Shane Vander Hart

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Shane Vander Hart is the founder and editor of Caffeinated Thoughts.

Sestak, Bullock Drop From 2020 Presidential Race

Former U.S. Rep. Joe Sestak of Pennsylvania and Montana Governor Steve Bullock ended their bids for the 2020 Democratic nomination for president.

A Puritan Prayer of Praise and Thanksgiving

Shane Vander Hart: If you are not sure what to be thankful for today, let your heart echo the Puritan author of this prayer from The Valley of Vision. 

What Is Theresa Greenfield’s Deal With Cameras?

Shane Vander Hart: If Theresa Greenfield can’t handle cameras at her campaign’s public events perhaps she shouldn’t run for U.S. Senate.

Buttigieg: Religious Liberty Limited “When It Does Harm”

Pete Buttigieg briefly discussed with Caffeinated Thoughts the tension between religious liberty and the liberty interests of LGBT Americans.

Elizabeth Warren Pushes Big Structural Change in West Des Moines

U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren, D-Mass., shared her vision for big structural change with hundreds of Iowa voters at the Val Air Ballroom in West Des Moines.

State Senator Claire Celsi Promotes Elizabeth Warren’s Public School Plan

Iowa State Senator Claire Celsi says Elizabeth Warren’s plan that would drastically expand a federal role in K-12 education hits “all the right notes.”

President Trump Proclaims National Family Week

President Donald Trump: The strength of our Republic is not measured only by our military might and robust economy but also by the strength of our family bonds.”

Cindy Axne Pressed on USMCA, Impeachment

Constituents in Mount Ayr, Iowa pressed U.S. Rep. Cindy Axne about the USMCA trade deal and the impeachment inquiry into President Donald Trump.

Quad City Festival of Trees: No Trump Trees Allowed

Ashley Richardson was told that her Christmas tree violated the Festival of Trees policy banning political designs, a policy that didn’t exist before.

David Wiggins Becomes Acting Chief Justice of the Iowa Supreme Court

Justice David Wiggins becomes Acting Chief Justice of the Iowa Supreme Court following the unexpected death of Chief Justice Mark Cady.

The Gospel According to Mayor Pete

Shane Vander Hart: Pete Buttigieg says his faith teaches him that his salvation has to do with his usefulness which is contrary to the Gospel.

Theresa Greenfield Discusses Gun Control With Grimes Democrats

Democrat U.S. Senate candidate Theresa Greenfield expressed support for background checks for private firearms tranfers and research by the CDC into gun violence.

Sondland: There Was Quid Pro Quo

Ambassador Gordon Sondland: “Everyone was in the loop. It was no secret. Everyone was informed via email on July 19, days before the Presidential call.”

Ben Sasse Condemns Lack of Answers on Epstein Case

U.S. Senator Ben Sasse, R-Neb., condemned he lack of answers from the Federal Bureau of Prisons in investigation of Jeffrey Epstein’s death.

So Presidents Are Expected to Follow Bureaucratic Talking Points?

House Intelligence Committee Democratic Counsel Daniel Goldman suggests bureaucrats develop U.S. policy and the President has to follow their talking points.

Chick-fil-A Surrenders To The Woke Mob

Chick-fil-A just made it harder for other businesses who want to continue to donate to Christian ministries that hold biblical standards on sex and marriage.