Category: Mental Health

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 →

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 →

Man Would Be Dead in the U.S.A.

Canada's Public Safety Minister Ralph Goodale praised the "brave and professional" police response after Alek Minassian allegedly plowed a rental van into pedestrians in Toronto. Mike McCormack, president of the Toronto Police Association, said the officer was a "hero" and could have justified opening fire, "This officer looked at what was going on and determined he could … Continue reading Man Would Be Dead in the U.S.A. →

Corporate America Throws White Males Under the Bus

Julie Sweet, CEO of Accenture North America, a large professional consulting firm, wants to accomplish what other executives at most major companies have been unable to do: Make sure men and women are represented equally in company ranks. Her goal is to create a 50% male-50% female workforce by 2025. As of last year, the firm's U.S. … Continue reading Corporate America Throws White Males Under the Bus →

The Brilliance of Sally Kohn

On April 10th, Sally Kohn submitted an article to Huffington Post titled, "Stop Hating Trump Voters." Ms. Kohn is a former contributor to Fox News and is considered a liberal political commentator. She also serves as a community organizer and CEO of the Movement Vision Lab, which is a grassroots think tank focusing on progressive ideas and … Continue reading The Brilliance of Sally Kohn →