A "new" morality is emerging in America. David Brooks, in the New York Times, coined it: "The Shame Culture." I find the description apt. I use the word new with air quotes because, as Solomon so famously wrote in Ecclesiastes, "there is nothing new under the sun." The same is … [Read more...]
Defend the Rights of Others
There are two unrelated news stories that make, I believe, the same point: defending the rights of your neighbor, even if you disagree with that neighbor, is important. This is a foundational concept that gets lost far too often. The first event I want to discuss is the tragic … [Read more...]
An Oath to Keep
Last week, something happened at a Donald Trump rally I have never seen in American politics. Nor would I believed it if you told me. What follows is a report of the rally: … [Read more...]
The Spirit of George Washington
George Washington, despite having served over 200 years ago, remains one of the greatest Presidents in United States history. Most great leaders are known for their accomplishments. Washington is different, he is known for both his great acts and his humility in not abusing … [Read more...]
The Morning After South Carolina
In the movie Gladiator, there is a scene between two Roman Senators, Falco and Gracchus, before a gladiator match in the Coliseum. The new Caesar of Rome, who killed his father to become Caesar, is using gladiator games to divert public attention away from poverty and his … [Read more...]