Nic Pizzolatto has an instinct for tragedy, but he wants Americans to reconcile themselves to the violence of their society.

New civic institutes could help train up a generation of articulate politicians and citizens.

Labour’s attempts to reform the UK House of Commons shows the threat posed to individualism by overzealous modernisers.

The common claim that just seventeen percent of the founding generation was “churched” is founded on bad social science.

The present system of banking oversight is not working. A privatized one might be better.

Benjamin Rush’s theory about physical work and mental health can help today’s idle men.

Progressive ideology poses a serious threat to the rule of law, and the Founders’ idea of a constitutional democracy.

Eric Hoffer’s writings can help us understand the global appeal of populism.

States have no friends, only interests—and the United States needs to focus more on what’s most vital.

If Israel hopes for peace, it should refocus its efforts on expanding and consolidating the Abraham Accords.

Walter Scott’s 1824 historical novel illustrates the value of this ancient virtue.

The cult classic Dead Poets Society shows audiences what has gone wrong with the modern academy.

Market competition encourages honesty, and increases public trust.

Israel’s precision attack conforms to the demands of just-war theory and the laws of armed conflict.