Op-Ed

Dale’s bi-weekly Op-Ed articles that run in the Moscow-Pullman Daily News.

OpEd: Fixing Birthright Citizenship: Aligning Law with Founders’ Vision

Birthright citizenship has long been treated as a given in America, but what if this widely accepted practice is based on a flawed interpretation of the 14th Amendment? The framers never intended to grant automatic citizenship to anyone born on U.S. soil, regardless of their parents’ ties to the nation. In today’s world, this outdated policy fuels illegal immigration, incentivizes birth tourism, and undermines the very concept of citizenship as a bond of allegiance and shared responsibility. With former President Trump vowing to challenge this interpretation and the Supreme Court poised to weigh in, the time has come to revisit the original meaning of the 14th Amendment and craft a citizenship policy that reflects both our history and modern realities.

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OpEd: It’s Time to Reconsider our Ukraine Strategy

From witnessing the stark divide of a city split by ideology to holding a fragment of the fallen Berlin Wall, I’ve seen firsthand how broken promises can reshape the world. Today, as NATO expands eastward and tensions with Russia escalate, we stand on the brink of repeating history’s gravest mistakes. Are we ignoring the echoes of the past, or are we unwittingly steering toward a conflict we can’t afford? It’s time to question the path we’re on before it’s too late.

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OpEd: Trump’s Victory: A Rejection of Elites and Woke Agendas

For years, America’s elites have ignored the struggles of ordinary citizens, shoving divisive agendas down our throats while dismissing the issues that truly matter. This election wasn’t just about Trump—it was a revolt against a ruling class that’s lost touch with reality. Voters sent a loud and clear message: we’re reclaiming our nation, our values, and our voice. Here’s how Trump’s victory represents more than politics—it’s a call to action for every American.

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OpEd: Free Speech is Fading — and Democrats are Pushing It

What is it with Democrats and free speech? Democrats have struggled with free expression since President Wilson pushed laws to curb dissent against U.S. involvement in World War I. The Espionage Act of 1917 criminalized anti-war speech, and Wilson used it to silence dissenters, prosecute journalists, and target activists. By 1918, Wilson expanded this with

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OpEd: How Media’s Bias Fuels Its Own Demise

Trust in the mainstream media has plummeted to record lows, and it’s no mystery why. From pushing false narratives to uncritically echoing Democrat talking points, the media has become more of a political tool than a source of truth. With Americans increasingly skeptical and younger generations tuning out altogether, it’s time to face a hard truth: unless the media returns to objective journalism, it may face extinction. This article dives into why public trust has evaporated and what the future holds if things don’t change.

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OpEd: Demographic Storm Ahead: Labor Shortage Threatens Economy

We thought we had more time, but the labor crisis isn’t looming—it’s already upon us. Back in May 2021, I warned about “The Demographic Drought,” a workforce shortage intensified by the COVID-19 pandemic. Now, with the release of Lightcast’s 2024 report, “The Rising Storm: Building a Future-Ready Workforce to Withstand the Looming Labor Shortage,” it’s

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OpEd: Rebranding Kamala: Media’s attempt to erase the past

As we barrel toward the 2024 election, the Democratic Party is scrambling to salvage what remains of its credibility. With Biden’s mental decline on full display and Kamala Harris’s widespread unpopularity, the Democrats are pulling every lever to ensure their hold on power. The past two months have revealed a party more concerned with maintaining

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OpEd: Was it Secret Service Negligence or Deliberate Sabotage at Trump Rally?

The attempted assassination of Donald Trump at the Butler Farm Show grounds reads like a C-rated Hollywood script—one so implausible that it would be outright rejected by any discerning audience. From the baffling negligence of the Secret Service to the inexplicable oversight of the FAA, every aspect of the event reeks of a deeper, more

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OpEd: Who’s Running the Country? Biden’s Debate Raises Doubts

Is President Biden fit to lead our nation? Recent events and his performance in the latest debate have cast serious doubts on his cognitive abilities and the transparency of the Democratic Party. As we approach a critical election, the urgency for a leader who can confidently and clearly articulate their vision has never been greater.

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OpEd: Convention of States – A Way to Rein in Federal Overreach

Are you tired of career politicians and runaway federal spending? The Convention of States movement offers a powerful solution to restore balance and accountability in our government. In this OpEd, I delve into how proposed amendments like congressional term limits, a balanced budget, and a line-item veto can curb federal overreach and empower states. Discover

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OpEd: Butker’s Bold Speech Defies Modern Values

The following editorial ran in today’s Moscow-Pullman Daily News.  Our society isn’t used to public figures boldly championing Christian values and challenging cultural idols, which is why Butker’s speech has incensed the left. Yet he will inspire many with his unapologetic truth and, more importantly, his boldness to live out his words as a Christian,

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OpEd: Divine Rights are Beyond the Grasp of Progressivism

In this OpEd, I discuss Politico’s award-winning investigative journalist, Heidi Przybyla, statement that only Christian nationalists believe in Divine Rights.  Politico’s award-winning investigative journalist, Heidi Przybyla, made headlines last month. On MSNBC (where else), she was discussing the boogeyman of “Christian nationalism.” Przybyla said, “The thing that unites them as Christian nationalists — not Christians

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Op-Ed: There is a Cost to Ignoring Illegal Immigration

My Op-Ed on illegal immigration ran in today’s Moscow-Pullman Daily News.  The Biden Administration is trying to shift the blame for the 10 milliion illegal aliiens onto the Republicans. That gas lighting won’t fly. Biden himself was the origin of this impossible situation. Border security is national security, and that isn’t a partisan opinion. After

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OpEd: Navigating the fourth turning: America’s cyclical crisis

Back in 1997, William Strauss and Neil Howe wrote a prophetic book: “The Fourth Turning: An American Prophecy – What the Cycles of History Tell Us About America’s Next Rendezvous with Destiny”. Based on 80-100 year cycles of history, they predicted that the next “Fourth Turning” (crisis phase) would begin around the mid-2000s and reach

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OpEd: Age, cognition, power; questioning D.C.’s geriatric leadership

The following editorial ran in today’s Moscow-Pullman Daily News.  I appreciate Ryan Uri’s editorial “Time for Democrats to Do Some Soul Searching.” Uri is the only liberal Daily News columnist willing to critique the Democrats and the DNC. The rest exhibit unwavering partisanship to anything emanating from the Biden Administration. Uri points to Biden’s age

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