Why I’m Over ‘Atlas Shrugged,’ And Conservatives Should Be Too
In searching for literary icons to emulate, Republicans would benefit from a little less John Galt and a little more Jean Valjean.
Why Tarantino’s ‘Once Upon A Time’ Is A Tribute To Masculine Heroism
At least Tarantino has his characters worshiping at the right altar: the classic Hollywood films of a bygone era that celebrated the virtues of heroism and doing the right thing, even in the face of danger.
I’m Thankful For These Nine Heroes Braving California’s Devastating Fires
Amidst the devastation and tragedy in my home state, heroes have emerged. Here are nine people whose bravery I’m thankful for.
What The Heroic Men Of D-Day Faced Down To Secure The West’s Freedoms
We must forever honor the memory of the brave men who stormed the beaches of Normandy to preserve our freedom.
A Visit To Arlington National Cemetery On Memorial Day
Amidst the barbecues, the family gatherings, and the time off from work, we must remember the true reason for the end-of-May holiday.
Hero Who Died Fending Off Potential Rapist Underscores The Dangers Of Me Too
Patricio Salazar’s actions remind us of the good a man can do when faced with a crisis, and how honor and strength still beat in the heart of humanity.
No, Fairy Tales Are Not Morally ‘Ambiguous,’ And That’s Why They’re Worthwhile
We would be remiss if we scratched out the peaks and valleys of human experience inside fairy tales. Not only would it be highly inaccurate, it would not inspire us to anything.
Army Awards Three Students Gunned Down In Florida Shooting Medals Of Heroism
‘He died a gentleman holding the door for other students’
The Heroes Of The Stoneman High Shooting Demonstrated True Courage and Sacrificial Love
Teachers, students and coaches demonstrated true courage sacrificial love when faced with incomprehensible evil.
‘The 15:17 to Paris’ Shows The Imprint Of Clint Eastwood’s Masterly Hand
Clint Eastwood’s surprising choice to cast the people who were the real heroes of the Paris attack works beautifully.
American Heroes Discuss Real-Life And Acting Roles In Clint Eastwood’s ‘The 15:17 To Paris’
In 2015, three friends on a train speeding through France saved hundreds of lives by averting a terrorist attack. Now they star in Clint Eastwood’s film of their story.
‘The Last Jedi’s’ Fatal Flaw Is Destroying Luke Skywalker’s Heroism
Luke Skywalker could be the hero of the story, except for him there were no stakes. There is no risk, and without risk, there is no glory.
Why Our Obsession With TV Antiheroes Is Destroying Our Souls
We log hundreds of hours of couch time with heavy-handed romanticizing of sin and darkness. It’s bad for TV and for our souls.
The West’s Vision Of ‘The Noble Death’ Has Become Dark And Sinister
The stories and heroes we admire most reveal something about who we are. It matters that ’13 Reasons Why’ is more popular than Joan of Arc.
Good Guy With A Gun Saves State Trooper From ‘Savage’ Attack
An armed citizen was able to stop a crazed attacker and save a state trooper’s life with the help of his gun, CNN reported.
5 Amazing Things The Hero of ‘Hacksaw Ridge’ Did That Aren’t In the Movie
It’s hard to believe how heroic Desmond Doss was. So hard, ‘Hacksaw Ridge’ director Mel Gibson and producers left some of it out.
What American Epic Heroes Like Luke Cage Steal From The Ancients
Luke Cage might as well be Achilles. All the markers are there.
‘We Can Be Heroes’: 15 David Bowie Songs Of Individualism
From David Bowie’s earliest steps onto the public stage up to his end, he remained preoccupied with the individual’s struggle against the collective.
How Rejecting Heroes Makes Us Psycho
Isn’t there something mysterious about our difficult times that causes Batman and Superman to become morally ambiguous enemies?
Why Western Civilization Needs Heroes
In “The Devil’s Pleasure Palace,” Michael Walsh explains how renewing the heroic tradition in Western art can rescue our culture from the dehumanizing horrors of postmodernism.
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