Hoorays and Huzzahs to Eunice Stone, the Bartow County nurse who overheard a group of men -- helpfully referred to by the media as “Middle Eastern-looking” -- at a restaurant in Calhoun supposedly jive talking about attacks on Miami. She noted their tag number and reported them to law enforcement authorities. Now, the men say they were joking. Some joke. We ought to send … [Read more...] about Sep. 15, 2002: Random Thoughts on Random Subjects
Sep. 8, 2002: Cops Have Most Thankless Jobs
There is one trait common to all humankind. No matter our age, IQ or political leanings, we all secretly consider ourselves experts when it comes to the other person’s job. It doesn’t matter if we aren’t competent at our own work. We watch what other people do and know in our hearts we could do it better. One of the toughest and most thankless jobs in America is law … [Read more...] about Sep. 8, 2002: Cops Have Most Thankless Jobs
Sep. 2, 2002: A Few Questions Without Ready Answers
Some days I find I have more questions than answers, an admission sure to amaze my friends and confound my enemies. For example, why did only one in four eligible voters take time to cast their ballots in the September primary in Georgia? This dismal record is nothing new for us. According to Secretary of State Cathy Cox’s office, never in our state’s history have more than … [Read more...] about Sep. 2, 2002: A Few Questions Without Ready Answers
Aug. 26, 2002: Farewell, Dear Cynthia: The Problem Was Y-O-U
Honorable Cynthia McKinney Somewhere in Outer Space I apologize for bothering you at this awkward time, but I wanted you to know that I am here to offer my support in these difficult days. It is the least I can do. You have provided so much fodder for this column over the past several years that I owe you, big-time. I am going to miss your outrageous behavior and your … [Read more...] about Aug. 26, 2002: Farewell, Dear Cynthia: The Problem Was Y-O-U
Aug. 19, 2002: 9/11 A Year Later: Disappointment Reigns
We are approaching the first anniversary of the Arab terrorists attacks on the World Trade Center and the Pentagon. In the next couple of weeks, you are going to be swamped by a tidal wave of commentary, analysis, soul-searching, pontificating and second-guessing by those of us who have opinions and are paid to subject you to them. If I wait to say my piece, my thoughts will … [Read more...] about Aug. 19, 2002: 9/11 A Year Later: Disappointment Reigns