Scott Brown's victory in Massachusetts was like raw meat in the Amazon river, and the ensuing frenzy had me thinking one thing: the federal systems in our country have far too much power. The 10th Amendment to the Constitution gives the states all powers not explicitly given to the federal government. In the Federalist Papers, James Madison ... [Read More…]

Jason Beaubien is a seasoned reporter. He has worked on National Public Radio's foreign desk for almost 10 years; he has reported on coups, famines, war and natural disasters. He is used to chaos and violence - and a Haitian girl made him cry on the air. Most people would say journalists should be objective. Objectivity has a connotation of ... [Read More…]

Even those of you who have been living under a rock have likely heard the saga of Tiger Woods and his affairs. What began with Woods mysteriously crashing his car into a tree a few yards in front of his house ended with a long line of mistresses coming forward claiming to have a relationship with the professional golfer. Within weeks, Woods, who ... [Read More…]

Everyone knows the name Anne Frank. Most recognize or have read the diary she wrote in hiding during World War II. However, the name Miep Gies may not be quite as familiar. The brave and equally humble woman who hid Anne Frank in her home and later published her journal died in a nursing home Monday night as a result of a fall last month; she was ... [Read More…]