Surge in Europe, US Churches Faces Rising Christian Hate Crimes

A recent Catholic critique of Hillsdale College's "The Great American Story" highlights its role as a conservative alternative to mainstream academic histories, applauding its balanced approach that avoids presentism in interpreting American history and its cooperation with the current administration. Another perspective emphasizes the crisis in American political culture, noting the erosion of freedoms and equal opportunities that have historically defined the U.S., urging a return to the principle that true freedom involves doing what is right, not merely what one desires. Meanwhile, escalating anti-Christian hostility in Europe, fueled by mass immigration and progressive secularism, serves as a warning to American Christians about potential similar threats; violent attacks against churches have surged, with authorities often promoting anti-Christian policies while tolerating Islamist violence. In foreign policy, the Monroe Doctrine's principle of protecting the Western Hemisphere from external interference remains relevant amid current threats from adversaries like China, Russia, and Iran, with President Trump and Secretary Rubio actively working to counter these influences in Latin America, including actions against Venezuela's narco-cartels. These diverse viewpoints collectively underscore contemporary challenges in preserving American values, history, and sovereignty both domestically and abroad.