Having written a column about the death penalty, I wasn’t anticipating writing more on the criminal justice system this week, but, of course, the news can change everything. Three events this …

While in Clinton this past week, I ran into an old friend, and, as I am opt to do, we talked about Clinton and national politics. He brought up that two individuals whom he is close to were …

PANIC POLITICS/POLICIES One of the advantages in life is achieving senior status. You are certainly a lot slower, and often the mind does not respond as rapidly. But, senior status does imply …

Yesterday (Feb. 12) was my wife’s birthday. And I know what you might be thinking: “Billy, are you really about to write a love letter in the newspaper?” Yeah. I am. It’s also Valentine’s …

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