
A monumental contradiction
Washington, D.C., memorials invariably quote some of the masterpieces of our heritage, a reminder of the values that ground the American experiment in democracy.

Obama uses N-Word to make point about not using N-Word?
It is a matter of recognizing and struggling against racism in all of its various forms, particularly its institutional features.

Michelle Obama's deeply moving words
At the graduation ceremony of Tuskegee University, Michelle Obama spoke of the racial barriers facing African Americans and encouraged them to overcome discrimination.

Drawing a line in the sand on TPP is a mistake
I am opposed to the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) trade deal, as well as the enabling legislation being debated in Congress.

