Opinion
Editorial: Take heart and stand for traditional marriage
President Obama's announcement that he now supports same-sex marriage captured nationwide attention.
The defeat of Sen. Richard Lugar raises questions about the power and influence of the tea party in Utah.
Congress should focus on smart economic policy that encourages wealthy Americans to reinvest in the country.
Frank Pignanelli & LaVarr Webb: Does the tea party have a real future in Utah politics?
The defeat of long-serving, well-respected Sen. Richard Lugar of Indiana again raises questions about the power and influence of the tea party across the country — and in Utah. Read more »
Letter: Drivers and pedestrians need to be alert
For the past 20 years or so, I have been a regular exerciser — walking and jogging around the neighborhoods in Kaysville, Fruit Heights and Farmington. It astounds me how many times I have to... Read more »
Letter: Sen. Orrin Hatch is a leader
Sen. Orrin Hatch has been a respected leader in Washington. He has always fought for conservative ideas even though he has not had the votes on our side of the isle. Read more »
Michael Gerson: Europe seems ready to kick Greece out of Euro
Europe's economic struggles are a consistent drag on American growth. A eurozone breakup, in chaos and acrimony, could be a Lehman-like shock of incalculable damage. Read more »
Letter: Just 'trust' Sen. Orrin Hatch
If Hatch were the best person for the job, certainly he would want to prove it in a debate. I guess he just wants us to "trust" him, like all politicians do. Read more »
Letter: Don't move Utah State Prison from Draper
Our Legislature is at it again. After having a study completed that discouraged the move of the Utah State Prison from Draper, it wants to make it happen anyway. To make people happy, a study at... Read more »
My view: The England of yesterday is quickly becoming U.S. of today
I love England because I was born, raised and spent the first 30 years of my life there. My childhood years were spent during World War II, and my brother and I would sing derogatory songs about Hitler and company. I remember how... Read more »
Letter: Utah Symphony is a jewel in our community
Tuesday evening the Utah Symphony presented an exceptional concert in Abravanel Hall under the baton of guest conductor Vladimir Kulenovic. Aubree Oliverson, age 13, was the soloist for... Read more »
Letter: Sen. Orrin Hatch, Dan Liljenquist should have televised debate
Thank you to Sen. Orrin Hatch for making it easier for me come Election Day. Read more »
Letter: Immigration the right way
It's amazing what our government hasn't done to stop the issue of illegal immigration. Or rather it's what it has done. Read more »
Thomas J. Donohue: It is time to normalize trade relations with Russia
In a welcome development for American workers, farmers and companies, Russia is poised to join the World Trade Organization in July. Read more »
George Will: A nightmare in Tewksbury: town police, federal government try to seize family's motel
Russ Caswell, 68, is bewildered: "What country are we in?" He and his wife Pat are ensnared in a Kafkaesque nightmare unfolding in Orwellian language. Read more »
Charles Krauthammer: Same-sex marriage: empathy or human right?
There are two ways to defend gay marriage. Argument A is empathy: One is influenced by gay friends in committed relationships yearning for the fulfillment and acceptance that marriage conveys upon... Read more »
Ariel Cohen: It is not time to normalize trade relations with Russia
The Obama administration should "go slow" on normalizing trade relations with Russia until Moscow shows it's serious about curbing human rights abuses. Read more »
This weeks winners and the losers
Loser: The White House website, whitehouse.gov, has long featured biographies of former presidents, sort of mini history lessons for kids. But now President Obama has apparently been inserting... Read more »
John Florez: Daring to risk and learning to fail
2012 graduates have a world of promise to explore. Read more »
Letter: Teens just don't care about pornography dangers
I am a senior at Bingham High School, and we recently had an assembly discussing the destructive and addictive nature of pornography. Many of my friends thought it would be pointless, so they just went home or to McDonalds instead of... Read more »
Letter: President should get credit
I'm responding to Blaine R. McCann's letter ("Obama, 'My Fair Lady,'" Reader's Forum, May 16) in which he compares Obama's taking credit for Osama bin Laden's killing to how Professor Higgins takes... Read more »
Editorial: Encourage economic investment; avoid reactionary politics
Congress should focus on smart economic policy that encourages wealthy Americans to reinvest in the country. Don't punish those who move to countries with simpler tax structure. Read more »
In our view: Editorial: Put aside juvenile politics, find real solutions
Voters and candidates need to redirect their efforts toward finding real solutions for future challenges. Read more »
Congressional earmarks may make stealthy return to U.S. House
By Dale McFeatters Scripps Howard News Service Read more »
Letter: Orrin Hatch's record weak on important banking regulation, reform
Orrin Hatch has supported the repeal of regulations that would have helped prevent the recession and other financial blunders. Read more »
Letter: Keep Utah free for future generations; reject Common Core
Summon the courage to project children's privacy: Stop Common Core now. Read more »
Letter: Orrin Hatch must debate to earn voter respect, another term in office
Sen. Orrin Hatch is refusing to participate in a prime-time televised debate with his Republican challenger, Dan Liljenquist. Hatch's excuses are hollow and hypocritical. Read more »
Law of the Sea Treaty once again rears its ugly head in U.S. Senate
A proposed treaty would redirect countless U.S. dollars to an international organization that could then redistribute that money to corrupt developing countries around the world. Read more »
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In our opinion: Editorial: Take heart and stand for traditional marriage
President Barack Obama's announcement that he now supports same-sex marriage captured most of the media's attention. Read more »
Frank Pignanelli & LaVarr Webb: Does the tea party have a real future in Utah politics?
