By S. Vincent Anthony In the heart of a small American town, where flags fly high and the Fourth of July is a sacred affair, lives Mary Ellen Carter, a Gold Star Mom. Her son, Private First Class Daniel Carter, didn’t come home from his tour in Afghanistan. The folded flag she received, now resting (more…)
As we mark the fifth anniversary of his passing on this day, September 3, 2025, I find myself reflecting on the profound impact one man can have on a community, a profession, and those closest to him. Lieutenant Marc David Weiss, a dedicated firefighter with the Bonita Springs Fire Control and Rescue District, left us (more…)
In the ever-evolving landscape of American politics, few figures have sparked as much debate as Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (AOC) from New York’s 14th District. Elected in 2018 and re-elected in 2024 with a comfortable margin against Republican challenger Tina Forte, AOC has positioned herself as a progressive firebrand. Yet, as we approach the midpoint of (more…)
In the annals of American military history, few figures embody the unyielding spirit of service, valor, and patriotism quite like Colonel Jesse Loftis Johnson. From the rural farms of Pocahontas, Arkansas, to the blood-soaked battlefields of Vietnam, the covert operations of Delta Force, and the sands of the Persian Gulf, Johnson’s life was a testament (more…)
In the ever-evolving landscape of American politics, few figures have captured the progressive imagination quite like Bernie Sanders. The Vermont senator, with his fiery speeches against corporate greed and wealth inequality, has been a staple of the left-wing movement for decades. But as we step into 2025, it’s time to have an honest conversation: Bernie (more…)
In the hallowed halls of American justice, impartiality should reign supreme. Judges are entrusted with upholding the law, not advancing personal ideologies or obstructing the will of the people. Yet, in the case of U.S. District Judge Sparkle L. Sooknanan, we see a glaring example of how Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives and activist (more…)
In the quiet corners of our nation’s history, there are stories of valor that don’t always make the headlines but echo eternally in the hearts of those who knew them. Today, I want to share one such story—the life and legacy of Sergeant Michael Martins, a young Marine whose spirit embodied the very best of (more…)
In the quiet moments of reflection, we often find ourselves honoring those who gave everything for a cause greater than themselves. Today, I want to pay tribute to Chief Warrant Officer 2 Kirk Takeshi Fuchigami Jr., a young man whose life was cut short far too soon, but whose impact echoes through the hearts of (more…)
By S. Vincent Anthony As a dedicated conservative and longtime resident of Southwest Florida, I’ve seen Lee County transform from a serene coastal haven into a bustling region teeming with opportunity. This growth should embody the American Dream—low taxes, personal freedoms, and limited government intervention. Instead, our current Board of County Commissioners has veered off (more…)
By S. Vincent Anthony As a lifelong conservative and resident of Southwest Florida, I’ve watched Cape Coral grow from a quiet canal-laced community into one of the fastest-expanding cities in the state. What was once a haven for hardworking families seeking the American Dream—affordable homes, low taxes, and personal freedoms—has been undermined by a City (more…)