Rugged Individualism Fades from National Character
“That’ll be the day!” John Wayne’s gravelly, dry voice connected with millions who recognized in its tenor something of America’s pioneer character. In dozens of… Read More
Articles by Marion Smith
Rubio Is Right: Naval Power Pivotal to U.S. Foreign Policy
Senator Marco Rubio’s (R–FL) foreign policy speech today at the Brookings Institution included a standout sentence that should be thoughtfully considered: Even in our military… Read More
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Postmodern Memorial Will Strip Eisenhower’s Legacy
This week two more Congressmen, Dan Lungren (R–CA) and Aaron Schock (R–IL), joined the Eisenhower family in opposing Frank Gehry’s design for the Dwight D…. Read More
Debating America’s Role in the World
Tonight, the contenders for the GOP presidential nomination gather in Washington, D.C., at the CNN/Heritage/AEI debate on U.S. foreign policy. It’s about time! Currently, there… Read More
Strong National Security–the Prerequisite for Peaceful Commerce
The slogan “War breeds war. Peace breeds prosperity” has become a favorite idea of the anti-war faction on the right. Unlike their anti-war allies on… Read More
The Founders on Defense Spending
In the midst of the current budget battle, there are a lot of folks—right and left—who assume that defense spending is a luxury that America… Read More
The Founders on War & Peace
Next Tuesday, the contenders for the GOP presidential nomination will square off in another debate, this time focused on foreign policy. If the last few… Read More
Did 9/11 Change the World?
In each century since our nation’s founding, foreign enemies have tested the strength of the American republic, our national security, and our political principles. September… Read More
London Rioters, Not Tea Party, are Guilty of Violence
For several days in London, hoodlums have been razing cars, breaking windows, robbing stores, and threatening the safety of passers-by. These riots are on a… Read More
Kucinich Invites Foreign Intrigue with NATO War Crimes Letter
Congressman Dennis Kucinich (D-OH) recently sent a letter to the United Nations and the International Criminal Court enjoining them to initiate an investigation of NATO… Read More
