Dec 24, 2018
Good morning from Washington, where the shutdown continues. This Christmas Eve, we have the heartwarming story of how one man, thanks to the efforts of a Christian organization, is getting back on his feet after losing it all. At the end of last week, President Trump signed a monumental criminal justice reform bill. John Malcolm and John-Michael Seibler break down why this is a conservative victory. Plus: Jim Phillips on what we need to know about the new Syria approach, and Lee Edwards recounts Ronald Reagan’s Christmas wisdom. We wish you and your families a merry Christmas. We’ll be back Wednesday.
How He’s Beating Homelessness Without Government Help
George Opudo used to drive for Uber. Picking up and dropping off customers at Union Station in Washington, just steps away from the U.S. Capitol, he’d look at homeless people and think: “That’d never be me.”
Trump and Congress Earn a Conservative Victory With First Step Act
The federal prison population has increased by more than 850 percent since 1980, while federal prison spending has risen from $330 million a year to more than $7 billion a year.
What We Can Learn From Reagan About Celebrating Christmas
In his final Christmas tree message in December 1988, Reagan said that none of us need feel lonely because “we are loved with the greatest love there has ever been or ever will be.”
Mick Mulvaney Says ‘Very Possible’ Partial Government Shutdown Goes Into New Year
“It’s very possible this shutdown will go beyond the 28th and into the new Congress,” the incoming White House chief of staff says.
Key Questions Remain Unanswered About Trump’s New Syria Policy
The U.S. has an interest in ensuring the security of allies such as Israel, Jordan, Turkey, and Iraq; minimizing Iranian influence; and preventing another wave of Syrian refugees.
6 Gifts for the Supreme Court Fanatic in Your Life
“I Like the Strong Silent Type” T-shirt for those who like Justice Clarence Thomas, who is well known for rarely speaking on the bench, unlike his colleagues, who often bombard lawyers with questions during oral arguments.
We Hear You: Bringing Back Values That Made America Great
“I really didn’t appreciate George H.W. Bush when he was president, but he was a good, decent man who genuinely tried to lead America for all Americans,” writes Edward Buatois.
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