The recent Miss Manners column published on September 30 addressed a sensitive issue from a reader. The reader described a situation where a person frequently used an offensive term, known as the ‘r’ word, which is generally deemed derogatory. Miss Manners offered guidance to the reader, suggesting a measured approach. She advised the reader to...
We are less than two months away from election night. As a Democrat and co-host of “The Five” on the Fox News Channel, I hope for significant victories for the Democrats across the nation. Polls suggest we might flip the House and possibly the Senate, but I’ll reserve celebration until the results are official. Despite...
Douglas J. Feith, a senior fellow at Hudson Institute and former undersecretary of defense for policy, provides insights into the strategic decision-making behind the wars in Afghanistan and Iraq. His experiences from 2001 to 2005 offer a unique perspective on the War on Terrorism. Feith acknowledges that while there were operational errors and challenges within...
Founded in 1865 by abolitionists, The Nation has been a significant voice in political and cultural discourse. It aims to provide independent and progressive perspectives to its readers. In 2011, Richard Kyte, an ethics professor at Viterbo University, observed a shift in social dynamics among his colleagues. Noticing increased isolation among them, he proposed a...
Dolly Parton, throughout her life, embodied a beautiful aspect of humanity. Her passing has evoked a widespread affection that crosses many divides. This raises the question: What made Dolly so special? It wasn’t solely her talent or success. Her generosity, while notable, is also not the full story. Archbishop Desmond Tutu introduced me to the...
Recently, while eating at an outdoor café, I saw a man wearing a shirt stating, “Every billionaire is a policy failure.” This sentiment is gaining traction. For instance, the California Democratic Party endorsed a ballot measure to tax billionaires up to 5% on their assets. Other parts of the United States and countries like Canada,...
Dear Eric, I am a 58-year-old daughter with parents aged 94 and 83. They mean the world to me, yet we have not spoken for almost a year. The possibility that I might lose them while we are not on speaking terms is my greatest concern. This situation is painful. I am afraid that either...
When I was diagnosed with rare metastatic appendiceal cancer in October 2023, my world changed. This diagnosis didn’t offer a cure or a specific treatment protocol. Facing stage 4 cancer at age 40, with a young daughter and a recent marriage, felt like an uphill battle. I shared my initial experiences on Fox News, surprised...
In recent years, deregulation in the United States and Europe has significantly influenced the aviation sector. The changes resulted in an increased number of flights and a reduction in airfares. The contrast in air travel costs becomes evident when comparing different regions. For instance, the journey from Dakar, Senegal, to Freetown, Sierra Leone, covers approximately...
Throughout my life, sports have been central to my experiences and growth. Starting with cross-country, basketball, and eventually finding my passion in volleyball, playing as a setter was a dream for me. Sports instilled in me critical values such as determination, loyalty, discipline, and resilience. My fervor for volleyball even influenced my college decision. Even...