Well, folks, it seems President-elect Donald Trump decided to make waves on Truth Social yesterday with a message that was, shall we say, anything but festive. In response to President Joe Biden’s decision to commute the sentences of 37 federal death-row inmates to life without parole, Trump told these individuals to "GO TO HELL!" Direct…
A Christian Conservative Perspective on President Biden’s Commutations
Well, folks, President Joe Biden just made a sweeping decision to commute the sentences of 37 federal inmates on death row, replacing their death sentences with life imprisonment without parole. As an independent Christian conservative, I see this decision through a lens of faith, justice, and a good helping of common sense. Let’s dig in.…
Christmas: A Time to Celebrate Christ, Not Consumerism
Ah, Christmas! The season of twinkling lights, cheerful carols, and enough glitter to blind an entire congregation. It’s the most wonderful time of the year—unless you’ve found yourself stuck in traffic near a mall, in which case, may the Lord grant you patience and good parking. But here’s the thing: Christmas is far more than…
Holding Leaders Accountable: A Christian Conservative Perspective on Integrity in Leadership
As an independent Christian conservative, I believe in upholding the values of integrity, responsibility, and truth, especially when it comes to those in positions of power. Recent news about the House Ethics Committee’s report on Matt Gaetz is deeply troubling, not only because of the allegations themselves but also because of what this saga says…
The Panama Canal Controversy: Trump’s Suggestion and a Sovereign Nation’s Pride
Ah, the Panama Canal—one of the world's great engineering marvels, a shining symbol of human ingenuity, and, let’s be honest, an enduring sore spot in international relations. Recently, President-elect Donald Trump floated the idea of reclaiming the canal, sparking a swift rebuke from Panama's President José Raúl Mulino. The proposal? Well, Trump doesn't like the…
A Common-Sense Victory, But the Clock is Ticking
In a late-night scramble, the House managed to pass a temporary funding plan that keeps Uncle Sam’s lights on and provides disaster aid, while thankfully leaving out President-elect Donald Trump's call for a debt limit increase. I can’t help but feel a mix of relief and skepticism. This feels like one of those duct-tape solutions—you…
When Truth Collides with Assumptions: Lessons from the Duke Lacrosse Case
The Duke lacrosse case of 2006 is a cautionary tale of what happens when ideological narratives outrun facts and justice. Crystal Mangum’s admission that she fabricated the allegations that once upended lives, ruined reputations, and ignited a firestorm of national debate on race, gender, and class should cause all of us to take a step…
Navigating the Chaos of Spending Bills
Well, folks, here we are again. Another government spending bill showdown, another threat of a shutdown, and—predictably—another round of political theater. As an independent Christian conservative, I’m not here to blindly defend either side of the aisle. Instead, let’s take a clear-eyed look at this mess and ask ourselves: How did we get here? More…
Trudeau’s Leadership Falters, Freeland’s Resignation Highlights a Crossroads for Canada
The sudden resignation of Canada’s Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland, paired with Donald Trump’s hardline tariff threats, presents an eye-opening moment for Canada and its leadership under Justin Trudeau. For Christians who value integrity, stewardship, and national security, these events underscore the urgent need for Canada to pivot away from mismanagement and political theater, and towards…
It’s Time to Retire the Presidential Pardon
As an independent Christian conservative, I hold deeply to the belief that justice should be impartial, transparent, and rooted in truth. Yet the presidential pardon, once envisioned as a tool for mercy and justice, has become a symbol of inequality and political gamesmanship. The recent wave of pardons and commutations from President Biden—combined with the…
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