by Donald E. Williams | Nov 4, 2026 | Opinion
The Preamble to the Declaration of Independence is almost prophetic in forecasting periodic recalibrations of the American political landscape. It anticipates that when political parties and systems fail, the governed reserve the right to replace elected...
by Donald E. Williams | Sep 10, 2026 | Opinion
There is a curious phrase that appears repeatedly in the Synoptic Gospels, one that seems remarkably relevant to a salient problem in society today: “Those with ears to hear, let them hear.” Jesus uses variations of this expression throughout his teaching, often at...
by Donald E. Williams | Aug 25, 2026 | Opinion
The recent tragic death of Professor Jason Arday, formerly of the University of Cambridge, weighs heavily on my heart. Arday was the youngest Black professor in Cambridge’s history. He also faced an extraordinary level of public and media scrutiny over his...
by Donald E. Williams | Aug 11, 2026 | Opinion
The ancient Greeks were quite concerned about justice in what they referred to as the polis—the city-state. Justice was one of the essential cardinal virtues, alongside wisdom, temperance, and courage. These virtues governed the activity of the soul, establishing the...
by Donald E. Williams | Jul 16, 2026 | Opinion
One of the most disquieting developments in contemporary America is the resurgence of ideas associated with the ”Lost Cause” narrative. The Lost Cause is a revisionist interpretation of American history that emerged after the Civil War and gained influence during...
