American Viewpoints

Hackers and other cyber criminals aren't the only concerns many people have about online security. Another concern that many have is the use of our private information by social media companies, web search sites, and businesses that conduct commerce online. The R Street Institute's Brandon Pugh updates us on the debate over what a national law about online security and privacy should look like.

Washington Times reporter Sean Salai analyzes new data about how current economic trends and world events are affecting America's small businesses. He also looks at how those factors are likely to affect the businesses in the near future. https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2023/feb/14/small-businesses-brace-reduced-consumer-demand/

As interest rates continue to go up, those with significant credit card debt could be hit hardest. Bankrate.com's Ted Rossman provides advice on how to lower the debt, especially for those with high interest cards, as part of your overall personal finance plan.

Chloe Cole, one of the country's best known "detransitioners", works with Do No Harm to stop the hormonal, chemical, and surgical treatments that are being done to children around the country. Chloe, who lives on the autism spectrum, began "genter transitioning" as a young teen and had a double mastectomy at the age of 15 and now regrets the decision. In this NewsTalk STL discussion, she recounts...

Thomas Buckley discusses his recent op-ed published by the Brownstone Institute about the way language is being used in today's political debates. He specifically looks at the use of "-denial" as a perjorative ("climate denier/denial", "science denier/denial", etc). Buckley examines the strategy of that approach, arguing that it's designed to end debate instead of convincing someone to chage their...

Sgt. Betsy Smith from the National Police Association discusses the debate over law enforcement, police reform, and relationships between police and many communities around the country following the murder of Tyre Nichols by officers in Memphis.

Presidnet Biden is asking lawmakers and regulators to limit credit card late fees to eight dollars per month. He's also piusing to outlaw what he calls "junnk fees" on multiple things including ticket purchases, resorts, hotels, and other goods and services. The Competitive Enterprise Institute's John Berlau argues against the proposals, saying they would be bad for both consumers and the economy...

Responding to recent internal Disney meeting footage that shows writers and other creative-centric employees discussing their plans to include more LGBT themes in their content, the Catholic League produced a film of their own. Walt's Disenchanted Kingdom addresses the company's work to lobby against Florida legislation to keep sexual content out of public school classrooms and the stated desire t...

Corey DeAngelis from the American Federation for Children, provides an update on efforts to expand school choice around the country. He assesses the movement's momentum and the states most likely to adopt some form of school choice (or expand it).

Most of the country has long moved past COVID. Business shutdowns are over, mask mandates are mostly a thing of the past, and many people's lives have returned to pre-coronavirus normal. Heritage Action PAC's Carson Steelman addresses the President's announcement that he plans to end two national COVID emergency declarations in May. Congressional Republicans want those neded immediately. Steelman...

Te recent funeral of Tyre Nichols in Memphis became the latest national focal point of the debate over law enforcement and race in America. Philip Clay from Project 21 assesses the case, what it likely means to the national conversation and policy debates, and what he hopes changes.

Jeremy Dys from the First Liberty Institute provides an overview of some of their top court cases for 2023. The cases include one before the US Supreme Court about a former US Postal Service worker who was denied a religious accomodation with his schedule. Gerald Groff requested that he not work on Sundays in observance of his religious beliefs. Dys also discusses other cases before appealate cour...

Pacific Research Institute Senior Director of Education Lance Izumi discusses their new book, of which he's co-author, and the education issues addressed in it. The Great Parent Revolt is described as a set profiles or ordinary people who have challenged and defeated the most divisive doctrine to ever threaten America's children. These include Critical Race Theory. https://www.amazon.com/Great-Par...

Pacific Legal Foundation attorney David Deerson explains their case before the US Supreme Court that will decide if governments can profit from property seized over delinquent property taxes. The case at hand is Tyler v. Hennepin County, where an elderly woman was unable to keep up with the property taxes on her condo. The local government seized the home, sold it, and kept all the proceeds even t...

Host Mike Ferguson assesses the recent news of classified documents being found in the personal homes and, in at least one case, priate offices of both Republican and Democratic office holders. The documents in question were found in the homes of former President Donald Trump, President Joe Biden - who had possession of the documents while not in elected office - and former Vice President Mike Pen...

RedState.com Deputy Managing Editor Kira Davis describes the ideas she offering in her book, Drawing Lines. Davis argues that there are limits to compromise when one side refuses to discuss or debate in good faith. In her view America's Left crosses the line from that and often relies on vitriol. From her book description on Amazon: "There are times for compromise and times to draw a line in the s...

Ian Rowe, founder of the Vertex Partnership Academies in New York and a senior fellow at the American Enterprise Institute, discusses the lessson he describes in his new book, Agency. The book outlines what Rowe calls a four-point plan for all children to overcome the victimhood narrative. This includes a different approach to education as well as emphases on family, religion, and entrepreneurship...

Former Virginia Deputy Attorney General Ken Davis examines the recent controversy over the use of natural gas in homes and businesses. After a Biden appointee signaled a desire to phase out household and commercial use of gas stoves/ovens, the White House backtracked after a backlash. Davis believes the goal is still in place as part of the Administration's plans to "transition" the US energy sect...

Reason Magazine Associate Editor Billy Binion looks back on the Republican debate over electing Kevin McCarthy to Speaker of the House. Morespecifically, he examines the debate over the debate itself. While many political pundits and insiders decried the opposition to McCarthy, which forced multiple votes, as embarassing, Binion says the debate was a healthy exercise for the process and hopes more...

Robert Romano, Vice President of Public Policy for Americans For Limited Government, assesses the nation's debt level and specifically the fact that the debt ceiling has been reached. Romano explains how a decision to raise the borrowing limit could affect American households and offers a perspective on how Congress and the President should address the spending that's led to the financial situatio...

Washington Times columnist and author, Dr. Everett Piper, discusses his recent article about adults who choose not to return to work. In addition to the economics of the situation, Piper assesses the cultural aspect of what he refers to as a "coddled culture" and why this hurt the individual as well as their families and communities. https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2023/jan/8/spoiled-adults-w...

Former Congressman Bob Barr (R-GA) assesses the recent drawn-out debate over electing Rep. Kevin McCarthy to be Speaker of the House. With Republicans holding a slim majority in the House, Barr explains why he believes the dissenting group of GOP House members were short sighted in their efforts. He then offers advice for Republicans to move forwrd with their agenda for the remainder of the year.

Townhall.com writer Jonathan Emord explains why he believes individual states should sue the Biden Administration, using the Guarentee Clause, to compel securing the southern border.

Washington Examiner Homeland Security Reporter Anna Giaritelli provides an update from El Paso, Texas on the situation at that part of the US southern borderwhen it comes to illegal immigration. Giaritelli explains how parts of El Paso were cleaned up prior to the President's visit and how the immigration issue is affecting the community there directly.

The Heritage Foundation's Jim Carafano, one of the nation's recognized foreign policy experts, discusses the ongoing Russian invation of Ukraine. He addresses the objections some have about the aid the US is sending to help the nation defend itself and eventually repel Russia.