I have big thoughts on a recent op-ed from The Washington Post entitled, "I would’ve aborted a fetus with Down syndrome. Women need that right." But first, some context.
Read moreThe Medium and the Message
Nine years ago, a young black American whip-smart by the name of Barak Obama became the 44th President of the United States. As we'd just moved overseas, I didn't vote in that election, but if I had, it's likely I would've cast my vote for the graphic designer who created...
Read moreA gift on my Irish doorstep on day 4 of Trump's America
I’m embarrassed to admit I’ve been afraid to go beyond my front door in the last few days. The news is still filled with American chaos and riots and the very real fears faced by ethnic and religious minorities, women and the disabled. They’ve been put in the crosshairs of the President-elect...
Read moreOn Patriotism From a Distance
In a classroom of two dozen 9-year-olds, the one who doesn't stand for the Pledge of Allegiance is bound to cause a fuss. Why did she sit? Why didn't she say a word? What kind crazy stuff were her parents filling her head with?
Read moreElection hangover in Babylon
As the polls were closing, results came quickly in and the victor of our presidential election was announced, I sighed with relief. I'm so thankful it's over, I'm so thankful it was decided quickly, I'm so thankful we have the freedom to participate in the process...
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