Commentary The Southern Poverty Law Center just released a report claiming there are 1,225 hate and anti-government groups in America. These groups cause “fear and pain (in) Black, brown, and LGBTQ communities.” The SPLC lists such groups on its “hate map.” I once believed in the center. Well-meaning people still do. Apple once gave them…
More Thoughts on Affirmative Action
Commentary Following the Supreme Court decision finding preferential treatment, i.e., affirmative action, in college admissions unconstitutional, the president of Harvard issued a statement to “Members of the Harvard Community.” This statement tells us how those managing one of the nation’s most prestigious universities understand justice, knowledge, and learning. First, let’s consider what Harvard’s president does…
The Korean Armistice’s Iffy Anniversary: Korea Is a Forever War
Commentary The Korean War Armistice agreement was signed July 27, 1953—70 years ago this month. It’s a very iffy anniversary, for the Korean War remains unfinished business. Internet factoids claim the armistice concluded the war with “a complete cessation of hostilities.” Dub those factoids “faketoids”—disinformation posing as historical fact. First point: an armistice is not…
Have You Made Your Peace With Free Trade?
Commentary In 1796, the first U.S. President George Washington gave an impassioned farewell address. It summed up what he hoped would be U.S. foreign policy as regards both economics and wars. “The great rule of conduct for us in regard to foreign nations,” he said, “is in extending our commercial relations, to have with them…
When Will Progressives Realize That Americans Really Hate Racial Preferences?
Commentary The Supreme Court’s decision striking down racial preferences in student admissions at Harvard and the University of North Carolina is proving to be highly popular with American voters. The most recent poll, released on July 17, reveals that 65 percent—nearly two-thirds—of likely voters approve of the court’s 6–3 ruling, including 49 percent—nearly half—who strongly…
The Commonwealth Games Was Nothing More Than a Political Football
July 18, 2023
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Commentary The decision by the Victorian Labor government to cancel the 2026 Commonwealth Games is a major blow to the regional communities—promised world-class sporting events and infrastructure—and an assault on the reputation of the state; indeed the nation. The Games had been scheduled to showcase regional Victoria, with major events in Ballarat, Bendigo, Geelong, Shepparton,…
Brian Giesbrecht: Meritocracy or Mediocrity—Canada Must Choose
July 18, 2023
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Commentary In “Civilization: The West and the Rest” historian Niall Ferguson asks why, from about 1500 AD, the West was able to rise from being a backwater of illiterate, unhygienic bumpkins to become the greatest civilization the world had ever seen. He suggests an answer: the West created what he calls “the six killer apps”…
Hollywood Strikers Should Blame Themselves for High Cost of California Living
July 18, 2023
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Commentary Hollywood actors and screenwriters are striking because—they say—their pay is too low. But the flip side is it’s too expensive living in Southern California. But whose fault is that? Who backs policies making California the most expensive state in the country? Who insists on high taxes on businesses and residents? And remember, the more…
ANALYSIS: Seditious Conspiracy Likely Charge if Trump January 6 Grand Jury Investigation Reaches Indictment
News Analysis Upon President Donald Trump’s revealing a grand jury is investigating him in relation to the Jan. 6, 2021, U.S. Capitol protest and riot, seditious conspiracy emerges as the likely charge he will face. Mr. Trump said he was informed of being the target on Sunday night through a letter from the office of…
ANALYSIS: Trump Could Face ‘Seditious Conspiracy’ Charge in Jan. 6 Probe, Previous Trials Suggest
News Analysis With former President Donald Trump saying that he’s been notified that a Washington-based grand jury is investigating him in relation to the Jan. 6, 2021, U.S. Capitol protest and breach, a commentator who’s been closely following Jan. 6-related trials is pointing to seditious conspiracy as a charge Mr. Trump likely will face. Mr. Trump…
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