Monthly Archives: February 2014

Michael Sam and our changing minds

Posted on February 17, 2014 by editor, facilitator, decider

Michael Sam hasn’t changed any minds. He hasn’t single-handedly brought on any revolutions in sports or relationships or the way we think and talk about sexuality. He just took a leap of faith and spoke honestly about himself. He was … Continue reading →

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RIP Shirley Temple Black (April 23, 1928 – February 10, 2014)

Posted on February 11, 2014 by editor, facilitator, decider

There aren’t many left from the golden era (i.e., Depression-era) of Hollywood. And there aren’t many left from that first generation of child actors. In both categories, perhaps in every category, Little Miss Miracle stood alone. The story of child … Continue reading →

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Is Woody Allen a monster?

Posted on February 8, 2014 by editor, facilitator, decider

This is what scares me about serving on a jury. This is why I’d never want to be a police detective, or a prosecutor, or work in any field where lives and reputations depend on quick and sure recognition of … Continue reading →

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Preempted for Superbowl 2014

Posted on February 2, 2014 by editor, facilitator, decider

Apologies to my non-football-enjoying friends, and to readers of the Deconstruction from all those distant shores. I get that you don’t get it. American football doesn’t get a lot of love around the world, but I know you know that … Continue reading →

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