Society
News and commentary on society, culture, family, and community from a conservative perspective. Coverage of the trends and issues shaping American life.
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Painting of Jesus, Removed by Biden Admin, Restored at US Merchant Marine Academy
Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy has restored to prominence a painting of Jesus Christ at the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy in Kings Point, New York, after it was demoted following a complaint about its Christian message. “Jesus is out of the basement! I promised you I would restore faith at @UsmmaO by returning ‘Christ on…Jacob Adams -
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Sunrise Proves the Point: Conservatives Must Lead on the Environment
The Sunrise Movement just announced a strategic pivot. No longer content to focus primarily on climate change, its leaders now declare their mission is to “stop authoritarianism.” In practice, this means fewer conversations about the environment and more mobilizations against President Donald Trump. Notorious for their full-throated endorsement of the Green New Deal, Sunrise activists regularly…Danielle Franz -
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NYC Mayor Seeks Protections for Columbus Statues
THE CENTER SQUARE—Outgoing New York City Mayor Eric Adams is moving to protect a pair of Christopher Columbus statues amid threats from mayoral front-runner Zohran Mamdani, who has called for them to be toppled. Adams, who steps down at the end of the year after choosing not to run for reelection, told the New York…Chris Wade -
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Strengthening the Family a Key Theme of Heritage-Sponsored Annual Essential Summit
If one theme emerged from the second annual Essential Summit in Columbus, Ohio, it’s that it’s as important as ever to stand up for the family. In fact, this year’s event, put on by the Center for Christian Virtue, was titled “Reviving the Roots—Restoring the Family.” The Heritage Foundation and The Daily Signal were key…Rebecca Downs -
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Prayer: The Most Powerful Weapon
Many of us find ourselves drawn away from prayer. Why? My personal take is that the temptation to abandon prayer largely comes from our subconscious belief that if we are doing good for God we have a good excuse not to pray. There are many temptations that can lure us away from prayer, even in…Mario Enzler -
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Harvard ‘Drags’ Down Its Reputation
Harvard is a drag, literally. Amid its ongoing fight with President Donald Trump over whether Harvard University violated the civil rights of students and even deserves to receive millions of dollars from the American taxpayer, the school decided that it was a smart idea to hire a literal drag queen to teach courses. “Harvard University hired a drag performer…Jarrett Stepman -
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Science Affirms the Power of Prayer
It is not common for prayer to be a consistent talking point in the mainstream media. Usually, the topic concerning conversation with God is something that is reserved for churches and religious magazines. However, the shooting at a Catholic church in Minneapolis in August and the assassination of Charlie Kirk in September have created a…Thomas Griffin -
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We Are Not OK, but There Is Hope
The sign outside the little Baptist congregation in Sewickley read simply: “In Memory of Charlie Kirk 1993-2025.” It was one of dozens of images on Facebook feeds showing houses of worship honoring Kirk since he was murdered while speaking at Utah Valley University. On the steps of the Pittsburgh City-County building on Grant Street in…Salena Zito -
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As Deadly Violence Against Houses of Worship Rises, So Do Security Measures
A deadly attack on a synagogue in the United Kingdom on Thursday is the latest in a surge of violence that has been occurring against places of worship across the globe. Experts applauded the Donald Trump administration’s recent prosecution of a group of individuals who unlawfully targeted a synagogue in New Jersey, saying stepped-up law…Dan Hart -
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‘We’re Triple-Booking’: Pregnancy Centers Expect Surge in Appointments After ‘Big, Beautiful Bill’ Defunded Planned Parenthood
Pro-life pregnancy centers expect an increase in appointments after President Donald Trump’s “One Big, Beautiful Bill” defunded Planned Parenthood facilities, a center director told The Daily Signal. Trump’s spending bill instructed the federal government to end Medicaid payments for one year to abortion providers, such as Planned Parenthood, that received more than $800,000 from Medicaid…Elizabeth Troutman Mitchell -
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The Battle Over ‘One Battle After Another’