The defeat of long-serving, well-respected Sen. Richard Lugar of Indiana again raises questions about the power and influence of the tea party across the country — and in Utah. Read more »
Charles Krauthammer: Same-sex marriage: empathy or human right?
There are two ways to defend gay marriage. Argument A is empathy: One is influenced by gay friends in committed relationships yearning for the fulfillment and acceptance that marriage conveys upon... Read more »
Jay Evensen: Hard to wallow on porn's edge and not fall in
C.S. Lewis said, "We laugh at honor and are shocked to find traitors in our midst." By the same token, if we laugh at the virtues of modesty and fidelity, should we be shocked to hear that the... Read more »
My view: The England of yesterday is quickly becoming U.S. of today
I love England because I was born, raised and spent the first 30 years of my life there. My childhood years were spent during World War II, and my brother and I would sing derogatory songs about Hitler and company. I remember... Read more »
Law of the Sea Treaty once again rears its ugly head in U.S. Senate
A proposed treaty would redirect countless U.S. dollars to an international organization that could then redistribute that money to corrupt developing countries around the world. Read more »
George Will: A nightmare in Tewksbury: town police, federal government try to seize family's motel
Russ Caswell, 68, is bewildered: "What country are we in?" He and his wife Pat are ensnared in a Kafkaesque nightmare unfolding in Orwellian language. Read more »
Editorial: Encourage economic investment; avoid reactionary politics
Congress should focus on smart economic policy that encourages wealthy Americans to reinvest in the country. Don't punish those who move to countries with simpler tax structure. Read more »
Letter: Don't move Utah State Prison from Draper
Our Legislature is at it again. After having a study completed that discouraged the move of the Utah State Prison from Draper, it wants to make it happen anyway. To make people happy, a study at... Read more »
Letter: Sen. Orrin Hatch is a leader
Sen. Orrin Hatch has been a respected leader in Washington. He has always fought for conservative ideas even though he has not had the votes on our side of the isle. Read more »
Letter: Teens just don't care about pornography dangers
I am a senior at Bingham High School, and we recently had an assembly discussing the destructive and addictive nature of pornography. Many of my friends thought it would be pointless, so they just went home or to McDonalds instead... Read more »
In our view: Orrin Hatch should agree to prime time, televised debate before primary election
The scheduled morning debate between incumbent Sen. Orrin Hatch and former state Sen. Dan Liljenquist on KSL radio is a good start, but voters deserve a prime time televised debate between the two... Read more »
Walter E. Williams: Regardless of high court ruling, states should defy 'Obamacare'
Let's think about whether all acts of Congress deserve our respect and obedience. Moral people can't rely solely on the courts to establish what's right or wrong. Read more »
John Florez: Daring to risk and learning to fail
2012 graduates have a world of promise to explore. Read more »
Letter: Just 'trust' Sen. Orrin Hatch
If Hatch were the best person for the job, certainly he would want to prove it in a debate. I guess he just wants us to "trust" him, like all politicians do. Read more »
Letter: Sen. Orrin Hatch, Dan Liljenquist should have televised debate
Thank you to Sen. Orrin Hatch for making it easier for me come Election Day. Read more »
Letter: Don't overtax the rich
I'm saddened as I read about the increasing socialist attacks against the rich. The U.S. must prevent an exit stampede of capital and talent. Read more »
Michael Gerson: Europe seems ready to kick Greece out of Euro
Europe's economic struggles are a consistent drag on American growth. A eurozone breakup, in chaos and acrimony, could be a Lehman-like shock of incalculable damage. Read more »
Letter: Immigration the right way
It's amazing what our government hasn't done to stop the issue of illegal immigration. Or rather it's what it has done. Read more »
Romney argues case for cultural conservatism
Romney's Liberty address performed a number of moves at a high degree of difficulty, including claiming that culture is the key to civilized success. Read more »
Letter: Orrin Hatch must debate to earn voter respect, another term in office
Sen. Orrin Hatch is refusing to participate in a prime-time televised debate with his Republican challenger, Dan Liljenquist. Hatch's excuses are hollow and hypocritical. Read more »
Letter: Drivers and pedestrians need to be alert
For the past 20 years or so, I have been a regular exerciser — walking and jogging around the neighborhoods in Kaysville, Fruit Heights and Farmington. It astounds me how many times I have to... Read more »
This weeks winners and the losers
Loser: The White House website, whitehouse.gov , has long featured biographies of former presidents, sort of mini history lessons for kids. But now President Obama has apparently been inserting... Read more »
Letter: Obama, 'My Fair Lady'
President Obama taking credit for the killing of Osama bin Laden reminds me of a scene from "My Fair Lady" where Professor Higgins prances around the room singing, "I did it!" while Eliza, the real... Read more »
In our view: Editorial: Put aside juvenile politics, find real solutions
Voters and candidates need to redirect their efforts toward finding real solutions for future challenges. Read more »
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