Christianity and racial politics
At a time when America should be proud of the achievement of a certain black man, the politics of race threatens to incite us to war. Whatever the outcome on Nov. 4, it will be up to black and white Christians to set an example, putting aside our political differences to embrace each other at the foot of the cross.
Bulletin: Democrats more fair than God
Here's proof that life isn't fair: The "super wealthy" New York Yankees have won the World Series 26 times. The "middle class" Chicago Cubs haven't won in 100 years. What exactly is Congress doing to fix this World Series unfairness?
Moral politics is no oxymoron
With every election cycle, we can choose to make this broken political system a little bit better, or a little worse.
The myth of private vice
Are there really any "private" moral choices, or is it true that our immoral acts affect the society we are part of?
Experience is not enough
With all the recent political talk about the importance of experience, doesn't it seem ironic that Lehman Brothers, Merrill Lynch and so many other Wall Street juggernauts have been sailed into the rocks by some of our nation's most highly experienced corporate managers? Am I missing something?
The need for speed
Air travel was once luxurious. The chic, cross-country traveler dressed up for the occasion. Hot meals were served on china. Now, it's all about getting there as fast as possible. We have a need for speed.