Why Rolling Stone's "Bomber" cover triggered explosion of outrage
After Rolling Stone magazine placed Tsarnaev Dzhokhar on their cover in a flattering rock star image, many protested saying it was a terrible move - and they may be right.
Quakers unite, and inspire, on gun violence
The Religious Society of Friends, known as Quakers, have an expression called "holding in the light..."
Can Destry ride again? An essay on gun control
Reducing gun violence in modern America, is not as simple as in "Destry." But neither is it a lot more complicated!
Chaos, then inspiration after bombing
The bravery of the first responders, whether public workers, runners, fans or race volunteers, in rushing toward those who were hurt and towards the explosion, smoke and chaos is to be saluted and recognized.
Pistorius offers another example of violence against women
On Feb. 14, an annual event highlighted the fact that one out of three women will be beaten or raped in her lifetime. The same day Reeva Steenkamp was killed, allegedly by Olympic track star Oscar Pistorius.
It’s simple: Talk, don’t shoot
It's not complicated. Less guns equals less murders. But arms sales are through the roof now.
Philadelphia story: Terrible math of gun violence
Since coming to Philadelphia in 1973, I personally have known at least six parents/grandparents who have lost a total of seven children and grandchildren to gun violence.
Profits are driving force behind gun epidemic
Bushmaster, manufacturer of the semi-automatic rifle used to kill 20 small children and six teachers, is a multi-million-dollar firm.
Systemic violence and mass shootings
While we mourn the victims of the heinous shootings in Newtown, Conn., it is important to pause for a moment to reflect on what this violence means.
Seeking solutions to a violent society
Americans are left pondering why and wondering what if anything can be done to stop it and also, 'how did this occur, and what caused it?'
