According to the President’s political ideology, the things government must do are legion. To do them, however, it is necessary to abrogate the limits imposed by the Constitution. Of course, that is not something the President says publicly.   Read the rest of this entry »

Without the courage demonstrated by Truman, the bravery of the air crews and the philanthropy of an exceptional people, freedom might be only a memory today in most, if not all of Europe. Richard Reeves tells the incredible story of the Berlin Airlift.   Read the rest of this entry »

A "light"-hearted look at the rank corruption in the Obama administration.   Read the rest of this entry »

The Founders emphasized that the system they constructed requires a virtuous people. Constitution Day, September 17,th, seems a good time to take stock of whether, in the third century of our founding, “the vigilant and manly spirit” which nourishes freedom still prevails.   Read the rest of this entry »

10 years after the horrific events of that September morning, the world trade center towers remain a memory only. Most adults remember where they were when they learned of the event.   Read the rest of this entry »

William Nester’s book explores the roots of America’s unique political culture. Readers will understand why America is not like Greece or Iran.   Read the rest of this entry »

This is a brightly colored and aesthetically appealing book. It is based on the admirable premise that children should learn about America’s founding ideals.   Read the rest of this entry »

Constitutional Illusions and Anchoring Truths is as advertized, as thought-provoking as it is a beguiling. Readers, however, are forewarned that while they will be greatly rewarded by what they learn, they also may be dismayed to find that those whose task it is to find the way to justice are sometimes in need of a moral compass.   Read the rest of this entry »

In a 1980 article published in the Rockford Papers, Leopold Tyrmand made the following 3 assertions: “the American communication media are authoritarian ingredients in a democratic society;” “they affect our foreign policy in a fashion which throws doubt on their loyalty;” “they create a sociocultural climate which is detrimental to democratic civilization.” At the time, he might have appeared either prescient or paranoid. A more recent study of liberal bias in the press appears to vindicate his contentions.   Read the rest of this entry »

Marc Leepson’s extraordinary talent as a storyteller is matched by his prowess as a researcher. In Saving Monticello, Leepson has corrected the historical record and added to it. Thanks to his extensive research and raconteur’s skill, the past has been restored in a history that reads like a novel.   Read the rest of this entry »