A new women's conference seeks to start a new feminist movement A shocking case out of Ohio reveals more dangers that come with the abortion pill Even advocates of public schools are having second thoughts And are prenuptial agreements a good idea Segment Women's Declaration Abortion Pill Dangers Article on women's declaration Declaration Ohio surgeon article Segment Public School Firestorm Fox article on Nikole Hannah-Jones X post on transgender research Segment Prenuptial agreements IFS article on prenuptial agreements Taylor Swift moment [... more]

Texas GOP Candidate Bo French gets destroyed on the Internet for commenting on a photo at a Texas Longhorns football game which featured a group of Indian students Dana explains the difference between playing identity politics and supporting America's founding ideals of e pluribus unum to encourage assimilation A Lindsay Clancy juror admits the women on the jury were participating in activism rather than applying the facts to the law Anthropic's CEO Dario Amodei sounds the alarm to The White House over necessary guardrails to slow down AI development Trump tells them to push ahead to compete with China Thank [... more]

Pastor Skip explains why faith hope and love aren't just Christian ideals they're the evidence that you are a healthy growing believer [... more]

On this episode of Our American Stories in Constantino Brumidi arrived in New York as a refugee from Rome He was already an accomplished artist but in America he found the work that would consume the rest of his life For the next twenty-five years Brumidi climbed scaffolds painted ceilings and covered the halls of the U S Capitol with scenes drawn from American history and the ideals of his adopted country His greatest work waited feet above the Rotunda floor There inside the Capitol dome Brumidi painted George Washington known to many as America's Indispensable Man rising into the [... more]

On this episode of Our American Stories he helped fight for America's freedom then shaped the city that would represent it Pierre Charles L'Enfant designed Washington D C with intention circles lines and avenues that all meant something But what began as a grand commission ended in conflict L'Enfant's refusal to give up control led to his removal The plan moved on without him and for years so did history Constituting America's award-winning student historian Wyatt Hensley shares the story of a designer with a vision too strong for his time and how it still lives on in the streets [... more]

Children have four deep needs that parents must nurture: wisdom, stature, favor with God, and favor with men. Parents must teach their children to respect authority, provide a recognition of values, and honor their parents. The home is a place where children learn to mature, relate to God, and develop selflessness. A godly home is under attack, and parents must take responsibility for teaching their children the importance of obedience, respect, and reverence for authority. [... more]

The founding of America was deeply rooted in biblical principles, with the Declaration of Independence declaring that all men are created equal and endowed with certain inalienable rights. The song America the Beautiful, written by Catherine Lee Bates, is a reflection of the nation's founding ideals, drawing from Scripture and history. As America celebrates its 250th birthday, the question is not how to celebrate, but what gift to give the nation - a revival, a move of God's Holy Spirit, which can be sought through prayer and intentional seeking of God. [... more]

President Calvin Coolidge's defense of the Declaration of Independence on America's 150th birthday emphasizes the importance of the document's stated principles, which he believes are the closest thing to a perfect statement on human freedom. He warns that abandoning these principles would lead to a loss of freedom and that the mission statement comes first, with ideals making governments, not the other way around. [... more]

The story of America's cultural and artistic independence from Europe, led by thinkers and writers such as Ralph Waldo Emerson, Henry David Thoreau, Nathaniel Hawthorne, Herman Melville, and Walt Whitman, who sought to forge a distinctly American voice and identity through their works. [... more]

The war in Iran continues to be a contentious issue, with the US and its allies seeking to prevent Iran from acquiring a nuclear weapon. Meanwhile, a ceasefire has been brokered between Israel and Lebanon, but the situation remains fragile. The ACLJ is also taking a stand against video game violence, particularly in the popular game Roblox, where a school shooter simulation was allowed to exist for an extended period of time. The organization is working with parents to demand greater accountability from the game's developers and to promote parental rights in the digital age. [... more]

Arlington National Cemetery, founded as a memorial to George Washington, has a complex history dating back to the Civil War era, with thousands of ordinary Americans buried there, including Isaac C. Hart, a white officer who led black soldiers. The cemetery's history reflects the tension of freedom and slavery in the early Republic, and its motto, Honor, Remember, Explore, reminds Americans of the sacrifices made to preserve the nation's founding ideals. [... more]

On this episode of Our American Stories Thomas Jefferson stood at the center of the American founding writing the Declaration of Independence and later serving as the third president of the United States He believed deeply in liberty and in the promise of the country but his life was marked by contradictions that continue to shape how he is remembered including the fact that he never freed his slaves despite his lofty ideals about freedom In this talk at the Library of Congress acclaimed historian and bestselling author of Thomas Jefferson The Art of Power Jon Meacham explores Jefferson as [... more]

Jesse Owens, a black American athlete, and Luz Long, a German long jumper, formed an unlikely friendship during the 1936 Berlin Olympics, despite the racist views of Adolf Hitler and the Nazi regime. Long's advice and support helped Owens overcome his anxiety and win the gold medal in the long jump. Their friendship was a powerful symbol of human connection and equality, and it continues to inspire people to this day. [... more]

General Lafayette's triumphant return to the United States after 40 years away sparked a grand celebration of the past, national reconciliation, and a reaffirmation of the country's values and rights. The event was a testament to the enduring legacy of the American Revolution and its impact on the nation's history and identity. [... more]

Thomas Jefferson's ownership of slaves in a country built on Christian principles raises questions about the gulf between ideals and practices. His famous line in the Declaration of Independence, 'all men are created equal,' was an aspiration, but not yet a reality on the ground. Jefferson's views on slavery reflect the tension between ideational and sensei cultures, and his inability to reconcile his ideals with the practical concerns of his time. [... more]

President Calvin Coolidge's defense of the Declaration of Independence on America's 150th birthday highlights the importance of its principles, including equality, liberty, and popular sovereignty, which are essential to the nation's enduring success. [... more]

The history of facial hair is a centuries-long cycle of changing ideals of masculinity, influenced by cultural and societal norms. From ancient civilizations to modern times, beards have been associated with cleanliness, holiness, strength, and individualism, reflecting the balance between cultural discipline and conformity to authority and the norm. [... more]

Exploring the intersection of faith and culture, the hosts discuss the changing landscape of sports and faith, the importance of marriage and family, and the challenges facing young men in finding purpose. They also delve into the history of the American Revolution and the ideals that shaped the nation, as well as the impact of feminism on women's understanding of sin and identity. [... more]

John Quincy Adams, the sixth president of the United States, grew up in a family of patriots and was deeply influenced by his father's values of service and courage. He traveled extensively throughout Europe as a young man, learning multiple languages and developing a deep understanding of politics and diplomacy. Adams went on to become a skilled diplomat and politician, serving as Secretary of State and eventually president. However, his presidency was marked by controversy and failure, and he was eventually recalled from office. Undeterred, Adams returned to Congress, where he became a leading voice against slavery, introducing petitions and arguing cases before the Supreme Court. His most notable victory came in the Amistad case, where he successfully argued for the freedom of enslaved Africans on a ship that had been seized by the US Navy. Adams' unwavering commitment to his principles and his willingness to challenge the status quo made him a hero of the anti-slavery movement and a lasting figure in American history. [... more]

Jesse Owens, a United States Olympic legend, faced racism and adversity at the 1936 Berlin Olympics, but found an unlikely friend in Luz Long, a German long jumper who shared his humanity and helped him overcome his struggles. [... more]