Aug 26, 2019
Good morning from Washington, where politicians often lose sight of ideals that drew them here. Conservatives should hold to unchanging principles, Kay Coles James writes. Liberals scorn Jefferson in his native Virginia because he fails to meet modern standards, Fred Lucas reports. On the podcast, Charlie Copeland talks about fighting the good fight on campus. Plus: Nolan Peterson on what independence means to Ukrainians, Hans von Spakovsky on requiring immigrants to be self-sufficient, and Virginia Allen on an oasis for orphans in Kenya. Eighty years ago today, a Cincinnati Reds-Brooklyn Dodgers clash becomes the first televised major league baseball game as part of a World’s Fair exhibit in New York.
How Jefferson Lost Some Luster in His Own Hometown
“Removing Jefferson’s Birthday [as a city holiday] is not sanitizing history,” Charlottesville’s mayor wrote on Facebook. “I’m sure that he’s still able to celebrate his birthday in hell.”
The Unchanging Principles of Conservatism Defined
Good conservatives may have differing viewpoints about some aspects of conservatism, but there are certain fundamental principles where we must remain resolute.
Higher Ed Is Dominated by the Left. So Where Should Conservative Students Turn for Help?
Charlie Copeland, president and CEO of Intercollegiate Studies Institute, shares how the organization works on college campuses across America to give students underpinnings of conservative thought.
Enforcing ‘Public Charge’ Rule in Immigration Is Common Sense
The Trump administration makes a smart move by trying to ensure that new, legal immigrants are self-sufficient individuals who will be a net plus for our economy.
Under Shadow of War With Russia, Ukraine Celebrates Independence
Ukraine’s new president cancels a military parade and uses over $11 million in savings as bonuses to members of the armed forces.
Mayor Proposes Mandatory Liability Insurance for Gun Owners
If private liability insurance isn’t available, or if gun owners aren’t able to buy coverage, the measure could impose a fee that would fund police and emergency responses to gun-related crime.
Trump Backs Down on Rescinding $4 Billion in Foreign Aid
Had the president followed through, it could have been his first victory for reining in government spending.
Kenyan Nonprofit Discovers a Way to Curb Africa’s Orphan Crisis
Agape Children’s Ministry says it has reunited thousands of children with their families over the past decade.
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