Time for conservatives to make their case to college women

Time for conservatives to make their case to college women

Candidates all want to gain the support of young voters, which is no easy task.  Savvy and a little cynical, Millennials don't just want to hear campaign platitudes; they want to be inspired and to hear a positive vision of where our country is headed.  

Progressives have largely dominated the conversation about politics and public policies with young people, particularly with young women.  But it doesn't have to be that way:  Conservative policy reforms would be a boon to young people, including young women.  Not only would reducing government red tape and unleashing the market lead to greater prosperity, but it would also lead to a more dynamic, flexible and more just society.  It's time conservatives aggressively make that case.

Rosh Hashanah, self-examination and a presidential election year
Commentary

Rosh Hashanah, self-examination and a presidential election year

Ira Stoll

Beginning Sunday night with the holiday of Rosh Hashanah that marks the Jewish New Year, and continuing through Yom Kippur the following week, the world's Jews engage in a period of self-examination.

As is often the case with Jewish ideas, this particular concept is refreshingly countercultural, especially in election season.

Read More