No Name Calling Week Revisited

January 27, 2005 | by | Topic: The Persuaders

Recently I wrote a column criticizing an event known as “No Name Calling Week.” NNCW is an event created by the Gay, Lesbian and Straight Educators Network to address name calling and gay public policy objectives all at once. Since … Read more>

Permanent link to this article»

Principle or Pragmatism?

January 20, 2005 | by | Topic: The Persuaders

A little success is a dangerous thing, especially with regard to a political movement fuelled by ideas. Perhaps some sober self-examination at this time of inauguration would be prudent, if only as a healthy antidote to current conservative triumphalism.

Yes, … Read more>

Permanent link to this article»

VISION & VALUES CONCISE: Is God Invited to the Inaugural?

January 17, 2005 | by | Topic: Vision & Values Concise E-publications

Editor’s note: This article first appeared in National Review.

George W. Bush will soon be delivering his second inaugural address. Will he mention God? Or, perhaps the better question is: Will any mention of God by Bush be tolerated … Read more>

Permanent link to this article»

Teens Listen?

January 3, 2005 | by | Topic: The Content of Character

In 1988, George Michael won a Grammy award for his album Faith. This disc featured sexually graphic songs, the most controversial being “I Want Your Sex.” Apparently teens were listening to Mr. Michael. That same year, the Centers for Disease … Read more>

Permanent link to this article»