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Commentary: Don't Take Your Gun To School, Son 2010.03.09 A recent incident at a local school has commentator Tom Dodge wondering about the district's priorities. KERA

Commentary: Photographing Dignity 2010.01.13 A recently released book recalls a period many in Fort Worth might prefer to forget. But commentator Tom Dodge says we need to remember. KERA

Commentary: People Need People 2009.11.13 Some people are joiners, some are not. And then there's commentator Tom Dodge. KERA

Commentary: Gift Shop Gospel 2009.10.02 Change is a part of life, but some of it, commentator Tom Dodge could do without. KERA

Commentary: In the Coops, Every Day Was Labor Day 2009.06.12 Commentator Tom Dodge offers a brief history lesson that perhaps speaks to our economic problems today. KERA

Commentary: Crime and the Economy 2009.05.21 An increase in certain types of crime during a down economy is not unusual, but some recent stories caught the eye of commentator Tom Dodge. KERA

Commentary: Evolution - Body & Soul 2009.04.10 Commentator Tom Dodge weighs in on the recent State Board of Education debate and vote over how evolution is taught in Texas high school science classes. KERA

Commentary: Book Banners Never Win 2009.03.04 Any author would welcome a positive review of their book, but strangely enough, negative reaction can work in the author's favor. A commentary from Tom Dodge. KERA

Commentary: A Sociologist's View of Scrooge 2008.12.12 One way or another, we all revisit the familiar themes of Dickens' "A Christmas Carol" this time of year. But commentator Tom Dodge says there's another way to look at the classic tale. KERA

Commentary: Teaching In My Dreams 2008.11.26 If you haven't said it, you've certainly heard the complaint about Texas schools: "Too much teaching to the (TAKS) test." Commentator Tom Dodge shares your frustration. KERA

Commentary: I'm Not Tom Bodett! 2008.11.04 Some people just have those faces or voices that always remind you of someone else. Such is the case for commentator Tom Dodge. KERA

Commentary: I'm Walkin', Yes Indeed, I'm Talkin' 2008.06.26 A recent walk through the woods and the past reminded commentator Tom Dodge of the work still to do in the present on the environment. KERA

Commentary: Support The Veterans, Too 2008.06.05 We recently recognized Memorial Day in honor of those who've died in war. Veterans Day commemorates those still with us who served in the military. But commentator Tom Dodge believes much more could be done for veterans beyond a holiday. KERA

Commentary: God, Government and Gasoline 2008.05.02 The latest figures show the U.S. economy continues to grow, but at a snail's pace. Commentator Tom Dodge understands consumer fears, but does that explain what he's seeing of late? KERA

Commentary: The War on Plagiarism 2008.01.10 It's one thing for a student to seek some help or guidance for a school assignment, but commentator Tom Dodge believes the situation has gotten out of hand. KERA

Commentary: The Hope of Christmas Light 2007.12.20 Lights are a common form of joyful holiday decoration, but commentator Tom Dodge says they can carry more meaning at Christmas than you might expect. KERA

Commentary: Huckleberry Finesse 2007.11.30 Controversy erupted in North Richland Hills over the approach used at Richland Hills High school to teach a Mark Twain novel. Commentator Tom Dodge weighs in on the issue. KERA

Commentary: A Day That Will Not Live In Infamy (But Should) 2007.10.05 It's been two decades since a violent incident in Midlothian drew national attention. Commentator Tom Dodge hopes no one ever forgets it. KERA

Commentary: Airportophobia 2007.09.13 While necessary for the public's well-being, post 9-11 safety restrictions at airports have proven frustrating for passengers. For commentator Tom Dodge, they amount to one more reason he tries to avoid airports and air travel altogether. KERA

Commentary: WalMartophobia 2007.08.03 Even though millions shop there every day, you don't have to look far for complaints about WalMart. Commentator Tom Dodge has a few concerns of his own. KERA