Hinckley in the News – Hinckley Institute

2023 MEDIA COVERAGE

2022 MEDIA COVERAGE

2021 MEDIA COVERAGE

October 5, 2021: Third-party conservative Evan McMullin challenges Utah Sen. Mike Lee (KSL) “By running as a third-party candidate, McMullin won’t have to vie for a nomination in front of that crowd. But he’ll have his own challenges to overcome without major party backing, said Jason Perry, director of the University of Utah Hinckley Institute of Politics. ‘It’s just very hard for someone who’s not a Republican or a Democrat to catch fire and get enough votes to win in the state of Utah,’ he said.”

October 4, 2021: Former third-party candidate Evan McMullin to challenge Utah Sen. Mike Lee (FOX13) “Five years later, with more name recognition, could McMullin have a chance against incumbent Mike Lee? ‘This is a recurring question in Utah, is whether or not an independent candidate can mount a successful campaign,’ said Jason Perry, the Director of Hinckley Institute of Politics. ‘He has followers from around the country, what he needs is followers from the state of Utah and for those followers to translate to voters who actually show up.’”

September 29, 2021: How a federal government shutdown would affect Utah (ABC4) “The effects of a potential shutdown would certainly be felt in the Beehive State, according to University of Utah Hinckley Institute of Politics Director Jason Perry. ‘Utahns know pretty knew from the last shutdown, it had an impact here,’ he explains to ABC4.com, mentioning that the Gardner Policy Institute at the university estimated that about 10,000 government workers in Utah were either furloughed or working without pay during the previous shutdown.”

September 27, 2021: Hinckley Institute National and Local Internship Deadlines Approaching (The Daily Utah Chronicle) “‘There are two local internship programs,’ said Morgan Lyon Cotti, an associate director at the Hinckley Institute. ‘Hinckley has [its] standard local Internship Program, which is a part-time internship. Most of the offices are with nonprofits, government offices or businesses.’ Every year in the spring, the Hinckley Institute provides the local legislative internship ‘which is when students get to go to [the] Utah State Capitol and work full time and be paid to staff a legislator or another elected official,’ Lyon Cotti said. ‘Students can experience high-level substantive work.’”

September 17, 2021: Did the Biden administration mishandle U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan? New poll shows what Utahns think (Deseret News) “A majority of Utah voters have an unfavorable view of the United States’ handling of the withdrawal from Afghanistan, according to a new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll. Sixty-two percent of Utahns disapprove — including 48% who strongly disapprove — of how the Biden administration handled the end of the 20-year war. Another 25% say they approve, while 13% aren’t sure.”

September 16, 2021: Should politicians or public health officials make the call on mask mandates? (Deseret News) “Jason Perry, director of the Hinckley Institute, said Utahns remain divided over mask mandates just as they have been throughout the pandemic that began some 18 months ago. ‘You start looking at these really important decisions and seeing the reality is there is no clear agreement among Utahns about the law restricting local government powers on mask mandates,’ Perry said. But he said the poll also makes it clear Utahns prefer that public health experts deal with the issue rather than politicians.”

September 7, 2021: The doctor is in — and busting COVID-19 myths about herd immunity, etc. (KSL) “Just as COVID-19 spreads to unvaccinated people, so do COVID-19 myths about the virus spread to the uninformed. Dr. Richard Orlandi, University of Utah Health’s chief medical officer of ambulatory health, joined KSL NewsRadio’s guest hosts Jason Perry and Morgan Lyon Cotti, both of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, to shatter pernicious myths floating around about COVID-19 and vaccines.”

August 3, 2021: This historic D.C. property will be named for Orrin Hatch and will house University of Utah interns (Deseret News) “A historic Washington, D.C., property that was once home to a Supreme Court chief justice will become a living and gathering place for the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics interns. Jason Perry, the U.’s vice president for government relations and institute director, said the purchase is ‘a game-changer for us.’”

July 12, 2021: Poll: Utahns widely concerned about inflation now, and into the future (KSL) “A new, statewide Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll found 85% of Utahns said they were very or somewhat concerned about inflation. And among that group, 25% said higher prices would be ‘temporary’ versus 60% who believe inflation will be a ‘lasting’ concern.”

July 7, 2021: What happens next to 11 people charged with allegedly disrupted school board meeting? (KSL) “Former prosecutor and defense attorney Greg Skordas joined Dave Noriega and Morgan Lyon Cotti, associate director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, to discuss the possible outcomes of the legal cases.”

July 7, 2021: Poll: Utahns still happy with how Gov. Cox is handling COVID-19 pandemic (Deseret News) “The poll found 69% of Republicans disapprove of the president’s performance, including 51% who strongly disapprove, while 94 % of Democrats approve. Fauci’s numbers are similar with 68% disapproval among Utah Republicans and 90% of Democrats approving. ‘They do look partisan,’ Hinckley Institute of Politics Director Jason Perry said of Utahns assessments of the Washington officials. ‘It appears that the honeymoon is over. For most of the people who were elected in this last election, now the realities are setting in.’ Perry said Utahns ‘are starting to feel the economic impacts of the pandemic and some of the relief efforts. They’re seeing inflation, rising gas prices, issues with supplies and they’re being impacted very directly. That’s reflected in these polls but largely, it’s coming along partisan lines.’”

July 2, 2021: Do Utahns favor national standards for voting in elections? New poll has the answer (Deseret News) “A new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll found 55% of Utahns think nationwide standards are necessary to protect voting rights. The survey showed 34% say voting laws should be made by state and local governments, while 11% aren’t sure. ‘The messaging about the importance of getting some standards in place that levels the playing field to some extent on a national stage seems to have some support. That support may decrease depending on what standards are put in play,’ said Jason Perry, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute.”

July 1, 2021: Incentives for COVID-19 vaccines ‘still on the table’ as new poll shows little interest (Deseret News) “Utahns aren’t that interested in incentives, according to results of a new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll. An overwhelming 65% of Utahns who haven’t been vaccinated against COVID-19 say there’s no incentive that would make them more likely to get the shots. A list of possible offerings —- being able to use sick time, a local restaurant giving away free food or a drawing for a college scholarship — each only interested just 2% of Utahns polled, and free tickets to a local professional sporting event would persuade only 3%, while 10% suggested there might be something and 16% had no answer.”

June 30, 2021: Poll: Utahns favor incentives for ‘wise’ water use — and tougher penalties for those who aren’t (Deseret News) “A majority of Utah residents say they favor financial incentives to have water-wise landscaping to irrigate and tougher penalties for violators who don’t adhere to restrictions as the state struggles through this dangerous and unprecedented drought. A new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll of 1,000 registered Utah voters shows that 65% favor both the financial carrot and the financial stick to weather the drought.”

May 18, 2021: Why police officials, reform advocates agree more work to be done (Deseret News) “According to a new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll, 82% of Utahns trust their local police department either ‘mostly’ or ‘completely.’ On the other hand, only 16% said they ‘mostly’ or ‘completely’ distrust their local police.”

May 13, 2021: How many adults in Utah support state’s mask mandate for students in K-12 schools? (Deseret News) “A majority of Utahns support the ongoing mask mandate in Utah’s K-12 schools, a recent Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll shows. When asked if they agree with Gov. Spencer Cox administration’s decision to continue the mandate beyond the April 10 date when the statewide mask order otherwise ended under HB294, 63% of Utahns said they either strongly or somewhat agree.”

May 17, 2021: Pulling U.S. troops from Afghanistan a complicated question for slain Utah soldiers’ families, veterans (Deseret News) “A new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll found 56% of residents in the state support the president’s decision, while 29% do not. Another 15% aren’t sure. For family members of those who died in Afghanistan and veterans themselves, the question of staying or going is a complicated one. The answer is not clear cut.”

May 13, 2021: A whopping 8 out of 10 Utahns are concerned about the crushing housing market (Deseret News) “A striking 80% of Utahns are concerned about the raging housing market and its skyrocketing prices. That’s according to a new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll, which found 47% of Utahns say they’re ‘very concerned’ about Utah’s current housing market, while 33% said they are ‘somewhat concerned.’”

May 13, 2021: Will ousting of Rep. Cheney affect Sen. Mitt Romney? This political expert doesn’t think so (ABC4) “Jason Perry, the Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, tells ABC4 he doesn’t think this means a whole lot for the Utah senator. ‘… I say that because this is entirely consistent with where he has been as a member of our delegation. He has not been someone who has been supportive of President Trump… so really it’s not a big difference for him. It’s a position he has staked out personally for a little while, including with his vote to convict on impeachment in the Senate,’ Perry states. ‘If anything, he’s had a similar view that she has had.’ Perry says the decision to oust Cheney from her leadership position as the No. 3 Republican in the House of Representatives is not something we’ve seen in recent memory.”

May 12, 2021: When do a majority of Utahns believe life will be back to normal from COVID-19 pandemic? (Deseret News) “Jason Perry, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, described Utahns as feeling “cautious optimism” about the future. ‘What we have seen throughout this pandemic is you cannot take anything for granted,’ Perry said. ‘There just have been no certainties throughout this pandemic. People are hopeful, and they’re hopeful and they’re watching closely. That is the key takeaway.’”

May 11, 2021: Why was President Biden talking to Democratic and Republican governors about COVID-19 vaccine rollout? (Deseret News) “In a new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll, Cox continues to see high approval ratings, with 65% saying they approve of his job performance while only 25% said they disapprove. Specifically regarding the handling of the pandemic, 66% of Utahns said they approve of Cox’s performance, while 26% said they disapprove.”

May 3, 2021: The delegates booed Mitt Romney. Here’s what we learned about Utah’s 2021 Republican Party (Deseret News) “To political pundits, Saturday’s convention put on display — yet again — that the GOP convention system puts the more extreme conservatives front and center, even though that’s not an accurate representation of all Utah Republicans. ‘That was manifested here in this convention yet again,’ said Jason Perry, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, noting it’s what gave rise to the Count My Vote initiative that evolved into SB54, a law that allows an alternative route to the ballot through signature gathering and has been repeatedly contested by Utah’s GOP in court to no avail. ‘The delegates tend to be more conservative than what you see with mainstream Republicans,’ Perry said. ‘That has been a reality for a while.’”

April 22, 2021: Expert: Utah is getting less red, but that’s not the whole story (KSL) “A new analysis from the Cook Political Report found Utah — a reliably Republican state in terms of national politics — is becoming slightly less red in its latest rankings. But Jason Perry with the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah said those findings only tell a part of the story.”

April 11, 2021: Poll: How Utahns want state leaders to spend federal COVID-19 relief money (Deseret News) “Jason Perry, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute, said the poll results are to be expected, with roads and education often top issues on the minds of Utahns. ‘These are very close to home,’ Perry said, also noting that President Joe Biden and his administration have also been discussing major infrastructure investments at a national level. ‘So it makes sense it’s being received well here at home as well.’”

April 9, 2021: Utah Gov. Spencer Cox's approval ratings still climbing — across party lines (KSL) “‘Every month since Gov. Cox has taken office, his approval ratings have increased," said Jason Perry, director of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute. ‘His disapprovals are staying about the same, but of note is the number of people who are unsure about him has gone down. And most of the people who are no longer unsure are falling into the 'approve' category.’”

April 8, 2021: Poll: Utahns split over Saturday’s end to statewide mask mandate (Deseret News) “Hinckley Institute Director Jason Perry said the controversy surrounding masks may be around for a while. ‘Until we emerge from this pandemic and get to what is our new normal, I think we’re still going to have a lot of disagreement about the mask mandate,’ Perry said. ‘To the question of whether or not we’re still going to have some friction, the answer clearly is yes.’ He said that’s not what he expected. ‘I’m still a little surprised at the political divide that exists,’ Perry said. ‘I had hoped that the politics of masks would start to go away as we start to emerge, as more people are vaccinated, as we see light at the end of the tunnel. What we see in this poll is that politics still remains very much at the heart’ of the issue.”

April 8, 2021: What Utahns think about the job President Joe Biden is doing so far (Deseret News) “Utahns don’t appear to be warming up to President Joe Biden as his approval rating took a downward turn in the latest Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll. And Republicans in the state especially find the performance of the new president dismal a little over two months into his first term.”

April 6, 2021: Why does poll show ‘dramatic’ surge in optimism among Utahns about COVID-19? (Deseret News) “That’s a big difference ‘in terms of the optimism of Utahns as to when they think life will get back to normal,’ said Jason Perry, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. He credited the state’s increased vaccinations against the virus and decreasing case counts for the upbeat attitude.”

April 4, 2021: Are Utahns ready to travel? Residents weigh in on plans in new poll (Deseret News) “Finally. Most Utahns are getting ready to go out of town. More than 2 in 3 are planning to travel in the near future, with the majority heading beyond the Beehive State’s borders, according to a new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll. The results come as Utah tallies more than 1.4 million doses of vaccine in the arms of adults across the state.”

April 3, 2021: Poll shows Utahns favor citizenship path for ‘Dreamers’ (Deseret News) “A new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll shows that 55% of Utahns support legislation the U.S. House passed last month to provide a legal path to citizenship for young undocumented immigrants known as “Dreamers” or who have temporary protected status.”

April 2, 2021: Most Utahns are vaccinated or want to be soon, but how many say they’ll never get the shots? (Deseret News) “Jason Perry, director of the U.’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, said vaccines will remain a tough sell for some. ‘We continue to see that a majority of Utahns either have or are eager to get vaccinated and view it as the quickest and safest path to our new normal. When compared to previous polls, fewer people are saying they are going to wait, but the number of those saying they will not get the vaccine is largely unchanged,’ Perry said.”

March 16, 2021: Faced with pressure to lift Covid restrictions, Utah gov. opts to restrict his own powers (NBC News) “Jason Perry, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, said that while Cox and the Legislature are not that far apart on mask mandates and other Covid-19 restrictions, ‘a much larger issue developed as these key players wrestled over who ultimately decides when they are put in place and when they should be removed.’”

March 12, 2021: Interview: Taking a closer look at President Joe Biden’s relief bill and his address to the nation (ABC4) “President Joe Biden has now signed a massive COVID-19 relief bill that could provide relief to millions of Americans. But the bill did not receive bipartisan support, and many lawmakers were split on the issue. Morgan Lyon Cotti, the associate director of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, joined Good Morning Utah to break down the politics behind the bill, as well as the President’s address to the nation.”

February 24, 2021: Cox vs. Zuckerberg: Do Utahns think state government is more trustworthy than Facebook? (Deseret News) “Ongoing issues regarding Big Tech firms like Amazon, Apple and Facebook and how they wield market power and handle troves of personal data is not sitting well with residents across the country and particularly so in Utah, where many have expressed their marked distrust of those firms in a new poll. And the same Utahns are only slightly less distrustful of their federal and state governments, though willing to extend a bit more faith to local government leaders. These findings are all part of a new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll of 1,000 Utah registered voters. The survey was conducted Feb. 10-16 and has a margin of error of plus or minus 3.1 percentage points.”

February 23, 2021: When do Utahns believe life will return to normal? Answers may surprise you (Deseret News) “Nearly half of Utahns believe it will be at least a year from now before life returns to normal from the COVID-19 pandemic, according to results of a new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll released Monday.”

February 22, 2021: Poll: What do Utahns want state lawmakers to spend extra cash on? (Deseret News) “That most Utahns put education above other priorities — including a tax cut — wasn’t surprising to Jason Perry, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute. ‘It’s been historically true, and true in this case, that (Utahns say) that money should be spent on education,’ Perry said. Lawmakers’ early actions on education mean they’ve already ‘taken care of education funding to a large extent,’ Perry said. ‘They promised it, 34% of Utahns want it, and they got it. That is something that’s already been a priority for our Legislature.’”

February 21, 2021: Utahns rate Biden’s first month in office about the same as Trump’s last month in new poll (Deseret News) “Biden didn’t do well in Utah in the November election, garnering just under 38% of the vote. Trump won the state with 58%. Trump, though, vacated the White House with the lowest approval rating of his presidency nationally and the lowest in Utah for the past year. ‘Although President Biden didn’t come close to winning our state’s presidential vote, a significant number of Utahns are showing they have confidence in his ability to lead the country out of the pandemic,’ said Jason Perry, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

February 21, 2021: New COVID-19 poll shows fewer Utahns saying ‘no’ to getting vaccinated (Deseret News) “Hinckley Institute of Politics Director Jason Perry said there’s been ‘a substantial step forward’ since a previous poll last fall found that just over half of Utahns would take a federally approved vaccine if it became available, with nearly a quarter saying they would refuse it.”

February 20, 2021: Poll: Utah Gov. Spencer Cox’s job approval ratings are already climbing (Deseret News) “A new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll shows a healthy majority — 63% — of Utahns approve of Cox’s job performance so far, with 24% saying they strongly approve and 39% saying they somewhat approve. That’s while only 22% say they disapprove, with 15% saying they somewhat disapprove and only 7% strongly disapprove.”

February 20, 2021: Poll: Nearly half of Utahns say state should have moratorium on evictions in pandemic (Deseret News) “Utahns are divided on whether they believe the state should halt evictions to protect more renters from losing their housing in the pandemic, but many think it’s a good idea. Just under half — 47% — believe the state should have a moratorium, according to a new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll. A smaller share of 24% oppose a moratorium, while slightly more — 29% — aren’t sure.”

February 19, 2021: Utah lawmakers say no permit needed to carry concealed gun, but what do Utahns say? (Deseret News) “A state-issued permit will no longer be required to carry a concealed gun in Utah starting May 5. But 55% of Utahns say gun owners should not be able to carry and cover their firearms without a license, according to a new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll.”

February 19, 2021: Most Utahns say Dixie State shouldn’t change its name as lawmakers grapple with issue (Deseret News) “As state lawmakers weigh the next steps over legislation that would set in motion a process to change the controversial name of Dixie State University, a new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll shows just one-fifth of Utahns support a change.”

February 18, 2021: Should transgender girls play on girls sports teams? Utahns share opinions in new poll (Deseret News) “As a debate rages on Utah’s Capitol Hill about female transgender athletes, most Utahns believe they shouldn’t get to participate in high school and college women’s sports, according to a new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll.”

February 18, 2021: Should Senate have convicted Donald Trump? Utahns voice opinion in new poll (Deseret News) “A new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll shows 51% of voters in the state say the Senate should not have convicted Trump, while 43% say he should have been convicted. The remaining 7% were not sure.”

February 9, 2021: Impeachment difference? ‘We do not have a sitting president that's under the microscope.’ (KUTV) “Jason Perry, Vice President for Government Relations and the Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, talked to 2News about the impeachment trial. He said the biggest difference between this impeachment hearing and Trump's first impeachment in 2019 is that ‘we do not have a sitting president that’s under the microscope.’ That is the biggest concern right now and it’s occupying all the conversation in Washington, D.C., said Perry.”

February 9, 2021: Utah’s senators divided over Trump impeachment trial (ABC4) “Utah’s senators are playing a vital role in former President Donald Trump’s impeachment trial. Both senators are jurors, but are divided over the constitutionality of the trial. ‘Senator Mike Lee says it is unconstitutional to sit for an impeachment hearing for a president who is no longer sitting,’ Jason Perry with the Hinckley Institute of Politics says. ‘Mitt Romney has indicated he wants to hear this trial and the evidence.’”

January 24, 2021: Why Mitt Romney loses points with Utah Republicans, scores big with Democrats (Deseret News) “Romney was often on the same page as the former president regarding policy, but he didn’t shy away from calling Trump out, especially when it came to matters of character. ‘His comments about President Trump escalated over the past several months, particularly the last couple of weeks,’ noted Jason Perry, director the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

January 23, 2021: Poll: What Utahns think about Gov. Spencer Cox so far (Deseret News) “‘Having 55% approval rating out of the gate is something he should feel happy about,’ said Jason Perry, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute. While the 20% of undecided Utahns wait to get to know him as their governor, Perry also pointed out the 24% disapproval rate is ‘very low.’”

January 22, 2021: Poll: More than a third of Utahns not very worried about getting COVID-19 (Deseret News) “Jason Perry, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, suggested some of the politicization of the pandemic may be falling away as more Utahns are touched by the virus. The politically charged debate over wearing masks, which became a major issue in the Utah governor’s race, has quieted down, Perry said. ‘When people were talking about masks mostly through a purely political lens, not a lot of people knew someone personally who had been diagnosed with COVID-19,’ he said. ‘But most Utahns now do know someone who has had it and an increasing number have been to the hospital or died,’ he said.”

January 21, 2021: Poll finds more Utahns willing to get COVID-19 vaccine, but is it enough? (Deseret News) “Jason Perry, director of the U.’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, said he sees the interest in the vaccine continuing to climb as it is distributed more widely. ‘What’s happening in Utah and across the country is there is a segment of our population concerned about getting the vaccine, but every single day in the country and the state of Utah, more and more people are getting it,’ Perry said, predicting that will reduce the concern. ‘The rhetoric has had an impact, without question,’ he said of the political debates over the pandemic during the Trump administration. Perry said it’s surprising, too, that Operation Warp Speed, which helped produce vaccines in record time and is arguably a key achievement of the former president, isn’t resonating more with Republicans.”

January 20, 2021: Poll: What Utahns think about new President Joe Biden (Deseret News) “A new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll found 52% of residents have an unfavorable opinion — including 40% very unfavorable — of the new president. The survey shows that 45% of Utahns have a favorable opinion of Biden, while 3% aren’t sure.”

January 20, 2021: Former Utah Congressman attends inauguration in D.C. (ABC4) “‘It is significant especially for the disunity that we see in us country right now it’s emblematic of what we are seeing in America right now,’ Morgan Lyon-Cotti said. A poll from the Deseret News and the Hinckley Institute found 40% of Utah’s say President Trump is a great deal to blame for the deadly riots at the nation’s Capitol while 31 % say he is not to blame. ‘How we move forward from here how we find that unity and again I think a lot of people are going to be looking 2 years to see how they react,’ Lyon-Cotti said.”

January 20, 2021: A closer look at what comes after Inauguration Day (ABC4) “Today is Inauguration Day and President-elect Joe Biden and Vice President-elect Kamala Harris will take their oaths of office in our nation’s capitol. This marks the starts of a 46th presidency. Biden is expected to lay out his goals to unite the country in a time of unprecedented crisis. Morgan Lyon Cotti from the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah joined Good Morning Utah to break down what is in-store for Americans during Biden’s time in office.”

January 19, 2021: Should Trump be held accountable, and if so, for what? (Deseret News) “A new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll found that 40% of Utah residents say Trump is a great deal to blame for the riot, but 31% said he is ‘not at all’ to blame. Liberals are more likely than conservatives to say Trump should be held accountable, with conservatives saying that blame for the violence, which left five dead, belongs with the rioters themselves.”

January 19, 2021: Widespread voter fraud in the 2020 election? A lot of Utahns think so (Deseret News) “The survey results reflect a deep divide that exists not only across the country but in the Republican Party, said Jason Perry, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah. ‘That is why it is a difficult line for some of our elected officials to walk,’ Perry said.”

January 19, 2021: How much blame does President Trump deserve for Capitol riot? Utahns are split (Deseret News) “‘The Republicans look at what happened and they condemn the people who broke into the Capitol,’ said Jason Perry, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute. ‘But what has been consistent over the past year and the time President Trump has been in office, they do not believe he is responsible for the actions of these people, from the speech that was given before the riots occurred or for the claims about the election being stolen.’”

January 6, 2021: ‘It’s insane’: Rep. John Curtis shelters in place after rioters overtake U.S. Capitol (ABC4) “‘I, for one, have seen so many people engage in protests over the past year and they’ve been peaceful and they’ve been impactful. Those are the kinds of protests we want to see more of,’ Perry told ABC4 News. ‘When it starts to become something that strikes at the institutions, the buildings themselves, it becomes violent, people get hurt and you start destroying property, that’s sort of where the end of the productive part of the protest is and we start just seeing it devolve into something else. We need to start disagreeing in much better ways.’”

January 5, 2021: Electoral College Vote Count To Face Unprecedented Opposition (KSL) “States have already certified their results and the Electoral College announced Joe Biden the winner last month. But on Wednesday, Vice President Mike Pence will join both chambers of Congress for a final count of the votes as laid out in the 12th amendment. It’s an event that happens every four years but goes largely unnoticed. ‘Normally it’s ceremonial. Normally it’s mostly a formality,’ said Jason Perry, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics. ‘We have not seen the process interrupted in what we may see [Wednesday]. That’s the reality of it.’”

2020 MEDIA COVERAGE

December 14, 2020: COVID-19 vaccine rollout (Utah Policy) “Not everyone is excited about a vaccine. In September, a Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll found only about 50% of Utahns said they would get the vaccine. On September 14, Utah saw 436 new cases, 3 deaths, 134 people hospitalized, and a positivity rate of 9.8%. Total numbers on that day were 58,438 with 3338 total hospitalizations and 436 total deaths. Three months later (December 14), we had 1968 new cases, (235,872 total cases), 572 are currently hospitalized (9,486 total hospitalizations), a 35% positivity rate, and 7 new deaths for a total of 1062 deaths.”

November 22, 2020: Breaking down the election with Jason Perry of the Hinckley Institute of Politics (ABC4) “County clerks across the state of Utah certified the election results on Tuesday. Many races came down to the wire this year. Jason Perry the Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics joins us this week on Inside Utah Politics with analysis on what happened and why.”

November 20, 2020: Romney calls Trump's election protest 'undemocratic' (FOX13) “Jason Perry, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, says Romney is taking a stand of principle over party. ‘It's not about party anymore. It's about every one of us. It's about our system of governance,’ Perry said.”

November 14, 2020: Will Utahns be tapped to serve in the Biden administration? (Deseret News) “Jason Perry, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, noted a Utahn hasn’t held a Cabinet-level post since former Gov. Mike Leavitt served as Secretary of Health and Human Services under fellow Republican President George W. Bush. ‘I think that the Biden administration should consider some Utahns, but that has not been the history for our state,’ Perry said. Still, he said he expects to see some Utah names end up at least on the shortlist for the president-elect’s leadership team in the coming weeks.”

November 12, 2020: Owens Leads McAdams By 1,616 Votes In 4th Congressional District Race (KSL) “‘Burgess Owens is performing better than some had expected in Salt Lake County, particularly in the outskirts of the Salt Lake City,’ said Jason Perry, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics. Utah County officials estimated they had fewer than 300 ballots remaining in the 4th district race. There are two other counties that report votes for the district — Juab and Sanpete counties.”

November 10, 2020: Young voter participation up 8% from 2016 (ABC4) “The Hinckley Institute of Politics is reporting historic student voter turnout in the 2020 Election. The Hinckley Institute was founded with the goal of increasing student civic engagement. According to an article from the institute, for 55 years the institute has maintained a strict non-partisan agenda and kept its focus on helping young people explore their passions and elevate opportunities for students to contribute to public life.”

November 10, 2020: Owens & McAdams Still In Tight Race For Utah’s 4th Congressional District (KSL) “‘This is almost an exact repeat of what we saw in 2018 when we saw Mia Love get taken down by a similar margin,’ said Jason Perry, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics. Seven-hundred votes is what we saw happen in that particular race. I think it’s going to be likely the same kind of scenario here.’”

November 9, 2020: Presidential Race: Hinckley Institute discusses where we go from here (ABC4) “All major news networks called the presidential race over the weekend. Joe Biden will become the next President of the United States. Morgan Lyon Cotti from the Hinckley Institute of Politics joined Good Morning Utah to break down the presidential race, where we go from here, and how Utah’s 4th Congressional District Race between incumbent Ben McAdams and Republican Challenger, Burgess Owens is shaping up.”

November 6, 2020: Owens & McAdams In Close Race For 4th Congressional District (KSL) “Jason Perry, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, said this race is interesting because it includes four counties and each county is politically very different. McAdams does well in Salt Lake County and, up to this point, has received 54% of the vote in Salt Lake. Meanwhile, Burgess does better in Utah County, where McAdams is getting less than a third of those voters.”

November 5, 2020: ‘Utah Politics’ podcast: A postmortem on election 2020 (Salt Lake Tribune) “On the post-election edition of the ‘Utah Politics’ podcast, we’re joined by Jason Perry of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah. Perry discusses what happened in Utah on Election Day, whether Rep. Ben McAdams can hang on in his race against Republican Burgess Owens, and the mini-blue wave that rolled across Salt Lake County. He also talks about how Gov.-elect Spencer Cox will govern when he takes office in November.”

November 5, 2020: Where we go now in the Presidential Race (ABC4) “The Presidential Race is still to early to call Thursday morning, two days after Election Day. Morgan Lyon Cotti from the Hinckley Institute of Politics from the University of Utah breaks down the race and who has the edge as ballots continue to be counted in key battleground states.”

November 4, 2020: Breaking down the big races locally and nationally (ABC4) “Results from Election Day are pouring in and some big races, including the presidential race have not been called. Jason Perry, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics joined Good Morning Utah to break down that race and races here in Utah.”

November 3, 2020: All 7 of Utah’s constitutional amendments passing — including one to change how education is funded (Salt Lake Tribune) “A controversial amendment to expand how the state’s Education Fund is used — diverting millions to social services not directly related to schools — has commanded surprising support from voters with unofficial results Tuesday. ‘This will be a fundamental change to how we pay for schools,’ said Jason Perry, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah. ‘It’s really a big deal.’”

November 3, 2020: Political experts weigh in on 2020 election (ABC4) “It’s Election Day and millions of Americans and Utahns have cast their ballots for this year’s election. Morgan Lyon Cotti from the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah joined Good Morning Utah to talk about the biggest races in the country and here in Utah.”

November 2, 2020: Last-minute campaigning: How much does it matter? (KSL) “While it’s nothing out of the ordinary, it does beg the question, just how effective is last-minute campaigning this close to the election? Jason Perry, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, says it typically doesn’t do much to move the needle. ‘The campaigning towards the last couple of days means less and less as time goes by,’ explains Perry. ‘Particularly in this election cycle, there are just not a lot of people out there that they are going to try to convert in the last [couple] days.’”

November 1, 2020: Effect Of Nasty Ads On 2020 Election (KSL) “With just days, or even hours, to the 2020 Election, we talk to Jason Perry, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah about his perspective – especially on some of the negative advertising. We also walk through the process to vote for those who have not done so – even up to registering on Election Day.”

October 31, 2020: Ben McAdams, Burgess Owens, outside groups unleash a barrage of ads (Salt Lake Tribune) “Jason Perry, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, said it appears that Owens is using a barrage of negative ads to drive down the favorable view of McAdams among voters in the final days of the election. ‘These commercials that are coming from Owens seem to be having that effect,’ Perry said. ‘In polling we’ve been doing, his [McAdams] unfavorables have been going up. It went up 11% from September to October.’”

October 28, 2020: Why don’t people vote? (KSL) “Jason Perry, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, joined Debbie Dujanovic and Dave Noriega to explain why people don’t vote and why it is so important to do so. Debbie said her take on why people don’t vote is because they think their vote just won’t count for much. She asked Perry if he agreed. ‘That happens so often,’ he said. ‘We hear it all the time: ‘Why would I vote? It doesn’t matter at all, anyway.’ I think you gave the number one reason right there… The reality is, it does.’ When does every vote count? Perry cited the 2018 U.S. House race in Utah when candidate Democrat Ben McAdams narrowly unseated Republican Mia Love by 694 votes.”

October 28, 2020: More Utah women are donating to Biden as Trump struggles with female voters (Salt Lake Tribune) “The campaign donations represent a significant shift in the importance of female voters in this presidential election and demonstrate that women are now ‘putting their money where their votes have been,’ said Morgan Lyon Cotti, associate director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah.”

October 25, 2020: What did Mitt Romney get right and wrong in his infamous 2016 speech against Donald Trump? (Deseret News) “The University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics credentialed more than 100 reporters and at least nine cable TV news trucks lined up outside the hall. Romney did not give the Hinckley Institute an advance copy of the speech, which turned out to be a scathing indictment of Trump as a “fraud’’ and “phony.’’ Hinckley Institute Director Jason Perry doesn’t think Romney — right or wrong — would have a different take four years later. ‘Even though I think Mitt Romney’s tone has changed, I don’t think he would change his speech much if he were giving it today,’ he said.”

October 23, 2020: Utah voters react to final presidential debate (ABC4) “‘Both here in Utah and nationally we are at 25% of voter turnout from 2016 we have 300,000 people here in Utah and tens of millions of people nationally, it really does beg the question do the debate dates need to be moved,’ Morgan Lyon-Cotti said.”

October 22, 2020: Poll: Voters concerned about election results being accepted by Trump, Biden (Deseret News) “Hinckley Institute Director Jason Perry said the question of voter concern about the election results being accepted is timely because ‘so many people are talking about it. It shows that this is more than just talk about this possibility. Both sides are expecting there to be lawsuits or contention about the final outcome.’”

October 21, 2020: New poll shows how Utahns feel about Amy Coney Barrett nomination to Supreme Court (Deseret News) “A new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll found 61% of voters in the state want to see Barrett become the newest member of the high court. The survey shows 30% oppose her confirmation, while 10% aren’t sure.”

October 20, 2020: Poll: Are Utahns more concerned about virus after President Trump caught it? (Deseret News) “Hinckley Institute Director Jason Perry said the poll makes it clear how political the virus has become. ‘Health questions and political questions are fused when it comes to COVID-19,’ Perry said. ‘There is a danger anytime a health question becomes a political question it becomes a question of filters. We’re not talking any longer about what the best health strategy is, or the right precautions are. It becomes a political question.’”

October 20, 2020: The Art And Science Of Polling With Morgan Lyon Cotti On Tuesday's Access Utah (UPR) “Next time on Access Utah, we’ll preview the upcoming election with Morgan Lyon Cotti, Associate Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah. We’ll talk about the art and science of polling, vote by mail, projected voter participation rates, and what’s on your 2020 ballot, including several proposed constitutional amendments.”

October 19, 2020: Poll: Utah’s 4th Congressional District race ‘pure’ toss-up (Deseret News) “Burgess Owens, the Republican challenger in Utah’s 4th Congressional District, is leading Democratic Rep. Ben McAdams by a single percentage point in the latest Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll results released Monday.”

October 17, 2020: Utah’s 4th District — one of the nation’s closest races — is contentious, competitive (Deseret News) “Owens said at a recent University of Utah Hinckley Institute of Politics forum that he decided to make his first bid for public office to help get the House back under Republican control and “put those values that our country is built upon, education, faith, free markets and the family unit, put those in the forefront.’”

October 16, 2020: Hinckley Institute of Politics talks Confirmation Hearing and Dueling Town Halls (ABC4) “The confirmation hearings for Judge Amy Coney Barrett and Joe Biden and President Trump’s dueling Town Hall meetings made headlines this week. Associate Director, Morgan Lyon Cotti from the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, joined Good Morning Utah to break down those events and talk about how they might affect voting in the upcoming presidential election.”

October 15, 2020: Young Utah Voters Discuss Why They Are Turning Out This Election (UPR) “Utah is the state with the nation's youngest average population-- which means a lot of young voters. In the 2016 presidential election, 26.8 percent of Utah voters were between the ages 18 and 29 while the national average was 21.6 percent. Despite the importance students like Young and Waddell place on voting, the voting rates for Utahns between the ages of 18 and 29 have a history of lagging, according to data from the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah.”

October 15, 2020: Ben McAdams, Burgess Owens both praise 'warp speed' vaccine effort (KSL) “Both Democratic Rep. Ben McAdams and Burgess Owens, his Republican challenger in Utah’s 4th Congressional District, offered praise Wednesday for President Donald Trump’s push to rapidly develop a COVID-19 vaccine. Washington’s response to the coronavirus pandemic was a key topic of separate discussions with the congressional candidates during an hourlong virtual University of Utah Hinckley Institute of Politics “Informed Decisions 2020” forum held midday.”

October 13, 2020: University of Utah students focus on virtual ways to encourage peers to vote (FOX13) “‘There have been some successful online voter registration events, but it’s been a challenge,’ said Kyle Tucker, Program Coordinator, Hinckley Institute. ‘It’s hard because we are all living in this virtual world and so we are kind of competing for people’s attention when there are so many different webinars, and forums and Zoom calls you can join.’”

October 13, 2020: 4th congressional district race setting spending records; $11 million projected in TV advertising (ABC4) “‘We are seeing an immense amount of money coming into negative campaign ads,’ said Jason Perry, director at Hinckley Institute of Politics. ‘We’re looking at an enormous amount of outside money — some people like to call it satellite funding — from places outside the state’ added Perry. It’s a district being closely watched, as McAdams won in 2018 by fewer than 700 votes. ‘It leans Republican, but it has a Democrat representing it,’ said Perry.”

October 11, 2020: McAdams, Owens talk COVID-19 response, climate change and Black Lives Matter in 4th Congressional District debate (Deseret News) “McAdams and Owens have participated in a candidate forum sponsored by the Salt Lake Chamber and are scheduled to do the same at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics Wednesday. Monday’s debate, however, will be the only one between the candidates.”

October 8, 2020: V.P. debate in Utah was second-most-watched ever (Salt Lake Tribune) “‘It just shows the interest in this debate,’ said Jason Perry, the director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. ‘The spotlight was on the state of Utah for the biggest political event of the week, and the state showed quite well.’ ‘The fact that the political cycle moves on to the next story is something we all expect,’ Perry said. ‘The impacts of this debate will be felt all the way through November, whether or not there is another presidential debate.’”

October 8, 2020: Hinckley Institute re-caps VP debate: #Flygate, Debate Winner, Undecided voters (ABC4) “Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, Jason Perry joined Good Morning Utah Thursday for a re-cap of the Vice-Presidential debate at the University of Utah; he also weighed in on the news that the next Presidential debate will be virtual. Perry talked about the leader coming out of the debate and how each candidate performed with an eye towards undecided voters; he said both accomplished what they set out to do. Perry hoped for a more clear plan from each about the next steps on COVID-19, but said each invigorated their voting bases.”

October 7, 2020: What does a Vice President do? Roles and responsibilities of a VP (ABC4) “‘This is the person who takes office if there’s a death or resignation of the President. That’s primarily it,’ Jason Perry, the Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics explains. ‘There’s only one constitutional role for the Vice President and that is to preside over the Senate which essentially means this: that person will cast the tie breaking vote if there is a tie in the Senate. Otherwise, they’re not even able to address the Senate unless they’re invited by the Senate itself. Those are the primary roles set by the Constitution for the Vice President.’”

October 7, 2020: Who is Vice President Mike Pence? (ABC4) “Vice President Mike Pence has a reputation for being steady and calm perhaps even boring…but considering the President that he serves, that may be a good thing. ‘His temperament is very different than the President which is interesting,’ Jason Perry, the Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics said. ‘He once referred to himself as Rush Limbaugh on decaf.’”

October 7, 2020: Pence and Harris debate at the University of Utah (Salt Lake Tribune) “‘This has been a monumental effort and everything is really coming together today,’ said Jason Perry with the Hinckley Institute of Politics. He said about 300 student volunteers have been working to make sure the event goes well. He added he was almost ready to relax, but not quite. ‘Everyone is anticipating this particular debate. That’s what everyone is talking about, seeing these two candidates together and hearing them discuss the issues,’ he said. When the debate ends at 8:30 tonight, Perry believes the positive afterglow from a successful event should continue for Utah into the future, similar to the long-lasting benefits for the state from the 2002 Olympics.”

October 7, 2020: What Utahns will be looking for during the Vice Presidential Debate (KSL) “As all eyes turn to Utah ahead of the one and only Vice Presidential debate, what will Utahns themselves be looking for during Wednesday night’s debate? Hinckley Institute of Politics Director Jason Perry says The Supreme Court, an issue in the 2016 election, is important once again to the state’s voters. ‘They wanted–not everyone–but a majority of Utahns wanted conservative candidates. They’ve got a couple of them already, but that issue is high on the list again,’ Perry says.”

October 7, 2020: Previewing the Vice Presidential Debate at the University of Utah (KSL) “The Vice Presidential Debate will take place on Wednesday at the University of Utah in Salt Lake City. Associate Director Morgan Lyon Cotti from the Hinckley Institute of Politics joined Good Morning Utah to preview the debate and talked about it could impacted voters in Utah.”

October 7, 2020: Political expert says differing personalities could stimulate peaceful VP debate (ABC4) “Hinckley Institute of Politics political expert Morgan Lyon- Cotti says this debate could be more peaceful than the first presidential debate. ‘The personalities of these two candidates are so different,’ Morgan Lyon-Cotti said. ‘Mike Pence is such a steady presence he does not get riled up by another person or another moderator and Senator Harris is this seasoned prosecutor who knows how to cross-examine and dive into issues in a measured way.’”

October 7, 2020: What To Watch For During The VP Debate With Jason Perry (UPR) “Aside from the topic on everyone’s mind-- the coronavirus pandemic-- Jason Perry, the director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, said he anticipates the economy will be an important discussion point during tonight’s debate vice presidential debate in Salt Lake City. ‘Both of these candidates are going to have to talk about how they're going to not just get us out of the pandemic, but how they're going to jumpstart the economy going forward,’ said Perry.”

October 7, 2020: Suburban Voters, Especially Women, An Important Demographic Tonight, Morgan Lyon Cotti Says (UPR) “When it comes to topics for tonight’s vice presidential debate, associate director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, Morgan Lyon Cotti, said she is anticipating discussion on big topics like the economy and health care-- issues she identifies as important to suburban voters. ‘Which is exciting for utahns. Because largely, our state is made up of those suburban voters who are still deciding how they want to vote,’ Lyon Cotti said.”

October 7, 2020: 12 feet and Plexiglass sheets will divide Pence and Harris in tonight's VP debate at the U (FOX13) “‘It's much closer than you'd expect for a state like this,’ said Jason Perry with the Hinckley Institute of Politics. ‘Donald Trump at 50 percent, Joe Biden at 40 percent, that's a lead you'd expect to be much bigger considering where we are as a state of Utah. It kind of shows what Utah voters are like. They're not just about the party, they really are looking for the person. A lot of people have already made up their minds, that's clear from this poll, but it's so much closer than anyone would have expected.’”

October 6, 2020: Anti-Trump Republicans who run 'The Lincoln Project' focus on Utah during VP debate (FOX13) “‘It’s much closer than you’d expect for a state like this. Donald Trump at 50%, Joe Biden at 40%. That’s a lead you’d expect to be much bigger considering where we are as a state of Utah,’ said Jason Perry, the director of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics. ‘It kind of shows what Utah voters are like. They’re not just about the party, they really are looking for the person. A lot of people have already made up their minds, that’s clear from this poll. But it’s so much closer than anyone would have expected.’”

October 6, 2020: All eyes on Utah as lone VP debate is held in Salt Lake City (ABC4) “‘It’s 50 to 40, 40% for Joe Biden it is an interesting spread right there and interesting dynamics for the state of Utah,’ Jason Perry with the Hinckley Institute of Politics said. Perry says now more than ever, more eyes are on this debate. ‘The country is looking at this debate as a place where they are going to get real policy from these two candidates where are they going to go where are they going to take the United States of America we did not get a lot of that in the first presidential debate,’ Perry said.”

October 6, 2020: The vice presidential debate in Utah: What you need to know about the big event (Salt Lake Tribune) “This is just the third time since the modern presidential debates began in 1960 that an event has been held in the Intermountain West. The presidential candidates met at the University of Denver in 2012 and at the University of Nevada Las Vegas in 2016. Salt Lake City was primed to host a Republican primary debate in 2016, but it was near the end of the schedule and Trump, then the clear front-runner, declined to participate. At that time, the University of Utah sought one of the 2020 debates and here we are.‘This area of the country has become much more important politically,” says Jason Perry, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah. “I think it’s absolutely critical that at least one of these debates happens here in the West, and Utah is the perfect place for it.’”

October 5, 2020: U Prepares for Upcoming VP Debate with Hosting Hinckley Forum and Announcing Ticket Winners (The Daily Utah Chronicle) “As the University of Utah prepares to host the vice presidential debate, they held two events on Oct. 5, 2020 to inform students and fulfill final announcements. At 12 p.m., the Hinckley Institute of Politics hosted a forum titled: The Vice President, and at 1 p.m. the U live-streamed the drawing of tickets for viewing the debate via their Instagram.”

October 5, 2020: Raffle Held For 60 Univ. Of Utah Students To Attend VP Debate (KSL) “‘It is a huge deal to be able to be in the hall literally seeing history being made. We opened this raffle for just one day, and we had over 4,000 students sign up. Of those, we whittled it down to 300,’ said Morgan Lyon Cotti with the Hinckley Institute of Politics, who said the final 60 were then picked from the 300 during the raffle.”

October 2, 2020: President Trump’s Positive COVID-19 Test Could Impact VP Debate in SLC (KSL) “Jason Perry, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah said there is a rigorous testing system in place that will deliver results in 12 hours for anyone attending. ‘There is no better place to have this debate than the state of Utah right now, particularly when it comes to being tested,’ Perry said. ‘Not only do we have a world-class health facility here with our hospital, but we also have ARUP, which is a reference laboratory, one of the best in the entire world that is doing all the testing for us. This is the place to be we’re leading the way on a normal day, particularly given the debates.’”

September 30, 2020: Why debates are essential to both political insiders and undecided voters (KSL) “‘There are a couple of outcomes that are good for candidates, and this is what they’ll be trying to do,’ Jason Perry, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, said of the debates, ‘These candidates are trying to solidify their base. It’s one thing for their base to say they’re supportive and this is who their candidate is, but they really need those voters to actually cast a ballot.’”

September 30, 2020: A chance to see candidates for the Utah Board of Education (Salt Lake Tribune) “To help voters and candidates for the state Board of Education better understand each other, the Utah Education Debate Coalition (UEDC) — made up of United Way of Utah, the Hinckley Institute of Politics, the Deseret News, the Sutherland Institute and he Utah Association of Public Charter Schools — stages debates between candidates in the Board of Education. While each member of UEDC cares deeply about the work of the state board, none of our organizations endorses or opposes candidates. This campaign season we will hold three debates, all live streamed on the Hinckley Institute’s YouTube channel and available for viewing afterward. The first was Wednesday. Others are set for Oct. 6 and Oct. 8. Each debate will last one hour, from 7 to 8 p.m.”

September 30, 2020: A vice presidential debate preview: “It’s going to be something to watch” (KSL) “Current Vice President Mike Pence and VP hopeful Kamala Harris will lock horns for the vice presidential debate in Utah. And a political expert from the site of the battle says there may be more interest in this one than the presidential debates. Jason Perry, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, says that’s because of Kamala Harris. ‘I think she’s come off as someone who greater enhances the (Democratic ticket.) People (want to get to) know her as a person and a candidate.’ Perry says for Harris, that is both an opportunity and a position fraught with pressure. ‘That opportunity is to show what kind of direction she might give to (Biden’s administration.)’”

September 23, 2020: Should Utah’s governor issue a mask mandate? Cox, Peterson differ (Deseret News) “The state’s response to the coronavirus pandemic was a focus during an hourlong virtual “Informed Decisions 2020” forum on the governor’s race, featuring separate interviews of Cox and Peterson by Jason Perry, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, that were streamed on YouTube.”

September 22, 2020:What you need to know about the Vice Presidential debate, hosted in Utah (ABC4) “‘It is never too early to educate our youth about democracy and our political process and what better opportunity could there be than a front-row seat to one of the nation’s largest political events. From kindergarteners to college students, it is vital Utah’s students learn about the importance of civic engagement and their right to vote,’ said The Hinckley Institute of Politics Director, Jason Perry.”

September 20, 2020: Sean Reyes has big lead over Greg Skordas in Utah attorney general race (Deseret News) “Democrat Greg Skordas has a lot of ground to cover in a short time to make the race against Republican Utah Attorney General Sean Reyes competitive. A new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll shows Reyes with a commanding lead, though less than half of voters say they would choose him and nearly a quarter remain undecided.”

September 19, 2020:Poll: 51% say it’s safe for children to be back in the classroom (Deseret News) “Plans in place, most Utah schools have been back in session for several weeks, some more than a month. Do Utahns perceive it’s safe for children to be back in classrooms? Just over half of Utahns — 51%— think it is, according to a new Deseret News/University of Utah Hinckley Institute of Politics poll.”

September 18, 2020: Ruth Bader Ginsburg’s death will spark a political fight. Mike Lee, Mitt Romney will likely play prominent roles. (Salt Lake Tribune) “‘A lot of Republicans are going to be in a tough spot,’ said Morgan Lyon Cotti, associate director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. ‘Should they be held to this argument from four years ago? But we know these judges have an impact for generations. Knowing this might be their last chance to nominate and confirm a judge for some years, that might overrule that.’”

September 18, 2020: New poll shows how Utahns plan to vote in race for governor (Deseret News) “Republican Lt. Gov. Spencer Cox continues to hold “a commanding lead” over Democrat Chris Peterson in the race for Utah governor, but nearly a quarter of likely voters are still undecided. That’s according to the results of a new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll released Friday.”

September 18, 2020: Utah topples daily record with 1,117 new COVID-19 cases (Deseret News) “A new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll shows just under one-third of Utahns strongly approve of Herbert’s handling of the COVID-19 pandemic. Meanwhile, 37% somewhat approve, 16% somewhat disapprove, 12% strongly disapprove, and 4% aren’t sure.”

September 17, 2020: Voting by mail? No big deal, Utahns say in new poll (Deseret News) “A new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll found that 75% of likely Utah voters have voted by mail in previous elections, compared to 24% who said they have not. Of those who previously voted by mail, 75% said they believe their vote was counted properly, while only 4% said no, and 21% said they weren’t sure.”

September 17, 2020: Utah Debate Commission poll shows McAdams leading Owens — the only Democratic ray of hope (Salt Lake Tribune) “A new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll conducted Sept. 7-12 and released Monday, for example, showed McAdams up by 4 percentage points, with 45% of the vote compared with 41% for Owens.”

September 16, 2020: Burgess Owens wins GOP primary for 4th Congressional District, AP reports (Deseret News) “President Donald Trump holds a sizable lead over former Vice President Joe Biden in Utah, a Republican-dominated state where most voters believe they’re better off since he was elected but the country is not, according to the latest Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll.”

September 15, 2020: Poll: Only half of Utahns say they’d take FDA-approved COVID-19 vaccine (Deseret News) “Nearly a quarter of Utahns who say they would not take an FDA-approved COVID-19 vaccine if it were available, according to a new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll. And nearly another quarter of Utahns say they don’t know if they’d take it.”

September 15, 2020: ‘Massive undertaking’ underway as Utah’s vice presidential debate draws nearer (The Salt Lake Tribune) “With Utah’s vice presidential debate just over three weeks away, the event’s organizers say they are involved in a ‘massive undertaking’ to get the state ready to take the national stage. Officials continue to work with security professionals, Secret Service members and law enforcement agencies across the Salt Lake Valley and beyond to put together safety protocols for the Oct. 7 event, according to Jason Perry, chairperson of the University of Utah’s Vice President Debate Steering Committee and director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

September 14, 2020: Poll: McAdams holds slight lead over Owens in one of country’s most competitive races (Deseret News) “Utah’s only Democrat in Congress, Rep. Ben McAdams, holds a slight lead over Republican Burgess Owens in one of the nation’s most competitive races, according to a new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll released Monday.”

September 14, 2020: In COVID era, whether ‘likely voters’ will follow through is anyone’s guess (Deseret News) “The Deseret News/Hinckley Institute survey this week is, for the first time in election 2020, based upon likely voters. So, it seems like an appropriate time to comment on the challenges facing pollsters in figuring out who is likely to actually show up and vote.”

September 9, 2020: School Funding Amendment On The Ballot For This November (KUER 90.1) “This November, Utahns will be voting on several amendments to the state constitution, including one about public education funding. Utah is ranked 51st in the nation when it comes to per-pupil spending, but the state also has a large number of school-age children, according to Andrea Brandley, a research associate, with the Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute. She presented the information at a virtual panel held by the Hinckley Institute on Wednesday.”

September 2, 2020:Opposing Arguments (University of Utah Magazine) “For nine decades, Kingsbury Hall has been the University of Utah’s center stage, hosting VIPs such as Eleanor Roosevelt, Gerald Ford, Maya Angelou, and Ta-Nehisi Coates. But on October 7, its curtains will open to its biggest audience ever as the 2020 vice presidential candidates square off in their one and only debate. ‘We predict 100 million people from all over the world to tune in,’ says Jason Perry JD’99, director of the U’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. ‘And hundreds of student volunteers will get experience in the political process that you cannot get any other way.’”

September 2, 2020: USA Today’s Susan Page to moderate Pence-Harris debate at University of Utah (KSL) “Jason Perry, the U. vice president of government relations and Hinckley Institute of Politics director who serves as chairman of the campus’ debate steering committee, praised the selection of Page to moderate what will be the state’s first-ever debate in a presidential race.”

September 2, 2020: USA Today journalist Susan Page will moderate vice presidential debate in Utah (The Salt Lake Tribune) “‘This is an important part of the democratic process, and we are building all of this around the opportunity for students in every major to be involved — from our architecture shop to our music shop,’ said Jason Perry, chairman of the U.’s Vice President Debate Steering Committee and director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

September 2, 2020: Hinckley Institute encourages student engagement in politics (UtahPolicy) “TurboVote was created to help students vote, no matter what. Sign up to receive election reminders, get registered to vote, & apply for your absentee ballot! The deadline to register in Utah is October 23rd, so make sure you're signed up today. At the University of Utah, the Hinckley Institute has partnered with the Andrew Goodman Foundation and the PAC-12 Voting Challenge to make sure all students get the chance to participate.”

September 1, 2020: Will there be a post-convention bounce for GOP congressional candidate Burgess Owens? (KSL) “‘He was really playing to that national stage, the people he’s going to need to help fund his campaign,’ said Jason Perry, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. ‘The people who are watching are the national people, the people who will bring money to a race like this. The 4th District is highly competitive.’”

August 27, 2020: Burgess Owens touts Trump’s record on race in speech at the Republican National Convention (The Salt Lake Tribune) “Utah’s 4th Congressional District race between Owens and McAdams is expected to be among the most competitive in the nation. Handicappers at the Cook Political Report say the race between them is a toss up, and recent polling from the Deseret News and the Hinckley Institute of Politics have indicated it would be a close race.”

August 23, 2020: RNC speaking slot ‘dream come true,’ congressional candidate Burgess Owens says (Deseret News) “A recent Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll showed Owens and McAdams tied, each with the support of 35% of Utah voters and a significant chunk still undecided.”

August 21, 2020: A look back at the DNC and look ahead to the RNC (ABC4) “Associate Director, Morgan Lyon Cotti from the Hinckley Institute of Politics joined Good Morning Utah to talk about those messages and looks ahead to the Republican National Convention.”

August 21, 2020: Four U Presidential Scholars Named (@TheU) “As the academic advisor to the Hinckley Institute of Politics, Curry hopes to inspire others to study Congress and Washington politics.”

August 18, 2020: Is ranked-choice voting the answer to plurality? (Deseret News) “[Hatch] cited the latest Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll, which found 49% of registered Utah voters backed runoff elections.”

August 17, 2020: Add Kanye West to list of presidential candidates on Utah ballot (Deseret News) “While Utahns may be willing to consider presidential alternatives, West’s celebrity alone isn’t likely to be enough to draw many voters, said Jason Perry, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. He said many Utahns felt a connection to McMulllin, a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. ‘Kanye West is not the same as one of those typical third-party candidates who may capture the vote against the other candidates,’ Perry said. ‘I think he will get some small segment of the Utah population that may like the novelty of this opportunity, but I do not think it will impact this race to any substantial degree.’”

August 17, 2020: Utah 4th Congressional District race now a toss-up, according to new national rating (Deseret News) “The latest Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll showed McAdams and Owens tied at 35% each, with nearly a quarter, 24%, of the registered voters surveyed July 27-Aug. 1 still undecided.”

August 15, 2020: Democrats make their pitch for Latter-day Saint votes in a week marked by strong appeals from both parties (Deseret News) “Still, others, some of whom did not vote for Trump in 2016, say he has won their vote this year. In Utah, the Deseret News/Hinckley Institute poll taken at the end of July showed that 55% of respondents said they approve of the president’s job performance, while 42% disapprove.”

August 11, 2020: Biden’s VP pick is ‘going to appeal to a lot of Utahns’ (Deseret News) “Jason Perry, U. vice president of government relations and chairman of the campus’ debate steering committee, said Biden’s choice of Harris heightens expectations for the sole vice presidential debate, a 90-minute event on Oct. 7 expected to be viewed by 100 million people worldwide. ‘The biggest and perhaps most important campaign question for Joe Biden has been answered with the selection of Kamala Harris as his running mate,’ said Perry, who is also director of the U.’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. ‘Sen. Harris will energize the Democratic Party, and since the University of Utah will host the only vice presidential debate, this will be the debate to watch. The eyes of the world will be on the state of Utah for this historic event.’”

August 11, 2020: 100 million sets of eyes will be on Utah as Pence, Harris compete in the only VP debate (KJZZ) “Kamala Harris, presumptive Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden's newly-announced VP pick, will be in Utah eight weeks from now. She'll take part in the only vice presidential debate, happening on the University of Utah campus in Salt Lake City. ‘This is the debate everyone wants to watch,’ said Jason Perry with the U's Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

August 10, 2020: Another push for governor? Social media post renews Huntsman write-in candidacy (ABC4) “Morgan Lyon Cotti, Associate Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, provided insight on the topic to ABC4 News. ‘He’s come out and said he won’t do it, but then we see these really cryptic social media posts from members of his family or members of his team, so everybody is wondering what is going to happen. We don’t have that much time left before the election,” explained Cotti. ‘The clock is ticking.’”

August 10, 2020: Should there be a runoff if no candidate wins a majority? 49% of Utah voters say yes in new poll (Deseret News) “Nearly half of Utah voters want the law changed so runoff elections can be held in races where no candidate receives a majority, as happened when Lt. Gov. Spencer Cox won the state’s June 30 Republican gubernatorial primary with just over 36% of the vote, a new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll found. Hinckley Institute Director Jason Perry said voters ‘want the voice of the people, the majority of the people’ to determine the winner of an election. But in the case of the GOP gubernatorial primary, nearly two-thirds of the voters chose a candidate other than Cox. ‘That’s what this questions gets to,’ Perry said. ‘That is a new issue in our current political system and a byproduct of having multiple avenues to the ballot. That’s why you see 49%, nearly half of Utahns, saying they would like to have some type of runoff.’”

August 9, 2020: Sean Reyes leads Greg Skordas but many undecided in Utah A.G. race, poll shows (Deseret News) “‘That’s a high percentage of voters who are not sure for an incumbent. But it says more about the office itself at this point than it says about the candidates,” said Jason Perry, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute. “These are two candidates that are very qualified.’”

August 8, 2020: Poll: 41% of Utahns already comfortable without mask in public (Deseret News) “A high percentage of Utahns feel comfortable going into public without masks amid the pandemic, according to a new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll. The Deseret News/Hinckley Institute poll found that 43% of Utahns believe the governor should require everyone to wear a mask in public at all times amid the COVID-19 pandemic. That’s compared to 36% who believe individuals should decide for themselves whether to wear masks, and 18% who said they believe that decision should be made by local governments.”

August 7, 2020: Poll: Spencer Cox has ‘big lead’ over Chris Peterson in Utah governor race (Deseret News) “Nearly half of Utah voters back GOP Lt. Gov. Spencer Cox in the race for governor, while 17% support Democrat Chris Peterson, according to the latest Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll that also found 29% are still undecided. Jason Perry, Hinckley Institute director, said the race is looking good for Cox. ‘Spencer Cox is in a great position going into November. This is a big lead for where we are in the election cycle,” said Perry, who has held key posts under two GOP governors. “I think it may narrow somewhat but this is historically a race that goes to the Republican in Utah.’”

August 6, 2020: Donald Trump holding on to lead over Joe Biden in Utah (Deseret News) “President Donald Trump may be trailing former Vice President Joe Biden nationally, but he’s holding onto his lead in Utah over the Democratic challenger, according to a new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute poll. ‘The reality is, Utahns are not unsure of how they feel about President Trump,’Hinckley Institute Director Jason Perry said, pointing out the president has been able to maintain a core of support since the beginning of the year, with his approval ratings hitting a high of 57% in March and April before dipping to a low of 52% in May.”

August 6, 2020: McAdams-Owens congressional race all tied up, Deseret News/Hinckley poll finds (Deseret News) “President Donald Trump may be trailing former Vice President Joe Biden nationally, but he’s holding onto his lead in Utah over the Democratic challenger, according to a new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute poll. ‘The reality is, Utahns are not unsure of how they feel about President Trump,’ Hinckley Institute Director Jason Perry said, pointing out the president has been able to maintain a core of support since the beginning of the year, with his approval ratings hitting a high of 57% in March and April before dipping to a low of 52% in May.”

August 5, 2020: Poll finds 43% of Utahns want Herbert to issue statewide mask mandate (Deseret News) “A new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll shows that a significant percentage of Utahns believe Gov. Gary Herbert should issue a statewide mask mandate — something he’s been reluctant to do. ‘That is a pretty significant number — higher than you might think when you think about just how political the question is,’ said Jason Perry, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, noting there is ‘not great support’ to the local government approach.”

August 4, 2020: School or no school? Masks or no masks? Where Utahns stand on school this fall (Deseret News) “A new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll found 54% of Utahns intend to have their children in school when the bells start ringing later this month. Another 23% will have them participate remotely via technology, while 9% will teach them at home and 14% aren’t sure what they’re going to do.”

August 3, 2020: McAdams-Owens congressional race all tied up, Deseret News/Hinckley poll finds (Deseret News) “A new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll released Monday shows a tie in the 4th Congressional District race between Utah’s only Democrat in Congress, Rep. Ben McAdams, and Republican challenger Burgess Owens. Hinckley Institute of Politics Director Jason Perry said the poll results show why this is the race to watch in Utah. ‘This is a very competitive district historically and it’s become even more so now,’ Perry said, with the winner determined by who can secure support from moderate Republicans and independent voters. ‘It comes down to which candidate can find a strong tailwind going into the November election.’”

July 28, 2020: University of Utah hasn’t even considered canceling vice presidential debate (Deseret News) “We are 100% moving forward for this debate on Oct. 7,” [Perry] said Tuesday. “We’re going to have 100 million people watching this event and showcasing the state of Utah and what’s happening here, and also what’s happening with our students from every university in the state of Utah. That’s something we see as very valuable.”

July 24, 2020: Will Utah governor’s race start heating up soon? (Deseret News) “Jason Perry, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, said because Utahns are worried about more than politics right now, the best course for Cox may be to stay off the campaign trail until Labor Day and be seen instead as focusing on the state’s COVID-19 response. ‘That is really going to be the biggest factor for him, the success there,’ said Perry, who held key posts in the administrations of Herbert and former Gov. Jon Huntsman Jr. ‘He sees that, which is why it’s campaigning more in terms of leadership than campaigning in terms of shaking hands.’ Perry said voters facing the ‘most serious of circumstances’ are weighing their political choices differently.”

July 22, 2020: Salt Lake City’s VP debate will have a live audience (KSL) “‘Safety has been a primary concern for us as we have been planning this event,’ said Jason Perry, U. vice president of government relations and chairman of the campus’ debate steering committee. ‘This is a monumental effort from many, many people to make sure we can pull this off successfully.’ Perry, who is also director of the U.’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, said masks are expected to be worn and social distancing maintained within the secured area of the campus, but added, plans are ‘changing as circumstances change around us.’”

July 22, 2020: Vice presidential debate to be held with audience in Utah (The Washington Post) “A vice presidential debate will be held with an audience at the University of Utah in October, though it will be significantly smaller to accommodate social distancing amid a surge of coronavirus cases in Utah and elsewhere, officials said Wednesday. ‘We will not have a lot of students on campus,’ said Jason Perry, with the university’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

July 22, 2020: The vice presidential debate in Utah will go on but feature a smaller crowd (The Salt Lake Tribune) “Jason Perry, chairman of the U.’s Vice President Debate Steering Committee and director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, said one of the most important elements of the debate will be student involvement, ‘even if it’s remotely.’ ‘This is an important part of the democratic process, and we are building all of this around the opportunity for students in every major to be involved — from our architecture shop to our music shop,’ he said. ‘And our faculty are putting together programs and curriculum to help talk about these issues, the things that are going to come up, from civic dialogue to all the other aspects of having a debate.’”

July 17, 2020: Mail-in primary election in Utah is one for the books (KSL) “More than half a million voters in Utah mailed in their votes in the June 30 primary election. Justin Lee, state director of elections at the Lieutenant Governor’s Office, joined guest hosts Jason Perry and Morgan Lyon Cotti on Live Mic to discuss the Republican primary election for governor.”

July 11, 2020: Could Jon Huntsman Jr. become a write-in candidate for governor? (Deseret News) “Jason Perry, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and a former economic development official in the Huntsman administration, said while some Huntsman supporters may be looking for options, a write-in candidacy ‘has not historically been a very successful option in the state.’ ‘Huntsman is not behind this effort so it would be misplaced to say that it’s sour grapes for him,” he said. ‘To do so would require a candidate who is motivated to be part of the write-in effort and it would require an amazing amount of effort and money to make that happen. And there are so many unknowns between now and November.’”

July 8, 2020: Discussing the primary election results with The Hinckley Institute of Politics (ABC4) “The results for the primary election are still coming in but some of the key races, like the Republican pick for Governor have already been decided. Morgan Lyon Cotti from The Hinckley Institute of Politics joined Good Morning Utah to talk about that race and others from the primary election.”

July 8, 2020: Campaigning during coronavirus, GOP ex-envoy falls short (The Salt Lake Tribune) “Meanwhile, there were two other candidates in the race, and vocal Trump supporter Greg Hughes likely siphoned off votes from both front-runners by railing against coronavirus-related business shutdowns, said Jason Perry director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah.”

July 8, 2020: Huntsman supporters explore write-in candidacy for November (ABC4) “‘It’s one of the most difficult things to do in politics. They still have some time, the deadline isn’t until later in the summer to have this be an option for the Fall,’ said Morgan Lyon Cotti, with the Hinckley Institute of Politics. ‘But for the voter, it means that they have to skip over the names of the candidates that are listed on their ballot and physically write in the name of the person that they want to be running,’ added Lyon Cotti.”

July 7, 2020: Campaigning during coronavirus, GOP ex-envoy falls short (The Associated Press) “Meanwhile, there were two other candidates in the race, and vocal Trump supporter Greg Hughes likely siphoned off votes from both front-runners by railing against coronavirus-related business shutdowns, said Jason Perry director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah.”

July 7, 2020: What went wrong with former Gov. Jon Huntsman Jr.’s third run for Utah governor? (Deseret News) “Anderson also pointed to a Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll in April that found voters trusted Huntsman the most among the gubernatorial candidates to lead the state in a crisis, even though Cox headed up the state’s task force on dealing with the outbreak. The ‘big questions’ voters had for Huntsman — why was he running again and, perhaps more importantly, would he leave office a second time — needed to be answered face-to-face, said Jason Perry, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and a former Huntsman administration official.”

July 5, 2020: Each of Utah’s Republican candidates for governor won — and lost — these counties (The Salt Lake Tribune) “Morgan Lyon Cotti, a University of Utah political science professor and associate director at the Hinckley Institute of Politics, noted that Huntsman’s 17,000-vote lead in Salt Lake County roughly canceled out Cox’s 17,000-vote edge in Utah County. ‘So even though all of the other counties are going to be smaller,’ she said, ‘you still have to have that statewide strategy.’”

July 2, 2020: Latest election results show possible GOP Gubernatorial winner (FOX13) “‘Today the State of Utah took a substantial step forward in who the next governor is going to be,’ said Hinckley Institute of Politics Director at the University of Utah Jason Perry. ‘Spencer Cox had a really great day. He was able to keep his lead. The options and the math has become much clearer,’ Perry said. ‘We are going to see in the remaining days whether or not there is a path for victory for Jon Huntsman. It’s a lot less likely after today.’”

July 2, 2020: Latest election results show possible GOP Gubernatorial winner (FOX13) “‘Today the State of Utah took a substantial step forward in who the next governor is going to be,’ said Hinckley Institute of Politics Director at the University of Utah Jason Perry. While the race is still too close to call, Perry tells FOX13 News Huntsman needs to cover a lot of ground if he wants to win.”

July 1, 2020: Burgess Owens wins GOP primary for 4th Congressional District, AP reports (KSL) “Ahead of the primary, pundits have had a tough time predicting the winner with no contenders surfacing as a ‘clear standout,’ as Jason Perry, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, said in an interview with the Deseret News earlier in June. An April Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll found that voters in the 4th District, which includes parts of Salt Lake and Utah counties, were split over reelecting McAdams, but more than two-thirds were undecided about which of the then-seven Republicans in the race they supported.”

July 1, 2020: Discussing early election results with the Hinckley Institute of Politics (ABC4) “The ballots are in but it could take weeks before they are all counted because of precautionary measures for COVID-19. Jason Perry, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, joined Good Morning Utah to talk about the early results and what they could mean for the candidates.”

July 1, 2020: Huntsman could win, but Cox has a strong advantage (FOX13) “Huntsman and Cox are the clear leaders in the race to replace Herbert, who is not seeking reelection. Burningham and Hughes were tied for a distant third in the most recent Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll.”

June 30, 2020: Burgess Owens declared the winner in Utah’s 4th District Republican primary (The Salt Lake Tribune) “‘Two years ago, McAdams was the successful challenger in a bruising election in what has turned out to be the most competitive district in the country,’ said Jason Perry, the head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. ‘He enters this current race as an incumbent with significant name recognition and fundraising ability.’”

June 30, 2020: Here’s why official Primary Election results could take up to 3 weeks (ABC4) “Election officials tell ABC4 News that more than 400,000 ballots have been turned in for the election so far, and Jason Perry, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, says that alone shows big participation for a primary. ‘That is already more than any ballot than we've cast in either the 2018 or the 2016 election,’ said Perry. ‘You start looking at the issues that Utahns care about, like COVID-19, the economy, the protests happening in the state, people are engaged like we have not seen in a very long time and it’s resulting in participation at the ballot box.’”

June 30, 2020: Burgess Owens wins GOP primary for 4th Congressional District, AP reports (KSL) “Ahead of the primary, pundits have had a tough time predicting the winner with no contenders surfacing as a ‘clear standout,’ as Jason Perry, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, said in an interview with the Deseret News earlier in June. An April Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll found that voters in the 4th District, which includes parts of Salt Lake and Utah counties, were split over reelecting McAdams, but more than two-thirds were undecided about which of the then-seven Republicans in the race they supported.”

June 28, 2020: How the primary races are shaping up heading into election day (ABC4) “Campaigns are pulling out all the stops with election day just two days away. The race getting the most attention is the Republican primary for governor. Voters will also decide the party nominee in some congressional races. Jason Perry with the Hinckley Institute of Politics joins us this week on Inside Utah Politics to break down the latest trends in the big races.”

June 27, 2020: Who will capture the GOP nomination for Utah governor? Here's what the polls have said (KSL) “Jason Perry is the director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah. The institute conducted polling about the governor's race in conjunction with the Deseret News. ‘Polling is an art form,’ Perry said. ‘To do it effectively requires a lot of time. It requires a lot of effort and a lot of thought, because you want to make sure you are polling the people in the state who are going to be voting.’ He also said the questions in a poll undergo thorough vetting to make sure they're not leading or vague. Perry said the most important thing to remember when reading a poll is that it represents ‘just a snapshot in a moment in time.’”

June 24, 2020: Big spending reported in Utah’s GOP gubernatorial primary (Deseret News) “Herbert, who served as Huntsman’s lieutenant governor, is not seeking reelection after more than a decade in office and has endorsed Cox. The most recent Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll showed Cox pulling ahead of Huntsman, followed by Hughes with Wright trailing.”

June 24, 2020: Democrats, Unaffiliated Voters Register As Republicans Ahead Of Primary (UPR) ‘“But this is a big number this year, more than we’ve seen in the past. And certainly enough to influence this primary,’ said Jason Perry, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah. ‘It would be a mistake for people to think that this was, for example, Democrats just trying to take down who they think the strongest opponent is. That is not the case in Utah for this particular primary,’ said Perry.”

June 23, 2020: The Hinckley Institute of Politics weighs in on the GOP primary (KSL) “With less than a week to go until the primary elections in Utah, the Hinckley Institute of Politics is weighing in on some of the most important races that will be decided June 30th. Morgan Lyon Cotti joined Good Morning Utah to talk about the governor’s race and more in a live interview.”

June 22, 2020: What’s driving the surge of COVID-19 cases in Utah? (Deseret News) “‘There are, of course, politics at play in how the state is responding to this pandemic. Many elected officials have approached the public with a plan going forward. There were moments when it looked like that plan was doing well, but the problem with that approach is that when things turn, and they have, elected officials need to be careful when they take credit on the way up because they don’t want the blame when it goes back down,’ said Jason Perry, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

June 18, 2020: 4th Congressional District GOP primary ‘overshadowed’ by events (Deseret News) “‘A lot of people have been more worried about things closer to home,’ said Jason Perry, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, and what time they make for politics is largely for a race that may end up being decided in the primary, given that Utah hasn’t elected a Democratic governor in 40 years. ‘Historically, the Republican nominee for governor is likely to be the next governor for the state of Utah. There’s still a race to be had there without question, but that is the tradition,’ Perry said, so voters aren’t likely to shift their focus to the 4th District race until after the primary.”

June 18, 2020: County clerks address vote-by-mail stigmas, strengths ahead of Utah's primary (KSL) “On Wednesday, elections officials from Wasatch Front counties gathered in a virtual forum, hosted by the Hinckley Institute of Politics, to discuss mail-in voting and voters' concerns. How can officials ensure that noncitizens don't get a ballot? That no one votes twice? That voters' privacy is protected?”

June 10, 2020: Spencer Cox, Jon Huntsman locked in tight battle as Utah’s Republican primary election nears, new Tribune poll finds (The Salt Lake Tribune) “The findings largely match the results of other recent polls, although the surveys conducted by Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics and UtahPolicy.com/KUTV had Cox with a bigger lead over Huntsman and Hughes gaining more ground on both of them.”

June 8, 2020: Mail-in ballots should be showing up this week, experts expect big turnout (KSL) “The pandemic and Utah’s law allowing for mail-in ballots are leading experts to think that the Beehive State could see quite a turnout for this year’s election. Jason Perry, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, says it’s the perfect storm. ‘Because it’s easy, because it’s there, [and] people are sitting right there with the ballots in front of them,’ he said.”

June 7, 2020: Poll: Utahns down on Trump, federal response to pandemic, up on state reaction (Deseret News) “And a new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll shows only half approve of President Donald Trump’s performance regarding the outbreak that has claimed more than 110,000 lives in the U.S. ‘A majority of Utahns clearly believe that government acted too late and they left it in the hands of the state of Utah and they believe Utah is doing it right,’ said Jason Perry, director of the Hinckley Institute at the University of Utah. ‘That is a consistent message from the state of Utah,’ he said. ‘They want to be able to handle the problems in their own way and they believe our elected officials have approached this in the right way.’”

June 4, 2020: Mask or no mask? New poll shows how split Utahns are over face coverings (Deseret News) “A new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics survey asked Utahns how long it would be before they would be comfortable going out in public without wearing a mask.”

June 3, 2020: Poll: How comfortable are Utahns going back to church, school and sporting events? (Deseret News) “A new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll found that 52% of Utahns are comfortable with attending church services if appropriate social distance protocols are in place, while 46% are uncomfortable about going to church.”

June 2, 2020: Poll: Trump’s job approval rating dips in Utah (Deseret News) “Hinckley Institute Director Jason Perry said Utahns have been busy sorting out their own feelings toward the situation, especially after Saturday’s protest in downtown Salt Lake City where two cars were burned and both public and private property was vandalized. ‘There will be Utahns who disapprove of the president’s actions but mostly they’re going to be focused on how our local leaders have approached these protests,’ Perry said. ‘Utahns over the last couple of days have had a chance to look at their own thoughts and feelings about the protests.’ He said Utahns have come to the conclusion they want ‘compassion. They’ve been wanting people to be thoughtful about their approach, and this to be one of the opportunities where we embrace each other. ... It’s a much more supportive approach.’”

June 1, 2020: Poll: Cox moves ahead of Huntsman; Hughes surges in tight GOP governor race (Deseret News) “Lt. Gov. Spencer Cox has pulled ahead of former Gov. Jon Huntsman Jr. in the latest Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll as Republican voters will cast ballots this month in the race for Utah governor. Huntsman owned a slim edge over Cox in previous Deseret News/Hinckley Institute polls. That endorsement is among several factors that bumped Cox into the lead, said Jason Perry, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah. Utahns generally feel Herbert has done a good job in dealing with the coronavirus pandemic, and Cox has been the mouthpiece on the state’s response and how it emerges from the crisis, he said.”

May 21, 2020: Gov. Herbert formally endorses Lt. Gov. Spencer Cox in governor’s race (Deseret News) “Cox and Huntsman, who are joined on the primary ballot by former Utah House Speaker Greg Hughes and former Utah GOP Chairman Thomas Wright, have led through the race in polling, including a Deseret News/Hinckley Institute poll last month, before party delegates narrowed the field.”

May 17, 2020: Communications and Political Science Student Wins Prestigious Truman Scholarship (The Daily Utah Chronicle) “Gina Shipley, Managing Director of National Internships & Development Officer at the Hinckley Institute of Politics, and other Hinckley Institute faculty members provide one-on-one assistance to students who have applied for the scholarship. Since 2007, the U has had nine students receive the scholarship. Shipley said the U is one of few universities who continues to have an award winner, and she believes it’s because of the opportunities the Hinckley Institute provides. ‘[The Truman Foundation] is looking for leadership and public service,’ Shipley said, ‘That’s really our mission, providing students internships and leadership experience. The internships really provide that depth of knowledge and skills and shows the [Truman Foundation] committee that the student is truly committed.’”

May 4, 2020: How do Utahns rate Mitt Romney, Mike Lee job performance amid pandemic? (Deseret News) “Sen. Mitt Romney continues to see a job approval rating above 50%, while Sen. Mike Lee still languishes below that mark, according to the latest Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll. ‘Leading during a pandemic is immensely difficult, particularly when there is so much uncertainty about how actions taken now may impact outcomes in the future,’ said Jason Perry, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah. ‘For now, it appears our local and federal elected officials have found a balance of public trust that is keeping their polling numbers relatively stable.’”

May 3, 2020: Utah residents split on how prepared they felt for the Magna earthquake (Deseret News) “The poll of 964 registered Utah voters taken by the Scott Rasmussen firm on behalf Deseret News and the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute shows 45% of respondents felt they were prepared, 46% felt they weren’t and 9% remain unsure.”

April 30, 2020: Poll: 62% of Utahns approve of Gov. Gary Herbert’s handling of the coronavirus; 47% approve of President Trump’s (The Salt Lake Tribune) “‘Local control is a hallmark of American politics and the reality is that people trust their local elected officials because each state has unique issues and challenges that many do not think can be properly addressed in Washington,’ says Jason Perry, the director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.‘Governor Herbert received high marks from Utahns because he approached the pandemic with a local lens,’ Perry added. ‘The directives he implemented were perceived by many as necessary to help Utahns protect Utahns.’”

April 28, 2020: Poll: Donald Trump’s lead over Joe Biden holds steady in Utah (Deseret News) “Jason Perry, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, said the poll results show that Utahns not only approve of how the president is handling the COVID-19 outbreak, they see him as best-equipped to handle the economic fallout from the deadly virus. ‘For right now, he is still owning the economic argument, that he is the one who is going to be able to bring the United States out of the economic state that it’s in right now,’ Perry said. ‘It looks like he is poised still to win reelection in Utah. ... The reality is that people do tend to vote with the 401(k)s and their wallets.’”

April 28, 2020: Federal court ruling could put GOP gubernatorial candidate Jan Garbett on primary ballot (Deseret News) “Garbett was the pick of just 1% of registered Utah voters polled recently for the Deseret News and the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

April 27, 2020: Jeff Burningham suspends signature gathering in governor race, citing coronavirus (The Salt Lake Tribune) “The latest polling on this year’s gubernatorial race shows Huntsman in the lead among the gubernatorial hopefuls, with 32% of 312 likely Utah voters in the June primary election saying they would cast their ballot for the former Utah governor. Cox trailed behind him with 20%, while all the rest of the candidates received less than 10% of the vote. That Deseret News and Hinckley Institute of Politics poll, conducted from Feb. 24 to March 1 had a margin of error of plus or minus 5.5 percentage points.”

April 24, 2020: Poll: Utahns split over McAdams’ reelection, but 2/3 unsure about Republican pick (Deseret News) “‘The race is wide open on the Republican side,’ said Jason Perry, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, since the effects of the stay-at-home orders to prevent the spread of the virus have kept many voters from focusing on what traditionally is one of the state’s most competitive races. ‘People will have an opportunity to really start paying attention to who these candidates are. But when there are so many of them and people are worried about other things right now, it makes sense people that you have a lot of people who just don’t know,’ he said. ‘They will know, and they will make up their minds.’”

April 23, 2020: How do Utahns plan to spend their coronavirus stimulus checks? New poll has answers (Deseret News) “A new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics polls show that 16% of Utahns will put their small slice of the $2.2 trillion coronavirus relief package into savings. Those numbers show a slight shift but are similar to the results of a Deseret News/Hinckley Institute poll in March, with one exception. Utahns who say the government overreacted and put too many restrictions in place doubled from 6% to 12% over the past month.”

April 22, 2020: Huntsman, Cox continue to lead in tight GOP governor’s race (Deseret News) “Utahns would most trust former Gov. Jon Huntsman Jr. to lead the state in a time of crisis, according to a new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute poll that also found Huntsman and Lt. Gov. Spencer Cox continue to lead among Republican voters in a tight GOP race for governor. Jason Perry, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, said the pandemic is what’s on voters’ minds now. ‘People care about who their next governor is but that is taking a back seat to the items that people are most concerned about right now, which is their jobs and their families and their ability to provide and when their kids can get back to school,’ Perry said.”

April 14, 2020: Trial by fire: Coronavirus, earthquake test Mendenhall in her first 100 days as mayor (Deseret News) “‘No elected official wants to deal with two emergencies — an earthquake and a pandemic — in their first 100 days, two really difficult things to go through and to see your citizens and residents go through,’ said Morgan Lyon Cotti, associate director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. ‘Elected leaders usually get too much credit and too much blame for whatever major events are going on.’ But the time of crisis also gives the new mayor an opportunity to shine, Cotti said. ‘It’s often in times of crisis that we truly see what type of leader a person is, and we can see how people can rise to the challenge and how others cannot,’ Cotti said.”

April 5, 2020: Some criticize President Trump’s COVID-19 efforts, but not these Americans (Deseret News) “In Utah, 58% of registered voters approve of Trump’s handling of the pandemic, compared to 38% who disapprove, according to a new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll. A partisan divide also exists in Utah, according to the Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll. As Dennis Romboy reported, 79% of Utah Republicans approve of the president’s management of the pandemic, compared to 20% of Democrats.”

April 4, 2020: COVID-19 is Changing On-Campus Efforts to Promote the 2020 Census (Daily Utah Chronicle) “ASUU and the Hinckley Institute are collaborating to encourage all students to fill out the census. Morgan Lyon Cotti, associate director of the Hinckley Institute, was working with ASUU on the census efforts on campus. In an email, she said, ‘Much of census outreach the University of Utah had planned has now been changed, but we are still working to promote the census through class outreach, digital advertising, social media and any other resources at our disposal.’”

April 2, 2020: Poll: Huntsman, Cox statistically tied in Utah GOP gubernatorial primary (The Hill) “Former Utah Gov. Jon Huntsman (R) and Lt. Gov. Spencer Cox (R) are running neck and neck in the state's Republican gubernatorial primary, according to a new Deseret News-Hinckley Institute of Politics poll. Hinckley Institute Director Jason Perry said the coronavirus pandemic could in part be responsible for the “flattening” of the figures in the gubernatorial race.”

April 2, 2020: Trump, Herbert job approval rises among Utahns as nation grapples with pandemic (Deseret News) “A new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll shows Gov. Gary Herbert’s approval rating is up 10 points since January. Also, Sen. Mike Lee remains at just under 50% job approval, while Sen. Mitt Romney’s rating climbed a little, and he still has more Democrats than Republicans in Utah who like what he’s doing.”

April 1, 2020: Poll: Huntsman, Cox still lead Utah’s governor race, but 1/3 are undecided (Deseret News) “The same two gubernatorial candidates — former Gov. Jon Huntsman Jr. and Lt. Gov. Spencer Cox — remain the front-runners in the crowded Republican field, but even more voters are undecided, according to a new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll. Hinckley Institute Director Jason Perry said the deadly virus is having a big impact on the state’s most competitive race.”

April 1, 2020: Poll: Utahns weigh in on how COVID-19 is affecting them (KSL) “New data from the Deseret News and The Hinckley Institute shows how concerned Utahns are about coronavirus. A new poll shows the vast majority of Utahns surveyed are either “very concerned” or “somewhat concerned” about the spread of coronavirus in Utah. Voters voiced their concerns about the damage it will cause.”

March 31, 2020: How is coronavirus pandemic affecting Utahns? New poll has some answers (Deseret News) “Nearly three-fourths of Utahns say they were unable to buy the groceries or supplies they sought because of the coronavirus outbreak. And nearly half have stood in line to buy groceries, a new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll shows.”

March 30, 2020: Poll: Utahns approve of how Trump, state responded to coronavirus outbreak (Deseret News) “But in somewhat of a disconnect, nearly half say the federal government acted too late and didn’t do enough to slow the spread of the deadly infection, according to a new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll.”

March 13, 2020: Jeff Burningham suspends signature gathering in governor race, citing coronavirus (KSL) “Huntsman and Cox are the clear leaders in the race to replace Herbert, who is not seeking reelection. Burningham and Hughes were tied for a distant third in the most recent Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll.”

March 11, 2020: Democrats view Mitt Romney more favorably than Republicans, national poll shows (Deseret News) “Recent Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics polls found that already to be the case among Utah Democrats and Republicans. In Utah, voters’ reaction to Romney’s decision was 49% positive compared to 40% negative, with 11% not sure, according to a Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll. Another Deseret News/Hinckley Institute poll released last week also found Romney’s approval rating higher among Democrats than among Republicans. In that survey, 61% of Democrats approve of his job performance compared to 48% of Republicans.”

March 10, 2020: Poll: 1 in 4 Utahns impacted by drug costs (Deseret News) “The Finches’ struggle to afford essential prescription drugs and supplies isn’t unique. Nearly 1 in 4 Utahns believe prescription drug prices largely impact their lives, according to a new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll.”

March 6, 2020: Jon Huntsman, Spencer Cox leading GOP field in Utah governor’s race (Deseret News) “Huntsman continues to be the front-runner with 32% of Utahns saying they would vote for him in the GOP primary election in June, the Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll shows.”

March 5, 2020: Lawmakers tackling tax reform after all this session, considering income tax cut (Deseret News) “But a new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll found that only 10% of Utahns want to see surplus state income tax revenues used for a tax cut, while 41% say the best use of the funds is teacher pay raises or bonuses; 19%, hiring more teachers to reduce class sizes; 12% increasing per-pupil spending; 7%, classroom supplies; 3%, extracurricular activities; and 7% weren’t sure.”

March 5, 2020: Trump rates higher among Utahns than their own congressional leaders, poll says (Deseret News) “A new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll asks voters in each of Utah’s four congressional districts to rate Trump’s job performance and that of its representative. The impeachment proceedings and Super Tuesday combined with the lack of other options has consolidated Utahns behind Trump, said Jason Perry, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

March 4, 2020: Super Tuesday watch party at the U (ABC4) “Young voters gathered at the University of Utah for a Super Tuesday watch party. Voters came to the Hinckley Institute of Politics to hear from political experts about Super Tuesday and how candidates are shaping up in Utah.”

March 4, 2020: Bernie Sanders or Joe Biden? Utah still picks Trump (Deseret News) “Bernie Sanders and Joe Biden inched up in head-to-head matchups with Trump, whose approval rating in Utah also rose slightly, according to a new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll. Both Sanders and Biden had 31% against Trump in the Deseret News/Hinckley Institute survey from a month ago.”

March 3, 2020: What Utah's History Tells Us About Why Its Democrats Are So Progressive (KUER) “Utahns gather in the Hinckley Institute of Politics on University of Utah’s Salt Lake City campus to watch election results as 13 states count votes in a presidential primary election Tuesday, March 3, 2020.”

March 3, 2020: U of U students attend primary watch party (FOX13) “Dozens of students and faculty gathered at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics to watch the results of Super Tuesday.”

March 3, 2020: Utah called for Bernie Sanders in state’s first Super Tuesday primary (Deseret News) “At the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, dozens of excited students packed a room laden with TV screens and projectors to eat pizza and watch election results.”

March 3, 2020: At watch party, young Utah Democrats say their vote counted this year — and largely for Bernie (KSL) “At a Hinckley Institute of Politics Super Tuesday event, some young voters told KSL NewsRadio's Paul Nelson they were surprised by the primary results and the rapidly shifting field. ‘I wish I just could have voted with all of the information,’ said Morgan Lyon Cotti. ‘I didn't think we'd see so many things shift with the election just a day, half a day, two days before the election.’”

March 2, 2020: Why do Utah’s delegates matter on Super Tuesday? (ABC4) “‘Utah is not the biggest prize these candidates are going after, but it’s telling about their staying power, and how they appeal to this particular demographic of this state,’ said Jason Perry, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

March 2, 2020: ‘Let us transform this country,’ Bernie Sanders tells Utah crowd (Deseret News) “Sanders is at the top of a new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll, with 28% of likely voters in Utah’s Super Tuesday Democratic primary naming him as the candidate they’re voting for in the largely by-mail primary that has been underway for weeks.”

March 2, 2020: Race shifts again after Klobuchar, Buttigieg endorse Biden (Deseret News) “Sanders also made a campaign stop in Salt Lake City on Monday — attracting a crowd of several thousand supporters to the Utah State Fairpark despite the cold — and leads in a new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll with the support of 28% of likely voters. ”

March 2, 2020: Democratic Presidential Candidates Stop In Utah Ahead Of Super Tuesday (KSL) “The latest poll from Deseret News and The Hinckley Institute of Politics shows Sanders leading all the other candidates among likely voters in Utah.”

March 1, 2020: Pete Buttigieg ends historic presidential campaign, urges unity (The Salt Lake Tribune) “But recent polls showed Buttigieg trailing far behind front-runner Bernie Sanders in Utah. FiveThirtyEight predicted Buttigieg had just a 1% chance of winning Utah’s Super Tuesday contest while a Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll showed 18% support for Buttigieg.”

March 1, 2020: Pete Buttigieg’s decision to step down could reshape Utah’s Super Tuesday primary (Deseret News) “A Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll released Thursday showed Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders is poised to win Utah’s Democratic primary election Tuesday, but the more than $3 million spent in the state by billionaire and former New York Mayor Mike Bloomberg has helped propel him to second place.”

February 28, 2020: Democratic presidential candidate Amy Klobuchar coming to Utah (Deseret News) “Sanders, the front-runner nationally, is leading in a new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll with the support of 28% of likely Utah Super Tuesday Democratic primary voters, followed by Bloomberg with 19%, Buttigieg with 18%, and Massachusetts Sen. Elizabeth Warren, who held a rally at The Depot last April, with 15%.”

February 28, 2020: Many Utah Republicans crossing over to vote in Democratic primary (Deseret News) “Sanders has emerged as the Democratic front-runner across the country and in Utah, where the latest Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll him shows him leading among likely voters in the Democratic primary. Trump, though, has strong support among Utah Republicans. A Deseret News/Hinckley Institute poll last month showed 80% of likely GOP voters approve of the job he is doing. The survey found 18% of Republicans in the state disapprove of the president’s performance.”

February 28, 2020: Bernie Sanders is front-runner in Utah primary race, say polls, predictions (The Salt Lake Tribune) “A poll released Friday by the Deseret News and Hinckley Institute of Politics shows Sanders leading with 28%, while three other candidates are in a near tie for second place.”

February 28, 2020: Matt Rourke, AP Sanders ahead in Utah Super Tuesday poll; Bloomberg, Buttigieg, Warren trailing (KSL) “A new Utah Democratic presidential primary poll puts Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders in the lead in the Beehive State, with Michael Bloomberg, Pete Buttigieg and Elizabeth Warren following behind. Sanders is polling at 28% in a Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll released late Thursday evening. Utah’s primary is on Super Tuesday, March 3.”

February 27, 2020: Poll: Bernie Sanders leading in Utah’s Super Tuesday Democratic presidential primary (Deseret News) “A new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll shows Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders is poised to win Utah’s Democratic primary election Tuesday, but the more than $3 million spent in the state by billionaire and former New York City Mayor Mike Bloomberg has helped propel him to second place. Jason Perry, head of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, said he believes Utahns are responding to how they see Bloomberg handling the economy as compared to other Democrats in the race, while Sanders is relying on his popularity here. Super Tuesday will give the country an opportunity to see how Democrats perform ‘in states like ours that are historically red,’ Perry said. ‘No one can say the voice of Utahns doesn’t matter this election cycle. ... Candidates will use what happens in Utah to their advantage if they can, or have to explain it if they cannot.’”

February 24, 2020: One Utah senator’s votes align more with President Trump. It’s not Mike Lee. (The Salt Lake Tribune) “‘Based on their voting history, both Romney and Lee clearly back President Trump’s policy agenda and their Republican credentials are not really in doubt even if they sometimes disagree with the president,’ said Jason Perry, the head of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics. ‘A key difference is that when Senator Romney disagrees with the president it often becomes very political and makes national news,’ says Perry. ‘When Senator Lee disagrees, it is usually because of a long held constitutional or policy principle.’”

February 22, 2020: Democrat Tulsi Gabbard makes campaign stop in Utah to share hope to end war, unite country (Deseret News) “Nationally, Gabbard is polling well below the frontrunners for the Democratic nomination. And Utahns’ support for the president remains firm when compared to potential opponents, according to a recent Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll.”

February 21, 2020: Mussolini comment kept Chris Stewart from intelligence job, report says (Deseret News) “‘As a Republican, I’m telling you, Donald Trump does not represent Republican ideals,’ Stewart told University of Utah students at a Hinckley Institute of Politics forum in March 2016. ‘He’s our Mussolini.’”

February 21, 2020: Tulsi Gabbard brings her campaign to Utah ahead of Super Tuesday vote, preaching a message of unity to heal a ‘divided country’ (The Salt Lake Tribune) “During a campaign event Friday at the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, Democratic presidential candidate Tulsi Gabbard called for unity and an end to hyper-partisanship to heal the wounds of a ‘terribly divided country.’”

February 20, 2020: Utah GOP lawmakers honor Trump in wake of Romney’s vote to convict in impeachment (KSL) “Most Utahns supported Romney’s decision. A Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll taken earlier this month found that 49% of Utah voters were pleased with his decision while 40% were unhappy with it.”

February 20, 2020: Mike Bloomberg calls himself the ‘un-Trump’ in Salt Lake campaign rally (Deseret News) “A Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll in January showed Bloomberg had the strongest showing against Trump in Utah among Democratic challengers, with 32% of voters saying they’d vote for him compared to 45% for Trump.”

February 20, 2020: Gabbard In Utah, Vanity Plates & Provo Brewpubs (KUER) “Tulsi Gabbard, D-Hawaii, is making a campaign stop in Utah this week. Friday, Gabbard will host a free ‘Meet the Candidate’ event at the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah.”

February 19, 2020: Presidential candidate Tulsi Gabbard campaigning in Utah this weekend (The Salt Lake Tribune) “A ‘meet the candidate’ event Friday, 1:30 to 3 p.m., at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, 260 Campus Center Drive, Salt Lake City.”

February 19, 2020: Presidential candidate Tulsi Gabbard to hold campaign events in Utah (KSL) “The Hawaii congresswoman, who is polling nationally at 1% to 2%, is scheduled to be at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics on Friday at 1:30 p.m., and at Pierpont Place in Salt Lake City at 6:30 p.m.”

February 19, 2020: Bloomberg is the one to watch in Democratic presidential debate, pollster says (KSL) “Including in Utah, where Bloomberg has dropped more than $2 million in advertising. Rasmussen’s polling for the Deseret News and the Hinckley Institute in January showed Bloomberg had the strongest showing against President Donald Trump in Utah, with 32% of Utah voters saying they’d vote for him compared to 45% for Trump.”

February 17, 2020: Can a Republican take on Trump and survive? Mitt Romney is proving it’s possible. (The Washington Post) “‘Democrats in Utah were more excited about Mitt Romney’s vote than Republicans were disappointed,’ said Jason Perry, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. ‘Utah is different,’ said Perry, a former chief of staff to Republican Gov. Gary R. Herbert. ‘Utahns like politicians who have a conscience and a set of principles they follow,’ Perry said. ‘There are many here who don’t agree with what Senator Romney did. But they’re not willing to go after him for voting his conscience.’”

February 17, 2020: Super Tuesday fast approaching: What is it and why is it important? (ABC4) “Jason Perry, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics said, ‘This is a big day in politics, Super Tuesday is a day when you have 14 states that are going to be selecting their delegates, they are going to pick their candidates in the primary for president. It’s a huge deal, it’s big for us in Utah because this is the first time we are going to be participating in Super Tuesday. We were not always on this March 3rd with these other states and we are going to be part of the big selection; this year which is huge for us in Utah.’”

February 12, 2020: Voters approve of Romney's impeachment vote to convict Trump 50%-39%, poll finds (USA Today) “But a Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll released Tuesday found that 49% of Utah voters had a positive response to Romney's vote. Jason Perry, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, said Romney will likely need to address the angry members of his party if he plans to seek reelection. ‘He’s going to have to win that group over and explain to their satisfaction,’ Perry told The Deseret News. But, he added, the ‘entire political chessboard is going to change by 2024.’”

February 12, 2020: Here’s the cost of ‘unique and amazing’ opportunity for Utah of hosting vice presidential debate (Deseret News) “The benefits of conducting the vice presidential debate in Utah are considerable, such as the national exposure with an expected 35 million viewers on television and online, the economic boost of lodging and dining for some 1,500 journalists as well as campaign staffers and others, as well as the educational opportunities for students, said Perry, director of the U.’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

February 11, 2020: Poll: Utah voters split on Romney's impeachment vote (The Hill) “The Deseret News-Hinckley Institute of Politics survey released Tuesday found that 37 percent of registered voters surveyed said they were less likely to support Romney’s reelection, while 36 percent said they were more likely to back the senator. The difference between the two is within the poll's 4.5 percentage point margin of error.”

February 11, 2020: How is Mitt Romney handling impeachment fallout? ’I don’t follow that.’ (The Salt Lake Tribune) “A new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll showed 49% of those surveyed saying they felt more positive about Romney’s choice than 40% who felt more negative.”

February 9, 2020: Fox's Pirro rips Romney: 'Dream of endearing yourself to the Trump-hating left is a joke' (The Hill) “A Deseret News-Hinckley Institute of Politics poll published Monday before Romney's announced his decision to convict Trump showed 53 percent of Utah voters surveyed gave the president a positive job approval rating, while 52 percent viewed Romney favorably.”

February 9, 2020: Romney, vilified by Trump and his allies for voting to convict, finds respect back home (NBC News) “Back home, Romney met with state lawmakers and did local news interviews to explain the decision-making process behind his vote to convict. ‘There will be ramifications for Sen. Romney,’ Jason Perry, director of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics, said. ‘He knew that there would be.’”

February 6, 2020: Senator Romney meets with state lawmakers to explain conviction vote (ABC4) “This is the first time we’ve had a senator vote against the president of his own party. It’s a historic vote, which means Senator Romney is going to spend a lot of time explaining why he went to such an extr

February 6, 2020: Trump criticizes Mitt Romney for using religion as ‘crutch’ in removal vote (Deseret News) “A Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll taken last month actually shows Lee with a lower approval rating than both Romney and Trump. According to the survey, 53% of Utahns approve of Trump’s job performance, with Romney at 52% and Lee at 48%. More than one-fifth weren’t sure how to rate Lee.”

February 5, 2020: CNN’s Baldwin praises Romney: ‘Extraordinary’ moment of ‘pure honesty and emotion’ (The Hill) “A Deseret News-Hinckley Institute of Politics poll published Monday showed 53 percent of Utah voters surveyed gave Trump a positive job approval rating, while 53 percent viewed Romney favorably.”

February 4, 2020: More than half of Utahns approve of President Trump’s job performance (KSL) “Utahns give Mr Trump 53 percent approval rating in a new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll.”

January 17, 2020: Walking the tightrope: Mitt Romney’s first year in Senate (Deseret News) “As Utahns are clearly divided on the Trump administration and many of the issues facing the country, the only safe place for Romney has been to stick to policy, which he has tried to do and not put himself in the position of purely being a foil to the president, said Jason Perry, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. “I think Mitt Romney has created a very careful balance as an elected official,” Perry said.”

January 15, 2020: Utah activist launches campaign to save oceanic wildlife (Deseret News) “Danny Quintana speaks at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics in Salt Lake City on Wednesday, Jan. 15, 2020, about his new global educational campaign and the dangers of overfishing.”

January 13, 2020: Rep. Rob Bishop won’t run for Utah governor; endorses Thomas Wright (KSL) “Rep. Rob Bishop won’t run for Utah governor; endorses Thomas Wright (KSL) “Jason Perry, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, said this is a big endorsement for Wright. “The reality is, Rob Bishop has been a very popular member of Congress. He’s very popular with Republicans, particularly conservative Republicans. Since his first race, he’s won by big margins. Utah Republicans do care about his opinion,” Perry said.”

January 8, 2020: The 7 Deady Misconceptions About Air Quality with Brian Meonch, Saving the Ocean’s Wildlife (KRCL) “Danny Quintana, President and Founder of the Global High Seas Marine Preserve, highlighted his upcoming lecture at Saving the Ocean’s Wildlife: Sustainable Food, Thu, January 15. at the Hinckley Institute of Politics.

January 1, 2020: Salt Lake City Mayor Jackie Biskupski leaves office with mixed reviews (Deseret News) “Short term, those mixed views will linger, but with time, Biskupski may be remembered more of her accomplishments and their lasting effects, according to Morgan Lyon Cotti, associate director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah.”

2019 MEDIA COVERAGE

October 9, 2019: How Mitt Romney survives the slings and arrows of team Trump (Deseret News) “‘(Romney’s) sitting in a position right now where he he can take principled approaches,’ said Jason Perry, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah.”

September 3, 2019: Democratic presidential contenders as a group have raised more money from Utah donors than President Trump (The Salt Lake Tribune) “Utah is historically a red state but it has proven that it is willing to consider alternatives,” says Jason Perry, the head of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics. “And that is not just for their votes but it's clearly also the case with their money.”

