Despite our best efforts as believers, it is often hard to see the glory for the gloom.

Congress needs to address the long-term underfunding of Medicaid.

The nature of the product automakers bring to market entails special ethical responsibility.

Recession-driven prison closings may provide state lawmakers an opportunity to promote a more rational approach to criminal justice.

Domestic violence in the United States is rising, and the recession may be partly to blame.

Politicians need to hear from the American people that they are willing to make sacrifices for the future of the nation.