005, and currently serves as a Resident Scholar at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
May 11, 2014: “More Utah political insides see Huntsman running in 2016 than Romney” (KSL) “Tim Chambless, academic outreach coordinator for the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, said the results weren’t a surprise.”
May 8, 2014: “Utah public land management topic of Salt Lake Tribune-sponsored debate” (Salt Lake Tribune) “Land management is a perfect topic for a new public debate format The Salt Lake Tribune is sponsoring along with KCPW 88.3/105.3 FM and the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah.”
May 8, 2014: Hinckley Institute Local Program Manager Morgan Lyon Cotti appeared on KUER’s RadioWest to discuss the politics of air quality.
May 6, 2014: “Former US Ambassador: Nigeria’s Boko Haram shows radical Islam is growing in Africa” (FOX News) “Former U.S. Ambassador John Pricetold Fox News’ Lauren Green the U.S. is putting ‘blinders on’ and ignoring the threat posed by the Nigeria-based terrorist group Boko Haram.”
May 5, 2014: “Robert Bennett: Thoughts on the need for a bit more thought” (Deseret News) “Robert Bennett, former U.S. senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
May 2, 2014: “Utah GOP chairman: Draft Mitt in 2016″ (Deseret News) “‘Of course I wish he were the president now and would be willing to run in 2016,’ said Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
April 30, 2014: “About 200 U Students Attend 2014′s Senior Sendoff” (Alumni Connection) “The highlight of the evening was featured speaker Kirk JowersBA’92, executive director of the U’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. Jowers, a former Student Alumni Board member, shared experiences from his highly successful career.”
April 28, 2014: “The 9/11 Memorial Museum Film Tells the Truth” “John Price served as U.S. Ambassador to the Republic of Mauritius, Republic of Seychelles, and Union of the Comoros from February 8, 2002 to June 17, 2005, and currently serves as a Resident Scholar at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
April 28, 2014: “Robert Bennett: The two-parent family is good economics” (Deseret News) “Robert Bennett, former U.S. senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
April 27, 2014: “Bishop will face McAleer again in general election” (Associated Press) “Saturday’s results mean Utah’s June 24 primary election will not have any contested races for U.S. Congress, a rarity in the state over the last four decades, said Tim Chambless of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
April 26, 2014: “GOP Delegates Give Rousing Reception to Sen. Mike Lee” (Utah Policy) “Mitt Romney’s son, Josh, and University of Utah Hinckley Institute of Politics director Kirk Jowers, are among a half dozen other well-connected Republicans who may be looking at a GOP U.S. Senate run in two years.”
April 26, 2014: “Love vs Owens for Utah’s open congressional seat” (Associated Press) “Saturday’s results mean Utah’s June 24 primary election will not have any contested races for U.S. Congress, a rarity in the state over the last four decades, said Tim Chambless of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
April 24, 2014: “Governor Herbert says what happens in Nevada stays in Nevada when addressing infamous cattle battle” (KTVX ABC 4) “‘We have the governor and Rob Bishop who are trying to work with the federal government to have compromises with some of the things they view as more unworkable with federal lands,’ said Morgan Lyon Cotti with the Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
April 23, 2014: “Western lands takeover: Former BLM chief, state lawmaker clash” (Salt Lake Tribune) “Morgan Lyon Cotti, with the Hinckley Institute, linked the latest flash point in the always-tense relationship between Western states and the federal government to a rise in tea-party conservatives, saying that elected officials are largely responding to the Republican delegates who helped them win office.”
April 23, 2014: “Trib Talk: Western lands disputes — locals vs. feds” (Salt Lake Tribune) “Rep. Ken Ivory, former BLM Director Pat Shea, reporter Thomas Burr and Morgan Lyon Cotti with the Hinckley Institute of Politics join Jennifer Napier-Pearce on Wednesday to talk about the unrest and if and how the philosophical gap between New West and Old West can be resolved.”
April 22, 2014: “‘Jumbo joints’: How big will the newest political animals get?” (The Center for Public Integrity) “Kirk Jowers, a campaign finance attorney at Caplin & Drysdale, told the Center for Public Integrity that the use of joint fundraising committees will “absolutely proliferate” after McCutcheon.”
April 21, 2014: “Forum debates proposed changes to U fight song” (Daily Utah Chronicle) “There was not as much fight at the Hinckley Institute of Politics’ panel on the U fight song as anticipated. The forum, held Friday afternoon, was called “A Utah Man Am I?” and discussed the proposed changes to the song.”
April 21, 2014: “Robert Bennett: Immigration reform should demonstrate ‘love of neighbor’” (Deseret News) ”Robert Bennett, former U.S. senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
April 19, 2014: “Reyes says he’s turning down questionable campaign contributions” (Salt Lake Tribune) “The newly appointed attorney general told a group of University of Utah students and state officials [at the Hinckley Institute of Politics] that when it comes to mending the trust broken by his predecessor, John Swallow, perception matters almost as much as reality.”
April 18, 2014: “Reyes avoiding some campaign donations” (KUTV CBS 2) “Reyes made the comments during a Friday discussion at the [Hinckley Institute of Politics at the] University of Utah about restoring public trust in the state’s top law enforcement office.”
April 18, 2014: “Candidates for Utah Attorney General talk transparency” (KSTU Fox 13) ”[Attorney General Sean Reyes and Charles Stormont] were at the Hinckley Institute of Politics Friday, discussing ways to improve transparency in the public position.”
April 18, 2014: “University of Utah students debate updating the school’s fight song” (KTVX ABC 4) “The Hinckley Institute of Politics hosted a panel discussion Friday afternoon with a packed house heard strong opinions on both sides.”
April 17, 2014: “British ambassador discusses relations with U.S.” (Daily Utah Chronicle) “There was no round table, but that did not stop a knight from coming to the Hinckley Institute of Politics on Wednesday. Sir Peter Westmacott, British ambassador to the United States, spoke Tuesday afternoon about the relationship between the United Kingdom and the U.S. and advocated for free trade between nations.”
April 17, 2014: “Gunboat Diplomacy in China Sea Can Lead to a Red Line” John Price served as U.S. Ambassador to the Republic of Mauritius, Republic of Seychelles, and Union of the Comoros from February 8, 2002 to June 17, 2005, and currently serves as a Resident Scholar at the University of Utah’sHinckley Institute of Politics.
April 17, 2014: “Bryan Schott’s Political BS: Remember My Name” (Utah Policy) “Too bad for the Kirk Jowers or Josh Romney’s who have designs on the Governor’s Mansion. They’re gonna have to go through Cox to get there, and that’s not going to be easy.”
April 16, 2014: “Tianna Tu wins nat’l scholarship” (Daily Utah Chronicle) “Kirk Jowers, the director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, said he is “thrilled” Tu was recognized for her devotion to public service and genuine desire to make the world a better place.”
April 13, 2014: “Robert Bennett: Making our own spending decisions: The Affordable Care Act’s folly” (Deseret News) “Robert Bennett, former U.S. senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
April 10, 2014: “Ex-NSA exec speaking in Utah says spy programs violate Constitution” (Associated Press) ”It is basically the government’s dark net,” said Drake, speaking to about 75 people at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.
April 9, 2014: “ John Price, former U.S. ambassador to the Republic of Mauritius, Republic of Seychelles, and Union of the Comoros, says the Unites States should embrace Russia as a “power”. Price talks with Bloomberg’s Pimm Fox and Carol Massar on Bloomberg Radio’s “Taking Stock” on April 8th.”
April 7, 2014: “Robert Bennett: More, rather than less, political speech is a good thing” (Deseret News) “Robert Bennett, former U.S. senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
April 2, 2014: “U.S. Supreme Court releases opinion in McCutcheon v. Federal Election Commission” (Lexology.com) “The U.S. Supreme Court released its long-anticipated opinion in McCutcheon v. Federal Election Commission this morning.”
April 2, 2014: “Utah lawmaker pushing for campaign contribution limits encouraged by Supreme Court ruling” (ABC 4) “Kirk Jowers, Director of TheHinckley Institute of Politics says one concern is the power this could give to some donors.”
April 2. 2014: “Campaign limits lifted for donors in federal races” (Deseret News) “Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and a lawyer specializing in Federal Elections Commission issues, said the ruling will likely have little effect in Utah.”
April 2, 2014: “Fulbright Program gives global opportunities” (Daily Utah Chronicle) “Plan early and start as soon as possible – this was the advice the panel gave audience members during the Hinckley Institute of Politics Fulbright forum on Tuesday.”
April 2, 2014: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers was live on The Doug Wright Show (KSL) regarding the Supreme Courts ruling on campaign finance.
April 2, 2014: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers was interviewed on ABC 4 regarding the Supreme Courts ruling on campaign finance.
March 31, 2014: “Days of remembrance start off with discussion and lecture from Guiora” (Daily Utah Chronicle) “U law professor Amos Guiora spoke Thursday afternoon in a lecture titled “Does the Bystander Foster Extremism?” in the Hinckley Institute of Politics caucus room as the week’s opening event.”
March 31, 2014: "Robert Bennett: A little perspective on an upcoming energy surplus" (Deseret News) "Robert Bennett, former U.S. senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics."
March 27, 2014: “Utah election law reins in tea party” (Los Angeles Times) ”It was a subtext for some people,” said Kirk Jowers, a University of Utah political scientist and cofounder of Count My Vote, the group that pushed for the new election rules.
March 26, 2014:”Business leaders in Utah enjoy higher favorability than politicians” (Deseret News) “Following are the combined results, with mean scores, beginning with those with highest favorability to those with lowest favorability. Because results differed slightly on the different surveys, each person’s best rating is listed here. A lower mean score means higher favorability: Jon Huntsman Sr., 1.49; Gail Miller, 1.67; Mike Leavitt, 1.85; Spencer Eccles Jr., 1.85; Ben McAdams, 1.90; Gary Herbert, 1.98; Josh Romney, 1.99; Greg Miller, 2.00; Norma Matheson, 2.05; Kirk Jowers, 2.05.”
March 24, 2014: “Love has running start in 4th District race” (The Washington Times) “Tim Chambless of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, noted that in 2012, Love was going up against a seasoned political veteran and only lost by fewer than 800 votes.”
March 24, 2014: “Utahns warned: Unneeded medical tests do more harm than good” (Salt Lake Tribune) “Choosing Wisely panel discussion on Friday, March 27, from 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics (Orson Spencer Hall, 260 S. South Campus Dr., room 253.)”
March 24, 2014: “Robert Bennett: An outlook on Russia — Is Putin Hitler?” (Deseret News) “Robert Bennett, former U.S. senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
March 23, 2014: “Gender gap likely to grow on Utah’s Capitol Hill” (Salt Lake Tribune) “Lindsay Zizumbo is co-founder of Real Women Run [and National Program Manager at the Hinckley Institute of Politics], an organization that provides networking and training help for women interested in running for office.”
March 22, 2014: “The path to D.C. internships is well traveled for Utah students” (Deseret News) “This is Valdez’s third internship but her first in D.C. She has coordinated all of them through the U.’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, which also provides housing for between 30 and 45 U. students interning in D.C. The hands-on experience gained through internships gives the students an advantage, she says.”
March 22, 2014: “The path to D.C. internships is well traveled for Utah students” (Deseret News) “It’s surprising how well the Hinckley (Institute) does making sure students have a diverse selection and an opportunity to pursue whatever they need to,” Valdez said.
March 21, 2014: “More Utah women needed in politics, advocates say” (KSL) “Women aren’t making that leap,” said Lindsay Zizumbo, a founder of the group [and National Program Manager of the Hinckley Institute of Politics], adding that they typically feel less qualified than their male counterparts. “They’re comparing themselves to Hillary Clinton or Barack Obama or Gov. Gary Herbert instead of the candidate they’re running against.”
March 18, 2014: “Rolly: Here’s a switch for Utah — a political forum lacking in Republicans” (Salt Lake Tribune) “The University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics held its legislative wrap-up session Monday featuring Capitol Hill leaders from both political parties, according to the invitation.”
March 18, 2014: “News roundup: Feds: We snatched up emails under Bush’s orders” (Salt Lake Tribune) “At the U.’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, two Democratic legislators gave their take on the legislative session that ended last week. [DNews]“
March 17, 2014: “Caucus meetings this week give public a chance to get involved” (Deseret News) “Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’sHinckley Institute of Politics, agrees the GOP needs to reshape its message, noting Romney lost in 2012 primarily on social issues that attract women, minority and young voters.
March 17, 2014: “Robert Bennett: Reduce the shrillness level of political rhetoric” (Deseret News) “Robert Bennett, former U.S. senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
March 17, 2014: “Lawmakers say they made strides but need to look to the future” (Deseret News) “Two minority leaders served as panel members Monday for a legislative wrap-up forum at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. Two members of GOP leadership were expected as well, but did not attend.”
March 16, 2014: “Caucus meetings this week give public a chance to get involved” (Salt Lake Tribune) “(Delegates) are by far the most powerful voters in America,” said Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
March 15, 2014: “Real Women Run course teaches women to be confident candidates” (Salt Lake Tribune) “But on Saturday, some of those fears were quashed for Newton and more than 40 other women who attended the daylong Real Women Run training at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. The training is necessary to get more women into political office, said Lindsay Zizumbo, a founding member of the 3-year-old Real Women Run.”
March 11, 2014: “Real Women Run offering training for candidates” (Salt Lake Tribune) “Real Women Run is offering training designed for candidates at all levels of government and their campaign staffs, as well as caucus candidates and future delegates. The training will take place from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday at the Hinckley Institute of Politics, 260 S. Central Campus Drive at the University of Utah. Registration begins at 8:30 a.m.”
March 10, 2014: “Robert Bennett: Compromise will morph into Count my Vote win” (Salt Lake Tribune) “Robert Bennett, former U.S. senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
March 6, 2014: Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics was interviewed live on KSL News Radio regarding the legislative compromise with Count My Vote.
March 4, 2014: "Love has running start in 4th District race" (Associated Press) "Tim Chambless of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, noted that in 2012, Love was going up against a seasoned political veteran and only lost by fewer than 800 votes."
March 4, 2014: “Compromise reached between ‘Count My Vote’, caucus supporters” (Davis Clipper) “This really is a Republican vs. a Republican fight,” he said. “Now if (former governor) Mike Leavitt or Kurt Jowers (director of the University of Utah Hinckley Institute) have a run for governor, they collect 30,000 signatures and get on the ballot.”
March 4, 2014: “Debate leaves questions unanswered” (Daily Utah Chronicle) “The lecture room in the Hinckley Institute of Politics was filled with supporters of both parties, but when speaking, the candidates addressed the student body as a whole.”
March 3, 2014: “Politics as a focus of study” (The Spanish Times): “El Instituto de política de Hinckley es un Instituto bipartidista ubicado en el campus de la Universidad de Utah en Salt Lake City, Utah.”
March 3, 2014: “Robert Bennett: Keystone: What difference does it make?” (Deseret News) “Robert Bennett, former U.S. senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
March 2, 2014: "Start-Federal Land Trade Proposal Bills before the 2014 Utah State Legislature" (KTVX) Hinckley Institute Academic Outreach Coordinator Tim Chambless spoke to Chad Booth and Robert B. Keiter of The County Seat on KTVX Channel 4.
March 2, 2014: “LDS Church Pulls Missionaries Out Of Ukraine As Russian Troops Move In” (KUTV) “So, to lose Ukraine over to the west would be the final blow to Russia and especially Putin,” says Kirk Jowers, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
March 1, 2014: “Op-ed: Broad group comes together to promote political debates in Utah” (Salt Lake Tribune) “The Utah Debate Commission is a consortium of Utah’s universities [Hinckley Institute of Politics], television stations, major daily newspapers, business representatives and civic leaders from both major parties.
February 28, 2014: “Expected announcement regarding Count My Vote postponed” (Fox 13) “Kirk Jowers, a founding member of Count My Vote and the director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, has confirmed to FOX 13 News that members of the County My Vote Initiative have reached a deal with Utah lawmakers.”
February 27, 2014: “Budgets & Bikes” (City Weekly) “Later, a forum at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics will talk about the budgeting consumers will have to make to move toward a de-carbonized economy.”
February 27, 2014: “Lawmakers, Count My Vote talking deal that would end initiative petition” (Deseret News) “Kirk Jowers, a Count My Vote founder and board member, wouldn’t discuss details but said “supporters of Count My Vote have negotiated with the Legislature and party leaders for the past several years, and I’m more hopeful now than I’ve ever been.”
February 26, 2014: “Staff looks back on successes of the year” (Daily Utah Chronicle) “The Hinckley Institute of Politics hosted the annual State of ASUU address Tuesday afternoon.”
February 26, 2014: “Reforming Utah’s Caucus System” (RadioWest) “Kirk Jowers is co-founder of the Count My Vote initiative and the director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah.”
February 25, 2014: “News roundup: Holder to state AG’s: You don’t have to defend gay marriage bans” (Salt Lake Tribune) “Gov. Gary Herbert meets with Summit Sotheby’s International Reality president (and former Utah GOP chairman) Thomas Wright, National Commander of the American Legion Dan Dellinger, and later with aides Derek Miller, Wes Smith and Marty Carpenter. He also meets with legislative interns from the Hinckley Institute of Politics, UVU and SLCC leaders and holds a Boards and Commissions review.”
February 24, 2014: “Robert Bennett: Count My Vote: ‘Let the process play out’” (Deseret News) “Robert Bennett, former U.S. senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
February 24, 2014: "LDS Leaders Urge Participation in Party Caucuses" (KUER) "University of Utah political science professor [and Hinckley Institute Academic Outreach Coordinator] Tim Chambless says encouragement from church leaders two years ago resulted in many more voters participating in party caucuses and he expects to see something similar this year."
February 22, 2014: “Group questioning Count My Votes petitions” (Daily Herald) “We are following all the state safeguards, and are using the best practices on our campaign,” said Lindsay Zizumbo, executive director for Count My Vote. “With an issue that has the support of 70 percent of the people we don’t need to play games — so we’ll do everything that is required to do this correctly.”
February 21, 2014: “Complaint claims Count My Vote collected signatures in violation of the law” (Fox 13) “Lindsey Zizumbo, executive director of Count My Vote, released the following statement in response: “We question the validity of the complaints, but nonetheless we are taking it seriously. We are following all the state safeguards, and are using best practices on our campaign. With an issue that has the support of 70% of the people we don’t need to play games — so will do everything that is required to do this correctly.”
February 19, 2014: “Hinckley Forum: Change in Haiti more complicated than it looks” (Daily Utah Chronicle) “Wilentz, a contributing editor of The Nation magazine, spoke on the politics and culture of post-earthquake Haiti on Tuesday, Feb. 18 in the Hinckley Institute of Politics as part of the World Affairs Lecture Series.”
February 17, 2014: “Robert Bennett: Utah unlikely to ‘take back’ federal lands” (Deseret News) “Robert Bennett, former U.S. senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
February 14, 2014; Lawmaker aims to put Utah’s primary ahead of Iowa, New Hampshire” (Fox 13) “Online voting is the greatest strength and weakness of this bill,” said Kirk Jowers, who is the director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics. “It’s what makes it interesting. It’s what allows it to move around, in case New Hampshire and Iowa keep their tricks going. But it’s also the most complicated.”
February 13, 2014: “Romney 3.0: Will He Run Again?” (KUTV) “According to Kirk Jowers, Director of the Hinckley Institute of politics, several stars have aligned to make Romney seem in retrospect … the right guy for the job.”
February 11, 2014: “Caucus vs. Count My Vote Battle Heats Up on the Hill” (Utah Policy) “CMV supporters, which include board members Mike Leavitt, former Utah GOP governor; University of Utah Hinckley Institute of Politics boss Kirk Jowers; and UtahPolicy publisher LaVarr Webb, decided to have candidates gather signatures of their party members to show grass-roots party support – much like getting support from party delegates under the current system.”
February 10, 2014: “Robert Bennett: Living in a representative democracy” (Deseret News) “Robert Bennett, former U.S. senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
February 4, 2014: “Interns learn leadership skills at capitol” (Daily Utah Chronicle) “For nearly five decades, the Hinckley Institute of Politics has been sending students to intern for Utah’s State Capitol.”
February 4, 2014: “Al Qaeda’s Continued Challenge”(International Policy Digest) “John Price served as U.S. Ambassador to the Republic of Mauritius, Republic of Seychelles, and Union of the Comoros from February 8, 2002 to June 17, 2005, and currently serves as a Resident Scholar at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.“
February 3, 2014: “Robert Bennett: Caucuses overshadow the elections, Count My Vote aims to empower voters” (Deseret News) “Robert Bennett, former U.S. senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
January 29, 2014: "President Obama's 2014 State of the Union Address" (KSL) Hinckley Institute Academic Outreach Coordinator Tim Chambless spoke to Paul Nelson of KSL Newsradio.
January 29, 2014: “University of Utah grad to speak on conservation” (Deseret News) “Robert Bennett, former U.S. senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
January 29, 2014: “Cultural Diversity Seen Through the Eyes of African Artists” (International Policy Digest) “John Price served as U.S. Ambassador to the Republic of Mauritius, Republic of Seychelles, and Union of the Comoros from February 8, 2002 to June 17, 2005, and currently serves as a Resident Scholar at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.“
January 28, 2014: “Tea party gets Mike Lee to answer Obama. Why he might surprise.” (Christian Science Monitor) “The tea partyers have become far less sympathetic to the American people over the last several years because of things like the shutdown,” says Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah.
January 27, 2014: “Paul Rolly: Parody website pretends to be pro-Count My Vote” (Salt Lake Tribune) “For Hinckley Institute of Politics Director Kirk Jowers: “Enjoys commenting on the political news of the day and gazing into the eyes of his larger-than-life portrait hanging in the institute.”
January 26, 2014: “Leaders convene at Pac-12 summit” (Daily Utah Chronicle) “Breakout sessions with vice president of Academic Affairs Ruth Watkins and director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics Kirk Jowers were among the notable events held on Friday’s events of the summit.”
January 26, 2014; “Robert Bennett: Obamacare is like a 1955 Pontiac” (Deseret News) “Robert Bennett, former U.S. senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
January 24, 2014: “Why Republicans Fear Conventions” (National Journal) “If the delegates don’t reflect the common view of the population, then you’ll get skewed views in the elected officials they nominate,” said Rich McKeown, the “Count My Vote” effort’s executive chairman. McKeown, who was former GOP Gov. Mike Leavitt’s longtime chief of staff, noted that Utah’s convention delegates skew older and far more male than the population, as well as away from new state residents, leaving large swathes of the growing population out of the main nominating process.”
January 23, 2014: “Politicos debate free speech rights” (Daily Utah Chronicle) “If money could talk, the Hinckley Institute of Politics knows what it would say.”
January 23, 2014: “MORMON CHURCH DEFENDS UTAH LIQUOR LAWS” (Associate Press) “The church didn’t say why they chose this year to roll out the campaign, but Morgan Lyon Cotti of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics said it’s reasonable to presume the church felt the efforts to ease laws had reached a tipping point.
January 23, 2014: “Campaign Transparency vs. the 1st Amendment in Utah (Video)” (Utah Policy) “At a Wednesday Hinckley Institute discussion on campaign finance reform, Bill Maurer, Executive Director of the Institute for Justice’s Washington chapter, said that added disclosure may be a feel-good measure, but it actually would harm the political process.”
January 23, 2014: “Mormon church issues sweeping defense of Utah liquor laws ahead of legislative session” (Star Tribune) “The church didn’t say why they chose this year to roll out the campaign, but Morgan Lyon Cotti of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics said it’s reasonable to presume the church felt the efforts to ease laws had reached a tipping point.”
January 22, 2014: “Beirut to Benghazi: We Didn’t Learn a Lesson” (Ambassador John Price.com) “John Price served as U.S. Ambassador to the Republic of Mauritius, Republic of Seychelles, and Union of the Comoros from February 8, 2002 to June 17, 2005, and currently serves as a Resident Scholar at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.“
January 22, 2014: “Does Utah law trample free speech in campaigns? (Salt Lake Tribune) “A Utah law intended to make it harder for political candidates to collect and spend large amounts of money from undisclosed sources is unconstitutional and harmful to democracy, an attorney with a conservative think tank argued Wednesday [hosted by Hinckley Institute of Politics].”
January 22, 2014: “Campaign Transparency vs. the 1st Amendment in Utah (Video)” (Utah Policy) “At a Wednesday Hinckley Institute discussion on campaign finance reform, Bill Maurer, Executive Director of the Institute for Justice’s Washington chapter, said that added disclosure may be a feel-good measure, but it actually would harm the political process.”
January 22, 2014: “Gov. talks legislative priorities” (Daily Utah Chronicle) “Gov. Gary Herbert speaks at a Hinckley Institute of Politics forum.”
January 21, 2014: “The Rundown: Why is Utah’s Voter Turnout So Low?” (KCPW) “We’ll speak with Dr. Morgan Lyon Cotti, Associate Instructor at the University of Utah’s Center For Public Policy & Administration and the Local Program Manager at the U’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, to find out why.”
January 21, 2014: “News roundup: Behind the scenes with a candid Obama” (Salt Lake Tribune) “Americans have been misled about the attacks in Benghazi, Rep. Jason Chaffetz tells a Hinckley Institute crowd. [DNews]“
January 21, 2014: “GOP misguided in Huntsman straw poll omission” (All Voices.com) “It’s an embarrassment for the Republican Party if they did conscientiously leave him off,” said Kirk Jowers, Director of the Hinckley Institute, established at the University of Utah to teach respect for practical politics and citizen involvement.”
January 19, 2014: “Utah Senator Calling For Campaign Finance Reform” (KUTV) “Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, teaches a class on money, politics and the U.S. presidency. He, too, believes public officials become too indebted to huge donors, and he believes the timing of those bills, this time around, is good.”
January 20, 2014: “Chaffetz talks Benghazi at Hinckley” (Daily Utah Chronicle) “Rep. Jason Chaffetz (R-Utah) came to the Hinckley Institute of Politicson Friday to give his take on what really happened to the U.S. consulate in Benghazi, Libya on the night of Sept. 11, 2012.”
January 20, 2014: “Robert Bennett: Finding answers to Benghazi” (Deseret News) “Robert Bennett, former U.S. senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
January 17, 2014: “‘Too many lies’ about Benghazi attacks, Chaffetz says” (KSL) “This was apparent Friday at the Pizza and Politics forum put on by theHinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah.”
January 17, 2014: “Chaffetz calls for truth about, accountability for Benghazi attacks” (Deseret News) “This was apparent Friday at the Pizza and Politics forum put on by the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah.”
January 16, 2014: “Real Women Run, Walker Institute encourage women in politics” (Signpost.com) “It was with this in mind that she reached out to Real Women Run, a statewide, nonpartisan organization in collaboration with the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
January 16, 2014: “Count My Vote initiative expected to go forward even if lawmakers approve reforms” (Deseret News) “Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, said it’s too soon to say whether lawmakers would agree to shift to a direct primary or at least require changes to the current system.”
January 16, 2014: “GOP Straw Poll Released Online, Huntsman No Where To Be Found” (KUTV) “Kirk Jowers Director of the Hinckley Institute hopes he considers it, saying, “I think he is an important voice for the Republican Party, adding diversity.” That diversity may however be too much for the GOP to handle.”
January 14, 2014: “Applications closed, primary set to start” (Daily Utah Chronicle) “Two sets of debates will be held during the campaigning portion of the election season. Presidential and vice presidential debates will be held Feb. 12 at 6:30 p.m. in the Heritage Center, Feb. 26 at 12 p.m. in the Union and March 4 at 12 p.m. in the Hinckley Institute of Politics.“
January 13, 2014: “Robert Bennett: Avert the Social Security crisis” (Deseret News) “Robert Bennett, former U.S. senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
January 13, 2014: “Editorial: Sen. Lee makes a bipartisan turn” (Salt Lake Tribune) “Frustration is not a platform, and anger is not an agenda,” Lee rightly said Friday at a forum at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
January 13, 2014: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers was interviewed live on KSL News Radio regarding Count My Vote.
January 13, 2014: “Education groups endorse Count My Vote” (Deseret News) “Education groups Monday endorsed the Count My Vote initiative to change the state’s unique system for choosing political party nominees, saying GOP delegates aren’t making schools enough of a priority.”
January 13, 2014: “Education groups want change to Utah’s political system” (Salt Lake Tribune) “Count My Vote executive director Taylor Morgan said the group has gathered about 40,000 of the more than 100,000 signatures needed to get on the ballot. But complicating matters for Count My Vote is that they must gather the signatures across at least 26 of the state’s 29 Senate districts.
January 13, 2014: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers was interviewed live on KDXU in St. George regarding Count My Vote.
January 12, 2014: “ASUU welcomes new director of the board” (Daily Utah Chronicle) “She also said that the Government Relations board will be holding a civic engagement series. The series will include several workshops and bring in some guest speakers. Hawkins said that ASUU will work with the Hinckley Institute and the quorums that they already hold throughout the semester to accomplish this.”
January 12, 2014: “Hinckley internship sends students to Brazil” (Daily Utah Chronicle) “Through the Hinckley Institute of Politics, U students have the opportunity to intern in Brazil.”
January 12, 2014: “Lee aims to cut higher ed costs” (Daily Utah Chronicle) “The senator spoke at the Hinckley Institute after announcing a bill in Washington on Jan. 9 that would open up the accreditation system for higher education.”
January 11. 2014: “A look at campaign aide who helped elect Swallow, Hatch, Lee” (Salt Lake Tribune) “ Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah and an expert on campaign-finance laws, said that Powers “really did become the go-to guy for a lot of our major figures.”
January 10, 2014: Sen. Lee calls for fewer protests, more bipartisan work” (Salt Lake Tribune) “Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute, said that since the federal shutdown, Lee has “had a very consistent message of trying to move Republicans and more specifically tea partiers away from protest and anger and toward a more productive approach to government and having a real agenda.”
January 10, 2103: “John Swallow paid $235k in legal fees from campaign” (Salt Lake Tribune) “Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah and an expert in campaign finance law, said most states give politicians the latitude to use campaign funds for legal expenses so they aren’t targeted by political attacks without being able to defend themselves.”
January 9, 2014: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers appeared live on KSL Radio’s Grant & Amanda morning program to discuss the recent developments of Amendment 3.
January 9, 2014: “Utah ranks 49th for women in politics” (KSL) “It means that the women are engaged and interested. So it’s just helping them bridge that gap and knock down some of those barriers that exist (for running for office),” said Lindsay Zizumbo, National Program Manager at the Hinckley Institute and founding member of Real Women Run — a nonprofit organization that seeks to increase the number of women in politics in Utah.”
January 8, 2014: “S. Jordan council votes to support caucus system” (Salt Lake Tribune) “A discussion on whether to retain the state’s current caucus system or switch to direct primaries will begin at noon Monday at the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah.”