September 2, 2019: Expect Utah’s 2020 Gubernatorial Campaigns To Ramp Up Soon (KUER) “While some gubernatorial hopefuls have been more open about their plans than others, expect many of them to jump into the race soon, said Jason Perry, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah. ‘It’s just a big calculation the candidates are going through. I expect between now and the end of September, we’re going to see most of those candidates stake a claim,’ he said.”

August 29, 2019: Utah launches gun saefty campaign for students grades 5-12 (KSL) “Though the video stated 42% of Utah households own guns, Will Fowlke at the Attorney General’s Training Center said the number is actually 46% (based on a 2017 Hinckley Institute of Politics-Salt Lake Tribune poll) and the video will be corrected “at the first opportunity.”

August 8, 2019: Utah election fraud problem is overstepping moms of Latter-day Saint missionaries more than foreign meddlers (The Salt Lake Tribune) “Morgan Lyon Cotti, associate director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, said she's heard local officials talk about parents filling out ballots for their absent children and other benign voter mistakes and misunderstandings.”

June 7, 2019: EPA may take Salt Lake off its dirty-air list, thanks partly to the weather (The Salt Lake Tribune) “Not all Utahns, however, according to a Salt Lake Tribune-Hinckley Institute of Politics poll conducted in January. It indicated about a third of those surveyed had changed their commuting habits to improve air quality.”

May 30, 2019: Herbert unveils massive Utah renewable energy project, draws praise from Trump official, protests from climate activists (The Salt Lake Tribune) “‘Let me commend the people of Utah, because your commitment to that vital aim is incredibly important, from the governor’s office to the state’s research institutions to the private sector,’ Perry said. ‘I am delighted that Utah remains all-in on an all-of-the-above energy strategy.’ Perry made his remarks while joining a panel with Herbert, Wyoming Gov. Mark Gordon and Dominion Energy CEO and President Thomas Farrell, moderated by the Hinckley Institute of Politics’ Jason Perry.”

May 9, 2019: Analysis: As the Salt Lake Tribune changes to a non-profit, will it affect their reporting? (Utah policy)“The Tribune currently has a public opinion polling relationship with the Hinckley Institute of Politics, which is now housed in a new building where the old Orson Spencer Hall used to be on the U. campus.” “Jason Perry, head of the Hinckley Institute and vice president for communications for the U., tells UtahPolicy.com that he doesn’t know if the Tribune will want to, or be able to, continue the partnership after the paper becomes a non-profit.”

May 3, 2019: Republican delegates set to vote on new party chair (ABC4) “The gathering has gained a reputation over the years, and Jason Perry with the Hinckley Institute of Politics says to expect more of the same. "Tomorrow will be long, and it will be mostly painful and there will be a lot of contention, but in the end, I predict there's some resolution. We will have a new chair, and that chair is going to help set the tone for the party," said Perry.”

April 18, 2019: Utah political expert weighs in on the Mueller Report (ABC4) "Russia definitely tried to interfere in our elections and they want to again in the future," said Morgan Lyon Cotti, Associate Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah. "This will always be referenced when we talk about that issue in the future so this will likely not die down for a very long time."

April 17, 2019: Warren, in Utah, pledges changes in national-monument policy (Washington Post) “Utah voters, though, are divided on the move that shrunk Bears Ears National Monument by about 85 percent and cut Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument nearly in half, said Jason Perry with the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah. “There are passionate feelings on both sides,” he said. Warren’s salvo could also signal a wider slice of the field taking up the issue in the run-up to 2020, he said.

April 12, 2019: Despite Disputes With Trump, Other Republicans, Sen. Romney’s First 100 Days ‘Encouraging’ (KUER) “‘I think those that want him to be sort of the foil to President Trump, they’ve had some reason to be satisfied,’ said Jason Perry, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. However, Perry noted, Romney’s promise about when to break with the president gives him broad leeway. ‘He is walking the line that he said he would when he went into the position,’ he said. ‘Utahns are divided on President Trump, and that is why the only real position Mitt Romney can take is, ‘I call it when I need to call it.’”

April 10, 2019: Students Speak About Their Passions in this Year’s HIP Talks (The Daily Utah Chronicle) “Kyle Tucker, who organized the event, said about the purpose of HIP Talks, ‘Obviously the prize money that is provided by the Wayne Owens Family is a great incentive for the students, but it’s really just about giving them an opportunity to foster their public speaking skills and to practice in a forum where they’re supported.’”

April 8, 2019: Source: Ambassador Jon Huntsman Jr. not ruling out another run for Utah governor (Deseret News) “Jason Perry, head of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics, said if Huntsman "decides to come back to Utah and run for governor, it will have an immediate and significant impact on this race and who decides to run." Perry, who has been a chief of staff to Herbert, said Huntsman would be a front-runner in the race after leaving Utah "as a very popular governor. His experience has only increased since then."

March 27, 2019: 2019 Legislative Wrap Up (KCPW) “After 45 days, the 2019 Utah legislative session ended just 2 weeks ago, and our state elected officials took on a lot of issues including abortion, conversion therapy, hate crimes and more. At the beginning of last week, state lawmakers convened at the Hinckley Institute of Politics to review this past session, and to talk about some of the highlights.”

March 27, 2019: Economy and sociology experts discuss Utah’s gender wage gap with state senator (Deseret News) “Utah women are cornered into fewer jobs than women nationally, which contributes to the state's wide gender wage gap, according to a panel gathered to discuss pay disparity in the Beehive State.”

March 23, 2019: University of Utah Hosts Forum on Humanitarian Crisis in Yeme (The Daily Utah Chronicle): According to the Hinckley Institute, Prasow has “investigated and analyzed U.S. national security policies and practices and led advocacy efforts urging executive and legislative branch officials in Washington to implement national security policies that respect internationally-recognized rights. Prior to joining Human Rights Watch, Prasow was a defense attorney with the Office of Military Commissions and was an associate at Paul, Weise, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP where she served as habeas counsel for Saudi detainees at Guantanamo.”

March 19, 2019: Utah lawmakers could call themselves into special session over tax reform, but won't have to (KSL) "This is a significant change in the way the Legislature operates," said Jason Perry, head of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics. "We will see, one of these days, just what kind of power that is." Perry said although the governor is "highly likely" to call the special session on tax reform, the reality is that if for some reason he didn't want to, lawmakers could do it themselves. "I think the Legislature is not going to take that lightly," Perry, who served as chief of staff to Herbert, said. "But I think it gives them a lot more leverage in their negotiations."

March 19, 2019: How Mayor Biskupski's exit changes the race to lead Utah's capital city (ABC 4) “The Hinckley Institute and the Salt Lake Tribune teamed up for a poll on the race early last month. It had the mayor at 14%, trailing former state Senator Jim Dabakis at 26%. Followed by state Senator Luz Escamilla 6%, former city councilman Stan Penfold 6%, David Ibarra 3%, and David Garbett 2%. Perry says at this point, Dabakis is still in a commanding position."He has sort of a larger-than-life personality. People know him already and when it comes to the big issues impacting the city, he's pretty well informed. There are other great candidates that are trying to get their name out there as well, but right now, he's one that comes with money and name ID ready to go," Perry said.”

March 9, 2019: Romney, Lee no fans of Trump’s emergency order but will they vote to overturn it? (Salt Lake Tribune) ““Utah senators are working through a potential lose-lose situation when it comes to the president’s national emergency declaration,” said Jason Perry, the director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. “Utahns are divided in their support of President Trump just as they are on the border wall. Our senators risk angering half their constituency no matter how they vote and then they risk a Twitter backlash from the president if they vote against him.”

March 4, 2019: 'We have reached a tipping point’: Utah Senate approves hate crimes bill in its first floor vote in years (Salt Lake Tribune) “A recent Salt Lake Tribune-Hinckley Institute of Politics poll conducted in mid-January found there is strong public support among Utahns for efforts to increase hate crimes penalties. While support was particularly secure among Democrats, at 89 percent, about 53 percent of Republicans also said they agreed with the proposal. Some 63 percent of unaffiliated voters, who make up the state’s second-largest voting bloc, supported hate crimes legislation.”

February 18, 2019: Starting From the Bottom: Improving Women’s Equality in Utah (The Daily Utah Chronicle) “Barnes recently shared her experiences as a woman in student government and discussed the importance of women in student leadership during an ElectHER event hosted by the Hinckley Institute of Politics and ASUU. ElectHER is a program that works to train young women to run for public office.”

February 12, 2019: A Crowded Field (Salt Lake City Weekly) “A recent poll conducted by The Salt Lake Tribune and the Hinckley Institute of Politics placed Garbett near the bottom of the candidate list. It showed Dabakis leading with support from 26 percent of respondents, 12 percentage points ahead of Biskupski. It also found Penfold and Sen. Luz Escamilla, D-Salt Lake City, receiving support from 6 percent of respondents. Ibarra earned 3 percent and Garbett, 2 percent.”

February 9, 2019: Let’s talk about sex… education. Utah voters say they’d like teachers to explain more about condoms and birth control in class, according to new poll (Salt Lake Tribune) “We often talk about how Utah is a conservative state, but we’re also a pragmatic state,” said Morgan Lyon Cotti, associate director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah. “Utahns seem to agree that sex education beyond just abstinence-only is a good thing for students to know.”

February 7, 2019: Local News Hour (KPCW) Hinckley Institute of Politics Assistant Director Morgan Lyon Cotti recaps this week at the Utah Legislature.

February 5, 2019: Did the Utah Legislature do the right thing by overriding the medical marijuana initiative? Poll shows voters are divided. (Salt Lake Tribune) “Fifty-one percent of those surveyed in the The Salt Lake Tribune-Hinckley Institute of Politics poll said they supported the changes made by lawmakers during a December special session, held a couple of days after Proposition 2 took effect.”

February 4, 2019: Poll shows Utahns support “red flag” bill (KSL) “The survey from the Hinckley Institute of Politics and the Salt Lake Tribune shows 87 percent of Democrats either “strongly support” or “somewhat support” the bill that would let an officer take a gun if someone in that home is deemed to be a threat to themselves, or to others. Plus, 57 percent of Republicans showed support for it.”

January 31, 2019: Thursday’s Campaign Round-Up (MSNBC) “On a related note, Trump won Utah in 2016, despite finishing with less than 50% of the vote in the state. Looking ahead, a new Salt Lake Tribune-Hinckley Institute of Politics poll found 54% of Utahans opposed to the president’s re-election.”

January 28, 2019: Hinckley Institute of Politics talks 2019 legislative session (ABC 4) “Jason Perry, the director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, says Proposition 3, or Medicaid expansion, is going to require a lot of attention. While lawmakers want to respect the voice of the people, who voted to expand Medicaid in November 2018, Perry says funding has become a concern. For more on what Perry had to say about the 2019 session, including the impressive amount of freshman lawmakers, watch his full Good Morning Utah segment.”

January 25, 2019: Hinckley Institute of Politics reacts to deal to end the government shutdown (ABC 4) “Dr. Morgan Lyon Cotti from the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah said there was major delays at airports throughout the country and that hurt the country. “Congressional democrats and the president were really feeling the heat," said Dr. Cotti.”

January 22, 2019: The Hinckley Institute of Politics: Where All Majors Can Get Connected (The Daily Utah Chronicle) “The Hinckley Institute of Politics provides opportunities for students to engage with prestigious organizations in numerous ways. . .Contrary to what its name implies, the Hinckley Institute of Politics has internships available for all majors and disciplines and isn’t limited to political science. They also offer internships during every semester.”

January 22, 2019: Boomerang bills: Proposals that are popular with the public but nonstarters on Utah’s Capitol Hill just keep coming back (Salt Lake Tribune) “Last year, polling by The Salt Lake Tribune and Hinckley Institute of Politics found 75 percent of Utahns in favor of banning hand-held cellphone use while driving.”

January 17, 2019: Utah voters blame Trump the most for shutdown, but congressional Democrats a close second (Deseret News) “Jason Perry, head of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics, said Trump is viewed as provoking the fight."What's happening here, at least in the minds of Utahns, is that the impasse is in the hands of President Trump. It was his line in the sand. It was his campaign promise," Perry said.”

January 9, 2019: Shutdown approaches record territory with no end in sight (ABC4) “Jason Perry, the director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics says there is one clear takeaway. "There's not a single thing in the speech from the president or from the responses from the Democratic Party that gave any idea that this thing is going to end soon. In fact, I think it showed the difference between them being even bigger than many thought," said Perry.”

January 7, 2019: Mia Love goes to work for CNN, says she’ll bring an ‘unleashed’ Republican perspective (Salt Lake Tribune) “Jason Perry, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, says Love’s TV role will give her a new venue to espouse her views and keep her in the spotlight. “In her concession speech, Representative Love said she had no plans to leave politics,” Perry said. “She will now be the second former Utah congressperson to assume the platform of political commentator. She clearly intends to stay engaged and motivated to share her brand of politics.”

2018 MEDIA COVERAGE

December 17, 2018: A look back at Senator Orrin Hatch’s brief presidential bid nearly 20 years ago (KUER) “He felt like he was in a stage of his career where, if he was president of the United States, he could really get a lot done for the country,” said Jason Perry, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

December 7, 2018: McAdams-Love race in Utah spurred $11M in spending (Standard Examiner) “The season of heavy campaigning in Utah has gotten longer with the advent of mail-in balloting across much of the state, which gives voters nearly a month to cast their ballots rather than a single day, said Jason Perry with the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah. “Candidates have to start messaging earlier and earlier," Perry said. "The commercials, the most expensive part of every campaign, are starting earlier in the process."

November 13, 2018: Utah’s GOP House members preparing for shift from majority to minority (Deseret News) “Jason Perry, head of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics, said there's a long list of significant issues Utahns want to see tackled in Congress, including public lands, health care and immigration. Perry said House Democrats may be distracted by their new oversight authority over the White House, which includes subpoena powers, "an enormous tool" that can be wielded without the minority party.”

November 6, 2018: A look back at the 42-year career of Senator Orrin Hatch (ABC4) “It would be hard to look at his career and say I didn't like anything that he did. There are things that he has sponsored, in terms of legislation, that people across the country have benefited from,” said Hinckley Institute of Politics director Jason Perry.”

November 6, 2018: Breaking down the Love, McAdams battle (ABC4) “Jason Perry, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics joined ABC4 's Political Correspondent Glen Mills in studio on Election Day to break down the contentious battle.

November 4, 2018 Democrats hope young voter turnout will turn Utah blue (PBS News Hour) Hinckley Institute forum on Standing Up to Utah’s Needs featured in PBS News Hour.

October 30, 2018: Salt Lake Olympic committees meet today to prepare for a future Winter Games bid decision by the end of the year (Salt Lake Tribune) “In a poll conducted in February by The Salt Lake Tribune and the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, 83 percent of residents statewide said they’d support a future Games. While the 2030 cycle has always been the target for Salt Lake and the USOC — and it remains so — the 2026 cycle is currently in limbo.”

October 28, 2018: Latest poll of potential Utah Republican candidates for 2020 governor’s race shows Chaffetz, Cox remain leading contenders (Salt Lake Tribune) “Former U.S. Rep. Jason Chaffetz and Lt. Gov. Spencer Cox continue to lead the pack of presumed Republican candidates for Utah’s 2020 gubernatorial election, according to a new poll from The Salt Lake Tribune and Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

October 27, 2018: Ben McAdams and Mia Love remain tied in New York Times Upshot poll, as new twist over Love’s campaign financing emerges (Salt Lake Tribune) “It shows them tied 45-45 percent, with 9 percent undecided — and a 4.7 percent margin of error. A Salt Lake Tribune-Hinckley Institute of Politics poll earlier this month also showed McAdams and Love tied, 46-46, with 8 percent undecided.”

October 21, 2018: Utah voter enthusiasm driven by Trump, Romney and marijuana, poll shows (Salt Lake Tribune) “Statewide, voter registrations are up by more than 70,000 people — or 4.5 percent — since January, according to data from the Utah lieutenant governor’s office… New polling by The Salt Lake Tribune and Hinckley Institute of Politics suggests three primary drivers behind the surge in voter enthusiasm: medical marijuana, Mitt Romney and President Donald Trump.”

October 20, 2018: Medicaid-Expansion Fights Pit Hospitals, Labor Against Conservative Groups, Tobacco Companies (Wall Street Journal) “Residents of Idaho, Nebraska, Montana and Utah are voting on the proposed expansions under Affordable Care Act… Polls so far indicate strong support for the ballot measures. Fifty-nine percent of voters in Utah support the expansion, according to the Salt Lake Tribune-Hinckley Institute of Politics poll.”

October 20, 2018: New poll shows Rep. Chris Stewart with a strong lead over Shireen Ghorbani in Utah’s 2nd district race (Salt Lake Tribune) “Stewart, a three-term Republican congressman, has a comfortable 23-point lead heading into the homestretch of the 2nd Congressional District race, according to the Salt Lake Tribune-Hinckley Institute of Politics poll.”

October 17, 2018: Utahns favor the ballot initiative expanding Meidcaid, even as the state seeks a smaller program (Salt Lake Tribune) “A new poll, by The Salt Lake Tribune and the Hinckley Institute of Politics, shows a majority of voters are on board. Full Medicaid expansion was supported by 54 percent of poll respondents, compared with 35 percent who opposed the initiative.”

October 15, 2018: Utah’s medical marijuana initiative in no longer a sure thing, poll finds (Salt Lake Tribune) “The reported drop comes on the heels of a major shift in the debate around Prop 2. Amid the recent round of polling, state leaders and advocates announced they’d agreed on a medical cannabis plan that lawmakers would consider in a November special session. Jason Perry, the Hinckley Institute’s director, said this deal likely contributed to the weakened support for Prop 2. While medical marijuana as a concept exerts wide appeal, the specifics of the initiative had alienated some people, he noted.”

October 15, 2018: Romney has commanding lead over Wilson in U.S. Senate race (Fox13) “Republican Mitt Romney has a commanding 36 point lead over Democrat Jenny Wilson in the race for the U.S. Senate seat left open by the retirement of seven term incumbent Orrin Hatch, according to a Salt Lake Tribune/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll.”

October 15, 2018: Rep. Mia Love has lost her lead and in now tied with Ben McAdams in Utah’s 4th District race (Salt Lake Tribune) “Each has 46 percent support — with 8 percent undecided — in a survey by the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics in partnership with The Salt Lake Tribune. In the last Tribune-Hinckley poll in June, Love led 45 percent to 39 percent, with 16 percent either undecided or favoring others (even though no other candidates are in the race). Love has attracted few of those previously undecided voters, said Jason Perry, director of the Hinckley Institute.”

October 8, 2018: No state has seen President Trump’s approval rating drop further than Utah, new poll shows (Salt Lake Tribune) “Trump’s presidency has been largely about what people are willing to overlook for what they think is most important,” said Jason Perry, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. “Right now we are seeing that even with a conservative Supreme Court nominee, new trade deals and the lowest unemployment rate in 50 years, the balance has shifted in the minds of many voters as they react to some of the president’s more controversial qualities.”

October 4, 2018: How will Prop. 2 compromise impact voter turnout? (Good4Utah) Jason Perry of the Hinckley Institute of Politics said voters will likely need time to look over the new details of the compromise before deciding. "I think a lot of people are still watching this, and it's going to take a while to digest this compromise to see if it really hits the mark," said Perry.

October 3, 2018: Utah higher education presidents express support for gas tax, increased education revenue (The Utah Statesman) However, a Salt Lake Tribune-Hinckley Institute of Politics poll found 56 percent of Utah residents oppose the gas tax.

September 24, 2018: Mail-in elections changing how candidates strategize (Good4Utah) “Director Jason Perry of the Hinckley Institute of Politics all candidates talk and strategize around mail-in ballots because it's the new reality in Utah. For candidates, he says their message has to be more focused and to the point. "You can't wait until October," said Perry. You can't wait until the night before the election for your message to come out because the reality is a lot of the population has already voted by then."

September 11, 2018: Love Campaign admits finance mistake as election heats up (Fox13) “Jason Perry, Executive Director or the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah said the campaign's biggest immediate problem is the mistake makes them look bad at precisely the wrong time. "This is a big deal because this is a race to watch, and it's so close that you really can't make mistakes like this," said Perry.”

September 2, 2018: Utah voters have a crowded ballot this year. Here’s what all the questions, propositions and amendments are about (Salt Lake Tribune) Read about this year's ballot initiatives along with polling data from the Salt Lake Tribune and Hinckley Institute.

August 28, 2018: Utah's 4th District race hits the airwaves (Good4Utah) "Jason Perry, the director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics says the race has been within the margin of error the entire time and it will stay that way to the end. "This is the one race in the state of Utah where there is still a chance for the Democrats to make a play. She's still up in the polls, but it's within the margin. Both candidates have to take this job very seriously," he said"

August 27, 2018: Boon or boondoggle? The Lake Powell Pipeline debated at U's Hinckley Institute (Fox13) "A debate pitted critics against state managers over the most critical resource in the American West, water."

August 27, 2018: Medicaid expansion initiative flying under the radar of election season (Good4Utah) "While Prop. 3 hasn't received much attention so far, political experts believe that's going to change. Hinckley Institute of Politics Director Jason Perry notes that "I think the kind of sleepy time behind this one may be behind us," said Perry. "After Labor Day people are going to start talking about all of them."

August 25, 2018: Utah candidate must 'walk fine line' given legal drama surrounding Trump (Deseret News) "We're seeing Republicans and Democrats alike be united in one thing, and that is, 'Our politics are independent of what happens in the White House,'" Jason Perry, director of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics, said. Utahns seem to trust that process and they're willing to wait to get those results. But in the meantime, candidates really need to walk a very fine line in how far they push absent a final report," Perry said."

August 12, 2018: The money behind Utah's contentious medical marijuana initiative (Deseret News) "Utah voters' support of the initiative hovered between 75 and 77 percent in three polls commissioned by the Hinckley Institute of Politics and Salt Lake Tribune released between July 2017 and January 2018."

August 8, 2018: As UT awaits Medicaid-Plan approval, voters could make the call (PNS) "The latest poll from the Salt Lake Tribune and the Hinckley Institute of Politics found that about 54 percent of Utah voters favor the ballot initiative, even though it requires a 0.15 percent tax increase."

July 25, 2018: Voter turnout hits around 29 percent for Utah primary, better than 2016 (Deseret News) "There are also significant questions on the ballot in November that have and will continue to motivate people to vote," said Jason Perry, director of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics."

July 16, 2018: Some call for Russian Ambassador Huntsman's resignation after Trump-Putin summit (WJLA) "Jason Perry, the director of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics, who worked with Huntsman when he was governor, said it would be wrong for Huntsman to resign. “People who know Jon Huntsman know this is the time we need him the most,” Perry said."

July 15, 2018 Op-ed: Utah must keep the climate conversations going (Deseret News) "This year’s passage of HCR007, the first climate resolution ever to pass in a red state, demonstrates an increased willingness by elected officials to represent the belief of a strong majority of Utahns that climate change is real. Indeed, a 2017 Hinckley Institute poll shows that 71 percent of Utahns believe in climate change."

July 15, 2018: Who is judge Brett Kavanaugh and what can we expect from his confirmation process (Good4Utah) "The director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics Jason Perry stops bye Inside Utah Politics to break down the career of nominee Brett Kavanaugh and what to expect from the confirmation process."

July 14, 2018: Higher density may help Utah’s housing crisis — but it’s a solution many don’t want near them (Salt Lake Tribune) "A recent Salt Lake Tribune-Hinckley Institute of Politics poll found that 49 percent of registered voters thought new housing was “positive for the state.” Another 27 percent said they were neutral on the idea, while 19 percent viewed additional housing as negative."

July 11, 2018: ‘Trib Talk’: Will Utah ban abortion and same-sex marriage under the new Supreme Court? (Salt Lake Tribune) "On this week’s episode of “Trib Talk,” reporter Benjamin Wood discusses the nomination of Brett Kavanuagh to the U.S. Supreme Court with Jason Perry, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, and Michelle Quist, an attorney and Republican candidate for the Salt Lake County Council."

July 10, 2018: Hinckley Institute of Politics weighs in on President Trump's second Supreme Court nominee (Good4Utah) "President Donald Trump has nominated Brett Kavanaugh, a Federal Appeals Court Judge in Washington, to succeed Anthony Kennedy on the Supreme Court. It's a nomination the country's been waiting days for. Morgan Lyon Cotti, Associate Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, joined Brian Carlson, to weigh in on the President's pick and the political battle for the confirmation."

July 10, 2018: Trump sets his sights on dismantling #MeToo movement (NY Daily News) "A poll commissioned by The Salt Lake Tribune and the Hinckley Institute of Politics of 654 registered voters statewide found that 87% of respondents who identified as “very liberal” said their opinion of the movement is either very or somewhat favorable, while only 16% of “very conservative” respondents said the same."

July 9, 2018: Rod Arquette Show Rundown-Monday, July 9, 2018 (Salt Lake Tribune) "Morgan Lyon Cotti, Associate Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, joins the show to discuss the results of a new poll about the #MeToo movement that shows Utah conservatives being skeptical of the movement."

July 8, 2018: Gov. Chaffetz? Former Utah congressman leads field of potential 2020 Republican candidates for governor (Salt Lake Tribune) "Hinckley Institute Director Jason Perry said the poll suggests more about name recognition than potential campaign success. Between now and 2020, he said, candidates should watch for how their numbers increase or decrease on this type of polling."

July 8, 2018: In her bid to unseat Rep. Chris Stewart, Democrat Shireen Ghorbani is finding that many voters don’t even know the name of their congressman (Salt Lake Tribune) "Stewart leads Ghorbani 48 percent to 24, with 14 percent favoring others (United Utah Party candidate Jan Garbett in on the ballot) and 13 percent undecided, according to a new Salt Lake Tribune/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll."

July 8, 2018: Like Trump, Utah conservatives are wary of the #MeToo movement (Salt Lake Tribune) "We’re seeing increased polarization and political tribalism throughout the country,” Morgan Lyon Cotti, associate director of the Hinckley Institute, said of the results. “And here in Utah as well, we can see evidence of the deep divide between the parties with these viewpoints on the #MeToo movement."

July 5, 2018: How Self-Defense And Suicide Are Changing The Conversation On Guns In The West (KUER) "Guns have always been a part of life in the West. Forty-two percent of Utah residents own a gun, according to a 2017 Salt Lake Tribune-Hinckley Institute of Politics poll. The number of Utah women who own guns has surged in the last five years."

July 5, 2018: What Do You Think of All This Construction? About Half of Utah Voters Say They Support New Apartment Buildings, Condos and Houses (Salt Lake Chamber) "A recent Salt Lake Tribune-Hinckley Institute of Politics poll finds that 49 percent of registered voters believe this construction is a positive for the state. Another 27 percent claimed to be neutral on the idea, while 19 percent— or about 1 in 5 — viewed additional housing as a negative.”

June 4, 2018: SCOTUS sides with Colorado baker in LGBT discrimination case, dividing Utahns (KUER) "A Salt Lake Tribune-Hinckley Institute of Politics poll from November showed 67 percent of Utah voters favor a religious exception for bakers who object to gay marriage."

May 23, 2018: Mike Kennedy's apology for Mitt Romney, explained (KUER) "Jason Perry, Director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, says the entire issue was a “major miscalculation” by Kennedy. “I’ve not really seen a time in the recent past where anyone was looking for a politician to apologize for them,” he said. Perry believes Kennedy could have found a better way to differentiate himself from Romney, who enjoys wide name recognition after two unsuccessful presidential bids."

May 17, 2018: Outgoing UTA board members happy name not changing ( Deseret News Utah) "This whole discussion got to a position where they just needed to make a decision,' said Jason Perry, head of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics. 'It was starting to take a toll not just on the organization, but on elected officials.' He said lawmakers 'were being forced to constantly explain, justify and defend this decision. The one thing they did not want to spend all their time talking about was the name.' Now, Perry said, UTA can focus on fixes the public wants to see. Legislative audits have been critical of executive compensation and other issues, including transit development dealings. "

May 16, 2018: Campus-Community Dialogue: #MeToo – Now What? ( KCPW) " The Hinckley Institute of Politics recently hosted their final Spring Campus-Community panel discussion. The panel takes a look at the #MeToo movement — and, in particular, what the future holds for the movement. "

May 14, 2018: Political clashes heat up as big issues head for Utah ballot (HJ News) " The spats come as groups turn to voters after years of trying to convince conservative lawmakers to see things their way. The issues poised to make the ballot generally have strong support in voter polls, said Jason Perry, director of the Hinckley Institute at the University of Utah. 'Utahns on a couple of these key issues are wanting to take bigger steps than the Legislature has made and they feel like they have the power to do it,' he said. "

May 2, 2018: United Utah Party eyes its prospects for November (Cedar City News) " Historically, third parties do not have a long tradition of success in Utah, said Jason Perry, the director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. 'But Utahns are willing to consider a third-party candidate when the other options are unacceptable,' Perry said. 'You only have to look to our last presidential election to see that.' "

April 27, 2018: Utah Democratic Party puts a friendly wager on the line for its convention (Good4Utah) " Democratic delegates will vote on races in all four congressional districts, and the U.S. Senate. As far as the party's chances in November are concerned, Jason Perry, the director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics says to keep an eye on the 4th Congressional District. Salt Lake County Mayor Ben McAdams is seeking the democratic nomination for that seat. "

April 23, 2018: Mitt Romney's Second-Place Showing Among Utah Republican Delegates Unlikely to Hurt His Senate Chances (Political News) " Federal filings show Romney, in his latest report, has $1.15 million on hand in his campaign kitty. Kennedy showed $257,000 in his account. (Romney poured $1 million from his failed presidential bid into the Utah Senate race.) 'Mitt Romney is an exceptionally popular candidate in the state; he has high name recognition; he has lots of money; and that is in contrast to his opponent, who has none of those things,' said Jason Perry, the director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. "

April 20, 2018: Romney's reception at GOP convention likely a 'mixed bag' (KSL) " Romney's reception at the convention will be a "mixed bag," said Jason Perry, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah. 'This is going to be a sign for all of us who watch whether or not the fracture within the Republican Party is going to mend anytime soon,' he said. Perry said delegates who oppose signature gathering and those who don't know if Romney is conservative enough for them might have some things to say. Those voices in the past pushed popular Gov. Gary Herbert into a primary two years ago against a more conservative candidate, Jonathan Johnson. "

April 16, 2018: As deadline arrives, 4 initiative campaigns say they have enough signatures to get on ballot (Deseret News Utah) " 'We have not had this number of initiatives come forward from the public in recent memory. So it's impressive that several of these initiatives had so much public support, particularly since each one of them had to stand on its own,' said Jason Perry, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah. ' There was a concern for several of these that if we had so many initiatives, some will just get lost. ... But a couple of these initiatives really caught the public's attention just because of the subject matter.' But Perry also cautioned against too readily assuming that each of the initiative campaigns declaring victory Monday will ultimately have cleared the necessary signature thresholds in at least 26 of the 29 state senate districts, as required. "

April 12, 2018: Col. Wilkerson criticizes U.S. foreign policy in U of U forum (Good4Utah) " Col. Lawrence Wilkerson (Ret.) was the main speaker at a forum hosted by the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah. During the talk he criticized U.S. foreign policy on Iran and Syria but said domestic issues could also make us less safe. "

April 10, 2018: Mitt Romney's Senate campaign war chest includes $1M from his presidential bids (KSL) " Romney is the only GOP candidate so far who has turned in signatures to secure a spot on the June primary ballot, but will also compete for the support of delegates at the party's state convention. Jason Perry, head of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics, said Romney's war chest proves he's a formidable contender. 'We knew that Mitt was popular in the state,' Perry said. 'For any challengers, they're going to look at that ability to fundraise and they will realize that he is a real candidate, and that he is going to be exceptionally hard to beat.' "

April 3, 2018: Lt. Gov. talks opioid overdose prevention, medical marijuana in U. panel discussion (KSL) " A handful of the state's foremost leaders in the fight against opioid addiction met Tuesday at the University of Utah for a panel discussion focusing on how to overcome that scourge in Utah. The discussion, held at the U.'s Hinckley Institute of Politics, was moderated by Lt. Gov. Spencer Cox, who told reporters afterward that opioid addiction has 'become a public health crisis, a policy crisis, a political crisis.' "

March 27, 2018: Romney’s Comments On DACA Still To The Right Of Most Utahns ( KUER) " A January poll from the Salt Lake Tribune and Hinckley Institute of Politics showed that 69 percent of Utah voters support allowing DACA recipients to stay in the U.S. 'It would seem to me that he’s on much firmer ground when he talks about fiscal conservatism and budgetary issues than on issues of immigration,' said Karpowitz.

March 13, 2018: U.S. Senate candidate Larry Meyers: It’s not just Romney running for Hatch's seat (The Spectrum) " It could be tough to beat Romney, based on initial polling data on the race. One poll, released in January by The Salt Lake Tribune and the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, showed 85 percent of state Republicans supporting Romney, along with 55 percent of independents. "

March 10, 2018: Flexing their muscles, Utah lawmakers expand the power of the Legislature (Deseret News Utah) " Jason Perry, director of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics, said there were several bills during the session that gave the Legislature more control over areas they thought weren't being managed well. 'They're trying to bring their influence to bear on these particular areas. We'll see if this is a trend that continues or not,' he said. "

March 5, 2018: As the number of female interns in the state Legislature grows, lawmakers and coordinators work to ensure they’re not sexually harassed (Salt Lake Tribune) " 'As it’s been reported in the media, that has certainly been an issue in Utah, and we are working closely with legislators and with legislative research to make sure that whisper network is not a part of this environment anymore,' said Morgan Lyon Cotti, associate director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah. "

February 26, 2018: Utah GOP passes bylaw preventing signature gathering (Fox13) " Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics Jason Perry says this move is all about power. 'They want to keep their stranglehold on the nomination process they've had for a long time. That's what this is about. They're losing their control of the party nomination process,' said Perry. "

February 22, 2018: Mia Love holds narrow lead over Ben McAdams in hypothetical match-up (2KUTV) " A similar poll conducted by the Salt Lake Tribune-Hinckley Institute of Politics shows Love holding a five percent lead over McAdams. Since the 2016 election Love has fallen from 53.8 percent to 49 percent, Utah Policy states in a report. "

Febraury 16, 2018: What we know about Romney's campaign Platform (Good4Utah) " Jason Perry is the Director for the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics. He said, 'I expect that this is going to be a Utah-centric campaign, that's what you can pick up from his announcement this morning,' "

February 16, 2018: Mitt Romney Finally Announces Utah Senate Campaign (Slate) " Romney won every single county in Utah in 2012, and a poll by the Salt Lake Tribune and the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics projected him to win 64 percent of the vote over Democratic Salt Lake City councilwoman Jenny Wilson. "

February 11, 2018: POLITICAL STRATEGIST KARL ROVE SAYS NASTY POLITICS NOT NEW (Political News) " Karl Rove, known as the “architect” of President George W. Bush’s presidential campaigns, shared one central message here Thursday: 'don’t despair.' Rove, who served as senior adviser and deputy chief of staff to President George W. Bush, spoke at the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, where he said he began his political career. 'They were some of the most exciting and pleasant times I had, and when I left here I was on fire,' Rove said, referring to his time spent at the University of Utah as a student. Among many other topics, Rove addressed the current low levels of trust in American institutions, including the White House, Congress and the media. 'Things are not what they ought to be. I’m not gonna say that things are normal,' Rove said. 'But I like to remind people we’ve been here before.' Rove gave many examples of previous eras in American history when politics have been, in his words, “brutal, nasty, ugly, divisive and unconstructive.' He said the key to overcoming such eras is in the presidency. "

February 9, 2018: In Utah talk, Karl Rove suggests President Donald Trump isn’t the worst Americans have seen (Salt Lake Tribune) " President Donald Trump has called Democrats “treasonous” for not clapping during his State of the Union address. He’s mocked the minority leader of the Senate as “cryin’ Chuck Schumer.” And he’s tweeted that actress Meryl Streep is “over-rated.” Still, Republican strategist Karl Rove said Thursday, the political discourse has been more “nasty and mean and vicious” in America’s past than it is now. Trump, he suggested, is not the worst this country has seen. Speaking at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, where he studied for two years, Rove offered his take on historical partisanship that has caused deeper rifts. "

February 8, 2018: Karl Rove, ‘architect’ of Bush presidential campaigns, speaks at Hinckley Institute (Fox 13) " Political strategist Karl Rove is speaking at the Hinckley Institute of Politics Thursday. Rove served as the senior adviser and deputy chief of staff during the George W. Bush administration. He’s also known as “the architect” of Bush’s 2000 and 2004 presidential campaigns. Rove will speak at the Hinckley Institute at 2 p.m. It’s free and open to the public. "

February 3, 2018: 3 of 4 Utahns support tougher ban on cellphone use while driving (Salt Lake Tribune) " Three of every four Utahns apparently would like to send a message to people who use cellphones while driving: Hang up, already. A new poll commissioned by The Salt Lake Tribune and the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics shows that by a 75-23 margin, Utahns support HB64 by Rep. Carol Moss, D-Holladay — legislation that would clearly ban the use of hand-held cellphones while driving. It would still allow use of hands-free devices. "

February 2, 2018: Romney Says He’ll Decide on Senate Run Mid-Olympics: ‘Join Team Mitt’ (Breitbart Store) " Former Massachusetts governor and failed presidential candidate Mitt Romney said he would announce on February 15 if he is running for the Utah Senate seat being vacated by longtime statesman Orrin Hatch (R-UT). 'I think he’s in,' Jason Perry, executive director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics told the Tribune. 'The way this tweet was put out and the message that was delivered seems to indicate that he has a big announcement.' 'You don’t usually send out a tweet to say ‘I’m not interested,' Perry said."

February 1, 2018: President Trump falsely claims record viewership for his State of the Union address (Salt Lake Tribune) " President Trump falsely claims record viewership for his State of the Union address. Biskupski gives her State of the City speech. McAdams outraises Love. According to a new poll by The Salt Lake Tribune and The Hinckley Institute, 46% of Utah Rep. John Curtis’ constituents don’t know who he is -- something the new congressman says he’ll work to improve. "

January 29, 2018: Opposition to Our Schools Now’s $715M tax hike falls to its lowest level yet (Salt Lake Tribune) " Fifty-six percent of Utahns support an initiative seeking to add $715 million in annual public school funding by boosting income and sales taxes, according to a new poll. That number is in line with recent polls on the Our Schools Now campaign showing a consistent, but not necessarily comfortable, cushion of support for the proposed ballot measure. But the new survey — conducted for The Salt Lake Tribune and the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics — also suggests opposition to Our Schools Now is eroding. Only 38 percent of Utahns say they “strongly” or “somewhat” oppose the initiative, a decline of 5 percentage points since October. "

January 28, 2018: Breaking down the State of The State address (Good4Utah) " On Wednesday, Governor Gary Herbert gave his annual State of the State address, but this year's speech was a little different. Less than a week after the federal government shutdown he decided to focus on what he calls, 'Utah's unique spirit of collaboration,' where he called for all Utahans to come together and work with one another for a brighter future. Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics Jason Perry stops by this weeks Inside Utah Politics to break down the speech. 'People left the speech thinking, I'm proud to be a Utahn, but they're also thinking we have to think beyond ourselves and that is such an important principal. Decisions today impact tomorrow and we have to, kind of be making laws that think that way, 'Perry said. "

January 27, 2018: Should Utah allow higher-alcohol beer in grocery stores? Utahns are split (Salt Lake Tribune) " The selection of 3.2 percent beer in Utah grocery and convenience stores will, later this year, start a rapid decline. Consumers will see fewer options while businesses, especially in rural areas, could see sales revenue drop. Without legislative action, Utah could soon become one of only two states that maintain the 3.2 percent beer mandate. The Legislature is undecided on the issue. And a new Salt Lake Tribune-Hinckley Institute of Politics poll shows their constituents also are split. "

January 26, 2018: Mia Love Vulnerable In Re-Election Race (Goddard's Political Wire) " A new Salt Lake Tribune-Hinckley Institute of Politics poll shows Rep. Mia Love (R) with a small 5-point edge over Salt Lake County Mayor Ben McAdams (D), 47% to 42%, 'a slightly narrower lead than she had three months ago and just outside of the margin of error of plus or minus 4.9 percentage points'.”

January 25, 2018: A majority of Western voters oppose Trump’s energy-focused public lands agenda, poll finds (Salt Lake Tribune) " New bipartisan polling finds widespread disapproval among Western voters of the Trump administration’s public land policies, including recent reductions to two Utah national monuments and the expansion of lands being made available for energy extraction. New polling commissioned by The Salt Lake Tribune and the Hinckley Institute also found Utah voters divided over the monument reductions, but with a near or slight majorities favoring reduction rather than opposing it. "

January 23, 2018: Trump’s team wants Bears Ears, Grand Staircase lawsuits filed in D.C. sent back to Utah (Salt Lake Tribune) " The Trump administration is urging a federal court in Washington to transfer lawsuits seeking to overturn changes to the Bears Ears and Grand Staircase-Escalante national monuments to Utah’s district court, where it says the impact of the ultimate decision will be felt most. A new poll by The Salt Lake Tribune and the Hinckley Institute of Politics shows that about half of Utahns support Trump’s move to dramatically shrink the two monuments. "

January 19, 2018: Bills and ballot initiative aim at legalizing medical marijuana in Utah (Daily Universe) "A BYU graduate’s proposed 2018 ballot initiative effort could lead to the legalization of medical marijuana in Utah. At the same time, a Utah County lawmaker says he will introduce a package of bills aimed the production and sale of cannabis-based medicines. The initiative needs 113,000 signatures by April 15 in order to be included in November’s ballot. A recent poll conducted by the Salt Lake Tribune and the University of Utah Hinckley Institute of Politics shows that 75 percent of Utah voters either strongly or somewhat support the initiative. "

January 19, 2018: Utah preps for federal shutdown as politicians squabble over CHIP (KSL) " Gov. Gary Herbert urged the U.S. Senate on Friday to resolve its differences in order to keep the federal government going and to fund the Children's Health Insurance Program. Political observers in Utah said voters are likely to be frustrated over the difficulty Congress has coming to an agreement. 'It's turning out to be the blame game, and putting very important populations in the middle of that game. It is concerning,' said Jason Perry, head of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics. "

January 13, 2018: Money being raised for Sen. Orrin Hatch library, public policy institute (Deseret News) " Both the University of Utah and Brigham Young University have made their interest in the project known, although other campuses in the state may also be hoping to participate. Jason Perry, head of the U.'s Hinckley Institute of Politics, said he and U. President David Pershing are leading an effort to attract the center. A possible site is on South Temple, near the U.'s Thomas S. Monson Center. 'There is huge interest in the papers that Sen. Hatch has collected in his time in office. There are many organizations that would love to be affiliated with him and his center and the university is one of them,' Perry said. "

January 11, 2018: Republican House speaker in Utah won’t seek re-election (Post Register) "Jason Perry, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, said the Republican may have his eye on a higher office, perhaps the governor’s seat that is opening in 2020. 'What we know about Greg Hughes is he has a plan for whatever he does,' Perry said. 'He is known for being willing to take risks.'Hughes said he would back Mitt Romney if the former Massachusetts governor decides to run for the U.S. Senate seat that will be vacated when Sen. Orrin Hatch retires at the end of the year.

January 10, 2018: Utah House Speaker Greg Hughes will not seek re-election in 2018 (KUTV) "Jason Perry, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, commented, 'I doubt very much that he is finished with politics.' 'Anytime there is a high-profiled political position available, Greg Hughes is on that list,' Perry said. 'And we have some big opportunities coming. He could decide to run for the [U.S.] House, but most speculation is on him being most interested in running for governor' in 2020. "

January 8, 2018: Mitt Romney treated for prostate cancer over the summer (KSL) " Jason Perry, head of the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics, said he sees a 'high likelihood' that Romney is running, and the news about his health shouldn't have any negative effect on the race. 'In fact, I think it's just a positive for Mitt Romney. Get that out on your own terms and put it to rest. He's already an amazingly popular candidate. If he decides to run, nothing's going to hurt him in terms of announcements like that,' Perry said. He said the timing of the news is telling. "

January 3, 2018: Mitt Romney could change race for open Senate seat ( Good4Utah) " Morgan Lyon Cotti is the Associate Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah. She notes if Romney does decide to run he would be hard to beat. 'It would be very difficult to challenge Mitt Romney whether from the Republican or Democratic side, said Cotti. 'However if Mitt Romney decides not to run we could see quite a few people going for that seat.' Several people have already declared for the race even before Senator Hatch's announcement. Jenny Wilson, who is a current member of the Salt Lake County Council, is a Democrat who has already announced she's running. "

January 2, 2018: Senator Hatch announces retirement after more than four decades of service (Good4Utah) "Hatch has also been part of the confirmation of every justice currently sitting on the Supreme Court. Morgan Lyon Cotti, with the Hinckley Institute of Politics says regardless of what you think of him, Hatch is an institution in Utah politics. 'You could argue that he's the most powerful politician Utah has ever had. As President Pro Tempore and the chair of the Senate Finance Committee he has a huge amount of sway,' said Lyon Cotti."

January 2, 2018: Orrin Hatch just announced he’ll retire from the Senate (Vox) " A July poll from the Salt Lake Tribune and the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics found 78 percent of voters in the state wanted to see Hatch retire after this term, with 57 percent saying he should "definitely not" run for reelection. Hatch polled 1 point behind the Democratic candidate. "

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December 31, 2012: Political analyst: Change likely to come to GOP (Standard-Examiner): “‘Kirk Jowers said he thinks the changes will be forced by circumstances.’The reason I think things will change is the problems have reached a point of no return,’ Jowers said.”

December 26, 2012: Washington Post op-ed suggests Huntsman for Speaker of the House (Fox 13) ”‘I think there’s zero chance that anyone would ever be selected outside of the House of Representatives. And so, no slight to Huntsman or Daniels or anyone else you could think of, they just simply won’t do it. It’s their body, it’s their House and they’ll pick one of theirs to be speaker,’ Jowers said.” Story also published by the Deseret News.

December 24, 2012: Will Medicare Part D be a financial solution? (Deseret News) ”Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.“

December 19, 2012: Utah politicos weigh in on gun violence solutions (KSL.com) ”When you see kind of the market taking into account this tragedy and these steps, I think it follows that our leaders and politicians that have control over this can take a more thoughtful approach to the next step, said Hinckley Institute of Politics President Kirk Jowers.”

December 17, 2012: A happier ending than I anticipated, AIG pays back TARP money, 17 billion in interest (Deseret News) “Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.“

December 14, 2012: Sub-Saharan Africa: Breeding a New Generation of Leaders (The Diplomatic Courier) Ambassador John Priceserved as U.S. Ambassador to the Republic of Mauritius, Republic of Seychelles, and Union of the Comoros from February 8, 2002 to June 17, 2005 and currently serves as a Resident Scholar at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. He is the author of the book “When the White House Calls” and regularly writes Commentaries on Africa and the Arabian Peninsula.

December 10, 2012: “Feds: $11.2 million spent on Matheson-Love” (San Francisco Chronicle) ”This was an unprecedented,” said Tim Chambless, a professor at the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah. “We have never seen a race so expensive in Utah.” Story also published by ABC4, by The South Florida Times, and by the Deseret News.

December 5, 2012: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers was interviewed live on KSL Radio regarding Super PACS.

December 3, 2012: “Robert Bennett: Media are failing in Rice coverage” (Deseret News) ”Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

November 29, 2012: “Will Islamists Trump Democracy?” (International Policy Digest) by former Ambassador John Price, current Hinckley Insittute of Politics Resident Scholar

November 28, 2012: “Obama and Romney set to meet on Thursday” (Fox 13) ”Kirk Jowers ran Mitt Romney’s official Political Action Committee, and he thinks Romney still wants to be involved in public service. I think ultimately he’ll be very drawn to do something for his country and whether that has anything to do with President Obama, I don’t know. That will probably be more up to Obama than to Romney, Jowers said. Story also published on Deseret News.

November 27, 2012: “What next? From the election horse race to the critical issues” (KSL) Kirk L. Jowers is the University of Utah’s Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics and is a partner in the Washington, D.C. law firm of Caplin & Drysdale.

November 26, 2012: “Mitt Romney comes under fire from fellow Republicans” (ABC4) ” Kirk Jowers worked with Romney’s campaign for years and he now cautions those who may already be looking ahead for a nomination in 2016.”

November 26, 2012: “Politics and Social Media Forum Wednesday” (City Weekly) ”Hear C-SPAN’s Mortman explain the new trends at this free public forum. Check it out at the University of Utah Hinckley Institute of Politics, 260 S. Central Campus Drive, Wednesday, Nov. 28″

November 26, 2012: “Robert Bennett: One Problem America needs to fix–education” (Deseret News) ”Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

November 24, 2012: “Romney’s Utah Supporters upset with how he’s being treated by GOP” (Deseret News) ”Another top Romney supporter in Utah, Kirk Jowers, said the candidate has likely been ruminating about the reasons for his loss.”

November 23, 2012: “FEC dismisses funds complaint against Wil Cardon (AZ Central) ”In their initial March 16 response to the complaint, Cardon’s attorneys, Kirk Jowers and Matthew Sanderson, argued that Smith was a disgruntled former business associate of Cardon’s father and that his blind conjecture should be rejected.

November 20, 2012: “The Arab Spring Didn’t Buy Us Many Friends” (Diplomatic Courier) ”Ambassador John Price served as U.S. Ambassador to the Republic of Mauritius, Republic of Seychelles, and Union of the Comoros from February 8, 2002 to June 17, 2005 and currently serves as a Resident Scholar at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. He is the author of the book “When the White House Calls” and regularly writes Commentaries on Africa and the Arabian Peninsula.”

November 20, 2012: “Matheson holds on to win by whisker, but Utah GOP questions results” (Salt Lake Tribune) ”Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, said the money spent by outside Super PACs “disproportionately advantaged the incumbents” like Matheson, because, while he was already well known, Love was an unknown quantity.”

November 19, 2012: “Focusing entirely on one job prospect? Don’t” (Detriot Free Press) ”Referencing Mitt Romney’s loss for the job of United States president, Kirk Jowers, a Romney friend said in a recent New York Times article: “‘He will be sifting through this for quite a while. The question is when the sifting takes a couple of hours a day instead of being all consuming.”

November 16, 2012: “Bob Bernick’s Notebook: Utah’s GOP Won’t Change Until They Have To” (Utah Pulse) ”Along with U of U Hinckley Institute of Politics director Kirk Jowers, another Romney devotee, and a few other mainstream conservative local Republicans (as the informal group likes to call itself), Leavitt has the organizational power and connections to fund and run a citizen initiative aimed at the 2014 general election ballot.

November 13, 2012: “Utah A Country? Thousands Sign Petition For Utah To Secede” by Dan Rascon” (KUTV) ”Kirk Jowers the director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah says this is the wrong approach for those upset about the election results.”

November 12, 2012: “Another election, this time to replace mayor-elect Ben McAdams in Legislature” (Deseret News) ”Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and a Republican, said the Democratic delegates voting in the race may not care about the tax increase.”

November 12, 2012: “Mia Love says election loss surprised her, but she’s mum on future” by Dennis Romboy (Deseret News) ”‘She was caught in a great but difficult situation,’ said Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah. The national Republican Party was heavily involved and excited about her campaign, but it diverted her attention away from the district, Jowers said. For example, Love was the only candidate for major office in Utah to turn down an hourlong interview with the well-respected Doug Fabrizio on KUER Radio. She also campaigned for Romney in Ohio and Nevada.” In addition, see story here.

November 12, 2012: “Time to Reset the Reset in US-Russian Relations” by John Price (International Policy Digest) “Regardless of which political party occupies the White House, American presidents are allowed a certain degree of latitude on foreign policy, where initiatives are not as constrained by Congressional oversight in comparison to the nation’s domestic issues.” John Price former U.S. Ambassador is Resident Scholar at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics

November 11, 2012: “Sunday Edition, Nov. 11: Romney’s career, the Mormon moment and campaign clutter” by Richard Piatt (KSL)“There are a lot of Romney supporters ” especially in Utah ” who have no doubt that if voters around the country knew Romney as well as they did, he would have won. One of those people is Kirk Jowers, a Romney confidant who has known the Romney family for years. He is the head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. Richard Piatt discussed Romney’s defeat with Jowers, and what the campaign could have done differently.”

November 9, 2012: “For Romney, mulling what comes next” (HT Politics) ”He will be sifting through this for quite a while,’ said Kirk Jowers, a Romney friend. The question is when the sifting takes a couple of hours a day instead of being all consuming.’

November 8, 2012: “For Romney, All His Career Options Are Still Open. Except One.” by Michael Barbaro (New York Times) ”‘He will be sifting through this for quite a while,’ said Kirk Jowers, a Romney friend. ‘The question is when the sifting takes a couple of hours a day instead of being all consuming.’

November 8, 2012: “Forum evaluates election aftermath” by Topher Webb (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”Rep. Jim Matheson won the 4th Congressional District race because he defined himself to voters better than Saratoga Springs Mayor Mia Love, said political science professor and political columnist Frank Pignanelli at a Hinckley forum on Wednesday.”

November 8, 2012: “AP story points to Huntsman Jr. as Secretary of State candidate” by John Daley (KSL) ”University of Utah Political Science Professor Tim Chambless says with China looming large in U.S. foreign policy and financial affairs, appointing Huntsman to the cabinet could make sense.”

November 7, 2012: “Voters’ trust propelled Matheson to victory, analysts say” by Jordan Ormond (KSL) ”‘This race seemed like a perfect storm against him, and he still prevailed,’ said Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah.”

November 7, 2012: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers was interviewed live on Access Utah for a post-election wrap up

November 7, 2012: “Election 2012 – The More Things Change, the More They Stay the Same” by Bob Bernick (Utah Pulse.com) ”And you could very well see a moderate Republican use the same alternative route to run for governor. (How about Hinckley Institute of Politics director Kirk Jowers?)”

November 7, 2012: “Rising Republican star Mia Love of Utah loses to Democrat” by Debbie Hummel (Reuters) ”The race, which drew millions of dollars in outside money, so dominated Utah’s airwaves and news reports that it essentially rendered the state’s three other congressional races ‘irrelevant,’ said Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

November 7, 2012: “Jim Matheson dodges GOP machine in win over Mia Love” by Dennis Romboy (Deseret News) ”‘This race seemed like a perfect storm against him, and he still prevailed,’ said Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah. ‘It’s hard to see another circumstance where they can take him out without a major mistake, and he hasn’t made one so far.’”

November 7, 2012: “Romney’s loss ends presidential dreams” by Thomas Burr (Salt Lake Tribune) ”For Kirk Jowers, the head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and a long-time Romney friend, the loss stung even though Jowers thought Romney was “the best candidate he could be” and had given his all.”

November 7, 2012: “A day of painful goodbyes for Mitt Romney (+video)” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret News) ”Kirk Jowers, another longtime Romney supporter from Utah who traveled to Boston for Election Day, said he skipped the brunch because he knew how difficult it would be to recap the loss.”

November 7, 2012: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers was interviewed on BBC regarding Romney’s defeat.

November 6, 2012: “Hinckley Forum: Speaker: Votes increasing: by Topher Webb (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”Utahns might see a 25-percent jump in voter turnout from the 2010 midterm elections, said state elections director Mark Thomas at a Hinckley Institute of Politics forum on Monday.”

November 6, 2012: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers was interviewed on live on the Doug Wright show regarding the presidential election.

November 6, 2012: “Is Mitt Romney’s loss Utah’s loss? Mike Leavitt, other Utahns were poised to make an impact” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret News) ”Other Utah names that had been on Romney’s shortlist for filing 100 top-level slots were Rep. Jason Chaffetz, R-Utah, a top surrogate on the campaign trail for the past year; and Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and a longtime supporter.”

November 6, 2012: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers was interviewed in Boston at the Romney Election Watch by KSL TV news, KUTV news, and television stations from Chicago, Boston, and other media markets.

November 5, 2012: “4th District race draws big money from both parties” by Nineveh Dinha (Fox 13) ”‘I think this will be the most expensive U.S. House race we’ve ever seen. Usually we see about $1 million spent by each candidate,’ says Tim Chambless, a professor at the Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

November 5, 2012: “Utahns surveyed say Romney’s faith rarely a target” by Aaron Vaughn (Fox 13) ”Romney has gotten a share of critical views pertaining to his religious beliefs. Tim Chambliss, from the Hinkley Institute of Politics, said it is no surprise Romney’s critics would use his LDS faith against him.”

November 2, 2012: “Good Question: What Happens If They Tie?” by Matt Gephardt (KUTV) ”Hinckley Institute President Kirk Jowerssays the chances of a tie are slim. It’s a very unlikely scenario, but realistic. You can go play with the map on a couple different websites and come out with a very realistic 269.

November 2, 2012: “Foreign Policy Needs More Focus on Security” by John Price (International Policy Digest) ”On October 29, 2012 the State Department gave a briefing on Secretary Hillary Clinton’s visit to Algeria. The focus of the trip was on ‘counterterrorism cooperation and Mali.’ John Price former U.S. Ambassador is Resident Scholar at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics

November 2, 2012: “‘The Colbert Effect:’ how young voters get their political news” by John Daley (KSL) ”Universities are well aware of the trend. The U.’s Hinckley Institute of Politics offers an internship at “The Colbert Report.” It’s become one the program’s most coveted, said director Kirk Jowers.”

Novmeber 1, 2012: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers and U of U students Nelson Warr, Kaitie Jowers, Mary Mellor and Sam Ortiz participated in KSL Doug Wright’s townhall regarding the presidential election.

November 1, 2012: “Could Sandy Aftermath Affect Election Day?” by Heidi Hatch (KUTV) ”Super storm Sandy is unprecedented for many different reasons, but one thing is for sure. Never in our Nation’s history has an election day been moved. The only way it can happen, is if Congress meets and moves it for every single state- and that we’re told is not going to happen. This afternoon we sat down with Kirk Jowers, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah to get answers. He said, a delay for a state ‘would be beyond unprecedented’ he went on to say he thinks attorneys on both sides are looking at it very closely.’”

November 1, 2012: “Straight-ticket voting allowed in Iowa, but parties aren’t pushing it” (The Gazette) ”There’s a feeling straight-ticket voting is not good for democracy, according to Kirk Jowers of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, a state where the practice still is allowed. Voters don’t have to look at the individual candidates. They simply walk in, fill in one oval and walk out without giving each candidate due consideration.”

October 31, 2012: “Fewer Democrats on Utah’s Capitol Hill Could Cause Problems” by Bob Bernick (Utah Policy.com) “‘That’s an interesting question,’ says Lindsay Zizumbo of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. Going down two Democratic senators and five House members likely wouldn’t change the day-to-day operations of the Utah Legislature much, says Zizumbo, who specializes in watching legislative politics for the institute. ‘We are so close to one-party rule in Utah already; it would just mean less of a voice for the minority members.’

October 30, 2012: “Superstorm Sandy slows Mitt Romney’s momentum” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret News) ”Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s band a longtime Romney supporter, said the storm has put Romney in a difficult situation. ‘The president gets to act presidential and he gets the free ‘earned’ media. Romney is forced to sit out the storm,’ Jowers said. ‘In a perfect world, there would be no perfect storm a week before the election.’”

October 29, 2012: Just think what you could by with $3B” (Deseret News) ”According to Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, if you include another $1 billion more spent by the super PACs and political parties on behalf of the candidates, then the price tag is closing in on $3 billion spent during a deep recession.”

October 29, 2012: “The Diplomatic Security Service Failed to Protect” by Ambassador John Price (Diplomatic Courier) ”We are living in the most crucial time in modern history since the Cold War. Today’s enemy has no name, no face, no uniform, and not even a standing army. It is a theological movement with a mission to control the world under Sharia. So how has the United States foreign policy dealt with these issues?” John Price former U.S. Ambassador is Resident Scholar at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics

October 29, 2012: “Robert Bennett: Bennett: Religion and politics in Europe vs. America” by Robert Bennett (Deseret News) ”This is being written in Paris, where I have been attending an academic conference dedicated to an analysis of the 2012 presidential election. If they could vote, Europeans would solidly support President Obama, with France leading the way. Some polls show that Obama would draw more than 90 percent of the vote here; across the entire continent, he runs above 70 percent. Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and a Fellow at George Washington University’s School of Media and Public Affairs.“

October 29, 2012: “Sen. Orrin Hatch spends $12 million on re-election bid” by Dennis Romboy (Deseret News) ”‘I feel like it’s by far the most (ever) spent on any race in Utah,’ said Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

October 26, 2012: “Following in a Father’s Footsteps, But Probably Not Into Politics” by Sheryl Gay Stolberg and Ashley Parker (New York Times) ”For now, though, he is all in, on the road six days out of seven, selling Mitt Romney, the Republican nominee, to the American public. ‘It means a lot to him, more than anything else, what people think about his father, do they know he’s a man of character and integrity,’ said one friend, Kirk Jowers. ‘Tagg will do anything his father needs and anything he thinks will advance or protect his dad.’

October 26, 2012: Hinckley Forum: Cooke Lays Out Broad Platform Intentions. by D.J. Summers (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”Tim Chambless ’said changing concepts is a good thing as we need to produce more competition between parties. It’s important to have dual-party inclusion,’ Chambless said. ‘We need to create more party competition. Competition is a good thing, whether in politics or business or dating.’

October 26, 2012: Tim Chambless Academic Coordinator at the Hinckley Institute of Politics was interviewed by La Vanguardia(Spanish newspaper) by Francesc Peiron regarding U.S. presidential election, Mitt Romney and Barack Obama, and the impact of religion and wealth.

October 25. 2012: Specialists Predict Possible Tie in Presidential Election by Keith McCord (KSL) ”Depending on how the electoral votes go in those states, there’s a possibility that there will be a tie –with Barak Obama and Mitt Romney each having 269 votes¦that’s where the 12th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution kicks in, said Tim Chambless, a professor at the Hinckley Institute of Politics. “Then, the new Congress, let me stress, the new House of Representatives and the new Senate meeting in January of 2013 would meet to choose the new president and new vice president.”

October 25, 2012: “Rising Republican star Mia Love in tight Utah race for House” by Jennifer Dobner – Reuters (Chicago Tribune) ”‘These polls have been very volatile,’ said Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, citing the challenges of polling a new district. ‘Part of it too is that Matheson is a very well known and popular in Utah, but there is also a lot of excitement for Mayor Love.’”

October 26, 2012: “\Hinckley Forum: Profs discuss hazards to democracy” by Anne Plummer (Dailty Utah Chronicle) ”Panelists Jim Curry, Samuel Handlin and Peri Schwartz-Shea discuss democracy at work at the Hinckley Institute of Politics on Thursday.”

October 25, 2012: “Hinckley Forum: Cooke lays out broad platform intentions” by DJ Summers (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”Doug Fabrizio from RadioWest interviews gubernatorial candidate Peter Cooke at a Hinckley Forum.”

October 23, 2012: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers and University of Utah student Kaitie Jowers were interviewed on KUTV 2regarding the last presidential debate.

October 23, 2012: Tim Chambless Academic Coordinator at the Hinckley Institute of Politics was interviewed by ABC 4 regarding the third presidential debate.

October 22, 2012: Mitt Romney Heard, Not Seen, in New Ad for Mia Love Dennis Romboy by (Deseret News) University of Utah political science professor Tim Chambless said it will be interesting to see how the Romney ad plays in the new, untested congressional district. He noted Romney dsn’t have 100 percent support in Utah, but also that the district is 62 percent Republican.”

October 22, 2012: Tim Chambless Academic Coordinator at the Hinckley Institute of Politics interviewed with Polish Radio Channel III. Polish journalist Martin Zakowski.

October 22, 2012: Tim Chambless Academic Coordinator at the Hinckley Institute of Politics interviewed with Swiss and Danish journalists Fabrice Boule and Mashu Poulsen, official election observers for OSCE/ODIHR.

October 22, 2012: Tim Chambless Academic Coordinator at the Hinckley Institute of Politics interviewed with British Consul-General (Los Angeles) Dame Barbara Hay regarding U.S. presidential election and Utah’s 4th Congressional District race.

October 22, 2012: Tim Chambless Academic Coordinator at the Hinckley Institute of Politics interviewed with the New York Times reporterRay Rivera aboutUtah’s 4th Congressional District race.

October 22, 2012: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers was interviewed on KSL by Dan Jessop regarding the recent Gallup poll on the presidential race.

October 22, 2012: “Robert Bennett: Message sent vs. message received: The impact this misinterpretation has on politics” by Robert Bennett (Deseret News) ”Every expert in human communications knows ;message sent; is not always the same as ‘message received.’ In illustration of this principle, I cite a cartoon where, in the panel labeled ‘What he said,’ a young man asks a young woman, ‘Will you marry me?’ In the adjoining panel, labeled ‘What she heard,’ she thinks, ‘I will never have to diet again.’ Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and a Fellow at George Washington University’s School of Media and Public Affairs.”

October 22, 2012: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers was interviewed on KCPW radio regarding the presidential foreign policy debate.

October 22, 2012: “Salafi Islamists may gain Political Control (Part II)” by John Price (International Policy Digest) ”In the Arab Spring dissidents involved in the uprisings used the U.S. and European allies for financial and military support, which led to regime change, but not to the democratic outcome that everyone had expected.” John Price former U.S. Ambassador is Resident Scholar at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics

October 20. 2012: “Put Off By ‘Too Many Mitts,’ ‘Salt Lake Tribune’ Endorses Obama” by Howard Berkes (Capital Public Radio) ”ButKirk Jowers, a long-time Romney adviser and director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, says the Tribune ’got it wrong.’ Jowers says he’s known Romney since 1994 and says the Republican nominee ‘is the same man with the same character and the same values, and he’s the same singular force who saved the Olympics.’”

October 20, 2012: “Salafi Islamists may gain Political Control” by John Price (International Policy Digest) ”The Arab Spring started with uprisings by dissidents in Tunisia, and spread across North Africa, and to the Arabian Peninsula.” John Price former U.S. Ambassador is Resident Scholar at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics

October 19, 2012: “Put Off By ‘Too Many Mitts,’ ‘Salt Lake Tribune’ Endorses Obama” by Howard Berkes (NPR) ”But Kirk Jowers, a long-time Romney adviser and director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, says theTribune ’got it wrong.’ Jowers says he’s known Romney since 1994 and says the Republican nominee ‘is the same man with the same character and the same values, and he’s the same singular force who saved the Olympics.’”

October 19, 2012: Presenters Unravel Rohingya Genocide” by Ainsley Cook (Daily Utah Chronicle) Dr. Tim Chambless, associate professor in the Department of Political Science, addresses attendees at the Voices for Rohingya: Stop the Genocide! lecture in the Union on Thursday night.

October 18, 2012: “The Myth of ‘Surgical Strikes’ on Iran” by David Isenberg (Time) ”The University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and Omid for Iran, a nonprofit organization based in Salt Lake CIty, Utah published the assessment. Author Semnani has provided support for the conferences and educational initiatives in the United States.

October 18, 2012: “The Myth of Surgical Strikes on Iran” (Paulo’s Corner) ”The University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and Omid for Iran, a nonprofit organization based in Salt Lake City, Utah, published the assessment.”

October 17, 2012: “Presidential audience” by Anna Drysdale (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”Senior Molly Wheeler finds humor in comments made by Republican presidential nominee Mitt Romney concerning energy efficiency during the presidential debate at the Hinckley Institute of Politics on Tuesday.”

October 17, 2012: Political Expert Examines Presidential Debate. by Noah Bond (ABC 4) ABC 4 turned to political expert University of Utah political science professor Tim Chambless who works at the Hinckley Institute of Politics to get his answer. He says Mr. Obama won. ‘On style, in terms of energy. In terms of assertiveness, I would much more tilt it towards to the President. This was a different Presidential than the one we saw in the first Presidential debate,˜ Chambless said.

October 17 2012: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers was interviewed by Richard Piatt on KLS regarding the presidential debate.

October 17, 2012: “Political expert examines presidential debate” by Noah Bond (ABC 4) ”ABC 4 tuned to political expert University of Utah political science professor Tim Chambless who works at the Hinckley Institute of Politics to get his answer. He says Mr. Obama won, ‘On style in terms of energy. In terms of assertiveness I would much more tilt it towards the President. This was a different President than the one we saw in the first Presidential debate, Chambless said.”

October 16, 2012: “Too much style, not enough substance in presidential debate, students say” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret News) ”The second presidential debate Tuesday focused too much on style for many of the students watching at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

October 16, 2012: Are You Tired Of Political Ads? You Are Not Alone. by Cristina Flores (KUTV) In some places like Las Vegas, where presidential candidates are competing hard for voters, viewers are bombarded with 10,000 television ads a week, according to Tim Chambless of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.

October 16, 2012: “Hatch: Energy resources would boost schools” by Blake Belden (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”Hill Airforce Base and energy were hot topics for Sen. Orrin Hatch when he spoke at the Hinckley Institute of Politics on Monday.”

October 16, 2012: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers appeared live, via remote hook-up from the Hinckley Caucus Room, on KSL Channel 5′s Evening News, to discuss the upcoming presidential debate.

October 15, 2012: “Robert Bennett: Candidates should debate how to fix Social Security, Medicare” by Robert Bennett (Deseret News)“The sparring over Social Security and Medicare between Vice President J Biden and Rep. Paul Ryan during their debate last week was like a conversation between two women at year end. Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and a Fellow at George Washington University’s School of Media and Public Affairs.”

October 15, 2012: “Matheson pushes for ed funding” by Anna Drysdale (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”Matheson was interviewed Wednesday by Doug Fabrizio of RadioWest at the Hinckley Institute of Politics as part of the Meet the Candidates series. He addressed a wide array of issues, from taxes to funding for public television to health care, but spent a great deal of time answering education questions.”

October 15, 2012: “County mayoral candidates to speak on diversity” (Salt Lake Tribune) ”The county’s Council on Diversity Affairs is sponsoring the forum along with the Hinckley Institute of Politics, Inclusion Center, League of Women Voters of Salt Lake City, Salt Lake City Mayor’s Office of Diversity and Human Rights, Utah Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, Utah Multicultural Affairs, YWCA and Vietnamese Community of Utah.”

October 15, 2012: “Town hall format ‘wild card’ in second Mitt Romney/President Obama debate” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret News) ”A moment like that from Romney, while unexpected, could be the final blow to Obama’s re-election, suggested Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and a longtime Romney backer.”

October 12, 2012: “Is straight-party ticket voting good for democracy?” by John Daley (Deseret News) ”In general there’s a feeling that straight ticket voting is not good for Democracy, said Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah. ‘You don’t get to really look at other people running,’ he said. ‘You just kind of walk in, punch it, and walk out without a lot of consideration, and it just dsn’t quite give the candidates their due.’

October 12, 2012: “Pres. Obama, Romney face challenge after VP debate” by Richard Piatt (KSL) ”‘Biden punched Ryan in the mouth a few times’” said Kirk Jowers with the Hinckley Institute of Politics. ‘Ryan, on the other hand, was very competent and very smart.’”

October 12, 2012: “Benghazi Attack: AQIM Terrorists had their roots in Mali” by John Price (International Policy Digetst) ”On July 5, 2012 the UN Security Council passed Resolution 2056, to deal with the instability in northern Mali. Tuareg fighters returning from Libya brought with them a large cache of arms.” John Price former U.S. Ambassador is Resident Scholar at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics

October 10, 2012: “The Arab Awakening and Change in the Middle East” (KERA) ”How is the Arab Awakening changing the geopolitical dynamic in the Middle East and what might the future hold for Syria, Iran, and their neighbors? We’ll spend this hour with Roxane Farmanfarmaian, Affiliated Lecturer in International Relations of the Middle East and North Africa at the University of Cambridge and Middle East Fellow at the Hinckley Institute of Politics at University of Utah.”

October 10, 2012: “Let Romney be Romney” by Rick Moran (American Thinker) ”‘Second only to his mother, Tagg is probably the most trusted individual in Mitt’s life on political matters,’ said Kirk Jowers, a longtime friend of Mitt Romney’s, and director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. ‘Tagg really devoted himself in 2007 and ’8, and has stayed engaged all the way through until now.’”

October 10, 2012: “Romney Son, Tagg, Takes Charge” by McKay Coppins (Buzzfeed.com) ”‘Second only to his mother, Tagg is probably the most trusted individual in Mitt’s life on political matters,’ said Kirk Jowers, a longtime friend of Mitt Romney’s, and director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. “Tagg really devoted himself in 2007 and ’8, and has stayed engaged all the way through until now.’”

October 10, 2012: “Voting A Patriotic Duty” by STAN ROSENZWEIG (City Weekley) “Kirk Jowers brings excellent news in his Oct. 4 letter [Outcome Not a Forgone Conclusion, City Weekly]. He cites a recent U of U survey showing that most students plan to vote. He gs on to encourage more Utahns to vote, because the results are not certain and every vote could sway the results. But there is another reason to vote: citizenship.”

October 10, 2012: “The Arab Awakening and Change in the Middle East” (Kera.org) ”How is the Arab Awakening changing the geopolitical dynamic in the Middle East and what might the future hold for Syria, Iran, and their neighbors? We’ll spend this hour with Roxane Farmanfarmaian, Affiliated Lecturer in International Relations of the Middle East and North Africa at the University of Cambridge and Middle East Fellow at the Hinckley Institute of Politics at University of Utah. She’s in town to speak to the World Affairs Council of Dallas Fort Worth.”

October 9, 2012: “Romney’s family open new campaign to ‘Let Mitt Be Mitt’” by John Daley (KSL) ”Romney supporter, Kirk Jowers also feels that the new campaign is a good move for Romney. ‘Ultimately, the candidate has to be him or herself,’ he said. ‘I think in the debate people saw that with Mitt and if he keeps that up, according to the polls, he should do very well.’” Story also published on Deseret News.

October 8, 2012: “Robert Bennett: Debate gave Romney a boost he needs” by Robert Bennett (Deseret News) ”Last Thursday morning, Republicans filled the airwaves and Internet with blogs, phone calls, emails and tweets that shared their joy over Mitt Romney’s dominating performance in the presidential debate the night before. Democrats, on the other hand, were spinning and making excuses, the most bizarre of which came from Al Gore, who said that Obama lost because he had not been in Denver long enough to become acclimated to its high altitude. Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and a Fellow at George Washington University’s School of Media and Public Affairs.”

October 8, 2012: “Consider the human costs of using the ‘military option” on Iran’s nuclear facilites) by Jasmin Ramsey (www.lobelog.com) ”‘The Ayatollah’s Nuclear Gamble’ is sponsored by Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics(http://www.hinckley.utah.edu/) and was authored by Khosrow B. Semnani (http://www.mec.utah.edu/?pageld4882), an Iranian-American engineer by training and philanthropost.”

October 8, 2012: “Radioactive fallout is likely if Iran hit, study says” by Howard Altman (Tampa Bay Online) ”According to a recent study by The University of Utah’s Hinckley School of Politics and Omid for Iran, exactly that. Fallout. Amont other consequences, enough radioactive fallout to kill about as many people perished in Nagasaki.”

October 8, 2012: “Vice presidential debate: Romney team tries to build on momentum” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret News) ”Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and a longtime Romney supporter, said the best the GOP ticket can hope for is to sustain the bump in the polls from the presidential debate. ‘At this point, all eyes are really on the top of the ticket. There’s no way the vice president can be as positive for the ticket as the president,’ he said. ‘Of course, the downside is always huge for either ticket.’

October 6, 2012: “Ansar al-Sharia: A New Salafi Jihadist Movement” by Ambassador John Price (Diplomatic Courier) ”If the world feared Osama bin Laden and his al-Qaeda network, wait until we see the outfall of the Arab Spring, which unleashed suppressed Salafist and Wahhabist imams in North Africa. Today their followers are attempting to take control of North Africa and the Arabian Peninsula, in their quest to create a caliphate under their brutal version of Sharia Islamic law. John Price former U.S. Ambassador is Resident Scholar at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics

October 5, 2012: “Time investigates Romney’s faith as election advantage” by Aaron Vaughn (Fox 13) ”Romney supporter Kirk Jowers, who is also with the Hinckley Institute of Politics, said, ‘that’s probably fair. His book is called ˜No Apology: The Case for American Greatness’. I think he certainly sees America if not ˜the’ great country, a great country that has great responsibility to lift the entire world in how it proclaims liberty and freedom abroad.’

October 5, 2012: “Hinckley Forum: Foreign Service” by Alexandra Burton (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”It is important for students interested in foreign service careers to get an early start, since the application process is rigorous, said Nelson Warr, staff assistant at the Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

October 5, 2012: “Why Do Candidates Have The Same Tag At The End Of Political Commercials?” (KUTV) ”While the phrase is a clear motif in American politics, Kirk Jowers with the Hinkley Institute of Politics says it’s only been around for 10 years.”

October 5, 2012: “LGBT community unveiling ˜borders’” Anne Plummer (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”Members of the LGBT community and gender-study students heard from a panel about immigration and sexuality issues at the Hinckley Institute of Politics on Thursday.”

October 4, 2012: “Political expert examines Presidential Debate” by Noah Bond (ABC 4) ” The Hinckley Institute of Politics and theUniversity of Utah associate director Tim Chambless graded President Obama and Gov. Mitt Romney during their first presidential debate.”

October 4, 2012: “Attack On Iranian Nuclear Program Could Lead To Up To 70,000 Civilian Casualties” by Doug Mataconis (Outside the Beltway) ” Experts believe the Isfahan uranium-conversion facility ” which contains an estimated 371 metric tons of uranium hexafluoride ” is one of the four Iranian sites likely to be targeted if Israel or the United States were to decide to take military action in an effort to delay or cripple Iran’s nuclear program. The University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and the NGO Omid for Iran teamed up to produce a study that concludes that a military strike on the facility could have tragic consequences for Maryam and thousands of other residents of her centrally located city, which has a population of 2 million.”

October 4, 2012: “Pres. debate evokes student response” by Topher Webb (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”Multiple locations were available across campus for students to watch the presidential debate between President Barack Obama and Republican nominee Mitt Romney Wednesday. Some watched at large, organized events and others in unorganized small groups. The Hinckley Institute of Politics hosted a screening of the debate in the Hinckley Caucus Room that filled to capacity.”

October 4, 2012: “U of U students react to presidential debate” by Cristina Rendon (ABC 4) ”Dozens of students gathered at the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah to watch the screening of the presidential debate Wednesday. The viewing was held in the Caucus Room and in the lobby of the Hinckley building to accommodate an overflow of students.”

October 3, 2012: “Outcome Not A Forgone Conclusion” by Kirk Jowers (City Weekly) ”At the Hinckley Institute of Politics, we’re observing the exact opposite response. In fact, the results of our University of Utah straw poll conducted last week with a sample of 1,510 freshmen, sophomore, juniors, seniors and graduate students is cause for great optimism”particularly considering 18- to 25-year-olds are traditionally one of the lowest-voting demographics.”

October 3, 2012: “U students grade the big debate” by Aaron Vaughn and Max Roth (Fox 13) ”The University of Utah turned the first presidential debate into a combination pizza party/symposium in the Hinckley Institute of Politics caucus room. The crowd was overflowing, with seats set up in the lobby of Orson Spencer Hall in front of a second large-screen television.”

Octobetr 3, 2012: “Utah students weigh in on a debate filled with substance” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret News) ”‘I was extremely surprised “ and pleasantly surprised “ at how Mitt Romney did,’ Smith said following a debate watching party at the university’s Hinckley Institute of Politics that attracted some 175 students.”

October 2, 2012: “Study: Thousands Would Die in an Attack on Iran’s Nuclear Sites” by Golnaz Esfandiari (The Atlantic) ”Now a new report is trying to answer that question. Experts believe the Isfahan uranium-conversion facility — which contains an estimated 371 metric tons of uranium hexafluoride — is one of the four Iranian sites likely to be targeted if Israel or the United States were to decide to take military action in an effort to delay or cripple Iran’s nuclear program. The University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and the NGO Omid for Iran teamed up to produce a study that concludes that a military strike on the facility could have tragic consequences for Maryam and thousands of other residents of her centrally located city, which has a population of 2 million.”

October 2, 2012: “Study: Thousands Would Die In Attack On Iran’s Nuclear Facilities” by Ben Armbruster (Think Progress) ”The University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and the NGO Omid for Iran has concluded in a new report that bombing Iran’s nuclear facilities in an attempt to delay its nuclear progress would kill thousands of Iranians and severely injure tens or perhaps hundreds of thousands more.”

October 1, 2012: “Robert Bennett: Is the presidential election over?” by Robert Bennett (Deseret News) ”This week’s conventional wisdom is that the presidential campaign is over. “Mitt Romney is in a death spiral, caused by his own ineptness, and Barack Obama is beginning to coast. The proof is in the polls.”

October 1, 2012: “Ten Days of Briefs on the Top Issues” (Utah Foundation) ”Tune in to KUER public radio (FM 90.1) starting on Monday, October 1st! We’re creating a 10-day series on the top 10 issues for this election year from our Utah Priorities Survey. The spots will air during their morning local news breaks at 7:33 and 8:33 a.m. Utah Foundation is also co-sponsoring a series of hour-long candidate forums produced by KUER’s RadioWest talk show talk show and the Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

October 1, 2012: “U.S., China still strong in competition” by Lesedi Botite (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”The United States and China, two worldwide powerhouses, each have their own leadership strengths and weaknesses in the economic, military and political sense, said a speaker at the Hinckley Institute of Politics on Friday.”

October 1, 2012: ” Utah Foundation Launches 10-Day Series of Policy Briefs of Voters’ Top Issues” (Utah Policy) “Each gubernatorial election year since 2004, Utah Foundation organizes the Utah Priorities Project in partnership with the Hinckley Institute of Politics to identify what voters view as the top ten issues for the election year.”

September 29, 2012: “Scruggs: Civility and political compromise” by H.E. “Bud” Scruggs (Salt Lake Tribune) ”With this in mind, I was drawn to a story in The Tribune last week, which reported on a lecture by Norman Ornstein and Thomas Mann at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. According to the article, the speakers presented a thesis from their new book advocating moderation in politics and railing against extremism.”

September 28, 2012 “Military Strike to Have ‘Devestating’ Impact on Democracy in Iran” (Eurasia Review) ”A military strike against Iran’s nuclear facilities would have a devastating effect on those who dream of democracy in Iran, says a new study titled The Ayatollah’s Nuclear Gamble by Khosrow B. Semnani, published by the Hinckley Institute of Politics, University of Utah and Omid for Iran.”

September 28, 2012 “German Politics discussed at forum” by Blake Belden (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”The conflict in Syria was at the forefront of a forum held at the Hinckley Institute of Politics on Thursday. Peter Ammon, the ambassador from Germany to the United States, said the conflict is a religious war, which historically are hard to bring to an end.”

September 27, 2012: “Obama up, Romney down in polls ” ds it matter?” by Josh Furlong (KSL) ”‘The thing you look for in polls are trends, and then you try to figure out what those trends mean,’ said Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics. ‘Some of the polls that talk about whether the country is on the right track or wrong track, whether they believe the economy is getting better, with those type of right track questions, it sometimes gets to the heart of what people feel without them trying to protect or harm their candidate of choice.’”

September 27, 2012: “What 371 metric tons of uranium hexafluoride could mean to Iranians” by Gordon Lubold (Foreign Policy)“Semnani is not well known in Washington. But we’re told by an independent expert on Iran that Semnani, a scientist, went to “considerable lengths” to make his model as realistic as the available data allows. He funded his own research but the report was published by the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and Semnani’s Omid for Iran.”

September 27, 2012: “How Many Civilians Would Be Killed in an Attack on Iran’s Nuclear Sites?” by Azadeh Moaveni (Time World)“Beyond those initially killed in a potential strike, the Iranian government’s lack of readiness for handling wide-scale radiation exposure could exponentially raise the death toll, Semnani says. His study, published by the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and the nongovernmental organization Omid for Iran, outlines Iran’s poor record of emergency response and notes that its civilian casualties from natural disasters like earthquakes have been far greater than those suffered during similar disasters in better prepared countries like Turkey.”

September 26, 2012: “Howell: students crucial to future community” by Anna Drysdale (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”Politicians often speak about reaching across the aisle to get things done in Washington. Scott Howell, a Democrat who is challenging incumbent Republican Sen. Orrin Hatch for his long-held seat, spoke at the Hinckley Institute of Politics on Tuesday to convince students he is the man for the job.”

September 25, 2012: “Majority of U students voting blue” by Emily Andrews (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”Nelson Warr, a senior in political science and economics and a student administrator at the Hinckley Institute of Politics, said he was surprised to find that Gov. Gary Herbert, a Republican, overtook Democratic candidate Peter Cooke by 7‰percent.”

September 25, 2012: “Howell to emphasize higher ed importance” by Carolyn Webber (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”To help students keep track of political hopefuls in the various races, the Hinckley Institute of Politics is bringing local candidates to campus.”

September 24, 2012: “Robert Bennett: President is not omnipotent, honesty needed in campaign” by Robert Bennett (Deseret News) ”As the campaign enters its most frenetic period, when millions of dollars will be spent and millions of words will be spoken, we should remember this fundamental truth: as important and powerful as the president is, he is not a comic book superhero who personally determines the fate of the nation at every level.”

September 22, 2012: “Romney has several Utah power players in key spots” by Thomas Burr (Salt Lake Tribune) Josh Romney has hinted before at a possible political run of his own and was considering running in Utah’s gubernatorial race two years ago as the running mate toKirk Jowers, the head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and a longtime friend of Mitt Romney. The bid never happened, but Josh Romney hasn’t ruled out putting his name on a future ballot.

September 20, 2012: “Center matches students with fitting leadership opportunities” by Topher Webb (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”On Wednesday, directors from the Bennion Community Service Center and the Hinckley Institute of Politics let students know how to get involved in the community and the government at a Hinckley Forum.”

September 20, 2012: “Utah’s youth could use more sex education, not less” Kyler Bowers (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”Last week, members of the Utah PTA on campus at the Hinckley Institute of Politics described the uphill battle to keep comprehensive sex education in the state. Powerful interest groups, including the far-right, socially conservative Eagle Forum, lobbied the Legislature heavily to pass the anti-sex education bill.”

September 20, 2012: “Students should pursue degrees with skill sets” by Matt Stern (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”With a strong emphasis placed on internships and hands-on experience, offices such as the Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program and the Hinckley Institute of Politics allow students to pursue their passions, while building skill sets that will allow them to succeed after they graduate.”

September 17, 2012: “Ambassador explains roles, economic triangle in Peru” by Topher Webb (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”Harold Forsyth, Peru’s ambassador to the United States, told students about the relationship between the two countries in matters of security and the economy at the Hinckley Institute of Politics on Friday.”

September 17, 2012: “Romney in Utah Tuesday for big fundraisers” by Richard Piatt (KSL) ”Longtime Romney confidant Kirk Jowers with the Hinckley Institute of Politics predicts a lot of support for the Republican presidential candidate. University of Utah senior Nelson Warr plans to volunteer at Tuesday’s event. Because of that, Warr says, Utah voters understand the quest for money and a tight schedule. ‘Because of where we are, because of the kind of state we live in, we’re not a battleground,’ said Warr. ‘But that’s OK. We still believe in the message, we can still help out in other ways.’”

September 17, 2012: “Mitt Romney to dash for cash in Utah amid swing states stops, debate prep” by Dennis Romboy (Deseret News)“Utahns are energized about (Romney) because they know him to some extent. Whether they’ve met him personally, they know what he did for our Olympics. They feel a kinship toward him.’ Jowers called Utah ‘reliably supportive’ of Romney, noting many contributors had never given to a political campaign before.’

September 17, 2012: “Robert Bennett: Lessons learned from embassy attack” by Robert Benneett (Deseret News) ”One lesson that both campaigns can take from last week’s 9/11 attacks in Libya, where the U. S. Ambassador was killed, and Egypt, where the U. S. Embassy was stormed, is, ‘Wait for the facts before speaking out.’”

September 17, 2012: “Documentary asks ‘so what?’ about Mitt’s Mormonism” by Joseph Walker (Deseret News) ”But it ds, said Kirk Jower, director of the Hinckley Institute, who participated in the panel discussion. ‘You can’t stop people from having their own belief about who represents them the best,’ Jowers said. ‘When they walk into the voting booth, they are going to decide who to vote for, and if that decision is based on religious preference, there’s nothing that can stop them from doing that. But that’s a different thing than an official religious test constitutionally.’

September 14, 2012: “Romney schedules first stop in Utah since nomination” by Aaron Vaughn (Fox 13) ”Longtime Romney supporter and Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, Kirk Jowers says Utah is good to Romney. ‘Utah knows Romney, and so we have always been very solidly behind him. There are some states that are trying to get to know him and so you see him go up and you see him go down. That will probably continue until at least that first debate when more of the country will finally make up their mind. They know what they think about Obama and they’re still trying to figure out what they think about Romney, Jowers said.

September 12, 2012: “Utah lacking strong political role models” by Matt Stern (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”This illustration came in the form of a speech at the Hinckley Institute of Politics. The speech made it clear that even Utah’s most successful democrat was having a real problem connecting with and inspiring his audience.”

September 12, 2012: “Election Profile: Donna McAleer” by Eric Peterson (City Weekly) ”After participating in an event by the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and the YWCA’s Utah’s Real Women Run event in 2012, McAleer wrote a blog for the group, urging women to fill the seats of power if they really wanted to change their worlds. McAleer ended the blog by sounding a note that now is the time for women to run.”

September 2012: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers was interviewed by Poltic regarding the Republican National Convention.

September 12, 2012: Thomas E. Mann and Norman Ornsterin 2012 Hinckley Institute of Politics Fellows were interviewed on KCPW.

September 12, 2012: “Where Are The Voters?” by Katharine Biele (City Weekly) ”As November nears, you can only wonder why no one in the state is really interested in voting. But maybe it’s not such a mystery. Even Hinckley Institute of Politics director Kirk Jowers says voters just think the outcome is a forgone conclusion, so why vote?”

September 12, 2012: “Mitt Romney criticized for response to attack on Libya” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret News) ”Ornstein and Mann spoke Wednesday at a forum sponsored by the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics about their book, which blames Republicans for the current dysfunction in Washington, D.C.”

Septem ber 12, 2012: “Authors: Politics of no compromise threatens country” by David Montero (Satl Lake Tribune) ”For about five minutes Wednesday, Norman Ornstein did a little stand-up comedy before a crowd of around 250 at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. That’s because the remaining 55 minutes of the lecture was a sobering riff on his and Thomas Mann’s politically apocalyptic-titled book, “It’s Even Worse Than It Looks: How the American Constitutional System Collided with the New Politics of Extremism.”

September 12, 2012: Thomas E. Mann and Norman Ornsterin 2012 Hinckley Institute of Politics Fellows were interviewed by Doug Wright, KSL.

September 11, 2012: Thomas E. Mann and Norman Ornsterin 2012 Hinckley Institute of Politics Fellows were interviewed in RadioWest with Doug Fabrizio.

September 10, 2012: “Opinion: Conventions brought respite from brutal campaigns” by Kirk Jowers (KSL) ”The national conventions have been a needed respite from an otherwise wrenching presidential campaign. We have finally been treated to the two sides’ love for America and enumerated qualifications to lead it, rather than their hateful vitriol of the opposing candidate and party.”

September 10, 2012: “State of the Race: Polls tighten as presidential debates loom” by John Daley (KSL) ”Now, the focus turns to a series of presidential debates ” the first in just one month. ‘It looks like the first one will be the ball game, because that’s the one where I think people will finally solidify their thoughts on these two men,’ said Kirk Jowers of the Hinckley Institute of Politics.’”

September 10, 2012: “It’s Even Worse Than It Looks” by Doug Fabrizio (NPR) ”Mann and Ornstein are in Utah as guests of The Hinckley Institute of Politics and the Marriott Library at the University of Utah. This Wednesday at 12:15 p.m., they’ll give a lecture at the library’s Gould Auditorium (Map). It’s part of the international September Project. For more information click here.”

September 10, 2012: “Sex ed debate becomes lesson for future Utah leaders” by Lisa Schencker (Salt Lake Tribune) ”Tim Chambless, aHinckley Institute associate professor, said he intended the forum to give his students an actual political scenario to think about. ‘Where possible, I want to give my students a real-life case study rather than a hypothetical,’ Chambless said. ‘I want my students to think critically with the hope that they’ll then problem solve.’”

September 10, 2012: “Nevada email prompts Mormon church to reaffirm neutrality stand” by Thomas Burr (Salt Lake Tribune) ”Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and a Romney adviser, says both the LDS Church and the Romney campaign have been careful not to cross any lines.”

September 4, 2012: “Hinckley straw poll brief” by Emily Andrews (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”The Hinckley Institute of Politics is gearing up for the presidential election season with a straw poll, designed to give students a chance to participate in a mock election before the real thing rolls around in November.”

September 2, 2012: “Democratic congressman Matheson to avoid partisan politics of convention, will stay in Utah” (The Associated Press)“Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, said Matheson has spent much of his political career building an image of a politician who isn’t beholden to his party. ‘Some people take issue whether that’s true when it counts, but it’s a big part of his image,’ Jowers said, noting that if Matheson did attend, and speak, he’d have to keep an even, restrained tone and resist the partisan politics that are typical of conventions.”

September 2, 2012: “Scott Howell criticizes Orrin Hatch on education” by Dennis Romboy (KSL) ”‘Education is not Democrat versus Republican,’ he said Wednesday Aug. 29 at a news conference at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. ‘It’s about doing the right things for the right reason for our kids.’”

August 31, 2012: “Mayor Love not catering to students” by Anna Drysdale (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”Rep. Jim Matheson, a Democrat who represents Utah’s second district and will oppose Love in the new district this November, commented on Love’s stance at a forum at theHinckley Institute of Politics on Thursday.”

August 31, 2012: Political expert examines Romney’s RNC speech” by Noah Bond (ABC 4) ”ABC 4 spoke with Tim Chambless who works in the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah to break apart Gov. Mitt Romney’s verbal language as he accepted the Republican nomination for President of the United States.”

August 31, 2012: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers was interviewed on KSL News Radio regarding the use of social media in the presidential campaigns.

August 31, 2012: “Matheson keeps focus local, won’t attend Democratic convention” by Paul Nelson (KSL) ”Political analysts say Matheson isn’t really missing anything by avoiding the conventions. In fact, attending one could actually hurt him. Hinckley Institute of Politics Director Kirk Jowers said Matheson has spent a lot of time creating an image of not being beholden to his party. ‘Some people take issue whether that’s true, when it counts, but, it’s a big part of his image,’ Jowers said.”

August 30, 2012: “Hinckley: Lobbying the Utah Legislature” by Topher Webb (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”Two lobbyists discussed common misconceptions about campaigning, such as state legislators’ texting habits, on Wednesday at the Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

August 30, 2012: “Romney’s road to the GOP nomination began when his father lost his own White House bid” by Thomas Burr – Salt Lake Tribune (Independentmail.com) “Kirk Jowers, a Romney friend and supporter and head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, says Romney followed a path similar to his father’s but with the added bonus of not having to blaze it. ‘He saw his father’s success in politics and public service, so he saw how much could be accomplished,’ Jowers says. ‘I’m sure he absorbed a lot of lessons from his parents’ losses, but there have been so many successes as well that he certainly had a balanced view.’”

August 30, 2012: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers was interviewed by several local, national, and international radio and television stations while attending the 2012 Republican National Convention in Tampa, Florida.

August 29, 2012: “Defeat, Introspection, Reinvention, Nomination” by Michael Barbaro (New York Times) ”Mr. Romney’s book, ‘No Apology,’ published in March 2010, was a forceful conservative manifesto: an argument for preserving America’s military supremacy, free-market economic edge and energy independence. ‘He wanted his vision for American to be pretty black and white, which was probably inspired by people calling him a flip-flopper,’ said Kirk Jowers, a family friend.”

August 29, 2012: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers was interviewed by several local, national, and international radio and television stations while attending the 2012 Republican National Convention in Tampa, Florida.

August 28, 2012: “The Red Kool-Aid Stand: Delegates Bear Testimonies In Tampa” by Mike Winder (City Weekly) ”The only complaint at the service project was by us Ute fans who were bothered that Sean Reyes led the singing of the BYU fight song during the event (I know at least Kirk Jowers and I would have rather heard ‘Utah Man’).”

August 28, 2012: “Die schrecklich nette Familie Romney” by Sabine Muscat (Financial Times Deutschland) ”Was Familienwerte angeht, haben die Mormonen, die frÃ¼h heiraten und groÃŸe Familien haben, Amerikas Konservativen viel zu bieten. Romney sei “altmodisch” und ein anstÃ¤ndiger Mann, lobt Kirk Jowers, Delegierter aus Utah, der den Kandidaten durch die mormonische Gemeinde kennt. Er glaubt, dass die Ã–ffentlichkeit dem oft als Kult abgelehnten Mormonentum heute offener gegenÃ¼berstehe als 2008.”

August 28, 2012: “Rep. Chaffetz speech gets big cheer at RNC ” from Utahns” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret News) ”Utah delegate Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, said it’s not likely the speech by Chaffetz had much impact outside the state.’It’s certainly a big honor for him to have been chosen, so the recognition absolutely registers’ in Utah, Jowers said, noting most convention speeches carry far more downside than upside.”

August 28, 2012: “Mike Winder’s Convention Diary – ‘Mo-mentum and Mitt-mentum’” by Mike Winder (Utah Policy.com) ”The only complaint at the service project was by us Ute fans who were bothered that Sean Reyes led the singing of the BYU fight song during the event (I know at least Kirk Jowers and I would have rather heard ‘Utah Man’).”

August 28, 2012: “Mia Love speech at Republican National Convention ‘pitch perfect’ on national stage” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret News) ”Utah delegate Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, said a lot of people know who Love is after her speech. ‘I hope her website is ready to get a lot of donations. They’ll probably be coming in fast and furious,’ Jowers said, adding that she understands there’s still a lot of work ahead.”

August 28, 2012: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers was interviewed by several local, national, and international radio and television stations while attending the 2012 Republican National Convention in Tampa, Florida.

August 27, 2012: “For Utahns, Romney is a good candidate and good friend” by Thomas Burr (Salt Lake Tribune) ”Beyond some friends Romney has in Utah’s convention group, there’re also some with closer ties: Rep. Jason Chaffetz has served as a surrogate for Romney across the country; Kirk Jowers, the head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, worked as a lawyer for a pro-Romney political action committee; and Taylor Leavitt is the son of ex-Utah Gov. Mike Leavitt who is now heading up Romney’s transition team should he win the White House.”

August 27, 2012: “GOP Hopes House Hopeful Will ‘Change Impressions’” by Terry Gildea (NPR) ”Kirk Jowers, executive director of theHinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, says the national GOP spotlight on Love is an attempt by the party to shed its white male image. ‘Certainly the African-American vote is going the wrong way for them, [and] the Hispanic vote has been going the wrong way for Republicans,’ Jowers says. ‘So where they can find people like Mayor Love, individuals who don’t fit a stereotype that Republicans don’t want applied to them, I think they are going to make extra efforts to bring them into the fold.’”

August 26, 2012: “GOP Hopes House Hopeful Will ‘Change Impressions’” by Terry Gildea (NPR) ”Kirk Jowers, executive director of theHinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, says the national GOP spotlight on Love is an attempt by the party to shed its white male image. ‘Certainly the African-American vote is going the wrong way for them, [and] the Hispanic vote has been going the wrong way for Republicans,’ Jowers says. ‘So where they can find people like Mayor Love, individuals who don’t fit a stereotype that Republicans don’t want applied to them, I think they are going to make extra efforts to bring them into the fold.’”

August 26, 2012: “Utah GOP benefits from Romney ties at convention” by Lisa Riley Roche (KSL) ”Utah Delegate and Hinckley Institute of Politics director Kirk Jowers says that this is an especially crucial time for Romney to win supporters, as he looks to topple President Barack Obama.With the stage set for Romney at the convention ” though he won’t arrive until mid-week ” the build-up surrounding his Thursday night acceptance speech has already started. ‘Everyone knows and has an opinion on Obama at this point,’ Jowers said. ‘So the variable is Romney. It’s growing, but this is really the time when they decide, ‘do we love him? Is he competent?’ and if the convention gs well, all those answers should be there.’”

August 26, 2012: “Mia Love, Jason Chaffetz in the GOP convention spotlight” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret News) “Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and a GOP delegate to the convention, said Love is the one to watch since Chaffetz is an established name in the party. ‘This is just a chance to kind of solidify his status. For Mia, she is all potential in most people’s eyes,’ Jowers said. ’If this were the NBA, Jason is an established star in the league. And Mia is potentially a first-round draft pick and that’s always more exciting.’

August 26, 2012: “Aug. 26: GOP convention, criminal justice, and Utah’s highways” by Richard Piatt (KSL) ”For what to expect this week, Sunday Edition has Lisa Riley Roche, political reporter for the Deseret News, Bob Bernick, political reporter for Utah Policy, andKirk Jowers from the Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

August 24, 2012: “Romney gets Utah support at RNC convention” by Aaron Vaughn (Fox 13) ”‘He’s absolutely critical. Romney trusts his hunch his instincts his wisdom,’ said University of Utah Hinkley Institute spokesman Kirk Jowers.”

August 23, 2012: “Ferret in the Dishwasher: Mitt Romney Non-Insult of the Tea Party” by David Weigel (Slate) ”Today, Grunwald’s mothership magazine runs an excerpt from the book that gets into the GOP base’s rejection of the program, and of Republicans who voted for TARP. The star is Sen. Bob Bennett [Resident Scholar at the Hinckley Institute of Poltiics], who lost at the 2010 nominating convention even after getting Mitt Romney to campaign for him.

August 23, 2012: “Speakers give U interactive experience with politics:” by Carolyn Webber (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”The U’s Hinckley Institute of Politics will soon open its doors for the year to a broad spectrum of leaders, including congressmen, ambassadors, authors and scholars from around the world. The institute has a storied history of hosting well-known speakers, with past guests including former President Bill Clinton, former Gov. Mitt Romney, Sen. John McCain and numerous foreign ambassadors. September will bring more presenters to campus to discuss current issues with students.”

August 22, 2012: “CBO report predicts another economic recession on the way” by Richard Piatt (KSL) ”The CBO report is coming at a key time in the political campaign season. Even if easing into higher taxes may be responsible and more palatable than the cliff, theHinckley Institute’s Kirk Jowers says it’s a ‘no-no’ subject. ‘This is the worst possible time to have these types of potential consequences looming,’ said Jowers, ‘because no one from either party has any interest in solving any problems. It’s all about November, and then they’ll solve the problem.’”

