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Here we go again. More meddling in our public schools. A big fight is raging in Cobb County over whether or not children should be taught the theory of evolution or faith-based creationism, or both. May I offer a suggestion? Why don’t all the social scientists, Bible thumpers, bureaucrats, lawyers and politicians, not to mention the multitude of self-described educational … [Read more...] about Sep. 22, 2002: Proving Man and Monkeys Are Kin

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

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

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

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