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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 PolicyCan 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 angels By 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 law By 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 NewsWEBINAR: 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 summit Join 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 Why these rising GOP stars carry guns and want voters to know about it A silver lining: America's institutions remain intact Uncovering the groundbreaking secrets of BYU-Pathway Worldwide Christmas COVID-19 surge hits Utah with 2nd highest daily total of pandemic Utah activist inside U.S. Capitol says woman killed was first to try and enter House chamber How President Trump misdialed Utah Sen. Mike Lee while the Capitol was under siege The number of Latter-day Saints in Congress is droppingSalt Lake Tribune Nearly a thousand Utahns have received both shots of the COVID-19 vaccine - but many doses have yet to be given out The day after: Utah's members of Congress talk about Capitol violence, blame and solutions As Utah's jobless numbers rise, most unemployed workers can expect to see that extra $300 stipend soon We face three major coronavirus dilemmas. How would you handle them? Vaccine will be available for some Utah teachers next week. But it's unclear who will get the first doses. 'Utah Politics' podcast: Previewing the 2021 Utah LegislatureCOVID Corner COVID-19 vaccines can go to lower priority groups if doses about to expire, CA health officials say (KCRA) Vaccine will be available for some Utah teachers next week. But it's unclear who will get the first doses. (Salt Lake Tribune) Arthritis drug reduces risk of COVID-19 death: UK study (Al Jazeera) Arizona 'hottest hot spot' for COVID-19 as health officials warn of hospital strain (ABC NewS) U.S. sets COVID-19 death record as researchers point to asymptomatic cases as a major source of infections (Washington Post) Pfizer-BioNTech Covid vaccine appears effective against mutation in new strains from UK, South Africa (CNBC)National HeadlinesMcEnany tries to distance administration from Capitol riots (Politico) Police Identify Woman Shot by Capitol Police as Ashli Babbitt (Wall Street Journal) Capitol Attack Leads Democrats to Demand That Trump Leave Office (New York Times) Trump finally admits defeat: 'A new administration will be inaugurated on January 20' (Yahoo News) Did the Capitol Attack Break the President's Spell? (New York Times) US Capitol Police confirm death of officer after pro-Trump riot (CNN) Chuck Schumer claims he and Pelosi were denied request to speak with Pence about 25th Amendment (Fox News) Watch VP Pence confirm 2020 election win for Joe Biden hours after mob breaches Capitol (USA Today) Ted Cruz says he'd object to Biden electors even knowing about riot, blasts Trump for 'reckless' rhetoric (Dallas Morning News) Six Republican lawmakers among rioters as police release photos of wanted (The Independent) Trump publicly acknowledges he won't serve a second term a day after inciting mob (CNN) Law Enforcement And Social Media Identifying U.S. Capitol Mob Members (NPR) Donor who gave millions to Hawley urges Senate to censure him for 'irresponsible' behavior (The Hill) Business Headlines Elon Musk's 'Strange' Reaction To Becoming World's Richest Person (NDTV) Unemployment claims for self-employed and gig workers fell by 50%. Here's why that's misleading (CNBC) In early Apple talks, Hyundai keeps mum on electric vehicle tieup report (Reuters) Burger King revamps brand for first time in over 20 years (CNBC) Bitcoin falls 5% to $37,507 on Bitstamp exchange (Reuters) On This Day In History(From History.com) 1790 - George Washington delivers the nation's first State of the Union address. 1835 - The U.S. national debt reaches $0 for the first and only time. 1859 - Fanny Bullock Workman is born. An explorer, she spent most of her career climbing the Himalayas. One of her most noted achievements includes being the first woman to exceed 23,300 feet when she climbed Pinnacle Peak. 1867 - Congress overrides Andrew Johnson's veto of a bill granting Black men the right to vote in Washington, D.C. 1867 - Emily Greene Balch is born. She was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1946. 1877 - Oglala Lakota warrior Crazy Horse fights his last battle. 1911 - Thelma Butterfly McQeen is born. She later played Prissy in "Gone with the Wind." 1918 - President Woodrow Wilson delivers his "Fourteen Points" speech, outlining his vision for a stable, long-lasting peace. 1935 - Elvis Presley is born. 1942 - Stephen Hawking is born. 1947 - David Bowie is born. 2002 - George W. Bush signs No Child Left Behind into law 2011 - Congresswoman Gabby Giffords is shot in the head during an outdoor meeting with constituents. She is critically injured but survives.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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