Is Romney America’s last chance or last dance?
A comedian took a trip to one of our Southern states once; I can't remember if it was Iowa or...
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Romney a good man with bad ideas
Presidential candidate Mitt Romney's speech at the Republican Convention was everything his supporters hoped for – and then some. He...
My first cultural wedding provides unique experience
I recently attended the wedding of my fiancé’s cousin. I was so excited to see what differences there might be...
Please stick to word limit for letters to editor
Among newspaper people, it has long been recognized letters to editor are the "lifeblood" of the Opinion Page and the...
Let’s condemn Russian trio’s conviction
The ghost of Josef Stalin still stalks Russia. Last week, a female punk-rock trio named "Pussy Riot" was convicted of...
Music makes Sparkle remake memorable
It can be hard for writers and directors to remake films. They have to worry about staying true to the...
Handwritten notes are becoming extinct. Why?
On a recent trip to Barnes and Noble, I came across a box of quotable cards. I was more than...
Once I solve problems, I’ll buy underwear
It was pointed out to me in a recent conversation with my bride of what will be 50 years this...