I had a grand time at Union University today–a fine institution run by some truly wonderful people. You might recall that Union was hit by a major tornado in 2008, which destroyed 18 dorms and did more than $40 million worth of damage. The school has come back stronger than ever. I gave a luncheon speech and enjoyed the jousting in the question-and-answer period over Jefferson, Lincoln, and the conservative tradition. I also met Stephen Fincher, the Republican who looks like he’ll take the area’s congressional seat, long held by the retiring Democrat John Tanner. Thanks again to everyone at Union.