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Show Editors' Notes Hinckley Journal of Politics' Mission Statement The Hinckley Journal of Politics strives to publish scholarly papers of exceptional caliber, promoting the intellectual talents and understanding of University of Utah undergraduate students. Contributing articles should address pertinent issues by illuminating key problems and potential solutions, adhering to the highest standards of political research and analysis. The Journal seeks to cover issues ranging from local to international political concerns, embracing diverse perspectives and a variety of analytical approaches. With this publication the Hinckley Institute hopes to encourage reader involvement in the intriguing world of politics. General Comments It has been an honor to serve as editors for the 2005 edition of the Hinckley Journal of Politics. We thank the student authors and the public officials who have contributed to this year's Journal for their hard work. We are especially grateful for the patient and helpful assistance of faculty advisor Dr. Robert Benedict. The Journal is one of many wonderful opportunities that the Hinckley Institute provides undergraduate students. We are indeed appreciative of the generosity of the Hinckley family for their vision of student involvement in practical politics and the principle of citizen involvement in government. Thank you to the Hinckley staff for their dedication to students. We commend the student authors for their involvement in the political process, whether it is serving an internship, working on a campaign, or studying politics. We hope you will find the articles within the Journal thought provoking and timely. Acknowledgements The editors of the Hinckley Journal of Politics wish to thank: • This year's published authors, for their hard work and excellent writings in politics. • This year's contributing public officials: Congressman Rob Bishop, Governor Jon Huntsman, and Mayor Peter Corroon for their continued efforts in representing the people of Utah and for their support of the Hinckley Institute of Politics. • This year's Editorial Board members, for reviewing and making the final selection of papers for publication. • This year's Faculty Advisors: Robert Benedict, Chandran Kukathas, Howard Lehman, and Peregrine Schwartz-Shea, for their work in reviewing and editing the published student papers. • Robert H. Hinckley and the Hinckley family. Because of Mr. Hinckley's vision and the support of his family, many students at the University of Utah have been given the opportunity gain a deeper respect and love for politics and our system of government. • All of the students who submitted papers for publication. • The many people who have given their support to the Hinckley Institute of Politics. • The Hinckley Institute of Politics Staff |
