China's minority problem is a global problem
A moral voice is a terrible thing to lose. And yet, America’s national debt is producing collateral damage.
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Flipper Peters for Senate
“Peters has always presented himself as a reasonable business candidate, even as he votes left,” says Michigan political analyst Bill Ballenger. “It’s a total sham.”
Congressman Camp's quest for tax reform
We should develop a tax code that will create a free and prosperous society – not one that satisfies special interest groups.
Children with guns and the limits of the Second Amendment
Who gives a gun to a five-year old? And who makes such a gun? Is it illegal?
The Wisecracker: Separated at birth?
The Wicked Witch of the East: Believes her sons were “set up” by the U.S.
Call me maybe, President Obama?
The fact that the President of the United States thought it was appropriate to praise Jason Collins’ statement reveals the cultural dilemma.
Jason Collins' impeccable qualifications
Collins “outing” this week also was a refreshing glimpse into sports meritocracy.
Boston bombing: The public defender problem
Would it make more sense for the court to require Tsarnaev’s family to pony up the cash for a defense attorney?
Celebrate diversity? Not in the media
There is much clucking in mainstream media circles about what a horrible thing a Koch-owned newspaper would be for the fate of civilization.
Sequestration: Rep. Forlini swings and misses
In fact, the air traffic controller furloughs were not carefully planned by the Obama Administration.