The beginnings of an educated decision Our first step toward deciding not to vaccinate our (now adult) children came as a surprise. My husband and I were both at the pediatrician’s office for a Continue Reading
Why I May Never Vote Again
I have been politically aware to one degree or another for about the last 40 years. Before that, I pledged allegiance to the United States of America, like every other obedient public school student. Continue Reading
How to Talk to Your College Age Daughter About Human Trafficking
“What are you doing to fight human trafficking?” is the emotionally charged question that my college-age daughters are finding is prevalent at school. Some fellow students seem to think this is a good Continue Reading
Why We Don’t Agree About Islamic Refugees
There is no doubt that we live in a world where some people have the power to claim governmental authority over others. Add to this the tendency of so many to say that they need a leader because it is Continue Reading
The Trouble With Political Labels
Or Should I Call Myself a Libertarian? One of my college-age daughters asked me recently what a “neo-con” is. Though she can hold an intelligent conversation about important issues, Continue Reading
