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In Union There is Strength
Former Defense Secretary and retired Marine Corps General James Mattis has something to say. I have watched this week’s unfolding events, angry and appalled. The...
June 11, 2025
A Day of Love—A Weekend of Force
Two images of the protests taking place in Los Angeles Donald Trump’s words are rarely accidental. His instinct for rhetorical impact—whether blunt force or performative...
June 7, 2025
It Just Doesn’t Stop
“If they can be charged, we’ll charge them. But if they can’t be charged, we will name them. And we will name them, and in...
June 5, 2025
Why Harvard Still Needs Money
Say the words “Harvard” and “$53 billion endowment” in the same sentence, and you’re bound to hear this: Why on earth would they ever need...
June 4, 2025
Four More Presidents Who Took an Ethical Stand
What separates a good leader from a great one isn’t intelligence, charm, or even experience. It’s character—specifically, the willingness to do the right thing...
June 2, 2025
You Swore an Oath. Keep It
What follows is not a partisan critique. It’s a call for accountability—from everyone. And in this case, it’s not just important. It’s essential. When a...
May 30, 2025