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Are evangelicals swerving to the left in American politics? Throughout the primary season, the mainstream media loudly trumpeted the idea that younger evangelicals’ attention to the environment and “social justice” issues signals a departure from traditional concerns such as abortion and marriage.

"Tell us about the American miracle." It was in 1983 when West German Chancellor Helmut Kohl spoke those words to President Ronald Reagan. They were gathered at the annual G7 economic summit attended by the heads of the leading industrialized nations.

Christmastime is a season of gratitude. Whether it’s because we reflect upon the birth of the Christ child or the blessings of the past year, the holiday often prompts a sense of appreciation and thankfulness as well as the tradition of gift-giving.

How do we meet people's basic needs in America? The answer often depends on where we stand.

The just war theory connects the use of military force to politics, reminding statesmen that war and politics serve the same goals-namely, justice, order, and peace. Every activity within warmust be scrutinized for its capacity to create a more justreorganization of power. Robust analysis should attend not only toquestions about whether war is justified, but also to broaderpolitical questions about the dynamics that lead to war andstrategies for achieving peace.

On Monday morning, millions of Americans will gather with loved ones to engage in a vitally important social activity: giving gifts.