A Father's Devotion Sustains His Support for Iraq War- June 27, 2007 Michael Sparling stands guard against the ugly realities of war. His mission: Protect the morale of wounded soldiers recuperating at Walter Reed Army Medical Center. Tell them that the sacrifices have been worth it. Let them know that a grateful nation appreciates their service. And express the deeply held belief that victory in Iraq and Afghanistan is assured. From his post in the lobby of Walter Reed's Mologne House, an outpatient residence where he serves as an unofficial greeter and...http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/06/26/AR2007062601866.html?nav=r... In City Brimming With Black Talent, Fenty's Cabinet Lacks Color- June 20, 2007 By now, you'd think D.C. Mayor Adrian M. Fenty would be feeling the heat. When a black mayor takes the helm of a majority-black city and starts replacing black Cabinet officials with white ones, you'd expect him to get at least some static.http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/06/19/AR2007061902184.html?nav=r... Mentors Quietly Lend Guiding Hands to D.C. Grads- June 13, 2007 Here's to mentors, the unsung heroes of educational achievement.http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/06/12/AR2007061201990.html?nav=r... Familiar Tale of a Future Gone Astray- June 6, 2007 Tonya Bell was 12 when I met her in 1989. She had been one of the best bakers and salespeople at Champs Cookies, a youth entrepreneurial program in Southeast Washington that I wrote about at the time. She was smart and witty, with a smile that could charm and warm your heart. A bright future seemed assured.http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/06/05/AR2007060502507.html?nav=r... |