Continuing to press themes of values, faith and patriotism, Illinois Sen. Barack Obama exhorted Americans on Wednesday "to step into the strong currents of history" and volunteer for service to their country, pledging to dramatically expand opportunities for those accepting his challenge. ...more

July 3, 2008

Before the 1940s, Republicans in Florida were as rare as cold fronts in August. ...more

May 25, 2008

When the Gators and the Wildcats take the court for another storied showdown tonight, University of Florida point guard Jai Lucas and Kentucky forward Patrick Patterson instantly will be transformed into heated rivals. ...more

January 19, 2008

Today is Veterans Day and plenty of activities are going on to honor the men and women who have worn our country's uniform. But do most Americans really know how to thank veterans? Even veterans probably disagree, but it's reasonable to say that the best way to honor them is by being good Americans. Sometimes being a good American draws the ire of our fellow countrymen, but that's fine, because freedom is what it's all about. Obviously we should tell veterans "thank you" for serving our country and keeping us free. But most veterans don't need a public pat on the back. They served for many reasons and too often people get caught up in patriotic fervor that really doesn't honor them, it just makes the person doing all the fawning feel good about it. But that's fine, too. ...more

November 11, 2007

Their clubs didn't resemble swords, and their opponents weren't mistaken for fire-breathing beasts. ...more

October 4, 2007