Commentary

The evolution of one person's prayer
Once, he prayed for things; then he prayed for help; now he prays for something else.
Victims of domestic abuse need every protection we can give them
Challenge to no-contact orders comes at the expense of those who are already at severe risk.
State strategy places substance abuse emphasis where it belongs
We can save ourselves a lot of emotional and financial pain if we focus on prevention and recovery.
Rural gays and lesbians still long for affirmation
Marriage vote was a different story in small towns and farm communities.
We could weather storms better with stronger leadership
Too often, politicians tread the well-worn path of the post-storm photo op.