The latest clash between Harvard University and the Trump administration isn’t just a dust-up over funding and free speech—it’s a full-on cultural showdown, highlighting deeper tensions about who controls American education, what values guide our institutions, and how far the federal government should go to enforce morality on campus. As an independent Christian conservative, I…
Truth and Tragedy in Gaza
It’s hard to watch the news coming out of Gaza without feeling a deep sense of sorrow. Israeli forces have resumed ground operations in the Gaza Strip, and the airstrikes have taken a heavy toll on Palestinian lives. War is ugly, brutal, and heart-wrenching, and no one should take lightly the loss of innocent life.…
Fairness, Reality, and Readiness: Why Trump’s Transgender Policies on Sports and the Military Are Just Common Sense
President Trump’s recent executive orders barring transgender individuals from competing in women’s sports and restricting their access to the military aren’t about hate, discrimination, or exclusion—they’re about fairness, reality, and national security. These policies reaffirm something that an overwhelming majority of Americans—regardless of political affiliation—already understand: biological differences matter. Despite what the radical left would…
USAID, Foreign Aid, and the Fight for Accountability: A Christian Conservative Perspective
The recent controversy surrounding the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) and the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) is not just another bureaucratic turf war—it’s a glimpse into a deeper problem of unaccountable government, ideological overreach, and the reckless misuse of taxpayer dollars. The question at the heart of this debate is simple: Should America’s…
Birthright Citizenship: A Constitutional Anchor or Antiquated Policy?
The debate over birthright citizenship has resurfaced in full force, as attorneys general from 22 states have filed suit to block President Trump’s executive order aimed at limiting this century-old practice. This issue is more than just a political or legal squabble; it strikes at the heart of what it means to be an American.…
Trump’s Second Term: A Chance for Renewal or More Turmoil?
Donald Trump’s return to the White House as the 47th President marks a pivotal moment in American history, not just for its political implications but for what it reveals about the national psyche. For better or worse, Trump embodies a rejection of the status quo—a rallying cry for millions who feel left behind, ignored, or…
A Critical Look at President Biden’s Defense of the Afghanistan Withdrawal
The war in Afghanistan—the longest in U.S. history—ended with a resounding impact, and its aftershocks continue to ripple across the global stage. President Biden’s recent speech defending his decision to withdraw U.S. troops underscores the immense burden of presidential leadership, especially when navigating life-and-death decisions about war. While the gravity of this moment is undeniable,…
Delaware’s $15 Minimum Wage: A Temporary Fix or Long-Term Solution?
As the clock struck midnight on January 1, Delaware workers and business owners woke up to a dramatic shift: the state’s minimum wage jumped to $15 an hour. On paper, this seems like a win for employees, offering a potential boost to their financial security. But for business owners — especially smaller ones — it’s…
Free Speech or Free-for-All? Meta’s Bold Move
Meta’s decision to scrap its U.S. fact-checking program and ease restrictions on controversial topics like immigration and gender identity is a seismic shift in how social media platforms handle political discourse. Some are heralding this as a long-overdue return to free expression, while others worry it opens the floodgates to misinformation and hate speech. As…
Delaware’s House Bill 140: A “Right to Die” or a Dangerous Slippery Slope?
The debate over House Bill 140, Delaware's latest attempt to legalize medical aid in dying, is about far more than just legislative nuance. It forces us to wrestle with profound moral questions: Who has the right to end a life? What role should doctors play in that decision? And perhaps most critically, where do we…
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