I feel that a “living wage” is a noble concept, but that it is one that is much harder to pin down as to specifics. Places like Santa Fe, New Mexico, who attempt to regulate business by forcing them to pay higher wages, or who put a heavier burden on their local taxpayers by raising … Continue reading Cities should stay out of living wage business
2007 American of the Year: Chuck Cassidy
Folks outside of the Philadelphia, PA area might be saying “What? Who?” right about now. But bear with me and you will understand. For those in the area, it’s likely that you know the name, and if so then you know the reason. Let’s start off with the briefest of updates for those who … Continue reading 2007 American of the Year: Chuck Cassidy
Defense against anonymous cowards
I have some reservation about writing this article because it addresses specifically a topic that I have begun to feel strongly about in recent months. The topic would be that of anonymous postings on the internet, their dangers, and their repercussions. It is my opinion that anonymous internet identities and postings are some of the … Continue reading Defense against anonymous cowards
Black males are killing us
Here in Philadelphia, PA, the murder capital of the United States of America, it was just announced that 54-year old police veteran Charles Cassidy died from wounds inflicted on Halloween morning. Officer Cassidy walked in on a robbery in progress at a Dunkin Donuts in his patrol area, and the robber shot him in … Continue reading Black males are killing us
Police Supervisors: Officers need and deserve a little respect
There is an epidemic sweeping the Philadelphia Police Department. Respect is not being shown. Failures in basic communication are affecting police service in many units. I am not speaking here of police officers failing to show respect to supervisors, though there are indeed many instances of that failure. The epidemic of which I am … Continue reading Police Supervisors: Officers need and deserve a little respect
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