August 22, 2012: “Rep. Jason Chaffetz gets speaking slot at GOP convention” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret News) ”Rep. Jason Chaffetz, R-Utah, at the Hinckley Institute of Politics in Salt Lake City on Aug. 22, 2011. Chaffetz is set to speak Monday at the Republican National Convention.”

August 22, 2012: “Board combats political apathy” by Emily Andrews (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”To combat this apathy, Sadler is organizing a series of forums set to run in October with the Hinckley Institute of Politics. The forums will feature local candidates such as Gov. Gary Herbert, Democratic gubernatorial candidate Peter Cooke, Republican congressional candidate Mia Love, Sen. Scott Matheson, Sen. Orrin Hatch and Democratic Senate candidate Scott Howell.”

August 22, 2012: ” Primetime speakers include Gov. Susana Martinez, Utah’s Mia Love” by Paul Foy – Associated Press (Voxxi.com)“Love’s speaking engagement is ‘a big deal’ that shows the party is behind her, said Kirk Jowers of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. Jowers likened Love’s potential opportunity to President Barack Obama’s breakthrough Democratic convention speech in 2004.”

August 21, 2012: “Mia Love gets prime speaking slot at GOP convention; U.S. Chamber of Commerce endorses Rep. Jim Matheson” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret News) “Kirk Jowers, president of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, said this is an honor for Love. ‘It’s a big deal and shows that the party is really behind her,’ he said.”

August 21, 2012: Kirk Jowers, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics was interviewed by the Norwegian Daily Dagsavisen re: mormonism and politics.

August 21, 2012: “Mia Love to speak at GOP national convention” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret News) ”Kirk Jowers, president of theHinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, said this is an honor for Love. ‘It’s a big deal and shows that the party is really behind her,’ he said.”

August 21, 2012: Kirk Jowers, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics was interviewed by France 5 TB regarding the US presidential campaign.

August 21, 2012: Kirk Jowers, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics was interviewed on KSL re: the sudden surge of Medicare talk on the campaign trail.

August 21, 2012: “Utah’s Mia Love to speak at Republican convention” (Associated Press) ”Kirk Jowers of the University of Utah’sHinckley Institute of Politics called the speaking engagement “a big deal” and says it shows the party is behind her.”

August 21, 2012: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers was interviewed live on KSL News Radio’s Morning News with Grant and Amanda regarding the upcoming the Medicare debate.

August 20, 2012: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers was interviewed on KSL News Radio regarding the lack of military service by the presidential and vice-presidential candidates.

August 20, 2012: “Get relevant experience and volunteer with a local political campaign” by Arielle Newman (Daily Utah Chronicle) “As a U student, you can get the added benefit of receiving internship credit for working on political campaigns. The Hinckley Institute of Politics, located in OSH, has an amazing internship program. The institute can help set you up with internships on campaigns so you can attain college credit for your volunteer hours.”

August 20, 2012: “Utah Honors grad from Mexico achieves dream of education” by Brian Maffly (Salt Lake Tribune) ” Eduardo Reyes-Chavez was 11 when a ’coyote’ spirited him across the U.S. border to start a new life with his mom in Salt Lake City. At the time, he knew three words of English. In college, his excellent grades opened many doors for internships [with the Hinckley Institute of Politics], but his illegal status prevented him from leaving Utah. Reyes-Chavez and his sister obtained U.S. residency in 2009 after their mother married a legal resident.”

August 20, 2012: “Robert Bennett: Breaking down the 2012 vice presidency” by Robert Bennett (Deseret News) ”The topic of the moment is the vice presidency. Should President Barack Obama dump J Biden in favor of Hillary Clinton? Is Mitt Romney’s choice of Paul Ryan a good one? Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and a Fellow at George Washington University’s School of Media and Public Affairs.”

August 13, 2012: “Robert Bennett: Deciphering voter sentiment from polls” by Robert Bennett (Deseret News) ”After showing a statistical tie for months, the presidential polls have taken a dramatic turn ” at least for a moment. As I write this, CNN has Obama ahead by 9 and Rasmussen has Romney ahead by 4, with both polls taken during the exact same time period. What is going on? Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and a Fellow at George Washington University’s School of Media and Public Affairs.”

August 13, 2012: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers appeared live in KSL TV studio on the Morning News Today show to discuss Mitt Romney’s Paul Ryan vice presidential pick.

August 13, 2012: “Like father like son: Both Huntsmans say Romney should release taxes” by Robert Gehrke and Matt Canham (Salt Lake Tribune) ”Kirk Jowers, a Romney adviser and University of Utah political science professor, speaking to Huntsman Sr.’s comments, said Romney shouldn’t release any more than he has already committed to turning over. ‘I have a lot of respect for Mr. Huntsman, but in this case the political realities dictate that Romney should not give the Obama team any more fuel to the fire to run negative and untrue ads,’ Jowers said.”

August 13, 2012: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers appeared live in KSL Radio studio on the Grant & Amanda show to discuss Mitt Romney’s Paul Ryan vice presidential pick.

August 11, 2012:Paul Ryan-Mitt Romney ticket draws praise from Utah politicos who call Ryan a serious choice” by Jasen Lee (Deseret News) ”‘In my mind, what Ryan brings that no one else did was an actual roadmap to fix the economy and to get us back to a more fiscally responsible way of going forward, said Kirk Jowers, Romney supporter and director of Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah. “Ryan puts it (the race) squarely in Romney’s court. It’s about jobs and it’s about fixing this deficit.’”

August 10, 2012: “Romney will announce VP Saturday; speculation abounds” by Richard Piatt (KSL) ”It could be one of the best kept secrets in a while: Not even close confidants like the Hinckley Institute’s Kirk Jowers has a clue.”

August 10, 2012: “Utah’s politics on global warming” by John Daley (KSL) ”Hinckley Institute of Politics Director Kirk Jowers said the dynamics of the issue have changed considerably. ‘In 2008, it was a big issue in the presidential election and down ticket,’ Jowers said. ‘This election it’s been a complete non-issue.’”

August 6, 2012: “McAdams deserves student vote” by Arielle Newman (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”Ben McAdams, the Democratic candidate for Salt Lake County Mayor, was born and raised right here in Utah and attended the U. He likes to say that politics is in his blood because he sold his plasma to pay for his political science degree. After an inspiring internship with the Hinckley Institute of Politics, McAdams worked on his first campaign.”

August 6, 2012: “Hinckley promotes diversity in education” by Anne Plummer (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”Every year the Hinckley Institute of Politics gives more than $700,000 to provide the U with competitive internships in the community, nation and around the world. These internships include opportunities such as working with the White House in Washington D.C., creating sustainable programs in Bolivia, working in the Australian or German Parliament and developing sustainable projects in Tanzania.”

August 6, 2012: “Robert Bennett: It’s time we all ‘Face the Facts’” by Robert Bennett (Deseret News) ”When I first became interested in politics, virtually all political information was in the newspapers, with a little bit more available on the radio. Then came national television, with its three networks offering nightly news, followed by cable channels offering news and commentary 24 hours a day. Next, the internet stimulated the rise of opinion blogs of an indeterminate number, followed by social media which makes it possible for a political claim to “go viral” to millions of computer, tablet and smart phone screens in a matter of a few hours. In today’s campaigns, all of these methods of distributing one’s message are being used simultaneously. Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and a Fellow at George Washington University’s School of Media and Public Affairs.”

August 3, 2012: “Politicos opine on whether Mitt Romney’s overseas gaffes will hurt campaign” by Dennis Romboy (Deseret News) ”‘In Utah, it will have no effect. Nationally, it won’t have a negative impact, but it probably didn’t give him the positive (publicity) it could have,’ said Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah Hinckley Institute of Politics and a Romney adviser.”

August 2, 2012: “Utah gives Obama lowest marks of his presidency” by Matt Canham (Salt Lake Tribune) ”Or as Kirk Jowers, a Republican who runs the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and is an adviser to the Romney campaign, puts it: ‘It sounds like 26 percent had very low expectations or were not in Utah when Romney ran the Olympics.’”

July 30, 2012: “Utah VFW Lauds University of Utah’s efforts on behalf of Veterans” (Utah VFW “The VFW and the University have maintained positive relations for many years. Utilizing the University’s Hinckley Institute of Politics internship program, more than one dozen University of Utah students have interned in the National VFW’s Washington, D.C office. Two of those interns, Steve Glauser and Brian Wotring, published articles in the Hinckley Journal of Politics, working closely with VFW staff to research Veterans and military issues.”

July 26, 2012: Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics was interviewed live on Doug Wright re: Mitt Romeny’s foreign travels.

July 25, 2012: “Supporters of Ted Cruz’s tea party role models Rand Paul, Mike Lee see influence but not results” by Todd Gillman (Dallas News) ”Business groups and universities grumble about the new reality, as they do in Kentucky, where Paul also shuns spending carve-outs. But ‘the irony is that over the last two years, whether we had Bennett or Lee we would have had exactly the same number of earmarks, which is zero,’ noted Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

July 24, 2012: “Mia Love Clips at Incumbent Jim Matheson’s Heels in Utah’s 4th Congressional District” by Lauren Fox (US News) ”‘Utah has gone from one of the highest voter turnout states to one of the lowest and the Romney Tsunami will probably correct that,’ says Kirk Jowers, the director of the Hinckley Center for Politics at the University of Utah. ‘There will be so many more voters for Romney that it could end Matheson’s winning streak.’”

July 17, 2012: “Wage disparities hurt Utah women” by Mary Mellor (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”I had the opportunity to speak with Gov. Gary Herbert four days after the Bureau’s labor study was released, when he came to the Hinckley Institute. When I asked Gov. Herbert about wage disparity and the hurdles women face, he said: Equal pay already exists. It’s a non-issue in Utah today.”

July 16, 2012: “Utahns with connection to Olympics side with Romney on Bain debate” by John Daley (KSL) “Romney supporter Kirk Jowers says both sides are looking to inflict damage on the other. ‘It’s hurting Romney a little bit right now and has the capacity to hurt him in the long run, but it’s also hurting Obama because I think people are looking more for solutions than accusations,’ Jowers said.”

July 16, 2012: “Photo IDs may be inconvenient, but they help prevent voter fraud” by Robert Bennett (Deseret News) ”An increasing number of states have passed laws requiring voter ID at the polls. When a Republican legislator in Pennsylvania recently said that their ID law would enable Mitt Romney to win the state, Democrats pounced, insisting that the remark proved that Republicans were using fears of ‘vote fraud’ ” which Democrats insist is non-existent ” to engage in ‘voter intimidation,’ a blanket term that covers anything that impacts the ability to vote. Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’sHinckley Institute of Politics and a Fellow at George Washington University’s School of Media and Public Affairs.”

July 10, 2012: “Utah: Very Republican, but Not Quite as Conservative as It Appears” by Nate Silver (NY Times Blog) ”Today we continue our Presidential Geography series, a one-by-one examination of the peculiarities that drive the politics in all 50 states and the District of Columbia. Today’s stop: Utah, the Beehive State. FiveThirtyEight spoke with Tim Chambless, a political science professor with the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah.”

July 8, 2012: “How ds Love stack up against previous Matheson challengers?” by Dennis Romboy (Deseret News) ”‘Mayor Love will be a far more difficult matchup for Matheson than his past opponents because she is likable, charismatic and has no record of votes and/or message bills that can be used against her,’ said Kirk Jowers, head of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the U.”

June 27, 2012: “State GOP chairman says negative advertising “damages the system” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret News) ”University of Utah political science [and Hinckley Institute of Politics] professor Tim Chambless said even though the negative advertising appeared to work in the attorney general’s primary race, it could backfire in the general election.”

June 26, 2012: “Mia Love has her sights set on congressional seat” by Krissah Thompson (Daily Herald) ”‘It is unprecedented. It is astonishing,’ said Tim Chambless, an associate professor of political science at University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.” Story also here.

June 24, 2012: “Constitution Party readies for its Tuesday primary” by Julian Reyes (Deseret News) ”Tim Chambless, an associate professor of political science at the University of Utah and and part of the Hinckley Institute of politics, said the Constitution Party’s purpose is usually not to win, but to try to send out its political message.”

June 24, 2012: “Sen. Hatch Faces ‘Youth Movement’ In Utah Primary” by Terry Gildea (NPR) ”‘Liljenquist was always hoping to win this thing in convention or at least get rid of Hatch as they were able to do with Bennett,’ said Kirk Jowers, executive director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah. ‘Because once you get to the primary, people know Hatch, they’re used to him and Hatch has all the money. It made the numbers game almost impossible for Liljenquist.’” Story also here.

June 24, 2012: “One for the Money: Republican Donors Put Big Dollars Behind Romney” (Jakarta Globe) ”‘James Baker has always been one of my hers,’ said Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics and Federal Relations at the University of Utah in Salt Lake City and a long-time Romney supporter. ‘It’s like Jim Baker or Bono.’”

June 21, 2012: “Race for Utah’s attorney general heats up with super PAC’s attack ad” by Wendy Leonard (Deseret News) ”Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, said that with little accountability, super PACs exist to be negative. Candidates, he said, are expected by the public to portray civility and don’t typically go into the negative aspects of a campaign themselves. ‘Super PACs try to rip down the other candidate and that heightens the cynicism, heightens the apathy of people wanting to get involved and makes it really difficult for us to trust anyone who is elected, even when they are both great people potentially,’ Jowers said.”

June 19, 2012: “Study: Utah’s Voter Turnout Continues to Drop” by Bob Bernick (Utah Policy) ”The ailing Larry H. Miller was named as chair, but he passed away during the study and Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, took over the chairmanship.”

June 18, 2012: “Lt. Gov. Greg Bell plays golf at the Utah Hospitals Tournament, participates in a Hinckley Institute seminar then sits in on the Commission on Civic and Character Education.” (Political Cornflakes)

June 18 2012: “Citizens United had an impact in Wisconsin recall” by Robert Bennett (Deseret News) ”Ever since it was rendered, the Citizens United decision by the Supreme Court has been hammered by commentators who lean left. They say it has tilted the money balance in politics irretrievably in favor of corporations and right wing fat cats and cite it as the ultimate evil every time there are concerns raised about the impact of money in politics. This constant drumbeat of attack has produced significant disapproval of Citizens United and the court that rendered it, so Democrats bring it up whenever they can, believing that it will help position them as the party of purity when it comes to campaign spending. Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and a Fellow at George Washington University’s School of Media and Public Affairs.”

June 2012: Kirk Jowers, Hinckley Institute director was interviewed in “The Religious Test” Documentary.

June 13, 2012: “Rolly: Wimmer blames the messenger for all the confusion” by Paul Rolly (Salt Lake Tribune) ”Then he acted shocked when he held a news conference at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, and two television stations broke into their noon newscasts to cover it live.”

June 13, 2012: “News roundup: Lee says Mormons have extra dose of patriotism. WVC Mayor Mike Winder speaks at the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah” (Political Cornflakes)

June 12, 2012: “Romney Aide Oversees Fundraising That Makes Him Cash, Too” by Lisa Lerer (Bloomberg) “‘Zwick’s focus has always been Romney,’ said Kirk Jowers, a former Romney aide and director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. ‘And there’s been plenty to keep him busy.’” Story also here.

June 11, 2012: “Police investigating burglary at Alpine home of House Representative Jason Chaffetz” by Emiley Morgan (Deseret News)“Jason Chaffetz announces he will not run for office in the U.S. Senate at the Hinckley Institute of Politics in Salt Lake City on Monday, August 22, 2011. He believes he can do more good in the U.S. House of Representatives and will seek re-election.”

June 10, 2012: “Mysterious ads, slander allegations plague attorney general’s race” by John Daley (KSL) ”‘SuperPACs (are) not accountable; and they’re only built for one thing, and that’s to tear someone down,’ said Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah.”

June 8, 2012, Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers was interviewed live on KSL Radio’s Doug Wright Show regarding Mitt Romney’s visit to Utah.

June 7, 2012: “UTA pays big bucks for lobbyists, but can it pay for the programs?” by John Daley (KSL) “‘Lobbying dollars are sometimes the best bang for the buck a company or an organization spends,’ said Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics. ‘There was a lot of federal dollars going out. If you could get a nice earmark, what’s $200,000 in lobbying fees for a $10 million, $20 million, even $2 million earmark?’”

June 7, 2012: “Wimmer: Nevada GOP struggles prevented his employment” by Meredith Forrest Kulwicki (Fox 13) ” Explaining his situation during a press conference at the University of Utah’s Hinkley Institute of Politics, Wimmer said he thought his job was secure given the correspondence with party officials telling him they were going to help him find housing next to the party’s headquarters in Las Vegas. He says he was also given his first assignment of tracking down a missing $15,000 donation.”

June 7, 2012: “Carl Wimmer’s rough road trip to Vegas” by Chris Vanocur (ABC 4) “Thursday, at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, Wimmer told reporters, “I was in the dark as much as anybody here.”

June 7, 2012: “Carl Wimmer back in Utah after Nevada GOP debacle” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret News) ”At a news conference at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics Wednesday, Wimmer said there wasn’t a job waiting for him after all, thanks to a “non-functional” state party organization.”

June 7, 2012: “Jowers: Leavitt Not Afraid of Far-Right ” (Utah Policy) “In an interview, Kirk Jowers tells TPM that Mike Leavitt is the ‘perfect choice’ to head Mitt Romney’s transition team, noting that the former Utah governor has long experience dealing with activist conservatives who are now complaining about his relatively moderate position on healthcare reform. Kirk Jowers, a former Republican operative and longtime Mitt Romney backer, remembers the first time he met Mike Leavitt, the man tapped to run Romney’s transition team. It was in the late 1990s, during a fight over allowing states to force online retailers to levy sales taxes. Leavitt was a staunch supporter of collecting online taxes ” a position that split him from anti-tax purists on the right like Grover Norquist. As general counsel for the Advisory Commission On Electronic Commerce, Jowers was on Norquist’s side.“

June 7, 2012: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers was interviewed live on KSL News Radio regarding Mitt Romney’s national fundraising success and the part Utah is playing.

June 7, 2012: “Jowers: Leavitt Not Afraid of Far-Right” (Utah Policy) ”In an interview, Kirk Jowers tells TPM that Mike Leavitt is the ‘perfect choice’ to head Mitt Romney’s transition team, noting that the former Utah governor has long experience dealing with activist conservatives who are now complaining about his relatively moderate position on healthcare reform.”

June 7, 2012: “Romney’s Transition Team Leader Not Afraid To Pick Fights With The Right” by Evan McMorris-Santoro (TPM) “‘It was clear after the first meeting that Leavitt was five miles ahead of everyone else,’ Jowers recalled. ‘He just danced around them and was looking around corners when everyone else hadn’t even seen the corner yet.’ Jowers ” who now runs the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah ” said Leavitt is the perfect choice to lead any Republican’s transition team, especially Romney’s.”

June 7, 2012: ” Happening today: Carl Wimmer holds a news conference to discuss “the Nevada Republican Party and their initial offer of employment.” Noon, Hinckley Institute.” Political Cornflakes

June 6, 2012: “Wimmer’s Nevada GOP future still ‘confusing,’ spokeswoman says ” by Lisa Riley Roche (KSL) “Wimmer is scheduled to hold a noon news conference at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. So ds former state lawmaker and unsuccessful congressional candidate Carl Wimmer have a job with the Nevada Republican Party?”

June 5, 2012: “Grad helps women combat poverty” by Megan Gessel (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”Courtney McBeth, assistant director for theHinckley Institute of Politics and Jessop’s summit recommender, said Jessop embodies President Pershing’s vision of undergraduate success and community impact. ‘[Liz] is an exceptional example of the opportunities available at the U, and the [summit] recognized this unique background and her potential for [future] leadership,’ she said. ‘She is globally aware and culturally competent ¦ a shining example of what the Hinckley and the U hope to instill and provide.’

June 5, 2012: “Tea Partier: Bring back Glass-Steagall!” by Alex Seitz-Wald (Salon.com) ”‘I’m a little surprised to hear that,’ said Tim Chambless of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, a frequent commenter on Utah politics. So surprising, in fact, that Chambless wanted to hold off on responding to it before he could verify the quote and read it for himself.”

June 4, 2012: “Mike Leavitt’s new role heading Romney transition team puts attention on former Utah governor” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret News) ”Longtime Romney supporter Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, said Leavitt “would be a phenomenal chief of staff” given his experience at the state and national level. ‘No one has more relevant experience,’ Jowers said, including with the “past Republican power brokers under Bush’ who could prove useful to a new GOP president.”

June 4, 2012: “Leavitt working on transition plan for Romney” by Lisa Riley Roche (KSL) “Longtime Romney supporter Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, said Leavitt ‘would be a phenomenal chief of staff’ given his experience at the state and national level. ‘No one has more relevant experience,’ Jowers said, including with the ‘past Republican power brokers under Bush’ who could prove useful to a new GOP president.”

Jowers said there likely would be little concern raised if Romney chose another member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints as chief of staff.

June 4, 2012: “Wimmer to work as new Nevada GOP political director” by Nineveh Dinha (Fox 13) “‘It’s like herding political cats,’ saysChambless, a political professor at the University of Utah and Academic Outreach Coordinator for the Hinckley Institute of Politics. ‘He’s trying to bring people together that will vote for the nominee and right now there are folks that are doing so much finger pointing in the state of Nevada that for a person whose not even a resident of Nevada, who is a resident of Utah to try to bring these folks together is going to be very difficult to do.’”

June 4, 2012: “Taking stock of the presidential race” by Robert Bennertt (Deseret News) ” Last week, after the Texas primary gave Mitt Romney the statistical majority he needs to become the Republican nominee, President Obama called him to offer congratulations. The race is now officially on ” time to take stock. Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.

May 30, 2012: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers was interviewed live on KSL News Radio’s Morning News regarding the impact Mitt Romney’s religion will have on the upcoming U.S. presidential contest

May 28, 2012: “After Lugar’s loss, Hatch not taking Senate race for granted” by Valerie Richardson (The Washington Times) ”‘Sen. Hatch is doing everything he can to avoid what happened to Dick Lugar,’ said Tim Chambless, a University of Utah political science professor and academic outreach coordinator at the school’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. ‘It’s one thing to talk about what happened to Bob Bennett two years ago. It’s another thing to talk about what happened toDick Lugar two weeks ago.’

May 28, 2012: “How I came to write a weekly column” by Robert Bennett (Deseret News) ”Recently, in the on-line comments section that accompanies the column, where people go back and forth with each other in their reactions to it, one commentor requested that I log on and participate in the discussion. I have considered doing it, but have been reluctant because I think that could be a bit of overkill in behalf of my opinion. Having made my point in the column, I have been content to stand aside as my defenders and attackers each have their say. Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

May 27, 2012: “Senate candidates Cardon, Flake spar over accusations” by Dan Nowicki (The Arizona Republic) “In a March 16 letter to the FEC’s general counsel, Cardon attorneys Kirk Jowers and Matthew Sanderson paint Smith as a disgruntled former business associate of Cardon’s father who has no evidence connecting what they say is an unrelated business loan with Cardon’s personal loans to his Senate campaign. ‘Mr. Smith’s blind conjecture should be rejected,’ the lawyers wrote.”

May 26, 2012: “Liljenquist pushing to make name for himself as primary approaches” by Dennis Romboy (Deseret News) ”He’s got the advantage. He almost came out of convention. He’s got the money. He has almost 100 percent name recognition,’ said University of Utah political science professor Tim Chambless.”

May 24, 2012: “Dan Liljenquist Works to Breach Orrin Hatch’s Stronghold” by Kyle Trygstad (Roll Call) ”Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, said there dsn’t appear to be anything on the horizon that’s going to significantly cut into Hatch’s lead. ‘It’s hard to imagine the game-changer, Jowers said. That’s why you get a Sarah Palin jumping on and Club for Growth backing away, because it dsn’t look like there’s a real logical path for Liljenquist to win this one.’

May 21, 2012: “Romney, Obama fighting for favor in swing states” by John Daley (KSL) ”‘(Romney) has to win the three states that Obama beat McCain in that had traditionally been Republican ” that’s Indiana, Virginia, North Carolina,” said Romney advisor, Kirk Jowers. ‘He’s got to win the two big swing states, that are always swing states, Florida and Ohio, and then pick up one of those other swing states, in Iowa, New Mexico, Colorado.’”

May 18, 2012: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers was interviewed live on KSL News Radio’s Morning News with Grant and Amandaregarding the upcoming U.S. presidential contest.

May 18, 2012: “Why you should vote in November” by Kendahl Melvin and Nelson Warr (Deseret News) ”Kendahl Melvin and Nelson Warr represented the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the Harvard National Campaign for Political and Civic Engagement held in Cambridge from March 30-April 1, 2012. During the conference, they participated in the research that contributed to this editorial.”

May 17, 2012: “2012 election has parties going high-tech in pursuit of ‘millennial voters’” by Richard Piatt (KSL) ”‘Even in 2008, where there was a great increase in youth voter participation,’ said Ellesse Sorbonne, outreach coordinator at the U.’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, ‘Utah ranked third worst in the nation, which is pretty dismal.’

May 17, 2012: “Hatch rejects Liljenquist calls for TV debate” by Dennis Romboy (KSL) “‘Hatch can get his message out a hundred ways,’ said Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah Hinckley Institute of Politics. ‘Liljenquist will take all the free media he can get. That’s what debates can be seen as in some ways.’”

May 16, 2012: “Utah National Republican Delegates Heavy on Party Insiders” by Bob Bernick (Utah Policy) ”Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and a Mitt Romney advisor and organizer, put together the official Romney slate at the request of Romney’s national campaign, with the advice of several top Utah Romney-backers, like Chaffetz.”

May 16, 2012: “Orrin Hatch continues to rebuff Dan Liljenquist’s calls for TV debate” by Dennis Romboy (Deseret News) “Liljenquist will take all the free media he can get. That’s what debates can be seen as in some ways. Kirk Jowers, head of the University of UtahHinckley Institute of Politics.”

May 15, 2012: “Bennett Says 2012 Very Different Year for Hatch than 2010 Was for Him” by Jeff Robinson (KCPW) “While longtime Republican Utah Senator Orrin Hatch will fight to keep his party’s nomination on June 26, former Senator Bob Bennett didn’t have the luxury of being in a primary election in 2010, when his bid for a fourth term in office fell right at the state GOP convention.”

May 13, 2012: “Elected officials should perform duties with openness, transparency” by Peter Corroon (Deseret News) “Accountability, ethics and transparency are things I have spent many years addressing as Salt Lake County mayor. I certainly have room for improvement, but I take them seriously. So do our citizens. In this regard, I have watched with interest the work of the Utah Citizen’s Council, Utahns for Ethical Government and the Utah Transparency Project, which is supported by both the Hinckley Institute and the Sutherland Institute. And I do so again now as supporter of the Alliance for a Better UTAH.”

May 11, 2012: “Utah’s investment in innovation paying off ” by Kirk Jowers (KSL) “In recent weeks, Utahns have celebrated the new Adobe campus with its promise of as many as 3,300 high-paying jobs over the next two decades. That the powerhouse software company centralized in the entrepreneurial capitals of San Francisco, New York City, Stockholm and Tokyo would opt to build a key location in Lehi is a testament to Utah’s economic prowess even during a recession. Kirk L. Jowers is the University of Utah’s Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics and is a partner in the Washington, D.C. law firm of Caplin & Drysdale.”

May 9, 2012: “ Political Cornflakes: News roundup: Bush’s $80K phone bill has Chaffetz shaking his head” (Salt Lake Tribune) “Rep. Jason Chaffetz meets with students from the U.’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, attends a Judiciary hearing where the FBI director will testify and later meets with Bruce Johnson, a Utah State Tax Commissioner.”

May 7, 2012: “It’s time to reinstate earmarks” by Robert Bennett (Deseret News) “The biggest piece of legislation to come before the Congress this session is the transportation bill, dealing with infrastructure spending throughout the nation. The issue is a serious one ” many of our bridges and highways are well past their design age and need repair or replacement ” but Congress has repeatedly pushed it off, passing temporary extensions of old authorizations rather than tackle the challenge of crafting new ones. Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

May 7, 2012: “Answer This: Bob Bennett” by Patrick Gavin (Politico) ”Utah Republican Bob Bennett served three terms in the Senate, holding leadership positions on the Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs Committee, the Appropriations Committee and the Rules and Administration Committee. After leaving the Senate in 2011, he started the consulting firm The Bennett Group and serves as a senior policy adviser at Arent Fox.”

May 6, 2012: “Do women in politics face an uphill battle in Utah?” by Dan Harrie (Salt Lake Tribune) ”On the agenda for the May 19 session at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics are five hours of training by current and former elected officials and political pros ” along with a free lunch.”

May 4, 2012: “University of Utah student starts Colbert-like super PAC” by Matt Canham (Salt Lake Tribune) ”U. alum Matt Sandersonand Kirk Jowers, the director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, have done legal work for the Colbert super PAC though Trevor Potter, their colleague at the firm Caplin & Drysdal and the comedian’s on-air legal adviser.”

May 4, 2012: “In Newark, examples of how technology can improve education” (NJ.com) “In all the hubbub about the election and the issues that will decide it, one lingering challenge to America’s future has been pushed aside: our education crisis. Robert Bennett, former U.S. senator from Utah, is a teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

May 3, 2012: “In Utah, GOP House Candidate Out To Make History” by Terry Gildea (KUMN) ”‘Now he’s chosen to run in the 4th Congressional District, a district that really has only about 25 percent of his former constituents. And so he has to reintroduce himself to about three-quarters of the district,’ says Tim Chambless, an associate professor with The Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah.”

May 2, 2012: “Preparing for Primaries — All About Voting in Utah on AU Thursday” (UPR) ”Our guests will include state Democratic party chairman Jim Dabakis and state Republican party chairman Thomas Wright, Deseret News columnists Frank Pignanelli and LaVarr Webb, and University of Utah Hinckley Institute of Politics Director Kirk Jowers.”

April 30, 2012: “Who will be Mitt Romney’s running mate?” by Robert Bennett (Deseret News) ”Now that Mitt Romney has nailed down the Republican nomination, speculation has turned to his choice of a running mate. Polls are being taken ” Condoleezza Rice is in first place, followed by Rick Santorum ” and all kinds of analyses are being written. All are speculation, and most are wildly off the mark.Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

April 24, 2012: “Study gives Utah a liquor-profit plan” by Anne Plummer (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”Bob Springmeyer, president of Bonneville Research and U graduate in political science and economics, explained the firm’s study at the Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

April 23, 2012: “U. student to intern with Colbert” by Laura Schmitz (Salt Lake Tribune) ”Benns landed the coveted internship thanks toKirk Jowers, director of the U.’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and a partner at Caplin & Drysdale, the law firm that handles host Stephen Colbert’s super PAC.”

April 21, 2012: ” GOP Sen. Hatch clears big re-election hurdle, still faces June primary in Utah” by Alicia Acuna (Fox News) “‘They were angry because ObamaCare had just been passed and so they flooded the caucus meetings and had a very angry electorate that wanted blood on almost all incumbents,’ recalled Kirk Jowers, associate professor and director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

April 20, 2012: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers appeared on the Fox News Channel to discuss Utah’s upcoming convention and the fate of Utah Senator Orrin Hatch. (should be links up on Friday).

April 19, 2012: “Economy, education, energy are guv’s focus” by DJ Summers (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”Gov. Gary Herbert outlined the goals of his administration at a Hinckley forum Wednesday. His administration intends to focus on what he calls the three E’s: economy, education and energy.”

April 19, 2012: “2012 Should be More Moderate Politically in Utah” by Bob Bernick (Utah Policy) ”Now an in-depth poll by Dan Jones & Associates, sponsored by the non-partisan Utah Foundation and the University of Utah Hinckley Institute of Politics, shows such is the case.”

April 18, 2012: “˜Bullied’ creator hopes film will raise awareness” by Alyssa Ferris (Daily Utah Chronicle) “Today, the LGBT Resource Center will screen the documentary Bullied (not to be confused with the 2011 documentary Bully) at noon in the Union’s Saltair Room. The film’s creator, Jamie Nabozny, will be on hand afterward and will hold a panel discussion in the Hinckly Institute of PoliticsOSH room 255.”

April 18, 2012: “Poll: Utah GOP delegates more moderate than two years ago” by Lee Davidson (Salt Lake Tribune) ”Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, said while greater participation brought delegates with views closer to most voters, a gulf still remains. They are still far apart on things such as pollution, gay rights and global warming. Also, he said only 25 percent of GOP delegates are women, and most delegates in both parties are older ” suggesting young people are not participating.”

April 18, 2012: “Energy, real estate interests fuel Herbert’s campaign” by Robert Gehrke (Salt Lake Tribune) ”Tim Chambless with theHinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, said in speeches around the state, including a recent speech to business leaders, Herbert has emphasized energy development as one of the four pillars of his administration.”

April 18, 2012: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers appeared live in KSL studio for on the Doug Wright Wright show to discuss the upcoming convention, Utah Priority Survey results, and presidential election.

April 18, 2012: “Poll: Utah Sen. Hatch Leads Liljenquist 63 Percent to 21 Percent” (Nesmax) ” A Utah Foundation/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll released Tuesday produced results similar to the Wilson Perkins Allen survey. Hatch leads Liljenquist 61 percent to 21 percent in the Utah Foundation poll.”

April 18, 2012: “Poll: Hatch, Herbert Within Striking Distance of 60% at Convention” by Bob Bernick (Utah Policy) ”The Dan Jones & Associates poll comes as part of a broad-ranging delegate/voter survey sponsored by the Utah Foundation, a non-partisan public policy think tank, and the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

April 18 2012: “Poll: Hatch just above Utah threshold” by Charles Mahtesian (Politico) ”The WPA poll, conducted for the Hatch campaign, mirrors the findings of a Utah Foundation/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll released Tuesday that put Hatch at 61%. In both polls, Hatch’s fate is within the margin of error.”

April 17, 2012: “Workforce services adopt business strategies” by DJ Summers (Daily UIah Chronicle) ”Kristen Cox, executive director of the Utah Department of Workforce Services, spoke at the Hinckley Institute of Politics on Monday.”

April 17, 2012: “Sen. Orrin Hatch, Gov. Gary Herbert convention races too close to call” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret News) “But the poll, conducted by Dan Jones & Associates for the nonprofit research group and the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, has a margin of error of plus or minus 4.43 percent, making the outcome of the convention unpredictable.”

April.17, 2012: “New poll shows Hatch, Love leading among GOP delegates” by Dan Metcalf Jr. (ABC 4) ”A new [Hinckley Institute of Politics] poll shows that interesting races are developing among candidates vying for congressional seats in Utah.”

April 17, 2012: ” Survey reveals Utahns’ priorities in 2012″ (KSL) ”We still didn’t improve the representation of women (at the caucuses),” said Kirk Jowers, executive director of the Hinckley Institute. “They stayed marred at the exact same number as they did in 2010, for both Republicans and Democrats.”

April 12, 2012: “Becker: Government, public should seek transparency” by Kelly Jones (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”There is always a frenzy when a major politician comes to campus. Students in the audience at Wednesday’s Hinckley Institute Forum described it as more hectic than usual. Mayor Ralph Becker and Salt Lake councilman Soren Simonsen were at the Institute to endorse the Utah Transparency Project, a final class venture launched by the U Honor’s College.”

April 12, 2012: “Utahn part of Stephen Colbert’s Super PA C team” by Matt Canham (Salt Lake Tribune) ”‘It’s kind of funny that all of this is attributable to a two-week intensive course I took,’ said Sanderson, who received his undergraduate degree at the University of Utah. That two-week course was on the U.S. presidency, and the teacher was Kirk Jowers, who now heads the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the U. and is a partner at Caplin & Drysdale. Jowers said Sanderson received “the highest score I had ever administered,” so he pushed the institute to give Sanderson a job and helped him land an internship at the Campaign Legal Center, a nonprofit advocating for tougher campaign-finance laws.”

April 11, 2012: “New project pushes for more open government in Utah” by Ben Winslow (Fox 13) ”A student project at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics is pushing local and county governments to do more to be open and transparent to the public.”

April 11, 2012: “University of Utah students launch open government campaign” by Rosemary Winters (Salt Lake Tribune) ”University of Utah student Theresa Krause introduces Salt Lake City Mayor Ralph Becker as students unveil their Utah Transparency Project at theHinckley Institute of Politics in Salt Lake City, Utah, April 11, 2012.”

April 11, 2012: “New exchange program to send U interns to Germany” by Megan Gessel (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”A German student from the University of Kiel, Julian Wettengel wanted to immerse himself in the real mechanics of his American politics and government major. He got this chance when he was accepted as an intern at the Wilson Woodrow International Center for Scholars in Washington, D.C., through an exchange with the Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

April 11, 2012: “New project pushes for more open government in Utah” by Ben Wnslow (Fox 13) “A student project at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics is pushing local and county governments to do more to be open and transparent to the public.”

April 11, 2012: “Students to share government transparency project with 270 agencie” (ABC 4) ”The students at the transparency project kick off event at the Hinckley Institute in Salt Lake also cited research that says doing these types of things leads to more public trust and more public input. Alex Boren says, ‘When citizens are not informed, they cannot be effectively engaged.’”

April 11, 2012: “LGBT panel discusses community, goals” by Gina Kopcrak (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”Extra chairs were crammed into theHinckley Caucus Room yesterday afternoon. The faces that represent the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender community in Utah, both socially and politically, came to engage students in discussion about the issues that the LGBT community is facing.”

April 10, 2012: “Romney supporters warn presidential race now gets tougher” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret News) ”Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and a longtime Romney supporter, said Utahns should expect to be hit up for contributions by the Romney campaign. ‘It’s going to be an epic general election,” Jowers said. “I think it will be incredibly hard fought and come down to the wire.’”

April 10, 2012: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers was interviewed live on KSL News Radio regarding Rick Santorum suspending his presidential campaign

April 9, 2012: “Republic will survive Obamacare ruling” by Robert Bennett (Deseret News) ”In anticipation of a 5-4 Supreme Court decision against Obamacare, commentators on the left have dredged up more than a decade’s worth of complaints about similar close decisions from the court, saying that all of these rulings have been blatantly partisan. Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

April 9, 2012: ” U of U students want transparency in local government” by Alison Peek (Examiner.com) ”A think tank of honor students at the University of Utah has written five Best Practices for local government transparency, and plan to introduce them Wednesday at a formal launch at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. Their goal: to have all of Utah’s city and county governments adopt the principles of the Transparency Project.”

April 6, 2012: “Prof: World democracies should band together” by DJ Summers (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”India, the biggest democracy in the world, and Israel, the only democracy in the Middle East, can collaborate on a new world order of peace and prosperity, said the Thursday Hinckley Forum speaker Ramesh Babu Kanneganti, a professor of American Studies at Osmania University in Hyderabad, India. The distant nations serve as leaders around the world and wield enormous influence that should be used wisely, he said.”

April 5, 2012: “Nine Things You Need to Know Today” by Bryan Schott (Utah Policy) ”The five Republican candidates for Utah’s new 4th Congressional District seat face off at the Hinckley Institute of Politics [Deseret News].”

April 5, 2012: “Chief: Citizens, police should be a team” by DJ Summers (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”Salt Lake City Police Chief Chris Burbank spoke about the duty of the police force in maintaining community ties and developing a rapport built on trust and mutual assistance at a Hinckley Forum on Wednesday.”

April 4, 2012: “4th District GOP challengers say they can’t let Matheson define them” by Dennis Romboy (Deseret News) “So it comes as no surprise that the current crop of GOP challengers in Utah’s new 4th Congressional District are often asked how they plan to unseat the moderate Democrat. The five candidates took a swing at that question Wednesday during a Hinckley Institute of Politics forum at the University of Utah.”

April 4, 2012: “Notable achievements: April 4, 2012″ by Andreas Rivera (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”‘I am pleased to see the Truman Foundation validating social justice work, activism and community organizing by recognizing the work I’ve done with the Mestizo Arts and Activism Collective, the Bennion Center Social Justice Gardens, the Honors College Social Justice Scholars and the Hinckley Institute of Politics,’ Edgette said.”

April 3, 2012: “Notable achievements: April 4, 2012″ by Marjorie Clark (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”‘The challenges we face as Americans are a result of our government’s acquisition of debt,’ Lee said at the Hinckley Institute of Politics. The national debt has been increasing and accruing interest since the 1930s and has been passed from generation to generation.”

April 3, 2012: “4th Congressional Candidates And The First Senate Debate” by Eric Peterson (City Weekly) ”The congressional action gets started at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics forum, where 4th Congressional District Candidates Mia Love, Jay Cobb and Carl Wimmer are confirmed to speak about their bid to usurp Utah’s lone Democrat in D.C., Rep. Jim Matheson, D-Utah.”

April 3, 2012: “Utah’s unusual political nominating system under way and under scrutiny” by Lisa Riley Roche and Dennis Romboy (Deseret News) ”‘We would get the best of both worlds,’ said Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politicsand a supporter of changing the caucus system. Delegates should be able to choose the party’s best candidates at a convention, but the final pick should be left up to voters, he said.”

April 2, 2012: “Ashley Edgette is the University of Utah’s sixth Truman winner in a row” by Brian Maffly (Salt Lake Tribune) ”Ashley Edgette, an honors student interested in food security, is among 54 winners named Monday by former Secretary of State Madeleine Albright, president of the Harry S. Truman Scholarship Foundation. The U. is the only university in the country to have fielded a Truman winner in each of the past six years. Much of that success can be attributed to the school’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, which maintains a thorough vetting process for U. applicants.”

April 2, 2012: “U student named Truman Scholar” (FYI News) ”Former Secretary of State Madeleine K. Albright, president of the Harry S. Truman Scholarship Foundation, has announced U student Ashley Edgette as a 2012 Truman Scholar. Edgette is the sixth Truman Scholar from the Hinckley Institute of Politics in the past six years, and the only Truman Scholar representing the state of Utah this year.”

April 2, 2012: “2012 Truman Scholarship awarded to University of Utah student” (Deseret News) ”The University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics is the only institution in the nation to produce a scholar in each of the last six consecutive years. ‘The university community is proud of Ashley Edgette’s exceptional achievements, and we congratulate her for being recognized by the Truman Foundation,’ said U. President David W. Pershing. ‘It is a great honor, and we are thrilled to have her represent the U. on the national stage.’

April 2, 2012: “Regardless of Supreme Court’s ruling, health care still needs reform” by Robert Bennett (Deseret News) ”The Supreme Court will not announce its decision on Obamacare until June, but pundits on both sides of the political spectrum have rushed to judgment. They are writing as if the decision has already been made ” the Court is going to rule against the administration, and strike down the law ” and are giving us a spate of contradictory predictions about the consequences. Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

March 29, 2012: “Mali coup shows regime instability” by Elisabeth Jessop (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”I am currently living in Bamako, Mali, West Africa doing an international internship on Yeah Samake’s presidential campaign through the Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

March 29, 2012: “Politician: Be the best at your job now” by Megan Gessel (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”Highlighting the importance of a good education and civic involvement, Ibarra spoke at the Hinckley Institute of Politics on Wednesday about his journey.”

March 27, 201: “Coup in Mali hits close to home” by Hunter Schwartz (KSL) “University of Utah [and Hinckley Institute of Poltics] students Elizabeth Jessop and Kyle Rehn, who are in Bamako interning for Yeah Samake’s presidential campaign, said they have been “living on the edge” the past week. ‘We were downtown when we heard there would be unrest,” Jessop said. “By the end of the evening, there was regular gunfire. It was almost impossible to sleep.’”

March 27, 2012: “Rocky Anderson: U.S. requires a new point of view” by Megan Gessel (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”The United States operates under a pretense of democracy and has deteriorated to tolerating rule by the elite and making illegal war, said presidential candidate Rocky Anderson at the Hinckley Institute of Politics on Monday. In a forum titled, ‘An End to Plutocracy: It’s Up to Us,’ former Salt Lake City Mayor Rocky Anderson spoke about the inequality, unconstitutionality and unaccountability he sees plaguing the United States.”

March 27, 2012: “Racial equality needs students’ nurturing” by Michael Ukkestad (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”A local example of this can be seen in last year’s ASUU elections when a Voice Party candidate’s signs were vandalized with racially charged statements. Last week, theHinckley Institute of Politics held a forum where a panel discussed the race issue and how we should address it as a campus community.”

March 26, 2012: “An End to Authoritarianism and Plutocracy: It’s up to us” by Rocky Anderson at the Hinckley Institute of Politics(OpEdNews.com) ”Let us consider the fundamental guiding principles for the United States of America — freedom, equal opportunity,compassion, and security.”

March 26, 2012: “Republicans Grappling with Flood of New Delegates ” by Bob Bernick (Utah Policy) ”Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, says the flood of new state GOP delegates means that the April 21 state convention will be more open-mined and less angry than the 2010 convention “ in which Sen. Bob Bennett, R-Utah, was removed from office.”

March 26, 2012: “How Supreme Court justices may vote on health care” by Robert Bennett (Deseret News) ”The individual mandate has a mixed legal history, having been ruled constitutional by some panels and unconstitutional by others. The Supreme Court must render the final decision, and speculation about what that will be, and how it will come about, abounds. Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

March 23, 2012; “Women’s Week panel upset with Utah’s attitude toward refugees” by Kelly Jones (Utah Daily Chronicle) ”The last thing refugee women need is to be re-victimized by their host communities, said a group at the Hinckley Institute of Politics on Thursday.”

March 23, 2012: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers was interviewed live on KSL Radio regarding the impact of Super PACs.

March 22, 2012: “Latino leader Mickey Ibarra donates papers to University of Utah” (Salt Lake Tribune) “Wednesday at noon, Ibarra will give the Hinckley Institute Forum keynote. Then, on Thursday, U. officials will hold a public reception at the Marriott Library at 5:30 p.m. in recognition of “The Mickey Ibarra Papers: A Utah Journey to the White House.” The U. awarded Ibarra an honorary doctorate of humane letters five years ago. The son of a Mexican immigrant, he graduated from BYU.”

March 21, 2012: “Hinckley forum: Panelists urge students to serve elderly people” by Megan Gessel (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”A great need exists in society to care for older adults both physically and emotionally, said three panelists at a Hinckley Institute of Politics forum Wednesday.”

March 21, 2012: “Utah: The story behind the score” by John Daley (State Integrity) “‘Just as we reveled in high marks from Pew for good governance and Forbes for businesses, we also must take [this] poor grade as a call for the state to look at model laws and possibilities for improvements,’ said Kirk Jowers, chair of the Governor’s Commission on Strengthening Utah’s Democracy.”

March 20, 2012: “Racial equality needs students’ nurturing” by Tyson Gibb (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”At the Hinckley Institute of Politicson Monday, Bagley discussed the unique culture of Utah politics and how he conveys ideas through editorial cartoons. Bagley’s political cartoons in The Salt Lake Tribune are renowned for their biting social commentary.”

March 20, 2012: “Once endangered, Orrin Hatch Battles Back in Utah” by Kyle Trygstad and David Drucker (Roll Call) ”Kirk Jowers,Director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and a member of Mitt Romeny’s finance team, said the difference between 2012 and 2010 was timing, voter outreach and Hatch building a campaign team that recognized that Thursday was the most important election.”

March 19, 2012: “Studies give Utah D for corruption risk, B+ for spending transparency ” by Dennis Romboy (KSL) ”‘You find the abuses, and Utah has had its share of abuses, every state has,’ said Kirk Jowers with the Hinckly Institute of Politics. “And so you need to legislate around that. At least give honest people a chance to remain honest.”

March 19, 2012: “Studies give Utah D for corruption risk, B+ for spending transparency” by Dennis Romboy (KSL) ”‘You find the abuses, and Utah has had its share of abuses, every state has,’ said Kirk Jowers with the Hinckley Institute of Politics. ‘And so you need to legislate around that. At least give honest people a chance to remain honest.’”

March 19, 2012: “Moving beyond political ideology” by Robert Bennett (Deseret News) ”In a presidential campaign in years gone by, a third party candidate justified his getting into the race by saying, “There’s not a dime’s worth of difference between the two parties.” Some say the same thing today.Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

March 18, 2012: “Utah’s revolving door keeps spinning out lobbyists ” by Britny Mortensen (Salt Lake Tribune) ”In fall 2009, theGovernor’s Commission on Strengthening Utah’s Democracy recommended eliminating the lobbying loophole to “flatly prohibit state officials from engaging in all lobbying for compensation for one calendar year after the state official leaves office. Accordingly, in the 2010 legislative session, Rep. Carol Spackman Moss, D-Holladay, introduced a bill to do just that. The bill failed to make it out of the House.”

March 17, 2012: “Senate candidates prepare to court 4,000 delegates” by Hunter Schwartz (Deseret News) ”‘Utah Republicans are all in for Romney, and I think they take Romney seriously when he says he could use a powerful friend in the Senate’ says Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and Federal Relations.”

March 15, 2012: “Hatch’s grand plan for survival to be put to the test Thursday” by Robert Gehrke (Salt Lake Tribune) ”But Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, said no campaign has ever gone to the level of detail as the Hatch campaign.’What Hatch has done that’s so unique and so expensive is essentially trying to have a much bigger impact on who the delegates will be, [waging] thousands of mini elections around the state on Thursday,’ Jowers said. “Hatch essentially ¦ expanded the potential pool of [delegates] 20-fold, and so the complexity and cost just go up exponentially.’”

March 14, 2012: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers was interviewed live on KSL News Radio’s Morning News with Grant and Amanda regarding the results of the Mississippi, Alabama, Hawaii, and American Samoa GOP contests.

March 13, 2012: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers appeared live on the March 13 episode of Access Utah: Caucuses: How do they work? Why should we participate? http://www.upr.org/post/find-my-caucus.

March 12, 2012: “Is Mitt Romney the inevitable nominee?” by Robert Bennett (Deseret News) “Last week, following Super Tuesday, Team Romney called upon the other candidates to recognize reality and withdraw, so that the campaign focus could switch to President Obama. They said that the mathematics of the race for the Republican nomination were now inexorable, that Romney was the inevitable nominee. Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’sHinckley Institute of Politics.”

March 12, 2012: “Hatch Faces Trial by Fire in Utah” by Sean Sullivan (National Journal) ’Kirk Jowers, the director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and Federal Relations, said Liljenquist’s efforts can’t be compared to Hatch’s. “It’s kind of like saying, ‘Has [Rick] Santorum been doing the same work that Romney has?’ Jowers said.’

March 9, 2012: “Hinckley forum: Democracy to take on a new look” by Megan Gessel (Daily Utah Chronicle) “Despite the sea of political cynicism, the deliberative democracy occurring worldwide is cause for optimism, said a communication scholar at a Hinckley Institute of Politics forum on Thursday.”

March 9, 2012: “Legislative interns make all the difference at Capitol ” by Richard Piatt (KSL) ”Interns work long hours doing a lot of tedious tasks and don’t get paid much. But many said it was one of the best jobs they’ve had – tracking schedules, returning emails and climbing a lot of stairs. Interns at the Capitol rarely sit around, and the public rarely sees the work that they do.”

March 9, 2012: “Abortion, autism among last-minute bills for state legislature” by Brittany Green-Miner, Meredith Forrest Kulwicki, Max Roth, and Ashton Goodell (Fox 13).

March 9, 2012: “Poll: Half of Utahns not interested in attending party caucuses” by (Lisa Riley Roche) “‘Predictable, but sad’ was the reaction of Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and a longtime critic of the caucus system as a cause of the state’s low voter turnout.”

March 9, 2012: “Most Utahns won’t attend party caucuses” by Lisa Riley Roche (KSL) “‘Predictable, but sad” was the reaction of Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and a longtime critic of the caucus system as a cause of the state’s low voter turnout.’Utah has to make its democracy more accessible to more people in order to get us back engaged,’ Jowers said, calling for changes in the system that would result in more primary elections.”

March 9, 2012: “Is social media changing politics?” by John Daley (KSL) “‘It ds increase awareness, but ds it have a long term impact?’ said Kirk Jowers of the Hinckley Institute. ‘I think it’s still too early to know how that works.’”

March 8, 2012: “Nobody’s in charge of governing Utah education” by Sen. Howard Stephenson and Cody Jenkins (Deseret News) ”The Soviet agricultural system has been relegated to the ash heap of history, but American public education continues with one five-year reform plan after another. Howard Stephenson is a Utah State senator and the chair of the Public Education Appropriations Subcommittee. Cody Jenkins is an intern from the Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

March 8, 2012: “Hinckley forum: Invest in school first, stock second, investor says” by Marjorie Clark (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”A finance specialist spoke to students about the tricks of investing and the importance of education at the Hinckley Institute on Wednesday.”

March 8, 2012, Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers was interviewed live on KSL Radio’s Doug Wright Show regarding the results of Super Tuesday.

March 8, 2012: “Hinckley forum: Journalist decries political extremism” by Brandon Schembri (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”Politics have intensified and are beginning to change focus in an attempt to appeal to party extremists, said a journalist at the Hinckley Institute of Politics on Wednesday.”

March 7, 2012: “Candidates voice ideas in final debate” by Andreas Rivera (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”Sync party candidates Ellie Sanchez and Jake Rush debate with Open party candidates Geneva Thompson and DJ Payton in the Hinckley Caucus Room on Tuesday.”

March 6, 2012: “It’s not so super a day for Utahns” by Doug Robinson (Deseret News) ”‘More importantly, we have no impact on the issues,’ says Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. ‘The issues that are important to us will not be important to candidates because they don’t need to address them. They need to go to Iowa to talk about ethanol subsidies and to Florida to talk about off-shore drilling. We don’t get to vote or have candidates who really care about us.’”

March 5, 2012, Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers was interviewed live on KSL Radio’s Doug Wright Show regarding the Super Tuesday GOP presidential races.

March 4, 2012: “Poll says Romney’s faith not as big of a factor in 2012 race” by Lisa Riley Roche (KSL) ”‘There’s no question that Romney’s religion is a mixed bag,’ said Kirk Jowers, a longtime Romney advisor and head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

March 4, 2012: “Ohio voters like Santorum, lukewarm on Romney” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret News) ”‘I think it’s smart,’ said Kirk Jowers, a longtime Romney adviser and head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. Jowers dismissed the suggestion that being in Boston on election night will connect Romney to Massachusetts’ liberal image, especially passage of his state health care plan.”

March 3, 2012: “Utahns say Romney the only Republican who can beat Obama, new poll shows” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret News)“Kirk Jowers, a longtime Romney adviser and head of the U.’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, said he believes Utahns are paying more attention to the nomination fight than residents of other states.”

March 3, 2012: “Poll: Utah voters believe Romney’s Mormon faith hurting him less this time” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret News)“‘There’s no question that Romney’s religion is a mixed bag,’ said Kirk Jowers, a longtime Romney advisor and head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. ‘It’s been incredibly helpful to him in some states, in fundraising, in volunteers, in imaging,’ Jowers said. Romney was able to count on LDS voters in states like Nevada and Arizona to help deliver victories.”

March 2, 2012: “Poll: Utahns support Romney first; Obama next in line ” by Lisa Riley Roche (KSL) ”Kirk Jowers, a longtime Romney adviser and head of the U.’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, said he believes Utahns are paying more attention to the nomination fight than residents of other states.”

March 2, 2012: “Understanding Politics” (KSL) “Lindsay Zizumbo is the Internships Program Manager for the Hinckley Institute of Politics. She offers a few ways to wrap your brain around the big, seemingly complicated, political world.”

March 1, 2012: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers appeared live in KSL studio for a SPECIAL TOWN HALL MEETING ON THE AIR, with host Doug Wright and fellow guests Rep. Kraig Powell, GOP Chair Thomas Wright, and Democratic Chair Jim Dabakis to discuss Utah’s Caucus System.

February 29, 2012: “Upstart Political Party Seeks Leader to Help Group Work Against Partisan Politics” (PRWeb) ”‘Polls show that Americans are more frustrated and angrier at government than ever before,’ said Taylor Morgan, political programs manager for the Hinckley Institute of Politics at The University of Utah.”

February 29, 2012: “Notable Achievements: Feb. 29, 2012″ by Andreas Rivera (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”All three finalists for the Truman Scholarship Award are U students. This is the fourth consecutive year that all U final nominees have been selected as Truman Scholarship finalists, according to a press release from the Hinckley Institute of Politics, where all of the students have served internships. Harvard University and Stanford University are among the schools from which finalists are considered. The Truman Scholarship is a national award of $30,000 for graduate studies, with 3,000 students applying every year.”

February 28, 2012: “Wrong Taft. Wrong newspaper” by Francisco Kjolseth (Salt Lake Tribune) ”The Salt Lake Tribune State Sen. Karen Morgan joined former Sen. Bob Bennett at the Hinckley Institute of Politics on Tuesday to discuss the loss of civility in today’s politics.”

February 27, 2012: “Americans are anchored in the center” by Robert Bennett (Deseret News) ”I have been following politics all my life. The first Republican convention I remember in which there was a contest was 1952, when Dwight D. Eisenhower narrowly outmaneuvered William Howard Taft to win. From then until now, I have never seen a nomination fight like this one. Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

February 26, 2012: “Jason Chaffetz Supports Mitt Romney but Is Coy on Ambitions” by Daniel Newhauser (Roll Call) ”‘Chaffetz would be phenomenal as White House spokesman or working as some type of legislative liaison capacity,’ said Chaffetz confidant Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. ‘If President Romney felt he really needed Congressman Chaffetz to serve some role for him, he would probably be open to doing it.’”

February 25, 2012: “GOP presidential race will drag on, Romney backers say” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret News) ”Longtime Romney adviser Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, said this has already been “by far the most vetted nomination process in the history of our country,” including 20 GOP debates.”

February 25, 2012: “Romney’s race for GOP nomination will continue, supporters say ” by Lisa Riley Roche (KSL) ” Longtime Romney adviser Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, said this has already been ‘by far the most vetted nomination process in the history of our country,’ including 20 GOP debates.’”

February 25, 2012: “Jack Ambramoff, teen tanning and a boxing beauty queen” (KSL) ” In this Sunday Edition, “The Man Who Bought Washington,” convicted Lobbyist Jack Ambramoff explains his crimes and why he believes the federal political system is still broken {at the Hinckley Insittute of Politics]. Plus, we’ll take a closer look at a bill that would require parental consent for anyone under 18 to use a tanning bed. And, we’ll introduce you to a beauty queen with a great left hook.

February 25, 2012: “‘Excommunicated’ by GOP, Bob Bennett says Romney, religion, economy make 2012 election unique” by Jared Whitley (Deseret News) ”Sharing his “experiences of a practical politician, forcibly retired,” former Sen. Robert Bennett told an interfaith conference of Mormons and Protestants in Washington, D.C., that the 2012 election is proving to be one unlike any in his lifetime, and Gov. Mitt Romney’s religion is a key part of that.” Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.

February 24, 2012: “Washington’s most notorious lobbyist, Jack Abramoff, pushes for reform” by John Daley (Deseret News) “At the University of Utah [Hinckley Institute of Politics] Thursday, Abramoff talked about his new book, “Capitol Punishment: The Hard Truth About Washington Corruption from America’s Most Notorious Lobbyist. He writes about how he rose to the top and ended up serving 43 months in federal prison, an experience he said changed him.”

February 24, 2012: “Wealthy Utahns write big checks to Mitt Romney super PAC” by Matt Canham (Salt Lake Tribune) ”Kirk Jowers, a campaign finance lawyer and Romney supporter, said it makes sense that the super PAC would out-raise the campaign in Utah for two reasons.”

February 24, 2012: “Politics Up Close: Former Superlobbyist Jack Abramoff” by Jeff Robinson (KCPW) ”Less than two years after getting out of federal prison, former superlobbyist Jack Abramoff is in Utah, talking about the corrupt practices that led to his downfall and what should be done to put an end to such practices in Washington. We sat down with him at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

February 24, 2012: “Exposing Capitol’s secrets” by Andreas Rivera (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”Former lobbyist Jack Abramoff was the speaker at Thursday’s Hinckley Forum. He spoke to students about the corruption he witnessed and partook in during his time in prison.”

February 23, 2012: “Jack Abramoff comes to Utah on reform-oriented book tour ” by John Daley (KSL) ”Former lobbyist and influence peddler Jack Abramoff spoke at the University of Utah [Hinckley Institute of Politics] Thursday, advocating reforms in the lobbying system.”

February 23, 2012: “Hinckley Forum: Education forum discusses benefits of charter schools” by Megan Gessel (Daily Utah Chronicle)“Charter schools are often more able to prepare students for college than traditional public schools because they have academic rigor and smaller class sizes, said two speakers at the Hinckley forum Wednesday.”

Febuary 23, 2012: “U events desperately need to be organized” by Mimi Marstaller (Daily Utah Chronicle) “A few weeks ago I got an email about a Hinckley Institute forum happening the next day. The talk was fascinating but was attended mostly by students who had to be there for a class. The announcement of the event showed up on the Hinckley home page and the U’s Events page.”

February 23, 2012: “Study abroad deserves more credit” by Mark Pittman (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”Since 2006, the Hinckley Institute of Politics has provided more than $730,000 in scholarships directly to students undertaking international internships, with 300 students undertaking them in at least 35 countries. The institute sends about 80 students a year on international internships, and those numbers have been steadily growing.”

February 22, 2012: “The Hinckley Institute’s Kirk Jowers says Utah is leading the way in voter reform. [KSL]” (Political Cornflakes)

February 22, 2012: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers appeared on-air with host Neal Larson of KID Newsradio 590am/92.1fm, Idaho Falls, ID to discuss GOP presidential campaign

February 2012 – Zac Zabawa was featured in the local paper while serving a Hinckley internship in India.

February 21. 2012: ” Salty Citizen – Shake off the cynicism. A better Utah awaits” by Kirk Jowers (City Weekly) ”On one hand, we live in an incredibly vibrant place. We have unparalleled access to outdoor recreation, the arts, booming businesses, and a world-class research, Pac-12, BCS-busting university. Kirk Jowers is director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. He thanks Hinckley colleague Rochelle McConkie Parker for assisting with this feature.”

February 21, 2012: “”Utah leads way in solving voter registration problems” by Kirk Jowers (KSL) “Just a few years ago, Governor Jon Huntsman issued a challenge for Utah to improve some of the lowest voter turnout numbers in the nation. Governor Huntsman formed, and Governor Gary Herbert subsequently endorsed, a commission to explore the extent of the problem and make suggestions for improvement. Kirk L. Jowers is the University of Utah’s Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics and is a partner in the Washington, D.C. law firm of Caplin & Drysdale.”

February 20, 2012: “Entitlement spending must change” by Robert Bennett (Deseret News) “President Obama’s budget is out and it is an eye popper ” the largest peacetime one in history. Still, it claims to contain $1.7 trillion in budget cuts, or is it $2.4? Or some other number? Republicans insist that those cuts are phony and focus on the tax increases, which they put at $2 trillion. Maybe $3. Or more. Or less.Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

February 18, 2012: “Romney visits Utah, speaks at Olympic celebration” by Lisa Riley Roche (KLS) “‘A lot of people are nostalgic about the Olympics and upset at the falsehoods said about the Olympics for political purposes and they wanted to welcome their leader home,’ said Kirk Jowers, a Romney adviser and head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.

February 18, 2012: “Mitt Romney relishes Olympic anniversary as opponents attempt to make his role as Games head political” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret News) “‘A lot of people are nostalgic about the Olympics and upset at the falsehoods said about the Olympics for political purposes and they wanted to welcome their leader home,’ said Kirk Jowers, a Romney adviser and head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

February 17, 2012: “Mediocrity of education continues” by Howard Stevenson and Cody Jenkins (Deseret News) ”The commission called for more homework, extended school years, higher standards for teachers, higher graduation requirements, more rigorous and measurable standards and stiffer requirements for admission to four-year colleges. The national report was followed by state reports calling for implementation of the recommendations and countless other five-year plans for reforming education. Howard Stephenson is a Utah State senator and the chair of the Public Education Appropriations Subcommittee. Cody Jenkins is an intern from the Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

February 17, 2012: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers was interviewed on KSL TV’s Evening News regarding Mitt Romney being in Salt Lake City.

February 17, 2012: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers was interviewed on KSL Radio regarding the Mitt Romney fundraiser at Little America

February 16, 2012: “Profs weigh in on Occupy pros, cons” by Megan Gessel (Daily Utah Chronicle) “Professor in the Sociology Department, Julie Stewart speaks on the Occupy Movement at the Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

February 14, 2012: “Biographer highlights the many sides of Honest Ab” by Megan Gessel (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”Biographer Ron Andersen highlighted a few of the president’s lesser-known qualities ” his humor, spirituality and fearlessness ” on Monday at aHinckley Institute of Politics forum.”

February 13, 2012: “Mormon church seeks to boost party caucus turnout ” by Lee Davidson (Salt Lake Tribune) ”‘It is a very significant step by the LDS Church,’ said Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

February 13, 2012: “A brokered convention? Dream on” by Robert Bennett (Deseret News) “With Republican presidential contender Rick Santorum’s surprise showing in three states last week, people are again talking about a “brokered convention.” What exactly is that, and how could it happen? Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’sHinckley Institute of Politics.”

February 11, 2012: “Tuesday losses for Romney cast doubt on frontrunner status ” by Lisa Riley Roche (KSL) ”‘Santorum has had difficulty in states where a lot of people vote, that require a broader outreach,’ said Kirk Jowers, a longtime Romney supporter and head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.

February 10, 2012: “Colonel says building trust is key in security, military strategies” by Kelly Jones (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”‘Counter-insurgency is about challenging assumptions, developing trust and not being afraid to get your boots dirty,’ he said in a Hinckley Institute of Politics forum on Thursday.”

February 10, 2012: “Romney’s ‘Horrible Tuesday’ signals tough race ahead” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret News) ”‘Santorum and Gingrich have each had some victories and some colossal no-shows. Neither of them has shown the ability to mount a sustained campaign against Romney, said Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.“

February 10, 2012: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers was interviewed live on KSL News Radio’s Morning News with Grant and Amanda.

February 7, 2012, Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers was interviewed live on KSL Radio’s Doug Wright Show regarding the Missouri, Minnesota, and Colorado GOP presidential races.

February 6, 2012: “Candidates need economic policy to win” by Robert Bennett (Deseret News) ”With the Florida primary behind us, pundits are now pouring through its exit polls to come up with numbers to tell us where Mitt Romney’s strengths and weaknesses lie. Pollsters are doing the same with numbers attached to President Obama’s current approval ratings, giving us state-by-state projections of his likely electoral vote count. Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

February 6, 2012: “Would Mormon church influence Romney if president?” by Matt Canham (Scrippsnews.com) “Former Utah GOP Sen. Bob Bennett, who is Mormon and a Romney supporter, said it shouldn’t shock anyone that the LDS Church asks national politicians for help on occasion. Bennett predicted the LDS Church would be more hesitant to weigh in on a political issue if Romney were in the White House.”

February 6, 2012: “Romney has solid lead ahead of Tuesday’s triple primary” by John Daley (KSL) “‘When you look at it right now — and what he did in Florida, what he did in Nevada, the states coming up between now and Super Tuesday — it’s hard to see anything going wrong for him,’ said Kirk Jowers, a Romney supporter.”

February 2, 2012; “Law prof advocates stifling extremism” by Jake Stout (Daily Utah Chronicle) “All these questions were predicated on decisions of morality and ethics, the key issues behind extremism and targeted killing, which Guiora spoke about at Hinckley Institute of Politics forum Wednesday.”

January 31, 2012: “Romney wins big, but not big enough to end nomination race” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret News) ”University of Utah Hinckley Institute of Politics head Kirk Jowers, a longtime Romney adviser, said Florida sends a message to voters in the upcoming primary states. ‘South Carolina seemed to call in to question whether he had the fight necessary to take on Obama and his billion dollars,’ Jowers said. ‘There’s no question that Florida answered Mitt is ready, willing and able.’”

January 31, 2012: “Hits and Misses” by Katharine Biele (City Weekly) “So, as Durham steps down from the chief-justice spot, Utah women should be encouraged by the nonpartisan Real Women Run effort, sponsored by the YWCA and Hinckley Institute of Politics.The first event anticipated 40 attendees and got 300, which may attest to the interest. Right now, only 17 percent of the Utah Legislature is female and there are no female federal lawmakers. Durham, of course, represents the best for women, and, hopefully, will serve as a guiding light.”

January 2012: “Women meet in Sandy for leadership training” by JM Martin (Sandy Journal) ”The event was the product of a partnership between the YWCA of Salt Lake City, The Hinckley Institute of politics at the University of Utah and an organizing committee of 20 prominent women in positions of leadership.”

January 30, 2012: “Despite Gingrich, Romney says he’ll get the nomination” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret News) ”Longtime Romney supporter Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, said none of the remaining candidates are likely to be ready to leave the race right away. Besides Gingrich, Texas Rep. Ron Paul and former Pennsylvania Sen. Rick Santorum are still in the running. Both have left Florida and are campaigning in other states.”

January 30, 2012: “Romney adjusts, moves Florida polls” by Robert Bennett (Deseret News) “The Florida Primary may determine the race for the Republican nomination. In 2008, it was McCain’s win there that eliminated Romney. If that proves to be the case this time, it will be because of “halftime adjustments,” to use a football term, that Team Romney made as a result of the outcome in South Carolina. (Full disclosure ” I am a Romney supporter.) Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

January 30, 2012: “Race for GOP presidential nomination going the distance, but Mitt Romney says he’ll eventually win” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret News) ”Longtime Romney supporter Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, said none of the remaining candidates are likely to be ready to leave the race right away.”

January 30, 2012: “Democracy Day 2012″ (City Weekly) ”Interested in the legislative process? Register for this FREE event and find out more. If you have ever wanted to learn more about the political process, meet your legislators or tour the capitol, register now for Democracy Day 2012. Special events this year include a mock debate between the Chairmen of Utah’s major political parties, and a keynote speech from Kirk L. Jowers.”

January 30, 2011: Kirk Jowers, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics will be the keynote speaker AARP’s and CAP’s Democracy Day and moderate a debate between Republican Chairman Thomas Wright and Democratic Chairman Jim Dabakis.

January 27, 2012: “Hinckley forum: Utah Legislature to consider popular vote bill” by Jake Stout (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”Panek was speaking at the Hinckley Institute of Politics on Thursday for a bipartisan event promoting a change to the way votes are tallied in presidential elections.”

January 25, 2012: “Climate change could put food at risk” by Tiffany Justice (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”Emanuela Bozzini, a research fellow at the University of Trento and Fulbright Schuman Fellow, spoke about the possible effects of climate change at Tuesday’s Hinckley Forum.”

January 24, 2012: “Utah higher education must adapt or die, Harvard business innovator tells legislators” by Ladd Brubaker (Deseret News) ”Afterward, Pershing said he has also been influenced by the book’s ideas. However, he said coursework is not the only product that the U. offers, but experiences provided by programs such as the Hinckley Institute of Politics and others.”

January 23, 2012: “With growing turnout, student voters can inspire candidates” by Mark Pittman (Daily Utah Chronicle) “‘University students always play a huge role in presidential campaigns,’ said Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics. ‘Because no amount of money or organization can compensate for a lack of passion and on-the-ground work, which is provided primarily by students.’

January 23, 2012: “Economic recovery depends on political stability” by Robert Bennett (Deseret News) ”Let us hope that the news stays good or even improves. However, it ignores a potential problem facing us in 2012 which could change everything ” the unresolved financial problems in the rest of the world. Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

January 22, 2012: “Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers was interviewed on Fox 13 regarding the SC Primary and Florida.”

January 20, 2012: “Lawyers support minorities on the bench during MLK Week” by Kelly Jones (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”The Hinckley Institute held a Celebrating Utah First discussion panel with Judge VerniceTrease; Judge Raymond S. Uno; Trystan Smith; Robert Flores; Sheldon Spotted Elk.The forum was moderated by Dr. M. David Rudd, Dean, College of Social and Behavioral Science, and was part of the 2012 Martin Luther King Celebration.”

January 20, 2012: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers was interviewed live on KSL News Radio’s Morning News with Grant and Amanda.

January 19, 2012: “Alumni lobbyists redefine their roles in government” by Dan Treasure (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”On Wednesday at theHinckley Institute of Politics, U alumni and lobbyists David Spatafore and Lincoln Shurtz spoke to a full house about their jobs.”

January 18, 2012: “Rep. Ivory says keep separation of state duties” by Dan Treasure (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”Rep. Ken Ivory, R-West Jordan, framed an argument for states’ rights through the lens of national debt and health care reform at a Hinckley Institute of Politicsforum Tuesday.”

January 18, 2012: “Poll: Only 1/3 of Utahns Participate in Utah’s Caucus System” by Bob Bernick (Utah Policy.com) ”Leaders of the group, which include former Utah Gov. Mike Leavitt, Hinckley Institute of Politics executive director Kirk Jowers and Exoro partner and UPD publisher LaVarr Webb, said they didn’t have enough time before the April 15 petition filing deadline to gather the estimated 100,000 voter signatures required.”

January 17, 2012: “Huntsman has many options — including Senate bid” by Thomas Burr (Scripps News) ”‘Huntsman would be glad to serve in the next administration,’ said Kirk Jowers, a friend and backer of Romney and head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

January 17, 2012, Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers was interviewed live in-studio on KSL Radio’s Doug Wright Show regarding Huntsman dropping out of the GOP presidential race.

January 17, 2012: “Getting women to run” (Deseret News) ”Two years ago, a Dan Jones & Associates poll for the Deseret News/KSL in conjunction with the Hinckley Institute found that women make up 55 percent of Republican voters in the state but only 25 percent of convention delegates. On the Democrats’ side, women were 60 percent of voters and only 43 percent of delegates. Young people and newcomers to the state also were disproportionately represented.”

January 17, 2012: “The Ins and Outs of the 2012 Presidential Election” “Presented by Kirk Jowers Director, the Hinckley Institute of Politics and the Director for Federal Relations, The University of Utah

January 16, 2012: “Huntsman: Smart choice to get out now, expert says” by Andrew Adams (KSL) ”Hinckley Institute of Politics directorKirk Jowers says Huntsman’s performance in New Hampshire was nice but not good enough to spur more fundraising beyond the Granite State. And he still trailed in the polls in places like South Carolina.”

January 16, 2012: “Mitt Romney’s technology driven campaign” by Robert Bennett (Deseret News) ”However, a large percentage of potential voters fail to participate, so a candidate may not have moved up by changing minds; instead, he might have increased his total by getting passive supporters off the bench and onto the field. Every campaign needs a good “ground game” to identify and stimulate such potential voters. Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’sHinckley Institute of Politics.”

January 16, 2012: “Women take on leadership at conference” by Jason Asay (Standard Examiner) “On Saturday, nearly 300 women attended the “Real Women Run: Find Your Voice” leadership training conference, sponsored by the YWCA and the University of Utah’sHinckley Institute of Politics.”

January 16, 2012: “Next for Huntsman: Senate bid? Romney Cabinet? 2016? ” by Thomas Burr (Salt Lake Tribune) ”[S]aid Kirk Jowers, a friend and backer of Romney and head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics[:] . . . ‘From what I know of Romney, he’s incredibly magnanimous and very focused on doing what’s right for the country. . . . I don’t think Huntsman has burned any bridges with Romney.’

January 16, 2012: “Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers was interviewed live in-studio on Fox TV’s News regarding Huntsman dropping out of the GOP presidential race.

January 16, 2012: “Huntsman’s decision to quit presidential race ‘came from his gut’” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret News) ”;Huntsman put everything into New Hampshire. It was the proverbial ‘Hail Mary’ and it didn’t’ make it to the end zone,’ said Kirk Jowers, a Romney supporter who advised Huntsman as governor. ‘So it was inevitable he was going to drop out. Jowers, director of the University of Utah’sHinckley Institute of Politics, said Huntsman likely took time after New Hampshire’s election “to make sure everyone was at peace with abandoning the fight.’”

January 16, 2012: “Huntsman dropping out not a surprise to some political observers” by Aaaron Vaughn (Fox 13) ”‘You realize it’s inevitable that he can’t win. Almost inevitable that Romney’s going to win,’ says director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics Kirk Jowers. ‘So you drop out, endorse the frontrunner and live to fight another day.’

January 15, 2012: “Utah’s caucus system: Repair or replace?” by Billy Hesterman (Daily Herald) ”‘The great thing about the parallel track is it keeps everything that is good about the caucus convention system,’ said Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and a member of Leavitt’s group. ‘This adds the component that allows the rest of your party’s voters to have a say in who represents the party.’”

January 15, 2012: “Romney’s spot on GOP ticket could increase Utah voter turnout” by John Daley (Desert News) “‘I tend to think that Democrats are in a lot of trouble if Mitt is at the top of the ticket,’ said Romney adviser Kirk Jowers, the director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics. Veteran political observers in Utah believe Romney’s impact could drive voter turnout up 3 percent or more.”

January 15, 2012, Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers was interviewed live in-studio on Fox TV’s 9 pm News regarding Huntsman dropping out of the GOP presidential race.

January 15, 2012, Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers was interviewed live in-studio on KSL TV’s 10 pm News regarding Huntsman dropping out of the GOP presidential race.

January 15, 2012, Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers was interviewed on CBS Radio regarding Jon Huntsman’s announcement that he was dropping out of the presidential race and endorsing Mitt Romney.

January 14, 2012: “Real Women Run conference encourages women to get involved in politics” by Brittany Green-Miner (Fox 13) ”The group held their inaugural event, sponsored by The Hinckley Institute and the Salt Lake City chapter of the YWCA, on Saturday in Salt Lake City to help teach and encourage women to run for public office.”

January 14, 2012: “Hundreds of women participate in public leadership training” (Deseret News) ”Real Women Run is a collaborative nonpartisan effort. In addition to the YWCA and The Hinckley Institute, the partnership includes Salt Lake Community College, Vision 2020, representatives from all political parties in Utah, League of Women Voters, AAUW, current and former elected female officials, Westminster College, and other community organizations that support women.”

January 14, 2012: “Hundreds of women express interest in public leadership” (KSL) ”Real Women Run is a collaborative nonpartisan effort. In addition to the YWCA and The Hinckley Institute, the partnership includes Salt Lake Community College, Vision 2020, representatives from all political parties in Utah, League of Women Voters, AAUW, current and former elected female officials, Westminster College, and other community organizations that support women.”

January 14, 2012: “Real Women Run” (Women’s Resource Center) ”But if today’s event is at all indicative of future ballots, we’re in luck! Many Utah women are ready and willing to take on the important and respected role of Public Servant“ and now they’ve got backup! The YWCA, Zions Bank, Salt Lake Community College, the Hinckley Institute of Politics,Vision 20/20, the Utah Democratic Party, and the Uta GOP- along with numerous past and present representatives and senators- have all declared their support for the bold and brilliant concept of equal representation! Here’s to progress!”

January 14, 2012: “Martin Luther King Jr. events in Utah ” (Salt Lake Tribune) ”The University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politicspresents “Celebrating Utah Firsts” with some of the first people of color to join Utah’s legal profession, 12:15 p.m., Orson Spencer Hall, Room 255.”

January 13, 2012: “Real Women Run” (ABC 4) “The Hinckley Institute’s mission is to promote citizen involvement in government “ our mission is not being fulfilled if half of the population isn’t fully engaging in the political process. Hinckley Institute Founder Robert H. Hinckley said, ˜Making up your mind to begin the battle is half the game; nerve to stick to the finish is the other half.’ The Real Women Run initiative is here to first empower Utah women to want to be politically active and then give them the tools and confidence to make it happen,’ said Lindsay Zizumbo, Program Manager, Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

January 13, 2012: “Campus takes a week to celebrate life of MLK” by Emily Andrews (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”The week will conclude with a forum at the Hinckley Institute of Politics on Jan. 19, with a panel discussion on issues of race in Utah.”

January 12, 2012: “Real Women Run This Saturday!” by Eric Peterson (City Weekly) ”This weekend’s political-organizing boot camp for women is more than just complimentary breakfast and a good keynote speaker, says Hinckley Institute Program Manager Lindsay Zizumbo. ‘We’re hoping to build a network of women [in politics],’ Zizumbo says.”

January 12, 2012: “Boot camp for aspiring women politicos” (Salt Lake Tribune) ”The YWCA of Salt Lake City and Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah are organizing the public leadership training boot camp. The effort is backed by the Utah League of Women Voters.”

January 12, 2012: “FreedomWorks prepared to spend big money in Utah to defeat Hatch” by Dennis Romboy (Desret News) ”In 2010, the group initially stood behind Tim Bridgewater to unseat three-term Sen. Bob Bennett until it found out Bridgewater had received federal money for one of his businesses, said Kirk Jowers, executive director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. They shifted to now-Sen. Mike Lee, who ousted Bennett at the convention.”

January 11, 2012: “Free training Saturday intended to help more Utah women seek elected office” by Marjorie Cortez (Deseret News) ” The training, which has been organized by the YWCA Salt Lake City and the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, will also encourage women to work on political campaigns, serve on public boards and commissions and participate in public policymaking. ‘The ‘Real Women Run’ initiative is here to first empower Utah women to want to be politically active and then give them the tools and confidence to make it happen,’ said Lindsay Zizumbo, the Hinckley Institute’s program manager for state and local internships.”

January 10, 2012: “Rocky road to recovery for fallen MEC” by Jordan Vogel (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”After director Bahman Baktiari was fired over a plagiarism scandal, the center lost a federal grant worth $4.5 million and an audit showed large money loss, the beleaguered center has undergone a dramatic restructuring. Two interim co-directors, Kirk Jowers of the Hinckley Institute of Politics and Bob Goldberg of the Tanner Humanities Center were hired to help rebuild the center.”

January 10, 2012: “Real Women Run” by Jerre Wroble (City Weekly) ”The free training, sponsored by the YWCA Salt Lake City and the U’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, encourages women not only to run for office but to work on campaigns and serve on public boards and commissions. Why are there so few women in Utah politics? Are men not making them feel welcome, or are women just not stepping up?”

January 9, 2012: “CityViews 1/10/12: Why Don’t We Vote?” (KCPW) ”Utahns have a reputation for being good-hearted souls, volunteering and donating organs in record numbers. But that virtue dsn’t extend to the ballot box, with only one in four eligible Utahns registered to vote. On Tuesday, we’re talking about Utah’s dismal voting record and what can be done to involve more citizens in our democracy. Guests: Jennifer Gonnelly, League of Women Voters of Utah and Dr. Tim Chambless, political science professor, University of Utah”

J anuary 9, 2012: “U.S. needs entitlement restructuring” by Robert Bennett (Deseret News) “$1.7 trillion, or 58 percent of that number, came about without any action by either Congress or the president. It accrued as a liability simply because the nation became a year older. How is that possible? Because of our entitlement programs. Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

January 8, 2012: “A better nominating process” by Michael Leavitt (Deseret News) “If I had one New Year’s resolution for our state it would be to reverse a more than 40-year general decline in voter participation. Utah used to set a high standard for civic engagement. Now we consistently rank among the bottom five states in the country for voter turnout. It’s a black eye on our state and a harbinger of trouble ahead if we don’t reverse the trend.”

January 6, 2012: “Chris Herrod to take on Hatch, socialism in bid for U.S. Senate” by Dennis Romboy (Deseret News) “Herrod’s entry into the race might be good news for Hatch, said Kirk Jowers, executive director of the University of Utah Hinckley Institute of Politics. Herrod and Liljenquist could split the delegate vote at the state GOP convention in April, he said.

January 5, 2012: “Love launches congressional bid as budget hawk ” by Robert Gehrke (Salt Lake Tribune) ”I think the 4th District is by far the most compelling race in Utah for 2012,” said Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah. “It’s a fascinating convention fight that I think is almost guaranteed a primary, and the winner has to go against the most formidable Democrat in Matheson.”

January 4, 2012: “We’ve finally arrived at votes that count. We’ll review the results of the Iowa Caucuses with several political experts: Mike Lyons, Associate Professor of Political Science at USU; Kirk Jowers, Director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics; Deseret News columnists, LaVarr Webb and Frank Pignanelli; and Quin Monson, BYU Assistant Professor of Political Science and Associate Director at the Center for the study of Elections and Democracy.” (UPR)

January 4, 2012: “Romney, Santorum look to increase Iowa momentum in NH ” by Keith McCord (KSL) ” “For Santorum, it is a huge lift,” said Kirk Jowers, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics. “Because there was a guy — ˜Mr. Irrelevant’ — for 11 months, and now he has a very nice ticket out of Iowa. Whether he has anything left is a big question.”

January 3, 2012: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers appeared on KLO Radio with Walter Platz to preview the Iowa Caucus.

January 2, 2012: “What we learn from Iowa caucuses” by Robert Bennett (Deseret News) ”The weekend press has been full of predictions about tomorrow’s Iowa caucuses, with new polls showing massive voter shifts. Gingrich now appears destined for third or even fourth place, with Mitt Romney having a late surge along with Ron Paul and Rick Santorum. High drama with the nomination hanging in the balance. Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

January 2, 2012: “Mormon view on role of governing is distinct ” by Lee Davidson (Salt Lake Tribune) ”In his major 2007 speech on religion and politics during the last campaign, Romney echd that view. “Americans acknowledge that liberty is a gift of God,” he said, “not an indulgence of government.” Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, said such beliefs contribute to a tendency toward conservative politics among Mormons. They help show “a hands-off approach to government,” he said, “and Republicans are seen as embodying that more than Democrats.”

2011 MEDIA COVERAGE

December 29, 2011: “Americans got poorer as Congress’ wealth doubled ” by John Daley (KSL) ”‘It’s more and more expensive to run for office,” said Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics. “You need someone who can afford to quit their job or at least take a leave.’”

Decmeber 27, 2011: “Crucial two weeks for Mitt Romney” by Chris Vanocur (ABC 4) ”Kirk Jowers, the head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics told ABC 4, ’The next two weeks are potentially everything.’”

December 27, 2011: “Caucus commotion: Iowa battle for the GOP nomination nears climax ” by John Daley (KSL) ”Michele Bachmann and Rick Perry are both on statewide bus tours, hoping to jump start their campaigns. Turnout, as always, will be key. Kirk Jowers, a Romney advisor, says that could hinge on weather.”

December 27, 2011: “‘Real Women Run’ – Public Leadership Training Empowers Women to Actively Pursue Politics” (Utah Pulse.com) ”‘The Hinckley Institute’s mission is to promote citizen involvement in government “ our mission is not being fulfilled if half of the population isn’t fully engaging in the political process. Hinckley Institute Founder Robert H. Hinckley said, ˜Making up your mind to begin the battle is half the game; nerve to stick to the finish is the other half.’ The Real Women Run initiative is here to first empower Utah women to want to be politically active and then give them the tools and confidence to make it happen,’ said Lindsay Zizumbo, Program Manager, Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

December 27, 2011: “Year-end review: Huntsman, Romney jump into race for White House ” by Paul Nelson (KSL) ”Speculation about a possible run at the White House by former Utah Governor Jon Huntsman began in late January when he stepped down as the U.S. Ambassador to China. Hinckley Institute of Politics Director Kirk Jowers said it would be an interesting dance between Huntsman and whver else entered.”

December 27, 2011: “‘Real Women Run’ – Public Leadership Training Empowers Women to Actively Pursue Politics” (Utah Policy.com) ” The Hinckley Institute’s mission is to promote citizen involvement in government “ our mission is not being fulfilled if half of the population isn’t fully engaging in the political process. Hinckley Institute Founder Robert H. Hinckley said, ˜Making up your mind to begin the battle is half the game; nerve to stick to the finish is the other half.’ The Real Women Run initiative is here to first empower Utah women to want to be politically active and then give them the tools and confidence to make it happen, said Lindsay Zizumbo, Program Manager, Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

December 26, 2011: “Newt Gingrich’s position on courts wrong” by Robert Bennett (Deseret News) ” Delegates to the Constitutional Convention separated power by creating three separate branches of government and giving each an advantage over the other two. The legislative branch got the power of the purse, to control the money. The executive branch got the power of the sword, to enforce the law and control the military. The judiciary branch got life tenure, shielding it from political pressure when making decisions. c

December 26, 2011: “Congressmen should live in district they represent, poll shows” by Dennis Romboy (Deseret News) ”Kirk Jowers, executive director of the University of Utah Hinckley Institute of Politics, said he thinks Chaffetz has mostly muted any complaints against him. The Republican congressman represents the 3rd District but lives in the 2nd District. Redistricting, however, placed him the 3rd District starting with the 2012 election.”

December 23, 2011: “World Bank Executive Director Will Visit Utah, Share Global Business Opportunities” (Utah Pulse.com) ”The Utah business community will have the unique opportunity to host the Executive Director of the World Bank, Honorable Ian Solomon, on January 13, at 8:30 a.m. at the Salt Lake Chamber. Director Solomon will discuss global business opportunities in products services and consulting with the business in the morning session. His afternoon presentation will take place at the University of Utah- Hinckley Institute of Politics, where he will speak on the topic of globalization, its challenges and opportunities.”

December 21, 2012: “2 interim directors to begin repairing damaged Middle East Center” by Andreas Rivera (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”Kirk Jowers,director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, and Bob Goldberg, director of the Tanner Humanities Center were appointed Tuesday.”

December 20, 2011: “University of Utah charts new course for struggling Middle East Center ” by Brian Maffly (Salt Lake Tribune) ”College of Humanities Dean Robert Newman on Tuesday named two respected U. scholars as interim co-directors ” political scientist Kirk Jowers, director of theHinckley Institute of Politics, and historian Robert Goldberg, director of the Tanner Humanities Center. They will run the center for two years, after which a permanent leader will be found.”

December 19, 2011: “Who’s more electable, Mitt Romney or Newt Gingrich?” by Robert Bennett (Deseret News) ”What will be the deciding factor in determining the winner? At the beginning of the debate last Thursday, Fox News commentators said the No. 1 question raised by viewers who texted in their pre-debate comments was electability. Republican voters wanted to know which candidate was best positioned to beat Obama. Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

December 19, 2011: “Considering Utah’s Caucus and Convention System” by Bob Bernick (Utah Policy.com) ”Kirk Jowers of the University of Utah’sHinckley Institute of Politics believes Utah’s caucus/convention system is not working well. He favors, at the very least, opening up that system by the political parties themselves loosening their 60 percent candidate nomination rule. ‘That alone would get more (candidates) into primary elections,’ he told a special seminar/debate on the topic hosted by the foundation in the Zions Bank headquarters.”

December 16, 2011: “Bob Bernick’s Notebook: Changes to Utah’s Nominating System Will Wait” by Bob Bernick (Utah Policy.com) ”In any case, Webb and Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, told the Salt Lake Tribune that it would just be too difficult to run a citizen petition in 2012. But the effort could be mounted in 2014 or beyond.”

December 15, 2011: “Utah’s Unique Caucus System – The Pros and Cons” by Doug Fabrizio (KUER – Radio West) Kirk Jowers, director of theHinckley Institute of Politics was live on KUER to discuss the current caucus-convention system.

December 15, 2011: “Utah election reformers pull back from 2012 target” by Robert Gehrke (Salt Lake Tribune) ”Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, said his group remains convinced that something needs to be done to boost Utah’s voter participation, and that changing Utah’s unique convention system for nominating candidates could do that.”

December 15, 2011: “Rep. Jim Matheson jumps to 4th Congressional District for re-election” by Deniis Romboy (Deseret News ”‘The primary and the general (election) will be must-see politics,’ said Kirk Jowers, executive director of the University of Utah Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

December 15, 2011: “Utah voter participation down” by Brittany Green-Miner (Fox 13) ”Kirk Jowers of the Hinkley Institute of Politics says that’s what is keeping mainstream voters away from the polls. ‘The one thing we always find is when voter participation gs down, polarization and extremism gs up. If we can get everyone involved, we think we have a better chance to solve our state’s and our nation’s problems,’ said Jowers.”

December 14, 2011: “Gingrich staffer says Romney’s religion could lead to his defeat” (Fox 13) ”‘It tells me religion [is] still an issue, it’s still a concern, still a factor when Iowa voters, or voters in any one of the upcoming primary states are thinking about which candidate to vote for,’ said University of Utah’s Institute of Politics professor Tim Chambless.”

December 12, 2011: “Examining federal revenue sources” by Robert Bennett (Deseret News) ”User fees are just what the name implies. Those who use cars and trucks on public roads pay for highway construction and repair through the gas tax. Those who fly on airlines fund the Federal Aviation Administration through the ticket tax. Those who visit national parks support park maintenance with admission fees, and so on. Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

December 11, 2011: “Romney’s wager comment in debate may have cost him, experts say ” by John Daley (KSL) “Kirk Jowers appeared on KSL to Romney’s comments in the Republican devate. See video here.

December 7, 2011: “Pete Suazo Business Center recognizes Utah leaders for their commitment to minority entrepreneurs” (Deseret News) ”Former Utah Sen. Bob Bennett, a resident scholar at the Hinckley Institute of Politics; Dr. Matthew Holland, president of Utah Valley University; and Spencer P. Eccles, executive director of the Governor’s Office of Economic Development, were recognized during a special dinner.”

December 7, 2011: “Cut caucus-convention power ” by Sheryl Allen (Salt Lake Tribune) ”Gov. Jon Huntsman’s Commission on Strengthening Utah’s Democracy worked diligently to determine why Utah’s voter participation had tanked from leading the nation in voter turnout to a ranking that is now a miserable 50 percent. According to Commission Chair and Hinckley Institute of Politics Director Kirk Jowers, The 800-pound gorilla of our democratic malaise is the caucus-and-convention system.

December 5, 2011: “Is the GOP race down to Romney and Gingrich? ” by John Daley (KSL) “Romney adviser Kirk Jowers says it’s unclear how Gingrich will fare with the scrutiny that comes with frontrunner status. ‘I think it’s clear that Romney will be in that championship game, but we still don’t know if Gingrich is going to be able to hang on and be the anti- Romney,’ Jowers said.”

December 5, 2011: “On climate change, let sense rule” by Robert Bennett (Deseret News) ”Last week, in Durban, South Africa, The 17th conference of the parties concerned with the question of climate change began its meetings. It is considered the last hope to revive the Kyoto Protocol, which former Vice President Al Gore proclaimed as the definitive blueprint for reversing the trend of carbon emissions. Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.

December 5, 2011: “System needs imagination: U requires rethinking” by Michael Ukkestad (Daily Utah Chronicle) It is not just a matter for faculty and administrators. As students, it is our responsibility to search out the paths we want to take in our education. Utilizing the resources that are already present, such as the Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program or the internships available through the Hinckley Institute of Politics, allows us to shape our own education.”

December 4, 2011: “Dec. 4: Utah candidate nomination, Carl Wimmer and Charity Lift 2011 ” by Bruce Lindsay (KSL) ”Joining us to discuss that wasKirk Jowers, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah. He is part of the group pushing for reform. Also joining the discussion, leaders from Utah’s major political parties, Thomas Wright, chair of the Republican party and Jim Dabakis, chair of the Democratic party.”

December 3, 2011: “Romney and Huntsman have differing leadership styles” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret News) ”Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and a longtime Romney friend and supporter, said . . . “It’s ingrained in him to dig below the superficial answers.’Utahns saw that firsthand when Romney took over the Olympics, Jowers said. ‘We saw him come in and deal with the very complex situation with the Olympics, which dealt with everything from intense security after 9/11 to generating international and local support after the scandal.’”

Decmeber 3, 2011: “U professor: Cain’s determination to overcome obstacles kept him in the race” by Brittany Green-Miner (Fox 13) ”Tim Chambless, a professor at the U’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, says Cain’s personality is what kept him in the race for so long; he thought he’d be able to weather the political firestorm.”

December 2, 2011: “Ann Romney campaigns for Mitt in Utah” by Lisa Riley Roche (KSL) ”Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and a longtime Romney supporter, agreed. ”The wonderful thing about Ann,” he said, “is that no one humanizes her husband more.”

December 1, 2011: “Time asks why voters don’t like Mitt” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret News) “Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and a longtime supporter of Romney, said it’s unfair to say voters dislike him. Jowers said voters understand that “all good candidates evolve with the world around them, and with the new positions they’re seeking,” including Rommey.”

November 28, 2011: “Eighty percent is better than nothing” by Robert Bennett (Deseret News) ”No, they’re not. Oh, to be sure, each party has its share of activists and officeholders who are ideologically brain-frozen, ego-driven, truly clueless or some combination thereof. But the majority of people who get into the political fray, from the left or the right, do so because they are patriotic Americans who are truly concerned about the direction of their country and honestly believe they can help solve its problems. Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

November 27, 2011: “Gingrich wins NH backing as Romney plugs along ” by Phillip Elliot (KSL) “Kirk Jowers appeared on KSL to discuss Gingrich’s endorsement in NH. See video here.”

November 25, 2011: “Utah’s unique system for nominating candidates under scrutiny” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret News) ”The alliance also includes former Gov. Michael Leavitt and his former chief of staff, Rich McKeown, as well as University of Utah Hinckley Institute of Politics Director Kirk Jowers. Jowers has been an outspoken critic of the current selection system.”

November 23, 2011: “Count on cyclists: Number of bikers in Salt Lake City is growing ” by Heather May (Salt Lake Tribune) ”The count was coordinated by University of Utah student Andrew Coffey, an intern from the Hinckley Institute of Politics. Cyclists at the U. were also counted this year as the school finalizes a bicycle and pedestrian master plan.”

November 20, 2011: “Report: Politicians may cater to caucus delegates” (Associated Press) ”In conjunction with the study, the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah will host a debate in December between the chairmen of the state’s major parties.”

November 18, 2011: “Bob Bernick’s Notebook: Utah’s Nominating System and Reforming the Electoral College” by Bob Bernick (Utah Pulse) ” The group, which includes UtahPolicy owner/publisher LaVarr Webb, former Gov. Mike Leavitt, and Hinckley Institute of Politics director Kirk Jowers, among others, is thinking of running a citizen initiative petition in 2012 which would allow a party member who gathers 2 percent of the voter signatures from the last general election to put his name on the primary ballot.”

November 18, 2011: “Judge students attend forum at Hinckley Institute” (Internmountain Catholic) ”Journalism is changing, and there is no doubt about it. While online journalism and media are exploding, print journalism is lacking profits. During the week of Oct 24-28, the Hinckley Institute of Politics put on the 15th Annual Rocco C. and Marion S. Siciliano Forum, “Considerations on the Status of the American Society,” which examined “The Future of Journalism.”

November 17, 2012: “Funds needed for food programs” by Nic Dunn (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”During a Hinckley Forum on chronic hunger, students listened to three panelists discuss the challenges of fighting hunger in the state, as well as how students can get involved.”

November 17, 2011: “Group nears crunch time on proposed election reform” by Robert Gehrke (Salt Lake Tribune) ”The plan ” formulated by Webb, Leavitt, Leavitt’s former chief of staff Rich McKeown, and Hinckley Institute of Politics director Kirk Jowers ” would let candidates circumvent the party convention system by gathering enough signatures to go directly to the primary ballot.”

November 17, 2011: “Utah Foundations studies candidate nominating system” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret News) ”A debate between the head of that study, University of Utah Hinckley Institute of Politics head Kirk Jowers, and the state’s Republican and Democratic party chairmen is set for Dec. 16. Don’t expect changes in the system anytime soon, Krs said. ‘If anybody picks up the challenge of trying to reform this system, nobody expects it would be done so quickly it would change the system for 2012,’ he said.”

November 17, 2011: “Utah Foundation Report on The Politics and Process of Utah’s Unique Convention and Primary System” (Utah Pulse) ” In addition to publishing the report, Utah Foundation will host a luncheon forum on this topic on December 16th, featuring the state Republican and Democratic Party chairs, along with the director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, discussing the potential for reform to this nominating syste

November 16, 2011: “Former Utah senator suggests raising gas tax” by David Fierro (KSL) “Bennett said the likelihood of a gas tax increase is slim because Congress ds not have the stomach for it. ‘It is heresy in Washington today to increase taxes on anything, particularly among those who were just elected because they ran on the campaign promise that they would not increase taxes, he said.” Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

November 16, 2011: “Coalition seeks to steer more women into Utah politics” by Dan Harrie (Salt Lake Tribune) ” Expected to attend Thursday’s social are state Reps. Rebecca Chavez-Houck and Jennifer Seelig, former state lawmakers Jackie Biskupski, Sheryl Allen, Lorie Fowlke, Julie Fisher and former Salt Lake City Mayor Deedee Corradini, said Lindsay Zizumbo, program manager for University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

November 15, 2011: “Initiative encourages ‘real women’ to run for political office” by Marjoie Cortez (Deseret News) ”‘Our goal from this is to get more people involved. We want women to know that when they run, they win. Their voices need to be heard across the state of Utah, whether in elected offices or the volunteer level. And we’re here to help,’” said Lindsay Zizumbo, the Hinckley Institute of Politics‘ program manager for state and local internships.”

November 14, 2011: “History of Utah’s nominating process” by Robert Bennett (Deseret News) “Political parties initially picked their nominees by means of conventions. Then, roughly a century ago, some states started replacing conventions with “primary” elections, so named because they preceded the “general” election. Voters in those states registered as members of the party of their choice in order to vote in that party’s primary. The idea caught, on and primaries began to replace conventions in state after state. Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

November 12, 2011: “Gov. Herbert fundraiser gala gets sold-out attendance” by Aaron Vaugn (FOX 13) ”The gala’s perfectly legal. It’s right in line with the law and the spirit of Utah’s campaign finance laws,” says Kink Jowers of University of Utah’s Hinkley Institute of Politics. Jowers says he is torn. He is a select member of the governor’s advisory team and he knows the governor is obeying the rules. However, he ds not like the rules.”

November 11, 2011: “Ds Utah’s Nominating System Cater to Extremes?” by Bob Bernick (Utah Policy) ”Others working on the idea include Leavitt, a three-term elected governor and former head of the Environmental Protection Agency and federal department of Health and Human Services; Rich McKeown, Leavitt’s chief of staff both at the state and federal levels; and Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah and former head of a special governor’s commission on democracy and voting in Utah.”

November 11, 2011: “University of Utah and the YWCA announce new initiative ” ‘Real Women Run “ Find Your Voice.’(National Association of Women Business Owners) “The Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah and the YWCA Salt Lake City have announced a new initiative ” ‘Real Women Run “ Find Your Voice.’ The initiative is intended to empower women to participate fully in public life and leadership through elected political office at all levels, political appointments, working on campaigns, or simply learning more about our political system.”

November 2011: “Real Women Should Run” by Marilyn O’Dell (Leauge of Women Voters Newslwetter) ”To encourage women to run for public office, work on political campaigns, and serve on public board and commissions, YWCA-Salt Lake City and the Hinckley Institute of Politics have organized Real Women Run. The group has invited the League of Women Voters to join in planning, publicizing and participating in these events. Real Women Run is organizing two free nonpartisan events open to women throughout the state.”

