Washington Informer
First Impressions Matter I must say that I'm optimistic about David Grosso's term in office as a new at-large member of the D.C. Council, based on the article, "Members of the Council Chat with Residents" in the most recent edition…
One hundred and fifty years ago, President Abraham Lincoln signed the Emancipation Proclamation. It was a flawed document that freed enslaved people in Confederate areas that he did not control. At the same time, it was a progressive document because…
Deborah Willis and Barbara Krauthamer, two scholars of African-American history, have written a book that shows what contemplating history is good for: It simultaneously illuminates the past and provokes questions that may help those of us living today find our…
This is an important conversation for our children, for our communities, for Democrats and Republicans. Speaking is difficult but I need to say something important. Violence is a big problem. Too many children are dying. Too many children. We must…
When W-2 forms begin arriving in the mail, it's a sure sign that tax season has again returned. This year, however, there will be a slight delay for tax filers. Due to the lateness of tax law changes made by…
The District of Columbia deserves to become the state of New Columbia, the 51st state in the American Union now! Period. First: there is no Constitutional obstacle to making 95 percent of what is now within the boundaries of D.C.…
'America Stands at a Crossroads' America stands at a crossroads. We can take the high road toward equal access to high quality public education, reaffirm our commitment to democratically elected public officials, end the failed war on drugs, recommit to…
Extend Library Hours! One of the best teachers my daughters ever had in elementary school some years ago required her 5th grade students find answers to a monthly list of questions. To do most of this work, the students had…
What was it that made watching the ceremonies of President Obama's second inauguration more satisfying than even the thrilling spectacle of four years ago? Certainly, part of it was its occurring the same day as the celebration of Dr.…
In response to a commentary I wrote, I received a note the other day from a reader. Among other things they were most concerned about what they believed to have been the dismissal of those who challenge the very…
Have you noticed the television commercials that offer loans of various kinds or another enticements such as auto leases and insurance policies for the elderly? These commercials are laden with information that appears on the screen for a few…
Scientists conduct experiments that are intended to confirm predicted outcomes. When that happens the experiments are considered successful. Lawyers are taught they should never ask a question for which they don't already know the answer. But U.S. foreign policy?…
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