John Horvat II 
Everyone should have the right to a culture. That means a unique and authentic way of expressing oneself inside a place and community. Unfortunately, this right has long been denied. This denial is especially evident in the world of fashion. Gone are the days when dress reflected a vibrant perception of oneself … Read more
Since it is not in power, the American left would seem to have all the advantages in the coming elections. It can blame higher costs, world instability and other problems on the right. The liberal media are on the offensive, highlighting every problem relentlessly. However, the momentum is not on either side. … Read more
The issue is time. Daylight Saving Time. Congress is again attempting to make it permanent. If made law, there will be no more falling back and springing forward on the calendar. We will forever prolong the day with an additional hour of artificially perceived sunlight in the evening and languish in the … Read more
Not so long ago, the acronym ESG was trendy in investment markets. The woke thing to do was to invest in ESG-friendly funds. Their popularity promised a maximum return on investment with a commitment to woke ideals. ESG stands for investing in corporations based on environmental, social and corporate-governance factors. By adopting … Read more
Back in 1988, the American Society for the Defense of Tradition, Family and Property (TFP) joined other Christian organizations to protest against a blasphemous film called “The Last Temptation of Christ.” The production caused outrage by attacking the person of Our Lord Jesus Christ in ways never before seen. The protests against … Read more
This year, we celebrate the 250th year of our nation’s birth. Over all those years, we have lived, suffered and triumphed together. We have known good times and bad. Overall, we have much to show for our efforts. Never has a more prosperous nation existed in history. It helps that God gave … Read more
Socialists in America have a big problem: most of them are not very social. Indeed, friendly conservatives have come to represent the working class, and aloof pseudo-elites have donned the socialist mantle. The left is not connecting with the American public, which is leaving some socialists concerned. “Why has the U.S. right … Read more
Steven Spielberg’s Disclosure Day comes at a strange time in America’s history. As the nation nears the 250th anniversary of its birth, it faces polarization, not unity, recriminations, not celebration. The worst thing is that there seems to be no human way out of this mess. People are grasping for desperate solutions. … Read more
One is struck by the great diversity of topics in Pope Leo XIV’s first encyclical, Magnifica humanitas. Mention of human dignity, dehumanization, just war theory, social justice and transhumanism are significant yet abstract subjects. They are very theoretical and do not address how AI affects the lives of Catholics in the real … Read more
Many classes have come and gone over the years, but the one thing that stands out about the Class of 2026 is that it stands out. Some defining characteristics of the stand out class of 2026 make it different and special. Of course, not all Gen Z graduates stand out; most do … Read more