November 11, 2011: “Politics Up Close: Real Women Run, LDS Dems and Auditor Controversy” by Jeff Robinson (KCPW) ”W ith only five in the Senate and 13 in the House of Representatives, the Utah Legislature ranks 43rd among the states for the number of women lawmakers. But a new initiative from the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and the YWCA of Salt Lake City aims to get more Utah women into government and public policy-making. We talked about the Real Women Run campaign with the Hinckley Institute’s Lindsay Zizumbo and former State Representative Lorie Fowlke of Orem.”

November 10, 2011: ” Analysis: Utah’s Caucus Convention System Hasn’t Hurt Many Incumbents” by Bob Bernick (Utah Policy) ”The alternative route plan is now being bandied about by a Republican group whose members consider themselves mainstream conservatives, and includes former Utah Gov. Mike Leavitt, University of Utah Hinckley Institute of Politics director Kirk Jowers, UtahPolicy owner/publisher LaVarr Webb, among others.”

Novmeber 8, 2011: “Political clubs fight apathy on local issues” by Nic Dunn (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”Jolin said the College Democrats try to put on events to help educate students. On Monday, Nov. 21, the College Democrats and College Republicans will hold an open debate on gay marriage and tax distribution. Organizers will also open the event to questions from the audience. The event will be 11 a.m. to noon in the Hinckley Caucus Room.”

November 8, 2011: “˜Low-level politics’ keep prof in City Council” by Andreas Rivera (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”Although city-level elections are the least participated in, they should matter the most to citizens”especially students, said Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics. ‘City policies actually impact [students] the most,’ he said. ‘Municipal government actually focuses on the issues that directly affect the neighborhoods students live in.’”

November 7, 2011: “Voter turnout may be low in municipal elections” by Jared Page (KSL) ”But municipal elections are a “tough sell,” particularly in odd-numbered years, when there are no presidential, gubernatorial or even state senate races to attract voters, said Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

November 7, 2011: “Low voter turnout expected for municipal elections” by Jared Page (Deseret News) ”But municipal elections are a “tough sell,” particularly in odd-numbered years, when there are no presidential, gubernatorial or even state senate races to attract voters, said Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

November 7, 2011: “Long-term problems abroad are real” by Robert Bennett (Deseret News) ”The wildly fluctuating stock market is back in the news; the European crisis is the driver between the uncertainty. One day the headline says the crisis is solved, and the market gs up; the next day it says it is not, and the market gs down.”

November 3, 2011: “Community Voices “ November 3, 2011″ (KPCW) ”Kirk Jowers, Director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, talks to co-hosts Linda Gorton and Larry Warren about all things political, from redistricting to the caucus system in Utah and its in making Utah in the bottom three of US states as far as voter participation gs.”

November 2, 2011: “Here Comes The Sun” by Katharine Biele (City Weekly) ”If this is a philosophical argument, then we wonder why Utah Sen. Howard Stephenson is all a-twitter about the U’s Hinckley Institute of Politics‘ Kirk Jowers having a vanity scholarship in his name, and maybe directing its use. Stephenson thinks that’s unseemly, although we don’t know what he thinks of a member of Congress doing the same thing.”

Novmeber 1, 2011: “Ted Wilson and four other U. of U. alumni honored for service” (Salt Lake Tribune) ”Ted L. Wilson, ’64, former Salt Lake City mayor and professor emeritus of political science. He directed the Hinckley Institute of Politics for 18 years and was the founding director of the Tanner Center for Nonviolent Human Rights Advocacy. He is now director of government affairs for Talisker Corp.”

October 31, 2011: “Political parties make elections chaotic” by Robert Bennett (Deseret News) ”Here’s a challenge for you ” explain the logic behind the political nominating process we Americans use to pick our presidential candidates to a European. (Or to most Americans, for that matter.) Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

October 30, 2011: “Romney called “pretzel candidate” but still has advantage ” by John Daley (KSL) ”‘I think Mitt is in a great position to win,’ said Romney adviser Kirk Jowers, the director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics.” See story also on Deseret News here.

October 28, 2011: “Rep. Jim Matheson says he won’t challenge Sen. Orrin Hatch” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret News) ”Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, said the talk is that Matheson will run in the 4th District. So far, the chief candidate in the new district is state Rep. Carl Wimmer, R-Herriman, although other Republicans are said to be eying the race.”

October 28, 2011: “NYT reporter: Journalism still evolving” by Nic Dunn (Daily Utah Chronicle) “The Marriott Library’s Gould Auditorium filled with people who came to hear Martin Tolchin speak at the Hinckley Institute of Politics. He told his story in the field and shared thoughts on how new media and technology are changing the face of news coverage.”

October 26, 2011: “Hinckley Institute director analyzes political attack ads” (ABC 4) ”Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute, joined Angie Larsen and Don Hudson live in Good Morning Utah’s studio Wednesday to discuss the effect and reasoning behind political attack advertisements.

October 26, 2011: “Journalism expert talks about the future of news” (ABC 4) ”Journalism expert talks about the future of news [at the Hinckley Institute of Politics].”

October 26, 2011: “Lee wants to push campaign finance law limits, create super PAC” by Dennis Romboy (Deseret News) ”Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah Hinckley Institute of Politics, said he worries that politicians having super PACs is another step to allowing money and special interests to have a big role in campaings. ‘I do believe if you allow large and unlimited contributions to come in direct contact with candidates, the more corruption or appearance of corruption there is,’ he said. ‘That’s a slippery slope.”

October 2011: “Shaping up the 2012 Elections” (College of Social and Behavioral Science Newsletter) ”The debt situation is undoubtedly one of the many concerns potential voters have when it comes to this next election. According to Kirk Jowers, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, the single biggest issue for everyone running in this election is the current debt situation. Programs and priorities are hindered by the debt issue which is seen as the biggest issue by voters and by the international countries, he says, And a lot of the debt problems are very solvable. It will just take some deviation from basic principles to get to that point.

October 2011: “Annual Siciliano Forum Is Upon Us Once More” (College of Social and Behavorial Science Newsletter) ”The Hinckley Institute of Politics presents the 15th Annual Rocco. C. and Marion S. Siciliano Forum. The topic ofConsiderations on the Status of the American Society will examine The Future of Journalism. From October 24th-28th, there will be several events and forums the public to hear from numerous specialists from a variety of journalistic backgrounds and their ideas about the future of journalism. The Hinckley Institute will be holding a variety of forums throughout “

October 25, 2011: “Utah newspaper heads say newspapers will find a way to survive” by Geoffrey Fattah (Deseret News) ”Clark Gilbert, president and CEO of Deseret News Publishing Company and Deseret Digital Media, and Nancy Conway, editor of the Salt Lake Tribune, led a panel discussion at theHinckley Institute of Politics on Tuesday. Mark Jurkowitz, associate director of the Pew Research Center’s Project for Excellence in Journalism, also rounded out the panel.”

October 25, 2011: “Newspapers have readers, its revenue that’s lacking” by Paul Beebe (Salt Lake Tribune) “How are Journalism Leaders on the Ground Adapting to the Changing Media? broadcast live from the University of Utah’s Hinckley Caucus Room Tuesday, October 25, 2011.”

October 25, 2011: “Tonight: ˜Page One’ looks at journalism from the inside” by Sean Means (Salt Lake Tribune) ”The screening is presented in connection with the 15th annual Rocco C. and Marion S. Siciliano Forum presented by the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah. The topic of this year’s forum: Is Journalism Dead? For information on the forum, go to http://www.hinckley.utah.edu.”

October 24, 2011: “Occupy Wall Street protests can’t repeal law of supply and demand” by Robert Bennett (Deseret News) ”Compared to many other efforts at stirring mass action, Occupy Wall Street has been tiny and embarrasingly ineffective. In Washington DC, they spent a morning debating how to best “occupy” ” that is, shut down ” the Hart Senate Office Building. The primary suggestion was that they get on elevators and push all the buttons, slowing the elevators to a crawl. Unable to agree among themselves, they did nothing, and the Hart Building’s workers continue to function without being forced to take the stairs.. Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’sHinckley Institute of Politics.”

October 24, 2011: “Salt Lake City councilman snags endorsement of longtime political rival” by Katie Drake (Salt Lake Tribune) ”Although endorsements play a larger role in national or statewide races, Tim Chambless, a political scientist at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, said they can be influential in local campaigns as well. Those races typically are won through retail politics, or the number of contacts a candidate can make.

October 21, 2011: “U. tries to smooth things over with conservative donor ” by Geoffrey Fattah (KSL) ”University of Utah officials say they are standing behind the actions of its director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, who was accused by a national Republican direct-mailing businessman of mishandling part of his $200,000 donation.”

October 21, 2011: “U. stands behind Jowers in donor spat ” by Robert Gerhke (Salt Lake Tribune) ”University of Utah officials are standing by Hinckley Institute of Politics Director Kirk Jowers after a political consultant accused him of co-opting a sizable charitable contribution for his own purposes.

October 19, 2011: “Redistricting Recap Wednesday” by Eric Peterson (City Weekly) ”For a blow-by-blow recap of what’s happened in the redistricting process that has set in stone the maps that will guide Utahns for the next 10 years in electing their state legislators, congressional representatives and school board members, you won’t want to miss this forum presented by the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah. Along with Speaker Lockhart, and other representatives of the Redistricting Committee, the forum will include John Fellows, Legislative Counsel for the Redistricting Committee.”

October 19, 2011: “Wimmer Vs. Twitter Also: Educated Mess, Kirk Jowers” by Katharine Beile (City Weekly) ”Kirk Jowers of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics gets an attaboy for pushing forward with an initiative campaign to clear the path toward candidate selection in elections.”

October 19, 2011: “Podcast: Martin Tolchin, Founder of Politico ” by Bryan Schott (Utah Pulse.com) ”Martin Tolchin, founder of The Hill and Politico, will be in Utah next week to speak at the Hinckley Institute of Politics Siciliano Forum on the future of journalism.”

October 18, 2011: “With congressional map done, time for candidates to pick a race” by Lisa Riley Roche (KSL) ”Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, said Wimmer’s early entry into the race puts him in a strong position, especially now that he has a district “that should give him the best possible chance to win.”

October 17, 2011: “Would America vote for a Mormon?” by Robert Bennett (Deseret News) ”With two Mormons in the current race for the Republican nomination, the poll question, “Would you vote for a Mormon for president?” keeps appearing in the news, showing that a large percentage of Americans say “no.” Ds that mean that neither Mitt Romney nor Jon Huntsman Jr. has a chance to be president? Let’s talk about polls. Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

October 17,. 2011: “U Forum to Examine Journalism’s Future ” (Medai Newswire) ”‘The press can be our greatest educator and catalyst for change,’ saysKirk Jowers, director of the U’s Hinckley Institute of Politics hosting the event. ‘Our methods of obtaining the news may be changing”instead of reading the paper over breakfast in the morning, we are navigating Internet sites and social media on our smart phones all day long”but the value of a free, independent press remains central to building engaged, informed citizens, strengthening our democracy and preserving our freedoms.’

October 13, 2011: “I’m a Mormon’ Campaign Intends to Correct Misconceptions” (Fox 13) “Kirk Jowers [Director of the Hinckley Instittue of Politics] says voters have other things on their minds.”

October 13, 2011: “In Utah a Smack Down Between a Donor and University Institute Director” by Ruth McCambridge (The Nonprofit Quaterly) ”At the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute, director Kirk Jowers has been promoting an initiative that would allow political candidates to sidestep the primary system and go straight to a general election. And in doing so he has, apparently rubbed some Tea Party types the wrong way.”

October 13, 2011: “Is the US view of Mormons changing?” (BBC) ”Kirk Jowers, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics said, ‘As long as people recognize him as the turn around guy for the olympics, the governor, his businesses and so many other aspects of him. Mormonism is every bit a part of him and I don’t think he will ever shy away from that.”

October 12, 2011: “Is the US view of Mormons changing?” by Jonny Dymond (BBC) ”Kirk Jowers, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics said, ‘As long as people recognize him as the turn around guy for the olympics, the governor, his businesses and so many other aspects of him. Mormonism is every bit a part of him and I don’t think he will ever shy away from that.”

October 12, 2011: “Dems Plan For Redistricting” by Eric Peterson (City Weekly) ”Tim Chambless, a professor of political science at the University of Utah, says there are some challenges to mobilizing voters behind questions of political corruption. The first problem is redistricting.”

October 12, 2011: “Academic politics” (Salt Lake Tribune) ”The backstory of a $200,000 donation that led to the dispute between Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, and Peter Valcarce, a political operative and now disgruntled contributor, is enough to make us dizzy.”

October 12, 2011: “Leavitt group discuss new ways to choose political candidates ” by Dennis Romboy (KSL) “Those kicking around ideas are McKeown, Leavitt, Hinckley Institute of Politics Director Kirk Jowers and political consultant, lobbyist and Deseret News columnist LaVarr Webb. The group may propose whatever it comes up with as a ballot initiative for voters to decide, which likely puts any changes out of reach for the 2012 election cycle.”

October 12, 2011: “Leavitt, GOP insiders discuss new ways to choose political candidates” by Dennis Romboy (Deseret News) ”Those kicking around ideas are McKeown, Leavitt, Hinckley Institute of Politics Director Kirk Jowers and political consultant, lobbyist and Deseret News columnist LaVarr Webb. The group may propose whatever it comes up with as a ballot initiative for voters to decide, which likely puts any changes out of reach for the 2012 election cycle.”

October 11, 2011: “Don’t bypass commission on redistricting, county told ” by Mike Gorrell (Salt Lake Tribune) ”So if anybody on the council wants to redraw the boundaries, added commission vice chairman Tim Chambless, a U. political science professor, “the taxpaying public will have been misled and we would have been used for political cover. If there is redrawing behind closed doors, let’s call it what it is ” gerrymandering.”

October 11, 2011: “U’s Hinckley director caught in political fight” by Geoffrey Fatah (Deseret News) ”A political fight has broke out between the owner of a multimillion-dollar national Republican direct-mailing business and Hinckley Institute of Politics Director Kirk Jowers.”

October 11, 2011: “INTERVIEW: Kirk Jowers – Hinckley Institute Of Politics – Responds To Accusations Of Him Co-opting Peter Valcarce’s $200,000 Donation.” (Talk Radio)

October 10, 2011: “Donor spat at U. of U. draws in Utah tea partyers “by Matt Canham (Salt Lake Tribune) ”Kirk Jowers, the director of the U.’sHinckley Institute of Politics, is working on an initiative campaign to alter the way the two major parties select their candidates. He wants to create a path in which political hopefuls could sidestep the traditional conventions and go directly to a primary election.”

October 10, 2011: “Republican race is Mitt Romney’s to lose” by Bob Bennett (Deseret News) ”Last week, two more former or sitting governors ” Sarah Palin and Chris Christie ” announced that they would not seek the Republican nomination for president. Adding their names to those of Haley Barbour, Mitch Daniels, George Pataki and Tim Pawlenty means that nine governors have seriously considered running. Those six have either declined to do so or dropped out, leaving three ” Mitt Romney, Rick Perry and Jon Huntsman Jr.” in the race. There is only one former senator, Rick Santorum. Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

October 9, 2011: Kirk Jowers, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, was interviewed on the County Seat television program on ABC Channel 4, regarding redistricting.

October 9, 2011: “Oct. 9: Redistricting, Kirk Jowers, and the housing market ” by (KSL) ”Kirk Jowers is the director of the Hinckley Institute of Politicsat the University of Utah–and, on all things political is the most quoted man in Utah. Bruce got his take on the redistricting battle, political maneuvering and what it means for both parties.”

October 9, 2011: “Downtown library to host discussion about redistricting” by Jared Page (Deseret News) ”Tim Chambless, associate professor of political science at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, will moderate the public discussion. Maryann Martindale, executive director of Alliance for a Better UTAH, also is scheduled to speak during the event.”

October 5, 2011: “Lawmakers relieved to be taking a breather on redistricting” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret News) ”Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, said the impasse may just be a continuation of last year’s battle for the speakership. Lockhart reportedly beat former speaker, Rep. Dave Clark, R-Santa Clara, by just a single vote in the secret ballot.

October 5, 2011: Kirk Jowers, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, was interviewed live in-studio on the KSL Television Evening News, regarding Utah’s redistricting.

October 3, 2011: “Democrats challenge legality of proposed redistricting plan ” by John Daley (KSL) ”‘I think their chances of success are very low,’ said Executive Director of Hinckley Institute of Politics Kirk Jowers. Redistricting cases are seldom filed because they’re expensive and a legal victory is even more rare, Jowers added.”

October 3, 2011: “Surfing The Intern-net: Students Dive Into DC Politics” by Jared Whitley (Utahpulse.com) ”The most famous student from the U’sHinckley Institute of Politics, Karl Rove, leveraged his internship into a lifelong professional relationship with George W. Bush. Arizona’s Rep. Jeff Flake got his start through the Washington Seminar.”

October 3, 2011: Kirk Jowers, Director of the Hicnkely Institute of Politics, was interviewed live in-studio on the Doug Wright Show, KSL Radio, regarding redistricting.

October 3, 2011: “Pros and cons of electoral college” by Robert Bennett (Deseret News) ”However, having the Congress choose the president would undermine the doctrine of separation of power and make the president politically dependent on Congressional favor. Few were satisfied with this method but none could think of anything else to do. Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

October 2, 2011: “Redistricting drama to play out at special Legislative session” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret News) ”‘It’s the same movie that’s played out every 10 years,” said Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. “The side with the power creates a map that’s to their advantage. And the side that’s not in power whines about it.’”

Septemebr 28, 2011: “In low-voting Utah, young adults and Latinos vote least ” by Lee Davidson (Salt Lake Tribune) ”Kirk Jowers, director of theHinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, who also led a state panel that examined ways to increase voter turnout, also said after elections last year that turnout was likely low because of a perception that the state had no competitive races. Jowers has said the state could adopt some improvements to help voting. He said allowing same-day registration would help. Additionally, he suspects that Utah’s caucus and convention system may depress turnout because it allows a small number of state party convention delegates to essentially write the ballot without participation by most of the electorate.”

September 27, 2011: Kirk Jowers, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics was interviewed on KSL Radio’s Afternoon News with Scott and Maria regarding the use of social media by political candidates.

Septemer 19, 2011: “Ex-New Mexico guv bases his presidential campaign in ” Utah? ” by Thomas Burr (Salt Lake Tribune) ”Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and a Romney backer, says there are various types of campaigns that candidates run, but those on shstring budgets have to make a difference any way they can.”

September 26, 2011: “Global effect of Europe’s financial crisis” by Senator Bob Benentt (Deseret News) “Some months ago, while discussing Europe’s financial problems, I asked the German ambassador if the Euro (the common European currency) would survive. “Yes,” he said, ‘because everyone wants it to. But it will be hard.’ That now looks optimistic. Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

September 26, 2011: “Profs: economic recovery needs fiscal responsibility” by Nic Dunn (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”Four economics professors served as panelists at the Hinckley Institute of Politics on Thursday, arguing that transparency and accountability in the financial system will aid in possible solutions to the global financial crisis.”

September 23, 2011: “Panel looks at how to end partisanship” by Dianna Nanez (Arizona Republic) ”U.S. politics depends on fierce debate, but at the end of the day, Americans expect results, said former U.S. Sen. Bob Bennett of Utah. Instead, he said, Washington lawmakers remain entrenched in a stalemate on issues ranging from health care to the economy.”

September 22, 2011: “Religion Roundup: Huckabee may be Romney’s new ‘frenemy’ (KSL) “Hinckley Institute of Politics Director Kirk Jowers told Utah’s Morning News, ‘This is big news because Huckabee was seen by many as running one of the most religiously-bigoted campaigns in November and December of 2007.’”

September 22, 2011: “Romney’s ‘middle class’ statement draws attention” by Andrew Adams (KSL) ”On KSL Newsradio Thursday morning, Kirk Jowers of the Hinckley Institute of Politics called speculation over Romney’s comment “much ado about nothing.” Others say he was referring to “us” as the collective American people.”

September 22, 2011: “Preview of GOP debate” (ABC 4) Director Of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, Kirk Jowers appears in studio to preview the debate.

September 21, 2011: “Insults fly in Salt Lake City candidates’ debate ” by Derek Jensen (Salt Lake Tribune) ” The exchange at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics gave new meaning to what Martin jokingly dubs ‘Fighting District 6.’”

September 21, 2011: “Hinckley Forum: District 6 candidates spar in debate” by Nic Dunn (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”The debate-style forum, held by theHinckley Institute of Politics in OSH, started with short opening statements from each candidate.

September 20, 2011: “District Six Candidates Debate Focused on Ethics” by Whitney Evans (KCPW) ”Candidates for Salt Lake City Council District Six were having a hard time keeping their blows above the belt Tuesday during a debate at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. As KCPW’s Whittney Evans reports, Charlie Luke and Councilman J.T. Martin disagreed about the state of the city’s east bench and the possibility of a convention hotel, but the big hits were more personal. “

September 19, 2011: “America remains a nation at risk” by Bob Bennett (Deseret News) ”Ronald Reagan said he would abolish the Department of Education, created by Jimmy Carter at the behest of the National Education Association. (They boasted, “We are the only lobby in town that has its own department.”) Reagan appointed a Utahn, Ted Bell, as Secretary of Education but told him his job would soon disappear. Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

September 19, 2011: “Samoan head speaks to next generation” by Laura Scmitz (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”Tui Atua Tupua Tamasese Ta’isi Efi spoke to a packed room at the Hinckley Institute of Politics. Filled to capacity 15 minutes prior to the address, the event had dozens lined up in the hallway before the speech even began. Many Tongan and Samoan community members were present at the address, as well as U faculty.

September 18, 2011: “D.C. Notebook: What do an iPod and federalism have in common? ” by Thomas Burr and Matt Canham (Salt Lake Tribune) ”So far, he consults for mega law firm Arent Fox, is a resident scholar at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, works with the Bipartisan Policy Center, heads a global vaccine initiative and writes a weekly column for the Deseret News.”

September 14, 2011: “Hinckley forum: Politicians stress respect, civility” by Nic Dunn (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”Elected officials and a former senator urged civility and respect in political discourse at a forum Tuesday at the Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

September 13, 2011: “The September Project: Civility in American Politics” (Fox 13) ”Join former U.S. Senator Bob Bennett, State Senator Karen Morgan, and Salt Lake City Mayor Ralph Becker for “Civility in American Politics,” a discussion on the current climate and need for civil dialogue in American politics. Lunch will follow.”

September 13, 2011: “News roundup: Tea party’s Mia Love fires back at black caucus member remark” (Salt Lake Tribune) “SLC Mayor Ralph Becker welcomes the National Waste Technical Review board meeting, meets with department directors and attends the Hinckley Institute forum on “Civility in American Politics,” and then chats with UTA General Manaer Mike Allegra.” (Political Cornflakes)

September 12, 2011: “The Mitt Romney, Rick Perry show” by Robert Bennett (Deseret News) ” Early political predictions in a presidential race are often foolish and always risky, but last Wednesday’s debate involving all announced Republican candidates appears to have shaken out the field. While there were eight candidates on the stage, it quickly became the Mitt and Rick show. Most observers believe that the race for the nomination has hardened into a fight between those two.

September 12, 2011: “American hers who get no credit” by David Frum (CNN) ”The politicians who supported the financial rescue in 2008 get no applause. Sen. Bob Bennett of Utah lost his Republican primary in 2008 in large part due to his emphatic support of TARP, the Troubled Asset Relief Program.”

September 12, 2011: “Bennett, Dorgan say government needs more money” by Matt Canham (Salt Lake Tribune) ”That’s the message former Sens. Bob Bennett and Byron Dorgan delivered to members of the Salt Lake Chamber on Monday.”

September 10, 2011: “Salt Lake Chamber Of Commerce, Kirk Jowers Hold Session On Killing The Neighborhood Caucus” (Utah Rattler) ”The elite group is lead by Kirk Jowers who is rumored to have aspirations to be governor one day (and needs to rid himself of potential obstacles). In the power broker post above I noted a potential Plan B caucus killers may pursue would be to virtually guarantee every race would go to a primary where the big donors and political elites can have the most influence, I even went so far as to suggest that Jowers was behind the suggestion penned in a Deseret News editorial.”

September 9, 2011: “Paul Rolly: Karl Rove’s Texas titans ” by Paul Rolly (Salt Lake Tribune) ”Now, the one-time University of Utah student andHinckley Institute of Politics intern is in a position to get credit for a twofer, having also been instrumental in launching the upward political mobility of Texas Gov. Rick Perry, the current front-runner for the 2012 Republican presidential nomination.”

September 8, 2011: “Preview of Wednesday’s GOP debate” (ABC 4) ”The Republican Presidential Candidates are set to debate Wednesday night. It is Rick Perry’s first presidential debate. Good Morning Utah previewed the debate with the Director Of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, Kirk Jowers.”

September 7, 2011: “Kirk Jowers, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics was live in Studio on Channel 4, Good Morning Utah to talk about the Republican presidential debates.

September 5, 2011: “Protect labor voting rights and jobs” by Senator Bob Bennett (Deseret News) ”Union leaders are obviously unhappy with this trend but have been unable to reverse it because workers have not been voting their way in union elections. When a majority of workers in a company sign a card saying that they want an election, the National Labor Relations Board, set up by Congress, conducts one, by secret ballot. Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. “

September 5, 2011: “Upcoming GOP debates may help fuel voter interest” by John Daley (Deseret News) “Romney adviser Kirk Jowers said now the GOP will get a chance to see if Perry is for real. ‘These debates will go a long way in showing whether Perry has some amount of staying power or if he’s 2008′s Fred Thompson,’ said Jowers, the director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah.”

September 4, 2011: “Upcoming GOP debate series fuels voter interest ” by John Daley (KSL) ”‘These debates will go a long way in showing whether Perry has some amount of staying power or if he’s 2008′s Fred Thompson,’ said Kirk Jowers, Director of Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

September 1, 2011: “Hinckley internships for all majors” by Nic Dunn (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”‘Kirk Jowers, director of the institute, said one of his goals is to expand the diversity of the institute by attracting students from a variety of majors. Dozens of students visited the Hinckley Institute of Politics on Wednesday to grab some free pizza and learn about internship opportunities. ‘We’ve more than doubled the number of internships, but more than tripled the number of non-political science majors,’ Jowers said. ‘If you’re an engineer and you want to build a bridge, you better know how government works.’”

August 30, 2011: “Lee endorses Wimmer for Congress in 4th District race” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret News) ”Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, said Lee’s endorsement could help discourage other candidates from entering the race. ‘Lee’s been very careful about his endorsements,” Jowers said. “I think a Lee endorsement is powerful.’”

August 30, 2011: “Matheson: ‘There’s no question I’m a target’ in redistricting” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret News) ” Even so, Matheson told reporters after delivering a speech to students at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics he “absolutely” can keep his seat no matter how the lines are redrawn.” Story also on KSL.

August 30, 2011: “Matheson speaks at U of U’s Hinckley Institute of Politics” (Fox 13).

August 30, 2011: “Happening today: Rep. Jim Matheson speaks at the U.’s Hinckley Institute of Politics at 10:45 a.m. This evening, Sen. Mike Lee holds a town hall from 6 to 8 p.m. in Sanpete County at the Fairview City Hall.” (Political Cornflakes)

August 29, 2011: “Chris Cannon fined for campaign violations ” by Matt Canham (Salt Lake Tribune) ”Cannon hired Kirk Jowers and Matthew Sanderson of Caplin & Drysdale to handle the probe, the same attorneys he hired in 2005 when the FEC audited his campaign. That audit found only minor paperwork problems. In contrast, former Sen. Bob Bennett, who lost in 2010, left office in relative financial health. He paid off his debts and handed the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics an $85,000 check this month. Bennett is a U. of U. alumnus who is now a paid adviser to the Hinckley Institute.”

August 29, 2011: “China’s view of U.S. financial debate” by Robert Bennett (Deseret News) ”I did not write a column last week because I was in China, where I had the opportunity of addressing a university class, exchanging views with a seminar of economists and conducting interviews with several journalists. It was an interesting insight into how the recent U.S. financial debates are viewed there. Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

August 28, 2011: “With Hatch-Chaffetz showdown averted, what’s next?” by Frank Pignanelli and LaVarr Webb (Deseret News) ” For the immediate future, Chaffetz will need to mend fences with supporters that may be angry at this change of heart. He raised eyebrows with a strange setting for the declaration of his non-candidacy: Monday afternoon at the University of Utah ” a liberal bastion ” and at a difficult time for reporters. Further, he attacked Hatch when most politicos believed this was a time for nominal graciousness. These are landmines for Chaffetz to maneuver around. However, the right wing will always embrace his strong talents and the media will continue their love affair with his edgy but funny demeanor.

August 26, 2011: “Welcome to the club! Nearly 70 University of Utah students have began fall internships with government agencies, nonprofits and private organizations in Utah, Washington and nearly 20 countries through the Hinckley Institute of Politics. And all of them are now signed up for Political Cornflakes, as are students in Peter Watkins Comm 5200 class at the U. We wish you the best and welcome you to the growing group of political insiders who wake up to this news digest. (Political Cornflakes)

August 25, 2011: Kirk Jowers, Director of the Hinckley Insitute of Poltics was interviewed on Radio West with Doug Fabrizio. Lisen here.

August 24, 2011: “After Chaffetz, conservatives searching for new Hatch challenger” by Robert Gerhke (Salt Lake Tribune) ”Kirk Jowers, director of theHinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, said Hatch has avoided his most formidable challenger, but that dsn’t mean he’s punched a ticket for re-election. ‘Chaffetz was, by all measures, the most popular politician with the current set of delegates so [his decision not to run] is unqualified good news for Hatch,’ Jowers said, ‘but it harkens back a little bit to the Bennett-Shurtleff race.’”

August 23, 2011: “Chaffetz leaves Hatch alone; stays in House race” by Dan Metalf Jr. and Chris Vanocur (ABC 4) ” Chaffetz made his intentions known during a news conference at the Hinckley Institute Caucus Room in Orson Spencer Hall on the University of Utah campus at 4:00 p.m. Monday. “

August 22, 2011: “Chaffetz Passes on Hatch Challenge” by Kyle Trygstad (Roll Call) ”Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah and with whom Chaffetz spoke during his deliberations over the past several months, called Chaffetz the 800-pound gorilla in Utah Republican politics. Despite Chaffetz’s strong approval among the state party’s delegates, Jowers said Chaffetz’s decision boiled down to where he would be most effective.”

August 22, 2011: “Chaffetz will not challenge Hatch in 2012″ by Jared Page (KSL) ”It’s a tough and difficult decision,” Chaffetz said during a news conference at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

August 22, 2011: “Utah’s top Dem takes redistricting fight south ” by Donald Meyers (Salt Lake Tribune) ”Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, said Dabakis’ strategy is a sound one, reaching out to voters who may have been previously ignored by Democrats. But, he warned, it could backfire. He will have to be articulate enough, Jowers said, to keep it from sounding like, ˜We don’t want you in our district because you won’t vote for us.’

August 22, 2011: “Chaffetz Won’t Enter “Multi-Million Dollar Bloodbath” Sen. Race” by Eric Peterson (City Weekly) ”Kirk Jowers, Director of theHinckley Institute of Politics, says a Hatch versus Chaffetz battle would have been a ‘spectacular race’ but not a sure victory for Chaffetz. ‘Representative Chaffetz has really explored this run,’ Jowers said. ‘And that’s why it’s made such great political theatre; it was a very legitimate question for Chaffetz. He’s very successful in the House, very tied in with House leadership”it would have been a lot to leave behind.’”

August 22, 2011: “Rep. Jason Chaffetz running again, but not against Sen. Orrin Hatch” by Jared Page (Deseret News) ”‘The Utah political world absolutely revolved around Chaffetz for these past few months, as everyone wondered whether he would stay in the House, run for the Senate or even for governor,’ said Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, where Chaffetz made his announcement Monday.”

August 22, 2011: Kirk Jowers, Director of the Hicnkely Institute of Politics, was interviewed on Doug Wright, KSL regarding thepolitical landscape.

August 19, 2011: “Romney only in Utah for fundraising, stays out of the GOP fray” (Fox 13) ”Longtime Romney friend Kirk Jowers says Romney’s campaigners are glad to stand outside the spotlight. Romney seems to be keeping his head down while all the other candidates blow their feet off with different statements that seem to be false or misguided,’ Jowers says.”

August 15, 2011: “Kirk Jowers, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics was interviewed on KSL Radio regarding the results of the Iowa Straw Poll.

August 15, 2011: “Effects of debt ceiling wrestling match” by Robert Bennett (Deseret News) ”No one knows any of the answers. That is one reason why the stock market has reacted with such volatility; markets hate uncertainty, as the wild swings in the Dow Jones Industrial averages have demonstrated. However, one can make some educated guesses. Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

August 14, 2011: “Could a Mormon win White House? Yes, say Utahns, but …by Robert Gerhke (Salt Lake Tribune) ”‘I know there is a lot of feeling out there which got exposed by the 2008 campaign saying, ˜No, we’d never vote for a Mormon,’ says Bennett, who is LDS. ‘It’s either the evangelical community or people who don’t know anything about Mormons or people whose information comes entirely from ˜Big Love,’ the HBO show about a polygamous family.”

August 14, 2011: “Rick Perry replaces Tim Pawlenty in race, looks to challenge Mitt Romney for GOP nomination” by Benjamin Wood (Deseret News)“Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinkley Institute of Politics, said Pawlenty’s announcement comes as little surprise. Despite a strong start, Pawlenty struggled to gain traction nationwide and staked the future of his campaign on success in Iowa. ‘A few months ago, this would be huge news that Tim Pawlenty drops out,’ Jowers said. “He was widely seen as the most serious contender next to Romney, but his campaign never caught fire, and so now when he drops out, it’s almost a foregone conclusion.”

August 11. 2011: “EXCLUSIVE: Senator Hatch’s $125,000 annual pension?” by Chris Vanocur (ABC 4) ”Now, Kirk Jowers, who runs Utah’sHinckley Institute of Politics, was surprised by Hatch’s total, ‘Well, when you look at the median income is in the nation or Utah and what they’re going to expect from their work, I am sure these will seem very generous.’”

August 8, 2011: “The debt ceiling and 2012 campaigns” by Robert Bennett (Deseret News) ”With the vote on the debt ceiling now completed, political discussion has shifted to its possible impact on the 2012 campaign. Will it determine who the Republican nominee will be? Will that nominee be able to use it in his/her campaign against President Barack Obama? Or will the president be able to use it to discredit the Republicans as obstructionists? The newspapers, blogs and airwaves are full of commentary on these questions. They are fleeting ones. Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

August 5, 2011: “Public frustration high as Congress members return to home states” by Matt Canham (Salt Lake Tribune) “Matheson, who has forgone traditional town halls in recent years, will take questions from the audience at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics on Aug. 30.”

ugust 5, 2011: “Mike Lee blazes new kind of tea party influence” by Jamshid Ghazi Askar (Deseret News) ”‘We’ve found ourselves in a strange moment in time with this big debt ceiling debate consuming everything,’ said Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah. ‘And without question Mike Lee was a key voice in that debate.’”

August 4, 2011: “Huntsman Campaign in Turmoil” by Faith Mangan (Fox News) ”A big part of the reported strife inside the campaign supposedly centers around Weaver. Tim Chambless, a professor of politics at Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah explains, ‘He’s known for being a little controversial, known for being a little unconventional and for getting results. But what we see right now is that Jon Huntsman came into this campaign effort at end of April, beginning of May and the movement in polls has not been there for him.’”

August 3, 2011: Kirk Jowers, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics spoke a the Capitol Club meeting sponsored by the Salt Lake Chamber of Commerce. Listen to the podcast here.

August 1, 2011: “The Civil War’s lesson on secession” by Robert Bennett (Deseret News) ”In July, we commemorate the birth of America, the founding of Utah and, this year, the 150th anniversary of the Civil War. Its first major clash was fought on July 21st, 1861, and a re-enactment was staged at Bull Run just a few weeks ago. It created a good amount of review and commentary about the war. Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

July 31, 2011: “Why Harvard may not help Mitt Romney catch votes” by Hal Boyd (Deseret News) ”‘When you do polling you look at a number of factors and you try to understand what motivates people to vote a certain way,’ said Tim Chambless, a professor of political science with the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah. “Ultimately, what we find is there is a block of voters … who are suspicious of well-educated and wealthy candidates, especially those with inherited wealth and who are better educated than they are.”

July 29, 2011: “Hatch vs. Chaffetz Looks to Be a Brutal Battle” by Shushannah Walshe (ABC News) ”Tim Chambless, a professor of politics atHinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, said the battle has been going on behind the scenes for at least 15 months. ‘Sen. Hatch says he is in the fight of his life,’ Chambless said. ‘He has been campaigning very hard. He has tried to encourage Chaffetz to stay in the House. … Chaffetz is very good at retail politics. I think he is more effective than Hatch in talking one-on-one to small groups in an enthusiastic way.’”

July 24, 2011: “Dems hope Dabakis’ election is a sign of changes to come” by Brittany Green (Fox 13) ”‘I think when we look at Jim Dabakis we need to look at him someone who is more than just sexual orientation,” said Tim Chambless, Hinckley Institute of Politics. “My impression is that Dabakis really had the support of the delegates and so I percieve him in that room on Saturday a lot of hope.’”

July 23, 2011: “Poll: Herbert, Matheson in dead heat for governorship ” by “Robert Gehrke (Salt Lake Tribune) “Tim Chambliss, a political-science professor at the University of Utah and Hinckley Institute of Politics Academic Coordinator], said he believes it’s increasingly likely that Matheson won’t run to keep his House seat and will run statewide.

July 22, 2011: “Utah Immigration” (Religion and Ethics Newsweekly) ” Tim Chambless is a professor with the Hinkley Institute Of Political Science at the University of Utah. PROFESSOR TIM CHAMBLESS: We do know that the Utah State Legislature is unique because about 91 percent of the 104 members of the Utah State Legislature self-identify as LDS. And each member, almost each member would say they’re a good church member. They’re a member of the Republican party and their a good church member and they’re very divided on this issue.”

July 21, 2011: “Can Reagan Connection Help Hatch Or Huntsman?” by Jared Whitley (Utah Policy) ”‘Ronald Reagan is very popular in Utah “ he has been for at least 30 years,’ Professor Tim Chambless, Hinckley Institute of Polictics Academic Outreach Coordinator. Despite things like his divorce, support of abortion rights, and deficits, ‘voters in Utah looked past that and were impressed with the movie-star style and the content of what he was saying.’

July 21, 2011: “Jon Huntsman Jr.’s campaign manager resigns” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret News) “‘Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’sHinckley Institute of Politics and a Romney adviser, said Huntsman “did not have the advantage of creating this team over time before the campaign.’ Jowers said he dsn’t ‘read anything into this personnel move. It’s still very early in the campaign, and it’s natural for any campaign to adjust personnel once the teams in place.’”

July 18, 2011: “Romney’s Utah money falls behind his 2008 pace” by Matt Canham (Deseret News) ”Other prominent Romney donors include former Olympians Rulon Gardner and Derek Parra, Hinckley Institute of Politics Director Kirk Jowers and former Utah Gov. Mike Leavitt.”

July 18, 2011: “Shock from default would devastate” by Robert Bennett (Deseret News) ”In previous columns, I expressed optimism about the debt ceiling debate, assuming, with most others, that a default would not occur. However, as I write this, a number of people now think a default is not only possible but maybe even likely. Hypothetical questions about what would happen are turning into strategic plans about what to do.” Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.

July 16, 2011: “Utah Democrats elect Dabakis as new party chairman” by Pat Reavy (Deseret News) ”‘He will bring energy,’ said Tim Chambless, with the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah. ‘He’ll bring a greater connection with the business community.’”

July 14, 2011: “NH and AL Democratic Parties File New Evidence with Federal Election Commission and State Authorities of Romney’s End Run Around Campaign Finance Law, Call on Romney to Provide Detailed Accounting of State PAC Expenditures ” (PR Newswire) ”‘The chairman of Romney’s Commonwealth PACs, Kirk Jowers, said Alabama was picked ‘because we had some enthusiastic supporters there and PAC leadership felt it was important to support candidates who value limited and effective government within the state of Alabama.’”[Birmingham News, 7/4/11]

July 12, 2011: “Revelation that rattled Utah capital” by Matthew Spolar (Concord Monitor) ”‘But once the news broke about the hot tub incident, Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, said Garn “saw the writing on the wall immediately.’ ‘He knew this was not the kind of admission that would allow him a future in elected politics,’ Jowers said.

July 12, 2011: “Senator Hatch opposes President Obama plan to balance budget” by Noah Bond (ABC 4) ”ABC 4 sat down with Tim Chambless of theHinckley Institute to ask what this means for citizen’s in Utah. ’We’re going to all have to sacrifice. We’re going to have to sacrifice,’ he said.”

July 11, 2011:Tim Chambless, a professor of political science and Hinckley Institute of Politics Academic Coordinator was interviews on KCPW re: “Wimmer Files for Congressional Committee”.

July 11, 2011: “Entitlement reform and tax structuring” by Robert Bennett (Deseret News) ”Entitlement costs ” which constitute the largest component of government spending ” are tied to demographic trends. If you pass a law that says that everyone over 65 is entitled to a certain payment, and the number of people who reach 65 gs up by 50 percent, the cost of the total program automatically gs up by the same 50 percent. Raise the payment to each individual and costs go up even more. That’s what happened in Europe and is happening here.” Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics

July 5, 2011: “˜We Cannot Forget’ a sobering view 17 years after Rwandan genocide” by Sheldon Wardwell (Daily Utah Chronicle)” Grasping the reality of such an event is difficult, even after spending significant time in the country. After graduating from the U in 2009, I served an internship through theHinckley Institute of Politics with the Rwanda Governance Advisory Council. During my internship, I met several survivors and perpetrators of the genocide, as well as visited numerous massacre sites, mainly churches, where defenseless Tutsi families had sought refuge only to be hacked down by Interahamwe and civilian mobs using machetes and other farming tools.”

July 4, 2011: “On the Declaration of Independence” by Robert Bennett (Deseret News) ”The Fourth of July ” the day we eat hot dogs, hear speeches, listen to patriotic music and watch fireworks ” is also a good day for us to learn a little history about the Declaration of Independence.” Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.

July 4, 2011: “National candidates can take advantage of Alabama’s campaign finance laws” by Mary Orndorff (Al.com) “The chairman of Romney’s Commonwealth PACs, Kirk Jowers [Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics], said Alabama was picked ‘because we had some enthusiastic supporters there and PAC leadership felt it was important to support candidates who value limited and effective government within the state of Alabama.’”

June 30, 2011: “Jon Huntsman’s Secret Campaign Weapon: Dad” by Erik Hayden (National Journal) “Huntsman Sr. apparently took offense recently when Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, chose to support Mitt Romney’s campaign instead of lining up with Huntsman. According to two sources with knowledge of the incident, Huntsman Sr.”who has donated $15,000 to the institute every year for a decade and a half”had a supporter deliver the message that he was seriously reconsidering future donations.”

June 30, 2011: “Romney expected to be party frontrunner in campaign donations” by Max Roth (Fox 13) ”‘Romney will absolutely be the top fundraiser for the Republicans,’ said Romney campaign supporter Kirk Jowers [Director, of the Hinckley Institute of Politics]. “You will continue to see donors flood to the frontrunner and as long as Mitt has that status he’ll be in good shape.”

June 2011: “U Alumni in Europe Meet in Portugal for Reunion” by Cornelia Divrician (U-News and Views, Alumni Newsletter) ”University of Utah alumni from Belgium, Germany, the Netherlands, and Portugal met for a reunion in Lisbon on June 12 and 13. They were happy for a chance to spend time together and to get an update about the U from Barb Snyder, the University’s vice president for student affairs; Kirk Jowers, director of the U’sHinckley Institute of Politics; and me, Cornelia Divricean, the U’s international alumni coordinator.’

June 29, 2011: “LDS policy gets specific on who can get involved in politics” by Brent Hunsaker (Fox 13) ”Professor Tim Chambless of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah explained, ‘He is sufficiently away from the epicenter of decision making authority in the LDS Church to give his own money to his son’s campaign.’

June 29, 2011: “Mormon statement wouldn’t preclude a Prop 8-type push” by Tony Semerad (Salt Lake Tribune) ”‘There has been division within the largest bloc of voters in the state of Utah, namely those who self-identify as LDS, said Tim Chambless, a University of Utah political scientist [andHinckley Institute of Politics Academic Coordinator] . ‘There are people seeking guidance from the epicenter.’

June 29, 2011: “It’s time to throw your hat in the ring in Salt Lake City and South Salt Lake” by Pamela Manson (Salt Lake Tribune) ”A desire to make his community better drove University of Utah Professor Tim Chambless [and Hinckley Institute of Politics Academic Coordinator] to spend more than two decades either on the Salt Lake City Planning Commission or the Board of Adjustment. Those jobs took a lot of time but the political science professor got satisfaction out of the work. ‘I really encourage people to do more than the minimum, to serve on citizen boards and committees and try to improve their neighborhood and the state,’ Chambless said.”

June 29, 2011: “Poll: Governor holds small lead over Matheson” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret News) ”Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’sHinckley Institute of Politics and an adviser to Herbert, said Matheson “is obviously the most daunting challenger any Republican could have.’ Even so, Jowers said, ‘any Democrat starts off at a huge disadvantage in Utah just because of the sheer numbers of Republicans versus Democrats.’”

June 28, 2011: “Candidate filing: Davis County cities and Ogden ” by Pamela Manson (Salt Lake Tribune) ” , Tim Chambless a University of Utah political science professor [and academic outreach coordinator at the Hinckley Institute of Politics], said municipal office is the government level closest to people. Working in the trenches can be hard, he said, but is worth it. ‘At times, candidates feel it’s a thankless job but in hindsight, they usually say it was one of the highlights of their lives,’ Chambless said.”

June 28, 2011: “Huntsman’s Big Daddy” by Mckay Coppins and David Graham (The Daily Beast) ”Huntsman Sr. apparently took offense recently whenKirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, chose to support Mitt Romney’s campaign instead of lining up with Huntsman. According to two sources with knowledge of the incident, Huntsman Sr.”who has donated $15,000 to the institute every year for a decade and a half”had a supporter deliver the message that he was seriously reconsidering future donations.”

June 28, 2011: “Tim Chambless, Academic Coordnator for the Hinckley Institute of Politics was interviewed on KSL regarding the Huntsman to visit Utah business leaders.”

June 27, 2011: “Election filings: Alta, Bluffdale, Draper, Herriman, Riverton, Sandy, South Jordan, West Jordan” by Pamela Manson (Salt Lake Tribune)“Tim Chambless, a University of Utah political-science professor [and Hinckley Institute of Politics Academic Coordinator], said municipal office is the government level closest to people. Working in the trenches can be hard, he said, but is worth it. ‘At times, candidates feel it’s a thankless job, but in hindsight, they usually say it was one of the highlights of their lives,’ Chambless said.”

June 27, 2011: “Huntsman to arrive in Utah tomorrow for next campaign stop” by Aaron Vaughn (Fox 13) “The former Utah governor has many supporters here and political analysts like Dr. Tim Chambless, from the University of Utah’s [Hinckley] Institute of Politics, say that the stop in Utah will be big for fundraising.”

June 27, 2011: “Romney pushes early Utah primary that could cost state $3M ” by Robert Gehrke (Salt Lake Tribune) ”Kirk Jowers, an adviser to the Romney team, said the June primary is so late in the presidential nominating process that it would make Utah meaningless. ‘Utah now knows what it feels like to be relevant in a presidential contest,’ Jowers said, referring to the state’s February 2008 primary in the last election. ‘I can’t imagine Utah wants to go back to being irrelevant.’ Tim Chambless, a political science professor with the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, said that Huntsman may have the resources and enough support among GOP moderates to stick around in the contest until a Utah primary in June.”

June 27, 2011: “Huntsman and Romney dash for cash” by Jamshid Ghazi Askar (Deseret News) ”‘There were so many first-time donors to Romney in 2007-08 that have now been contributing to other candidates since then because it ignited a fire in them,’ said Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. ‘Such an incredibly small percentage of people actually make political donations, and the single biggest indicator of whether someone will give is if they’ve given before. So I think the excitement over Romney (in 2007-08) will actually increase the amount of political dollars available in Utah in the future.’”

June 27, 2011: “Mormon church tells its top officials to stay out of politics ” by Lee Davidson (Deseret News) ”Former U.S. Sen. Bob Bennett [Hinckley Institiute of Politics Resident Scholar], R-Utah, who is LDS and a descendant of former LDS Church President Heber J. Grant, said the new letter may help the church distinguish itself from other churches that do endorse candidates or even hand out voter guides before elections.”

June 27, 2011: “Defining ‘democracy’ and ‘republic’” by Robet Bennett (Deseret News) Last week I had the opportunity to participate in the Huntsman Seminar on Constitutional Government at the Hinckley Institute of Politics, attended by history and government teachers from schools across the state.”Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics

June 27, 2011: “The ‘Utah solution’ to immigration” by Sarah Gilman (High Country News) ”Supporting it, says political science professor Tim Chambless of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, may increase the lawmakers’ risk of being branded as not conservative enough.”

June 26, 2011: “Huntsman, Romney running for President; New firework law ” by Bruce Lindsay (Sunday Edition – KSL) ”In this Sunday Edition, KSL’s Richard Piatt discusses the campaigns of Jon Huntsman and Mitt Romney with University of Utah political science professor [and Hinckley Institute of Politics Academic Coordinator], Timothy Chambless, and Deseret News political reporter, Lisa Riley Roche. Also, fire officials discuss Utah’s new firework law and what it means for our dry state.”

June 24, 2011: “Kirk Jowers, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics was interviewed on Doug Wright about Romney visit and Huntsman Seminar.”

June 23, 2011: “Mitt Romney campaigning Friday at Salt Lake’s Hires Big H” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret News) ”‘Mitt takes nothing for granted and particularly Utah, which has been such an incredible source of support both financially and in volunteer hours,’ said Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and a longtime Romney adviser. He’s making the stop at Hires because he ‘loves to just meet with people on their own home turf, and particularly small-business owners,’ Jowers said. ‘And he loves the Hires burgers. Ever since the Olympics, Hires has been a favorite place.’”

June 21, 2011: “Election 101: Ten facts about Jon Huntsman and his presidential campaign” by Husna Haq (Christian Science Monitor) ”‘His base would begin with fiscal conservatives and social moderates … then expand to independents and loosely identified Democrats, says Tim Chambless, professor for the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah in Salt Lake City.”

And Huntsman is perhaps best poised among the Republican contenders to capture the youth vote, adds Mr. Quinn. He hit it off well with the students here, he says.

June 21, 2011: “Tim Chambless, Academic Coordnator for the Hinckley Institute of Politics was interviewed on KSL regarding the Huntsman’s Whitehouse run.

June 20, 2011: “Poll: Mormon church membership negative for Huntsman, Romney” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret News) “‘Utahns are a little sensitized,’ said Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and a longtime Romney supporter who is also close to Huntsman. He said Romney’s 2008 campaign provided ‘millions of people an opportunity to learn about Mormons, and usually more information provides greater tolerance and understanding.’”

June 20, 2011: “Debate good, but debt limit must go up” by Robert Bennett (Deseret News) ” If it is not raised, the Treasury Department will be unable to sell more bonds. Some say that would create market panic and trigger a world wide meltdown in the financial system; others say markets would rally because the world would know that we were serious about getting our financial house in order. Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.“

June 20, 2011: “Poll: Mormon church membership a negative for Huntsman, Romney” by Lisa Riley Roche (KSL) ’”Utahns are a little sensitized,’ saidKirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and a longtime Romney supporter who is also close to Huntsman. ‘What many polls fail to capture is Mormonism is a huge plus for many people in the country. Focus groups show Mormons are seen as honest and hard-working and patriotic,’ Jowers said.

June 17, 2011: “Hatch Courts Tea Party to Boost Election Chances” by Kirk Victor (The Fiscal Times) ”‘It is a common perception among folks here in the state that he has been maneuvering to the right, shifting to the right as he knows Election Day is coming,’ said University of Utah political science professor [and academic outreach coordinator at the Hinckley Institute of Politics] Tim Chambless. His vote ratings in National Journal show a move from the 29th most conservative senator in 2008, 30th in 2009 to 17th last year.”

June 14, 2011: Tim Chambless, Academic Coordinator at the Hinckley Institute of Politics interviewed with Lucky Severson and Trent Harris, Religion & Ethics Newsweekly. Re: Immigration Laws, Utah Legislators, and the Influence of the LDS Church. [Program is scheduled to air on KUED-TV Channel 7 at a later date in 2011].

June 14, 2011: “Special Report: Huntsman’s path to White House starts in China” by Ken Wills and Sui-Lee Wee (Reuters) “Others say Huntsman’s role in China, no matter how nuanced, may be largely irrelevant to an electorate more concerned about jobs in a sluggish economy at home. Romney, a former Massachusetts governor, could crowd out Huntsman for those votes, said Tim Chambless, political scientist at the University of Utah [and Hinckley Institute of Politics Academic Coordinator]in Salt Lake City.’

June 14, 2011: “Huntsman to announce bid for presidency” by Dan Metcalf Jr. (ABC 4) ”‘It’s very symbolic in terms of the Statue of Liberty being the backdrop, says Hinkley Institute of Politics professor Dr. Tim Chambless. ‘It’s the symbolism of Ronald Reagan in 1980 when Reagan began his campaign for the presidency “ it was very successful.’”

June 14, 2011: “Huntsman to announce his presidential candidacy next week” by Aaron Vaughn (Fox 13) ”‘It’s very symbolic in terms of the Statue of Liberty being the backdrop, says Hinkley Institute of Politics professor Dr. Tim Chambless. ‘It’s the symbolism of Ronald Reagan in 1980 when Reagan began his campaign for the presidency “ it was very successful.’”

June 13, 2011: “Romney leads race to take on Obama” by Richard McGregor (FT.com) “Tim Chambless of the University of Utah [and academic outreach coordinator at the Hinckley Institute of Politics] said the church had been trying for a decade to become more visible in the mainstream but still faced suspicion. ‘Evangelicals will probably vote against Mr Romney even if they agree with him on business,’ he said, citing polls that record up to 39 per cent of evangelicals saying they won’t support a Mormon.’”

June 13, 2011: “Jon Huntsman visits Utah as presidential candidate” by Jared Preusz (Fox 13) ”‘He’s someone who can be a candidate like Ron Paul for many primaries, maybe throughout the all of the primary season, because he has a certain niche, a certain constituency, within the Republican Party,’ saidDr. Tim Chambless of the University of Utah Hinckley Institute of Politics.

June 13, 2011: Tim Chambless, Academic Coordinator at the Hinckley Institute of Politics was interviewed on KSL Radio 1160
re : Tonight’s Republican Presidential Candidates Debate in New Hampshire.

June 12, 2011: “A Step in the Right Direction for Children Around the World” by Chris Dodd and Robert Bennett ”Last week, mothers in Mozambique walked up to 15 miles on behalf of their children. They weren’t part of a walk-a-thon or a protest, but their footsteps sent an equally powerful message: they were walking so their children could receive lifesaving vaccines to protect them from the blindness, deafness, brain damage and death caused by measles.Robert Bennett represented Utah in the United States Senate from 1993 to 2011. He is the chairman of The Bennett Consulting Group, a Resident Scholar at the Hinckley Institute of Politics, and a senior fellow at the Bipartisan Center.”

June 11, 2011: “Huntsman to announce his presidential campaign…soon ” by Sarah Dallof (KSL) ”Tim Chambless, Hinckley Institute of Politics Academic Coordinator was interviewed on Channel 5.”

June 9, 2011: “BYU scholar says all states are mix of Democrats, Republicans” by Brian Maffly (Salt Lake Tribune) ”‘It’s a myopic, exclusionary device. Activists are not paying attention to public opinion. They are not really talking to their neighbors,’ said Tim Chambless, academic outreach coordinator at the Hinckley Institute of Politics.

June 9, 2011: “Poll shows Romney in dead heat with Obama” by Dan Metcalf Jr. and Chris Vanocur (ABC 4) ”But, University of Utah associate political science professor [and Hinckley Institute of Politics Academic Coordinator], Tim Chambless, reminds ABC 4 and others that the election is still nearly a year and a half away. ‘We always have to remember that polls are simply indicators of the moment. The ultimate poll is going to be in November, November 6th, 2012, general election day.’”

June 8. 2011: “Is the US ready for a Mormon president ” by Tom Geoghegan (BBC News) ”Tim Chambless, Political Scientist, Hinckley Institute of Politics - “Polygamy or plural marriage was practised by Mormons until 1890 when leaders announced it would no longer be appropriate church policy.As a result, Utah was accepted as a state in 1894. The federal government had opposed statehood for Utah until the polygamy issue was resolved.Women received the right to vote shortly after the Civil War ended in 1865. Today, in Utah and in nearby neighbouring states, it is estimated that plural marriage is practised by perhaps 35,000-45,000 people. But this number cannot be documented.”

June 8, 2011: “Utah’s Bob Bennett: 2012 election may not be as anti-incumbent as 2010″ by Felicia Sonmez ”Former senator Bob Bennett (R-Utah), who lost his bid for a fourth term last May when he was ousted at the state Republican Party convention, said during a Capitol Hill visit last week that he believes the voter anger of 2010 that swept out longtime incumbents such as himself will have subsided by next year “ and that may make the road ahead easier for another Utah Republican up for reelection in 2012, Sen. Orrin Hatch.” [Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics]

June 7, 2011: “10 good examples of the type of leaders we need” by Randy Shumway (Deseret News) ”Kirk Jowers: Dubbed the “most quoted man in Utah,” Jowers is a Harvard-educated partner of a top international law firm. Along with chairing Utah’s Commission on Strengthening Democracy and serving on Gov. Gary Herbert’s “Kitchen Cabinet,” Jowers leads the U.’s Federal Relations and Hinckley Institute, which he has expanded globally and grown significantly since taking the helm.”

June 6, 2011: “A Westerner too reasonable for the White House?” by Stephanie Paige Ogburn (High Country News) ”That experience carries into his management and political style, says University of Utah political science professor [and Hinckley Institute of Politics Academic Coordinator] Tim Chambless, who’s been closely watching Utah political wrangling for 30 years. ‘Jon Huntsman¦will self identity as a good manager, problem solver, looking for consensus. That’s what good diplomats do. He’s looking for an approach where he can walk out of the room and people feel good. That’s not an approach that’s going to endear him to the Tea Party people. And the Tea Party people are the ones who are the loud ones right now.”

June 6, 2011: “Satirical Newsweek Cover Features Romney and Religion” by Carole Mikita and Andrew Adams (KSL) ”‘There are people in this country, people who potentially will be Republican Party delegates, who have real questions about whether or not Mormons are real Christians,’ says University of Utah political science professor [and Hinckley Institute of Politics Academic Coordinator] Tim Chambless. ‘Public opinion polls range from 34 percent to 39 percent of Republicans who indicate that, as evangelicals, they will not vote for a Mormon for president.’”

June 6, 2011: “Mormons get Newsweek cover story” by Kimberly Houk (ABC 4) ”‘In 1960, John Kennedy had to address whether he’d be taking his orders from Rome instead of from the American people,’ says Dr. Tim Chambliss with the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah.”

June 6, 2011: “Utah wilderness plan a model for U.S.” by Robert Bennett (Deseret News) ”I was not aware of the depth of feeling on the issue until I ran for the Senate in 1992. My Democratic opponent, Wayne Owens, favored designating a large portion of the state as wilderness, and the vast majority of rural Utahns, whose lives would have been impacted by his proposals, were almost violently opposed. I quickly learned that if I wanted to be taken seriously in the counties south of Provo, I had to make myself knowledgeable on the subject.” Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.

June 5, 2011: “Mormons Rock!” by Walter Kirn (Newsweek) ”In the words of Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and a practicing Mormon, Romney and Huntsman are typical of what happens when prominent members of the church spend time ‘in environments where Mormonism is simply not a part of the everyday equation.’ They blend in.”

June 3, 2011: “High unemployment is good news for Mitt Romney” by Kimberly Houk (ABC 4 News) ”‘When it comes to the economy, that’s Mitt’s sweet spot. So unfortunately, for the rest of the country the more dramatic the economic news the better it is for Romney’s chances and to beat Obama,’ saidKirk Jowers. Jowers is the director for the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah. He’s also a close friend of the Romney family. He said for Romney to be successful, he can not let the economic discussion stray away from the economy. In Reagan’s words, are you better off now than you were 4 years ago? That’s what people are always asking, and as you saw in Romney’s speech, he was really trying to tie Obama to the fact that the economy was not getting better, remarked Jowers.

June 2, 2011: “Romney: A Utah Favorite” by Marcos Ortiz (ABC 4 News) ”This time, Kirk Jowers, the director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics,said Romney is focused. This time it’s all about the economy and that’s Mitt’s sweet spot…you will hear him talk about the economy, non-stop.

June 2, 2011: “Mitt Romney’s big choice signals strategy” by Jamshid Ghazi Askar (Deseret News) ”‘I imagine Romney will run a different campaign this time than he did last,’ said Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. ‘In 2007 Romney had developed somewhat of a national name as governor of Massachusetts, with the Olympics and with being one of People Magazine’s 50 Most Beautiful People. But he was not nearly as well known. ¦ Now, Romney has great name ID, the best fundraising network and is labeled as the frontrunner.’”

June 2, 2011: “Romney bound to find political success in Utah once again” by John Daley (KSL News) Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers visits with Richard Piatt and discusses Governor Romney’s campaign strategies for 2012.

June 2, 2011: “Rod Arquette Show with guest host Thomas Wright re caucus and convention” by Rod Arquette (KNRS) Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers discusses Utah’s caucus and convention system.

June 2, 2011: Kirk Jowers, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, appeared live in-studio as an anchor guest for the hour to watch and discuss Mitt Romney’s presidential announcement on Fox 13′s Good Morning Utah.

June 1, 2011: “Sources say Chaffetz is in against Hatch” by Robert Gehrke (Salt Lake Tribune) ”‘If Chaffetz declares, he is clearly the most formidable challenger to Orrin Hatch, said Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah. ‘Senator Hatch has this amazing history of service and a significant leadership post, but Chaffetz is simply the most popular politician among the delegates in Utah at the moment.’

June 1, 2011: “Chaffetz considering a run for Senate” by Marc Giauque (KSL News) ”Kirk Jowers of the Hinckley Institute of Politics says Chaffez is definitely the 800 pound political gorilla right now, because whatever he chooses will impact others interested in a possible Senate or House seat.

June 1, 2011: “Kirk Jowers, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics was interviewed on KSL Radio regarding the potential Hatch v. Chaffetz senatorial match-up.

May 31, 2011: “Kirk Jowers, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics was interviewed on the Grant and Amanda Show regarding the Mitt Romney appearance on the Today Show and Romney’s announcement this week.

May 30, 2011: “S.L. County politicians lining up to replace Corroon” by Jeremiah Stettler (Salt Lake Tribune) ”Tim Chambless, a political scientist at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, wouldn’t be surprised if it gets larger. When you have no incumbent, that makes it very attractive for people to consider running, Chambless said. I would expect more names as we move toward 2012.

May 30, 2011: “Huntsman uses weekend for serious family talks concerning presidency” by Kylie Conway (ABC 4 News) ”Hinckley Institute of Politics Director Kirk Jowers says if Huntsman throws his hat in the ring, this could be a great race. You know, you hear democrats talk a lot about two of Utah’s favorite sons. Romney and Huntsman, said Jowers. Jowers says Huntsman particularly threatens democrats because of his more moderate stance. That could give him the chance to steal votes from independents who could be willing to swing their vote. I think if he declares he and his family will be ready and they’ll make it an even more interesting race especially for us here in Utah, said Jowers.

May 30, 2011: “Fake Huntsman ad aims to distance him from conservatives” by John Hollenhorst (Deseret News) ”‘It shows me some fear in the more radical side of the Republican Party,” said Republican analyst Kirk Jowers of the Hinckley Institute of Politics. “They see some of their control slipping away. And so, instead of just engaging in a debate on the issues, they try to demonize or belittle people that way.”

May 30, 2011: “Poverty, optimism pepper Mozambique” by Robert Bennett (Deseret News) ”Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

May 29, 2011: “Huntsman attack ad hits the Internet” by John Hollenhorst (KSL News) ”‘It shows me some fear in the more radical side of the Republican Party,” said Republican analyst Kirk Jowers of the Hinckley Institute of Politics. “They see some of their control slipping away. And so, instead of just engaging in a debate on the issues, they try to demonize or belittle people that way.”

May 28, 2011: “S.L. County’s new Democratic boss eager to buff up a rusty party” by Jerimiah Stettler (Salt Lake Tribune) ”Tim Chambless, a political scientist at the University of Utah, said rebranding the party to better appeal to “young, up-and-coming, working professionals” could benefit Democrats, particularly when those “working-class” families comprise a large percentage of the voting bloc.”

May 28, 2011: “Bennett back from African aid trip” by Matt Canham (Salt Lake Tribune) ”Bennett’s work with the U.N. Foundation is the latest in his post-Senate obligations. After losing a re-election bid in 2010, Bennett has started his own lobbying firm, signed up with the Bipartisan Policy Center, mentored interns from the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and written a regular column for the Deseret News.”

May 27, 2011: “Huntsman family meeting in Utah this weekend to discuss presidential bid” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret News) ’Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and a Romney adviser, said while Huntsman was in China, other contenders were able to raise money, assemble campaigns, court supporters and do media interviews. “The field is being set right now,” Jowers said. “There is a true cost for delaying.”

May 25, 2011: “Jowers says he was told of serious conflicts at Utah’s capitol” by Max Roth (Fox 13 News) ”Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, says he heard troubling confessions when he served as Chair of the Governor’s Commission on Strengthening Democracy.”

May 24, 2011: “The GOP’s Sinophile US Presidential Candidate” by Hamish McKenzie (Asia Sentinel) ”Some observers believe Huntsman’s Asian experience “ he also served as ambassador to Singapore under President George H.W. Bush “ would stand him in good stead for a run for the Presidency. “One thing that is perceived as lacking in the Republican field is foreign policy experience and understanding,” says Kirk Jowers, director of the Salt Lake City-based Hinckley Institute of Politics and a former adviser to Huntsman. “Romney’s very tough to beat if economy is the number one issue… but if foreign policy turns into the top issue, then that could be the opening that gives Huntsman some air.”

May 24, 2011: “Romney, Huntsman and 2012″ by Doug Fabrizio (Radiowest KUER 90.1) ”Mormonism is making headlines again in the Republican presidential race. In 2008, there were a lot of questions about Mitt Romney’s membership in the LDS Church. Romney’s thrown his hat in the ring again, but chances are he won’t be alone. Utah’s own Jon Huntsman hasn’t officially declared, but he’s just off a 5-day tour of early primary state New Hampshire. Tuesday, we’re talking about the 2012 prospects for Romney and Huntsman and what being “Mormon” means to them and to American voters.”

May 23, 2011: “Jon Huntsman weighs GOP presidential bid” by Susan Page (USA Today) ”Tim Chambliss, a University of Utah political scientist who knows both Romney and Huntsman, says Huntsman can be a more likable figure. ‘He’s just one of those men who, when he walks into the room, the temperature changes,’ Chambliss says.”

May 23, 2011: “Conflict investigation leads to UDOT backpedaling” by Max Roth (Fox 13 News) ”There’s not a lot of transparency, not even a lot of guidelines for people who would like to be good or like to be ethical,” said Kirk Jowers, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics and an attorney specializing in election law.”

May 22, 2011: “An investigation into governmental conflict of interest laws” by Brittany Green (Fox 13 News) ”‘On the one hand, they need to make a living, on the other hand they need to be legislators and represent the public interest, so there’s a lot of gray area,” said Kirk Jowers with the Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

May 20, 2011: “‘I am Mormon,’ Huntsman tells ‘Good Morning America’” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret News & KSL) ”Mormonism is an absolute catnip for national media. They can’t get enough of it,” Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and an adviser to another LDS contender for the White House, Mitt Romney. “I think Mormon candidates probably feel like it’s not completely fair,” Jowers said. “Most other people can get away with one more superficial answer. But that’s the world Mitt Romney faced in 2008 and is still facing. That’s what Huntsman will face going forward.”

May 20, 2011: “Might the road to the White House wind through Park City again?” by Jay Hamburger (The Park Record) ”Kirk Jowers, the director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, agrees with the state Republican chairman that Parkites are more apt to see Huntsman or Romney, if they mount campaigns, than they are politicians who will be running without ties to the state. “The other candidates will most likely cede Utah to them,” Jowers, a longtime Romney supporter, says. “I don’t expect a play by the other candidates.”

May 19, 2011: “Congressman suggests selling Utah” (KSL) “At the University of Utah, political science professor Tim Chambless raised concerns about precedent. To sell off your assets is something you want to think long and hard about, Chambless said. Interest is one thing. To sell off your principal is another.

May 15, 2011: “Capitol sausage-makers” by reader Sandra J. Everett (Salt Lake Tribune) ”The first red flag was when the well-respected Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, said that many lawmakers felt they were strong-armed into voting to override the governor’s veto.”

May 12, 2011: “Huntsman And His Faith A Tough Question” by Fields Moseley (KUTV) ”‘Religion, especially Mormonism has proven like catnip to the national media,’ Kirk Jowers. The director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics Director knows Huntsman personally and professionally. ‘I think that is not necessarily him pandering to these different constituencies, but rather, kind of his more globalist view of philosophies and ideas,’ Jowers said.”

May 12, 2011: “Mitt Romney: Mass. health law differs from Obama’s” by Philip Elliot (Deseret News) ”Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’sHinckley Institute of Politics and a Romney supporter said the speech was a good starting point. ‘It is a question among voters, about how ‘Romneycare’ and ‘Obamacare’ compare and what his vision for the future is. ¦ It’s a great first step of settling the issue. Romney has been very consistent on saying health care should be left to the states,’ Jowers said.”

May 12, 2011: “Huntsman says his Mormon church membership is ‘tough to define’” by Lisa Riley Roche (KSL) ”Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and a longtime Romney supporter, said it’s too early in the race to judge Huntsman’s comments on religion. ‘Huntsman is a very spiritual man and certainly is respectful of a lot of the world’s religions and ideas,’ Jowers said. ‘It’s always difficult for candidates to discuss such personal issues. If you profess your religion too loudly, people will call you self-righteous.’” See story also at Fox 13 and Deseret News.

May 12, 2011: Kirk Jowers, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics was interviewed by Marc Giaque on KSL Radio regarding the Time Magazine article on Ambassador Huntsman and Governor Mitt Romney’s healthcare address.

May 12, 2011: Kirk Jowers, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics was interviewed on the Rod Arquette Show regarding reforming Utah’s caucus and convention system.

May 12, 2011: ” Rep. Rob Bishop meets with Utah constituents, ds a news conference with Sen. Mike Enzi to re-introduce the Repeal Amendment and sits down with students from the U.’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.” (Politics Cornflakes)

May 11, 2011: ” Sen. Orrin Hatch meets with Utah Realtors, attends a Senate Finance Committee hearing on the Columbia Free Trade Agreement, and hosts meetings with the Utah Association of Realtors, Chevron CEO John Watson and students from the U. of U.’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.” (Political Cornflakes)

May 4, 2011: “Kirk Jowers, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics was interviewed on the KSL Radio regarding the political implications of former President Jimmy Carter complimenting Jon Huntsman, Jr. as a potential presidential candidate.

May 4, 2011: “Kirk Jowers, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics was interviewed on the KSL TV regarding the political implications of former President Jimmy Carter complimenting Jon Huntsman, Jr. as a potential presidential candidate.

May 3, 2011: “Kirk Jowers, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics was interviewed on the Grant and Amanda Show regarding the political implications of Osama Bin Laden’s death for President Obama.

May 2, 2011: “Huntsman and Romney on a collision course” by Matea Gold (LA Times) ”‘He’s certainly not willing to make a great off-color joke, but he’ll good-naturedly slam you a little bit,’ said Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and Federal Relations, who has known Romney for years. ‘He is a great guy to share a root beer with.’”

May 2, 2011: “Birther question should be dropped” by Robert Bennett” by Robert Bennett (Deseret News) ”I had no intention of writing about President Obama’s birth certificate until I was asked, after his press conference on the subject, “Why didn’t he produce it a long time ago?” The question shows how difficult it is to squash a ridiculous story once it has “gone viral” on the web. Time for a little history. Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

April 29, 2011: “Primary Status: NH Dems file complaint against Romney over contributions” by John Distaso (Unionleader.com) ”In New Hampshire, Romney’s state PAC changed its name from “Free and Strong America PAC – New Hampshire” to “The Commonwealth PAC- New Hampshire” on April 1. On the same day, Elizabeth Mahoney resigned as PAC chair, replaced by Kirk Jowers, and Mark Sykas resigned as Treasurer, replaced by Beverly Bruce.”

April 28, 2011: “Utah Gov. Gary Herbert fires back at lawmakers who want override” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret News) ”Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and an adviser to the governor, said the override session could help rather than hurt him with voters. ‘It could be a great moment for Herbert to have taken a stand, a principled stand, in spite of the fact he was going to lose to the Legislature,’ Jowers said. ‘For Utah, it is high stakes, because it’s relatively unseen.’”

April 28, 2011: “Huntsman’s ambassadorship in China ends Saturday” by John Daley (Deseret News) ”‘People use the analogy of a surfer,’ explained Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics. ‘You have to be a great surfer to win, but you also have to catch the right wave. His wave is going to be foreign policy. Romney’s is going to be the economy. If one of those is cresting at the right time, who knows what will happen.’

April 28, 2011: “Huntsman facing steep path to presidency” by Matt Hopkins and John Daley (KSL) ”‘People use the analogy of a surfer. You have to be a great surfer to win, but you also have to catch the right wave,’ explained Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics. ‘You also have to catch the right wave. His wave is going to be foreign policy. Romney’s is going to be the economy. If one of those is cresting at the right time, who knows what will happen.’”

April 28, 2011: “Students recognized for internship experiences” by Doug Jennings (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”Pittman completed a three-month internship in Melbourne, Australia with the Hinckley Institute of Politics. Part of his experience included “chasing kangaroos and flood recovery efforts,” Pittman said as he received his certificate.”

April 28, 2011: “Kirk Jowers, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics was interviewed on the regarding legislators considering overriding Governor Herbert’s veto.”

April 26, 2011: “Worldwide internships open doors” by Chris Shapard (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”The international internship program, which is supported by the Hinckley Institute of Politics, is the first of its kind to be offered in England. Benns will be one of three students to pioneer the new experience. Benns discovered the opportunity while working for the institute as a staff assistant. She worked with the Utah Legislature during the 2010 session as an intern for the chief advocate of United Way, and said she has always been interested in government functions.”

April 25, 2011: “Let’s lower our voices and make sure we’re telling the truth” by Robert Bennett (Deseret News) ”Last week I sat on a panel where the topic was civility in public discourse. The panelists were asked if nastiness in America’s political dialog was at its highest point in our history. All agreed that the answer was “no,” but that is small comfort. Just because we do not settle differences the way Aaron Burr did with Alexander Hamilton by shooting him ds not mean that the present atmosphere of vitriol is healthy. Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

April 25, 2011: Kirk Jowers, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics was interviewed on KSL Radio’s Doug Wright Show regarding President Young’s departure from the University of Utah.

April 22, 2011: “Politics Up Close: Imam Muhammad Musri” by Jeff Robinson (KCPW) ”Imam Muhammad Musri was launched into the spotlight for trying to stop a Florida Pastor from burning the Quran. We talked with him about that effort, and what it’s like to be Muslim in the U.S. He spoke in Salt Lake City this week at the Salt Lake Committee on Foreign Relations and the Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

April 21, 2011: “Women’s worth not publicly dictated” by Whitney Walalce (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”Thanks to the Hinckley Institute of Politics, I intern within walking distance of the U.S. Capitol and just down the street from the FBI at the Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars. This is a great place to intern, not just because of the interesting neighbors and the rÃ©sumÃ©-enhancing taglines, but also because of the engaging work and ongoing academic discussion of public policy.”

April 21, 2011: “Think for yourself, keep perspective” by Danny Goaslind (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”I am working on Capitol Hill as a congressional intern through the Hinckley Institute of Politics. I’ve been here since January and will leave in the next couple of weeks. Naturally, as my time is winding down, my thoughts turn to some of the experiences that I’ve had here and the lessons that have come along with them. I was asked the other day, ‘What will you miss most about Washington, D.C.?’ I became somewhat nostalgic as I thought about my response:

April 20, 2011: “Lobbyists say they spent no money; loophole blamed” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret News) ”‘The loopholes were pretty easy for everyone to figure out,’ said Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. ‘At the very least, these first quarter reports seem to amplify the need to fix some of those loopholes.’”

April 18, 2011: “New Utah CCHD head supported gay ˜marriage,’ promoting contraception in schools” by Patrick B Cayne (LifeSite.News) ”In a 2008 debate at the Hinckley Institute of Politics in Salt Lake City, Hill called for changes in Utah law to allow the promotion of contraception in schools as part of a ‘comprehensive’ approach to sex education. The state currently forbids promoting contraception in schools.”

April 18, 2011: “The good, the bad and the hopeful” by Robert Bennett (Deseret News) ”For decades, every serious policy maker has realized that the spending trajectory of these programs must change if our long-term debt problem is to be solved, but any attempt to do so was considered political suicide. Bills introduced on the subject were sidetracked and ignored. I know because my bills dealing with entitlements, while praised by financial experts, never attracted a single co-sponsor or became the subject of a single hearing. That’s now changed.” ”Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

April 12, 2011: “Bennett: Congress should raise federal debt ceiling ” by Becky Bruce (KSL) ”‘It will mean that the United States for the first time in its history will have defaulted on its debt, when it has the capacity to borrow the money by selling new bonds to pay the debt,’ Bennett said [Robert Bennett, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics].”

April 12, 2011: “Ambassador to discuss U.S., Brazil relations” by Andreas Rivera (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”The Hinckley Institute of Politics will be hosting Brazilian Ambassador to the United States Mauro Luiz Iecker Vieira today in a forum about Brazilian relations. Kirk Jowers, director of the institute, said the ambassador will be coming to discuss the state of United States and Brazilian relations and the state of affairs in Brazil.”

April 11, 2011: “Kirk Jowers, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics was interviewed on the Grant and Amanda Show regarding how the 2012 presidential race is stacking up.”

April 11, 2011: Kirk Jowers, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics was interviewed by KSL Channel 5 News regarding former Massachusetts Governor Mitt Romney filing his presidential exploratory committee documents with the Federal Election Commission.

April 11, 2011: Kirk Jowers, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics was interviewed by Fox Channel 13 News regarding former Massachusetts Governor Mitt Romney filing his presidential exploratory committee documents with the Federal Election Commission.

April 11, 2011: Kirk Jowers, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics was interviewed by KUTV Channel 2 News regarding former Massachusetts Governor Mitt Romney filing his presidential exploratory committee documents with the Federal Election Commission.

April 11, 2011: “Brazil Ambassador visits Utah” by Spencer Garn (Deseret News) ”Utah has both, Vieira said, referencing the 12 to 15 thousand Brazilians in the state and a Brazilian company in Lindon Utah. When Vieira met with Lt. Governor Greg Bell earlier Monday, they discussed further plans to strengthen business relations including an upcoming Bell plans to make with a business delegation. [He will speak at the Hinckley Institute of Politicson Tuesday].”

April 11, 2011: “Mitt Romney announces 2012 presidential exploratory committee” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret News) ”‘I think Romney has decided, ‘Let’s have at it, let’s get in there,’ said Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and a longtime Romney supporter.”

April 11, 2011: “UDOT didn’t have documents to support $13 million settlement ” by Lisa Riley Roche (KSL) ”An adviser to the governor, Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, said despite the hard hit Herbert’s campaign took over the controversy, the governor still won big last November. “I think he was vindicated in the election and nothing was changed with that in this audit,” Jowers said. “It’s his choice now whether he will take up the mantra on being a reformer” and extend some of the audit’s findings on transparency and conflicts of interest to other areas of state government.” ((Story also provided at Deseret News).

April 9, 2011: “Trump may want to fire himself from Utah GOP presidential primary after new poll” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret News) ”‘I think Utahns realize that one man has a vision for running the country and the other man, a vision for getting his ratings up,’ said Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and a longtime Romney supporter. Jowers said he was surprised Trump had as much support as he did in Utah. “We have 11 percent who want to be an apprentice,” he said, referring to Trump’s popular TV show that allows him to choose someone each season to help him run his business empire.”

April 4, 2011: “Hinckley intern receives Truman Scholarship” by Andreas Rivera (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”Peart’s selection as one of the scholars was announced last week. He is a three-time Hinckley Institute of Politics intern, where his experience includes working at the Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars, in Washington, D.C., and as a personal assistant to Salt Lake County Mayor Peter Corroon.”

April 4, 2011: “Reagan: political skills and solid principles” by Robert Bennett (Deseret News) ”Like most Americans, I wasn’t aware of Reagan as anything more than an actor whose career had ended until I saw the televised speech he gave in support of Barry Goldwater in 1964. It was powerful enough to launch his political career; just two years later, in 1966, he was elected governor of California. In 1968, many conservatives backed him for president. Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

April 3, 2011: “2012 is a blank slate, but we see potential chalk lines” by Frank Pignanelli and LaVarr Web (Deseret News) “Hinckley InstituteDirector Kirk Jowers (Utah’s “most quoted person”) definitely wants to run for something, sometime.”

April 1, 2011: “Streak: Another U. student wins prestigious Truman scholarship : by Brian Maffly (Deseret News) ”‘Untold lives have been inspired by theHinckley Institute’s efforts to elevate the caliber of public service and political discourse, using their valuable influence in Utah as well as on national and global stages,” Peart said in a news release. “Receiving this scholarship and the distinction it entails evokes in me an enormous sense of responsibility to continue on into public service. I hope to honor this trust in my efforts to realize a vision of expanding democracy and voter efficacy in developing states.’”

March 31, 2011: “Are there fatal flaws in politics anymore?” by Paul Nelson (KSL) ”ll of these skeletons in the political closet are reasons why these candidates can’t win the 2012 election, right? Not necessarily, according to Hinckley Institute of Politics Director Kirk Jowers. ‘I don’t see anyone with a so-called ˜fatal flaw,’ he said. Jowers says flaws are not nearly as fatal as they sound on paper, no matter what party the candidate represents. President Barack Obama was criticized for not having enough experience. President Bill Clinton was labeled as a philanderer by his critics. President Ronald Reagan was called a shallow actor. President George W. Bush was¦ well, many negative things were said about President Bush. All of these men had what were supposed to be reasons why they couldn’t win a presidential election. Yet, each one landed the job.

March 30, 2011: “Meet Utah’s new Cherry Blossom princess ” by Thomas Burr (Salt Lake Tribune) “Coomans, an [Hinckley Institute] intern in the Washington office of Rep. Jason Chaffetz and a U. student, has been named by the Utah State Society as its princess for the National Cherry Blossom Festival, a large gathering that draws millions of visitors to witness the Tidal Basin ablaze in puffy flowers.”

March 30, 2011: “U student to represent Utah” by Andreas Rivera (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”Every year, state societies select princesses to represent their states. Coomans works as an intern with Rep. Jason Chaffetz in his Washington, D.C. office, said Taylor Morgan, the Hinckley Institute of Politics’sWashinton, D.C. internship manager.”

March 28, 2011: “Federal shutdown could disrupt Utah jobs” by Richard Piatt (Deseret News) ”‘Remember back to 1995 with Newt Gingrich and President Bill Clinton,’ said Kirk Jowers of the Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

March 28, 2011: “Could budget cuts favor Obama?” by Robert Bennett (Deseret News) ”Recent news out of Congress has been about the possibility of a dramatic face off between President Obama and the Congress over spending. The newly Republican House has been demanding deep cuts in what’s left of Fiscal 2011 (it ends on Sept. 30) and threatening to “shut down the Government” if they don’t get their way. Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

March 28, 2011: “Federal shutdown could disrupt Utah jobs ” by Richard Piatt (KSL) ”‘Remember back to 1995 with Newt Gingrich and President Bill Clinton,’ said Kirk Jowers of the Hinckley Institute of Politics. ’With Gingrich and Clinton, Clinton was at a lower point in the polls than Obama is right now. But he used the shutdown as a trampoline to jump into a second term. He did it very effectively, so the gamesmanship will be fascinating,’ Jowers said.”

March 26, 2011: “Can balanced budget amendment put to an end to U.S. deficit?” by Kelly McConkie Henriod (Deseret News) ”Earlier this month, Utah Sens. Orrin Hatch, R-Utah, and Mike Lee, R-Utah, along with Republican heavyweights like Sen. John Cornyn of Texas, were set to unveil yet another draft of a proposed balanced budget amendment. The event was scuttled by Majority Leader Mitch McConnell in order to garner a wider base of Republican support, but it’s not going away. A part of the Republican platform since 1980, and proposed by Hatch 27 times, the time has perhaps never been more ripe to pass the amendment, says Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah.”

March 25, 2011: ” Doug Wright speaks to ” and for ” Utah’s moderates” by Glen Warchol (Salt Lake Tribune) ”With Wright’s huge following in the middle of Utah’s political spectrum, being interviewed by ‘the most trusted voice in Utah’ has strong appeal to politicians, says Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. ‘He is respected as a fair interviewer by everyone but those at the extremes of either party,’ Jowers says. There is an understanding that if [an office holder] is coming on, [Wright] will not be impolite.

March 22, 2011: “Poll: Utah lawmakers, Herbert get ‘C’ for session” (Associated Press) ”‘The Legislature has become very adept at blowing its own foot off in the last couple of days,’ said Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

March 22, 2011: “As women demand bigger seat at table in Utah politics, ‘Troublemakers’ seek to make a difference” by Jamshid Ghazi Askar (Deseret News) ”Despite the enthusiasm surrounding Troublemakers, an artificial ceiling may already exist for women in Utah politics. Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, readily acknowledges the political vitality, productivity and influence of women like Scott and Henderson. However, he cautions that before women start winning statewide elections in Utah with any kind of frequency, a fix must first be found for the caucus system that sends to convention a contingent of Republican delegates which is 75 percent male.”

March 21, 2011: “Who is Utah’s Biggest Publicity Hound?” by Bryan Schott (Utah Policy) ”WHO IS UTAH’S BIGGEST PUBLICITY HOUND? PLEASE RANK THE FOLLOWING POLITICIANS AND WANNABES, BASED ON HOW PUBLICITY-HUNGRY THEY ARE AND HOW SUCCESSFUL THEY ARE IN GETTING THEIR NAMES IN THE NEWS. RANK THE TOP PUBLICITY HOUND WITH A NO. 1, DOWN TO NO. 5 FOR THE LEAST SUCCESSFUL PUBLICITY HOUND. AND ADD OTHER ANY PUBLICITY HOUNDS YOU THINK SHOULD BE ON THE LIST.”

March 20, 2011: “Public gives Legislature mediocre grade after late dustup over GRAMA” by Paul Kpp (Deseret News) ”According to Jowers [Kirk Jowers, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics], that’s more evidence of a gulf between activist delegates ” who control party conventions and therefore many politicians’ fates ” and the general public. ‘Again and again, we see vast majorities of Utahns are conservative, compassionate, pragmatic people who want reasonable solutions,’ he said. ‘But when politicians give the people what they want, the delegates try to make them pay for it.’”

March 17, 2011: “Internship gave tweeting lesson for a twit” by Cody Rogers (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”Soon after I arrived in Brussels to complete aHinckley Institute of Politics internship with the Public Affairs section of the U.S. Mission to North Atlantic Treaty Organization, I was asked to come up with some recommendations to improve our outreach on social media platforms.”

March 17, 2011: “Looking to the future: China’s 5-year plan” by Meredith Andolesk (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”My internship [with Hinckley Institute of Politics] with the U.S. Foreign Commercial Service has opened my eyes to a whole new side of China. Located in the U.S. Embassy in Beijing, I am able to get front and center with the current and unremitting issues that run through the veins of the dragon nation.”

March 17, 2011: “Utah GOP Dominating State Policy” (Newsmax) ”‘They do listen to us,’ Senate Minority Leader Ross Romero, a Salt Lake City Democrat, told a Hinckley Institute of Politics forum at the University of Utah last week.”

March 16, 2011: “Legislative session is adjourned” by Andreas Rivera (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, said the governor and legislators made a fair budget and should be commended.”

March 16, 2011: “GOP passed 9 of every 10 bills in Legislature” by Lee Davidson (Deseret News) ’They do listen to us,’ Senate Minority Leader Ross Romero, D-Salt Lake City, told a Hinckley Institute of Politics forum at the University of Utah last week.”

March 15, 2011: “House rep. holds press conference explaining intentions signing HB 477″ by Aaron Vaughn ”Rep. Powell, R-Heber, voted yes on House Bill 477 two times, once during the initial vote and another time when the governor recalled it. But Powell said during a live radio interview that he did not want to vote for the law, which would restrict the public from accessing certain government records, including emails and text messages. Powell said he felt pressured by House leadership, but appeared to backtrack a little further explaining his intentions.”

March 14, 2011: “Hinckley Institute: Combining Politics and Education” (The News) ”Politics is a necessary component of our government, just as education is a necessary component of an informed citizenry. These societal segments feed each other in many ways, both adversarial and cooperative. As such, Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, was the latest presenter for the biannual meetings of Leaders Associates. Along with an overview on America’s political landscape, Jowers addressed the ever important educational issue of civility as well as how schools can teach students to civilly engage in politics.’

March 14, 2011: “Three biggest entitlement programs” by Robert Bennett (Deseret News) ” In a previous column I used the term ‘entitlement spending,’ and a number of people have asked me what that means, exactly. In law, ‘to entitle’ is to bestow a legal right. If you buy a government bond, you have a legal right to the interest payment promised in the bond. Your right to that payment is so secure that the government must give it to you even if it has to borrow the money in order to do it. Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

March 13, 2011: “More Mormons pursuing the presidency” by Mark Hemingway (GetReligion.org) ”The mixture has created overwhelmingly conservative politics in heavily Mormon states such as Utah and Idaho, but with a pragmatic twist, says Kirk Jowers, a Mormon and the director of theHinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah. It may not be a coincidence that Mr Romney in Massachusetts and Mr Huntsman in Utah made the two biggest state-level efforts to reform health care (Mr Romney’s reform even resembling Barack Obama’s to a striking degree).”

March 11, 2011: “Lawmakers say they deserve B+ for session” by Amanda Verzello (KSL) ”Sponsored by the Hinckley Institute of Politics, the panel discussion also included House Speaker Becky Lockhart, R-Provo. While she chose not to give the session a grade, she did say she was “quite pleased” with how the session turned out.”

March 11, 2011: “Lawmakers Wrapping Up Legislative Session” by Fields Moseley and Rod Decker (KUTV) ”Fields Moseley and Rod Decker report from the capitol on the final night for this legislative session, one which saw hundreds of demonstrators that were not happy with the passage of HB 477. Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers was interviewed for the report.”

March 11, 2011:Kirk Jowers, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, appeared live in-studio to discuss the end of the legislative session on Fox 13′s Good Morning Utah.

March 10, 2011: “Governor Herbert refuses to talk to ABC 4 about House Bill 477″ by Chris Vanocur (ABC 4) ”ABC 4 tried to ask Governor Herbert about HB 477 in private as he arrived at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

March 7, 2011: “ASUU candidates start campaigns” by Andreas Rivera (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”Panelists from different student groups, including theHinckley Institute of Politics, the Student Village, Black Student Union and the Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender Resource Center will attend and ask questions, said Mari Broadhead, the elections registrar.”

March 7, 2011: ” Ex-Sen. Bennett to help Wilderness Society” by Thomas Burr (Salt Lake Tribune) ”In addition to his consulting firm, Bennett has taken on a slew of assignments since leaving office, including working with the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, the Washington-based Bipartisan Policy Center and the massive law firm of Arent Fox.”

March 7, 2011: “Two Latter-day Saints consider presidential run” by Hunter Schwartz (Universe – BYU) ”‘Having two Mormons run in the primary will get certain detractors of the Church more motivated, said Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and Federal Relations. Regardless, the fact that Romney endured questions and criticism over his faith in 2008 might mean the media and voters will be less interested the second time around.”

March 4, 2011: “ABC 4 confronts Governor Herbert about plans to keep state records hidden from public” by Chris Vanocur (ABC 4) ”ABC 4 tried to ask Governor Herbert about HB 477 in private as he arrived at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

March 2, 2011: “Two students are finalists for Truman Scholarship” by Marie Lenihan-Clarke (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”The finalists for the 2011 Harry S. Truman Scholarship were announced this week. Two U students are in the running for the $30,000 scholarship, which can be used toward graduate study, training and career counseling. Finalists will also have opportunities to work with federal government departments. ‘Essentially, this is one of the most prestigious undergraduate scholarships in the U.S. and is remarkable in what it offers for the students”not only ds it offer a large sum of money, but it also gives priority admission to some of the best schools,’ said Taylor Morgan, political programs coordinator for the Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

February 28, 2011: “Kitchen table model dsn’t work” by Robert Bennett (Deseret News) ”‘The American people know what it takes to get things under control,’ the Outs say. “As they sit at the kitchen table going over their bills, they know that if they can’t get a raise from the boss down at the factory, they must cut back on their spending. The Ins don’t seem to understand this truth, and look at the mess they have gotten us into!’”

February 27, 2011: “Jowers discusses the 2011 legislative session” by Brittany Green (Fox 13) ”This year’s legislative session has less than two weeks left and Hinkley Institute of Politics Director Kirk Jowers came to Fox 13 to give his perspective of what has happened so far. Jowers says determining the winners and losers in this year’s session is hard with two weeks left, but as the session ends, they will begin to emerge.”

February 27, 2011:Kirk Jowers, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, appeared live in-studio to discuss what to expect in the final two weeks of the legislative session on Fox 13′s Good Morning Utah.

February 24, 2011: “Will Matheson survive? Census figures set stage for redistricting” by Paul Kpp (Deseret News) ”‘Whatever they do, I’m sure they’ll be criticized,’ said Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. He noted that making Matheson’s district more conservative would make the other three districts somewhat less safe for Republicans.”

February 24, 2011: “Huntsman appears supporter of China demonstrations in YouTube video” by Arikka Von (Fox 13) ”Kirk Jowers with the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah was in Beijing last year and says Huntsman is not one to shy away from the public. ‘I think one thing very endearing about Ambassador Huntsman to the Chinese is he rides his bike to some of his meetings, he dsn’t lock himself behind the walls of the embassy, he wants to see what people are experiencing in China,’ Jowers says.”

February 24, 2011: “Video has Huntsman in international hot water” by Chris Vanocur (ABC 4) ”Kirk Jowers of the Hinckley Institute of Politics watched the video with ABC 4 and said, ‘It’s funny to watch the propaganda they’re trying to make on it. I think it’s absurd on its face that he would be involved in any type of revolutionary display.’”

February 23, 2011: “Utah’s fourth House seat to add clout in Washington” by Katie Barlow (Universe – BYU) ”A big question is whether the new lines will create an advantage for Republicans. Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, said Republicans in Utah control the state House and Senate with more than super majorities, as well as the governor’s office, so the GOP will have complete control in setting the boundaries. ‘Like Democrats and Republicans with control all over the country, they will draw the lines that most favor their own party,’ Jowers said. ‘The big question is whether Republicans will be able to redistrict in such a way that they create an opportunity to unseat Jim Matheson or force him to run for the Senate.

February 21, 2011: “Getting America’s financial house in order” by Robert Bennett (Deseret News) ”Robert Bennett, former U.S. Senator from Utah, is a part-time teacher, researcher and lecturer at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Center for Politics. We are pleased to welcome him as a regular columnist at the Deseret News.

February 19, 2011: “Utah’s immigration debate ” the tone has darkened” by David Montero (Salt Lake Tribune) ”Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, said the debate gets so simplified that one side screams ‘amnesty’ and the other side shouts ‘rule of law’ and no middle ground is visible. That, he said, can promote extremism.”

February 18, 2011: “Army Undersecretary Joseph Westphal spouts a trial balloon” by Jose Da La Isla (East Valley Tribune) ”There was something unsettling about what U.S. Army Undersecretary Joseph Westphal said at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics this month. It was maybe an ominous trial balloon. Westphal’s Feb. 8 lecture touched on wild speculation that the U.S. Army might end up fighting insurgents in Mexico, according to the Salt Lake City daily The Deseret News.

February 18, 2011: “Mitt Romney’s wife: ‘He’d make a great president’” by Max Roth (Fox 13) ”‘He’d make a great president,’ said his wife, Ann, when asked if she wanted him to run for the nation’s highest office.

February 18, 2011: “Mitt Romney meets with Utah lawmakers and supporters” by Lisa Riley Roche and Dennis Romboy (Deseret News) ”Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and a longtime Romney supporter who is also close to Huntsman, helped set up Romney’s visit to the Utah capitol. ‘A lot of people got on the Romney presidential bandwagon in 2008,’ Jowers said, noting an unprecedented 90 percent of Utah Republicans backed Romney in the party’s presidential primary.

February 17, 2011: “Romney makes surprise stop at Utah Capitol” by David Montero (Salt Lake Tribune) ”But he didn’t make an official announcement ” though Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah and a Romney booster, said that ’96 percent of the people in line waiting to shake his hand asked him to run.’ Jowers said he thought the candidates ” including Romney ” would make their official announcements in March or April.”

February 17, 2011: “Mitt Romney meets with Utah lawmakers and supporters ” by Lisa Riley ROche and Dennis Romboy (KSL) “Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and a longtime Romney supporter who is also close to Huntsman, helped set up Romney’s visit to the Utah capitol. ‘A lot of people got on the Romney presidential bandwagon in 2008,’ Jowers said, noting an unprecedented 90 percent of Utah Republicans backed Romney in the party’s presidential primary. Jowers downplayed Romney’s stop in Utah as mostly personal, but hinted an announcement may be coming soon. ‘I think it’s definitely fair to say Gov. Romney has done everything he would need to do to be able to run for president if he chooses to do that. Certainly there’s no announcement yet,’ Jowers said, from any legitimate candidate.”

February 15, 2011: “U.S. Constitution Gets Second Life With New Website” (Utah Business.com) ”Other donors for the ConSource website include Senator Mike Lee (R-UT) and Representative Bob Bishop (R-UT). Bishop supported the House of Representatives opening its session by reading the Constitution in January, and he is encouraging other politicians to donate to the site. University of Utah Hinckley Institute of Politics Director Kirk Jowers has also donated. (2.16.11)”

February 14, 2011: “David Eccles School of Business Streamlines Undergraduate Curriculum to Enhance Entrepreneurial, Interdisciplinary Education” (SunHerald.com) ”The changes will give students greater opportunities to pursue experiential learning opportunities at the University of Utah”including lessons in entrepreneurship at the Pierre Lassonde Entrepreneur Center, assessing venture capital deals with the University Venture Fund, study abroad, foreign language studies, internships with the Hinckley Institute of Politics, research through the Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program and many other options.”

February 13, 2011: “Mitt Romney Leads John Huntsman in Utah Poll for President” by Jack Philips ”‘It could be a damaging poll for Huntsman, at least in the short term,’ said Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, according to the Deseret News.”

February 13, 2011: “Utahns would choose Romney over Huntsman for president ” by Lisa Riley Roche (KSL) ”‘It could be a damaging poll for Huntsman, at least in the short term,; said Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and a longtime Romney supporter who is also close to Huntsman.”

February 12, 2011: “Mexican official claims his country is safer than many U.S. cities” by Dave Gibson (Examiner.com) ” On Monday, Undersecretary of the U.S. Army, Joseph Westphal, told a crowd at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics that Mexico’s drug war was an “insurgency.”

February 12, 2011: “Utahns would choose Mitt Romney over Jon Huntsman Jr. for president” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret News) ”‘It could be a damaging poll for Huntsman, at least in the short term,’ said Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and a longtime Romney supporter who is also close to Huntsman. ‘To see the place that knows him best is going for Romney could have some impact,’ Jowers said, at a time when the public is just beginning to hear about the possibility of a Huntsman run.

February 11, 2011: “McEntee: Orrin Hatch embraces the far right ” but will it work?” by Peg McEntee (Salt Lake Tribune) ”After being knocked out, the three-term incumbent teared up when he talked to reporters, then leavened the moment, saying he [Senator Bennett] ‘tears up at parking lot dedications.’ Then he got busy. He’s set up a lobbying firm in Washington, D.C., works with a law firm and is a resident scholar at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

February 11, 2011: “Arizonans highlight economic cost of tough immigration law” by Paul Kpp (Deseret News) ”Arizona is set to lose $490 million in tourism revenue this year, including $141 million in lost spending due to conferences canceled in protest of the measures, Todd Landfried said at aHinckley Institute of Politics forum discussion at the University of Utah.”

February 10, 2011: “Army Westphal Backs Off on Need for U.S. Troops in Mexico” by Kelly Holt (New America) ”During a speech to the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics on Monday, Undersecretary of the Army Joseph Westphal (left) called the situation on the U.S.-Mexico border an insurgency. An unnamed Mexican official condemned Westphal’s remarks, as did a university assistant professor of political science and Latin American studies. The next day, CNN U.S. reported the Undersecretary was backing off his comments, expressing his regrets for his inaccurate statements.

February 10, 2011: “Mexico, Insurgency, and the Arguably Misleading Controversy over Under Secretary Westphal’s Remarks: by Robert Chesny (Lawfare) ”Last week, Under Secretary of the Army Joseph Westphal gave a speech at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics on the subject of ‘The Impact of Education on the Armed Forces in the 21st Century.’ At the end of the post-speech Q&A (around the 51 minute mark “ the full audio is here), a graduate student asked him to comment on any strategic blind spots’ we face going forward, including emergent threats. Westphal’s responded first by identifying cartel violence in Mexico as a potentially underappreciated threat, describing the situation as a ‘form of insurgency.’ He then indicated that, in his personal opinion, there is a risk that the cartels one day might take over altogether in Mexico, and that he particularly fears the prospect that the United States might one day have to send U.S. forces to fight either on or across the border. The next day, amidst claims he committed a major gaffe, Westphal issued a statement walking back these extemporaneous remarks.”February 10, 2011: “Mexico drug war an ‘insurgency’? US official’s gaffe sparks US-Mexico row” by Nacha Cattan and Stephen Kurczy (The Christian Science Moniter0 “Speaking Monday at the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, Westphal said he ds not want to see America’s ‘armed soldiers fighting an insurgency right on our border or just across our borders,’ as Deseret News reported. ‘This isn’t just about drugs and illegal immigrants. This is about the potential takeover of a government that’s right on our border,’ he said.”

February 10, 2011: “Undersecretary of Army Westphal Calls Mexican Drug Wars Insurgency by Dominic Costillo (Aqua Pour) General Westphal spoke Monday at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. He said he wants to avoid U.S. armed soldiers fighting an insurgency right on our border or just across our borders.’ He added, This isn’t just about drugs and illegal immigrants. This is about the potential takeover of a government that’s right on our border, he said.

