We are better than this. It doesn’t feel like it right now but we are. History says we are. We come from those who forfeited membership in the most powerful empire the […]
We Are Better Than This
Sean Patrick Hughes
Founder, writer, veteran, special needs parent
The Challenge
Everyone likes a great challenge. And what could be more fun than one involving economic data. Let’s see how you do.
Fear and Immigration: A Journey Through America’s Sense of Self
What a historical look at immigration policy tells us about our national sense of fear.
In Memory of My Friends
On this Memorial Day, we honor our fallen with honesty.
The Great American Economy: A Study in Data and Self Deception
We took a look a look at the American economy over the last 50 years. What the data shows about our economy is surprising. What it tells us about ourselves is the real shock.
Ike’s Cross of Iron: 70 Years after V-E Day
On the 70th Anniversary of the unconditional surrender of Nazi Germany and the end of WWII in Europe, a warning from Ike.
Our Candidate
As the field of potential presidential candidates rounds out for the 2016 election, we at Chartwell West wanted to offer an early endorsement to our candidate.
A Voice
What happens when people feel that they have no voice? Why this matters now more than ever for a post-racial America.
The Rail Splitter: What Made Lincoln, Lincoln
April 15th marked the 150th anniversary of the death of Abraham Lincoln. This is the final installment of a four part series on what made Lincoln, Lincoln.
A Republic….If You Can Keep It
How strong is your love of country? Is it subject to a review of the facts? Chartwell West takes an unfiltered look at American Exceptionalism.
