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Stop Pretending That Colleges Are Nonprofit Institutions
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- By Stephen Moore
Here's a recent story from the Chicago Tribune that jumped off the page when I read it. Northwestern University is finishing up the construction of a new $800 million football stadium. This is supposedly a nonprofit "educational" entity.
Uh-huh.
Northwestern -- an "institution of higher learning" located outside of Chicago -- is flush with cash. It has an endowment of nearly $15 billion, and the tax-free donations keep flowing in.
Almost all the $800 million -- which rivals the cost of professional sports arenas with luxury skyboxes and opulent decor -- for the lavish Taj Mahal football stadium on the shores of Lake Michigan was donated to the school with tax-deductible dollars. About half the money came from multibillionaire Pat Ryan. No word yet as to whether the Northwestern stadium will come with hot tubs in the end zones.
Ask Ralph Media Celebrates 1,000th Episode of Financially Confident Christian
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- By Ask Ralph Media, Inc.
A Daily Podcast Empowering Listeners to Overcome Financial Shame with Faith and Practical Wisdom
MIDDLETOWN, Del. — Ask Ralph Media, Inc., a leader in faith-forward financial education, today announced the release of Episode 1,000 of its daily podcast, Financially Confident Christian. Hosted by licensed accountant and business coach Ralph Estep Jr., the show delivers short, steady encouragement for people who want calmer money habits rooted in biblical truth.
Johnson: Tax Dollars 'Will Never Be Used to Pay for Abortion. Period. Full Stop. End of Sentence.'
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- By Suzanne Bowdey - The Washington Stand
They’ve only been in session a week, but it’s already been a rocky new year for Republican leaders. Despite a big win on appropriations that brings Congress one step closer to avoiding a government shutdown, virtually everything has been overshadowed by the stormy clouds of the health care debate. First, President Trump dropped an atomic bomb on his party with his sudden “flexibility” on taxpayer-funded abortion. Then, 17 members of House Speaker Mike Johnson’s (R-La.) majority decided to become the first Republicans ever to vote for the expensive failure known as Obamacare. But as the speaker knows better than anyone: since when has the GOP made anything easy?
Statehouse Update January 13-15
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- By Brendan Connors - SC Policy Council
The second half of the 2025-26 legislative session starts this week. Lawmakers are wasting no time picking up where they left off—and we’re right alongside them. Each week, the Policy Council will bring you updates on legislation dealing with the budget, tax relief, government transparency, and other issues that matter most to the success of our great state. As of Monday, January 12, here are the bills we are keeping an eye on.
2026 Legislative Priorities
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- By SC Freedom Caucus
Closed Primaries - H.3310
By a margin of more than 80%, the voters of South Carolina have repeatedly told the legislature that they want closed partisan primaries. Yet despite the bill to do so being filed for more than 20 years, we’ve never even received a subcommittee meeting until now. The external pressure from voters and the actions of the SCFC inside the chamber have led to the closed primary bill, H 3310, being scheduled for a hearing on January 15th at 9am. That’s the good news. Here’s the bad news…
The House rules state that all committee meetings automatically adjourn at 10am when we start session on the floor of the House. Those in leadership who oppose closed primaries decided to use this rule to try and thwart the will of the voters by placing 3 other bills ahead of H 3310 on the committee schedule. If the hour runs out without a vote on 3310, then it will not move on to full committee or the floor for a vote.
Oreshnik Number 2
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- By Mike Scruggs
The Russian Hypersonic Missile and Its Message
On January 8, the Russians fired an Oreshnik hypersonic ballistic missile at a largely underground natural gas storage facility near Lviv, in western Ukraine, from central Russia. It is the second Oreshnik that has been used in the Ukraine-NATO Proxy War against Russia. The Oreshnik is now in serial production. The first experimental test of the Oreshnik against Ukraine was on November 21, 2024, against an industrial aerospace military plant near Dnipro, Ukraine’s fourth largest city, on the eastern bank of the Dnieper River.
Trump and Venezuela: It’s a Lot More Than Oil
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- By Joseph M. Bianchi
The present situation in Venezuela seems to be a foreign policy conundrum: Maduro is in custody, but the country is still extremely unstable. Trump has been promulgating a “Make Venezuela Great Again” idea by having their vast oil reserves under the control of the US government as well as American oil companies who have had a rough ride with the country.
However, underneath the alleged benefits of having Venezuela sell their reserves exclusively to the US, there is a game of chess going on that needs to be pointed out—and applauded.
First, some background.
