Even the most hardened liberals have to admit something is wrong with the liberal order that has long dominated modernity. The social and cultural structures upon which this order is built have broken down—notably the family, community, and church. As the reigning political philosophy, liberalism must take at least some blame for the present social … Read more
American wine sales have collapsed to their lowest level in more than two decades. The cause is younger drinkers who never developed the cultured habit of appreciating wine. For decades, wine culture rewarded patience, aeration, and the ability to discern aromas. Connoisseurs discussed tannins and terroir and pondered pairing a bottle with a shared meal. … Read more
As someone who grew up on a farm nestled amongst the rolling hills of Kentucky, I can tell you, there was nothing like it. The simple things make life special. The smell of fresh-cut hay or the sweet fragrance of honeysuckle on a spring day was relaxing. Watching black Angus grazing on the plush green … Read more
The trial of Lindsay Clancy is over, and the case speaks volumes about what is wrong in America today. We have not only lost our moral bearings but also are debating the very need for a compass to guide our actions. What happened in this case was very clear. Mrs. Clancy suffered from post-partum depression … Read more
As “democratic” socialism gains in popularity, two embarrassing trends stand out. First, this new brand of socialism is very popular among high-income, well-educated people who should disapprove of it. Second, it is much less popular among workers and the less-educated sectors of the population that socialism claims to represent. Thus, it is not surprising that … Read more
With the passing of Dolly Parton, an era has ended. This era is defined not by her personality, but by a type of figure that once unified the nation. There used to be many such unifying figures in American culture—celebrities, stars, political and sports figures. They were legends that usually personified certain American traits and … Read more
In a world that moves at a breakneck pace, where trends flicker in and out like faulty lightbulbs, we might ask: Does “old-fashioned” elegance still matter? Or has it become as outdated as a handwritten letter in an age of text messages? Elegance is a timeless quality—a compass that should guide our choices and shape … Read more
Introduction—On July 20, 2026, the U.S. State Department released the report “Cuba—The Capital of 21st Century Communism.” This hundred-page report took a long look at the history of the conflict between the United States and Cuba since Fidel Castro’s 1959 Revolution. In light of its importance, this article is the third of a four-part review … Read more
This article is the eleventh part of a series about Purgatory, a topic that is rarely discussed today. A knowledge of Purgatory is essential if souls are to avoid the pains of this place of expiation. The prior article can be found here. * * * In his book, Purgatory, Fr. F. X. … Read more
The French Parliament recently (and overwhelmingly) passed a law banning children under the age of fifteen from setting up social media accounts. The new law accompanies one that bans middle and high school students from bringing smartphones into schools. A Popular Idea The idea of restricting social media for teenagers enjoys international support. Other European … Read more
