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The UtahPolicy.com daily newsletter gets you up to speed on the top local and national news about politics and public policy. Send news tips or feedback to editor@utahpolicy.com Situational Analysis - January 8, 2021We've made it to Friday of a long week. Phew. Today is National Bubble Bath Day. We all might need one right about now. Yesterday on Inside Sources, DNews opinion page editor Boyd Matheson talked about the chaos of Wednesday's riots and asked us all to step up and do four things: Take note, take heart, take courage and take action. Take a listen. As Utah gears up for the legislative session that starts in less than 2 weeks, there are a number of upcoming legislative previews. Be sure to check them out in the policy section. TICK TOCK11 days to the start of the 2021 Utah Legislature (1/19/2021)
Today At Utah Policy Can we be unified and civil? Not likely - and both sides are to blameBy LaVarr Webb After the Wednesday invasion of the U.S. Capitol and an incredibly hostile and divisive presidential election, many leaders and individuals are calling for a new era of unity and civility.But don't hold your breath. The underlying causes of political strife and disagreement aren't going to allow the nation to heal. A big part of the problem is that leaders on both the left and right love to talk about unity and civility, but what they really mean is, "We'll have unity and healing if you surrender and do what I want."  Romney: Calling upon our better angelsBy Holly Richardson Originally published in Deseret Magazine I didn't think it would happen here.The divisiveness, the resentment, the suspicion, the anger that pervades so many countries seemed foreign to the people I had met during my campaigns only a decade or so ago. What impressed me most about my fellow Americans was the optimism, the sense of purpose and the willingness to help one another. The Great Recession had not made us bitter; it seemed to have made us more determined to pull together and cheer each other on.  Rep. Blake Moore: Up to each state to implement election lawBy Holly Richardson "This week, I was thrilled to be sworn in to the U.S. House of Representatives and join my colleagues as we seek to protect and defend the Constitution. But I was greatly saddened and troubled by the assault on the United States Capitol yesterday, and I urge the American people to unite and help usher in a peaceful transfer of power. Violence and intimidation against the Legislative Branch are unacceptable and un-American. Policy News WEBINAR: Today, Jan 8: COVID-19 vaccine: Myths and MisconceptionsJoin the Salt Lake Chamber for a webinar on the COVID-19 Vaccine: Myths and Misconceptions. From nano-robots to long-term side effects, hear from health care professionals about the truths and falsehoods of the new COVID-19 vaccines, how Utah classifies an "essential worker," and more. Registration required. Saturday, Jan. 9: AAUW/LWV annual legislative forum The American Association of University Women and the League of Women Voters present their annual legislative forum on Saturday, January 9, 2021 from 10:00 am to 11:30 am. Click here to sign in to the Zoom meeting. Passcode: 249133 WEBINAR, Monday, Jan 11: Hope and help for mental illness The Hatch Center is pleased to host a discussion on mental health and the public policies shaping the future, featuring: Congressman Chris Stewart, FCC Chairman Ajit Pai, Huntsman Foundation Director David H. Huntsman, social health ambassador Heidi Swapp, and licensed therapist David Kozlowski, with Hatch Center Executive Director Matt Sandgren as moderator.WHEN: Jan 11, 2021, 11:00 am Register here.  Tues, Jan 12: 2021 Utah economic outlook and public policy summitJoin the Salt Lake Chamber and Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute for the 2021 Economic Outlook & Public Policy Summit on January 12, 2021, the state's premier economic forecasting and public policy event that is attended by policy and academic thought leaders from across the state.  Tuesday, Jan 12: Utah Health Policy Project presents virtual conference Utah Health Policy Project is presenting a virtual conference on Health Policy Solutions. The event will take place on Tuesday, January 12, from 8:30-2:30 pm. Register here. Utah HeadlinesDeseret News
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Wise Words"Presidents and politicians are not the only leaders who influence society. Leaders of churches, congregations, classrooms, businesses, charities and homes can influence the character of the nation. When each of us encourages comity, understanding and grace, we heal. When we disparage, bully or treat others with contempt, we deepen the rift that divides us." ~Senator Mitt Romney
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