When I first decided to take over Bob Satnan’s column space on this page last year, I figured it was a good idea. For several years since I became the Democrat’s editor, I had a goal of … more

It has been many years since I stood on the deck of a ship in the morning, with a cup of hot coffee in my hand, staring out across an ocean, but the memory of doing so is still strong in my mind. … more

I’d like to write today about the Supreme Court opinion leak, but I will reserve most of my judgment until I can read the final opinion. I’ll complain, however, about two parts of this … more

“I opened my eyes And looked up at the rain, And it dripped in my head And flowed into my brain, And all that I hear as I lie in my bed Is the slishity-slosh of the … more

It is purported that John Wesley would begin his small group meetings with the question, “How is it with your soul?” In today’s times, this seems especially deeper than our usual, … more

Between 1875 and 1883, the Rev. Edwin Brown platted three additions to Sedalia far to the east of the city center, where the original plat and other early subdivisions were located. The additions, … more

I never thought that I would live to see a “Ministry of Truth” department within the United States Government. In fact, the thought never crossed my mind until I read about it last week. … more