The Constitution is never tested during times of tranquility; it is during times of tension, turmoil, tragedy, trauma, and terrorism that it is sorely tested

Everyone in America likely has a bullying story, whether as the victim, bully or as a witness.

Equal pay isn't just a women's issue; when women get equal pay, their family incomes rise and the whole family benefits.

The need for raising the awareness of this shameful chapter in U.S. history is more apparent than ever.

My own family and thousands of other Japanese Americans were interned during World War II. It took our nation over 40 years to apologize

In America, the dreamers, the disabled and the disadvantaged are not left to defend themselves, alone in their struggles.

One of the greatest regrets in life is being what others would want you to be, rather than being yourself.

At one point in your life you have to decide whether you want to become a sachem or a solitary.

You can put lipstick and earrings on a hog and call it Monique, but it's still a pig.

The Blackberry is really essential for keeping up on my emails when I'm out of the office, which is a lot.

I've always liked to go down a different path. Being a woman of color, I never followed a cookie cutter way.

I began after college, about 1972. I began to teach myself photography. I went to work for a local newspaper for four years as a kind of basic training.

As an editor, I must often tell writers that their stories "do not fit our present needs." But there are times when I want to reply: "Sir, I would not trust you to write a ransom note."

Clarity precedes mastery. Craft clear and precise plans/goals/deliverables. And then block out all else.

There are many exceptions, but New York is a great place to start a career.

Some is more equal than others, as is well known. (Tammananny Tiger)