China’s Reach for More Economic Stimulus Amounts to a Confession of Failure
Commentary Beijing has admitted failure, even if it refuses to use the word. This is actually the second such confession in the past six months. The first one came earlier…
McCarthy says Trump ‘stronger today than in 2016’ after doubting his ability to win earlier – as it happened
Republican House speaker backtracked on comments made earlier where he questioned if the ex-president is the best GOP nominee for 2024 Sign up to receive First Thing – our daily…
An Opportunity From Russia: The Wagner Rebellion
Commentary The Wagner Group, an international Russian paramilitary organization led by Yevgeny Prigozhin, mutinied on June 23–24. Wagner fighters reportedly occupied two military bases, including in the southern Russian city…
Meaningful Superhero Movies Like ‘The Flash’ Shine Amid Hollywood’s Formulaic Film Overkill
‘The Flash’ balances frivolity with a thoughtful narrative that asks more of the hero than simply figuring out how to defeat the bad guy.
Growing China-Middle East Economic Ties Cannot be Ignored
Commentary The fireworks were flying during the recent China and Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) summit in Riyadh. Several high profile business deals were announced between the Chinese Communist Party (CCP)…
DeSantis And Trump Take Different Positions Over Whether House Should Impeach AG Merrick Garland
Former President Donald Trump and Florida Governor Ron DeSantis — the two leading candidates for the Republican Party presidential nomination — took different stances this week on whether the House…
Republican executive blogged about ‘conversion therapy’ for extremist group
Mark Trammell wrote posts in 2013 and 2014 for Liberty Counsel, a far-right group on a ‘crusade to strip LGBTQ people of their rights’ The executive director of a Republican-linked…
The Rise of India
Commentary Despite a number of structural disadvantages, India will likely rival China in terms of global power. This year, India hosted the G-20 conference, which Indian leaders see as recognition…
Polls Show Americans Want Businesses To Put Away Pride Flags And Stay Out Of Politics
Data indicates Americans generally want cultural neutrality from businesses and think LGBT themes harm children.