Thoughts for the Day, January 3, 2022: Happy New Year.
Today I want to share with you excerpts from a Detroit News article about Jim Toy, who had a positive and lasting impact on anyone who met him, including me. …
Thoughts for the Day, December 30, 2021: $8.5 billion is a lot of money.
I have been thinking about the latest report that over $8.5 billion was paid to Michigan residents in fraudulent unemployment claims during the early stages of the pandemic. It is …
Thoughts for the Day, December 20, 2021: A full life
I had never heard about Henry Orenstein until Saturday. Then I read the article in the NY Times announcing his death at age 97. I have a lot more to …
Thoughts for the Day, December 14, 2021: Shakespeare had it right.
Despite recent writings, this is not a “legal” blog. It just appears that way sometimes. The House’s select committee’s vote to file contempt charges against Mark Meadows for his refusal …
Thoughts for the Day, December 3, 2021: She is “pissed”
Quote of the Day: “Gun ownership is a right and with these rights come responsibility. These charges are intended to hold individuals who contributed to this tragedy accountable, but also …
Thoughts for the Day, November 18, 2021: It is about time.
Anyone who watched the Netflix documentary, “Who killed Malcom X” is not surprised by Muhammad A. Aziz and Khalil Islam being exonerated for the murder of Malcom X. Orchid of …
Thoughts for the Day, November 10, 2021: There is no place for college football on Tuesday night in November.
It is Tuesday in November, so the Mid-American Conference moves some football games from Saturday at 1:00 PM to Tuesday night as a result of the conference TV contract with …
Thoughts for the Day, November 5, 2021: Looking forward to a relaxing weekend
Leah and I started watching “Ted Lasso” after dinner. I am really enjoying it. The following was a text message I received yesterday from one of the followers of my …
Another Thought for the Day: November 3, 2021: Benton Harbor Water Crisis
I want to share an letter I received recently from Jim Haveman, former Michigan DHHS Director, regarding the Benton Harbor water crisis. Here is a full copy of his letter. …
Thoughts for the Day, November 3, 2021: Baseball is finally over for the year. Does the MLB have what it takes to speed up the game?
Congratulations to Mayor Michael Duggan for being elected for a third term as mayor of Detroit. His landslide victory shows the citizens of Detroit are very pleased with what he …