The dandelion root started it. Kneeling on my front lawn with my weeding fork in hand, I jabbed away at a big dandelion plant that sprang up overnight along with several companions scattered across the green grass. Annoyed with their sudden appearance and ominous yellow flowers, I grabbed my ...

Not many people today remember the exhilaration so many Americans felt after Israel's victory in the Six-Day War in June 1967. The liberal folks around me at work and law school then had been frustrated and puzzled at the lack of progress being made in Vietnam by the 448,000 U.S. troops ...

“Rodeo fans, are you ready?” This is the familiar opening of each night’s performance at Ogden Pioneer Days from professional rodeo’s premiere announcer, Roger Mooney! Yes, Roger, we are ready! But what’s new for Ogden Pioneer Days this year? Following a 91-year tradition, Ogden ...

America has a major problem: Nearly half of Americans — 42% — don't believe in America. According to Gallup, just 58% of adults say they are either "extremely" or "somewhat" proud to be American. That number has been in steep decline for a decade: In 2004, that number was 91%, and was still ...

When thinking of addiction, we tend to focus on alcohol, tobacco and drugs, but there are many more addictions. Some are not terribly dangerous, but others are more powerful and dangerous than any of these. Everyone has needs and strives to fulfill them. In the right context and in moderation, ...

While members of Congress are in Washington grappling with tax reform, the people of Utah are looking at a mixed bag. On the one hand, extending President Trump’s 2017 tax cuts is a worthy effort that will put more money in Americans’ pockets and drive the economy forward. It fuels ...