February 10, 2011: “Todd Landfried and Lydia Guzman, about Immigration Reform” (City Weekly) ” At the Hinckley Institute of Politics. Todd Landfried, spokesman for Arizona Employers for Immigration Reform, and Lydia Guzman, president of Somos America and Respect Respeto, will talk with policy makers and the public about the implications of SB 1070 in Arizona. They will address the consequences of the immigration enforcement-only bill on the economy and public safety.”

February 9, 2011: ” Army undersecretary recants” by Steve Fidel (KSL) ”On Wednesday, Hinckley Institute of Politics director Kirk Jowers said the institute was honored to have Westphal as a speaker. “Part of the joy and thrill of having live speakers in front of students and the community is sometimes they say things they could not or would not say in another setting,” Jowers said. “This seems to be a classic example of a speaker saying something that may well be true, especially in light of the Secretary Clinton’s statements of a few months ago, but is very unhelpful in the diplomatic relations with the international community, and particularly Mexico in this case.”

February 9, 2011: “Mexico bristles at ‘insurgency’ remarks Army undersecretary says he shouldn’t have made” by Steve Fidel (Deseret News) ” He made those characterizations during a Monday lecture at the University of Utah’s , where he said he advocates “much more coordinating with the Mexican military and civilian authorities to help them in support of their operations.” He suggested that neglecting that relationship could result in armed U.S. military doing battle with the cartels, either on or across the border.”

February 9, 2011: “Army official recants insurgency in Mexico statement” by Matthew Laplante (Salt Lake Tribune) ” Undersecretary of the Army Joseph Westphal, speaking at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, had suggested that if the Mexican government was unable to stop the cartels, armed and fighting American soldiers might have to be sent to combat the problem on our border, or even across the border.

February 7, 2011: ” Utah Dem seeks campaign contribution limits” by Lee Davidson (Salt Lake Tribune) ”A governor’s commission called for it and Utahns consistently favor it in polls. So Rep. Rebecca Chavez-Houck, D-Salt Lake City, introduced a bill Monday that would cap campaign donations ” but she openly doubts that it will go far. . . . Her bill would limit donations to candidates for statewide office, such as governor or attorney general, to $10,000 per donor; $5,000 per donor to legislative candidates; $40,000 per donor to state political parties; and $10,000 per donor to state political action committees. ‘Those are the same limits proposed by the Governor’s Commission on Strengthening Utah’s Democracy created by then-Gov. Jon Huntsman Jr., Chavez-Houck said.’

February 7, 2011: “WVC Mayor Mike Winder attends a state Republican Party breakfast, joins a Hinckley Institute of Politics meeting and later hits.” (Political Cornflakes)

February 7, 2011: “Bennett says he was ready to leave Senate life” by Andreas Rivera (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”Bennett has officially announced his new position as a senior fellow at the Hinckley Institute of Politics. The institute, in partnership with KUER’s ‘RadioWest,’ welcomed Bennett with a forum and open house, reflecting on the former senator’s time in office and introducing him to the students he will be teaching.”

February 7, 2011: “Army of the future in transition; focus may be Mexico” by Steve Fidel (Deseret News) ” Westphal’s alert came in a speech to faculty and students at the U.’s Hinckley Institute of Politics about the vision for the Army beyond current conflicts in Iraq and Afghanistan.”

February 4, 2011: “Utah: Arizona immigration activists to visit” (NECN) ”The pair will participate in a forum at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. They’ll also join Salt Lake City Police Chief Chris Burbank for a panel discussion. Burbank has spoken against the enforcement provisions in the Arizona law.”

February 3, 2011: “Bloggers doubt Huntsman’s chances in 2012 election” by Jamshid Ghazi Askar with contributions from Andrew Adams (KSL) “Even some local political experts have questions. Kirk Jowers of the Hinckley Institute of Politics said, ‘How ds he have a chance to win? He’s been working for a Democratic president, he hasn’t been doing the ground work — so all those questions come in.’”

February 3, 2011: “Tune in: KUER’s Radiowest will broadcast a conversation with former Sen. Bob Bennett from the U.’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. 11 a.m. Mountain Time on 90.1 FM.” (Political Cornflakes)

February 2, 2011: “Hinckley Institute to Welcome Bennett” (Utah Policy.com) ”The University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics is hosting a forum Thursday to welcome former Sen. Bob Bennett to his new post as a resident scholar. The forum, titled ‘Great Issues, Great Diversions,’ will be held in the Hinckley Caucus Room (255 OSH) from 11:00 a.m. to noon.” Source: Daily Utah Chronicle

February 2, 2011: “Barack Obama’s man in Beijing hopes to out-Obama Obama in 2012″ by Araminta Wadsworth (National Post) ’As Lisa Riley Roche at The Deseret News reports, ‘A Huntsman run would likely mean two Mormon candidates with Utah ties. Former Utah Olympic leader Mitt Romney ran unsuccessfully in 2008 for the GOP nomination and is expected to announce this spring he’s running again. ˜For Utahns and members of the LDS Church, it’s an embarrassment of riches,’ Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, said. ˜How that plays out will be really interesting. But it’s kind of nice not to be marginalized.’”

February 2, 2011: “The U.’s Hinckley Institute of Politics will host a forum Thursday welcoming former Sen. Bob Bennett as a resident scholar. [Chronicle]” (Poliktical Cornflakes)

February 2, 2011: “Hinckley Institute to welcome Bennett as resident scholar” by Doug Jennings (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”A forum welcoming former Utah Sen. Bob Bennett to his post at the Hinckley Institute of Politics will be held Thursday, hosted by the senator and RadioWest’s Doug Fabrizio. Bennett was voted out of office in November after serving 18 years in Washington, D.C., said Rochelle Parker, communication and outreach coordinator for the institute. Bennett’s new role will be as a resident scholar at the institute.”

February 2. 2011: “Analysts weigh in on Huntsman’s plans” Andreas Rivera (Daily Utah Chronicle) “‘(Huntsman) put everything into his job (as ambassador),’ said Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics. Now is the perfect time for him to resign, especially after the historical Chinese state visit, he said. His vision is higher than a position in the Senate, Jowers said. Depending on different factors, including support from fellow Republicans, other potential candidates, finding a niche of voters and funding, Huntsman might or might not run.

February 1, 2011: “But if Huntsman Runs, What will We Call Him?” by Jared Whitley (Utah Policy) ”But Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, said Huntsman would choose to sell his credentials as a Republican governor not as a Democrat-appointed Ambassador. ‘Plus, everyone will always be talking about Ambassador, so it is good to remind them he was governor of one of the most conservative states,’ Jowers said.

February 1, 2011: Kirk Jowers, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics was interviewed by Good Day Utah on Fox 13.

February 1, 2011: “Huntsman resigns…possible presidential bid?” by Jenny Brundin (KUER) ”With the announcement, Jon Huntsman is now considered a possible presidential candidate. The 50-year-old Republican already has a fundraising PAC, a new home in Washington D.C. and his supporters are making calls to put together a campaign-in-waiting should he decide to run. Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, says it’s unclear how Huntsman’s moderate stance on issues like civil unions for gay couples and global warming would play in the Republican nomination process. ’If all of the candidates seem to be segregated into the Tea Party Republican camp,’ said Jowers, ‘he becomes become very interesting. If foreign policy becomes a major issue, that becomes interesting.’ Jowers says on the negative side, Huntsman has a late start and lacks a nationwide fundraising base. BYU political science professor Quinn Monson says Huntsman is up against more than that.”

January 31, 2011: “UNDER SECRETARY WESTPHAL TO ADDRESS VISION FOR ARMY IN 21ST CENTURY” (U News Center) “The University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and Middle East Center will proudly welcome Dr. Joseph W. Westphal, Under Secretary of the Army, to the University campus on Monday, February 7, 2011. Dr. Westphal will deliver a lecture entitled “A Vision for the United States Army in the 21st Century” at 10:45 a.m. in the Hinckley Caucus Room, 260 S. Central Campus Dr., Rm. 255.”

January 31, 2011: Kirk Jowers, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politcs by Noah Bond of ABC 4 “WIth his refusal to shut the door on running for president his name has exploded and Hunstman has now become a very interesting potential candidate.”

January 31, 2011: Kirk Jowers, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics was interviewed by Tamara Vaifunua of Fox 13 ”The question will be whether that service can be appreciated on its own merit or will the fact that the service was for President Obama be too much an impediment for a Republican primary.”

January 31, 2011: Kirk Jowers, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics was interviewed on KSL Radio regairding Jon Huntsman’s possilbe presidential bid.

January 31, 2011: “White House says Huntsman leaving ambassadorship” by Lisa Riley Roche with contributions from John Daley ” “There are warring factions within the Republican Party,” said Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. “If Huntsman runs, he will be choosing sides in that internal Republican war instead of waging one from the outside.”

January 31, 2011: ” Huntsman resigns diplomatic post, weighs White House bid” by Thomas Burr (Salt Lake Tribune) ”That said, both Huntsman and Romney are often referred to by their Mormon membership, a point that fellow Mormon and head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, Kirk Jowers, says may not be as big a concern this time around. ‘I don’t think having two Mormons at the top of all nomination chatter is a bad thing, Jowers said. If anything, it moves Mormonism more into the central mainstream of the party to see two of perhaps the top five or six candidates from the same religion.’

January 31. 2011: “White House says Huntsman leaving ambassadorship” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret Morning News) ”‘There are warring factions within the Republican Party,” said Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. “If Huntsman runs, he will be choosing sides in that internal Republican war instead of waging one from the outside.” Story also convered on KSL.

January 31, 2011: “Forum will examine racial struggles in legal system” by Doug Jennings (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”The Hinckley Institute of Politicswill hold a forum on legal struggles faced by black people. In a time some have referred to as “post-racial” following the election of President Barack Obama, the forum serves as a reminder that race still plays a significant factor in how the American legal system operates and the specific struggles faced by black Americans.”

January 30, 2011: “˜Old school’ Hatch girds for new wave in primary” by Valerie Richardson (The Washington TImes) ” People attending the convention are more radical, more libertarian and more distrustful of people in Washington, D.C., said Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, at the time of the Bennett race. The delegate crowd is a much tougher crowd than the rest of the state.

January 29, 2011: “Arizona-inspired immigration bills lose momentum in other states” by Lois Romano (The Washington Post) “Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinkley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, said the compact already “has had a big impact on a number of legislators. . . . Some aren’t backing down, but there are other bills floating around that are far more moderate.”

January 28, 2011: “States inspired by Ariz. illegal immigration law face tough fiscal realities” by Lois Romano (The Washington Post) ”Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinkley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, said that the compact already ‘has had a big impact on a number of legislators. … Some aren’t backing down – but there are other bills floating around that are far more moderate.’”

January 25, 2011: “Partial Credit – Lawmakers and lobbyists completed mandatory ethics exercises at the last minute”if at all.” by Eric Peterson (City Weekly) ”‘The concern always with these laws is whether they’re put forward more as a placebo than a solution,’ says Kirk Jowers, director of theHinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah.”

January 25, 2011: “Jowers looks to broaden the institute’s connections” by Andreas Rivera (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”Kirk Jowers‘ love of politics has made him a staple voice in the field throughout Utah and the country. He has been the director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics for about five years, and during his career has consulted and given advice to many political figures.”

January 23, 2011: “Dan Liljenquist rising from ashes of plane crash” by Jamshid Ghazi Askar (Deseret News) ”‘Dan Liljenquist is in the top 1 percent of our elected officials in Utah,’ said Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah. ‘He took on an incredibly thorny issue with the state pension plan. It’s one of those problems where it’s usually too difficult for a state part-time legislator to ever dare invest the time and effort because the chance of solving it seems too low. ‘But nonetheless, I think he did an amazing job with it. I think all Utahns owe Dan a great debt of gratitude for taking on (pension reform).’”

January 23, 2011: Kirk Jowers, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, appeared live in-studio to discuss the upcoming legislative session on Fox 13′s Good Morning Utah.

January 23, 2011: “Legislative Session 2011 begins….but it’s not just about immigration! Will public education be harmed while no one is paying attention?” (Utah Education Blog) ”Senator Howard Stephenson — professional lobbyist, member of every possible education committee, and the sponsor of 15 education related bills in 2011 (no one else has more than 2…correct me if I miscounted) — spoke to students at the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah.”

January 23, 2011: “News analysis: Utahns don’t mind sending some messages” by Con Psarras (Deseret News) ”The poll, taken in September of 600 active voters, was conducted by Dan Jones and Associates as part of the Utah Priorities Project, an effort by the Deseret News, KSL, the Utah Foundation and the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, to assess the top issues among those most likely to vote in last November’s general election. Though a few months old, the poll offers valid insight into the mood of the people who comprise the Legislature’s full constituency.”

January 23, 2011: “New Speaker Lockhart is a history-maker” (Fox 13) ”‘One of her key supporters is now out of the legislature so will that create any mischief or will they all unite behind their speaker,’ asked Kirk Jowers from the Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

January 21, 2011: “Politics Up Close: Hinckley Forum on Affirmative Action in Utah” by Jeff Robinson (KCPW) ” Several experts came together at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute on Wednesday for a forum on Reaffirming Equal Opportunity ” Should Utah’s Constitution be Amended? KCPW’s Jeff Robinson moderated a panel discussion between Dr. Laurence Parker, Professor of Education Policy at the U of U, Jeanetta Williams, President of the NAACP Salt Lake Branch, and retired Utah Judge Jon Memmott.’

January 20, 2011: “Welcome: To all the Hinckley Institute of Politics interns and also to students in Peter Watkins’ Comm 5200 class. Whatever you do, don’t read this story about Peter because I promised I wouldn’t make a big deal about it. [Trib].” (Political Cornflakes)

January 20, 2011: “Hinckley internships bring global issues to light” by Danny Johnson (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”When I started my internship with theHinckley Institute of Politics at Azul Airlines in Brazil, I was hoping for two things: first, to gain meaningful work experience, and second, to have some adventures traveling the country. “

January 20, 2011: “President Obama Grilled Over Huntsman in Front of China’s President” by Kempite (White House 2012) ”Since at least as early as 2010, Huntsman supporters have stood ready to launch a run for his presidency if he gave the go. That began when those supporter started a PAC which close friend and advisor to Huntsman, Kirk Jowers, is the attorney. At the time Jowers the PAC is practically an effort to draft Huntsman to run, most likely in 2016.”

January 20, 2011: “Israeli official warns U. audience of dangers Iran poses to world” by Jamshid Ghazi Askar (Deseret News) ”Jacob Dayan, Consul General of Israel for the southwest United States, addressed Israel’s view of Middle Eastern and global security at an event hosted by the Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

January 19, 2011: “Obama weighs in on a 2012 run for Jon Huntsman Jr” by John Daley (Deseret News) ”‘From everything we’ve seen from Ambassador Huntsman, his vision probably seems to be more national and international at this point, said Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah. Jowers, a Huntsman confidant, said the former Utah governor faces a tough decision, as the 2012 field is already coming into focus.”

January 19, 2011: “Panel Discussion – Covering Utah’s 2011 Legislative Session” by Bryan Schott (Utah Policy.com) ”The Hinckley Institute of Politicsand UtahPolicy.com present a panel discussion featuring members of Utah’s Legislative press corps talking about the upcoming legislative session.”

January 18, 2011: “Hinckley forum will look at ban on affirmative action” by Doug Jennings (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”‘We wanted the panel to examine the issue from three standpoints”a legal standpoint with Judge Memmott, an education standpoint with Dr. Parker and a community standpoint with Ms. Williams,’ said Rochelle Parker, communication and outreach coordinator for the institute. ‘Our goal at the Hinckley Institute is to engage community leaders, students, and policymakers in a meaningful dialogue about this issue and the effects that this resolution would have on the U and its surrounding communities.’”

January 16, 2011: “On the Record – Bob Bennett Segment 3″ by Kristine Pratt (ABC 4) ”[Senator] Bennett says that he’s assuming Mitt Romney will run again. He’s talked to Romney, but says Mitt hasn’t even decided yet. But overall in Washington, he’s hearing a lot of Governor names being tossed around as potential nominees.”

January 16, 2011: “On the Record – Bob Bennett Segment 2″ by Kristine Pratt (ABC 4) ”After Senator Bennett was defeated at the state Republican Convention, many wondered about a write-in candidacy. Bennett says that he was serious about it for about 10 days. “While the competitive juices were still there, I thought about it. But I had only planned on serving another term at most.” He says he realized the consequences would have been worse if he did have a write-in candidacy.’

January 16, 2011:On the Record – Bob Bennett Segment 1″ Kristine Pratt (ABC 4) ” But But [Senator] Bennett definitely wants to stay involved. He has several new gigs lined up including working at the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, serve on several boards, and go on a speaking tour. ‘As I was putting all this together, my Senate duties got in the way!’ Bennett says he still fulfilled his political duties, but he says he was looking forward to his future. definitely wants to stay involved.

January 14, 2011: “MODERNIZING VOTER REGISTRATION” by Ryan Lesar (Fox 13) “The conference begins at 10:30 a.m. with a Hinckley Forum entitled, ‘UpgradingDemocracy: Modernizing Utah’s Voter Registration,’ featuring Lt. Gov. Greg Bell; Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers; David Becker, project director, Election Initiatives, Pew Center on the States; Jeff Butcher, Executive IT Architect, IBM; and county election officials. This forum will be followed by a policy lunch and working groups that will be attended by Utah state officials, Utah legislators, county officials,community leaders and academic leaders.”

January 14, 2011: “Utah To Modernize Voter Registration Statewide” (GovMonitor) ”Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute and acting chair of the Governor’s Commission said he is honored to work with Gov. Herbert, Lt. Gov. Bell and his office and Pew in seeking ways to bolster political participation in and empower the citizens of our great state. ‘Pew has created a program that provides a common-sense approach to ensuring that properly registered citizens may vote while also protecting the integrity of elections by providing a safeguard against invalid or inaccurate registrations,’ Jowers said.”

January 14, 2011: “The religious makeup of Congress is unfazed by the 2010 election” by Chase Larson (Deseret News) ” “You’re not going to see huge swings in religious diversity because America has a winner-takes-all system, even when there are significant partisan swings,” said Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.” (Story also provided at KSL).

January 14, 2011: “Utah pursuing improved online voter registration” by Amanda Verzello (Deseret News) ”Lt. Gov. Greg Bell laid out a plan Friday to modernize Utah’s voter registration system during a panel discussion at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

January 13, 2011: “Governor Herbert, Pew Center on the States and Hinckley Institute of Politics Collaborate to Modernize Voter Registration” (Utah.gov)“Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute and acting chair of the Governor’s Commission said he is honored to work with Gov. Herbert, Lt. Gov. Bell and his office and Pew in seeking ways to bolster political participation in and empower the citizens of our great state. ‘Pew has created a program that provides a common-sense approach to ensuring that properly registered citizens may vote while also protecting the integrity of elections by providing a safeguard against invalid or inaccurate registrations,’ Jowers said.”

January 11, 2010: “Former U.S. Sen. Bob Bennett joins D.C. law/lobbying firm” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret News) ”Former U.S. Sen. Bob Bennetthas joined a D.C. law firm as a senior policy advisor in the firm’s government relations practice, a week after leaving the Senate.”

January 11, 2011: KSL Radio interviewed former Senator Bob Bennett from the Hinckley Caucus Room about his future plans.

January 11, 2010: “Ex-Sen. Bennett joins major lobbying firm” by Matt Canham (Salt Lake Tribune) ”Bennett has also started his own consulting and lobbying firm, dubbed the Bennett Consulting Group, staffed primarily by his former staff. And the former three-term senator, who left office just weeks ago, has also taken positions with the Bipartisan Policy Center in Washington and the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

January 9, 2011: “Ariz. shootings unlikely to spark increased security long term” by John Hollenhorst (KSL) ”Hinckley Institute of Politics director Kirk Jowers disagrees. He says the issue had more to do with the suspect’s mental state than politics. ‘Civility in politics is an important topic, but I don’t think that’s what’s at issue here,’ he said. ‘This was a disturbed man that could have let his rage come out against any number of things, it just happened to be in this tragic way.’”

January 9, 2011: “Lawmakers call for toned down political rhetoric” by Tamara Vaifanua (Fox 13) ”Hinckley Institute Political Director, Kirk Jowersalso weighed in saying the discourse should be about the suspects troubled past. “It’s not the time to condemn huge groups of people because of one very disturbed troubled persons past,” said Jowers.”

January 9, 2011: “Jan. 9: Potential Huntsman presidential run, Utah’s public schools” (KSL) ”In this Sunday Edition, Bruce Lindsay discusses a recent Newsweek article spotlighting former Utah Gov. Jon Huntsman and his potential run for the White House in 2012. Joining him is the reporter behind the article, McKay Coppins, and the director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, Kirk Jowers.

January 9, 2011: Kirk Jowers, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics was interviewed on Fox 13 Evening News regarding the tragic shooting in Arizona of Rep. Gabrielle Giffords and others at a political gathering.

January 8, 2011: “Utes expect to grow richer with new vice president” by Jamshid Ghazi Askar (Deseret News) ”‘Jason Perry has earned deep respect from state officials and community leaders through his exceptional service and leadership,’ said Kirk Jowers, director of the U’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. ‘He now brings all of that knowledge and good will to the U. In short, he is the perfect choice.’”

January 3, 2011: “Bennett bids the U.S. Senate farewell” by Thomas Burr (Salt Lake Tribune) ”Bennett now plans to chart a new course in the private sector, joining a bipartisan policy group and a law firm, helping the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and running his own consulting group.”

January 2, 2011: “Resolutions for 2011 from Utah’s political leaders” by Frank Pignanelli by LaVarr Webb (Deseret News) ”Hinckley Institute of Politics Director Kirk Jowers. Personal: Get more people engaged in politics, policy, and governing. Political: Reform laws and practices that disenfranchise, disengage, and discourage political participation. For example, improve Utah’s peculiar caucus/convention system that prevents over 99 percent of all Utahns a meaningful vote and campaign finance laws that, unlike 45 other states, allows unlimited political contributions.

2010 MEDIA COVERAGE

December 29, 2010: “Gov. Gary Herbert already raising money for next election” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret News) “Kirk Jowers,head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and an adviser to the governor, said the shortened term means Herbert has much less time to collect the cash he needs to run. ‘The governor is in a little tougher spot because he has to run in 2010 and 2012,’ Jowers said. ‘Normally, you can give everyone a break for two years. He dsn’t have that luxury.’” Story also published at KSL.

December 26, 2010: “Utah politicians had plenty of wishes for Santa” by Frank Pinganelli and LaVarr Webb (Deseret News) “Hinckley Institute DirectorKirk Jowers asked Santa for a change in the caucus/convention system so he can run for something ” anything ” with a decent chance of getting out of convention.

December 21, 2010: Kirk Jowers, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics was interviewed live on the Rod Arquette Show regarding the implications of Utah gaining a Fourth Seat and national reapportionment.

December 21, 2010: Kirk Jowers, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics was interviewed on Fox 13 Evening News regarding the implications of Utah gaining a Fourth Seat and national reapportionment.

December 21, 2010: “Speculation abounds for representative of 4th House seat” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret News) ”Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, said there’s even a possibility all four seats could be open next election. Third District Rep. Jason Chaffetz is already looking at running for Sen. Orrin Hatch’s seat. Matheson may also join that race. And there’s talk that 1st District Rep. Rob Bishop would run for something else, too. ‘It’s once in a generation you have this many big seats that may be open,’ Jowers said. ‘A lot of people are exploring things right now.’”

December 21, 2010: “How Will GOP-Controlled Legislature Draw Districts this Time?” by Jeff Robinson (KCPW) ”KCPW’s Jeff Robinson asked Kirk Jowers, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, if he expects there will be gerrymandering.”

December 20, 2010: “Bob Bennett’s top 10 career moments” by Amy Choate-Nielsen (Deseret News) ”When his time in the Senate is complete, Bennett will join the University of Utah’s Hinckley Center for Politics as a part-time teacher, researcher and orator. His reputation and connections with powerful political figures are expected to be an asset to the center and bring Utah continued prestige.”

December 19, 2010: “Leaving Washington: After 18 years in office, Bob Bennett looks to the future” by Amy Choate-Nielsen (Deseret News) “When the legislative session ends, he will begin teaching, lecturing and mentoring at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. He also plans to be a part-time counselor at a Washington, D.C., law firm, join the Bipartisan Policy Center as a resident scholar, and head the Bennett Consulting Group, a group of Washington consultants who intend to join forces in a planned international organization.”

December 14, 2010: “Budding political student challenges national committee chairman” by Sara Israelson- Hartley (Deseret News) ”Yet, perhaps other politically minded youth might be motivated by the success of people like Schultz, said Kirk Jowers, associate professor of political science and director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah. ‘One complaint you ¦ hear from students is this concern that they are irrelevant because the special interests have so much money and influence,’ he said. ‘Hopefully, as they find these avenues where they can have an impact, it will take that excuse out of political inactivity.’”

December 12, 2010: “Retirement? Not for Senator Bennett” by Tome Busselberg (Davis County Clipper) ”‘I do not view my departure from the Senate as the end of my career; I simply view it as a change of venue. I still am very interested in the major problems that face this country and want to play some kind of role to help solve them,’ he said of future plans. Bennett will be working with the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. He will lecture, teach, mentor and work with the university’s intern programs.

December 11, 2010: The Thumb (Salt Lake Tribune) “After his term ends next month, Bennett will take up a post at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics as its first resident scholar. There he will teach classes in politics and government and help manage an internship program that will place students in inside positions in Washington.”

December 10, 2010: “Bennett says farewell to the Senate, but not to politics” by Matt Canham (Salt Lake Tribune) ”The Utah senator spoke in his famous off-the-cuff fashion, peppering his speech with anecdotes from his more than 50 years of government experience and his three terms in office. ‘As a political junkie, what could be better?’ he asked. ‘It was a great time. … I enjoyed it immensely.’

December 10, 2010: “Bennett divulges details about his future ” by Matt Canham (Out of Context, Salt Lake Tribune) “And finally he will work as a scholar and adviser for the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

December 10,2010: “Bennett says farewell to the Senate, but not to politics” by Matt Canham (Salt Lake Tribune) ”He will also work for the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics as a resident scholar, teaching classes and promoting its internship program.”

December 10, 2010: “Sen. Bennett’s plans for the future: Teaching, traveling, consulting” by Christina Wilkie (The Hill) ”The senator, who lost his primary bid in a state GOP caucus last May, will be going to the University of Utah, where he’ll join the Hinckley Institute of Politics.’I'll be doing some teaching … some mentoring, I’ll be working with the university’s … political interns in 35 countries … and I will be showing the flag for uUah in those countries as I travel in that direction.’”

December 9. 2010: “Saying Goodbye to the Senate” by Bernie Becker (The Caucus, New York Times) ”Earlier in the day, Mr. Bennett, who was denied the Republican nomination this year in his bid for a fourth term, defended colleagues from both parties against what he called the caricature that senators are self-serving and unethical. At the end of his address, Mr. Bennett was applauded and accepted handshakes and hugs from several senators from both parties.”

December 9, 2010: “Utah’s Bob Bennett bids farewell to long Senate career” by Molly Farmer and Richard Piatt (KSL) ”Sen. Bob Bennett, R-Utah, delivered a farewell address Thursday to his fellow lawmakers on the Senate floor. After 18 years in office and a total of 48 years in D.C., Bennett said he isn’t leaving politics, he just ‘changing venues.’”

December 9, 2010: “Bennett bids Senate colleagues farewell” by Molly Farmer (Deseret News) “The 77-year-old Utah Republican recalled the time he spent as an intern in his teens and as a staffer for his father, the late Sen. Wallace Bennett, before he ever ran for election. He recounted the monumental events where he was in Washington, such as running to a ticker tape in the Senate offices to read updates on the shooting of then-President John F. Kennedy, and being present when Martin Luther King Jr. marched on Washington and delivered his “I have a dream” speech.”

December 9, 2010: “Who is the reddest of them all?” (The Economist) ”Not all conservatives are alike, of course. Mormons in the landlocked West are surprisingly cosmopolitan, says Kirk Jowers, the director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah. That is because the church sends so many of its young overseas to proselytise, where they meet other cultures. So Mormon conservatism takes an independent, and softer, line on immigration than, say, the Bible-Belt folk of the South.”

December 9, 2010: “U.’s Hinckley Institute to create unique position for Bennett” by Matt Canham (Salt Lake Tribune) ”‘Senator Bennett is by all accounts ¦ one of the most respected senators over the past two decades, somebody who has integrity,’ said Kirk Jowers, the director of the Hinckley Institute. ‘I can’t think of anyone better regardless of what state they represented, to educate our students on how D.C. works and how they can make a change for the better in our world.’

December 8, 2010: “Minority leader: Utah party convention system divisive ” by J Pyrah (Daily Herald) ”Allowing a relatively small group of people to choose candidates disconnects the rest of the public from the voting process, says Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics. It also means politicians only have to focus on the requirements of a small number of delegates instead of the general voting population. ‘Ninety-nine percent-plus of the population is completely ignored by candidates for most of the year,’ he said.”

December 6, 2010: “N.Y. Times praise unlikely to change Utah immigration debate” by Elizabeth Stuart (Deseret News) ”Such a pat on the back from one of the ‘most influential papers in the world’ may help Utah’s image, said Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley institute of Politics at the University of Utah. ‘Utah rightly or wrongly is maligned and misunderstood nationally and internationally,’ said Jowers. ‘The positive impact of this editorial on Utah business, tourism and education cannot be underestimated. It is very important and very positive.’”

December 3, 2010: “Utah GOP Chairman Dave Hansen to step down to help Hatch campaign” by Lisa Riley Roche and Jamshid Ghazi Askar (KSL) ”Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, said it makes sense for Hansen to return to working for Hatch. ‘It’s no surprise that Dave Hansen, who has been a loyal supporter and consultant for Sen. Hatch for years, with a potentially difficult and contested race coming, would go rejoin his political godfather,’ Jowers said.

December 3, 2010: “‘Political Gamesmanship’ Over Affirmative Action” by Bob Bernick (Utahpolicy.com) ”‘[CRC Chairman Jon Memmott, a retired judge and former director of Legislative Research and General Counsel] then quoted from a recent speech [sponsored by the Hinckley Institute] given by LDS Church Apostle Dallin Oaks, a former Utah Supreme Court justice and member of the CRC, about how important both the U.S. and state constitutions are “ and how they should be changed only after much thought and study.

December 3, 2010: “Affirmative action plan bad for minorities?” by Robert Gehrke (Salt Lake Tribune) ”‘I haven’t seen this great body of evidence to show why we’re even going down this road,’ said Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah. ‘It’s either appalling or dismaying that we don’t have someone here who can help us get to that point.’

December 3, 2010: “GOP state party chairman expected to resign” by Robert Gehrke (Salt Lake Tribune) “Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, said Hansen’s departure shouldn’t come as a surprise.’Everyone expected Dave, at some point, to step down and take on Sen. Hatch’s election [campaign],’ Jowers said. ‘He’s been Senator Hatch’s closest adviser for years, so its no surprise to anyone that, in a potentially very difficult race, he would not desert his longtime client and candidate.’

December 3, 2010: “Herbert’s chief of staff stepping down to take job at U.” by Robert Gehrke (Salt Lake Tribune) ”‘Jason was a phenomenal chief of staff,’ said Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, who is an adviser to Herbert and a friend of Perry’s. ‘It is a big loss for the governor. I don’t know anyone who could do the job better. At the same time, the governor has got four years as lieutenant governor and two years of being governor behind him, so it’s the right time for him to start developing new political talent.’”

December 3, 2010: Kirk Jowers, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics was interviewed on KSL Radio regarding the future of the Utah Republican Party and Dave Hansen’s anticipated resignation as Utah Republican Party Chair.

December 2, 2010: “Interns – An Excellence Resource For Your Company” (Global Utah Weekly, WTC) ”World Trade Center Utah is working collaboratively with the University of Utah International Center and Hinckley Institute of Politics to identify Utah companies doing business internationally who would benefit from one or more of the many undergraduate and graduate students seeking unpaid internships. In addition, a group of 8 Taiwanese graduate students from the International Trade Institute are arriving in March and ready to serve as full time interns for 7 weeks.

December 2, 2010: “Utah GOP Chairman Dave Hansen to step down to help Hatch campaign” by Lisa Riley Roche and Jamshid Ghazi Askar (Deseret News) “Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, said it makes sense for Hansen to return to working for Hatch. ‘It’s no surprise that Dave Hansen, who has been a loyal supporter and consultant for Sen. Hatch for years, with a potentially difficult and contested race coming, would go rejoin his political godfather,’ Jowers said.”

December 2, 2010: “U Democrats: stick together” by Andreas Rivera (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”Sen. Ross Romero, District 7 Minority Whip, visits with the College Democrats at the Hinckley Institute of Politics in OSH on Wednesday. Romero discussed his votes and positions on issues that would effect his younger constituents.”

December 1, 2010: “Bennett would open doors for students” by Jordin Jochim (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”Despite the nearly incalculable loss of experience in our nation’s capital this election, the U is looking to pick up a bit of that experience for itself. Pollster and political science professor Dan Jones characterizes the chance of Bennett joining the U’s faculty as being 80 percent to 90 percent certain, and Bennett has already been in to discuss the possibility of teaching with Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics. Although nothing is official, one can bet safely on the chances of seeing Bennett in the halls of the U campus in the near future. ‘(Bennett) knows the process, politics and people in today’s news and will be able to make current events come alive and more applicable to (students’) lives,’ Jowers said.”

December 1, 2010: “Utah budget director to be ‘super executive’ in Michigan” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret News) ”Kirk Jowers, an adviser to the governor and the head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, said even though Herbert already has a budget under his belt, Nixon will be missed. ‘Certainly, the governor’s life would be easier with John staying through the legislative session,’ Jowers said. ‘He could make the governor’s case quite forcefully’ and could tell ‘if games were being played.’”

November 23, 2010: “Voter turnout best since ’94, but still bad” by Lee Davidson (Salt Lake Tribune) ”Kirk Jowers served as acting chairman of the Governor’s Commission on Strengthening Democracy set up by former Gov. Jon Huntsman Jr. to try to improve turnout after newspaper stories about how Utah has been last in the nation during recent elections. He has said the state could adopt some improvements.”

November 21, 2010: “Choice by Rep. Jason Chaffetz holds one key to Utah’s already intriguing 2012 elections” by Jamshid Ghazi Askar (Deseret News)“‘Chaffetz is beloved by the delegates, well known in Utah and is developing a strong financial network,’ said Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute or Politics at the University of Utah. ‘He could wait until the end of (2011) if he wants to make the decision (whether to run against Hatch), but ideally he’d make it by September or October.’”

November 20, 2010: “George W. Bush dsn’t disappoint adoring crowd at Sandy Costco book signing” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret News) ”‘Taylor and Emily Morgan brought along their 7-month-old baby, Chase, to the book signing. ˜That’s what it’s all about,’ Emily said the former president told them, smiling at Chase. ˜Having a baby.’

November 20, 2010: “Party Lines: How will the compact change debate on immigration?” by Rob Miller (Davis County Clipper) ”Will this nudge from the LDS Church change the debate on immigration reform that is currently occurring in Utah? I believe that it will have an effect on some of our state legislators, and I agree with Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, who said, A lot of legislators will find it very persuasive because there are some incredibly impressive people and organizations represented by this compact.

November 18, 2010: “Extending tax cuts will repeat history’s mistakes” by Jon Bullen (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”In a speech given at the Hinckley Institute of Politics last week, Sen. Orrin Hatch told students that “your future is going down the drain.” Hatch stressed that though the blame for the economic ws of the country lies with both parties, Democrats bear the vast majority.”

November 17, 2010: Kirk Jowers, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics was interviewed on KSL Radio regarding former President George W. Bush’s visit to Utah to promote his new book.

November 17, 2010: “Bennett may head lobbying group ” by Thomas Burr and Matt Canham (Salt Lake Tribune) ”The senator, who lost his re-election bid at convention, also plans to teach at the University of Utah and boost the school’s Hinckley Institute of Politics internship programs abroad.”

November 17, 2010: “Prof discusses terrorism, nuclear age” by Anderas Rivera (Daily Utah Chronicle) “It will be the younger generation’s responsibility to respond in the event of a nuclear attack in the 21st century, said a Harvard scholar at the Hinckley Institute of Politics on Tuesday.”

November 17, 2010: “Former CIA Agent Examines Al Qaeda’s Desire for Nukes” by Jeff Robinson (KCPW) ”If Al-Qaeda obtains a nuclear weapon, it wouldn’t hesitate to use it on the United States. That’s the thrust of an article published yesterday on ForeignPolicy.com by Rolf Mowatt-Larssen, a Senior Fellow at Harvard University’s Belfer Center for Science and International Affairs. He shared his expertise at the Hinckley Institute of Politics in Salt Lake City yesterday. KCPW’s Jeff Robinson asked Mowatt-Larssen, who spent more than two decades with the Central Intelligence Agency, about one of Al Qaeda’s top leaders, Ayman al-Zawahiri.”

November 16, 2010: “Hatch to take on new finance role” by Jamshid Ghazi Askar (Deseret News) “‘The Finance Committee is arguably the most important committee back there in the Senate,’ said Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah. ‘For (Hatch) to have a minority leadership role is big.’”

November 16, 2010: “Forum to discuss ˜second nuclear age’” by Andreas Rivera (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”Nuclear weapons will be the topic of discussion at today’s Hinckley Institute of Politics Forum. Rolf Mowatt-Larsen, a senior fellow at the Belfer Center for Science and International Affairs at Harvard, will speak at the forum titled ‘The Danger of Nuclear Weapons.’”

November 15, 2010: “EXCLUSIVE: Top Utah legislators get catered steak dinner thanks to lobbyists” (ABC 4 News) ”Kirk Jowers is the head of theHinckley Institute of Politics and also served on the governor’s ethics commission. He told us, ’Disclosure, I think, is important. It ds change lobbyist and lawmaker behavior.’ Jowers didn’t seem surprised when we told him about the dinner we uncovered, ‘Even in the economic downturn, there’s one industry that’s still growing and that’s lobbyists.’”

November 15, 2010: “Bennett could join U faculty” by Andreas Rivera (Daily Utah Chronicle) ” Bennett has visited Hinckley Institute of PoliticsDirector Kirk Jowers and discussed the possibility of becoming an instructor for the U. The extent of what his position would be is not yet determined, Jowers said. Possibilities for Bennett that have been discussed were teaching introductory classes or senior seminars.”

November 12, 2010: “Sen. Orrin Hatch tells the U.’s Hinckley Institute that both parties are at fault for the economic mess but lefty ideas aren’t helping to get us out of it.” (Political Cornflakes) [Chrony]

November 11, 2010: ” ‘Utah Compact’ urges guidelines for immigration discussion” by Carole Mikita and Cleon Wall (KSL) ”‘A lot of legislators will find it very persuasive because there are some incredibly impressive people and organizations represented by this compact,’ said Kirk Jowers, director of theHinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah. ‘I’ve found that certain legislators, though, don’t like any idea if it’s not theirs,’ Jowers said. Still, he says the timing of the Utah Compact is perfect: post-election and allowing plenty of time to create other legislative options.”

November 11, 2010: “˜Your future is going down the drain’” by Andreas Rivera (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”The future of the young generation is in danger, said Sen. Orrin Hatch on Wednesday when he visited the Hinckley Institute of Politics to talk with students on the status of Congress and the economy.”

November 9, 2010: “Students need more preparation to deal with real-world issues” by Madison Murphy (Daily Utah Chronicle) “Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, said he believes a big focus of such a course should be democracy, and the biggest contribution we can give to our society is our vote. Democracy only works if we all participate. He said that in our society, students are the least likely to vote, and as a result, younger people’s issues get less attention.”

November 6, 2010: “Why Corroon lost ” even in Salt Lake County” by Jeremiah Stettler (Salt Lake Tribune) ”Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, says the problem wasn’t necessarily the ad’s tone. ‘Corroon had to go negative at some point to have any chance of winning,’ Jowers says. ‘When your opponent is running 25 points ahead of you, a purely positive ad will not give you a chance to win, absent the front-runner destroying himself or herself.’

November 5, 2010: “Bennett tapped for Hinckley Institute position” by Bruce Mehew (Mid-Utah Radio) “Bennett says he’s had several job offers and he fully intends to stay involved. Kirk Jowers at the Hinckley Institute confirmed the university’s discussions with Bennett and call him, one of the most respected public officials in the country.

November 5, 2010: “Lockhart elected as speaker of the House ” by Heidi Toth (Daily Herald) ”‘The legislative branch in Utah is by design very powerful, and an empowered speaker can really move the policy and money decisions in the state,” said Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

November 4, 2010: “Philpot blames GOP for Utah loss” by Alison Peek (Salt Lake City Political Buzz Examiner) ”Kirk Jowers, head of the Hinckley Institute at the University of Utah in Salt Lake City isn’t sure Philpot could have pulled off the win. Jim Matheson has name recognition after ten years in office as well as family ties as the son of well respected Governor Scott Matheson.”

November 4, 2010: “Sen. Bob Bennett may take job at University of Utah” by Amy Choate-Nielson (Deseret News) ”‘I don’t want to just sit around,’ Bennett said Tuesday in his Salt Lake City office after an interview with institute director Kirk Jowers. Under ethics rules that apply to senators, Bennett can’t announce any final details until after January, when his replacement, Mike Lee, will be sworn in as Utah’s newest senator. But Bennett said Tuesday that he’s had several job offers and he fully intends to stay involved.”

November 4, 2010: “Republican ˜tsunami’” by Andreas Rivera (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”The panel included Hinckley director Kirk Jowers, Deseret News’ Lisa Riley Roche, BYU political professor Quin Monson, Democratic lobbyist Frank Pignanelli and pollster Dan Jones. ‘We knew it would be a Republican wave”it ended up being a tsunami,’ Jowers said. Many Democrats’ seats were lost and one of the only ones to keep a Democratic seat was Harry Reid. Historically in midterm elections, the president’s party often loses control of the legislative branch, Jowers said.”

November 3, 2010: Kirk Jowers, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, was interviewed by KUTV following the Hinckley Institute’s forum, “Who Won and Why”.

November 3, 2010: Kirk Jowers, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, was interviewed by ABC 4 following the Hinckley Institute’s forum, “Who Won and Why”.

November 3, 2010: Kirk Jowers, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, was interviewed by KUTV on the 2010 midterm election results.

November 3, 2010: Kirk Jowers, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, was interviewed by KSL on the 2010 midterm election results.

November 3, 2010: “Utah voter turnout is dismal ” again” by Lee Davidson (Salt Lake Tribune) ”‘I’m shocked and profoundly disappointed that we couldn’t even meet the worst-in-the-nation performance we had in 2006 with a special governor’s race at the top of the ticket and supposed enthusiasm for Republicans in a Republican state, said Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah.’”

November 3, 2010:” A look at why Corroon lost so resoundingly” by John Daley (KSL) “Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, said, ‘People have to talk about what Governor Herbert did right. This is a resounding victory.’ Gov. Herbert, himself well-funded, was celebrating election night, political analysts say, because he combined a folksy, good-natured demeanor with a simple message he repeated with discipline: ‘It’s the economy. ‘Most importantly, I think we were right on the issues. We were correct on growing the economy and focusing on job creation, and we were doing it,’ he said.”

November 3, 2010: “Students make voices heard on Election Day” by Andreas Rivera (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”‘I fully support the absentee ballots, early voting, anything to make the vote more accessible to every citizen,’ said Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics. ‘There is still something really wonderful about the whole community getting together on a single day, casting their vote, seeing each other and walking around with the ˜I voted’ button.’”

November 3, 2010: Kirk Jowers, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, appeared live in-studio to discuss election results on KSL TV’s morning news.

November 3, 2010: Kirk Jowers, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, appeared live in-studio to discuss election results on the Grant and Amanda Show on KSL Radio.

November 3, 2010: Kirk Jowers, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, appeared live in-studio to discuss election results on Fox 13′s Good Morning Utah.

November 3, 2010: “Decisive win sends Mike Lee to Senate” by Jesse Hyde and Kelly Henroid (Deseret News) ”‘Senator Bennett was one of the two or three best appropriators in the Senate. He did an outstanding job of bringing federal funds home to Utah,’ said Kirk Jowers, a political science professor at the University of Utah and the director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics. “Senator Lee has campaigned to end some of those practices.’”

November 3, 2010: “Gov. Gary Herbert defeats Peter Coroon in special election for Utah’s governor” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret News) ”Corroon stayed in his suite at the Democrats’ Election Night headquarters, the downtown Marriott, most of the evening. That’s unusual behavior for a candidate whose race was called by pollsters as soon as the polls closed at 8 p.m., said Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. ‘Obviously, it’s a tough-fought battle,’ Jowers said of the race. He said Corroon’s negative TV commercials worked against him, especially since they did not make an effective case for electing him.”

November 3, 2010: “Siciliano forum will deal with political reformation” by Conor McCormick (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”The Hinckley Institute of Politics will be hosting the 14th annual Siciliano Forum to discuss national issues and political reformation. The keynote speaker is Robert Stern, an active member in political reform for the past 40 years. Stern has served as a staff attorney for the California Legislature, the elections counsel to the California Secretary of State’s office, and is now the president of the Center for Governmental Studies.”

November 2, 2010: “The Good, the Bad and the Ugly of Utah’s 2010 Midterm Elections” by Bryan Schott (Utah Policy.com) “Utah Policy speaks withKirk Jowers, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, about the highlights and lowlights of the 2010 midterm elections in Utah.

November 2, 2010: Kirk Jowers, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, provided live and recorded election coverage from the Utah Republican Party post-election event for KSL TV, KSL Radio, and Fox 13.

November 2010: “Radicalization of American Politics Likely to Continue” by Jacob M. Stout (College of Social and Behavioral Science at the University of Utah) ”It appears Republicans are poised to make significant gains in a year teeming with immense political change and polarization. Kirk Jowers, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, commented in a recent interview that people are angry at Washington and Congress in particular. After just four years of enjoying control, the Democrats are going to receive the brunt of that anger even as disapproval ratings for both parties are dipping below 30 percent.

November 2, 2010: “Eric Wright Scholarship Fund reaches match point” (FYI Newsletter) ”The Eric Wright Scholarship, established to honor the memory of Eric Wright, a Hinckley intern who passed away prematurely on Aug. 28, 2010 during his internship in Washington, D.C., has received more than $25,000 in donations. As promised, the Kirk and Kristen Jowers Global Scholarship Fund will donate a matching $25,000. The scholarship will benefit outstanding students interning in Washington, D.C. For more information, contact Hinckley Institute.

November 1, 2010: “Election 2010: A Republican wave or Tsunami?” (ABC 4) ”With regards to the Republican’s chances Tuesday, Kirk Jowers, the Director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics told ABC 4, ‘It’s going to be big and it could be huge.’Jowers says the Tea Party movement is a significant reason why it could be a huge night for Republicans, ‘They all went into the Republican Party, resulted in about four million new primary voters and if they keep coming, that will be the difference that really makes this a Tsunami, instead of a wave.’”

November 1, 2010: Kirk Jowers, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics was interviewed by Max Roth on Fox 13 regarding tomorrow’s elections.

November 1, 2010: “Radio ad using the word ‘Constitution’ may be confusing voters” by Logan Daniels (KSL) ”Kirk Jowers, executive director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, says the amendments haven’t received a lot of media attention and this ad is filling the vacuum. Jowers says the problem with the ad is in its wording. He says when you listen to it you’re not sure if they’re talking about the U.S. Constitution or the Utah Constitution. ‘The cynical view is that the creators of this ad are trying to take advantage of the U.S. constitutional fervor and the need to get back to that document, but whether or not that applies to the Utah Constitution is dubious,” Jowers says. He says the amendments are too different for one group to oppose them all.”

November 1, 2010: “‘Tea party bringing new voters to the polls’ by John Daley (Deseret News) ”Tea party influence is already seen in a surge in GOP voters. Republicans had roughly 4 million new voters nationally in their primaries, according to Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers. ‘They will be a force this year,’ Jowers said.”

November 1, 2010: “Forum dissects goals, concerns of tea party” by Andreas Rivera (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”The tea party was the hot topic as three political science professors discussed and analyzed the movement during a Hinckley forum on Friday.”

October 31, 2010: “Students need to prove the numbers wrong” by Kirk Jowers, Director of the Hinckley Insittute of Politics (Daily Utah Chronicle)“You’ve heard it many times before: College students don’t vote. They’re apathetic. They’re disengaged. But to me, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, this information seems off track. I interact with students every day who are engaged in the political process and committed to a lifetime of citizen involvement. So where ds this disconnect occur?”

October 31, 2010: Kirk Jowers, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics was interviewed on KSL Radio by Andrew Adams regarding an advertisement opposing all of the Utah constitutional amendments.

October 31, 2010: “Is radio ad meant to mislead Utah voters?” by Jared Page (Deseret News) ”‘Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, said the ad takes ‘a real curious approach’. ‘It appears they may be hoping that some portion of the voters won’t make the distinction between the U.S. and Utah constitutions,’ Jowers said.’”

October 29, 2010: “Forum analyzes impact of Tea Party: by John Daley (Deseret News) ”Political analysts examined the movement at a Hinckley Institute Forum Friday at the University of Utah. They said that energy has morphed into bona fide political influence, with Tea Party-backers turning out at the polls. Director of the Hinckley Institute, Kirk Jowers, said, ‘It’s always easier to complain than to govern.’”

October 29, 2010: “Young voters could be key in Salt Lake County Council race” by Jared Page (Deseret News) ”Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, said voters of all ages are affected by the ‘enthusiasm gap’ ” when one party seems to be more energized than the other prior to an election. ‘In 2006 and 2008, it was Republicans who were discouraged and Democrats were highly motivated,’ Jowers said. ‘That’s flipped in 2010. Young people will follow those trends. The more liberal students are little more disenchanted, whereas the more conservative students are more fired up.’”

October 29, 2010: “PAC sends strong signal for Huntsman presidential run” by Lisa Riley Roche (KSL) “The attorney for the PAC, Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, said it amounts to an effort to draft Huntsman to run, most likely in 2016. ‘Supporters of Gov. Huntsman want to create an entity that can support ‘Huntsman-esque’ candidates and potentially provide a vehicle when he returns to the States, should he be interested in future office,’ Jowers said.”

October 29, 2010: Kirk Jowers, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics was internviewd on KSL Radio this morning by Andrew Adams regarding Huntsman’s political future.

October 28, 2010: “PAC sends strong signal for Huntsman presidential run” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret News) ”The attorney for the PAC, Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, said it amounts to an effort to draft Huntsman to run, most likely in 2016. ‘Supporters of Gov. Huntsman want to create an entity that can support ‘Huntsman-esque’ candidates and potentially provide a vehicle when he returns to the States, should he be interested in future office,’ Jowers said.”

October 28, 2010: “Barbara Baker says it was her duty to pay for pro-Philpot radio ads” by Richard Piatt (KSL) “And it’s legal, as long as it is not coordinated with a campaign, according to Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. ‘Usually individuals don’t want to stick their neck out,’ Jowers said. “Individuals paying for ads like these are quite rare in Utah.’”

October 28, 2010: Kirk Jowers, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics was interviewed on KPCW regarding the upcoming elections.

October 27, 2010: “‘Kind old woman’ buys her own radio ads for Philpot’” by Lisa Riley Roche and Richard Piatt (Deseret News) “‘Usually individuals don’t want to stick their neck out,’ said Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. ‘Individuals paying for ads like this are quite rare in Utah.’ Jowers said he believes the ad could have an impact. ‘I thought it was a very effective ad. It had the feeling that someone was speaking from their heart and willing to put her own money up to get the message out,’ he said.”

October 27, 2010: “Private citizen running political ad against Rep. Matheson” by Richard Piatt and Nkoyo Iyamba (KSL) ”As a political ad, its potential power comes from being personalized, rather than from a group or PAC, according to Kirk Jowers of the Hinckley Institute of Politics. ‘If it’s an individual, it comes across as sincere and heartfelt, then there’s no one who’s immediately turned off by the messenger,’” Jowers said.

October 27, 2010: “Herbert, Corroon raise and spend close to the same amount in campaign” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret News) ”‘Money is not a factor,’ said Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and an adviser to the governor. ‘They both had more than enough money.’ But that raises another question, he said. ‘What ds it take for a Democrat to run a competitive race? The debate will be whether the Democrats are really dead in Utah or whether Corroon overplayed his hand with the negativity.’”

October 26, 2010: Kirk Jowers, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics was interviewed on KPCW regarding the upcoming elections.

October 26, 2010: Kirk Jowers, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics was interviewed on the Rod Arquette Show.

October 26, 2010: Kirk Jowers, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics was interviewed on Utah Public Radio to talk about the elections.

October 25, 2010: “Scholarship named for University of Utah Hinckley intern hits goal” by Alison Peak (Salt Lake City Political Buzz Examiner)“Contributions to the Eric Wright Scholarship fund at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics have already reached their goal of $25,000 thanks to generous donors. Institute Director Kirk Jowers has pledged to match the fund for a total of $50,000.”

October 25, 2010: “Wright scholarship meets goal” by Katie Pratt (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”The funds ‘trickled in since the beginning of September,’ saidRochelle Parker, communications and outreach coordinator for the Hinckley Institute and former news editor of The Daily Utah Chronicle. ‘People have been very generous.’ The scholarship will fund future interns who work in Washington, D.C. Students who display academic achievement will be considered for the scholarship. The institute will also consult with the Wright family to decide who will receive the scholarship, Parker said. Kirk Jowers, director of the institute, pledged to match the $25,000 fund. ‘(Wright) had a passion for public service, current events and engaged citizenship,’ Jowers said in a statement.”

October 24, 2010: “Pelosi is wedge issue in 2nd District race” by Marjorie Cortez (Deseret News) “Philpot first sought elected office in 2000. He announced his intention to run for Congress to unseat Rep. Merrill Cook, R-Utah, but later withdrew, filing instead to run for the state Legislature. He ran as a Republican largely over his distaste with the Clinton administration’s handling of the designation of the Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument. Philpot, then a Hinckley Institute intern to the White House Council on Environmental Quality, became aware that the Clinton White House was keeping secrets from Utahns.

October 23, 2010: “Utah voter turnout: A state of apathy” by Jamshid Ghazi Askar (Deseret News) ”‘Democracy is not for the lazy, but instead requires engaged citizenship,’ Jowers concludes. “Almost all of the ills in society today occur in vacuums created by apathy. Thus, our elected officials will always more readily respond to motivated voters, but when constituents do not turn out and vote, the special interests will always fill that vacuum.’ ‘People must realize that policies, party strengths and weakness, and electoral successes and failures typically develop over time and elections are the time markers that define political movements. In short, every vote counts and not just if it is an extremely close race.’”

October 22, 2010: “Impact Day brings candidates’ views to students” by Brandon Brown (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”About 80 candidates from a variety of election races campaigned on the Union Patio on Thursday for ASUU’s Impact Day.” The event was also sponsored by the Hinckley Institute of Politics.

October 21, 2010: ”Elections Experts Cover Issues from American Indian Voting to Water Politics” (Newswise) ”Kirk L. Jowers is the director of University’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and associate professor of political science. He is also Acting Chairman of the Governor’s Commission on Strengthening Utah’s Democracy, and a Member of the Utah Constitutional Revision Commission. Mr. Jowers has provided legal and political advice to state and national political parties, more than 30 congressional and gubernatorial candidates, Fortune 500 corporations, non-profit organizations, and three presidential campaigns. He is a frequent media commentator and lecturer on politics, campaign finance laws, government ethics, and the First Amendment and is the author of several publications.”

October 20, 2010: Happening tomorrow: “The U.’s Hinckley Institute and ASUU on Thursday will host some 50 candidates from local, state and federal races from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the Olpin Union patio for its Impact Day.” (Political Cornflakes)

October 20, 2010: “ASUU promotes student voting to increase turnout” by Andreas Rivera (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”Kate Stone, a sophomore in political science and a first-time voter, was chosen by the Hinckley Institute of Politics to represent the student body and ceremoniously cast the first ballot to mark the occasion, even though voting began earlier that day.

October 19, 2010: “Final gubernatorial debate covers familiar territory” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret News) ”Most of the questions posed to the candidates focused on education, a priority for voters surveyed for the Utah Priorities Project, an effort to identify key issues in the race involving the Deseret News, KSL-TV, the Utah Foundation and the U.’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

October 18, 2010: “The face of change: Can tea party’s Mike Lee make a difference?” by Jesse Hyde and Kelly M. Henriod (Deseret News) ”But political insiders say it’s unlikely he’ll do much of significance in the senate, at least in his first term. In the senate, seniority governs everything ” the committees you sit on, the arms you can twist to get votes, the bills you get to sponsor. ‘Mike will have a choice of joining with a few like-minded people to try to have more strength and power in numbers, or to work with a greater number of Republicans and Democrats on certain issues that will allow him to have a far greater influence on many more issues,’ says Kirk Jowers of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah. ‘I hope he chooses the latter.’”

October 16, 2010: “Her point/His point: Should GOP fear Pew findings on Hispanics?” by Dawn Brandvold (Davis County Clipper) ”Kirk Jowers of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute states that ‘demographic trends don’t support a party that can’t get at least 40 percent of the Hispanic vote nationally.’

October 13, 2010: “Ads critical of Peter Corroon have been made, but Gov. Gary Herbert dsn’t want them to air” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret News)“‘That may be the best strategy at this point, said Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and an adviser to the governor. Going negative now ‘dsn’t seem to make sense,’ Jowers said, although it’s typical ‘for campaigns to have negative ads ready just in case. ‘If you’re ahead, you may never pull that out. If it’s tight, you want to be ready,” he said. Corroon’s negative ads about the influence of Herbert’s campaign contributions on the award of state contracts worked for a while, Jowers said, ‘but he seemed to stay too long with that approach and the public is turning against him.’
Jowers said that shift is documented by both campaign polling as well as the Hinckley Institute class rating the civility of campaign ads for Deseret Media Companies, owner of the Deseret News and KSL.

October 12, 2010: “Palin endorses Philpot for Congress” by Richard Piatt (KSL) ”Kirk Jowers, [executive] director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, says in the end, people vote for the candidates themselves. At the same time, he calls Matheson’s endorsements a sort of “good housekeeping seal of approval.” Palin’s endorsement, he says, won’t mean much. “The people who are supporting Palin are already for Philpot, and they’ll probably go out and vote. They’re energized. It will raise some money,’ Jowers says. ‘But the problem is that Matheson is very well-known in our state, and most moderates, even Republicans, like him.’”

October 8, 2010: “Civility and respect” (Deseret News) ”And this is not just our view. As reported on our front page Thursday, students at the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah have been rating campaign advertising in Utah this year for their tone and their impact on civility.”

October 7, 2010: “Voters impatient and angry going into mid-term elections” by Paul Nelson (KSL) ”Hinckley Institute of Politics director Kirk Jowersis making his predictions for how many governors seats the GOP might pick up in this election. ‘It’s hard to see Republicans winning any less, or having any less of a net gain than about eight seats,’ he says.”

October 7, 2010: “Survey highlights voters’ top issues” by Andreas Rivera (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”In a Hinckley Forum on Wednesday, Kirk Jowers, the director of the Hinckley Institute and Steve Krs, president of the Utah Foundation, discussed the survey numbers and gave their opinion of what it means for the candidates in the November election.”

October 7, 2010: “What’s not measured by DMC’s ‘civility meter’” by Sean P. Means (Culture Vulture – Salt Lake Tribune) “That roughness is being targeted in a new initiative by Deseret Media Companies, the parent of the Deseret News and KSL, and the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

October 6, 2010: “Early poll results in for civility in campaign ads” by John Daley (KSL) “We listen to them and then we rate whether they have a positive or negative tone, whether it furthers civility in politics or hinders it, and then whether our impression of the candidate is positive or negative after watching the ad,’ said political science student Whitney Benns.”

October 6, 2010: “Rating the race: Civility comes in focus in campaign ads” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret News) ”‘We listen to them (the ads) and then we rate whether they have a positive or negative tone,” said political science student Whitney Benns. “(We look for) whether it furthers civility in politics or hinders it, and then whether our impression of the candidate is positive or negative after watching the ad.”

October 6, 2010: “Poll shows Latinos frustrated with GOP” by David Montero (Salt Lake Tribune) ”These findings could be viewed as alarming to the GOP ” even in a state as heavily Republican as Utah, according to Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah.”

October 5, 2010: “Hinckley Forum on Utah Priorities Survey” (Utah Policy.com) ”On Wednesday, Oct. 6 at 12:15pm, the Hinckley Institute of Politicswill host a forum to discuss the results of the Utah Foundation’s 2010 Utah Priorities Fall Survey, which solicited voter opinions about K-12 education, economy and jobs, immigration, government spending, and states’ rights. For more info, click here.

October 5, 2010: “Romney returning to Utah to raise money for his PAC” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret News) ”‘Gov. Herbert has been under a lot of scrutiny and attack the last couple of weeks,’ said Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and both a Herbert adviser and a longtime Romney insider. ‘Romney is still the most popular politician in the state ¦ and it never hurts to have some of that luster rub off when he’s in town.’”

October 4, 2010: “What do campaign contributions buy?” by Robert Gehrke (Salt Lake Tribune) ” Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’sHinckley Institute of Politics and chairman of the governor’s commission said he made a case to Herbert and legislators at the time that campaign limits might be in their own best interest. ‘I told every legislator who would listen and the governor that passing some sensible campaign finance reform would protect them,’ Jowers said. ‘They could act with complete honesty and integrity, but if the timing happens to be that if a big donor gets a contribution then their motive and actions might be impugned. ‘It wasn’t very persuasive,’ Jowers said.

October 3, 2010: “Corroon mixes up the bag for Utah governor” by J Pyrah (Daily Herald) ”The tightening numbers is more a product of voters settling down, said Kirk Jowers, head of the Hinckley Institute of Politics. ‘Corroon just simply wasn’t getting the benefit of the doubt,’ he said of the earlier numbers. But now that things have settled down, Jowers has a hard time seeing Corroon getting enough momentum to overtake Herbert. ‘Outside a startling revelation, it seems out of Corroon’s hands to win the race,’ he said.

October 2, 2010: “How a muckraker changed the media ” by Ben Fulton (Salt Lake Tribune) ”Author and journalism professor Mark Feldstein will be in Salt Lake City Oct. 5 at the Hinckley Institute of Politics and Oct. 6 at King’s Enlgish Booshop.”

September 30, 2010: “Hinckley Institute introduces internship for Justice dept.” by Andreas Rivera (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”There are currently 25 Hinckley interns in Washington D.C., said Taylor Morgan, program manager for the Hinckley Institute.’Our internship program is the longest running internship program in the country,’ Taylor said. The Institute usually sends 24 to 40 interns each semester with most being sent during the summer. The interns are placed in a variety of offices in D.C. such as Capitol Hill, the White House, various federal agencies and non-profit organizations. ‘We are all over the map in D.C.,’ Taylor said. Students are able to take advantage of the Institute’s great relationships. Taylor said the Hinckley Institute is considered one of the top institutes in the country.

September 29, 2010: “Herbert calls for audit of UDOT” contributions from Lisa Riley Roche, John Daley and Andrew Adams (KSL) “Kirk Jowers, the director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, says the twists and turns of the story are putting the governor and his leadership under the microscope. ‘It’s a wake-up call,’ he said. ‘When a string starts getting pulled on this type of political sweater, it’s always nerve wracking on where it stops.’”

September 29, 2010: “Governor calls for UDOT audit in wake of controversial I-15 bid” by Lisa Riley Roche and John Daley (Deseret News) ”Whether the effect of the governor’s call for a “full and thorough audit” of UDOT is enough to resolve the issue with voters remains to be seen, said Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and an adviser to Herbert. ‘The audit is the right step. But whether it will be enough is anyone’s guess,’ Jowers said. ‘These revelations are the gift that keeps on giving to Corroon ¦ just revelation after revelation. E-mails, contributions, sex. I mean it’s all there. It’s staying on the front page.’”

September 29, 2010: “Medical examiner rules University of Utah intern’s death as accidental” by Alison Peek (Salt Lake City Political Buzz Examiner)“Wright, son of KSL radio host Doug Wright, now has a scholarship in his name at the Hinckley Institute. The scholarship has been set up to honor the memory of Eric Wright, and will benefit students interning in Washington, D.C. The Kirk and Kristen Jowers Global Scholarship Fund plans to match the first $25,000 raised for the Eric Wright Scholarship. Mr. Jowers is the head of the Hinckley Institute. For more information on the scholarship, click here.” Source: Salt Lake Tribune, Hinckley Institute of Politics

September 29, 2010: “A Salt Lake County Republican in King Democrat’s Court” by Bob Bernick UtahPolicy.com Contributing Editor (UtahPolicy.com)“‘I’m a conservative. But a moderate conservative,’ Snelgrove said following a mild-mannered debate with his Democratic opponent at the Hinckley Institute of Politics, former newspaperwoman Holly Mullen.”

September 28, 2010: “Medical examiners have officially ruled the death of Hinckley Institute of Politics intern Eric Wright, son of KSL radio personality Doug Wright, as accidental.” [Trib] (Political Cornflakes)

September 28, 2010: “Hinckley intern’s death in D.C. ruled accidental; scholarship efforts continue” by Katie Pratt (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”‘He had a passion for public service, current events and engaged citizenship,’ said Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute. Wright was a senior in history teaching and political science. The Eric Wright Scholarship Fund has been created by the Hinckley Institute to honor his life and fund future interns’ stays in Washington, D.C. The Kirk and Kristen Jowers Global Scholarship Fund will also match the first $25,000 that is donated to the memorial fund to support future interns. The $25,000 goal is close to being met, said Rochelle Parker, communication and outreach coordinator for the institute and former news editor of The Daily Utah Chronicle. ‘People have been very generous.’ Donations are still being accepted at www.ericwrightscholarship.com.”

September 28, 2010: “Utah intern death in D.C. ruled accidental” by Thomas Burr (Salt Lake Tribune) ”Wright was serving an internship through the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. The institute’s director, Kirk Jowers, said previously that police told him Wright had accidentally fallen off the roof of the building and no foul play was suspected. The Hinckley Institute has since set up a scholarship fund in Eric Wright’s name atwww.ericwrightscholarship.com.”

September 27, 2010:” EnergySolutions attacks Corroon in a newspaper ad ” by Jeremiah Stettler (Salt Lake Tribune) ”The company’s rancor rises from a recent gubernatorial debate between Gov. Gary Herbert and his challenger, Corroon. In that debate ” airing Monday night on KUED ” Corroon took a hard-line stance against the storage of depleted uranium in Utah and said the governor did too little, too late to stop a trainload of that waste from reaching the Beehive State.”

September 27, 2010: “Matheson’s recent bills have Utah at heart” by Heather Lindsay (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”The recent visit of Rep. Jim Matheson, D-Utah, answered many questions U students had, yet one lurking question still remains: Ds the letter “D” truly belong after the congressman’s name?”

September 26, 2010: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers appeared live in studio for Sunday Edition with Bruce Lindsay to discuss the upcoming elections and issues. “Matheson is a force in this state,” says Jowers. “Matheson has statewide name identification, statewide approvals. He’s not seen, as we saw in the primary, as a true Democrat, and so he dsn’t take the hit that most Democrats are taking. And he’s also a very good fundraiser, very good communicator, has a great family name. So he has everything intangible. So he would be a force in either race.”

Septmeber 25, 2010: “Sandstrom and Herrod: Everyone must obey the law” by Stephen Sandstrom and Chris Herrod (Salt Lake Tribune) ”Many now scoff at the importance of the rule of law, but Elder Dallin H. Oaks reminded us that all the blessings enjoyed under the United States Constitution are dependent upon the rule of law. … The rule of law is the basis of liberty.

September 24, 2010: “Herbert, Corroon clash in first gubernatorial debate ” by Robert Gerhke (Salt Lake Tribune)

September 24, 2010: “Philpot claims gains in 2nd Congressional District race” by Richard Piatt (KSL) The Hinckley Institute’s Kirk Jowers says Philpot will use any bit of good news to create momentum and boost fundraising. ‘It might help the grassroots effort if it’s not a hopeless cause,’ he says. ‘More importantly right now is that it might bring in the NRCC which will give him money that will give him a shot to close ground on Matheson.’”

September 24, 2010: “Philpot using website tidbit as hope in congressional campaign” by Richard Piatt (Deseret News) ”Kirk Jowers, who heads the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, says Philpot is still an underdog in the race. It’s typical, Jowers says, for such a candidate to grasp at any positive news and use it to gain momentum, and raise money. ‘It might help the grassroots effort, if it’s not a hopeless cause.’ Jowers said. ‘More importantly right now is that it might bring in the (National Republican Congressional Committee), which will give him money. That will give him a shot to close ground on Matheson.’”

September 24, 2010: “Hinckley forum discusses Turkish minority’s lack of rights in China” by Andreas Rivera (Daily Utah Chronicle) “Rebiya Kadeer spoke to a full caucus room at the Hinckley Institute of Politics on Wednesday about being a Uyghur, an ethnic group of Turkish decent living primarily in northwestern China.”

September 23, 2010: “Utah Gov. Gary Herbert, Peter Corroon clash in first debate” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret News) ”That poll, part of an effort by the Utah Foundation, the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, the Deseret News and KSL to identify key issues in the governor’s race, was taken just as the controversy over campaign contributions was unfolding.”

September 23, 2010: “Herbert, Corroon engage in first fall debate ” by Max Roth (Fox 13) ”SALT LAKE CITY – For the first time in the fall election season, the two candidates for governor faced each other in a debate at the University of Utah’s broadcast house. The hour-long debate included several tense moments when the Governor and the Mayor of the state’s largest county called each other on the carpet.”

September 23, 2010: “Candidates Clash At First Gubernatorial Debate” by Brian Mullahy (KUTV) ”The debate was produced by KUED and can be seen in its entirety the following days and times: 7.1 (Comcast channel 7 or 658 in HD)- Monday, Sept. 27th at 8PM, 7.2 (Comcast Channel 115) – Thursday, Sept. 30th at 7PM, October 4th at 11PM.”

September 23, 2010: “Utah Gov. Herbert, Corroon clash in first debate ” by (AP via Daily Herald)

September 23, 2010: “Herbert and Corroon: Debate Number #1″ by Chris Vanocur (ABC 4)

September 23, 201 0: “LDS spread Oaks’ speech on Constitution, marriage ” by Rosemary Winters (LGBT FYI – Salt Lake Tribune Blog) ”In Oaks’address, delivered Friday at the Salt Lake City Tabernacle as part of a secular celebration of the Constitution’s 223rd birthday, he emphasized that defining marriage is a power reserved to states. Last month, a federal district court overturned Proposition 8, California’s voter-approved ban on same-sex marriage, ruling that it violated the constitutional rights of gay men and lesbians. The San Francisco-based 9th Circuit Court is evaluating an appeal.

September 23, 2010: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers appeared live on FOX 13 news at noon to discuss the gubernatorial race and debate.

September 23, 2010: “Herbert, Corroon both say education is a top priority” by Richard Piatt (Deseret News) ”A new statewide poll by Dan Jones and Associates for the Utah Priorities Project, an effort by the Utah Foundation, the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, KSL and the Deseret News, shows just how serious voters are about education.”

September 21, 2010: “Apostle Extols Fundamental Principles of U.S. Constitution” by (LDS Newsroom, featered in Meridian Magazine) “Elder Dallin H. Oaks made the remarks in his keynote address at the Constitution Day Celebration held in the Tabernacle on Temple Square. The event was presented by the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and America’s Freedom Alliance.”

September 21, 2010: “LDS Church apostle extols fundamental principles of U.S. Constitution” (Rexburg Standard Journal) ”Elder Dallin H. Oaks made the remarks in his keynote address at the Constitution Day Celebration held in the Tabernacle on Temple Square. The event was presented by the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and America’s Freedom Alliance.”

September 20, 2010: “Campaign Finance Reform” by Duane Cardall (KSL) “At the same time we encourage the governor and all ambitious politicians to reevaluate a recommendation made last year by the Governor’s Commission on Strengthening Democracy to establish a limit on campaign contributions. The commission wrote: ‘We . . . recognize that campaign contributions facilitate speech. But we must also realize that money has the capacity to corrupt and to present the appearance of corruption. Our public discourse and civic engagement will never be sufficiently robust if ordinary citizens feel that they are priced out of the market.’ The commission’s recommendations for “meaningful” campaign finance reforms are outlined in its report. They are recommendations that should not be ignored.“

Septemer 20, 2010: “Know the candidates”Elections 2010″ (FYI Online, University of Utah) ”Campaign season is upon us! The Hinckley Institute of Politics and KUED-7 will present several discussions with candidates, making it easy to stay informed. Be sure to take advantage of this opportunity to learn “

September 20, 2010: “Lee sporting significant lead over Granato in Senate race” by John Hollenhorst (Deseret News) “Kirk Jowers, director of theHinckley Institute of Politics, said Lee is ahead even in Salt Lake County. ‘The poll results show that Mike Lee is on the right of probably mainstream Utah, but he’s right there. He’s with them. And they don’t feel he’s extreme,’ Jowers said.”

September 20, 2010: At a Constitution Day celebration, LDS Apostle Dallin Oaks said states, not the federal government, should define if marriage rights should be extended to gay couples. [SL Trib] [D News] [KSL].” (Political Cornflakes)

September 19, 2010: “Poll: Lee sporting significant lead over Granato in Senate race” by John Hollenhorst (KSL) ”Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, says Lee is ahead even in Salt Lake County. “The poll results show that Mike Lee is on the right of probably mainstream Utah, but he’s right there. He’s with them. And they don’t feel he’s extreme,’ says Jowers.”

September 19, 2010: “Morgan Philpot says he’s up to the challenge” by Brandon Loomis (Salt Lake Tribune) ”Bill Clinton was president and Philpot, then a University of Utah anthropology and environmental studies student, was a Hinckley Institute intern to the White House Council on Environmental Quality. He said he viewed documents showing the administration’s plan to designate the Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument, and knew officials were keeping secrets from Utahns who recoiled at the idea.”

September 18, 2010: “Oaks says only states should define marriage” by Lee Davidson (Salt Lake Tribune) ”The power to make laws on personal relationships is one of those powers not granted to the federal government and therefore reserved to the states, said Oaks, a former Utah Supreme Court justice, during a Constitution Day speech sponsored by the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. Oaks’ speech was delivered at the Tabernacle on Temple Square, but the event was secular.”

September 17, 2010: “Rolly: More fund-raising frolics in the governor’s race ” by Paul Rolly (Salt Lake Tribune) ”That raised some church-and-state questions in e-mails sent to me, but Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers points out the Tabernacle has been used for community events since the 1860s and Oaks is a former Utah Supreme Court justice and nationally recognized constitutional scholar. Besides, Jowers said, having Oaks as the speaker attracted so much interest that the free tickets to the event were gobbled up quickly.”

September 17, 2010: “Elder Dallin H. Oaks: Constitution’s principles and freedoms must be protected” by Scott Taylor (Deseret News).

September 17, 2010: “Elder Dallin H. Oaks preaches protection of the Constitution” by Carole Mikita (KSL) ”Patriotic music rang through Tabernacle as some 4,000 gathered for the tribute. The University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics sponsored the event and Elder Oaks, a former Utah Supreme Court Justice and now member of the LDS Chruch’s Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, delivered the keynote address.”

September 17, 2010:” Constitution Day Introduction of Elder Dallin H. Oaks” (LDS Newsroom) ”The Hinckley Institute of Politics has presented more than 2,000 speakers in the past 45 years. These leaders have ranged from future and past United States presidents and foreign heads of states; current governors, senators, and ambassadors; and thought leaders from every imaginable discipline. It has been a privilege for me to participate in hundreds of these events and learn from these accomplished individuals. I am particularly honored, however, to introduce our guest tonight. The Hinckley Instituteinvited Elder Oaks this evening based on this incredible experience, and Elder Oaks has asked me to add that his remarks draw on that background, rather than the authority of his current calling. It is my pleasure to present to you, Elder Dallin H. Oaks.”

September 17, 2010: “And happy Constitution Day! Sen. Orrin Hatch keynotes Utah Valley University’s event starting today at 12:30 p.m., while this evening at 7:30, LDS apostle Dallin Oaks (a former state Supreme Court judge) and Bennett will speak at a similar event held at the Tabernacle, sponsored by the U.’s Hinckley Institute and America’s Freedom Alliance. On Saturday, Reps. Rob Bishop and Jason Chaffetz plan to join Nevada GOP Senate candidate Sharron Angle at the Radisson in SLC for the Utah Freedom Conference. Unlike the Hatch or Bennett events, this one costs money, $55 to be exact.” (Political Cornflakes)

Septemeber 16, 2010: “Campaigns are valuable experience” by Jordin Jochim (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”The U’s Hinckley Institute of Politics has a proud history of inviting high-profile figures such as Matheson and Sen. Bob Bennett to speak to students to get them excited about the political process. However, more than anything else, the Hinckley Institute is renowned for providing excellent internships to students looking to get their hands dirty and to move from the role of spectator to participant. Under Kirk Jowers‘ direction, the Hinckley Institute has expanded its international program to 35 countries, including Cambodia and Taiwan, set records in terms of funding, and increased the number of forums each year by 40 percent. One of the most important contributions that Jowers has implemented is making internships more accessible to all students.”

September 2010: “Why Don’t Utahns Vote?” by Marilyn O’Dell, VWVU Co-President (LWV Newsletter) ”The flaws in our current caucus and convention preocess were the subject of a lecture by Kirk Jowers, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah. The event was organized by former LWVU Co-President Alice Steiner who is a member of both organizations. Jowers, who chaired the Governor’s Commission on Strengthening Democracy, has concluded that our nominating system is a major cause of declining voter participation. He stated that convention delegates do not represent all the parties’ voters and views, so the system disenfranchises large swaths of our population.”

September 15, 2010: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers and Taylor Morgan were interviewed on University of Utah’s Newsbreak.

September 13, 2010: “Democratic Senate candidate says Republican dsn’t represent Utah” by Richard Piatt (KSL) “As a campaign tactic, political analyst Kirk Jowers agrees. Granato, the underdog, has to do something, Jowers says. He says Granato is piggybacking on the national Democrats’ plan to create attention for candidates. ‘He has to try to take numbers off Mike Lee,’ Jowers said. ‘This is the formula that’s being used across the nation, and so it’s a natural place for him to take a shot.’”

September 13. 2010: “New Corroon Ads Hit Herbert on Ethics” by Bob Bernick (Utah Policy.com) ”Herbert didn’t accept all of the recommendations adopted by a government and democracy commission set up by former Gov. Jon Huntsman Jr., points out Corroon campaign manager Donald Dunn. (Although Herbert did continue the commission after Huntsman’s resignation and Herbert did adopt some of the group’s recommendations.) One Herbert didn’t accept is campaign contribution limits in major Utah state races, like the governor’s.”

September 11, 2010: “Contributions to Herbert raise questions and prompt a pledge by his opponent” by Lisa Riley Roche and John Daley “Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and an adviser to Herbert, said it’s time to take another look at the recommendations of the Governor’s Commission on Strengthening Utah’s Democracy. Jowers headed up the commission created by former Gov. Jon Huntsman Jr. and saw its recommendations for campaign limits set aside by Herbert and lawmakers. He said the limits help candidates, too. ‘The simple fact is, when you’re allowed to raise unlimited amounts of money, particularly from special interests seeking favors or to do business with the state, it leaves the elected officials vulnerable,’ Jowers said. ‘The contribution limits can help insulate officials from criticism.’”

September 10, 2010: Hinckley Institute of Politics Director Kirk L. Jowers was interviewed on the University of Utah’s Newsbreak program about the Hinckley Institute’s internship program and the creation of the Doug Wright Scholarship Fund.

September 9, 2010: “Deseret Media Companies takes stand for civility in politics” by Richard Piatt (KSL) ” Kirk Jowers says students from the Hinckley Institute of Politics will be part of one group. He is intrigued by the dynamic this will create. ‘In our system of government, there are certain barriers to enforcing a more civil dialogue,” he said. “You don’t want to be accused of censorship, you don’t want to potentially impact an election.’”

September 9, 2010: “Elder Dallen H. Oaks to speak at Constitution event” (Salt Lake Tribune) ”SALT LAKE CITY – LDS general authority and former Utah Supreme Court Justice Dallin H. Oaks will be the keynote speaker at a Constitution Day event this month.

September 9, 2010: “Deseret Media Companies pushes for civility in politics” by Richard Piatt (Dessert News) ”The idea of ‘rating’ political ads is relatively new in the world of politics, according to Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. Jowers said he’s intrigued with the idea of sending a message to candidates and campaigns. ‘You don’t want to be accused of censorship. You don’t want to potentially impact an election by making a subjective decision,’ Jowers said. ‘What this ds is allow a bigger group of people to look at it. And it gives candidates a heads-up about what’s acceptable, and hopefully that will influence them’.”

September 9, 2010: “Parents protest schools’ promotion of ‘democracy’” by Rosemary Winers (Salt Lake Tribune) ”The term ‘democracy’ is commonly used to refer to American society and the power of the people to participate in government, including through votes on ballot measures and representatives, said Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. ‘Technically the United States is a constitutional republic, he said. However, leaders from both [political] parties have often referred to us as a democracy.’

September 9, 2010:”Another U. of U. student wins Truman public service award” by Brain Maffly (Salt Lake Tribune) ”Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers, himself a 1990 Truman scholar, praised Rogers’ work ethic and commitment to civic engagement. ‘Cody may be the most prepared applicant we have ever had. He spent hundreds of hours on his proposal and his research behind it,’ Jowers said. ‘He has a deep belief in what we pursue at the institute, which is participation.’”

The Truman Scholarship Foundation was established by Congress in 1975 to honor the 33rd president, Harry S. Truman. The foundation awards scholarships that come with $30,000 and priority admission to the nation’s most prestigious graduate programs and fellowship opportunities with the federal government.

September 9, 2010: “Guv campaigns hit the airwaves ” by Robert Gehrke (Salt Lake Tribune) “Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politicsat the University of Utah, said it’s standard for both campaigns to try to define their candidates as the good guy out of the gate. ‘If you’re winning, you don’t talk about the other guy, Jowers said. If you’re losing, then you have a tougher job because you not only need to define yourself in favorable terms, but you have to start taking points off the guy who’s ahead and, therefore, take some shots at the front-runner.’”

September 8, 2010: “Doug Wright, back at the mic” by Sean Means (Salt Lake Tribune) ”The Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah has created a scholarship fund in Eric Wright’s honor. Go to the website if you’re interested in donating money.”

September 8, 2010:”Campaigns provide less-competitive internships ” by Andreas Rivera (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”Pereira said the Hinckley Institute of Politics, the internships for business and nonprofit, which he was leaning toward, were competitive, so he ended up working for the Matheson campaign. The campaign internships are open and not as competitive as most others, he said.”

September 7, 2010: “Ds Tea Party want to defend or change Constitution?” by Jim Acosta and Bonny Kapp (CNN) Kirk Jowers, Director of theHinckley Institute of Poltics, appeared on CNN to discuss the Mike Lee for Senate Race.

September 7, 2010: “N.Y. Times writer will discuss immigration” by Andreas Rivera (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”Preston is the national correspondent on immigration for the New York Times and will speak in the Union Ballroom on Sept. 15, courtesy of the Hinckley Institute of Politics. The free event is titled ‘Immigration and Borders: The New Battle Zone.’

September 5, 2010: Hinckley Institute of Politics Director, Kirk Jowers, appeared live in studio on Fox13′s Good Day Utah to discuss the Utah general election races.

September 3, 2010: “The U.’s Hinckley Institute of Politics launches a scholarship campaign in the name of Eric Wright, an intern who died in D.C. last weekend. [SL Trib.] [KSL.] [D News.]” by Thomas Burr (Political Cornflakes).

September 2, 2010: “Scholarship fund established in name of Eric Wright” by Dan Metcalf Jr. (ABC 4) ”The University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics established the Eric Wright Scholarship Fund in his honor. The scholarship will benefit students interning in Washington, D.C. The Kirk and Kristen Jowers Global Scholarship Fund will match the first $25,000 raised.

September 2, 2010: “Matheson delivers public update” by Andreas Rivera (The Daily Utah Chronicle) “Congressman Jim Matheson appeared at theHinckley Institute Forum yesterday to give students a congressional update. But instead of doing so, Matheson gave what he said is an update on the public, since Congress is on recess. Matheson, along with many other major Utah politicians, visits the Hinckley Institute once a year and interacts with students, said institute director Kirk Jowers in an interview last week.”

September 2, 2010:”Scholarship to honor University of Utah student, Hinckley intern Eric Wright” (Deseret News) “Kirk Jowers, director of theHinckley Institute, said in a statement he was “devastated” by Eric Wright’s death. ‘Eric was a vibrant, energizing and joyful soul who brightened everyone around him,’ Jowers said. ‘He had a passion for public service, current events and engaged citizenship.’ Donations can be made online atwww.ericwrightscholarship.com or by sending a check to the Hinckley Institute made out to “The Eric Wright Scholarship Fund.” The Kirk and Kristen Jowers Global Scholarship Fund will match the first $25,000 raised.

September 2, 2010: “Eric Wright scholarship fund announced” (KSL) “Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, says the institute wants to honor Wright’s enthusiasm for life by creating a scholarship in his name that will allow future students to go to D.C. ‘Anyone who knows Eric knew he was the most energy-giving, radiant, wonderful young man,’ said Jowers. ‘We believe we are going to create a scholarship that will last in perpetuity and so we will be able to think of him and know of Eric for decades to come.’”

September 2, 2010: :U. to start scholarship fund named after intern who died” by Thomas Burr (Salt Lake Tribune) ”Kirk Jowers, the head of the institute, and his wife, Kristen, have vowed to match donations up to $25,000 for the scholarship fund that will benefit students interning in the nation’s capital. Eric Wright, 23, was found unconscious and later pronounced dead after what Kirk Jowers says was an accidental fall off a seven-story building in Northwest Washington. Wright ‘had a passion for public service, current events, and engaged citizenship,’ Jowers said. ‘Our thoughts and prayers are with his family, who helped instill these wonderful attributes in Eric. I am honored to have had him as a student, intern and friend.’

September 1, 2010: “Rolly: Legislator says he didn’t say what he said” by Paul Rolly (Deseret News) ”He found, however, that for a conservative, promoting campaign contribution limits is a bad thing and, according to commission chairman Kirk Jowers, he backed out of that responsibility.”

September 1, 2010: “Scholarship created to honor Wright” by Katie Pratt (The Daily Utah Chronicle) ”Eric Wright, a senior in history education, died last weekend during his internship. The scholarship is in honor of his service and life, said Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute. Internships such as the institute’s positions in Washington, D.C., are often costly, because of travel and living expenses. The institute hopes the scholarship will get more students to Washington, D.C., said Rochelle Parker, communication and outreach coordinator for the institute.”

August 31, 2010: “Eric Wright’s Obituary” (Salt Lake Tribune) “He returned home looking forward to moving to Washington, D.C. to participate in theHinckley Institute of Politics Internship Program in the office of Utah Congressman Rob Bishop.”

August 31, 2010: “U intern’s death investigated” (Salt Lake Tribune) “Kirk Jowers, the head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, which placed Wright on his internship, said police told him they had ruled out homicide and suicide and believe the student just accidentally fell off the roof.”

August 30, 2010: “University of Utah intern killed in Washington, D.C.” (Examiner.com) “Eric Wright, the 22 year old son of local radio host Doug Wright was killed in an accident in Washington, D.C. over the weekend. He was in the nation’s capital as an intern for District 1 Representative Rob Bishop-R for the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah in Salt Lake City. Kirk Jowers, Director of the institute said “Eric was a vibrant, energizing, and joyful soul who brightened everyone around him. He had a passion for public service, current events, and engaged citizenship.”

August 30, 2010: “Matheson to discuss issues on campus” by Andreas Rivera (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”Congressman Jim Matheson will be at the Hinckley Institute to talk to students about current issues in a forum on Wednesday. Many of Utah’s major political leaders will visit the institute at least once a year, said Kirk Jowers, director of the institute.”

August 29, 2010: “Son of KSL Newsradio talk show host dies in tragic accident” (KSL) ”Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, flew to Washington to help the other interns deal with the loss. In a statement, he said, “Eric was a vibrant, energizing, and joyful soul who brightened everyone around him. He had a passion for public service, current events, and engaged citizenship.” Jowers went on to say, “Our thoughts and prayers are with his wonderful family who helped instill these wonderful attributes in Eric. I am honored to have had him as a student, intern, and friend. No words can express how much we will miss Eric.”

August 29, 2010: “U student dies in Washington, D.C., during internship” by Katie Pratt (Daily Utah Chronicle) “‘I, the Hinckley Institute staff and students, and Eric Wright’s fellow interns are devastated by Eric’s passing,’ said Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute, in a statement.”

August 29, 2010: “Son of Utah radio host Doug Wright dies in D.C.” (Salt Lake Tribune) “Wright was working as an intern with the University of Utah’sHinckley Institute of Politics, said his mother, D. Wright. Wright started his internship working in Utah Rep. Rob Bishop’s office on Monday, and had planned to be there through the end of the semester in mid-December. His brother, Ian, also was working at a Hinckley Institute internship with the Republican Governors Association, and the two were looking forward to spending the semester together, Jowers said.

August 29, 2010: “KSL Newsradio host Doug Wright’s son, Eric Wright, dies in D.C.” (Deseret News) “According to Kirk Jowers, director of theHinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, Eric Wright started an internship for U.S. Rep. Rob Bishop just last Monday.”

August 29, 2010: “Mormons rate at bottom in approval of Obama’s job performance” (Deseret News) “Most Mormons identify themselves as conservatives, said Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah. “They identify with issues considered more Republican-dominated ” smaller government, traditional family values, a bigger role for religion in public affairs,” Jowers said, “Democrats are typically not seen as being in line with those values.”

August 28, 2010: “Mormons give Obama lowest ratings” (Salt Lake Tribune) “Kirk Jowers, a Mormon and head of University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, said Obama isn’t likely to pick up much support among the LDS faithful. ‘When only one in 10 Mormons consider themselves liberal, there’s not a natural base of Obama support among Mormons,’ Jowers said. ‘Mormons are well-known for the F’s: families, frugality and faith. Traditionally, those values have been more closely associated with conservatives and the Republican Party.’

August 27, 2010: “Low Latino voting in Utah may leave them politically vulnerable” (Deseret News) “Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, said because of their skyrocketing population in Utah in recent years, “Hispanics should be a growing political force. But until they are voting on par with other groups, it allows for their opinions and positions to be discounted.”

August 25, 2010: “LDS leader to be keynote speaker at Constitution forum ” by Robert Gehrke (Salt Lake Tribune) ” Despite the religious overtones of the location and keynote speaker, Hinckley Institute of Politics Director Kirk Jowers said he anticipates the event to be of interest to anyone. ‘I think everyone who knows Elder Oaks’ background ¦ will recognize that, regardless of his current position, [he] is one of the foremost experts on the U.S. Constitution,’ Jowers said. ‘I hope people from all points of the ideological spectrum will come to hear a true constitutional expert talk about this great document.’

August 25, 2010: “Governor’s son in court, accused of stalking woman” (KSL) “Political analyst Kirk Jowers predicts Nathan Herbert’s case will have no effect on the election. ‘There’s no political gain here, and I would expect everyone to keep hands off,’ he said.”

August 24, 2010: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers appeared in studio on KSL Radio’s Doug Wright Show to discuss Elder Dallin H. Oaks’ headlining the Hinckley Institute’s Constitution Day event at the Tabernacle.

August 24, 2010 “Utah Foundation report notes drop in state spending on education” (Deseret News) ”Kirk Jowers, head of the U.’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, said the waning commitment to funding education is troubling. “When you’re dead last in per-pupil spending, we certainly cannot afford to decrease our commitment to education, because innovation can only take you so far,” Jowers said. “The state is saving money on government, including education, but there will be a price to pay.”

August 23, 2010: “Glenn Beck Rally Prep Begins Today, Permits Issued” by J Strupp (Media Matters for America) ”A bio on Beck’s website describes Kerry as … an attorney practicing in Pennsylvania & New Jersey. He is a member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum, ATLA-NJ, and PaTLA. Prior to beginning his legal career he served as a Hinckley Institute of Politics Fellow in the Bush / Quayle Administration and received a one year fellowship to the Eagleton Institute of Politics.”

August 21, 2010: “Paul Rolly: Voices for moderation in Utah’s GOP” (Salt Lake Tribune) “LaVarr Webb, publisher of an online political newsletter and former policy director in the Leavitt administration, was one of the organizers of the first two meetings, along with Hinckley Institute of Politics directorKirk Jowers.”

August 17, 2010: Kirk Jowers, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics was interviewed on Utah Public Radio about his proposals to reform Utah’s electoral system. http://www.upr.org/access.html.

August 17, 2010: “Utah politicians explore federal immigration action” by Richard Piatt (KSL) “But going farther than that — working out things like local immigration enforcement and guest-worker issues — is unlikely, according to the Hinckley Institute’s Kirk Jowers. ‘Over the last decade or so, Congress has become completely dysfunctional and unable to deal with any major issue,’ he says. ‘If it’s complicated, if it takes compromise, it completely breaks down.’
. . . . ‘The incentives for candidates right now are to find elements of an issue and say ‘no’ or attack it,’ Jowers said. “The incentives are not there typically to come out and say, ˜Here is my solution.’”

August 14, 2010: “Paul Rolly: Utah ripe for election manipulation” by Paul Rolly (Salt Lake Tribune) ”Utah has the highest barrier for a candidate’s entry onto a primary election ballot of any state in the nation. It also is most ripe for voter fraud because of the way political parties pick their candidates. That, according to Hinckley Institute of Politics Director Kirk Jowers, is the reason the state should look for ways to reform the current caucus/convention/primary election system that makes Utah unique in the way political parties nominate candidates.

August 13, 2010: “Release of Utah immigration bill sparks strong responses” by Richard Piatt (KSL) ”Political analysts say states are forced to come up with their own solutions to illegal immigration, a problem that is more than states can handle. ‘Some of these issues require a federal fix, ultimately, and the state solutions may make things worse before they make them better,’ said Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

August 11, 2010: KSL Radio News interviewed Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, about the immigration debate.

August 9, 2010: “Hinckley Institute Presents the 2010 G8/G20 Magazine” (Utah Pulse.com) ”The Hinckley Institute of Politics is pleased to present you the online 2010 G8/G20 Summit Magazine. In partnership with CAT Company Inc., this publication was created for the G8 Summit held June 25-26 in Muskoka, Canada, and the G20 Summit in Toronto, Canada, on June 26-27. The magazine boasts a robust global readership both online and in print, and was personally distributed to all leaders and delegates present at the summits.”

August 2. 2010: “Mitt Romney, Jon Huntsman Jr. mull Mormon dilemm” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret News) “But Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and a longtime Romney backer, said turning the focus away from religion just makes sense. ‘Everyone knows he’s a Mormon,’ Jowers said.”

August 2, 2010: “2012 could be good election year for LDS politicians” by Nkoyo Iyamba (KSL) ”Huntsman and Romney are both Republican and belong to the LDS faith. University of Utah political analyst Kirk Jowers says religion probably won’t be an issue in 2012 because the media exhausted the topic during the 2008 presidential election. ‘I think Mormonism became an issue mostly because of Huckabee in Iowa,’ says Jowers. “I don’t think that’ll happen again. I don’t think that’ll be a determining factor.’”

August 1, 2010: “Campus All-Stars: Achievements of U of U Faculty, Staff, Students, and More ” (University of Utah Alumni Associate E-Newsletter)“University of Utah students Emily Dunn and Peter Ott were among six interns working this summer in the Washington, D.C., office of Sen. Bob Bennett (R-Utah). Dunn is from Salt Lake City and is currently in her junior year at the U, majoring in political science and economics. She is the director of the ASUU Government Relations Board, and serves on a variety of other boards, including the Hinckley Journal of Politics Board. She has been on the dean’s list every semester and plans to pursue a joint law and masters in public policy degree. Ott, of Holladay, Utah, is a junior at the U, majoring in political science and Spanish. He is a recipient of the U of U Presidential Scholarship and National Merit Scholarship, and is a member of the Phi Kappa Phi Honors Society. He hopes to go on to law school.

July 31, 2010: “Rolly: Republican woman say voices not being heard ” by Paul Rolly (Salt Lake Tribune) ”Hawkes, too, said the open primary is intriguing, but she agrees with Hinckley Institute of Politics director Kirk Jowers that such a profound change might not be possible in Utah. An alternative would be to lower the threshold for making it to the primary to 20 percent of the delegate vote. Right now, a candidate who gets 60 percent of the delegate vote would be able to eliminate a primary altogether.

July 27, 2010: “WVC mayor’s EnergySolutions ad stirs up ethics question” by Jeremiah Stettler (Deseret News) ”Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, was less critical of Winder’s involvement in the advertisement. Part-time public officials are bound to encounter conflicts of interest with their private-sector lives. The question is how they deal with them. ‘It is a fair question whether elected officials should be involved in any company’s advertising campaign, he said. But once you get past that hurdle, the fact that Mayor Winder disclosed his personal financial interest in the company would mitigate my ethical concerns.’

July 23, 2010:Energy Solutions reworks public image with new TV spots” by Scott McKane (Fox 13) ”Political analyst Kirk Jowers says Italian waste was the proverbial ’800 Pound gorilla in the room’ that prevented the company from effectively explaining who they are and what they do. He says the decision to drop that effort should serve Energy Solutions well in the long run.”

July 21, 2010: “How big a factor will immigration be this election year?” by Richard Piatt (KSL) ”As a voting block Hispanics are important, but not yet a critical force in Utah politics. The Hinckley Institute’s Kirk Jowers says that day is coming. Even with all the illegal immigration issues in the news lately, campaigns are focusing on what’s most on voters’ minds: primarily, the economy. ‘The immigration debate will probably not have a huge impact on 2010 elections, peripherally,’ Jowers said. ‘It’s still economy, education and some other issues.’”

July 21, 2010: “Obama administration considering Utah Republican for U.S. attorney” by Dennis Romboy (Deseret News) ”Kirk Jowers, director of theHinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, said Burns’ consideration ‘dsn’t seem to make a lot of sense.’ He said it appears the Obama administration will get a ‘nice, quick’ headline that it is considering a Republican for U.S. attorney in Utah, but in the end, Burns will not be a serious contender.”

July 14, 2010: “Future Leaders of China Complete MPA Program at University of Utah” (Global Utah Weekly) ”The first Hinckley Institute of Politicsinterns traveled to Haikou City, Hainan in fall 2010 and spring 2011. In addition to working, the interns took courses in Chinese language and history. The first two undergraduate exchange students from Hainan were at the University of Utah in 2009-10.”

July 12, 2010: “Unity Party of Utah” by Eric Perterson (City Weekly) ”Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Center for Politics at the University of Utah, says most Americans aren’t ready for a new party, however. ‘The public feels that partisanship has prevailed over problem-solving,’ Jowers writes via e-mail of the current political climate. Unfortunately for the Unity Party, however, the public ds not seem to want another party, just better candidates.’”

July 7, 2010: “Utah Rep. Stephen Sandstrom plans to continue with immigration bill” by Joseph Dougherty (Deseret News) ”But the head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, Kirk Jowers, said it might be better to wait on any new legislation until the case is settled.
‘It would be irresponsible with our state funds to press forward on similar legislation while the courts were still deciding its constitutionality,’ said Jowers, who also serves as an adviser to Gov. Gary Herbert.” See also at Center for Immigration Studies.

July 6, 2010: “Is nasty out of style?” by Glen Warchol (Salt Lake Crawler) ”Hinckley Institute director Kirk Jowers explains: ‘Unless you have some kind of a scandal or issue that is a total game changer, but if everything stays the same, there aren’t a lot of great races right now.’”

J uly 5, 2010: “When will Utah political races heat up?” by Ricahrd Piatt (KSL) “The Hinckley Institute’s Kirk Jowers voiced what a lot of political insiders are thinking this year: He says those races are ‘in the can.’ ‘Unless you have some kind of a scandal or issue that is a total game changer, but if everything stays the same, there aren’t a lot of great races right now,’ he said.

July 4, 2010: “Utah Senators Orrin Hatch & Bob Bennett won’t support Supreme Court nominee Elena Kagan ” by Lisa Von App (Salt Lake City Page One Examiner) ”Kirk Jowers, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah commended Hatch’s diligence in reviewing Kagan’s record. ‘Senator Hatch takes his judicial committee responsibilities more seriously than anybody I know,’ Jowers told the Deseret News.”

July 3, 2010: “Hatch to vote ˜no’ on Kagan” by Thomas Burr (Salt Lake Tribune) “But after state GOP delegates derailed the election of his Senate colleague, Bob Bennett, the decision of whether to back or oppose Kagan had to be part of Hatch’s political calculation, says Kirk Jowers, the director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

July 3, 2010: “Sens. Orrin Hatch, Bob Bennett say they will vote against Elena Kagan” by Joseph Dougherty (Deseret News) ” Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, said Hatch was diligent in his review. ‘Senator Hatch takes his judicial committee responsibilities more seriously than anybody I know.’ Hatch has worked as an attorney and has served as chairman of the Senate Judiciary Committee, and his participation in judicial confirmations has been an integral part of service in the Senate, Jowers said.”

July 2, 2010: “Some question whether Hatch is ˜pandering to extreme right’” by Richard Piatt (KSL) ”‘I think there’s no question Senator Hatch is going to emphasize the further right issues right now,’ says Kirk Jowers with the Hinckley Institute of Politics. ‘I think the convention was a huge wake-up call for him.’”

July 1, 2010: “Sen. Orrin Hatch not ready to cast vote on Elena Kagan” by Joseph Dougherty (Deseret News) ”Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, said Hatch has a politically difficult vote. Republican delegates could use a perceived failure to espouse those issues as justification for tossing out a candidate, Jowers said.”

June 28, 2010: “Democratic candidate proud of run against sitting congressman” by Richard Piatt (KSL) ”For a campaign that started with a Craigslist ad at the beginning of the year, that result isn’t too shabby — that’s according to Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah. ‘Jim Matheson is one of the most popular politicians in our state, if not the most popular, as far as favorability. And so to take any percentage from him is a real accomplishment,’ Jowers says.”

June 28, 2010: KSL Radio’s Afternoon News with Scott and Maria interviewed Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers regarding the United State Supreme Court Justice nominee Elena Kagan’s Senate confirmation hearings.

June 25, 2010: “Through the Years” Continuum, Magazine of the University of Utah: Hinckley Intern, Jordan Breighner, was highlighted for his current position working with the Department of Homeland Security in Washington, D.C., a carreer path that came to fruition through his Hinckley Intern on the Obama campaign.

