Despite Criticism, Mother Teresa Canonized a Saint
While Mother Teresa’s clinics received millions of dollars in donations, their conditions drew criticism from people disturbed by a shortage of medical care and nutrition.
Kudos to Colin Kaepernick
Kaepernick explained his action saying he didn't want to "show pride" in a country that "oppresses black people and people of color," citing a number of shootings of black people…
A Shot in the Arm or a Kick in the Gut?
For people on either side of the vaccine debate, you might want to sit yourself down and compose yourself before you read any further. For someone like me who often…
Donald Trump, the Muslim Basher
On the final night of the Democratic National Convention, Khizr Khan delivered a passionate appeal for voters to support Hillary Clinton, and accused Donald Trump of sacrificing "nothing."
Taking a Leaf from Bernie’s Book: Clinton’s Student Loan Plan
The growth in college debt is an issue close to the hearts of millions of voters, but for young Americans who came of age in the midst of the recession,…
Edward Snowden’s Story as Re-told on Film
Although Snowden may have been mentioned in previous works, his story has never been explored in the realm of dramatization. That changes with the release of Oliver Stone’s sure-to-be-controversial film,…
Black and White Consequences of the Sounds of Silence
The thin blue line separating citizens from danger seems to have become a solid wall of refusal to acknowledge the sickening consequences of police officers who either are not being…