You Can’t Just Do What’s Popular
Yes, politicians who want to win should adopt popular progressive policies. But we need to be willing to push public opinion and not just follow it.
Nazis on Aisle Nine
A disturbing number of consumer products have historic ties to the Third Reich. Why have these companies been allowed to stay in business?
- by Alex Skopic
Don’t You Dare Blame Harris’s Loss on the Left
Some prominent pundits are trying to blame “woke” for the Democrats’ embarrassing defeat. It won't work.
Why Does Governor Jeff Landry Insist on Torturing Tigers?
When you can’t—or won’t—solve any of your state’s real problems, being cruel to animals is a perfect distraction.
- by Alex Skopic
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