A question that often comes up in an election year is whether to make any changes to voting and election policy. On this episode we survey different approaches to the primary election process, with a focus on how to improve the voter experience and increase public trust. 

Host Nic Dunn sits down with R Street Institute’s Matt Germer and Sutherland Institute’s Derek Monson to check in on the civic health of elections in Utah and around the country while discussing possible reforms. Matt is the policy director of the governance program at R Street, and Derek is the chief growth officer for Sutherland.  

Show notes: 

• The Election Trust Forum - Sutherland Institute 
• Policy | Elections - Sutherland Institute
• Matt Germer - R Street Institute 
• This primary election season, recognize that secure elections require public trust - Sutherland Institute 

Defending Ideas is a weekly podcast produced by Sutherland Institute. On this show we are committed to renewing the principles of common sense conservatism, equipping listeners to become more effective champions of sound principle and good policy. Visit defendingideas.org.



Defending Ideas is a weekly podcast produced by Sutherland Institute. On this show, we are committed to renewing the principles of common sense conservatism, making you a better champion of sound ideas. Visit defendingideas.org.