Warrior For American Independence—The Story Of “ATAYATAGHRONGHTA” (Colonel Joseph Louis Cook)
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- By W.H. Lamb
Who, you might reasonably ask, was “Atayataghronghta”? I had never heard that Native American name in my many years of historical reading and research centered around our Revolutionary War period, but I had once come across his English name a long time ago: Joseph Louis Cook (c. 1737-1814), also called Colonel Louis Cook in historical records. It wasn’t until I read his life story a few years ago in my wife’s D.A.R. magazine: American Spirit, November/December 2021 Issue (Vol. 155, #6), in an article by Amanda Taylor, titled, “Unwavering Dedication to the Cause”, that I was able to finally put his Indian and his English names together and discover a not unknown, but long underappreciated and almost forgotten, American patriot whose “dedication to the cause” of American liberty should be much better known.
Greenville County Citizens Academy: Building Informed Community Leaders
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- By Benton Blount - Chairman of Greenville County Council
I’m excited to share that applications are now open for the 2026 Citizens Academy, a program that has quickly become one of the most meaningful ways residents can gain a deeper understanding of how Greenville County Government works.
Launched two years ago in partnership with fellow council members and county staff, the Citizens Academy was created to pull back the curtain on county government, how decisions are made, how services are delivered, and how taxpayer dollars are managed. I’m proud to have been part of the effort to bring this program to life, and even more proud of the impact it’s already had.
Masters of Seduction, an Introduction
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- By Kathleen Marquardt - American Policy Center
For decades many of us have been trying to wake the public up to the machinations of a plethora of our leaders working toward a one-world order controlled by the rich and powerful, to be structured on Marxism/communism.
Understand that for many years, there were dedicated citizens who tried to expose the dangers of the push for communist/Marxist world control. Those on the side of free -market, laissez-faire capitalism, property rights, personal freedoms were ridiculed, blackmailed, and otherwise treated like scum of the earth – so no “civilized” person would be silly enough to believe in their foolish statements against the United Nations, the World Bank, or even Greenpeace. Face it, General McArthur, Joseph McCarthy, General Benton Partin, Paul Harvey were the kind of leaders our great forefathers had been who wrote the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution. But these more recent were vilified and driven out of “the right” society.
Make-A-Wish South Carolina Honors Jeff Tallman for Nine Years of Dedicated Service
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- By Make-A-Wish South Carolina
Make-A-Wish South Carolina proudly recognizes Jeff Tallman for his extraordinary commitment and leadership as a board member, marking an unprecedented nine-year tenure from 2016 to 2025. During Jeff’s service, the chapter granted 1,780 life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses across the state.
Pastor’s Day at the Capitol Press Conference
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Wednesday, January 14 - 11 a.m.
First Floor Lobby – South Carolina Capitol
COLUMBIA, S.C. (January 13, 2026) – A number of statewide religious organizations, including Palmetto Family Alliance, Faith Wins America, South Carolina Association of Christian Schools, as well as denominational and church leadership including SC Baptists and the Churches of God in South Carolina will take part in a “Pastor’s Day at the Capitol” press conference Wednesday, January 14, at 11 a.m. in the first floor lobby of the South Carolina State Capitol.
Utah board member’s blunt message to parents: Get your kids out of ‘broken, corrupt’ system
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- By USPIE
USPIE’s new report, ‘Are Government Schools Redeemable?’ explains why government schools are irredeemable and why parents must get their children out — now
A member of the Utah State Board of Education (USBE) issued a scathing X post on January 2, warning parents to get their kids out of the state’s government schools.
Christina Boggess called the Utah education establishment “a broken, corrupt, and morally bankrupt system that no longer serves the children or families of this state.” She issued a “blunt and urgent” message to parents to “get your children out of Utah’s government schools as quickly as possible,” because “real change is not coming,” according to the Daily Caller.
Free Healthcare Clinic Coming to Greenville, South Carolina in February to Address Limited Access to Care
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- By Press Release
RAM to provide free medical and vision services at University of South Carolina School of Medicine in Greenville on February 14-15
GREENVILLE, S.C. - For millions of Americans access to basic healthcare is a challenge at best and an impossibility at worst. Due to geographic or economic barriers, much of the U.S. population is uninsured or underinsured. Remote Area Medical (RAM®) is stepping in to address this issue by offering a free, comprehensive dental, vision, and medical clinic at University of South Carolina School of Medicine in Greenville located at 607 Grove Road, Greenville, SC 29605 on February 14-15. This upcoming clinic will provide dental, vision, and medical care to those who might otherwise go without these essential services. This free RAM Clinic is hosted by University of South Carolina School of Medicine Greenville.
Compromise Reached, But Public Trust Remains Unsettled After County Administrator Vote
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- By James Spurck, Publisher
The Contract Is Signed. Trust Is Not.
