The Way to Ourselves

The Way to Ourselves

For fear of suffering the consequences or suffering a setback, some “suffer fools gladly.” They decide early on to stay in their place, stay put, in their lane, on the sidelines, or just stay out of it.  Sometimes, we get in our own way before we even know where we...
Pew Study Gauges U.S. Opinions on Journalists

Pew Study Gauges U.S. Opinions on Journalists

A new Pew Research Center study asked U.S. respondents to share their opinions on what they value in a journalist and what content and media platforms they most consider “journalism.” The report found that while people generally know what they want from journalists,...
The Sacred Act of Remembering

The Sacred Act of Remembering

The last time I saw my grandfather, he remembered me. Like my grandmother, he struggled with dementia at the end of life. When I walked into his hospice room, he was sitting in a wheelchair, slouched, weak, frail, and asleep. I hated to wake him, but I wasn’t sure...
Beyond Grace and Faith: Trump’s Real Eternity Problem

Beyond Grace and Faith: Trump’s Real Eternity Problem

Donald Trump makes more news during a week than most presidents do in a month. His ability to command a media narrative may be the only aspect of his presidency that finds almost universal agreement among fans and critics alike.  Whether it’s an unorthodox policy...