SocietyCommentary
This 29-Year-Old Woman Has Chosen to Die. Why That’s a Loss for All of Us.
>>> UPDATE: Brittany Maynard announced in a new video that while she still intends to choose when she dies, “I still feel good enough and… Read More
SecurityCommentary
All the President’s Former Men: Panetta Joins Critics of Obama Over Benghazi
Former Secretary of Defense Leon Panetta has joined other former members of the Obama team in criticizing the president’s Middle East policy and his handling… Read More
InternationalNews
Hong Kong’s Former No. 2 Official Fields 7 Questions on the Future of Her City
As the number of pro-democracy demonstrators in Hong Kong dwindles, one of the city’s veteran leaders is a key figure in seeking a compromise with… Read More
SecurityNews
Jimmy Carter Accuses Obama of Violating U.S. Constitution
Former President Jimmy Carter sharply criticized President Obama for his handling of foreign policy yesterday, saying it’s often “hard to figure out what his policy is.”… Read More
InternationalNews
Congressman Defends Taxpayer Funding for Hamas-Backed Government
In the ongoing battle to deprive Mideast terrorists of financial support, one member of Congress vows he’ll make sure a group of violent extremists gets cash from… Read More
SocietyNews
Awkward: Candidates Struggle to Reply ‘Yes’ or ‘No’ in Senate Debate
Answering a simple “yes or no” question at last night’s debate in Colorado’s U.S. Senate wasn’t easy for either the incumbent Democrat, Sen. Mark Udall,… Read More
Health CareNews
After Reports of Mismanagement, VA Hospital Gets New Supply of Linens
And then there was linen. Veterans Affairs hospital officials in Shreveport, La., stocked the cabinets with linen, pajamas and towels cabinets after an investigation exposed… Read More
LawCommentary
Video Shows Police Smash a Car Window, Taser Passenger As Children Watch
Sometimes a picture (or a video) is worth a thousand words, but does it tell the whole story? A video taken by a 14-year-old boy… Read More
SocietyCommentary
Marriage and Society: Getting to the Heart of the Matter
A recent Heritage Foundation forum highlighting the relationship between marriage, family structure, and societal well-being noted positive cultural trends as well as troubling data. Discussing… Read More
LawCommentary
Democrat Governor: Legalizing Pot Was ‘Reckless.’ A New Study Proves Him Right.
The top Democrat in Colorado, Gov. John Hickenlooper, said Monday during a gubernatorial debate that legalizing marijuana in Colorado was “reckless.” His Republican opponent, Bob… Read More
EconomyCommentary
Liberals Don’t Understand Dynamic Scoring or Tax Reform
Two liberals, New York Times columnist Paul Krugman and Slate columnist Jamelle Bouie, launched misguided broadsides against dynamic scoring this week. Dynamic scoring pertains to… Read More
EnergyCommentary
Wind Industry Admits It Needs Handout to Compete
One of the world’s largest wind turbine manufacturers let loose a bit of truth and self-admission to the Financial Times: We still need help, and… Read More
InternationalCommentary
Obama’s Removal of Russia’s Trade Preferences Doesn’t Matter
On Friday, the White House announced that President Obama would remove Russia’s eligibility for the Generalized System of Preferences (GSP), a trade program that gives… Read More
SocietyCommentary
He Was Killed in Afghanistan. A Year Later His 6-Year-Old Son Gets 1 Million People to Honor Him.
Six-year-old Darren Baysore wanted to honor his father on the one-year anniversary of his death. More than 1 million pictures later, he succeeded. On Sept…. Read More
EconomyNews
Taxpayers Forked Over Back Pay for a Food Inspector Who Didn’t Notice Rats in a Pasta Plant. Now, They Could Pay for His Union Lawyer, Too.
A food inspector for the U.S. Department of Agriculture who was suspended for failing to discover that rats had infested a pasta-making plant has won… Read More
EconomyNews
Why Fishing Rights and Genetically Modified Salmon Might Determine Senate Control
A Senate race in Alaska—and control of the upper chamber of Congress—may be decided by issues that matter little to the rest of the country,… Read More
SocietyNews
‘The Flipside’ Offers Viewers Another Side of Comedy
According to the creators of a new show, comedy has been politically one-sided for too long—and they want to show viewers the flipside. “I want… Read More
EconomyNews
A Who’s Who of Liberal Causes Funded by Workers’ Union Dues
The AFL-CIO spent more than $30 million on politics during the past year, using money from workers to support political causes across the country. The labor union reported… Read More
LawCommentary
How Operation Choke Point Hurt My Ammo Business
My business is a victim of Operation Choke Point—a government program run by the U.S. Department of Justice—which shuts down businesses it doesn’t like by cutting… Read More
SocietyNews
How Often Americans Pray … and Some of Their Strangest Prayer Requests
Forty-eight percent of Americans pray “every day,” and 31 percent pray “several times a day,” according to a new survey by LifeWay Research. In addition… Read More
SocietyNews
Study: Red States Give More to Charity Than Blue States
Red states give more money to charity than blue states, according to a new report by the Chronicle of Philanthropy. The study measured gifts to… Read More
SocietyCommentary
The Defense of Marriage Isn’t Over
Monday’s action from the Supreme Court is, as I noted, a setback for sound constitutional self-government and a setback for a healthy marriage culture. Rather… Read More
SecurityNews
This Amputee Veteran’s Inspiring Story: He Overcame Drinking, Depression to Become Incredible Athlete
Shirtless, armless and legless–meet Noah Galloway. Loading #Bataan View on Instagram The 32-year-old father of three is the “2014 Ultimate Men’s Health Guy” and will… Read More
Health CareNews
Los Angeles Restaurants Charge Extra for Employees’ Health Insurance
Meal, drink, tip … insurance? Some Los Angeles restaurants are adding a 3 percent surcharge to diners’ tabs in order to cover employees’ health insurance…. Read More
EnergyCommentary
Scientists May Disagree on the Causes of the California Drought, but Policymakers with Agendas Don’t
California’s recent drought has many people, including policymakers, looking to point the finger at global warming. The authors of several recent scientific papers aren’t so… Read More
Dopey Regulations Keep on Coming
In his recent speech about the economy, President Obama noted that “there are still some kind of dopey regulations on the books.” He didn’t note… Read More
LawNews
How Marijuana Legalization United Democrat, Republican Running for Governor
Democratic Gov. John Hickenlooper spoke honestly about Colorado’s decision to legalize marijuana, comments that could shake up the tight gubernatorial contest. “What the hell—I’ll say… Read More
Health CareNews
Democrat Who Attacked GOP Opponent on Ebola Now Finds Himself in Spotlight
Just weeks after attacking his Republican opponent on Ebola, Sen. Mark Pryor, D-Ark., yesterday struggled to answer questions from a reporter about President Obama’s response… Read More
SocietyNews
Duck Dynasty’s Sadie Robertson’s Powerful Words: Faith Has ‘Carried’ Family ‘This Whole Way’
On “Dancing with the Stars” Monday night, 17-year-old Sadie Robertson talked about how important her family and her faith in God were to her. “My… Read More
SecurityCommentary
Wisdom Should Prevail Over Panic: Solution to Ebola in US Isn’t Banning Travel
A first case of Ebola has hit the United States, resulting in concerns and questions about containing the virus and keeping it out of the… Read More