January 8, 2014: “News roundup: It’s official: Hell has frozen over” (Salt Lake Tribune) “Welcome: To the more than 115 U. students from the Hinckley Institute who are starting internships with government, non-profit, and private organizations in Utah, D.C., and nearly 20 foreign countries. Here’s to a great experience and some hard work!”
January 8, 2014: “Dick Harmon: 5 unsung Utahns played a critical role in the death of the BCS” (Deseret News) “On a quiet Sunday morning a few months ago in Orem, I turned and saw Matt Sanderson in the back of the church building. He was there for the blessing of a newborn baby in the Sanderson clan. Nobody outside of his family knew who he was. He looked just like another Mormon guy in a suit and tie sitting in the back.”
January 7, 2014: “University of Utah to celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day” (Deseret News) “Community Resistance to Institutionalized Racial Profiling,” 12:30-2:30 p.m., Tuesday, Jan. 21, at the Hinckley Institute of Politics in Orson Spencer Hall.”
January 7, 2014: “ASUU: Ortiz springs into action with big plans” (Daily Utah Chronicle) “Another plan ASUU has for the new semester is an event-packed Martin Luther King, Jr. week. As a part of the festivities, a spoken word poet will come to campus. On the Tuesday after MLK Day, Ortiz said Trayvon Martin’s mother will be at the U. ASUU will also be working with the Hinckley Institute during that time to put on a panel about racial profiling.”
January 7, 2014: “Retired Salt Lake Tribune editor to keynote Real Women Run training event” (Salt Lake Tribune) “In addition to Allen and other women politicians, the coalition that formed Real Women Run in 2011 includes the YWCA Utah, The Hinckley Institute at the University of Utah, Salt Lake Community College, Vision 2020, AAUW, League of Women Voters of Utah and Springboard Utah.”
January 7, 2014: “ASUU: Ortiz springs into action with big plans” (Daily Utah Chronicle) “On the Tuesday after MLK Day, Ortiz said Trayvon Martin’s mother will be at the U. ASUU will also be working with the Hinckley Institute during that time to put on a panel about racial profiling.”
January 6, 2014: “Robert Bennett: What to expect in 2014″ (Deseret News) “Robert Bennett, former U.S. senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
January 4, 2014: “Even with Mia Love, Sean Reyes races, Count My Vote may be only surprise on November ballot” (Deseret News) “Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, agreed it would be difficult for competitive candidates to jump in the congressional race.”
December 23, 2013: “Robert Bennett: Ryan-Murray deal signals hope for a broken Congress” (Deseret News) “Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
December 20, 2013: “Letter: Let’s promote clean energy sources” (Salt Lake Tribune) “That’s under the income taxing system, but as former Rep. Bob Inglis said at the Hinckley Institute: It’s possible if we “unleash the power of free enterprise for clean air and energy.”
December 19, 2013: “With Matheson out, Utah Dems scramble for 2014″ (Daily Herald) “Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, said Matheson would very much be a viable candidate for U.S. Senate or Utah governor in the future.”
December 18, 2013: “Matheson’s exit prompts questions regarding 2014 election” (Fox 13) “Republican and Hinckley Institute director Kirk Jowers and democrat and former party chair Donald Dunn are on the same page when it come to the top person on the democrat list.”
December 18, 2013: “Search warrant reveals possible charges against former Utah attorney general” (Deseret News) “Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, sees it as a two-man race between Reyes and Tarbet, the acting attorney general.”
December 18, 2013: “Mia Love Is Clear Front-Runner for Matheson Seat” (Roll Call) “I think Mia Love is too formidable right now,” said Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. “She has the name ID, the money and now she has Dave Hansen who is about the most respected campaign manager. So if you’re taking a look at your ability to win, it’s hard to see anybody who doesn’t start out behind in all major campaign considerations.”
December 18, 2013: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers was interviewed on Fox 13 regarding Congressman Matheson’s retirement and next possible steps.
December 17, 2013: “Jowers: Lee Will Transform the Tea Party” (Utah Policy) “Hinckley Institute of Politics director Kirk Jowers says Mike Lee has a chance to change the direction of the Tea Party and transform the Republican party as well. “
December 18, 2013: “Search warrant reveals possible charges against former Utah attorney general” (Deseret News) “Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, sees it as a two-man race between Reyes and Tarbet, the acting attorney general.”
December 17, 2013: Rep. Jim Matheson says he won’t run for re-election in 2014″ (KSL) “Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah Hinckley Institute of Politics, said Matheson’s departure all but assures the seat will fall into Republican hands.”
December 17, 2013: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers was interviewed live on KSL News Radio regarding Rep. Jim Matheson’s announcement that he was not running for reelection.
December 2013: “The University is unifying and expanding its endeavors to bring international experiences to all students.” (Continuum) “She signed up for a global internship through the Hinckley Institute of Politics, and it led her to India.”
December 2013: “Through the Years” (Continuum) “Since 2007, the U’s Hinckley Institute of Politics has coordinated an internship program with Maitri every semester. Singh Wadhwa often works directly with the U interns, who help with a range of projects including the organization’s annual report, newsletter, website, grant proposal development and writing, background research for projects, and even development and execution of new projects. Kirk Jowers BA’92, current director of the Hinckley Institute, also serves on Maitri’s international advisory board.”
December 17, 2013: “Rep. Jim Matheson says he won’t run for re-election in 2014″ (Deseret News) “Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah Hinckley Institute of Politics, said Matheson’s departure all but assures the seat will fall into Republican hands. He said it would be nearly impossible for another Democrat to recreate Matheson’s campaign magic with one possible exception — McAdams.”
December 17, 2013: “Utah Democrat Rep. Matheson won’t seek 8th term” (Washington Post) “Tim Chambless of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics said he wouldn’t be surprised if Matheson launched a bid for Lee’s seat or the governor’s office in 2016.”
December 17, 2013: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers was interviewed live on KSL News Radio regarding Rep. Jim Matheson’s announcement that he was not running for reelection.
December 16, 2013: “Robert Bennett: Are the rich getting richer off the poor?” (Deseret News) “Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
December 16, 2013: “Mike Lee will change the tea party” (Deseret News) “Kirk Jowers is the Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics and a partner at the Washington, D.C., law firm of Caplin & Drysdale.”
December 13, 2013: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers was interviewed on Fox 13 regarding jailed associate of former attorney general.
December 13, 2013: “Lawson charges trigger big question: Who’s next” (Salt Lake Tribune) “It should send shock waves up the spine of Shurtleff and Swallow,” said Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah. “There’s a danger whenever you get someone with not much to lose and a lot to gain by giving up a bigger fish. It would seem this is the opening act.”
December 8, 2013: “Robert Bennett: Create wealth before distributing it” (Deseret News) “Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
December 6, 2013: “A Giant is Gone but Mandela’s Legacy Lives On” (International Policy Digest) “John Price is a former U.S. ambassador to Comoros, Mauritius and the Seychelles islands. He currently serves as a resident scholar at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. He is the author of “When the White House Calls” and regularly writes commentaries on Africa and the Arabian Peninsula.”
December 3, 2013: “Somalia: Education is the Best Way to Defeat Al-Shabaab” (International Policy Digest) “John Price is a former U.S. ambassador to Comoros, Mauritius and the Seychelles islands. He currently serves as a resident scholar at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. He is the author of “When the White House Calls” and regularly writes commentaries on Africa and the Arabian Peninsula.”
December 2, 2013: “Candidates seeking to replace Swallow include pair with ties to his accusors” (Deseret News) “Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, said Republicans may want to avoid choosing anyone connected to Swallow.”
December 2, 2013: “AG candidates include 2 with ties to Swallow’s accusers” (KSL) “Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, said Republicans may want to avoid choosing anyone connected to Swallow.”
December 2, 2013: “Utah A.G. John Swallow: ‘No way to convince people I’m innocent’” (Deseret News) “Kirk Jowers, who heads the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, said it’s unreasonable for Swallow to want a blanket finding of innocence from the public.”
December 2, 2013: “Robert Bennett: ‘Nuclear option’ ends unwritten rules” (Deseret News) “Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
December 2, 2013: “‘No way to convince people I’m innocent,’ says John Swallow” (KSL) “Kirk Jowers, who heads the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, said it’s unreasonable for Swallow to want a blanket finding of innocence from the public.”
November 27, 2013: “Rising star or sinking? Lee ignites both sides” (Standard-Examiner) “Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, said Lee’s appeal could mean greater fundraising ability.”
November 25, 2013: “Robert Bennett: Caucus delegates do not always honor commitments to public” (Deseret News) “Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
November 24, 2013: “Utah A.G. John Swallow leapt before he was pushed” (Salt Lake Tribune) “Similarly, Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, said a state commission he cochaired that looked at ways to strengthen democracy talked about the need for donation limits — which he says the Swallow scandals show are needed.”
November 22, 2013: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers appeared live in studio on KSL TV’s morning program to discuss the implication of Attorney General John Swallow’s resignation.
November 22, 2013: “Swallow’s resignation leaves office in limbo” (Standard-Examiner) “Swallow’s resignation is the first time a Utah attorney general has stepped down midterm, said Tim Chambless of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. The state has seen two governors resign, but both left for other political posts and not in scandal, he said.”
November 22, 2013: “Utah attorney general announces resignation” (Bloomberg Business Week) “Swallow’s resignation is the first time a Utah attorney general has stepped down midterm, said Tim Chambless of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. The state has seen two governors resign, but both left for other political posts and not in scandal, he said.”
November 22, 2013: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers appeared live in studio on KSL Radio’s Grant & Amanda morning program to discuss the implication of Attorney General Jon Swallow’s resignation.
November 21, 2013: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers appeared on Fox 13 TV news to discuss the implication of Attorney General John Swallow’s resignation.
November 21, 2013: “Utah attorney general announces resignation, denies breaking any laws” (StarTribune) “Swallow’s resignation is the first time a Utah attorney general has stepped down midterm, said Tim Chambless of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. The state has seen two governors resign, but both left for other political posts and not in scandal, he said.”
November 20, 2013: “Sam Daley Harris, Author and Social Entrepreneur” (KCPW) “The Hinckley Institute Radio Hour (Air date: Nov. 20, 2013) – Sam Daley Harris founded the organization ‘RESULTS’, an international citizens’ lobby effort that significantly influenced policy actions that helped to reduce global hunger and poverty in the 1980’s and 1990’s by promoting micro-lending, working with UNICEF, and increased child vaccinations.”
November 20, 2013: “Partitioning North Africa and the Middle East Might be the Only Option” (International Policy Digest) “John Price is a former U.S. ambassador to Comoros, Mauritius and the Seychelles islands. He currently serves as a resident scholar at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. He is the author of “When the White House Calls” and regularly writes commentaries on Africa and the Arabian Peninsula.”
November 20, 2013: “Mike Lee steps out of Ted Cruz’s shadow” (Politico) “‘It is true that we’ve had a number of donors, volunteers, etc., who believe that a direct primary will allow more mainstream Republicans and Democrats to get elected,’ said Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
November 18, 2013: “Robert Bennett: Quality health care will bring down costs” (Deseret News) “Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
November 13, 2013: “Malcolm Gladwell, Author” (KCPW) “The Hinckley Institute Radio Hour (Air date: Nov. 13, 2013) – Malcolm Gladwell is author of several national and international best selling books, including The Tipping Point, published in 2000, Blink, in 2005, and the book Outliers, 2008.”
November 14, 2013: “Rolly: Dems, too, try to stifle direct primaries” (Salt Lake Tribune) “County My Vote is led by such prominent Republicans as former Gov. Mike Leavitt, Hinckley Institute of Politics Director Kirk Jowers and Utah Jazz owner Gail Miller. But Democrats also have been heavy contributors to its political issues committee, Alliance for Good Government.”
November 11. 2013: “Robert Bennett: Both parties claim victories in changing landscapes” (Deseret News) “Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
November 10, 2013: “Author Malcolm Gladwell discusses his newest book” (Fox 13) ”Author Malcolm Gladwell spoke at the University of Utah this week, and he took some time to sit down with FOX 13 News as well.”
November 9, 2013: “Sen. Mike Lee in Iowa debut: Time to stop being ‘party of no’” (Deseret News) “Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’sHinckley Institute of Politics and a Republican, welcomed Lee’s talk of uniting the fractured party.”
November 8, 2013: “UT AG collects $100K from donors, lends self $50K” (The Spectrum) “Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, said the amount surprises him since he was just elected and is more than three years away from re-election campaign.”
November 8, 2013: “Swallow raking in campaign cash again, but it may help pay lawyers” (Salt Lake Tribune) “The amount Swallow has raised surprisedKirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
November 8, 2013: “Sen. Lee set as keynote speaker at tea party event” (KSL) “”He would potentially risk endearing himself to that group nationally, but not endearing himself to people in Utah,” said Kirk Jowers of the Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
November 8, 2013: Hinckley Institute Resident Scholar John Price was interviewed on Bloomberg Radio.
November 6, 2013: “Bob Bennett, Former Utah Senator” (KCPW) “The Hinckley Institute Radio Hour (Air date: Nov. 6, 2013) –Bob Bennett served 3-terms as a Republican U.S. Senator from Utah for 18 years. In 2010 he lost his bid for reelection to Tea Party-Republican Candidate Mike Lee.”
November 6, 2013: “Mitt Romney backs primaries over caucuses, conventions” (Salt Lake Tribune) “Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’sHinckley Institute of Politics and a founder of Count My Vote, said he’s not taking Romney’s comments as an endorsement, but added that the group welcomes them to the discussion.”
November 6, 2013: “Attorney General John Swallow didn’t delete emails to hide anything, lawyer says” (Deseret News) “Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, said the “whole story could be ‘it just looks bad.’”
November 6, 2013: “Malcolm Gladwell: David no underdog compared to Goliath” (Salt Lake Tribune) “Malcolm Gladwell spoke to a capacity crowd at Abravanel Hall Tuesday night, kicking off the inaugural Sam Rich Lecture Series hosted by the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah.”
November 6, 2013: “David And Goliath And Why Being A Loser Can Make You A Winner” (KUTV) “He’s talking about his latest book “David and Goliath” though he’s best known for his first book “Tipping Point.” He sat down early Tuesday at the Hinckley Institute of Politics for a lecture series and ended the night with a speech at Abravanel Hall.”
November 6, 2013: “Malcolm Gladwell” (KUTV) “The Hinckley Institute of Politics is thrilled to present Malcolm Gladwell as the inaugural Sam Rich Lecture. Gladwell is a celebrated author, and New Yorker staff writer. Dubbed by Time magazine as “one of the 100 most influential people,” Gladwell has written four phenomenally-successful bestsellers that have changed the way we think about our world and, in the case of his first book, The Tipping Point, our very vernacular.”
November 6, 2013: “A Conversation with Malcolm Gladwell” (KUER) “Wednesday, a conversation with celebrated author Malcolm Gladwell. Gladwell was in Utah as a guest of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, which gave us the chance to sit down with him.”
November 5, 2013: “Powell Pushing Dual-Track Path to Primary Ballot” (Utah Policy) “Kirk Jowers is director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. But he’s kept his position as a lawyer/lobbyist for a D.C. firm, and often travels to Washington on business for that firm.
November 5, 2013: “Malcolm Gladwell tells of the power of forgiveness” (Deseret News) “Malcom Gladwell was in Salt Lake Tuesday night, speaking at the inaugural Sam Rich Lecture Series, hosted by the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah.”
November 5, 2013: “Plans for tonight: Malcolm Gladwell, sold out” (Salt Lake Tribune) “Author and thinker Malcolm Gladwell will deliver a lecture at Abravanel Hall, 123 W. South Temple, Salt Lake City. The lecture starts at 8, and is sold out.”
November 5, 2013: “Gladwell discusses power of underdogs” (Daily Utah Chronicle) “Gladwell came as the guest of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, which brought him to Utah as the inaugural speaker for the Sam Rich Speaking Series at Abravanel Hall Tuesday evening.”
November 4, 2013: “Robert Bennett: Obamacare: the glitches will be fixed, the lies will not” (Deseret News) “Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
November 1, 2013: “Jon Huntsman Sr. says book’s Romney tax claim is ‘supermarket tabloid trash’” (Deseret News) “It’s the same rumor that surfaced in 2011 and 2012, and Jon Huntsman Sr. categorically denied it in 2012,” Kirk Jowers of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics said on KSL Newsradio Friday morning.”
November 1, 2013: “Book claims Huntsman Sr as source for controversial Romney tax rumors” (KSL) “Mitt Romney repeatedly denied the no taxes claim and a spokesman for Mitt Romney told KSL Friday, “Whoever the source was, the information was totally false.” Longtime Romney supporter Kirk Jowers, from the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, spoke about it live on KSL Newsradio Friday morning.”
November 1, 2013: “The Democratic Lies Keep Coming” (Beaufort Observer) “It’s the same rumor that surfaced in 2011 and 2012, and Jon Huntsman Sr. categorically denied it in 2012,” Kirk Jowers of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics said on KSL Newsradio Friday morning.”
November 2013: “Forum discusses future of Utah Energy” (Daily Utah Chronicle) “The Hinckley Institute of Politics held a forum Tuesday on the future of Utah’s energy, co-sponsored by the Office of Sustainability and the Environmental Studies Program.”
October 30, 2013: “News roundup: Columnist says Lee deserves a second chance” (Salt Lake Tribune) “Gov. Gary Herbert attends the Utah Water Summit and talks to Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
October 30, 2013: “Sim Gill, Salt Lake County District Attorney” (KCPW) “The Hinckley Institute Radio Hour (Air date: Oct. 30, 2013) – Sim Gill was elected as Salt Lake County’s District Attorney in 2010.”
October 28, 2013: “Bennett shares opinions on future” (Daily Utah Chronicle) “The Hinckley Caucus Room was overflowing with rows of students on Monday.They came to see former Sen. Bob Bennett (R-Utah) speak. Although the crowd was full of political science majors and political enthusiasts, many of the lecture’s attendees had ulterior motives — the seminar also offered extra credit and lunch.”
October 28, 2013: “Robert Bennett: A single worldview warps our perception” (Deseret News) “Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
October 21, 2013: “Robert Bennett: Washington dsn’t need a third party” (Deseret News) “Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
October 17, 2013: Senate panel recommends Cox for Lieutenant Governor” (The Pyramid) “Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politicsand an adviser to the governor, said he expects the confirmation to go smoothly. “He hasn’t had a lot of time on Capitol Hill to step on many ts, so I would assume that Senate confirmation would be a breeze,” Jowers said.”
October 17, 2013: “Utah delegates stand by their shutdown votes” (KSL) “The Hinckley Institute’s Kirk Jowers says Republicans are taking a big image hit as a result.”
October 17, 2013: Count My Vote initiative met with opposition at Provo hearing” (KSL) “At a Count My Vote public hearing Wednesday, backers hoping to change Utah’s current caucus and convention system to a direct primary election were met mainly with criticism and questions from audience members.”
October 16, 2013: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers was interviewed live on KSL regarding the government shutdown.
October 15, 2013: “Senate panel to consider Cox for Utah lieutenant gov.” (The Spectrum) “The confirmation is expected to go smoothly, said Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics and an adviser to the governor.”
October 15, 2013: “Senate panel recommends Cox for lieutenant gov.” (Timesunion.com) “Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics and an adviser to the governor, said he expects the confirmation to go smoothly.”
October 15, 2013: “Video of Dem goading Rep. Chaffetz on House floor gs viral” (KSL) ”The benefit, for Republicans, is that it gives them more control in this debate and their ability to dictate the terms,” said Hinckley Institute of Politics Director Kirk Jowers.”
October 14, 2013: “Robert Bennett: Republicans shoot themselves in the foot” (Deseret News) ”Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
October 13, 2013: “Tea Party Hypocrisy” (Huffington Post) “So it is no wonder Lee is losing support. Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’sHinckley Institute of Politics, told Time magazine, “Utahans expect effectiveness and efficiency and results out of their government, not ideological tantrums.” But Washington has devolved into nothing but ideological tantrums and trust in government is at an all-time low.”
October 11, 2013: “An Evening with Malcolm Gladwell” (FYI) “The Hinckley Institute of Politics is proud to announce the inaugural Sam Rich Lecture Series with celebrated author, and New Yorker staff writer, Malcolm Gladwell.”
October 10, 2013: “Mike Lee’s Favorability Drops In Utah, Voters Want Shutdown Compromise: Poll” (KSL) “Utahns are conservative but pragmatic,” Kirk Jowers, the head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, told Deseret News. “Utahns expect effectiveness and efficiency and results out of their government, not ideological tantrums.”
October 10, 2013: “Lt. gov. pick sheds no light on Herbert’s possible re-election plans” (KSL) “I don’t think the pick necessarily telegraphs Gov. Herbert’s intentions one way or the other,” said Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and an adviser to the governor.”
October 10, 2013: “Rolly: Carl Wimmer gs from Mormon to evangelical” (Salt Lake Tribune) “He trashed leaders of the Nevada Republican Party during a news conference at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics after he learned they had no intention of making him their political director after he had been led to believe he had the job.”
October 9, 2013: “Students intern at ‘Colbert Report’” (Daily Utah Chronicle) “U students studying in the Hinckley Institute of Politics have the opportunity to intern for “The Colbert Report,” the popular political-themed show hosted by Stephen Colbert on Comedy Central.”
October 9, 2013: “Gov. Herbert’s re-election plans still unclear after lieutenant governor pick” (Deseret News) “I don’t think the pick necessarily telegraphs Gov. Herbert’s intentions one way or the other,” said Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and an adviser to the governor.”
October 7, 2013: “Pride Week hosts events for LGBT community” (Daily Utah Chronicle) “Tuesday there will be a discussion at the Hinckley Institute of Politics about “two-spirit” individuals. Some American Indian communities believe that a body can be inhabited by two souls of different genders.”
October 7, 2013: “Early Hints of Shutdown Backlash in . . . Utah?” (TIME) ““Utahns are conservative but pragmatic,” said Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. “Utahns expect effectiveness and efficiency and results out of their government, not ideological tantrums.”
October 7, 2013: “Potential lieutenant governor appointments, and their odds” (Deseret News) “Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers is a close confidant of Herbert but as a player with the “Count My Vote” initiative, may be temporarily sidelined (35:1).”
October 7, 2013: “Robert Bennett: Raising the debt limit is necessary” (Deseret News) “Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
October 4, 2013: “Utahns against gov’t shutdown, poll says” (KSL) “Utahns are conservative but pragmatic,” said Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. “Utahns expect effectiveness and efficiency and results out of their government, not ideological tantrums.”
October 4, 2013: “New poll finds Utahns don’t believe Obamacare fight worth shutting down government” (Deseret News) “Utahns are conservative but pragmatic,” said Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. “Utahns expect effectiveness and efficiency and results out of their government, not ideological tantrums.”
October 3, 2013: “Al-Shabaab’s Continued Security Threat in the Horn of Africa” (International Policy Digest) “John Price is a former U.S. ambassador to Comoros, Mauritius and the Seychelles islands. He currently serves as a resident scholar at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. He is the author of “When the White House Calls” and regularly writes commentaries on Africa and the Arabian Peninsula.”
October 3, 2013: “3 reasons the Tea Party has so much influence” (KSL) “But now, so many things have been added on to it, and kind of the rigidity of getting that, has made it almost impossible to get deals done,” says Kirk Jowers with the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah. “It’s burn the village unless you do it our way.”
October 2, 2013: “‘Count My Vote’ Makes Their Case on How to Boost Voter Participation” (Utah Policy) “And along that line, Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah Hinckley Institute of Politics and board member of Count My Vote, said that between he, former GOP Gov. Mike Leavitt and CMV’s main organizer, Rich McKeown, they had spoken to more than 30 legislators who, while publicly declining to support the initiative, privately told them it was critical that it pass.”
September 30, 2013: “Campus Dems, Reps talk national debt” (Daily Utah Chronicle) “The Can Kicks Back hosted a gathering at the Hinckley Institute of Politics on Monday trying to bring the College Republicans of the University of Utah and the College Democrats of the University of Utah together to gather ideas on how to reduce the national debt.”
September 30, 2013: “Robert Bennett: I’ve seen this movie before” (Deseret News) “Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
September 27, 2013: “Fordham Debate to Ask Whether Remaining the World’s Sole Superpower is in Nation’s Best Interest” (Law Today) “Moderator Kirk L. Jowers is the Director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and Federal Relations. He also is an Associate Professor and the 2007 recipient of the University of Utah’s Par Excellence Award.”
September 27, 2013: “Debt ceiling debate highlights dysfunction, distrust in Washington” (KSL) “Of course, we aren’t solving problems that need to be solved, like immigration, we’re leaving that undone. But number two, the cynicism of our citizens has reached epic proportions,” said Kirk Jowers, executive director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
September 27, 2013: “Utah awaits possible federal shutdown” (Deseret News) “Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, said what’s seen as dysfunction in Congress is taking a toll.”
September 25, 2013: “ASUU and Hinckley sponsor council to educate on evolving health care system” (Daily Utah Chronicle) “ASUU’S Student Advocacy Board joined up with the Hinckley Institute of Politics to sponsor a forum to help students understand and navigate the post-Affordable Care Act world of health insurance.”
September 23, 2013: “Robert Bennett: Considerations on ‘Count My Vote’” (Deseret News) “Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
September 22, 2013: “Frank Pignanelli & LaVarr Webb: Potential lieutenant governor appointments, and their odds” (Deseret News) “Hinckley InstituteDirector Kirk Jowers is a close confidant of Herbert but as a player with the “Count My Vote” initiative, may be temporarily sidelined (35:1).”
September 22, 2013: “Matheson bucks Dems, votes vs. health care law” (Daily Herald) “I think fighting Obamacare in its extreme form is a losing cause for Republicans because they’ve lost so many times on it, including in the Supreme Court,” Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, told the Deseret News.”
September 20, 2013: “Utah congressmen vote to defund Obamacare” (Deseret News) “I think fighting Obamacare in its extreme form is a losing cause for Republicans because they’ve lost so many times on it, including in the Supreme Court,” said Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
September 20, 2013: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers was interviewed live on KSL regarding Obamacare.
September 18, 2013: “Hinckley Institute honors Jowers” (Daily Utah Chronicle) “The Hinckley Institute of Politics unveiled a portrait of their director, Kirk Jowers, in the Hinckley Caucus Room Wednesday.”
September 18, 2013: Count My Vote launches initiative to change Utah’s primary elections (Deseret News) “Former Gov. Mike Leavitt and other supporters of the Count My Vote initiative filed the paperwork to begin collecting the nearly 102,000 signatures needed from voters around the state to put the issue on the November 2014 ballot.”
September 18, 2013: Count My Vote starts drive to replace Utah’s election system (KSL) “An initiative petition drive that would replace the state’s unique caucus and convention system for selecting political party nominees was launched Wednesday at the state Capitol.”
September 18, 2013: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers was interviewed live on Doug Wright regarding Count My Vote.
September 18, 2013: Count My Vote launches effort for direct Utah primaries (Salt Lake Tribune) “Organizers of the Count My Vote movement filed paperwork with the lieutenant governor’s office Wednesday, officially launching their bid to replace Utah’s system of nominating candidates with a direct primary system.”
September 17, 2013: “Obama to Assad: Weapons Cache must be Verifiable” (International Policy Digest) “John Price is a former U.S. ambassador to Comoros, Mauritius and the Seychelles islands. He currently serves as a resident scholar at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. He is the author of “When the White House Calls” and regularly writes commentaries on Africa and the Arabian Peninsula.”
September 16, 2013: “Robert Bennett: The U.S. has suffered humiliation before” (Deseret News) “Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.
September 13, 2013: Mike Leavitt, Norma Matheson join Gail Miller as co-chairs of Count My Vote initiative (Deseret News) “Former Gov. Mike Leavitt and former Utah first lady Norma Matheson were named co-chairs Friday of the ‘Count My Vote’ initiative petition drive.”
September 13, 2013: Matheson and Leavitt to serve as Count My Vote co-chairs (Salt Lake Tribune) “Organizers of the Count My Vote named two more prominent Utahns Friday as co-chairs of its election reform initiative — former First Lad
September 11, 2013: “Buhler delivers grad rate cure-all” (Daily Utah Chronicle) “Buhler spoke at a Hinckley Forum yesterday about the state goal to increase the number of resident graduates in the state to 66 percent by 2020.”
September 9, 2013: “Robert Bennett: Important questions surrounding a potential U.S. attack on Syria” (Deseret News) “Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
September 9, 2013: “John Price is a former U.S. ambassador to Comoros, Mauritius and the Seychelles islands. He currently serves as a resident scholar at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. He is the author of “When the White House Calls” and regularly writes commentaries on Africa and the Arabian Peninsula.”
September 8, 2013: “Frank Pignanelli & LaVarr Webb: Who might run in the next few election cycles?” (Deseret News) “Kirk Jowers, a media favorite and director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics is always fun to watch as he maneuvers for the right opportunity. He has staked out a strong position against the caucus/convention system. If there are no changes he is doomed, but if the state gs to a direct primary he could be a contender.”
September 6, 2013: Video: Bernick and Schott on Politics – Episode #158 (Utah Policy) ”Utah unveils their new school grading system, Luz Robles decides to run for Congress and the “Count My Vote” group raises more than $500,000 to get on the ballot.”
September 6, 2013: “Video: Bernick and Schott on Politics – Episode #158″ (Utah Policy) “Utah unveils their new school grading system, Luz Robles decides to run for Congress and the “Count My Vote” group raises more than $500,000 to get on the ballot.”
September 5, 2013: “State Sen. Luz Robles challenging GOP Congressman Chris Stewart” (Deseret News) “Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’sHinckley Institute of Politics, said Stewart “has done a good job at being a solid member of Congress without giving people any reason to vote against him.”
September 4, 2013: Count My Vote Averages $21K Per Donation (Utah Political Capitol) ”False bios of actual Count My Vote supporters such as former Utah Governor, Michael Leavitt, University of Utah Political Science Director, Kirk Jowers.”
September 3, 2013: “Utah election reform group awash in donations” (Salt Lake Tribune) “The Count My Vote drive” spearheaded by former governor and U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services Mike Leavitt, his longtime chief of staff Rich McKeown and Kirk Jowers of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics” is looking to expand voter participation in elections by overhauling Utah’s unique method of choosing political candidates”
September 3, 2013: “Count My Vote initiative raises more than $500,000″ (Deseret News) “Count My Vote, the group behind an initiative petition drive to change Utah’s unique system for selecting political party nominees, reported contributions Tuesday of more than $500,000.”
September 2, 2013: “Robert Bennett: Congress is needed in Syria decision” (Deseret News) “Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
September 1, 2013: “Frank Pignanelli & LaVarr Webb: Some newspaper headlines you’ll never see published” (Deseret News) “Hinckley Institute director confesses to not having an opinion ” Jowers totally speechless when asked by TV reporter, ‘Why did the chicken cross the road?’”
