But, in a larger sense, we can not dedicate – we can not consecrate – we can not hallow – this ground. The brave men, living and dead, who struggled here, have consecrated it, far above our poor power to … Continue reading →

I want to address the coverage of the shutdown using a few videos. Let’s begin with this skit from the folks at Jimmy Kimmel Live. I acknowledge that this video was exploited for its comedic value and the polling is … Continue reading →

I watched Tucker Carlson on Fox News yesterday  explaining that the veto of Arizona bill 1062 amounts to supporting fascism: CARLSON: Well it’s pretty simple. I mean, if you want to have a gay wedding, fine, go ahead. If I … Continue reading →

There’s a lot of disagreement on political issues these days and that’s to be expected. We’re politically polarized for a number of reasons. That means all kinds of issues that shouldn’t be political are now fractured down ideological lines. While … Continue reading →

I am not a native Detroiter.  In fact, I wasn’t thrilled about moving there when I took a job with WDET in 2001.  I’d heard all the same things you have, about the crime, the poverty, the burnt out buildings … Continue reading →

I’m black. My grandfather is William Grant Still, the “Dean of African-American composers.” His skin was the color of maple syrup. Mine is the color of café au lait. My grandfather suffered countless indignities and injustices because of his color. … Continue reading →

This past weekend, my son was in a very serious auto accident. The careful engineering in the car did exactly what it was designed to do: the front end crumpled and the air bags deployed. So, the engine is a … Continue reading →

A very old friend of mine asked me if I thought this nation isn’t ready for a female president. I just thought I would repost my answer (edited just a little to add stuff): First off, regardless of who won … Continue reading →

You are going to see a lot of posts about the Trump administration on my social media accounts because he is now our president. I have posted a lot about Obama as well, often times not complimentary. I’ve repeatedly told … Continue reading →

I’m a professional journalist and that means I try to refrain from expressing my opinion on issues in the news. I want my audience to trust that I can have a conversation with anyone that’s fair and unbiased. But no … Continue reading →