John Horvat II 
As the Ukraine war rages, several myths circulate that do more damage on the battlefield than drones and weapons. These misconceptions aim to discourage Ukraine and diminish Western support. One such myth is that American public opinion is opposed to the war. Some media have managed to create the impression that Americans … Read more
The news has spread nationwide that the Satanic Grotto is planning to hold a Black Mass at the Kansas State Capitol Building in Topeka on March 28. The group has been banned from the rotunda and the Capitol grounds. However, it now says it will defy authorities and enter the State Capitol … Read more
The new administration announced that the U.S. Mint will stop producing the penny coin. The penny, a mainstay piece of American currency, costs too much to produce. Treasury officials say it takes 3.7 cents to make the copper-coated coin. Thus, the nickel will eventually become the lowest denomination to make change. The … Read more
It is trendy to cite Church teaching when commenting on political affairs and foreign policy. The added authority of the Catholic Church gives force, certainty and credibility to political opinions. Thus, these citations find their way into the Ukrainian war debate. As Russia’s war of unjust aggression against Ukraine rages on, officials … Read more
Planned Parenthood has few more ardent supporters than The New York Times. The paper has favorably chronicled the infamous actions of the nation’s largest provider of procured abortion for decades. Its editorial page consistently supports the organization under the pretext of its promotion of “reproductive rights.” Thus, things must really be getting … Read more
For society to work normally, there must exist an order, which can be defined as a state where things are arranged and function according to their nature and purpose. “Order is the first need of the soul,” writes Russell Kirk. “Freedom, justice, law and virtue are all very important, but order is … Read more
When recently asked to give a talk, I recalled how many liberals begin their talks by making land acknowledgment statements. A sample statement might read: We wish to acknowledge that we gather together to study at [woke university] on lands that have been stewarded through many centuries by the ancestors and descendants … Read more
The crisis inside the Catholic Church has turned everything upside down. Tired of liturgical renovations, many Catholics are looking for more traditional expressions of worship. Others lament the “feminization” of some progressive services and seek out less emotional and more affirmative models of faith. Tragically, these searches sometimes lead outside the Church. … Read more
We live in a Facebook world where everyone seeks to impress. However, most people are content to leave a superficial impact that takes little effort. Indeed, authentic greatness requires too much of a lifelong struggle for such trivial souls. Instead, they look to leave some legacy that might consist of a gift … Read more
Like all laws, immigration law is very succinct and specific. It defines the conditions under which a person can successfully enter and stay in America. By being very exact, it ensures that all people are treated fairly, which minimizes injustice. With the coming crackdown on illegal immigrants, some Catholics are advising these … Read more