Why not call it out for what it is: It’s racism Monongalia County has dozens of political and faith leaders, including most of our elected representatives, who […]
Author: Opinion, The Dominion Post
51-49 vote will ensure fair trial
Virtually all experts and observers envision a near-certain acquittal of President Donald Trump by the U. S. Senate after the House passage of two articles of impeachment […]
New age for buying tobacco products a breath of fresh air
Some old habits should die young. On Dec. 20, Congress included a provision in a spending bill to make 21 the new legal age for buying tobacco […]
How 2016’s populist uprising will reverberate in 2020
WESTBY, WIS. In a country increasingly engaged in national politics and divided, the next 12 months may feel like 12 years. Voters in both trenches are eager […]
You are what you grow to be
Daniel Mazzacane Los Angeles Times Two years ago, I designed a tattoo for a friend, a celebration of the first anniversary of his gender transition. It was […]
Would you prefer a leader who supports secular agenda?
The battle between church and state is as old as church and state, as is the conflict within religious circles over who supposedly speaks for God. The […]
Who is the Mr. Jones of 2019?
Looking back at key foreign policy events of 2019, a line from Bob Dylan’s “Ballad of a Thin Man” popped into my head: “Something is happening and […]
The people who put a smile on her face
This is definitely the time of year when we need fewer frowns and more smiles. Here is my shortened list of people who make me smile. John […]
Dec. 30 letters to the editor
Respect is cornerstone of any healthy society Respect is defined as to feel or show esteem or honor for someone or something. Respect is important because it […]
A year-round gift for children
During World War II, American Relief for Norway sent donations overseas before the holidays to feed malnourished children living under Nazi occupation. When Dwight Eisenhower became president, […]
