Monthly Archives: July 2015

“Hanging Fire”

Posted on July 28, 2015 by Abigail

“Hanging Fire” I seem to be at a rather gratifying plateau. “Confessions of a Young Philosopher” is now edited almost to completion. It may take another few weeks but the major hurdles have been cleared. It is, if I may … Continue reading →

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“How to Pick Your Fights”

Posted on July 21, 2015 by Abigail

“How to Pick Your Fights” “I’ve been perfect,” said Ammon Hennacy, pacifist, anarchist and dedicated Platonic lover of Dorothy Day of the Catholic Worker movement. He had taken my arm as we walked the picket line together. “I’ve had to … Continue reading →

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“Worldliness”

Posted on July 14, 2015 by Abigail

“Worldliness” My father, the late Henry M. Rosenthal, was the antithesis of a worldly man. “He never made a useful friend,” as someone said who was well placed to know. Speaking at his memorial service, a college classmate recalled, “We … Continue reading →

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The Quakers: Another Round

Posted on July 7, 2015 by Abigail

The Quakers: Another Round Last week we met again with the small group of Quakers that’s been holding anti-Israel placards in the town square once a week all year. This is the third such meeting. I’m thinking, if you want … Continue reading →

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