September 2022

While there are obvious cases where extremist rhetoric aroused strong emotions and violence, the view that rhetoric producing a passionate response is inherently dangerous may also be, misguided. Fortunately, there is a means of distinguishing between forms of rhetoric producing reactions that are dangerous and those that are forces for societal reform.

There is no shame in pursuing an alternative higher education. Ira H. Schoen is a firm believer that every school district should provide both a trade school and one that’s academic-oriented— further exploring why parents and students should carefully consider whether a private university is actually of less value than a public one.

Divisive politicians. Shouting TV pundits. Mean-spirited social media trolls. Are you concerned about the decline in civility? As Former Congressman, Ric Keller, explains it’s not too late to turn things around even if we fear America being ripped apart by divisive leaders and talking heads, we just need to follow these simple rules.

Returning content contributor and 34-year veteran truck driver, Jeff Clark, explains why he — a self-proclaimed “ordinary Republican” — is frustrated by his government, as he observes both parties drifting too far into extremism.

Imagine sitting down with your partner/spouse to discuss next year’s finances, and you agree on everything except one purchase—there is just no budging for either of you! Welcome to the world of federal government spending. The way Congress funds the government is a mess, so to ensure it does not shut down, they increasingly rely on a stop-gap measure — Continuing Resolutions.

In the 1992 presidential election, Bill Clinton’s strategist, James Carville, famously coined the phrase, “It’s the economy, stupid.” As of early September 2022, it’s looking like “It’s AGED+, stupid.” That’s not seniors taking over— it’s an acronym for Abortion, Guns, Environment, Democracy, and +.

The 2022 mid-term elections are less than 90 days away. The decidedly pro-choice abortion vote in Kansas is a more enduring bellwether of what’s happening across America. Fading ardor for Trump, declining support for Trumpists, and growing rejection of Trumpism, suggest a November surprise may be brewing.

While leaders, oftentimes, demand flexibility in their use of technology, this can be problematic for their security personnel. In light of the recent events at Mar-a-Lago, cybersecurity expert Nick Espinosa, puts into context the multitude of security issues that former President Trump brought to the table during his time in office.

For almost a year the media and handicappers have predicted that, in November, a massive red wave will sweep Republicans into office, even in blue states and districts. But, these predictions have ignored three key factors that might make the 2022 midterm elections different from past.