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An article I wrote for Huffington Post regarding a proposed academic boycott of Israel

11 December 2013 Mark 1 comment

“Why I am Opposed to an Academic Boycott of Israel”

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Hanford Is No Place for a Park

25 April 2013 Mark Leave a comment

My most recent piece for Huffington Post, based on a recent visit to my hometown.

Categories: Commentary

An essay I wrote for Huffington Post about gun ownership and gun violence

6 February 2013 Mark Leave a comment

Gun Enthusiasts: Why Not Say You Just Want to Own Your Guns?

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