The idea of what education is truly for has been debated for centuries. In the 17th century, English poet John Milton described education as a way to “repair the ruins of our first parents by regaining to know God aright,” and from that knowledge to … [Read more...] about We Must Decentralize Education
Christian Colleges Are Closing
Last year, several Christian colleges announced major changes or closures, highlighting the serious challenges that face not only small Christian schools but all of higher education in America. Trinity Christian College in Illinois, which has served … [Read more...] about Christian Colleges Are Closing
Students Rebel Against Radical Gender Ideology
In the November 2025 local elections in Loudoun County, Virginia, voters chose a new member of the school board in a closely watched race tied to ongoing debates over education policy. Independent candidate Amy M. Riccardi won her seat in Sterling, … [Read more...] about Students Rebel Against Radical Gender Ideology
Socialism Will Always Fail
Photo by Bingjiefu He. CC BY-SA 4.0. After winning the New York City mayoral election in November, newly elected mayor Zohran Mamdani made a particularly disturbing statement about government’s capacity to solve every problem and address … [Read more...] about Socialism Will Always Fail
The End of Migration
We are reaching the end of migration as it has been sold to the American people for decades. Leaders, institutions, and citizens across the political and religious spectrum are (finally) publicly challenging the idea that mass immigration from … [Read more...] about The End of Migration
Trump Targets Fraud by Somali Immigrants
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
