Monthly Archives: January 2026

How far back does presidential corruption go?

Posted on January 9, 2026 by TPOL Nathan

Several politicians in both the traditional, old parties have publicly and frequently stated that Donald Trump is the most corrupt president in American history. At the same time, quite a few MAGA types have argued with the never-Trumpers and proclaimed … Continue reading →

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Secession in the mix? Minnesota “True North”

Posted on January 8, 2026 by TPOL Nathan

Following the regrettable death of a woman who used her car to knock down an ICE agent in Minneapolis, the Minnesota governor’s remarks raise an ugly specter. He states that the Minnesota National Guard is being trained and is being … Continue reading →

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Government and false teaching

Posted on January 7, 2026 by TPOL Nathan

We know that there are many misconceptions and errors promoted by government, at all levels, and through various means. Public schools (government-run tax-funded institutions) are of course a major avenue of attack on the truth. To that, we can add … Continue reading →

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The Empire is going strong

Posted on January 6, 2026 by TPOL Nathan

Way back in 1972, your publisher and editor heard and listened to a fellow high school student in Colorado give an “original oratory” speech at a speech meet proclaiming the need for a “Pax Americana.” What’s that? A recreation from … Continue reading →

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Politics versus principle

Posted on January 5, 2026 by TPOL Nathan

This commentary could also be entitled “Just ’cause it’s legal doesn’t mean it is right.” That is, morally right. First we discuss the new NYC regime. Then we touch on the raid into Venezuela. Both are examples of what is … Continue reading →

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Politics, combat, and the Christ

Posted on January 4, 2026 by TPOL Nathan

Who would Jesus bomb? That question, of course, is meant less literally than morally. To answer it, we must first understand who Jesus Christ was—the revered preacher, teacher, radical, prophet and (to those of us who follow Him) the Son … Continue reading →

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Unintended consequence? Really? California schools stink.

Posted on January 3, 2026 by TPOL Nathan

Back in 2020, the State of California no longer required the Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) or any alternatives for students to get into California’s government-run, tax-funded universities and colleges. Just before Christmas, the Wall Street Journal tells us, “Now arrives … Continue reading →

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Going the wrong way, along with the crowd

Posted on January 2, 2026 by TPOL Nathan

This is an old meme, but it’s definitely one way of looking at things at the beginning of 2026. Too many Americans, too many christians, too many people around the planet are in this situation. TPOL tends to dwell on … Continue reading →

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HAPPY NEW YEAR: Are we free in 2026?

Posted on January 1, 2026 by TPOL Nathan

Back in 2015, the Houston Press, an “alternative news source,” and not apparently part of mainstream media, published 10 Facts About America That Show We’re Not Really Free. It is an interesting list, but one that makes us wonder just … Continue reading →

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