Personal Responsibility on Townhall

This July 4th Celebrate Food Independence Day Tue Jun 28

Julie Gunlock

"Increasingly Americans seem willing to give up some of their freedoms and are letting government control their choices. Consider government's growing involvement in Americans' food choices." ... more
Citizens Not Politicians Make America Great Mon Jun 20

Terry Paulson

Even in a crowded metropolitan area like Los Angeles, if the local news covers a story about a family in need, the response is heart-warming, overwhelming, and immediate. In America, you are not alone. Americans care, and they put that caring into action. ... more
Keep Jesus Out of Your Socialism (Part 2) Tue Jun 14

Michael Youssef

In part one of this series, I made clear, from the words of Jesus and the New Testament, that ministering to the poor and the needy among us is the work of Christian individuals and the church, not the secular government. ... more
Living Within Smaller Means Wed Jun 8

Carrie Schwab Pomerantz

Dear Carrie: I just graduated with a business degree and was lucky to find a job in Los Angeles. I'm excited, but a bit worried, too, because the job doesn't pay that much and I know it costs a lot to live in LA. ... more
Gingrich vs Ryan Mon May 23

Star Parker

The most sweeping reform signed into law during the Newt Gingrich era as House Speaker was the 1996 Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act – popularly known as welfare reform. ... more
Libya: Toothless Lawfare Amid Warfare Wed May 18

Austin Bay

his week, International Criminal Court (ICC) prosecutors announced that they intend to indict Libyan dictator Moammar Gadhafi on an array of charges, including war crimes and crimes against humanity. Gadhafi's regime immediately dismissed the ICC investigation as imperialist propaganda. ... more
Crass and Cynical on Illegal Immigration Thu May 12

John Ransom

It’s so much easier for the president just to give a speech about immigration reform, and keep a important voting demographic entirely subject to his whim, rather than go through the hassle of writing legislation that might actually be read by members of the public. ... more
Obama's Tax Hypocrisy Mon Apr 18

Lurita Doan

President Obama wants to convince the nation that many Americans, most of them small business owners, must pay more tax as “their fair share” of huge, annual deficits. What Mr. Obama never mentions is that he has surrounded himself with key advisors and selected key members of his Administration that are tax cheats. ... more
New York Welcomes the Unhappy Meal Mon Apr 11

Julie Gunlock

Parents have many responsibilities. Getting the kids up and ready for school, making sure they do their homework and practice proper manners. ... more
Smoke, Mirrors and Other Deceptions Thu Feb 17

Cal Thomas

On the home page of the Office of Management and Budget website, President Obama is quoted: "Rather than fight the same tired battles that have dominated Washington for decades, it's time to try something new." ... more
Cutting Crime. Cutting Costs. Reinforcing Conservatism. Fri Feb 11

Marc Levin

Along with scores of conservative Republicans, right-of-center values won the 2010 midterm elections, as the principles of limited government, reduced spending and public-sector accountability earned the frustrated public’s support. ... more
Culture Challenge of the Week: Neglected Character Tue Feb 8

Rebecca Hagelin

No matter how successful our children are—in terms of the arts, sports, and academic achievement—it matters little if we’ve failed to set their moral compass for life. ... more
5 Reasons Liberals Aren't As Happy as Conservatives Tue Feb 1

John Hawkins

Did you know liberals aren't as happy as conservatives? Of course, you did. How could you not know it after listening to them incessantly wail, gripe, whine, and complain about everything? ... more
Ike's Admonition Sun Jan 23

Ken Connor

The 50th anniversary of President Dwight D. Eisenhower's famous farewell address to the nation has prompted much discussion about the prescience of his message. ... more
Restoring a Culture of Life Mon Jan 17

Star Parker

A campaign launched in Los Angeles this week seeks to raise awareness to what is becoming known as “black genocide” – the devastation occurring in black America as result of abortion. ... more
The Witch Hunt vs. Evil Doers Wed Jan 12

Janice Shaw Crouse

All decent human beings mourn the heinous action that felled so many wonderful people and touches the lives of so many others. Sadly, some in the mainstream media, and liberal pundits on the cable television channels, are using this sad event to score political points, blaming the highest profile targets from the right. ... more
Welcome to Personal Responsibility 101 Mon Jan 10

Mike Adams

Back in 2002, I decided to join the fight against campus speech codes because I considered them to be the principal threat against liberty in the 21st Century. I was also concerned that Abraham Lincoln was right when he said that looking at our schools today is a good way to see what the nation will look like in twenty years. ... more
Facing the Coming Storm Mon Jan 3

Terry Paulson

There are forces in play in 2011 that make for the perfect storm. How we face it in 2011 will determine the future of America. ... more
Don't Ask Don't Tell Repeal a Mistake Mon Dec 27

Star Parker

Our 111th congress, in its lame duck session, has given America a Christmas present in the way of repeal of the “Don’t Ask Don’t Tell” law. ... more
Mitt Romney Does the Healthcare Straddle Sun Dec 19

Jeff Jacoby

Q: When it comes to a government overhaul of health care, what is the difference between Barack Obama and Mitt Romney? A: Obama was against an individual insurance mandate before he was for it. Romney was for the mandate before he was against it. ... more
Time Machine Tue Nov 16

Cal Thomas

Like the Democrats' health care "reform" measure, the Debt Commission's initial recommendations, which will be followed by the full report Dec. 1 contains some good ideas, but the overall template remains flawed because it fails to address the main problem, which is government that encroaches on individual liberty, personal responsibility and living within one's means. ... more
Why the Left Despises Personal Responsibility Sun Mar 7

Kevin McCullough

If you wish to see an enjoyable evening with friends become quite animated, then overly hostile, and end in exacting bitterness, ask those in attendance to choose between the following. ... more
Dennis Talks to Dick Morris Mon Aug 31

Allen Estrin
What's Your Latitude? Wed Feb 4

Ericka Andersen
Dennis and Arnold Share a Cigar Fri Dec 19

Allen Estrin
The Ol' Bait and Switch Mon May 5

Amanda Carpenter