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Trump Restores US Deterrence, Slows Iranian Nuclear Program

Doug Goldsmith March 4, 2026

Donald Trump insisted America must not let Iran get a nuclear weapon, and he acted on that belief — rejecting a deal he called “horrible, one-sided deal,” challenging the Washington consensus, pushing back on Tehran’s

House Forces Vote To Restore Congressional War Powers, Protect Troops

Doug Goldsmith March 3, 2026

I will argue that sending more troops to Iran must be stopped, explain why Congress holds the war power, demand a House vote to end an unconstitutional conflict, call for targeted sanctions and coalition diplomacy

Texas Primary Exposes Liberal Media Boosting Talarico

Doug Goldsmith March 3, 2026

The Texas Democratic Senate primary has turned into a clash between grassroots instincts and liberal media favor, with one candidate getting national hype while the other fights to hold ground at home. This piece walks

Khamenei Death Accelerates US Push To Secure Supply Chains

Doug Goldsmith March 2, 2026

The sudden collapse of Iran’s top leadership after coordinated strikes in February 2026 forced a stark reassessment of risk, reward and national purpose. This piece argues that the operation was less a one-off military move

Elite Media Vilify Gold Medal Hockey Team, Ignore Patriotism

Doug Goldsmith February 28, 2026

The State of the Union shout-out to the U.S. men’s hockey team should have been a simple, patriotic moment, but the broadcast networks turned it into yet another media feeding frenzy. This piece looks at

Workers Reject Big Union Bosses, Demand Workplace Accountability

Doug Goldsmith February 27, 2026

“I like unions. I just don’t like my union.” This piece looks at why so many workers say that, why measured union membership is low despite broad approval, how private and public unions operate differently,

Kash Patel Reveals FBI Subpoenaed Trump Aides’ Toll Records

Doug Goldsmith February 26, 2026

This article exposes recent revelations about FBI and Justice Department surveillance of private citizens tied to a presidential campaign, explains why attorney-client privilege must be fiercely protected, examines ethical and criminal violations tied to an

Mamdani Cancels 5,000 NYPD Hires, Endangers City Safety

Doug Goldsmith February 26, 2026

New York’s ability to thrive depends on being safe, and the recent plan to cancel 5,000 planned NYPD hires threatens that stability. This article examines how staffing shortfalls, rising crime trends, and the mayor’s choices

Trump Declares America Winning, Demands Border Security Now

Doug Goldsmith February 25, 2026

Last night’s State of the Union was not a plea for unity or a pivot to the center; it was a deliberate performance of power and a clear electoral play. The president framed the evening

Trump Commands State of the Union, Underscores Economic Gains

Doug Goldsmith February 25, 2026

President Trump’s State of the Union was a tight, confident performance that sought to tie national success to his administration and the Republican agenda. He hit themes voters care about — the economy, affordability, immigration,

Team USA Reclaims Hockey Pride, Silences Critics With Gold

Doug Goldsmith February 24, 2026

The United States’ dramatic overtime victory in men’s hockey is more than a medal; it’s a moment that revived national pride, highlighted the contrast between athletes who aired grievances and those who wore the flag

US Navy Poised To Defend, Strike Iran Over Threats

Doug Goldsmith February 23, 2026

Iran’s rhetoric has jumped from threats to clear military posturing, and U.S. forces are answering with readiness and layered defenses. This piece walks through the major Iranian tools—ballistic missiles, drones, cruise missiles and small-boat harassment—and

NYC Mamdani Requires ID For Snow Cleanup, Excludes Undocumented Workers

Doug Goldsmith February 22, 2026

The city rolled out a short-term snow-shoveling program and Mayor Zohran Mamdani says participants must show ID, a requirement that has touched off sharp criticism from the right for being hypocritical, exclusionary, and at odds

New York City Mayor Mamdani Threatens 9.5 Percent Property Tax

Doug Goldsmith February 18, 2026

New York City’s new preliminary $127 billion budget and a projected $5.4 billion gap have set off a debate over whether Mayor Zohran Mamdani will push a large property tax increase, possibly up to 9.5

Marco Rubio Solidifies Leadership After Venezuela Operation

Doug Goldsmith February 17, 2026

Marco Rubio has quietly become one of the most viral figures in Washington, turning every public moment into fodder for memes and making the case that modern political influence lives as much online as it

