May 29 2023
 
Good morning from Washington, where the Left is trying to remake America through a full-fledged Cultural Revolution. Victor Davis Hanson breaks it down. Tyler O’Neil shares insights from the National Religious Broadcasters Convention, and the highlights of Sen. Josh Hawley’s speech, which focused on the Left’s assault on God. Terris Todd rebukes President Joe Biden’s disgusting speech painting black college graduates as victims. Plus: Anthony Kim breaks down Liz Truss’ remarks on Taiwan, and Tim Graham exposes the Left’s double standard on racism. On this date in 1703, Peter the Great founds the city of St. Petersburg, giving Russia access to the Baltic Sea and paving the way for Russia’s ultimate victory in the Great Northern War. The Soviets rename St. Petersburg Leningrad for nearly 70 years, but it becomes St. Petersburg once more in 1991. 
 
 
 
COMMENTARY
Why Panicked Left-Wing Ruling Elites Fear Revival of Self-Government
By Jarrett Stepman

Our corrupted institutions fear that the American people are taking back their birthright—that is, taking back the concept of self-government.
COMMENTARY
How Blacks’ Experience in Idaho Differs From National Narrative
By Arthur Goldberg

Idaho is the only state in the nation where blacks earn more than whites, and their income also tops that of all other races and ethnic groups.
COMMENTARY
In Praise of Americans Who Have Given Their All
By Dakota Wood

People are the heart of a nation’s strength, especially those comparatively few who step forward to serve their community and their country in military service.
COMMENTARY
Why Junior ROTC Programs in US High Schools Are Needed Now More Than Ever
By Thomas Spoehr, Isaac Tang

At a time when U.S. history and civics knowledge among American teenagers is in rapid decline, the education provided through Junior ROTC is especially impactful.
NEWS
Policies for Taiwan, Against Uyghur Genocide Win Bipartisan Backing in House Panel on China
By Samantha Aschieris

“We won’t turn a blind eye as the [Chinese Communist Party] commits genocide,” say Reps. Mike Gallagher, R-Wis., and Raja Krishnamoorthi, D-Ill.
ANALYSIS
The Fight to Prevent Veteran Suicide
By Virginia Allen

Air Force veteran Jim Lorraine, founder of America’s Warrior Partnership, opens up about the scourge of veteran suicide and tells you how to fight back.
NEWS
Parents Take School Board to Court for Assigning LGBTQ Books Without Their Consent
By Gigi De La Torre

Six Maryland parents of different religious backgrounds sue over their children being forced to read LGBTQ “pride” books without parental knowledge or consent.
COMMENTARY
Kentucky Democrat Who Lost Bid to Unseat McConnell Fined $10K for Ethics Violations
By Hans von Spakovsky

The commission, in a unanimous vote, fines Alison Grimes $10,000 for abusing “her position and influence” to provide 18 Democratic candidates with official, confidential voter lists.
COMMENTARY
ICYMI: The Left Is Waging a Full-Fledged Cultural Revolution
By Victor Davis Hanson

The Left is waging a full-fledged cultural revolution against traditional America. And the Maoist results are often as absurd as they are terrifying.
 
     
 
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