Germany’s latest election results weren’t just a routine political shake-up. They were a warning shot, not just for the country’s ruling leftist coalition, but for establishment conservatives who have lost their backbone. Friedrich Merz’s CDU managed to scrape out a weak victory, but the real story is the meteoric rise of Alternative for Germany (AfD),…
JD Vance Is Right About Europe’s Free Speech Problem—But Let’s Keep the Comparisons Straight
Last week in Munich, Vice President JD Vance made waves with his blunt criticism of Europe’s growing hostility toward free speech. His remarks were direct, unvarnished, and—most importantly—true. He called out the European Union and several of its member states for cracking down on speech under the guise of fighting “hate” and “disinformation.” Predictably, European…
Trump’s Idiotic Embrace of Russian Propaganda on Ukraine
President Trump’s latest attack on Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy as a "dictator" is not just false—it plays directly into Russian propaganda. Worse yet, his reckless rhetoric risks further emboldening Vladimir Putin, the actual dictator in this scenario. The facts of this war are clear: Russia, without provocation, launched a brutal invasion of Ukraine in 2022.…
Biden’s Presidential Legacy: Achievements and Failures
With President Joe Biden’s term drawing to a close, it’s the perfect time to reflect on the highs and lows of his presidency. As an independent Christian conservative, I believe in fairness: commending the good, critiquing the bad, and learning from both. After all, Ecclesiastes 3:1 tells us, “To every thing there is a season,…
Land Mines, Putin’s Games, and a Call for Clear Leadership
As an independent Christian conservative, I see the events surrounding the war in Ukraine as a sobering reminder of how messy and morally complex geopolitics can be. The Bible tells us in Matthew 5:9, “Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God.” But peace doesn’t come from looking the other…
Analyzing Accusations of Fascism
In recent reports, Vice President Kamala Harris and several prominent figures, including former Joint Chiefs of Staff chairman General Mark Milley and former Trump Chief of Staff General John Kelly, have called Donald Trump a “fascist.” Such accusations have become a staple in our political discourse, a label thrown around more frequently with each election…
James Carville’s Fear-Mongering: Why Trump’s Rhetoric Won’t Lead to Liberal Roundups
James Carville's claim that liberals like him could be "rounded up" if Trump wins the 2024 election is an extreme form of fear-mongering. It's true that Trump has a history of inflammatory rhetoric, often talking about seeking retribution against his perceived enemies. Such statements are inexcusable, but they aren't new. However, Carville's insinuation that Trump…
Preserving Election Integrity: Ensuring Both Accessibility and Security
As we approach another pivotal election, the ongoing debate over how best to ensure the integrity of our electoral system remains at the forefront of national discourse. On one side, advocates for increased voting access seek to make participation as easy as possible, while others argue that stricter measures are needed to prevent potential fraud.…
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