August 29, 2013: “Ballot effort to reform Utah elections is a ˜Go’” (Salt Lake Tribune) “The group was formed by former governor and Health and Human Services Secretary Mike Leavitt; McKeown, who served as Leavitt’s chief of staff; and Kirk Jowers, who is director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah.”
August 30, 2013: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers was interviewed live on KSL with Doug Wright regarding Count My Vote naming Gail Miller as a co-chair.
August 30, 2013: “Mali’s Recovery is Dependent on International Aid” (International Policy Digest) “John Price is a former U.S. ambassador to Comoros, Mauritius and the Seychelles islands. He currently serves as a resident scholar at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. He is the author of When the White House Calls, and regularly writes commentaries on Africa and the Arabian Peninsula.”
August 26, 2013: “Robert Bennett: Getting a government of compromise” (Deseret News) “Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
August 19, 2013: “Mali’s Road Ahead” (International Policy Digest) ”John Price is a former U.S. ambassador to Comoros, Mauritius and the Seychelles islands. He currently serves as a resident scholar at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. He is the author of ”When the White House Calls and regularly writes commentaries on Africa and the Arabian Peninsula.”
August 19, 2013: “Robert Bennett: Congress should reclaim its powers” (Deseret News) “Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
August 15, 2013: “GOP poll finds Republicans would fare worst in government shutdown” (Salt Lake Tribune) “‘The poll shows what you would intuitively think. Tea partyers and conservatives out there may cheer and more financially support taking drastic action on this but the moderate Republicans and independents and, of course, Democrats will hold Republicans responsible for the shutdown,’ says Kirk Jowers, the head of the University of Utah’sHinckley Institute of Politics.”
August 15, 2013: “Al Qaeda Still has some Life” (International Policy Digest) “John Price is a former U.S. ambassador to Comoros, Mauritius and the Seychelles islands. He currently serves as a resident scholar at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. He is the author of When the White House Calls, and regularly writes commentaries on Africa and the Arabian Peninsula.”
August 13, 2013: “PRICE: U.S. Embassies ” the first line of defense” (Washington Times) “John Price is a former U.S. ambassador to Comoros, Mauritius and the Seychelles islands. He currently serves as a resident scholar at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. He is the author of “When the White House Calls”, and regularly writes commentaries on Africa and the Arabian Peninsula.”
August 12, 2013: “Robert Bennett: Why the U.S. still needs newspapers” (Deseret News) “Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
August 8, 2013: “Dan Simons, candidate for MT. Pleasant mayor” (The Pyramid) “A professor at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politicssaid, “Elected officials end up working 80 hours between their public and private jobs.” Simons said he is the only candidate who has the time and experience to serve as mayor.”
August 6, 2013: “Post-Benghazi, U.S. Embassies are Still Vulnerable” (International Policy Digest) “John Price is a former U.S. ambassador to Comoros, Mauritius and the Seychelles islands. He currently serves as a resident scholar at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. He is the author of When the White House Calls, and regularly writes commentaries on Africa and the Arabian Peninsula.”
August 5, 2013: “Robert Bennett: Democracy fell along with Detroit” (Deseret News) “Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
Augsut 2, 2013: “Results for Mali’s First Round Elections” (International Policy Digest) “John Price is a former U.S. ambassador to Comoros, Mauritius and the Seychelles islands. He currently serves as a resident scholar at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. He is the author of When the White House Calls, and regularly writes commentaries on Africa and the Arabian Peninsula.”
July 30, 2013: “Mali’s ˜Old Guard’ Set to Win” (International Policy Digest) “John Price is a former U.S. ambassador to Comoros, Mauritius and the Seychelles islands. He currently serves as a resident scholar at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. He is the author of When the White House Calls, and regularly writes commentaries on Africa and the Arabian Peninsula.”
July 29, 2013: “Robert Bennett: Do not dismiss ‘style’ in politics” (Deseret News) ”Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
July 26, 2013: “Group backing ballot change to Utah caucus system raises $70,000″ (Salt Lake Tribune) ”The Count My Vote group is organized by former Gov. Mike Leavitt, McKeown, who was Leavitt’s chief of staff, and Kirk Jowers, the director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah.”
July 25, 2013: “Lockhart replaces Swallow committee head to avoid conflict” (Deseret News) ”Some of the firms outside the state have Utah ties, including Caplin & Drysdale in Washington, D.C., which lists University of Utah Hinckley Institute of Politics executive director Kirk Jowers among its lawyers. Several have considerable experience in the political arena.”
July 25, 2013: “How to Sound Smart About Utah Politics – Thursday Edition (Deseret News) ”Tonight the Hinckley Institute of Politics hosts a televised town hall meeting on how Obamacare will affect Utah [Tribune].”
July 25, 2013: “News roundup: HW Bush shaves his head to support child” (Salt Lake Tribune) ”A healthcare town hall meeting at the Hinckley Institute of Politics featuring a panel of state policy leaders, experts and healthcare advocates, aims to answer residents’ questions about the Affordable Care Act. [Trib]“
July 25, 2013: “Town hall held for Utahns curious about Affordable Care Act” (Salt Lake Tribune) ”Supported by KUTV Ch. 2 and The Salt Lake Tribune, the free town hall was hosted by KUTV’s Rod Decker at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. It also aired live on KUTV.”
July 24, 2013: “Count My Vote initiative leader: ‘There’s nothing that will stop us’” (Deseret News) “The effort by Count My Vote, which includes former Gov. Mike Leavitt; political consultant LaVarr Webb, who writes a column for the Deseret News; and University of Utah Hinckley Institute of Politics headKirk Jowers, began in 2009.”
July 24, 2013: “Town hall meeting seeks to answer Affordable Care Act questions” (Salt Lake Tribune) “But health insurance remains out of reach, and Kristen Hodges now wants to know how implementation of the Affordable Care Act in January will help her family. She’ll bring her questions ” Will they qualify for Medicaid? What about a tax credit for private insurance? ” to a Thursday night health care town hall meeting at the Hinckley Institute of Politics on the University of Utah campus. The forum is free and open to the public.”
July 24, 2013: “PRICE: Mali’s presidential election” (Washington Times) “John Price is a former U.S. ambassador to Comoros, Mauritius and the Seychelles islands. He currently serves as a resident scholar at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. He is the author of When the White House Calls, and regularly writes commentaries on Africa and the Arabian Peninsula.”
July 23, 2013: “Mormon Malian presidential candidate becomes modern pioneer” (KSL) “Kirk L. Jowers is the University of Utah’s Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics and is a partner in the Washington, D.C. law firm of Caplin & Drysdale.”
July 22, 2013: “Group backing ballot change to caucus system begins raising money” (Salt Lake Tribune) “The Count My Vote group is led by former governor and Cabinet secretary Mike Leavitt; McKeown; University of Utah political scientist Kirk Jowers; and others. It has expressed concern that the current system of letting a relatively small group of delegates pick nominees at a state convention results in candidates representing the fringes of both parties, leaving mainstream Utahns under-represented and driving down election turnout.”
July 22, 2013: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers was interviewed live on KSL with Doug Wright regarding the efforts to move the 2014 Utah primary election to July, August, or September and his moderating the Utah State Bar discussion with United States Supreme Court Justice Antonin Scalia.”
July 22, 2013: “Robert Bennett: $700 billion deficit is not good news” (Deseret News) “Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
July 18, 2013: “Attorney General John Swallow investigative committee faces daunting job” (Deseret News) “This committee has a monumentally difficult job ahead of it. It has to balance public expectations with considerations of justice. It has to balance the public interest and the Legislature’s responsibility,” said Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
July 18, 2013: “Matheson says No Labels a way to get work done in Congress” (Deseret News) “In Matheson’s case, though, steering away from his party “absolutely” helps him with Utah voters, said Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
July 16, 2013: “Utah House’s Swallow panel to walk fine line on openness” (Salt Lake Tribune) “It’s incredibly unusual and very difficult,” said Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. “It brings up the perfect conundrum, because you have an investigation done expressly for the public trust, but it sits in contrast with all of these private investigations which are in the name of justice ¦ and sometimes they aren’t completely compatible.”
July 15, 2013: “Robert Bennett: ACA delay sign of poor management” (Deseret News) “Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
July 15, 2013: “Love raises $475K for Matheson rematch in 2014″ (Miami Herald) “The Matheson-Love rematch will be one of the most competitive of all 435 House races next year, and in Utah, it will be the race to watch, said Tim Chambless, a professor at the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah.”
July 13, 2013: “Limiting money in Utah politics” (Salt Lake Tribune) “Please contact your legislator and attend the meeting to support our proposal to put into law the campaign contribution limits from the Governor’s Commission on Strengthening Democracy.“
July 12, 2013: “Bob Bernick’s Notebook: Media Matters” (Utah Policy.com) “Finally, in one of the last appearances I made at the University of Utah’sHinckley Institute of Politics forums, for some reason several students started badgering me on how biased the Deseret News was in its political reporting.”
July 11, 2013: “Mitt Romney raising money for N.H. GOP, but is he returning to political life?” (Deseret News) “Longtime Romney supporter Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, noted Romney’s participation with the GOP is at the grass-roots level, rather than at a high-profile event.”
July 10, 2013: “PRICE: Obama’s miscues in Egypt” (Washington Times) “John Price is a former U.S. ambassador to Comoros, Mauritius and the Seychelles islands. He currently serves as a resident scholar at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. He is the author of When the White House Calls, and regularly writes commentaries on Africa and the Arabian Peninsula.”
July 10, 2013: “John Price, former U.S. ambassador to Comoros, Mauritius and the Seychelles islands and resident scholar at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics was interviewed on Republicans International Radio.
July 10, 2013: “Candidates for mayor, city council can be scarce in small Utah towns” (Salt Lake Tribune) “The drawbacks of local politics could be discouraging would-be candidates, according to Tim Chambless, a professor at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
July 8, 2013: “The easy part of immigration reform is over” (The Republic) “”It is the definition of a difficult vote,” said Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah. ‘The House members are thinking, ‘It is probably in my own self-interest if I vote no, but probably against my party’s and my country’s self-interest if I vote no.”
July 8, 2013: “Robert Bennett: NSA key to protecting U.S. interests” (Deseret News) “Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
July 7, 2013: “Immigration reform: The easy part is over ” Now it’s the House’s turn” (Salt Lake Tribune) “˜It is the definition of a difficult vote,’ said Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah. ˜The House members are thinking, ˜It is probably in my own self-interest if I vote no, but probably against my party’s and my country’s self-interest if I vote no.” Jowers said he has ˜evolved’ to believe that ˜an imperfect solution is better than what we have now, and the Senate bill is an imperfect solution.’”
July 2, 2013: “Utah House set to create panel to investigate Attorney General John Swallow” (Deseret News) “The pros begin with the public really wanting something to get done here,” said Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah Hinckley Institute of Politics. “I think the House has felt a fair amount of pressure to get started on some sort of investigation.”
July 2, 2013: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers was interviewed by on KSL Radio regarding new campaign finance laws that are popping up in states around the nation in response to the threat of Super PACs.
July 1, 2013: “PRICE: Obama missing chance to promote trade in Africa” (Washington Times) “John Price is a former U.S. ambassador to Comoros, Mauritius and the Seychelles islands. He currently serves as a resident scholar at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. He is the author of When the White House Calls, and regularly writes commentaries on Africa and the Arabian Peninsula.”
July 1, 2013: “Robert Bennett: Having faith in America’s future” (Deseret News) “Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
June 30, 2013: “Rolly: Former Sen. Bennett says tea party spells doom for GOP” (Salt Lake Tribune) “Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
June 30, 2013: “PRICE: Mali elections need to be free, fair and transparent” (Washington Times) “John Price is a former U.S. ambassador to Comoros, Mauritius and the Seychelles islands. He currently serves as a resident scholar at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. He is the author of When the White House Calls, and regularly writes commentaries on Africa and the Arabian Peninsula.”
June 28, 2013: “Bennett speaks his mind about Mike Lee” (Salt Lake Tribune) “Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
June 24, 2013: “Robert Bennett: Resolving Utah’s wilderness conflict” (Deseret News) ”Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
June 23, 2013: “PRICE: Africans question purpose of Obama’s visit” (Washington Times) “John Price is a former U.S. ambassador to Comoros, Mauritius and the Seychelles islands. He currently serves as a resident scholar at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. He is the author of When the White House Calls, and regularly writes commentaries on Africa and the Arabian Peninsula.”
June 19, 2013: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers was interviewed live in studio on Fox 13′s Good Day Utah regarding U.S. and Utah politics and an update on the Attorney General Swallow developments.
June 17, 2013: “Majority of Utah voters want Swallow impeached, poll shows” (KSL) “Kirk Jowers, the director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, said lawmakers must decide if they want to start their own investigation or wait until the current local and federal investigations wrap up.”
June 17, 2013: “Robert Bennett: Sticking to facts is effective criticism” (Deseret News) “Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
June 16, 2013: “PRICE: Readying outpost in Djibouti for ˜rapid response’” (Washington Times)“John Price is a former U.S. ambassador to Comoros, Mauritius and the Seychelles islands. He currently serves as a resident scholar at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. He is the author of When the White House Calls, and regularly writes commentaries on Africa and the Arabian Peninsula.”
June 12, 2013: “Price: French president says Mali rebels will not mar July elections” (Washington Times) “John Price is a former U.S. ambassador to Comoros, Mauritius and the Seychelles islands. He currently serves as a resident scholar at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. He is the author of When the White House Calls, and regularly writes commentaries on Africa and the Arabian Peninsula.”
June, 13, 2013: “Mia Love to take another crack at unseating Jim Matheson” (Politico) “Republicans are always trying to put Matheson into a partisan box, said Kirk Jowers, a longtime Romney friend and director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah. The problem is that people know Matheson, they like his dad, they like his record, and Matheson ds amazing gymnastics to ensure he can’t easily be put into a box.
June 10, 2013: “PRICE: Nigeria needs help with Islamists, not Kerry lecture” (Washington Times) “John Price is a former U.S. ambassador to Comoros, Mauritius and the Seychelles islands. He currently serves as a resident scholar at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. He is the author of When the White House Calls, and regularly writes commentaries on Africa and the Arabian Peninsula.”
June 10, 2013: “Robert Bennett: Abandoning capitalism a bad choice” (Deseret News) “Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
June 10, 2013: “Real Women Run Offers Training Wvent for Female Candidates and Female Campaign Staff” (Utahpulse.com) “The Hinckley Institute’smission is to promote citizen involvement in government “ our mission is not being fulfilled if half of the population isn’t fully engaging in the political process. Hinckley Institute Founder Robert H. Hinckley said, ˜Making up your mind to begin the battle is half the game; nerve to stick to the finish is the other half.’ The Real Women Run initiative is here to first empower Utah women to want to be politically active and then give them the tools and confidence to make it happen, said Lindsay Zizumbo, Program Manager, Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
June 9, 2013: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers was interviewed by on KSL Radio regarding whether Attorney General John Swallow should resign.
June 8, 2013: “Rolly: Lack of women in politics has real consequences” (Salt Lake Tribune) “The third annual “Realwomenrun” training seminar for female political candidates next Saturday at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics highlights some telling statistics.”
June 8, 2013: Hinckley Institute State and National Program Manager Lindsay Zizumbo was interviewed by on Red Meat Radio regarding the upcoming Real Women Run Training on June 15.
June 6, 2013: “Republican group pushes initiative on caususes” (Standard.net) “The measure would push the Beehive State to a primary ballot with signatures instead of the caucus system, where convention nominations are initiated. The group is headed by Rich McKeown and includes Kirk Jowers of the Hinckley School of Politics from the University of Utah. Jowers is a resident of North Salt Lake.
June 6, 2013: “News roundup: Can you hear me now? NSA snatches U.S. phone records” (Salt Lake Tribune) “Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, joined the voices calling for Swallow’s resignation. [Fox13]“
June 5, 2013: “Romney’s son won’t rule out Utah run for office” (KSL) “Romney toyed with running against Matheson in 2008 and later for lieutenant governor on a ticket with Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, but has yet to make a bid for elected office.
June 5, 2013: “Josh Romney not ruling out run for office in Utah” (Deseret News) “Romney toyed with running against Matheson in 2008 and later for lieutenant governor on a ticket with Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, but has yet to make a bid for elected office.”
June 5, 2013: “Political expert says Swallow ˜probably should step down’” (Fox 13) “Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, visited Good Day Utah to talk about allegations against Utah Attorney John Swallow, as well as Mitt Romney’s Utah political retreat.”
June 5, 2013: “Romney’s son won’t rule out Utah run for office” (KSL) ”Romney toyed with running against Matheson in 2008 and later for lieutenant governor on a ticket with Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, but has yet to make a bid for elected office.”
June 5, 2013: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers was interviewed live on KSL with Doug Wright discussing the Romney Retreat in Deer Valley and the next steps for caucus convention reform.
June 5, 2013: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers was interviewed live in studio on Fox 13′s Good Day Utah regarding the Romney Retreat in Deer Valley and the Attorney General Swallow developments.
June 4, 2013: Hinckley Institute Kirk Jowers was interviewed by reporter Leslie Thatcher on KPCW 91.9 FM, Park City, UT re: Mitt Romney’s visit to Park City this week.
June 3, 2013: “Romney in Park City for retreat” (Fox 13) “Kirk Jowers, director of Hinckley Institute of Politics, said he thinks those present will mainly focus on economic issues and the federal deficit. He said the discussions may have life beyond the event.”
June 3, 2013: “Potential White House hopefuls to join Romney in Utah this week” (Salt Lake Tribune) “Kirk Jowers, a longtime Mitt Romney friend and head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, says Americans may not have chosen Romney for the White House but polls showed he won over voters on economic matters.”
June 3, 2013; “Robert Bennett: Utah could learn from California” (Deseret News) ”Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
June 1. 2013: “GOP contenders for 2016 vying for attention at Romney retreat” (Deseret News) “For the Republicans considering a run for the White House, the gathering is an opportunity to stand out, said longtime Romney supporter Kirk Jowers, the head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
June 1, 2013: “Military Strikes on Iran Would Trigger Humanitarian Catastrophe” (“Iran News and Middle East Reports) “The article entitled Iran strike won’t lead to civilian disaster (Yaakov Lappin, June 1, 2013) was riddled with inaccuracies and misrepresentations of our study, The Ayatollah’s Nuclear Gamble: The Human Cost of Military Strikes against Iran’s Nuclear Facilities. Had Lappin contacted our organization (which he did not), we would have been glad to correct the many distortions allegedly attributed to Dr. Ephraim Asculai’s paper which served as the basis for Lappin’s article (his article ds not provide a link to the paper).”
June 2013: “The Turkey Alumni Club is U’s seventh international group.” (Alumni Connection) “Turkish alumni of the U number about 60, and some 20 students from Turkey were enrolled this fall. Following a March alumni reception in Ankara, Turkey, attended by Hinckley Institute of Politics DirectorKirk Jowers, a group of alumni has been working with the U’s Hinckley Institute to establish international internships to send University students to Turkey to work in business or government.”
May 31, 2013: “Romney re-emerges into political arena; first appearance set for Utah” (KSL) “Romney confidante and head of the Hinckley Institute of Politics Kirk Jowers says the topics will likely include the economy and federal deficit.”
May 30, 2013: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers was interviewed by reporter Andrew Adams on KSL Radio regarding the Romney Readiness Project 2012: Retrospective and Lessons Learned.
May 28, 2013: “PRICE: U.S. unwisely ignores sub-Saharan Africa” (Washington Times) “John Price is a former U.S. ambassador to Comoros, Mauritius and the Seychelles islands. He currently serves as a resident scholar at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. He is the author of When the White House Calls, and regularly writes commentaries on Africa and the Arabian Peninsula.”
May 27, 2013: “Robert Bennett: Incompetence is not a good defense or a reassuring strategy” (Deseret News) “Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
May 24, 2013: “‘Count My Vote’ group aims to change GOP caucus system” (KSL) “‘Every other state has reformed in some way to make it more responsive to technology that has developed since 1890, and more amenable to people participating,” said Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah.
May 22, 2013: “John Swallow corporate donors fail to report contributions” (Fox 13) “The director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, Kirk Jowers, also says the combination of a prosecutor running for statewide office with no donation limits creates too much opportunity for abuse.”
May 20, 2013: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers was interviewed live on KSL with Doug Wright discussing the Republican convention and next steps for reform.
May 20, 2013: “Robert Bennett: With public trust waning, Swallow needs administrative leave” (Deseret News) “Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
May 19, 2013: “Sunday Edition: West Valley police, John Swallow, and Utah’s caucus” (KSL) “We took a closer look at the implications of the Attorney General’s situation with Kirk Jowers, of the Hinckley institute of politics, and Dennis Romboy of the Deseret News, who have been investigating each of the allegations.”
May 17, 2013: “Utah Group Pushing For Changes To Caucus System” (KUTV) “Hinckley Institute of Politics Director Kirk Jowers notes that We’re the only state that has a deciding election which is at one place at one time, which of course is problematic.
May 16, 2013: “Syria’s civil war is deja vu of regime change in Libya” (Washington Times) “John Price is a former U.S. ambassador to Comoros, Mauritius and the Seychelles islands. He currently serves as a resident scholar at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. He is the author of When the White House Calls, and regularly writes commentaries on Africa and the Arabian Peninsula.”
May 15, 2013: “Mitt Romney to live in Utah ” at least some of the time” (Deseret News) ”Another longtime Romney friend and supporter, Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, also ruled out a political future in Utah for the 2012 GOP presidential nominee.”
May 13, 2013: “Lost respect for Heritage Foundation” (Deseret News) “Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
May 13, 2013: “State lawmakers likely to discuss Attorney General John Swallow’s troubles” (Deseret News) “For a long time it was an easy answer of, ‘We’re going to wait and see what the feds do on this investigation,’” said Kirk Jowers, head of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah.”
May 13, 2013: John Price - resident scholar at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. was interviewed on AM 970: The Answerregarding Benghazi hearings and the situation in Syria.
May 13, 2013: “Lawmakers to add Swallow investigation to interim meeting talks” (KSL) “Kirk Jowers, with the Hinckley Institute of Politics, said true or not, the allegations are crippling to the state’s top cop.”
May 13, 2013: “State Department ˜must protect’ diplomats ” and didn’t” (Washington Times) “John Price is a former U.S. ambassador to Comoros, Mauritius and the Seychelles islands. He currently serves as a resident scholar at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. He is the author of When the White House Calls, and regularly writes commentaries on Africa and the Arabian Peninsula.”
May 11, 2013: “Challenge to caucus system to dominate state GOP convention” (Deseret News) “Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, has been talking for years about the link between the caucus and convention system and the state’s low voter turnout.”
May 9, 2013: “Romney Hosting Economic Summit In Park City” (KUTV) “University of Utah’s Kirk Jowers of the Hinckley Institute of Politics says Christie was the biggest shocker for him on the featured guest list at the upcoming Romney Summit, saying, Christie was the most hated person of all beyond President Obama or any of the other outside groups¦ he turned the election by embracing Obama so close to the election.
May 8. 2013: “Rep. Jason Chaffetz front and center in Benghazi hearings” (Deseret News) “Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, said Chaffetz clearly has a role to play in an inquiry into the Benghazi events as a member of the oversight committee.”
May 2, 2013: “Ancient art in Somaliland in diplomatic limbo” (Ambassadorjohnprice.com) “John Price is a former U.S. ambassador to Comoros, Mauritius and the Seychelles islands. He currently serves as a resident scholar at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. He is the author of When the White House Calls, and regularly writes commentaries on Africa and the Arabian Peninsula.”
April 30, 2013: “Peg McEntee: Casting my vote against Utah’s caucus system” (Salt Lake Tribune) “This month, a group called Count My Vote, which includes the likes of former Gov. Mike Leavitt and University of Utah political science professor Kirk Jowers, tried to persuade the Republican State Central Committee to make a few concessions.”
April 29, 2013: “Robert Bennett: Cool off the global warming debate” (Deseret News) “Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
April 28, 2013: “Romney set for Utah retreat” (The Durango Herald) “Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, told The Deseret News that Romney’s event shows he’s willing to play a role in the future of the Republican Party, but the bipartisan guest list dsn’t mean he’s trying to make the party more moderate.”
April 26, 2013: “Democrats to speak at Romney retreat in Deer Valley” (Deseret News) “Longtime Romney supporter Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, said Romney’s choice of speakers dsn’t mean he’s trying to steer the GOP in a more moderate direction.”
April 26, 2013: “Matheson letter confronts Congress over Obamacare” (KSL) “This is the type of expression that will anger leadership of both parties, but it will be received quite well in Utah, especially in the 4th District where he won with barely 1,000 votes,” said Tim Chambless, associate professor at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
April 23, 2013: “PRICE: U.S. terrorist threat growing with new breed of jihadists” (Washington Times) “John Price is a former U.S. ambassador to Comoros, Mauritius and the Seychelles islands. He currently serves as a resident scholar at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. He is the author of When the White House Calls, and regularly writes commentaries on Africa and the Arabian Peninsula.”
April 22, 2013: “Will Changes Come to Utah’s Nominating Process?” (Utah Policy.com) “What is not fine is having political bullies like LaVar Webb, Dave Hansen, Mike Leavitt, and Kirk Jowers blackmailing the fine volunteers that give of their time to try to make the best decisions they can for the Party.”
April 22, 2013: “Utah’s Mia Love sounding like a House candidate in 2014″ (GOPUSA.com) “But Mr. Matheson, who began his seventh term in Congress in January, has shown himself to be an incredibly tough out, said Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah.”
April 21, 2013: “PRICE: Mali elections may be in trouble, if French troops leave” (Washington Times) “John Price is a former U.S. ambassador to Comoros, Mauritius and the Seychelles islands. He currently serves as a resident scholar at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. He is the author of When the White House Calls, and regularly writes commentaries on Africa and the Arabian Peninsula.”
April 18. 2013; “Herbert supports change to caucus convention system” (Daily Herald) “Mike Leavitt and Kirk Jowers have been pushing for changes to the system as they argue it leaves voters who aren’t delegates out of the process of selecting the party’s nominee.”
April 18, 2013: “Iran’s bombs not as dangerous as its nuclear plants” (Deseret News) “He also made a name for himself recently by publishing a report that used science and best evidence to put a human toll on the costs of a U.S. military strike on Iran. Titled, The Ayatollah’s Nuclear Gamble, the report was featured in this column as well as by Time Magazine, the New York Times and several prominent foreign publications.”
April 18, 2013: “Perspectives: Tricking voters into giving up their voice” (StGeorgeUtah.com) “Notable figures like former governor Mike Leavitt and University of Utah’s Kirk Jowers are stumping for sweeping changes. They’d like to see the threshold raised from 60 to 70 percent support at convention for a candidate to claim the party’s nomination. They also wish to see those who aren’t delegates having a greater say in choosing candidates.”
April 18, 2013: “Somalia’s Future Depends on Educating its Youth” (International Policy Digest) “John Price is a former U.S. ambassador to Comoros, Mauritius and the Seychelles islands. He currently serves as a resident scholar at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. He is the author of “When the White House Calls,” and regularly writes commentaries on Africa and the Arabian Peninsula.”
April 17, 2013: “Rising GOP star ponders another run in Utah” (Washington Times) “But Mr. Matheson, who began his seventh term in Congress in January, has shown himself to be an incredibly tough out, said Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah.”
April 17, 2013: “Outgoing GOP chairman eyes high-profile political future” (Deseret News) “Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, said Wright has made his mark in party politics through efforts aimed at encouraging more Republicans to get involved. ”I hope he runs for office,” said Jowers, who has also been mentioned as a possible gubernatorial candidate. “At his core, he is a conservative who believes in participation and involvement, and that alone makes him an interesting candidate.”
April 17, 2013: “Dumb Masses” (City Weekly) “Well, it is the end of the world as we know it, if you are to believe Fair Elections Utah. The group wants to stop left-leaning, socialist types like former Gov. Mike Leavitt, Kirk Jowers of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, and the state GOP.”
April 17, 2013: “Somaliland: Education is Essential to Promoting Peace- Analysis” (Somalilandsun.com) “John Price is a former U.S. ambassador to Comoros, Mauritius and the Seychelles islands. He currently serves as a resident scholar at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. He is the author of “When the White House Calls,” and regularly writes commentaries on Africa and the Arabian Peninsula.”
April 16, 2013: “Hinckley: Liquor stores bring profit despite strict policies” (Daily Utah Chronicle) “Some might say Monday morning is too early to talk about liquor laws, licenses and the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control, but the Hinckley Institute of Politics and Bonneville Research disagree as they hosted the event “Working in Partnership with Utah State Government.”
April 15, 2013: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers was interviewed by Doug Wright regarding the Utah’s caucus convention system.
April 15, 2013: “Robert Bennett: The GOP missed a good opportunity with President Obama’s proposed budget” (Deseret News) “Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
April 14, 2013: “Utah GOP making progress in quest for open caucus meetings” (Deseret News) “Members of the group backing the initiative include former Utah Gov. Mike Leavitt; former Environmental Protection Agency adviser and Leavitt Partners President Rich McKeown; Hinckley Institute of Politics director Kirk Jowers; and UtahPolicy.com publisher and Deseret News columnist LaVarr Webb.”
April 13, 2013: “Utah GOP rejects changes, making ballot drive likely” (Salt Lake Tribune) “In a letter to party leaders Friday, Count My Vote leaders ” including former Gov. Mike Leavitt, his longtime chief of staff Rich McKeown, University of Utah political science professor Kirk Jowers, and others ” said they would abandon plans for a ballot initiative if the party met certain conditions.”
April 12, 2013: “Bob Bernick’s Notebook: Change Can be Difficult, Especially in Primary Elections” (UtahPolicy.com) “It’s unclear now if a group formed by former GOP Gov. Mike Leavitt and University of Utah Hinckley Institute of Politics director Kirk Jowers will accept GOP candidate nominating changes which don’t address the Bennett and Walker-type situations.”
April 12, 2013: “Don’t Blame The Utah Caucus” (CherilynEager.com) “Lobbyist-publisher LaVarr Webb (fronting the celebrity figure former Governor Mike Leavitt “ now lobbyist “ whose conservative image Webb molded), collaborating with D.C. lobbyis/ Hinckley Institute of Politics Director, Kirk Jowers, and their media ally, KSL Radio Talk Show host Doug Wright.“
April 11, 2013: “Sen. Lee says effort to stop debate on gun control bill not a failure” (Deseret News) “Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’sHinckley Institute of Politics, said Lee is just keeping the promises he made when he unseated GOP Sen. Bob Bennett in 2010, to push for more openness in Washington and defend the U.S. Constitution.”
April 11, 2013: “Sanctions on Somalia will Stifle Growth, Affect Stability (Somalilandsun.com) “John Price is a former U.S. ambassador to Comoros, Mauritius and the Seychelles islands. He currently serves as a resident scholar at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. He is the author of “When the White House Calls,” and regularly writes commentaries on Africa and the Arabian Peninsula.”
