National gratitude is a virtue but only if wisely calculated and directed, based at least partly on intent. 

Contemporary America is superior to a single day under Franco, communist East Germany, or any dictator.   

Claims about a dark “deep state” 50 years ago or now distract from addressing an always more challenging reality.

America is a Judaic nation whose principles trace to the Hebrews scriptures.

Reinhold Niebuhr would recognize the nuances that this documentary chose to ignore.  

A statecraft dreaming that a great nation can be in the world but not of it is both hubristic and self-righteous.

Strong faith is no substitute for or guarantee of political good judgment.

May our Congress always welcome leaders who fight for liberty.

Another potential Armenian genocide is unfolding right before our eyes. What are we doing to prevent it?