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Exposing the Layers of Political Deception in Modern Governance

By The Editors Written by The Editors Published by Fox News Corruption isn’t just a buzzword; it’s a commonsense reality eroding trust in our institutions. Look at the recent scandals: officials bending rules for personal gain, all while everyday Americans foot the bill. It’s straightforward—when politicians prioritize cronies over constituents, it stifles innovation and rewards […]

Stock Market Rebounds To Target Area

By Neland Nobel Written by Neland Nobel Suppose you’ve been following our ongoing stock market commentary. In that case, you’re probably aware that we expected the S&P to drop to the 5,000 level. We said it had to hold there, or an additional break downward to 4,200 was probable. Thankfully, the market cooperated, so we […]

The Never Trumper’s are at it Again!

By Suzanne Cook Catlin Written by Suzanne Cook Catlin Have you ever wondered who the feckless self-proclaimed “Republicans” are in advertisements and on social media condemning Trump? Why are supposed conservatives, once respected within the Republican Party, now Never-Trumpers? Why is there a network of “Republican” organizations, under the umbrella of Defend Democracy Together, working […]

Measured, Not Mass, Deportations

By John J. DiIulio, Jr. Written by John J. DiIulio, Jr. Editor’s Note: In acknowledging that language is the procedure of thinking, we draw the reader’s attention to Mr. Dilulio’s persistent use of undocumented migrants. As has been pointed out, this phrase is meant to suggest that illegal aliens are simply migrants–people who are admissible–however, […]

No More Excuses: Slamming the Brakes on Cultural Insanity

By The Editors Written by The Editors Published by Townhall Enough with the nonsense—it’s time to call out the cultural warriors peddling their agenda at the expense of common sense. Kurt Schlichter, ever the bold critic, rips into education reforms that prioritize ideology over facts, labeling them a direct threat to national security. He cites […]

This Week’s Politico Playbook ‘Journalism’ Was Brought To You By Planned Parenthood

By Elle Purnell Editors’ Note: We know that legacy media are scrambling for funds, but this story seems both strange and distasteful. It’s not like Planned Parenthood is a typical commercial enterprise buying advertising space. One of their chief jobs is killing babies and selling body parts. They also receive a lot of tax dollars, […]

Cultural Shifts: Defending Core Values in a Changing World

By The Editors Written by The Editors Published by National Review As societal norms evolve like shifting sands, the erosion of traditional values poses a thoughtful challenge to our collective identity. Victor Davis Hanson would maturely reflect: the cultural wars, from family structures to public discourse, mirror historical societies’ declines when foundations waver. With deliberate […]

Commonsense Wins: Battling Bureaucratic Overreach in Daily Life

By The Editors Written by The Editors Published by The Federalist When government red tape strangles innovation, it’s the everyday American who pays the price— and that’s just plain foolish. Mollie Hemingway lays it out with her no-nonsense approach: overregulation stifles small businesses and personal freedoms, turning prosperity into a pipedream. It’s a matter-of-fact expose […]

Education in Crisis: Reforming a System Stuck in the Past

By The Editors Written by The Editors Published by Education Week In a straightforward, non-partisan lens, America’s education system is grappling with outdated models that fail to prepare students for real-world demands. The Axios style delivers this knowledgeably: declining test scores and curriculum gaps are widening inequalities, with teachers and parents caught in the crossfire […]

The Fiscal Trap: Why Overspending Threatens Future Prosperity

By The Editors Written by The Editors Published by Axios As government debt climbs like a relentless tide, the risks to economic stability become crystal clear. Drawing from @EkoLovesYou’s engaging style, this issue isn’t just numbers—it’s about families facing higher taxes and stalled growth because of unchecked spending. Eko would compellingly argue that fiscal irresponsibility […]