Three decades after his death, the Sage of Mecosta lives on.
In the wrong hands, it can easily lead to endless and perverse questioning of everything.
Seven decades later, we are still drawing from the work of conservatives in 1953.
Conservatives’ political victories need to be matched by the power to shape minds and lives.
The moment of unity following the death of Elizabeth II reminds us of the importance of honoring our own political traditions.
Rights, for good or ill, are only as secure as the public’s long-run commitment to them.
Literature gives us not only ideas but also moral experiences—including experiences of what we are warned against.
Religious faith and a robust patriotism defeated tyranny and won the Cold War. They can defeat today’s illiberal elites and win the war for America’s soul.
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