Debt Servicing Now Exceeds Defense, Threatening American Power

Doug Goldsmith February 13, 2026

This piece argues that the current fiscal picture is dangerous, interest rates are central to the threat, and federal intervention will be unavoidable without real spending restraint. It lays out how debt levels, rising interest

Democrats Threaten Public Safety, Cut ICE Funding Under Biden

Doug Goldsmith February 11, 2026

The debate over immigration enforcement has been turned into a political weapon after two fatal federal shootings in Minneapolis, with Democrats pushing to cut ICE funding while downplaying the public-safety cost. This article lays out

Scholar Challenges Ms Rachel Gaza Narrative, Warns Antisemitism Surge

Doug Goldsmith February 11, 2026

Two childhood neighbors from Kibbutz Nir Oz, Arbel and Ariel, survived years of brutal captivity after being abducted on Oct. 7, 2023, holding on to memory and one another until they were finally freed and

Washington Post CEO Resigns After Mass Layoffs, Subscriber Backlash

Doug Goldsmith February 10, 2026

Readers still crave the written word, and the economics of news have never been kinder to short attention spans or to platforms that can scale without legacy costs. This piece looks at why text-based news

Newsom Stages Photo Op For Failed High Speed Rail $12 Billion Lost

Doug Goldsmith February 7, 2026

This piece calls out California’s high-speed rail fiasco, traces how a billion-dollar promise turned into a decade of delays and excuses, highlights the inspector general’s blistering findings, and contrasts glossy media celebrity with the hard

Detransitioner Wins $2 Million Lawsuit Holding Doctors Accountable

Doug Goldsmith February 5, 2026

I’ll lay out how a landmark malpractice verdict exposes harm done to minors, why doctors must be held to account, how social pressure and rushed medical interventions fail adolescents, why parents and common-sense medicine should

Protect Your Retirement, Reject AI Promises From Billionaires

Doug Goldsmith February 2, 2026

Elon Musk recently suggested people need not bother “squirreling” money for retirement because artificial intelligence could make savings irrelevant in the next decade or two. That claim caught attention and worry alike, and this article

Schiltz Donations Create Appearance Of Immigration Bias, Recuse

Doug Goldsmith January 31, 2026

Judge Patrick Schiltz has become a flashpoint in disputes tied to metro policing and immigration cases, drawing scrutiny for his handling of high-profile matters, a private record of donations and volunteer work, and clashes with

Democrats Refused To Enforce Immigration Laws, Sparked Crisis

Doug Goldsmith January 30, 2026

This piece traces how Democratic hesitation to enforce immigration laws produced predictable chaos, using a stark 2016 raid and later policy shifts as a cautionary tale. It argues from a Republican perspective that credible, consistent

Trump Restores Market Clarity, SEC And CFTC Relaunch Project Crypto

Doug Goldsmith January 29, 2026

I will argue that America’s markets succeed when rules are clear, explain how the prior administration’s approach undermined that trust, describe Project Crypto as a return to disciplined regulation, outline the practical steps regulators should

USDA Staffing Cuts Leave NRCS Offices Short Staffed, Farmers Hurt

Doug Goldsmith January 28, 2026

I’ll describe why local USDA staff matter, share on-the-ground experience delivering conservation, show how staffing losses are harming farmers, explain the role of key programs like EQIP and CSP, and urge policymakers to prioritize boots-on-the-ground

Alabama AG Attack Demands Tougher Response To Political Violence

Doug Goldsmith January 27, 2026

I survived a February 2024 assassination attempt with an IED outside my attorney general’s office, and that moment taught me how fragile public safety becomes when political passion tips into violence. This piece examines a

Canada Commits To Meet NATO 2% Defense Standard By 2030

Doug Goldsmith January 27, 2026

Canada remains a close and friendly neighbor, but recent remarks from its new prime minister and a decades-long gap in defense spending are testing that friendship, raising questions about who really carries the West’s security

ICJ Must Reject Politicized Genocide Claims, Shield Israel

Doug Goldsmith January 25, 2026

This article looks at the International Court of Justice cases and the political theater around the charge of “genocide,” explains why the definition matters, contrasts Israel’s stated objectives with the accusations against it, and warns

College Reading Decline Threatens Workforce, Parents Must Act

Doug Goldsmith January 23, 2026

College professors report a worrying trend: many students arrive unable to read and comprehend basic text, and that deficit ripples through workplaces and communities. This piece argues that education must return to demanding deep reading,

