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Defending Ideas is a weekly podcast produced by Sutherland Institute. On this show we are committed to renewing the principles of common sense conservatism, by equipping listeners to become more effective champions of sound principle and good policy. Visit defendingideas.org .

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Why the "Utah Family Miracle" Could Be at Risk, and How to Preserve It 20.07.2023 40:48

Utah has enjoyed a longstanding perch atop various state economic and societal rankings, including job growth, happiness, upward mobility, and more. New research shows how that success is tied to the stability of Utah families, and why the decline in some key indicators of family structure should concern you. Sutherland Institute Visiting Scholar Brad Wilcox joins the podcast to discuss his new re...

Is Independence Day Still Worth Celebrating? 14.07.2023 43:08

Some Americans say they don't want to celebrate Independence Day anymore. The reason? They're frustrated with the results of various political disagreements in the country. But what if this refusal to celebrate is actually uncovering a deeper – and more prevalent – misread of the American idea? Sutherland Institute President and CEO Rick Larsen joins the podcast to re-center the public debate abou...

Freedom of Expression and Public Accommodation can Coexist 13.07.2023 37:13

Imagine you’re a small business owner. Should the government be able to coerce you and your business to express an idea you disagree with? The United States Supreme Court, ruling in favor of a small website creation business called 303 Creative, says no ruling in favor of free expression. Sutherland Institute's court expert Bill Duncan, VP of Policy Derek Monson, and guest Marian Edmonds-Allen of...

Supreme Court Protects Separation of Powers in Student Loan Case 13.07.2023 38:46

In a win for the constitutional separation of powers, the United States Supreme Court overturned Pres. Biden's student loan forgiveness plan. Sutherland Institute's court expert Bill Duncan and guest Beth Akers of American Enterprise Institute weigh in on what the ruling means for the rule of law and the student loan issue moving forward. Defending Ideas is a weekly podcast produced by Sutherland...