War Possibilities
Written by John F. McManus
Let’s go back to 2002 and look at what one highly credentialed person was saying as our country was preparing to wage war against Iraq. We do so because some high officials of the U.S. government seem determined to launch another conflict, this time with Iran.
In terms of language, culture, ethnicity, history, geography, America has no more natural ally across the sea than Great Britain. The unfortunate circumstances of Sir Kim’s departure do not cancel out that American interest.
Our Free Speech Crisis
Written by Walter E. Williams
I am afraid that too many of my fellow Americans are hostile to the principles of liberty. Most people want liberty for themselves. I differ. I want liberty for me and liberty for my fellow man.
A group of billionaires recently signed a letter asking for more taxes on themselves. Signed by 19 of America’s most wealthy, the letter actually asked the government to hit them harder.
On the Far Left, Elizabeth Warren
Written by John F. McManus
Asked about virtually anything while campaigning, Warren answers, “I have a plan.”
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Since the Democratic debates in June, the tide seems to have receded for the party and its presidential hopefuls.
“Make America great again” has become a rallying cry. But do we as a people really know what makes greatness?
Reparations for Slavery
Written by Walter E. Williams
Several Democratic presidential hopefuls are calling for Americans to make reparations for slavery. Does this make any sense?
Completed in 1925, the “Peace Cross” in Bladensburg, Maryland, commemorates the 49 men from their area who had paid the ultimate price during World War I.
Neoconservatives Like to Use War
Written by John F. McManus
Among reelection strategies employed by leaders of nations, none can top winning a war. A victory over some enemy, even a hapless nobody, gains real support. If a winnable conflict can’t be arranged, successfully pressuring a real or imagined enemy to resign is next in line.
Black Education Decline
Written by Walter E. Williams
New York Mayor Bill de Blasio says that the city’s specialized high schools have a diversity problem. I bet you can easily guess what they will do to “improve” the racial mix of students (aka diversity).