April 7, 2013: “Somalia: The Price Family Foundation Sponsors Education” (Safeeducation.org) ”John Price is a former U.S. ambassador to Comoros, Mauritius and the Seychelles islands. He currently serves as a resident scholar at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. He is the author of “When the White House Calls,” and regularly writes commentaries on Africa and the Arabian Peninsula.”
April 4, 2013: “PRICE: Mali’s elections are paramount for peace and stability” (The Washinton Times) “John Price is a former U.S. ambassador to Comoros, Mauritius and the Seychelles islands. He currently serves as a resident scholar at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. He is the author of When the White House Calls, and regularly writes commentaries on Africa and the Arabian Peninsula.”
March 30, 2013: “Rolly: The system that spawned a Mike Lee” (Salt Lake Tribune) “Former Gov. Mike Leavitt, Hinckley Institute of Politics director Kirk Jowers and State Republican Party Chairman Thomas Wright want to change Utah’s caucus-convention system for picking party nominees for public office. There is a compelling reason for doing so. It’s called Mike Lee.”
March 21, 2013: “Gun education would deflect misconceptions” (Daily Utah Chronicle) “Clark Aposhian, chairman of Utah Shooting Sports Council, addressed this issue at a gun policy discussion at the Hinckley Institute of Politics on March 4.”
April 11, 2013: “Sen. Lee says effort to stop debate on gun control bill not a failure” (Deseret News) “Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’sHinckley Institute of Politics, said Lee is just keeping the promises he made when he unseated GOP Sen. Bob Bennett in 2010, to push for more openness in Washington and defend the U.S. Constitution.”
April 8, 2013: “Hinckley Forum: Chaffetz blames rising debt on Obama budgets” (Daily Utah Chronicle) “Rep. Jason Chaffetz, R-Utah, updated students on the latest news in Washington at the Hinckley Institute of Politics on Monday.”
March 26, 2013: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers was interviewed by reporter Andy Farnsworth on KSL Radio about political cronyism & campaign funds.
March 25, 2013: “Romney bringing 2016 presidential hopefuls, donors to Deer Valley” (Deseret News) “Another longtime Romney supporter, Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, said there’s an incentive for politicians to participate in the retreat.”
March 24, 2013: “GOP ponders changing nominating process” (Salt Lake Tribune) “But leaders such as former Gov. Mike Leavitt and Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, say the system allows a small minority to choose winners, depressing voter turnout. Right-wing GOP delegates in recent years dumped Sen. Bob Bennett and Gov. Olene Walker despite high voter approval, and liberal Democrats forced moderate Rep. Jim Matheson into a primary.”
March 20, 2013: “Pollster Dan Jones Retires from the University of Utah” (KUER) “The end of Jones teaching career was marked by a crowd of politicians, academics, and students at the U’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. Dan Jones has had the largest impact of probably anyone in Utah on civic participation, said the institute’s Director Kirk Jowers.”
March 20, 2013: “After half a century shaping minds, Dan Jones calling it quits” (Salt Lake Tribune) “Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, presents a birthday cupcake to pollster Dan Jones in recognition of his 75th birthday in 2009.”
March 19, 2013: “Dan Jones to be honored at retirement breakfast” (Salt Lake Tribune) “The event, sponsored by the Hinckley Institute of Politics, the University of Utah Political Science Department and Rocky Mountain Power, will be held at the Hinckley Caucus Room on the University of Utah campus Wednesday at 9 a.m.”
March 19, 2013: “CHOICE urges students to go abroad, work against poverty” (Daily Utah Chronicle) “The Bennion Center and Hinckley Institute of Politics are interested in sponsoring students to go on these expeditions, and they will probably be starting to provide funds in the fall, Jan Shut said.”
March 18, 2013: . Lindsay Zizumbo, Hinckley Institute State and National Program Manager was interviewed live on the KSL Radio regarding Arizona’s election law.
March 18, 2013: “Robert Bennett: Take ineffective laws off the books” (Deseret News) “Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
March 13, 2013: “Group aims to change caucus and convention regulations” (KSL) “Webb is joined by other big names of Utah political landscape, like former governor Mike Leavitt, Kirk Jowers with the Hinckley Institute of Politics and former Utah Republican Party Chair Dave Hansen. Their main goal, according to Webb, is to get more people involved in the political process and to create an alternative route for people to get their names on a primary ballot.”
March 8, 2013: “WOMEN: LEARN HOW TO RUN FOR OFFICE” (Utah Business) “The Hinckley Institute at the University of Utah is one of the organizations involved in the Real Women Run coalition. At The Hinckley Institute, one of our key focuses is participation, and when we see statistics showing that a key demographic”in fact, the majority demographic”is not well represented, that is concerning for us, said Lindsay Zizumbo, program manager at the institute.”
March 7, 2013: “U students nominated for Truman Scholarship” (Daily Utah Chronicle) “Two of the U’s best and brightest students have been chosen by the Hinckley Institute of Politics as finalists for the Harry S. Truman Scholarship, an elite and highly competitive national scholarship that selects only one junior per state for a $30,000 award for graduate school.”
March 6, 2013: “Educating Girls — and Changing the World” (Huffington Post) “As part of that campaign to build awareness, create impact, and call communities to action, a sneak preview segment of Girl Rising screened last night at The Siciliano Forum at the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, as part of a broader forum on the future of higher education.”
March 3, 2013: “My view: What’s in a name? Obamacare vs. Affordable Care Act” (Deseret News) “As a senior studying health communication at the University of Utah [intern through the Hinckley Institute of Politics], I’ve had numerous discussions about American health care priorities with colleagues, friends and family. In many of these interactions, I’ve noticed that how we talk about health care is just as important as the policies themselves.”
March 3, 2013: “Sunday Edition: Utah’s budget, arts programs and concealed carry” (KSL) “Richard Piatt discussed the political and potential economic impact with Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics and Natalie Gochnour, chief economist for the Salt Lake Chamber of Commerce.”
March 2, 2013: “Robert Bennett: Raising minimum wage won’t help poor” (Deseret News) “Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and a Fellow at George Washington University’s School of Media and Public Affairs.”
March 1, 2013: “Adobe co-founder to headline U.’s Siciliano Forum” (Deseret News) “Adobe co-founder and University of Utah alumnus John Warnock will be the keynote speaker at the U.’s Hinckley Institute of Politics 16th annual Rocco C. and Marion S. Siciliano forum.”
March 1, 2013: “Spending cuts loom; impact includes Hill Air Force Base, legal system” (KSL) “Both sides are saying ‘This is dumb, this horrible, should never have happened,’ ” said Kirk Jowers, Hinckley Institute of Politics representative. “But they’re playing the blame game and we’re, as always, stuck paying the bill.”
February 28, 2013: “Political Cornflakes” (Salt Lake Tribune) “ The U.’s Hinckley Institute of Politics director Kirk Jowers previews next month’s Siciliano Forum, which will focus on the future of higher education. [KSL]“
February 28, 2013: “Hinckley Forum: Health care threats outweigh budget cuts” (Daily Utah Chronicle) “With another budget cliff looming this week, the rising costs of health care pose more of a danger to the United States than the upcoming mandatory federal budget cuts, said Robert Huefner, professor of political science, at the Hinckley Institute of Politics yesterday.”
February 27, 2013: “John Warnock to headline Siciliano Forum” (FYI News) “The Siciliano Forum is sponsored by the Hinckley Institute of Politics, with co-sponsors the Honors College and the College of Engineering. Other sponsors include RadioWest, the Department of Education, and the Electronic Arts and Engineering Program. All events are free and open to the public.”
February 27, 2013: “Opinion: The future of higher ed and the emergence of MOOCs” (KSL) “Kirk L. Jowers is the University of Utah’s Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics and is a partner in the Washington, D.C. law firm of Caplin & Drysdale.”
February 27, 2013: “Two University of Utah Students Selected as 2013 Truman Scholarship Finalists” (Utah Pulse) “Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers, who received the Truman Scholarship while attending the University of Utah in 1990, said: Rachel and Brian are extraordinary individuals in every way. They are talented students who lead, serve, and achieve for all of the right reasons. They have served Hinckley Institute internships in diverse places, including the Reproductive and Child Health Alliance in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, and the Institute of Policy Analysis and Research in Kigali, Rwanda, respectively. Both Rachel and Brian are brilliant, hardworking, and absolutely deserving of this potentially life-changing recognition.
February 27, 2013: “Video: Utah Senate Honors Dan Jones” (Utah Policy) “The Utah Senate takes time out of their schedule to honor Dan Jones who is retiring from teaching after 53 years.”
February 22, 2013: “‘Real Women Run’ a new effort to get women on the ballot” (Lincoln Journal Star) “Real Women Run — Find Your Voice, originated in Utah as a collaborative nonpartisan effort of YWCA Salt Lake City, the Hinckley Institute at the University of Utah and various other organizations interested in encouraging women to participate in public leadership, specifically by running for political office.”
February 21, 2013: “Huntsman Backs Gay Marriage In Opinion Column” (KUTV.com) “Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, Kirk Jowers, told 2 News, “I think Governor Huntsman has decided ˜I will say what I believe and let the chips fall where they may.’” He went on to say that the piece was bold, “He feels passionately about his country and his party. He feels like he is a Reagan Republican and would like to bring his party back to what he sees as the Republican Party that could win presidential elections and be competitive again.”
February 21, 2013: “Huntsman Backs Gay Marriage In Opinion Column” (KUTV) “Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, Kirk Jowers, told 2 News, “I think Governor Huntsman has decided ˜I will say what I believe and let the chips fall where they may.’” He went on to say that the piece was bold, “He feels passionately about his country and his party. He feels like he is a Reagan Republican and would like to bring his party back to what he sees as the Republican Party that could win presidential elections and be competitive again.”
February 21, 2013: “U.S. assistance can head off extremists in Mali” (The Washington Times) “John Price is a former U.S. ambassador to Comoros, Mauritius and the Seychelles islands. He currently serves as a resident scholar at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. He is the author of the book When the White House Calls and regularly writes commentaries on Africa and the Arabian Peninsula.”
February 20, 2013: “Northern Mali a breeding ground for terrorists long before the current crisis” (The Washington Times) “John Price is a former U.S. ambassador to Comoros, Mauritius and the Seychelles islands. He currently serves as a resident scholar at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. He is the author of the book When the White House Calls and regularly writes commentaries on Africa and the Arabian Peninsula.”
February 20, 2013: “Utah AG transferred LLCs before signing conflict of interest forms” (Fox 13) “Kirk Jowers of the Hinckley Institute of Politics says Swallow may not be hiding anything, but he is in a situation where public perception matters, and Swallow has put himself in too many awkward situations.”
February 18, 2013: “Robert Bennett: Future economic projections are wrong” (Deseret News) “Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and a Fellow at George Washington University’s School of Media and Public Affairs.”
February 17. 2013: “Frank Pignanelli & LaVarr Webb: Legislative session is a boiling cauldron of conjecture” (Deseret News) “Others mentioned areHinckley Institute of Politics Director Kirk Jowers (who led an ethics commission) and Swallow’s Republican primary opponent Sean Reyes.”
February 13, 2013: “Gov’t can’t foil free speech on campus” (Daily Utah Chronicle) “A couple of years ago the Hinckley Institute of Politics sponsored David Horowitz, a venomous anti-Palestinian and anti-Muslim hate propagandist, to speak.”
February 11, 2013: “Robert Bennett: What is the future of the tea party?” (Deseret News) “Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
February 9, 2013: “Donations, actions raise more questions about Swallow’s judgment” (Deseret News) “Kirk Jowers, who heads the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, said some political contributions can be problematic for the attorney general.”
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February 6, 2013: “PRICE: As Malians fight Islamists, is it best for the West to stay away?” (The Washington Times) “The U.S.-backed NATO incursion into Libya in March 2011 was the catalyst that destabilized Mali and emboldened Islamists throughout the North African region of the Sahel. ["John Price served as U.S. ambassador to Mauritius, the Seychelles and the Comoro Islands from Feb. 8, 2002, to June 17, 2005. He currently serves as a resident scholar at the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics.]“
February 4, 2013: “Students vow to chase the American Dream despite new reality” (Deseret News) “Nelson Warr spends his days as a student at the University of Utah maintaining his 4.0 GPA, prepping for Model European Union competitions, serving on the Student Government Relations Board, and spearheading youth voter initiatives and media outreach in his job as a student staffer at the Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
February 1, 2013: “Tanner Center informs students of global issues” (Daily Utah Chronicle) “Internship opportunities are available through organizations such as the Hinckley Institute of Politics, Mexico Border Studies Program, United Nations Human Rights Council based in Geneva and at nongovernmental organizations in India.”
February 1, 2013: “Proposal to remove straight party voting defeated” (Standard-Examiner) “In an interview last year, Kirk Jowers, director of theHinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, told the Standard-Examiner he dislikes the straight party option.”
January 31, 2013: “Bin Laden’s death hasn’t stanched metastasizing of al Qaeda” (The Washington Times) “John Price served as U.S. ambassador to Mauritius, the Seychelles and the Comoro Islands from Feb. 8, 2002, to June 17, 2005. He currently serves as a resident scholar at the University of Utah’sHinckley Institute of Politics. He is the author of the book When the White House Calls, and regularly writes commentaries on Africa and the Arabian Peninsula.”
January 28, 2013: “President Obama’s inaugural agenda is unrealistic (Deseret News) ”‘Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
January 26, 2013: “D.C. Notebook: Huntsman named visiting fellow at Harvard” (Salt Lake Tribune) “Jones most recently has been the pollster and consultant to Sen. Orrin Hatch, R-Utah, and he was a leader at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. He decided to step away from teaching, and the institute is planning a breakfast in his honor in the weeks to come.”
January 24, 2013: “Poll: Utahns Say ‘No’ to Higher Taxes and Tighter Gun Laws” (Utah Policy) ”Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and a supporter of the alternative primary route, said looking at the new poll numbers confirms what he’s believed for some time: There is discontent among regular voters with the current caucus/convention system.”
January 23, 2013: “Group: Utah nees more women in office” (Salt Lake Tribune) ”Real Women Run is a nonpartisan partnership that includes the YWCA Salt Lake City, The Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, Salt Lake Community College, Vision 2020, American Association of University Women, League of Women Voters in Utah, and current and past elected female officials.”
January 23, 2013: “Initiative encourages ‘real’ Utah women to run for office, seeks service on boards” (Deseret News) ”‘The initiative, created by the YWCA Salt Lake City and the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, also includes political leadership training on March 16 on the Miller Campus of Salt Lake Community College.”
January 23, 2013: “Arab Spring exacerbated Islamist threat to Mali” (The Washington Times) ”‘John Price served as U.S. ambassador to Mauritius, the Seychelles and the Comoro Islands from Feb. 8, 2002, to June 17, 2005. He currently serves as a resident scholar at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
January 21, 2013: “What Moderates have done for the U.S.” (Deseret News) ”‘Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
January 17, 2013: “Donation to homeless when filing taxes discussed at U. panel” (Salt Lake Tribune) ”Through my case worker, I now have a part-time job and it’s wonderful,” Davis said during a panel discussion on homelessness at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics on Thursday.
January 17, 2013: “Are you concerned about Al-Qaeda spreading in Africa?” (Fox News) Hinckley Institute of Politics‘ Resident Scholar former Ambassador John Price weighs in on Algerian security forces.
January 16, 2013: “Perry urges students to lobby for higher ed” (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”U Vice President for Government Relations Jason Perry spoke at a Hinckley Forum on Tuesday about lobbying to the Utah Legislature.”
January 12, 2013: “Democrats call for probe into alleged backdoor deal involving John Swallow” by Dennis Romboy (Deseret News)“‘The only thing I would say at this point is that it all seems too fresh to make judgments in any direction,’ said Kirk Jowers, a Republican who heads the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
January 11, 2013: “Bob Bernick’s Notebook: Why Utah Needs Another Path for Candidates to Get on the Ballot” by Bob Bernick (Utah Policy.com) “A number of people are involved “ like Leavitt, University of Utah Hinckley Institute of Politics director Kirk Jowers; Webb; former Leavitt chief of staff (both in the Utah government and various federal bureaus) Rich McKeown; Utah Chamber of Commerce bigwig Natalie Gochnour, et al.”
January 9, 2013: “Richard Davis: Lawmakers ignore ways to strengthen democracy” by Richard Davis (Deseret News) ”Four years ago, then-Gov. Jon Huntsman, Jr. established the Governor’s Commission on Strengthening Utah’s Democracy. He did so to respond to widespread concerns about a decline in political participation by Utahns. The commission, with Kirk Jowers of the Hinckley Institute of Politics as acting chair, spent nearly a year analyzing Utah’s political system to determine what reforms were needed in areas such as campaign finance, lobbying, and elections.”
January 8, 2012: “Group looking to alter caucus convention system” by Billy Hesterman (Daily Herald) ”This isn’t the first attempt to change the system. In 2011 former Utah governor Mike Leavitt and Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute, spearheaded an effort to create a petition path to the ballot. They later backed off from the attempt, saying they needed more time to put together a successful campaign to get the idea on the ballot for voters to decide.”
January 8, 2013: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers was interviewed live on the Doug Wright show regarding reforming the caucus-convention system.
January 7, 2013: “Utah Gov. Herbert takes oath of office for third time” by Robert Gehrke (Salt Lake Tribune) ”Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, said the luxury of not having to worry about another election for four years lets Herbert focus on his priorities ” education, energy and the economy.“
January 7, 2013: “Group pushing new way to choose political candidates in Utah” by Dennis Romboy (Deseret News) ”A group of well-connected Republicans, including former Gov. Mike Leavitt and Hinckley Institute of Politics Director Kirk Jowers, floated an idea in 2011 to provide a way to get on the primary ballot aside from the convention. They put their plans on hold after deciding there wasn’t time to collect signatures on petitions for the 2012 election.”
January 7, 2013: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers was interviewed live on KSL TV regarding Governor Herbert’s inaugural ceremony.
December 31, 2012: Political analyst: Change likely to come to GOP (Standard-Examiner): “‘Kirk Jowers said he thinks the changes will be forced by circumstances.’The reason I think things will change is the problems have reached a point of no return,’ Jowers said.”
December 26, 2012: Washington Post op-ed suggests Huntsman for Speaker of the House (Fox 13) ”‘I think there’s zero chance that anyone would ever be selected outside of the House of Representatives. And so, no slight to Huntsman or Daniels or anyone else you could think of, they just simply won’t do it. It’s their body, it’s their House and they’ll pick one of theirs to be speaker,’ Jowers said.” Story also published by the Deseret News.
December 24, 2012: Will Medicare Part D be a financial solution? (Deseret News) ”Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.“
December 19, 2012: Utah politicos weigh in on gun violence solutions (KSL.com) ”When you see kind of the market taking into account this tragedy and these steps, I think it follows that our leaders and politicians that have control over this can take a more thoughtful approach to the next step, said Hinckley Institute of Politics President Kirk Jowers.”
December 17, 2012: A happier ending than I anticipated, AIG pays back TARP money, 17 billion in interest (Deseret News) “Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.“
December 14, 2012: Sub-Saharan Africa: Breeding a New Generation of Leaders (The Diplomatic Courier) Ambassador John Priceserved as U.S. Ambassador to the Republic of Mauritius, Republic of Seychelles, and Union of the Comoros from February 8, 2002 to June 17, 2005 and currently serves as a Resident Scholar at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. He is the author of the book “When the White House Calls” and regularly writes Commentaries on Africa and the Arabian Peninsula.
December 10, 2012: “Feds: $11.2 million spent on Matheson-Love” (San Francisco Chronicle) ”This was an unprecedented,” said Tim Chambless, a professor at the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah. “We have never seen a race so expensive in Utah.” Story also published by ABC4, by The South Florida Times, and by the Deseret News.
December 5, 2012: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers was interviewed live on KSL Radio regarding Super PACS.
December 3, 2012: “Robert Bennett: Media are failing in Rice coverage” (Deseret News) ”Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
November 29, 2012: “Will Islamists Trump Democracy?” (International Policy Digest) by former Ambassador John Price, current Hinckley Insittute of Politics Resident Scholar
November 28, 2012: “Obama and Romney set to meet on Thursday” (Fox 13) ”Kirk Jowers ran Mitt Romney’s official Political Action Committee, and he thinks Romney still wants to be involved in public service. I think ultimately he’ll be very drawn to do something for his country and whether that has anything to do with President Obama, I don’t know. That will probably be more up to Obama than to Romney, Jowers said. Story also published on Deseret News.
November 27, 2012: “What next? From the election horse race to the critical issues” (KSL) Kirk L. Jowers is the University of Utah’s Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics and is a partner in the Washington, D.C. law firm of Caplin & Drysdale.
November 26, 2012: “Mitt Romney comes under fire from fellow Republicans” (ABC4) ” Kirk Jowers worked with Romney’s campaign for years and he now cautions those who may already be looking ahead for a nomination in 2016.”
November 26, 2012: “Politics and Social Media Forum Wednesday” (City Weekly) ”Hear C-SPAN’s Mortman explain the new trends at this free public forum. Check it out at the University of Utah Hinckley Institute of Politics, 260 S. Central Campus Drive, Wednesday, Nov. 28″
November 26, 2012: “Robert Bennett: One Problem America needs to fix–education” (Deseret News) ”Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
November 24, 2012: “Romney’s Utah Supporters upset with how he’s being treated by GOP” (Deseret News) ”Another top Romney supporter in Utah, Kirk Jowers, said the candidate has likely been ruminating about the reasons for his loss.”
November 23, 2012: “FEC dismisses funds complaint against Wil Cardon (AZ Central) ”In their initial March 16 response to the complaint, Cardon’s attorneys, Kirk Jowers and Matthew Sanderson, argued that Smith was a disgruntled former business associate of Cardon’s father and that his blind conjecture should be rejected.
November 20, 2012: “The Arab Spring Didn’t Buy Us Many Friends” (Diplomatic Courier) ”Ambassador John Price served as U.S. Ambassador to the Republic of Mauritius, Republic of Seychelles, and Union of the Comoros from February 8, 2002 to June 17, 2005 and currently serves as a Resident Scholar at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. He is the author of the book “When the White House Calls” and regularly writes Commentaries on Africa and the Arabian Peninsula.”
November 20, 2012: “Matheson holds on to win by whisker, but Utah GOP questions results” (Salt Lake Tribune) ”Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, said the money spent by outside Super PACs “disproportionately advantaged the incumbents” like Matheson, because, while he was already well known, Love was an unknown quantity.”
November 19, 2012: “Focusing entirely on one job prospect? Don’t” (Detriot Free Press) ”Referencing Mitt Romney’s loss for the job of United States president, Kirk Jowers, a Romney friend said in a recent New York Times article: “‘He will be sifting through this for quite a while. The question is when the sifting takes a couple of hours a day instead of being all consuming.”
November 16, 2012: “Bob Bernick’s Notebook: Utah’s GOP Won’t Change Until They Have To” (Utah Pulse) ”Along with U of U Hinckley Institute of Politics director Kirk Jowers, another Romney devotee, and a few other mainstream conservative local Republicans (as the informal group likes to call itself), Leavitt has the organizational power and connections to fund and run a citizen initiative aimed at the 2014 general election ballot.
November 13, 2012: “Utah A Country? Thousands Sign Petition For Utah To Secede” by Dan Rascon” (KUTV) ”Kirk Jowers the director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah says this is the wrong approach for those upset about the election results.”
November 12, 2012: “Another election, this time to replace mayor-elect Ben McAdams in Legislature” (Deseret News) ”Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and a Republican, said the Democratic delegates voting in the race may not care about the tax increase.”
November 12, 2012: “Mia Love says election loss surprised her, but she’s mum on future” by Dennis Romboy (Deseret News) ”‘She was caught in a great but difficult situation,’ said Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah. The national Republican Party was heavily involved and excited about her campaign, but it diverted her attention away from the district, Jowers said. For example, Love was the only candidate for major office in Utah to turn down an hourlong interview with the well-respected Doug Fabrizio on KUER Radio. She also campaigned for Romney in Ohio and Nevada.” In addition, see story here.
November 12, 2012: “Time to Reset the Reset in US-Russian Relations” by John Price (International Policy Digest) “Regardless of which political party occupies the White House, American presidents are allowed a certain degree of latitude on foreign policy, where initiatives are not as constrained by Congressional oversight in comparison to the nation’s domestic issues.” John Price former U.S. Ambassador is Resident Scholar at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics
November 11, 2012: “Sunday Edition, Nov. 11: Romney’s career, the Mormon moment and campaign clutter” by Richard Piatt (KSL)“There are a lot of Romney supporters ” especially in Utah ” who have no doubt that if voters around the country knew Romney as well as they did, he would have won. One of those people is Kirk Jowers, a Romney confidant who has known the Romney family for years. He is the head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. Richard Piatt discussed Romney’s defeat with Jowers, and what the campaign could have done differently.”
November 9, 2012: “For Romney, mulling what comes next” (HT Politics) ”He will be sifting through this for quite a while,’ said Kirk Jowers, a Romney friend. The question is when the sifting takes a couple of hours a day instead of being all consuming.’
November 8, 2012: “For Romney, All His Career Options Are Still Open. Except One.” by Michael Barbaro (New York Times) ”‘He will be sifting through this for quite a while,’ said Kirk Jowers, a Romney friend. ‘The question is when the sifting takes a couple of hours a day instead of being all consuming.’
November 8, 2012: “Forum evaluates election aftermath” by Topher Webb (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”Rep. Jim Matheson won the 4th Congressional District race because he defined himself to voters better than Saratoga Springs Mayor Mia Love, said political science professor and political columnist Frank Pignanelli at a Hinckley forum on Wednesday.”
November 8, 2012: “AP story points to Huntsman Jr. as Secretary of State candidate” by John Daley (KSL) ”University of Utah Political Science Professor Tim Chambless says with China looming large in U.S. foreign policy and financial affairs, appointing Huntsman to the cabinet could make sense.”
November 7, 2012: “Voters’ trust propelled Matheson to victory, analysts say” by Jordan Ormond (KSL) ”‘This race seemed like a perfect storm against him, and he still prevailed,’ said Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah.”
November 7, 2012: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers was interviewed live on Access Utah for a post-election wrap up
November 7, 2012: “Election 2012 – The More Things Change, the More They Stay the Same” by Bob Bernick (Utah Pulse.com) ”And you could very well see a moderate Republican use the same alternative route to run for governor. (How about Hinckley Institute of Politics director Kirk Jowers?)”
November 7, 2012: “Rising Republican star Mia Love of Utah loses to Democrat” by Debbie Hummel (Reuters) ”The race, which drew millions of dollars in outside money, so dominated Utah’s airwaves and news reports that it essentially rendered the state’s three other congressional races ‘irrelevant,’ said Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
November 7, 2012: “Jim Matheson dodges GOP machine in win over Mia Love” by Dennis Romboy (Deseret News) ”‘This race seemed like a perfect storm against him, and he still prevailed,’ said Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah. ‘It’s hard to see another circumstance where they can take him out without a major mistake, and he hasn’t made one so far.’”
November 7, 2012: “Romney’s loss ends presidential dreams” by Thomas Burr (Salt Lake Tribune) ”For Kirk Jowers, the head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and a long-time Romney friend, the loss stung even though Jowers thought Romney was “the best candidate he could be” and had given his all.”
November 7, 2012: “A day of painful goodbyes for Mitt Romney (+video)” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret News) ”Kirk Jowers, another longtime Romney supporter from Utah who traveled to Boston for Election Day, said he skipped the brunch because he knew how difficult it would be to recap the loss.”
November 7, 2012: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers was interviewed on BBC regarding Romney’s defeat.
November 6, 2012: “Hinckley Forum: Speaker: Votes increasing: by Topher Webb (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”Utahns might see a 25-percent jump in voter turnout from the 2010 midterm elections, said state elections director Mark Thomas at a Hinckley Institute of Politics forum on Monday.”
November 6, 2012: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers was interviewed on live on the Doug Wright show regarding the presidential election.
November 6, 2012: “Is Mitt Romney’s loss Utah’s loss? Mike Leavitt, other Utahns were poised to make an impact” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret News) ”Other Utah names that had been on Romney’s shortlist for filing 100 top-level slots were Rep. Jason Chaffetz, R-Utah, a top surrogate on the campaign trail for the past year; and Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and a longtime supporter.”
November 6, 2012: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers was interviewed in Boston at the Romney Election Watch by KSL TV news, KUTV news, and television stations from Chicago, Boston, and other media markets.
November 5, 2012: “4th District race draws big money from both parties” by Nineveh Dinha (Fox 13) ”‘I think this will be the most expensive U.S. House race we’ve ever seen. Usually we see about $1 million spent by each candidate,’ says Tim Chambless, a professor at the Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
November 5, 2012: “Utahns surveyed say Romney’s faith rarely a target” by Aaron Vaughn (Fox 13) ”Romney has gotten a share of critical views pertaining to his religious beliefs. Tim Chambliss, from the Hinkley Institute of Politics, said it is no surprise Romney’s critics would use his LDS faith against him.”
November 2, 2012: “Good Question: What Happens If They Tie?” by Matt Gephardt (KUTV) ”Hinckley Institute President Kirk Jowerssays the chances of a tie are slim. It’s a very unlikely scenario, but realistic. You can go play with the map on a couple different websites and come out with a very realistic 269.
November 2, 2012: “Foreign Policy Needs More Focus on Security” by John Price (International Policy Digest) ”On October 29, 2012 the State Department gave a briefing on Secretary Hillary Clinton’s visit to Algeria. The focus of the trip was on ‘counterterrorism cooperation and Mali.’ John Price former U.S. Ambassador is Resident Scholar at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics
November 2, 2012: “‘The Colbert Effect:’ how young voters get their political news” by John Daley (KSL) ”Universities are well aware of the trend. The U.’s Hinckley Institute of Politics offers an internship at “The Colbert Report.” It’s become one the program’s most coveted, said director Kirk Jowers.”
Novmeber 1, 2012: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers and U of U students Nelson Warr, Kaitie Jowers, Mary Mellor and Sam Ortiz participated in KSL Doug Wright’s townhall regarding the presidential election.
November 1, 2012: “Could Sandy Aftermath Affect Election Day?” by Heidi Hatch (KUTV) ”Super storm Sandy is unprecedented for many different reasons, but one thing is for sure. Never in our Nation’s history has an election day been moved. The only way it can happen, is if Congress meets and moves it for every single state- and that we’re told is not going to happen. This afternoon we sat down with Kirk Jowers, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah to get answers. He said, a delay for a state ‘would be beyond unprecedented’ he went on to say he thinks attorneys on both sides are looking at it very closely.’”