After multiple meetings and two separate votes, one issue is dominating Greenville County’s political conversation: the County Administrator’s employment contract.
Recently, Greenville County Council finalized an 18-month contract extension for County Administrator Joe Kernell. It was a decision that has left many county citizens frustrated, skeptical, and questioning whether the new council elected in 2024 is delivering the change voters expected.
With the contract signed, the public’s mistrust of the County Administrator is now spilling over onto the new council members.
It appears that inside the council chambers, however, the decision was not as simple as “renew or remove.” What emerged was a compromise — one that supporters say creates stability and a path forward, while critics argue it perpetuates a status quo the public no longer trusts.
Speaker Speaks at First Monday
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- By Terry M. Thacker
Murrell Smith, Speaker of the South Carolina House of Representatives, addressed the First Monday Club this past Monday. First Monday is a Republican group that hosts political and governmental speakers at their monthly luncheons.
Smith was there to inform the attendees about what to expect in the legislative session that is about to begin.
“I believe South Carolina is moving in the right direction under the leadership of Governor (Henry) McMaster and Lieutenant Governor (Pam) Evette. What they have done has really set South Carolina apart,” said Smith.
Evette was in attendance at Monday's luncheon, as was former speaker and former ambassador to Canada David Wilkins.
Petitions, Protests, and Power Bills: Spartanburg Faces Data Center Debacle
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- By Palmetto State Watch Foundation
As South Carolina continues to be flooded with data center proposals, Spartanburg County citizens have decided to push back. Following a heated county council meeting, a petition has sparked renewed scrutiny over how these facilities are approved, who benefits from them, and who bears the costs. At the center of the debate are familiar questions that this outlet raised just last month: taxpayer-subsidized infrastructure, rising utility demands, and the issue of local government spending taxpayer money to raise the costs of utilities on said taxpayers.
Time to Act: Equal Protection Bill Scheduled for January 14th Hearing in Columbia
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- By United Patriots Alliance
Ready to pass meaningful anti-abortion legislation that will rid South Carolina of abortion once and for all? Now is the time to act. The South Carolina Prenatal Equal Protection Act (H.3537) is scheduled for a hearing in Constitutional Laws Subcommittee this Wednesday, January 14th at 12pm in Room 110 of the Blatt Building. You can view the agenda HERE.
Interestingly, the “pro-life” establishment’s bill (H.4760) is scheduled to be heard right before the equal protection bill.
Miss Oklahoma Honors Naval Icons Verna Linzey and Stanford Linzey Jr. at Wreaths Across America Ceremony
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- By Jonathan Sciano - Former US Air Force Sergeant
Annual Commemoration at MCAS Miramar
SAN DIEGO, Calif. — Family members, veterans, and community leaders gathered on Dec. 13, 2025, at Miramar National Cemetery for the annual Wreaths Across America ceremony. The event honored fallen military members with a poignant observance featuring leadership from Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Miramar and a moving tribute to two legendary naval figures.
A highlight of the ceremony was a tribute by Miss Oklahoma Jessica Ashmore, who honored Verna Linzey and her husband, Capt. Stanford E. Linzey Jr., CHC, USN (Ret.).
Congress Votes to Deregulate Showerheads While HHS Implements New Nutrition Guidelines
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- By Eagle Forum
Getting Cleaner Inside & Out
What do showerheads and food pyramids have in common? Both have been hot topics of conversation this week in Washington, D.C., and both are about getting cleaner — and leaner! The federal government has been put on a diet. For the last year, the Trump administration has shrunk the size and scope of the bloated bureaucracy. President Donald Trump promised on his campaign trail to scrap ten regulations for every one that he proposed. Not only did he keep that promise, but the Administration also exceeded his goal. The Office of Management and Budget (OMB) recently reported that the Trump administration eliminated 646 regulations while implementing only 5 new regulations (a 129-to-1 ratio). In doing so, the federal government has saved $211.8 billion, resulting in $600 savings per American.
Do ERVs Prove Common Descent?
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- By Charles Creager, Jr.
ERVs are probably the best argument that evolutionists have for universal common descent. After all, at least on the surface, it makes sense that the only way that different organisms could share the same viruses in the same location would be by common descent. However, a close look at this claim shows that it does not really work for several reasons. One of which is that it would make more sense if these genetic elements were non-functional, but not only are these segments of DNA functional, but they often perform important functions, including cellular immunity from viruses.
The Real Threat You Must Understand to Save Our Freedom With Patrick Wood
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- By Catching Fire News
Digital ID, Digital Money, Total Surveillance, AI, Data Centers. All tools in the drive for total control of our lives. Its real name is Technocracy. Tom DeWeese interviews Patrick Wood, the number one expert on Technocracy. Learn what it all means to you and why we must stand up to stop it!
