by design | Oct 23, 2023 | Black, Columnist
Is it appropriate to demand appropriate dress? By Dr. Harold A. Black blackh@knoxfocus.com haroldblackphd.com Of course, it won’t happen but suppose everyone decided to follow the lead of John Fetterman and dress casually? Fetterman, if you don’t know, is a Senator...
by design | Oct 16, 2023 | Black, Columnist
Tim Burchett’s Vote By Dr. Harold A. Black blackh@knoxfocus.com haroldblackphd.com My colleagues — former Rep. John J. Duncan Jr. and Focus publisher Steve Hunley — are more qualified to reflect on Representative Tim Burchett’s vote to vacate the speakership to oust...
by design | Oct 9, 2023 | Black, Columnist
Bill Lee’s Abuse of Eminent Domain By Dr. Harold A. Black blackh@knoxfocus.com haroldblackphd.com I don’t know Tennessee Governor Bill Lee. I voted for him despite his going to Auburn and being a KA (Kappa Alpha fraternity). That fraternity was known for its racism....
by design | Oct 2, 2023 | Black, Columnist
By Dr. Harold A. Black blackh@knoxfocus.com haroldblackphd.com Before the Civil War, this country was referenced as a plurality as in “the United States are.” Afterward, it became singular: “the United States is.” Now it may be appropriate to once again refer to the...
by design | Sep 25, 2023 | Black, Columnist
Rent controls: A solution to housing affordability? By Dr. Harold A. Black blackh@knoxfocus.com haroldblackphd.com Knoxville’s mayor is said to favor rent controls as a “solution” to housing affordability. She, like most progressives, ignores Santayana’s “Those who...
by design | Sep 18, 2023 | Black, Columnist
Whither the Braves? By Dr. Harold A. Black blackh@knoxfocus.com haroldblackphd.com I love baseball. Thus far my two favorite teams, the Atlanta Braves and the Baltimore Orioles, have the best record in their respective leagues. The Braves represent my hometown – even...
