Slave Ownership. A reader shared two very thoughtful items in support of my discussion last week that slavery is a human issue. I want to say thanks to him and I believe that the items are important enough I want to share them with you. The first was a huge Read more…
Slavery responsibility. I have a friend who is openly, clearly, and proudly, far to the left politically. He is also a very bright man who is willing to listen. He has an extremely curious mind and sends me information on many topics. Even though he is far left, this week Read more…
During my respite in August, I took the time to write an essay on claims about whiteness. I address whether or not white is necessary and whether or not white is sufficient for injustice. The claim that all whites are racist is a claim that being white is sufficient for Read more…
I am back. I had a good break. I read. I wrote. I reestablished contact with several people I had not visited with for a long time. My back continues to improve. I am refreshed and excited to share my thoughts and learn from you. When I taught Introduction to Read more…
Climate Change. I eat lunch on Fridays with several good friends. I believe it is fair to say, they are all more politically conservative than I am. In discussing the heat wave in which we find ourselves, I believe their opinion is — we are in a weather cycle and Read more…
Affirmative Action. A reader asked a good question. He was curious about why I have not written about the Supreme Court’s (SCOTUS) decision on Affirmative Action for university admissions. When I considered my response to him, I came to the conclusion I do not have strong feelings about the case. Read more…
Great Movie. Today is soething new because I do not think I have ever recommended a movie in this blog. Last week in church a friend suggested we see the movie Sound of Freedom. This was the first time she had ever recommended a film to us. She raved about Read more…
I hope everyone had a good 4th of July. One of the obvious themes of the 4th is freedom. The original freedom was from British rule. We now celebrate freedom in a broader fashion, particularlyby highlighting the sacrifices made for our continued freedom. On the 4th I remind myself freedom Read more…
If you are coming to the beach this summer, please, please be careful. Numerous people have been lost to rip tides along the Gulf Coast in the last couple of weeks. For the first time in 100 days since our accident my back is not hurting my movements. My renewed Read more…
Representation. Last blog I mentioned Eva Longoria’s foundation. The group has demonstrated areas in which Latinos are underrepresented. As I wrote, I was impressed with her response to underrepresentation. Rather than blaming others, she looked for ways to empower and take personal responsibility. Her work raises the very important issue Read more…