June 25, 2010: “Accolades” Continuum, Magazine of the University of Utah: Hinckley Intern, Cody Rogers, was featured in this summer’s 2010 Continuum for having received the Truman Scholarship.

June 24, 2010: “Ds Mike Lee’s GOP Senate primary win signal another Utah political dynasty?” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret News) ”Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, agreed the last-minute push made the difference in a primary where voter participation hovered around 13 percent. ‘When you have such a small turnout, a great ground game is critical, and Mike had it, partly due to his own efforts and partly due to the groups than endorsed him and lent their volunteers to his effort,’ Jowers said.”

June 23, 2010: “Granato, Lee looking ahead to November Senate election” by Richard Piatt (KSL) “Kirk Jowers with the Hinckley Institute of Politicssaid, ‘It looks like a cakewalk at the moment for Mike Lee into the U.S. Senate.’”

June 22, 2010: “Utah’s way of picking candidates robs voters” by Hinckley Insitute Poltics Director, Kirk Jowers (Salt Lake Tribune).

June 22, 2010: Hinckley Institute of Politics Director, Kirk Jowers, appeared live in studio on Fox13′s Good Day Utah to discuss the Utah primary races.

June 21, 2010: Hinckley Institute of Politics Director, Kirk Jowers, appeared live in studio on KSL Radio’s “The Doug Wright Show” to discuss the Utah primary races and the incredible growth and success of the Hinckley Institute’s international internship program.

June 21, 2010: Hinckley Institute of Politics Director, Kirk Jowers, was interviewed by ABC Channel 4 News’ Chris Vanocur regarding the upcoming Utah primary races.

June 21, 2010: Hinckley Institute of Politics Director, Kirk Jowers, was interviewed by Fox 13 News’ Arrika Von regarding the upcoming Utah primary races.

June 19, 2010: “Money or Might: What Will Define U.S.-China Relations?” by Danny Houpt (Diplomatic Courier) ”Hinckley Intern, was published in Volume 4, Issue 3 of the Summer 2010 Diplomatic Courier.”

June 2, 2010: “Some candidates campaigning as ‘real’ Republicans” by Richard Piatt (KSL) ”But those groups–sometimes overlapping with the ‘Tea Party Movement’ and Club for Growth–are credited with eliminating Sen. Bob Bennett last month. The influence of those groups is creating concern–enough that dozens of prominent Republicans attended a meeting at Salt Lake’s Alta Club. The group wants to save the Republican party from the extreme right.
Kirk Jowers, with the Hinckley Institute of Politics, is one of the people who was there. ‘That’s the exact problem with the Republican party right now, is this civil war of trying to shrink the tent, beyond any hope of being a governing party,’ Jowers said. “

May 26, 2010: “Matheson votes for repeal of ‘don’t ask, don’t tell’” by Richard Piatt (KSL) ”Kirk Jowers, the director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, explains, ‘The significance of this vote for Claudia Wright is that Democrats will look at it as Matheson will vote for us at least some of the time. If a Republican beats his challenger, we may never get one of these votes.’”

May, 25, 2010: Unbounded, the University of Utah’s new international magazine features an article highlighting Hinkcley Institute of Politics interns in Mexico. “The internships completed by Solorzano and Chavez were a fulfilment for Presidnets Michael Young’s goal to make this a more international institution, said Courtney McBeth, international internship advisor for the Hinckley Institute of Politics. ‘For them (Solorzano and Chavez) it was particularly rewarding to return to their home country and to have firsthand experience in the top lobbying and economic organziations and experience the dynamic relationship between the United States and Mexico’, she says.”

May 21, 2010: “Realtor donations to Governor Herbert reach $100K” by Brock Vergakis (AP) “Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, was surprised by how much money Herbert had received from a single group, and said it carries some political risk. ‘Even a completely honest, legitimate huge contribution ds two things. One, it makes normal
citizens and contributors feel disempowered and disinterested because they don’t feel like their voice could ever be heard with that big of a contribution, and two, it makes people imagine the worst of the relationship between the contributors and the elected official,’ said Jowers, who chaired a state
commission that unsuccessfully recommended the state’s first campaign limits.” See article: ABC4, KSL, Bloomberg Businessweek, ONN.TV, Standard Examiner, The Examiner.

May 21, 2010: KCPW News spoke with Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, regarding the impact of the nuclear underground testing issue on Utah’s United States Senate race.

May 20, 2010: “US Sen. Bennett will not pursue a write-in campaign” by Richard Piatt and Sheryl Worsley (KSL) ”‘He is a very powerful force in D.C. right now,’ said Kirk Jowers with the Hinckley Institute of Politics. ‘He still has an important vote, and he would give the OK in D.C. to a lot of moneyed interests on which candidate to support.’”

May 18, 2010: “Will incumbents survive primaries?” by Paul Nelson (KSL) “Hinckley Institute of Politics Director Kirk Jowers says, “There’s no problem for [Jason] Chaffetz and [Rob] Bishop and even with Gary Herbert.”

May 15, 2010: “Herbert calls off special session, puts off immigration discussion” by Lisa Riley Roach (Deseret News) ”It looked like there was no upside and a very real potential of a downside, so why even go there?” said Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and an adviser to Herbert.”

May 10, 2010: “Republican candidates begin primary fight for Senate seat” by Richard Piatt (KSL) ”The Hinckley Institute’s Kirk Jowers predicts a hard fought campaign. ‘The main difference you will see is that Mike Lee is a an attorney, Bridgewater is a businessman,” Jowers said. “They will make a
lot of extrapolations from that single point.’”

May 10, 2010: “Conservtive insurgents shake up Utah incumbent” by Kathy Kiely (USA TODAY) “The most serious of Bennett’s seven GOP challengers, according to Kirk Jowers of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics: Mike Lee, a former clerk for Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito; Tim Bridgewater, a businessman and local Republican activist, and Cherilyn Eagar, a marketing executive and conservative activist.” See article also on First Coast News.

May 9, 2010: “Sam Granato’s Confidence” by Rob Miller (The Utah Amicus) ”Why is Kirk Jowers with the Hinckley Institute of Politics attempting to disenfranchise Utah voters?”

May 9, 2010: Battle for Bennett’s Senate seat begins by John Hollenhorst (KSL) ”Kirk Jowers with the Hinckley Institute of Politics said, ‘Our country’s going through a hard time economically. We see these problems mounting and no solutions. So people want to get rid of the incumbents.’”

May 7, 2010: “Huntsman says open primary could be way to engage voters” by Robert Gehrke (The Salt Lake Tribune) ”In 2008, Huntsman created aCommission to Strengthen Democracy after Utah had the lowest rate of voter turnout in the nation in the 2006 and 2008 elections. He asked members to consider changing Utah’s convention system and other ethics and election reforms.”

May 7 , 2010: “Huntsman speaks, hijinks in the Senate campaign, and a look at the Dems convention battles” by Matt Canham (Polical Cornflakes)“University of Utah political scientist Kirk Jowers’ birthday is tomorrow and he’ll celebrate by babysitting while his wife, Kristen, attends the GOP convention. She’s a delegate.”

May 7, 2010: April 26, 2010: Hinckley Institute of Politics Director, Kirk Jowers, appeared on Fox News to discuss the Utah Senate Race and the possibility of Senator Bennett loosing his seat at the Republican State Convention.

May 7, 2010: “Will Tea Partyers Quash Bennett’s Re-Election Bid?” by Alex Altman (TIME) “Utah has the highest barrier for entry onto a ballot of any state in the country,” says Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah. “So the incentives are all toward kissing up to very, very few people.”

May 7, 2010: “Conservative insurgents shake up Utah incumbent ” by Kathy Kiely (USA TODAY) ”The most serious of Bennett’s seven GOP challengers, according to Kirk Jowers of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics: Mike Lee, a former clerk for Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito; Tim Bridgewater, a businessman and local Republican activist, and Cherilyn Eagar, a marketing executive and conservative activist.”

May 7 , 2010: “Voters, not delegates, should choose candidates” by Bob Bernick (Deseret News) “A Deseret News poll of both parties’ delegates and registered voters shows that GOP delegates are more conservative than Republican voters; Democratic delegates more liberal than any other class of voters. The survey, also sponsored by KSL-TV, the Utah Foundation and the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, highlights what local political observers have pointed out for years: In order to win your party’s nomination in convention, you probably have to be at the extreme end of the political scale. And in a real two-party system ” where no one party totally dominates the other ” that can lead to gridlock.”

May 7, 2010: “Leavitt: Senate Seniority is Important ” (Utah Policy) ”In a special report for Utah Policy Daily, Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, interviewed Michael O. Leavitt, former Utah governor and secretary of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. . . .
Jowers: One final question. What advice would you give to students who are interested in public service? How should they prepare and what will give them the best chance of succeeding?
Leavitt: Great question. My interest started in the world of observation as I watched my father in the Utah Legislature. That led to the world of involvement as I helped with several campaigns, including Ronald Reagan’s. Ultimately, I developed an interest and willingness to seek public office. As I look back I’m reminded of the privilege that is public service. There is no question that government service is a trust between the governed and those who govern. It is demanding, complex and rewarding ¦ all at the same time. Mostly, it is great honor for which I thank the people of Utah for affording me. I would tell students that there is no secret sauce for their preparation or success in the public realm. Students should follow their interests, get involved, speak out, learn from others, find mentors, work hard and stay at it. I have no doubt that Utah will be better because of their involvement and I commend the Hinckley Institute and you for encouraging them along the way.”

May 7, 2010: “Bennett Could Be First Casualty Of Changing National Mood” by Kyle Trygstad (Real Clear Politics) ”Utah has the most exciting Senate race in the country, and less than 1 percent get to vote in it,” said Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah. “Republican voters in general are not that upset with Sen. Bennett. He would probably win the primary handily and the general election by 30 or 40 points.”

May 7, 2010: “Incumbency encumbers Utah senator” by Valerie Richardson (Washington Times) ”For the past year, Sen. Bennett has been in the middle of a circular firing squad by the other seven Republican candidates and the Club for Growth,” said Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah. “It’s just hitting Bennett on all sides.” See article also on NewsMax.

May 5, 2010: “Ds Utah caucus system shortchange women?” by Arthur Raymond and Lisa Riley Roche ”First-time GOP delegate Kristen Jowers said . . . she feels responsible for representing the views of those in her precinct who don’t have a vote at the state convention. . . . Her husband, University of Utah Hinckley Institute of Politics director Kirk Jowers, said the low number of women delegates demonstrates how the caucus system fails to represent Utah voters.”

May 5, 2010: Many factors may play a role in lack of women in Utah politics by Bob Bernick Jr. ”While the varying winds of Republican and Democratic dogma that blow through the state play a role in who represents voters in Utah, other factors affect the role of gender in the Utah political system. A recent Dan Jones & Associates survey [conducted for KSL and the Deseret News, in partnership with the Utah Foundation and the Hinckley Institute of Politics] shows that about the same percentage of Utah men and women consider themselves “strong Republicans.”

May 5, 2010: -May 5, 2010: - Kirk Jowers, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics was interviewed on Utah Public Radio about Utah’s convention system. “Well, you hit on two important things with that question, one is we have a very interesting senate race. I just yesterday did a half hour interview with Fox National News and have had calls from the Guardian in the UK, New York Times, Washington Post, Washington Times; I mean all over the country and even [media organizations] internationally are interested in our senate race. The other part of that [interest] is, you wondered how many Utahns are really engaged and that is because Utah has a very unique system. A system which puts everything into these neighborhood caucuses and conventions and kind of excludes most Utahns. So 3,500 people have a very important job, they are getting hundreds of pieces of mail, but the rest of the 2.8 million Utahns are getting almost nothing.”

May 4, 2010: “GOP convention agenda includes two anti-Bennett items” by Bob Bernick (Deseret News) ”But various scenarios by pollster Dan Jones & Associates compiled from the survey, which was also sponsored by the Utah Foundation and Hinckley Institute of Politics, found that Bennett will be hard pressed to get that 40 percent support.”

May 4, 2010: “Poll shows majority of Utah GOP delegates support tea party movement” by Bob Bernick (Deseret News) ”A Dan Jones & Associates poll, also sponsored by the Utah Foundation and the University of Utah’s
Hinckley Instute of Politics, found that 55 percent of the GOP delegates strongly or somewhat agree with the tea party and 9/12 groups’ stands on small federal government and a return to states’ rights.”

May 3, 2010: “Corroon announces Rep. Allen as his running mate” by Richard Piatt (KSL) ”Allen has a reputation as a moderate — some say liberal — Republican. The Hinckley Institute’s Kirk Jowers says that makes her appeal “iffy.’ ‘The reality is somewhat difficult because, what ds it do to your Democratic supporters, and ds it really bring over any moderate and independent Republicans?’ Jowers said.”

May 3, 2010: “Corroon picks Republican Sheryl Allen as running mate in Utah gubernatorial race” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret News) ”Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and an adviser to Herbert,
wasn’t so sure Corroon’s choice of Allen will have lasting impact. ‘Choosing a Republican is immediately interesting and seems in theory like a good idea for a party that is struggling so much, but in reality, I don’t think Rep. Allen was the home run he was looking for,’ Jowers said.”

May 3, 2010: Kirk Jowers was interviewed by Whitney Evans on KCPW about Corroon picking a republican running mate “Kirk Jowers is the Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, Jowers says in theory Utahns want bipartisanship but in reality they are divided by party lines and most of them lean to the right. ‘A nice, safe, democratic pick was not going to help him. There is certainly a very natural lean in Utah for the republican candidate with around 19 points right now, so he needed something to shake it up. I don’t think this pick shakes it up enough to get him there and i don’t see where it will add additional fundraising ability, so I don’t think it will necessarily help him overcome these great odds.’”

May 2, 2010: “Is it time for Utah to drop the delegate system?” by Frank Pignanelli and LaVar Webb (Deseret News) ”Hinckley Institute of Politicsdirector Kirk Jowers offers a creative solution: In pursuit of ethical reform, prohibit candidates from feeding and entertaining delegates. This underscores another maxim: Removing freebies fosters real change.”

May 2, 2010: “Poll finds Utahns don’t want candidates eliminated at convention” by Bob Bernick (Deseret News) ”Other political observers, like University of Utah Hinckley Institute of Politics director Kirk Jowers, say it is clear that Utah’s caucus-convention-primary system produces candidates on the extreme ” more conservative Republicans, more liberal Democrats.”

May 2, 2010: “A political system out of touch with the public” (Deseret News) “Sadly, however, it is not representative of the state at-large. Women, in particular, are largely left out of the process. A recent Dan Jones & Associates poll for the Deseret News/KSL in conjunction with the Hinckley Institutefound that women make up 55 percent of Republican voters in the state, but they
comprise only 25 percent of the delegates to next Saturday’s Republican state convention. On the Democrats’ side, women are 60 percent of voters and only 43 percent of the delegates.”

May 2, 2010: “Poll: Utah republican delegates conservative, democratic delegates liberal” by Alison Peek (Examiner.com) ”Utah’s polarized politics are made even more extreme by our system of mass meetings and delegates. According to a poll Dan Jones and Associates for The Deseret News, KSL-TV, the Utah Foundation, and the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University
of Utah, party delegates are more conservative and more liberal than the voters they represent.”

April 30, 2010: “Lack of 2-party process creates political imbalance” by Bob Bernick Jr. (Deseret News) ”But the survey of state Republican delegates, by Dan Jones & Associates for the Deseret News, KSL-TV, the Utah Foundation and the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, is still striking.”

April 27, 2010: “Poll: Women under-represented in Utah politics” by John Daley (KSL News) ”‘One, is the fact that [women] are left out of an insider’s game; two, which flows from that, is that 86 percent of Republican delegates have been here more than 20 years, so they keep coming back,’ says Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah.”

April 27, 2010: “Is Utah’s candidate selection system broken?” by Robert Gehrke (The Salt Lake Tribune) ”‘It’s a political boss system,’ Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, said during a forum Tuesday. ‘Very few [insiders] can decide without the annoyance of all these people getting in the way.’ No other state makes it so difficult for a candidate to make it to a primary, Jowers said. “

April 27, 2010: “University of Utah forum discusses whether delegates represent Utah’s voters” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret News) ”Hinckley Institutedirector Kirk Jowers said such findings, as well as the state’s low voter turnout, show why the current caucus system needs to be changed. Jowers said the survey showed that women are ‘severely under-represented’ among delegates, who are chosen at neighborhood party caucus meetings and determine at state conventions whether there will be a party primary open to eligible voters.”

April 26, 2010: Hinckley Institute of Politics Director, Kirk Jowers, appeared in studio on KSL Radio’s “The Doug Wright Show” to discuss the new KSL, Deseret News, Utah Foundation, and Hinckley Institute survey results and whether Romney will be enough to get Senator Bennett to a primary.

April 25, 2010: “Poll finds Sen. Bennett in trouble with own party” by Richard Piatt (KSL News) ” Seven Republicans are trying to grab the party’s nomination at a state GOP convention. With two weeks left, there is plenty of time for things to shift. The question is, will that happen, or is Bennett in his final year in the U.S. Senate? The study was also done in a partnership with the Utah Foundation and the Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

April 25, 2010: “Utah’s political system- is it fair?” by Bruce Lindsay (Sunday Edition – KSL News) Utah’s political conventions are just weeks away. Delegates elected in caucus meetings will choose who is on the ballot, but do they represent their party’s grass roots? And is Utah’s hybrid system of selecting candidates fair? These topics are explored on Sunday Edition with guests Randy Shumway from Dan Jones and Associates, the director of theHinckley Institute of Politics, Kirk Jowers, and consultant and founder of the Exoro Group, LaVarr Webb.

April 25, 2010: “Bennett, Matheson feeling some party backlash in Utah” by Bob Bernick Jr. and Arthur Raymond (Deseret News) “Van Orden’s assertion is backed by findings of a new Deseret News and KSL TV poll, run in conjunction with the Utah Foundation and University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

April 24, 2010: “Poll shows Sen. Bob Bennett in trouble with Utah GOP delegates” by Bob Bernick Jr. (Deseret News) ”Kirk Jowers, head of theHinckley Institute, said that even though the poll numbers look bad for Bennett, he has life. ‘It’s a narrow path for Bennett in the convention,’ said Jowers. ‘But now that Bennett is meeting full time with delegates person-to-person, and with Mitt Romney speaking for him and nominating him, I believe Bennett will make it to a primary.’”

April 23, 2010: “Questionnaires show differences among Utah’s U.S. Senate
candidates” by Lee Davidson (Deseret News) ”That’s according to their answers to a questionnaire sent jointly by the Deseret News, KSL, the Utah Foundation and the Hinckley Institute of Politics. Full answers are now available by clicking here.”

April 23, 2010: “Utah’s Sen. Bennett up against 7 challengers” by Valerie Richardson (The Washington TImes) ”‘Utah’s election system is pretty unique. Bennett is the likely choice of most voters, but with our convention system, he’s in trouble,’ said Hinckley Director Kirk Jowers. ‘At the moment, it’s a narrow gate for Sen. Bennett to make it onto the primary ballot.’”

April 23, 2010: “The Delegates: Still Undecided” by Thomas Burr (Political Cornflakes) ”Kristen loves to joke with her husband that she is the only elected official in their home, a point that should make Kirk Jowers, the head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and the state’s oft-quoted man, a tad jealous. But while Kirk is waxing philosophically about the Senate race, Kristen is doing her research into which candidate she will back on May 8 at the state convention.”

April 23, 2010: “U of U Awards First-Ever Mormon Studies Fellowship” (Media Newswire) ”The first of its kind in the nation, the fellowship provides a doctoral student funds to spend a year researching the history, beliefs and culture of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS) and its members. It was established with a grant from the George S. and Dolores DorÃ© Eccles Foundation.” Kirk Jowers, director of the U’s Hinckley Institute of Politics sits on the steering comittee.

Aprl 22, 2010: “Utah ethics battle could be headed to courts” by John Dailey (KSL) “Both sides are passionate about either having it on or having it off, and the problem is that there are good arguments on both sides –
which makes it an interesting story and more interesting legal case, potentially,” says Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of
Politics at the University of Utah.”

April 20, 2010: “Mitt Romney edorses Bennett in re-election bid” (Fox 13)
Kirk Jowers, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics said of Mitt Romeny endorsing Senator Bennett, “A relatively popular incumbent in the state may not even get on the ballot. Tim Bridgewater has run an excellent camapign a very grassroots, retail oriented and has connected. MIke Lee has reached out to certain groups and gotten key endorsements and volunteersn through that outreach. The most important thing that Romeny will do for Senator Bennett is it will make these delegates reconsider one more time.”

April 14, 2010: “ABD’de demokrasi karÅŸÄ±tlarÄ± artÄ±yor” (TIMETURK) ”Utah Hinckley Politika EnstitÃ¼sÃ¼ profesÃ¶rlerinden Kirk Jowers, Salt Lake Tribune gazetesine verdiÄŸi demeÃ§te, ˜’ABD toplumu iÃ§inde demokrasiden hazzetmeyen bir unsurun bÃ¼yÃ¼dÃ¼ÄŸÃ¼ne” dikkat Ã§ekti. ABD’nin AnayasasÄ±nda Cumhuriyet olarak tanÄ±mlanmasÄ±na raÄŸmen Ã¼lkenin her iki partisinin de sÄ±klÄ±kla Ã¼lkenin bir demokrasi olduÄŸu vurgusu yaptÄ±ÄŸÄ±nÄ± sÃ¶yleyen Jowers, ˜’Ancak Ã¶yle gÃ¶rÃ¼nÃ¼yor ki toplumun bir kesimi sadece bu kelimeden korkmuyor, demokratikleÅŸmeyi durdurulmasÄ± gereken bir hareket olarak gÃ¶rÃ¼yorlar” yorumunda bulunuyor.

April 18, 2010: “Expect Race for Utah Governor to Start Sizzling” (Deseret News) Former Hinckley Institute of Politics employee – Donald Dunn currently campaign manager for Peter Corroon and former Hinckley intern – Brian Maxwell working for Governor Herbert as his deputy campaing manager.

April 16, 2010: “Thoughts on the senate race so far” by Ryan Frandsen (LobbyMe) ”For me the most interesting sentence in the whole article is the last from Kirk Jowers director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics: “The bigger problem for candidates like Eagar and Lee is that their message has been so tailored to the far right that it may not appeal to mainstream Republicans.”

April 16, 2010: “Initiative uncertainty, UTA apologizes, Hatch wants more porn prosecutions” by Matt Canham (Political Cornflakes) ”Bennett still has $1 million to combat what the U.’s Kirk Jowers called a “circular firing squad” of campaign opponents and outside groups that don’t like him ” and that’s after he has outspent his challengers 20 to 1.”

April 15, 2010: “Bennett spends 20 times more than opponents” by Robert Gehrke (The Salt Lake Tribune) ” Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, agrees that the outside spending has forced Bennett to respond, and notes that the senator has been the target for a group of seven Republican challengers. ‘They’ve had a circular firing squad for some time and more importantly the Club For Growth and other outside interests have intruded and spent enormous amounts of money trying to tear him down and it simply costs more money to defend yourself than it ds to tear someone down,’ said Jowers, who is a campaign finance expert.”

April 14, 2010: “Speaker decries nuclear armament in Hinckley forum” by James Lowe (Utah Daily Chronicle) ”Lerager, a photo documentarian and author whose works have centered specifically on the dangerous state of the world’s past and present nuclear armament, spoke Wednesday to a packed room at the Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

April 13, 2010: “˜Morning J’ discusses media bias” by Trent Lowe (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”Two conservatives who work for a liberal news network offered laughs and commentary Thursday for those gathered at the U’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

April 13, 2010: “LOYAL DISSENTER: We should move toward direct democracy” by Sally Schilling (Aztec Daily) There seems to be a segment of the population who is worried not just about being technically precise on these words … but somehow interprets a move to democracy as some type of a progressive movement that needs to be stopped, Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, said.

April 9, 2010: “Weekend 5k will benefit homeless” by Michael McFall (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”The need for the donations is even greater than it was at last year’s race. In the past 12 months, the Salt Lake Valley’s homeless population doubled from about 4,000 to 8,000, according to panelists from The Road Home and homelessness charities at a Hinckley Institute of Politics forum earlier this year.”

April 8, 2010: “Davis Dems, GOP to hold nominating conventions Saturday” by Dan Weist (Standard-Examiner Davis Bureau) ”Space for more than 30 booths, including for the advocacy group Club for Growth and The Hinckley Institute of Politics from the University of Utah, has been requested for the event.”

April 8, 2010: “Loan reform lightens burden for students” by Michael McFall (Utah Daily Chronicle) ”Savage joined several students from three colleges at the Hinckley Institute of Politics on Wednesday to get the word out about student loan reform through a press conference by Organizing for America, an organizing group for the Democratic Party.”

April 8, 2010: “China becoming rising threat to US power, Hinckley
speaker says” by Mohammad Allam (Utah Daily Chronicle) ”Robert Ross, a professor of political science at Boston College, spoke Tuesday at theHinckley Institute onThe Rise of China. Citing China’s economic and military growth, as well as its growing independence from the United States, Ross spoke to about 100 U students about China becoming a world power and balancing the global political climate.”

April 7, 2010: “TV, radio host Scarborough to come to Hinckley Institute” by Michael McFall (Utah Dailey Chronicle) ”J Scarborough, host of MSNBC’s ‘Morning J’ and syndicated radio program ‘The J Scarborough Show’
will be at the Hinckley Institute of Politics tomorrow at noon.”

April 7, 2010: “Student loan reform could make college education more accessible” by Wendy Leonard (The Deseret News) ”‘And I was working as a skilled laborer, working on machines, making fairly good money,’ he said
Wednesday during a press conference hosted by college democrat clubs from across the state, held at the U.’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. ‘But it was a struggle to keep up.’”

April 6, 2010: “University of Utah student wins prestigious Truman scholarship” by Wendy Leonard (The Deseret News) ”‘This is both an extraordinary honor and a remarkable tribute to the accomplishments of Cody Rogers and the Hinckley Institute of Politics,’ said U. President Michael K. Young.”

April 6, 2010: “Building national image could help Gov. Herbert in re-election bid” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret News) ”Kirk Jowers, head of the U.’sHinckley Institute of Politics and a member of the governor’s advisory team, also noted the benefit to Herbert’s campaign. ‘Gov. Herbert has been largely freed from any convention or primary concerns, and for the general election, it can’t hurt to enhance his stature in any way he can,’ Jowers said.”

April 5, 2010: “As graduation looms, unemployment rises” by Jamie Bowen (Utah Daily Chronicle) ”‘President (Barack) Obama came into office with an established agenda that was too broad,’ said Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics. ‘The number one focus should have been on the recession, but he spent his time on health care and other issues, and he has not put enough attention on providing a better job outlook.’”

April 2, 2010: “U junior selected for Truman scholarship” by Jake Hibbard (Utah Daily Chronicle) ”‘No one deserved it more,’ said Kirk Jowers, director of
the Hinckley Institute of Politics. Jowers, who was named a Truman Scholar in 1990, said one of his goals when he took over the institute was to get U students winning the award again.”

April 2, 2010: “Another U. student wins Truman award” by Brian Maffly (The Salt Lake Tribune) ” Hinckley director Kirk Jowers, himself a 1990 Truman scholar, praised Cody’s work ethic and commitment to civic engagement. ‘Cody may be the most prepared applicant we have ever had. He spent hundreds of hours on his proposal and his research behind it,’ Jowers said. ‘He has a deep belief in what we pursue at the institute, which is participation.’”

April 1, 2010: “Utah County parents protest schools’ promotion of ‘democracy’” by Rosemary Winters (The Salt Lake Tribune) ”The term ‘democracy’ is commonly used to refer to American society and the power of the people to participate in government, including through votes on ballot measures and representatives, said Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. ‘Technically the United States is a constitutional republic,’ he said. ‘However, leaders from both [political] parties have often referred to us as a democracy.’”

March 31, 2010: “New Chronicle editor in chief named” by Trent Lowe (The Daily Utah Chronicle) ”Five applicants were considered for the position, but the majority of council members voted for Copeland, whom they saw as experienced and the best choice, said Rochelle McConkie, council vice chairwoman and former Chronicle news editor. We thought that, even though Sara is a relatively young candidate, she had the enthusiasm and drive that would carry The Chronicle forward, McConkie said. She had a lot of poise, she was very mature and displayed great leadership qualities.

March 30, 2010: “Matheson: congress needs attitude adjustment” by Alison Peek (Examiner.com) ”Mr. Matheson spoke at a Forum of the Hinckley Institute, a bipartisan institute that promotes a better understanding of and appreciation for politics and the political process.”

March 30, 2010: “Bookstore expects big crowds for Sean Hannity book signing” by Candice Gale (Fox 13 News) ”A lot of books will go out while he’s here, it generates press so even more books will sell. It’s a tried and true strategy.” said Kirk Jowers, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics when being interviewed on Hannity’s book signing.

March 30, 2010: KSL Radio’s Afternoon News with Scott and Maria interviewed Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers regarding the impact and importance of grassroots movements such as the Tea Party.

March 30, 2010: “Matheson says partisanship needs to be toned down” by Robert Gehrke (The Salt Lake Tribune) ”‘Reform means you’re probably going to have to upset the status quo and when you upset the status quo you’re going
to have to take on some powerful interests and I’m not sure this legislation ds that,’ he said Monday during a forum at the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah.”

March 29, 2010: “The new picture of health” by Michael McFall (The Daily Utah Chornicle) ” The Democrats also became too inclusive, shutting out Republicans in favor of pushing the bill as a means to save Obama’s credibility instead of consulting the other party for a consensus, said Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics and a Republican. In particular, Jowers said he wonders why Obama did not consult former Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney, who implemented health care reform in his state a few years ago.

March 29, 2010: “Matheson decries partisanship at Hinckley forum” by Michael McFall (The Daily Utah Chronicle) ”The congressman, addressing a room of at least 50 students in the Hinckley Institute of Politics on Monday, criticized fervent rhetoric from politicians around the debate as unproductive.”

March 29, 2010: “Timeline: History of health reform” (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”The Future: Obama and Democrats will sell the reform to the American people, while some Republicans push to repeal it. Source: The Associated Press and Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

March 29, 2010: “Rep. Jim Matheson: Bipartisan work needed to fix health care” by Lee Davidson (Deseret News) ”‘Whver is in the majority needs to be a little more inclusive, and the minority needs to be more constructive,’ he told the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah.”

March 26, 2010: “Some Romney Books Signed By Autopen” by Brian Mullahy (2 News) ”‘I can’t tell the difference between an autosign or not,’ saidHinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers. ‘So if he can, then I’m happy to have him look through some of our other books, and if he likes it better than another signature, he can take it.’”

March 25, 2010: “Study lists Utah’s top 10 issues” by Richard Piatt (KSL 5 News) ”The non-profit organization Utah Foundation released a new study ofUtah’s [P]riorities, taken from a citizen survey. But the issues are already playing a part in the political season — especially in the race for governor.”

March 25, 2010: “Gov. Gary Herbert, Salt Lake County Mayor Peter Corroon speak of state priorities” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret News) ”Krs said the project will continue throughout the campaign season, with debates and forums held at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, as well as additional polling to gauge changes in voter opinions.”

March 25, 2010: “Will RomneyCare Be Liability for Potential GOP Candidate?” by Jeff Robinson (KCPW News) KCPW’s Jeff Robinson spoke withKirk Jowers, longtime Romney supporter and director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics.

March 25, 2010: “Utah Priorities Project poll identifies Utahns’ top election year issues” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret News) ”Jobs and the economy top the list of issues facing the state, according to a new poll that also found many Utahns believe their quality of life is declining. The statewide poll kicks off the Utah Priorities Project . . .”
The Hinckley Institute of Politics is honored to partner with the Utah Foundation, KSL TV and Radio, Dan Jones & Associates, and the Deseret News to create The Utah Priorities Project. This project will feature live and online discussions, forums, candidate debates, and other featured coverage of the issues most important to Utahns. The Utah Priorities Project website serves as a library of information on Utah’s top issues as well as facilitates dialogue about these issues.

March 24, 2010: “Governor’s race heats up over campaign contributions” by John Daley (KSL 5 News) ”‘I don’t know how anyone can say full disclosure ds not include employer and occupation. That is probably the single best way to identify people and make it useful information,’ says Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics. . . . The Governor’s Commission on Strengthening Democracy urged lawmakers to improve state disclosure laws and require candidates to list occupation and employer, but legislation to do that went nowhere in the last legislative session.”

March 22, 2010:”Utah politicos react to Kevin Garn DUI arrest” by Arrika Von (Fox 13 News) ”Everyone will want to see what’s in the back of the closet and this will just feed that frenzy.” said Director Kirk Jowers, of the Hinckley Institute of Politics.

March 22, 2010: “Garn DUI arrest raises concerns on candidate vetting process” by Arrika Von (Fox 13 News) ”It is interesting, I think, for the media and the public because there is still facination with his story because the skeletons once hidden, now tumble out. Everybody wants to see whats in the back of the closet.” said Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics.

March 22, 2010: “Campaigns target delegates in first big test for Senate candidates” by Robert Gehrke (The Salt Lake Tribune) ”‘Often times the most important election day of the year is the caucuses because so many races are determined now and may never get to a primary,’ said Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah.”

March 22, 2010: “Anti-Incumbent Mood Snares Utah Republican” by Howard Berkes (NPR) ”‘Utah has a caucus and convention nominating process that “empowers a very small number of people who are typically to the far right and highly motivated,’ says Kirk Jowers, a Republican and director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah.”

March 21, 2010: “Salt Lake City mayor a frequent flier to D.C.Budget: Becker has gone to D.C. 20 times, but has it paid off?” by Derek P. Jensen (The Salt Lake Tribune) “The number of trips ‘seems high at first glance,’ but the past year has been crucial for Becker to enhance relationships with the new administration and to snare stimulus dollars, according to Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’sHinckley Institute of Politics.”

March 20, 2010: “GOP senatorial candidates play the conservative card
at debate in Kaysville” by Antone Clark (Standard Net Live) “Moderator Kirk Jowers, of the University of Utah Hinckley Institute, said the No. 1 concern for Utahns is the economy. He asked all of the candidates what they would do to ensure financial stability and jobs for Utah.”

March 19, 2010: “Utah Welcomes the hosts of the European Football Championship” (Global Utah) ”…Courtney McBeth, Intern Manager,Hinckley Institute of Politics, to tour the Stadium, the media box, and the players’ locker rooms, to assess the security infrastructure.”

March 19, 2010: “Matheson feeling pressure to decide on health care vote” by John Daley (KSL 5 News) ”‘I think a ˜yes’ vote on health care could cost him his seat. It’s that big a vote. It’s that tangible,’ says Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics.’If he votes ˜no,”Jowers continues, ‘He’ll be re-elected comfortably, and the Democratic convention will be one of the most uncomfortable days of his life.’

March 19, 2010: “Mitt Romney and the mysterious case of two daggers” by Alex Spillius ( Telegraph.co.uk) ”Romney appeared recently in Salt Lake City at an event sponsored by the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute, where a copy of No Apology was included in the $25 ticket price, and 4,0000 people attended.”

March 17, 2010: “ICE candidate showed disrespect for ASUU” by Dave Burt (Utah Daily Chronicle) ”I left the Hinckley Caucus room on Monday after the election debate with a sense of wonderment for next year’s administration. Neither party’s platform was intriguing to me and therefore I will not endorse in this article…”

March 16, 2010: “ICE defends all-arts pass, stipend cuts” by Katie Pratt (Daily Utah Chronicle) “In front of those gathered at the Hinckley Institute of Politics, Cameron King, vice presidential nominee for ICE, began the debate with an overview of the party’s campaign goals.”

March 16, 2010: KSL Radio’s Afternoon News with Scott and Maria interviewed Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers regarding House Democrats’ planned use of the self-executing rule or deem and pass tactic to get health-care through Congress.

March 16, 2010: “Romney attacks Obama plans at Hinckley forum” by Kendal Angell (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”After his remarks, Romney was honored by Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, as a fellow of the organization, an honor held by the likes of former Sen. Ted Kennedy, Vice President J Biden and New York Times columnist Thomas Friedman.”

March 15, 2010: “Legislators discuss 2010 session at U” by Katie Pratt (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”Four members of the Utah Legislature met at the Hinckley Institute of Politics on Friday to discuss the end of the 45-day 2010 Legislative session. Members of the Legislature present included Senate President Michael Waddoups; Sen. Patricia Jones, D-Salt Lake City; Rep. Craig
Frank, R-Cedar Hills; and Rep. David Litvack, D-Salt Lake City.”

March 14, 2010: “Garn’s resignation brings up question of ethics in politics” by Nicole Gonzales (KSL 5 News) ”First it was Sen. Sheldon Killpack, now Rep. Garn. Both Utah legislative leaders resigned over personal problems in the past two months. Dan Jones, a professor at the Hinckley Institute of Politics, says they had no other choice. ‘They know the impact that it’s had, but they too hope that people will forgive,’ Jones says. “

March 14, 2010: “Mitt Romney dazzels partisan crowd” by Alison Peek (examinar.com) ”The event was sponsored by the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. Tickets included a signed first edition of Mr. Romney’s
New York Times best seller No Apology: the Case for American Greatness. All proceeds benefited scholarships at the non-partisan Institute.”

March 14, 2010: “Mitt Romney’s Book Tour Stops in Utah” by Stella Thurkill (Channel 2 News) ”Mitt Romney, the former Governor of Massachusetts and President of the 2002 Salt Lake Winter Olympic Organizing Committee, stopped in Salt Lake City over the weekend. He was here to promote his New York Times best-selling book, No Apology: The Case for American Greatness. The Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah sponsored the event.”

March 14, 2010: “Romney wows Salt Lake City gathering” by Kerry Kinsey (ABC 4 News) ”Mitt Romney was in Utah Saturday night promoting his book, ‘No Apology: The Case for American Greatness’. . . The speech was a fundraiser for the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. It was expected to raise $50,000 for scholarships.”

March 14, 2010: “Thousands of fans hail Romney in SLC” by Derek P. Jensen (Salt Lake Tribune) ”Kirk Jowers, whose Hinckley Institute of Politics sponsored the speech, calls Romney the GOP frontrunner. “When we actually get to Iowa and New Hampshire,” he said, “neither [Sarah] Palin nor [Mike] Huckabee will be in the top five.”

March 13, 2010:”Utah House Majority Leader Kevin Garn resigns” by Richard Piatt (KSL 5 News) ”Kirk Jowers of the Hinckley Institute of Politics says the story might linger in spite of Garn’s resignation.’This has all the elements of a story that sticks, questions that remain to be answered,’ he said.”

March 13, 2010: “‘Rock star’ Mitt Romney gets big ovation in Utah” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret News) ”The speech, a fundraiser for the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, was expected to raise $50,000 for scholarships, according to institute director Kirk Jowers.”

March 13, 2010: “Romney book tour comes to Salt Lake City” by Sarah Dallof (KSL 5 News) ”…Kirk Jowers with the Hinckley Institute of Politics – the host of Saturday’s event — says the book puts Romney in a good place if he decides to run for the White House in 2012. ‘Certainly this book, the enthusiasm he’s seen all over the country, are great preparation steps if he decides to run,” Jowers said.”

March 13, 2010: “Former Gov. Mitt Romney visits Salt Lake City” by Maile Tua’one (Fox 13 News) ”Romney was in Salt Lake City Saturday night to sell his new book and to raise money for the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

March 13, 2010: “Given Armenia’s geographical isolation, the long run favors Azerbaijan” by T. Teymur (Today.AZ) ”You, along with others, attended the Khojaly related conference, held in Hinckley Institute, in Utah. How, in your opinion, is the informing of Americans on this Azerbaijani tragedy going on?”

March 12, 2010: Hinckley Institute of Politics Director, Kirk Jowers, was interviewed on Channel 2 evening news regarding the Mitt Romney No Apology book event hosted by the Hinckley Institute.

March 12, 2010: “Economy forces new Utah mayors to make tough decisions” by Rebecca Palmer (Deseret News) ”The mayors were speaking in a forum for the Hinckley Institute of Politics titled ‘Transitioning From Campaigning to Governing.’ The event was organized by West Valley Mayor Mike Winder, who has taken every possible opportunity since his inauguration to boost his city’s stature in the region.”

March 12, 2010: Hinckley Institute of Politics Director, Kirk Jowers, was interviewed on Channel 4 evening news regarding the Mitt Romney No Apology book event hosted by the Hinckley Institute.

March 12, 2010: Hinckley Institute of Politics Director, Kirk Jowers, appeared in studio on KSL Radio’s “The Doug Wright Show” to discuss the Mitt Romney No Apology book event hosted by the Hinckley Institute and developments in the Utah Legislature.

March 12, 2010: “Woman says Garn isn’t telling the whole truth” by Andrew Adams (KSL 5 News) ”Republican lawmakers we talked to say they’re waiting for Garn to make his own decision whether to stay in office. But one Republican, Kirk Jowers of the Hinckley, was bothered by last night’s standing ovation in the house. Sympathy is probably warranted, he said, but cheering is not.”

March 12, 2010: “Mitt Romney’s book tour stops in Utah” by Arikka Von (Fox 13 News) ”Tickets for the event start at $25 and include a signed first edition of Romney’s book. All proceeds from the lecture go to U of U scholarships.
“As we know higher education, as well as other agencies, have taken a hit with the budget: so to give scholarships to deserving students is a wonderful cause,’ says Kirk Jowers, Hinkley Institute Director. A $95 ticket buys a reserved seat and V.I.P.’”

March 12, 2010: “Utah politicians react to Garn confession” by John Hollenhorst (KSL 5 News) ”Kirk Jowers, executive director of theHinckley Institute of Politics, was clearly troubled. ‘It was an inexcusable moment, whether it was 25 years ago or 25 minutes ago; and then with the hush money, it’s a very difficult moment,’ Jowers said. ‘A lot of people are having a hard time with the standing ovation on the House floor. Sympathy is probably warranted, but cheering is not.’”

March 11, 2010: “Weekend Plans: Mitt Romney and the Giant Peach” (About.com – Salt Lake City) ”Salt Lake City Olympic hero and likely 2012 Presidential candidate Mitt Romney will speak Saturday at 7 p.m. at the Salt Palace Convention Center as part of his No Apologies: The Case for American Greatness book tour. Tickets are $25-$95 and include a signed copy of Romney’s book. This event benefits the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

March 11, 2010: “Political Cornflakes” by Thomas Burr (Salt Lake Tribune) ”Kirk Jowers is expecting a sold-out crowd for Mitt Romney’s book speech on Saturday at the Salt Palace, but he’s holding 400 of the 4,400 tickets for sale at the door that night (and each ticket comes with a signed copy of No Apology: The Case for American Greatness.

March 9, 2010: “Mitt Romney’s book is worthy of praise” by Lee Benson (Deseret News) ”The book was released nationally last week, and as we speak, Romney is on a two-month, 19-state book tour. He’ll be in Salt Lake City for a speech and signing Saturday at the Salt Palace. (For further information, go to www.hinckley.utah.edu.).”

March 9, 2010: “Legislature won’t limit campaign contributions” by John Daley (KSL 5 News) ”Kirk Jowers, chairman of the Commission on Strengthening Democracy, said, ‘We are such an outlier with contribution limits. We’ll be one of four states without these limits. Even the limits suggested were very moderate.’”

March 9, 2010: “Political Cornflakes” by Thomas Burr (Salt Lake Tribune) ”Mitt Romneys, No Apology: The Case for American Greatness is ranked as 13 on
Amazons best seller list. Kirk Jowers would rather you buy one off of MittRomneyUtah.com.”

March 7, 2010: “Utah campaign cash limits would have affected few” by Brock Vergakis (Associated Press Writer – ABC 4) ”Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah and the former
chairman of the governor’s commission, finds the arguments against limits disingenuous.”

March 5, 2010: “Campaign Finance: Lawmakers scrap contribution caps” (Salt Lake Tribune) ”The Governor’s Commission on Strengthening Utah’s Democracy recommends caps. The people of Utah — 74 percent in a recent public opinion poll — demand them. And 45 states see the obvious wisdom in having them. But not Utah.”

March 5, 2010: “Romney: Obama is another Jimmy Carter” by Thomas Burr (Salt Lake Tribune) “Romney pitched his new book, No Apology: The Case for American Greatness, at the Friday event a week before he appears in Salt Lake City for a March 13 speech at the Calvin L. Rampton Salt Palace Convention Center.”

March 5, 2010: “Parkite shares his path to musical salvation: Zach Rusk turns to the piano in tough times” by Alisha Shelf (The Park Record) Hinckley Intern Zach Rusk’s, “…interest in the health care industry stems from a four-month internship in Washington, D.C., during which he worked on a project to
million of the Obama stimulus package to those with diminished access to health care. ‘It was one of the hardest things to engage in; to go to many, but not all, is comforting, yet troublesome,’ he says.”

March 5, 2010: ”D.A. seeks second term, vows to put job before politics” by Jeremiah Stettler (Salt Lake Tribune) ”Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, thinks so. ‘Perhaps the first factor in her favor is that her position is not as high profile as many others,’ he said. ‘The fact that she is an incumbent and that people may not have been focusing on the headlines may give her more freedom to run the campaign she wants.’”

March 4, 2010: “Utah Legislature: House rejects campaign spending limits” by Arthur Raymond (Deseret News) ”The move effectively eliminates the main thrust of a package of suggestions put together by the Governor’s Commission on Strengthening Utah’s Democracy, a group formed in 2009 by former Gov. Jon Huntsman Jr. The diverse, bipartisan 19-member group was tasked with finding improvements…”

March 4, 2010: “Matheson looks like a maybe on final health reform vote” by Matt Canham (The Salt Lake Tribune) ”Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, says Matheson is ‘caught in a vise.’ Leading Democrats are pressuring him to support the bill, while Republicans are attacking him for simply being undecided. Jowers, who credits Matheson for being attuned to the wishes of his Republican-leaning district, said it ‘could be disastrous for his constituent relationships’ if Matheson were to switch his vote on such a controversial proposal.”

March 4, 2010: “Matheson quid pro quo rumor runs wild” by Thomas Burr (The Salt Lake Tribune) ”Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, also says Obama should have named Scott Matheson to the judge seat months ago but dsn’t buy an ounce of the conspiracy theory. ‘I have no sympathy for any rumors of vote buying with Representative Matheson on his brother,’ said Jowers. ‘Scott Matheson was the consensus choice months ago.’”

March 4, 2010: “Matheson reacts to blogger’s allegations” by Kelli O’Hara (ABC 4 News) ”Kirk Jowers, Excutive Director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley
Institute of Politics, says that Matheson is simply the best candidate.
‘The timing is horrible for the Obama administration,’ says Jowers,’It’s unfortunate to drop this at the center of the health care debate.

March 3, 2010: “Transparency bill clears House minus campaign caps” by Cathy MicKitrick (The Salt Lake Tribune) ”Rep. Brian King, D-Salt Lake City, had hoped to reinsert the loose caps in HB329 that were the result of hard-fought consensus by members of the Governor’s Commission on Strengthening Democracy.”

March 3, 2010: “Obama names Scott Matheson Jr. to 10th Circuit Court of Appeals” by Emiley Morgan (Deseret News) ”Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the U. called Matheson ‘a great choice’ and said he ‘exemplifies’ all of the qualities of a appellate judge. ‘He’s hardworking, brilliant and fair,’ Jowers said.”

March 2, 2010: “Hinckley Director, Kirk Jowers, appeared with Josh Romney on the Bob Lonsberry Show–Utah’s Early Morning Talk Show re Mitt Romney’s No Apology Book event hosted by the Hinckley Institute.”

March 1, 2010: “Utah legislature: Committee guts bill to cap campaign contributions” by Josh Smith (Deseret News) ”The original HB329was based on recommendations from the Governor’s Commission on Strengthening Democracy, which proposed a series of reforms designed to increase voter participation.”

March 1, 2010: “Lawmakers work to win ethics war” by Cathy McKitrick (The Salt Lake Tribune) ”During the past five weeks, legislators have advanced a cadre of ethics reforms, which are the result of several months of interim study, recommendations from the Governor’s Commission on Strengthening Democracy and a nagging awareness that a broad citizens initiative nips at their heels.”

February 28, 2010: “3 U. scholars compete for Truman award” by Wendy Leonard (Deseret News) “‘The three U. students “are the best of their generation,’ according to director of the U.’s Hinckley Institute of Politics Kirk Jowers, also a Truman scholar in 1990. ‘They are incredibly gifted students
who serve and achieve for all of the right reasons.’”

February 25, 2010: “Merrill Cook to challenge US Sen. Bob Bennett” by John Daley (KSL News) ”Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, said, ‘Merrill Cook is the ultimate wild card. He shakes everything up and it makes it far less predictable whenever he’s involved.’”

February 24, 2010: “Finalists make strong showing for scholarship” by Jake Hibbard (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”‘It opens doors for students like nothing else,’ said Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

February 23, 2010: “Hinckley speakers focus on political progress” by Katie Pratt (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”Hoping to engage college students in the world of politics, two former congressmen visited the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics to stir up excitement.”

February 20, 2010: “Utah Legislature is rife with ‘conflicts’” by Bob Bernick Jr.
(Deseret News) ”‘Many believe that disclosure’ of conflicts of interests ‘is not enough,’ said Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’sHinckley Institute of Politics. ‘But certainly more disclosure is needed. As it is now, it’s sometimes hard to see where special interests arise that can warp legislation.’”

February 20, 2010: ABC4 Nightly News reporter Jessica Gail interviewed Hinckley Institute of Politics director, Kirk Jowers, regarding the new poll showing Mitt Romney leading among independents and his new book, “No Apology, The Case for America’s Greatness.”

February 20, 2010: “Chris Vanocur Vlog: Political things I think I think” by Chris Vanocur (ABC 4 News) ”I think that Kirk Jowers is not to be underestimated.”

February 19, 2010: ABC4 Nightly News reporter Jessica Gail interviewed Hinckley Institute of Politics director, Kirk Jowers, regarding the “presidential treatment” Tiger Woods received in the coverage of his apology.

February 19, 2010: “Chaffetz skewered over 9/11 conspiracy comments” by Matt Canham (The Salt Lake Tribune) ”Politicians often face uncomfortable questions asked by passionate people and answering them can be a bit like
walking a tight rope, said Kirk Jowers, the director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.’In my experience in working with candidates, most of them want to be liked and it can be their biggest weakness,’ he
said.”

February 18, 2010: “Hinckley Institute: more than 5,000 interns” by Alison Peek (Examinar.com) ”Today Hinckley Institute interns work at every level of government, in political campaigns, and in 35 countries around the world. The Institute provides around 300 internships every year, and the program is
funded through generous donations from Jim and Lyn Hinckley as well as many other groups, companies and individuals.”

February 18, 2010: “Hinckley forum analyzes education cuts” by Ryan Howell (Daily Utah Chronicle) With large budget cuts looming in the near future for all forms of Utah education, local experts on education and service convened Wednesday at the Hinckley Institute of Politics to discuss the state of education and what needs to happen at the legislative level to help continue growth.

February 16, 2010: “U looking for aid as 19% cut passes” by Michael McFall (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”An increase in the tobacco tax is probably the most likely chance the U has at finding a new source of funding and softening the blow of the 19 percent base budget cut, saidKirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

February 14, 2010: Hinckley Director, Kirk Jowers, appeared on the Utah Conversations with Ted Capener on February 14, 2010 at 5:30pm on KUED 7.1, and again on KUED World Channel 7.2 on February 18, 2010 at 8:00pm.

February 11, 2010: “Mitt Romney’s book makes ‘No Apology’” by Lisa Riley Roche (Mormon Times) ”Longtime Romney supporter Kirk Jowers, head of the U.’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, said the book “is an attempt, in most instances, to be a nonpartisan…”

February 11, 2010: “Romney releases early sample of upcoming new book” by Bob Evans (Fox 13 News) ”Mitt Romney is shown reading in studio for his new book: “No Apologies: The Case for American Greatness.” FOX 13 has obtained a peek to the first chapter of the book provided by the publisher, Macmillan. Hinkley Institute director, Kirk Jowers says that the writings take a “fresh look” at America’s rising debt and global image regarding foreign diplomacy. The book will be available March 2.”

February 11, 2010: “Forum details green options” by James Lowe (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”Utah’s energy elite convened at the Hinckley Institute of Politics on Tuesday to discuss the state of Utah’s energy consumption and promote ‘green’ ideas.”

February 10, 2010: “Mitt Romney’s book makes ‘No Apology’” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret News) ”Longtime Romney supporter Kirk Jowers, head of the U.’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, said the book ‘is an attempt, in most instances, to be a nonpartisan, pragmatic view of how to solve our problems. Voters are growing tired of the partisanship in Washington that Obama is trying now to address,’ Jowers said. He said if Romney runs, it will be on ‘substance and solutions and not on personality and vague slogans.’”

February 9, 2010: “Why Do The Ones Who Seem To Have It All Cheat?” by Fields Moseley (KUTV Ch 2 News) ”‘I think the combination of separation, opportunity and maybe this kind of arrogance or invulnerability, it can be a lethal combination,’ said Jowers.”

February 5, 2010: “Rolly: Contribution limits on chopping block?” by Paul Rolly (The Salt Lake Tribune) ”Killpack and House Speaker David Clark met with commission chairman Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, and the three hammered out a compromise they felt would lead to reasonable reform without seeming too radical.”

February 5, 2010: “Gov. Gary Herbert defends meeting with Alton Coal Development” by Bob Bernick Jr. (Deseret News) ”GOP House leaders say they will run a bill placing limits as recommended by the Governor’s Commission on Strengthening Democracy. That is $5,000 from an individual or entity over a two year period in a state House race, $10,000 for a state Senate race over a four year period or $20,000 for a statewide office (like governor or attorney general) over a four-year period.”

February 1, 2010 Utah Legislature: House ethics bills ready for hearings
Limits on gifts, how money is spent among changes By Bob Bernick Jr. (Deseret News) House leaders have accepted the contribution limits suggested by the Governor’s Commission on Strengthening Utah’s Democracy.

January 31, 2010: Hinckley of Politics Director and RNC Bid Selection Committee Member Kirk Jowers was interviewed by KSL Newsradio regarding the news that Salt Lake City had been selected as one of four finalists to host the 2012 Republican National Convention.

January 27, 2010 Utah lawmakers react to State of the Union By Sam Penrod and Keith McCord (KSL News) ”He was an electrifying speaker. It was an historic moment,” said Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah.

January 27, 2010: Hinckley of Politics Director Kirk Jowers was interviewed by KSL Newsradio Reporter Marc Giauqe regarding a preview of today’s President Obama’s State of the Union Address.

January 26, 2010: “Kirk Jowers, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics” by Bryan Schot (Utah Policy) ”…what will the Citizens United v. FEC ruling mean for Utah? We asked Kirk Jowers, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah for his thoughts on the implications.

January 26, 2010 Budget situation bleak By Michael McFall (The Daily Utah Chronicle) Kirk Jowers, director of the U’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, is a frequently quoted man in Utah newspapers for his compendium of political knowledge and insight. He is also a hopeful man. But when asked what can be done to save the U, his brow furrows.

January 26, 2010 Forum reveals plight of homeless in SLC By Michael McFall (The Daily Utah Chronicle) Atkinson puts a hand on Lachance as she tells her hard experiences to an audience in the Hinckley Institute of Politics‘ homelessness forum.

January 26, 2010 Utah Policy Featured Article: Kirk Jowers, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics by Bryan Schott (Utahpolicy.com) Last week the Supreme Court ruled that corporations could spend unlimited amounts of money on advertisements either supporting or criticizing candidates in elections. But what will the Citizens United v. FEC ruling mean for Utah? We asked Kirk Jowers, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah for his thoughts on the implications.

January 25, 2010 Practical Impact and Longer Term Consequences of Citizens United v. FEC Political Activity Law Alert: Important Recent Developments, January 25, 2010 By Trevor Potter, Kirk L. Jowers, Joseph M. Birkenstock, Stacy Q. Cline, Matthew T. Sanderson, Kristy B. Tsadick

January 24, 2010 Nuclear f targets Utah senators in test ban fight By Paul Kpp (Deseret News) Culp will speak again on Tuesday at 10:45 a.m. at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute Forum.

January 24, 2010 Public wants ethics reform By Robert Gehrke (The Salt Lake Tribune) A proposal to limit campaign contributions to $2,500 per year and aimed at improving public confidence in government originated with a task force appointed by former Gov. Jon Huntsman Jr.

January 24, 2010 Insider Poll: Rated Six Top Issues for the Legislative Session By Max Roth (Fox 13 News) Fox 13 News Anchor Max Roth interviewsHinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers about the upcoming legislative session and poll results regarding the session’s top issues.

January 23, 2010 Utah’s newest senator – he’s LDS, liberal and rising rapidly By Derek P. Jensen The Salt Lake Tribune McAdams also did Hinckley Institute internships in the White House west wing and the Utah Legislature, where he met Becker, a “political hero.”

January 22, 2010 Campaign contribution limits coming to Utah? By John Daley (KSL News) Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, heads a commission that recently recommended trimming donations down to $10,000 every two years.

January 22, 2010 Supreme Court ruling could rain money on races By Cathy McKitrick The Salt Lake Tribune Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, worked on the McCain-Feingold legislation and helped co-found the Campaign Legal Center.

January 21, 2010: Hinckley Institute of Politics Director, Kirk Jowers, appeared live in studio for the final hour on KSL Radio’s “The Doug Wright Show” to discuss the Utah legislative ethics package announced yesterday, Scott Brown’s victory in the Massachusetts Senate seat, the future of Mitt Romney, the United States Supreme Court’s decision in Citizen United, and the fallout from Utah Senator Killpack’s resignation.

January 21, 2010: “GOP lawmakers formulate their own ethics package” by Bob Bernick Jr. (Deseret News) “GOP state lawmakers have come out with their own ethics legislation, and the five-bill package is far-reaching and politically smart. . . . Adopting campaign contribution limits as proposed by theGovernor’s Commission on Strengthening Utah’s Democracy – a $10,000 limit for statewide races, like governor, over a two-year election cycle; $5,000 for senators and representatives.”

January 20, 2010 Republican win in Mass. will alter course for issues affecting Utah By John Daley (KSL News) ”By all accounts it’s a historic victory. It’s unprecedented. We haven’t had a Republican senator in that seat since 1953 when JFK took over,” said Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.

January 20, 2010: “Brown’s win in Massachusetts Senate big — for Romney” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret News) ”‘Romney is clearly the most influential national Republican right now. He’s filled the void,’ said longtime supporter Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. . . . ‘Romney was essentially a one-stop shop for him to get everything he needed to run a credible campaign,’ Jowers said. ‘I assume he’ll be one of the senators for Romney if he runs again.’

January 20, 2010 Utahns strongly back reforming ethics rules for state lawmakers By Bob Bernick Jr. Deseret News But how far they actually may go is now unclear, especially with the resignation of former Senate Majority Leader Sheldon Killpack, R-Syracuse, said Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. Killpack, who pushed ethics reform in the Senate, resigned last week after being arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence of alcohol.

January 20, 2010: “Utah Commission Endorses Automatic Registration” (Fair Vote: The Center for Voting and Democracy) ”The Governor’s Commission on Strengthening Utah’s Democracy today unanimously recommended FairVote-endorsed policies on automatic voter registration and election day registration.”

January 19, 2010 Lawmaker says ’06 open container violation is irrelevant By Robert Gehrke (The Salt Lake Tribune) Kirk Jowers, director of theHinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, said the citation could only be relevant in light of what led to Killpack’s downfall.

January 19, 2010: KSL Radio News’ Paul Nelson interviewed Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers regarding the potential impact of the Massachusetts Special Election.

January 18, 2010 Peter Corroon’s Chances By Bryan Schott (UtahPolicy.com) Respondents include - Kirk Jowers, Director Hinckley Institute of Politics

January 18, 2010 Questions emerging over Senate leadership, ethics reform By Richard Piatt, Andrew Adams and Adam Thomas (KSL News) “He understood which members had problems with different parts of these bills, so he knew all the deals that needed to be made and how to do it, or was at least getting to that point. Now someone has to start over,” says Kirk Jowers, executive director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.

January 17, 2010 Poll shows support for 2 citizen initiatives By Bob Bernick Jr. (Deseret News) And a few GOP leaders have endorsed campaign contribution limits as proposed by a special governor’s commission on strengthening Utah’s democracy.

January 17, 2010 Maneuvering begins amid shock waves from Killpack resignation by John Hollenhorst (KSL News) Kirk Jowers of the Hinckley Institute of Politics predicts ripple effects from a majority leader’s resignation so close to a legislative session.

January 13, 2010 Mormons are the most conservative, poll finds By Peggy Fletcher Stack The Salt Lake Tribune Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, suspected more Mormons would say they were moderate.

January 12, 2010 Fundraising under way for incumbents By Bob Bernick Jr. and Lisa Riley Roche Deseret News Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, said the blackout period during the session means more money will pour in to lawmakers just before it starts.

January 11, 2010 Political cash flowing, $7.4 million in donations reported for 2009 By Lee Davidson and Bob Bernick Jr. Deseret News ”There is so much money at stake” in dealing with state government today, said Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, “that many corporate leaders (may feel they would be) derelict for not contributing to powerful state officials who can control the destiny of their industry or company.”

January 11, 2010: “Professor ˜cared deeply’ about work at U” by Tiffany Thorne (Utah Daily Chronicle) ”‘Sam established and generously funded theHinckley Institute’s Sam Rich Program in International Politics with the goal of bringing cooperation, more understanding and more knowledge regarding the issues the U.S. faces in the conduct of its foreign affairs,’ said Kirk Jowers, director of the U’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. ‘Sam’s legacy will live on with U students for decades more through his creation, vision, and support of this wonderful program.’”

January 10, 2010 Hinckley Director Kirk Jowers appeared on ABC 4′s “On the Record” with Chris Vanocur to download a portion of the show clickhere.

January 9, 2010 Corroon to kick off campaign Tuesday By Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret News) ”Corroon dsn’t have to win the money battle,” said Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. “He can raise enough to get his message out.”

January 9, 2010 GOP leaders vow ethics reform in Utah By Bob Bernick Jr. Deseret News Several of the GOP bills will be fashioned on recommendations made by the Governor’s Commission on Strengthening Utah’s Democracy, a group put together by former Gov. Jon Huntsman Jr. and continued by Gov. Gary Herbert.

January 8, 2010 Corroon says he is running for Utah governor by Richard Piatt and AP writer Brock Vergakis ”He has a lot of factors going against him. There isn’t a popular Democratic candidate that could maybe pull him a little bit. So, it’s very uphill for Corroon,” said Kirk Jowers, executive director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.

January 8, 2010 The Grand Theatre Presents LOVE LETTERS by BWW News Desk Ted Wilson is a veteran of the political and environmental scenes in Utah and beyond. He was elected to three terms as Salt Lake City mayor, beginning in 1976. Ted became director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah in 1987, where he helped bring practical politics to life for thousands of students.

January 8, 2010 SL County Mayor Carroon to Run for Utah Governor By Max Roth (Fox 13) Max Roth interviews Hinckley Institute of Politics Director Kirk Jowers about Mayor Peter Carroon’s chances in the upcoming gubernatorial race.

January 6, 2010 Meet Payson’s new mayor By Donald W. Meyers (The Salt Lake Tribune) Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, said that based on anecdotal accounts, he believes that this is not a first. Write-in candidates face an uphill, but not insurmountable, challenge. Incumbents win 90 percent of the time, but they can be knocked out through a write-in campaign.

January 6, 2010 KSL Channel 5′s Rich Piatt interviewed Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers about the 2010 election climate for incumbents of both parties.

January 5, 2010 Mike Lee to oppose Bennett for Senate By J Pyrah (Daily Herald) Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, said that while Bennett may have some trouble on the right, he’s not as vulnerable as some might think.

January 4, 2010 Corroon to give State of County, no campaign plans By Jeremiah Stettler (The Salt Lake Tribune) The mayor may not announce any campaign plans Tuesday, but Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, said Corroon would be wise to make that decision soon.

January 2010 Campus All-Stars ” Achievements of U of U Faculty, Staff, Students, and More (UU Alumni Newsletter) Kirk Jowers, Hinckley Directorfeatured in newsletter.

January 3, 2010 Insider Poll: Democrat and Republican Insiders Predict the Success of 2010 By Max Roth (Fox 13 News) Kirk Jowers, Hinckley Director featured in this story.

January 2, 2010 The next ten years: Politics of division by Lee Davidson (Deseret News) Utah pollster Dan Jones and Kirk Jowers, head of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, separately prepared lists of what they foresee as the coming decade’s biggest issues. Their lists closely match, and reflect the top unresolved issues of recent decades.

2009 MEDIA COVERAGE

2008 MEDIA COVERAGE

December 29, 2008: “Salt Lake City Mayor Becker leads with gentler style” by Derek P. Jensen (The Salt Lake Tribune) ”Ralph has done an excellent job of laying the groundwork to do some incredible things,” says Kirk Jowers, director of the U.’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. “He also has reached out to other interests or religious groups in the city that have felt neglected or even abused under Mayor Anderson’s administration. That attention could pay huge dividends.”

December 22, 2008: “Utah voter turnout withers” by Sheena McFarland (Salt Lake Tribune) ”Jowers, of the U.’s Hinckley Institute, will head the effort. The plan is to come up with recommendations to reform ethics, campaign finance, lobbying, redistricting and voting. ‘This new commission is the governor being very forward-looking but realistic about a demonstrable problem in our state:
We are not voting as much as we used to and we are also continually losing ground on how we stand up to other states,’ Jowers said.”

December 17, 2008: “Legislators pull back from formal ethics proposals, while Huntsman decides to move forward” by Bob Bernick Jr (Deseret News)“Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, will head the governor’s effort. The commission will not make any recommendations until later in the year, after lawmakers adjourn in early March. ‘I’m thinking the recommendations may come in October or November, to give time for people to mull over what the commission recommends before the 2010 Legislature,’ Jowers said Tuesday.”

December 16, 2008: “Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Insitute of Politics at the University of Utah said, ‘having an outside body, exploring these issues is a good idea,’ he’s one of the people Hutsman is tapping to join the ethics panel.” Click here to listen to story on KUER

December 15, 2008: “Utah’s drop in voter turnout bucks national trend” by Lee Davidson (Deseret News) ”‘That’s real disappointing, but somewhat understandable for the simple fact that Utah didn’t have any competitive races,’ said Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah.”

December 13, 2008: “Becker’s travel rivals Rocky’s, but focus stays on SLC” by Derek P Jensen (The Salt Lake Tribune) ”Kirk Jowers, director of theHinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah says, ‘taxpayers should wait two years before deciding whether a mayor’s travel is excessive. The first year in office there may be a lot of relationships, especially D.C. trips, that are absolutely critical,’ he said. ‘He’s made a lot of trips he feels are important to move the city forward.’”

December 9, 2008: “Governor to announce ethics commission” by John Daley (KSL News) ”The governor wants a new panel to take a long-range look at ethics. One member: the Hinckley Institute director, Kirk Jowers. ‘Utah has had kind of increasing smoke over the last couple of years. So I think it is time for Utah to really evaluate where it is and what things that could be done to help not only the perception, but perhaps even the reality,’ he said.”

December 5, 2008: “New Book Encourages Mormon Members to Improve Their Image” by Far Robinson (KCPW) ”Lawrence says Mormons are viewed as being pushy, but argues that Mormons are exuberant and excited so they come across that way. He says this excitement is often viewed as something to fear. Lawrence spoke at the Hinckley Institute of Politics yesterday.”

December 4, 2008: “Utahns like indea of Mitt in 2012, not Palin” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret News) ”Both Weiler and Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, brought up another possible candidate for 2012 who’d appeal to Utahns ” Gov. Jon Huntsman Jr. Recently elected to a second term, Huntsman has said…”

December 2, 2008: “Rules limit candidates” by Rita Totten (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”No candidate could officially say he or she was interested in running for office, but there were a lot of hypothetical air quotations going on in the conversations in the Hinckley Caucus Room.”

December 2, 2008: “Democrats seek control” by Jed Layton (Dailey Utah Chronicle) ”Jed Layton is reporting from Washington, D.C., through theHinckley Institute of Politics.”

December 1, 2008: “Obama revolutionizing Oval Office Internet use” by Jed Layton (Daily Utah Chronicle) Jed Layton is reporting from Washington, D.C., through the Hinckley Institute of Politics.

December 1, 2008: “U. alumni director honored for service” (Deseret News) “He has also held numerous positions on various boards within university functions, including the hospital association and the Hinckley Institute of Politics …”

November 30, 2008: “Huntsman Sought out by Obama Staffers” by Max Roth (Fox 13 News) Kirk Jowers, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politicswas interviewed regarding Utah Governor Jon Huntsman’s political future.

November 26, 2008: “Judges should stick to the Constitution” by Steve Warrick (Daily Utah Chronicle) “At a forum at the Hinckley Institute of Politicson Friday, Judge Thomas Griffith of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit told a standing-room- only crowd that the goal of a judge should be to follow the law rather than to ‘do justice.’”

November 25, 2008: “Washington ready for new president” by Jed Layton (Daily Utah Chronicle) Jed Layton is reporting from Washington, D.C., through the Hinckley Institute of Politics.

November 24, 2008: “LDS political activism on gay marriage could impact Romney future” by Thomas Burr (The Salt Lake Tribune) ”Kirk Jowers, a Romney friend who heads the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, says once the initial sting of criticism over the church’s involvement ebbs, the action shouldn’t really affect future Mormon candidates.”

November 24, 2008: “Pakistani Ambassador hopeful Obama will improve relations” by Alex Cragun (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”With Barack Obama recently elected as America’s next president, the relationship with Pakistan will improve, said Husain Haqqani, the Pakistani ambassador… To an audience at the Hinckley Institute of Politics Nov. 21, Haqqani discussed how the future relationship between the United States and Pakistan looks bright.”

November 24, 2008: “Scowcroft ProtÃ©gÃ©s on Obama’s Radar” by Yochi J. Dreazen and Siobhan Gorman (The Wall Street Journal) ”A transition aide said the president-elect has ‘deep respect for Brent Scowcroft.’ Mr. Scowcroft’s re-emergence caps…”

November 22, 2008: “Prop 8 involvement a P.R. fiasco for LDS Church” by Peggy Fletcher Stack (The Salt Lake Tribune) ”…observers such as Kirk Jowers of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics,.. think the LDS Church actions may help it win friends among Evangelicals.

November 21, 2008: “Job scarcity prompting seniors to stay in school” by Jed Layton (Daily Utah Chronicle) U student Jed Layton is reporting from Wadhington D.C. through the Hinckley Institute of Politics.

November 20, 2008: “Student intern reflects on experience with Obama campaign” by Rochelle McConkie (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, said Breighner’s work with targeting was invaluable. The Hinckley Institute helped Breighner coordinate the internship… ‘The Obama campaign has taken quantum leaps from past campaigns in so many areas, and targeting is at the top of that,’ Jowers said. ‘(Breighner’s) experience will really put him at the cutting edge with the entire country on how the methodology works.’ … Breighner said the internship was the most amazing experience of his life.”

November 19, 2008: “Obama unlikely to ban guns” by Steven Warrick (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”Hinckley Institute of Politics Director Kirk Jowers said Clinton pushed several left-wing programs early in his first term that served to alienate many moderate and conservative Americans.”

November 17, 2008: “LDS Church members played integral role Proposition 8 passage” by Chris Vanocur (ABC 4 News) ”Kirk Jowers of the Hinckley Institute of Politics says, ‘The LDS Church was really the fire that got this thing passed.’ According to the New York Times, …”

November 14, 2008: “Election made worldwide friends for America” by Anna Thompson (The Salt Lake Tribune)Anna Thompson, Hinckley Institute of politics Intern in Brussels, was featured in an Op-ed article on the cover of the Salt Lake Tribune.

November 13, 2008: “Matheson addresses key issues” by Niccolo Barber (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”Fresh off the campaign trail after a sizeable victory, Congressman Jim Matheson, D-Utah, spoke Wednesday at the Hinckley Institute of Politics on the current political climate of change.”

November 12, 2008: “Economy a key factor in 2008 election, voters say” by Jed Layton (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”Jed Layton is a U student reporting from Washington, D.C., through the Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

November 12, 2008: “Thanks, W.” by Chase Clyde (The Salt Lake Tribune) Chase Clyde, former Hinckley Institute of Politics intern was featured in an op-ed article in the Salt Lake Tribune.

November 11, 2008: “Changes coming for Matheson as Democrats take over Washington” by Richard Piatt (KSL News) ”‘His ability to have an impact on Obama’s decision making is huge,’ said Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of …”

November 10, 2008: “Hatch may emerge senior GOP senator” (UPI) ”‘Hatch has kind of reinforced what a Republican power he is in D.C. with the way he raised money and worked during the election,’ Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, told the newspaper. ‘Being the most senior Republican would add…’”

November 10, 2008: “Politics Up Close Excerpt: Kirk Jowers and Tim Chambless” by Jeff Robinson (KCPW News) Listen to this brief excerpt analyzing Utah’s Congressional races with Kirk Jowers, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, and Dr. Tim Chambless, political scientist at the University of Utah.

November 9, 2008: “Gov. Huntsman’s second term a second wind?” by Robert Gehrke (The Salt Lake Tribune) ”‘I think that the margin of victory certainly shows that Utah citizens trust the governor and are willing to back his initiatives and priorities,’ said Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. ‘I think we will see the governor taking the lead on more issues, as he also continues…’”

Novmeber 9, 2008: “SPECIAL REPORT: Will the absence of ethics doom Utah government?” by Chris Vanocur (ABC 4 News) ”Kirk Jowers from the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics observes, ‘Utah has resisted all sorts of ethics reforms for years and I think its coming home to roost right now.’”

November 7, 2008: Hinckley Institute of Politics Director, Kirk Jowers, appeared live on KSL Radio with reporter Sheryl Worsley regarding President Elect Barak Obama’s first post-election news conference.

November 7, 2008: “GOP seniority: Hatch 3rd in line” by Thomas Burr (The Salt Lake Tribune) ”‘Republicans are in the distinct minority now and there’s just not a lot of power to go around,’ Jowers said.”

November 7, 2008: “Hinckley Institute photo contest winners announced” by Trent Lowe (The Utah Daily Chronicle) ”‘There are two main reasons for it,’ said Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute. ‘First, photos generate excitement for past, current and future interns”it shows where we are, what we’re seeing. And sec ond, it’s promotional for the Hinckley Institute. We try to get people from across campus…’”

November 6, 2008: Hinckley Institute of Politics Intern Mitch Dumke has photo published on USA Today’s front page. Mitch is serving a photo-journalism internship with Reuters. To view the picture click here.

November 6, 2008: “State yet to see impact from LDS Church’s support of Prop. 8″ (KSL News) ”At the University of Utah, Hinckley Institute of Politics, director Kirk Jowers said there will be a far-left element, which may not distinguish between the LDS Church and the state…”

November 6, 2008: “Blacks feel significance of Obama victory” by Jed Layton (The Utah Daily Chronicle) Jed Layton is a U student reporting from Phnix, Ariz. through the Hinc kley Institute of Politics and Shantou University.

November 6, 2008: “Panel: ’08 was Obama’s time” by Dan Reasure (The Utah Daily Chronicle) ”‘If Obama keeps up [a moderate] political career and dsn’t get too liberal, he could have a great presidency,’ Jowers said.”

November 5, 2008: Radio West broadcasts live from the Hinckley Institute of Politics with post election analysis. Kirk Jowers of the Hinckley Institute, pollster Dan Jones, and Brigham Young University political scientist Quin Monson to discuss how Utah voted and why. Click here to listen.

November 5, 2008: “Intervention no always best option” by Steve Warrick (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”Uganda’s ambassador to the United States, Perezi Kamunanwire, spoke at the Hinckley Institute of Politics on Thursday about some of the problems in Africa.”

November 5, 2008: “California votes down same-sex marriage” by Ben Arnoldy (The Christian Science Monitor)‘They ¦ became the focus of the opposition’s ire because of their effectiveness and prominence on this issue,’ says Kirk Jowers, head of the Hinckley Institute for Politics at the University of Utah.”

November 5, 2008: “First vote may set political tone for young voters” (KSL News) ”Hinckley Institute of Politics Director Kirk Jowers said, ‘Studies seem to show, from a few different institutions, that if a person votes the first time they’re eligible, they will continue to vote at a very high percentage the rest of their lives.’”

November 5, 2008: “About last night…” by Glen Warcol (The Salt Lake Tribune) ”Hinckley institute director Kirk Jowers says Utah Dems have matured and are running more successfully as Western Democrats‘”.

November 5, 2008: “GOP supporters lament defeat” by Jed Layton (The Daily Utah Chronicle) Jed Layton is a U student reporting from Phnix, Ariz. through the Hinc kley Institute of Politics and Shantou University.

November 5, 2008: “Students celebrate historic outcome” by Rita Totten (The Utah Daily Chronicle) ”To celebrate the end of the election season, the Hinckley Institute of Politics, the Associated Students of the University of Utah and the Union Programming Council teamed up…”

November 5, 2008: Hinckley Institute of Politics Director, Kirk Jowers, appeared live on KSL Radio’s “The Doug Wright Show” to discuss election day results.

November 4, 2008: “U staff gives to Democrats” by David Servatius (The Utah Daily Chronicle) ”Hinckley Institute of Politics Director Kirk Jowerssaid he isn’t surprised at either the amount of money Obama has been able to raise among U employees or the percentage he has claimed of the total amount donated.”

November 4, 2008: “Can Bad Weather Affect Utah Election Outcome?” by Ty Perry (KUTV) ”‘The younger voters are so enthusiastic and so engaged this year that the weather will be the least of their worries,’ said Jowers. And despite a blustery storm, Jowers expects the record voter turn-out to continue.”

November 4, 2008: “Increased diversity ‘purples’ West” by Jed Layton (The Utah Daily Chronicle) Jed Layton is a U student reporting from Phnix, Ariz. through the Hinc kley Institute of Politics and Shantou University.

November 3, 2008: Channel 2 Evening News’ Dan Rascon interviewed Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers regarding California Proposition 8.

November 3, 2008: “Student to document Darfur genocide” by Rochelle McConkie (The Daily Utah Chronicle)‘This really is a groundbreaking kind of internship, and to his credit, he’s put all the pieces together,’ said Courtney
McBeth, intern manager at the Hinckley Institute.”

November 3, 2008: “McCain rises from rebel to presidential candidate” by Jed Layton, Yan Zhang and Jialiang Zhang (The Daily Utah Chroncle)Hinckley Institute Journalism Program - The authors are reporting from Washington, D.C. through the Hinc kley Institute of Politics and Shantou University.

November 3, 2008: “Change is coming” by Tim Chambless (The Daily Utah Chronicle) ”The U has the potential to be a powerful voting bloc. Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, said in a ca mpus speech Friday that the U was the 10th best university in the nation for student voter turnout.”

November 3, 2008: “Traditionally red Virginia could swing Obama” by Jed Layton (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”Jed Layton is reporting from Washington, D.C., through the Hinckley Institute Journalism Program and Shantou University.”

November 2, 2008: “Obama gains but McCain remainsUtah’s choice” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret News) ”Utahns liked Bush better last June, when 57 percent said they approved of his job performance and 42 percent said they disapproved. Jowers said the numbers show how difficult it is for a Republican to win the presidential race. ‘Utah probably remains Bush’s biggest supporter, but the fact that he didn’t clear 50 percent has to be alarming,’ Jowers said, adding that McCain will have ‘to pull along a number of Bush haters just to have a chance of winning this.’”

November 2, 2008: Poll: Obama gains support in Utah by United Press International Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and head of Utah Lawyers for McCain, said the poll results reflect McCain’s tough month on the campaign trail.

October 31, 2008: “Hinckley Institute forum analyzes candidates” by Rita Totten (The Daily Utah Chronicle) ”When the election season first started, it looked as though Sen. Hillary Clinton was a sure thing for the Democrats, Jowers said, because she had…”

October 30, 2008: 2008 election boasts record-setting campaign spending By John Daley ”This is probably the first candidate since the Jefferson-Adams race where money has been no issue. Obama dsn’t have to make any hard decisions,” said Kirk Jowers, executive director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah.

October 29, 2008: “Gay marriage question sparks debate” by Rachelle Graham (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”The Hinckley Institute of Politics hosted the forum Out of the Closet: A Candid Behind-the-Scenes…”

October 29, 2008: “Swing states leaving in Obama’s favor” by Jed Layton (Daily Utah Chronicle) Jed Layton is a U student reporting from Washington, D.C., through the Hinckley Institute of Politics and Shantou University.

October 29, 2008: Romney Already Eyeing 2012? (Newsradio 1510 WLAC) “‘Kirk Jowers of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politicssaid Romney is clearly the leading contender for the party’s nomination four years from now. ‘Republicans are nothing if not predictable,’”

October 29, 2008: Endorsements keep coming before elections by J Pyrah (Daily Herald) ”‘The vast majority of endorsements make almost no difference. But certain endorsements can change an election,’ said Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah.”

October 28, 2008: “Romney said to be angling for 2012 run” (UPI) ”Kirk Jowers of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics said Romney is clearly the leading contender for the party’s nomination four years from now. ‘Republicans are nothing if not predictable,’ said Jowers.”

October 28, 2008: Despite speculation about 2012, Rmney focuses on GOP in ’08 by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret News) ”in Utah, Kirk Jowers of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, said there’s no question Romney is the leading contender for the party’s nomination in 2012.”

October 27, 2008: “Utah could use better fight” by Tom Nelson (Daily Utah Chronicle) Tom Nelson is a U student reporting from Washington, D.C., through the Hinckley Institute of Politics and Shantou University.

October 27, 2008: Voters finding it difficult to sift through rumors about candidates by John Hollenhorst (KSL News) ”A similar controversy swirls around McCain’s birth in the Panama Canal Zone. Kirk Jowers of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics tried to quash that rumor eight years ago when he worked for McCain. He says most voters will reject both rumors.”

October 26, 2008: U begins public phase of $1.2B capital campaign by Ryan Shelton (The Daily Utah Chronicle) ”Jim Hinckley, U alumnus and grandson of Hinckley Institute of Politics founder Robert Hinckley, was among the hundreds of donors clad in red who attended Saturday’s banquet..”

October 25, 2008: In Utah, presidential votes follow party lines by Mike Stark (The Associated Press) ”‘Even though the polls seems to show Obama will lose here, the passion for people to contribute and go out and make a sacrifice and travel and volunteer is really in Obama’s favor right now,’ said Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah.”

October 25, 2008: Democrat Matheson beats odds in Republican Utah by Paul Foy (The Associated Press) ”‘From the outside, it’s a real enigma,’ said Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, who offered a few reasons for Matheson’s success.”

October 24, 2008: Friday Buzz by LaVarr Webb & Associates (Utah Policy Daily) “Kirk Jowers, a Romney insider and director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, notes that Romney has been the most active Republican campaigner and fundraiser for the party’s candidates this year. “

October 24, 2008: Scowcroft honored by U of U’s Hinckley Institute of
Politics by Sheena McFarland (Salt Lake Tribune) ”It’s not often you see a three-star general cry. But retired Lt. Gen. Brent Scowcroft did just that as he was inducted into the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics Hall of Fame on Thursday.”

October 24, 2008: Scowcroft inducted into political hall of fame by Arthur Raymond (Deseret News) ”An adviser to three presidents, internationally recognized expert on foreign policy and Utah native son, retired Lt. Gen. Brent Scowcroft became the ninth inductee into the University of Utah Hinckley Institute of Politics political hall of fame Thursday at a ceremony on the school’s campus. “

October 24, 2008: Hinckley Institute honor Scowcroft by David Servatius (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”Former national security adviser Lt. Gen. Brent Scowcroft was inducted into the Hinckley Institute of Politics Hall of Fame on Thursday.”

October 23, 2008: Former national security advisor honored at U of U by Richard Piatt (KSL News) ”A Utah native who played a part in foreign policy decisions for three U.S. presidents received a hometown honor: Brent Scowcroft was added to the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics Hall of Fame.“

October 22, 2008: Hinckley Institute to honor ex-national security adviser by Brian Maffly (The Salt Lake Tribune)“‘General Scowcroft’s career in public service and outstanding contributions in national and international policy are unparalleled,’ said institute director Kirk Jowers. Scowcroft was awarded the Medal of Freedom, the nation’s highest civilian honor, in 1991.”

October 21, 2008: Kirk L. Jowers, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics was interviewed by KayCee Brunside, Newsbreak

October 21, 2008: Young college students lament inability to vote by Jed Layton (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”Jed Layton is a U student reporting from Washington, D.C., through the Hinckley Institute of Politics and Shantou University.”

October 21, 2008: Democrats gaining momentum in Utah by Richard Piatt (KSL News) “‘What you have is an enthusiasm gap. There is a lot of enthusiasm for Democrats right now, and the Republican brand is having a little of a difficult time,’ explained Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

October 21, 2008: Scowcroft a director of history by Doug Robinson (Deseret News) ”On Thursday at noon, the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics will induct 83-year-old retired Lt. Gen. Brent Scowcroft into its Hall of Fame, although it might be stretching things to call him a politician.”

October 20, 2008: “Presidential race tightens in Ohio” by Jed Layton (Daily Utah Chronicle). Jed Layton is a U student reporting from Dayton, Ohio through the Hinckley Institute of Politics and Shantou University.

October 16, 2008: Lieutenant General Brent Scowcroft Joins Hinckley Institute “Hall of Fame (Media-Newswire.com) The Hinckley Institute of Politics Hall of Fame at the University of Utah will soon include Lieutenant General Brent Scowcroft, USAF (Ret.), who will be inducted into Utah’s only political hall of fame on Thursday, Oct. 23 at noon in the Hinckley Caucus Room in Orson Spencer Hall (OSH 255). The event is open to the public.”

October 16, 2008: In blue Vermont and red Utah, a quiet campaign By John Curran and Mike Stark (The Associated Press) ”‘It’s tough sledding for Democratic presidential campaigns here in Utah,’ said Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah.”

October 11, 2008: Matheson says opponent Dew misleading voters on his record by Thomas Burr and Sheena McFarland (The Salt Lake Tribune) “There are a lot of ways to spin a vote, even when it looks pretty clear what the vote is for, says Kirk Jowers, the director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.“

October 8, 2008: “Obama’s candidacy big step for America” by Steven Warrick (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”Last week, the Hinckley Institute of Politicssponsored a series of forums on the role of race and gender in the 2008 presidential election. Two of the speakers made particularly relevant…”

October 8, 2008: “Ohio voting begins” by Jed Layton (The Daily Utah Chronicle) Jed Layton is reporting from Columbus, Ohio through the Hinckley Institute of Politics and Shantou University Journalism Program.

October 8, 2008: Representando a Utah en las elecciones 2008 por Luz E. Lara (Ahora Utah)“El pasado 6 de octubre el Instituto de PolÃtica Hinckley de la Universidad de Utah, en conjunto con el Programa de Estudios Ã‰tnicos de la misma instituciÃ³n, organizÃ³ un panel de debates titulado “Representando a Utah: ElecciÃ³n 2008″

October 7, 2008: “Students canvass in Virginia, try to swing state to Obama” by Jed Layton (Daily Utah Chronicle) Jed Layton is in Virginia participating in the Hinckley Institute Journalism Program along with four other University of Utah students, as well as students and professors from Shantou University in China.

October 7, 2008: Libertarian candidate protests exclusion from debates by Chris Rizo (Legal Newsline.com) ”Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowerssaid the center has had a longstanding policy of limiting debate participants to candidates who poll with at least 5 percent support.”

October 7, 2008: Libertarian attorney general candidate protesting exclusion from debates by Ben Winslow (Deseret News)“The Hinckley Institute has had a policy requiring 5 percent of a poll for the last 43 years, and we certainly don’t want to change it in the heat of a campaign where it could be seen as benefitting one individual,” said Kirk Jowers, the institute’s director.

October 6, 2008: Lawmakers pushing for ethics reform in Utah Legislature by John Daley (KSL 5 News) ”Political observers say the potential for distrust is great if you combine that with what is basically one-party rule and what are regarded as among the nation’s weakest, most lax ethics laws. ’That can add to this appearance of corruption or problems. Whether it’s there or not, the appearance is there,’ said Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

October 6, 2008: Candidates agree on oil shale, not on health care by Sheena McFarland (The Salt Lake Tribune) ”That’s a quality Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, said makes Matheson “beloved” in his district.”

October 3, 2008: House to vote again on bailout bill today by Jed Layton & Gong Jietong (Daily Utah Chronicle) The U.S. Senate gave the House of Representatives another chance to vote in favor of a plan to bail out the banking industry. Editor’s Note”Jed Layton and Gong Jietong are reporting from Washington, D.C. through the Hinckley Institute of Politics and Shantou University.

October 2, 2008: “Students, profs look forward to VP debate” by Ryan Shelton (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”Berg said the College Republicans plan to attend a debate watch party at the state’s Republican Party headquarters. The Hinckley Institute of Politics had planned to host the watch party but…”

October 2, 2008: “Attorney General candidates spar over ethics, school vouchers at campus debate” by David Servatius (Daily Utah Chronicle) ”The major party contenders for Utah attorney general sparred over school vouchers, crime, ethics and civil liberties in a feisty debate sponsored by the Hinckley Institute of Politics on Tuesday.”

October 2, 2008: Utah Attorney General Debate ’08 Cartoon (Salt Lake Tribune)

October 2, 2008: Youth, online sites can tip election by Ben Dailey (Daily Utah Chronicle) Benjamin Dailey, the national campaign consortium for theHinckley Institute of Politics, recently traveled to Cambridge, Mass., along with four other U students courtesy of the Hinckley Institute to take part in the National College Conference for Political Engagement at Harvard University.

October 2, 2008: Forum addresses race in Obama’s campaign by Niccolo Barber (Utah Daily Chronicl) ”..panelists at the Hinckley Institute of Politicstackled this often taboo topic in a forum titled ‘B(l)ack to the Future,’ which examined…”

October 1, 2008: Young voters are mobilized by Heather Berg (Utah Daily Chronicle) ”Heather Berg, the president of the U College Republicans, recently traveled to Cambridge… courtesy of the Hinckly Institute of Politics…”

September 30, 2008: ASUU scores big with VoteProject by Oakley Gordon (Utah Daily Chronicle) ”Oakley Gordon, the president of the U College Democrats, recently traveled to Cambridge…” courtesy of the Hinckly Institute of Politics.

September 30, 2008: 400 students attend forum; panelists say recession near by Rochelle McConkie (Utah Daily Chronicle) Nearly 400 students packed the Hinckley Institute caucus room, filled the neighboring office and spilled into the hallway and the OSH foyer to hear U professors and financial experts assess the current economic crisis.

September 30, 2008: Obama leads in straw poll by David Servatius (Utah Daily Chronicle) ”According to Hinckley Institute assistant and poll coordinatorMarko Mijic, the majority of the 1,185 total votes were cast online. About a dozen volunteers took paper ballots to classes and collected them throughout the week.”

September 30, 2008: Politics, fear spell doom for bailout by Richard Wolf, Kathy Kiely, Fredreka Schouten and John Fritze (USA Today) Hinckley Institute of Politics intern Mitch Dumke, who is interning with Reuters as a photojournalist, had photo featured in USA Today cover story.

September 30, 2008: Taxpayers shouldn’t have to bear brunt of bailout, panel says at U. by Jason Lee (Deseret News) ”That sentiment was echd by every member of a four-person panel that addressed an overflow crowd Monday at the Hinckley Institute of Politics on the …“

September 29, 2008: Youth vote overlooked by Dustin Gardiner (The Utah Daily Chronicle) ”a group of roughly 100 college students at Harvard’s National College Conference… alongside …Hinckley Institute of Politics staffer Ben Dailey.”

September 28, 2008: The fate of the economy at stake and no one’s listening by E. Thomas Nelson (Salt Lake Tribune) ”‘Entering Room 106 of the Dirksen Senate Office Building, I was immediately struck by two things. First was the fact that I was actually there – listening to Sen. Charles Schumer and company as they grilled Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke, a man whose alliterative name is synonymous with unpopularity right now.’ E. THOMAS NELSON is a graduate of the University of Utah and currently a Hinckley Institute of Politics journalism intern. He covered both party conventions and is now in Washington D.C. covering the presidential campaign and election.”

September 26, 2008: Hinckley Institute delays poll results (Utah Daily Chronicle) ”Hinckley Institute Political Programs Coordinator Amy Code said in a statement that the decision to delay release of the results was because of the attention focused on the nation’s economic crisis and possible cancellation of the presidential debate scheduled for today.”

September 26, 2008: Utah Coal Losing Some of Its Wattage by Jasen Lee (Deseret News) Speaking during a panel discussion Thursday at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, Rocky Mountain Power President Richard Walje said …

September 25, 2008: Biden commits to support Israel by Jed Layton (Daily Utah Chronicle) Jed Layton, participant in the Hinckley Institute Journalism Program, recapped Senator Biden’s speech in New York.

September 25, 2008: Former Utah governor calls for cleaner air by Dan Treasure (Utah Daily Chronicle) ”At a forum held Wednesday at the Hinckley Institute of Politics, Walker said she has idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis”a disease in which air quality is a factor.”

September 25, 2008: Youth vote could turn some political races blue, panel says by Ryan Shelton (Utah Daily Chronicle) ’A lot of these local races come down to the young voters energized by Obama, and if they get out and vote down the ticket with him things will change,’ said Hinckley Institute DirectorKirk Jowers. ‘If all this enthusiasm turns into a low turnout again, the Republicans will probably win those close races.’”

September 25, 2008:Former governor has incurable lung disease by Patty Henetz (The Salt Lake Tribune) ”We are better off in St. George,” Walker, 77, said Wednesday during an air-quality discussion at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”.

September 24, 2008: The Bailout Plan’s Rough Road Through Congress (Time/CNN) Hinckley Intern Mitch Dumke, who is interning with Reuters as a photojournalist, had photos featured on Time.

September 24, 2008: Hinckley Institute a valuable asset to U students (Daily Utah Chronicle)“The Hinckley Institute of Politics has raised the bar. Between conducting a comprehensive U student straw poll, attracting phenomenal speakers, and providing on-site student coverage of the 2008 presidential campaigns, the Hinckley Institute has been busy.”

September 24, 2008: High cost of jailing the mentally ill studied by By Linda Thomson Gill and three other experts spoke at a forum titled “The Criminalization of Mental Illness,” co-sponsored by the Hinckley Institute of Politics and the National Alliance on Mental Illness.

September 24, 2008: Flawed system criminalizes mentally ill, panelists say by Clayton Norlen (Daily Utah Chronicle) Chacon attended a panel at theHinckley Institute of Politics on Tuesday where representatives of the justice system and mental health agencies said a myriad of problems are plaguing the mental health care industry in Utah.

September 24, 2008: McCain rallies in PA, addresses economy by Jed Layton (Daily Utah Chronicle) John McCain spoke in Pennsylvania, a state that might turn out to be the most important in the election, on what might be the most important topic of the election: the economy. Jed Layton is reporting from the Democratic National Convention in Denver through the Hinckley Institute of Politics and Shantou University Political Journalism Program.

September 24, 2008: U alumnus runs for Attorney General as Libertarian by Alex Cragun (Daily Utah Chronicle) On Sept. 30, the Hinckley Institute of Politics will host a debate between the attorney general candidate Jean Welch Hill and incumbent Mark Shurtleff. McCullough was not invited.

September 22, 2008: Election Day tie? It’s a real possibility by Thomas Burr (Salt Lake Tribune) “Kirk Jowers, the director of the University of Utah’sHinckley Institute of Politics, says a tie is unlikely but certainly “very possible.”

September 21, 2008: Hot ed issues addressed by Amy K. Stewart (Deseret News) ”The panel event Tuesday was co-sponsored by the Hinckley Institute of Politics and the Utah Foundation. It was held at the University of Utah.”

September 19, 2008: Government crafting a financial rescue plan (USA Today News) Hinckley Intern Mitch Dumke, who is interning with Reuters as a photojournalismt, had photos featured with USA Today.

September 18, 2008: Interview with Park City Television: Ori Hoffer, News Director and Host/Producer.

September 13, 2008: Consultant to address nuances of doing business in China by Tom Harvey (Salt Lake Tribune) Wang will speak Sept. 29 on doing business and investing in the “new China,” as well as focusing on issues facing the country of 1.3 billion people. Her talk is sponsored by the the Tanner Humanities Center at the University of Utah, in collaboration with the school’s Asian Studies program and the Confucius Institute, the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the U. and the Center for China-America Business Studies at Westminster College.

September 8, 2008: Local internships still available through HIP by David Servatius(The Daily Utah Chronicle) “Hinckley Intern Manager Courtney McBeth said the institute is also taking applications for Spring 2009 placements internationally and in Washington, D.C. The deadline to apply for these positions is the end of September.”

September 6, 2008: Experts evaluate convention fallout by Jill Atwood (ABC 4) He had a great ending, too bad the middle seemed to drag and lost some people. says Kirk Jowers of the Hinckley Institute of Politics.

September 5th, 2008: Political experts weigh in on success of conventions by Carole Mikita (KSL News) Kirk Jowers, with the Hinckley Institute of Politics, said, “The Democratic convention seemed unbeatable. You had the huge expectations for Obama with the Greek columns, and he actually lived up to the expectations.”

September 4, 2008: Utahns React to McCain Speech by Max Roth (Fox 13) “Utahns gave their reactions to McCain’s speech at the final day of the Republican National Convention. Fox’s 13 Max Roth was at the Hinckley Institute of Politics were many gathered to hear the speech.”

September 4, 2008: Hot In Here?: Legislators embrace global warming skeptic for advice on Utah environment by “Katharine Biele (Salt Lake City Weekly) “Ostensibly, environmentalists will sit on an advisory committee that will include representatives from the Hinckley Institute, the governor’s office, the Utah Association of Counties, academia, and members of the renewable-energy and fossil-fuels industries.”

September 4, 2008: Convention ’08: Students Cover Proceedings and Meet Politicians by Karin Fischer (The Chronicle of Higher Education) But students from the University of Utah and Shantou University, in China, are trying to cross a cultural gulf as well. They are part of an exchange program that pairs five students from Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and seven from Shantou’s Cheung Kong School of Journalism and Communication to cover the U.S. election.September 3, 2008: “First lady, Cindy McCain urge aid for Gulf Coast” by Jed Layton (The Daily Utah Chronicle) : Jed Layton is reporting from the Republican National Convention in Minneapolis through the Hinckley Insitute of Politics and Shantou University Political Journalism Program.

September 3, 2008: HIP director balances personal politics with student programs by Isabella Bravo (The Daily Utah Chronicle) “Hinckley Institute of Politics Director Kirk Jowers will be pitching in for the Republican presidential campaign this election season, but will continue to devote most of his time to a burgeoning internship and forum program at the U.”

September 3, 2008: Hurricane forces delegates to play waiting game by Jed Layton (The Daily Utah Chronicle) ”As a spokesperson for Sen. John McCain’s campaign talked to TV cameras and reporters on national television Sunday afternoon, caterer Maxine Turner, of Salt Lake City, talked to her employees at the Xcel Energy Center in St. Paul, Minn.” Jed Layton is reporting from the Democratic National Convention in Denver through theHinckley Institute of Politics and Shantou University Political Journalism Program.

September 3, 2008: From the Trail: The Chronicle’s election blog by Jed Layton (The Daily Utah Chronicle) ”Jed’s Blog is the home to the thoughts, occasional
opinions and news from the eyes and ears of Jed Layton. Layton is a Daily Utah Chronicle reporter on an internship with the Hinckley Institute of Politics and Shantou University of China.”

September 3, 2008: Palin not likely to draw students to GOP by Michael McFall (The Daily Utah Chronicle) Obama should win this race, so (McCain) needed to shake up the dynamics of this race to give him any kind of chance, said Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics.

September 3, 2008: Republican National Convention focuses on Hurricane Gustav by Jed Layton (The Daily Utah Chronicle) “The first day of the Republican National Convention was swift and serious, but still had a couple sparks of energy surrounding it.” Jed Layton is reporting from the Republican National Convention in Minneapolis through the Hinckley Institute of Politics and Shantou University Political Journalism Program.

September 3, 2008: VoteProject reaches out to Asian-American students by David Servatius (The Daily Utah Chronicle) “ASUU Government Relations Board Director Andrew Jensen said Tsai contacted the U’s Hinckley Institute of Politics earlier this year, which referred him to the ASUU Government Relations Board and VoteProject.”

September 3, 2008: Gustave and the RNC by Drew Conrad (The Daily Utah Chronicle) ”Although the hurrican brought a sudden halt to the convetion, the Hurrican Information Center has been in the works since last week…” Drew Conrad is a participant of the Hinckley Institute Journalism Program.

September 2, 2008: Utes covering all the action by Lee Benson (The Deseret News) Among the 15,000 media representatives credentialed for the national conventions of both the Republicans and Democrats are five students from the University of Utah who will cover the 2008 presidential race to its conclusion.

August 31, 2008: GOP is the LDS addiction by Rebecca Walsh (Salt Lake Tribune) ” Kirk Jowers, a Romney supporter, says Utahns will come around to the strategy behind McCain’s pick. ‘I wouldn’t think that this pick would cause Mormon Republicans to vote for Obama if they were otherwise inclined to vote for McCain,’ says Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

August 30, 2008: Hearts sink as Romney left on sideline by Peggy Fletcher Stack and Thomas Burr (Salt Lake Tribune) ”‘McCain needed to make a really bold and historic selection to change the dynamics of this race,’ said Kirk Jowers of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

August 29, 2008: McCain’s VP Choice Analyzed by Max Roth (Fox ch 13 News) ”McCain needed something to shake this race up…” said Kirk Jowers, Hinckley Institute of Politics Director, during his studio interview with Fox 13.

August 28, 2008: What are Romney’s odds of being McCain’s running mate? by Andrew Adams and Sarah Dallof (KSL ch. 5 News) ”Kirk Jowers, the director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, said, ‘I’ve always thought Romney makes the most sense.’ He points to Romney’s economic experience as a big plus. It’s an area where critics say McCain is weak.”

August 28, 2008: Republican State of the States 2008: Utah by Michael Teitelbaum (CQ Politics) ”… said Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah and head of the group Utah Lawyers for McCain. …“

August 28, 2008: Clinton’s speech helps students support Obama by Jed Layton (The Daily Utah Chronicle) ”Former presidential candidate Hillary Clinton attempted to end all questions of whether or not she really supports Barack Obama as the next president in her convention address Tuesday night, and tried to convince her followers to do the same.” Jed Layton is reporting from the Democratic National Convention in Denver through the Hinckley Institute of Politics and Shantou University Political Journalism Program.

