Todd Thurman

Listen to Dr. Ben Carson on Cats & Cosby from Tuesday, April 23rd, 2024.

On Monday, the Supreme Court heard arguments about the measures a city can take to prevent homelessness in a pivotal case called City of Grants Pass v. Johnson. Grants Pass is a city in Oregon of about 39,000 people, which banned camping on public property,…

This Common Sense Solutions paper will explain the “disparate impact” legal standard to our readers and demonstrate how disparate impact is an invention of the Court that erodes personal freedom, increases regulatory costs, and expands the modern bureaucratic state to root out racism—even where none…

In October 1973, the Organization of Arab Petroleum Exporting Countries (OAPEC) imposed an embargo against the United States in retaliation for its decision to resupply Israel during the fourth of the Arab-Israeli wars. The Yom Kippur War, as it became known, started on October 6,…

The American Cornerstone Institute (ACI) announced it is a Strategic Partner for the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI) with membership continuing for the next year. Download PDF

Late last month, the Biden administration’s Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced new tailpipe pollution limits, which the New York Times called “one of the most significant climate regulations in the nation’s history.” These new regulations effectively require that about 70 percent of…

The Chinese Communist Party (CCP) is on a quest to dominate the United States via various economic, military, and even social means. National security threats (especially from the Chinese) come in several forms, but one in particular is gripping the nation: the incredibly popular social…

On “The Chris Salcedo Show,” Dr. Ben Carson and former Virginia Gov. Bob McDonnell call out the Biden White House for laughing off James Comer’s invitation in the impeachment investigation.

Former HUD Secretary Dr. Ben Carson discusses meritocracy with equity on ‘The Story.’

This two-part Common Sense Paper explains the history of Presidential succession both prior to and following the ratification of the 25th Amendment.  Part 1 focuses on the early history of Presidential succession, from the ratification of the Constitution until 1967.  This paper (Part 2)…

This two-part Common Sense Paper will explain the history of presidential succession both prior to and following the ratification of the 25th Amendment.  Part 1 focuses on the early history of presidential succession, from the ratification of the Constitution until 1967, which illustrated the need…

The terms assisted suicide and euthanasia are commonly used interchangeably, however, they refer to slightly different procedures. Assisted suicide involves an individual ending their natural life through self-administered lethal drugs prescribed by a physician. In contrast, euthanasia, also commonly known as mercy killing, broadly refers…

Retired neurosurgeon and former Trump cabinet member Ben Carson told The Daily Wire that diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs would hamper American ingenuity and stand in the way of excellence.

Politico Reporter Heidi Przybyla made an unfair attack on people of faith — and also got wrong the entire foundation of our country.

On Monday, the Supreme Court heard arguments for NRA v. Vullo, a case in which the National Rifle Association (NRA) alleged that its free speech rights were violated, and it was being targeted for its political views. As a background to the NRA’s claim,…

MILWAUKEE, WI – Today the American Cornerstone Institute (ACI) announced its Little Patriots Program is being used as supplemental education material for students at Lake Country Classical Academy. Download PDF

Former HUD Secretary Dr. Ben Carson discusses why minority voters are shifting their support away from President Biden to former President Trump on ‘Jesse Watters Primetime.’

I recently addressed an enthusiastic crowd at the Conservative Political Action Conference on a concern that has been growing in my mind. I call it the “crisis of legitimacy,” and by that, I mean the growing distrust of people in our legacy institutions. Institutions such…

On Monday, the Supreme Court handed down a unanimous ruling in Trump v. Anderson that overturned the Colorado Supreme Court and rejected Colorado’s attempts to remove former President Donald Trump’s ability to appear on their state’s ballot for the presidential primary. The 14th Amendment…

The fight over new Merchant Category Codes (“MCC”) specific to firearms businesses has been in the headlines quite a bit over the last few months.  This Common Sense Paper will explain the issues surrounding MCCs and put these issues in the context of the broader…

The United States has often been described as a world power, a shining city on a hill, and a global leader in advancing democracy across the globe. Many phrases are used to illustrate our country’s prominence on the international stage, but when it comes to…

Since the moment he took office, Joe Biden and his administration have engaged in a full-fledged campaign to weaponize the federal government against their political opponents and people of faith.

The American Cornerstone Institute (ACI), founded by Dr. Ben Carson has joined forces with, and Turning Point USA (TPUSA) to empower the next generation of conservative leaders and educate them on the importance of federal service and the Executive Branch on college campuses across the…

The American Cornerstone Institute (ACI) announced its Little Patriots Program will now be available as supplemental education material for students at McKinney Christian Academy. Download PDF