Sometimes a bad example can be helpful if only to help us identify what NOT to do; a sort of identifying best practices from worst practices.

The value and power of women is every day underestimated, not only by men but by women themselves (admit it, ladies). Historically, we had plenty of help.

The founders of Break the Matrix are right. We cannot build community without cutting through the outdated political labels that we've grown accustomed to.

This is my introduction to many of you so I will be “on my best behavior” as my grandmother still cautions (never mind that I’m turning 35 this year). I’ve been told on occasion that my life is “colorful.” A fair assessment indeed.