Does the Attack on Iran Constitute a “Just War”?

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The concept of a “just war,” rooted in the writings of St. Augustine and adopted as foreign policy by the Vatican, is defined by three primary criteria: just cause (a legitimate reason for fighting), right intention (the desired outcome after the conflict), and proportionality (ensuring the military response is not excessive relative to the provocation). … Read more

God Designed the World with Moral Order

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Publisher’s Note. Dr. Patty Mann, a Catholic religious education teacher and writer residing in the San Diego area, penned this essay. By Dr. Patty Mann, Carlsbad, CA We are only eight days into Lent, but often we need some encouragement at this point. If we had a slip in our efforts, the devil would love … Read more

Standards and Requirements for Becoming an ICE Officer

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Democrats are loudly demanding higher standards for ICE officers. However, the example they use—discontinuing the use of face masks—relates more to operating procedures than to standards. A better example of wanting to raise standards would be completing 52 weeks of training instead of the current 22. To become an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officer … Read more

The Return of Energy Dominance: A New Era of American Strength

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How Trump is Reshaping Global Markets and Securing the American Future The recent State of the Union address signaled more than a mere policy shift; it heralded the definitive return of energy dominance as the cornerstone of American grand strategy. For decades, the United States operated from a position of energy scarcity and defensive posture. … Read more

When Compassion Leads to Self-Destruction

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“Lavish social safety nets have created dependency rather than productivity, while unchecked immigration has eroded cultural foundations rooted in Christian-humanist traditions.” View article.