August 27, 2008: Young voters flock to Obama by David Servatius (The Daily Utah Chronicle) “Hinckley Institute of Politics Director Kirk Jowers said several factors contribute to the appeal Obama has among young voters and college students in particular. Barack Obama is one of the most exciting candidates we’ve had certainly in our students’ lifetime and, I think, in my lifetime, Jowers said. He’s charismatic, he’s young, he’s good looking and he gives the best speeches. But I think, even beyond all of those things, he’s run a very populist type of campaign.

August 27, 2008: U College Republicans protest Obama in Denver by Jed Layton (The Daily Utah Chronicle) Not all young people are supporting Barack Obama, said Loveless, a junior majoring in history. Our goal is to show that a lot of young students are in support of John McCain.” Editor’s Note”Jed Layton is reporting from the Democratic National Convention in Denver with a group of students from the Hinckley Institute of Politics and the Cheung Kong School of Journalism at Shantou University in China. Layton will provide coverage for The Daily Utah Chronicle from the campaign trail until the November elections through the program, which is sponsored by the Li Ka Shing Foundation.

August 27, 2008: Profs say conventions less prominent, but HIP students engage in process by Keith Chalmers (The Daily Utah Chronicle) A handful of U students, however, will get front-row seats to both conventions, as part of a program facilitated by the Hinckley Institute of Politics, Shantou University in China and the Li Ka Shing Foundation, which is aimed toward engaging students in the political process through journalism. Kirk Jowers, director of theHinckley Institute, said it is critical that students and the community are involved in government and politics, and the program allows students to enter the political scene.

August 27, 2008:ASUU promotes student voting, convention watch parties by Michael McFall (The Daily Utah Chronicle) The former Associated Students of the U’s government relations director Jordan Breighner, along with his predecessor Marko Mijic and ASUU President Patrick Reimherr, coordinated the early voting.
The Hinckley Institute’s Democratic National Convention party is Thursday, Aug. 28, and McCain’s is a week later on Sept. 4. The convention parties will be held in the Hinckley Caucus Room at 7 p.m. Free pizza will be served.

August 26, 2008: Campaign money: Ds it matter how much? by J Pyrah (The Daily Herald) ”Decades of attempted campaign finance reform at all levels of government show one thing: “There’s actually a rich body of literature that shows both ways,” said Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah.”

August 25, 2008: Who is the Real Cash King? by Nicholas Rummell and Matthew Scott (Financial Week)” ”Kirk Jowers of Caplin & Drysdale, who served as an outside counsel to both the McCain and Bush campaigns in 2000, said Mr. McCain’s public funding plan is not a bad strategy, as it’s unlikely he’ll spend all the public funds. He’ll have more money than he will need, he said, noting that previous campaigns have made do with similar levels of public financing.”

August 22, 2008: Speculation on VP picks keeping political minds busy by John Daley (KSL News) “Kirk Jowers, the director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, said, “Since they haven’t announced this week, as we thought they would, it ds give a little more credence to the fact that this might be someone that’s way out there, like an Al Gore, like just someone we couldn’t ponder. Because that would be a way to explode the Democratic National Convention.”

August 22, 2008: Sen. Bramble the topic of an unhappy blog by Sarah Dallof (KSL News) “Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, says, “”These types of little stories make it seem like these members are not exactly what we want as representatives, and if we get to a tipping point on that, it really could have huge ramifications.”

August 21, 2008: U of U Students Hit The Campaign Trail by Max Roth (Fox 13 News) “Five students from the Hinckley Institute of Politics plan to follow the presidential campaigns from the conventions to the election. Fox 13′s Max Roth has their story.”

August 20, 2008: Governor to speak to GOP (Salt Lake Tribune) ”Kirk Jowers, head of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, says Huntsman is ‘precisely the face of the Republican Party that needs to be shown at this convention. It also could bring good tidings for..’”

August 20, 2008: Huntsman to speak at Republican National Convention (KSL News) ”‘He’s seen as a rising star in the Republican party,’ said Hinckley Institute of Politics Director Kirk Jowers. He says Gov. Huntsman is known in the West…”

August 20, 1008: Utahns giving — to Obama by Lee Davidson (Deseret News) “Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, adds, ‘Not unique to Utah, Obama has been the most successful presidential fundraiser in history. … People who support Obama are eager to contribute, whether in small or large amounts.’ . . . ‘McCain should win Utah handily. If he dsn’t, it will either be because it is a historic nationwide blowout for Obama, or because McCain decides to choose Mike Huckabee as his running mate,’ he said.”

August 19, 2008: Huntsman to get Republican National Convention exposure by Thomas Burr (Salt Lake Tribune) ”Kirk Jowers, head of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, says Huntsman is ‘precisely the face of the Republican Party that needs…’”

August 18, 2008: 2008 Election Forecast: No Worries for McCain in Utah by Michael Teitelbaum (CQ Politics) ”Yet Kirk Jowers, director of theHinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah and head of the group Utah Lawyers for McCain, said of the candidate: There are the hard-core, more conservative ones who will vote for him but hold their nose, in part because they view him as not enough of a hardliner on illegal immigration.”

August 18, 2008: China, U. students to cover election by Matt Canham (The Salt Lake Tribune) “This experiment continues the close ties between Shantou University and the U.’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. Shantou’s principal financial backer, Li Ka Shing, donates heavily to the Hinckley Institute’s international internships. And Shantou students have joined U. interns in Washington, D.C., for the past few years.”

August 15, 2008: So you think you know Hinckley director Kirk Jowers …by Derek Jensen (The Salt Lake Tribune) “His friends and closest colleagues say Jowers’ passion is engaging young people in politics – regardless of their partisan stripes – rather than raking in money from corporate clients.”

August 14, 2008:Salt Lake Chamber Hosts Copenhagen Consensus Leader by PR or Business News Wire (Utah Business) ”The Utah Legislature requested the Salt Lake Chamber and the Hinckley Institute of Politics co-host the study by the CCC. The CCC’s methodology is …“

August 13, 2008: Democrats to open Obama campaign office in Utah by John Daley (KSL 5 News) ”… Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, said, ‘I think the Democrats are sincere about this 50-state strategy…’”

August 13, 2008: Danish Group to Study Utah Energy Policies by Jasen Lee (Deseret News) ”The Utah Legislature has asked the Salt Lake Chamber and the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics to co-host a study by the Copenhagen …“

August 10, 2008: Obama opens a Utah office, a first for Dems by Robert Gehrke (Salt Lake Tribune) ”Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, said that if Utah is competitive in November, the election would already be a historic blowout at that point. ‘It’s hard to imagine this would have an impact,’ he said. ‘But by reaching out beyond his base, Obama could benefit in the future and, Jowers said, “Obama has money to burn.’”

August 9, 2008: Utah congressional delegations generally ts party line by Matt Canham (Salt Lake Tribune) ”‘… this strange phenomenon with him always having to struggle,’ said Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. …”

August 8, 2008: Chaffetz picks up Romney endorsement, Cannon hesitant by J Pyrah (Daily Herald) Utah certainly claims Romney as a native son,” said Kirk Jowers of the Hinckley Institute of Politics. “An endorsement by Romney is pure gold in Utah. No one has ever gotten 90 percent, really, in any contest before.”

August 8, 2008: Matheson 7th most conservative Dem in Congress, study shows by Matt Canham (The Salt Lake Tribune) “If that’s true, the election could be a first step in reducing the partisanship that has enveloped Congress, a move strongly advocated by Kirk Jowers, the director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah.”

August 8, 2008: Students Discuss Voter Motivation at the U by Lara Jones (KCPW News) ”The U is partnering with several local groups for this weekend’s conference, including the Hinckley Institute of Politics and the lieutenant governor’s …”

August 2, 2008: GOP legislators apparently violated federal campaign finance laws by Paul Rolly (The Salt Lake Tribune) Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and a member of a Washington D.C. law firm that advises candidates on FEC law, said state campaign accounts must have enough federally permissible individual donations to cover the federal contribution.

July 30, 2008: Could Mitt Romney be the next VP? by Max Roth (Fox 13 News) Kirk Jowers, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics was interviewed regarding Mitt Romney’s chances of becoming the next VP.

July 26, 2008: West Valley finds it pays to use Washington lobbyists by Amy Choate-Nielsen (Deseret News) “Cities don’t have to hire lobbyists to obtain federal funds.” said Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, “but not doing so requires cities and counties to dedicate a significant effort to developing relationships with Washington officials.”July 23, 2008: Hinckley Institute seeks campaign interns by Dustin Gardiner (The Daily Chronicle) The Hinckley Institute of Politics is accepting applications to send five students on a three-month intensive journalism study program. The students will report for various publications as they follow Barack Obama and John McCain to the Democratic and Republican Party conventions in Denver and St. Paul, Minn., respectively.

July 17, 2008: Pig’s Dinner: What were Romero and McCoy thinking? By Holly Mullen (SL Weekly) “And then it came. Romero, a smart attorney who had been schooled in the ways of political ethics years ago as an intern through the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, offered the typical excuse all legislators have given for questionable ethics since time began: Lobbyists, with their nice expense accounts and tokens of appreciation are just like everyone else.”

July 10,2008: Earmark backlash could cost Utah millions by by Brock Vergarkis (KSL 5 News) “… Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, said Chaffetz is likely to have plenty of support from voters by …”

July 10, 2008: Poll shows Utahns are concerned about ethics in politics by Richard Piatt (KSL ch. 5 News) Kirk Jowers, with the Hinckley Institute of Politics, said, “There’s always been this kind of general opinion that maybe our ethics laws could be a little stronger, but not enough to motivate them. It seems to me we’re reaching a tipping point where people want something more.”

July 10, 2008: House speaker denies involvement in Walker scandal; public still wants answers by Richard Piatt (KSL ch. 5 News)“He is in an unfortunate position of having a very tough race. He barely survived the last one,” said Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah.

July 9, 2008: Chaffetz in Washington D.C. by J Pyrah (Daily Herald) ‘No’ is the answer,” said Kirk Jowers of the Hinckley Institute of Politics when asked if there’s a chance the GOP will lose the seat. “The only chance that they have is if Chaffetz pushes the rhetoric a little too far.”

July 5, 2008: Becker’s first six months as mayor show some success by Rosemary Winter and Derek Jensen (The Salt Lake Tribune) The mayor also has reached out to groups Anderson alienated (Republican lawmakers, City Council members, Davis County leaders), handled President Bush’s visit “like a statesman” (no impeachment rallies this time) and heeded his campaign pledges, according to Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics

July 5, 2008: Party lines: Who ts, who sways? by Thomas Burr (The Salt Lake Tribune) “Kirk Jowers, who is leading Utah Lawyers for McCain and heads the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, says the percentages make sense.”
“You certainly expect a huge discrepancy, but those numbers certainly are extreme,” Jowers says. “Those numbers show why, in spite of the history and the excitement of the Obama campaign, the state of Utah is going heavily for McCain at this point.”

July 2, 2008: Current U students fall short of past protestors by Gina Lea Nicki (Daily Chronicle) ”According to the Hinckley Institute of Politics, at the last debate between our College Democrats and Republicans, fewer than 20 students attended or participated in the debate. Not only are students not taking a strong stand, they don’t seem to even be talking about, or have much interest in the issues.”

July 1, 2008: Is Romney McCain’s top V.P. choice? by Chris Vanocur (ABC 4 News)“The thing that dragged him down for a while, frankly, was the FLDS issue, says Kirk Jowers, one of Romney’s Utah advisors. According to Jowers and reportedly others, the FLDS controversy in Texas was a political problem for Romney.

July 1, 2008: Hinckley Journal of Politics article by JJ Haglund featured on Utah Policy Daily.

July 1, 2008: Hinckley Institute Interns blog featured on Utah Policy Daily Hinckley Institute of Politics students serving summer internships in Washington, D.C., are blogging about their experiences at DCInterns08.

June 29, 2008: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers is a guest on Utah’s Sunday political talk show, ABC 4′s On the Record with Chris Vanocur.

June 25, 2008: Utah Policy Quote of the Day, ¦by making a prudent decision that keeps all of the attorney general’s and district court’s options viable, rather than a hasty determination that may have irrevocably-and perhaps unjustly-altered the race before all of the facts were known, Lt. Gov. Gary Herbert has provided a great service to our democratic process. – Kirk Jowers, in a Tribune op-ed essay, defending Herbert’s decision to defer action on allegations of bribery in the Treasurer’s race until after the primary election. Jowers is director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics and an attorney specializing in elections law.

June 25, 2008: Hinckley Institute of Politics Director, Kirk Jowers, was interviewed on KSL’s “The Doug Wright Show” regarding the outcome of the election between Chris Cannon and Jason Chaffetz. To listen to the interview click here.

June 25, 2008: “Rep. Chris Cannon Loses His Seat in Congress” by Kirk Yuhnke (Fox 13 News) Kirk Jowers, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics was interviewed regarding the Chaffetz -Cannon outcome.

June 25, 2008: “Students get a say” by Rosie Scott. International intern, Alan Monsen, of the Hinckley Insitute of Politics was featured in local Australian newspaper.

June 24, 2008: “Should lieutenant governor be condemned for waiting?” by Kirk Jowers (The Salt Lake Tribune) ”The morning after. . . . Men and women are waking up today feeling elated or relieved that they won their party’s primary election while others are pondering what went wrong. I wrote this op-ed column prior to Election Day, so I am particularly interested in how Mark Walker and Richard Ellis are feeling today. They made the state treasurer’s GOP runoff far more newsworthy than anyone could have imagined, but in the wrong way. . . Mutual allegations of illegal acts fuel voter apathy (and disgust) like nothing else.”

June 22, 2008: “Tuesday’s voters may end the malice” by Robert Gehrke (The Salt Lake Tribune) ”‘…Cannon’s strength is his polling and knowledge of which voters to get out to vote,’ said Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the …”

June 20, 2008: “S.L. County mayor’s pocketbook plump” by Jeremiah Settler (The Salt Lake Tribune) ”… his challenger’s $7300 pot - Hinckley Institute of Politics Director Kirk Jowers says it isn’t excessive for a campaign in Utah’s most populous county. …“

June 20, 2008: “Obama: No public campaign cash” by Tad Walch (Deseret News) ”‘He said that before he became the greatest fundraising marvel in the history of the United States,’ said Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of …”

June 20, 2008: “Cannon denies link to site — run by one of his staffers — that ripped rival Chaffetz” by Robert Gehrke (The Salt Lake Tribune) ”‘…his challenger’s $7300 pot,’ Hinckley Institute of Politics Director Kirk Jowers says, ‘it isn’t excessive for a campaign in Utah’s most populous county…’”

June 20, 2008: “A.G. Candidates can be replaced” by Sheena McFarland (The Salt Lake Tribune) ”‘The most important thing is to get people involved in democracy both as voters, volunteers and candidates,’ said Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley…“

June 19, 2008: “Monumental Makeover Needed On National Mall” by Phyllis Armstrong (WUSA News ch. 9)

June 10, 2008: “Obama may bring more college students to polls than Clinton would have” by Paul Nelson (KSL 5 News) ”…Hinckley Insitute of Politics Director Kirk Jowers said, “[They were] passionate George W. Bush haters, but not passionate for John Kerry, the man…”

May 29, 2008: KSL Radio’s Mornings with Grant & Amanda interviews Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers regarding President Bush’s visit to Utah.

May 29, 2008: “Bush visits Utah: Little public contact for fundraising trip” by Lisa Riley Roche and Leigh Dethman (Deseret News) ..”Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, said the president’s speech at the Avenues fundraiser ‘was incredible.’ In an outside tent overlooking City Creek Canyon and the state Capitol, Bush reminisced about his two terms in office and described why McCain should succeed him. ‘I’ve heard him speak a number of times, and this was the most powerful, intimate speech I’ve heard him give. Absolutely,’ Jowers told the Deseret News after the event. The president ‘talked very fondly about being president, one great story after another…’”

May 28, 2008: “McCain walks tightrope by not appearing with Bush” by John Hollenhorst (KSL ch. 5 News) ..”Republican analyst Kirk Jowers of theHinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah says the president is still popular with Utah Republicans and with the party’s conservative core. ‘Bush is still the best fundraiser the Republican Party has, and he also motivates some of the core better than almost anyone.’”

May 28, 2008: “Bush’s Utah visit expected to raise millions for McCain” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret News)“‘…most popular politician ever with Mitt Romney,’ said Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and a Romney supporter.”

May 28, 2008: “ASUU seeks early voting for U students ” by Ryan Shelton (The Utah Daily Chronicle)..”‘I’m thrilled that the request has been made,’ saidKirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics. ‘Early voting is critical because people live such active, busy lives. Early voting gives more people an opportunity to participate in the political process.’”

May 28, 2008: “President Bush Visits Utah for John McCain Fundraiser” by Nineveh Dinha (KSTU Fox 13 News)..”Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers is featured in the story discussing the tightrope that Senator McCain walks in taking advantage of President Bush’s fundraising and GOP base-building prowess while not turning off the independents and moderates who disapprove of President Bush.“

May 27, 2008: “Bush Visit May Narrow McCain-Obama Financial Gap” by Andrea Fujii (KSTU Fox 13 News) ”‘He’s kind of graciously turned over those assets to McCain to give him a chance at Barack Obama in a very difficult Republican climate,’ said Kirk Jowers of the Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

May 18, 2008: “Not a superdelegate, state Dem blogger still convention-bound ” Salt Lake Tribune – United States ..”Kirk Jowers, the head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and an unabashed Mitt Romney backer, is making the transition to helping… ”

May 15, 2008: “Bush coming to Utah to raise money for McCain campaign” by Richard Piatt (KSL ch. 5 Eyewitness News) ..“Part of that, according to former Romney staffer Kirk Jowers, is urging former Romney supporters to jump on McCain’s bandwagon. ‘Now, I think the bitter feelings have gone, they’ve mostly gone back to McCain, and I think it’s unlikely that Utah will go from red to blue in this presidential election,’ Jowers said.”

May 14, 2008: “Nightmaire for the Democrats: Rove – the Mischievous Mastermind” by TheSeeker (OpEdNews – Newtown, PA, USA)..“… joined the Pi Kappa Alpha fraternity and through the University’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, was given an internship with the Utah Republican party …“

May 11, 2008: “FLDS issue could hurt Romney’s VP chances” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret News)..“‘…ticket,’ said Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and an early backer of Romney’s failed presidential bid…”

May 9, 2008: “Chris Cannon in for political convention battle” by Chris Vanocur (ABC 4 News)…”Kirk Jowers of the Hinckley Institute of Politics says, ‘I think it’s completely unlikely that we get out of this convention without a primary.’”

May 5, 2008: “Peer-to-peer sharing? Not piracy. Democrats” The party has a new secret weapon to recruit young Utahns: other young Utahns, by Sheena McFarland (Salt Lake Tribune) …”Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, said such peer-to-peer campaigning is highly effective.
‘People have to be able to find the relevance in participating, volunteering and contributing, and there’s no one better than a peer because it’s someone they can automatically relate to,’ Jowers said. ‘I wish the Republicans would focus more on it. The more participation from a wider diversity of people the better.’”

April 30, 2008: “Shurtleff eager to educate Reid on polygamy battle” by Suzanne Struglisski (Deseret Morning News)…”Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, said that Reid’s comments were ‘some kind of overcompensation. … It seemed to be more of a negative way to give him some cover.’ . . . . Jowers said it was not productive for Reid to be “firing shots at his neighboring states.”

April 28, 2008: “Fs criticize Cannon over use of staffers” by Tad Walch (Deseret Morning News)…”Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’sHinckley Institute of Politics, said paying congressional staffers for their campaign work improves transparency.”

April 25, 2008: “Donors: Big firms are generous to incumbents” by Bob Bernick Jr. and Lee Davidson (Deseret News)... “Special interests always want to give to a winner,” says Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. “And incumbents are proven winners. In Utah, particularly, where corporate giving is allowed, that is the lowest-hanging fruit for incumbents. So they take that easy money instead of working harder to raise money from individuals and constituents. Challengers can’t get the special-interest money, so they have to go to individuals.”

April 2008: “Ignorance is no excuse” by Les Roka (Utah CEO Magazine)…”‘Even a seemingly innocent mistake can levy a huge blow to a CEO and his or her business,’ says Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah and a political law expert. ‘There’s so much on the line, and the public policy landscape is so sophisticated and complex, that it makes sense for CEOs to recruit trusted, knowledgeable outside advisers to augment the work of their direct subordinates in this area.’”

April 17, 2008: “College Dems and Repubs spar over Iraq occupation” by Rochelle McConkie (Daily Utah Chronicle)…”College Democrats and Republicans clashed over the question of whether the war in Iraq is making America safer in last night’s debate at the Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

April 8, 2008: “U students explore Turkish language, culture” by Edgar Zuniga, Jr. (Daily Utah Chronicle)…”Native Turkish and Turkish-language students gathered in the Hinckley Institute of Politics on Tuesday to hear Turkish Consul Hakan Tekin speak and learn more about Turkey’s role in United States-Middle Eastern relations.”

April 8, 2008 “Money is this campaign’s real hallmark” by Doug Robinson (Deseret News)…. ” According to Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, if a candidate wants to raise $100 million in a year, he or she must raise $250,000 every day ” or, in other words, collect five of the legal maximum $2,300 individual contributions every single hour of every single day, including weekends, for one year.”

April 7, 2008: “We shall prevail: U honors prominent professor, pollster” by Dustin Gardiner (Daily Utah Chronicle)…”The luncheon was held to raise money for the new Dan E. Jones Future Leaders Scholarship, which will be given to 10 students each year. The Hinckley Institute of Politics has already raised more than $100,000 for the scholarship.”

April 5, 2008: “Candidate: I’m no carpetbagger” by Robert Gehrke (Salt Lake Tribune)…”I do think delegates and voters, when they focus on it, are troubled when someone is not in their district, but I think that’s a secondary, at best, concern for Chaffetz because he’s running against an incumbent and against a well-funded challenger with a real strong Utah name,” said Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah.

April 5, 2008: “Utah pollster hailed for his expertise, contributions” by Wendy Leonard (Deseret Morning News)…”Pollster Dan E. Jones‘ passion for democracy was exhibited during a Friday luncheon honoring him as the newest University of Utah Hinckley Institute of Politics fellow.”

April 5, 2008: “Pollster sees a ’60s reminder” by Cathy McKitrik (Salt Lake Tribune)…”His voice catching at times, Dan Jones catalogued 50 years of American political tumult as he addressed a crowded University of Utah Hinckley Forum on Friday.”

April 4, 2008: “U. Mideast center in turmoil” by Brian Maffly (Salt Lake Tribune)…”Now Karawan, who announced his resignation Wednesday while introducing a Hinckley Institute of Politics lecture, fears the center’s status may be in jeopardy.”

April 4, 2008: “University of Utah honors pollster Dan Jones with scholarship” Richard Piatt reporting (KSL Ch. 5 Eyewitness News)…”He’s called a political icon and a political guru, and he has had a big influence on thousands of young people. Eyewitness News uses him as a political pollster and a consultant. He is Dan Jones, and today a group of powerful and influential people gave him a unique honor.”

April 4, 2008: KSL Radio’s Doug Wright Show interviews Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers regarding the events surrounding Dan Jones as a Hinckley Fellow and the new scholarship being created in Dr. Jones’ name.

April 4, 2008: “Hinckley Institute to honor pollster” by Wendy Leonard (Deseret Morning News)…”For his prominent role in and contributions to Utah politics, Dan E. Jones will be honored by the Hinckley Institute of Politics as an institute fellow, with a scholarship in his name.”

March 31, 2008: “Perspectives on Policy and Society in the Middle East” (Webwire.com)…”The University of Utah’s 2007-2008 Middle East Lecture Series concludes this April with three lectures that will examine varying perspectives on policy and society in the Middle East. Each lecture will take place at 4 p.m. in the Hinckley Caucus Room, 255 Orson Spencer Hall, and is free and open to the public.”

March 30, 2008: “U of U Student GetsTruman Scholarship” (KUTV Ch. 2 News)…”A University of Utah student has been selected to receive the prestigious Truman Scholarship. Ingrid Price is one of 65 students selected from 283 colleges and universities nationwide for the Truman Scholarship.”

March 30, 2008: “University of Utah student wins national award” by Wendy Leonard (Deseret Morning News)…”Ingrid Price was named on Wednesday as one of 65 students selected as Truman Scholars from 283 colleges and universities nationwide. Price, 21, is a junior at the U. working on an honors degree in political science and international studies and will graduate in May 2009.”

March 30, 2008: “Pollster Dan Jones deserving of honor” Frank Pignanelli and LaVarr Web (Deseret Morning News)…”On Friday, the Hinckley Institute of Politics will honor pollster and political scientist Dan Jones (who polls for the Deseret Morning News) for five decades of service and inspiration to the community. The public is invited to this event at noon, April 4 at Rice Eccles Stadium Tower. Proceeds will be dedicated to the Dan E. Jones Future Leaders Scholarship.”

March 27, 2008: “Dems make strong caucus showing” by J Pyrah (Daily Herald)…”Kirk Jowers of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah said there are four reasons the caucuses drew high numbers…”

March 27, 2008: Fox 13 News’ Kirk Yuhnke interviewed Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers regarding McCain’s visit to Salt Lake City.

March 27, 2008: “Sarkozy improving French, U.S. Relations, ambassador says” by Andrew Cone (Daily Utah Chronicle)…”‘The relationship between our two countries has been changing for the last eight or nine months since Nicolas Sarkozy has been elected,” Vimont said Tuesday during a speech at theHinckley Institute of Politics. ‘There is definitely an improvement and a change in the atmosphere of the relation between our two countries.’”

March 27, 2008: “Mitt joins McCain today for fundraiser” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret Morning News)…”Kirk Jowers, a longtime Romney supporter and the head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, said the joint appearance will help McCain win over Utahns still upset over seeing their preferred candidate knocked out of the running. ‘Romney’s attending this McCain event will have a huge impact on people healing from the primary contest and ultimately being able to accept McCain instead of Romney as the GOP nominee,’ Jowers said.\

March 26, 2008: KSL Ch. 5 Eyewitness News’ Rich Piatt interviewed Hinckley Institute of Politics Director Kirk Jowers regarding the impact of the Utah Priorities Project.

March 26, 2008: “U student receives a $30,000 Truman Scholarship” by Dustin Gardiner (Daily Utah Chronicle)…”With the help of the U’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, she has since applied that early interest and served globally with the U.S. Mission to NATO in Belgium and locally with political campaigns and a refugee assistance group. On Tuesday, she gained national recognition for her efforts. Price, a junior in political science and international relations major, was named a 2008 Truman Scholar. She is one of 65 recipients of the Harry S. Truman Scholarship, a $30,000 prize for undergraduate students interested in public service. Almost 600 candidates were nominated for the award.

March 25, 2008: Hinckley Institute of Politics Director Kirk Jowers appears in studio on FOX 13′s Good Day Utah to explain Utah’s caucuses.

March 24, 2008: Fox 13 News‘ Andrea Fujii interviewed Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers regarding Utah’s caucuses.

March 15, 2008: “U. forum examines Utah’s gerrymandering” by Cathy McKitrick (The Salt Lake Tribune)…”A forum held Thursday at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics examined the idea of an independent commission redrawing boundary lines.”

March 13, 2008: “Leavitt’s brother files against Cannon” (KSL Ch. 5 Eyewitness News)…” Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, said Leavitt probably has a better campaign operation than Chaffetz so far and is Cannon’s most formidable opponent. “He seems to not be making the same mistake past challengers have made, which is to almost exclusively be a one-trick pony on immigration,” Jowers said.

March 13, 2008: “Leavitt’s brother files against Cannon” (Daily Herald)…” Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, said Leavitt probably has a better campaign operation than Chaffetz so far and is Cannon’s most formidable opponent. “He seems to not be making the same mistake past challengers have made, which is to almost exclusively be a one-trick pony on immigration,” Jowers said.

March 12, 2008: Fox 13 News’ Katy Carlyle interviewed Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers regarding McCain’s vice-presidential options.

March 12, 2008: “Mitt would be honored if v.p. choice” by Suzanne Struglinski (Deseret Morning News)…”Ardent Romney supporter Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, said putting him on the ticket makes sense although it’s unlikely McCain would choose a running mate before the Democrats select their own nominee.”

March 11, 2008: Mitt Romney Says He Would Accept Vice Presidential Slot” Christina Flores reporting (KUTV Ch. 2 News)…”Everyone says they don’t want to be vice president, but if you can’t be president… it’s not a bad spot to be in,” said Kirk Jowers, head of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah.”

March 11, 2008: “Parties compare differences in final debate” by Michael McFall (Daily Utah Chronicle)…”The parties competing in student government elections this year pointed out differences between each party’s plans for uniting student groups and informing the student body about opportunities on campus during a debate at the Hinckley Institute of Politics on Monday.”

March 10, 2008: “Rolly: Who wants to play Name that Registry?” by Paul Rolly (Salt Lake Tribune)…” One Hinckley Institute of Politics intern, Lauren Carpenter, e-mailed the campaign expressing her concern about soliciting political volunteers through government e-mails. A campaign staffer then called her on her cell phone to discuss the point.”

March 7, 2008: “McCain Accepts Controversial Endorsement” by Peggy Fletcher Stack (The Salt Lake Tribune)… Every endorsement and contribution comes with “baggage,” says Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. ”You need support from a majority of people to get elected,” said Jowers, who was a Romney supporter. “The most difficult part is that sometimes you need the support of people for whom you have real reservations about their positions or actions.”

March 5, 2008: Hinckley Institute of Politics Director Kirk Jowers appears in studio on FOX 13′s Good Day Utah to discuss Make-or-Break Tuesday results.

March 4, 2008: KSL Radio’s Doug Wright Show interviews Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers regarding Make-or-Break Tuesday.”

March 4, 2008: “Elements of ‘perfect storm’ threaten U.S. , says former White House advisor” by Dan Treasure (Daily Utah Chronicle)…”Stephen Studdert, a former senior White House adviser to U.S. Presidents Ford, Reagan and Bush Sr., spoke at the Hinckley Caucus Room on Feb. 28 about the threats the country is facing and what the government should do about them.”

March 3, 2008: “Stop paying Pakistan, says nation’s former judge” by Dave Roberts (Daily Utah Chronicle)…”Rajput and former Pakistani judge Chaudry Ali discussed the current situation in Pakistan during a forum at the Hinckley Institute of Politics on Thursday. Rajput explained how Pakistan’s current problems stem directly from issues that have existed since the nation was formed.”

February 28, 2008: “U.S. called a house of cards just on brink” by Jason Lee (Deseret Morning News)…”Speaking Wednesday at the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, Stephen M. Studdert, author of the book “America in Danger, What You Must Know to Protect Yourself,” said the country is facing economic threats on various levels, including growing government and corporate debt.”

February 27, 2008: “Kosovo independence not ‘happy ending’ diplomat says” by Dave Roberts (Daily Utah Chronicle)…”‘Despite all of our efforts, still today, the Balkans region is still an unstable one,’ Montgomery told a group of U students, professors and community members Tuesday. Montgomery, who spoke at the Hinckley Institute of Politics, has been a columnist since he retired in 2004. He is a former career diplomat and U.S. ambassador to Bulgaria, Croatia and Serbia and Montenegro.”

February 26, 2008: “Activism for Social Change” (Webwire.com)…”The community panel, titled Activism Embodied: Women in Politics, will be held Tuesday, Mar. 11 from 10:45 to 11:45 in the Hinckley Institute of Politics, Orson Spencer Hall, 260 Central Campus Drive”

February 26, 2008: “Romney’s son may run for Congress” by Cathy McKitrick (Salt Lake Tribune)…”‘Josh is incredibly bright, very able,’ said Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. “He’s really learned the art of politics over this last year, campaigning so hard for his father.”

February 25, 2008: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers is interviewed by KUTV 2News’ Katie Baker regarding the potential vice-presidential candidates for GOP nominee John McCain and Josh Romney’s potential candidacy against Congressman Jim Matheson.

February 25, 2008: “‘Heart’ of Hinckley Institute remembered” by Ana Breton (Daily Utah Chronicle)…. Bea Gardner encouraged dialogue on campus about politics and helped bridge connections between national politics and students, he said. “If (former institute director) J.D. Williams was the father of the institute, then Bae was the mother of the institute,” Hansen said. “She was the constant that made this institute magic.”

February 22, 2008: “Comprehensive info guide is solution to health care problem, Leavitt says” by Dustin Gardiner (Daily Utah Chronicle)…”The former governor made his comments while speaking to a crowd of students at the Hinckley Institute of Politics on Thursday. His speech focused on health care reform and the safety of imported goods.”

February 21, 2008: “Mormons Gnashing their Teeth” (The Economist)…”Mike Huckabee took Iowa and the South, however, areas filled with evangelicals whom Mr Romney needed to win. In Utah you could almost hear the wailing and gnashing of teeth, says Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’sHinckley Institute of Politics. In a poll taken just after Mr Romney left the race, only 30% of Utahns said they would vote for Mr McCain; 25% said they would choose Barack Obama.

February 21, 2008: “Bishop condemns the federal government” by Rochelle McConkie (Daily Utah Chronicle)…”Utah Rep. Rob Bishop advocated state and local government authority over federal government authority at the Hinckley Institute of Politics on Wednesday, saying his mission in Congress is to “lose power” by the time he leaves the House of Representatives.”

February 21, 2008: “Bae B. Gardner, author and educator, dies at 82″ (Deseret Morning News)…”Renowned Utah author, educator and administrator Bae B. Gardner, who served as assistant director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics for 23 years, passed away this week at the age of 82.”

February 20, 2008: “Bae Gardner, beloved administrator at Hinckley Institute, dies at 81″ by Paul Rolly (Salt Lake Tribune)...”Gardner, an institution in the U.’s political science department who served the Hinckley Institute as secretary and assistant director for 22 years, died Tuesday at her home in Salt Lake City from a stroke. She was 81.”

February 20, 2008: “Islamist Participation in Arab Politics” (Webwire.com)…”Hamzaway will present a lecture titled Patterns and Challenges of Islamist Participation in Arab Politics. The event will take place Thursday, Feb. 21 at 3:30 p.m. in the Hinckley Caucus Room, Orson Spencer Hall 255, on the University of Utah campus. The Middle East Lecture Series are free and open to the public.”

February 19, 2008: “There was no shortage of good candidates in 2008″ by Kirk Jowers, Director of the Hinckley Institute, and Bryson Morgan, Communications Director of the Hinckley Institute (Daily Utah Chronicle)…”Excitement is not only in the air, but in the numbers, as well. To date, more than 33 million Americans have cast votes in state presidential primaries and caucuses. Young voters are doubling and even quadrupling youth voter primary election participation rates in most states, and Democrats have more than doubled their voting participation from 2000. More than 400,000 voters participated in the Utah presidential primary — up from 108,000 in 2000.”

February 15, 2008: “Mitt’s move may open more doors” by Lisa Riley Roche and Suzanne Struglinski (The Deseret News)……“I’m not sure ” and indeed doubt ” anything concrete was offered for this endorsement,” said Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and a longtime Romney supporter.

February 14, 2008: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers is interviewed by KSL Ch. 5 Eyewitness News regarding Mitt Romney’s decision to endorse Senator John McCain as the Republican presidential nominee: ”I think Huckabee is not enough of a factor for that to really enter into Romney’s thinking,” said Kirk Jowers, of the Hinckley Institute of Politics.

February 14, 2008: KSL Radio’s Andrew Adams interviews Hinckley Institute Director Kirk L. Jowers regarding Mitt Romney’s decision to endorse Senator John McCain as the Republican presidential nominee: ”Romney is, I think, easily a top five for McCain, but it’s hard to get much beyond that,” Jowers said.

February 14, 2008: “Journalist ‘not optomistic’ about Middle East” by Ryan Shelton (Daily Utah Chronicle)…”Bronner, the deputy foreign editor at The New York Times, spoke to crowds at the Hinckley Institute of Politics and the Utah Museum of Fine Arts on Tuesday about unrest in the Middle East, the war in Iraq, and The Times‘ responsibility to report on global conflicts and inform the American public.”

February 12, 2008: “Huckabee: Perceived anti-lds comment taken out of context, misunderstood” by Thomas Burr (Salt Lake Tribune)…”Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute for Politics and a Romney friend and supporter, said he wonders whether Huckabee’s response Tuesday was ‘revisionist history.’ ‘[But] I’m very happy to hear him say that,’ Jowers said. ‘And I suppose the best thing to do is accept him at his word. However, his approach to Romney’s religion seemed very different in the days leading up to Iowa.’

February 10, 2008: “Walsh: Republican Party leaves Mitt in cold” by Rebecca Walsh (Salt Lake Tribune)…”‘We saw a nasty underside of some of the far-right Republicans,” says Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and a Romney insider. “If Huckabee had gotten the nomination, they’d never have seen me again.’”

February 8, 2008: “Quitting race may help Romney run a future one” by Larry Eichel (Philadelphia Inquirer)…”‘Absolutely,’ said Romney supporter Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah. ‘Republicans love to take kind of the next person in line. That was true with [President] Reagan, [former Kansas Sen. Bob] Dole and now McCain. I think most people would consider Romney next in line, whether it’s 2012 if a Democrat wins in 2008 or perhaps 2016 if Senator McCain wins.’”

February 8, 2008: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers appeared on KUED-TV Ch. 7′s Utah Now to discuss Mitt Romney’s decision to susped his presidential campaign.

February 8, 2008: “Reaction to Mitt Romney’s withdrawal from campaign” (Deseret Morning News)…”‘I and many Utahns are saddened by the news that Mitt Romney will not be our next president of the United States but proud of the class with which he ran and ended his campaign. He made an important mark in conservative politics and religion in America and will continue to be a major figure for as long as I can see.’ ” Kirk Jowers, director of University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and head of Romney’s Commonwealth PAC.”

February 8, 2008: “Don’t rule out Mitt as v.p. candidate, some say” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret Morning News)…”‘That’s money that could help McCain, who has lagged behind other candidates in fund-raising’, said Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and a Romney supporter. ‘I would imagine that McCain would put Romney at the very top of his potential vice-presidential picks because of his wide support around the country, his ability to raise money and his personal financial resources,’ Jowers said.”

February 8, 2008: “Forlorn dream: End for Romney’s campaign began in Iowa” by Thomas Burr (Salt Lake Tribune)…”This race had so many moments where a little thing here or there could have changed everything,” says Kirk Jowers, a Romney friend and supporter who runs the University of UtahHinckley Institute of Politics. “There was a moment when Romney was seen as the presumptive nominee by many, was leading or within margin of error in many early states and seemed almost invincible.” But, he adds, “Huckabee’s victory in Iowa opened the door for McCain’s victory in New Hampshire and forever changed the trajectory in the race.”

February 8, 2008: Students disappointed by Romney’s withdrawal” by Rochelle McConkie (Daily Utah Chronicle)…”I still feel he’s the best person to be the president of the United States, but Super Tuesday didn’t go as well as hoped,” said Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics and Romney supporter. “I am proud of the decision Romney made to allow his party to rally support for Sen. (John) McCain.”

February 8, 2008: “Romney’s exit disappoints strong Utah following” by Brock Vergakis (NCTimes.com)…”Some of Romney’s backers said they’re already looking to future elections, contending Romney could still be president. ‘Absolutely,’ said Romney supporter Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah. ‘Republicans love to take kind of the next person in line. That was true with (President Ronald) Reagan, (former Kansas Sen. Bob) Dole and now McCain. I think most people would consider Romney next in line, whether it’s 2012 if a Democrat wins in 2008 or perhaps 2016 if Senator McCain wins.’”

February 8, 2008: “Romney isn’t giving up race, despite Super Tuesday losses” by LIsa Riley Roche Deseret Morning News….Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and a longtime Romney supporter, said that despite Romney’s resources, he may end up making the same decision that McCain did after running out of money

February 7, 2008: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers is interviewed by Fox 13 News regarding presidential candidate Mitt Romney’s decision to suspend his campaign.

February 7, 2008: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers is interviewed by KSL Ch. 5 Eyewitness News regarding presidential candidate Mitt Romney’s decision to suspend his campaign.

February 7, 2008: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers is interviewed by ABC 4 Close to Home News regarding presidential candidate Mitt Romney’s decision to suspend his campaign.

February 7, 2008: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers is interviewed by KUTV 2News regarding presidential candidate Mitt Romney’s decision to suspend his campaign.

February 7, 2008: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk L. Jowers was interviewed by several local, national, and international media outlets regarding the Super Tuesday elections.

February 7, 2008: “Utahns react with disappointment to Romney’s withdrawal” Annie Cutler reporting (ABC 4 Close to Home News)…”Kirk Jowers, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics says, I think his vision of America, the core of the family, those types of values I think that’s where he’ll have a real lasting impact.

February 7, 2008 “For once Utah Democrats get the spotlight” By Rebecaa Walsh (Salt Lake Tribune)… ”When you’re competing in 21 contests, you have to pick your battles,” says Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.

February 7, 2008: “More youth choosing to vote” by Rochelle McConkie (Daily Utah Chronicle)…”Bryson Morgan, a recent U graduate and staffer at theHinckley Institute of Politics, said young voters want change the most are are “extremely idealistic.” Morgan said youth voters tend to vote democratic and are more connected with candidates such as Obama”

February 6, 2008: Kirk Jowers from the Hinckley Institute of Politics appeared in studio on FOX 13′s Good Day Utah to discuss Super Tuesday results.

February 6, 2008: “Ted Wilson is new head of Utah Rivers Council” (Salt Lake Tribune)…”He replaces Merritt Frey, who has accepted a position with River Network, a national alliance of river protection managers. She will manage the Western Clean Water Project. Wilson was the capital city’s mayor from 1976 to 1985. He directed the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics for 18 years, retiring in 2004.

February 6, 2008: “U reacts to statewide Romney landslide, Obama victory” by Dustin Gardiner (Daily Utah Chronicle)…”Bryson Morgan, a recent U graduate and Hinckley Institute staffer, said Romney’s lead in Utah can be attributed to more than his LDS faith. Although Morgan voted for McCain, he said many Utahns like Romney because he successfully ran the 2002 Olympics following a scandal and shares their views. “Romney in a way saved Utah from international embarrassment over the Olympics,” Morgan said.

February 6, 2008: ABC 4′s Chris Vanocur speak with Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers regarding Romney’s Super Tuesday loss.

February 5, 2008: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk L. Jowers was interviewed by several local, national, and international media outlets regarding the Super Tuesday elections.

February 5, 2008: FOX 13′s Max Roth takes a look at the Super Tuesday election. Use the video window at left to watch part 1, then use the SideBar links below to watch parts 2-5. In parts 4 and 5, Max is joined by Kirk Jowers of the Hinckley Institute of Politics.

February 5, 2008: National Public Radio broadcasted nationally live from the Hinckley Institute of Politics’ Election Night Party.

February 5, 2008: KSL Ch. 5 Eyewitness News broadcasted live from the Hinckley Institute of Politics‘ Election Night Party.

February 5, 2008: Fox 13 Utah broadcasted live from the HInckley Institute of Politics‘ Election Night Party.

February 5, 2008 “2008 Primaries attract young Utah voters” Jill Atwood (ABC 4 Close to Home News)…”We use a lot of non traditional media like FaceBook, MySpace, email, text messaging, to encourage students to get out and vote and it seems to be very effective,” says poll worker Bryson Morgan.” Video.

February 5, 2008: “U Democrats endorse Clinton” by Dustin Gardiner (Daily Utah Chronicle)…”A straw poll conducted by the U’s Hinckley Institute of Politics in October showed that Obama was the favorite Democratic candidate among the nearly 1,800 students surveyed.”

February 4, 2008: “Dems hope voters won’t soon forget vouchers” by Donald W. Meyers (Salt Lake Tribune)…”But whether vouchers become a litmus test for many incumbents, the University of Utah’s Kirk Jowers said that issue might only affect races where moderate and independent voters hold sway. ‘It will be one of many factors,’ said the director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the U. ‘A huge part is how gerrymandered the district is,’ Jowers said, pointing out that a district designed to protect a Republican may not be influenced as much.”

February 4, 2008: “Campaign hits Utah, finally” by Elaine Jarvik (Deseret Morning News)…”But this year Utah is part of the Super Tuesday primaries and caucuses, and the Democratic vote here is still seen as “up in the air,” said Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah.”

February 4, 2008: “Obama can restore U.S. relations, adviser says” by Rochelle McConkie (Daily Utah Chronicle)…”These are pivotal times where we face enormous challenges. We have no time to waste,” Rice said during her visit to the U’s Hinckley Institute of Politics on Feb. 1.”

February 4, 2008: “Homelesness continues to increase, panel says” by Andrew Cone (Daily Utah Chronicle)…”The amount of homeless people in Salt Lake City is increasing, according to a panel of experts who spoke at the Hinckley Institute of Politics on Friday.”

February 3, 2008: Fox 13 Evening News’s Max Roth interviews Hinckley Institute Director Kirk L. Jowers for a Superbowl evening story titled: “Super Tuesday is Biggest Primary Voting Day in U.S. History.”

February 2, 2008: “Utahns Mitt’s biggest fan” by Lee Davidson and Bob Bernick, Jr. (Deseret Morning News)…”Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, said about Romney’s fund raising in Utah, “The $5.2 million is a jaw-dropping number … Mitt’s support here is so broad and so deep, very impressive.”

February 2, 2008: “Forum: local efforts have an effect” by Brian Maffly (Salt Lake Tribune)…The panel featured four Utah mayors and the governor’s energy adviser, Dianne Nielson. U. President Michael Young welcomed the panelists, touting what the university has done to curb its use of fossil fuels, the primary producer of carbon dioxide.

February 1, 2008: “Romney’s cash cow: When Mitt needs funds, it’s to Utah he comes” by Thomas Burr (Salt Lake Tribune)…”For Romney to raise that amount of money in one year is almost mind-blowing because he’s had to raise it $2,300 or less at a time,” says Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and a Romney supporter.”

February 1, 2008: “Romney gets 90 percent of Utah contributors” by Thomas Burr (Salt Lake Tribune)…”For Romney to raise that amount of money in one year is almost mind-blowing because he’s had to raise it $2,300 or less at a time,” says Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and a Romney supporter.”

February 1, 2008: “Panelists at U. ponder ways to battle warming” by Wendy Leonard (Deseret Morning News)…”Mayors representing constituencies across the state participated in a panel discussion Thursday night as part of the global discussion on climate change.”

February 1, 2008: “Demo hopefulls light fire under Utah, U.S. voters” by Lucinda Dillon Kinkead (Deseret Morning News)…”It’s not only that Demos have two historic, interesting candidates, says Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah. “Add to that the unprecedented success in raising money for the party and a mostly unpopular president, and the result is probably the most optimistic Democratic core we’ve seen in decades.”

January 31, 2008: Hinckley Institute Program Coordinator Amy Code was interviewed by Azadeh of KRCL radio regarding Focus the Nation a national grassroots initiative to mobilize students around the country to combat climate change.

January 31, 2008: “Immigration: Republicans vocal, Dems quiet” by Jennifer Sanchez (Salt Lake Tribune)…”However, Republicans are also much more divided on how they would solve the immigration issue, notes Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics”

January 30, 2008: “Scholar says Chinese films less censored” by Edgar Zuniga (Daily Utah Chronicle)…Song made his comments during a lecture at theHinckley Institute of Politics on Thursday, entitled “Politics and Film: Evolution of Chinese Contemporary Cinema.”

January 29, 2008: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk L. Jowers was interviewed by Daniel Carrillo of Univision television regarding the upcoming 2008 Utah Presidential Primary election.

January 27, 2008: “Barack Obama and Chelsea Clinton Will Visit Utah” Fox 13′s Candice Gale interviewed Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowersregarding the top two Democratic presidential candidates’ battle in Utah.

January 23, 2008: “European Union Ambassador to Visit Utah” (Businesswire.com)…”Ambassador Bruton will speak to students at Brigham Young University as part of the university’s Ambassadorial lecture series, and hold a lecture at the Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

January 17, 2008: “Hinckley Institute of Politics Legislative Preview Forum” by Lara Jones (KCPW)…”The Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah hosted a Legislative Preview Forum this morning. Moderated by KCPW’s Lara Jones, the panel featured Senator Pat Jones (D-Salt Lake County), assistant minority whip and minority caucus manager; Senator Howard Stephenson (R-Draper); Representative James Dunnigan (R-Taylorsville); and Representative Carol Spackman Moss (D-Holladay), assistant minority whip. Rep. Dunnigan leads off:”

January 16, 2008: “Questions raised over gifts given to Attorney General” Debbie Dujanovic reporting (KSL Ch. 5 Eyewitness News)…”Bryson Morganreviews ethics issues for the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the U of U. He said, “With these types of cases, perception is reality. The assumption many voters have is if their elected official is traveling to the Bahamas and speaking at this convention, then he or she is going to be more likely to side with them.”

January 14, 2008: “Funding tops U’s wish list” by Rochelle McConkie (Daily Utah Chronicle)…”The U would use funding to increase the number of students who study or complete internships abroad. This would include offering more programs and increasing staff in the Hinckley Institute of Politicsand the International Center. State funds would help offset costs for international experiences.

January 10, 2008: “Romney rakes in $5 million, shifts his attention to Michigan” by Suzanne Struglinski and Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret Morning News)…”Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and a Romney supporter, thinks Romney can still win despite early setbacks. “As long as Romney continues to pick up silver and an occasional gold, then ultimately he will prevail,” Jowers said, because he’s amassing delegates and is the only candidate competing in every race.

January 9, 2008: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers is intervewed by Lara Jones on KCPW’s Midday Metro about the New Hampshire primary results.

January 9, 2008: “Romney again settles for silver, forges ahead” by Suzanne Struglinski (Deseret Morning News)…”Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and a Romney supporter, said Utahns shouldn’t be discouraged by Romney’s performance in Iowa and New Hampshire. ‘If anything it should energize Utahns who support Mitt to jump in even harder. He’s a serious contender,’ Jowers said. ‘Now is the time to support him and help him prevail in Michigan.’”

January 9, 2008: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers appeared in studio on FOX 13′s “Good Day Utah” to analyze the New Hampshire primary election results.

January 8, 2008: “Romney falls in New Hampshire” by Thomas Burr (Salt Lake Tribune)…”Kirk Jowers, a Romney supporter and friend and head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, says the loss puts a lot of pressure on the campaign to take Michigan’s primary next week. But, he adds, ‘Romney is the one candidate who has not put all of his chips on one state,’ Jowers said. ‘The fact he is willing to compete in every state makes him far less vulnerable than the media would like to portray.’”

January 8, 2008: “Romney Needs New Hampshire Win” Fox 13′s Kirk Yuhnke interviewed Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers regarding the New Hampshire primary election.

January 8, 2008:” Presidential nominee supporters watch NH primary closely” Whit Johnson and Carole Mikita reporting (KSL Ch. 5 Eyewitness News)…”Kirk Jowers, with the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, said, ‘A fatal blow to most people is not a fatal blow to Romney. He will be in this thing until he either wins or at least until March, and no other candidate can say that.’

January 3, 2008: “Rocky Anderson’s Impact on Salt Lake City” (KUER’s RadioWest) Hinckley Institute Director Kirk L. Jowers discussed what Mayor Anderson’s two terms have meant for the city and the state with KUER’s RadioWest host Doug Fabrizio.

2007 MEDIA COVERAGE

December 21, 2007: “Huckabee’s tenure as governor saw many gifts bestowed on Arkansas official” by Julia Malone (Kansas City Star)…”Most governors in this day and age become much more circumspect in what they accept, if only to avoid the appearance of impropriety, said Kirk Jowers, who specializes in political law at the Washington, D.C., firm of Caplin & Drysdale.”

December 18, 2007: “A Hispanic cleric criticizes Romney’s stance on illegals” by Deborah Bulkeley (Deseret Morning News)…”Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah and a Romney supporter, has in the past spoken in favor of a Utah law that provides some undocumented college students in-state tuition. “Romney at his core is a brilliant problem solver, and I have a lot of faith in his ability to look at all sides of the issue and ultimately come up with a, perhaps, out-of-the-box solution that will deal wisely and compassionately with everyone involved,” Jowers said.”

December 17, 2007: “Question of ehtics: Developers defend campaign contributions, but some candidates spurn their cash” by Steve Gehrke (Salt Lake Tribune)…”Political expert Kirk Jowers points out that contributions are just part of the democratic process, and developers’ involvement in government can be a good thing.”

December 17, 2007: “Churchgrs should be politics-drs” by Kirk Jowers (Deseret Morning News)…”Beyond a new gym membership and vowing to lose 15 pounds, consider another New Year’s resolution: political participation.
Not only is political involvement easier than giving up chocolate, there has never been a more exciting year to play a role in the American democratic process. We are in the middle of perhaps the most dramatic presidential race in recent history. The issues are momentous and the stakes are high. For the first time in decades there is no heir apparent. Political fortunes change daily. An increasingly electrifying race offers candidates who are as diverse as they are interesting ” the first woman, black or Mormon president.”

December 15, 2007: “Could Clinton be a disaster for Dems in West?” by Thomas Burr (Salt Lake Tribune)…”But Millin says that a Clinton presidential nomination could hurt such party momentum, a point also made by Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah Hinckley Institute of Politics. “It’s mostly unfair, but Hillary ds have an extraordinary amount of baggage in Utah and in the West,” Jowers says. “All indicators are that this should be a strong year for Democrats, but I think the biggest fear for Utah and Western Democrats is that Hillary Clinton ends up versus Mitt Romney.”

December 10, 2007: Current TV’s Scott Lambson interviewed Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers, Hinckley staff members, and University of Utah students regarding Utah political history, current trends, and the 2008 presidential election.

December 8, 2007: “Mitt’s speech a big hit with Utahns” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret Morning News)…”Many Utahns have been startled to realize,Jowers said, that a significant core of the Republican Party believes that Mormons may not be eligible to be president because of their beliefs. “As American children, we always hear than anyone can grow up to be president, but LDS children were hearing, perhaps for the first time, that that aspiration didn’t apply to them in the minds of some of the religious right,” he said.”

December 7, 2007: “Romney addresses faith” by Michael McFall (Daily Utah Chronicle)…”Students, professors and reporters gathered in the Hinckley Institute of Politics early Thursday morning to watch Romney’s “Faith in America” address, expecting a disclosure of his specific spiritual beliefs and how they relate to his politics.”

December 7, 2007: “Symphony of faith: Mormon candidate hails religious liberty” by J Pyrah (Provo Daily Herald)…”It definitely ds not put the whole religion issue to rest,” said Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley
Institute of Politics at the University of Utah.”

December 7, 2007: “Many Utahns think Romney struck balance” (Ogden Standard Examiner): ”I thought he was sincere and earnest and hit the exact right balance,” said Kirk Jowers, a Romney supporter who is director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah. ”My observation so far, watching national pundits and bloggers, is that people, even skeptics, were very impressed with the speech,” Jowers said.

December 7, 2007: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers appeared on FOX 13′s “Good Day Utah” to analyze the Romney’s Faith in America speech.

December 6, 2007: ABC 4, Salt Lake City – “Reaction to Romney’s ‘Faith’ speech mixed” Kirk Jowers, Hinckley Institute of Politics, is quoted.

December 6, 2007: “Romney praised in Utah for avoiding specifics of mormonism” (KUTV Ch. 2 News)…”‘I had no expectations that he would get into the theological weeds of Mormonism. There simply isn’t the time to address all of the issues that some people may have with the Mormon faith,” said Kirk Jowers, a Romney supporter and director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah.”

December 6, 2007: KUER Metro News interviews Hinckley Institute of Politics Director, Kirk Jowers, regarding implications of Romney’s speech.

December 6, 2007: “Romney, relenting, will talk about religion” by Thomas Fitzgerald (Philadelphia Inquirer)…”Running for president is a full-time reality show, and people expect all you’ve got,” said Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah.”

December 6, 2007: KSL Radio’s Mornings with Grant & Amanda interviews Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers regarding his predictions of presidential candidate’s Mitt Romney’s Faith in America speech and the impact of his address.

December 6, 2007: KSL TV’s Carole Mikita broadcast from the Hinckley Institute Caucus Room during presidential candidate’s Mitt Romney’s Faith in America speech and interviewed Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers and University of Utah students regarding their reactions to the speech.

December 6, 2007: KSL Radio’s Adam Thomas broadcast from the Hinckley Institute Caucus Room during presidential candidate’s Mitt Romney’s Faith in America speech and interviewed Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers and University of Utah students regarding their reactions to the speech.

December 6, 2007: Channel 4 broadcast from the Hinckley Institute Caucus Room during presidential candidate’s Mitt Romney’s Faith in America speech and interviewed Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers and University of Utah students regarding their reactions to the speech.

December 6, 2007: Fox 13′s Nineveh Dinha broadcast from the Hinckley Institute Caucus Room during presidential candidate’s Mitt Romney’s Faith in America speech and interviewed Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers and University of Utah students regarding their reactions to the speech.

December 6, 2007: “Romney praised in Utah for avoiding specifics of Mormonism” (KMTV Ch. 11 News Idaho)…”Here’s what some of them have to say: Romney supporter and Hinckley Institute of Politics head Kirk Jowers says Romney didn’t have enough time to address all of the issues some people have with the Mormon faith.”

December 6, 2007: Channel 2′s Ron Bird interviewed Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers and University of Utah students regarding their reactions to presidential candidate’s Mitt Romney’s Faith in America speech.

December 6, 2007: Mitt Romney is giving his “JFK Speech” on Thursday. Slipping in the polls with nearly a quarter saying they’re reluctant to vote for Mormon candidate, Romney is formally addressing the issue of his religion. Doug talks to Ron Elving, senior Washington editor for NPR News, and Kirk Jowers of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics about the impact of Romney’s remarks.

December 6, 2007: Delaware Radio Station WDEL’s Allan Loudel interviewed Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers regarding his presidential candidate’s Mitt Romney’s Faith in America speech.

December 6, 2007: “Romney seeks to calm fears over his faith” by Andrea Ward (MSNBC/Financial Times)…”Kirk Jowers, political scientist at the University of Utah, says Mr Romney must convince voters the LDS church will not have undue influence in a Romney administration, just as Mr Kennedy offered similar assurances about the Vatican. But he believes the main purpose of the speech should be to acknowledge differences between Mormonism and other Christian faiths, while stressing their shared values.”

December 4, 2007: “Mitt’s ‘JFK’ speech called ‘wild gamble’” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret Morning News)…”It’s probably the epitome of a high-stakes moment in a campaign,” said Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and a Romney supporter. “He has the unenviable position of trying to strike the right balance.”

December 4, 2007: “Romney to give religion speech” by Logan Molyneux and J Pyrah (Daily Herald)…”Kennedy gave a legitimately great speech. It’s really like being asked to give the second Gettysburg address,” said Kirk Jowers of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah.

December 3, 2007: “Voters, pundits, contemplate Romney’s LDS speech” Brent Hunsaker reporting (ABC Ch. 4 Close to Home News)… For example, Republicans pride themselves on family values, said Kirk Jowers. Jowers is with the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and a Romney supporter. He is the best candidate to represent those family values “ not in spite of his religion, but because of it.

December 3, 2007: “Voters, pundits contemplate Romney’s LDS speech” (ABC Ch. 4 News Utah) For example, Republicans pride themselves on family values, said Kirk Jowers. Jowers is with the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and a Romney supporter. He is the best candidate to represent those family values “ not in spite of his religion, but because of it.

December 3, 2007: “Political Experts Weigh in on Romney’s Planned ˜Faith in America’ Speech” Carole Mikita reporting (KSL Ch. 5 Eyewitness News)… “It’s not for the faint of heart,” Kirk Jowers, of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, said. ‘I think the advisers were nervous to have him do it because it really is, it ds have some high stakes to it. I think Romney will do a masterful job with it, but … there’s certainly an easier way to go, which is not giving the speech.’”

December 3, 2007: “Romney to speak on how Mormon faith might guide Presidency” by Thomas Burr (Salt Lake Tribune)…”Romney has wanted to give this speech for some time, according to supporter Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah Hinckley Institute of Politics. Advisers may be saying don’t do it, Jowers says, but, “This is Romney saying, ‘I’m going to run the race the way I want to, and I’ll take the consequences.”

December 3, 2007: KCPW’s (Utah ‘s NPR station) Bryan Schott interviewed Hinckley Institute of Politics Director Kirk L. Jowers regarding the early states’ presidential horse-race.

December 3, 2007: KSL Radio’s Andrew Adams interviews Hinckley Institute Director Kirk L. Jowers regarding the Romney “JFK” speech.

December 2, 2007: Fox 13 Evening News’s Max Roth interviews Hinckley Institute Director Kirk L. Jowers regarding Mitt Romney’s announcement that he will deliver a speech titled Faith in America at the George Bush Presidential Library in College Station, Texas, on Thursday.

December 2, 2007: Fox 13 Evening News’s Max Roth interviews Hinckley Institute Director Kirk L. Jowers for a national and local feed regarding the impact of the Western states’ early presidential primaries.

November 30, 2007: “Symposium examines social justice” by Clayton Norlen (Daily Utah Chronicle)…”The event, ‘Exploring Social Justice: a student symposium on social justice issues,’ starts today at 1 p.m. in the Hinckley Institute of Politics. The symposium will provide a platform for students enrolled in the course Historic and Contemporary Issues in Social Justice to share their research with the public.”

November 29, 2007: “U. symposium on social justice set” (Deseret Morning News)…”Several issues will be discussed at the two-day forum, the free forum is Friday from 1 to 4 p.m. at the U.’s Hinckley Institute of Politics in room 253 of the U.’s Orson Spencer Hall, and Saturday from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Salt Lake City Library, rooms A and B, at 210 E. 400 South. The symposium is free and open to the public.”

November 29, 2007: “Scholar identifies roots of radical Islam” by Clayton Norlen (Daily Utah Chronicle)…”Lebel, a senior fellow of the Atlantic Council of the United States, spoke about radical Islam in Europe and the strain between European nationals and Muslim immigrants at the U’s Hinckley Institute of Politics on Wednesday. She said the cause of strain is rooted in immigrants’ resistance to integration.”

November 29, 2007: “Utah Muslims are perplexed by Mitt” by Deborah Bulkeley and Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret Morning News)…”‘Ijaz simply got it wrong,’ said Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and a Romney supporter who worked for the candidate as head of his former political action committee. “I’m obviously biased,” Jowers said, “but in my 13 years of knowing Mitt Romney and watching how he works, the comment attributed to him would be so completely out of character, it dsn’t pass the straight-face test to me.”

November 29, 2007: “Social Justice according to students” (webwire)…”The two-day event, titled “Exploring Social Justice: a student symposium on social justice issues” will take place Friday, Nov. 30 from 1 to 4 p.m. in the Hinckley Institute of Politics in Orson Spencer Hall, room 253 on the University of Utah Campus and Saturday, Dec. 1 from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Salt Lake City Main Library room A and B on 210 East, 400 South. The symposium is free and open to the public.”

November 27, 2007: “Back from Iraq, Huntsman says that war-torn nation must ‘get its act together’” by Matthew D. LaPlante (Salt Lake Tribune)…”And that means his words will likely have little effect on Iraq’s leaders, said Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah. “As the governor of the reddest state in the nation and most supporting of President Bush and the Iraq war, what he says is perhaps enlightening,” Jowers said.”

November 24, 2007: Fox 13 Evening News’s Max Roth interviews Hinckley Institute Director Kirk L. Jowers regarding the importance Utah’s significant contributions to presidential candidates.

November 23, 2007: “Utah Primary: Tight races could make state’s delegated golden” by Thomas Burr (Salt Lake Tribune)…”‘Utah will be an important supporting actor to the bigger states,’ says Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah. “If it is still up in the air on Feb. 5 who the parties’ nominees will be, then Utah will play a role because the result in Utah will absolutely be part’ of the puzzle.”

November 21, 2007: “Matheson: Congress politicizing Iraq” by Dustin Gardiner (Daily Utah Chronicle)…’By overpoliticizing the debate about the war in Iraq, both Democrats and Republicans are making it difficult to find a solution to the conflict, Utah Congressman Jim Matheson said. . . . Matheson, who represents Utah’s 2nd District in the U.S. House of Representatives, made his comments during a forum at the U’s Hinckley Institute of Politics on Tuesday.”

November 21, 2007: Fox 13 Evening News’s Max Roth interviews Hinckley Institute Director Kirk L. Jowers regarding the implications of the Michigan Supreme Court’s ruling that the Jan. 15 presidential primary could go forward.

November 18, 2007: Hinckley Fellow Lee Hamilton discusses American foreign policy including the Iraq War and the looming threat posed by Iran on ABC 4′s On the Record with Chris Vanocur on Sunday, November 18th at 9:30 am.

November 13th, 2007: ” Mayor-Elect Working to Update Domestic Partnership Policies” Richard Piatt reporting (KSL Ch. 5 Eyewitness News)… “The progressive community, the lesbian-gay community, is a powerful force in city politics,” explained Kirk Jowers, of the Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

November 13, 2007: “Voucher referendum reveals disconnect between elected officials, voters” by Robert Gehrke (Salt Lake Tribune)…”Of all the members, Curtis may be the legislator most at risk, says Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah.”

November 11, 2007: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers will provided election commentary on ABC 4′s On the Record with Chris Vanocur on Sunday, November 11th at 9:30 am.

November 9, 2007: Hinckley Fellow Lee Hamilton discusses American foreign policy including the Iraq War and the looming threat posed by Iran onUtah Now (Ch. 7) on Friday, November 9th at 8:30pm.

November 8, 2007: “Democrats could capitalize on voucher defeat” by Dustin Gardiner (Daily Utah Chronicle)…”‘This could be a moment for the Democrats to make up some seats, but again it’s always seat by seat, so a wave dsn’t mean as much as you think because redistricting…takes a lot of impact out of a wave,’ said Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute.”

November 7, 2007: Fox 13 Evening News’s Max Roth interviews Hinckley Institute Director Kirk L. Jowers for a national feed regarding the impact of the nation’s first statewide voucher program being soundly defeated at Utah polls.

November 7, 2007: “The Votes are In, What Happens Now?” Richard Piatt and Nicole Gonzales reporting (KSL Ch. 5 Eyewitness News)…”Kirk Jowers, Hinckley Institute of Politics, says, “It certainly shows that the Democratic brand is on the rise and that this race mattered to the Democrats. It’s a non-partisan race, but I was at the Bill Clinton event and when Ralph Becker walked in and got a standing ovation, it was clear that this is very much a partisan race to those in the party.”

November 7, 2007: “Election 2007: Who Won And Why?” Live KCPW/Hinckley Institute Brodcast featuring Dr. Dan Jones, President of Dan Jones and Associates, Kirk Jowers, Director of The Hinckley Institute of Politics, Paul Rolly, Salt Lake Tribune, and Bryan Schott, Moderator, KCPW Radio.

November 7, 2007: “Rocky taking flak for failure of public safety bond” by Jeremiah Stettler (Salt Lake Tribune)…”Even Kirk Jowers, director of the U.’sHinckley Institute of Politics, said Anderson had done a “disservice to democracy” by springing his opposition less than a week before the vote – a move he believes pushed the “no” votes over the top.”

November 7, 2007: “Voters Reject Vouchers” by J Pyrah (Daily Herald)…”‘Huntsman has tried his best to skate through this vote without leaving any marks,’ said Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah. ‘He may get away with it this time, but I think there will be increasing scrutiny on him in the future on whether he will stand up for causes in which he is associated.’

November 7, 2007: “Vouchers Dead” by Tiffany Erickson and Bob Bernick, Jr. (Deseret Morning News)…”‘In money spent it may be unparalleled in Utah, but I think what this lacked is feeling that it was ever a true contest in these past six months,’ said Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Political Institute. ‘There was never a feeling that it was a legitimate contest.’

November 7, 2007: “Ralph Becker: I want us to succeed together” by Derek P. Jensen (Salt Lake Tribune)…”Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, said Becker benefited from being non-Mormon, pro-environment and even-tempered. ‘It was Becker and not Buhler who was seen as the anti-Rocky as far as his approach,’ Jowers said. “Becker was able to win over the get-rid-of-Rocky crowd.”

November 7, 2007: “Becker’s problem solver style spurs hope for less adversarial administration” by Derek P. Jensen (Salt Lake Tribune)…”Still, Kirk Jowers, director of the U.’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, says the rap on Becker is that he has not been very effective on Capitol Hill. “It is imperative that he shows some accomplishments early to dispel that,” Jowers says. “His worst-case scenario: He becomes the Jimmy Carter presidency – a bright, affable man who is not able to move the ball.”

November 7, 2007: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers appeared on FOX 13′s “Good Day Utah” to analyze the 2007 election results.

November 6, 2007: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk L. Jowers appeared in studio as the political analyst for Fox 13 Evening News’s election night coverage.

November 6, 2007: “Voucher Issue Drawing Voters to Polls” Tonya Papanikolas and Mary Richards reporting (KSL Ch. 5 Eyewitness News)…”This voucher issue has cost a lot of money for both camps. So far, they’ve spent over $8 million on things like ads. The Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics says that’s unprecedented. “I’m not aware of anything in the past that would equal the money and volunteer hours that have been spent on this voucher issue,” Director Kirk Jowers said.”

November 5, 2007: KUED’s Newsbreak (Ch. 9) will broadcasted pre-election coverage, including analysis by HIP Director Kirk Jowers on Monday, November 5th at 10:00 pm.

November 4, 2007: Fox 13 Evening News’s Max Roth interviews Hinckley Institute Director Kirk L. Jowers regarding the newest polls regarding vouchers.

November 3, 2007: Fox 13 Evening News’s Max Roth interviews Hinckley Institute Director Kirk L. Jowers regarding the newest polls regarding the Salt Lake City mayoral contest.

November 3, 2007: “Vouchers appear doomed” by Tiffancy Erickson and Bob Bernick, Jr. (Deseret Morning News)…”‘Voucher people have to have an almost mystical belief in their ability to get this vote to overcome the consistency of this 20-point deficit,’ said Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah. ‘It’s quite remarkable to have so many polls remain almost identical for almost five months ” typically you see little bumps and spikes (in different polls) depending on the news, but this seems to show that people are pretty settled on this,’ he said.

November 2, 2007: “Poll: Bush support wavers in Utah” (ABC 4 News)…”‘That’s a striking number,’ Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’sHinckley Institute of Politics, said of the 21 percent. ‘Especially because I think people have adjusted their expectations – and their definition of success – significantly downward at this point,’ he said.

November 2, 2007: “‘Bush’s job rating falls in Utah, poll finds” Associated Press (Daily Herald)…”"That’s a striking number,’ Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, said of the 21 percent. ‘Especially because I think people have adjusted their expectations — and their definition of success — significantly downward at this point,’ he said.”

November 2, 2007: “Even in Republican Utah, support for Iraq War and Bush fading” by Matthew D. LaPlante (Salt Lake Tribune)…”‘Nothing seems to put a dent in Utah’s support for President Bush,’ Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, marveled at the time of the president’s visit. But Jowers also noted that he had found “even in talking to strong supporters of the president, people are almost in despair over the war.’”

November 1, 2007: “Getting out the vote” by Loretta Park (Ogden Standard Examiner)…”Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah in Salt Lake City, said the traditional low turnout in odd-year elections usually makes it easier for incumbents to stay in office.”

November 1, 2007: “Voucher Issue Spawns Scores of Debates” Julie Rose reporting (KCPW)…”Jowers heads the U of U’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, which held one of the first voucher debates of the campaign season. The nature of the debates has changed little over the last month, but Jowers says both sides have become increasingly eager to face off in live forums.”

November 1, 2007: “Former Iraq study group co-chair speaks at U” by Dustin Gardiner (Daily Utah Chronile)…”Hamilton made his comments before a full audience at the U’s Hinckley Institute of Politics on Wednesday. He is the institute’s “Hinckley Fellow” for 2007.”

November 1, 2007: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk L. Jowers was the guest for an hour with K-talk radio’s Mark Maxon where they discussed state, local, and national politics.

November 1, 2007: “Senator Hatch shares the wealth with GOPs” by Matt Canham (Salt Lake Tribune)…”‘I think any high-ranking public official needs to consider the implications of their interactions and associations,’ said Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. ‘But the worst-case scenarios are not as bad for [Hatch] when he says, ‘Hey, I’m going to give my colleague the benefit of the doubt.’ “

November 1, 2007: “Tribune poll: Becker has big lead entering last days of SLC mayoral sweepstakes” by Derek P. Jensen (Salt Lake Tribune)…”Still, the poll has to be disheartening to Buhler, according to Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. “When you’re the underdog, you don’t need to be leading in these polls, but you have to show some momentum,” Jowers said. “Buhler will have to have the most incredible get-out-the-vote effort this state has ever seen.”

October 31, 2007: “Talk of Iran war Criticized” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret Morning News)…”Now head of the Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars in Washington, D.C., Hamilton is also scheduled to speak at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics at 10:45 a.m. Wednesday. His talk will be open to the public.”

October 31, 2007: ‘Diplomacy expert: Times are tough abroad, but don’t despair” by Matthew D. LaPlante (Salt Lake Tribune)…”You’d understand if Lee Hamilton’s speech today at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics was fixed upon failure. Instead, the respected foreign policy expert planned to focus on the future.”

October 30, 2007: “Study Co-chair saddened by slow progeess in Iraq” Chris Vanocur reporting (ABC Ch. 4 News)…”The former congressman is in town to speak at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

October 30, 2007: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers appeared on FOX 13′s “Good Day Utah” to preview the Salt Lake City mayoral race and Utah voucher vote.

October 29, 2007: “Salt Lake candidates view for student vote” by Wendy Leonard (Deseret Morning News)…”A straw poll organized by the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the U. shows that Becker is a favorite among students there, getting 45 percent of the 1,768 votes cast. Buhler was not far behind, capturing 42 percent of the vote. Referendum 1 was not favored, getting only 30 percent in favor of the idea, and the favorite presidential candidate was Mitt Romney, who got nearly 31 percent of the student vote. Barack Obama wasn’t far behind, with 28 percent of the total votes cast.”

October 29, 2007: “Dumbledore is Gay!?” by Nicholas Pappas (Daily Utah Chronicle)…”I guess not. Just last week the Hinckley Institute of Politicshosted a forum to debate Amendment Three, a nonsensical bill with the sole point of redefining marriage as a union between a man and a woman.”

October 28, 2007: “Becker: A personal touch delivered at a relentless pace” by Derek P. Jensen (Salt Lake Tribune)…”‘Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, says Becker’s ‘retail’ campaign is the best he has seen in a while. ‘His door-to-door efforts have been absolutely remarkable,’ Jowers says. ‘People like him. They trust him. He dsn’t want to make a big mistake, and he’s not the type of person who would,’ Jowers adds.

October 28, 2007: “Buhler: The man who would rewrite SLC history” by Derek P. Jensen (Salt Lake Tribune)…”‘There’s a real fine line for how aggressive-negative he can go to take down Becker without taking down himself,” says Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah.’”

October 27, 2007: “BYU student ds book on Obama” by Laura Hancock (Deseret Morning News)…”Kirk Jowers, a political science professor and director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, said Obama connects to young people better than other presidential candidates.”

October 26, 2007: “U students pick Becker over Buhler – barely” by Derek P. Jensen (Salt Lake Tribune)…”The Hinckley Institute of Politics poll shows 45 percent support Becker, 42 percent prefer Buhler, and 12 percent are undecided or voted for “other.” A total of 1,768 students cast votes in the straw poll, conducted at the college campus Oct. 16-25.”

October 26, 2007: “Poll guages U’s political views” by Dustin Gardiner (Daily Utah Chronicle)…”The U’s Hinckley Institute of Politics collected 1,768 surveys for its first student straw poll. Students responded to the survey in class or online.”

Hinckley Institute of Politics Director Kirk L. Jowers spoke at the Timpanogas Club meeting at the Alta Club on October 25 regarding the 2007 Salt Lake City mayoral and 2008 presidential campaigns.

October 25, 2007: “Lt. Governor says voters like new machines” by Dustin Gardiner (Daily Utah Chroncile)…”Herbert gave a rosy description of the Utah election system during a talk at the Hinckley Institute of Politics on Tuesday. The Utah Constitution charges the lieutenant governor with overseeing all state elections.”

October 25, 2007: “City Council candidates debate liquor laws, transportaion’ by Constance Yonoshiro (Daily Utah Chronicle)…”The debate, hosted by the Hinckley Institute of Politics, highlighted the candidates’ different styles of debating and views on key issues.”

October 24, 2007: “U poll targets mayor’s race” (Deseret Morning News)…”The University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics is hosting a straw poll this week to find out students’ opinions of the Salt Lake City mayor’s race, the issue of school vouchers and the 2008 presidential election.”

October 23, 2007: TV 20′s The Breakdown interviews Hinckley Institute Director Kirk L. Jowers regarding state, local, and national politics and the impact of religion.

October 22, 2007: “U of U Straw Poll May Predict Youth Vote in Coming Elections” by Julie Rose (KCPW News)…”About two-thousand University of Utah students are expected to participate in a straw poll this week to gauge where they stand on the hottest issues of the election: ‘Who they support in the Salt Lake City Mayor’s race. Whether or not they support education vouchers and who they supprt in the 2008 Presidential election,’ says Bryson Morgan, who is directing this first-ever straw poll for the Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

October 20, 2007: “Polls show vouchers losing by wide margin” by Tiffany Erickson (Deseret Morning News)…”‘Dan Jones has such an incredible history of accuracy over the last 30 years that his polls alone are very powerful … and then you add another respected organization poll to it that comes so close to his ” that adds even more credibility to the results,” said Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics.’”

October 20, 2007: “Sexual politics are still building in Utah” by Steve Fidel (Deseret Morning News)…”Conservative legislators and advocacy groups and The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints were selected as targets for the political activism, though members of a panel speaking at the Hinckley Institute of Politics said they have seen positive changes in the way the LDS Church and its members discuss homosexual and transgender issues.”

Hinckley Institute of Politics Director Kirk L. Jowers spoke at the College of Social and Behavioral Science Advisory Board meeting on October 19 regarding city and national campaigns and the policy implications of the leading candidates.

October 18, 2007: “Utah takes small, slow, steps on gays” by Rebecca Walsh (Salt Lake Tribune)…”‘Until Utah’s Constitution changes,’ Equality Utah Public Policy Manager Will Carlson told a crowd at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics this week, ‘Utahns are going to have to face these questions: Do gays and lesbians deserve to parent? Do gays and lesbians deserve to inherit? Do gays and lesbians deserve to work and insure each other?’”

October 18, 2007: “Taiwan says China threatens international security” by Lana Groves (Daily Utah Chroncle)…”Wu made his comments during a forum at the Hinckley Institute of Politics yesterday. He discussed Taiwan’s support of U.S. policy and concerns over relations with China.”

October 17, 2007: “Activists Talk about Gay Marriage Ban” by Clayton Norlen (Daily Utah Chroncle)…”Yesterday, the Hinckley Institute of Politics, in coordination with the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Resource Center, hosted a forum to debate the controversial amendment.”

October 17, 2007: “Internet on Campus: U Podcasts Provide Anytime Access to Speakers, Events” by Parker Williams (Daily Utah Chronicle)…” Smith said one of the most proactive podcasting groups on campus is the Hinckley Institute of Politics. “We have so many students and other people say, ‘Oh, wish I could come to the forums, but I have a class,’” said Jayne Nelson, assistant director of the Hinckley Institute. “(Podcasting) is a way that they can access things that they’re interested in that they might not be able to come (to) in person.”

October 16, 2007: “The Honorable Lee Hamilton to visit Campus” U of U FYI…”Lee Hamilton, vice-chairman of the9/11 Commission and member of the President’s Homeland Security Advisory Council, will speak on The Future of American Foreign Policy on Wednesday, Oct. 31 at 10:45 a.m. in theHinckley Institute of Politics caucus room (OSH 255). Lee Hamilton’s presentation is sponsored by the Sam Rich Program in International Politics.”

October 15, 2007: “Developer cash flows into Eagle Mountain races” by Amy Choate-Nielsen (Deseret Morning News)…”Utah law dsn’t limit from whom candidates can receive campaign money, but political analysts say candidates should be wary of accepting funds that may have invisible strings attached to them. Accepting a majority of funds from one source can also have an unwitting impact on elected officials, says Kirk Jowers, director of theHinckley Institute of Politics.”

October 14, 2007: “Do hopefuls walk their talk” by Derek P. Jensen (Salt Lake Tribune)…”Mayoral hopefuls Ralph Becker and Dave Buhler chat before a debate,at the Hinckley Institute of Politics Wednesday”

October 13, 2007: “Iraq Exit Splits Utahns” by Bob Bernick, Jr. (Deseret Morning News)…”Utah appears to be at the tail end of the (anti-war) wave” moving across the nation, said Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. Utahns are moving into an anti-war, bring-the-troops-home mind-set, he added. “Utah has been Bush’s last stand” ” the reddest of the red states that still support the president’s war policies, Jowers said. “We are more forgiving of the president’s Iraq policies than any other state” in the nation.”

October 12, 2007: “Nuances of Vouchers Elude Many” by Tiffany Erickson (Deseret Morning News)…” Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, said on this issue there is a bell curve of voter knowledge. “You have that small percentage on each side who understand this issue incredibly well and are deeply passionate about their position and then it filters from there to people who know just enough to be dangerous to those who really don’t know anything at all,” Jowers said.”

October 8, 2007 Issue “Campaign ’08: The Making of Mitt Romney” by Jonathan Darman and Lisa Miller (Newsweek)…”‘If you choose not to talk about the church and focus solely on Romney’s business and political abilities, you deny the public anopportunity to know him as intimately as the public demands of its front runners,’ says Kirk Jowers, director of the Republican Commonwealth PAC and a Romney supporter.”

October 7, 2007: “Utahns want crackdown on illegal immigration” by Deborah Bulkeley and Nancy Perkins (Deseret Morning News)…” Only 18 percent said they’d be less likely to vote for a get-tough candidate. Another 11 percent said they didn’t know. The results seem to indicate most people recognize a problem and want a solution, said Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics. “I think what the question ds not answer is what form that solution will take,” he said. “Utahns have shown they are sympathetic to the children of illegal immigrants and giving them opportunities, but they certainly want people to abide by the law and favor legal immigrants over illegal immigrants.”

October 5, 2007: “Polls Show Romney Still Attracting National Attention” Richard Piatt Reporting (KSL Ch. 5 Eyewitness News)…”Former Romney associate Kirk Jowers of the Hinckley Institute of Politics is quoted in the article as saying, “The challenge for him is that it’s critical that he is known for all his other accomplishments and how he will lead the country. But then that leaves the press feeling a little hollow because they want to really get into the Mormon issue.”

October 5, 2007: “We made mistakes, Utah corrections chief says” by Pat Reavy (Deseret Morning News)…”Patterson was the guest forum speaker at theHinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah. He said while some information must be kept secret for security, a prison must be transparent, or open, to the public so Utahns can better understand the prison and its needs.”

October 3, 2007: “Buhler takes Jabs at Becker’s Record” by Dustin Gardiner (Dailu Utah Chrinlicle)…”The race for Salt Lake City Mayor has been characterized as a competition between two nice guys. But that friendly image didn’t seem to prevent the candidates from engaging one another during a debate at the Hinckley Institute of Politics on Tuesday.”

October 3, 2007: “Law on illegal immigration touted” by Deborah Bulkeley (Deseret Morning News)…”Given that Utah lawmakers have in the past taken a more moderate approach to dealing with the issue, it’s not clear how much support Hickman’s bill would garner, said Kirk Jowers, director of theHinckley Institute of Politics.”

October 2, 2007: “Becker, Buhler go t-to-t at Hinckley Institute debate” by Jared Page (Deseret Morning News)…”The Salt Lake City mayoral candidates cushioned their blows with smiles and laughter during a debate at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, each delivering shots akin to the playful punches from one fraternity brother to another.”

October 1, 2007: Fox 13 Evening News’s Katy Carlyle interviews Hinckley Institute Director Kirk L. Jowers regarding the newest polls about President Bush, the war in Iraq, and 2008 presidential candidates.

September 30, 2007: “Voucher voters to sway unrelated races this November” by Steve Gehrke (Salt Lake Tribune)… ”The good news about the vouchers, and all the money going into it, is that it will absolutely increase voter turnout,” said Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. “Odd election years are always difficult to get people out, as opposed to a presidential election year like 2008, which should be an exciting year. So the real question is: Who ds it turn out?”

September 28, 2007: Hinckley Institute of Politics director Kirk Jowers is interviewed by Fox News’ Major Garrett about presidential candidate Mitt Romney’s fundraising. ”I’m sure there have been political consultants who said you would be hands down the nominee if you would just get this mill stone of your religion off your neck. And he said in debates and everywhere that he embraces his religion,” Jowers said.

September 28, 2007: “Buhler comes out swinging in SLC mayoral race, lashes Becker’s record” by Derek P. Jensen (Salt Lake Tribune)…’Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, says Buhler’s offensive clearly establishes that – in this officially nonpartisan race – one candidate is a Republican while the other is a Democrat. “It is a little bit risky,” Jowers said. “He could have easily just given his six [initiatives] and see if that would linger. But he brought it [Becker's record] up and that fairly puts the partisan issue on the table. That probably will be what sticks in people’s minds.”

September 27, 2007: “Late U. prof leaves D.C. legacy” by Thomas Burr (Deseret Morning News)…” Williams initiated the U.’s Hinckley Institute of Politics intern program in Washington, D.C., when he led the political science center in the early 1970s and since then more than 2,000 students have had a chance to work in the nation’s capital. Students have spent time working at the White House, Congress and U.S. Supreme Court, along with ABC News, various committees, lobbying firms, non-profits and policy think tanks. These opportunities have led many to continue lives in public service and stay involved in politics.”

September 27, 2007: “Comcast to offer voucher debate” (Deseret Morning News)…”The debate, which was hosted this month by the University of Utah’sHinckley Forum, featured spokesman for Parents for Choice in Education Richard Eyre, who argued in support of the program, and Carol Spackman Moss, D-Holladay, who serves on the House Education committee and taught for 33 years in Utah’s public schools.”

September 25, 2007: “U.S. Warned not to neglect Africa” by Lee Davidson (Deseret Morning News)…”Sir James R. Mancham was the first president of the Seychelles, a former British colony in the Indian Ocean, in 1976-77. He was deposed while on a trip to London as opponents accused him of being a lackey of the West, in part for helping build a U.S. tracking station there that helped spy on the old Soviet Union. Mancham said in a speech at theHinckley Institute of Politics at the U., where he was introduced by Price, that the United States is making some serious diplomatic mistakes in Africa, including the Seychelles.

September 24, 2007: “Community Remembers J.D. Williams” by Dustin Gardiner (Daily Utah Chronicle)…Williams died on Sept. 4 at age 81 after battling cancer for years. He served as the founding director of the Hinckley Institute and unsuccessfully ran for political office, including the U.S. Senate, several times as a Democrat.

September 24, 2007: “Political races a sure bet? Check Web” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret Morning News)…”It’s kind of a fun thing to play with, and of course, it’s the people who are political junkies who typically do,” said Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. ”I am a big believer in finding all sorts of ways to make politics more interesting to students and the community. I think the markets do that,” Jowers said. “People who are into stocks pay more attention because the format is something they understand.”

September 23, 2007: “Friends recall prof’s passion for students” by Lesley Mitchell (Salt Lake Tribune)…”Williams, the first director of the U.’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, died of cancer Sept. 3. He was 81. “His passion for his students was unmatched,” said U. President Michael Young, one of several speakers at the memorial service, noting Williams saw those he taught as future “mayors, senators, presidents.”

September 21, 2007: “Hundreds honor Rampton” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret Morning News)…” Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’sHinckley Institute of Politics, said Rampton’s lying in state at the mansion helps put politics in perspective. “These opportunities to remember our leaders are important, and they are unifying,” Jowers said. “To have such a well-respected leader lie in state gives us another opportunity to remember the partisan divisions are not nearly so deep as they seem. “I hope it gives us a chance to realize we truly are Utahns before we are Democrats or Republicans.”

September 21, 2007: “Council-race opponents Saxton, Garrott divided on downtown project” by Jared Page (Deseret Morning News)…”Hearing the 39-year-old University of Utah political science professor described as “country” spurred a smattering of chuckles among the mostly college-student crowd Thursday at the Hinckley Institute of Politics, but Saxton made her point.

September 21, 2007: “Garrott and Saxton differ on how to rejuvenate downtown” by Dustin Gardiner (Daily Utah Chronicle)…’The two candidates running for the District 4 council seat similarly stressed the need to revitalize downtown, expand mass transit and create affordable housing during a forum at the Hinckley Institute of Politics on Thursday.”

September 20, 2007: “News: Votes “R” Us” by Ted McDonough (SL Weekly)…” For September’s primary election, three groups became official sponsors of Salt Lake County polling places: Manpower Temporary Services, the Applied Technology College and the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, where students touted the Partners in Democracy concept to fellow students.”

September 18, 2007: “J.D. Williams 1926-2007″ (U of U FYI Newsletter)…”The Hinckley Institute of Politics joins with thousands of former colleagues, students and interns in mourning the passing of J.D. Williams”the founding director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, serving from 1965 to 1975.”

September 18, 2007: “Family, friends, colleagues pay tribute, share memories of Rampton” by Steve Fidel (Deseret Morning News)…”He worked so well with members of both parties, he was extraordinary,” said Wilson, who after his mayorship ran the U.’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. “He was an amazingly kind man. A great sense of humor, who told wonderful stories.”

September 17, 2007: “Voices: Get out the Vote People” by Marko Mijic (Daily Utah Chronicle)…”The partners of VoteProject include The Associated Students of the University of Utah government relations board, the Hinckley Institute of Politics, the Hinckley Institute Student Alliance, College Democrats, College Republicans, the Roosevelt Institute, the Marriott Library, Public Interest Advocacy and the OrangeBand Initiative.”

September 17, 2007: “Utah leaders praise former Gov. Rampton” by Steve Fidel (Deseret Morning News)…”He worked so well with members of both parties, he was extraordinary,” said Wilson, who after his mayorship ran the U.’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. “He was an amazingly kind man. A great sense of humor, who told wonderful stories.”

September 14, 2007: “Women Play Small Role in Utah Politics” Richard Piatt reporting (KSL Ch. 5 Eyewitness News) Political analyst Kirk Jowers… “I think Senator Clinton’s issue will not be gender if she loses. In fact, the smart money will be to bet that Clinton will be the next president, if you look at polling and trends,” he said.”

September 13, 2007: “Final stretch: No easy sailing” by Derek P. Jensen (Salt Lake Tribune)…”His struggle for the next two months is to meet as many people as possible,” says Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. “Buhler needs to run a very aggressive out-of-the-box campaign to have a chance.” That said, the two-term city councilman should not go negative, Jowers says, unless he is desperately behind near the Nov. 6 finish. Jowers notes Becker, the Utah House Democratic leader, enjoys all the momentum, swung a “huge number” of undecided residents in this week’s primary, and has a motivated core of voters from his Avenues-Capitol Hill district. “Becker needs to continue walking the pavement and show that he is not taking this race for granted,” Jowers says. “The most important thing is that he not act like the foreordained winner.”

September 13, 2007: “Wilson’s tumble from front-runner to also-ran is mayoral primary mystery” by Derek P. Jensen (Salt Lake Tribune)…”Wilson was an attractive contender, but never seemed to connect beyond her initial backers, according to Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. He notes published polls always pegged her support near a quarter of the overall vote. In the end, she snagged 23 percent – behind Becker’s 39 percent and Buhler’s 28 percent. “Jenny was never able to expand her reach,” Jowers said. “It killed her in the end.”

September 12, 2007: “In Depth: U Makes International Push” by Rochelle McConkie (Daily Utah Chronicle)…”The Hinckley Institute of Politics added 16 international internships this year, and some countries, such as China, have internships in multiple locations. This expansion was largely made possible by a $200,000 donation from the Li Ka Shing Foundation, named after the wealthiest philanthropist in Asia.”

September 12, 2007: “New Asia Center Created” by Clayton Norlen (Daily Utah Chronicle)…”The Asia Center will work alongside the Hinckley Institute of Politics to create additional internship programs in Asian countries. These programs will attempt to place students among multinational corporations, government ministries and other organizations.”

September 12, 2007: “Campaigns feel the effects of Hsu case” by Justin Sullivan (Los Angeles Times)…”The presidential candidate did not return an additional $5,000 Mower gave to a Romney-controlled committee last year, after Mower was convicted. Attorney Kirk Jowers, who oversees the committee, said Tuesday that he would review the Mower donation.”

September 12, 2007: “Becker, Buhler have come a long way” by Derek P. Jensen (Salt Lake Tribune)…”His door-to-door efforts started early and remained steady. But the Utah House Democratic leader also did the best targeting key interest groups, according to Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

September 12, 2007: “SLC mayoral contest: it’s down to Becker and Buhler” by Derek P. Jensen (Salt Lake Tribune)…”Conventional wisdom was that the op-ed could give Wilson, who has two boys 5 and 2, a “mommy bounce” – a sympathy vote. But the reverse may have proved true. Or, as Hinckley Institute of Politics Director Kirk Jowers opined, Wilson’s support simply had ‘plateaued.’”

September 11, 2007: “Low voter turnout is likely” by Tad Walch (Deseret Morning News)…”It seems to me in this mayoral race, there’s no excuse (not to vote),” said Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah. “Two of the four candidates will advance to the general election, and fewer than 100 votes could make the difference.”

September 11, 2007: “Blogger will kick off September Project” by Clayton Norlen (Daily Utah Chronicle)…”Today in the Hinckley Institute of PoliticsCaucus Room (OSH Room 255), Silver will give the lecture why I blog and why you should blog from 11:50 a.m. to 12:55 p.m. as part of the project that begins today on campus.’

September 10, 2007: KSL Radio’s Afternoon News with Scott & Maria interviewed Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers regarding the 2007 Salt Lake City mayoral primary election.

September 7, 2007: “Voucher Season Starts with Clash” by Glen Warchol (Salt Lake Tribune)...”The debate Thursday at the University of Utah’sHinckley Institute of Politics was the first face-to-face clash of the voucher-referendum season that will end with a vote in November. Despite plenty of time for answers, an audience of college students and a pile of Oreo cookies as a teaching aide, the debate didn’t change anyone’s mind.”

September 7, 2007: “Sides Square Off in School-Voucher Debate” by Tiffany Erickson (Deseret Morning News)…”Thursday the Hinckley Institute of Politics held a debate to give students and the public a little more insight on the voucher issue. Rep. Carol Spackman Moss, D-Holladay, who opposes the voucher program, and Richard Eyre, a longtime school choice advocate, voucher supporter and former gubernatorial candidate, squared off front of more than 100 students and community members.”

September 5, 2007: “J.D. Williams: U professor lit up Utah politics” (Salt Lake Tribune)…”As founding director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, he guided countless forums, debates and seminars with local, state and national political figures. He landed internships and opportunities for study abroad for kids from across the political spectrum. Among those interns was Rove.”

September 5, 2007: “U. professor a witty voice in Utah politics” by Paul Rolly (Salt Lake Tribune)…”J.D. was the perfect individual to run the institute at its onset,” said current Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers. “His activism caused consternation among Republicans and conservatives, but it showed the students that he cared about participating in politics. He was willing to act on his principles rather than merely speak in class. That is the spirit that Mr. Hinckley wanted. If the director was just an academic not willing to fully engage on behalf of principles, candidates and positions, the heart of the institute may have been lost before it ever got started.”

September 5, 2007: “University of Utah political professor, mentor J.D. Williams dies’ Twila Van Leer (Deseret Morning News)…”From 1965 to 1975,Dr. Williams was director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, providing the “vision and passion” that gave life to the institute, said Kirk L. Jowers, the institute’s current director. The institute “joins with thousands of former colleagues, students and interns in mourning the passing” of Dr. Williams, Jowers said. The late professor’s “lasting legacy” will be his role in transforming the “best and brightest students at the university into some of the nation’s most influential and valued public servants.” “The political landscape of our state and nation will echo with J.D.’s fervor and zeal for generations as thousands of his students on the left and right fulfill his vision of passionate public service and devotion to our founding constitutional principles.”

September 5, 2007: “J.D. Williams passes away” by Clayton Norlen (Daily Utah Chronicle)…”JD was the perfect choice to lead the Hinckley Institute to maturity,” said Kirk Jowers, the current director of the Hinckley Institute. “He was beloved by students, respected by staff and well known in the community for his political activism and ideas.”

September 5, 2007: “Fred Heads to party when bid is official” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret Morning News)…”But that isn’t likely to last for many Thompson backers, said Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and a longtime Romney supporter. Thompson “is the proverbial empty vessel,” Jowers said. “Fred is well-known from his TV and movie appearances and certainly has a charismatic, appealing presence,” Jowers said, mostly as a result of having “not been scrutinized. Therefore, Republicans can fill him up with all of their beliefs and hopes.”

September 5, 2007: KSL Radio’s Greg Neft interviews Hinckley Institute Director Kirk L. Jowers regarding the Salt Lake City Mayoral race.

September 3, 2007: “Understanding the Shia-Sunni Conflict” (WebWire)…”Two lectures will take place on Thursday, September 6 at 4:30 p.m. in theHinckley Institute of Politics Caucus Room in Orson Spencer Hall, room 255 and Friday, September 7 at 6:30 p.m. in the Utah Museum of Fine Arts. Both lectures are free and open to the public.’

September 1, 2007: “Reaction To Sen. Larry Craig’s Resignation” Ty Perry reporting (KUTV Ch. 2 Evening News (CBS)) The director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, Kirk Jowers, is interviewed about Senator Craig’s resignation and the current status of the Republican Party.

August 30, 2007: “Giving Issues Color” by Celeste Chaney (Daily Utah Chronicle)…”Students interested in the project can get orange ribbons at any OrangeBand event or at the Bennion Community Service Center. OrangeBand members said they hope that students will also be able to pick up bands at stations outside of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, the Associated Students of the University of Utah and Union Programming Council offices.”

August 27, 2007: KCPW’s (Utah ‘s NPR station) Bryan Schott interviewed Hinckley Institute of Politics Director Kirk L. Jowers regarding the possibility of Utah Senator Orrin Hatch replacing Attorney General Alberto Gonzales.

August 25, 2007: “The Vietnamization of Iraq: Bush playing up the parrallels” by Matthew D. LaPlante (Salt Lake Tribune)…”Bush seems to have acknowledged that the comparison is inevitable, and now he is trying to influence how that analogy will be seen,” agreed Kirk Jowers, director of theHinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah. “This could be a smart strategy. If he can get the country to talk about withdrawal with his vocabulary, he can get them talking about it in a different way.”

August 23, 2007: “New Questions about Mining Regulations and Contributions” John Daley reporting (KSL Ch. 5 Eyewitness News)…The director of theHinckley Institute of Politics, Kirk Jowers, says the Crandall story seems to fit a pattern. “There have been a series of scandals with Enron and otherwise that have involved energy companies and involved these kinds of closed-door meetings with regulated industries. And we keep seeing disasters that come out of them,” he said.

August 23, 2007: “Opportunities in Politics” by Ana Breton (Daily Utah Chronicle)…”Morgan turned to the flustered Hadley and said that the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the U gives students $4,000 to participate in out-of-state and international internship programs.

August 23, 2007: “Building children’s dreams – in a day” by Katie Drake (Salt Lake Tribune)…”That’s where Kristen Jowers came in. A mother of five, three of whom attend Legacy, Jowers took the lead in finding the school a playground. She had heard about the grants from KaBOOM and Build-A-Bear and decided to apply. Though rejected for the April build schedule, her second attempt was successful and plans went into motion.”

August 23, 2007: “Community works to build playground” by Sarah Ryther (Davis County Clipper)…My kids were playing Uno every single recess, said parent Kristen Jowers. There were a lot of parents complaining about the school not having a playground. I guess I thought, ˜You know, we should stop complaining and just do something about it.’ And that’s just what the parents did. Headed by Jowers, the group of parents became determined get the school and students a playground.

August 21, 2007: “Buhler and Wilsons have a long political history” by Bob Bernick, Jr. (Deseret Morning News)…”Ted Wilson, then head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, started out the governor’s race about 12 months from Election Day more than 30 percentage points ahead of Bangerter.”

September 2007: “The Rove Presidency” by Joshua Green (The Atlantic Monthly)…”Rove never graduated from college. He dropped out of the University of Utah and campaigned for the chairmanship of the College Republicans…”

August 15, 2007: “Poll: Buhler in a near tie with Wilson for Salt Lake City Mayor” by Christopher Smart (Salt Lake Tribune)…”Wilson is looking consistently strong,” said Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah. “Buhler has the inside track on that second spot, but I continue to believe it will be a very tight race for that second spot.” The low turnout expected for the primary makes it difficult to predict the outcome. “The numbers indicate that people are not really focused on this [election campaign] yet,” he said “It’s a name-recognition contest at this point and a quarter of those [questioned] can’t even do that.”

August 14, 2007: “Utahns see Rove’s legacy as one of political genius – and questionable ethics” by Thomas Burr (Salt Lake Tribune)…WASHINGTON – Presidential adviser Karl Rove may be the one of most famous students to attend the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics - and also one of its greatest disappointments, one of his political mentors said Monday. The former Utahn excelled in the realm of politics, rising to President Bush’s deputy chief of staff. But he never learned the ethics of the game, says J.D. Williams, a former U. political science professor who taught Rove. “He certainly demonstrated a command and love for politics,” Williams, a Democrat, said Monday. Jowers made a formal request to Rove’s office to have him donate his personal papers to the U.., where Rove spent two years but did not graduate.”

August 14, 2007: “Want some camera time with Salt Lake City’s next mayor?” (Salt Lake Tribune)”…”The numbers indicate that people are not really focused on this [election campaign] yet. It’s a name-recognition contest at this point, and a quarter of those [questioned] can’t even do that.” Kirk Jowers, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics.

August 13, 2007: KSL Radio’s Doug Wright Show interviews Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers regarding former Hinckley Institute intern Karl Rove, who announced he is stepping down from his post in the White House.

August 13, 2007: Guest host Congressman Chris Cannon interviews Hinckley Institute Director Kirk L. Jowers regarding the 2008 presidential elections on the Bob Lonsberry Show.

August 9, 2007: “Mitt Romney: proudly, quietly, Mormon” by Linda Feldmann (Christian Science Monitor)“…Romney ‘dsn’t wear his religion on his sleeve,’ says Kirk Jowers, who served as general counsel to Romney’s political action committee. ‘But I know that in his heart, that and his family are the two things that really move him and motivate him’…”

August 7, 2007: “Romney’s off-air defense of faith gets lots of internet attention” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret Morning News)“…Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and a Romney supporter, said he wasn’t surprised at the interest generated by the videotape. ‘Anytime you involve religion or sex with the front-runner candidate, it gets a lot of attention,’ Jowers said. The attention won’t hurt the campaign, Jowers said. ‘I actually think in the long run, this might even help, because it showed a little different side of Romney,’ Jowers said. ‘It shows he has the fight when it’s called for’…”

August 6, 2007: “Radio Host Contends with Romney over Religion” Richard Piatt reporting (KSL Ch. 5 Eyewitness News)… “It’s yet another example of how the Mormon question keeps coming up for Romney. Ex-Romney staffer Kirk Jowers, of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, says a “defining faith speech” could intensify things. “I think if he makes the speech, it’ll be another leap-off point to continue these kinds of questions,” Jowers said.”

