Elections are Happening…Are You Registered?

Primary elections have already happened in some states. In others, early voting has either begun or will begin soon. That includes my home state of Arizona. If you live in the United States and are not registered to vote, there is still time! Even if you missed the primary election in your state, the general …

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Israeli Government Collapses. What Does that Mean for Israel?

It was announced yesterday, after weeks of speculation, that Israel's government has collapsed, sending Israelis back to the polls in October of this year. The collapse of government is not a new thing for Israel. Their democracy requires that a party or coalition of parties (sometimes as many as 8-10) form a majority in the …

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Is the Netanyahu Era Coming to an End?

If you followed the painful 2-year election season in Israel, in which 4 elections failed to result in a ruling coalition, you may recall that, by and large, the issue was whether or not Netanyahu would retain the premiership. In the end, he didn't. In unfortunate ways, Israeli politics is as messed up as American …

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Mike Pompeo: Excellence in Leadership

Wow! I just heard Mike Pompeo speak at Calvary Chapel Chino Hills and find him to be one of the most principled leaders in American history. He is not simply strong in his faith, but it is his faith that dictates how he lives and how he leads. Beyond that, God has anointed him with …

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