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- Opinion · Sep 8, 2026Why Liberty Requires Virtue
people without virtue shouldn’t expect to enjoy the blessings of liberty indefinitely. A farmer can’t make his plants grow, but he can create the conditions that lead … settled disposition of the mind determining the choice of actions and emotions, consisting essentially in the observance of the mean relative to us, this being determined by principle, that
- Article · Sep 2, 2026There’s Nothing ‘Moderate’ About Democrats
because of — the fact that it’s an ideology completely at odds with American Liberty . House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries even promised “a serious response” for Jared Golden and Gluesenkamp … same things.” How does that make him the moderate? He ran his entire campaign essentially on the theme that Markey is too old and it’s time for “generational change
- Opinion · Sep 2, 2026Time to Defeat the Legal Jihad Against 9/11 Families
Sheikh Mohammed, has not been tried and sentenced to death. Blame the American Civil Liberties Union, in large part, for this injustice. The ACLU intervened at the start, insisting that … hijackers, as well as three letters from Osama bin Laden. Even so, Schrama essentially is excluding any confessions, making getting a conviction difficult. Prosecutors have not announced yet whether they
- Article · Aug 25, 2026A Manners List for UK Immigrants
that cultures disagree dramatically about women’s rights, religious freedom, homosexuality, forced marriage, individual liberty, criminal justice, and the relationship between citizens and government. Diversity can be perfectly compatible with … Britain and royal life for California after describing the situation in the UK as essentially untenable. Harry said only last year that he couldn’t “see a world” in which
- Article · Aug 24, 2026Monday Short Cuts
those cold, timid souls who prefer to be subjects and would surrender their essential liberty, and all of ours, in order to fall into the false belief of security.” —Allen
- Opinion · Aug 21, 2026Essential Liberty in the American Republic
quite simple to fall for the ruses of others. “Those who would give up essential Liberty, to purchase a little temporary Safety, deserve neither Liberty nor Safety.” — Benjamin Franklin … those cold, timid souls who prefer to be subjects and would surrender their essential liberty, and all of ours, in order to fall into the false belief of security
- Opinion · Aug 20, 2026Why Are So Many Young People Drawn to Communism?
than the one they inherited. That impulse is not only understandable, it is often essential to a healthy democracy. It is how societies reform, innovate and correct injustice … also reminds us that societies flourish not when government becomes all-powerful but when liberty is protected, opportunity is expanded, institutions remain accountable, and individuals are free to speak, worship
- Alexander's Column · Aug 19, 2026Mr. President, Can You Get Iran Right?
commanded them to destroy. ... The constant and declaratory chant ‘Death to America’ is essentially Iran’s national motto... They’re not kidding!” B.B. asserted, “Sir, it seems you have inexplicably … Airmen, Marines, and Coast Guardsmen — standing in harm’s way in defense of American Liberty, and for our nation’s Veterans, First Responders, and their families. Please lift up your
- Opinion · Aug 13, 2026Not Winning? Just Change the Rules
wind and solar energy while waging a war on fossil fuels, and expanding racial essentialism in hiring and admissions — have never won more than 30 to 40% support among … forced statism, coercive redistribution, and government-mandated equality of results. It instead yearns for liberty and freedom. No matter how much deception, camouflage, or brainwashing is employed, statism, socialism
- Alexander's Column · Aug 12, 2026Some Colleges and Universities Are Restoring Civility on Campus
restore comity on campus? The principles of civility are both timeless and essential to the future of our republic. I wrote recently of “ George Washington’s Enduring Advice for Americans … Airmen, Marines, and Coast Guardsmen — standing in harm’s way in defense of American Liberty, and for our nation’s Veterans, First Responders, and their families. Please lift up your
- Opinion · Jul 31, 2026America’s Peak Socialism — Abandoned a Century Ago
system “imperfectly, expensively, but it moved the troops and the coal,” the essential fuel then for both heavy industry and home heating. The fuel administration enforced “heatless Mondays,” the National … Kennedy. This socialist America was anything but friendly to civil rights and civil liberties. Wilson imposed racial segregation on the federal workforce and shut down German cultural organizations. His government
- Alexander's Column · Jul 29, 2026The Fauci Facts File — Never Again
scientists to shut down our mighty economy.” “They that can give up essential liberty to purchase a little temporary safety, deserve neither liberty nor safety.” — Benjamin Franklin (1775) Image This
- Article · Jul 29, 2026Flock Cameras and a Person of Interest
civilian infrastructure such as ports, airports, railroads, power grids, and telecommunications networks can become essential assets during military operations. This overlap creates a constant challenge for governments, which seek … rights, laws, and social mores that fit this definition. They can simultaneously preserve liberty while destroying it, prosecute crime while supporting it, and prevent behaviors that are harmful to society
- Alexander's Column · Jul 22, 2026George Washington’s Enduring Advice for Americans Today
family, and, foremost, his devotion to God and American Liberty. Thus, virtually every word of his Farewell Address is essential to the good order of our Republic today … home, your peace abroad, of your safety, of your prosperity, of that very liberty which you so highly prize.” He advised: Citizens by birth or choice of a common country
- Opinion · Jul 13, 2026Who Will Win the Battle for America’s Future?
right. Trump praised our Founders and founding documents as essential to America’s greatness. “Our founders not only won our liberty; they secured it with the most righteous political document
- Alexander's Column · Jul 8, 2026Mr. President, Get Iran Right!
Allah is to destroy us. The constant and declaratory chant “Death to America” is essentially their national motto, and they’ve repeated and broadcast it by way of mass crowds … Airmen, Marines, and Coast Guardsmen — standing in harm’s way in defense of American Liberty, and for our nation’s Veterans, First Responders, and their families. Please lift up your
- Alexander's Column · Jul 4, 2026American Liberty’s 250th: ‘A Republic, if You Can Keep It’
characters appreciated by the trial of adversity. ... The preservation of the sacred fire of liberty, and the destiny of the republican model of government, are justly considered deeply, perhaps … myself willing to part with my share of it. ... They that can give up essential liberty to purchase a little temporary safety, deserve neither liberty nor safety. ... Without Freedom
- Article · Jul 2, 2026Displaying the Flag Should Be Universally Okay
members allow use of a common property by an owner to express what is essentially a political or affiliative view in a flag, other owners will want … destruction. What we have created here in the U.S. is unique and rare. But Liberty is only ever one generation away from disappearing
- Alexander's Column · Jul 1, 2026Justice Clarence Thomas on the Declaration of Independence
know not what course others may take, but as for me, give me liberty or give me death.” That devotion has driven the great achievements and heroism of Americans … really are. To paraphrase something I recently read, combat strips us down to our essentials. But once in the spotlight, in that combat, many people fall prey to the lures
- Article · Jul 1, 2026Wednesday Executive News Summary
reported $635 million in royalties. Moreover, $500 million in income was reported by World Liberty Financial, a cryptocurrency company founded by the president, his sons, and some longtime friends. President … funding opposition to the building of data centers in the U.S., which are essential for artificial intelligence development. The report notes that Singham funds data center opposition groups that raise