Inside Sources Full Show December 11th, 2024: Utah colleges cutting general education classes, Fairpark rezoning approved, State revenues falling short

Inside Sources

Hosts: Taylor Morgan and Leah Murray

GOP Senators facing pressure to support Pres.-elect Trump’s nominees
Republican Senators who aren’t super enthusiastic over President-elect Donald Trump’s nominees are facing growing pressure to support Trump’s picks or prepare to face stiff competition in their next primary election. Should Senators be a simple rubber stamp for a president’s picks or should they push back? What’s most appropriate? The Inside Sources share their perspectives.

Utah public colleges to cut general education credits required for graduation
Students at Utah’s public colleges will soon need fewer general education classes in order to graduate. It comes as the schools push for standardization and a faster path for students to graduate. Is this a good idea? What’s really the purpose of general education courses at universities? Hosts Taylor Morgan and Leah Murray discuss the pros and cons of these classes and give their hot takes.

Fight over oil railway moves before the Supreme Court
An 88-mile oil railway expansion proposed in the Uinta Basin is now before the United States Supreme Court. Supporters say it will help oil production. Opponents say it will lead to pollution and impact wider federal environmental regulation. It also sparks a renewed discussion regarding the management of public lands. Inside Sources goes in-depth with the latest updates.

SLC Council approves rezoning for Fairpark development with The LHM Company
Major redevelopments in Salt Lake City’s Fairpark District are moving forward following the City Council’s approval to rezone several land parcels. The Larry H. Miller Company is heavily involved in this development, partnering with the city and others to improve areas around North Temple. Amanda Covington, Chief Corporate Affairs Officer for The Larry H. Miller Company discusses the developments with the hosts.

State revenues look to fall short of expectations
Revenue shortfalls in the state budget are causing concerns among Utah legislators as the state anticipates continued declining sales tax collections. One recommendation is to bolster the state’s “Rainy Day” funds to provide a financial buffer. Leah and Taylor share their thoughts on the financial stability of the state.

“Stop hiring humans” says California company in latest ads
San Francisco startup Artisan has recently launched provocative ads telling folks to “stop hiring humans” and hire artificial intelligence companies instead. It’s created quite a stir in the discussion of AI taking the work of average people. Should we be more concerned? The Inside Sources hosts discuss the potential future of artificial intelligence on the workforce.

Martha Hughes Cannon statue unveiled at U.S. Capitol
The newest statue representing the state of Utah is now on display in Statuary Hall at the United States Capitol. It’s been a long journey to send her to Washington D.C. Adam Gardiner, co-host of Inside Sources has been celebrating the unveiling in our nation’s capital and calls into the show to give updates on today’s ceremonies.