Meditations on Critical Thinking
"Logic is the missing piece of the American educational system, the subject that informs every other subject."
Times’ Letter Exposes Hypocrisy, Stereotype Against Muslims
"Hypocrisy – Insincerity by virtue of pretending to have qualities or beliefs that you do not really have"
Missed Opportunity: Immigration Reform Bill Defeated
The inability of Congress to pass a comprehensive immigration reform bill has left us with the status quo - a broken immigration system that fails to address the driving force behind migration – jobs, jobs that are vacant because no one wants to do the work or jobs that are filled by workers that don't have proper documentation.
Government Secrecy Endangers Our Democracy
I was saddened to read that Planning Commissioner Joan Spencer dropped out of the race for Gilroy City Council.
Broken Sidewalks, Problematic Funding for Parks Need Fixing
Last week I had my first experiences behind a wheelchair. My mother had foot surgery and needed a wheelchair to maneuver around her apartment and to and from my car for post-op appointments.
Tragedy’s Anniversary Highlights Importance of Safe Teen Driving
For folks who think seven is an innately lucky number, 7/7/07 was an auspicious date. Weddings were celebrated, births were anticipated, lottery tickets were purchased.
Celebrate Constitution Day Sept. 17
"I believe that it will be celebrated by succeeding generations as the great anniversary festival ... it ought to be celebrated by pomp and parade, with shows, games, sports, guns, bells, bonfires and illuminations from one end of this continent to the other."
Supervision is Key to Enjoyable Experience at Dog Park
Recently, I heard another story about "Dog Park Rage." That's right, it's not just for the roads anymore. Road rage isn't the only place where people make fools of themselves. Dog Park Rage happens right here in Morgan Hill. And it won't surprise you when you hear a typical case.
Hate to Say I told You So, But Parks Measure Was Bad Idea
Do you think parks are Santa Clara County's top priority?








