Black Lives Matter
Burnt out buildings: Just property damage or a visualization of pain?
June 5, 2020Somehow, the reason “why” these demonstrations are taking place has been drowned out in the minds of many, overtaken by wrongly-placed fury over the destruction of things.
Read moreAfter attacks by police, journalists fight to defend First Amendment
June 4, 2020Freedom of the press is under attack from police violence.
Read moreDrew Brees’ apology for ‘insensitive’ comments not accepted
June 4, 2020Before we dig into the latest foolish, uncouth statement coming out of the NFL, let’s first look at their consistent behavioral patterns and backpedaling.
Read moreNever alone: Five poems for a time of revolt
June 4, 2020The current wave of protests has reawakened a passion for social and racial justice, a passion often captured by the words of poets.
Read moreDissension in the ranks? Pentagon breaks with Trump over protest crackdown
June 4, 2020The right-wing coalition built around Trump is showing cracks that could end up splitting off support for the president in November.
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