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There were no massive crowds, no extra security, no ticker tape parades and no tears or shouts for joy. No one sang “We Shall/Have Overcome” and not one media person passed out for being too close to the “star”.

The election of former Maryland Lt. Governor Michael Steele as the fi… Continue

Tears of joy, sighs of relief, and pride filled shouts were evident amongst the many watching President Barack Obama take the oath of office as the 44th President of the United States. Shivering in the cold, but warmed by the expectation of a new day, thousands witnessed the hallmark of American democracy; the peaceful transition of power.

I celebrate the fact that in spite of our differences, we live in a nation where political authority conveys not through military coup, political espionage o… Continue

(This column originally appeared in the Post-Tribune of NW IN in August 2008)

Not much seems to raise the ire of our current public school system more than the two simple words “school choice”. This is primarily because these words represent a shift in thinking, which public schools do not seem to want. As long as the approach is unchanged, public schools may continue to fail, spend our tax dollars as they please with little or no accountability. Evidence suggests that the status quo of… Continue

With the election and subsequent inauguration (or coronation, depending on who you ask) of Barack Obama as the 44th President of this nation, every person of color will be tempted if not motivated to feel an overwhelming sense of pride concerning this accomplishment. Yet for some, like black conservatives, the ascension of President-elect Obama generates a degree of uncomfortable conflict between ethnic pride and personal life principles.

Most black conservatives adhere to principles rejected b… Continue

For perhaps the last thirty years, the day after Christmas has traditionally meant beginning the celebration of an invented holiday called Kwanzaa. African Americans, young and old, celebrate this event with parties and family gatherings, designed to promote the “seven principles of Kwanzaa”. The word Kwanzaa, derived from the Swahili words “matunda yakwanza” means “first fruits”.

There was a time, not knowing any better; I celebrated this made up event. I suspect that the reason many celebrate… Continue