Not every new movie marks another battle in the current culture wars. But “One Battle After Another” certainly should. Director Paul Thomas Anderson’s film has received rave critical reviews and instant Oscar front-runner status—but a mixed reception from audiences confused as to what the movie is even about. This film is basically the doppelganger of…James Carafano -
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Next Church of Latter-Day Saints President is a Fierce Defender of Religious Liberty
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, previously known as the Mormon Church, lost its leader over the weekend, and his replacement is a fierce advocate for religious liberty who former Presidents Ronald Reagan and Gerald Ford both considered for the U.S. Supreme Court. The Legacy of Russell M. Nelson The hierarchical equivalent of a pope, Russell M. Nelson, died on Saturday….Carrie Sheffield -
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EXCLUSIVE: Times Square Billboard Blasts Company for ‘Woke Bathroom Insanity’
A nonprofit launched a Times Square billboard Thursday blasting a major insurance company CEO for saying that preventing men from using women’s restrooms is a “threat to democracy.” The billboard, created by the nonprofit Consumers’ Research, targets Chubb Insurance CEO Evan Greenberg for what it calls “outrageous woke activism.” The billboard, which went live at 3 p.m. Thursday, features an animated video of a man walking…Mary Mobley -
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Georgetown Right to Life Will Lead the 2026 March for Life
The National March for Life announced Tuesday that Georgetown University Right to Life will carry the banner at the front of the 2026 March for Life in Washington, D.C. This unique opportunity for pro-life Georgetown students builds upon the recent growth of pro-life advocacy around the university. In the past two years, Georgetown’s pro-life club has doubled in size and expanded its…Katharine Reyes -
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Trust in News Media Lower Than Ever Among Americans in New Gallup Poll
DAILY CALLER NEWS FOUNDATION—Americans’ trust in the media has slumped to an all-time low, according to a Gallup survey released Thursday. Nearly 7 in 10 Americans say they don’t trust the press—a finding underscored by recent controversies over coverage of the Charlie Kirk assassination and the murder of a Ukrainian on a light rail in…Melissa O’Rourke -
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Erika Kirk’s Powerful Forgiveness Shatters Negative Myths About Forgiving Others
Erika Kirk’s powerful example of forgiveness sparked a massive wave of conversation about forgiveness—including some misperceptions about it. But there is no disputing: Forgiveness is scientifically-proven to heal our minds and bodies—and also our material well-being and futures. As the widow of the assassinated conservative activist Charlie Kirk, Erika Kirk forgave her husband’s murderer during a memorial service to the…Carrie Sheffield -
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Teens, Screens, and the Unfolding Mental Health Crisis
It is becoming increasingly evident that smartphones—and the social media that comes with them—are resulting in alarming rates of depression and other detrimental behaviors among teenagers and young adults. And as a society, we are all paying the price. A recent study, tracking over 100,000 between the ages of 18-24 who received smartphones before age 13…Timothy Goeglein -
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Michigan Religious Scholar Encourages Followers to Imitate Terrorist Leader
A Michigan youth center Friday hosted a memorial service mourning the “martyrdom” of terrorist leader Hassan Nasrallah. The event featured local Islamic leader Usama AbdulGhani, a resident scholar and spiritual leader at a K-5 school, who praised Nasrallah’s “bravery” and “divine resistance”—a resistance he said is now led by Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. Nasrallah,…Mary Mobley -
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PBS Offers Yet Another Reason It Shouldn’t Get Taxpayer Money
After almost 20 years, PBS is reviving its fan-favorite “Reading Rainbow” kids educational show—this time, with a cast of woke hosts. If you were looking for another reason to justify the defunding of PBS, now you have one. “Reading Rainbow,” trademarked by the Western New York Public Broadcasting Association, first aired in 1983 to help kids continue reading through the summer to keep their minds sharp and avoid the “summer loss” phenomenon. The read-along show ran for 26 years until…Erin Poff -
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Charlie Kirk’s Murder Gives Parents a Reason to Rise Up
Charlie Kirk’s assassination shocked the country. But what may be even more disturbing is the reaction from some corners of K-12 education: teachers celebrating his murder. The very people charged with shaping young minds cheered political violence. If you’re a parent, that should shake you. As a parent myself, I can’t imagine sending my kid…Paul Runko