(audio version available at the end of this post) “They ask for equal dignity in the eyes of the law,” Justice Anthony Kennedy wrote, “[and] the Constitution grants them that right.” After 45 years of a very verbose existence, I am finally speechless. Well not really . . . The Supreme Court and countless equality […]

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(audio version available at the end of this post) I heard from an old friend yesterday.  He emailed to wish me a happy birthday. My relationship with birthdays has a troubled past.  When my dear mother planned elaborate themed parties for me I would complain and always cry during the performance of the birthday song. […]

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