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Family as the First Government

Strong families lead to a strong nation. The work of rebuilding a nation begins not with elections or legislation, but with faithful parents raising children who know and love Jesus.

First Principles

First Principles: Why Rights Come from God, Not Government

Discover why the founders believed rights come from God, not government, and how biblical first principles anchor freedom for conservative families seeking truth.

First Amendment

The First Amendment: The Heart of American Democracy

The First Amendment serves as the foundation of American democracy, ensuring freedoms that protect our ability to think, speak, and act independently. This blog explores the five key protections it guarantees—Freedom of Speech, Press, Religion, Assembly, and Petition—and examines why these rights are essential for progress, accountability, and the preservation of liberty. Gain a deeper understanding of how these freedoms shape our society and the responsibilities that come with them.

Citizens

The Power of Citizen Voices: How Public Outcry Can Defeat Legislation

In a thriving democracy, the power of public outcry can shape the course of legislation and protect the values we hold dear. When citizens unite with knowledge, purpose, and organization, their voices can halt harmful laws and inspire meaningful change. History has shown that from blocking federal repeals to defeating state-level bills, collective action matters. But effective outcry requires more than passion—it demands being informed, strategic, and united. By leveraging tools like social media, contacting representatives, and joining grassroots movements, we can ensure that democracy truly works for the people. The question is: will you use your voice to make a difference?

Legislature

Why it is Much Easier to Kill a Bill than to Pass One: Understanding the Legislative Process

The U.S. legislative process makes passing a bill hard to ensure only thoughtful, well-supported laws become reality. Designed by the Founding Fathers, it prevents rash decisions and protects democracy through rigorous debate and compromise. Each step—from committees to potential vetoes—safeguards freedoms and encourages citizen involvement. This slow but deliberate process ensures laws reflect broad consensus and strengthens democracy.

Power

The Dangers of Concentrated Power: Why No Sinful Man Should Have Too Much Control

The Founding Fathers, understanding the corrupting potential of power, created a system of checks and balances to prevent any one person or group from gaining absolute control. They divided authority among three branches—executive, legislative, and judicial—ensuring accountability and guarding against tyranny. Inspired by historical examples of power’s corruptive nature, they kept power closer to the people through the 10th Amendment, reserving certain powers to the states. The Founders knew liberty could only flourish in a government with built-in accountability, where leaders are answerable to the people. This structure is essential to protect individual rights and uphold freedom.

Bureaucracy

How Educational Bureaucracy Is Draining Resources from Classrooms

Excessive bureaucracy in the American education system diverts resources from classrooms, impacting both teachers and students. Administrative costs and regulatory demands pull funding away from essential classroom needs, leaving teachers burdened with paperwork and students, especially in low-income areas, without adequate support. To improve efficiency, schools must simplify administrative structures and focus resources on student learning and teacher support, ensuring education is driven by the needs of classrooms rather than bureaucracy.

Liberty

When Stealing Is Not Punished, Liberty Is Denied: The Importance of Upholding the Rule of Law

A society rooted in freedom and justice depends on the rule of law to safeguard individual rights, particularly property rights. When theft goes unpunished, it undermines public trust, disproportionately harms vulnerable individuals, and discourages productivity. Protecting property rights through enforcement is crucial for a free society, as unchecked theft not only endangers personal security but threatens broader liberties, like freedom of speech and assembly. Upholding the law ensures equal protection for all citizens, reinforcing the foundation of liberty and justice.

Voting

The Importance of Voter Participation: Addressing the Growing Disengagement

Despite the rights offered by a democratic system, a substantial number of eligible U.S. voters do not participate in elections, raising concerns about the health of democracy. Low voter turnout, especially in midterm elections, means that critical decisions on policies affecting healthcare, education, and civil rights are influenced by fewer voices, often those of special interests or smaller groups. Addressing this issue involves educating citizens on the power of their vote, simplifying the voting process, and fostering community initiatives to boost civic engagement, especially among young voters, ensuring a government that reflects all voices.

Equality & Equity

The Hidden Costs of Equity: How it Harms Us All, Especially the Poor

This post examines the distinctions between equity and equality, raising concerns about the impact of equity-based policies. While equity seeks equal outcomes through resource redistribution, this approach can stifle individual motivation and create cycles of dependency, particularly for disadvantaged groups. Equality of opportunity emphasizes providing universal access to education, skills, and resources, enabling people to succeed through their own efforts. True progress is achieved by empowering individuals, not by enforcing uniform outcomes.

Racism

Was America Founded in Racism? Exploring a Complex History

The question of whether America was founded in racism is layered, reflecting both the high ideals of liberty and equality and the harsh reality of slavery at the nation’s start. While the Declaration of Independence proclaimed equality, slavery was entrenched, and early policies perpetuated racial inequality. However, these founding ideals have also inspired generations to fight for civil rights and justice. Thus, America’s origins are marked by contradictions—rooted in both injustice and powerful principles that have fueled ongoing efforts toward equality and freedom for all.

Political Institutions

How America's Civil and Political Institutions Work—And How You Can Make a Difference

What is the basic structure and function of the U.S. government and the role of citizens in influencing it? Government needs checks and balances so no one group of people has too much power. The three branches are the legislative branch (Congress), which makes laws; the executive branch (the president), which enforces them; and the judicial branch (the courts), which interprets laws and ensures they follow the Constitution. Citizens can shape the government through voting and advocacy, an essential piece of upholding democracy.

Founding Principles

The Principles and Ideals That Shaped America: A Nation Built on Liberty, Justice, and Self-Governance

What were the original principles and ideals that significantly influenced the founding of the United States? In this post, we discuss three critical values that contributed to setting the foundation of America: Liberty, Justice, and Self-Governance. In addition, we discuss why maintaining these principles is crucial to the preservation of America.

Civics Class

Introducing Our New Blog Series: Exploring American Civics with Michael Farris

We are thrilled to launch a new blog series that closely follows the curriculum of the American Civics Series led by Michael Farris. Twice a week, we’ll dive into the core principles and topics covered in the Series—starting from Unit 1 and progressing all the way to Unit 25. Each post will highlight the foundational ideals that shaped the United States and offer insights into the civic responsibilities we carry today. Our goal is to foster informed discussion and help build a community focused on preserving American democracy through knowledge and action. Now, let's kick off this series with our first post, exploring the significance of free speech.

Free Lecture

Free American Civics Course Introduction: Earn Government Credit for Homeschoolers with Michael Farris

Discover the essentials of American civics with our free introductory lecture, perfect for homeschoolers seeking government credit. Led by constitutional expert Michael Farris, this course offers a comprehensive understanding of government principles, civic duties, and the rights of citizens. Start your journey today and empower yourself with the knowledge to participate effectively in our democracy. Ideal for students, educators, and adults passionate about civic education.

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