Barack Obama is right... Words that Shane Vander Hart rarely writes, but in this particular instance, he is.

Vander Hart: Obama's Sage Advice for Activists | Caffeinated Thoughts Shane Vander Hart: Barack Obama is right. Activists can use "snappy slogans" that energize their side but alienates others or they can work to build support. https://caffeinatedthoughts.com/2020/12/vander-hart-obamas-sage-advice-for-activists/

Shane Vander Hart: There is a magical belief that state legislatures can ignore state law after an election ends to bypass the voters’ will. They can’t.

Vander Hart: State Legislatures Won't Upend the Electoral College for Trump | Caffeinated Thoughts Shane Vander Hart: There is a magical belief that state legislatures can ignore state law after an election ends to bypass the voters' will. They can't. https://caffeinatedthoughts.com/2020/12/vander-hart-state-legislatures-wont-upend-the-electoral-college-for-trump/

The Supreme Court offered a stinging rebuke of New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s COVID-19 restrictions on houses of worship in “red” and “orange” zones.

'Even In A Pandemic, the Constitution Cannot Be Put Away and Forgotten' | Caffeinated Thoughts The Supreme Court offered a stinging rebuke of New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo's COVID-19 restrictions on houses of worship in "red" and "orange" zones. https://caffeinatedthoughts.com/2020/11/even-in-a-pandemic-the-constitution-cannot-be-put-away-and-forgotten/

Collin Brendemuehl reviews Rod Dreher’s latest work: Live Not By Lies: A Manual for Christian Dissidents.

Reviewing Live Not By Lies by Rod Dreher | Caffeinated Thoughts Collin Brendemuhel reviews Rod Dreher's latest work: Live Not By Lies: A Manual for Christian Dissidents. https://caffeinatedthoughts.com/2020/11/reviewing-live-not-by-lies-by-rod-dreher/

The Human Rights Campaign wants the incoming Biden Administration to restrict religious liberty when it comes into conflict with perceived LGBTQ rights.

LGBTQ-Rights Group Wants Biden to Restrict Religious Liberty | Caffeinated Thoughts The Human Rights Campaign wants the incoming Biden Administration to restrict religious liberty when it comes into conflict with LGBTQ rights. https://caffeinatedthoughts.com/2020/11/lgbtq-rights-group-wants-biden-to-restrict-religious-liberty/

The American College of Pediatricians on Friday hailed an 11th Circuit Court panel ruling that struck down conversion therapy bans in Florida.

Pediatricians Group Celebrates Win for Counseling Choice | Caffeinated Thoughts The American College of Pediatricians on Friday hailed an 11th Circuit Court panel ruling that struck down conversion therapy bans in Florida. https://caffeinatedthoughts.com/2020/11/pediatricians-group-celebrates-win-for-counseling-choice/

Gov. Kim Reynolds announced a new PR campaign including Tom Vilsack, Dan Gable, and Carson King to enlist Iowans’ help stop the spread of #COVID19. #iagov #iapolitics

Reynolds Introduces PR Campaign to Help Stop Spread of COVID-19 | Caffeinated Thoughts Gov. Kim Reynolds announced a new PR campaign including Tom Vilsack, Dan Gable, and Carson King to enlist Iowans' help stop the spread of COVID-19. https://caffeinatedthoughts.com/2020/11/reynolds-introduces-pr-campaign-to-help-stop-spread-of-covid-19/

Gov. Kim Reynolds modified her public health emergency declaration’s #COVID19 mitigation measures for recreational facilities and fitness centers. #iagov

Reynolds Approves Fitness Classes In Modified Public Health Emergency Declaration | Caffeinated Thoughts Gov. Kim Reynolds modified her public health emergency declaration's COVID-19 mitigation measures for recreational facilities and fitness centers. https://caffeinatedthoughts.com/2020/11/reynolds-approves-fitness-classes-in-modified-public-health-emergency-declaration/

U.S. Senator Joni Ernst asked Jack Dorsey and Mark Zuckerberg about how they monitor disinformation and prevent dissemination of child sexual abuse material. #BigTech #Facebook #Twitter

Watch: Ernst Questions CEOs of Facebook and Twitter | Caffeinated Thoughts U.S. Senator Joni Ernst asked Jack Dorsey and Mark Zuckerberg about how they monitor disinformation and prevent dissemination of child sexual abuse material. https://caffeinatedthoughts.com/2020/11/watch-ernst-questions-ceos-of-facebook-and-twitter/

