Category: Politics & Policy
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The Root Cause of America’s Decline: Government Unions
As an Englishman who has made America his home, I often wonder how the greatest nation in human history ended up on a fast track to national decline. I have seen this happen before in my own country, which was once a global power but is now a shell of its former self, overrun with…
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What the House’s recent rule vote means for McCarthy’s leadership
Last Tuesday, an unprecedented event took place in the House of Representatives. For the first time in 21 years, a rule was voted down on the House floor. Eleven Republican members, breaking party lines, joined Democrats in sinking the rule. The rule in question refers to a set of instructions that determine which legislation is…
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Senators Discuss the Future of U.S.-Indian Relations Ahead of Modi’s State Visit
Senators John Cornyn (R., Texas) and Mark Warner (D., Va.) spoke at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce on Tuesday about the prospects of U.S.–Indian relations ahead of Indian prime minister Narendra Modi’s state visit next week. The senators see a common adversary in China as a potential driver for bringing the countries closer together. Warner…
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Can Ron DeSantis Emerge as the Last Trump Alternative? Here’s What Republican Voters Think
Republican-primary voters concerned about the party’s nominating contest have been advised to wait for the debates to better evaluate the candidates. However, Donald Trump’s critics on the right cannot be complacent with the status quo, as his advantage in national Republican-primary polling remains historically large. This should concern Republicans who hope for the consolidation of…
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Texas lawmakers pass bill clarifying abortion laws
Texas lawmakers from both sides of the aisle came together during a contentious legislative session to pass a bill clarifying abortion laws in the state. The bill, which passed unanimously in the Texas senate and with a 128-12 vote in the house, does not change existing laws but provides greater clarity on how Texas’s abortion…
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The Spirit of Democracy and the Challenge to a Government of Laws
The spirit of democracy is challenging the very idea of a government of laws, not of men, and undermining our republican form of government. This force has led to warnings that we don’t want to become a banana republic, where the winning party tries to imprison figures of the opposition. Radio host Mark Levin’s response…
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The Impact of Net Neutrality Repeal: Five Years Later
Five years ago today, on June 11, 2018, the internet changed forever as the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) repealed net neutrality regulations. This decision sparked widespread concern and debate, with journalists, celebrities, and public officials expressing their fears about the impact on democracy and individual freedoms. To understand the significance of this decision, it’s important…
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Is Michigan Headed for Another “Lost Decade” under Governor Whitmer?
Michigan’s “Lost Decade” during the Aughts under former Governor Jennifer Granholm saw the state suffer a severe economic downturn and population losses. Although Granholm is not to blame for the Great Recession, Michigan fared worse under her leadership than most other states, experiencing uninterrupted job losses until the last year of her tenure. Michigan was…
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Mike Pence’s Presidential Campaign: A Pro-Life Advocate with Concerning Views on Mass Shootings
Former Vice President Mike Pence recently announced his Republican presidential campaign and discussed his commitment to protecting innocent human life during a CNN town hall. Pence opposes abortion and advocates for adoption and paid family leave to help families flourish. However, his response to mass shootings was concerning. He initially suggested expedited executions for mass…
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California’s AB 957 Bill: Implications of Gender Ideology on Family Law
California’s AB 957 bill, which has passed the state assembly, would require family courts to include a parent’s affirmation of their child’s gender identity in interpretations of a child’s “health, safety, and welfare” in custody disputes. The bill is part of a trend of similar legislation, including last year’s trans-tourism bill and a recent bill…