Thoughts on terrorism
Could the terrorist attack on British Parliament be a cultural canary-in-the-coal-mine for us? Will the London attacker who repeatedly plunged a knife into a...
Stopping deadly opioids at the border
The opioid addiction epidemic takes far too many lives and destroys too many families across Ohio, and one of the biggest culprits of the...
A groundbreaking character finds her way to ‘Sesame Street’
For nearly 50 years, “Sesame Street” has taught American kids all the basics of childhood — letters, numbers, colors, sharing, manners and the joys...
Should grandma be concerned about secrets?
Dear Grandparents: Growing up, I came to believe you were as sick as your worst secret. I learned through experience — the best teacher....
Winter wheat
As old man winter slowly fades away I’m reminded that this winter was not as bad as most. Understanding that temperatures and precipitation were...
Friends pitch in when fire breaks out
Yesterday was one of those days that leave a person absolutely weary and exhausted.It all began a little after 5 a.m. I was sound...
A final good-bye and last words
Most often when people die suddenly, it comes as a terrible shock to those left behind. There is no warning or opportunity to say...
Caring for veterans’ caregivers
One of my most sacred jobs as your senator is standing up for the men and women who served our country in uniform, and...
Your child’s most important teacher: You
I have written dozens of articles in which I have criticized politicians for hijacking public education and for the harm they have done to...
DeGraff woman shares ‘Grand Remark’
Dear Grandparenting: There’s a good deal of truth to the saying young people think they know it all, while people my age come to...
