Don't Let Washington Do to Airlines What it Did to Amtrak
Subjecting airlines to burdensome new regulations wouldn’t make air travel better. Rather, it would lead to higher costs, fewer routes and less-satisfied travelers.
Why the Public Thinks the Country Is in Recession
Consumers can’t ignore their own financial conditions. And these indicators are weighing heavily on voter confidence in the economy.
Senate Elections Could Decide the Presidency--or Vice Versa
It’s entirely possible that instead of the Democratic-leaning Senate races helping Biden win reelection, the presidential race will help Republicans take back the Senate.
We Need a 'Most Embarrassing Member of Congress' Award
If there were to be a vote over the most embarrassing member of Congress, it should be among the members and by secret ballot. That way, party members wouldn’t feel as compelled to defend their colleagues who are doing the indefensible.
How the President Hides His Policy Agenda from the Public
The Biden White House constantly warns that “democracy” is on the ballot this fall. Given the administration’s fondness for rulemaking-by-guidance, and its desire to ignore accountability and the normal legislative process, the administration itself may be the biggest threat to democracy.
Confessions of a Former NPR Commentator: The Network Has Changed
These days, diversity of opinion is something the media only like to tout, not practice.
Energy Pipeline Companies Should Follow the Rules of the Road
While Texans understand the value of natural gas, we also appreciate that industry development must work within a framework that respects the rights of others. This is a critical principle that will allow the industry to continue to flourish.
5 Bizarre Presidential Election Scenarios
There is a distinct possibility that this election could lead the country down paths never before taken—with potentially disastrous consequences.
Unlike COVID, We Know Debt Crisis is Coming. How Will We Explain Why We Didn't Act?
The next generation—our children—will curse us for handing them this mess and refusing to deal with problems we can see are coming. And we won’t be able to claim ignorance.
The New 'Axil of Evil' is Bigger, Better Armed and Power-Hungry
Today, there’s a different, four-country Axis of Evil: Russia, China, Iran and North Korea.