Whatever its other limitations, the Big Apple and those who live there make room for their dogs and cats, take good care of them and abide by the rules made necessary by a huge population.

America, the temple of invention and industry, doesn't make things anymore.

Perhaps our Irish friends should not so completely turn their backs on their historical dishes, no matter how many jokes they might have to endure.

In matters large and small, many people seemed concerned about churlishness, an ugliness in our relationships that appears to be increasing rather than decreasing.

America has faced much more difficult times, including potential national extinction, without flinching.

Currently, 94 out of 100 of us pay the Social Security tax all year round.

Respect and affection for animals, particularly those who share our homes, recognize no geographic borders.