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No protest on the power of the American flag

The vivid images of protesters against ICE raids in Los Angeles brandishing the Mexican tricolor instead of the Stars and Stripes have dominated news coverage and commentary. But decades of research show that the U.S. flag almost universally elicits strongly positive feelings in Americans from all backgrounds.



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Trump’s nuclear talks leave New START Treaty in peril

With New START set to expire in February, and U.S. policymakers facing pressure to avoid exceeding treaty limits by uploading new warheads, a new nuclear deal is critical. However, policymakers should not rush to meet Putin’s eagerness for a deal without thoroughly questioning his motives. 

Greater virtue in victimhood than in victory?

Instead of exalting victimhood, we could champion resilience, agency and gratitude. We could honor past struggles while embracing present freedoms. In doing so, we might discover that victory — over adversity, over our limitations — carries far greater virtue than victimhood ever could.

Why now is the time to withdraw US troops in Syria

Now Trump needs to take the next step and agree to withdraw the remaining 1,500 or so U.S. troops still in Syria. This will encourage regional cooperation and allow the U.S. to pivot to more pressing global challenges.

Why America can’t afford to delay the Navy’s next-generation fighter

Rep. Jen Kiggans of Virginia, a Navy veteran, says the F/A‑XX is not just a replacement for the F/A‑18 Super Hornet. It is the centerpiece of sixth-generation naval aviation — a stealthy, long-range, data-integrated platform designed to dominate in contested environments. It is built for the fight we know is coming.

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