A philosopher once asked, “Why are we should-ing all over ourselves?” Okay, maybe not so much a philosopher as Carrie Bradshaw on Sex & the City. But stick with me—even…
In 1934, after learning that thousands of hawks were being killed as they migrated south through eastern Pennsylvania, bird lover, conservationist, feminist, and New York socialite Rosalie Edge borrowed money…
Ordinary people with extraordinary vision can redeem the soul of America by getting in what I call good trouble, necessary trouble. Voting and participating in the democratic process are key.…
Time has warped. March felt like a year. April felt like five years. May picked up speed, and I’m not sure how it’s now August. And still the days blur.…
“My name is Harry Truman, and I’ve been a member for 25 years.” I remember being impressed (and a little skeptical—could that really be his name?). But it wasn’t Harry…
Six maskshang on the coat rack,like ornaments ona tree. Not trimmingsfrom places visited orspecial baubles, but gifts nonetheless,wrapped in patternsand flowers. Offerings toshoppers and staffat stores, neighbors, andcommunity membersat vigils.…
About a year ago, I went to a meeting and let people know I was getting over a cold and wouldn’t be shaking hands. It felt odd, like I was…
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