The first rule of bureaucratic behavior
Watching the current situation in the White House with whistleblowing and testimony under subpoena, I am distastefully reminded of the infighting that goes on...
Immigration debate ‘a referendum on basic human morality’
Around the turn of the 20th century, Oklahoma communities dared to envision enclaves radical in our conception — an all black state, an indigenous...
With the Sooner Schooner on blocks, it’s Top Daug time
Since he was retired in 2005 while I was a student at the University of Oklahoma, I have always thought the mascot Top Daug...
This year’s OKCPS to-do list has at least 30 big items
As students and teachers come out of fall break and wait anxiously for Thanksgiving break, perhaps it is a good time to remember that...
A symbolic Pledge of Allegiance to the golf course
Last month, the University of Oklahoma's Undergraduate Student Congress passed a resolution ending the Pledge of Allegiance's mandatory appearance on the agendas of its...
NBA’s and players’ comments on China wimpy so far
Sundaze cartoonist Mike Allen and I have been texting back and forth about the absurdity of the NBA's China problem. We decided he would...
School effectiveness linked to diversity in Stanford study
Stanford University’s Educational Opportunity Project database gives a best estimate of the effectiveness of every elementary and middle school in the nation. Its recently...
Understanding the science of sports-related concussions
Although the numbers may be conservative owing to under-diagnosis and underreporting, medical researchers generally accept that at least 1.6 to 3.8 million sport-related concussions...
The Commutation Project: One year later
Everyone made mistakes at 18 that they regret. Unfortunately, I have been living with the consequences of mine for the past nine years. In...
Historic preservation deserves deeper consideration from OKC council
The OKC City Council’s push to weaken Oklahoma City’s historic preservation system is deeply rooted in the notion that property owners should be able...
