Current Events

“When we meet real tragedy in life we can react in two ways — either by losing hope and falling into self-destructive habits or by using the challenge to find our inner strength.” That inspiring thought comes from the Dalai Lama and it is certainly applicable in the wake of the unfathomable tragedy in Newtown Connecticut.

Nina Easton’s recent article “Stop Beating Up the Rich” begins by quoting the French historian Alexis de Tocqueville who chronicled American society’s often contradictory pursuit of both equality and the a

I am sure the hearts and minds of every American reflected with great sadness on the events that took place ten years ago.  Our thoughts and prayers go out to everyone who lost a loved one on 9/11 or as a result of the terrorist attacks on America.