Kay C. James is president of The Heritage Foundation. James formerly served as director of the U.S. Office of Personnel Management and as Virginia's secretary of health and human resources. She is also the founder and chairman of the board of The Gloucester Institute.
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President Donald Trump’s United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement is finally up for a vote this week—just in time for Christmas. After nearly a year of delay, this… Read More
SocietyCommentary
As we head into the Christmas season, religious liberty in America continues to be under attack, and it’s not just about whether people can say… Read More
SocietyCommentary
With Thanksgiving approaching, a common complaint I hear is that the mix of political views at holiday gatherings can create some tense moments. However, there’s… Read More
SecurityCommentary
The America that we cherish and hope to pass on to the next generation depends on the promise that we have a military strong enough… Read More
SocietyCommentary
The rising tide of socialism in America is reaching a critical point as more Americans warm up to the idea of bigger, more intrusive government…. Read More
EconomyCommentary
The United States should be doing all it can to maintain a strong economy while protecting Americans’ wallets and jobs. One significant way to help… Read More
SocietyCommentary
Sept. 17 commemorates the signing of the U.S. Constitution on Sept. 17, 1787. For most people, it’s just another Tuesday. Why should anyone care? Put bluntly, understanding the… Read More
SecurityCommentary
This week, we honor the memories of those fellow Americans we lost in New York, and Shanksville, Pennsylvania, and at the Pentagon on Sept. 11,… Read More
EducationCommentary
Back to school on America’s college campuses can be an exciting time for parents and students alike. But if your college freshman comes home for Thanksgiving break… Read More
SocietyCommentary
At The Heritage Foundation, we’re always thinking about ways to talk to new and nontraditional audiences about how conservative principles can create the greatest freedom, opportunity,… Read More
