When people talk about the different levels of government, they usually know about their local government, such as their City and/or County, and also that we have State and Federal…
By Michael Costa Ageism is an issue in American society in general, given a fundamental cultural preference for “young,” “new,” and “fresh.” Those who are “older” and “aging” face certain…
“What does a Trustee do?” That’s probably one of the most frequently asked questions I get when meeting people. It is a fair question, to be honest. Most of our…
You can dance in a hurricane, but only if you’re standing in the eye. -Brandi Carlile, The Eye As a lesbian minister ordained in the United Methodist Church (UMC), Rev.…
Choosing which public restroom to use can be a complicated proposition for transgender people who often face threats and violence for walking through the “wrong” door. A 2013 study by…
Compiled by Dennis McMillan Latest Poll Finds Young Americans Overwhelmingly Favor LGBT Rights Young people in America overwhelmingly support LGBT rights when it comes to policies on employment, health care…
By Ann Rostow Thanks for Nothing, Justice Breyer! As the last issue went to press came the extraordinary news that the U.S. Supreme Court effectively reversed the Fourth Circuit’s ruling…
On January 23, 1849, Jason Chamberlain, a 27-year-old carpenter, and James Chaffee, 25, a wheelwright, boarded the ship Capitol at anchor in Boston Harbor. They had met and become dear…
Buying a hybrid once meant making a distinct statement about being green. Driving a Toyota Prius or Honda Insight demonstrated its owner’s commitment to saving gas and the environment. But…
What comes to mind when you think of creating a budget? For many people, even the thought of putting one together is unappealing. However, there’s another more positive way to…
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