SocietyCommentary
Why Our Constitution Has Endured
When July 4 rolls around, there’s no mistaking it. There are fireworks, parades and other patriotic tributes to our Declaration of Independence. If you’re like… Read More
SocietyCommentary
When July 4 rolls around, there’s no mistaking it. There are fireworks, parades and other patriotic tributes to our Declaration of Independence. If you’re like… Read More
SocietyCommentary
It’s been 50 years now since the federal government launched its “War on Poverty.” But the numbers just released by the Census Bureau suggest we’re… Read More
EconomyCommentary
Congress has returned to Washington, but not for long. The looming midterm elections mean that lawmakers are here only for what USA Today calls “a… Read More
EducationCommentary
America is built on the philosophy of bootstrapping, or pulling yourself up through your own talents and abilities. No tool is better suited for doing… Read More
LawCommentary
President Obama claims to be running “the most transparent administration in history.” Even those who knew he was exaggerating, though, must have been surprised when… Read More
SocietyCommentary
We often hear those on the right branded as “intolerant.” We’re all a bunch of extremists who just want to shut down the other side,… Read More
EconomyCommentary
Thirty-three years ago this month, President Reagan picked up his executive signing pen and affixed his name to one of the most sweeping pieces of… Read More
SocietyCommentary
You’ve no doubt seen those polls in which Americans are asked if they think our country is heading in the right direction. Perhaps you’ve even… Read More
LawCommentary
Like many Americans, you probably think it’s up to you to determine how healthy your diet is. Well, the Food and Drug Administration has a… Read More
EconomyCommentary
I’ll admit it. I enjoy an occasional cigar. So do a lot of other Americans. Some like to indulge in a pricier smoke, while others… Read More