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Bryan Stevenson: We need to talk about an injustice (TED)

TED is an amazing resource of smart, passionate people helping others to see possibilities. Bryan Stevenson shines a light on one of the critical failings of American society.

The Rage Is Not About Health Care – Op-Ed

The rage is mostly about the fear of changing demographics. Op-Ed Columnist – The Rage Is Not About Health Care – NYTimes.com.

A Few 2008 Post-election Thoughts

Now that our long national election is (mostly) decided, a few thoughts in the wake of election-night emotion.

Tears and Pride For America

I’m not a big Obama supporter. I haven’t been from the start. But tonight, when the country spoke with a loud voice that they not only wanted change, but they wanted a black man to lead them…I’m not ashamed to tell you that tears streamed down my face.

Some of What’s Racing Through My Mind

Race continues to be a factor in the American fabric. Is it as big of an issue as it used to be, or is time changing the pattern of society’s quit. I’ve had an interesting vantage point in the debate,

Get To Be President By Acting Presidential

The recent news that presumptive Republican nominee John McCain has called for the GOP to scale back the nominating convention circus to …

Form Demographics

I have trouble whenever I have to fill out those demographics boxes on forms. I never quite know what to answer and still be truthful. I know I’m not alone in this, as the Mulligan Stew that is America is flavored with its demographic blends.

Musing on…The Wonder of Population Migration

I’ve lived in a lot of places around the country. So many, in fact, that if I’m not enveloped by a variety …