Michael Swartz is a recovering politician turned writer. What began way back in 2003 with occasional features for The Patriot Post has blossomed into a weekly column. That love for the written word also led Michael to author a book with his own policy prescriptions and embark upon writing a history of the Tea Party for release later this year.
Republicans Say Biden Needs to Go
If they insist that Joe is unfit to finish his term, then they install Harris as president, thereby making her a more formidable election opponent.
Trump Assassination Attempt Just Another Shooting to the Left
The Leftmedia and their fellow Democrats are tamping down the political rhetoric, but how long will it last?
Playing Politics With America’s Semiquincentennial
Looking ahead to our nation’s 250th birthday, the challenge will be to focus on what has always defined us rather than what now divides us.
Supreme Court Says No Right to Vagrancy
In a 6-3 ruling last week, the Supreme Court sided with local government and against unfettered homelessness.
The Year of the ‘Double Haters’
A full fourth of all voters have unfavorable feelings toward both Joe Biden and Donald Trump, which is the highest number since at least 1988.
Say ‘Goodbye’ to the Petrodollar
For half a century, the U.S. enjoyed a special status among the world’s energy consumers. That’s no longer the case.
Biden the Benevolent EV Mandater
Joe Biden makes it look like he’s easing off of onerous regulations in the face of slumping sales.
Hunter Heads to Court
The first son’s federal gun charge case is being held in the Bidens’ friendly home state of Delaware.
The End of College Athletics?
A trio of legal settlements will funnel more money to college athletes and less money to the athletic departments that fund their activities.
A DEI Crook Gets Caught
In yet another blow to a dubious industry, Facebook and Nike were victimized for more than $5 million by their own DEI administrator.
Cartels Loom Over U.S.-Mexico Relations
As long as Joe Biden is president, the narco-state to our south will continue to help the Communist Chinese kill Americans with fentanyl.
‘No Stronger Record With Israel’?
By trying to find moral equivalence where none exists, Joe Biden is prolonging the conflict between Hamas and Israel.
The Slow-Charging Market for EVs
Ominous signs point to a serious slowdown in the electric vehicle market.
Another ‘Transgender Man’ Planned School Mass Murder
Authorities in Maryland thwarted a copycat high school rampage by a young woman who identified as a man.
Reconsidering Asylum
The term has been abused by millions who seek entry to the U.S. through our southern border.
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Gary Bauer Lame Duck Lies
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Josh Hammer The Bloodless Coup of Joe Biden Will Not Work Out Well for Democrats
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Tim Graham Sanitizing Violent, Flag-Burning Pro-Hamas Protesters
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Michael Barone Facing the Consequences of Presidents Choosing Their Successors
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