Author: David Gregoire

A voter who once trusted that any U.S. citizen 18 or older and registered should be free to vote now questions that certainty after watching New York City’s recent mayoral election and the consequences that unfolded. I used to believe that any U.S. citizen age 18 or older who is registered to vote should be able to do so, and that simple principle felt like the backbone of our democracy. After observing the chaos and controversy around New York City’s recent mayoral election, that confidence has shifted toward concern. The election exposed practical failures and incentives that demand a hard…

Pope Leo XIV challenged Lebanon’s political leaders on Sunday to be true peacemakers and put their differences aside, as he sought to give Lebanon’s long-suffering people a message of hope. The pope’s call landed in a country weighed down by economic collapse, political paralysis, and a public that has little patience for empty promises. Religious and civic leaders alike watched as a high-profile appeal aimed to nudge Lebanon’s elites toward real change. For many Lebanese, the visit was less about ceremony and more about whether words would translate into action. Lebanon’s crisis is not just a series of bad decisions;…

Rep. Troy Nehls announced on Saturday that he will retire from Congress, joining a growing list of lawmakers stepping down and setting the stage for an open-seat scramble that will matter to GOP voters and the balance in Washington. Republicans are watching the news with a mix of realism and opportunity. Open seats are where parties remake themselves, and one departure can shift campaign calendars, donor attention, and strategic priorities in a hurry. For local activists and national strategists alike, a single retirement means a new contest to pick a candidate who can hold the lane and push conservative priorities…

Pope Leo XIV traveled to Turkey, opened a pivotal day of his first papal trip, and urged the country’s small Catholic community to take pride and find strength in its size as the visit aims to bolster Christians. Pope Leo XIV addressed Turkey’s tiny Catholic community on Friday, urging members to see their small numbers as a source of resilience rather than a weakness. The remarks came as he opened a key day of his first papal trip, which officials framed as an effort to bolster Christians. The tone was pastoral, steady, and focused on solidarity. The pope’s message landed…

This piece lays out four core reasons, from a conservative perspective, why people on the right still have cause to be grateful for the United States, focusing on political structure, economic freedom, social institutions, and national defense while speaking directly to those who are frustrated or disillusioned. For many on the right, frustration comes from seeing principles tested and institutions strained, but that does not erase the foundations that built this country. Recognizing what remains strong helps turn anger into purpose and clarity. The following reasons are practical and rooted in how America was designed to work. The Constitution and…

George Mason University fired an adjunct professor after he drank alcohol with undergraduate students in class last week, and the campus faces questions about policy, safety, and how such incidents are handled. George Mason University dismissed an adjunct instructor following an incident in which he consumed alcohol with undergraduate students during a class session last week. The termination was immediate and has drawn attention to classroom conduct standards. Details about any internal review remain limited to the basic fact of the dismissal. Adjunct faculty teach a large share of courses at many universities, often juggling part-time contracts and varied oversight.…

This piece examines a senior Defense official’s direction to the services on how service members should be treated, outlines the expectations set for military leadership, and explores the implications for morale and accountability within the armed forces. The message from senior Pentagon leadership was blunt and direct, aimed at correcting how the services handle personnel issues. It underscores a need for consistent treatment across branches and a recommitment to standards that protect dignity and honor. For many veterans and commanders, this is not just policy talk; it is a call to restore proper order and respect in uniformed life. ‘I…

President Trump late Tuesday disputed reports that he wants to temporarily extend enhanced Obamacare subsidies for two years, but he also left the door open to negotiating an extension as part of a broader deal. Late Tuesday, the president pushed back on coverage suggesting he favored a straight two-year extension of enhanced Obamacare subsidies, while also indicating some willingness to bargain. His statement undercut some headlines but did not slam the door on a compromise that could move Congress. That mix of denial and openness is shaping how lawmakers on both sides read his intentions. The subsidies in question refer…

President Trump said he has ordered Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff and Army Secretary Dan Driscoll to open talks — one with Russia and the other with Ukraine — while praising what he called “tremendous progress” in his administration’s efforts. President Trump announced a directive that sends Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff to engage with Russian officials and instructs Army Secretary Dan Driscoll to meet with Ukrainian counterparts. That simple move signals a hands-on approach to diplomacy and defense, with the White House clearly steering its own contacts. The names involved underline the administration’s preference for trusted operators rather than…

A coalition of Democratic senators labeled ‘The Fight Club’ has publicly pushed back on Senate Minority Leader Charles E. Schumer’s midterm plan, exposing fissures in the party’s approach to the fall elections. Republicans watching this should not be surprised; divided parties don’t win key Senate races. The group calling itself ‘The Fight Club’ is a signal that Schumer’s control over strategy is being tested by senators who think a different tack will improve their chances. That internal pressure opens an opportunity to point out Democratic disunity to voters tired of mixed messages. The dissenters argue Schumer’s strategy is too cautious…