College credit for this?
From what I read, community colleges today are like they were in the early 80s when I took a writing class.Then the instructor suggested we buy two books, but few students did and no assignments were...
View ArticleJapan bashing in the 90s
In the early 90s we were told the Japanese had caused our trade deficit, were ‘buying’ America, were getting ahead at our expense, and we shouldn’t take it.But were we in a position to criticize them?...
View ArticleAdvice to immigrants
Many immigrants courageously come to the U.S. knowing little of the language and customs. It takes them a long time to adapt. When I was their English teacher, social worker, roommate and...
View ArticleSocial work in the 19th century
After frustrating years in social work, I came across an article I wished I’d seen when I was in school, about social work in the past. In those days social workers saw some of the poor as...
View ArticleWhen you’re the victim
A short history Your dad passed away. In 1992 you’re a single man, age 52, with no kids and a low income. Over the years you protested your mother’s continual putting you down and now protested her...
View Articleyouth links
To young people from 13-25: You need to hear about interest tests, sex-ed, psychology, idealism, the military, alternatives to college, job tips, etc. You need good values as you will face smoking,...
View ArticleChange is Possible with Empathy & Compassion
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