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Compromise?

You don’t want to hear it, especially from someone like Independent me, a person who wants to elect good people with good ideas to important offices on all levels instead of placating party power.

An OPEN LETTER to … Food Fanatics

What a cool idea for a Facebook page, right?

Living Off the System

Most people are unaware that $21,720 is the poverty line for a family of three.

Super Bowl Didn’t Disappoint

It was hyped up to be a big-time showtime between the charismatic, rocket-armed quarterback versus the NFL's heavy-handed, hotshot defense. It didn't disappoint.

Jumping Off the Cliff

When you think of the working poor, who pops into your head?

Why I Won’t Go to PNC Park

I love the place. Watched it be built, had an office when it opened, and marvel at it every time I see it from afar. I’ve gone to two games in two years, both free, and purchased inside only a couple of beers.

An OPEN LETTER to … Bridgeport BOE

You’ve picked on the wrong man and the wrong fight in seeking a location for a new football stadium. You insulted John Callarik when offering the man $700,000 for six acres that’s most likely worth more than three times that amount

Leaky Oil and Sticky Choke

And there, on the dash, was the prettiest cat looking at me. He didn't appear scared, just curious, and looked healthy. We locked eyes and I told him that he was pretty lucky to be so loved that he was in that car, too. My guess was that this person was either moving or living in their vehicle, and I'll never know which, I suppose, but there was something about the scene that left me ... sad? Disheartened?

A Tragedy that Touches Many Levels

Like most  sports fans, I was abruptly greeted late Sunday morning with the news of the passing of NBA great Kobe Bryant. At first it...
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