More Government, Less Religion — the Progressive Doctrine
One great mystery is the persistent refusal of those on the left to abandon what is clearly not true. That is, that the means for reducing the burden of poverty…
Equality Act Takes The Road To Coercion
One centerpiece of the Biden administration’s legislative agenda is HR 5, the Equality Act of 2021. Its central move is to expand the definition of sex discrimination to include discrimination on the…
Christmas — What does it mean?
As we look around at the Christmas decorations, programs, ceremonies, shopping, cards, greetings and the whole Christmas season, what messages do we get? What does it all mean? Clearly, something…
What Does Easter Hope Look Like in the Time of Coronavirus?
I just got back from Easter Vigil Mass at St. Peter’s Basilica at the Vatican with Pope Francis – because, why not?, when all the livestreaming world is your only…
Coronavirus Tests America’s Social Capacity
A few months after September 11, 2001, David Brooks went back and looked at coverage of Pearl Harbor for an article in the Weekly Standard (“After Pearl Harbor,” December 10, 2001). What…
The Fight Against Socialism Isn’t Over
Democrats are breathing a sigh of relief. Joe Biden’s victories on “Mini Tuesday” make his delegate lead all but insurmountable. Bernie Sanders’s electoral weakness, compared with his performance four years…
A new Apocalyptic vision triggers religious fervor
What is the motivating force which could impel such an amazing reaction of youngsters all over the world (except China)? Clearly, the threat of extinction is taken so seriously by…
Ronald Reagan’s address: “The Evil Empire”
“The real crisis we face today is a spiritual one; at root, it is a test of moral will and faith.” by Scott L. Vanatter President Reagan’s address March 8,…