Commentary - America's Future

By AF Editors • May 29,2013

Words Have Consequences

“Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words will never hurt me.” As children, this was the perfect defense against verbal assailants. It was a rhythmic chide that would...

By AF Editors • May 29,2013

The Moon is a Harsh Mistress: An AF-Chicago Music Composition Première & Discussion

Written in 1966, ‘The Moon is a Harsh Mistress’ is acclaimed science fiction writer Robert A. Heinlein’s story about a lunar colony’s revolt against rule from Earth. Widely admired for...

By Lisa Hazlett • May 29,2013

What are the Best Characteristics of Successful Fundraisers?

Last time, we discussed how development is changing. This week, I’ll talk about the best characteristics of successful fundraisers. While there are certainly techniques and tricks of the trade that...

By Kathryn Shelton • May 28,2013

AF Columbus Learns About the Ohio Budgetary Process

The Columbus Chapter of America’s Future Foundation hosted Assistant Majority Floor Leader John Adams on May 7th at Due Amici in downtown Columbus. Representative Adams spoke to a group of...

By Julia Shaw • May 24,2013

Get Ready For Arrested Development

For Arrested Development fans, the May 26 release of Season 4 on Netflix cannot come soon enough. The show was cancelled in 2006, but nevertheless remained a cultural phenomenon especially...

By Daniel Klaeren • May 23,2013

Why Can’t Libertarians Agree On Abortion?

Within the D.C. headquarters of Reason Magazine, three libertarians debated the issue of abortion for a room of listeners just as divided on the issue as the panel. In an...