Protect Girls Spaces Press Conference
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- By Palmetto Family Council
Wednesday, January 14 - 9:45 a.m.
Second Floor Lobby – South Carolina Capitol
COLUMBIA, S.C. – ADF Action and Palmetto Family Alliance are hosting a press conference on Wednesday, January 14, at 9:45 a.m. in the second-floor lobby of the South Carolina Capitol featuring legislative leaders expressing their support of laws that recognize the biological differences between females and males and protect the privacy, safety, and dignity of women and girls. It’s a lie that a man can be a woman, and that’s why men don’t belong in women’s showers, restrooms, locker rooms, or overnight accommodations. Women shouldn’t have to give up their privacy, safety, and dignity to validate someone else’s subjective perception of their identity.
Rubio to Meet Danish Officials as Trump Presses Greenland Acquisition for U.S. Security
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- By Emmitt Barry - Worthy News Washington D.C. Bureau Chief
(Worthy News) – U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio is scheduled to meet with Danish officials next week amid renewed insistence from President Donald Trump that the United States must acquire Greenland to protect American national security interests in the Arctic.
Rubio confirmed Wednesday that discussions with Danish leaders would include Greenland, while Denmark’s defense minister, Troels Lund Poulsen, welcomed the talks as an opportunity to move the debate out of the media spotlight and into direct diplomatic channels.
Ukrainian Intelligence and the Ukraine War
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- By Mike Scruggs
Understanding the War of Disinformation Propaganda
On January 2, 2026, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky appointed Lt. General Kyrylo Budanov to the position of Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine, replacing Andriy Yermak. Yermak had held the office since 2020, until resigning in November 2025 under suspicions of corruption. The office is considered the most powerful in Ukraine next to the President.
Budanov had been Chief of the Main Directorate of Intelligence for Ukraine since August 2020, which is generally considered the most powerful Ukrainian Intelligence Agency and reports to the Ministry of Defense rather than the Ukrainian military General Staff. The Main Directorate of Intelligence of Ukraine is usually abbreviated to HUR, GUR, or DIU (English). The Russian equivalent is the GRU. The HUR is also roughly equivalent to the CIA and British MI6, which took over and reformed the HUR immediately following the Maidan Revolution and coup in February 2014. The CIA has been tightly linked to the HUR since 2014 and to Budanov at least since 2020. British MI6 provides personal security to President Zelensky. Zelensky’s presidential term expired in March 2024, but he has held power because of martial law declared in March 2022. Zelensky has also banned all opposition political parties and opposition media.
MIS RAICES ESTAN AQUI!
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- By W.H. Lamb
“No one can serve two masters. Either you will hate the one and love the other, or you will be devoted to the one and despise the other. You cannot serve both God and money.” Luke 16:13.
Back in the “ancient times”, in February of 2001, I wrote an article for the old newsprint version of The Times Examiner titled: “The GrowingCurse of Hyphenated Americans.” I felt strongly about this problem of “divided loyalty” (i.e. “dual citizenship”) among Americans then, and I haven’t changed my opinion one bit since. If anything, I’m more disturbed over the “curse” of hyphenated Americans today than I was then, when it was an irritating problem, rather than the societal threat it has become. If you are blind to this potential nation-shattering problem, you really need to read this article carefully. If you revel in being a “hyphenated” American and/or you express divided loyalties to some other nation, you need to reconsider your decision!
Greenville County Council in 2026
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- By Benton Blount - Chairman of Greenville County Council
As we move further into the new year, County Council will be taking an important step to make sure we’re aligned, prepared, and focused on the work ahead. In February, we will be scheduling a Council planning retreat.
A planning retreat gives Council the opportunity to step back from the regular meeting cadence and look at the bigger picture. It’s a time to review how we operate, update any internal rules that may need adjusting, and make sure our processes are still serving both the public and the Council effectively.
America Rallies to Keep Christ in Christmas
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- By America Needs Fatima
HANOVER, Penn. — Thousands of faithful Americans gathered at 1,157 individual rosary rallies to remind us to “Keep Christ in Christmas.” Organized through America Needs Fatima, these rallies sought to reaffirm the true meaning of Christmas amid widespread cultural secularization observed during this season.
Participants offered public prayer in reparation for irreverence toward God, Our Lady, Catholics, and the traditional family – manifested in politically themed nativity displays, Christmas-themed drag performances, irreverent artistic portrayals (including “An Act of God,” which depicts God the Father and the Ten Commandments in a mocking manner), and the growing commercialization of Christmas. Sadly, the sacred meaning of the season has been eclipsed by consumerism, with holiday retail sales expected to exceed $1 trillion this year.
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