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Is Our Body Perfectly Designed? — Stuart Burgess

Stuart Burgess, an award-winning engineer, argues that biological systems surpass even the best human engineering. As detailed in his book, the human body exhibits “Ultimate Engineering” that operates at near-perfect physical limits. Using examples like synovial fluid, the human foot, and the heart, Burgess explains how biological performance far exceeds human technology and cannot be explained by evolutionary processes. Read More ›
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Next Gen Missile Defense Can Enforce Trump’s Iran Redlines

Critics of President Donald Trump’s recently signed memorandum with Iran worry about future Iranian cheating, particularly after Trump leaves office. As a hedge against cheating, the president has kept a formidable array of naval and air power nearby — a force clearly capable of retaliating against Iranian missile launches or other violations of current or future agreements. But there’s another, more preventative enforcement mechanism he might consider.  Read More ›
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WASHINGTON, DC - JULY 1st: U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins makes an entrance into the Rodeo 250 arena during the Great American State Fair on July 1st, 2026 in Washington, DC. The event is part of the nationwide America 250 celebration honoring the country's upcoming 250th anniversary. Running from June 24 to July 10 and stretching from the U.S. Capitol to the Washington Monument, the world's fair-style celebration highlights the critical role of American farmers and the importance of agricultural education for youth. The festival features pavilions from all 50 states and six U.S. territories, live concerts, a 110-foot Ferris wheel, a carousel, and a rodeo pen showcasing livestock and horses. (Photo by Brien Aho)
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U.S. Founders’ Gift to the 2026 Republicans

Two summer events may give a lift to the Republicans' chances in the coming midterm elections. First is the patriotic feelings evoked by the nationwide 250th Anniversary of America's founding in 1776. Second is the World Cup soccer matches held mainly around the U.S. that have foreigners expressing delight in everyday experiences that the locals tend to take for granted. Read More ›
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America’s Best Days Are Still Ahead

With the 250th anniversary of our nation upon us, many are reflecting on the past while also considering the future. What makes America unique? Where is the great American experiment headed? Are our best days behind us? Is America doomed to decline? Despite all America has overcome and achieved in the past, many people hold a pessimistic outlook for our nation’s future. Read More ›
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The Twin Pillars of Constitutional Thought with Steve Meyer and Kerby Anderson

Stephen C. Meyer and Kerby Anderson discuss how America’s founders were shaped by a richly theistic, largely Christian worldview that emphasized both human dignity (as bearers of God’s image) and human depravity. Read More ›
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Appalachia’s Opportunity Gap Is an Education Gap — and It’s Time to Fix It

Across 423 counties in 13 states, 26 million Americans live with a persistent opportunity gap. It’s not because of a lack of effort, talent, or community commitment, but because big government systems meant to serve them have failed to deliver. At the center of that failure is education. Read More ›