Commentary

History Matters: Remembering the Siege of Vicksburg, 150 years ago

Kate Archer Kent — Tue, 21 May 2013 12:35:00 +0000

Commentator Gary Joiner remembers the Siege of Vicksburg and how fresh baked bread factored into the capture of the emaciated city and Confederate soldiers, 150 years ago this week.

Gary Borders: 'Duck Dynasty' antics are oddly relatable

Gary Borders — Fri, 17 May 2013 12:35:00 +0000

Commentator Gary Borders and his family take time out to watch "Duck Dynasty" together, along with about 8.4 million other viewers of the hugely popular A&E network reality show. He even feels akin to the backwoods adventures at times.

What Was I Thinking for May 16, 2013

Brian O' Nuanain — Thu, 16 May 2013 12:35:00 +0000

Commentator Brian O'Nuanain is looking for some Southern Ice Tea Converts. He's here to share the proper approach to brewing a pot of tea.

History Matters: Reflections on the life of the Iron Lady of British politics

Gary Joiner, Ph.D. — Tue, 14 May 2013 12:35:00 +0000

Commentator Gary Joiner takes up the life and legacy of the late former British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher.

Gary Borders: Notes on a rainstorm

Gary Borders — Fri, 10 May 2013 12:35:00 +0000

It's one of life's pleasures: watching a rainstorm from a warm, comfortable room at home -- and not feeling any looming deadlines. Commentator Gary Borders experienced one of those days recently, perched in his Longview study.