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Honor

The Art of War

Lisa Longo | Posted 05.29.2013 | Politics
Lisa Longo

War should be noticeable. It should be about sacrifice. When there are men and women dying, we should be paying attention.

Honoring Muslim American Veterans On Memorial Day

Craig Considine | Posted 05.26.2013 | Religion
Craig Considine

Under George Washington, several Muslim Americans served in the Continental Army during the Revolutionary War. Bampett Muhammad, for example, fought for the "Virginia Line" between 1775 and 1783.

Whatever Happened to Honor?

Terry Newell | Posted 05.08.2013 | Politics
Terry Newell

There is nothing wrong with public officials who have dishonored the public trust seeking to reclaim their lives and live better futures than their pasts. But there may be something wrong with how easily we and they accept this as the natural trajectory of so many in public life.

Why Google's "War On Easter" Is Offensively Christlike

Morgan Guyton | Posted 05.31.2013 | Religion
Morgan Guyton

Jesus is not stingy about sharing His resurrection with all of humanity. Why would he be stingy about sharing Easter with Cesar Chavez?

'She Brings Honor to Our Family, and That Is Good'

Marsha Aizumi | Posted 03.09.2013 | Gay Voices
Marsha Aizumi

"Never bring shame to our family." For a while, this voice forced me into the closet and I could not openly talk about my lesbian child. I was afraid that I would be judged a terrible mother who brought dishonor to her family.

Restoring Honor in Military Leadership

Terry Newell | Posted 03.04.2013 | Politics
Terry Newell

The Army has a set of core values, including honor, integrity, courage, loyalty, respect, selfless service and duty. Many men have dishonored these values. So we are left with two questions: Why did they violate our trust and what can be done about it?

The Soul of Les Miserables: Why It Touches Us

Robert C. Crosby, D.Min. | Posted 03.02.2013 | Entertainment
Robert C. Crosby, D.Min.

The epic musical Les Miserables, now portrayed on the big screen, contains elements so rarely seen today and yet so sorely needed.

Tribute and Legacy: Being Present

Lisa Niver Rajna | Posted 02.10.2013 | Fifty
Lisa Niver Rajna

Sitting between my parents at the temple where I grew up, I felt lucky. It seemed odd at a funeral, but that is how I felt.

25 Ways To Say Thanks

Laura Berman Fortgang | Posted 01.19.2013 | Healthy Living
Laura Berman Fortgang

As we approach Thanksgiving, in a post-election, post-hurricane time when our feelings probably outweigh our ability to express them, I thought it might be helpful to explore some ways to say thanks and experience feeling grateful.

Will You Stand Up for Heroes With Me This Thursday?

Craig Newmark | Posted 01.06.2013 | Impact
Craig Newmark

The folks at the Woodruff Foundation are targeting the real needs of transitioning vets and focusing on important things, such as identifying barriers to employment and suicide prevention, among other needs that wounded warriors have. I'm not speaking from experience, but from a place of thanks.

Black Women Deserve More Respect

Chris Williams | Posted 01.01.2013 | Black Voices
Chris Williams

There is nothing more beautiful on this earth than a Black woman. Since the beginning of time, Black women have been the envy of the planet. From Qu...

Elizabeth Warren Would Be the Conscience of the United States Senate

Brent Budowsky | Posted 01.04.2013 | Politics
Brent Budowsky

I have seen many Senators come and go and I have no doubt that if elected Elizabeth Warren would be the conscience of the Senate. Because she speaks for the best in you -- and me -- and Massachusetts -- and America.

Lying Is the New Truth

Lorraine Devon Wilke | Posted 10.30.2012 | Politics
Lorraine Devon Wilke

hose people -- the confused ones -- come in all shapes, sizes, genders, colors, and political parties but for the sake of argument, and as a nod to the political climate of this GOP Convention week, let's focus on politicians, shall we?

Be True To Yourself (And Not Self-Absorbed)

Mike Robbins | Posted 09.01.2012 | Healthy Living
Mike Robbins

Honoring our feelings isn't about being self-absorbed or arrogant -- it's really about being true to ourselves, honest about how we feel, and willing to engage in authentic conversations with other people. So why can it be so challenging for us to honor our own feelings?Ā 

UVA Board Blunder: What Would Jefferson Do?

Sean Donahue | Posted 08.18.2012 | College
Sean Donahue

The decision to force University of Virginia President Teresa Sullivan's resignation has rightfully been met with anger and dismay, especially coming from a university that prides itself on trust and honor.

Honor, Courage, and Character

Ann Tran | Posted 08.15.2012 | Impact
Ann Tran

This and every Father's Day, in addition to remembering my own father, I choose to honor my American father, Colonel Bill Ochs.

Take Time to Make This Day a Memorial Day

Rachael Freed | Posted 07.26.2012 | Healthy Living
Rachael Freed

Traditionally Memorial Day is to honor the memories of those we've lost, particularly those who sacrificed their lives in military service for our country.

Investiture Ceremony at the New Zealand Embassy, Washington D.C.

Connie Lawn | Posted 07.13.2012 | World
Connie Lawn

The heavy and handsome gold medal was presented at a ceremony at the New Zealand Embassy by a terrific man, Ambassador Mike Moore. I am grateful, and pleased I got through the ceremony without crying, passing out, or tripping.

Don't Let Mother's Day be Martyrs Day!

Dr. G | Posted 07.09.2012 | Parents
Dr. G

This Mother's Day, let your kids make breakfast and stay in bed while they're in the kitchen. Take time for yourself. Ask for a gift you actually want. Read the cards you get and believe them.

A Life Well Lived, a Love Well Shared

Dr. Lawrence M. Schall | Posted 06.23.2012 | Healthy Living
Dr. Lawrence M. Schall

It sure seems like a whole lot of the most special people in my life are leaving this life. I guess that happens as one gets older, and I honestly can...

AIDS. Remember Me?

Kergan Edwards-Stout | Posted 05.12.2012 | Books
Kergan Edwards-Stout

Everyone has their own way of honoring our fallen, lost to AIDS. There is no one correct way of doing so. For me, I chose to write.

DIY Nail Art: A Wild Way To Wear Neon

The Huffington Post | Dana Oliver | Posted 10.11.2012 | Style

I tried my hardest to wear dark nail colors these cold-weather months, but after just a few days I get bored of them and give in to fuchsia, teal and ...

Tadashi Shoji and Honor Fall 2012

Joy Adaeze | Posted 04.16.2012 | Black Voices
Joy Adaeze

After actress Octavia Spencer's SAG and Golden Globe award winning Tadashi Shoji dresses, many were looking forward to what the designer would show for Fall.

'The Descendants' Star Wows In Lacy Look

The Huffington Post | Sarah St. Lifer | Posted 10.11.2012 | Style

WHO: "The Descendants" star Shailene Woodley WHAT: The 20-year-old actress, who isn't shy when it comes to daring red carpet looks, pleasantly surpri...

Saluting Rapists

Robert Koehler | Posted 01.23.2012 | Politics
Robert Koehler

When sex is hidden in the shadows -- when it's something you can't talk about (but you can brag about) -- it easily becomes one more tool of domination, wrapped in an unspeakable shame that preserves its secrecy.