In a 5-4 decision by the United States Supreme Court, Justice Kennedy, writing for the majority, stated: “The Constitution promises liberty to all within its reach, a liberty that includes certain specific rights that allow persons, within a lawful realm, to define and express their identity. The … [Read more...]
Independence Day – We are Free
Each July 4th, Independence Day, reminds us of America’s history. I recently read an article regarding the lives of the signers of the Declaration of Independence. What the article made clear is the sacrifice made by each and every one of the signers. Five of the signers were captured by … [Read more...]
Happy Martin Luther King, Jr. Day!
On the third Monday of January we celebrate the birthday of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. King is remembered and honored for his work as a spokesman for nonviolent activism in the civil rights movement towards ending discrimination towards African Americans. King is best know for his “I have a … [Read more...]
Veterans Day November 2014
This day brings to my memory a number of events and thoughts about a number of the events of the past. How freedom is not free. How the sacrifice by brave men and women and good moral leadership of great people have given us in this nation the freedom we enjoy. My memory, which covers the time … [Read more...]
Happy Martin Luther King, Jr. Day!
On the third Monday of January we celebrate the birthday of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. King is remembered and honored for his work as a spokesman for nonviolent activism in the civil rights movement towards ending discrimination towards African Americans. King is best know for his “I have a … [Read more...]
César Chávez: You can leave your legacy too.
The National Parks Service is looking at a Phoenix site to be named in connection with other sites as a national historic park in honor of César Chávez. Mr. Chávez worked tirelessly to improve the working conditions of migrant laborers. He has left a legacy that includes recognition from U.S. … [Read more...]
100 Years Later – The Centennial Anniversary of the Sinking of the Titanic
On April 15, 1912 at 2:20 in the morning, the fateful voyage of the RMS Titanic came to an end as the grandest ship of her time sank to the depths of the North Atlantic Ocean. The story is a familiar one, but many of the details are not so commonly known. In remembrance of those that endured such a … [Read more...]
The Final Days of World War II
From Bob Anderson, United States Veteran In reflecting on my long and interesting life, I recall that only once, in a very minor way, had I ever been close to or participated in an event of national or international importance. In the summer of 1945, I was stationed on the island of Tinian that, … [Read more...]
