The Hijacking of American Democracy
Trends continue to allow dollars, not voters, to elect our leaders. In the summer of 2008, a 90-minute political documentary, produced by the conservative group Citizens United, was scheduled for...
View ArticleMilk…Does It Do a Body More Harm Than Good?
Calcium, pH, bone loss, lobbyists, federal funding and our health. "When you hear the word osteoporosis, what's the first word that comes to your mind? If you said "Milk" then the American Dairy...
View ArticleNuke Our Energy Policy
Scientific data speaks loudly in favor of change!Lately, there has been a lot of anxiety and many questions about the sharp rise in fuel prices and our energy policy. Fossil fuel and coal are the two...
View ArticleOur Stake in their Struggle
Extremism, the squeaky wheel, and pro-American Muslims. Last month was a particularly eventful month as Europe continued to struggle its way through stabilizing the euro and multiple downgrades. Here...
View ArticleCrossFit Unity’s Beast Wars
CrossFit Unity’s Beast Wars Promote Friendly Athletic Competition to Benefit Local Animal Rescue Groups. On September 22, CrossFit Unity, located in Seabrook, Texas, hosted its first ever CrossFit...
View ArticleDownhill to Southeast Nigeria
My mission to bring dental health to the Third World is a jaw-dropping experience. I recently had an opportunity to fulfill my deep desire to share my skills with the truly underserved. My 14,000-mile...
View ArticleWe’re Not in Kansas Anymore
Face the facts: 21st century America has arrived! “Refusal to change is the formula for extinction.” - Carla Medlenka Loudly, unmistakably, and undoubtedly, 21st century America announced its arrival...
View ArticleMidlife Mania
Middle age can bring crisis or deeper connection to life and relationships. Once again, another year has come and gone. 2012 is now in our rear view mirror. Usually around this time I can't help but...
View ArticleGuns and Roses
Safety issues and evidences in the changing scope of gun violence. Right before Christmas, I ran into a lady and her two granddaughters at Central Park in New York. She told me that she was originally...
View ArticleShould Government be Managed Like a Business?
What history tells us about successful businessmen as heads of state. The financial meltdown of 2008, along with increased concern over staggering national debt, has prompted many to question our...
View ArticleDrones—the New Normal
“Look…up in the sky” could carry new meaning for Americans Earlier last month I learned about a very peculiar incident at JFK International Airport in New York. An Alitalia pilot, while flying inside...
View ArticleWhere’s the Work?
While new graduates find frustration and lack, education and attitudes must evolve. Once again, newly minted graduates hope to join the workforce and begin the careers they have long been preparing...
View ArticleForeign Policy Begins at Home
Debating the direction of U.S. involvement at home vs abroad There has been growing temptation among our policy makers to get involved in Syria. While boots on the ground warfare is still very...
View ArticleProhibition Never Works
Drug addiction and incarcerations increasing in spite of the war on drugs Last month there was another explosion of violence on the streets of Chicago. According to police reports, on June 18, dozens...
View ArticleThe Trial Heard Round the World
Examining the rationality of laws promoting senseless homicide The trial of George Zimmerman is now over, but the carnage it caused is still felt throughout our country and around the world. This was a...
View ArticleExtreme Power to Choose
Fewer choices mean more time for life’s important decisions Which cereal should we eat for breakfast, what songs should we put on our iPod, which shoes should we wear? Do we have too many choices in...
View ArticleCheap is the New Expensive
”Made in America” keeps the American Dream alive ‘Tis the Season The holidays are upon us, ushering in the largest shopping spree of the year. As we make our lists of wants and needs, most of us will...
View ArticleFiscal Responsibility
We must demand leaders who acknowledge thatdebt does not constitute prosperity Last month congress escaped another close call. Of course I am talking about avoiding a default on our national debt. This...
View ArticleOur Glass is Half Full
History shows that we are healthier, wealthier and more peaceful than ever December is a special time of year. My 10th grade history teacher taught me that it’s also a good time to review the past...
View ArticleOur Privacy vs Our Security
The NSA’s role in protecting Americans Last year, we all realized how closely our electronic communications and transactions are being watched by the government. In part, we can thank Edward Snowden—a...
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