Having succeeded to the final decades of tenure in this marvelous adventure of life, I am no longer surprised by the magnificence of the human species or the shallowness of human character. Many eloquent words have been spoken of the myriad examples of the magnificence of our species. In those examples the words are graceful, flowing, solid and powerful. Conversely, in the examples depicting the shallowness of the human species, the words are deceptive and nuanced, always leaving an opportunity for one to hide or evade. ...more

February 5, 2009

Having succeeded to the final decades of tenure in this marvelous adventure of life, I am no longer surprised by the magnificence of the human species or the shallowness of human character. Many eloquent words have been spoken of the myriad examples of the magnificence of our species. ...more

February 5, 2009

The lieutenant governor of Illinois said Sunday he is certain scandal-plagued Gov. Rod Blagojevich will be out of office in less than two months. ...more

December 29, 2008

Costly Election Here's an example of why Buddy Johnson came back for more budget money. At the poll where I work there are about 3,000 voters on the roll. We had 6,000 ballots. ...more

December 26, 2008

Dr. Berrios: A 'Real Doctor' I just felt I needed to express my sympathy for the Berrios family. ...more

December 17, 2008