Fear of backlash causes young voters to stay silent
Poll reveals nearly a quarter of voters, especially Gen Z, hide their electoral choices to avoid conflict in a polarized society.
“Created in the immediate aftermath of the election, this piece reflects both the collective uncertainty expressed by young voters and my personal experience as a member of this demographic. The artwork aims to capture the complex emotional landscape of a young American voter — one experiencing simultaneous feelings of isolation and apprehension, while maintaining an underlying sense of patriotism and optimism for the country’s future.”
— Zoë Petersen
Poem: Walking the bear
Taylor Swift, Brittany Mahomes, Donald Trump and the tomahawk chop: the politics of a Kansas City Chiefs home game
Can’t we all just get along? Yes, so long as we’re winning.
You think you can do dirty soda better than us? Please
The sudden appearance of flavored colas on grocery store shelves proves Utahns were right all along.
Robots that fold laundry and cars that drive themselves? I can’t wait
Honestly, if the robots take over, that’s probably fine.
Happy Election Day. Here’s everything you need to know
When will we know who won the presidential election? Your questions, answered.
I was smarter than the driver’s license renewal process. Until I wasn’t
The appointment scheduler is great. If you double-check the date.
Abigail Shrier has a message for parents: Assert authority in your kid’s life
‘Bad Therapy’ author argues that therapy has risks for children.
Perspective: How Gen Z’s mental health concerns are turning the workplace inside out
Work can’t replace traditional sources of meaning, nor is it a cure for unhappiness. The key is to approach work as an act of service.
What is grievance journalism and how do you know when you’ve encountered it?
‘Yellow journalism’ was once easy for the public to spot as a departure from norms of ethical reporting. But Americans have become so surrounded by outrage-inducing news of late, they can hardly tell the difference anymore.
An ode to the H Mart
For weeks, I was scared to visit the wildly popular Asian market. But even poseurs are welcome there, it turns out.
The assignment was to create an illustration about elites and politics, especially around the American president. Chess seemed a great analogy; each piece has different moves and powers — a definite hierarchy. And chess is a long-term strategic operation. I love how the large chess pieces feel ominous and powerful compared to the very small White House.
— Michelle Budge
Perspective: Who are the elites, if a U.S. president isn’t one?
Despite holding political power for more than 50 years, Joe Biden believes he stands apart from the elites.
A lesson in gratitude I wish I didn’t have to learn
The sudden loss of my dad taught me, against my will, that the world is good.
Epidemic in our pockets: Digital addiction with the author of ‘Dopamine Nation’
During my time at Deseret News, I’ve transformed smartphones into swimming pools, deep holes in the ground, mousetraps and even playground equipment. When tasked with creating an illustration for Chad Nielsen’s article “Epidemic in our pockets: Digital addiction with the author of ‘Dopamine Nation,’” I challenged myself to reimagine the smartphone once more.
A UFO became the perfect metaphor — like an alien abduction, our phones can transport us to different realms, leaving us disoriented and time-blind. After my rough sketch was approved, I created the final work of art: a mesmerized figure suspended in a phone-shaped spacecraft’s tractor beam.
Overall, I hope my illustration not only catches the attention of readers but invites them to ponder their own digital habits.
— Eliza Anderson
Land grab
Why citizens, and not the government, should own the wide open spaces of the West.
Perspective: The termites nibbling at the joists of American democracy
With all the talk of democracy being threatened, not enough attention is paid to the smaller issues that pose real danger.
‘Be more engaging than the algorithm’ — Why the mom behind the ‘Opt-Out Family’ movement is causing a stir
Erin Loechner didn’t just cut down on social media. She deleted all of her accounts and is now helping other families do the same.
How new graduates can thrive in a workplace dominated by AI
Dwight Eisenhower’s advice about plans and planning is still relevant today.
Feeling election anxiety? Here’s how to manage your stress
This year’s election is the No. 1 stressor for Americans, according to a new American Psychological Association report.
The negotiator
Life lessons from the bargaining table.
The rise of women’s basketball and why it matters
Once spurned, women’s basketball is finally in the spotlight, thanks to an assist from a generational player.
Perspective: The trouble with Trump watches
Even as the president-elect is enjoying new respect, the ads hawking Donald Trump merchandise are cringeworthy.
Perspective: Don’t believe the doomsayers. The American dream is still in reach for young people
With the right conditions, young people can break an intergenerational cycle of poverty within 15 years.
Inside the fight for livable salaries in women’s soccer
Amid a surge in interest in women’s sports, former BYU Cougars Ashley Hatch and Michele Vasconcelos helped secure higher salaries and other benefits in the NWSL.