The Hinckley Report

Early polling numbers indicate how high election turnout will be as candidates make their final push to sway voters. Plus, experts weigh in on the top issues driving people to the polls. Journalists Kim Bojórquez and Daniel Woodruff join political science professor Chris Karpowitz on this episode of The Hinckley Report with Jason Perry.

With less than two weeks until the election, the race for Utah’s U.S. Senate seat remains tight. Our panel evaluates how the outcome could affect the balance of power in Washington. Plus, the impact of down ballot races here at home. Journalists Saige Miller, Holly Richardson, and Max Roth join host Jason Perry on this episode of The Hinckley Report.

As voters begin to receive their ballots, our panel looks back on a contentious debate between the frontrunners in the U.S. Senate race. Plus, we evaluate new polling asking how much faith Utahns place in the upcoming election. Journalist Lindsay Aerts joins political insiders Jeff Merchant and Chris Bleak on this episode of The Hinckley Report with Jason Perry.  

With new polling revealing razor-thin margins, the race for Utah’s senate seat is getting more national attention. Plus, as Utahns prepare to cast the ir ballots, candidates square off in substantive debates. Journalists Amy Donaldson, Kerry Bringhurst, and Robert Gehrke join this episode of The Hinckley Report .

Negative campaign ads are dominating media outlets in Utah. Our panel discusses whether civility still plays a role in politics. Plus, which issues are driving voters to the polls? Political correspondent Bryan Schott joins radio host Boyd Matheson and political insider Natalie Gochnour on this episode of The Hinckley Report with Jason Perry.

With the November election just weeks away, new polling reveals the biggest issues motivating Utah voters. Plus, how new endorsements in the U.S. Senate race could influence the outcome.  Political insiders Kate Bradshaw and Frank Pignanelli join journalist Brian Carlson on this episode of The Hinckley Report with Jason Perry.

New poll numbers and new campaign finance filings suggest how candidates are faring ahead of the November midterm. Plus, Utah has a billion-dollar surplus. Our panel discusses how politics and a possible economic downturn will influence state investments. Journalist Dennis Romboy joins political insiders Michelle Quist and Marty Carpenter on this episode of The Hinckley Report with Jason Perry.

With inflation dominating the national headlines, Utah’s governor is joining a coalition of leaders against Pres. Biden’s student loan forgiveness. Plus, with the midterm elections looming, o the r long-simmering topics reach a boiling point. Journalists Ben Winslow, Heidi Hatch, and Jay Evensen join host Jason Perry on this episode of The Hinckley Report .

After a historic summer, the Hinckley Report returns with analysis of the 2022 primary elections. Plus, our panel evaluates how major decisions in Washington, D.C. are impacting people here in Utah. Political insider Maura Carabello joins journalists Doug Wilks and Glen Mills on this episode of The Hinckley Report with Jason Perry.

Utahns react to a major leak from the U.S. Supreme Court as candidates gear up for a summer of fierce campaigning ahead of a high-stakes primary election. Plus, our panel reflects on the highs and lows in an unprecedented year in Utah politics. Journalist Robert Gehrke joins political insiders Kate Bradshaw and Marty Carpenter on this episode of The Hinckley Report with Jason Perry.

After two raucous political conventions, candidates look forward to the primaries. Our panel discusses the impact of Democrats not backing their own candidate in the senate race. Plus, Utahns mourn the death of Sen. Orrin Hatch and remember his lasting legacy. Journalist Dennis Romboy joins political insiders Michelle Quist and Frank Pignanelli on this episode of The Hinckley Report with Jason Per...

As the state conventions approach, tensions are rising within both major political parties over divisive issues. Our panel discusses how these dynamics could spill over to the midterms. Plus, reaction to newly revealed text messages sent by Sen. Mike Lee following the 2020 election. Lindsay Whitehurst, Jeff Merchant, and Francis Gibson join host Jason Perry on this episode of The Hinckley Report.

Divisions within the Utah Republican Party are making national headlines. Our panel examines why far-right members of the GOP are going after Gov. Spencer Cox. Plus, with the state conventions looming, what wedge issues will drive the 2022 election? Journalists Sonja Hutson and Doug Wilks join political insider Chris Bleak as guests on this episode of The Hinckley Report with Jason Perry.

