Round and round she goes

Sarah Palin, speaking at a religious gathering in Kentucky, unwittingly summed up what is, for me, the biggest reason her ignorance is so dangerous: Really, it is our solemn duty. Praying for true spiritual awakening to overcome deterioration. That is where God wants...

Expected, Unexpected

Certain rites of passage you expect to experience—and even enjoy. Take Friday, for example. The dear husband and I walked the few blocks to Northampton High School where we met with the gregarious guidance counselor to go over choices for our eldest son’s...

Letters: What Do You Think?

GOP and Taxes: The Aha Moment Republicans don’t increase taxes on the wealthy during an economic downturn—it will exacerbate the problem. Republicans don’t increase taxes on the wealthy during a recession—it will slow recovery. Republicans...