Victimizing the Victims
November 14th, 2013By Jeffrey Page
The words of a former schools superintendent speak for themselves
Carrie’s Painting of the Week – 11/08/13
November 7th, 2013By Carrie Jacobson
The Record laid off a bunch of people this past week, and Lou Reed died, and there’s something to be said on both counts.
Adventures With Mike Carey
November 7th, 2013By Jeffrey Page
“Ought to what?” Mike asked and Leon retreated.
Women Runners Who Paved the Way
October 31st, 2013By Michael Kaufman
Pat Tarnawsky, Kathy Switzer and Nina Kusick began fighting for their rights at a time when the Amateur Athletic Union (AAU), governing body for amateur sports in the United States, barred women from taking part in distance races.
Where Were You?
October 31st, 2013By Jeffrey Page
Ultimately there was the question of succession.
Carrie’s Painting of the Week – 11/01/13
October 31st, 2013By Carrie Jacobson
Turns out that “hnngghh!” is halfway between a white potato and a yam…
Carrie’s Painting of the Week – 10/25/13
October 23rd, 2013By Carrie Jacobson
Autumn is inevitable, and so are its annual pleasures.
The New Yorker, Congress and Me
October 23rd, 2013By Jeffrey Page
After all’s said and done, I’d have trouble without The New Yorker
The End of Lonegan?
October 17th, 2013By Jeffrey Page
Goofy Steve? The guy who’s against everything?
Time Is Now for NFL Awareness Month
October 10th, 2013By Michael Kaufman
The National Football League says it is a proud supporter of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. I hope one day there will also be an NFL Awareness Month and people will cheer for the widows and caretakers of men who suffered paralysis, brain damage, blown out knees, or other crippling injuries—or who simply died too young as a result of playing professional football.