I went to a debate in here Doha last night, with people who represented both parties, Republican and Democrat. What struck me as I listened was how much was not being said. The Republican representative kept…Continue Reading
Tag: race
I went to school with a lot of black people….
Believe it or not, the title of this piece is an actual quote of a woman during a recent NPR story when questioned about her leanings for the 08 vote. This gem came out while she…Continue Reading
The Halo Effect
Is being attractive or likeable more important than being smart? Watching the US "veep" debates and the hours of analysis later, you might think so. Apparently designer clothes, winks, kisses, and ‘shoutouts’ are what it takes…Continue Reading