November 1, 2012: “Straight-ticket voting allowed in Iowa, but parties aren’t pushing it” (The Gazette) ”There’s a feeling straight-ticket voting is not good for democracy, according to Kirk Jowers of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, a state where the practice still is allowed. Voters don’t have to look at the individual candidates. They simply walk in, fill in one oval and walk out without giving each candidate due consideration.”
October 31, 2012: “Fewer Democrats on Utah’s Capitol Hill Could Cause Problems” by Bob Bernick (Utah Policy.com) “‘That’s an interesting question,’ says Lindsay Zizumbo of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. Going down two Democratic senators and five House members likely wouldn’t change the day-to-day operations of the Utah Legislature much, says Zizumbo, who specializes in watching legislative politics for the institute. ‘We are so close to one-party rule in Utah already; it would just mean less of a voice for the minority members.’
October 30, 2012: “Superstorm Sandy slows Mitt Romney’s momentum” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret News) ”Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s band a longtime Romney supporter, said the storm has put Romney in a difficult situation. ‘The president gets to act presidential and he gets the free ‘earned’ media. Romney is forced to sit out the storm,’ Jowers said. ‘In a perfect world, there would be no perfect storm a week before the election.’”
October 29, 2012: Just think what you could by with $3B” (Deseret News) ”According to Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, if you include another $1 billion more spent by the super PACs and political parties on behalf of the candidates, then the price tag is closing in on $3 billion spent during a deep recession.”
October 29, 2012: “The Diplomatic Security Service Failed to Protect” by Ambassador John Price (Diplomatic Courier) ”We are living in the most crucial time in modern history since the Cold War. Today’s enemy has no name, no face, no uniform, and not even a standing army. It is a theological movement with a mission to control the world under Sharia. So how has the United States foreign policy dealt with these issues?” John Price former U.S. Ambassador is Resident Scholar at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics
October 29, 2012: “Robert Bennett: Bennett: Religion and politics in Europe vs. America” by Robert Bennett (Deseret News) ”This is being written in Paris, where I have been attending an academic conference dedicated to an analysis of the 2012 presidential election. If they could vote, Europeans would solidly support President Obama, with France leading the way. Some polls show that Obama would draw more than 90 percent of the vote here; across the entire continent, he runs above 70 percent. Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and a Fellow at George Washington University’s School of Media and Public Affairs.“
October 29, 2012: “Sen. Orrin Hatch spends $12 million on re-election bid” by Dennis Romboy (Deseret News) ”‘I feel like it’s by far the most (ever) spent on any race in Utah,’ said Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
October 26, 2012: “Following in a Father’s Footsteps, But Probably Not Into Politics” by Sheryl Gay Stolberg and Ashley Parker (New York Times) ”For now, though, he is all in, on the road six days out of seven, selling Mitt Romney, the Republican nominee, to the American public. ‘It means a lot to him, more than anything else, what people think about his father, do they know he’s a man of character and integrity,’ said one friend, Kirk Jowers. ‘Tagg will do anything his father needs and anything he thinks will advance or protect his dad.’
October 26, 2012: Hinckley Forum: Cooke Lays Out Broad Platform Intentions. by D.J. Summers (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”Tim Chambless ’said changing concepts is a good thing as we need to produce more competition between parties. It’s important to have dual-party inclusion,’ Chambless said. ‘We need to create more party competition. Competition is a good thing, whether in politics or business or dating.’
October 26, 2012: Tim Chambless Academic Coordinator at the Hinckley Institute of Politics was interviewed by La Vanguardia(Spanish newspaper) by Francesc Peiron regarding U.S. presidential election, Mitt Romney and Barack Obama, and the impact of religion and wealth.
October 25. 2012: Specialists Predict Possible Tie in Presidential Election by Keith McCord (KSL) ”Depending on how the electoral votes go in those states, there’s a possibility that there will be a tie –with Barak Obama and Mitt Romney each having 269 votes¦that’s where the 12th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution kicks in, said Tim Chambless, a professor at the Hinckley Institute of Politics. “Then, the new Congress, let me stress, the new House of Representatives and the new Senate meeting in January of 2013 would meet to choose the new president and new vice president.”
October 25, 2012: “Rising Republican star Mia Love in tight Utah race for House” by Jennifer Dobner – Reuters (Chicago Tribune) ”‘These polls have been very volatile,’ said Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, citing the challenges of polling a new district. ‘Part of it too is that Matheson is a very well known and popular in Utah, but there is also a lot of excitement for Mayor Love.’”
October 26, 2012: “\Hinckley Forum: Profs discuss hazards to democracy” by Anne Plummer (Dailty Utah Chronicle) ”Panelists Jim Curry, Samuel Handlin and Peri Schwartz-Shea discuss democracy at work at the Hinckley Institute of Politics on Thursday.”
October 25, 2012: “Hinckley Forum: Cooke lays out broad platform intentions” by DJ Summers (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”Doug Fabrizio from RadioWest interviews gubernatorial candidate Peter Cooke at a Hinckley Forum.”
October 23, 2012: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers and University of Utah student Kaitie Jowers were interviewed on KUTV 2regarding the last presidential debate.
October 23, 2012: Tim Chambless Academic Coordinator at the Hinckley Institute of Politics was interviewed by ABC 4 regarding the third presidential debate.
October 22, 2012: Mitt Romney Heard, Not Seen, in New Ad for Mia Love Dennis Romboy by (Deseret News) University of Utah political science professor Tim Chambless said it will be interesting to see how the Romney ad plays in the new, untested congressional district. He noted Romney dsn’t have 100 percent support in Utah, but also that the district is 62 percent Republican.”
October 22, 2012: Tim Chambless Academic Coordinator at the Hinckley Institute of Politics interviewed with Polish Radio Channel III. Polish journalist Martin Zakowski.
October 22, 2012: Tim Chambless Academic Coordinator at the Hinckley Institute of Politics interviewed with Swiss and Danish journalists Fabrice Boule and Mashu Poulsen, official election observers for OSCE/ODIHR.
October 22, 2012: Tim Chambless Academic Coordinator at the Hinckley Institute of Politics interviewed with British Consul-General (Los Angeles) Dame Barbara Hay regarding U.S. presidential election and Utah’s 4th Congressional District race.
October 22, 2012: Tim Chambless Academic Coordinator at the Hinckley Institute of Politics interviewed with the New York Times reporterRay Rivera aboutUtah’s 4th Congressional District race.
October 22, 2012: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers was interviewed on KSL by Dan Jessop regarding the recent Gallup poll on the presidential race.
October 22, 2012: “Robert Bennett: Message sent vs. message received: The impact this misinterpretation has on politics” by Robert Bennett (Deseret News) ”Every expert in human communications knows ;message sent; is not always the same as ‘message received.’ In illustration of this principle, I cite a cartoon where, in the panel labeled ‘What he said,’ a young man asks a young woman, ‘Will you marry me?’ In the adjoining panel, labeled ‘What she heard,’ she thinks, ‘I will never have to diet again.’ Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and a Fellow at George Washington University’s School of Media and Public Affairs.”
October 22, 2012: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers was interviewed on KCPW radio regarding the presidential foreign policy debate.
October 22, 2012: “Salafi Islamists may gain Political Control (Part II)” by John Price (International Policy Digest) ”In the Arab Spring dissidents involved in the uprisings used the U.S. and European allies for financial and military support, which led to regime change, but not to the democratic outcome that everyone had expected.” John Price former U.S. Ambassador is Resident Scholar at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics
October 20. 2012: “Put Off By ‘Too Many Mitts,’ ‘Salt Lake Tribune’ Endorses Obama” by Howard Berkes (Capital Public Radio) ”ButKirk Jowers, a long-time Romney adviser and director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, says the Tribune ’got it wrong.’ Jowers says he’s known Romney since 1994 and says the Republican nominee ‘is the same man with the same character and the same values, and he’s the same singular force who saved the Olympics.’”
October 20, 2012: “Salafi Islamists may gain Political Control” by John Price (International Policy Digest) ”The Arab Spring started with uprisings by dissidents in Tunisia, and spread across North Africa, and to the Arabian Peninsula.” John Price former U.S. Ambassador is Resident Scholar at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics
October 19, 2012: “Put Off By ‘Too Many Mitts,’ ‘Salt Lake Tribune’ Endorses Obama” by Howard Berkes (NPR) ”But Kirk Jowers, a long-time Romney adviser and director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, says theTribune ’got it wrong.’ Jowers says he’s known Romney since 1994 and says the Republican nominee ‘is the same man with the same character and the same values, and he’s the same singular force who saved the Olympics.’”
October 19, 2012: Presenters Unravel Rohingya Genocide” by Ainsley Cook (Daily Utah Chronicle) Dr. Tim Chambless, associate professor in the Department of Political Science, addresses attendees at the Voices for Rohingya: Stop the Genocide! lecture in the Union on Thursday night.
October 18, 2012: “The Myth of ‘Surgical Strikes’ on Iran” by David Isenberg (Time) ”The University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and Omid for Iran, a nonprofit organization based in Salt Lake CIty, Utah published the assessment. Author Semnani has provided support for the conferences and educational initiatives in the United States.
October 18, 2012: “The Myth of Surgical Strikes on Iran” (Paulo’s Corner) ”The University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and Omid for Iran, a nonprofit organization based in Salt Lake City, Utah, published the assessment.”
October 17, 2012: “Presidential audience” by Anna Drysdale (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”Senior Molly Wheeler finds humor in comments made by Republican presidential nominee Mitt Romney concerning energy efficiency during the presidential debate at the Hinckley Institute of Politics on Tuesday.”
October 17, 2012: Political Expert Examines Presidential Debate. by Noah Bond (ABC 4) ABC 4 turned to political expert University of Utah political science professor Tim Chambless who works at the Hinckley Institute of Politics to get his answer. He says Mr. Obama won. ‘On style, in terms of energy. In terms of assertiveness, I would much more tilt it towards to the President. This was a different Presidential than the one we saw in the first Presidential debate,˜ Chambless said.
October 17 2012: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers was interviewed by Richard Piatt on KLS regarding the presidential debate.
October 17, 2012: “Political expert examines presidential debate” by Noah Bond (ABC 4) ”ABC 4 tuned to political expert University of Utah political science professor Tim Chambless who works at the Hinckley Institute of Politics to get his answer. He says Mr. Obama won, ‘On style in terms of energy. In terms of assertiveness I would much more tilt it towards the President. This was a different President than the one we saw in the first Presidential debate, Chambless said.”
October 16, 2012: “Too much style, not enough substance in presidential debate, students say” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret News) ”The second presidential debate Tuesday focused too much on style for many of the students watching at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
October 16, 2012: Are You Tired Of Political Ads? You Are Not Alone. by Cristina Flores (KUTV) In some places like Las Vegas, where presidential candidates are competing hard for voters, viewers are bombarded with 10,000 television ads a week, according to Tim Chambless of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.
October 16, 2012: “Hatch: Energy resources would boost schools” by Blake Belden (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”Hill Airforce Base and energy were hot topics for Sen. Orrin Hatch when he spoke at the Hinckley Institute of Politics on Monday.”
October 16, 2012: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers appeared live, via remote hook-up from the Hinckley Caucus Room, on KSL Channel 5′s Evening News, to discuss the upcoming presidential debate.
October 15, 2012: “Robert Bennett: Candidates should debate how to fix Social Security, Medicare” by Robert Bennett (Deseret News)“The sparring over Social Security and Medicare between Vice President J Biden and Rep. Paul Ryan during their debate last week was like a conversation between two women at year end. Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and a Fellow at George Washington University’s School of Media and Public Affairs.”
October 15, 2012: “Matheson pushes for ed funding” by Anna Drysdale (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”Matheson was interviewed Wednesday by Doug Fabrizio of RadioWest at the Hinckley Institute of Politics as part of the Meet the Candidates series. He addressed a wide array of issues, from taxes to funding for public television to health care, but spent a great deal of time answering education questions.”
October 15, 2012: “County mayoral candidates to speak on diversity” (Salt Lake Tribune) ”The county’s Council on Diversity Affairs is sponsoring the forum along with the Hinckley Institute of Politics, Inclusion Center, League of Women Voters of Salt Lake City, Salt Lake City Mayor’s Office of Diversity and Human Rights, Utah Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, Utah Multicultural Affairs, YWCA and Vietnamese Community of Utah.”
October 15, 2012: “Town hall format ‘wild card’ in second Mitt Romney/President Obama debate” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret News) ”A moment like that from Romney, while unexpected, could be the final blow to Obama’s re-election, suggested Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and a longtime Romney backer.”
October 12, 2012: “Is straight-party ticket voting good for democracy?” by John Daley (Deseret News) ”In general there’s a feeling that straight ticket voting is not good for Democracy, said Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah. ‘You don’t get to really look at other people running,’ he said. ‘You just kind of walk in, punch it, and walk out without a lot of consideration, and it just dsn’t quite give the candidates their due.’
October 12, 2012: “Pres. Obama, Romney face challenge after VP debate” by Richard Piatt (KSL) ”‘Biden punched Ryan in the mouth a few times’” said Kirk Jowers with the Hinckley Institute of Politics. ‘Ryan, on the other hand, was very competent and very smart.’”
October 12, 2012: “Benghazi Attack: AQIM Terrorists had their roots in Mali” by John Price (International Policy Digetst) ”On July 5, 2012 the UN Security Council passed Resolution 2056, to deal with the instability in northern Mali. Tuareg fighters returning from Libya brought with them a large cache of arms.” John Price former U.S. Ambassador is Resident Scholar at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics
October 10, 2012: “The Arab Awakening and Change in the Middle East” (KERA) ”How is the Arab Awakening changing the geopolitical dynamic in the Middle East and what might the future hold for Syria, Iran, and their neighbors? We’ll spend this hour with Roxane Farmanfarmaian, Affiliated Lecturer in International Relations of the Middle East and North Africa at the University of Cambridge and Middle East Fellow at the Hinckley Institute of Politics at University of Utah.”
October 10, 2012: “Let Romney be Romney” by Rick Moran (American Thinker) ”‘Second only to his mother, Tagg is probably the most trusted individual in Mitt’s life on political matters,’ said Kirk Jowers, a longtime friend of Mitt Romney’s, and director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. ‘Tagg really devoted himself in 2007 and ’8, and has stayed engaged all the way through until now.’”
October 10, 2012: “Romney Son, Tagg, Takes Charge” by McKay Coppins (Buzzfeed.com) ”‘Second only to his mother, Tagg is probably the most trusted individual in Mitt’s life on political matters,’ said Kirk Jowers, a longtime friend of Mitt Romney’s, and director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. “Tagg really devoted himself in 2007 and ’8, and has stayed engaged all the way through until now.’”
October 10, 2012: “Voting A Patriotic Duty” by STAN ROSENZWEIG (City Weekley) “Kirk Jowers brings excellent news in his Oct. 4 letter [Outcome Not a Forgone Conclusion, City Weekly]. He cites a recent U of U survey showing that most students plan to vote. He gs on to encourage more Utahns to vote, because the results are not certain and every vote could sway the results. But there is another reason to vote: citizenship.”
October 10, 2012: “The Arab Awakening and Change in the Middle East” (Kera.org) ”How is the Arab Awakening changing the geopolitical dynamic in the Middle East and what might the future hold for Syria, Iran, and their neighbors? We’ll spend this hour with Roxane Farmanfarmaian, Affiliated Lecturer in International Relations of the Middle East and North Africa at the University of Cambridge and Middle East Fellow at the Hinckley Institute of Politics at University of Utah. She’s in town to speak to the World Affairs Council of Dallas Fort Worth.”
October 9, 2012: “Romney’s family open new campaign to ‘Let Mitt Be Mitt’” by John Daley (KSL) ”Romney supporter, Kirk Jowers also feels that the new campaign is a good move for Romney. ‘Ultimately, the candidate has to be him or herself,’ he said. ‘I think in the debate people saw that with Mitt and if he keeps that up, according to the polls, he should do very well.’” Story also published on Deseret News.
October 8, 2012: “Robert Bennett: Debate gave Romney a boost he needs” by Robert Bennett (Deseret News) ”Last Thursday morning, Republicans filled the airwaves and Internet with blogs, phone calls, emails and tweets that shared their joy over Mitt Romney’s dominating performance in the presidential debate the night before. Democrats, on the other hand, were spinning and making excuses, the most bizarre of which came from Al Gore, who said that Obama lost because he had not been in Denver long enough to become acclimated to its high altitude. Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and a Fellow at George Washington University’s School of Media and Public Affairs.”
October 8, 2012: “Consider the human costs of using the ‘military option” on Iran’s nuclear facilites) by Jasmin Ramsey (www.lobelog.com) ”‘The Ayatollah’s Nuclear Gamble’ is sponsored by Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics(http://www.hinckley.utah.edu/) and was authored by Khosrow B. Semnani (http://www.mec.utah.edu/?pageld4882), an Iranian-American engineer by training and philanthropost.”
October 8, 2012: “Radioactive fallout is likely if Iran hit, study says” by Howard Altman (Tampa Bay Online) ”According to a recent study by The University of Utah’s Hinckley School of Politics and Omid for Iran, exactly that. Fallout. Amont other consequences, enough radioactive fallout to kill about as many people perished in Nagasaki.”
October 8, 2012: “Vice presidential debate: Romney team tries to build on momentum” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret News) ”Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and a longtime Romney supporter, said the best the GOP ticket can hope for is to sustain the bump in the polls from the presidential debate. ‘At this point, all eyes are really on the top of the ticket. There’s no way the vice president can be as positive for the ticket as the president,’ he said. ‘Of course, the downside is always huge for either ticket.’
October 6, 2012: “Ansar al-Sharia: A New Salafi Jihadist Movement” by Ambassador John Price (Diplomatic Courier) ”If the world feared Osama bin Laden and his al-Qaeda network, wait until we see the outfall of the Arab Spring, which unleashed suppressed Salafist and Wahhabist imams in North Africa. Today their followers are attempting to take control of North Africa and the Arabian Peninsula, in their quest to create a caliphate under their brutal version of Sharia Islamic law. John Price former U.S. Ambassador is Resident Scholar at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics
October 5, 2012: “Time investigates Romney’s faith as election advantage” by Aaron Vaughn (Fox 13) ”Romney supporter Kirk Jowers, who is also with the Hinckley Institute of Politics, said, ‘that’s probably fair. His book is called ˜No Apology: The Case for American Greatness’. I think he certainly sees America if not ˜the’ great country, a great country that has great responsibility to lift the entire world in how it proclaims liberty and freedom abroad.’
October 5, 2012: “Hinckley Forum: Foreign Service” by Alexandra Burton (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”It is important for students interested in foreign service careers to get an early start, since the application process is rigorous, said Nelson Warr, staff assistant at the Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
October 5, 2012: “Why Do Candidates Have The Same Tag At The End Of Political Commercials?” (KUTV) ”While the phrase is a clear motif in American politics, Kirk Jowers with the Hinkley Institute of Politics says it’s only been around for 10 years.”
October 5, 2012: “LGBT community unveiling ˜borders’” Anne Plummer (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”Members of the LGBT community and gender-study students heard from a panel about immigration and sexuality issues at the Hinckley Institute of Politics on Thursday.”
October 4, 2012: “Political expert examines Presidential Debate” by Noah Bond (ABC 4) ” The Hinckley Institute of Politics and theUniversity of Utah associate director Tim Chambless graded President Obama and Gov. Mitt Romney during their first presidential debate.”
October 4, 2012: “Attack On Iranian Nuclear Program Could Lead To Up To 70,000 Civilian Casualties” by Doug Mataconis (Outside the Beltway) ” Experts believe the Isfahan uranium-conversion facility ” which contains an estimated 371 metric tons of uranium hexafluoride ” is one of the four Iranian sites likely to be targeted if Israel or the United States were to decide to take military action in an effort to delay or cripple Iran’s nuclear program. The University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and the NGO Omid for Iran teamed up to produce a study that concludes that a military strike on the facility could have tragic consequences for Maryam and thousands of other residents of her centrally located city, which has a population of 2 million.”
October 4, 2012: “Pres. debate evokes student response” by Topher Webb (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”Multiple locations were available across campus for students to watch the presidential debate between President Barack Obama and Republican nominee Mitt Romney Wednesday. Some watched at large, organized events and others in unorganized small groups. The Hinckley Institute of Politics hosted a screening of the debate in the Hinckley Caucus Room that filled to capacity.”
October 4, 2012: “U of U students react to presidential debate” by Cristina Rendon (ABC 4) ”Dozens of students gathered at the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah to watch the screening of the presidential debate Wednesday. The viewing was held in the Caucus Room and in the lobby of the Hinckley building to accommodate an overflow of students.”
October 3, 2012: “Outcome Not A Forgone Conclusion” by Kirk Jowers (City Weekly) ”At the Hinckley Institute of Politics, we’re observing the exact opposite response. In fact, the results of our University of Utah straw poll conducted last week with a sample of 1,510 freshmen, sophomore, juniors, seniors and graduate students is cause for great optimism”particularly considering 18- to 25-year-olds are traditionally one of the lowest-voting demographics.”
October 3, 2012: “U students grade the big debate” by Aaron Vaughn and Max Roth (Fox 13) ”The University of Utah turned the first presidential debate into a combination pizza party/symposium in the Hinckley Institute of Politics caucus room. The crowd was overflowing, with seats set up in the lobby of Orson Spencer Hall in front of a second large-screen television.”
Octobetr 3, 2012: “Utah students weigh in on a debate filled with substance” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret News) ”‘I was extremely surprised “ and pleasantly surprised “ at how Mitt Romney did,’ Smith said following a debate watching party at the university’s Hinckley Institute of Politics that attracted some 175 students.”
October 2, 2012: “Study: Thousands Would Die in an Attack on Iran’s Nuclear Sites” by Golnaz Esfandiari (The Atlantic) ”Now a new report is trying to answer that question. Experts believe the Isfahan uranium-conversion facility — which contains an estimated 371 metric tons of uranium hexafluoride — is one of the four Iranian sites likely to be targeted if Israel or the United States were to decide to take military action in an effort to delay or cripple Iran’s nuclear program. The University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and the NGO Omid for Iran teamed up to produce a study that concludes that a military strike on the facility could have tragic consequences for Maryam and thousands of other residents of her centrally located city, which has a population of 2 million.”
October 2, 2012: “Study: Thousands Would Die In Attack On Iran’s Nuclear Facilities” by Ben Armbruster (Think Progress) ”The University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and the NGO Omid for Iran has concluded in a new report that bombing Iran’s nuclear facilities in an attempt to delay its nuclear progress would kill thousands of Iranians and severely injure tens or perhaps hundreds of thousands more.”
October 1, 2012: “Robert Bennett: Is the presidential election over?” by Robert Bennett (Deseret News) ”This week’s conventional wisdom is that the presidential campaign is over. “Mitt Romney is in a death spiral, caused by his own ineptness, and Barack Obama is beginning to coast. The proof is in the polls.”
October 1, 2012: “Ten Days of Briefs on the Top Issues” (Utah Foundation) ”Tune in to KUER public radio (FM 90.1) starting on Monday, October 1st! We’re creating a 10-day series on the top 10 issues for this election year from our Utah Priorities Survey. The spots will air during their morning local news breaks at 7:33 and 8:33 a.m. Utah Foundation is also co-sponsoring a series of hour-long candidate forums produced by KUER’s RadioWest talk show talk show and the Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
October 1, 2012: “U.S., China still strong in competition” by Lesedi Botite (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”The United States and China, two worldwide powerhouses, each have their own leadership strengths and weaknesses in the economic, military and political sense, said a speaker at the Hinckley Institute of Politics on Friday.”
October 1, 2012: ” Utah Foundation Launches 10-Day Series of Policy Briefs of Voters’ Top Issues” (Utah Policy) “Each gubernatorial election year since 2004, Utah Foundation organizes the Utah Priorities Project in partnership with the Hinckley Institute of Politics to identify what voters view as the top ten issues for the election year.”
September 29, 2012: “Scruggs: Civility and political compromise” by H.E. “Bud” Scruggs (Salt Lake Tribune) ”With this in mind, I was drawn to a story in The Tribune last week, which reported on a lecture by Norman Ornstein and Thomas Mann at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. According to the article, the speakers presented a thesis from their new book advocating moderation in politics and railing against extremism.”
September 28, 2012 “Military Strike to Have ‘Devestating’ Impact on Democracy in Iran” (Eurasia Review) ”A military strike against Iran’s nuclear facilities would have a devastating effect on those who dream of democracy in Iran, says a new study titled The Ayatollah’s Nuclear Gamble by Khosrow B. Semnani, published by the Hinckley Institute of Politics, University of Utah and Omid for Iran.”
September 28, 2012 “German Politics discussed at forum” by Blake Belden (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”The conflict in Syria was at the forefront of a forum held at the Hinckley Institute of Politics on Thursday. Peter Ammon, the ambassador from Germany to the United States, said the conflict is a religious war, which historically are hard to bring to an end.”
September 27, 2012: “Obama up, Romney down in polls ” ds it matter?” by Josh Furlong (KSL) ”‘The thing you look for in polls are trends, and then you try to figure out what those trends mean,’ said Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics. ‘Some of the polls that talk about whether the country is on the right track or wrong track, whether they believe the economy is getting better, with those type of right track questions, it sometimes gets to the heart of what people feel without them trying to protect or harm their candidate of choice.’”
September 27, 2012: “What 371 metric tons of uranium hexafluoride could mean to Iranians” by Gordon Lubold (Foreign Policy)“Semnani is not well known in Washington. But we’re told by an independent expert on Iran that Semnani, a scientist, went to “considerable lengths” to make his model as realistic as the available data allows. He funded his own research but the report was published by the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and Semnani’s Omid for Iran.”
September 27, 2012: “How Many Civilians Would Be Killed in an Attack on Iran’s Nuclear Sites?” by Azadeh Moaveni (Time World)“Beyond those initially killed in a potential strike, the Iranian government’s lack of readiness for handling wide-scale radiation exposure could exponentially raise the death toll, Semnani says. His study, published by the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and the nongovernmental organization Omid for Iran, outlines Iran’s poor record of emergency response and notes that its civilian casualties from natural disasters like earthquakes have been far greater than those suffered during similar disasters in better prepared countries like Turkey.”
September 26, 2012: “Howell: students crucial to future community” by Anna Drysdale (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”Politicians often speak about reaching across the aisle to get things done in Washington. Scott Howell, a Democrat who is challenging incumbent Republican Sen. Orrin Hatch for his long-held seat, spoke at the Hinckley Institute of Politics on Tuesday to convince students he is the man for the job.”
September 25, 2012: “Majority of U students voting blue” by Emily Andrews (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”Nelson Warr, a senior in political science and economics and a student administrator at the Hinckley Institute of Politics, said he was surprised to find that Gov. Gary Herbert, a Republican, overtook Democratic candidate Peter Cooke by 7‰percent.”
September 25, 2012: “Howell to emphasize higher ed importance” by Carolyn Webber (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”To help students keep track of political hopefuls in the various races, the Hinckley Institute of Politics is bringing local candidates to campus.”
September 24, 2012: “Robert Bennett: President is not omnipotent, honesty needed in campaign” by Robert Bennett (Deseret News) ”As the campaign enters its most frenetic period, when millions of dollars will be spent and millions of words will be spoken, we should remember this fundamental truth: as important and powerful as the president is, he is not a comic book superhero who personally determines the fate of the nation at every level.”
September 22, 2012: “Romney has several Utah power players in key spots” by Thomas Burr (Salt Lake Tribune) Josh Romney has hinted before at a possible political run of his own and was considering running in Utah’s gubernatorial race two years ago as the running mate toKirk Jowers, the head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and a longtime friend of Mitt Romney. The bid never happened, but Josh Romney hasn’t ruled out putting his name on a future ballot.
September 20, 2012: “Center matches students with fitting leadership opportunities” by Topher Webb (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”On Wednesday, directors from the Bennion Community Service Center and the Hinckley Institute of Politics let students know how to get involved in the community and the government at a Hinckley Forum.”
September 20, 2012: “Utah’s youth could use more sex education, not less” Kyler Bowers (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”Last week, members of the Utah PTA on campus at the Hinckley Institute of Politics described the uphill battle to keep comprehensive sex education in the state. Powerful interest groups, including the far-right, socially conservative Eagle Forum, lobbied the Legislature heavily to pass the anti-sex education bill.”
September 20, 2012: “Students should pursue degrees with skill sets” by Matt Stern (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”With a strong emphasis placed on internships and hands-on experience, offices such as the Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program and the Hinckley Institute of Politics allow students to pursue their passions, while building skill sets that will allow them to succeed after they graduate.”
September 17, 2012: “Ambassador explains roles, economic triangle in Peru” by Topher Webb (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”Harold Forsyth, Peru’s ambassador to the United States, told students about the relationship between the two countries in matters of security and the economy at the Hinckley Institute of Politics on Friday.”
September 17, 2012: “Romney in Utah Tuesday for big fundraisers” by Richard Piatt (KSL) ”Longtime Romney confidant Kirk Jowers with the Hinckley Institute of Politics predicts a lot of support for the Republican presidential candidate. University of Utah senior Nelson Warr plans to volunteer at Tuesday’s event. Because of that, Warr says, Utah voters understand the quest for money and a tight schedule. ‘Because of where we are, because of the kind of state we live in, we’re not a battleground,’ said Warr. ‘But that’s OK. We still believe in the message, we can still help out in other ways.’”
September 17, 2012: “Mitt Romney to dash for cash in Utah amid swing states stops, debate prep” by Dennis Romboy (Deseret News)“Utahns are energized about (Romney) because they know him to some extent. Whether they’ve met him personally, they know what he did for our Olympics. They feel a kinship toward him.’ Jowers called Utah ‘reliably supportive’ of Romney, noting many contributors had never given to a political campaign before.’
September 17, 2012: “Robert Bennett: Lessons learned from embassy attack” by Robert Benneett (Deseret News) ”One lesson that both campaigns can take from last week’s 9/11 attacks in Libya, where the U. S. Ambassador was killed, and Egypt, where the U. S. Embassy was stormed, is, ‘Wait for the facts before speaking out.’”
September 17, 2012: “Documentary asks ‘so what?’ about Mitt’s Mormonism” by Joseph Walker (Deseret News) ”But it ds, said Kirk Jower, director of the Hinckley Institute, who participated in the panel discussion. ‘You can’t stop people from having their own belief about who represents them the best,’ Jowers said. ‘When they walk into the voting booth, they are going to decide who to vote for, and if that decision is based on religious preference, there’s nothing that can stop them from doing that. But that’s a different thing than an official religious test constitutionally.’
September 14, 2012: “Romney schedules first stop in Utah since nomination” by Aaron Vaughn (Fox 13) ”Longtime Romney supporter and Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, Kirk Jowers says Utah is good to Romney. ‘Utah knows Romney, and so we have always been very solidly behind him. There are some states that are trying to get to know him and so you see him go up and you see him go down. That will probably continue until at least that first debate when more of the country will finally make up their mind. They know what they think about Obama and they’re still trying to figure out what they think about Romney, Jowers said.
