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  Jun 29, 2018

  The Overturning of Roe v. Wade and the Possibility of Cultural Change

  Within hours of Justice Kennedy announcing his imminent retirement, voices on the left began announcing the imminent overturning of Roe v. Wade.

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  Jun 28, 2018

  Did the Supreme Court Grant a Religious Rights Victory to Florist Barronelle Stutzman?

  How should we evaluate the Supreme Court's decision to send back Barronelle Stutzman's case to the Washington Supreme Court? Did they merely punt the case farther down the field? Or is this another victory for religious rights?

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  Jun 27, 2018

  Reflections on the Passing of Charles Krauthammer and the Meaning of Conservatism

  Charles Krauthammer's passing was made even more poignant in light of the letter he penned shortly before his death. His clear words before leaving this world were a testament to his courage and character. His passing also gives us pause to revisit the question of the meaning of conservatism.

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  Jun 26, 2018

  Maxine Waters: Is This Really the America You Want?

  Rep. Waters, are you sure want this kind of America? Are you sure you want this new civil war (or, should I say, new war on civility)?

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  Jun 22, 2018

  Thoughts on Crying Babies, Dying Babies and Media Deception

  The technique is proven and effective. Put a moving, highly effective, propagandistic photo on the front page (or cover) of your story. Cause a moral outrage in the public. Then, several days (or even weeks) later, print a retraction somewhere in the middle of your publication where few will find it: "We regret publishing a picture with a misleading caption." It works like a charm!

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  Jun 20, 2018

  Quoting the Bible, Jeff Sessions, and a Warning About What's Coming Next

  The purpose of this article is not to discuss the current immigration controversy. I am not here to take a partisan, political position, nor do I want to bash or defend President Trump. And my goal is not to get into a lengthy treatment of Romans 13, quoted by Attorney General Jeff Sessions with reference to our immigration policies. Instead, I'm here to issue a warning on what's coming next. Prepare for the next onslaught against the Bible.

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  Jun 19, 2018

  Do Moral Values Change With the Times?

  One of the most common objections I hear to biblical morality is short, succinct, and to the point: "It's 2018!" In other words, "How can you believe in such outdated values in this day and age?" But do morals change the way technology changes?

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  Jun 19, 2018

  Canada's Supreme Court Rules Against the Bible

  In effect, what the court declared is that universities must choose between biblical standards and accreditation. Put another way, the court ruled that Christianity and higher education are incompatible. I am not exaggerating in the least.

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  Jun 18, 2018

  Once Again, the UN Raises Its Anti-Semitic Head

  It is one thing to bring fair criticisms against Israel. It is another thing to single out Israel for unrelenting, biased, and unfair criticism. And when an individual or organization continually treats Israel unfairly and brings false accusations against the nation, that individual or organization has gone beyond anti-Zionism.

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  Jun 17, 2018

  When You Get Death Wishes for Sharing Biblical Truth With Love

  I was attacked for rebuking a radical-right pastor who rejoices when gays are killed. You would think, then, that our tolerant LGBT friends would appreciate my approach. Not a chance! To them, I'm a homophobe of the worst kind.