by Christopher Parr | Jul 15, 2024 | Opinion Pieces
The exception to abortion bans which allows doctors to save mothers’ lives took center stage during the first presidential debate. The most striking statement about it was not during the argument, however. It was the subject of a TV advertisement from the Biden...
by Cole Cuzick | Jul 8, 2024 | Opinion Pieces
On April 19, 2024, The Biden Administration issued an executive order which unveiled new Title IX regulations in an effort to change the original, noble intent of protecting girls from sex-based discrimination. The 1972 amendment declared: “No person in the United...
by Christopher Parr | Jul 1, 2024 | Opinion Pieces
A major issue in Kentucky’s 2024 legislative primaries is one that many outside of Northern Kentucky may not know about: certificate of need (CON) reform. CON laws were formulated in the 1950’s with good intentions: to keep healthcare costs down. The theory was that a...
by Richard Nelson | Jun 25, 2024 | Opinion Pieces
“We hold these truths to be self evident that all men are created equal that they are endowed by their Creator, with certain inalienable rights, that among these are life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness.” Thus begins America’s founding political document penned...
by Richard Nelson | May 28, 2024 | Opinion Pieces
by Richard Nelson and Cole Cuzick Kentucky’s state legislative races took center stage in Tuesday’s primary, even though the presidential race was on the ballot. That’s because the presidential candidates were decided earlier this year. Turnout...
by Christopher Parr | May 6, 2024 | Opinion Pieces
Two weeks ago, CPC’s daily radio program The Commonwealth Minute featured a story on Mark Pope, the new Men’s Basketball Coach at the University of Kentucky. Our commentary was intended to be a positive reflection on the moral framework Pope will bring to the program....
by Christopher Parr | Apr 30, 2024 | Opinion Pieces
Hamas’ terroristic assault on Israel appears to have been triggered by more than deep hatred for the Jewish state. Many believe that Israel is plotting to destroy the Al-Aqsa Mosque and rebuild the Jewish temple in its place. According to a recent story from CBS News,...
by Christopher Parr | Apr 15, 2024 | Opinion Pieces
Former President Donald Trump and country singer Lee Greenwood have released the God Bless the USA Bible. With a price tag of $59.99, the volume includes the King James Bible along with the Declaration of Independence, U.S. Constitution, Bill of Rights, and a...
by Richard Nelson | Mar 28, 2024 | Opinion Pieces
The Kentucky General Assembly has occupied my time and attention in recent months, and as another weary season of legislation and policymaking is coming to a close, my soul is getting ready for Easter. I’m grateful that many good bills engaged by CPC are moving...
by Richard Nelson | Mar 22, 2024 | Opinion Pieces
A bill proposing age verification limits on websites where children can access adult content is currently making its way through the Kentucky legislature. Children are frequently exposed to pornography but not without consequence to their innocence and developing...
by Christopher Parr | Mar 13, 2024 | Opinion Pieces
Gov. Beshear criticized socially conservative policy on human life and the family in his weekly news conference: “Every moment that they focus on these culture war type issues, trying to create a new bogeyman for the next election, trying to rile people up, it means...
by Richard Nelson | Feb 28, 2024 | Opinion Pieces
State Rep. Ken Fleming (R – Louisville) introduced HB 711, which would add rape, incest, and fetal anomaly exceptions to Kentucky’s ban on abortion. Abortion exceptions are favored by a majority of voters according to various polls. But the vocal pro-life base...
by Richard Nelson | Feb 20, 2024 | Opinion Pieces
Pushback against DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) programs in Kentucky higher education is moving in the legislature with the passage of SB 6 in the state Senate on Tuesday. UK President Eli Capilouto called the bill “deeply concerning ” in a campus...
by Richard Nelson | Feb 6, 2024 | Opinion Pieces
How can Christians committed to living a godly life navigate a culture that embraces sin and assaults their moral sensibilities? How can they guard themselves and show the world that there’s a better way to happiness and fulfillment? How can the church engage the...
by Richard Nelson | Jan 25, 2024 | Opinion Pieces
It’s hard to say goodbye to somebody you love. Such was the case with the Apostle Paul in the last chapter of Romans as he says farewell to beloved brothers and sisters in the faith. Pastor Hershael York preached from Romans 16 last Sunday, and it corresponded...
by Richard Nelson | Dec 22, 2023 | Opinion Pieces
So many of my Christmas memories as a child were pleasant. But Christmas isn’t a joyous time for everyone. I recall a story that my grandma shared with me when she was eight years old. Grandma Copeland had been particularly naughty that year. Her no-nonsense...
by Cole Cuzick | Dec 22, 2023 | Opinion Pieces
Now, more than ever, Kentucky needs principled candidates to run for office and be trained in how their faith forms their worldview on issues such as life, family and educational freedom. In February 2024, the Commonwealth Policy Center will host its annual candidate...
by Richard Nelson | Dec 12, 2023 | Opinion Pieces
A class-action lawsuit filed by a Kentucky woman on Friday seeks to overturn the state’s abortion restrictions. Represented by the ACLU, her suit has been joined by Planned Parenthood. In a statement announcing the lawsuit, the woman said, “I am angry that now...
by Richard Nelson | Nov 20, 2023 | Opinion Pieces
Our homes will soon be filled with the aroma of roast turkey wafting through the kitchen and dinner tables decked with mounds of mashed potatoes, cranberry sauce and other holiday favorites that please our Thanksgiving palates. It’s my favorite holiday,...
by Richard Nelson | Nov 20, 2023 | Opinion Pieces
I wish that I could write you and tell you that we have a new conservative governor in Kentucky. Unfortunately, that’s not the case. It’s not for lack of trying because the CPC team and I worked overtime to help elect Daniel Cameron. We have much to learn...
