Rich Elfers, “In Focus”

Opinion

The origins of polarized political divisions in the U.S. | In Focus

How our modern era of disagreement began

Rich Elfers, “In Focus”

Opinion

Chaos then, chaos now, and the lessons we can learn | In Focus

Will we endure the chaos of the present? Yes, eventually, but it won’t be easy

Rich Elfers, "In Focus"

Opinion

The dangerous game of debt ceiling roulette | In Focus

Questions and answers regarding the debt ceiling fight in Congress.

Rich Elfers, "In Focus"

Opinion

Is patriotism vicious or virtuous? | In Focus

A love of one’s country means doing what you preach.

Rich Elfers, "In Focus"

Opinion

How do you vouch for truth? | In Focus

We all listen to different authorities to when it comes to figuring fact from fiction.

Rich Elfers, "In Focus"

Opinion

‘The pill’ and shifting social norms are cementing tribalism | In Focus

The left is emboldened by recent social progress in birth control and LGBTQ rights; the right feel threatened…

Muckleshoot tribe members protesting Washington state's violation of their fishing rights in the 1960s. Photo courtesy muckleshoot.nsn.us

Opinion

Muckleshoot history: Broken promises and poverty to thriving tribe | In Focus

Despite the U.S.’s attempt to crush local Native American tribes, some have come to flourish.

Rich Elfers, "In Focus"

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19th century comparison with the 2020s | In Focus

Why do we need to know history? Because it’s cyclical.

Rich Elfers, "In Focus"

Opinion

The Tennessee Three drama distracted us from the real issue of gun violence | In Focus

How can the conservative Christian community continue to support pro-gun policies?

Rich Elfers, "In Focus"

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Racism and autocracy are alive and well in Tennessee | In Focus

The Tennessee legislator expelled two Black lawmakers for protesting guns — but not a third, who was White.

Rich Elfers, "In Focus"

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YouTube news can be attractive and effective — but it still needs to be verified | In Focus

Even well-respected outlets like Forbes can be selective in how they present the news.

Rich Elfers, "In Focus"

Opinion

Is the solution for America’s labor shortage Artificial Intelligence? | In Focus

Wide-spread automation will exacerbate the separation of economnic classes.

Rich Elfers, "In Focus"

Opinion

At the time of the Resurrection, let’s remember to be humble | In Focus

Christianity has stumbled; it’s time to re-assess what our goals should be.