Archive - Doug Carlson
Time ticks on FISA fix for America’s security
While it appears Congress is skilled in the business of leaving things unfinished, that body is set to finish this week what it left undone months ago: an update of a law on intelligence gathering to help keep Americans safe from terrorist attacks on U.S. more »
By Doug Carlson - Jul 8, 2008
Topic: Citizenship, Legislation, National
Reason to Celebrate: Nominees Freed Before the Fourth
Parades, picnics, and fireworks will soon mark Independence Day as Americans celebrate 232 years since our nation was birthed through the Declaration of Independence. more »
By Doug Carlson - Jul 1, 2008 - (1)
Topic: Citizenship, , Legislation, Science, Environment
‘Unfairness’ Doctrine Down but Not Out
From newspapers to news magazines to broadcast and cable television, the liberal bias reigns supreme. Talk radio has largely filled this void as the only medium for news that offers a heavier dose of conservative viewpoints. more »
By Doug Carlson - Jun 24, 2008
Topic: Citizenship, Christian Citizenship, Legislation, National, Religious Liberty
Court shakes California twice in three weeks
Long-time California residents have experienced their share of earthquakes over the years, but perhaps they were rocked most on two days recently over the course of three weeks. more »
By Doug Carlson - Jun 17, 2008 - (22)
Topic: Family, Marriage, Sexual Purity, Homosexuality, Citizenship, Christian Citizenship, Legislation
Global Warming Train Readies for Departure
The global warming debate is now center stage in Washington. After months of preparation by both sides, the debate on a massive bill to cap greenhouse gas emissions in hopes of controlling global temperatures is officially underway in the Senate. more »
By Doug Carlson - Jun 3, 2008 - (2)
Topic: Citizenship, Legislation, Science, Environment
California Ruling Impetus for Marriage Protection Amendment
Judicial activism has an interesting way of firing up social conservatives. Add marriage to the equation, and an outcry is almost sure to spark. more »
By Doug Carlson - May 28, 2008 - (4)
Topic: Family, Marriage, Sexual Purity, Homosexuality
Evangelicals seek million supporters of ‘We Get It!’ campaign
The theme of this Evangelical campaign on environmental stewardship is simple: We Get It! Helping the media and politicians to “get it,” however, is much more complex, requiring a concerted effort among Christians, who have been muzzled and misrepresented in the global warming debate. more »
By Doug Carlson - May 20, 2008 - (13)
Topic: Citizenship, Hunger/Homelessness, , Science, Environment
Cap-and-Trade Dangerous Answer to Questionable Climate Change
Schools, businesses, and shopping malls are “going green” in an attempt to cut greenhouse gas emissions and thereby slow or mitigate perceived global warming. more »
By Doug Carlson - May 13, 2008 - (6)
Topic: Science, Environment
Passage of Bill to Ban Genetic Discrimination a Victory for All Families
In a major victory for every American, lawmakers bucked partisan politics last week to approve legislation barring employers and health insurance providers from discriminating against individuals and families based on their genetic information. more »
By Doug Carlson - May 6, 2008
Topic: Family, Living, Health, Citizenship, Legislation
Time Shortens on Agreement on Judges
Just as April showers bring May flowers, a pledge by the Senate’s top leader earlier this month could bring the confirmation of three judges by the end of May. more »
By Doug Carlson - Apr 29, 2008
Topic: Citizenship, , Legislation