Tuesday Short Cuts
Notable quotables from Gavin Newsom, Brendan Boyle, Mike Johnson, JD Vance, Allen West, Jeff Jacoby, George Carlin, Russell Kirk, and more.
Reader Comments
“If ever there was a time in history that Republicans need to present a united front, now is that time. Candidates need to realize that we need only the best and strongest on the ballots.”
The Schumer Shutdown: Complete Chaos That Failed Miserably
The GOP finally rallied enough bipartisan support to clear the first hurdle in a lengthy process to reopen the government.
Monday Executive News Summary
Trump’s rebate proposal, Border Patrol agents targeted in Chicago shooting, Biden’s hilariously bad hypocrisy, BBC director-general resigns, and more.
Trump Pardons Right a Grievous Wrong
By issuing pardons to those who helped him contest the rigged election of 2020, Donald Trump made clear once again that a weaponized government is a government run amok.
What Do You Do When Your Neighbors Want You Dead?
In these times when the threat seems great, do not give in to fear and all that comes with it. After all, fear does not come from God.
What Can Mamdani Actually Do?
New York City’s socialist mayor-elect will soon learn that he doesn’t have the power to impose some of his biggest campaign promises.
The Constitution Doesn’t Grant Birthright Citizenship to Illegal Immigrants
A proper reading of the 14th Amendment is why children of illegal immigrants should not be automatically granted birthright citizenship.
Semper Fidelis (Always Faithful)
Today is the Marine Corps’s 250th birthday. Tomorrow is Veterans Day. This week is a twofer for me! It was an honor to serve my country.
Monday Short Cuts
Notable quotables from the Associated Press, Barack Obama, Jennifer Welch, Jacky Rosen, Richard Blumenthal, John Kennedy, Victor Davis Hanson, and more.
Pelosi to Retire After Doing Lasting Damage
The San Francisco congresswoman led Democrats for two decades out of her four in Washington, where she did immeasurable harm to our Constitution and country.
Friday Executive News Summary
FAA cuts back flights, Supreme Court allows Trump admin to acknowledge male/female binary, State Dept. yanks over 80K visas this year, and more.
The Good News About 2026
The GOP got drubbed this week in all the predictable places, but there are good reasons for optimism between now and next November’s midterms.
The ‘Democratic Socialist’ Harbinger
With Zohran Mamdani’s mayoral victory in New York City and polling of national Democrats, the socialist threat to America’s future is significant.
What Is Good Journalism?
There need to be standards for integrity and courage in journalism. Tucker Carlson seems to have misplaced both of them.
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Mark Alexander President Trump Signs Medal of Honor Act
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Gary Bauer A Win and a Warning
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Ben Shapiro A Two-Pronged Democrat Strategy for 2028
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The Washington Stand The Problem With Oh-So-Trendy Socialism
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Larry Elder Random Outrage
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Laura Hollis Epstein’s Sexual Scandals Are Distractions From the Real Threats
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Armstrong Williams The 2026 Political Landscape
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Ann Coulter Ann’s 1-Step Guide to Saving North Carolina
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