Sometimes it seems like hell —or Texas— has to freeze over before climate action comes to the forefront of many politicians’ minds. Well, after recent severe weather events, the climate threat is clear as can be, and it’s time for Congress to act. On February 13, a winter storm began ...

I am a U.S. Navy Vietnam veteran, though not entirely by choice. One reason I joined the Navy is because I didn’t want to get drafted into the Army. From just before World War II until 1973, after the Vietnam War, every American male reaching the age of 18 was subject to the draft. ...

The notion of America becoming a more perfect union is a fascinating idea. It is self-reflective and humble. It recognizes our nation’s basic good qualities, while also acknowledging that our past actions are not always ideal. We believe it is an attitude and perspective that can serve us ...

Brides and grooms receive lots of advice. Some of it’s even good. Here are a few suggestions that brides and grooms can evaluate for themselves. ¯ During your life, you get few days that really are yours. A wedding day is one of them. It’s yours to dream of. yours to ...

I traveled more than 1,600 miles to get a COVID vaccination shot. Thereby hangs a tale. Back in January, vaccines were reserved for people at high risk of becoming very ill if infected. Medically speaking, I am a wreck: heart attacks, cancer, emphysema, and pre-diabetes. To boot, I am age ...

Question: What is the difference between an HSA and a flex-spending account (FSA), and which is better? Answer: Both of these options are useful ways to pay for medical expenses with benefits and limitations with pre-tax dollars. An HSA (health savings account) is a pre-tax way of saving ...