It Doesn't Matter If You're Black or White

I wished we lived in a world where race, gender, ethnicity....etc., did not matter.  However, many still pull these issues into every debate imaginable. On August 27, 2013, the City of Mobile has the opportunity to either elect a new mayor or re-elect the current mayor, Mr. Sam Jones. Unfortunately, some people choose to only focus on race.  This is the 21st Century; we should be beyond this. Let us look at the pros and cons of both candidates and decide accordingly.  I can respect someone who says they are voting for someone because of their record of public service, but to say that you are voting for someone because they are black or white is absolutely irresponsible.

Jim Mather: It's Time for Change in Mobile!

Jim Mather: It's Time for Change in Mobile!: In August, 2013 the city of Mobile will have the opportunity to elect a new Mayor. During the last several years while our national econo...

Moving Away from the Pain

It seems that I always put myself in a position to be hurt.  The problem is not with the "hurters," the problems resides within me.  I must always look into a situation objectively, without allowing my emotions to dictate my actions.  The first step to recovery is admission of your problem.  I admit today to not listening to that still voice deep down inside me that said, NO!