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Scott Walker

swalker@washingtontimes.com

Scott Walker is a columnist for the Washington Times. He was the 45th governor of Wisconsin and launched a bid for the 2016 Republican presidential nomination. He lives in Milwaukee and is the proud owner of a 2003 Harley Davidson Road King. He can be reached at swalker@washingtontimes.com.

Columns by Scott Walker

Illustration on informed patriotism by Linas Garsys/The Washington Times

How respect for American history ensures freedoms

President Ronald Reagan once said, "freedom is never more than one generation away from extinction." Riots and chaos in the streets of many American cities today are a reminder of how fragile our freedom is.

July 30, 2020
Democratic presidential candidate, former Vice President Joe Biden speaks during a campaign event, Tuesday, July 14, 2020, in Wilmington, Del. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)

Joe Biden doesn’t understand that tax cuts work

Were the words to the Beatles' classic song "Taxman" a preview to a possible Joe Biden presidency? Looking at his statements during the campaign, I am convinced that Joe Biden will be the new taxman.

July 16, 2020
Balanced Budget illustration by Linas Garsys

How to fix the U.S. debt crisis

According to the U.S. Debt Clock, the federal debt has now grown to more than $26 trillion. The federal government needs an intervention. We need a Balanced Budget Amendment -- before it's too late.

July 9, 2020
In this July 4, 2019, file photo, fireworks go off over the Lincoln Memorial in Washington. The Trump administration is promising one of the largest fireworks displays in recent memory for Washington on July 4. It also plans to give away as many as 300,000 face masks to those who come down to the National Mall, although they won't be required to wear them. (AP Photo/Susan Walsh)

Celebrating an exceptional country on Independence Day

We celebrate Independence Day in America this week. Despite our imperfect history, the United States is an exceptional country that still attracts masses from around the world because of the freedom and opportunities available to our citizens.

July 2, 2020
In this Sept. 15, 2018, file photo, former Vice President Joe Biden addresses the Human Rights Campaign National Dinner in Washington, D.C. (AP Photo/Cliff Owen)

Why Joe Biden must never be president

Science tells us that an unborn child is a human being. That was my response to former Vice President Joe Biden's tweet earlier this week that said, "we need a president who believes in science." So, is Mr. Biden a denier?

May 21, 2020
Illustration on dealing with U.S. debt by Linas Garsys/The Washington Times

Confronting the U.S. debt crisis before it’s too late

The federal debt will be $30 trillion within the year. Just a few months ago, we were warning that the debt was more than $23 trillion and heading toward $30 trillion by 2025. That was before the coronavirus crisis hit.

April 16, 2020