After the Revolution, all but two of the states attempted to boost economic growth by printing "rag money." The attempt failed. Trying to convince the people that worthless paper is as good as gold is a lot like Charlie Rangel wanting a trial and the Dodd-Frank new financial reform bill. Published July 30 2010
The health care bill is becoming one more example of how an Administration can practice alchemy on our Constitution converting it to a substance akin to rubber. It's time we decide: is it steel or rubber? Published July 21 2010
Some believe that property is the root of all evil and that it is simply not fair for some to have while others do not. Published July 6 2010
Strong and impressive non-white heroes are emerging in America, particularly blacks.They are breaking out of shackles, in some ways created by revised history that made blacks look like unique victims of white supremacy. Story after story is emerging of strong black figures from the past and today. Published July 1 2010
Carla writes about current issues and events with an aim toward telling the truth, using the writings of great thinkers, dead and living, as well as common sense.
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Covering the world of soccer, including the World Cup, Major League Soccer, D.C. United and the English Premier League and other interesting sporting events.
Manchester City and the New York Yankees, will be the co-owners of Major League Soccer’s 20th team.
After 26 years coaching one of the biggest sporting clubs in the world and winning 38 trophies, Alex Ferguson is stepping down.
The death of referee Ricardo Portillo is a wake-up call. It’s time for a campaign to respect referees.
Is Frank Lampard closer to joining the Los Angeles Galaxy?
A carefully guided tour through the confusing world of modern bookselling and publishing.
In a world that is increasingly complex, we need to seek greater awareness of the blending of cultures and America's changing role in a global community.
A politically conservative and morally liberal Hebrew alpha male hunts left-wing viper
This column will cover anything that has anything remotely to do with the game of baseball, from the game itself to mid-summer trades to offseason moves.
Eye on Europe, the Middle East and Africa