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  • Is Western Civilization ‘Superior’?

    Is Western Civilization ‘Superior’?3

    In many posts, we at Intellectual Takeout have argued that people in the West should know the Western tradition. We say this not only because we believe that Western civilization has made many great contributions to the world that should be appreciated, but also because we believe a knowledge of one’s past is crucial to

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  • Is Victory for Ukraine Worth Risking Nuclear War?

    Is Victory for Ukraine Worth Risking Nuclear War?0

    During the 70 years that the Soviet Union existed, Ukraine was an integral part of the nation. Yet this geographic and political reality posed no threat to the United States. A Russia and a Ukraine, both inside the USSR, was an accepted reality that was seen as no threat for the seven decades that they

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  • Is Tucker Right?

    Is Tucker Right?0

    Recently, Tucker Carlson, host of Fox News’ Tucker Carlson Show, opined that the free market isn’t always good for families. Naturally, all hell broke loose from many corners of the conservative and libertarian movements.   As almost anyone who works within those movements knows, the free market is not to be questioned. But should it

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  • Is Trump the New Constantine?

    Is Trump the New Constantine?0

    Christians are unable to speak freely. Religious freedom is under attack. Society is materialistic and immoral. Western civilisation is facing huge threats, from within and without. And apparently the one powerful emerging leader is no saint. You’re thinking America 2016? No. Rome 312. The leader is Constantine, who is vying to become the Roman Emperor.

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  • Is Trump Fudging Murder Stats to Claim More Power?

    Is Trump Fudging Murder Stats to Claim More Power?0

    Donald Trump appeared deeply confused this week as the president declared today that “the murder rate in our country is the highest it’s been in 47 years.” Perhaps Trump confused the word “highest” with “lowest” since he would be far closer to the truth if he said the homicide rate in the US is “the lowest

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  • Is Trump Exiting Afghanistan—to Attack Iran?

    Is Trump Exiting Afghanistan—to Attack Iran?0

    With the Pentagon’s announcement that U.S. forces in Afghanistan will be cut in half – to 2,500 – by inauguration day, after 19 years, it appears the end to America’s longest war may be in sight. The Pentagon also announced a reduction of U.S. troop levels in Iraq to 2,500 by mid-January. In 2003, we invaded and occupied Iraq

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