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King Charles Is Failing to Defend the Faith

King Charles, as Defender of the Faith (Fidei Defensor), ought to show special concern for Christianity’s place in Britain. Instead, he has embraced a broad pluralism without theological foundation, seeking to please everyone.

The Necessity of NATO in the Arctic

Setting aside damage caused by Trump’s attempts to coerce Denmark into surrendering Greenland, one bright side has been a newly heightened awareness of the arctic for NATO security

Ep. 107 | Japanese History and the US-Japan Alliance

Will Japan revise its constitution by expanding the role of its military to counter China? Joshua Walker, President of the Japan Society, joins Editor Diddams to discuss the uniquely important U.S-Japan relationship since 1853

The War to End All Wars Was Won on a Cross

On Easter, we recall that the hope of lasting peace lies not in human institutions, but in the risen Christ.

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The Holy Week Reader—Friday: Kavod! The Weight of Glory

Peter Paul Ruben’s extraordinary “Raising of the Cross” helps reflect on Divine love, human flourishing, and the weight of glory.

Anton Chekhov’s “The Student”: A Manifesto for Easter Optimism

On Good Friday, Anton Chekhov’s classic short story, “The Student,” bears revisiting as a tale of transition from near blasphemous pessimism to luminous optimism for the future

The Iran War Is in America’s Interests

Contra those opponents of the conflict who claim that it is a product of religious, civilizational, or foreign influence, the war is directly in line with America’s core national interests

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The Holy Week Reader—Thursday: Go and Do Likewise

Maundy Thursday has much to say both about the location of human flourishing and the role violence might play in it.

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The Holy Week Reader—Wednesday: Volo Ut Sis

Christ’s treatment of Judas, despite his betrayal, illustrates the Divine Love that was willing to bring human beings into being despite the risks. Because that’s what love does.

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