Terry Schilling of American Principles Project: “We urge the FEC to consider APP PAC’s complaint and launch an investigation as soon as possible.” #facebook #facebookcensorship

APP Files FEC Complaint Against Facebook Alleging Illegal Contribution to Democrats | Caffeinated Thoughts Terry Schilling of American Principles Project: "We urge the FEC to consider APP PAC’s complaint and launch an investigation as soon as possible." https://caffeinatedthoughts.com/2020/11/app-files-fec-complaint-against-facebook-alleging-illegal-contribution-to-democrats/

Shane Vander Hart: I don’t agree with mandates, but I believe in personal responsibility. I urge people to be responsible. #covid19 #iapolitics #iagov

Vander Hart: Between Two Camps on COVID-19 | Caffeinated Thoughts Shane Vander Hart: I don't agree with mandates, but I believe in personal responsibility. I urge people to be responsible. https://caffeinatedthoughts.com/2020/11/vander-hart-between-two-camps-on-covid-19/

Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds issued a mask mandate for indoor public spaces, limited indoor activities to 15 people and outdoor gatherings to 30 people, and introduced additional mitigation measures. #COVID19 #iagov #iapolitics

Reynolds Issues Mask Mandate, Implements Additional Mitigation Measures | Caffeinated Thoughts Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds issued a mask mandate for indoor public spaces and limited indoor activities to 15 people and outdoor gatherings to 30 people. https://caffeinatedthoughts.com/2020/11/reynolds-issues-mask-mandate-other-mitigation-measures-covid-19/?amp

Gov. Kim Reynolds will address Iowans about #COVID19 and the state’s response at 6:05 pm on Monday evening. #iagov #iapolitics

Watch: Gov. Reynolds to Address Iowans on COVID-19 | Caffeinated Thoughts Gov. Kim Reynolds will address Iowans about COVID-19 and the state's response at 6:05 pm on Monday evening. https://caffeinatedthoughts.com/2020/11/watch-gov-reynolds-to-address-iowans-on-covid-19/?amp

Chris Eller: As Americans, we lived for over 200 years as a people blessed with religious liberty and freedom of speech and they are at great risk. #freespeech #freedom #religiousfreedom

Eller: The Challenge Ahead - Religious Liberty | Caffeinated Thoughts Chris Eller: As Americans, we lived for over 200 years as a people blessed with religious liberty and freedom of speech and they are at great risk. https://caffeinatedthoughts.com/2020/11/eller-the-challenge-ahead-religious-liberty/?amp

Colin Smothers: “It’s not friendship vs. marriage. Marriage and family underwrite the possibility of friendship.” #marriage

Smothers: Friendship vs. Marriage | Caffeinated Thoughts Colin Smothers: “It's not friendship vs. marriage. Marriage and family underwrite the possibility of friendship." https://caffeinatedthoughts.com/2020/11/smothers-friendship-vs-marriage/

“Is anyone among you suffering? Let him pray. Is anyone cheerful? Let him sing praise,” (James 5:13, ESV). #bible

Congresswoman-Elect Ashley Hinson, R-Iowa, said she would not support another lockdown in response to climbing numbers of COVID-19 cases. #iapolitics #COVID19

Hinson Says She Doesn't Support Another Lockdown | Caffeinated Thoughts Congresswoman-Elect Ashley Hinson, R-Iowa, said she would not support another lockdown in response to climbing numbers of COVID-19 cases. https://caffeinatedthoughts.com/2020/11/hinson-says-she-doesnt-support-another-lockdown/

Chuck Grassley: Adoption brings hope to children and parents who want their own forever family to love and with whom to count their blessings around the dinner table. #adoption

Grassley: November is National Adoption Month | Caffeinated Thoughts Chuck Grassley: Adoption brings hope to children and parents who want their own forever family to love and with whom to count their blessings around the dinner table. https://caffeinatedthoughts.com/2020/11/grassley-november-is-national-adoption-month/

“Humble yourselves, therefore, under the mighty hand of God so that at the proper time he may exalt you,” (‭‭1 Peter‬ ‭5:6‬, ‭ESV‬‬). #bible

Amy Sinclair: Because of crucial reforms enacted, Iowans can be confident their votes were secure, counted, and the results of our elections were accurate. #iapolitics

Sinclair: Iowa Was Proactive with Election Reforms | Caffeinated Thoughts Amy Sinclair: Because of crucial reforms enacted, Iowans can be confident their votes were secure, counted, and the results of our elections were accurate. https://caffeinatedthoughts.com/2020/11/sinclair-iowa-was-proactive-with-election-reforms/