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A Little Politicking - Then and NowCOLUMBUS, Ohio(2009-11-02)It's the first Tuesday in November - Election day across Central Ohio and the nation. WOSU Commentator and local historian Ed Lentz explains how this day has changed .or remained the same over the years.
The "Un-Conference" - The Perfect Place for Sharing IdeasCOLUMBUS, Ohio(2009-10-26)If you are unfair - you are not being fair. If you are unseen.. you're not seen. If you're undressed well , you get the idea. So, if you attend an un-conference, do you actually meet? WOSU Commentator Andrew Miller says yes, especially if you like public broadcasting.
Gotta Minute? Time has a HistoryCOLUMBUS, Ohio(2009-10-12)There never seems to be enough time in the day . We say it often. With the approach of winter, there is even less time in the day, or at least less sunshine. The growing night has WOSU Commentator Ed Lentz staring at his watch
Keep The Somali Experience in ContextCOLUMBUS, Ohio(2009-09-28)We see them everyday - the tens of thousands of Somali immigrants who now call Central Ohio home. But we often forget or don't really know what they have been through. WOSU Commentator Andrew Grant Thomas reminds us.
All Healthcare is PersonalCOLUMBUS, Ohio(2009-09-21)We've been hearing a lot about healthcare recently. Amid all the talk of pre-existing conditions and public options, healthcare takes place far from the halls of Congress. Just ask Commentator Michael Ivey.
Sticker Shock Displays Lack of CivilityCOLUMBUS, Ohio(2009-09-15)A lack of civility has dominated headlines the past week.. Tempers flared in Congress, Center Court at the US Open and at a music awards show. WOSU Commentator Andrew Miller wonders when it will end after he experienced a little sticker shock.
Shaw Was Right. It Begins with FamilyCOLUMBUS, Ohio(2009-09-02)We hear a lot about "Family Values" and "Working Families". WOSU Commentator Andrew Miller says it all begins with Family.
Racial Profiling Goes Deeper Than Gates CaseCOLUMBUS, Ohio(2009-07-30)Much has been made of the arrest of an African American Harvard Professor. President Obama first said the officer acted stupidly, then shared a beer with him and the professor. WOSU commentator Andrew Grant Thomas says the problem of racial profiling is much deeper than presidential politics and a glass of suds.
Healthcare Reform Equals Economic ReformColumbus, Ohio(2009-07-20)President Obama this week is increasing his efforts to convince Congress to pass health care reform. Mr. Obama holds a prime time news conference Wednesday. WOSU Commentator Andrew Miller says health care reform will help economic reform.
Living in Poverty Can Be an ArtCOLUMBUS, Ohio(2009-06-30)We've heard the term - "living in poverty" over and over. But what exactly does it mean? WOSU Commentator Andrew Grant Thomas shares one woman's unique perspective.
Community Holds Us Together COLUMBUS, Ohio(2009-06-10)These are difficult times. Layoffs, foreclosures and bankruptcies can cause stress and divide families and communities. WOSU Commentator Andrew Miller suggests we remember the words of Walt Whitman.
Ohio Blooms Have Deep RootsCOLUMBUS, Ohio(2009-06-01)While it's not known as a tropical paradise, Central Ohio is in full bloom. Peonies are bursting. Irises are stretching tall. WOSU Commentator and local historian Ed Lentz looks at Ohio's gardening roots.
Ohio's Death Penalty - Not Exactly ArbitraryCOLUMBUS, Ohio(2009-05-25)After a few years of few or no executions in Ohio, several death row inmates are scheduled to be put to death this summer. WOSU Commentator Andrew Grant Thomas wonders why.
Jobless? Volunteer Your Way Out of DepressionCOLUMBUS, Ohio(2009-04-27)With each week more and more Ohioans find themselves out of work. Looking for a new job can be lonely and stressful. WOSU Commentator Andrew Miller suggests those "between jobs" donate some of their new free time.
Ohio HS to Get Tougher in 2014 but The Time to Prepare Is NowCOLUMBUS, Ohio(2009-04-20)Starting in 2014, it's going to be a lot tougher to graduate from an Ohio high school and get into an Ohio public college or university. 2014 seems a long way off, but WOSU Commentator Jerolyn Barbee says we all should start planning now.
Beware The Ides Of AprilUndated(2009-04-17)The Ides of April, otherwise known as tax day...the day when income tax returns are due and payable. WOSU Commentator Ed Lentz says while the 1040 form might be fairly new, the taxing tradition goes back centuries.
Among Life's Milestones - A Daughter's First BirthdayCOLUMBUS, Ohio(2009-03-30)There are many personal milestones in life a high school graduation, your first job.. marriage. WOSU Commentator Andrew Grant Thomas just celebrated once such milestone - the start of his daughter's second trip around the sun.
Economic Earthquake - Why Didn't Experts Forsee It?COLUMBUS, Ohio(2009-03-25)The current economic crisis has had disastrous consequents for many. WOSU' Commentator Michael Ivey wonders why experts did not see it coming.
St. Pat's - A Day to Celebrate All ImmigantsCOLUMBUS, Ohio(2009-03-16)Tuesday is St. Patrick's Day - the day when Irish Americans celebrate their heritage. Local Historian and WOSU Commentator Ed Lentz says the celebration should not be limited to those wearing green.
