The care of a family should not be a solo venture that falls on one woman's shoulders. In the best of circumstances, it should be shared among immediate and extended family and the greater community. If the burden were lightened and shared, the result might be that we'd see fewer women – and men – behind bars.
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Book Review: ‘The New Confessions of an Economic Hit Man,’ by John Perkins
John Perkins has updated his blockbuster — on the dirty secrets of how we run economies into the ground. "The New Confessions of an Economic Hit Man" is a chilling, fascinating must-read. And it's all true.
Read More »Interview: Obama Appointee John Hope Bryant, Founder of Operation HOPE and Author of ‘How the Poor Can Save Capitalism’
"America's poor can no longer be defined or stereotyped as inner city minorities living in the ghetto and those in poor rural areas suffering from long-term unemployment."
Read More »Mercy & Sharing 2014 Gala for Haitian Children’s Relief
Mercy & Sharing raises money to help the poor children of Haiti.
Read More »Anthem Film Fest: Mind Reboot
Two of the documentaries at the Anthem Film Festival caused my brain to do a reboot.
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Yes, there really are ways an individual can make a difference.
Read More »The US Recovery, Dow Jones, Sequestration and Pubic Lice
It's time to throw a $16 billion par-tay!
Read More »Once Upon a Time Fans Bid to Help With Kids Glasgow
A unique opportunity for Once Upon a Time fans to acquire some one-of-a-kind memorabilia and at the same time support a worthwhile charity.
Read More »Book Review: The Sly Company Of People Who Care by Rahul Bhattacharya
An eye opening look at a country blessed with natural beauty and the curse of extreme poverty and the latter's effect on the Guyanese people.
Read More »Sudan, South Sudan Need Demilitarized Border
South Sudan and Sudan can choose to implement the much-needed safe demilitarized border zone instead of heading towards all-out war.
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