Introduction: How Bad U.S. Trade Deals Fueled China’s Economic Rise Many Americans believe China’s rapid economic growth is the result of free trade, but the truth is more troubling. China’s rise isn’t due to fair… China’s Rise Isn’t Free Trade—It’s the Cost of America’s Stupid Trade

The Myth of Trickle-Down Governance For decades, political elites and corporate leaders have promised that their policies will benefit everyone—eventually. They claim that wealth, opportunities, and security will “trickle down” from the top. In reality,… Trickle-Down Elitism: How Top-Down Policies Erode Freedom and Betray the Working Class

Introduction: Is Illinois Leadership Favoring One Region Over Another? Governor J.B. Pritzker’s policies continue to disproportionately benefit Chicago and its surrounding suburbs while leaving downstate Illinois behind. From infrastructure funding and tax policies to economic… Is J.B. Pritzker Ignoring Half of Illinois? A Call for Fair Treatment

Introduction: America’s Breaking Point For over a century, progressive policies and Marxist ideologies have steadily infiltrated America’s institutions, eroding personal freedoms and expanding government control. The slow creep of socialism has gone largely unchecked, but… The Great Reawakening: America’s Howard Beale Moment Against Marxism

For many of us in Generation X, the 1980s were a defining period—not just in terms of music, fashion, or pop culture, but in terms of the geopolitical landscape that shaped our worldview. The Cold… Ronald Reagan, the Berlin Wall, and the Winds of Change: A Gen X Reflection on the End of the Cold War

Kamala Harris, the current Vice President of the United States, holds a unique position in American political history. She is the first woman, the first Black woman, and the first South Asian American to hold… Why Kamala Harris is Not a Gen Xer

We always hear about how we have “total freedom of speech,” but then there’s always a “but” or an exception. They trot out the old analogy: “You can’t yell fire in a crowded theater.” It’s… The Illusion of Free Speech: When Labels Become Control (Through Gen X Eyes)

Over the past hundred years, America has witnessed a fascinating paradox—one that becomes particularly glaring when viewed through the lens of Generation X, the cohort that has seen the ebb and flow of both state… The Patriot Paradox: A Gen X Perspective on Capitalism and Protectionism

The political leanings of Generation X are complex and multifaceted, shaped by the unique experiences and cultural influences that defined their formative years. While some Gen Xers are pro-Trump, it is essential to understand the… Is Generation X Very Pro-Trump? Understanding the Influence of Strong Leaders

Growing up as part of Generation X, we were often told by our Boomer parents that if we followed our passions, the money would come later. It was a comforting lie, one that many of… Generation X: Sold a Bill of Goods