“Events, dear boy, events.” That’s how former British Prime Minister Harold Macmillan once described the difference between success or failure for his ministry. Four years ago, voter backlash against the political establishment and globalism brought about two stunning political upsets. British voters chose to “Take Back Control” by skipping town on the European Union. And...
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State legislatures have the power to determine the presidential election
Under the U.S. Constitution, state legislatures have power over presidential elections. They may have to use it. Over the past week, allegations of widespread election fraud have been made in several crucial 2020 swing states. Lawsuits filed by the Trump campaign contain sworn affidavits from election officials who claim they were directed to ignore or...
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A Biden win is not the end of American conservatism
Many have rightfully viewed 2020 as a defining moment for the United States’ path forward; however, the results of this election, which are still being recounted and verified, show something different than expected. It appears that the Republicans are likely to lose the presidency but keep the U.S. Senate — dependent upon the Georgia runoff...
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Hillsdale students should dress to respect
American fashion designer Rachel Zoe once said, “Style is a way to say who you are without having to speak.” When choosing what to wear, you are choosing how to present yourself to others.Your peers notice, your professors notice, and yes, you notice. In other words, what you wear says a lot about what you...
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Made in China? The U.S. military shouldn’t buy it
All I wanted was the Barbie Teresa and Mika set from Target. It came with a Barbie doll, a small toy cat, and a bath to wash the pet. I begged and begged my mom, but when she found the three magic words “made in China” on the outside of the box, it was a...