Anti ICE Agitators Disrupt Minnesota Mass, Silence Worshippers

Doug Goldsmith January 21, 2026

Minnesota sits at a crossroads: taxpayer theft on a massive scale has hollowed out public trust, and the arrival of federal immigration agents has set off fierce clashes across communities. This piece looks at the

Congress Probes Minnesota Benefit Fraud, Moves To Protect Taxpayers

Doug Goldsmith January 21, 2026

This article lays out how large-scale benefit fraud has become a national problem, why it keeps happening, who benefits politically from permissive systems, and what practical steps can stop the bleeding and protect taxpayers. Massive

Demand Mayor Johnson Prioritize Chicago Kids, Restore Safety

Doug Goldsmith January 20, 2026

I’m walking across America because too many kids are paying the price for broken schools and failed leadership, and this piece calls out a mayor who spends energy on political theater while neighborhoods fall apart.

Trump Advances Economy, Secures Border, Faces Poll Slide

Doug Goldsmith January 20, 2026

One year after Donald J. Trump began his second term, the administration reads like a high-speed playbook: bold domestic policy, aggressive diplomacy, economic claims that clash with public feeling, targeted cultural rollbacks, and risky political

Trump Finishes Year One Restoring Strength, Securing Energy

Doug Goldsmith January 20, 2026

President Trump’s second term passed a decisive first-year mark with a string of policy wins at home and abroad, and Vice President J.D. Vance emerged as a visibly effective and media-active second-in-command. This piece walks

Trump Considers Insurrection Act, Halt Anti-ICE Violence In Minneapolis

Doug Goldsmith January 17, 2026

This piece lays out why local leaders in Minneapolis created the conditions for federal intervention, how street violence against ICE escalated, and why the president has legal authority to respond under the Insurrection Act while

Demand Federal Accountability Now For Minnesota Medicaid Fraud

Doug Goldsmith January 16, 2026

Minnesota’s recent welfare fraud revelations expose a system that’s easy to abuse and slow to punish. Scammers reportedly siphoned billions from programs meant to protect vulnerable families, and the scandal highlights deep design failures in

Iran Protests Escalate, Clerical Regime Survival Faces Doubt

Doug Goldsmith January 12, 2026

The country is in open crisis: nationwide demonstrations born of economic collapse and corruption have turned into a direct test of the Islamic Republic’s ability to survive, and the outcome now hinges more on Iran’s

Chevron Case Pushes Supreme Court To Rein In State Lawsuits

Doug Goldsmith January 5, 2026

The Supreme Court’s winter docket is packed with high-stakes fights over federalism, equal protection, executive power, the Second Amendment, and the meaning of citizenship, and the coming arguments will force clear choices about who makes

Trump Orders Maduro Capture, Defends US National Security

Doug Goldsmith January 5, 2026

President Trump’s nighttime operation to seize Nicolás Maduro and bring him to U.S. justice has set off a fierce political fight, raised constitutional questions, and resurrected past precedents about when presidents can use military force.

Minnesota, California Fraud Probes Expose Democrat Oversight Failures

Doug Goldsmith December 29, 2025

This piece takes a clear-eyed look at giant fraud allegations in Minnesota and California, compares them to the fiscal discipline seen in states like Florida and Texas, and asks why big blue states keep finding

Broadcast Networks Promote Anti-Trump Bias, Erode Trust

Doug Goldsmith December 27, 2025

The broadcast networks have become a spectacle of emotional excess and one-sided storytelling, so this piece calls out the most glaring examples from the year: partisan panels, soft interviews with the powerful, celebrity hagiography, and

TPUSA AmericaFest Proves GOP Needs Midterm Convention Now

Doug Goldsmith December 23, 2025

Turning Point USA’s AmericaFest in Phoenix felt less like a dry conference and more like a traveling show that knows how to win an audience. The event drew tens of thousands and made a strong

Conservative Leaders Clash Over Israel, Defining American Identity

Doug Goldsmith December 21, 2025

At Turning Point USA’s AmericaFest, old-school conservative instincts bumped up against new flashpoints, and the result was noisy but revealing. I watched organizers, commentators and rank-and-file attendees trade sharp words about Israel, identity and strategy

