Ideas Still Have Consequences
by John M. HowtingCultural traditions are more important to man than GDP. They give him a sense of the transcendent, affirm his place in a hierarchy, and create a sense of “we” and “us.” Continue Reading »
American Legion and the Establishment Clause
by Mark MovsesianThe American Legion v. American Humanist Association creates a chance for the Court to restore predictability and common sense to its Establishment Clause jurisprudence. Continue Reading »
Avoiding Another Roman Fiasco In February
by George WeigelIt is urgent that the issues at hand be properly defined before Pope Francis's February 2019 meeting. Continue Reading »
A Grand Betrayal
by Catherine LaffertyThere are times when some form of public protest, no matter how small, must be made against oppression. Continue Reading »
Celebrity Theologian
by Robert BenneThose concerned about the reality TV-star in the White House should be even more alarmed at the popularity of Bolz-Weber, the celebrity theologian. Continue Reading »
Angels of Advent
by Peter J. LeithartThe hosts of heaven proclaim the good news that in Jesus mankind has reached its destiny. Continue Reading »
Lord, You Know It All
by Dan HitchensConversion stories remind us that God understands us better than we understand ourselves. Continue Reading »
Cleansed and Conformed to God’s Will
by George WeigelThat the Church needs cleansing is not much in doubt as Advent 2018 dawns. Continue Reading »
Sasse’s Case for Anti-Tribes
by Timothy LangSasse’s description of America's many ills is accurate, but his overall argument about the state of our politics is too broad. Continue Reading »
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