The Conservative Reformation Nobody Voted For
An exploration of rising theological tensions within American conservatism, examining debates over religion, identity, and ideology—and what they mean for unity and political culture.
Opinion
Post-Gazette Death Watch Update
The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette faces closure after two centuries, marking a turning point for regional journalism and the fading era of the metropolitan newspaper.
The Priesthood of Inevitability
A commentary on policy, power, and the politics of “impossibility,” arguing that many problems long deemed unavoidable may simply have been choices left unchanged.
Peace, Persian-Style? Why History Suggests This Time Might Be Different
A deeper look at Iran, Persian identity, and Middle East geopolitics—exploring how history, religion, and regional power shape conflicts often oversimplified in American news.
Has the Supreme Court Just Thrown a Monkey Wrench Into Beaver County’s Reindustrialization?
Supreme Court strikes down Trump’s tariffs on technical grounds, but a legal path remains—raising high-stakes questions for Beaver County’s reindustrialization and economic future.
Munich, Marco, and the Matter of Material Sovereignty
Marco Rubio’s Munich speech argues that sovereignty, industry, and supply chains—not slogans—anchor Western security, with real implications for reindustrialization and places like Beaver County.
Why Pennsylvania Is Trapped by Its Own History (And What That Means for Beaver County)
Pennsylvania’s history shaped its rise—and its challenges. From steel and coal to fragmented municipalities, this piece explores how Beaver County can learn from the past without repeating it.
Want to be a successful entrepreneur? Steer clear of this advice.
A clear-eyed look at Think and Grow Rich: separating useful motivation from fabricated myths, exposing Napoleon Hill’s shaky legacy, and arguing for discipline over gurus.
What’s Wrong With Drug Advertising? Almost Everything.
Pharmaceutical ads now dominate American news, shaping diagnoses, prescriptions, and public perception—raising questions about medicine, media influence, and who really benefits.
What the Heck Is Happening to Bitcoin? Andre Jikh Explains
Why is Bitcoin falling despite scarcity? A look at AI-driven job disruption, debt, synthetic crypto supply, and global market stress reshaping money and volatility.
The Conservative Reformation Nobody Voted For
An exploration of rising theological tensions within American conservatism, examining debates over religion, identity, and ideology—and what they mean for unity and political culture.
Post-Gazette Death Watch Update
The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette faces closure after two centuries, marking a turning point for regional journalism and the fading era of the metropolitan newspaper.
The Priesthood of Inevitability
A commentary on policy, power, and the politics of “impossibility,” arguing that many problems long deemed unavoidable may simply have been choices left unchanged.
Peace, Persian-Style? Why History Suggests This Time Might Be Different
A deeper look at Iran, Persian identity, and Middle East geopolitics—exploring how history, religion, and regional power shape conflicts often oversimplified in American news.
Has the Supreme Court Just Thrown a Monkey Wrench Into Beaver County’s Reindustrialization?
Supreme Court strikes down Trump’s tariffs on technical grounds, but a legal path remains—raising high-stakes questions for Beaver County’s reindustrialization and economic future.
Munich, Marco, and the Matter of Material Sovereignty
Marco Rubio’s Munich speech argues that sovereignty, industry, and supply chains—not slogans—anchor Western security, with real implications for reindustrialization and places like Beaver County.
Why Pennsylvania Is Trapped by Its Own History (And What That Means for Beaver County)
Pennsylvania’s history shaped its rise—and its challenges. From steel and coal to fragmented municipalities, this piece explores how Beaver County can learn from the past without repeating it.
Want to be a successful entrepreneur? Steer clear of this advice.
A clear-eyed look at Think and Grow Rich: separating useful motivation from fabricated myths, exposing Napoleon Hill’s shaky legacy, and arguing for discipline over gurus.
What’s Wrong With Drug Advertising? Almost Everything.
Pharmaceutical ads now dominate American news, shaping diagnoses, prescriptions, and public perception—raising questions about medicine, media influence, and who really benefits.
What the Heck Is Happening to Bitcoin? Andre Jikh Explains
Why is Bitcoin falling despite scarcity? A look at AI-driven job disruption, debt, synthetic crypto supply, and global market stress reshaping money and volatility.