Critical theory, an ideology that has dropped deep roots into America’s most powerful institutions, is opposed to the very foundation of Western civilization. This is according to a group of panelists on a Heritage Foundation webinar on Monday, who laid out what critical race theory is, how pervasive it has become, and what needs to be done to stop it.
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More Thoughts on the Capitol Breach
The forces of contention may have just escalated to a new and even more feverish pitch as a result of the election disputes and the breach of the Capitol building in Washington.
On the Peaceful Transfer of Power: Lessons from 1800
Historians can read plenty of pointed lessons in the presidential election of 1800. It is the revolution after the Revolution. It marks the birth of a party system and the visible decay of Federalist power. It shows a critical exercise of constitutional force by each branch of government, conducted under scrutiny and at great cost.
Soul and Pre-existence in Pop Culture
While the afterlife is often seen in pop culture, the premortality is seen much less. Why? And why does the subject remain so irresistible to artists?
Faith on the Hill: The religious composition of the 117th Congress
When it comes to religious affiliation, the 117th U.S. Congress looks similar to the previous Congress but quite different from Americans overall, a new Pew Research Center analysis finds. While about a quarter (26%) of U.S. adults are religiously unaffiliated – describing themselves as atheist, agnostic or “nothing in particular” – just one member of the new Congress identifies as religiously unaffiliated (0.2%).
Canceling Cancel Culture – A Goal for 2021 We Can All Embrace
Cancel Culture uses social media to shame individuals and eliminate support for public figures and companies after they have done or said something considered objectionable or offensive. Once reserved for high-profile individuals, the practice has spread to include everyday people. And it is harming our society.
Section 230 and The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
Much has been said about rescinding “Section 230" of the Communications Decency Act. What is this? And how does it affect the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints?
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Following the Prophet’s Example in Dealing with Contention
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The Power of a Child
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