Charlie Kirk Murder Case Exposes Defense Limits, Secrecy Risks

Doug Goldsmith December 13, 2025

The piece examines how the explosion of social media has reshaped public understanding of high‑profile criminal cases, using the murder of Charlie Kirk and the arrest of Tyler Robinson as a test case, and argues

Networks Downplay Minnesota Somali $1B Fraud, Amplify Trump Criticism

Doug Goldsmith December 13, 2025

Networks spent more time scolding President Trump than digging into an alleged billion-dollar fraud tied to Somali operatives in Minnesota, and that imbalance matters. This article walks through how broadcast outlets framed the story, the

Netflix Delivers Sharp Wake Up Dead Man Mystery With Benoit Blanc

Doug Goldsmith December 13, 2025

This piece breaks down Netflix’s Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery — what makes it tick, who stands out, how Rian Johnson steers the tone, and why it lands as a darker but

Six-Figure Earners Overspend, Slip Into Paycheck Dependence

Doug Goldsmith December 13, 2025

Many Americans earning six figures still live paycheck to paycheck, and this piece explains why that happens, what habits trap them, and which shifts actually free up money and stability. I call this pattern lifestyle

Walz Democrats Prioritize Wokeness, Undermine MN Cannabis Market

Doug Goldsmith December 11, 2025

I’ll explain how Minnesota’s rollout of legal marijuana went wrong, show how social equity rules and DEI cash skewed the market, highlight specific quotes and allegations about fraud and mismanagement, examine the practical effects on

New York Tolerates Antisemitism, Israel Defends Jewish Freedom

Doug Goldsmith December 10, 2025

I spent two weeks split between New York City and Jerusalem, and what I saw could not have been more different: an American city tolerating extremist talk on its streets and political stage, and an

Investigate Alleged Minnesota Taxpayer Fraud, Hold Leaders Accountable

Doug Goldsmith December 9, 2025

This piece links a 19th-century political boss to a 21st-century scandal in Minnesota, tracing how lax oversight and partisan protection let massive fraud flourish, highlighting “Feeding Our Future” and COVID-era abuses, and urging a time-limited

Van Epps Wins Tennessee Special Election, GOP Faces Warning

Doug Goldsmith December 4, 2025

The Tennessee 7th special election offers a blunt message for Republicans: a narrow win can mask a troubling trend, and last week’s result should prompt serious, immediate fixes to messaging, turnout and candidate quality as

Middle Class Squeezed, Lawmakers Must Restore Economic Freedom

Doug Goldsmith December 2, 2025

This piece looks at the odd reality of wealth in 2025: we enjoy unprecedented comforts and choices, yet many Americans feel squeezed by basic costs like housing, healthcare, and education. It argues that the system—driven

Defend Advent Hope, Restore Faith, Strengthen Family Resolve

Doug Goldsmith November 30, 2025

This piece looks at why hope still matters in a rough year, why the first Advent candle is called the Prophet’s Candle, how light outshines darkness, and real-life examples of people and programs acting as

Pelosi Exit Exposes Media Deference, Trading Conflicts

Doug Goldsmith November 29, 2025

Nancy Pelosi’s decision to step away from running again at 85 marks an era where she shaped policy and shaped media coverage as much as votes. This piece looks at her relationship with broadcast networks,

Trump Restores Affordability, MAGA Policies Boost Worker Pay

Doug Goldsmith November 28, 2025

This piece argues that “affordability.” is being reframed by conservative policy wins, explaining how the One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB) and other measures are restoring low inflation, boosting paychecks, and reviving American industrial power. Democrats

DR MARC SIEGEL: How faith and gratitude can still work wonders in a fractured nation

Doug Goldsmith November 27, 2025

This piece argues that shared faith and belief in miracles can bridge political divides, highlights dramatic survival stories from public figures and physicians, and makes the case for allowing spiritual care in medicine while urging

Christians Must Stand With Israel, Reject Antisemitism Now

Doug Goldsmith November 26, 2025

This piece lays out why, this Thanksgiving, faithful Americans must stand firmly with Israel and oppose rising antisemitism, tracing that duty through Scripture, history, and our shared civic values while warning against dismissing extremist influencers

Walk Across America Reveals Heart Of Small Town Values

Doug Goldsmith November 25, 2025

I’m walking across America and the season has changed — from the humid bustle of New York City in September to clear, chilly nights in rural North Carolina. Along the way I’ve met neighbors, sat

