When the Declaration of Independence was signed 250 years ago, newspapers throughout the colonies shared the life-changing news with their readers. With all of the enormous changes in this country and media since 1776, it’s noteworthy that more than 5,000 newspapers are still informing ...
As the federal government entered fiscal year 2027 on Oct. 1, we marked the 50th anniversary of the Hyde Amendment's application to federal appropriations for Medicaid and other health programs in order to ensure that taxpayer dollars are not used to fund elective abortions. When the late ...
"The rich are different from you and me." -- F. Scott Fitzgerald I read two books in one weekend: "Just Mercy" by Bryan Stevenson on Saturday, "Strangers" by Belle Burden on Sunday. They're true stories, told well, about two countries, both inside America's borders: Death Row in Alabama, ...
October is already here, which means November is right around the corner. Since November is Family Engagement Month, now is a good time for families and schools to think about simple ways to recognize and celebrate their partnership. Celebrating does not require a large event, a new program, ...
Ding-Dong! It's that time of year when you start to see toxic diet culture rolling out their memes touting “How many squats = a Butterfinger”, “This many sit-ups will remove a Snickers from your belly” and articles promoting “The Best Exercises to Work off that Halloween Candy”. ...
A simple compliment about a haircut revealed just how young peer pressure can begin. One day, I said hello to six-year-old Jennifer. “Hello, Jennifer. I see you have a new haircut.” She quickly replied, “Yes, but I’m still a girl, though!” At first, I smiled. It seemed like a ...