September 12, 2012: “Utah lacking strong political role models” by Matt Stern (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”This illustration came in the form of a speech at the Hinckley Institute of Politics. The speech made it clear that even Utah’s most successful democrat was having a real problem connecting with and inspiring his audience.”
September 12, 2012: “Election Profile: Donna McAleer” by Eric Peterson (City Weekly) ”After participating in an event by the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and the YWCA’s Utah’s Real Women Run event in 2012, McAleer wrote a blog for the group, urging women to fill the seats of power if they really wanted to change their worlds. McAleer ended the blog by sounding a note that now is the time for women to run.”
September 2012: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers was interviewed by Poltic regarding the Republican National Convention.
September 12, 2012: Thomas E. Mann and Norman Ornsterin 2012 Hinckley Institute of Politics Fellows were interviewed on KCPW.
September 12, 2012: “Where Are The Voters?” by Katharine Biele (City Weekly) ”As November nears, you can only wonder why no one in the state is really interested in voting. But maybe it’s not such a mystery. Even Hinckley Institute of Politics director Kirk Jowers says voters just think the outcome is a forgone conclusion, so why vote?”
September 12, 2012: “Mitt Romney criticized for response to attack on Libya” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret News) ”Ornstein and Mann spoke Wednesday at a forum sponsored by the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics about their book, which blames Republicans for the current dysfunction in Washington, D.C.”
Septem ber 12, 2012: “Authors: Politics of no compromise threatens country” by David Montero (Satl Lake Tribune) ”For about five minutes Wednesday, Norman Ornstein did a little stand-up comedy before a crowd of around 250 at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. That’s because the remaining 55 minutes of the lecture was a sobering riff on his and Thomas Mann’s politically apocalyptic-titled book, “It’s Even Worse Than It Looks: How the American Constitutional System Collided with the New Politics of Extremism.”
September 12, 2012: Thomas E. Mann and Norman Ornsterin 2012 Hinckley Institute of Politics Fellows were interviewed by Doug Wright, KSL.
September 11, 2012: Thomas E. Mann and Norman Ornsterin 2012 Hinckley Institute of Politics Fellows were interviewed in RadioWest with Doug Fabrizio.
September 10, 2012: “Opinion: Conventions brought respite from brutal campaigns” by Kirk Jowers (KSL) ”The national conventions have been a needed respite from an otherwise wrenching presidential campaign. We have finally been treated to the two sides’ love for America and enumerated qualifications to lead it, rather than their hateful vitriol of the opposing candidate and party.”
September 10, 2012: “State of the Race: Polls tighten as presidential debates loom” by John Daley (KSL) ”Now, the focus turns to a series of presidential debates ” the first in just one month. ‘It looks like the first one will be the ball game, because that’s the one where I think people will finally solidify their thoughts on these two men,’ said Kirk Jowers of the Hinckley Institute of Politics.’”
September 10, 2012: “It’s Even Worse Than It Looks” by Doug Fabrizio (NPR) ”Mann and Ornstein are in Utah as guests of The Hinckley Institute of Politics and the Marriott Library at the University of Utah. This Wednesday at 12:15 p.m., they’ll give a lecture at the library’s Gould Auditorium (Map). It’s part of the international September Project. For more information click here.”
September 10, 2012: “Sex ed debate becomes lesson for future Utah leaders” by Lisa Schencker (Salt Lake Tribune) ”Tim Chambless, aHinckley Institute associate professor, said he intended the forum to give his students an actual political scenario to think about. ‘Where possible, I want to give my students a real-life case study rather than a hypothetical,’ Chambless said. ‘I want my students to think critically with the hope that they’ll then problem solve.’”
September 10, 2012: “Nevada email prompts Mormon church to reaffirm neutrality stand” by Thomas Burr (Salt Lake Tribune) ”Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and a Romney adviser, says both the LDS Church and the Romney campaign have been careful not to cross any lines.”
September 4, 2012: “Hinckley straw poll brief” by Emily Andrews (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”The Hinckley Institute of Politics is gearing up for the presidential election season with a straw poll, designed to give students a chance to participate in a mock election before the real thing rolls around in November.”
September 2, 2012: “Democratic congressman Matheson to avoid partisan politics of convention, will stay in Utah” (The Associated Press)“Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, said Matheson has spent much of his political career building an image of a politician who isn’t beholden to his party. ‘Some people take issue whether that’s true when it counts, but it’s a big part of his image,’ Jowers said, noting that if Matheson did attend, and speak, he’d have to keep an even, restrained tone and resist the partisan politics that are typical of conventions.”
September 2, 2012: “Scott Howell criticizes Orrin Hatch on education” by Dennis Romboy (KSL) ”‘Education is not Democrat versus Republican,’ he said Wednesday Aug. 29 at a news conference at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. ‘It’s about doing the right things for the right reason for our kids.’”
August 31, 2012: “Mayor Love not catering to students” by Anna Drysdale (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”Rep. Jim Matheson, a Democrat who represents Utah’s second district and will oppose Love in the new district this November, commented on Love’s stance at a forum at theHinckley Institute of Politics on Thursday.”
August 31, 2012: Political expert examines Romney’s RNC speech” by Noah Bond (ABC 4) ”ABC 4 spoke with Tim Chambless who works in the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah to break apart Gov. Mitt Romney’s verbal language as he accepted the Republican nomination for President of the United States.”
August 31, 2012: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers was interviewed on KSL News Radio regarding the use of social media in the presidential campaigns.
August 31, 2012: “Matheson keeps focus local, won’t attend Democratic convention” by Paul Nelson (KSL) ”Political analysts say Matheson isn’t really missing anything by avoiding the conventions. In fact, attending one could actually hurt him. Hinckley Institute of Politics Director Kirk Jowers said Matheson has spent a lot of time creating an image of not being beholden to his party. ‘Some people take issue whether that’s true, when it counts, but, it’s a big part of his image,’ Jowers said.”
August 30, 2012: “Hinckley: Lobbying the Utah Legislature” by Topher Webb (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”Two lobbyists discussed common misconceptions about campaigning, such as state legislators’ texting habits, on Wednesday at the Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
August 30, 2012: “Romney’s road to the GOP nomination began when his father lost his own White House bid” by Thomas Burr – Salt Lake Tribune (Independentmail.com) “Kirk Jowers, a Romney friend and supporter and head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, says Romney followed a path similar to his father’s but with the added bonus of not having to blaze it. ‘He saw his father’s success in politics and public service, so he saw how much could be accomplished,’ Jowers says. ‘I’m sure he absorbed a lot of lessons from his parents’ losses, but there have been so many successes as well that he certainly had a balanced view.’”
August 30, 2012: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers was interviewed by several local, national, and international radio and television stations while attending the 2012 Republican National Convention in Tampa, Florida.
August 29, 2012: “Defeat, Introspection, Reinvention, Nomination” by Michael Barbaro (New York Times) ”Mr. Romney’s book, ‘No Apology,’ published in March 2010, was a forceful conservative manifesto: an argument for preserving America’s military supremacy, free-market economic edge and energy independence. ‘He wanted his vision for American to be pretty black and white, which was probably inspired by people calling him a flip-flopper,’ said Kirk Jowers, a family friend.”
August 29, 2012: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers was interviewed by several local, national, and international radio and television stations while attending the 2012 Republican National Convention in Tampa, Florida.
August 28, 2012: “The Red Kool-Aid Stand: Delegates Bear Testimonies In Tampa” by Mike Winder (City Weekly) ”The only complaint at the service project was by us Ute fans who were bothered that Sean Reyes led the singing of the BYU fight song during the event (I know at least Kirk Jowers and I would have rather heard ‘Utah Man’).”
August 28, 2012: “Die schrecklich nette Familie Romney” by Sabine Muscat (Financial Times Deutschland) ”Was Familienwerte angeht, haben die Mormonen, die früh heiraten und große Familien haben, Amerikas Konservativen viel zu bieten. Romney sei “altmodisch” und ein anständiger Mann, lobt Kirk Jowers, Delegierter aus Utah, der den Kandidaten durch die mormonische Gemeinde kennt. Er glaubt, dass die Öffentlichkeit dem oft als Kult abgelehnten Mormonentum heute offener gegenüberstehe als 2008.”
August 28, 2012: “Rep. Chaffetz speech gets big cheer at RNC ” from Utahns” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret News) ”Utah delegate Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, said it’s not likely the speech by Chaffetz had much impact outside the state.’It’s certainly a big honor for him to have been chosen, so the recognition absolutely registers’ in Utah, Jowers said, noting most convention speeches carry far more downside than upside.”
August 28, 2012: “Mike Winder’s Convention Diary – ‘Mo-mentum and Mitt-mentum’” by Mike Winder (Utah Policy.com) ”The only complaint at the service project was by us Ute fans who were bothered that Sean Reyes led the singing of the BYU fight song during the event (I know at least Kirk Jowers and I would have rather heard ‘Utah Man’).”
August 28, 2012: “Mia Love speech at Republican National Convention ‘pitch perfect’ on national stage” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret News) ”Utah delegate Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, said a lot of people know who Love is after her speech. ‘I hope her website is ready to get a lot of donations. They’ll probably be coming in fast and furious,’ Jowers said, adding that she understands there’s still a lot of work ahead.”
August 28, 2012: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers was interviewed by several local, national, and international radio and television stations while attending the 2012 Republican National Convention in Tampa, Florida.
August 27, 2012: “For Utahns, Romney is a good candidate and good friend” by Thomas Burr (Salt Lake Tribune) ”Beyond some friends Romney has in Utah’s convention group, there’re also some with closer ties: Rep. Jason Chaffetz has served as a surrogate for Romney across the country; Kirk Jowers, the head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, worked as a lawyer for a pro-Romney political action committee; and Taylor Leavitt is the son of ex-Utah Gov. Mike Leavitt who is now heading up Romney’s transition team should he win the White House.”
August 27, 2012: “GOP Hopes House Hopeful Will ‘Change Impressions’” by Terry Gildea (NPR) ”Kirk Jowers, executive director of theHinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, says the national GOP spotlight on Love is an attempt by the party to shed its white male image. ‘Certainly the African-American vote is going the wrong way for them, [and] the Hispanic vote has been going the wrong way for Republicans,’ Jowers says. ‘So where they can find people like Mayor Love, individuals who don’t fit a stereotype that Republicans don’t want applied to them, I think they are going to make extra efforts to bring them into the fold.’”
August 26, 2012: “GOP Hopes House Hopeful Will ‘Change Impressions’” by Terry Gildea (NPR) ”Kirk Jowers, executive director of theHinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, says the national GOP spotlight on Love is an attempt by the party to shed its white male image. ‘Certainly the African-American vote is going the wrong way for them, [and] the Hispanic vote has been going the wrong way for Republicans,’ Jowers says. ‘So where they can find people like Mayor Love, individuals who don’t fit a stereotype that Republicans don’t want applied to them, I think they are going to make extra efforts to bring them into the fold.’”
August 26, 2012: “Utah GOP benefits from Romney ties at convention” by Lisa Riley Roche (KSL) ”Utah Delegate and Hinckley Institute of Politics director Kirk Jowers says that this is an especially crucial time for Romney to win supporters, as he looks to topple President Barack Obama.With the stage set for Romney at the convention ” though he won’t arrive until mid-week ” the build-up surrounding his Thursday night acceptance speech has already started. ‘Everyone knows and has an opinion on Obama at this point,’ Jowers said. ‘So the variable is Romney. It’s growing, but this is really the time when they decide, ‘do we love him? Is he competent?’ and if the convention gs well, all those answers should be there.’”
August 26, 2012: “Mia Love, Jason Chaffetz in the GOP convention spotlight” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret News) “Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and a GOP delegate to the convention, said Love is the one to watch since Chaffetz is an established name in the party. ‘This is just a chance to kind of solidify his status. For Mia, she is all potential in most people’s eyes,’ Jowers said. ’If this were the NBA, Jason is an established star in the league. And Mia is potentially a first-round draft pick and that’s always more exciting.’
August 26, 2012: “Aug. 26: GOP convention, criminal justice, and Utah’s highways” by Richard Piatt (KSL) ”For what to expect this week, Sunday Edition has Lisa Riley Roche, political reporter for the Deseret News, Bob Bernick, political reporter for Utah Policy, andKirk Jowers from the Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
August 24, 2012: “Romney gets Utah support at RNC convention” by Aaron Vaughn (Fox 13) ”‘He’s absolutely critical. Romney trusts his hunch his instincts his wisdom,’ said University of Utah Hinkley Institute spokesman Kirk Jowers.”
August 23, 2012: “Ferret in the Dishwasher: Mitt Romney Non-Insult of the Tea Party” by David Weigel (Slate) ”Today, Grunwald’s mothership magazine runs an excerpt from the book that gets into the GOP base’s rejection of the program, and of Republicans who voted for TARP. The star is Sen. Bob Bennett [Resident Scholar at the Hinckley Institute of Poltiics], who lost at the 2010 nominating convention even after getting Mitt Romney to campaign for him.
August 23, 2012: “Speakers give U interactive experience with politics:” by Carolyn Webber (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”The U’s Hinckley Institute of Politics will soon open its doors for the year to a broad spectrum of leaders, including congressmen, ambassadors, authors and scholars from around the world. The institute has a storied history of hosting well-known speakers, with past guests including former President Bill Clinton, former Gov. Mitt Romney, Sen. John McCain and numerous foreign ambassadors. September will bring more presenters to campus to discuss current issues with students.”
August 22, 2012: “CBO report predicts another economic recession on the way” by Richard Piatt (KSL) ”The CBO report is coming at a key time in the political campaign season. Even if easing into higher taxes may be responsible and more palatable than the cliff, theHinckley Institute’s Kirk Jowers says it’s a ‘no-no’ subject. ‘This is the worst possible time to have these types of potential consequences looming,’ said Jowers, ‘because no one from either party has any interest in solving any problems. It’s all about November, and then they’ll solve the problem.’”
August 22, 2012: “Rep. Jason Chaffetz gets speaking slot at GOP convention” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret News) ”Rep. Jason Chaffetz, R-Utah, at the Hinckley Institute of Politics in Salt Lake City on Aug. 22, 2011. Chaffetz is set to speak Monday at the Republican National Convention.”
August 22, 2012: “Board combats political apathy” by Emily Andrews (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”To combat this apathy, Sadler is organizing a series of forums set to run in October with the Hinckley Institute of Politics. The forums will feature local candidates such as Gov. Gary Herbert, Democratic gubernatorial candidate Peter Cooke, Republican congressional candidate Mia Love, Sen. Scott Matheson, Sen. Orrin Hatch and Democratic Senate candidate Scott Howell.”
August 22, 2012: ” Primetime speakers include Gov. Susana Martinez, Utah’s Mia Love” by Paul Foy – Associated Press (Voxxi.com)“Love’s speaking engagement is ‘a big deal’ that shows the party is behind her, said Kirk Jowers of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. Jowers likened Love’s potential opportunity to President Barack Obama’s breakthrough Democratic convention speech in 2004.”
August 21, 2012: “Mia Love gets prime speaking slot at GOP convention; U.S. Chamber of Commerce endorses Rep. Jim Matheson” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret News) “Kirk Jowers, president of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, said this is an honor for Love. ‘It’s a big deal and shows that the party is really behind her,’ he said.”
August 21, 2012: Kirk Jowers, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics was interviewed by the Norwegian Daily Dagsavisen re: mormonism and politics.
August 21, 2012: “Mia Love to speak at GOP national convention” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret News) ”Kirk Jowers, president of theHinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, said this is an honor for Love. ‘It’s a big deal and shows that the party is really behind her,’ he said.”
August 21, 2012: Kirk Jowers, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics was interviewed by France 5 TB regarding the US presidential campaign.
August 21, 2012: Kirk Jowers, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics was interviewed on KSL re: the sudden surge of Medicare talk on the campaign trail.
August 21, 2012: “Utah’s Mia Love to speak at Republican convention” (Associated Press) ”Kirk Jowers of the University of Utah’sHinckley Institute of Politics called the speaking engagement “a big deal” and says it shows the party is behind her.”
August 21, 2012: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers was interviewed live on KSL News Radio’s Morning News with Grant and Amanda regarding the upcoming the Medicare debate.
August 20, 2012: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers was interviewed on KSL News Radio regarding the lack of military service by the presidential and vice-presidential candidates.
August 20, 2012: “Get relevant experience and volunteer with a local political campaign” by Arielle Newman (Daily Utah Chronicle) “As a U student, you can get the added benefit of receiving internship credit for working on political campaigns. The Hinckley Institute of Politics, located in OSH, has an amazing internship program. The institute can help set you up with internships on campaigns so you can attain college credit for your volunteer hours.”
August 20, 2012: “Utah Honors grad from Mexico achieves dream of education” by Brian Maffly (Salt Lake Tribune) ” Eduardo Reyes-Chavez was 11 when a ’coyote’ spirited him across the U.S. border to start a new life with his mom in Salt Lake City. At the time, he knew three words of English. In college, his excellent grades opened many doors for internships [with the Hinckley Institute of Politics], but his illegal status prevented him from leaving Utah. Reyes-Chavez and his sister obtained U.S. residency in 2009 after their mother married a legal resident.”
August 20, 2012: “Robert Bennett: Breaking down the 2012 vice presidency” by Robert Bennett (Deseret News) ”The topic of the moment is the vice presidency. Should President Barack Obama dump J Biden in favor of Hillary Clinton? Is Mitt Romney’s choice of Paul Ryan a good one? Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and a Fellow at George Washington University’s School of Media and Public Affairs.”
August 13, 2012: “Robert Bennett: Deciphering voter sentiment from polls” by Robert Bennett (Deseret News) ”After showing a statistical tie for months, the presidential polls have taken a dramatic turn ” at least for a moment. As I write this, CNN has Obama ahead by 9 and Rasmussen has Romney ahead by 4, with both polls taken during the exact same time period. What is going on? Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and a Fellow at George Washington University’s School of Media and Public Affairs.”
August 13, 2012: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers appeared live in KSL TV studio on the Morning News Today show to discuss Mitt Romney’s Paul Ryan vice presidential pick.
August 13, 2012: “Like father like son: Both Huntsmans say Romney should release taxes” by Robert Gehrke and Matt Canham (Salt Lake Tribune) ”Kirk Jowers, a Romney adviser and University of Utah political science professor, speaking to Huntsman Sr.’s comments, said Romney shouldn’t release any more than he has already committed to turning over. ‘I have a lot of respect for Mr. Huntsman, but in this case the political realities dictate that Romney should not give the Obama team any more fuel to the fire to run negative and untrue ads,’ Jowers said.”
August 13, 2012: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers appeared live in KSL Radio studio on the Grant & Amanda show to discuss Mitt Romney’s Paul Ryan vice presidential pick.
August 11, 2012:Paul Ryan-Mitt Romney ticket draws praise from Utah politicos who call Ryan a serious choice” by Jasen Lee (Deseret News) ”‘In my mind, what Ryan brings that no one else did was an actual roadmap to fix the economy and to get us back to a more fiscally responsible way of going forward, said Kirk Jowers, Romney supporter and director of Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah. “Ryan puts it (the race) squarely in Romney’s court. It’s about jobs and it’s about fixing this deficit.’”
August 10, 2012: “Romney will announce VP Saturday; speculation abounds” by Richard Piatt (KSL) ”It could be one of the best kept secrets in a while: Not even close confidants like the Hinckley Institute’s Kirk Jowers has a clue.”
August 10, 2012: “Utah’s politics on global warming” by John Daley (KSL) ”Hinckley Institute of Politics Director Kirk Jowers said the dynamics of the issue have changed considerably. ‘In 2008, it was a big issue in the presidential election and down ticket,’ Jowers said. ‘This election it’s been a complete non-issue.’”
August 6, 2012: “McAdams deserves student vote” by Arielle Newman (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”Ben McAdams, the Democratic candidate for Salt Lake County Mayor, was born and raised right here in Utah and attended the U. He likes to say that politics is in his blood because he sold his plasma to pay for his political science degree. After an inspiring internship with the Hinckley Institute of Politics, McAdams worked on his first campaign.”
August 6, 2012: “Hinckley promotes diversity in education” by Anne Plummer (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”Every year the Hinckley Institute of Politics gives more than $700,000 to provide the U with competitive internships in the community, nation and around the world. These internships include opportunities such as working with the White House in Washington D.C., creating sustainable programs in Bolivia, working in the Australian or German Parliament and developing sustainable projects in Tanzania.”
August 6, 2012: “Robert Bennett: It’s time we all ‘Face the Facts’” by Robert Bennett (Deseret News) ”When I first became interested in politics, virtually all political information was in the newspapers, with a little bit more available on the radio. Then came national television, with its three networks offering nightly news, followed by cable channels offering news and commentary 24 hours a day. Next, the internet stimulated the rise of opinion blogs of an indeterminate number, followed by social media which makes it possible for a political claim to “go viral” to millions of computer, tablet and smart phone screens in a matter of a few hours. In today’s campaigns, all of these methods of distributing one’s message are being used simultaneously. Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and a Fellow at George Washington University’s School of Media and Public Affairs.”
August 3, 2012: “Politicos opine on whether Mitt Romney’s overseas gaffes will hurt campaign” by Dennis Romboy (Deseret News) ”‘In Utah, it will have no effect. Nationally, it won’t have a negative impact, but it probably didn’t give him the positive (publicity) it could have,’ said Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah Hinckley Institute of Politics and a Romney adviser.”
August 2, 2012: “Utah gives Obama lowest marks of his presidency” by Matt Canham (Salt Lake Tribune) ”Or as Kirk Jowers, a Republican who runs the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and is an adviser to the Romney campaign, puts it: ‘It sounds like 26 percent had very low expectations or were not in Utah when Romney ran the Olympics.’”
July 30, 2012: “Utah VFW Lauds University of Utah’s efforts on behalf of Veterans” (Utah VFW “The VFW and the University have maintained positive relations for many years. Utilizing the University’s Hinckley Institute of Politics internship program, more than one dozen University of Utah students have interned in the National VFW’s Washington, D.C office. Two of those interns, Steve Glauser and Brian Wotring, published articles in the Hinckley Journal of Politics, working closely with VFW staff to research Veterans and military issues.”
July 26, 2012: Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics was interviewed live on Doug Wright re: Mitt Romeny’s foreign travels.
July 25, 2012: “Supporters of Ted Cruz’s tea party role models Rand Paul, Mike Lee see influence but not results” by Todd Gillman (Dallas News) ”Business groups and universities grumble about the new reality, as they do in Kentucky, where Paul also shuns spending carve-outs. But ‘the irony is that over the last two years, whether we had Bennett or Lee we would have had exactly the same number of earmarks, which is zero,’ noted Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
July 24, 2012: “Mia Love Clips at Incumbent Jim Matheson’s Heels in Utah’s 4th Congressional District” by Lauren Fox (US News) ”‘Utah has gone from one of the highest voter turnout states to one of the lowest and the Romney Tsunami will probably correct that,’ says Kirk Jowers, the director of the Hinckley Center for Politics at the University of Utah. ‘There will be so many more voters for Romney that it could end Matheson’s winning streak.’”
July 17, 2012: “Wage disparities hurt Utah women” by Mary Mellor (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”I had the opportunity to speak with Gov. Gary Herbert four days after the Bureau’s labor study was released, when he came to the Hinckley Institute. When I asked Gov. Herbert about wage disparity and the hurdles women face, he said: Equal pay already exists. It’s a non-issue in Utah today.”
July 16, 2012: “Utahns with connection to Olympics side with Romney on Bain debate” by John Daley (KSL) “Romney supporter Kirk Jowers says both sides are looking to inflict damage on the other. ‘It’s hurting Romney a little bit right now and has the capacity to hurt him in the long run, but it’s also hurting Obama because I think people are looking more for solutions than accusations,’ Jowers said.”
July 16, 2012: “Photo IDs may be inconvenient, but they help prevent voter fraud” by Robert Bennett (Deseret News) ”An increasing number of states have passed laws requiring voter ID at the polls. When a Republican legislator in Pennsylvania recently said that their ID law would enable Mitt Romney to win the state, Democrats pounced, insisting that the remark proved that Republicans were using fears of ‘vote fraud’ ” which Democrats insist is non-existent ” to engage in ‘voter intimidation,’ a blanket term that covers anything that impacts the ability to vote. Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’sHinckley Institute of Politics and a Fellow at George Washington University’s School of Media and Public Affairs.”
July 10, 2012: “Utah: Very Republican, but Not Quite as Conservative as It Appears” by Nate Silver (NY Times Blog) ”Today we continue our Presidential Geography series, a one-by-one examination of the peculiarities that drive the politics in all 50 states and the District of Columbia. Today’s stop: Utah, the Beehive State. FiveThirtyEight spoke with Tim Chambless, a political science professor with the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah.”
July 8, 2012: “How ds Love stack up against previous Matheson challengers?” by Dennis Romboy (Deseret News) ”‘Mayor Love will be a far more difficult matchup for Matheson than his past opponents because she is likable, charismatic and has no record of votes and/or message bills that can be used against her,’ said Kirk Jowers, head of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the U.”
June 27, 2012: “State GOP chairman says negative advertising “damages the system” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret News) ”University of Utah political science [and Hinckley Institute of Politics] professor Tim Chambless said even though the negative advertising appeared to work in the attorney general’s primary race, it could backfire in the general election.”
June 26, 2012: “Mia Love has her sights set on congressional seat” by Krissah Thompson (Daily Herald) ”‘It is unprecedented. It is astonishing,’ said Tim Chambless, an associate professor of political science at University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.” Story also here.
June 24, 2012: “Constitution Party readies for its Tuesday primary” by Julian Reyes (Deseret News) ”Tim Chambless, an associate professor of political science at the University of Utah and and part of the Hinckley Institute of politics, said the Constitution Party’s purpose is usually not to win, but to try to send out its political message.”
June 24, 2012: “Sen. Hatch Faces ‘Youth Movement’ In Utah Primary” by Terry Gildea (NPR) ”‘Liljenquist was always hoping to win this thing in convention or at least get rid of Hatch as they were able to do with Bennett,’ said Kirk Jowers, executive director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah. ‘Because once you get to the primary, people know Hatch, they’re used to him and Hatch has all the money. It made the numbers game almost impossible for Liljenquist.’” Story also here.
June 24, 2012: “One for the Money: Republican Donors Put Big Dollars Behind Romney” (Jakarta Globe) ”‘James Baker has always been one of my hers,’ said Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics and Federal Relations at the University of Utah in Salt Lake City and a long-time Romney supporter. ‘It’s like Jim Baker or Bono.’”
June 21, 2012: “Race for Utah’s attorney general heats up with super PAC’s attack ad” by Wendy Leonard (Deseret News) ”Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, said that with little accountability, super PACs exist to be negative. Candidates, he said, are expected by the public to portray civility and don’t typically go into the negative aspects of a campaign themselves. ‘Super PACs try to rip down the other candidate and that heightens the cynicism, heightens the apathy of people wanting to get involved and makes it really difficult for us to trust anyone who is elected, even when they are both great people potentially,’ Jowers said.”
June 19, 2012: “Study: Utah’s Voter Turnout Continues to Drop” by Bob Bernick (Utah Policy) ”The ailing Larry H. Miller was named as chair, but he passed away during the study and Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, took over the chairmanship.”
June 18, 2012: “Lt. Gov. Greg Bell plays golf at the Utah Hospitals Tournament, participates in a Hinckley Institute seminar then sits in on the Commission on Civic and Character Education.” (Political Cornflakes)
June 18 2012: “Citizens United had an impact in Wisconsin recall” by Robert Bennett (Deseret News) ”Ever since it was rendered, the Citizens United decision by the Supreme Court has been hammered by commentators who lean left. They say it has tilted the money balance in politics irretrievably in favor of corporations and right wing fat cats and cite it as the ultimate evil every time there are concerns raised about the impact of money in politics. This constant drumbeat of attack has produced significant disapproval of Citizens United and the court that rendered it, so Democrats bring it up whenever they can, believing that it will help position them as the party of purity when it comes to campaign spending. Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and a Fellow at George Washington University’s School of Media and Public Affairs.”
June 2012: Kirk Jowers, Hinckley Institute director was interviewed in “The Religious Test” Documentary.
June 13, 2012: “Rolly: Wimmer blames the messenger for all the confusion” by Paul Rolly (Salt Lake Tribune) ”Then he acted shocked when he held a news conference at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, and two television stations broke into their noon newscasts to cover it live.”
June 13, 2012: “News roundup: Lee says Mormons have extra dose of patriotism. WVC Mayor Mike Winder speaks at the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah” (Political Cornflakes)
June 12, 2012: “Romney Aide Oversees Fundraising That Makes Him Cash, Too” by Lisa Lerer (Bloomberg) “‘Zwick’s focus has always been Romney,’ said Kirk Jowers, a former Romney aide and director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. ‘And there’s been plenty to keep him busy.’” Story also here.
June 11, 2012: “Police investigating burglary at Alpine home of House Representative Jason Chaffetz” by Emiley Morgan (Deseret News)“Jason Chaffetz announces he will not run for office in the U.S. Senate at the Hinckley Institute of Politics in Salt Lake City on Monday, August 22, 2011. He believes he can do more good in the U.S. House of Representatives and will seek re-election.”
June 10, 2012: “Mysterious ads, slander allegations plague attorney general’s race” by John Daley (KSL) ”‘SuperPACs (are) not accountable; and they’re only built for one thing, and that’s to tear someone down,’ said Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah.”
June 8, 2012, Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers was interviewed live on KSL Radio’s Doug Wright Show regarding Mitt Romney’s visit to Utah.
June 7, 2012: “UTA pays big bucks for lobbyists, but can it pay for the programs?” by John Daley (KSL) “‘Lobbying dollars are sometimes the best bang for the buck a company or an organization spends,’ said Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics. ‘There was a lot of federal dollars going out. If you could get a nice earmark, what’s $200,000 in lobbying fees for a $10 million, $20 million, even $2 million earmark?’”
June 7, 2012: “Wimmer: Nevada GOP struggles prevented his employment” by Meredith Forrest Kulwicki (Fox 13) ” Explaining his situation during a press conference at the University of Utah’s Hinkley Institute of Politics, Wimmer said he thought his job was secure given the correspondence with party officials telling him they were going to help him find housing next to the party’s headquarters in Las Vegas. He says he was also given his first assignment of tracking down a missing $15,000 donation.”
June 7, 2012: “Carl Wimmer’s rough road trip to Vegas” by Chris Vanocur (ABC 4) “Thursday, at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, Wimmer told reporters, “I was in the dark as much as anybody here.”
June 7, 2012: “Carl Wimmer back in Utah after Nevada GOP debacle” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret News) ”At a news conference at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics Wednesday, Wimmer said there wasn’t a job waiting for him after all, thanks to a “non-functional” state party organization.”
