Jul 10, 2019
Good morning from Washington, where the flag ripples over scores of government buildings. Star Parker explains why Nike is wrong to see the Betsy Ross flag as an emblem of racism. Should Christian student groups be able to have Christian leaders? Nicole Russell looks at an important court case. Plus: Kevin Mooney on the impact of a pivotal Supreme Court case, and Rachel Greszler warns against another bailout. Let’s hear it for the Cowboy State: One hundred and twenty-nine years ago today, Wyoming became the 44th state to join the union.
A Year After the Supreme Court Rules Against Unions, What’s Changed
The Janus ruling affects about 5 million government employees in 22 states who no longer are required either to join a union or pay union fees as a condition of employment.
I'm Black and I Think US Flag Stands for Freedom, Not Racism
Betsy Ross, the seamstress who made America's first flag, was born into a family of Quakers and was educated in Quaker schools. The Quakers were the first group in America to formally protest slavery and the slave trade.
Labor Secretary Feeling Heat as He Defends Plea Deal in 2008 Epstein Prosecution
President Trump calls Acosta a “great” labor secretary, but says his administration will “look at [the matter] very carefully.”
As Iran Inches Closer to Nuclear Weapon, What US Can Do
Iran is forging ahead with its nuclear program. So what’s the best way to keep Iran from getting nuclear weapons? Luke Coffey of The Heritage Foundation has some ideas.
Senate Resolution Cautions Against Federal Bailout of Fiscally Irresponsible States
If states want to make good on their obligations, many will have to drastically increase taxes, severely cut services, or default on their debts and lose access to credit. So it’s only a matter of time before state policymakers seek a federal bailout.
Organizations for Journalists Largely Quiet on Andy Ngo Attack
Multiple organizations that aim to protect freedom of the press and journalists have not released statements on the Andy Ngo attack in Portland, Oregon, more than a week ago.
This Christian Student Group Was Discriminated Against. It Could Soon Be Vindicated.
A Christian student group at Wayne State University will ask a federal court on Wednesday to require public universities to treat religious student groups equally to other campus groups.
Faculty leaders of the University of California consider certain statements racist microaggressions: "America is a melting pot"; "America is the land of opportunity"; and "Everyone can succeed in this society, if they work hard enough."
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