Brandon Showalter
Opinion writer and social commentator
Brandon M. Showalter is a journalist and podcaster with The Christian Post who has reported extensively on topics of theological interest in the Church; bioethics issues such as euthanasia, assisted suicide, artificial reproductive technology, and surrogacy; and the developments of the "gender identity" movement and transgender ideology.
He was first inspired to pursue into a career in writing and journalism while mopping floors and scrubbing toilets as a church custodian in April 2015.
He earned a bachelor's degree in international studies and Spanish from Bridgewater College of Virginia in 2007, a Master of Arts in human rights from The Catholic University of America in 2022, and is a fellow of the John Jay Institute for Faith, Society, & Law. He is also a graduate (class of 2015) of a three-year, non-degree program at Bethel School of Ministry in Redding, California.
His favorite thing to do in life is to sing.
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ISIS Slaughters 43 Palm Sunday Worshipers in Egypt
The Islamic State terror group claimed responsibility for two bombings of Palm Sunday worship services at two Coptic churches in Egypt, killing 43, drawing strong condemnation from leaders everywhere.
California State University Hosts Animal Sex Fetish 'Furries vs. Pet Play' at 'Gaypril' Event
California State University in San Marcos will be sponsoring a discussion on various types of animal-based sex fetishes as part of a celebration of LGBT pride.
Will Opioid Epidemic Get Worse Under Trump?
America's opioid crisis has come to the fore of national politics, with talk of skyrocketing addiction rates, deaths by overdoses, and "carnage," as some wonder if the drug problems can be solved under President Donald Trump.
Financial Management Company's Pro-Life-Themed Ad Goes Viral
An Iowa-based investment management company's ad featuring pro-life themes is going viral, receiving over 1.5 million hits in less than a month.
Princeton Prof. Claims Raping Man With Cerebral Palsy OK if He Doesn't Understand 'Consent'
A tenured Ivy League professor who defends infanticide and bestiality as ethical acts is suggesting that because a mentally disabled person cannot understand the concept of consent to sex, raping that person might not be wrong.
Norway Evangelicals Withdrawing From Franklin Graham Festival Because of Trump Support?
Franklin Graham's backing of President Donald Trump and his policy stances on refugees and immigration have offended conservative evangelical groups in Europe. Leading evangelicals and churches in Norway are reportedly withdrawing from a "revival festival" in late 2017 in Oslo where the renowned evangelist is scheduled to speak.
Are Christians Assigned Only One Guardian Angel? John Piper Says No
A prominent Reformed theologian is highlighting the role that angels play in the life of believing Christians, arguing against the idea that every Christian has only one guardian angel assigned to him or her.
Trump Defunds UN Population Fund Tied to Forced Abortions; Pro-Lifers Elated
The United States is ending its support for a United Nations entity that promotes abortion overseas, the State Department has announced. Pro-life leaders are praising President Trump for the move.
Prison Fellowship, ACLU, NAACP Fight 'Immoral' Prison System, Launch 'Second Chance Month' for Prisoners
A diverse coalition of leaders are uniting to combat problems in the criminal justice system, designating April as "Second Chance Month" for the 1 in 4 Americans adults who have a criminal record.
Is Leftism Now a Religion?
Influential writers whose opinions span the spectrum are now saying that leftism has become a kind of fundamentalist religion in light of attacks against speakers promoting viewpoints that do not mirror their own.
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