Manfred Must Preserve Due Process, Spare Guardians Pitchers

Doug Goldsmith November 25, 2025

This is an argument for mercy. Somebody please send it to Major League Baseball Commissioner Rob Manfred. Among the most important decisions Commissioner Rob Manfred will make in the course of his career as baseball’s

Melania, Usha Stand With Veterans, Demand Camp Lejeune Justice

Doug Goldsmith November 22, 2025

The visit by First Lady Melania Trump and Second Lady Usha Vance to Camp Lejeune brought a rare moment of recognition for families who lived with poisoned water, and this piece digs into the history,

Ro Khanna Pushes New Deal Agenda, Threatens Economic Freedom

Doug Goldsmith November 19, 2025

I walked with Rep. Ro Khanna through the Cannon building and got a sharp, on-the-move look at the Democratic debate over economics, immigration, Israel, and the party’s direction. He framed his ideas around FDR-style production

DHS Cracks Down, Sanctuary Failure Costs Katie’s Life

Doug Goldsmith November 19, 2025

I agreed to let the Department of Homeland Security honor my daughter because their goals matched what every grieving parent wants: enforcement that protects families and public recognition that her death mattered. This piece walks

Defend Unitary Executive, Reclaim Presidential Authority

Doug Goldsmith November 15, 2025

Justice Antonin Scalia’s Morrison dissent still matters: he warned that a statute creating an independent prosecutor illegally grabbed executive power, and that lesson frames today’s fights over the presidency, judicial behavior, and accountability. This piece

Pelosi Retirement Signals Democrats Embrace Socialism

Doug Goldsmith November 8, 2025

Nancy Pelosi is stepping down after decades in power, leaving a Democratic Party that has shifted sharply left and embraced socialist ideas she helped normalize. This article traces that shift from the late 1980s through

Republicans Demand End To Costly ACA Subsidies, Protect Families Now

Doug Goldsmith November 7, 2025

The government is stalled over an emergency bump in Affordable Care Act subsidies from the COVID era, and this piece argues those temporary handouts do more harm than good. It explains how the subsidies flow

Protect American Workers, Hold Fed Accountable For AI Disruption

Doug Goldsmith November 4, 2025

The debate over AI, jobs, and policy has shifted from academic papers to real headlines, and it deserves clear Republican scrutiny. This article examines whether AI is already cutting jobs, questions how officials are explaining

Restore SNAP, Protect Hardworking Families With ACA Credits Now

Doug Goldsmith November 1, 2025

This piece looks at how the government shutdown has suddenly stripped millions of Americans of health and food support, why that matters to everyday families, and what immediate steps Republicans insist should be taken to

Trump Orders US To Resume Nuclear Tests, Strengthens Deterrent

Doug Goldsmith October 30, 2025

President Trump’s move to restart U.S. nuclear testing has sharply refocused the debate on deterrence, norms and leadership; this piece examines the immediate rationale, the historical context, the practical tools already in place to maintain

AI Race Demands US Internet Infrastructure Upgrade, Counter China

Doug Goldsmith October 27, 2025

The United States must lean into a focused plan to win the global AI race by combining relentless innovation, massive private investment, and a national push to upgrade internet infrastructure. This article argues that preserving

Artist Defies Hollywood Boycotts, Champions Israel Through Music

Doug Goldsmith October 26, 2025

I’m an artist who turned frustration into action: seeing a rising tide of antisemitism and a boycott culture in entertainment, I wrote and filmed a song called “On My Mind” in Israel with Israeli collaborators

Schumer Shutdown Strands Troops, Military Families Demand Relief

Doug Goldsmith October 23, 2025

Senate obstruction is putting troops and military families in a painful bind, with base services shut down, moves paused, and food banks stretched thin; this piece lays out how the shutdown is hitting servicemembers at

Wikipedia Has Become Overtly Biased Against Conservatives

Doug Goldsmith October 22, 2025

Larry Sanger says the website, Wikipedia, has become biased against conservative and religious viewpoints, but sees a way to fix it. That claim matters because that site is treated by many as a default source

Trump Asia Trip, NC Redistricting, and AI Power Plants

Doug Goldsmith October 22, 2025

Trump’s Asia Trip. Redistricting in NC. AI Power Plants. President Trump’s swing through Asia turned heads and reset expectations among allies and competitors. He kept the message tight: secure supply chains, fair trade, and stronger