June 7, 2012: “Jowers: Leavitt Not Afraid of Far-Right ” (Utah Policy) “In an interview, Kirk Jowers tells TPM that Mike Leavitt is the ‘perfect choice’ to head Mitt Romney’s transition team, noting that the former Utah governor has long experience dealing with activist conservatives who are now complaining about his relatively moderate position on healthcare reform. Kirk Jowers, a former Republican operative and longtime Mitt Romney backer, remembers the first time he met Mike Leavitt, the man tapped to run Romney’s transition team. It was in the late 1990s, during a fight over allowing states to force online retailers to levy sales taxes. Leavitt was a staunch supporter of collecting online taxes ” a position that split him from anti-tax purists on the right like Grover Norquist. As general counsel for the Advisory Commission On Electronic Commerce, Jowers was on Norquist’s side.“
June 7, 2012: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers was interviewed live on KSL News Radio regarding Mitt Romney’s national fundraising success and the part Utah is playing.
June 7, 2012: “Jowers: Leavitt Not Afraid of Far-Right” (Utah Policy) ”In an interview, Kirk Jowers tells TPM that Mike Leavitt is the ‘perfect choice’ to head Mitt Romney’s transition team, noting that the former Utah governor has long experience dealing with activist conservatives who are now complaining about his relatively moderate position on healthcare reform.”
June 7, 2012: “Romney’s Transition Team Leader Not Afraid To Pick Fights With The Right” by Evan McMorris-Santoro (TPM) “‘It was clear after the first meeting that Leavitt was five miles ahead of everyone else,’ Jowers recalled. ‘He just danced around them and was looking around corners when everyone else hadn’t even seen the corner yet.’ Jowers ” who now runs the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah ” said Leavitt is the perfect choice to lead any Republican’s transition team, especially Romney’s.”
June 7, 2012: ” Happening today: Carl Wimmer holds a news conference to discuss “the Nevada Republican Party and their initial offer of employment.” Noon, Hinckley Institute.” Political Cornflakes
June 6, 2012: “Wimmer’s Nevada GOP future still ‘confusing,’ spokeswoman says ” by Lisa Riley Roche (KSL) “Wimmer is scheduled to hold a noon news conference at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. So ds former state lawmaker and unsuccessful congressional candidate Carl Wimmer have a job with the Nevada Republican Party?”
June 5, 2012: “Grad helps women combat poverty” by Megan Gessel (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”Courtney McBeth, assistant director for theHinckley Institute of Politics and Jessop’s summit recommender, said Jessop embodies President Pershing’s vision of undergraduate success and community impact. ‘[Liz] is an exceptional example of the opportunities available at the U, and the [summit] recognized this unique background and her potential for [future] leadership,’ she said. ‘She is globally aware and culturally competent ¦ a shining example of what the Hinckley and the U hope to instill and provide.’
June 5, 2012: “Tea Partier: Bring back Glass-Steagall!” by Alex Seitz-Wald (Salon.com) ”‘I’m a little surprised to hear that,’ said Tim Chambless of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, a frequent commenter on Utah politics. So surprising, in fact, that Chambless wanted to hold off on responding to it before he could verify the quote and read it for himself.”
June 4, 2012: “Mike Leavitt’s new role heading Romney transition team puts attention on former Utah governor” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret News) ”Longtime Romney supporter Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, said Leavitt “would be a phenomenal chief of staff” given his experience at the state and national level. ‘No one has more relevant experience,’ Jowers said, including with the “past Republican power brokers under Bush’ who could prove useful to a new GOP president.”
June 4, 2012: “Leavitt working on transition plan for Romney” by Lisa Riley Roche (KSL) “Longtime Romney supporter Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, said Leavitt ‘would be a phenomenal chief of staff’ given his experience at the state and national level. ‘No one has more relevant experience,’ Jowers said, including with the ‘past Republican power brokers under Bush’ who could prove useful to a new GOP president.”
Jowers said there likely would be little concern raised if Romney chose another member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints as chief of staff.
June 4, 2012: “Wimmer to work as new Nevada GOP political director” by Nineveh Dinha (Fox 13) “‘It’s like herding political cats,’ saysChambless, a political professor at the University of Utah and Academic Outreach Coordinator for the Hinckley Institute of Politics. ‘He’s trying to bring people together that will vote for the nominee and right now there are folks that are doing so much finger pointing in the state of Nevada that for a person whose not even a resident of Nevada, who is a resident of Utah to try to bring these folks together is going to be very difficult to do.’”
June 4, 2012: “Taking stock of the presidential race” by Robert Bennertt (Deseret News) ” Last week, after the Texas primary gave Mitt Romney the statistical majority he needs to become the Republican nominee, President Obama called him to offer congratulations. The race is now officially on ” time to take stock. Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.
May 30, 2012: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers was interviewed live on KSL News Radio’s Morning News regarding the impact Mitt Romney’s religion will have on the upcoming U.S. presidential contest
May 28, 2012: “After Lugar’s loss, Hatch not taking Senate race for granted” by Valerie Richardson (The Washington Times) ”‘Sen. Hatch is doing everything he can to avoid what happened to Dick Lugar,’ said Tim Chambless, a University of Utah political science professor and academic outreach coordinator at the school’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. ‘It’s one thing to talk about what happened to Bob Bennett two years ago. It’s another thing to talk about what happened toDick Lugar two weeks ago.’
May 28, 2012: “How I came to write a weekly column” by Robert Bennett (Deseret News) ”Recently, in the on-line comments section that accompanies the column, where people go back and forth with each other in their reactions to it, one commentor requested that I log on and participate in the discussion. I have considered doing it, but have been reluctant because I think that could be a bit of overkill in behalf of my opinion. Having made my point in the column, I have been content to stand aside as my defenders and attackers each have their say. Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
May 27, 2012: “Senate candidates Cardon, Flake spar over accusations” by Dan Nowicki (The Arizona Republic) “In a March 16 letter to the FEC’s general counsel, Cardon attorneys Kirk Jowers and Matthew Sanderson paint Smith as a disgruntled former business associate of Cardon’s father who has no evidence connecting what they say is an unrelated business loan with Cardon’s personal loans to his Senate campaign. ‘Mr. Smith’s blind conjecture should be rejected,’ the lawyers wrote.”
May 26, 2012: “Liljenquist pushing to make name for himself as primary approaches” by Dennis Romboy (Deseret News) ”He’s got the advantage. He almost came out of convention. He’s got the money. He has almost 100 percent name recognition,’ said University of Utah political science professor Tim Chambless.”
May 24, 2012: “Dan Liljenquist Works to Breach Orrin Hatch’s Stronghold” by Kyle Trygstad (Roll Call) ”Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, said there dsn’t appear to be anything on the horizon that’s going to significantly cut into Hatch’s lead. ‘It’s hard to imagine the game-changer, Jowers said. That’s why you get a Sarah Palin jumping on and Club for Growth backing away, because it dsn’t look like there’s a real logical path for Liljenquist to win this one.’
May 21, 2012: “Romney, Obama fighting for favor in swing states” by John Daley (KSL) ”‘(Romney) has to win the three states that Obama beat McCain in that had traditionally been Republican ” that’s Indiana, Virginia, North Carolina,” said Romney advisor, Kirk Jowers. ‘He’s got to win the two big swing states, that are always swing states, Florida and Ohio, and then pick up one of those other swing states, in Iowa, New Mexico, Colorado.’”
May 18, 2012: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers was interviewed live on KSL News Radio’s Morning News with Grant and Amandaregarding the upcoming U.S. presidential contest.
May 18, 2012: “Why you should vote in November” by Kendahl Melvin and Nelson Warr (Deseret News) ”Kendahl Melvin and Nelson Warr represented the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the Harvard National Campaign for Political and Civic Engagement held in Cambridge from March 30-April 1, 2012. During the conference, they participated in the research that contributed to this editorial.”
May 17, 2012: “2012 election has parties going high-tech in pursuit of ‘millennial voters’” by Richard Piatt (KSL) ”‘Even in 2008, where there was a great increase in youth voter participation,’ said Ellesse Sorbonne, outreach coordinator at the U.’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, ‘Utah ranked third worst in the nation, which is pretty dismal.’
May 17, 2012: “Hatch rejects Liljenquist calls for TV debate” by Dennis Romboy (KSL) “‘Hatch can get his message out a hundred ways,’ said Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah Hinckley Institute of Politics. ‘Liljenquist will take all the free media he can get. That’s what debates can be seen as in some ways.’”
May 16, 2012: “Utah National Republican Delegates Heavy on Party Insiders” by Bob Bernick (Utah Policy) ”Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and a Mitt Romney advisor and organizer, put together the official Romney slate at the request of Romney’s national campaign, with the advice of several top Utah Romney-backers, like Chaffetz.”
May 16, 2012: “Orrin Hatch continues to rebuff Dan Liljenquist’s calls for TV debate” by Dennis Romboy (Deseret News) “Liljenquist will take all the free media he can get. That’s what debates can be seen as in some ways. Kirk Jowers, head of the University of UtahHinckley Institute of Politics.”
May 15, 2012: “Bennett Says 2012 Very Different Year for Hatch than 2010 Was for Him” by Jeff Robinson (KCPW) “While longtime Republican Utah Senator Orrin Hatch will fight to keep his party’s nomination on June 26, former Senator Bob Bennett didn’t have the luxury of being in a primary election in 2010, when his bid for a fourth term in office fell right at the state GOP convention.”
May 13, 2012: “Elected officials should perform duties with openness, transparency” by Peter Corroon (Deseret News) “Accountability, ethics and transparency are things I have spent many years addressing as Salt Lake County mayor. I certainly have room for improvement, but I take them seriously. So do our citizens. In this regard, I have watched with interest the work of the Utah Citizen’s Council, Utahns for Ethical Government and the Utah Transparency Project, which is supported by both the Hinckley Institute and the Sutherland Institute. And I do so again now as supporter of the Alliance for a Better UTAH.”
May 11, 2012: “Utah’s investment in innovation paying off ” by Kirk Jowers (KSL) “In recent weeks, Utahns have celebrated the new Adobe campus with its promise of as many as 3,300 high-paying jobs over the next two decades. That the powerhouse software company centralized in the entrepreneurial capitals of San Francisco, New York City, Stockholm and Tokyo would opt to build a key location in Lehi is a testament to Utah’s economic prowess even during a recession. Kirk L. Jowers is the University of Utah’s Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics and is a partner in the Washington, D.C. law firm of Caplin & Drysdale.”
May 9, 2012: “ Political Cornflakes: News roundup: Bush’s $80K phone bill has Chaffetz shaking his head” (Salt Lake Tribune) “Rep. Jason Chaffetz meets with students from the U.’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, attends a Judiciary hearing where the FBI director will testify and later meets with Bruce Johnson, a Utah State Tax Commissioner.”
May 7, 2012: “It’s time to reinstate earmarks” by Robert Bennett (Deseret News) “The biggest piece of legislation to come before the Congress this session is the transportation bill, dealing with infrastructure spending throughout the nation. The issue is a serious one ” many of our bridges and highways are well past their design age and need repair or replacement ” but Congress has repeatedly pushed it off, passing temporary extensions of old authorizations rather than tackle the challenge of crafting new ones. Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
May 7, 2012: “Answer This: Bob Bennett” by Patrick Gavin (Politico) ”Utah Republican Bob Bennett served three terms in the Senate, holding leadership positions on the Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs Committee, the Appropriations Committee and the Rules and Administration Committee. After leaving the Senate in 2011, he started the consulting firm The Bennett Group and serves as a senior policy adviser at Arent Fox.”
May 6, 2012: “Do women in politics face an uphill battle in Utah?” by Dan Harrie (Salt Lake Tribune) ”On the agenda for the May 19 session at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics are five hours of training by current and former elected officials and political pros ” along with a free lunch.”
May 4, 2012: “University of Utah student starts Colbert-like super PAC” by Matt Canham (Salt Lake Tribune) ”U. alum Matt Sandersonand Kirk Jowers, the director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, have done legal work for the Colbert super PAC though Trevor Potter, their colleague at the firm Caplin & Drysdal and the comedian’s on-air legal adviser.”
May 4, 2012: “In Newark, examples of how technology can improve education” (NJ.com) “In all the hubbub about the election and the issues that will decide it, one lingering challenge to America’s future has been pushed aside: our education crisis. Robert Bennett, former U.S. senator from Utah, is a teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
May 3, 2012: “In Utah, GOP House Candidate Out To Make History” by Terry Gildea (KUMN) ”‘Now he’s chosen to run in the 4th Congressional District, a district that really has only about 25 percent of his former constituents. And so he has to reintroduce himself to about three-quarters of the district,’ says Tim Chambless, an associate professor with The Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah.”
May 2, 2012: “Preparing for Primaries — All About Voting in Utah on AU Thursday” (UPR) ”Our guests will include state Democratic party chairman Jim Dabakis and state Republican party chairman Thomas Wright, Deseret News columnists Frank Pignanelli and LaVarr Webb, and University of Utah Hinckley Institute of Politics Director Kirk Jowers.”
April 30, 2012: “Who will be Mitt Romney’s running mate?” by Robert Bennett (Deseret News) ”Now that Mitt Romney has nailed down the Republican nomination, speculation has turned to his choice of a running mate. Polls are being taken ” Condoleezza Rice is in first place, followed by Rick Santorum ” and all kinds of analyses are being written. All are speculation, and most are wildly off the mark.Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
April 24, 2012: “Study gives Utah a liquor-profit plan” by Anne Plummer (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”Bob Springmeyer, president of Bonneville Research and U graduate in political science and economics, explained the firm’s study at the Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
April 23, 2012: “U. student to intern with Colbert” by Laura Schmitz (Salt Lake Tribune) ”Benns landed the coveted internship thanks toKirk Jowers, director of the U.’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and a partner at Caplin & Drysdale, the law firm that handles host Stephen Colbert’s super PAC.”
April 21, 2012: ” GOP Sen. Hatch clears big re-election hurdle, still faces June primary in Utah” by Alicia Acuna (Fox News) “‘They were angry because ObamaCare had just been passed and so they flooded the caucus meetings and had a very angry electorate that wanted blood on almost all incumbents,’ recalled Kirk Jowers, associate professor and director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
April 20, 2012: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers appeared on the Fox News Channel to discuss Utah’s upcoming convention and the fate of Utah Senator Orrin Hatch. (should be links up on Friday).
April 19, 2012: “Economy, education, energy are guv’s focus” by DJ Summers (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”Gov. Gary Herbert outlined the goals of his administration at a Hinckley forum Wednesday. His administration intends to focus on what he calls the three E’s: economy, education and energy.”
April 19, 2012: “2012 Should be More Moderate Politically in Utah” by Bob Bernick (Utah Policy) ”Now an in-depth poll by Dan Jones & Associates, sponsored by the non-partisan Utah Foundation and the University of Utah Hinckley Institute of Politics, shows such is the case.”
April 18, 2012: “˜Bullied’ creator hopes film will raise awareness” by Alyssa Ferris (Daily Utah Chronicle) “Today, the LGBT Resource Center will screen the documentary Bullied (not to be confused with the 2011 documentary Bully) at noon in the Union’s Saltair Room. The film’s creator, Jamie Nabozny, will be on hand afterward and will hold a panel discussion in the Hinckly Institute of PoliticsOSH room 255.”
April 18, 2012: “Poll: Utah GOP delegates more moderate than two years ago” by Lee Davidson (Salt Lake Tribune) ”Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, said while greater participation brought delegates with views closer to most voters, a gulf still remains. They are still far apart on things such as pollution, gay rights and global warming. Also, he said only 25 percent of GOP delegates are women, and most delegates in both parties are older ” suggesting young people are not participating.”
April 18, 2012: “Energy, real estate interests fuel Herbert’s campaign” by Robert Gehrke (Salt Lake Tribune) ”Tim Chambless with theHinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, said in speeches around the state, including a recent speech to business leaders, Herbert has emphasized energy development as one of the four pillars of his administration.”
April 18, 2012: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers appeared live in KSL studio for on the Doug Wright Wright show to discuss the upcoming convention, Utah Priority Survey results, and presidential election.
April 18, 2012: “Poll: Utah Sen. Hatch Leads Liljenquist 63 Percent to 21 Percent” (Nesmax) ” A Utah Foundation/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll released Tuesday produced results similar to the Wilson Perkins Allen survey. Hatch leads Liljenquist 61 percent to 21 percent in the Utah Foundation poll.”
April 18, 2012: “Poll: Hatch, Herbert Within Striking Distance of 60% at Convention” by Bob Bernick (Utah Policy) ”The Dan Jones & Associates poll comes as part of a broad-ranging delegate/voter survey sponsored by the Utah Foundation, a non-partisan public policy think tank, and the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
April 18 2012: “Poll: Hatch just above Utah threshold” by Charles Mahtesian (Politico) ”The WPA poll, conducted for the Hatch campaign, mirrors the findings of a Utah Foundation/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll released Tuesday that put Hatch at 61%. In both polls, Hatch’s fate is within the margin of error.”
April 17, 2012: “Workforce services adopt business strategies” by DJ Summers (Daily UIah Chronicle) ”Kristen Cox, executive director of the Utah Department of Workforce Services, spoke at the Hinckley Institute of Politics on Monday.”
April 17, 2012: “Sen. Orrin Hatch, Gov. Gary Herbert convention races too close to call” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret News) “But the poll, conducted by Dan Jones & Associates for the nonprofit research group and the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, has a margin of error of plus or minus 4.43 percent, making the outcome of the convention unpredictable.”
April.17, 2012: “New poll shows Hatch, Love leading among GOP delegates” by Dan Metcalf Jr. (ABC 4) ”A new [Hinckley Institute of Politics] poll shows that interesting races are developing among candidates vying for congressional seats in Utah.”
April 17, 2012: ” Survey reveals Utahns’ priorities in 2012″ (KSL) ”We still didn’t improve the representation of women (at the caucuses),” said Kirk Jowers, executive director of the Hinckley Institute. “They stayed marred at the exact same number as they did in 2010, for both Republicans and Democrats.”
April 12, 2012: “Becker: Government, public should seek transparency” by Kelly Jones (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”There is always a frenzy when a major politician comes to campus. Students in the audience at Wednesday’s Hinckley Institute Forum described it as more hectic than usual. Mayor Ralph Becker and Salt Lake councilman Soren Simonsen were at the Institute to endorse the Utah Transparency Project, a final class venture launched by the U Honor’s College.”
April 12, 2012: “Utahn part of Stephen Colbert’s Super PAC team” by Matt Canham (Salt Lake Tribune) ”‘It’s kind of funny that all of this is attributable to a two-week intensive course I took,’ said Sanderson, who received his undergraduate degree at the University of Utah. That two-week course was on the U.S. presidency, and the teacher was Kirk Jowers, who now heads the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the U. and is a partner at Caplin & Drysdale. Jowers said Sanderson received “the highest score I had ever administered,” so he pushed the institute to give Sanderson a job and helped him land an internship at the Campaign Legal Center, a nonprofit advocating for tougher campaign-finance laws.”
April 11, 2012: “New project pushes for more open government in Utah” by Ben Winslow (Fox 13) ”A student project at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics is pushing local and county governments to do more to be open and transparent to the public.”
April 11, 2012: “University of Utah students launch open government campaign” by Rosemary Winters (Salt Lake Tribune) ”University of Utah student Theresa Krause introduces Salt Lake City Mayor Ralph Becker as students unveil their Utah Transparency Project at theHinckley Institute of Politics in Salt Lake City, Utah, April 11, 2012.”
April 11, 2012: “New exchange program to send U interns to Germany” by Megan Gessel (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”A German student from the University of Kiel, Julian Wettengel wanted to immerse himself in the real mechanics of his American politics and government major. He got this chance when he was accepted as an intern at the Wilson Woodrow International Center for Scholars in Washington, D.C., through an exchange with the Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
April 11, 2012: “New project pushes for more open government in Utah” by Ben Wnslow (Fox 13) “A student project at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics is pushing local and county governments to do more to be open and transparent to the public.”
April 11, 2012: “Students to share government transparency project with 270 agencie” (ABC 4) ”The students at the transparency project kick off event at the Hinckley Institute in Salt Lake also cited research that says doing these types of things leads to more public trust and more public input. Alex Boren says, ‘When citizens are not informed, they cannot be effectively engaged.’”
April 11, 2012: “LGBT panel discusses community, goals” by Gina Kopcrak (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”Extra chairs were crammed into theHinckley Caucus Room yesterday afternoon. The faces that represent the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender community in Utah, both socially and politically, came to engage students in discussion about the issues that the LGBT community is facing.”
April 10, 2012: “Romney supporters warn presidential race now gets tougher” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret News) ”Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and a longtime Romney supporter, said Utahns should expect to be hit up for contributions by the Romney campaign. ‘It’s going to be an epic general election,” Jowers said. “I think it will be incredibly hard fought and come down to the wire.’”
April 10, 2012: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers was interviewed live on KSL News Radio regarding Rick Santorum suspending his presidential campaign
April 9, 2012: “Republic will survive Obamacare ruling” by Robert Bennett (Deseret News) ”In anticipation of a 5-4 Supreme Court decision against Obamacare, commentators on the left have dredged up more than a decade’s worth of complaints about similar close decisions from the court, saying that all of these rulings have been blatantly partisan. Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
April 9, 2012: ” U of U students want transparency in local government” by Alison Peek (Examiner.com) ”A think tank of honor students at the University of Utah has written five Best Practices for local government transparency, and plan to introduce them Wednesday at a formal launch at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. Their goal: to have all of Utah’s city and county governments adopt the principles of the Transparency Project.”
April 6, 2012: “Prof: World democracies should band together” by DJ Summers (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”India, the biggest democracy in the world, and Israel, the only democracy in the Middle East, can collaborate on a new world order of peace and prosperity, said the Thursday Hinckley Forum speaker Ramesh Babu Kanneganti, a professor of American Studies at Osmania University in Hyderabad, India. The distant nations serve as leaders around the world and wield enormous influence that should be used wisely, he said.”
April 5, 2012: “Nine Things You Need to Know Today” by Bryan Schott (Utah Policy) ”The five Republican candidates for Utah’s new 4th Congressional District seat face off at the Hinckley Institute of Politics [Deseret News].”
April 5, 2012: “Chief: Citizens, police should be a team” by DJ Summers (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”Salt Lake City Police Chief Chris Burbank spoke about the duty of the police force in maintaining community ties and developing a rapport built on trust and mutual assistance at a Hinckley Forum on Wednesday.”
April 4, 2012: “4th District GOP challengers say they can’t let Matheson define them” by Dennis Romboy (Deseret News) “So it comes as no surprise that the current crop of GOP challengers in Utah’s new 4th Congressional District are often asked how they plan to unseat the moderate Democrat. The five candidates took a swing at that question Wednesday during a Hinckley Institute of Politics forum at the University of Utah.”
April 4, 2012: “Notable achievements: April 4, 2012″ by Andreas Rivera (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”‘I am pleased to see the Truman Foundation validating social justice work, activism and community organizing by recognizing the work I’ve done with the Mestizo Arts and Activism Collective, the Bennion Center Social Justice Gardens, the Honors College Social Justice Scholars and the Hinckley Institute of Politics,’ Edgette said.”
April 3, 2012: “Notable achievements: April 4, 2012″ by Marjorie Clark (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”‘The challenges we face as Americans are a result of our government’s acquisition of debt,’ Lee said at the Hinckley Institute of Politics. The national debt has been increasing and accruing interest since the 1930s and has been passed from generation to generation.”
April 3, 2012: “4th Congressional Candidates And The First Senate Debate” by Eric Peterson (City Weekly) ”The congressional action gets started at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics forum, where 4th Congressional District Candidates Mia Love, Jay Cobb and Carl Wimmer are confirmed to speak about their bid to usurp Utah’s lone Democrat in D.C., Rep. Jim Matheson, D-Utah.”
April 3, 2012: “Utah’s unusual political nominating system under way and under scrutiny” by Lisa Riley Roche and Dennis Romboy (Deseret News) ”‘We would get the best of both worlds,’ said Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politicsand a supporter of changing the caucus system. Delegates should be able to choose the party’s best candidates at a convention, but the final pick should be left up to voters, he said.”
April 2, 2012: “Ashley Edgette is the University of Utah’s sixth Truman winner in a row” by Brian Maffly (Salt Lake Tribune) ”Ashley Edgette, an honors student interested in food security, is among 54 winners named Monday by former Secretary of State Madeleine Albright, president of the Harry S. Truman Scholarship Foundation. The U. is the only university in the country to have fielded a Truman winner in each of the past six years. Much of that success can be attributed to the school’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, which maintains a thorough vetting process for U. applicants.”
April 2, 2012: “U student named Truman Scholar” (FYI News) ”Former Secretary of State Madeleine K. Albright, president of the Harry S. Truman Scholarship Foundation, has announced U student Ashley Edgette as a 2012 Truman Scholar. Edgette is the sixth Truman Scholar from the Hinckley Institute of Politics in the past six years, and the only Truman Scholar representing the state of Utah this year.”
April 2, 2012: “2012 Truman Scholarship awarded to University of Utah student” (Deseret News) ”The University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics is the only institution in the nation to produce a scholar in each of the last six consecutive years. ‘The university community is proud of Ashley Edgette’s exceptional achievements, and we congratulate her for being recognized by the Truman Foundation,’ said U. President David W. Pershing. ‘It is a great honor, and we are thrilled to have her represent the U. on the national stage.’
April 2, 2012: “Regardless of Supreme Court’s ruling, health care still needs reform” by Robert Bennett (Deseret News) ”The Supreme Court will not announce its decision on Obamacare until June, but pundits on both sides of the political spectrum have rushed to judgment. They are writing as if the decision has already been made ” the Court is going to rule against the administration, and strike down the law ” and are giving us a spate of contradictory predictions about the consequences. Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
March 29, 2012: “Mali coup shows regime instability” by Elisabeth Jessop (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”I am currently living in Bamako, Mali, West Africa doing an international internship on Yeah Samake’s presidential campaign through the Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
March 29, 2012: “Politician: Be the best at your job now” by Megan Gessel (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”Highlighting the importance of a good education and civic involvement, Ibarra spoke at the Hinckley Institute of Politics on Wednesday about his journey.”
March 27, 201: “Coup in Mali hits close to home” by Hunter Schwartz (KSL) “University of Utah [and Hinckley Institute of Poltics] students Elizabeth Jessop and Kyle Rehn, who are in Bamako interning for Yeah Samake’s presidential campaign, said they have been “living on the edge” the past week. ‘We were downtown when we heard there would be unrest,” Jessop said. “By the end of the evening, there was regular gunfire. It was almost impossible to sleep.’”
March 27, 2012: “Rocky Anderson: U.S. requires a new point of view” by Megan Gessel (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”The United States operates under a pretense of democracy and has deteriorated to tolerating rule by the elite and making illegal war, said presidential candidate Rocky Anderson at the Hinckley Institute of Politics on Monday. In a forum titled, ‘An End to Plutocracy: It’s Up to Us,’ former Salt Lake City Mayor Rocky Anderson spoke about the inequality, unconstitutionality and unaccountability he sees plaguing the United States.”
March 27, 2012: “Racial equality needs students’ nurturing” by Michael Ukkestad (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”A local example of this can be seen in last year’s ASUU elections when a Voice Party candidate’s signs were vandalized with racially charged statements. Last week, theHinckley Institute of Politics held a forum where a panel discussed the race issue and how we should address it as a campus community.”
March 26, 2012: “An End to Authoritarianism and Plutocracy: It’s up to us” by Rocky Anderson at the Hinckley Institute of Politics(OpEdNews.com) ”Let us consider the fundamental guiding principles for the United States of America — freedom, equal opportunity,compassion, and security.”
March 26, 2012: “Republicans Grappling with Flood of New Delegates ” by Bob Bernick (Utah Policy) ”Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, says the flood of new state GOP delegates means that the April 21 state convention will be more open-mined and less angry than the 2010 convention “ in which Sen. Bob Bennett, R-Utah, was removed from office.”
March 26, 2012: “How Supreme Court justices may vote on health care” by Robert Bennett (Deseret News) ”The individual mandate has a mixed legal history, having been ruled constitutional by some panels and unconstitutional by others. The Supreme Court must render the final decision, and speculation about what that will be, and how it will come about, abounds. Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
March 23, 2012; “Women’s Week panel upset with Utah’s attitude toward refugees” by Kelly Jones (Utah Daily Chronicle) ”The last thing refugee women need is to be re-victimized by their host communities, said a group at the Hinckley Institute of Politics on Thursday.”
March 23, 2012: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers was interviewed live on KSL Radio regarding the impact of Super PACs.
March 22, 2012: “Latino leader Mickey Ibarra donates papers to University of Utah” (Salt Lake Tribune) “Wednesday at noon, Ibarra will give the Hinckley Institute Forum keynote. Then, on Thursday, U. officials will hold a public reception at the Marriott Library at 5:30 p.m. in recognition of “The Mickey Ibarra Papers: A Utah Journey to the White House.” The U. awarded Ibarra an honorary doctorate of humane letters five years ago. The son of a Mexican immigrant, he graduated from BYU.”
March 21, 2012: “Hinckley forum: Panelists urge students to serve elderly people” by Megan Gessel (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”A great need exists in society to care for older adults both physically and emotionally, said three panelists at a Hinckley Institute of Politics forum Wednesday.”
March 21, 2012: “Utah: The story behind the score” by John Daley (State Integrity) “‘Just as we reveled in high marks from Pew for good governance and Forbes for businesses, we also must take [this] poor grade as a call for the state to look at model laws and possibilities for improvements,’ said Kirk Jowers, chair of the Governor’s Commission on Strengthening Utah’s Democracy.”
March 20, 2012: “Racial equality needs students’ nurturing” by Tyson Gibb (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”At the Hinckley Institute of Politicson Monday, Bagley discussed the unique culture of Utah politics and how he conveys ideas through editorial cartoons. Bagley’s political cartoons in The Salt Lake Tribune are renowned for their biting social commentary.”
March 20, 2012: “Once endangered, Orrin Hatch Battles Back in Utah” by Kyle Trygstad and David Drucker (Roll Call) ”Kirk Jowers,Director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and a member of Mitt Romeny’s finance team, said the difference between 2012 and 2010 was timing, voter outreach and Hatch building a campaign team that recognized that Thursday was the most important election.”
March 19, 2012: “Studies give Utah D for corruption risk, B+ for spending transparency ” by Dennis Romboy (KSL) ”‘You find the abuses, and Utah has had its share of abuses, every state has,’ said Kirk Jowers with the Hinckly Institute of Politics. “And so you need to legislate around that. At least give honest people a chance to remain honest.”
