The Trump Administration is moving swiftly to address fraud connected to government programs in Minnesota, particularly involving several individuals of Somali origin. In late November 2025, the acting U.S. Attorney for Minnesota, Joseph H. Thompson, … [Read more...] about Trump Targets Fraud by Somali Immigrants
Defending Dignity in Natural Death
Photo by Thirdman. In A Christmas Carol, the beloved story that I’m sure we’ve all heard more than once in the last several weeks, Charles Dickens tells the story of Ebenezer Scrooge, a man so hardened that when asked whether the poor … [Read more...] about Defending Dignity in Natural Death
Warning to School Boards: You’re Next
A recent article in our Education Reporter highlighted many concerning reactions to the election of Zohran Mamdani as mayor of New York City. His victory carries many broad political implications. Following the election, a widely viewed post on the … [Read more...] about Warning to School Boards: You’re Next
The Status of Life in 2026
As we reflect on 2025 and launch into a new year, the overall picture for human dignity around the world and here at home is mixed. There are certainly many positive developments, but also some deeply troubling trends. Last fall, President Trump … [Read more...] about The Status of Life in 2026
Revisionist History Alive & Well in U.S. Schools
Photo by Jim. CC BY-SA 2.0 Schools across the United States are once again at the center of a debate over how history and civics are taught. A recent article in our Education Reporter highlights concerns about a set of classroom materials … [Read more...] about Revisionist History Alive & Well in U.S. Schools
Phyllis Schlafly Marched Pro-Life Into the GOP
As we look forward to the 2026 March for Life on January 23rd, it’s a good time to reflect on how impactful Phyllis Schlafly was in turning the tide against abortion. In the early 1970s, America was not the country we think of today when it comes to … [Read more...] about Phyllis Schlafly Marched Pro-Life Into the GOP
GOP Should Focus on Young Voters’ Hard Times
It’s no secret that young Americans today are facing a barrage of economic pressures that are reshaping their views — and reshaping our politics. Hard times are affecting young generations, and those struggles help explain why many younger voters are … [Read more...] about GOP Should Focus on Young Voters’ Hard Times
Stopping the Seduction of Socialism
One of the most striking trends of the last few election cycles is that many younger Americans are embracing socialist ideas — not just as a policy preference, but as a worldview. Recent surveys show that a large majority of adults under 30 now … [Read more...] about Stopping the Seduction of Socialism
Ballot Issue Initiative Petitions On Trial
The so-called “initiative petition” process that allows voters to put issues, laws, or Constitutional amendments up for public vote is allowed in roughly 20 states. Democrats have long used this process in Ohio, Missouri, and many other states to … [Read more...] about Ballot Issue Initiative Petitions On Trial
Dems Try to Thwart Republican Redistricting
Photo by Nahida. CC0 1.0. Republican redistricting plans are sweeping the nation. Districts are typically redrawn every ten years following the census, but they can also be revised by a state legislature at any time. The popularity of these … [Read more...] about Dems Try to Thwart Republican Redistricting
