“There’s only one person more incredible than the Incredible Hulk, and that’s my Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.” These are the words of Josh Hokit, the former NFL player and heavyweight mixed martial artist who was one of the fighters…
Trump, the White House, the UFC and our history of violence
On June 14, a spectacle of violence will take place on the White House South Lawn — a spectacle bigger than anything we’ve seen since the January 6 insurrection. UFC Freedom 250, a mixed-martial arts event produced by Ultimate Fighting…
Why I will boycott the UFC pay-per-view from the White House
A nation’s birthday should reveal what it values most. As America approaches its 250th anniversary, I find myself reflecting less on fireworks and celebrations and more on the meaning of freedom itself. That reflection has led me to a personal…
Trump’s birthday is an opportunity for semiquincentennial ‘pride’
On June 14, Dozin’ Donald Trump will celebrate his 80th birthday; and although he can’t seem to stay awake for much these days, the 47th president will be eyes wide open that evening as he hosts a UFC cage fight…