From a $200 donor to our fund drive:

Becoming a parent brought me a weighty sense of responsibility. More than ever, I’m concerned by what my son hears, sees, or repeats, as well as what he sees me listening to, watching, or saying. I’ve also thought a lot about qualities I would like my son to have, and how I could consciously or unconsciously introduce and instill those qualities in him.
As he grows up, I want my son to know that I support conservative causes, in word and deed. I want him to have core beliefs, and know that he and I share those beliefs. Even then, I want him to understand that it’s O.K. to disagree with others, so long as your disagreement is thoughtful and sincere. I want him to be open to opposing viewpoints, without compromising his convictions. I would also like him to have a range of interests and activities that he can partake in.
And this is why I’m donating this year. I have read NRO for the past five years without contributing. My previous support has been heavy on “words” and light on the “deeds.” But NRO is exactly the kind of thing I want my son to see me reading, and hopefully (someday) enjoy himself.
Although there is much talk of “internecine war” within the Republican Party and Conservative Movement, I find the disagreements on NRO to be informative and civil. I haven’t seen anyone accused of improper intentions. Open debate is allowed and encouraged. Sometimes writers are persuasive enough to change my mind. Sometimes they reinforce my previously held stances. Either way, they are worth contemplating.
I also enjoy the breadth of coverage at NRO. Politics? Of course. Opera reviews? Got it. Math Corner? Got it. Star Trek? Well… sometimes.
Thanks for all that you guys do.
From, A Loyal Supporter (Finally!)

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