In my latest National Post column I ask what the point is of trying to build a Conservative Frankenstein’s Monster with blue brain, red heart and green hair, brought to life by a jolt from a polling machine, when conservatism is the reality-based philosophy that believes in coherent rules.
In my latest Loonie Politics column I deny that the outgoing NL premier should feel “great” about his record given the state of provincial finances.
“Displacement of ends by means: The desire for a powerful government in order to pursue certain goals seems to have given way to desiring certain goals because they require a powerful government.”
J. Budziszewski "Underground Thomist" email Feb. 25, 2019.
In my latest National Post column I say it’s ridiculous for politicians and commentators to claim the police are not answerable to the people via the politicians we elect.
In my latest National Post column I say the possibly entry of John Baird into the Tory leadership race as a self-proclaimed “true blue” candidate who’s also modern raises the question of what exactly he thinks he believes… if anything. OK. Never mind exactly. Can we at least get a vague notion?
“Suspicion: The most powerful reason why some persons want to coerce conscience – for example, to force medical workers who object to abortions to participate in them anyway – is to have as much company as possible in their own bad conscience.”
J. Budziszewski "Underground Thomist" Feb. 25, 2019