Paying High Price For Refusal to Require Faith to Submit to Reason
Yesterday marked the fifth anniversary of the terrorist attacks of Sept. 11. Those attacks were carried out by 19 Muslim extremists who believed they were following the will of Allah by killing "infidels" who didn't share their faith. These true believers also looked forward to a handsome reward in the afterlife for their acts of murder and martyrdom.
Pull brake on HSR project
Four years ago, I wrote a column promoting California's high-speed rail project. I believed then, and I believe now, that linking cities throughout the Golden State with a bullet train that travels from San Francisco to Los Angeles in two hours will provide tremendous economic benefits. Unfortunately, a lot has happened with HSR that has tarnished much of my optimism for the project.
Pinnacles as a U.S. National Park?
As much as I love the rugged splendor of the Pinnacles National
Congregation Emeth celebrates 35th anniversary
In 1977, the South Valley was a much different place: a smaller, less diverse population meant fewer Jews living in Hollister, Gilroy and Morgan Hill. Stuart Blumberg, a Gilroy resident at the time, reflects back on "how alone South County Jews felt, transplanted from elsewhere and seeking spiritual support."
Separation of Church and State or God and State?
Dear Editor, I suppose that I should be grateful that a
Close Your Eyes and Envision Your Ideal Community
At a large meeting I attended a few weeks ago, all in attendance
Letters: We should invest in a water reclamation plant in Morgan Hill
Dear Editor, Water and sewer rates continue to climb due to many