Jennifer Harper
Articles by Jennifer Harper
Biden departs for Delaware on his ‘50th vacation’
The Republican Party is dutifully tracking how many times President Biden has departed the White House for the weekend, bound for his home state of Delaware where he owns two very nice houses. The president has spent his "50th vacation" this weekend in Delaware, Republican National Committee spokesperson Nathan Brand said in a statement. Published April 24, 2022
Conservative mistrust of the media gets personal, study finds
Significant research already reveals that conservatives have lost confidence in the news media due to liberal bias and shoddy or manipulative reporting. Another factor is at work, however, according to a heavily academic source. "Conservatives' mistrust of the media is rooted in the feeling that journalists want to ostracize them," Anthony Nadler and Doron Taussig wrote. Published April 21, 2022
The real chance of tactical nuclear weapons use by Russia?
Is there a chance that Russia President Vladimir Putin could use a tactical nuclear weapon in Ukraine? Retired Navy Capt. Kevin "Mac" McGovern -- a combat veteran and conservative Republican congressional candidate in central Florida -- unpacks that idea. Published April 20, 2022
Fox News ratings continue to far outpace news rivals
Fox News continues to best its rivals in no uncertain terms. During the week of April 11-17, Fox News marked its 40th straight week earning more primetime viewers than CNN and MSNBC combined. Yes, you read that right. Published April 19, 2022
Homeschooling ‘surge’ remains strong even as pandemic wanes
The appeal of authentic and productive homegrown learning has staying power. The Associated Press has noticed. "The coronavirus pandemic ushered in what may be the most rapid rise in homeschooling the U.S. has ever seen. Two years later, even after schools reopened and vaccines became widely available, many parents have chosen to continue directing their children's educations themselves," the AP noted in a report released Monday. Published April 18, 2022
NRA plans its major national meeting in Houston in May
The big traditional meeting is on: The National Rifle Association has revealed that its annual gathering will take place May 27 through 29 at a 1.9-million-square-foot venue in Houston. In years past, this bodacious event has attracted up to 80,000 attendees. Published April 17, 2022
Americans expected to drop $20.8 billion on Easter this year
Inflation did not deflate Easter spending this year. Published April 15, 2022
Talkers picks the 100 ‘most important’ radio hosts
The nation's most powerful and popular talk radio hosts have been revealed by Talkers Magazine, an industry source that based its judgments on some striking qualities of those who are behind the microphone. Those qualities include ratings, of course -- but also such varied factors as courage, effort, impact, longevity, talent, revenue, service and uniqueness. Published April 14, 2022
Mayor Pete boosted as possible Jen Psaki replacement
White House press secretary Jen Psaki will soon leave her post and venture over to MSNBC to be an analyst. Her departure has not been without angst. Published April 13, 2022
Decades-high inflation pops the Democrats’ bubble
Well gee, that's a shame. Now that inflation has officially reached a 40-year high, the news is not good for the Democratic Party. Published April 12, 2022
Mainstream media fails in efforts to rescue Biden image
In previous years, the liberal news media was fairly successful in protecting politicians who held the left-leaning Democratic line. At the moment, however, that effort appears to have hit a snag. Despite the best efforts of many news organizations, President Biden is not enjoying warm and cozy favorability. Published April 11, 2022
A new source of political clout available to be won over
The potential power of a certain voting bloc has surfaced, just in case political hopefuls are looking for a new demographic to woo. "The votes of 50-plus women could decide the midterms. Rising costs are their chief concern followed by the country's lack of unity," reports the AARP. Published April 10, 2022
A mighty flight: DARPA weapon reaches 3,805 miles per hour
A round of applause, please, for the work of DARPA. The Defense Department agency, charged with making "pivotal investments in breakthrough technologies for national security," reveals that it recently completed a free flight test of the Lockheed Martin version of the Hypersonic Air-breathing Weapon Concept (HAWC). Published April 7, 2022
U.S. veterans take on journalism at crucial time of war
Editor & Publisher, a journalism and media industry source, offers new insight into a unique and much-needed sector of the field. Published April 6, 2022
Sarah Palin: ‘I’ve got nothing to lose’ with the press
Sarah Palin has declared her candidacy for Congress -- and she is fully prepared for a hostile reception. An interview with Fox News host Jesse Watters reveals all. Published April 5, 2022
Public approval: Biden loses to Zelenskyy
World leaders are subject to the highs and lows of public opinion polls even in complex, critical times. "Weeks after Russia invaded his country, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy draws overwhelmingly positive ratings from the American public for his handling of international affairs. Around seven-in-ten Americans (72%) have a lot or some confidence in Zelenskyy, higher than any other international leader," advises a new Pew Research Center survey. Published April 4, 2022
Sarah Palin gets 49 GOP challengers in U.S. House bid
Sarah Palin has declared she will run for Congress to fill the seat now empty following the death of the late Rep. Don Young, Alaska Republican. The election will take place Aug. 16. The former vice presidential hopeful will have much company, however. Published April 3, 2022
Heritage Foundation gets fierce in new priorities list
The Heritage Foundation has issued a set of strategic policy priorities intended to form "the roadmap for conservatives over the next three years," according to a mission statement released Thursday. The organization says the roadmap presents a "once in a lifetime opportunity." Curious? The conservative think tank is not mincing words here. Published March 31, 2022
Heroics and resolve on the border
Let's pause to salute the U.S. Customs and Border Protection and their never-ending quest to bring order to the border, even as arguments continue on Capitol Hill and elsewhere over policy -- particularly the status of Title 42, which allows immediate deportation of illegal immigrants arriving from countries where communicable diseases are present. Published March 30, 2022
Biden’s $5.8 trillion budget blasted as ‘fiscally reckless’
There was once a popular bumper sticker that offered this terse advice about a certain president: "Don't tell Obama what comes after a trillion." The same advice could be directed at President Biden and his spending at this very moment. Published March 29, 2022
