Can America Be Great If There Aren’t Enough Americans?

Can America Be Great If There Aren’t Enough Americans?

For many, American greatness is measured by its industrial might. However, a much more critical factor must be considered. America can only be great if there are enough Americans to keep the country running. In this regard, current trends are ominous. In 2023, the U.S. Census Bureau projected the likely direction of the U.S. population … Read more

Inspiring Courage: Saint John Neumann’s Stand Against Anti-Catholic Persecution

Inspiring Courage: Saint John Neumann’s Stand Against Anti-Catholic Persecution

As a priest, missionary, pastor and bishop, Saint John Nepomucene Neumann (1811-1860) frequently confronted anti-Catholic persecution. Catholic thinker and man of action Prof. Plinio Corrêa de Oliveira made many commentaries on this aspect of American history and the role of Saint John Neumann in fighting against this persecution. The Brazilian author of the work Revolution … Read more

What Motivates Putin and His War?

What Motivates Putin and His War?

Many Americans tend to frame foreign policy debates according to Western standards. They assume the other side sees events just like Americans. They imagine key figures are motivated by the same passions and ambitions that Westerners might pursue. It is hard to think outside the Western box that has dominated world history for so long. … Read more

Why Does the Left Want to Scrap the Constitution?

Why Does the Left Want to Scrap the Constitution?

For years, reforming the Constitution has been a misguided conservative issue. Downplaying the danger of a runaway convention, impatient conservatives have campaigned to ask the states to call a Constitutional Convention (Con-Con) to consider reforms and amendments that might address their many legitimate concerns. Now, liberals are appearing on the reform horizon, calling for major … Read more

A Sigh of Relief for Avoiding a Train Wreck Election

A Sigh of Relief for Avoiding a Train Wreck Election

Absorbing the surprising results of the November 2024 general election, the immediate sensation was one of relief. The media had prepared the country for a razor-close contest for president and Congress. Many did not expect an immediate outcome and thought the results would be both contested and take days to resolve. Fortunately, the winners received … Read more