As the sun set, the Salve Regina hymn rang out across the Atlantic. Ninety men stood on the decks of three boats, led in prayer by Christopher Columbus, the foreign captain they had come to trust. They had kept the same ritual of evening prayers since they left Spain months ago, but tonight was different. … Read more
In the continuing debate on inequality, there are many who continue to point to Thomas Piketty as a kind of secular prophet who can offer words of wisdom. The French economist certainly has plenty of words that can be found in his worldwide bestseller, a weighty 700-page work called Capital in the Twenty-First Century. Whether … Read more
We find the concern and passion for justice reflected in a conversation between Saint John Bosco and a simple blacksmith who supported the saint’s works and began the following conversation: –“Do you know what my biggest worry is?” –“Surely it must be to live and die in the grace of God.” –“No, I’m not worried … Read more
Written by Gary Isbell. Family, honor, faith and positive role models were the subjects of an event which looked at how Americans can reclaim their great country from the throes of social and economic chaos. Two authors presented their views in a program titled “Return to Family: Getting Your Family Fired Up About Honor, Role … Read more
The tragic suicide of comedian Robin Williams contains many lessons. Everyone is quick to point out the contradictions of his life. Here was a man who had everything the world had to offer to fill his life—money, fame and an entertaining lifestyle. And yet far from satisfying him, he was left with an emptiness that … Read more
By Gary Isbell. The author of the book driving passionate discussion across America returned from a three day tour in Miami with a commendation from the mayor and inspiration from the audiences and people he encountered while presenting his solutions for the country’s distress. John Horvat II, author of Return to Order and vice president … Read more
With all the talk against capitalism, it would be helpful to have a good definition of the term. However, such a definition does not exist. The term’s origin comes from enemies of the free market. Jesuit economist Bernard Dempsey notes: “The answer is that there is no such thing as capitalism. The word is incapable … Read more
Written by Dennis Best. With the advent of the Industrial Revolution, a change in society’s perception of value began to take place. The almighty dollar became the de facto measure of worth, and factors that could not be quantified monetarily began to get phased out of the equation. Elements such as beauty, craftsmanship, uniqueness and … Read more
A good friend of mine reported on a meeting of local conservatives that she attended in St. Louis, Mo. She reports: “At the end, I held up a copy of Return to Order, and told about the book. Several folks were interested, and asked questions at the forum. I gave the president of the group … Read more
(The Imaginative Conservative website has published the following excerpt from the book, Return to Order by John Horvat II) A second element of organic society involves the manner in which remedies are found. In searching for solutions, we must carefully observe the fact that organic solutions cannot be imposed upon a people as if … Read more
