Palestinians at Their Worst and Best
During the past week we have seen both the worst and the best versions of Palestinian action.
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Remember Death -- It Can Help You Live
Watching the unfolding tragedy in Japan of course has me reflecting on the past fourteen months in Haiti since the earthquake there.
Wisconsin Strengthens Ties Between Labor and Environment
Corporations have long used the false rhetoric of "jobs versus the environment" to pit what would be natural allies -- environmentalists and labor activists -- against one another.
Rep. King is Saying 'No' in the Face of Jesus
At the climax of The King's Speech, I held my breath with the rest of the packed audience and hoped to God that history was kind to King George VI.
The Theological Mistake of the King Hearings
There is no doubt, terrorism is real. And there are small groups of terrorists who threaten countless innocents across the world. They are waging a battle on two fronts.
Securing Women's Rights in Afghanistan
In a northern Kabul neighborhood in December, I met with the director of the Afghan Women's Skills and Development Center, a non-governmental organization working to enhance the basic skills and ca
Matthew Kelty and the Beauty of a Good Death
Writer and Trappist monk Matthew Kelty died last week at age 95. His is an example of a good life and a good death.
A Letter to Young Egyptian Protesters, From a Veteran U.S. Activist
I hope that somehow, through the vast network we call social media, this gets to you in Tahrir Square, even on this momentous F
'Dad, What is Rape?'
The Super Bowl was a good football game and the team I liked best won -- the Green Bay Packers. The team is owned by its city, not some narcissistic rich guy, and I like that.