Is there a Moral Truth or is morality simply relative? How we look at the world in other fields might enlighten us on this question.
Can We Find An Objective Moral Truth?
134. How to Defend America
How do we defend the American republic? Our first President had some great advice in his farewell address. Hear what Washington prescribed and how it's still relevant.
No Virtue Without Liberty
Does liberty play a role in ethical action? I believe that liberty is necessary for attaining virtue. This article explains why.
The Good Steward [Guest Blog]
Another great post today from @TheVMPod. It's an insightful article into what it means and what it takes to be a good steward. Read more --> The Good Steward [Guest Blog]
The True Image of Courage [Guest Blog]
It's been great collaborating with Stephen and Bryan at @TheVMPod. Here's a great post, originally from their site (linked in comment below) for you to learn more about Courage and its modern portrayals. Read more --> The True Image of Courage
Attaining Virtue Through Practical Wisdom
Virtue, it is said, lies in the Mean. This post will help you know how to find the straight and narrow path of virtue by giving you the tools to properly assessing your situation.
Guns Aren’t The Problem, But The Solution
DEBATE: In light of the recent shooting, it seemed necessary to explain both the principal and philosophy behind the 2nd Amendment and the pragmatic and utilitarian arguments in favor of it.
Modern Feminism Is A Negative Influence On Women
Feminism began as a fight for equal treatment. However, it has devolved into angry shouting, mistreatment of women, replicating masculine traits and turned against individualism.
The Mean: What It Is And Why It Matters
Understand better how the discussion of the Mean forebodes the differences in Eastern and Western civilizations despite coming to the same conclusions on virtue and vice.
What Good Are Tax Cuts Without Spending Cuts?
In reality, most of the "cuts" in the senate bill are just accounting maneuvers to keep everything budget neutral. There are a couple important questions to ask about this bill.
What does this do to actually reduce the percentage of income that goes to taxes?
Where are these tax dollars going?
Will the spending and budget reflect the lowered tax rate, or will it simply continue?
Beware Of The Use Of Dichotomies
Which do you like better: Coke or Pepsi? There's little doubt that you have one, even if you aren't a soda drinker, you have a favorite. It's a marketing trick that is used all the time; make the choice between two options. Rather than Coke vs. every other drink you could have, they make your... Continue Reading →
2017: Where Kids Can Choose Their Gender, But Not Their Halloween Costume
It wasn’t long ago when kids were kids. They could play with sticks, jump from trees, ride their bikes and be free to have fun. They didn’t have to worry about their identity, rather they were allowed to enjoy the wonder that’s inherent to childhood. Now, all of that is eroding. Parents are there to... Continue Reading →
Truth And Why Postmodernism Is Wrong
The debate around truth is an age-old discussion about whether it is objective or subjective. For centuries, even millennia, philosophers have argued both sides of the nature of truth. The scientific revolution and Enlightenment were game-changers in this debate as the world started building a paradigm on the assumption of Objective Truth. Objective Truth The... Continue Reading →
#MeToo And The Fallacy Of Hashtag Activism
In the age of social media and smart phones, people no longer live in the real world. Rather than savoring a meal, they post it on Instagram. Instead of setting aside time to catch up with old friends, they keep up on Facebook. In lieu of going to a party or out for a night... Continue Reading →
Fight With Words, Not Fists
Violence is all too readily used today in our political discourse. We need to fight with words, not fists if we want to improve our politics.
Conversation of Our Generation 