At both the state and federal level, the makeup of the Supreme Court is changing. Our panel discusses Gov. Cox’s choice to fill a Utah Supreme Court vacancy. Plus, the significance of Senators Lee and Romney splitting their votes on Pres. Biden’s nominee. Journalists Lisa Riley Roche, Glen Mills, and Ben Winslow join host Jason Perry for the 200th episiode of The Hinckley Report.

The re are more than six months until the 2022 election, but some of the big races may already be taking shape. Our panel discusses new polling numbers and the surprising outcome at the Davis County Republican Convention. Plus, with the dust settling on the legislature’s veto override, what could come next. Derek Brown, partner with Lincoln Hill; Heidi Hatch, anchor with KUTV 2 News; and Spencer S...

Three weeks after ending the general session, the Utah Legislature is back on Capitol Hill to consider overturning Governor Cox’s veto of a controversial bill. Our panel evaluates the political dynamics at play. Plus, Utah’s senators weigh in on the confirmation hearings for President Biden’s nominee to the U.S. Supreme Court. Boyd Matheson, host of ‘Inside Sources’ on KSL Newsradio; Amy Donaldson...

With Utah facing another year of historic drought, the stakes are high as water becomes increasingly scarce. Our panel discusses the current trends and how we can save the state’s lakes while making room for growth. Brian Steed, Executive Director of the Utah Department of Natural Resources; Natalie Gochnour, Director of the Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute; and Republican State Representative Tim...

With the dust settling on a turbulent legislative session, Governor Cox is already vowing to veto some controversial bills. Could the re be more? Plus, our panel evaluates how the 2022 election cycle is taking shape. Lindsay Whitehurst, report er with the Associated Press; Chris Bleak, partner at RRJ Consulting; and Michelle Quist, columnist for The Salt Lake Tribune join host Jason Perry on this...

After an intense 45 days on Utah’s Capitol Hill, our panel discusses the winners and losers in this year’s legislative session. Plus, Utahns unite to condemn Russia’s invasion of Ukraine as President Biden delivers his first State of the Union address. Ben Winslow, report er with Fox 13 News; Emily Means, politics report er with KUER; and Glen Mills, report er and anchor with ABC 4 News join host...

With just about a week left in the session, Utah lawmakers are busy. From saving the Great Salt Lake, to restricting legislative lobbyists, and debating a constitutional amendment that would change how education is funded — our panel will dig into the significant bills still taking shape. Derek Brown, former chair of the Utah Republican Party; Suzanne Harrison, Democratic member of the Utah House...

State lawmakers are changing the future of education funding in Utah through several sweeping laws. Our panel discusses controversial bills that are running out of steam this legislative session, and the ones sprinting to the finish line. Dennis Romboy, editor and reporter for the Deseret News; Kate Bradshaw, member of the Bountiful City Council; and Max Roth, anchor and reporter for Fox 13 News j...

Utah state lawmakers shift into high gear as they reach the halfway point in the 45-day session and pass consequential legislation including tax cuts. Jay Evensen, columnist with the Deseret News; Chris Bleak, partner at RRJ Consulting; and Sophia DiCaro, executive director of the Governor’s Office of Planning and Budget join host Jason Perry on this episode of The Hinckley Report.

As Utah lawmakers near the mid-point of the 2022 Legislative Session, our panel evaluates the consequential bills passed so far. Plus, new polling reveals what Utahns are thinking about big issues. Robert Gehrke, columnist with The Salt Lake Tribune; Sonja Hutson, political report er with KUER; and Spencer Stokes, president of Stokes Strategies join host Jason Perry on this episode of The Hinckley...

With more than a billion extra dollars in the state’s coffers, Utah lawmakers are debating what to do with the money. Our panel analyzes how the legislature may invest in big projects and cut taxes. Plus, how Utahns are reacting to new COVID-19 policies. Lindsay Whitehurst, reporter with the Associated Press; Republican State Senator Daniel McCay; and Rep. Brian King, minority leader in the Utah H...

The 2022 Legislative Session is only just beginning, and COVID-19 is already the big story. Our panel explains how lawmakers are handling the current surge, and with more than 1,000 bills on the docket, which are likely to be prioritized. Plus, Governor Cox outlines his top issues in the State of the State Address. Bryan Schott, political correspondent for The Salt Lake Tribune; Emily Means, polit...