Opinion

House Speaker Mike Johnson is the right man for the times


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He served on Donald Trump’s legal defense team during his first impeachment. Speaking at an anti-abortion event, he openly praised “18th-century values.” He opposes LGBTQ and same-sex marriage protections. And he’s got a very important new job.

To Straight Arrow News contributor Star Parker, Rep. Mike Johnson, R-La., is the ideal House speaker for the current era. Parker argues that Johnson is a strong advocate for traditional family values and is equally committed to curbing government overspending.

He’s a dedicated public servant. He’s shown unwavering commitment to the Constitution, traditional values, the principles that have made America exceptional. You know, we wonder sometimes, where are the people that really think about the Founding Fathers and how we as a nation are exceptional, because we were the exception to the rule that anyone can break free and live a real wholesome life here. Well, he believes in the principles of the founders and American exceptionalism. 

His election brings with it a renewed sense of hope for all of us who hold conservative beliefs dear. In a recent speech that he made, he highlighted the importance of the Judeo-Christian tradition and values. Liberals up there are beside themselves about what happens now and what is going to happen next, because he spoke about the need to restore faith in our institutions and refocus on the family.

You know, the family is the bedrock of our society, and it’s a good thing that Speaker Johnson recognizes this. His vision for strengthening the social fabric that ties us together is a message that can resonate with Americans, because Americans can self-govern.