Brandon Showalter
Opinion writer and social commentator
Brandon M. Showalter is a journalist and podcaster with The Christian Post who has reported extensively on topics of theological interest in the Church; bioethics issues such as euthanasia, assisted suicide, artificial reproductive technology, and surrogacy; and the developments of the "gender identity" movement and transgender ideology.
He was first inspired to pursue a career in writing and journalism while mopping floors and scrubbing toilets as a church custodian in April 2015.
He earned a bachelor's degree in international studies and Spanish from Bridgewater College of Virginia in 2007, a Master of Arts in human rights from The Catholic University of America in 2022, and is a fellow of the John Jay Institute for Faith, Society, & Law. He is also a graduate (class of 2015) of a three-year, non-degree program at Bethel School of Ministry in Redding, California.
His favorite thing to do in life is to sing.
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Harry Potter author JK Rowling faces intense backlash for saying 'sex is real'
The author of the Harry Potter series, J.K. Rowling, is facing intense backlash online for reiterating that biological sex is real, comments many are now deeming hateful and "transphobic."
NHS removes trans guidance claim that puberty blockers are ‘fully reversible’
The National Health Service in England has updated its policy on puberty blockers by removing the claim that the experimental drugs prescribed to transgender-identifying youth are "fully reversible." It now says it's unknown what the short-term and long-term effects will be on a person's bones, physical body and mental health.
Professor removed from department chair position for stressing importance of biological sex
A feminist University of Alberta professor of anthropology has been removed from her associate department chair position for expressing the reality and importance of biological sex — comments deemed "unsafe."
UK to offer path to citizenship for 3M Hong Kong residents if China imposes new security law
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson is offering Hong Kong residents a pathway to citizenship in the United Kingdom should China proceed with implementing a national security law that would effectively control the city-state's government.
Facebook shuts down 500 Mom Strong for speaking out against Drag Queen Story Hour
Facebook has shut down a social media group organized for mothers who are opposed to drag queen story hours at local libraries.
Amazon delivery driver pauses during busy day to pray for baby with heart condition
An Amazon delivery driver's prayer for a baby boy with a heart condition in Idaho has gone viral and is inspiring many.
'Remarkable': Minn. sports bar raises over $1M to rebuild after looting, destruction during riots
A small business that was destroyed during the riots that broke out after the killing of George Floyd last week has raised over $1 million in crowdfunding to rebuild.
Canadian gender clinic's gruesome photos in trans surgery promotion found in violation of ad standards
A Canadian gender clinic was found to be in violation of advertising standards following a complaint about its promotion of radical surgeries to young people using gruesome photos and post-operative patient testimonials.
Homeschool attorney responds to Harvard professor's claims that homeschooling is dangerous
A Harvard Law School professor's assertion that homeschooling is dangerous for children and must either be heavily regulated or banned is wrong, says Home School Legal Defense Association attorney T.J. Schmidt.
What does it really mean to be 'filled with the Spirit'?
The phrase "filled with the Spirit" is loaded with unfortunate connotations, but it need not be, according to a scholar of early Judaism and Christian origins at a Pentecostal seminary.
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American missionary details brutal 6 years in captivity: 'I lost my religion, but gained my faith'
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James Talarico's moderate makeover doesn't add up
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How a 'God moment' became a 25-year mission to serve children with disabilities
Adam Hamilton campaign responds to claims pastor believes non-Christians 'go to Heaven': 'Inclusivism, not universalism'
