Billy Hallowell
Articles by Billy Hallowell
Why Democrats lost the election
As Democrats are forced to contend with the underlying factors underpinning their massive Election Day defeat, there are essentially three camps that have taken form. Published November 20, 2024
Higher Ground newsletter: Alarming antisemitism spike rocks the globe
Welcome to Higher Ground, the faith-centric newsletter focused on the intersection of culture and politics from experienced journalists at The Washington Times. Published November 18, 2024
Politician on trial for sharing Bible verse, Christian views refuses to back down
A member of Finland's parliament who has faced a years-long legal battle after sharing a Bible verse on social media refuses to back down from her freedom fight. Published November 17, 2024
The most toxic result of the 2024 election
It's normal for disappointment and frustration to reign after a person or party's candidate loses, but what we're seeing right now is a different dynamic -- an infernal enigma leading some vexed by Vice President Kamala Harris' loss to lash out in abnormal and unfortunate ways. Published November 13, 2024
Higher Ground newsletter: Pro-lifers win major victories in election
Welcome to Higher Ground, the faith-centric newsletter focused on the intersection of culture and politics from experienced journalists at The Washington Times. Published November 11, 2024
Jail time for sharing a Bible verse? Terrifying persecution case should rattle the world
Paivi Rasanen, a member of the Finnish Parliament who previously served as the nation's interior secretary, has spent years in court after being brought up on hate crimes charges simply for expressing her Christian beliefs. Published November 6, 2024
Billy Hallowell: 5 prayers for election day
Considering the chaos of today's election, here are five prayers that will save our nation and help us survive. Published November 5, 2024
5 prayers to save America as Election Day closes in
The best way to survive the presidential election and navigate the emotional chaos and stress in the run-up is to turn to God, humble ourselves before Him, and pray for this great nation. So, let's explore five invocations that could help save America -- and preserve our individual sanity. Published October 29, 2024
Could these anti-Christian moves seal Kamala Harris’ electoral fate?
Kamala Harris must do more than speak if she wishes to reach Christian voters. Published October 23, 2024
Higher Ground newsletter: Voter’s guide, atheists target Deion Sanders, Christians and Halloween
Welcome to Higher Ground, the faith-centric newsletter focused on the intersection of culture and politics from experienced journalists at The Washington Times. Published October 21, 2024
Harris puts the final nail in the coffin of Christian nationalism panic
As America's agonizing, enervating and nail-biting presidential election nears its conclusion, Vice President Kamala Harris has apparently seen the light -- at least according to some of the political ads and proclamations emerging from her campaign, friends and allies. Published October 16, 2024
China’s horrific religious persecution should be a stark wakeup call for America
Christianity and other faiths are being systematically and increasingly denigrated in China, with shocking acts of government malfeasance eroding any semblance of democratic normalcy. Published October 9, 2024
The most disturbing line during the vice presidential debate
"I don't talk about my faith a lot." With these few, consequential words, Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz offered one of the most stunning and disturbing lines of Tuesday night's vice presidential debate. Published October 2, 2024
Miracles & mysteries: For KING + COUNTRY singer Joel Smallbone’s powerful mission
The Smallbones' work is a fusion of art, faith, encouragement, innovation, and grit. Published October 1, 2024
The real Donald Trump? Surprising acts turn media narrative on its head
Former President Donald Trump is known, in part, for his brash, often abrasive demeanor, flippant commentary and the names he conjures up for his foes. Published September 25, 2024
No, Pope Francis: All religions aren’t a path to God
In an era when many faithful lament theological confusion and fear the watering down of Christianity, Pope Francis did little in recent days to assuage any consternation. Published September 18, 2024
Higher Ground: Pope’s gigantic Southeast Asia audience, Trump vs. Harris debate and more faith news
Welcome to Higher Ground, the faith-centric newsletter focused on the intersection of culture and politics from experienced journalists at The Washington Times. Published September 16, 2024
Harris’ shameless debate lie about late-term abortion
Unsurprisingly, abortion -- an issue on which Vice President Kamala Harris has seemingly set the heart and soul of her campaign -- was one of the biggest lightning rods during the fiery faceoff. Published September 11, 2024
Higher Ground: Hamas’ murders hostages, Nashville shooter manifesto and more
Welcome to Higher Ground, the faith-centric newsletter focused on the intersection of culture and politics from experienced journalists at The Washington Times. Published September 9, 2024
Israeli-American mother’s worst nightmare reveals what true love exemplifies
After nearly 11 months of traversing the airways to raise alarm bells on behalf of Israeli hostages and to fight for her own son's release, Rachel Goldberg-Polin's worst fears became a reality: Her son, Hersh, who was taken hostage during Hamas' Oct. 7 terror attack, was recently slaughtered by his captors. Published September 4, 2024
