My father was always the storyteller

We all hope to lead long, full lives that end quietly, surrounded by our loved ones. That wish permeates throughout our culture, manifesting in everything from marriage vows to “god bless you” after a sneeze — from meaningful gestures to meaningless courtesies. Different words, different blessings, the same longing: just a little bit longer on […]

The value of rest

“I slept like, three hours last night. Studied ALL night,” lied the college student, who still doesn’t understand the material even though they are plenty smart enough and allegedly spent their night “studying.” “Just be glad you got any sleep at all. I was up all night watching TV. Didn’t get a minute of sleep,” […]

Investigation into California teacher fired for calling military ‘dumb sh*ts’ reveals racial slurs, pornography and insubordination

Gregory Salcido, the California high school teacher that drew national headlines for calling U.S. military members “dumb sh*ts” and the “lowest of the low,” was terminated from his teaching position via unanimous school board decision in March. Now, the details of the board’s investigation into his behavior in the classroom have revealed a history of […]

The act of killing

Don’t you know it is wrong to kill? Yes. But you do it? Yes. And you still believe absolutely that your cause is right? Yes. It is right, he told himself, not reassuringly, but proudly. I believe in the people and their right to govern themselves as they wish. But you mustn’t believe in killing, […]

Navy SEAL Chris Osman charged with multiple felonies, history of assault

Chris Osman, former SEAL team 3 member and founder and former employee of Tactical Assault Gear, was arrested and charged with felony assault and battery of a teenager, stemming from an incident that took place on May 20th of this year.  (The Editorial Board has been contacted by TAG to clarify that they have not […]