August 5, 2007: “Two women keep Hatch, Bennet on inside track” by Robert Gehrke (Salt Lake Tribune)…”As a student at the University of Utah, Collipriest was involved in student government and young Republican politics. But it was a brief Washington internship she did in 1985 that changed her life. ‘In those three short weeks the Potomac fever bug bit and I couldn’t wait to come back,’ she said. Two years later, she was back as an intern in Sen. Jake Garn’s press office, but Garn says he was impressed with her ability at a young age and hired her full-time.”

August 5, 2007: “Hogle request spurs debate on ballot-box budgeting” by Jeremiah Stettler (Salt Lake Tribune)…”But ballot fatigue probably won’t bungle Hogle’s plans – if the zoo makes it to the fall election, according to Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. To the contrary, the zoo might have chosen a good year to seek voter support. Aside from Salt Lake City’s high-spirited mayoral race, there is not much to bog down the ballot, Jowers said.”

August 4, 2007: “Obama’s visit may be limited to fund raising” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret Morning News)…”I think it’s a shame when a candidate comes to Utah and dsn’t make himself available in some way to the public,” said Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and a Romney supporter.”

August 2, 2007: “It’s ready, get set, spend!” by Derek P. Jensen (Salt Lake Tribune)…”The numbers cement Wilson’s standing in the race, according toKirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics. ‘It really helps solidify Jenny Wilson as the front-runner since she raised the most money,’ he said. ‘Keith has the most ground to cover. He’s going to need every cent of it. The other three are going to have to be strategic’ with their spending…”

Nightside’s Sarah Jane talks to the University of Utah’s Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, Kirk Jowers, about Mitt Romney and why religion seems to matter so much in this election.

July 30, 2007:”Renteria is promoting West Side” by Doug Smeath (Deseret Morning News)…”‘I’m not going to blame generational changes, but then I have to,’ he says of the city’s lack of minority representation. ‘I just don’t see enough young people getting involved the way I did when I was an undergrad’ and an intern at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.

July 30, 2007: “Media Exposure, Romney Campaign Put LDS Church in Spotlight” Carole Mikita reporting (KSL Ch. 5 Eyewitness News)…Kirk Jowersof the Hinckley Institue of Politics says, “I talked to people in Boston and D.C., in Florida, who are members of the church and that is now water cooler talk. People want them to talk about the church, and Mormons are famous, or infamous, for wanting to do that. So it’s a great moment for the church.”

July 30, 2007: “Experts Say SLC Mayoral Candidates Should Put Campaigns In Gear Now” (KCPW News)…”The primary election for Salt Lake City Mayor, historically held in October, has been moved up to September 11th this year. Kirk Jowers, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, says turnout for the primary isn’t usually very high, and candidates would be wise to try to get their name and message out now. Jowers says people focus on other things in September, such as getting their kids into school, and the mayor’s race will not be a priority.

July 27, 2007: “Romney could address Mormonism” Chris Vanocur reporting (ABC Channel 4 Close to Home News). Kirk Jowers, Director of theHinckley Institute of Politics is interviewed.

July 21, 2007: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers featured in an article about Mitt Romney. (Mainichi Nespaper).

July 19, 2007: “Renting Costs Skyrocket” by Dustin Gardiner (Daily Utah Chronicle)…Jen Jankowski, a recent graduate interning through the Hinckley Institute of Politics, said finding an apartment was much easier a year ago. “A lot of (the apartments) are too expensive or they’re not nice at all,” she said.

July 17, 2007: Utah politicians are filling coffers for ’08 races” by Suzanne Struglinski (Deseret Morning News)…”The most important thing now is to show they have the supporters and the war chest to ward off any potential challengers,” said Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. Jowers said most observers see Utah’s three House members as “safe” in next year’s general election, but primary challenges are not off the table yet.

July 14, 2007: “Richardson campaigns in Utah” by Brock Vergakis (Associated Press)…Even if the visits are only to vacuum money, it’s still great for the state and particularly the state’s Democrats, because it brings prominent Democrats to town, which aids in recruiting and visibility, said Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah. It’s great because it somewhat validates them, that they are still recognized as being able to influence the presidential election.

July 13, 2007: “Top Democrat Campaigning in Utah” (KUTV Channel 2 News)…”Even if the visits are only to vacuum money, it’s still great for the state and particularly the state’s Democrats, because it brings prominent Democrats to town, which aids in recruiting and visibility, said Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah. It’s great because it somewhat validates them, that they are still recognized as being able to influence the presidential election.

July 13, 2007: “Poll deems Romney most religious of all White House hopefuls” by Thomas Burr (Salt Lake Tribune)…Certainly with the Republican primary, being seen as a man of strong faith is helpful,” says Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah Hinckley Institute of Politics and a Romney backer. Thirty-nine percent of those polled by Pulsar Research and Consulting for Time magazine correctly identified Romney as a Mormon, while 58 percent said they didn’t know his religion.”

July 12, 2007: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk L. Jowers was in studio with KUER’s RadioWest host Doug Fabrizio to discuss Identifying with a [Political] Party.

July 11, 2007: “Some LDS in Utah Follow McCain” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret Morning News)…”That’s true, his backers say. “Romney ds not want to be the Mormon candidate,” said Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and a Romney supporter. “Romney’s made it clear he wants people to support people (running for office) because of who they are, not because of their religion,” Jowers said. “He wants to be evaluated on all fronts.”

July 10, 2007: “Christensen sheds GOP label” by Doug Smeath (Deseret Morning News)…”Political observer Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, said he talked to Christensen about the question of his affiliation over lunch a few months ago. Jowers said he believed Christensen realized “he was just not getting traction because he was just a square peg in a round hole, and there was no way to smooth that out as a Rocky Republican.”

July 8, 2007: “Christensen Parts with GOP” by Derek P. Jensen (Salt Lake Tribune)…”Still, Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, notes New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg’s recent switch from Republican to independent “may have made the timing as right as possible.”

July 4, 2007: “Mitt’s top fund-raiser — again” by Lisa Riley Roche and Suzanne Struglinski…”Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and a Romney supporter, agreed. “I think Utah will again be one of the top five states for Romney,” Jowers said, but “probably not” as high as second in contributions. During the first three months of the year, Utahns accounted for nearly $2.8 million of the $23 million reported then by Romney, a total that also included a loan from the candidate. “I think other states have been warming to Romney and have more people,” Jowers said.

July 2007: “Partners in the Park” (U News & Views)…Partners in the Park, initiated in summer 2003, is a free, community-wide summer event series to connect west-side families with U of U community members through activities that raise awareness of and access to higher education. The June 12 event was co-sponsored by the Alumni Association and the Hinckley Institute of Politics, in collaboration with UNP.

June 26, 2007: “Justices ease limits on campaign ads” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret Morning News)…”Jowers, a founder of Campaign Legal Center based out of Washington, D.C., that filed a brief with the Supreme Court backing the law commonly referred to as McCain-Feingold, said the decision will result in more negative advertising in the 2008 campaign. “You will see a lot more ads that will attack candidates through legislative and policy positions in an attempt to fit within the standard established by the Supreme Court,” Jowers said.”

June 25, 2007: KCPW’s (Utah ‘s NPR station) Bryan Schott hosts a segment with Hinckley Institute of Politics Director Kirk L. Jowers regarding the significance of second quarter presidential fundraising totals and the entrance of Fred Thompson into the 2008 GOP presidential field.

June 22, 2007: “McCain Campaign Worker Makes Anti-LDS Comment” Richard Piatt reporting (KSL Ch. 5 Eyewitness News)…”But Kirk Jowers, of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, thinks McCain could even go a step further. “I think it depends on how McCain handles this. If he takes strong action, and campaign sends the message that this isn’t going to happen again, then it shouldn’t hurt McCain. I know McCain from working with him in 2000, and I know that’s not the kind of man he is.”

June 22, 2007: “Utah McCain supporters fuming over anti-LDC comments” by Thomas Burr (Salt Lake Tribune)…I know that McCain ds not believe that and would never sanction it,” said Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and head of Romney’s former political action committee, the Commonwealth PAC. McCain “needs to remove [Workman] from having any position within the campaign, any status from within the campaign.”

June 22, 2007: “Rocky Threatens to Run For Third Term” by Eric Ray (KCPW)…”Kirk Jowers, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, says there are five possible reasons for Anderson’s about-face. Jowers says Anderson wants to remain relevant and mitigate his lame duck status; he wants to influence the election by having candidates take positions consistent with his; he may feel he is the only person for the job; his job prospects may not be panning out so he’s getting desperate; and he just loves the media attention the story attracts.”

June 21, 2007: KSL Radio’s Mary Richards interviews Hinckley Institute Director Kirk L. Jowers regarding the implications of Mayor Anderson considering a third term.

June 21, 2007: “Rocky on the Ballot?” (Fox 13 News)…”Nearly a year ago, Anderson announce he wouldn’t be running for another term. The Democrat even endorsed Republican candidate Keith Christensen. But now he says his decision could change depending on who makes it out of a September primary in the race.”

June 21, 2007: “Rocky III? SLC’s two-term mayor may change mind, run for third” by Derek P. Jensen (Salt Lake Tribune)…Still, if the two-term Democrat made an 11th-hour push, Hinckley Institute of Politics Director Kirk Jowers predicts Anderson would be the favorite. “None of them want to get too bloody with him because he ds have those high approval ratings,” Jowers said. “If the mayor jumps back in, he would be the odds-on to win.” That said, Jowers says Anderson may be entertaining the notion in order to stay in the spotlight, affect candidate platforms and wield leverage over the field. “It’s a way of keeping himself relevant,” he said, while it “keeps Keith in line.”

June 20, 2007: “City Hall fracas turning into hot potato” by Derek P. Jensen (Salt Lake Tribune)…Meantime, Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, says the episode is embarrassing for Anderson and Hansen. And he is surprised the mayor continues to resurrect it “even if Mr. Hansen was in the wrong.” “I can’t see any upside for the mayor to continue to make this a headline story,” he said. “As hard a player as the mayor can be on issues, and people and personnel, he seems to be what we called in law school ‘the egg-shell plaintiff.’ The slightest hit seems to put him in a completely irrational orbit.”

June 18, 2007: “Romney Gaining Ground in Presidential Race” John Daley reporting (KSL Ch. 5 Eyewitness News)…”Campaign counsel Kirk Jowerssays, ‘McCain’s campaign is in trouble. Giuliani’s is starting to drop and I just am not a believer in Thompson having a real shot. And so I think anyone, whether a Romney supporter or not, would have to say that Mitt is now the front-runner.’

June 13, 2007: “West Salt Lake U Of U Grads To Be Recognized By Unp’s Partners In The Park” (Webwire.com)…”Amy Code, Political Programs Coordinator for the Hinckley Institute of Politics said the goal “to get students and citizens involved in their communities and engaged in the political process” is one the Hinckley Institute shares with UNP. Partnering now for the third time with UNP on Partners in the Park, the organization hopes “to recognize and acknowledge west Salt Lake City graduates and let them know how valuable and important their accomplishments are,” she said.:

June 11, 2007: “Some Counties May Have to Subsidize Presidential Primary Election” Richard Piatt reporting (KSL Ch. 5 Eyewitness News)…Kirk Jowers of the Hinckley Institute of Politics says, “I fear that if Utah is not in on February 5, it will be too late. More than half the delegates will be selected by February 5. So it’s good that we’re in it, even though now it’s in a different setting than we had hoped, where we were hoping for more attention. Now we’re just part of super duper Tuesday.”

June 11, 2007: “Hatch taps U of U’s Neal Tolman for Senate Internship”…”University of Utah senior Neal Tolman, 23, is learning about life on Capitol Hill with a semester internship in the Washington, D.C., office of U.S. Senator Orrin Hatch (R-Utah) through the U’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

June 7, 2007: Richard Piatt, reporter for KSL, Channel 5 Eyewitness News (NBC) interviewed Kirk Jowers regarding the Western States Primary.

June 2007: “Young Alumni Acknowledge Excellence” (University of Utah Continuum Magazine)…”Par Excellence Award: Kirk L. Jowers BS ’92 became the fourth director of the University’s Hinckley Institute of Politics in April 2005. While a student at the U, Jowers was a Harry S. Truman Scholar and served as a Hinckley Institute intern in Washington, D.C.”

June 2007: “Unconventional Wisdom” (University of Utah Continuum Magazine)…”Morgan, and executive assistant for the U’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and a junior working towards Honors degrees in political science and economics, was recently one of 65 students selected from 56 U.S. colleges and universities to be honored as a 2007 Truman Scholar.”

June 5, 2007: “Actor heightens GOP debate drama” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret Morning News)…”But Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, said Thompson is not the answer for conservatives dissatisfied with their choices. “Fred Thompson is not that conservative. His voting record is very much similar to McCain’s,” especially on issues like campaign finance. He is not that (former Arkansas Gov. Mike) Huckabee ‘I-don’t-believe-in-evolution’ kind of candidate,” Jowers said.

May 31, 2007: “Mingling with the Minister: U intern played role in electing Scottish leader”…”Murphy worked as an intern with the Scottish National Party last semester. The internship, which lasted from January until May, was sponsored by the Hinckley Institute of Politics. Since the international internship program began last year, 18 students have worked abroad in 20 countries ranging from China to Thailand, said Courtney McBeth, intern manager at the Institute. Other countries Hinckley interns are sent to include Taiwan, India, South Korea, Japan, Mexico, Brazil, Peru and, of course, Scotland.

May 31, 2007: “Internships gave U leaders a leg up” by Dustin Gardiner (Daily Utah Chronicle)…”In his second year at law school, Jowers, a U alumnus, was pitted against 19 other Harvard law students competing for a single spot with Wiley Rein & Fielding, a top Republican law firm. While his opponents had similarly impressive GPAs and test scores, Jowers had something that set him apart–he had completed five political internships.”

May 31, 2007: “Local and lovin’ it” by Parker Williams (Daily Utah Chronicle)…U students don’t have to look far to find internships that will broaden their educational experiences and strengthen resumes. Internships are becoming increasingly popular among students, and many are finding that Salt Lake City and its surrounding communities are great places to intern.

May 31, 2007: “On the Hill: U students intern in Washington, D.C.” by Rochelle McConkie (Daily Utah Chronicle)…”Both Miller and Diaz are in Washington, D.C., for the summer on internships with the Hinckley Institute of Politics. A total of 35 U students are interning in the nation’s capital this summer, working at places ranging from Senate offices, lobbying firms, public policy organizations and the American Civil Liberties Union.”

Spring 2007: “Every Student a Politician” by Madelin Brosnan (Salt Lake University Institute of Religion Century Magazine)…”The Hinckley Institute of Politics founded in 1965 by Robert H. Hinckley, is a tremendous resource for internships and political involvement…”

May 29, 2007: KSL Radio’s Nightside interviews Hinckley Institute Director Kirk L. Jowers regarding Mitt Romney’s announcement that, if elected president, he will donate his salary to charity.

May 2007: “Senator Bennett Welcomes New Summer Interns”…”Senator Bennett welcomed five new interns to Washington, D.C., this month to spend the summer assisting with various administrative and legislative assignments. “It is wonderful to see these young students interested in and committed to learning more about our legislative system,” said Bennett. “There is no doubt that a semester in Washington will contribute greatly to their education, and I’m pleased to get to know them through this experience.”

May 27, 2007: “Legislative conflicts of interest common” by Bob Bernick and Lee Davidson (Deseret Morning News)…”Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, says there is great value in having a part-time, citizen legislature. But, he adds, there is a hidden conflict of interest on legislation that few people talk about: Legislators’ legal ability to take cash out of their own campaign accounts and spend it any way they wish.”

May 21, 2007: “All taxpayers deserve congressional representation” by Anastasia Neidrich (Daily Utah Chronicle)…”This month, I was able to participate in a one-week intensive academic experience in Washington, D.C., through the Hinckley Institute of Politics Capitol Encounter seminar. While there, I saw hundreds of vehicle license plates issued from D.C., all with the same slogan on them: “Taxation Without Representation.”

May 19, 2007: “Sudanese envoy speaks in St. Louis on sanctions / Sudanese envoy says Darfur is complex” (Platform Blogs)…”Media reports are superficial, and the situation is complex, Ambassador John Ukec Lueth Ukec told a standing-room-only crowd at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

May 14, 2007: “Voucher Election Might Affect the Race for Salt Lake City Mayor”…”Jowers would not speculate which candidate best might benefit from the voucher question being on the ballot. However, he says candidates will have to address the issue whether they planned on it or not.”

May 11, 2007: “Mitt Romney in National Spotlight” Rich Piatt reporting (KSL Ch. 5 Eyewitness News)…”One political analyst and former campaign staffer calls this invaluable. Kirk Jowers, of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, says “If you talk to political experts, people need to be hit with something three or four times within a small period time for it to even make an imprint, so this is a perfect storm of Mitt Romney attention.”

May 11, 2007: “Shouts of bigotry grow against Sharpton over criticizing Romney’s Mormon faith”…”The Deseret News reported that Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, said the controversy will have no impact on how people perceive the LDS Church or Mitt Romney. ¦ This is much more about Sharpton.

May 11, 2007: “Shouts of Bigotry grow against Sharpton over criticizing Romney’s Mormon Faith” (Axcess News)…The Deseret News reported that Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, said the controversy “will have no impact on how people perceive the LDS Church or Mitt Romney. … This is much more about Sharpton.” Jowers called Sharpton “equal parts of publicity, pews and politics.”

May 10, 2007: KCPW’s (Utah ‘s NPR station) Bryan Schott hosts a segment with Hinckley Institute of Politics Director Kirk L. Jowers regarding whether the statewide special election on the school voucher referendum will impact the Salt Lake City mayoral race and a discussion regarding the Romney/Sharpton dispute.

May 10, 2007: “Catholics and Evangelicals leap to Romney’s defense” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret Morning News)…”Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, said the controversy “will have no impact on how people perceive the LDS Church or Mitt Romney. … This is much more about Sharpton.” He described Sharpton as “equal parts of publicity, pews and politics. I think publicity is driving this. It’s another way for him to get back in the center of the storm. I think he enjoyed himself with Imus.”

May 9, 2007: KSL Radio’s Tom Callan interviews Hinckley Institute Director Kirk L. Jowers regarding the Reverend Al Sharpton’s comments regarding Mitt Romney and Mormons.

May 9, 2007: Fox 13 Evening News’s Arrika Von interviews Hinckley Institute Director Kirk L. Jowers regarding the Reverend Al Sharpton’s comments regarding Mitt Romney and Mormons.

May 7, 2007: “A Democrat in State Office? Salt Lake County Mayor Corroon could do it” by Jeremiah Stettler (Salt Lake Tribune)…”Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, characterized the stadium squabble as a “defining moment” for Corroon. The mayor made a name for himself – and a good one at that – because polls showed most voters opposed public funding for the stadium project.”

May 4, 2007: “Rocky vs. Hannity…It’s One Hot Ticket Tonight” (KUTV Ch. 2 News)…”Kirk Jowers, director of the university’s Hinckley Institute of Politics says both men suffer from “God” complexes. He says they’ll have to try to avoid being too condescending during the debate.”

May 4, 2007: “Back of Mayoral field touts abilities” by Rosemary Winters (Salt Lake Tribune)…” J.P. Hughes, a surgeon; John Renteria, director of Centro Civico Mexicano, and Robert Comstock, a middle-school teacher, discussed downtown development, cultural divides and social services at a debate hosted by KUER’s Doug Fabrizio at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

May 4, 2007: “D-day finally here: Rocky-Hannity debate” by Doug Smeath (Deseret Morning News)…”The Salt Lake City mayor and the radio and TV talk-show host will square off at 8:30 p.m. at the University of Utah’s Kingsbury Hall, ostensibly to argue the war in Iraq and Anderson’s calls for impeachment of President Bush and Vice President Dick Cheney. If the run-up to the sold-out debate is any sign, look for a little rhetoric and maybe some name-calling, too.

May 4, 2007: “It’s On: Rocky, Hannity square off tonight in war of words” by Derek P. Jensen and Rosemary Winters (Salt Lake Tribune)… ”‘They both suffer from the God complex,” says Kirk Jowers, director of the U.’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. “They both have to avoid being too condescending and have some appreciation that people are not idiots or cowards for not going to their two extremes.’”

May 4, 2007: “Salt Lake Mayor, Talk Show Host to debate” (Idaho Falls Local News 8)…”Kirk Jowers, director of the university’s Hinckley Institute of Politics says both men suffer from “God” complexes. He says they’ll have to try to avoid being too condescending during the debate.”

May 3, 2007: “Final Preparations made for Rocky-Hannity Debate” by Chris Jones (ABC 4 Close to Home News)…”Final preparations are underway for the big debate between Salt Lake City Mayor Rocky Anderson and conservative commentator Sean Hannity. It is scheduled for Friday night at 8:30 at Kingsbury Hall on the campus of the University of Utah.”

May 3, 2007: “Rocky and Hannity Debate at Kingsbury Hall” by Tracy Medley (New West News)…”Ding! Ding! The fight is on between Salt Lake City Mayor, liberal cause-celeb Rocky Anderson and right-wing-broken record Sean Hannity. Friday night, the two will verbally duke it out at the University of Utah’s Kingsbury Hall in front of a sold out audience¦for charity (awwww).”

May 3, 2007: “How to Score the Rocky-Hannity Debate” by Derek P. Jensen and Romemary Winters (Salt Lake Tribune)…Advice for Hannity: Smile less. Check your American-flag vest at the door, says Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics. Wear a jacket and tie. The relaxed, button-down-shirt look will appear too casual. Advice for Rocky: Smile more. Wear as much red, white and blue as possible, Jowers admonishes. Dress to impress.”

May 3, 2007: “3 Underdogs Discuss Quest for Mayoral Job” by Doug Smeath (Deseret Morning News)…”Middle-school wood-shop teacher Robert Comstock, surgeon J.P. Hughes and Centro Civico Mexicano director John Renteria faced off Wednesday at the final of four meet-the-candidates forums hosted by KUER FM90 at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

May 3, 2007: “Rally Called a Success” by Deborah Bulkeley (Deseret Morning News)…”Such peaceful rallies allow communities to get involved and show the broader community that there is an issue, with the goal of impacting the legislative process, said Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’sHinckley Institute of Politics.”

May 3, 2007: “Render unto Rocky” by Katherine Biele (Salt Lake City Weekly)…”‘Rocky has a huge cult of personality,’ says Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah. He’s got a majority, so there’s no upside to taking him on. He’s an incredibly interesting and articulate man, so it makes perfect sense why he captures the public interest.

May 2, 2007: “Rocky Anderson vs. Sean Hannity Impeachment Debate” (Scoop Independent News)…”‘But in the larger picture, there is another question: How will what comes up contribute to the larger political debate? According to Kirk Jowers of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, “No, this is not a debate. This is really a forum for both of them to spew, really.’”

May 2, 2007: “Mitt Romney to host Debate Party Thursday” Andrew Adams reporting (KSL Ch. 5 Eyewitness News)…”Big names are showing up in Romney ads that are bombarding the airwaves. Romney supporter and Hinckley Institute of Politics Director Kirk Jowers says the idea of a debate party is to show thanks. ‘You need to continue to show love (laughs)¦the best place to find new supporters are with friends of current supporters.’”

May 2, 2007: KSL Radio’s Afternoon News with Scott & Maria interviews Hinckley Institute Director Kirk L. Jowers regarding the Anderson-Hannity Debate.

May 2, 2007: KSL Radio’s Andrew Adams interviews Hinckley Institute Director Kirk L. Jowers regarding the Republican Presidential Debate.

May 2, 2007: “Romney address may skirt religion” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret Morning News)…”The reason to do it early is to get it behind everyone,” said Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and a Romney supporter. Then the focus can shift from religion to which candidate is best qualified to be president, Jowers said, a discussion that shouldn’t include religion.

May 1, 2007: “Utahns Looking Forward to Upcoming Rocky-Hannity Debate” (KSL Newsradio 1160)…”But in the larger picture, there is another question: How will what comes up contribute to the larger political debate? According to Kirk Jowers of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, “No, this is not a debate. This is really a forum for both of them to spew, really.”

April 29, 2007: “Romney’s ‘sixth son’ handles campaign money” by Thomas Burr (Salt Lake Tribune)…”‘Of all the finance people I’ve worked with, [Zwick is] the most innovative and creative at thinking of ways to get more people involved in the process,’ said Kirk Jowers, now chairman of the Commonwealth PAC and also director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah.”

April 28, 2007: “Nader Attacks Big Business” by Josh Loftin (Deseret Morning News)…”A day after speaking in Orem as the alternative to Vice President Dick Cheney, consumer advocate and former presidential candidate Ralph Nader railed against America’s “corporate democracy” and urged University of Utah students to wrest control of the political landscape away from big money and business interests. Nader’s hourlong speech to an overflowing caucus room at the Hinckley Institute of Politics focused on the expansion and dominance of corporations in the United States.”

April 28, 2007: “Activist Nader flails away at power of corporations” by Matt Canham (Salt Lake Tribune)…”Nader’s speech before a standing-room-only crowd at the Hinckley Institute of Politics came one day after he participated in an alternative commencement at Brigham Young University for students who did not want to hear from Vice President Dick Cheney.”

April 27, 2007: “A Conversation with Ralph Nader” KCPW’s Bryan Schott interviews Ralph Nader (KCPW)…”Consumer advocate and presidential candidate Ralph Nader made a visit to Salt Lake City this week to participate in the BYU Alternative Commencement Ceremony in Provo and speak at theHinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah. Nader tells KCPW’s Bryan Schott what still drives him some 40 years after he first became an activist.

April 26, 2007: “U. panel offers view on Virginia Tech tragedy” by Julia Lyon (Salt Lake Tribune)…”The University of Utah struggles with its own race relations on a campus where most students are white, a panel offering Asian-American perspectives on the Virginia Tech tragedy suggested Wednesday. One U. doctoral student spoke of how minorities can feel unvalued, unwanted and unsupported academically. They may feel lonely socially.”

April 2007: “A Running Start: Profile of new SUU President Michael T. Benson” (SUU In View)…”‘Michael Benson is not a one shot wonder,’ Kirk Jowers
declares. Longtime friend, and now professional colleague of Benson’s, Jowers is the Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

April 25, 2007: “Spirit and scholarships: Alumni Assocation awards students, director of Hinckley Institute” by Ana Breton (Daily Utah Chronicle)…”The highest award of the night, the Par Excellence Award, was given to Kirk Jowers, the director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics. With his family, colleagues and friends from high school, the audience of about 200 watched a video about Jowers’ personal life and career as institute director, which began in 2005.

April 25, 2007: “Rocky trades jabs with Jowers” by Dustin Gardiner (Daily Utah Chronicle)…Sean Hannity isn’t the only Republican that Salt Lake City Mayor Rocky Anderson is having a hard time getting along with these days. Anderson, a Democrat, has also exchanged verbal jabs with Kirk Jowers, director of the U’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.

April 24, 2007: “Sudanese Envoy says Darfur is Complex” by Elaine Jarvik (Deseret Morning News)… “Media reports are superficial and the situation is complex, Ambassador John Ukec Lueth Ukec told a standing-room-only crowd at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

April 23, 2007: “Jowers off Romney Campaign: Hinckley Institute director says he wanted to stay in Utah” by Dustin Gardiner (Daily Utah Chronicle)…Jowers had worked as legal counsel for Republican contender Mitt Romney’s Commonwealth PAC in the planning stages of the campaign, but decided not to peruse an official role after Romney announced his candidacy. While Jowers said he firmly backs Romney and continues to be unofficially involved in the campaign, he chose to turn down a legal position on the campaign so his family could stay in Utah.

April 22, 2007: Hinckley Institute of Politics Director Kirk Jowers continued his role as a panelist on On the Record with Chris Vanocur, joining Chris Vanocur, Tom Barberi, Bruce Baird, and Enid Greene.

April 19, 2007: “Hollywood Republicans Lean to Romney in ’08″ by Lagan Sebert (Hollywood Today)…”‘The LDS connection is significant,’ said Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and a Romney supporter. ‘His candidacy has activated individuals who maybe never before have contributed to a campaign. California is the golden state for Romney. It has a sizable LDS component, a lot of money and a lot of people,’ he said.”

April 18, 2007: “Correction to Rivals Mix for Tribute to Wayne Owens” by Paul Rolly (Salt Lake Tribune)…”Mea culpa: Due to a couple of age-related brain glitches in my piece last week about the Hinckley Institute of Politics tribute to the late Rep. Wayne Owens, I called Randy Quarles, one of the speakers, Randy Squarels. And I said Owens died of a heart attack on a Red Sea beach. It was a Mediterranean beach. On a brighter note, the Hinckley Institute is now offering a Wayne Owens scholarship for students focusing on Middle East politics and a teaching chair in Middle East politics, which was spiced by a $1 million donation from SlimFast founder Daniel Abraham, who was a close friend of Owens.

April 17, 2007: “Utah Donors Favor Romney” by Lisa Riley Roche and Lee Davidson (Deseret Morning News)…” When it comes to contributions from Utah, the run for the White House isn’t much of a horse race. That’s because a single presidential candidate, Republican Mitt Romney, collected a whopping 91 percent ” nearly $2.8 million ” of the more than $3 million in contributions made to leading presidential candidates. “I’m pleasantly surprised that it’s over 90 percent with such a wide-open field,” said Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and a Romney supporter. “But I did have high expectations that Utah’s favorite son would dominate the field.”

April 17, 2007: “Matheson Reports big Election Account” by Robert Gehrke (Salt Lake Tribune)…”"He’s an intimidating opponent,” said Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah. Jowers said Matheson enjoys two benefits he has not had in the past: First, he is now a member of the majority party; second, he had a decisive win in 2006, “so now he’s a pretty safe bet for a contributor.” Jowers said Matheson is off the list of vulnerable House incumbents, and it’s unlikely the national GOP will spend much time recruiting a candidate to run against him. “And if a top-tier competitor were to run against him they would know they wouldn’t get any help from the national party and they’d have to overcome this incredible financial advantage he has.”

April 16, 2007: “Mayoral candidates reverse their harsh rhetoric about Anderson” by Derek P. Jensen (Salt Lake Tribune)…”Still, as the horse race to replace Anderson continues, Hinckley Institute of Politics Director Kirk Jowers expects the candidates to keep their distance from the lame duck. ‘It really is a no-win situation to speak for or against the mayor right now,’ he explained. ‘People either love him or hate him. And both sides have long memories.’”

April 14, 2007: “Utah No. 2 in Romney Contributions” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret Morning News)…”The LDS connection is significant,” said Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics and a Romney supporter. “His candidacy has activated individuals who maybe never before have contributed to a campaign.”

April 13, 2007: “Wayne Owend Praised as Politician Without Peer” by Josh Loftin (Deseret Morning News)…”Former Rep. Wayne Owens was honored by peers from both sides of the aisle at the Hinckley Institute of Politics Thursday.”

April 13, 2007: “Rivals Mix for Tribute to Wayne Owens” by Paul Rolly (Salt Lake Tribune)…”An unlikely mixture of Utahns spanning three generations cohabited the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics on Thursday for the posthumous induction of Owens into the Hinckley Institute’s Hall of Fame.”

April 13, 2007: “Hinckley Institute Honors Late Congressman: Wayne Owens Inducted into Hall of Fame” by Dustin Gardiner (Daily Utah Chronicle)…Owens’ former staffers and family members reflected on their memories of his tough first campaign and lengthy political career during a forum Thursday where Wayne Owens was inducted into the Hinckley Institute of Politics Hall of Fame.

April 12, 2007: “Former Utah Congressman Wayne Owens Honored” (KSL Ch. 5 Eyewitness News)…Former Utah Congressman Wayne Owens inducted into the Hinckley Institute of Politics Hall of Fame at the University of Utah.

April 12, 2007: “Former Utah congressman Owens honored at U of U” (ABC Ch. 4 Close to Home)… Wayne Owens is once again being both honored and remembered. The former Utah Congressman was inducted into the Hinckley Institute’s Political Hall of Fame Thursday.

April 12, 2007: “Wayne Owens inducted into Hinckley Hall of Fame” (ABC Ch. 4 Close to Home).

April 12, 2007: “SLC Mayoral Candidates Differ on Skywalk Proposal” by Derek P. Jensen (Salt Lake Tribune)…”The hourlong dialogue at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics - the last in a series of three featuring the major mayoral contenders – crystallized other differences between these two candidates.”

April 12, 2007: “Experience Called Key for Mayor” by Doug Smeath (Deseret Morning News)…”Ralph Becker and Dave Buhler have both represented Salt Lake City on Capitol Hill. Now, they both want to move into City Hall. The two mayoral candidates tout their experience as key to helping them lead the capital city, on issues from bridging the religious divide to literally bridging Main Street. Becker is a Democrat and current House minority leader. Buhler is a Republican who served in the state Senate from 1995-1999 and is now on the City Council. The two men faced off Wednesday at the third meet-the-candidates forum sponsored by KUER FM90 at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

April 12, 2007: “Altie and Still Salty: New Editor Holly Mullen returns to her Alternative Roots and City Weekly” by Holly Mullen (City Weekly)…”I am married to Ted Wilson, mayor of Salt Lake City from 1976-85. He directed the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics until he retired in 2003. He stays busy in political and community affairs. Notable among those is his vice president’s position on the board of the Southern Utah Wilderness Alliance.”

April 11, 2007: “SLC Mayoral Candidates Becker and Buhler Square Off” by Tracy Medley (New West News)…Salt Lake City mayoral candidates Ralph Becker and Dave Buhler sat down Wednesday to debate several citywide hot button issues at the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah.

April 11, 2007: KSL Radio’s Doug Wright Show interviews Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers in anticipation of the Hinckley Institute Hall of Fame Induction of Wayne Owens.

April 11, 2007: “Former Congressman to be Inducted into the Hinckley Institute Hall of Fame” (KCPW)…”It’s been 5 years since former Congressman Wayne Owens passed away – the victim of a heart attack while traveling in Tel Aviv. Tomorrow afternoon, Owens will be inducted into the Hinckley Institute of Politics Hall of Fame. KCPW’s Bryan Schott has this remembrance of Owens, from some of the people who knew him well.”

April 11, 2007: “Former congressman to be inducted into Hinckley Hall of Fame” by Dustin Gardiner (Daily Utah Chronicle)...Wayne Owens, the late Utah congressman, will be inducted into the Hinckley Institute of Politics‘ Hall of Fame on Thursday. Owens, a Democrat, represented Utah’s 2nd Congressional District in the U.S. House of Representatives for nearly a decade-from 1973 to 1975 and 1987 to 1993. He also ran unsuccessfully for governor and senator.

April 11, 2007: “Cartoonist lampoons Bush, Utah culture” by Jay Logan Rogers (Daily Utah Chronicle)…Bagley showed a PowerPoint presentation of his political cartoons to a packed audience at the Hinckley Institute of Politics on Monday. He poked fun at BYU-his alma mater-and rival newspaper the Deseret Morning News during his speech.

April 8, 2007: “Race for Salt Lake mayor appears wide open” by Bob Bernick, Jr. (Deseret Morning News)…”And experience is what each of the candidates are now touting as they appear two-by-two before the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics in early debates this spring.”

April 6, 2007: “Candidates differ over mayor’s role” by Dustin Gardiner (Daily Utah Chronicle)…”Nancy Saxton and Meghan Holbrook, two candidates for the city’s top post, spent much of their time during a forum Wednesday at the Hinckley Institute of Politics explaining their perceptions of what the next mayor’s job should be.”

April 6, 2007: “Cartooning the body politic” by Jack Rizotti (Daily Utah Chronicle)…”Bagley, a nationally recognized cartoonist for The Salt Lake Tribune, will be speaking at the Hinckley Institute of Politics on Monday, April 9, at 1:30 p.m. He will be speaking on topics including cartooning in Utah, the lack of evolution in the Utah State Legislature and the increasingly less popular president that inspired his Clueless George series.”

April 5, 2007: “Hopefuls differ on mayor’s job” by Derek P. Jenses (Salt Lake Tribune)…”Salt Lake City’s next mayor must be a bridge builder with the Legislature and stay mum about his or her personal politics. Actually, Rocky Anderson’s replacement has a “moral obligation” to speak out – even on war – if informed. So gs the contrasting styles between mayoral hopefuls Meg Holbrook and Nancy Saxton, who debated topics including neighborhood stewardship, sky bridges and crime in Pioneer Park during a candidate forum Wednesday at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.

April 5, 2007: “2 Salt Lake hopefuls air opposing views of mayor post” (Deseret Morning News)…”Two candidates for Salt Lake City mayor Wednesday painted opposing pictures of the top job, with one saying she would focus on issues at the neighborhood level while the other sees more importance in the big picture. At the second of three meet-the-candidates forums sponsored by KUER FM90 at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, two of the nine declared candidates ” former Democratic Party chairwoman Meghan Holbrook and current City Councilwoman Nancy Saxton ” laid out their vision of how they would run the capital city.”

April 4, 2007: “SLC mayoral candidates sound off on Rocky, other issues” by Derek Jensen (Salt Lake Tribune)…”Salt Lake City Councilwoman Nancy Saxton argued that despite Anderson’s polarizing reputation, ‘on moral issues, we have a moral obligation to speak out if we are informed.’ ‘War is a moral issue, land rights is a moral issue,’ she said today. By contrast, Meg Holbrook, former Utah Democratic Party chairwoman, says the mayor should not express his or her personal views. ;I don’t think Salt Lake City continues to have a foreign policy.’ Holbrook said. The exchange marked one of several subjects the candidates differed on during a meet the candidate forum at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.

April 4, 2007 “Bryson Morgan Captures Coveted Truman Scholarship” (University of Utah FYI Newsletter)…”U of U student Bryson Morgan got some exciting news in late March when he was named by Secretary Madeleine K. Albright, president of the Harry S Truman Scholarship Foundation, as a 2007 Truman Scholar. He is one of 65 scholars selected from among 585 candidates and will receive a $30,000 scholarship for graduate study, priority admission to a premier graduate institution; and special fellowship opportunities within the federal government”all to prepare him for a career in public service.

April 3, 2007: “Even Mormons Jumping off Bush Bandwagon as War Takes it Toll” (Niagara Falls Reporter)…Kirk Jowers, the director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, told the Salt Lake Tribune the church leader’s remarks “may have been interpreted by the LDS community as an indictment against the world’s violence.” Jowers said, “Small phrases by President Hinckley are to the LDS community as Alan Greenspan’s words were to the financial community.”

April 3, 2007: “U student named as Truman Scholar” (Deseret Morning News)…”University of Utah student Bryson Morgan has been announced as 2007 Truman Scholar. Morgan is the first Truman Scholar at the U. in seven years and one of only three Truman Scholars selected from a Utah university in the past 10 years. He is one of 65 students selected from 56 U.S. colleges and universities.”

April 2, 2007: “U. Student in Rare Company” by Sheena McFarland (Salt Lake Tribune)…University of Utah student Bryson Morgan has been named one of 65 Harry S Truman Scholars across the nation, and the only one from Utah.
Morgan, a junior studying political science and economics, will be awarded a $30,000 scholarship.

March 29, 2007: “Who’ll get job to moderate Rocky, Hannity debate” by Doug Smeath (Deseret Morning News)…”Wright floated the idea of Kirk Jowers, director of the U.’s Hinckley Institute of Politics who has advised more than 30 GOP congressional candidates and provided legal counsel to Bush’s 2000 presidential campaign. “A Republican shill from way back?” Anderson responded. Jones said Wednesday afternoon that he had no idea whom he might choose. He said it would be someone “kind of nonpartisan, maybe a retired judge.”

March 28, 2007: “Rocky and Hannity Agree to Debate on May 4th” Richard Piatt and Sheryl Worsley reporting (KSLChannel 5 Eyewitness News)…”It looks like the Sean Hannity-Rocky Anderson debate might happen after all. Hannity and Anderson agreed to a date, time and format. But their exchange, which aired on KSL Newsradio’s Doug Wright show today, was sprinkled with barbs.”

March 28, 2007: “U Student named Truman Scholar: Bryson Morgan to receive $30,000 scholarship” by Dustin Gardiner (Daily Utah Chronicle)…”Truman Scholars receive $30,000 for graduate study, priority admission to top graduate schools, leadership training and opportunities for reserved government fellowships. Morgan said that while the money is attractive, the scholarship is most valuable for the advantage it gives students when applying to graduate schools. During his time at the U, Morgan has held numerous leadership positions. He has worked as an assistant in the Hinckley Institute of Politics for the past four years and was director of Government Relations for the student government.”

March 27, 2007: “Harry S Truman Scholarship Awarded to U of U Student” (U of U Press Release)…“Secretary Madeleine K. Albright, president of the Harry S Truman Scholarship Foundation, announced University of Utah’s Bryson Morgan as one of 65 students selected from 56 U.S. colleges and universities as a 2007 Truman Scholar.”

March 26, 2007: Chris Vanocur, reporter for KTVX, Channel 4 Evening News (ABC), interviewed Hinckley Institute of Politics Director Kirk L. Jowers regarding Utah’s ethics laws and the implications of the annual lobbyist/legislator St. George golf trip.

Continuum Magazine, Spring 2007, Volume 16 No. 4 (University of Utah) Sara Hogan BS’05 (Health Promotion and Education) was named Miss Black Utah USA 2006-07 by the Miss Black U.S.A. Pageant and Scholarship Foundation, Inc.Through the Hinckley Institute of Politics internship program, she worked at the U. S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Office of Minority Health and served on the African American Outreach Task Force for the Medicare Part D Prescription Drug program at the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services.

March 25, 2007: “Utah’s LDS no longer firmly back Iraq war” by Matthew D. LaPlante (Salt Lake Tribune)…”He may or may not have intended anything by it, and he certainly didn’t mention Iraq in that speech, but the speech certainly may have been interpreted by the LDS community as an indictment against the world’s violence,” said Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. “Small phrases by President Hinckley are to the LDS community as Alan Greenspan’s words were to the financial community.” While ambiguous in relation to Iraq, Hinckley’s words wouldn’t be the final indication that Bush’s war leadership was rightfully subject to question among the LDS faithful. There would be other, clearer messages to come.

March 25, 2007: “Do we have to claim the Utahns in D.C.?” by Rebecca Walsh (Salt Lake Tribune)…Kirk Jowers, Director of the University of Utah’sHinckley Institute of Politics, says guilt by association is inevitable. But the benefits outweigh the risks. “As a small state, you need to make friends where you can in high places,” Jowers says. “You’d rather have your people in the administration than not.”

March 16, 2007: “SLC mayoral contenders debate same-sex partner benefits, Rocky’s agenda” by Dustin Gardiner (Daily Utah Chronicle)…”It wasn’t supposed to be a debate, but that didn’t stop two candidates for Salt Lake City mayor from bickering over several controversial issues Wednesday. Jenny Wilson and Keith Christensen, two of the 10 candidates in the race, debated their views on benefits for same-sex partners of city employees and current Mayor Rocky Anderson’s activism during a “Meet the Candidates” forum at the Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

March 15, 2007: “Mayoral candidates clash over future of pioneer park” by Derek P. Jensen (Salt Lake Tribune)…”Wednesday’s testy moments highlighted an otherwise congenial hour at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, where both candidates took strides to burnish their “progressive” credentials. Each pledged to champion equal rights for gay employees, eschew big-box stores and push environmental initiatives should they be elected to lead Utah’s left-leaning capital.”

March 15, 2007: “Mayoral fs’progressive’” by Doug Smeath (Deseret Morning News)…”I’m fiscally conservative and socially progressive,” said former city councilman Keith Christensen, a Republican, at the first of three meet-the-candidates forums sponsored by KUER FM90 at the university’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. Each forum will feature two candidates. Jenny Wilson, a Democrat and Salt Lake County councilwoman, was the other candidate at Wednesday’s forum. She ticked through a list of her progressive credentials ” pro-choice, pro-gay, a champion of clean air and open space.”

March 15, 2007: “Announcing the release of Stolen Hers; Fleeting Dreams” by Myriam Neze Onyeabor. Myriam Neze Onyeabor migrated to Europe from Nigeria in the 1970s as a young girl. She is the two-time recipient of a French government scholarship, a Hinckley Institute award recipient in 1985, and the peace scholar for the Philanthropic Educational Organization for USA and Canada in 1987.

March 14, 2007: “Christensen, Wilson bicker over Rocky, gay rights, Pioneer Park” by Derek P. Jensen (Salt Lake Tribune)…”There also was a testy exchange when Wilson questioned Christensen’s commitment to a nondiscrimination policy toward gay employees. But for the most part, the candidates attempted to burnish their “progressive” credentials to lead Utah’s left-leaning capital before a mostly student audience at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

March 14, 2007: “Meet 2 candidates for mayor today at U” (Deseret Morning News)…”Today, KUER FM90 and the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics will host the first of three meet-the-candidates forums as Salt Lake City prepares to narrow its field of 10 would-be mayors to two. The forum will feature County Councilwoman Jenny Wilson and former City Councilman Keith Christensen. Each of the forums will run from 11 a.m. to noon in the Hinckley Caucus Room, Orson Spencer Hall, Room 255 on the U. campus.

March 14, 2007: “Salt Lake Mayoral Candidate Ralph Becker Meets with Bloggers” by Tracy Medley (New West News)…”Jenny Wilson and Keith Christensen will debate Wednesday at 11a.m. at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. The debate will be broadcast live on RadioWestKUER FM90.”

March 13, 2007: “Rocky v. Hannity: A referee for rhetoric” by Derek P. Jensen (Salt Lake Tribune)…” If the event lands at the U., some are advocating forKirk Jowers, head of the Hinckley Institute of Politics. ‘He’d handle it in a very professional way,’ said Jayne Nelson, Hinckley’s assistant director, ‘even if it turned out to be more frivolous.’

March 12, 2007: “Poll Shows Support for Petition to Put Soccer Deal on Ballot” Ashley Hayes and John Daley reporting (KSL Channel 5 Eyewitness News)…”Kirk Jowers, director, Hinckley Institute of Politics: ‘It becomes a very difficult process. You need a lot of troops on the ground to actually do it. Or you need a lot of money to be able to pay people to do it.’

March 6, 2007: “Opponents of Soccer Stadium are Organizing a Referendum” John Daley reporting (KSL Television)…”political scientist Kirk Jowerssays the referendum hurdle is high, requiring 92,000 signatures in about a month to put it on the ballot. If they do clear that hurdle, it will likely be in November of ’08. Kirk Jowers, director, Hinckley Institute of Politics: ”It becomes a very difficult process. You need a lot of troops on the ground to actually do it, or you need a lot of money to be able to pay people to do it.

March 6, 2007: John Daley, reporter for KSL, Channel 5 Eyewitness News (NBC), interviewed Hinckley Institute of Politics Director Kirk L. Jowers regarding the Real Salt Lake Soccer stadium and school voucher bill referendum drives.

March 3, 2007: “RSVP” Your Guide to Utah’s Social Scene” (Salt Lake Tribune)… A Humanities Happy Hour at Squatters Brew Pub Feb. 15 offered good company and conversation as well as standing room only for members of the University of Utah donor club that meets monthly to talk about timely and timeless matters. This month’s food for thought was brought by Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah Hinckley Institute of Politics, whose up-close description of what “red” and “blue” mean when you are talking about states and politics was lively, thought-provoking fun.

March 3, 2007: “Opinions are Diverse on ‘those mormons’” by Dennis Romboy (Deseret Morning News)…”Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah Hinckley Institute of Politics, said “both Republicans and President Bush are faring far worse than Mormons in the country right now.” The top four contenders for the presidency have issues with age, race, gender or religion, he said. “The media is billing this election as one to overcome some prejudice.”

March 2, 2007: “On the Hill, it’s easy street or rough ride” by Matt Canham (Salt Lake Tribune)…”‘I’ve never had a session where I was able to do it all’,” Senate President John Valentine said Thursday at a forum at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. ‘It was amazing.’”

March 1, 2007: “Legislative Lessons: U students intern on Capitol Hill” by Natalie Hale (Daily Utah Chronicle)…”Patrick Reimherr, a sophomore in political science, has been heavily involved in politics and said he intends to “soak up every opportunity the Hinckley Institute has to offer” students. He also chose to do an internship through the institute to have a personal experience in creating law. “There are people up here who are a big part of the process,” Reimherr said. “You get to be a part of legislation that will affect your community.”

February 27, 2007: “Talk on March 6 on ‘N.Y. Times and the First Amendment” (Deseret Morning News)…George Freeman, assistant general counsel of The New York Times Co., will discuss “The New York Times and the First Amendment” at 12:30 p.m. March 6 in the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics Caucus Room.

February 23, 2007: “Former Israeli Prime Minister calls ‘global community’ to work for peace” by Rochelle McConkie (Daily Utah Chronicle)…In what he called a “uniquely turbulent period” of world history, former Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Barak urged listeners to create a global community to work toward peace. Barak condemned terrorism, saying that it is a critical issue the world should get rid of within the next generation, calling 2007 a “defining year.”

February 21, 2007: “Getting ‘More for U’ ASUU Candidates Strive for Unconventionality” by Rochelle McConkie (Daily Utah Chronicle)…Coccimiglio served a mission in Brazil for the LDS Church from 2001 to 2003. Afterward, he studied abroad in Oviedo, Spain, finished an internship in Lima, Peru, for the U.S. Embassy and was an intern at the White House last spring. All of Coccimiglio’s internships were subsidized by U scholarships and the Hinckley Institute of Politics. “I’ve received a lot from the U-programs have really been opened up for me because of scholarships and internships,” Coccimiglio said. “I want these things for the students because I got them.”

February 20, 2007: “Mitt visiting to accept backing and raise funds” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret Morning News)…”Romney has the backing of 45 of the 55 Republicans in the Utah House and 16 of the 21 GOP state senators, said Kirk Jowers, a key adviser to the Romney campaign and head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

February 20, 2007: “Pushing Forward: Party promotes changes within ASUU” by Rochelle McConkie (Daily Utah Chronicle)…Over the years in ASUU, Pehrson has been on Freshman Council, the government relations board, attorney general, chief of staff and the academic chair of the executive cabinet. He has also served two Hinckley Institute of Politics internships to Washington, D.C. to work for a non-governmental organization called Medical Care Development International and at the Utah state capitol for majority whip Steve Urquhart. Pehrson was also the vice president of LDSSA.

February 18, 2007: “Ehud Barak, former Israeli prime minister, will speak at U. on situation in Middle East” (Salt Lake Tribune)…”Former Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Barak will deliver a speech on the Middle East on Thursday at the University of Utah. The speech, open to the public, is titled “The Middle East: Today and Tomorrow” and helps launch a world leadership forum at the Obert C. and Grace A. Tanner Humanities Center that aims to bring international figures to the university to discuss issues and events of global importance.”

February 16, 2007: Hinckley Institute of Politics Director Kirk L. Jowers appeared as a guest on Utah Now on KUED: Can a Mormon be the President?,Channel 7 (PBS).

February 12, 2007: KUER’s RadioWest host Doug Fabrizio interviews Hinckley Institute Director Kirk L. Jowers regarding Mitt Romney’s 2008 bid for President

February 13, 2007: “Azeri envoy to LA delivers a lecture in Utah University” (Today.AZ)…”The consul general delivered lectures on Azerbaijan’s foreign policy and Nagorno Karabakh conflict in Hinckley Institute of Utah University and Political Sciences faculty of the University. The consul general met with the students, as well as Azerbaijanis studying at the university and foreign students lived in Azerbaijan for a long time. The consul general informed the participants of Azerbaijan-US strategic cooperation, oil and gas strategy of our country, reforms being carried out in the country.”

February 8, 2007: “Not just for the rich: Hinckley Institute seeks to make political internships affordable for all” by Dustin Gardiner (Daily Utah Chronicle)…”Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, wants the U to be different. Jowers said the U is working to make top-notch internships both affordable and open to all qualified students. ‘(We’re) essentially the rich, powerful aunt or uncle for every student,” Jowers said. “The genius of Robert H. Hinckley was that he made internships a possibility for every student’…”

February 7, 2007: “Gunfire dsn’t solve anything: Civil-rights’-conscious activists go too far” by Jason Richards (Daily Utah Chronicle)…Before I delve into the minds of people who think people such as William Pingree, a conservative political science professor and former Reagan administration official, and Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics and consultant to Republican Mitt Romney, are “ex-hippies,” I am first wondering what an “irrational fear of weapons” entails.

February 3, 2007: “Utah’s voice a whimper in noisy Congress’ halls” by Robert Gehrke (Salt Lake Tribune)…”It definitely hurts to get kicked around by South Dakota and Maine,” said Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah. “When the Democrats take over and we are such a Republican state and our most senior leaders are Republican, it’s going to hurt our standings.”

February 1, 2007: “Hope for the homeless” by Jason Richards (Daily Utah Chronicle)…”Gold was on display in the Hinckley Institute of Politics on Monday. Typically, the Hinckley Institute features famous politicians, authors and even American presidents. But none were more moving and important to the civil dialogue in Utah and the United States than Susan Hinson’s appearance on Monday. This particular Hinckley Forum was called “Hope for the Homeless” and featured directors of anti-poverty organizations and the personal dialogue of Hinson.”

January 31, 2007: “Subsidized housing a hand up for homeless” by Dustin Gardiner (Daily Utah Chronicle)…”After being selected to take part in a pilot housing program sponsored by the Pamela Atkinson Homeless Trust Fund, Hinson and her family were taken off the streets more than a year ago, and their lives began to change. ‘None of us are homeless now,’ she said. Hinson spoke at the Hinckley Institute of Politics Tuesday afternoon alongside a group of local homeless advocates.

January 25, 2007: “Utahns Hopeful for Immigration Reform” by Deborah Bulkeley (Deseret Morning News)…Given that the president is a Republican and the Democrats control Congress, any comprehensive reform will likely be “somewhat simple and focused on a few big issues,” said Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics. “I think his immigration proposal is probably the one that has the highest likelihood of actually getting support in Congress and maybe seeing action,” Jowers said.

January 24, 2007: “Speaker urges students to remember the Holocaust ” by Dustin Gardiner (Daily Utah Chronicle)…”‘Unfortunately it is a story that a lot of people don’t know,’ King said. ‘People have a hard time believing that a country like Germany could do what it did.’ She made her comments while delivering a talk about hers of the Holocaust at the Hinckley Institute of Politics Tuesday. King is the institute’s fellow for spring semester.”

January 23, 2007: “More money or more options?” by Matthew Homer (Daily Utah Chronicle)…An internship can pay huge dividends, but finding a good one isn’t so easy. RÃ©sumÃ©s are critically important, but like many things in the real world, whom you know sometimes matters more. That’s why the U is so lucky to have the Hinckley Institute of Politics. It has established contacts with many organizations and possesses the wherewithal to connect you with an appropriate opportunity. The career services Web site also provides an excellent list of internship search engines.”

January 23, 2007: “Partisan policymakers need cleansing” by Andy Thompson (Daily Utah Chronicle)…”At last week’s Hinckley Institute of Politicsforum, former U.S. legislators Jake Garn, R-Utah; Bill Orton, D-Utah and Enid Greene, R-Utah, discussed how mean everyone on Capitol Hill has become. Garn described today’s Congress as ‘overly partisan and personally nasty.’”

January 21, 2007: “Western frontier for politics” (Daily Herald)…”But now, as Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics noted, the West is becoming the nation’s last great political battlefield. Democrats have given up on the South while Republicans have conceded the coasts. That leaves the fly-over states as the place to make a stand and attempt to gain new support.

January 20, 2007: “Rolly: Former Utah politicians decry today’s bitter partisanship” by Paul Rolly (Salt Lake Tribune)…”Garn, Greene and Orton appeared on a panel at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics last week and agreed that the political climate is nigh intolerable. And these are people who otherwise didn’t agree on much. At least Orton didn’t often see eye to eye with the other two.”

January 19, 2007: “Bad Company: Cooperation with Saudi Arabia illustrates our foreign policy’s hypocrisy” by Jason Richards (Daily Utah Chronicle)…”The famous, world-renowned tradition of American political hypocrisy was on display in the Hinckley Institute of Politics last Friday. Prince Turki Al-Faisal, former Saudi ambassador to the United States, spoke and reminded us all of the loving relationship the United States and Saudi Arabia enjoy.”

January 18, 2007: “Muddy Politics: Former Congress members say Washington is too Divided” by Dustin Gardiner (Daily Utah Chronicle)…Former Senator Jake Garn, R-Utah; former Congressman Bill Orton, D-Utah; and former Congresswoman Enid Green, R-Utah, discuss the importance of young people getting involved in politics and the harsh divisions between political parties at the Hinckley Institute of Politics on yesterday morning.

January 16, 2007: “Saudi prince: Iraqis want one nation” by Dustin Gardiner (Daily Utah Chronicle)…Prince Turki Al-Faisal Al Saud, former ambassador to the United States for Saudi Arabia, said the fervent divisions between Sunni and Shi’ite Muslims in his country are “unusual” for an area that has traditionally been united. “What we are witnessing today is an aberration,” Turki said. Turki made his comments to a crowd of students at the Hinckley Institute of Politics on Friday.

January 16, 2007: KSL Radio’s Doug Wright Show interviews former Members of Congress Enid Greene and Bill Orton in anticipation of the Hinckley Institute Forum: After Capitol Hill: Utah’s Former Members of Congress Remember Their Service.

January 15, 2007: KCPW’s (Utah ‘s NPR station) Bryan Schott hosts a segment with Hinckley Institute of Politics Director Kirk L. Jowers regarding the significance to Utah of the Democrats selecting Denver, Colorado for its 2008 Convention.

January 12, 2007: “Demos’ Western Agenda: Add Blue” by Thomas Burr (Salt Lake Tribune)…The Democrats’ decision is an important acknowledgment that the West is really where the action is, says Kirk Jowers, director of the
University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. The Republicans are writing off the coasts and the Democrats are writing off the South, but everyone seems to acknowledge that the West is in play.

January 7, 2007: “Utahns Express Disapproval with the President’s Management of Iraq” by Tracy Medley (New West Politics)…Kirk Jowers the director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics told The Tribune, ”I think Utah is like the canary in the coal mine for Bush. If he loses Utah, the state that has been most steadfast in supporting him, he has to know it can’t get much lower.”

January 7, 2007: “Utahns break from Bush on Iraq” by Matthew D. LaPlante (The Salt Lake Tribune)…Although Utah still appears to lead the nation in its support for Bush’s war management, the drop below 50 percent should be a warning to the Bush administration, said Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. “I think Utah is like the canary in the coal mine for Bush,” Jowers said. “If he loses Utah, the state that has been most steadfast in supporting him, he has to know it can’t get much lower.”

January 4, 2007: “Immigration bill on docket again” by Deborah Bulkeley (Deseret Morning News)…Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, said he doubts Utah lawmakers will get to anything as comprehensive as Colorado’s legislation. “They’ll continue to fight on some of these more isolated issues,” he said.

2007 Hinckley Forums Media Coverage

January 31, 2007: “Subsidized housing a hnad up for homeless” by Dustin Gardiner (Daily Utah Chronicle)…”After being selected to take part in a pilot housing program sponsored by the Pamela Atkinson Homeless Trust Fund, Hinson and her family were taken off the streets more than a year ago, and their lives began to change. ‘None of us are homeless now,’ she said. Hinson spoke at the Hinckley Institute of Politics Tuesday afternoon alongside a group of local homeless advocates.

January 19, 2007: “Bad Company: Cooperation with Saudi Arabia illustrates our foreign policy’s hypocrisy”…The famous, world-renowned tradition of American political hypocrisy was on display in the Hinckley Institute of Politics last Friday. Prince Turki Al-Faisal, former Saudi ambassador to the United States, spoke and reminded us all of the loving relationship the United States and Saudi Arabia enjoy.

Interns in the News

May 31, 2007″ “Local and lovin’ it” by Parker Williams (Daily Utah Chronicle)…U students don’t have to look far to find internships that will broaden their educational experiences and strengthen resumes. Internships are becoming increasingly popular among students, and many are finding that Salt Lake City and its surrounding communities are great places to intern.

May 31, 2007: On the Hill: U students intern in Washington, D.C.” by Rochelle McConkie (Daily Utah Chronicle)…”Both Miller and Diaz are in Washington, D.C., for the summer on internships with the Hinckley Institute of Politics. A total of 35 U students are interning in the nation’s capital this summer, working at places ranging from Senate offices, lobbying firms, public policy organizations and the American Civil Liberties Union.”

2006 MEDIA COVERAGE

December 19, 2006: “Pete Suazo Foundation Seeking Applicants” (Deseret Morning News)…”Applications for scholarships and internships are being accepted by the Hinckley Institute of Politic’s Senator Pete Suazo Leadership Foundation. The foundation provides scholarships and internship opportunities for ethnic minority students who demonstrate a passion for community service.”

December 6, 2006: “Rolly: Good cops jump in to the rescue” by Paul Rolly (The Salt Lake Tribune)…”Pedal pusher: Former Salt Lake City Mayor andHinckley Institute of Politics Director Ted Wilson has a new job: He has teamed up with
the Larry H. Miller sports enterprise to run the fledgling but growing Tour of Utah bicycle race.”

December 5, 2006: “Jones puts passion into politics” by Doug Robinson (Deseret Morning News)…Give Dan Jones a classroom full of students, and
he’s like Streep with a script, Montana with a gridiron, Pavarotti with an orchestra. This guy is good. He’s so good that students, after taking his class, routinely change their majors to political science or go directly from his classroom to the office of the poly sci department to sign up for volunteer political work. “Happens all the time,” says senior Bryson Morgan, a former student aide for Jones who works at the university’s Hinckley Institute of
Politics.

December 5, 2006: “The Year of Internationalization at the U” (University of Utah December 2006 FYI)…”Thanks to a generous donation from Asian philanthropist Li Ka Shing, the Hinckley Institute of Politics will now offer paid internships in China, India, South Korea, Japan, Mexico, Brazil, Peru, Scotland, and Thailand…”

December 4, 2006: “Dan Jones has made name as educator, pollster” by Dustin Gardiner (Daily Utah Chronicle)…”Jones‘ dedication to students recently earned him the first Civic, Character and Service Learning Award from the Utah Commission on Civic and Character Education. He was nominated for the award by the Hinckley Institute…”

December 3, 2006: “Dan Jones honored for his teaching” (Deseret Morning News)…Dan Jones was recently honored by the Utah Commission on Civic and Character Education. Jones, known for his polling and political work through his firm Dan Jones & Associates, is the first person to receive the Civic, Character and Service Learning Award.

December 3, 2006: “Beholden to Special Interests?” by Lee Davidson and Bob Bernick Jr. (Deseret Morning News)…”Utah’s campaign finance system ‘is not healthy,’ says Kirk Jowers, head of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the
University of Utah. ‘Two previous national studies’ on campaign finance ‘gave Utah an F and a D-,’ said Jowers. ‘Everyday Utahns are disenfranchised through the special-interest giving’ to legislators…”

November 30, 2006: “House Speaker Still the Winner After Recount” (KUTV Channel 2 News)…”Kirk Jowers, a political scientist at the University of Utah, said Curtis may have lost votes because of his support for a soccer stadium in Sandy. ‘He will have to focus a little more attention to his home district,’ Jowers said…”

November 30, 2006: “House Speaker Still the Winner After Recount” (ABC 4 News)…”Kirk Jowers, a political scientist at the University of Utah, said Curtis may have lost votes because of his support for a soccer stadium in Sandy. ‘He will have to focus a little more attention to his home district,’ Jowers said…”

November 30, 2006: “State Congressional Committee Comes up with Redistricting Map” Richard Piatt reporting (KSL Channel 5 Eyewitness News)… “Kirk Jowers, Hinckley Institute of Politics: “That is one more hurdle the thing is facing. It might not be constitutional. It’s only a couple years until the next census.”

November 30, 2006: “House Speaker: Recount gives Curtis victory by 20 votes” by Derek P. Jensen (The Salt Lake Tribune)…”Curtis survived, but his effectiveness may be impacted a bit, according to Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, who cites discontent over the speaker’s push for a Sandy soccer stadium as the reason for the near-upset.
‘He will have to focus a little more attention to his home district,’ Jowers said. ‘But with [future] redistricting . . . he’ll make sure his district is protected a little better.’ Still, Jowers notes, Curtis’ mandate from fellow House members is unlikely to take a hit. ‘The bottom line is he won. Like the [BYU] Cougars, it dsn’t matter how it happens as long as you get the W’…”

November 30, 2006: “Climate in Crisis” by Jade Gray (Daily Utah Chronicle)…”If nations don’t cooperate with each other, the solution to the climate crisis will go nowhere, said Kevin Trenberth, expert on global climate change… ‘China generates one-tenth of the emission per capita that the U.S. outputs, and China has many more people than the U.S.,’ he said..”

November 29, 2006: “Top Researcher Addresses Global Warming” John Daley reporting (KSL Channel 5 Eyewitness News)…”This is a fight over greenhouse gas emissions which mostly comes from the exhaust of our vehicles and the burning of coal in our power plants. ‘Global warming is melting the ice shelf in Antarctica and rising ocean levels are slowly swallowing up huge chunks of the East Coast’…”

November 29, 2006: “Global warming, storms tied” by J Bauman (Deseret Morning News)…”Trenberth’s talks are sponsored by the U.’s department of meteorology, College of Mines and Earth Sciences Distinguished Lecture Endowment, the Wallace Stegner Center at the S.J. Quinney College of Law and the Hinckley Institute of Politics, and by the office of the Salt Lake City mayor.”

November 29, 2006: “Researcher says global warming could be slowed” by Judy Fahys (The Salt Lake Tribune)…”It is possible for humankind to restore the global climate to equilibrium, but only if people drastically cut the pollution that contributes to climate change, said a leading expert on global warming. The natural balance will be restored only when carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gasses dip to 25 percent or 30 percent of current levels, said Kevin Trenberth, who leads the climate analysis section of the National Center for Atmospheric Research in Boulder, Colo….”

November 29, 2006: “Climate Expert: Rocky Mtn. Ski Season Shrinking” Associated Press (KUTV Channel 2 News)…“The Rocky Mountains are seeing more rain than snow at the start and end of winter, an indication of global warming, an expert said. Another sign of climate change: The spring snow melt is starting a week earlier than it did 50 years ago. Both trends could shorten the ski season…”

November 28, 2006: “Re-Thinking Redistricting” KCPW’s (Utah ‘s NPR station) Bryan Schott interviewed Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers…”Some have called for an independent redistricting commission to set boundaries, but lawmakers have killed those proposals in the past. Kirk Jowers, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, tells KCPW’s Bryan Schott the process is tainted because, right now, lawmakers can choose their own constituents.”

November 26, 2006: “Expert on Mideast speaks Monday at U” (Deseret Morning News)…”Middle East expert Gary Sick will speak on “Iran and the United States ” Is a Military Clash Inevitable?” Monday during the Hinckley Forum at the University of Utah.”

November 24, 2006: “Tougher Stance on Illegals?” by Deborah Bulkeley (Deseret Morning News)…”Kirk Jowers, executive director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute for Politics, said the differing poll results indicate a sense of fairness, but also of frustration. “On the one hand, why should we not take some common-sense measures for the undocumented children in this country; they are here,” he said. “There is also the feeling that illegal immigration is still illegal.”

November 22, 2006: “The Chronicle’s View: OrangeBand is too broad to effect real change” (Daily Utah Chronicle)…Virtually everyone agrees that we need to have more discussion about social issues. Magpies usually dominate the Union Free Speech Area at the U–a commuter school in one of the nation’s most homogenous regions. But this collective indifference is a deeply rooted social problem that no amount of indirect social action will profoundly affect.

November 22, 2006: “Orange Exchange: Bands crafted to encourage discussion of civic issues” by Dustin Gardiner (Daily Utah Chronicle...”Hundreds of students on campus like Gonzalez have begun using orange bands to display their feelings on political and social issues. The effort, called the OrangeBand Initiative, is being sponsored by a handful of campus groups to promote student discussion of civic matters. Among the sponsors are the Associated Students of the University of Utah and the Hinckley Institute of Politics.”

November 22, 2006: “School Briefs: Political Science Professor Honored” (The Salt Lake Tribune)…”Dan Jones received the first ever Civic, Character, and Service Learning Award presented by the Utah Commission on Civic and
Character Education earlier this month. The Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah nominated Jones, who is an adjunct professor in the U.’s Political Science Department. Hinckley Institute Director Kirk L. Jowers wrote: “One cannot emerge from [Jones'] classroom without feeling a stronger desire to become a more active and informed citizen…”

November 19, 2006: “Dems strides in West may be a serious shift – or just a blip” by Robert Gehrke (The Salt Lake Tribune)…”Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, tells a story about when Montana Gov. Brian Schweitzer came to the university for a weeklong seminar. Jowers met the governor at the airport and apologized for not having arranged a highway patrol escort typical for visiting leaders. Not to worry, Schweitzer told him, patting his hip. “I’ve got all the protection I need right here.”

November 19, 2006: “Politician gives insider’s view” by Dennis Lythg (Deseret Morning News)…”It’s rare that an experienced local politician writes about his/her experiences in places of power. With “Climbing the Political
Ladder One Rung at a Time,” Richard Richards has given us a candid memoir worth reading and discussing at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.

November 18, 2006: “Thailand envoy visits Salt Lake” by Elaine Jarvik (Deseret Morning News)…”Virasakdi Futrakul, whose full title is “His Excellency, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Kingdom of Thailand,” says his country is in a transition stage following a military coup that toppled the government in mid-September. “The political change was peaceful. There were no casualties at all,” Virasakdi told his audience at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics on Wednesday.

November 18, 2006: “Ambassador to U.S. travels, boosts coup” (Bangkok Post)…”The political change was peaceful. There were no casualties at all,” MrVirasakdi told his audience at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics on Wednesday.

November 17, 2006: “For Mitt, staying at home wins” by Paul Rolly (The Salt Lake Tribune)…”Forget that he wasn’t even running for anything. Forget that Massachusetts voters seemed to repudiate his leadership by voting for a Democrat for governor. Romney won because Sen. George Allen of Virginia lost. That’s the assessment of Larry Sabato, director of the University of Virginia’s Center for Politics, who spoke at the University of Utah this week as a guest of the U.’s Hinckley Institute of Politics.

November 16, 2006: “Professor discusses post-election politics” by Stephen Speckman (Deseret Morning News)…”Larry J. Sabato, director of the University of Virginia Center for Politics, was at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics on Tuesday to discuss ” what else? ” politics after the 2006 mid-term elections and what may happen with Democrats, many whom he labeled as conservative, now in control of Congress.

November 16, 2006: “Need and Icebreaker? Try Orange” by Holly Mullen (The Salt Lake Tribune)…It’s OrangeBand week at the University of Utah, a fact I accidentally discovered while walking across a largely deserted campus during a freezing drizzle.

November 15, 2006: Richard Piatt, reporter for KSL, Channel 5 Eyewitness News (NBC) interviewed Kirk Jowers regarding the 2007 mayoral race.

November 15, 2006: “Predicting an election: National political analyst comes to campus” by Dustin Gardiner (Daily Utah Chronicle)… “Sabato, a national election expert and author who has been declared the most quoted American college professor on any subject by The Wall Street Journal, made his remarks during a speech at the Hinckley Institute of Politics on Tuesday morning. He was recently named the Institute’s Fellow for Fall Semester.

November 13, 2006: “Celebrate Utah books at two events this week” (The Salt Lake Tribune)… “On Friday, author Myriam N. Onyeabor will talk about Africa and her new book Stolen Hers, a historical novel that features an Irish-American woman from Cedarville, Utah, who gs on a Peace Corps mission to Africa. Through her fictional character, Onyeabor explores the impact of the Peace Corps and Christian missions in post-colonial Africa in the 1960s. The free lecture is at 10:40 a.m. at the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah.

November 12, 2006: Hinckley Institute of Politics Director Kirk L. Jowers appeared as a panelist on the Vanocur Group political talk show on KTVX, Channel 4 (ABC).

November 10, 2006: “Philosophy forum discusses responsibility to community” by Rochelle McConkie (Daily Utah Chronicle)…”The panel comprised of former Salt Lake City mayor Ted Wilson, the Rev. Trace Browning from Rowland Hall Saint Marks, local artist Ruby Chacon, criminal defense attorney Ron Yengich, Utah Supreme Court Chief Justice Christine Durham and the Honorable Judith S. H. Atherton of the Utah 3rd District. Steve Ott, dean of the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences, moderated the discussion. Ott said, “I hope this is the beginning of the conversation (about community), not the end of it.”

November 9, 2006: “Utah Democrats gaining momentum?” by Dustin Gardiner (Daily Utah Chronicle)…”I think the Democrats have been rejuvenated–they’re excited about the prospects of 2008,” said Dan Jones, co-owner of Dan Jones and Associates, a local polling firm.Jones, a Democrat, made his comments on campus Wednesday during a Hinckley Institute of Politics panel discussion. Jones spoke alongside Republicans Kirk Jowers, Hinckley Institute director, and Dave Buhler, Salt Lake City Council chairman.

November 9, 2006: “Women take a big step closer” by Holly Mullen (The Salt Lake Tribune)

November 9, 2006: “Signs of the times: Matheson could be Utah’s key with shift” by Robert Gehrke (The Salt Lake Tribune)…”Clearly the voters of the nation are upset with Iraq. They’re upset with the Congress and corruption and the fact they haven’t tackled any real big issue and done something great with it,” Jowers said. “The White House has been repudiated to some degree, and the Republicans are now in the position of trying to find themselves for the next two years,” he said.

November 9, 2006: “Voter turnout lower than expected” by Josh Loftin (Deseret Morning News)…”Kirk Jowers, the executive director of the Hinckley Institute, said that both nationally and locally, the Democrats simply needed this election to go their way more than the Republicans did. “If they lose this,” he said about the Democrats, “they start to go the way of the Whig Party.”

November 8, 2006: “Who Won and Why”…”The polls for the 2006 Mid-Term elections closed last night and the returns are in. Doug Fabrizio sits down at the Hinckley Institute of Politics with its Director Kirk Jowers, Pollster Dan Jones, and Dave Buhler of the University of Utah’s Political Science Department and the Salt Lake City Council. They’ll discuss who won locally and nationally, and what it means for you.

November 8, 2006: Midday Metro at 10 a.m. on KCPW 88.3 FM features a recap of mid-term elections with /Salt Lake Tribune/ political columnist Paul Rolly and Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah.

November 7, 2006, 12:00 Noon – 1:00 PM. Hinckley Institute of Politics Director Kirk L. Jowers was interviewd by Troy WIlliams of KRCL’s RadioActive (90.9 FM) regarding “Civic Participation and Democracy.”

November 7, 2006 KCPW Radio featured Hinckley Institute Director Kirk L. Jowers with Jonathan Brown on its election night coverage.

November 7, 2006: KRCL Radio’s Radioactive program featured Hinckley Institute Director Kirk L. Jowers on “Civic Participation and Democracy.”

November 7, 2006: KSL Radio’s Nightside interviews Hinckley Institute Director Kirk L. Jowers regarding the midterm elections.

November 6, 2006: KSL News Radio’s the Scott & Maria Show (102.7 FM and 1060 AM) interviews Hinckley Institute Director Kirk L. Jowers regarding the 2006 midterm elections.

November 5, 2006: “Bennett says ‘axis of evil’ is weakened but still intact” by Stephen Speckman (Deseret Morning News)…”Invited by the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, the Republican senator last week gave U. students his own briefing on Iran, Iraq and North Korea, the three countries that in 2002 President Bush referred to as the axis of evil.

November 3, 2006: “Candidate doesn’t see Bush as liability” by Rebecca Walsh (The Salt Lake Tribune)…”Christensen’s in a desperate situation right now. He’s grasping at anything,” said Kirk Jowers, a Republican and director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. “One of his key strategies is to make sure everyone knows he is the Republican. Aligning himself with Bush helps illustrate that for voters.”

November 2, 2006: “Intern learns Hill life is tough” by Thomas Burr (The Salt Lake Tribune)…”Cannon, a student at the University of Utah and part of the Hinckley Institute of Politics internship program, has been assigned to help Hatch’s media operations during his semester in Washington. That means looking for any references to his boss in Utah newspapers and those across the country, along with helping with media events and news releases.

November 2, 2006: “Illegal immigration still hot topic in Utah races” by Deborah Bulkeley (Deseret Morning News)…”Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, said immigration has receded as a top issue, observing that “Iraq has become such a powerful issue that it is controlling everything.” “I think perception is reality, and people perceived that Cannon has been attacked in his last few elections by the immigration folks saying he is not hard-line enough,” Jowers said…

November 2, 2006: “Stay the Course” by Ben Fulton (Salt Lake City Weekly)…”Ted Wilson, three-term mayor of Salt Lake City and longtime observer of Utah’s political scene as past director of the U of U’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, believes Utah voters are attracted to the personal touch and traditional values gently pronounced”watch carefully any mention of guns, gays and abortion”even as they’re repelled by astringent campaign tactics.

November 1, 2006: “Elections Could Bring About Significant Change” John Daley (KSL TV Channel 5)…”Polls show most Americans think the nation is going in the wrong direction. With the President’s ratings low and the Iraq War causing great angst, 2006 has the makings of a political storm. We checked out a visit of Senator Bob Bennett to the U of U’s Hinckley Institute of Politics. Sen. Robert Bennett, (R) Utah: “There is a wave that has been building and it is an anti-incumbent wave.”

November 1, 2006: “U Alumni share Peace Corps Experience” by Rochelle McConkie (Daily Utah Chronicle)…”After completing my two internships, one in Scotland as a Hinckley Institute Fellow and one in Washington, D.C., with the International Relations Committee, it really solidified my decision (to join the Peace Corps),” Larsen said. “It’s all about becoming part of a new culture…”

October 29, 2006: “College aid for Polynesians” by Tiffany Erickson (Deseret Morning News)…”In partnership with the Hinckley Institute of Politics, three internships will be awarded each year for five consecutive years in state, national and international locations, including the White House, the U.S. Supreme Court, Washington, D.C., as well as other locations around
the world…

October 26, 2006: “A position of power: Washington, D.C. interns learning the ins and outs of capitol life” by Thomas Burr (The Salt Lake Tribune)…”Steck and Almerico are students at the University of Utah and are part of an internship program run by the Hinckley Institute of Politics.

October 25, 2006: First Pacific-Islander Scholarships to funded by former student” by Jade Gray (Daily Utah Chronicle)…”Kiteau, a junior in business accounting, participated in a Washington, D.C., internship offered by the Hinckley Institute of Politics last year… “I was an intern last year before the scholarship was created,” she said. “Now my fellow Pacific Islanders can take advantage of the new internships, and it will make it more affordable.”

October 24, 2006:. “U reaches out to Asia: Administrators hope to build connections with China, India”…”There will just not be the same opportunities two years from now,” said Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics. ”More and more¦ institutions are setting their sights on China and India.

October 23, 2006: Richard Piatt, reporter for KSL, Channel 5 Eyewitness News (NBC) interviewed Kirk Jowers regarding local political races.

October 21, 2006: Weekend America’s Barbara Bogaev interviews Hinckley Institute Director Kirk L. Jowers regarding how religion and politics play a role in people’s lives in Utah.

October 17, 2006: Richard Piatt, reporter for KSL, Channel 5 Eyewitness News (NBC) interviewed Kirk Jowers regarding the Utah Congressional races.

October 17, 2006: Bishop, Olsen tout credentials at debate” by Josh Loftin (Deseret Morning News)…”Two candidates for Congress in northern Utah’s 1st District touted their credentials as the right kind of conservative during a Monday debate at the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics…

October 17, 2006: “Where they differ” by Scott Schwebke (Standard Examiner)…”Republican Congressman Rob Bishop and Democratic challenger Steve Olsen portrayed themselves as the standard bearers for Utah’s conservative values, during a candidate forum Monday. The forum, sponsored by the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, drew more than 100 people. Members of the audience peppered Bishop and Olsen with questions on a variety of issues including energy policy, illegal immigration and the war in Iraq.

October 17, 2006: “Young Politicians: Students Intern with Orrin Hatch” by Emily Mnch (Daily Utah Chronicle)…”Sen. Orrin Hatch handpicked two U students to work as interns in his Washington, D.C., office this semester, and the students hope the experience will help further a career in politics. The Hinckley Institute of Politics recommended Clark Cannon, a senior majoring in political science, and Kristen Almerico, a junior in economics, for the internship. “I welcome Kristen and Clark to my office,” Hatch said in a written statement. “This is an exciting time to be in Washington because so many high-profile issues are on the table right now.”

October 17, 2006: “Congressional Candidates debate on Campus” by Dustin Gardiner (Daily Utah Chronicle)…”Olsen and Bishop gave similar answers to many of the questions audience members asked during a town hall-style debate at the Hinckley Institute of Politics on Monday…

October 15, 2006: “Huntsman is leading trade mission to China” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret Morning News)…”Kirk Jowers, head of the U.’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, also said that Huntsman’s ability to communicate with the Chinese will make a big difference in how the state’s efforts are perceived. Jowers, who traveled to China and other parts of Asia for the first time last month to help set up a new internship program that will place U. students in government offices there, said the governor “is incredibly well-situated to make this a big boon for the state of Utah.

October 13, 2006: “U alumni return for CIA recruitment” by Rochelle McConkie (Daily Utah Chronicle)… “At Wednesday’s Hinckley Institute of Politics Forum, cosponsored by the U’s Career Services, five members of the Directorate of Intelligence related their experiences in working for the CIA and explained to U students how they could get a job with this high-profile government agency.

October 12, 2006: “The future of 1984 is our present” by Ellen Fagg (Salt Lake Tribune)…”When only 9 percent of registered voters get involved with primary elections, we have a problem. When we’re too busy watching ‘Survivor’ or ‘Lost’ or ‘Who Wants to Marry a Millionaire,’ somebody else is making decisions for us.” To coincide with the play, a week’s worth of media and government panels were scheduled with the U’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, KUER’s RadioWest and local book clubs…

October 12, 2006: “Behind Big Brother” by Alexandra Gregory (Daily Utah Chronicle)…”Revolutions always have the best of intentions,” said Michael Gene Sullivan, playwright of the upcoming The Actors’ Gang production of “1984.” A revolution begins with a peoples’ demand for justice, Sullivan said. “Frequently, it ends up that this demand for justice becomes so strident that anyone fighting against it-anyone who’s saying, ‘Well, we should moderate this,’-becomes the enemy until you end up with a dictatorship…”

October 12, 2006: “Bush is not Big Brother” by Matthew Piper (Daily Utah Chronicle)…”This weekend’s performance of “1984″ at Kingsbury Hall, as well as the ancillary events held on campus throughout the week, provides Orwell’s cautionary tale of government control gone awry. The central message of his familiar story, we’ve all been told, is to take everything the government says with a grain of salt…

October 11, 2006: KSL Radio’s Nightside interviews Hinckley Institute Director Kirk L. Jowers regarding the involvement of young people in political campaigns.

October 10, 2006: KSL Radio’s Doug Wright Show interviews Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers, 1984 playwright Michael Gene Sullivan, and Kingsbury Hall Director Greg Geilman regarding the relevance of George Orwell’s 1984 to today’s world.

October 9, 2006: John Daley, reporter for KSL, Channel 5 Eyewitness News (NBC), interviewed Hinckley Institute of Politics Director Kirk L. Jowersregarding North Korea’s reported nuclear bomb detonation.

October 10, 2006: “No fund exemption yet in 2nd District” by Bob Bernick, Jr. (Deseret Morning News)…“Kirk Jowers, head of the University of Utah’sHinckley Institute of Politics, an attorney and an FEC expert, said the millionaire’s exemption is one of the least understood and confusing parts of the McCain-Feingold campaign reform law that took effect in the early 2000s…

October 10, 2006: “It’s a Big, Big, Big, Big, Big Brother World” by Alexandra Gregory (Daily Utah Chronicle)…”Sullivan, who is visiting Salt Lake City to generate discussion and thought around his adapted play, participated in a radio event held at the Hinckley Institute of Politics yesterday, offering additional insight into the novel…

October 9, 2006: “Big brother takes over campus: 1984-themed week starts today” by Dustin Gardiner (Daily Utah Chronicle)…”From the caucus room at the Hinckley Institute of Politics to Kingsbury Hall, the totalitarian government, known as Big Brother, described in George Orwell’s classic novel 1984, will be the topic of discussion.”People will take their own thing out of it,” said Kirk Jowers, director of the Hinckley Institute. “I think everyone can look at it with an open mind…”

October 8, 2006: “Utah’s 2nd Congressional Race Fizzles, But Republican LaVar Christensen is Still Swinging” by Tracy Medley (New West News.Net)…“Kirk Jowers, the director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah recently told The Salt Lake Tribune that the national party’s lack of financial support is one of the big signs that they don’t consider it a competitive race…

October 8, 2006: “Mullen: Blame creeps in Congress” by Holly Mullen (Salt Lake Tribune)…“Kirk Jowers, director of the University of Utah’s Hinckley Institute of Politics, oversees the placement of hundreds of interns in Washington every year. The Hinckley interns are all over 18, but for many, this is their first extended time away from home. The interns receive briefings about safety and adult “liaisons” for the program live in Washington to help them through rough patches. Still, says Jowers, “there are a hundred forces in Washington that would put the most savvy 16-year-old at an utter disadvantage. No way do you hold a person of that age responsible for the actions of an adult, and especially an adult in such a powerful position…”

October 8, 2006: “National GOP Not Donating to Christensen Campaign” (KUTV Channel 2 News)…”The party’s unwillingness to put money in the 2nd District “is one of the big signs that they don’t consider it a competitive race.” “It’s essentially the party throwing up the white flag that they know this is over for this seat” and is now focusing its finances on defending one of the multitude of vulnerable Republicans in other states, Jowers said…

October 8, 2006: “GOP funds staying away from district 2″ by Robert Gehrke and Rebecca Walsh (Salt Lake Tribune)

October 8, 2006: “Robbins-directed ’1984′ coming to Utah stage” bu Ivan M. Lincoln (Deseret Morning News)

October 8, 2006: Hinckley Institute of Politics Director Kirk L. Jowers appeared as a panelist on the Vanocur Group political talk show on KTVX, Channel 4 (ABC).

October 5, 2006: KSL Radio’s Nightside interviews Hinckley Institute Director Kirk L. Jowers regarding the Foley fallout and the implications on House GOP leadership and the 2006 midterm elections.

October 3, 2006: “District Attorney Debate is a Dead Heat’” by Leigh Dethman (Deseret Morning News)

October 2, 2006: Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers is intervewed by Lara Jones on KCPW’s Midday Metro about the influence of money in Utah politics.

October 2, 2006: “Congress blasted for not passing major immigration bills’” by Deborah Bulkeley (Deseret Morning News)

October 1, 2006: “DA hopefuls focus on experience” by Leigh Dethman (Deseret Morning News)

October 1, 2006: “District 28 candidates disagree on ‘status quo’” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret Morning News)

October 1, 2006: “Matheson lying low on purpose, critics” by Rebecca Walsh (Deseret Morning News)

September 30, 2006: “Western primary takes off – kind of” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret Morning News)

September 30, 2006: “States want Presidential Candidates to get to know the West” (KSL Channel 5 Eyewitness News)

September 30, 2006: “Western States want Regional Presidential Primary” (KUTV Channel 2 News)

September 29, 2006: “A Story of Truth: Hinckley Guest Speakers Recount Experience of Soldier Slaves” by Rochelle McConkie (Daily Utah Chronicle)

September 29, 2006: “Cambridge Scholar Discusses Mixed Perceptions of Iran” by Ana Breton (Daily Utah Chronicle)

September 28, 2006: “Hinckley Debate Highlights Differences between District Attorney Candidates” by Dustin Gardiner (Daily Utah Chronicle)

September 28, 2006: KCPW “ ˜Western States Primary Focus of SLC Symposium” by Lara Jones.

September 27, 2006: “Utah House District 28 Candidates debate at Hinckley Institute” by Rochelle McConkie (Daily Utah Chronicle)

September 26, 2006: Richard Piatt, reporter for KSL, Channel 5 Eyewitness News (NBC)

September 24, 2006: “Arogant Politicians are a disgrace” by Holly Mullen (Salt Lake Tribune)

September 22, 2006: “Congress is the Broken Branch” by Dustin Gardiner (Daily Utah Chronicle)

September 19, 2006: “Humanities Building Breaks Ground Today” (Salt Lake Tribune)

September 14, 2006: “Mexico 101: Forum explains presidential election crisis ” by Ana Breton (Daily Utah Chronicle)

September 12, 2006: “Former SLC Mayor to Head New Human Rights Center at U” by Lara Jones (KCPW)

September 10, 2006: “Patriotism surge now is slipping” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret Morning News)

September 9, 2006: “U Library Sponsors September 11 Commemoration Lectures” by Sheena McFarland (Salt Lake Tribune)

September 8, 2006: “Editorial was right about Hinckley Institute ” by Ted Wilson (Daily Utah Chronicle)

September 7, 2006: “Married students lead in voter turnout, U study finds” by Travis Currit (Daily Utah Chronicle)

September 7, 2006: “Hinckley Institute’s intentions need to be closely monitored ” The Chronicle’s View (Daily Utah Chronicle)

September 7, 2006: “Jowers has his eye on Romney” by Dustin Gardiner (Daily Utah Chronicle)

September 6, 2006: “Hinckley Institute branches out with fall lineup ” by Dustin Gardiner (Daily Utah Chronicle)

September 1, 2006: “Did Rocky use racist tactic?” by Deborah Bulkeley (Deseret Morning News)

September 1, 2006: “Old message, new style” by Rebecca Walsh and Matthew D. LaPlante (Salt Lake Tribune)

August 31, 2006: NPRs Morning Edition interviews Hinckley Institute Director Kirk L. Jowers regarding Mayor Rocky Anderson’s protests of President Bush’s visit to Utah.

August 30, 2006: “Visiting Leaders Hoping to Build Support for War ” (KSL TV) Bruce Lindsay

August 30, 2006: “Two Secretaries say America is winning, urge support ” (Salt Lake Tribune)

August 29, 2006: KUER’s Local News interviews Hinckley Institute Director Kirk L. Jowers regarding President Bush’s visit to Salt Lake City, Utah.

August 28, 2006 “Hatch Dwarfs Democratic Opponent in Raising, Spending Cash ” (KSL)

August 28, 2006: “Under the radar: One Christensen company’s sole purpose is to keep senator in office ” by Matt Canham (Salt Lake Tribune)

August 28, 2006: “Money makes the incumbent ” by Matt Canham (Salt Lake Tribune)

August 28, 2006 “Utahns: Dissent Aids Enemies by Heather May (Salt Lake Tribune).…”

August 27, 2006: “Unsuccessful Mission: Bush fails to sell war ” by Matthew D. LaPlante (Salt Lake Tribune).

August 25, 2006: Hinckley Institute of Politics Director Kirk L. Jowers appeared on Utah Now on KUED, Channel 7 (PBS) to discuss the nature of political dissent.

August 20, 2006: “Blue Man in a Red State: Who is Christian Burridge?” (Daily Herald)

August 17, 2006 “U of U Hinckley Institute of Politics Receives Funding for Internships Abroad” (UU News Release)

August 17, 2006: KCPW’s (Utah ‘s NPR station) Bryan Schott hosts a segment with Hinckley Institute of Politics Director Kirk L. Jowers regarding state and national politics.

August 16, 2006: Chris Vanocur, reporter for KTVX, Channel 4 News (ABC), interviews Hinckley Institute of Politics Director Kirk L. Jowers regarding President Bush’s upcoming visit to Salt Lake City, Utah.

August 16, 2006: KSL Radio’s Nightside interviews Hinckley Institute Director Kirk L. Jowers regarding the move to expand the president’s authority to take over National Guard troops in case of natural disaster or homeland security threats.

August 16, 2006: KSL Radio’s Mornings with Grant & Amanda interviews Hinckley Institute Director Kirk L. Jowers regarding President Bush’s upcoming visit to Utah

August 16, 2006: “Bush plans first overnighter in Salt Lake City” (Salt Lake Tribune)

August 14, 2006: KSL Radio’s Nightside interviews Hinckley Institute Director Kirk L. Jowers regarding whether the Utah Democratic Party can prosper in Utah.

August 14, 2006: 97.5 FM Talk’s Tom Barberi Show’s Tom Barberri interviews Hinckley Institute Director Kirk L. Jowers regarding State and National Politics.

August 14, 2006 “‘Donors’ cash flows to Bennett’s pocket” (Salt Lake Tribune)

August 10, 2006: KCPW’s (Utah ‘s NPR station) Jonathan Brown interviewed Hinckley Institute of Politics Director Kirk L. Jowers regarding the political implications of the recent terrorist threats.

August 9, 2006: KSL Radio’s Mornings with Grant & Amanda interviews Hinckley Institute Director Kirk L. Jowers regarding the Lieberman-Lamont Connecticut Senate race.

August 8, 2006: “Supporting Bush has cost Cannon and Lieberman” (Salt Lake Tribune)

August 7, 2006: “Legislators in Utah push illegals fight” (Deseret Morning News)

July 29, 2006: “Utah’s low primary turnouts assailed” (Deseret Morning News)

July 20, 2006: “Governor Supports McCain for President” (Salt Lake Tribune)

July 20, 2006: “Governor Backs McCain; his dad prefers Romney” by Lisa Riley Roche (Deseret Morning News).

July 17, 2006: “Let’s burst our own bubble” (Daily Utah Chronicle)

July 17, 2006: “Hinckley Institute not just for politicos” (Daily Utah Chronicle)

July 13, 2006: “U interns voted among the ‘hottest’ on Capitol Hill” (Daily Utah Chronicle)

July 7, 2006: “Blog fueled doubts on Cannons Neutrality” (Deseret Morning News)

July 6, 2006: “Partners in the Park 2006″

July 3, 2006: John Daley, reporter for KSL, Channel 5 Eyewitness News (NBC), interviewed Hinckley Institute of Politics Director Kirk L. Jowers regarding the Bloomberg/LA Times nationwide poll, which found that 37-percent would not vote for a Mormon for president

July 2, 2006: “In Memoriam: R. J. Snow BA’62 MA’64″ (Daily Utah Chronicle)

June 23, 2006: “Two DC Hinckley Interns Make Top 10 Hill Intern Hotties”

June 16, 2006: “Mullen: Teachers recharge in U. sessions” (Salt Lake Tribune)

June 12, 2006: “Utahns contribute heavily to Mitt Romney PACs” (Daily Herald)

June 11, 2006: “Utahns Contribute Heavily To Mitt Romney Fund” (KUTV)

June 11,2006: “Utahns pouring money into Romney PACs” (Deseret News)

June 11, 2006: “Utahns Contribute Heavily to Romney PACs” (KSL, Channel 5 Eyewitness News, NBC)

June 8, 2006: “Former U administrator dies in car accident” (Daily Utah Chronicle)

June 8, 2006: “BYU professor dies in car accident” (BYU NewsNet)

June 8, 2006: “BYU professor R.J. Snow dies in car accident” (Daily Herald)

June 8, 2006: “BYU Professor R.J. Snow Dies in Auto Accident” (KSL-TV)

June 8, 2006: “Prominent BYU professor R. J. Snow dies in car accident” (Salt Lake Tribune)

June 8, 2006: “3 Utah colleges mourning the loss of R.J. Snow” (Deseret News)

June 8, 2006: KCPW’s (Utah ‘s NPR station) Bryan Schott interviewed Hinckley Institute of Politics Director Kirk L. Jowers regarding the political implications the United States killing Abu Musab al-Zarqawi, the most wanted terrorist in Iraq.

June 7, 2006: “Former University of Utah Administrator R.J. Snow Dies” (UU News Release)

May 26, 2006: Carol Miketa, news anchor for KSL, Channel 5 Eyewitness News (NBC), interviewed Hinckley Institute of Politics Director Kirk L. Jowers regarding the Marriage Constitutional Amendment.

May 25, 2006: “No-questions policy draws ire of media” (Deseret News)

May 25, 2006: “Fox: ‘ We are Partners’ ” (Deseret News)

May 24, 2006: “Sales pitch; Talks focus on importance of Utah-Mexico alliance” (Deseret News)

May 23, 2006: “Got a question for Fox? Don’t ask” (Deseret News)

May 22, 2006: John Daley, reporter for KSL, Channel 5 Eyewitness News (NBC), interviewed Hinckley Institute of Politics Director Kirk L. Jowers regarding Mexican President Fox’s visit to Salt Lake City, Utah.

May 19, 2006: John Daley, reporter for KSL, Channel 5 Eyewitness News (NBC), interviewed Hinckley Institute of Politics Director Kirk L. Jowers

May 16, 2006: John Daley, reporter for KSL, Channel 5 Eyewitness News (NBC), interviewed Hinckley Institute of Politics Director Kirk L. Jowers

May 15, 2006: Richard Piatt, reporter for KSL, Channel 5 Eyewitness News (NBC), interviewed Hinckley Institute of Politics Director Kirk L. Jowers

May 14, 2006: Hinckley Institute of Politics Director Kirk L. Jowers appeared on the Vanocur Group political talk show on KTVX, Channel 4 (ABC).

May 4, 2006: KCPW’s (Utah ‘s NPR station) Bryan Schott interviewed University of Utah professor Tim Chambless regarding his and Hinckley Institute of Politics Director Kirk L. Jowers’ week-long trip with 11 students to Washington, DC as part of the Hinckley Institute’s Capital Encounter program.

May 8, 2006: “Matheson Reform Vote Called Safe” (Salt Lake Tribune)

May 5, 2006: KCPW’s ( Utah ‘s NPR station) Bryan Schott interviewed Hinckley Institute of Politics Director Kirk L. Jowers regarding the U.S. House passing a lobbying reform bill.

April 28, 2006: “The Chronicle’s View: Hinckley Institute raises the bar ” (Daily Utah Chronicle)

April 27, 2006: “They get their Thrill on Capitol Thrill ” (Salt Lake Tribune)

April 27, 2006: “Hail from the Chief: No news is good news, but good news is still news ” (Daily Utah Chronicle)

April 21, 2006: “Rolly: Bramble a Burr in Cannon’s Wallett ” (Salt Lake Tribune)

April 21, 2006: “A Bark-and-Byte Battle over Campaign Finance ” (Chronicle of Higher Education)

March 31, 2006: “Utah Aims to Alter Primary Calendar ” (Washington Post)

March 26, 2006: “Demo bills usually go nowhere ” (Deseret Morning News)

March 24, 2006: “Utah seeks to thrust West into presidential primary spotlight ” (Boston Globe)

March 16 , 2006: Rod Decker , reporter for KUTV, Channel 2 Evening News (NBC) , interviewed Hinckley Institute of Politics Director Kirk L. Jowers on thenew study, which found that “red” states are reproducing at an 11% faster rate than the “blue” states .

March 11, 2006: Hinckley Institute of Politics Director Kirk L. Jowers appeared on the Vanocur Group political talk show on KTVX, Channel 4 (ABC)

March 22, 2006: “Huntsman Vets Three more bills ” (Salt Lake Tribune)

March 10, 2006: “Mormons can be Democrats or Republicans” (Daily Utah Chronicle)

February 12, 2006: “Evolution bill divides legislators in Utah ” (AZCentral.com)

February 9, 2006: “Is America Ready for a Mormon President?” (The Daily Telegraph)

February 5, 2006: “Evolution Measure Splits State Legislators in Utah ” (The New York Times)

January 24, 2006: Enid Greene, host of “Ask a Woman” on AM 820, interviewed Hinckley Institute of Politics Director Kirk L. Jowers on theUtah State Senate’s new bill that would enact a “soft repeal” of the 17th Amendment.

January 19, 2006: “Popular Guv Targets Priorities ” (Salt Lake Tribune)

January 15, 2006: “Power Rings with a More Aggressive Tone ” (Salt Lake Tribune)

January 15, 2006 “Legislature 2006: Laws under Construction ” (Deseret Morning News)

January 5, 2006: “Cannon to Return Abramoff Donations, Not Tribal Contributions ” (KSL TV)

January 4, 2006 “Cannon to Refund Abramoff Donation ” (Daily Herald)

January 4, 2006: “Cannon to Refund Abramoff Donation ” (The Salt Lake Tribune)

January 1, 2006: “Stormy Year for Leavitt at HHS” (The Salt Lake Tribune)

Hinckley Forums Media Coverage

November 30, 2006: “Climate in Crisis” by Jade Gray (Daily Utah Chronicle)

November 29, 2006: “Top Researcher Addresses Global Warming” John Daley reporting (KSL Channel 5 Eyewitness News)

November 29, 2006: “Global warming, storms tied” by J Bauman (Deseret Morning News)

November 29, 2006: “Researcher says global warming could be slowed” by Judy Fahys (The Salt Lake Tribune)

November 29, 2006: “Climate Expert: Rocky Mtn. Ski Season Shrinking” Associated Press (KUTV Channel 2 News)

November 26, 2006: “Expert on Mideast speaks Monday at U” (Deseret Morning News)

November 18, 2006: “Thailand envoy visits Salt Lake” by Elaine Jarvik (Deseret Morning News)

November 19, 2006: “Politician gives insider’s view” by Dennis Lythg (Deseret Morning News)

November 18, 2006: “Ambassador to U.S. travels, boosts coup” (Bangkok Post)

November 16, 2006: “Professor discusses post-election politics” by Stephen Speckman (Deseret Morning News)

November 15, 2006: “Predicting an election: National political analyst comes to campus” by Dustin Gardiner (Daily Utah Chronicle)

November 13, 2006: “Celebrate Utah books at two events this week” (The Salt Lake Tribune)

November 10, 2006: “Philosophy forum discusses responsibility to community” by Rochelle McConkie (Daily Utah Chronicle)

November 5, 2006: “Bennett says ‘axis of evil’ is weakened but still intact” by Stephen Speckman (Deseret Morning News)

November 1, 2006: “Elections Could Bring About Significant Change” John Daley (KSL TV Channel 5)

October 17, 2006: Bishop, Olsen tout credentials at debate” by Josh Loftin (Deseret Morning News)

Tuesday, October 17, 2006: “Where they differ” by Scott Schwebke (Standard Examiner)

October 17, 2006: “Congressional Candidates debate on Campus” by Dustin Gardiner (Daily Utah Chronicle)

October 10, 2006: KSL Radio’s Doug Wright Show interviews Hinckley Institute Director Kirk Jowers

October 10, 2006: “It’s a Big, Big, Big, Big, Big Brother World” by Alexandra Gregory (Daily Utah Chronicle)