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July 21, 2023

The “Family Miracle” Behind Utah’s Prosperity

High social capital, low government regulation, and stable families.

A recent ranking of states by economic performance puts Utah at number one, confirming what some social scientists have called the state’s “economic miracle.” Likewise, multiple studies have also concluded that it is the happiest state. Brad Wilcox, Patrick T. Brown, and Jenet Erickson suggest that its success may stem from social factors:

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