This week we go back to writing the Attorney General urging him to find a backbone and do what is required under our law and investigate the credible accusations of torture and conspiracy to commit torture. Please take a few minutes to add your voice to the call for accountability under the law.

Living in the world’s richest country, it is now normal for children to need assistance at some point during their childhood. This is a right of passage in America.

By Raquel Brown, Media Consortium Blogger

Ths Band – The Last Waltz

How Do You Cook Your Turkey?

“Given the holiday, we are releasing the President’s weekly address today. In this video, President Obama calls to our attention the men and women in uniform who are away from home sacrificing time with family to protect our safety and freedom. He also talks about the progress of health care reform, the Recovery Act, and job creation to ensure that next Thanksgiving will be a brighter day.”

An historical tidbit for your Thanksgiving enjoyment.

I have to admit it. Last year’s Thanksgiving column was a lot easier to write. Riding high on the victories of the season, my list included things such as “Jesse Jackson’s tears in Grant Park,” and “the election of the first post-modern president.”

Not everyone has grown up in a huge family. I would like to share a little bit of my memories of Thanksgiving with those who don’t have this experience.

Nosferatu versus New Moon–be thankful this is ONE sequel that isn’t in the works!