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…
Debt Ceiling Debacles and the Case for Common Sense
In the world of politics, it’s easy to lose count of the “dumbest decisions” because, let’s face it, there are plenty to go around. But when Donald Trump calls the 2023 debt ceiling extension “one of the dumbest political decisions made in years,” it’s worth taking a closer look. For once, I find myself nodding…
Jimmy Carter: A Legacy of Faith, Humility, and Complexity
When you think of Jimmy Carter, it’s almost impossible not to picture the peanut farmer from Georgia with a disarming smile, a Bible in hand, and a heart set on service. As the 39th president of the United States, Carter’s legacy is as complex as it is fascinating. His life and presidency present a tapestry…
North Korea’s Tough Talk – A Test of Resolve for America and Her Allies
When it comes to North Korea’s latest tirade, my initial thought is: Here we go again. Kim Jong Un has a knack for making fiery declarations aimed at the United States, and his promise to implement the “toughest anti-U.S. counteraction” is nothing new. What is new, however, is the timing and the context. As President-elect…
Biden’s China Connection: A Troubling Web of Family Ties
Well, well, well. The National Archives recently dropped a bombshell on the Biden family narrative that’s harder to ignore than a teenager’s messy room. The newly released photos show then-Vice President Joe Biden grinning alongside two of Hunter Biden’s Chinese business partners back in December 2013. This revelation directly contradicts Biden’s repeated claims that he…
Is Biden “Quiet Quitting” or Just Coasting?
As President Biden soaks up the sun in St. Croix, staying at a villa owned by wealthy Democratic donors, both sides of the political aisle are scratching their heads—and not from sunburn. Republicans and Democrats alike are questioning his choices as he winds down his presidency, with murmurs of "quiet quitting" and allegations of ethical…
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.…
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…
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…
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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