Sports

Dolphins Rebound with a Vengeance

The Miami Dolphins defeated the New York Jets 30-0 in a game played  Sunday at Hardrock Stadium. They appeared to be a team chomping at the bit to exact revenge or at least prove that last week’s debacle against the Tennessee Titans was an aberration, not the present number two seed in the AFC after summarily dispensing of a Jets team that is simply put – a shell of itself. […]

Local News

Unwrapping ‘Crown Jewels’ Under Your Christmas Tree This Year

Besides the Divine Gift and the opportunity to celebrate with loved ones, this Christmas I bring you the greatest gift we can give ourselves now – peace. I found it in our National Park System and it has stayed with me for almost 30 years. Today I’m placing our “Crown Jewels” under your tree so you can unwrap them at your leisure and a world of experience you never dreamed possible. […]

National News

The Compensated Emancipation Act of 1862: Unveiling a Hidden Injustice

     In the annals of American history, the Compensated Emancipation Act of 1862 stands as a pivotal yet often overlooked moment. Signed into law by President Abraham Lincoln during the throes of the Civil War, this legislation aimed to abolish slavery in the nation’s capital. However, a dark twist accompanied this seemingly progressive move – while enslavers received compensation for their “lost property,” the newly freed Black individuals were left without reparations. […]

Opinions

In What Moral Universe?

   What moral universe sanctions my taxes to support the carnage? My government is also the sole member of the UN Security Council to veto an immediate ceasefire in the “holy” land, the latest and saddest variation of American Exceptionalism. […]