Ben Carson, M.D.

OPINION 3 days ago

After Supreme Court's abortion decision conservatives face a new and even greater challenge

The Supreme Court's decision to overturn Roe v. Wade leaves conservatives facing a new task. Now we must rebuild our public institutions.

OPINION April 26

What 'equity' has wrought

Just over a year ago, I wrote about the dangers of the left’s seemingly innocuous shift of vernacular from "equality" to "equity."  Instead of pursuing the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr.’s ideal of judging people by the content of their character rather than the color of their skin, the Biden administration committed to a different path.

OPINION February 9

Black History Month is about more than just Black Americans

Black History Month is upon us. Some will attempt to use it as a tool to push divisive agendas such as critical race theory or Black Lives Matter. 

OPINION January 16

Reflecting on Dr. King's vision – how are we faring in pursuit of the just society?

As we remember the birth of Dr. King, it is worth reflecting on his message, and on whether we are moving in the direction of accomplishing the great vision he laid out for our nation.

OPINION July 19

Dr. Ben Carson: Fighting critical race theory – here's how we stop this blatantly racist ideology

Growing up poor in Detroit, if I had believed, as critical race theory (CRT) proponents claim, that my destiny was based on my race, I would not be where I am today.

OPINION May 14, 2021

Dr. Ben Carson: Biden's inflation crisis – here's the price we'll pay if we don't get spending under control

The government spends trillions more than it takes in every year. For decades, our politicians have been more concerned with making speeches and raiding the treasury than sound economics and fiscal responsibility. 

OPINION May 3, 2021

Dr. Carson & Gov. Noem: Biggest cultural challenge of our lifetime: Defeating anti-American indoctrination

There are far too many classrooms where our children and grandchildren are not learning about the positive revolution in human affairs set in motion by our Founders, or how later leaders like Abraham Lincoln, Frederick Douglass and Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. called upon the wisdom and vision of the Founders to defeat the evil injustices of slavery and segregation. 

OPINION February 17, 2021

Dr. Ben Carson: Black history is American history – and this is why it's all worth celebrating

That is the beauty of America; we care not about the color of your skin, but the content of your character.

OPINION August 23, 2020

HUD Sec Carson and Rollins: Opportunity zones key to lifting people out of poverty

Nearly 8,800 disadvantaged communities, home to approximately 35 million low-income individuals, are already seeing billions of dollars in new investments due to their status as “opportunity zones.”  

OPINION August 17, 2020

Donald Trump, Ben Carson: We'll protect America's suburbs

We believe the suburbs offer a wonderful life for Americans of all races and backgrounds when they are allowed to grow organically.