Once again, I awoke to news about disturbing comments by the President of the United States. It has become almost routine and this morning was no different. On three counts, the news was deeply troubling, leading me to compare Donald Trump to a flailing ball player who comes to the plate. Strike One: President Trump—in … Continue reading Three Strikes (and Still At Bat)
Local Wisdom on Memorial Day
On Memorial Day, my wife and I spent a few reflective moments honoring those who have made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country. We attended a ceremony at the flag pole in the center of our small Hudson Valley town. One of the keynote speakers was octogenarian Alice Gerard, a long-time resident of … Continue reading Local Wisdom on Memorial Day
Memorial Day, 2019; Our Next Battle
by Alice Gerard Memorial Day honors the men and women who served in our military forces and those who gave their lives for our country, from the Revolutionary War through the recent wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. I was a child during World War II, and still remember the emotions of fear and hope in … Continue reading Memorial Day, 2019; Our Next Battle
Biden’s Presidential Run
On Thursday, April 25, Joe Biden officially announced his candidacy for the Presidency in 2020. I was disappointed. I like Joe Biden. I believe he is a great man. There is no comparison between the former Vice President and the current occupant of the Oval Office. Despite periodic gaffes, blind spots and insensitivities, there is … Continue reading Biden’s Presidential Run
The Fire and the Fight
The fire was horrific. One of Western Civilization’s iconic landmarks was consumed in flame. For Catholics, watching the raging inferno was particularly poignant as it came during Holy Week. But for all people of the Abrahamic traditions—Jews, only days before the beginning of Passover; and Muslims, less than three weeks before the start of the … Continue reading The Fire and the Fight