Muslims Don’t Have a Monopoly on Terrorism

Muslims Don’t Have a Monopoly on Terrorism

Too many Americans think the term “terrorism” only applies to Muslims. Christians, Jews, atheists, agnostics, Unitarians, or Quakers who commit unspeakable acts of horror often aren’t deemed to be real terrorists. Consider what happened after...
We’ve Come a Long Way, Baby, Since 1776

We’ve Come a Long Way, Baby, Since 1776

Thirteen colonies Once unfurled; Grew up To rule the world. National Public Radio presented a dramatic reading of the Declaration of Independence on the Fourth of July. It properly honored the brilliance, perseverance, and clarity of the document’s authors and...

The Defense Industry Threatens America’s Economy

Weapons are Our biggest threat; For falling deeper Into debt. India has the military-industrial complex all figured out. So does Saudi Arabia. Neither of them has one. Who needs to build weapons when you can simply buy them at a discount elsewhere? Not that anyone...
Heading for Havana

Heading for Havana

For most Americans, visiting Cuba is inconceivable. Not so for travelers from the rest of the world. The Caribbean country’s stunning beaches, colonial architecture, vintage cars, and vibrant musical culture attract more than 2 million tourists a year from...
Making the U.S.-Pakistan Relationship Less Toxic

Making the U.S.-Pakistan Relationship Less Toxic

Since the covert U.S. operation that killed Osama bin Laden near a Pakistani military installation, the U.S.-Pakistani relationship has rapidly deteriorated. Officials from both countries face increasing political pressure to stand firm in opposition to one another....