NFL does the Right Thing and bans protests

Let me be clear — Black Americans suffer discrimination in many ways. My family, such as Robert A. Lower, has been fighting for their human rights for generations. Yesterday, NYC Mayor, Bill De Blasio, directed police to stop arresting people for using cannabis in public. The city nabbed 17,880 people last year for "low-level" marijuana … Continue reading NFL does the Right Thing and bans protests →

Another school shooting as America continues to bully boys and men

Dimitrios Pagourtzis, the 17-year-old alleged shooter in the Santa Fe, Texas high school attack, left at least 10 dead and 10 more wounded. He used a shotgun and a .38 caliber handgun in the slaughter. The weapons apparently belonged to his father. I wrote previously how negligently America behaves toward boys. Some 14 boys per 100,000 commit … Continue reading Another school shooting as America continues to bully boys and men →

Take a moment to remember your mother

My mother passed a little over three years ago. Her suffering finally ended. For those of you who have lost a parent, you know the pain. She was the first one to hold me, to nourish me, and to teach me I was loved. In my many years, I've been able to watch thousands of … Continue reading Take a moment to remember your mother →

It’s not racism, it is FEAR

A mother of two boys from New Mexico claims her sons were racially profiled when university police at Colorado State pulled them from a campus tour group to question them about their identity. Was this a racist act or prudent safety concern? Both Native Americans, Thomas Kanewakeron Gray, 19, and his brother Lloyd Skanahwati Gray, … Continue reading It’s not racism, it is FEAR →

For women who wish they had courage

Huffington Post has become a portal for people, primarily women and those in minority groups, to air grievances. They provide a useful service. People who feel marginalized now have a platform where they can share experiences and find commonality with others. The downside is the publication has become Whiny Post. Editors select stories that normalize … Continue reading For women who wish they had courage →

Kanye is correct that slavery is a choice

Kanye West prides himself on being what he claims is a "free thinker." Earlier this week, the rapper said, "When you hear about slavery for 400 years ... for 400 years? That sounds like a choice." Kanye's comment wasn't popular with the African American community. Blair L. M. Kelley, professor of history and African-American studies at … Continue reading Kanye is correct that slavery is a choice →

Mean-Spirited and Bullying Political Left

I was raised to support liberal values. This political doctrine believes protecting and enhancing the freedom of the individual is the central concern of politics, and generally, considers government to be necessary to ensure individuals are not harmed by others. A liberal seeks "safe spaces" that are open to all and inclusive of all. Unfortunately, as … Continue reading Mean-Spirited and Bullying Political Left →

Someone Should Pay for Me

I'm a White male. Millions on the political Left rage that Americans like me have privilege. I've writen how this makes White dudes angry. I remember interviewing for my first job — a minimum wage summer position. There were twelve applicants in a crowded room — all young White males. It's illogical to claim we … Continue reading Someone Should Pay for Me →

Donald Trump Saves the World

As a life-long Democrat, I left the party after the DNC and Hillary obstructed Bernie in the primary. How ironic it is Democrats demand punitive sanctions on Russia for allegedly interfering in Election 2016 when they are guilty of the same charge. For the record, I voted for Trump — not because I supported him … Continue reading Donald Trump Saves the World →

Tom Brokaw Ambushed and Then Perp Walked

As a union VP who defended women for over a decade, I can attest to the need to improve workplace behavior — by both men and women. The women I supported were courageous. They took tremendous risk to speak up when mistreated. They demonstrated faith and conviction to trust me to navigate a generally unfriendly … Continue reading Tom Brokaw Ambushed and Then Perp Walked →