March 19, 2012: “Studies give Utah D for corruption risk, B+ for spending transparency” by Dennis Romboy (KSL) ”‘You find the abuses, and Utah has had its share of abuses, every state has,’ said Kirk Jowers with the Hinckley Institute of Politics. ‘And so you need to legislate around that. At least give honest people a chance to remain honest.’”
March 19, 2012: “Moving beyond political ideology” by Robert Bennett (Deseret News) ”In a presidential campaign in years gone by, a third party candidate justified his getting into the race by saying, “There’s not a dime’s worth of difference between the two parties.” Some say the same thing today.Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
March 18, 2012: “Utah’s revolving door keeps spinning out lobbyists ” by Britny Mortensen (Salt Lake Tribune) ”In fall 2009, theGovernor’s Commission on Strengthening Utah’s Democracy recommended eliminating the lobbying loophole to “flatly prohibit state officials from engaging in all lobbying for compensation for one calendar year after the state official leaves office. Accordingly, in the 2010 legislative session, Rep. Carol Spackman Moss, D-Holladay, introduced a bill to do just that. The bill failed to make it out of the House.”
March 17, 2012: “Senate candidates prepare to court 4,000 delegates” by Hunter Schwartz (Deseret News) ”‘Utah Republicans are all in for Romney, and I think they take Romney seriously when he says he could use a powerful friend in the Senate’ says Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and Federal Relations.”
March 15, 2012: “Hatch’s grand plan for survival to be put to the test Thursday” by Robert Gehrke (Salt Lake Tribune) ”But Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, said no campaign has ever gone to the level of detail as the Hatch campaign.’What Hatch has done that’s so unique and so expensive is essentially trying to have a much bigger impact on who the delegates will be, [waging] thousands of mini elections around the state on Thursday,’ Jowers said. “Hatch essentially ¦ expanded the potential pool of [delegates] 20-fold, and so the complexity and cost just go up exponentially.’”
March 14, 2012: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers was interviewed live on KSL News Radio’s Morning News with Grant and Amanda regarding the results of the Mississippi, Alabama, Hawaii, and American Samoa GOP contests.
March 13, 2012: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers appeared live on the March 13 episode of Access Utah: Caucuses: How do they work? Why should we participate? http://www.upr.org/post/find-my-caucus.
March 12, 2012: “Is Mitt Romney the inevitable nominee?” by Robert Bennett (Deseret News) “Last week, following Super Tuesday, Team Romney called upon the other candidates to recognize reality and withdraw, so that the campaign focus could switch to President Obama. They said that the mathematics of the race for the Republican nomination were now inexorable, that Romney was the inevitable nominee. Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’sHinckley Institute of Politics.”
March 12, 2012: “Hatch Faces Trial by Fire in Utah” by Sean Sullivan (National Journal) ’Kirk Jowers, the director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and Federal Relations, said Liljenquist’s efforts can’t be compared to Hatch’s. “It’s kind of like saying, ‘Has [Rick] Santorum been doing the same work that Romney has?’ Jowers said.’
March 9, 2012: “Hinckley forum: Democracy to take on a new look” by Megan Gessel (Daily Utah Chronicle) “Despite the sea of political cynicism, the deliberative democracy occurring worldwide is cause for optimism, said a communication scholar at a Hinckley Institute of Politics forum on Thursday.”
March 9, 2012: “Legislative interns make all the difference at Capitol ” by Richard Piatt (KSL) ”Interns work long hours doing a lot of tedious tasks and don’t get paid much. But many said it was one of the best jobs they’ve had – tracking schedules, returning emails and climbing a lot of stairs. Interns at the Capitol rarely sit around, and the public rarely sees the work that they do.”
March 9, 2012: “Abortion, autism among last-minute bills for state legislature” by Brittany Green-Miner, Meredith Forrest Kulwicki, Max Roth, and Ashton Goodell (Fox 13).
March 9, 2012: “Poll: Half of Utahns not interested in attending party caucuses” by (Lisa Riley Roche) “‘Predictable, but sad’ was the reaction of Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and a longtime critic of the caucus system as a cause of the state’s low voter turnout.”
March 9, 2012: “Most Utahns won’t attend party caucuses” by Lisa Riley Roche (KSL) “‘Predictable, but sad” was the reaction of Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and a longtime critic of the caucus system as a cause of the state’s low voter turnout.’Utah has to make its democracy more accessible to more people in order to get us back engaged,’ Jowers said, calling for changes in the system that would result in more primary elections.”
March 9, 2012: “Is social media changing politics?” by John Daley (KSL) “‘It ds increase awareness, but ds it have a long term impact?’ said Kirk Jowers of the Hinckley Institute. ‘I think it’s still too early to know how that works.’”
March 8, 2012: “Nobody’s in charge of governing Utah education” by Sen. Howard Stephenson and Cody Jenkins (Deseret News) ”The Soviet agricultural system has been relegated to the ash heap of history, but American public education continues with one five-year reform plan after another. Howard Stephenson is a Utah State senator and the chair of the Public Education Appropriations Subcommittee. Cody Jenkins is an intern from the Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
March 8, 2012: “Hinckley forum: Invest in school first, stock second, investor says” by Marjorie Clark (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”A finance specialist spoke to students about the tricks of investing and the importance of education at the Hinckley Institute on Wednesday.”
March 8, 2012, Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers was interviewed live on KSL Radio’s Doug Wright Show regarding the results of Super Tuesday.
March 8, 2012: “Hinckley forum: Journalist decries political extremism” by Brandon Schembri (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”Politics have intensified and are beginning to change focus in an attempt to appeal to party extremists, said a journalist at the Hinckley Institute of Politics on Wednesday.”
March 7, 2012: “Candidates voice ideas in final debate” by Andreas Rivera (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”Sync party candidates Ellie Sanchez and Jake Rush debate with Open party candidates Geneva Thompson and DJ Payton in the Hinckley Caucus Room on Tuesday.”
March 6, 2012: “It’s not so super a day for Utahns” by Doug Robinson (Deseret News) ”‘More importantly, we have no impact on the issues,’ says Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. ‘The issues that are important to us will not be important to candidates because they don’t need to address them. They need to go to Iowa to talk about ethanol subsidies and to Florida to talk about off-shore drilling. We don’t get to vote or have candidates who really care about us.’”
March 5, 2012, Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers was interviewed live on KSL Radio’s Doug Wright Show regarding the Super Tuesday GOP presidential races.
March 4, 2012: “Poll says Romney’s faith not as big of a factor in 2012 race” by Lisa Riley Roche (KSL) ”‘There’s no question that Romney’s religion is a mixed bag,’ said Kirk Jowers, a longtime Romney advisor and head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
March 4, 2012: “Ohio voters like Santorum, lukewarm on Romney” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret News) ”‘I think it’s smart,’ said Kirk Jowers, a longtime Romney adviser and head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. Jowers dismissed the suggestion that being in Boston on election night will connect Romney to Massachusetts’ liberal image, especially passage of his state health care plan.”
March 3, 2012: “Utahns say Romney the only Republican who can beat Obama, new poll shows” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret News)“Kirk Jowers, a longtime Romney adviser and head of the U.’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, said he believes Utahns are paying more attention to the nomination fight than residents of other states.”
March 3, 2012: “Poll: Utah voters believe Romney’s Mormon faith hurting him less this time” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret News)“‘There’s no question that Romney’s religion is a mixed bag,’ said Kirk Jowers, a longtime Romney advisor and head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. ‘It’s been incredibly helpful to him in some states, in fundraising, in volunteers, in imaging,’ Jowers said. Romney was able to count on LDS voters in states like Nevada and Arizona to help deliver victories.”
March 2, 2012: “Poll: Utahns support Romney first; Obama next in line ” by Lisa Riley Roche (KSL) ”Kirk Jowers, a longtime Romney adviser and head of the U.’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, said he believes Utahns are paying more attention to the nomination fight than residents of other states.”
March 2, 2012: “Understanding Politics” (KSL) “Lindsay Zizumbo is the Internships Program Manager for the Hinckley Institute of Politics. She offers a few ways to wrap your brain around the big, seemingly complicated, political world.”
March 1, 2012: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers appeared live in KSL studio for a SPECIAL TOWN HALL MEETING ON THE AIR, with host Doug Wright and fellow guests Rep. Kraig Powell, GOP Chair Thomas Wright, and Democratic Chair Jim Dabakis to discuss Utah’s Caucus System.
February 29, 2012: “Upstart Political Party Seeks Leader to Help Group Work Against Partisan Politics” (PRWeb) ”‘Polls show that Americans are more frustrated and angrier at government than ever before,’ said Taylor Morgan, political programs manager for the Hinckley Institute of Politics at The University of Utah.”
February 29, 2012: “Notable Achievements: Feb. 29, 2012″ by Andreas Rivera (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”All three finalists for the Truman Scholarship Award are U students. This is the fourth consecutive year that all U final nominees have been selected as Truman Scholarship finalists, according to a press release from the Hinckley Institute of Politics, where all of the students have served internships. Harvard University and Stanford University are among the schools from which finalists are considered. The Truman Scholarship is a national award of $30,000 for graduate studies, with 3,000 students applying every year.”
February 28, 2012: “Wrong Taft. Wrong newspaper” by Francisco Kjolseth (Salt Lake Tribune) ”The Salt Lake Tribune State Sen. Karen Morgan joined former Sen. Bob Bennett at the Hinckley Institute of Politics on Tuesday to discuss the loss of civility in today’s politics.”
February 27, 2012: “Americans are anchored in the center” by Robert Bennett (Deseret News) ”I have been following politics all my life. The first Republican convention I remember in which there was a contest was 1952, when Dwight D. Eisenhower narrowly outmaneuvered William Howard Taft to win. From then until now, I have never seen a nomination fight like this one. Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
February 26, 2012: “Jason Chaffetz Supports Mitt Romney but Is Coy on Ambitions” by Daniel Newhauser (Roll Call) ”‘Chaffetz would be phenomenal as White House spokesman or working as some type of legislative liaison capacity,’ said Chaffetz confidant Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. ‘If President Romney felt he really needed Congressman Chaffetz to serve some role for him, he would probably be open to doing it.’”
February 25, 2012: “GOP presidential race will drag on, Romney backers say” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret News) ”Longtime Romney adviser Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, said this has already been “by far the most vetted nomination process in the history of our country,” including 20 GOP debates.”
February 25, 2012: “Romney’s race for GOP nomination will continue, supporters say ” by Lisa Riley Roche (KSL) ” Longtime Romney adviser Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, said this has already been ‘by far the most vetted nomination process in the history of our country,’ including 20 GOP debates.’”
February 25, 2012: “Jack Ambramoff, teen tanning and a boxing beauty queen” (KSL) ” In this Sunday Edition, “The Man Who Bought Washington,” convicted Lobbyist Jack Ambramoff explains his crimes and why he believes the federal political system is still broken {at the Hinckley Insittute of Politics]. Plus, we’ll take a closer look at a bill that would require parental consent for anyone under 18 to use a tanning bed. And, we’ll introduce you to a beauty queen with a great left hook.
February 25, 2012: “‘Excommunicated’ by GOP, Bob Bennett says Romney, religion, economy make 2012 election unique” by Jared Whitley (Deseret News) ”Sharing his “experiences of a practical politician, forcibly retired,” former Sen. Robert Bennett told an interfaith conference of Mormons and Protestants in Washington, D.C., that the 2012 election is proving to be one unlike any in his lifetime, and Gov. Mitt Romney’s religion is a key part of that.” Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.
February 24, 2012: “Washington’s most notorious lobbyist, Jack Abramoff, pushes for reform” by John Daley (Deseret News) “At the University of Utah [Hinckley Institute of Politics] Thursday, Abramoff talked about his new book, “Capitol Punishment: The Hard Truth About Washington Corruption from America’s Most Notorious Lobbyist. He writes about how he rose to the top and ended up serving 43 months in federal prison, an experience he said changed him.”
February 24, 2012: “Wealthy Utahns write big checks to Mitt Romney super PAC” by Matt Canham (Salt Lake Tribune) ”Kirk Jowers, a campaign finance lawyer and Romney supporter, said it makes sense that the super PAC would out-raise the campaign in Utah for two reasons.”
February 24, 2012: “Politics Up Close: Former Superlobbyist Jack Abramoff” by Jeff Robinson (KCPW) ”Less than two years after getting out of federal prison, former superlobbyist Jack Abramoff is in Utah, talking about the corrupt practices that led to his downfall and what should be done to put an end to such practices in Washington. We sat down with him at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
February 24, 2012: “Exposing Capitol’s secrets” by Andreas Rivera (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”Former lobbyist Jack Abramoff was the speaker at Thursday’s Hinckley Forum. He spoke to students about the corruption he witnessed and partook in during his time in prison.”
February 23, 2012: “Jack Abramoff comes to Utah on reform-oriented book tour ” by John Daley (KSL) ”Former lobbyist and influence peddler Jack Abramoff spoke at the University of Utah [Hinckley Institute of Politics] Thursday, advocating reforms in the lobbying system.”
February 23, 2012: “Hinckley Forum: Education forum discusses benefits of charter schools” by Megan Gessel (Daily Utah Chronicle)“Charter schools are often more able to prepare students for college than traditional public schools because they have academic rigor and smaller class sizes, said two speakers at the Hinckley forum Wednesday.”
Febuary 23, 2012: “U events desperately need to be organized” by Mimi Marstaller (Daily Utah Chronicle) “A few weeks ago I got an email about a Hinckley Institute forum happening the next day. The talk was fascinating but was attended mostly by students who had to be there for a class. The announcement of the event showed up on the Hinckley home page and the U’s Events page.”
February 23, 2012: “Study abroad deserves more credit” by Mark Pittman (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”Since 2006, the Hinckley Institute of Politics has provided more than $730,000 in scholarships directly to students undertaking international internships, with 300 students undertaking them in at least 35 countries. The institute sends about 80 students a year on international internships, and those numbers have been steadily growing.”
February 22, 2012: “The Hinckley Institute’s Kirk Jowers says Utah is leading the way in voter reform. [KSL]” (Political Cornflakes)
February 22, 2012: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers appeared on-air with host Neal Larson of KID Newsradio 590am/92.1fm, Idaho Falls, ID to discuss GOP presidential campaign
February 2012 – Zac Zabawa was featured in the local paper while serving a Hinckley internship in India.
February 21. 2012: ” Salty Citizen – Shake off the cynicism. A better Utah awaits” by Kirk Jowers (City Weekly) ”On one hand, we live in an incredibly vibrant place. We have unparalleled access to outdoor recreation, the arts, booming businesses, and a world-class research, Pac-12, BCS-busting university. Kirk Jowers is director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. He thanks Hinckley colleague Rochelle McConkie Parker for assisting with this feature.”
February 21, 2012: “”Utah leads way in solving voter registration problems” by Kirk Jowers (KSL) “Just a few years ago, Governor Jon Huntsman issued a challenge for Utah to improve some of the lowest voter turnout numbers in the nation. Governor Huntsman formed, and Governor Gary Herbert subsequently endorsed, a commission to explore the extent of the problem and make suggestions for improvement. Kirk L. Jowers is the University of Utah’s Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics and is a partner in the Washington, D.C. law firm of Caplin & Drysdale.”
February 20, 2012: “Entitlement spending must change” by Robert Bennett (Deseret News) “President Obama’s budget is out and it is an eye popper ” the largest peacetime one in history. Still, it claims to contain $1.7 trillion in budget cuts, or is it $2.4? Or some other number? Republicans insist that those cuts are phony and focus on the tax increases, which they put at $2 trillion. Maybe $3. Or more. Or less.Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
February 18, 2012: “Romney visits Utah, speaks at Olympic celebration” by Lisa Riley Roche (KLS) “‘A lot of people are nostalgic about the Olympics and upset at the falsehoods said about the Olympics for political purposes and they wanted to welcome their leader home,’ said Kirk Jowers, a Romney adviser and head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.
February 18, 2012: “Mitt Romney relishes Olympic anniversary as opponents attempt to make his role as Games head political” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret News) “‘A lot of people are nostalgic about the Olympics and upset at the falsehoods said about the Olympics for political purposes and they wanted to welcome their leader home,’ said Kirk Jowers, a Romney adviser and head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
February 17, 2012: “Mediocrity of education continues” by Howard Stevenson and Cody Jenkins (Deseret News) ”The commission called for more homework, extended school years, higher standards for teachers, higher graduation requirements, more rigorous and measurable standards and stiffer requirements for admission to four-year colleges. The national report was followed by state reports calling for implementation of the recommendations and countless other five-year plans for reforming education. Howard Stephenson is a Utah State senator and the chair of the Public Education Appropriations Subcommittee. Cody Jenkins is an intern from the Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
February 17, 2012: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers was interviewed on KSL TV’s Evening News regarding Mitt Romney being in Salt Lake City.
February 17, 2012: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers was interviewed on KSL Radio regarding the Mitt Romney fundraiser at Little America
February 16, 2012: “Profs weigh in on Occupy pros, cons” by Megan Gessel (Daily Utah Chronicle) “Professor in the Sociology Department, Julie Stewart speaks on the Occupy Movement at the Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
February 14, 2012: “Biographer highlights the many sides of Honest Ab” by Megan Gessel (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”Biographer Ron Andersen highlighted a few of the president’s lesser-known qualities ” his humor, spirituality and fearlessness ” on Monday at aHinckley Institute of Politics forum.”
February 13, 2012: “Mormon church seeks to boost party caucus turnout ” by Lee Davidson (Salt Lake Tribune) ”‘It is a very significant step by the LDS Church,’ said Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
February 13, 2012: “A brokered convention? Dream on” by Robert Bennett (Deseret News) “With Republican presidential contender Rick Santorum’s surprise showing in three states last week, people are again talking about a “brokered convention.” What exactly is that, and how could it happen? Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’sHinckley Institute of Politics.”
February 11, 2012: “Tuesday losses for Romney cast doubt on frontrunner status ” by Lisa Riley Roche (KSL) ”‘Santorum has had difficulty in states where a lot of people vote, that require a broader outreach,’ said Kirk Jowers, a longtime Romney supporter and head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.
February 10, 2012: “Colonel says building trust is key in security, military strategies” by Kelly Jones (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”‘Counter-insurgency is about challenging assumptions, developing trust and not being afraid to get your boots dirty,’ he said in a Hinckley Institute of Politics forum on Thursday.”
February 10, 2012: “Romney’s ‘Horrible Tuesday’ signals tough race ahead” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret News) ”‘Santorum and Gingrich have each had some victories and some colossal no-shows. Neither of them has shown the ability to mount a sustained campaign against Romney, said Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.“
February 10, 2012: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers was interviewed live on KSL News Radio’s Morning News with Grant and Amanda.
February 7, 2012, Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers was interviewed live on KSL Radio’s Doug Wright Show regarding the Missouri, Minnesota, and Colorado GOP presidential races.
February 6, 2012: “Candidates need economic policy to win” by Robert Bennett (Deseret News) ”With the Florida primary behind us, pundits are now pouring through its exit polls to come up with numbers to tell us where Mitt Romney’s strengths and weaknesses lie. Pollsters are doing the same with numbers attached to President Obama’s current approval ratings, giving us state-by-state projections of his likely electoral vote count. Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
February 6, 2012: “Would Mormon church influence Romney if president?” by Matt Canham (Scrippsnews.com) “Former Utah GOP Sen. Bob Bennett, who is Mormon and a Romney supporter, said it shouldn’t shock anyone that the LDS Church asks national politicians for help on occasion. Bennett predicted the LDS Church would be more hesitant to weigh in on a political issue if Romney were in the White House.”
February 6, 2012: “Romney has solid lead ahead of Tuesday’s triple primary” by John Daley (KSL) “‘When you look at it right now — and what he did in Florida, what he did in Nevada, the states coming up between now and Super Tuesday — it’s hard to see anything going wrong for him,’ said Kirk Jowers, a Romney supporter.”
February 2, 2012; “Law prof advocates stifling extremism” by Jake Stout (Daily Utah Chronicle) “All these questions were predicated on decisions of morality and ethics, the key issues behind extremism and targeted killing, which Guiora spoke about at Hinckley Institute of Politics forum Wednesday.”
January 31, 2012: “Romney wins big, but not big enough to end nomination race” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret News) ”University of Utah Hinckley Institute of Politics head Kirk Jowers, a longtime Romney adviser, said Florida sends a message to voters in the upcoming primary states. ‘South Carolina seemed to call in to question whether he had the fight necessary to take on Obama and his billion dollars,’ Jowers said. ‘There’s no question that Florida answered Mitt is ready, willing and able.’”
January 31, 2012: “Hits and Misses” by Katharine Biele (City Weekly) “So, as Durham steps down from the chief-justice spot, Utah women should be encouraged by the nonpartisan Real Women Run effort, sponsored by the YWCA and Hinckley Institute of Politics.The first event anticipated 40 attendees and got 300, which may attest to the interest. Right now, only 17 percent of the Utah Legislature is female and there are no female federal lawmakers. Durham, of course, represents the best for women, and, hopefully, will serve as a guiding light.”
January 2012: “Women meet in Sandy for leadership training” by JM Martin (Sandy Journal) ”The event was the product of a partnership between the YWCA of Salt Lake City, The Hinckley Institute of politics at the University of Utah and an organizing committee of 20 prominent women in positions of leadership.”
January 30, 2012: “Despite Gingrich, Romney says he’ll get the nomination” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret News) ”Longtime Romney supporter Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, said none of the remaining candidates are likely to be ready to leave the race right away. Besides Gingrich, Texas Rep. Ron Paul and former Pennsylvania Sen. Rick Santorum are still in the running. Both have left Florida and are campaigning in other states.”
January 30, 2012: “Romney adjusts, moves Florida polls” by Robert Bennett (Deseret News) “The Florida Primary may determine the race for the Republican nomination. In 2008, it was McCain’s win there that eliminated Romney. If that proves to be the case this time, it will be because of “halftime adjustments,” to use a football term, that Team Romney made as a result of the outcome in South Carolina. (Full disclosure ” I am a Romney supporter.) Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
January 30, 2012: “Race for GOP presidential nomination going the distance, but Mitt Romney says he’ll eventually win” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret News) ”Longtime Romney supporter Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, said none of the remaining candidates are likely to be ready to leave the race right away.”
January 30, 2012: “Democracy Day 2012″ (City Weekly) ”Interested in the legislative process? Register for this FREE event and find out more. If you have ever wanted to learn more about the political process, meet your legislators or tour the capitol, register now for Democracy Day 2012. Special events this year include a mock debate between the Chairmen of Utah’s major political parties, and a keynote speech from Kirk L. Jowers.”
January 30, 2011: Kirk Jowers, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics will be the keynote speaker AARP’s and CAP’s Democracy Day and moderate a debate between Republican Chairman Thomas Wright and Democratic Chairman Jim Dabakis.
January 27, 2012: “Hinckley forum: Utah Legislature to consider popular vote bill” by Jake Stout (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”Panek was speaking at the Hinckley Institute of Politics on Thursday for a bipartisan event promoting a change to the way votes are tallied in presidential elections.”
January 25, 2012: “Climate change could put food at risk” by Tiffany Justice (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”Emanuela Bozzini, a research fellow at the University of Trento and Fulbright Schuman Fellow, spoke about the possible effects of climate change at Tuesday’s Hinckley Forum.”
January 24, 2012: “Utah higher education must adapt or die, Harvard business innovator tells legislators” by Ladd Brubaker (Deseret News) ”Afterward, Pershing said he has also been influenced by the book’s ideas. However, he said coursework is not the only product that the U. offers, but experiences provided by programs such as the Hinckley Institute of Politics and others.”
January 23, 2012: “With growing turnout, student voters can inspire candidates” by Mark Pittman (Daily Utah Chronicle) “‘University students always play a huge role in presidential campaigns,’ said Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics. ‘Because no amount of money or organization can compensate for a lack of passion and on-the-ground work, which is provided primarily by students.’
January 23, 2012: “Economic recovery depends on political stability” by Robert Bennett (Deseret News) ”Let us hope that the news stays good or even improves. However, it ignores a potential problem facing us in 2012 which could change everything ” the unresolved financial problems in the rest of the world. Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
January 22, 2012: “Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers was interviewed on Fox 13 regarding the SC Primary and Florida.”
January 20, 2012: “Lawyers support minorities on the bench during MLK Week” by Kelly Jones (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”The Hinckley Institute held a Celebrating Utah First discussion panel with Judge VerniceTrease; Judge Raymond S. Uno; Trystan Smith; Robert Flores; Sheldon Spotted Elk.The forum was moderated by Dr. M. David Rudd, Dean, College of Social and Behavioral Science, and was part of the 2012 Martin Luther King Celebration.”
January 20, 2012: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers was interviewed live on KSL News Radio’s Morning News with Grant and Amanda.
January 19, 2012: “Alumni lobbyists redefine their roles in government” by Dan Treasure (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”On Wednesday at theHinckley Institute of Politics, U alumni and lobbyists David Spatafore and Lincoln Shurtz spoke to a full house about their jobs.”
January 18, 2012: “Rep. Ivory says keep separation of state duties” by Dan Treasure (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”Rep. Ken Ivory, R-West Jordan, framed an argument for states’ rights through the lens of national debt and health care reform at a Hinckley Institute of Politicsforum Tuesday.”
January 18, 2012: “Poll: Only 1/3 of Utahns Participate in Utah’s Caucus System” by Bob Bernick (Utah Policy.com) ”Leaders of the group, which include former Utah Gov. Mike Leavitt, Hinckley Institute of Politics executive director Kirk Jowers and Exoro partner and UPD publisher LaVarr Webb, said they didn’t have enough time before the April 15 petition filing deadline to gather the estimated 100,000 voter signatures required.”
January 17, 2012: “Huntsman has many options — including Senate bid” by Thomas Burr (Scripps News) ”‘Huntsman would be glad to serve in the next administration,’ said Kirk Jowers, a friend and backer of Romney and head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”
January 17, 2012, Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers was interviewed live in-studio on KSL Radio’s Doug Wright Show regarding Huntsman dropping out of the GOP presidential race.
January 17, 2012: “Getting women to run” (Deseret News) ”Two years ago, a Dan Jones & Associates poll for the Deseret News/KSL in conjunction with the Hinckley Institute found that women make up 55 percent of Republican voters in the state but only 25 percent of convention delegates. On the Democrats’ side, women were 60 percent of voters and only 43 percent of delegates. Young people and newcomers to the state also were disproportionately represented.”
January 17, 2012: “The Ins and Outs of the 2012 Presidential Election” “Presented by Kirk Jowers Director, the Hinckley Institute of Politics and the Director for Federal Relations, The University of Utah
January 16, 2012: “Huntsman: Smart choice to get out now, expert says” by Andrew Adams (KSL) ”Hinckley Institute of Politics directorKirk Jowers says Huntsman’s performance in New Hampshire was nice but not good enough to spur more fundraising beyond the Granite State. And he still trailed in the polls in places like South Carolina.”
January 16, 2012: “Mitt Romney’s technology driven campaign” by Robert Bennett (Deseret News) ”However, a large percentage of potential voters fail to participate, so a candidate may not have moved up by changing minds; instead, he might have increased his total by getting passive supporters off the bench and onto the field. Every campaign needs a good “ground game” to identify and stimulate such potential voters. Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’sHinckley Institute of Politics.”
January 16, 2012: “Women take on leadership at conference” by Jason Asay (Standard Examiner) “On Saturday, nearly 300 women attended the “Real Women Run: Find Your Voice” leadership training conference, sponsored by the YWCA and the University of Utah’sHinckley Institute of Politics.”
January 16, 2012: “Next for Huntsman: Senate bid? Romney Cabinet? 2016? ” by Thomas Burr (Salt Lake Tribune) ”[S]aid Kirk Jowers, a friend and backer of Romney and head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics[:] . . . ‘From what I know of Romney, he’s incredibly magnanimous and very focused on doing what’s right for the country. . . . I don’t think Huntsman has burned any bridges with Romney.’
January 16, 2012: “Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers was interviewed live in-studio on Fox TV’s News regarding Huntsman dropping out of the GOP presidential race.
January 16, 2012: “Huntsman’s decision to quit presidential race ‘came from his gut’” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret News) ”;Huntsman put everything into New Hampshire. It was the proverbial ‘Hail Mary’ and it didn’t’ make it to the end zone,’ said Kirk Jowers, a Romney supporter who advised Huntsman as governor. ‘So it was inevitable he was going to drop out. Jowers, director of the University of Utah’sHinckley Institute of Politics, said Huntsman likely took time after New Hampshire’s election “to make sure everyone was at peace with abandoning the fight.’”
January 16, 2012: “Huntsman dropping out not a surprise to some political observers” by Aaaron Vaughn (Fox 13) ”‘You realize it’s inevitable that he can’t win. Almost inevitable that Romney’s going to win,’ says director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics Kirk Jowers. ‘So you drop out, endorse the frontrunner and live to fight another day.’
January 15, 2012: “Utah’s caucus system: Repair or replace?” by Billy Hesterman (Daily Herald) ”‘The great thing about the parallel track is it keeps everything that is good about the caucus convention system,’ said Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and a member of Leavitt’s group. ‘This adds the component that allows the rest of your party’s voters to have a say in who represents the party.’”
January 15, 2012: “Romney’s spot on GOP ticket could increase Utah voter turnout” by John Daley (Desert News) “‘I tend to think that Democrats are in a lot of trouble if Mitt is at the top of the ticket,’ said Romney adviser Kirk Jowers, the director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics. Veteran political observers in Utah believe Romney’s impact could drive voter turnout up 3 percent or more.”
January 15, 2012, Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers was interviewed live in-studio on Fox TV’s 9 pm News regarding Huntsman dropping out of the GOP presidential race.
January 15, 2012, Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers was interviewed live in-studio on KSL TV’s 10 pm News regarding Huntsman dropping out of the GOP presidential race.
January 15, 2012, Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers was interviewed on CBS Radio regarding Jon Huntsman’s announcement that he was dropping out of the presidential race and endorsing Mitt Romney.
January 14, 2012: “Real Women Run conference encourages women to get involved in politics” by Brittany Green-Miner (Fox 13) ”The group held their inaugural event, sponsored by The Hinckley Institute and the Salt Lake City chapter of the YWCA, on Saturday in Salt Lake City to help teach and encourage women to run for public office.”
January 14, 2012: “Hundreds of women participate in public leadership training” (Deseret News) ”Real Women Run is a collaborative nonpartisan effort. In addition to the YWCA and The Hinckley Institute, the partnership includes Salt Lake Community College, Vision 2020, representatives from all political parties in Utah, League of Women Voters, AAUW, current and former elected female officials, Westminster College, and other community organizations that support women.”
January 14, 2012: “Hundreds of women express interest in public leadership” (KSL) ”Real Women Run is a collaborative nonpartisan effort. In addition to the YWCA and The Hinckley Institute, the partnership includes Salt Lake Community College, Vision 2020, representatives from all political parties in Utah, League of Women Voters, AAUW, current an