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America has a community problem. Here’s why it matters | Michael Tanner
What would America look like without strong families, churches, civic organizations and local communities? We're starting to find out and the picture…
2 hours ago
Can states lead the next welfare reform movement? | Daniel Erspamer
America’s social safety net is supposed to help families through difficult times, ultimately moving people toward work and independence. But navigati…
1 week ago
Can the states fix what Washington can’t? | Sen. John Curtis
Could giving states more freedom to experiment help America find better answers to our toughest challenges?
On this episode of Defending Ideas, Sen. …
2 weeks ago
The Next Welfare Reform: Paul Ryan on Work, Technology, and RISE Pilots
Thirty years after the landmark welfare reform law, what should the next generation of social safety-net reform look like?
Former Speaker of the House…
3 weeks ago
The hidden problem with America’s safety net | Erine Gray
America spends a ton of money on our social safety net, yet many people still feel trapped. That means maybe the biggest problem isn't how much we sp…
3 weeks, 6 days ago
Why America needs a principled center-right | Todd Weiler
What can Utah teach America about the future of conservatism?
On this episode of Defending Ideas, Nic Dunn sits down with Todd Weiler, the new presid…
1 month ago
Why our children need more education choices | Shaka Mitchell & Christine Cooke Fairbanks
No two children learn exactly the same way. So why should families be expected to rely on a one-size-fits-all education system?
In this episode of De…
1 month, 1 week ago
Should county clerks be nonpartisan? | Kevin Johnson & Brian McKenzie
We want referees to enforce the rules, not play for one team. Should the same principle apply to county clerks and elections officials?
In this episo…
1 month, 2 weeks ago
How the federal government keeps expanding its power | Kevin Williamson & Bill Duncan
Why does the federal government keep expanding into every corner of our lives? It's not always by passing new laws. Guidance documents, letters, hand…
1 month, 3 weeks ago
Understanding the Supreme Court’s biggest decisions in 2026 | Dr. Matthew Brogdon & Bill Duncan
The Supreme Court has spoken. And the internet has some...interesting opinions.
On this episode of Defending Ideas, Utah Valley University's Senior D…
2 months ago