Mary Ellen Murphy: In the pew and out — the case of my faith
My name is Mary Ellen Murphy and I am still a Catholic. At times, I may be non-practicing, but never entirely former.
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Christi Olivier Allen: Attorney General Dana Nessel and the rule of law
In an era of blurred legal lines and executive overreach, Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel is offering something too rare in current American politics: a principled defense of constitutional order backed by action.
Bill Dalton: Tulipanthophobia, Holland and Kidman
When Tulip Time mercifully ended this year after eight crazy nights, I felt a welkom sense of relief.
Tim Pennings: Einstein: Foil for quantum physics
Einstein, serving as foil, described quantum physics as “spooky.” What was he objecting to? Read on.
Mary McKSchmidt: More than a tax on tea
We are not helpless in influencing what is happening to our country.
Diane Payne: We have a choice to turn a blind eye or to act
We have a choice: Ignore what's happening or respond as conscientious citizens who care about our neighbors.
Barbara Mezeske: An American abroad in 2025
If the values of freedom, justice and a diverse democracy are lacking in our elected representatives, they can still be found among ordinary Americans.
Doug Tjapkes: Recalibrate the way we see prison reform
Up to 90% of them are going to be released someday, and decent treatment will certainly contribute toward making them better neighbors for you and me.
Tim Pennings: Tragedy of the commons
Our lives are interwoven. Maybe, just maybe, like the shepherds, we all win or we all lose together.