Monthly Archives: January 2013

Yesterday at a Connecticut hearing on gun violence a father whose son was murdered at Newtown was heckled. The testimony of the father was compelling, and at one point he asked the question “Why does anyone need to own an … Continue reading →

In my life there have been mentors and teachers who have radically altered who I am. It was a teacher who opened my mind and heart to great literature. Insights, and wonderful human experiences flowed through her, and my love … Continue reading →

One of the sources of pain and rejection in life is cyclic negative thinking. Many sets of circumstances viewed through a negative prism continue to create less than positive results. Thinking consistently “that things never work out for me” or” … Continue reading →

Ever notice that when someone performs a kind act to you it changes your entire day. It can be a slight gesture, or something significant, but it disposes you to pass on an act of kindness to someone else. There … Continue reading →

It is usually about this time when all the New Years resolutions become difficult. Made with exuberance and sincerity the weight of fulfilling those lofty goals often becomes difficult, and there is the tendency to give up. Do you really … Continue reading →

New bills are being introduced in the Congress largely because of the Newtown massacre. Both sides are mobilizing their pressure groups in order to influence the final outcome. It is critical that we not see any attempts to minimize violence … Continue reading →

There are people who when you are with them make you feel as if “you are the most special person in the world.” My sister Tina and Mary Contini have this most wonderful trait. I have learned, from them and … Continue reading →

What would happen if a group of moderate Republicans would offer to join President Obama in a meaningful public exchange around the key challenges we face? If people like Colin Powell. Governor Christie, Joe Scarborough and a few others would … Continue reading →