Republican Reaction to AZ Supreme Court on Abortion

Many Republicans are backpedaling on the issue of abortion in response to pushback from the pro-abortion left. They’ve highlighted horrible situations in order to justify all abortions. Now, the Arizona Supreme Court ruled that an 1864 law banning all abortion...

States rush to combat AI threat to elections

The New DEAL Forum, with the help of four state Secretaries of State, released a report on “Artificial Intelligence and Elections”. The report raises concerns about how deep fakes lead to confusion and misinformation regarding campaigns and political leaders. When it...

NPR Editor Suspended for Report on Internal Bias

NPR editor Uri Berliner exposed the lack of any political diversity within the network. Berliner reported the political imbalance of the editorial staff, which is comprised of 87 Democrats…and 0 Republicans. He made the case that the party affiliation had an impact on...

Mark Pope new UK Coach

Now that John Calipari has moved on from coaching the Kentucky Basketball team, there’s a real opportunity for the program to hit the reset button. The fanbase is certainly excited with thousands crowding into Rupp Arena last week to welcome the new head coach,...

Last day to register to Vote in Primary

Today is the last day to register to vote for the May 21 primary. If you’ve not yet registered, you can simply go online to the Kentucky Secretary of State website to register. It takes just a minute and is one way you can help shape the commonwealth and its...

Why are we so unhappy?

According to the latest Gallop survey, America is the 23rd happiest nation in the world. Another survey finds that 1/3 of Americans wish that they lived in a different nation. Americans are clearly unhappy. But why? Political upheaval and divisiveness has contributed...

Is Polyamory Going Mainstream?

Polyamory is in the headlines as the next battleground of the sexual revolution. 41% of Generation Z is open to non-monogamous relationships according to a survey last year. And cities in California and Massachusetts have passed anti-discrimination laws recognizing...

Trump Rejects Federal Abortion Ban, Supports Exceptions

Former President Trump’s recent statement opposing federal legislation that would restrict abortion drew condemnation from leading pro-life organizations including the Susan B. Anthony List.  While Trump took credit for the overturning of Roe v. Wade, he also...

Louisville 25 Anniversary of Fairness Ordinance

25 years ago, Louisville passed the first Fairness Ordinance in Kentucky. The law carved out special protections based on sexual behavior. Critics contended then as they do now that the laws were unnecessary and more of a political rallying cry. Nearly two dozen...

Say no to cynicism

I received an email the other day from somebody who objected to a recent update I sent out. The letter was cynical and derisive about many things in our culture. Such cynicism is corrosive and undermines the ability to change for the better. Especially for Christians...

Cru Pronouns

The evangelical campus ministry Cru (formerly Campus Crusade for Christ) has faced criticism for its approach to gender and sexuality. Cru’s training curriculum–called “Compassionate & Faithful”–accepts the term “gay Christian” and recommends practicing “pronoun...

God Bless the USA Bible

Former President Trump and country music star Lee Greenwood have released the “God Bless the USA Bible.” The $60 King James Bible includes our nation’s founding documents and Greenwood’s handwritten lyrics to his classic song. It is touted as the only Bible endorsed...

Leaked Documents on Gender Transitions of Minors

Several medical organizations insist that doctors should prescribe puberty blockers to children with gender dysphoria. This approach fails to consider mental health struggles of children. Recent documents leaked from the World Professional Association for Transgender...

Will Pornhub block Kentucky?

The 2024 Kentucky General Assembly was a win for the protection of Kentucky’s children. Multiple bills were introduced which addressed the crisis of both child abuse and underage exposure to explicit material. There was a ban on child sex dolls and enhanced penalties...

Working for the Common Good

What is the goal of politics? Many assume that the goal of politics is “we win, they lose.” Factions compete with other factions with a “winner-takes-all” mentality. But politics doesn’t have to be like this. The goal of politics is the common good: laws and policies...

Protecting Ky’s Kids

Several bills that would protect Kentucky’s kids from explicit content or sexual abuse have been proposed in the Kentucky legislature this session. SB 147 would regulate explicit performances, including drag shows, and prevent them from targeting children as an...

70% of Jewish Students feel less Safe

A recent survey found that 70% of Jewish college students in America feel less safe on their campus after Hamas’ October 7 attack on Israel. Anti-semitism has become a serious problem on many campuses and many Jewish students are the victims of verbal and physical...

Gambling App Addictions

While working at home during the COVID-19 pandemic, a psychiatrist downloaded the sports betting app DraftKings. In under a year, she lost $400,000. She’s not alone, as sports betting has grown exponentially in recent years. Last year, Americans bet over $100 billion...