Sovereignty, Stewardship, and the Limits of Expansionism

As an independent Christian conservative, I value the principles of sovereignty, stewardship, and prudence. These are foundational to both governance and biblical wisdom. When news broke of Donald Trump Jr.'s visit to Greenland and President-elect Donald Trump's musings about territorial expansion, it left many of us shaking our heads—equal parts incredulous and entertained. But let’s…

A Fresh Start: New Year, Same God

Ah, New Year's Day—where we collectively hit life's big ol' "reset" button. Or at least we try. Gym memberships spike, planners fill up with ambitious goals, and we tell ourselves this year will be different. By Valentine's Day, though, many resolutions end up looking like forgotten leftovers in the back of the fridge: stale, sad,…

Accountability Knows No Party: Reflecting on the E. Jean Carroll Case and Justice in Leadership

Well, folks, here we are again, facing yet another twist in the never-ending saga of American politics. The U.S. Second Circuit Court of Appeals has upheld a jury's verdict requiring President-elect Donald Trump to pay $5 million in damages to E. Jean Carroll for sexual abuse and defamation. Now, as an independent Christian conservative, I…

Justice, Mercy, and Fiery Rhetoric: A Christian Conservative Take on Trump’s Rebuke of Clemency

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…

Trump’s Stance on a Federal Abortion Ban: A Missed Opportunity for Pro-Life Leadership

Well, folks, Donald Trump has done it again—left us scratching our heads. In a recent televised interview, Trump stated he would not support a federal abortion ban, citing concerns about political feasibility and the complexities of state-level differences. As an independent Christian conservative, let me just say: this feels like turning back just as we’re…

A Christian Conservative Take on the Fall of Assad in Syria

As news of Bashar al-Assad's ousting in Syria sweeps the globe, we find ourselves staring into the fog of post-revolution uncertainty. For over half a century, Assad’s iron grip exemplified much of what Christians and conservatives alike should oppose: authoritarianism, repression, and the steady persecution of dissenting voices. Yet, the downfall of tyranny doesn’t guarantee…

When Compassion Crosses a Line: A Christian Conservative Take on Delaware’s Assisted Suicide Debate

In a world where every headline competes for shock value, Delaware’s recent drama over physician-assisted suicide managed to snag its fair share of controversy. The state’s General Assembly passed a bill to legalize the practice for terminally ill patients, but Governor John Carney—despite his Democratic affiliation—put the brakes on it with a veto. Predictably, his…