Trumpism is simply the inevitable result of a century-long expansion of federal authority and the centralizing of power in the US Presidency.
The Marginal Drift of the Republican Party
While many members of the GOP still see themselves as conservative, the party’s tone and direction has severely drifted into the realm of populist nationalism as it has been willing to abandon core traditional tenets of conservative orthodoxy.
Amash 2020 – Yes, This IS Actually Me Being Prudential
Choosing to support Justin Amash, especially as a candidate for the Libertarian Party, involves more compromises on my part than some might think.
The Left-Right Political Spectrum Doesn’t Actually Exist
Okay, okay. There’s definitely a political left and a political right. But that political dichotomy exists within a broader and far more nuanced political spectrum.
The Ideals of a Young Conservative Man
It’s a difficult time to be a young conservative trying to stand for his ideals. But the best times to stand for your principles are the times they are most at risk.
#NeverBernie
With victory in Nevada, Senator Bernie Sanders has solidified his place as the Democratic frontrunner and likely sets Democrats on a path to repeat the 2016 Republican story. I will not be part of that story.
Episode 2 – New Centrism and the Sphere of Natural Law
Justin Stapley explains new centrism further and delves into what constitutes the sphere of natural law, explaining several of the ways both parties have abandoned it.
Episode 1 – The Reluctant Centrist
Justin Stapley introduces himself and his new podcast. (Direct download link and transcript)
The Death of Constitutional Process
The carefully crafted system of checks and balances has largely been supplanted by pens and phones.
Mark Sanford | A Farewell Warning
Mark Sanford, who ended his presidential bid last month, shared a final warning.