I am returning today from a speech in Boise, Idaho. I love coming to Idaho and Boise in the “Treasure Valley” is always a delight. This city was initially founded as a fort along the Oregon Trail and grew rapidly during the Gold Rush. It remains an American gem, a quiet and graceful city along the Boise River. Continue reading “The Beauty of Boise in the Fall” →

Yesterday, I had the pleasure of debating Harvard Professor Randall Kennedy at Vanderbilt University in Nashville. Before returning to Washington, I made a pilgrimage to Andrew Jackson’s Hermitage and wanted to share a few pictures. Nashville is a favorite city that has been featured on this blog previously. However, no trip would be truly complete without a trip out to Hermitage. Continue reading “The Beauty of Andrew Jackson’s Hermitage” →

This week, I had the pleasure of speaking about free speech in Prague and my book,“The Indispensable Right: Free Speech in an Age of Rage.” While the trip was relatively brief, I was able to venture out to see this unique city. Prague is, in a word, magical. This ancient city on the Vltava River is overwhelming in its beauty, history, and culture. It is one of my favorite places on Earth, and I hope that readers will visit Prague if they are coming to Europe. Trust me, you will leave in awe of the “City of a Hundred Spires.” Continue reading “The Old World Beauty of Prague, The City of Spires” →

Recently, I spoke in Utah and was able to take a day of hiking and fishing with my wife, Leslie, near Park City. It was spectacularly beautiful, even though it shattered the harmony of my marriage. Continue reading “The Beauty of Deer Valley . . . and the Battle of “El Diminuto”” →

I had the pleasure of speaking to different groups in Kansas City this week about my book, “The Indispensable Right: Free Speech in an Age of Rage.” When I was first contacted about the events, I was unsure that I could fit it into the schedule. That is when one of the hosts told me that one of the events would be held at the National World War I Museum. As a military history nut, that ended any doubt. I have wanted to visit the museum for years and could not resist the opportunity. It would turn out to be an overwhelming experience. Kansas City is a beautiful city filled with great food and wonderful people. However, if you come just for the museum, you would consider yourself well served. This is a unique space and captures the causes and costs of the Great War. Continue reading “Over There: A Visit to National World War I Museum and Memorial” →

I just returned from Berlin this morning and wanted to share a few pictures and recommendations for those on the blog who may want to visit this extraordinary city. This is a city that has something for everyone from food to music to art to history. Continue reading “Wundervoll: Exploring Berlin in the Spring” →

I was fortunate enough to be in West Palm Beach this weekend to receive the Samizdat Prize for Free Speech from RealClearPolitics. Leaving the cold and snow of Washington, the break from winter was rejuvenating. I wanted to share a few pictures of Florida sunrises from this uniquely beautiful place.

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This weekend, I had the pleasure of visiting Sea Island, Georgia for an event on my recent book, “The Indispensable Right: Free Speech in an Age of Rage.” I was able to drive around the island and the adjoining St. Simons Island. Despite the unusually cold weather, this unique place was spellbinding. I cannot recommend a visit more for our blog community.

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This week, I had the great pleasure of experiencing Amelia Island in Florida as part of an event for my new book, The Indispensable Right: Free Speech in an Age of Rage.” I wanted to share a few pictures of this wonderful place, with pristine beaches and wonderful marshes lined by Spanish moss-covered trees. I am returning today to Washington to be able to join my friend and mentor, George Will, at a celebration of his legendary 50 years as a columnist. George is a national treasure who has been a voice of reason that has cut through the rage for decades of American politics. A former professor, George brought an unmatchable intellect and unique perspective to the issues that we have confronted as a nation.

Continue reading “The Glory of Amelia Island” →