Kay Coles James is president of The Heritage Foundation. James formerly served as director of the U.S. Office of Personnel Management and as Virginia's secretary of health and human resources. She is also the founder and president of The Gloucester Institute.
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You may not like the messenger, but embedded in the recent political dust-up about the crime, poverty, and despair in Baltimore were some undeniable truths…. Read More
EducationCommentary
In the lead-up to the 2020 elections, we’ve heard several proposals offering free college tuition for all, and loan forgiveness for those still carrying debt…. Read More
PoliticsCommentary
Many Americans probably have no idea of the long history of the “go back to your country” taunt and how it was used to denigrate… Read More
SocietyCommentary
This week, as Americans commemorate Independence Day and the creation of the most free, most prosperous nation on earth, we will inevitably hear from those who say… Read More
EconomyCommentary
The Heritage Foundation works every day to build a free and prosperous nation where all Americans have the opportunity to achieve their version of the… Read More
EconomyCommentary
Socialism is trending in America. Politicians once ran from the term; now more embrace it. And polls show younger people are favoring it. Rep. Alexandria… Read More
SocietyCommentary
It has been 30 years since Ronald Reagan left the White House and nearly 15 since he died. As a second generation reaches adulthood since his time in Washington,… Read More
PoliticsCommentary
As a young girl growing up in Virginia, I experienced racism firsthand. I know what it looks like and how it feels. I’ve also spent… Read More
EducationCommentary
How your children are educated is probably one of the most important decisions that parents can make. That is why the choice should rest with… Read More
SocietyCommentary
Martin Luther King Jr. Day offers Americans time to reflect and measure our progress toward building a civil society. An honest examination of history makes… Read More
