Author: DJB

Why not?

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Building a robust sense of the common good comes about in part by asking ourselves tough questions.

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A former colleague and dear family friend passed away earlier this month. Rest in Peace, Douglas Roller.

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The most recent in my series of aphorisms that have captured my attention.

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Jane Bertch’s engaging memoir and Bold Fork Books—a match made for food lovers everywhere.

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Taking the time to look at the unique connections to baseball found throughout all fifty states.

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Living in the past doesn’t honor the lives of those we have loved. Rest in Peace, Elizabeth Fisher.

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Five books. Every month. A variety of topics from different genres. Here is the list from June 2026.

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The world fell in love with ordinary America and reminded us why this country is still worth fighting for.

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Laila Lalami’s debut novel takes us into the hopes and fears of modern Morocco with subtlety and grace.

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Remembering that the Declaration of Independence was the original NO KINGS document.