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American First Principles at Stake in the Kavanaugh Confirmation Artboard 1

This article first appeared on Real Clear Politics. As a former member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, I participated in four Supreme Court confirmation hearings (for John Roberts, Samuel Alito, … READ MORE

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The High Cost of “Free” Health Care Artboard 1

No issue is fueling the rise of Democratic socialism more than health care and, specifically, the allure of “free” health care. Democratic socialists Bernie Sanders and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez are making … READ MORE

Immigration

Immigration Fiasco Shows Careerism is the Enemy of Compromise Artboard 1

Common Sense 2.0 is a series by former Senator Tom Coburn that will look at modern issues through a first principles lens. The debate about immigration is an open wound in … READ MORE

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Let’s Rescind Assumptions About Government’s Responsibilities Along With Spending Artboard 1

Common Sense 2.0 is a series by former Senator Tom Coburn that will look at modern issues through a first principles lens. President Trump recently presented Congress with a $15.4 … READ MORE

“Saving the Senate” Isn’t About Protecting Partisan Majorities Artboard 1

Common Sense 2.0 is a series by former Senator Tom Coburn that will look at modern issues through a first principles lens. The donor and consulting class in Washington, D.C. … READ MORE

In the Digital Age, Sunshine Week Should Never End Artboard 1

Common Sense 2.0 is a series by former Senator Tom Coburn that will look at modern issues through a first principles lens. This week marks Sunshine Week, a time to celebrate … READ MORE

Rediscovering the Pursuit of Happiness Artboard 1

Common Sense 2.0 is a series by former Senator Tom Coburn that will look at modern issues through a first principles lens. Although our founders were imperfect people who ignored women’s … READ MORE

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