Is There a Standard of Interaction Regarding Police?

We live in a nation of big values and big ideas. Our Constitution proclaims certain rights to be inalienable … More

Linking Race and Incarceration

CRIMINAL INJUSTICE An Interview with Michelle Alexander on racism and incarceration. This interview is a clear description of the problem … More

In 4 Minutes, What’s the Book About?

In early April, I was interviewed on WISC-TV’s “Live at Five.” It is a short interview (4 min.) about what … More

Police Union Ad in New York City

My son lives and works in New York City. He sent me this ad that was placed in the New … More

Isn’t Enough, Enough? Let’s Start a Conversation…

Isn’t enough, enough? We need to have a conversation with our police. We need to tell them we have high … More

Interview With Matt Rothschild on Progressive Radio

Later on yesterday, another interview. This time with Matt Rothschild, the editor of “The Progressive” magazine. The interview should be posted … More

On the Joy Cardin Show

On the Joy Cardin Show yesterday morning — bright and early — spreading the word! You can hear it at: http://www.wpr.org/webcasting/audioarchives_display.cfm?code=jca. … More

Reading in Baraboo

A recent article in the Portage Daily News. Photos from “The Booksmith,” Saturday, April 28 in Baraboo. Former … More

Drones and the Safety-Security Debate

Soon to come to a neighborhood near you — drones. [See http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-505263_162-57409759/drone-use-in-the-u.s-raises-privacy-concerns/] With the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan winding down, … More