Time Out

Liberty thrives in a society that trusts and has confidence in the integrity of its institutions. Whatever erodes public trust in our institutions diminishes our liberty.

Cemetery attacks are not just vandalism—they have psychological and political motivations.

Journalism failed us during the presidential campaign. What can be done about it?

Zombies of 20th century hatred are stalking the country again. We must defeat them.

What's more of a health risk than smoking or obesity? Loneliness.

Take control of your life by paying it forward.

The suicide rate has risen 24% in the past 15 years. Our national narrative may bear some of the blame.

Health

Sick or Criminal?

Renee Garfinkel Ph.D. on March 9, 2016

What would you say if you heard that sick people were more likely to be killed by police than other people?

What would you say if you heard that sick people were more likely to be killed by police than other people?

Why do Americans want their presidents to be religious?

From Pedophile priests to mass shooters, communities need to examine their role in enabling crime.

The supreme quality for leadership is unquestionably integrity. Without it, no real success is possible…
-Dwight D. Eisenhower

What can we learn from a week of terror in Paris, Marseilles, Tel Aviv, Beirut and Yolo, Nigeria?

Although geography and culture, politics and narratives may differ, pathological narcissism is the driving force behind individual and collective acts of extreme violence.

The history of religion is studded with giants who transform their societies. Do these religious geniuses have something in common? And does religious practice bring happiness?

Hate crimes and terrorism have reached epidemic levels around the globe. As with other epidemics, social, political and behavioral factors are involved.

Deceit on the Airwaves: How to Tell When You’re Being Manipulated By Politicians, and Other Talkers.

Every day ordinary people open their homes to children in crisis, giving them safety, security and the message that they matter. What they receive in return is immeasurable. May is National Foster Care Month

Although the actor playing James Bond changes, audiences remain loyal to the brand. The spy fantasy is a classic, from John Le Carre’s spy who came in from the cold, to today’s favorite undercover Soviet family hiding in plain sight on TV's The Americans, the idea of leading a secret life grips our imagination. You can talk with a real spy tonight!

The precursors of group violence, terrorism and even genocide have been identified.
Despite extreme cultural and religious differences between the terrorist of Oklahoma City and 9/11 - they emerged from ideologically similar muck that continues to produce horrific mass murderers internationally. We hate to face it, but we must.

I love money. I love everything about it. I bought some pretty good stuff. Got me a $300 pair of socks. Got a fur sink. An electric dog polisher. A gasoline powered turtleneck sweater. And, of course, I bought some dumb stuff, too. –Steve Martin