Oklahoma communities will rebuild: Your Say
In response to tornado, residents of Moore, Okla., reflect the best of human nature.
Time to unbundle cable? Your Say
A bill introduced to Congress this month would encourage cable companies to offer "a la carte" pricing.
Crack down on offshore tax schemes: Opposing view
Big, profitable corporations aren't paying their fair share.
Apple tax critics avoiding the truth: Our view
High rate and complex code, written by Congress, encourage companies to play games.
We still cry out to God when tragedy strikes: Column
When tragedies strike, our country's religious convictions rise to the surface.
Common Ground: Obama scandal brush fires spread
Cal and Bob talk about the Associated Press, Benghazi and the IRS.
Boy Scouts president: Let in gay boys
Our policies must be based on what is in the best interest of our nation's children.
Where is God when evil strikes? Column
Doubt is understandable after deadly Oklahoma tornado. But we are resilient in our faith.
Twister leaves tragedies, miracles: Other views
A roundup of opinion online about the tornado that hit Moore on Monday.
After tornado, what's next for Moore, Okla.: Our view
Deaths at elementary school suggest there's room for improvement in protecting people.
Hospital prices baffle patients: Your Say
Under the Affordable Care Act, hospitals will be required to inform patients how much a procedure will cost.
Putting Oklahoma tornado in perspective: Column
Disaster was tragic, but larger ones have occurred. What's different is crowded heartland.
Allow prayer at government meetings? #tellusatoday
On Monday, the Supreme Court announced it would take up a case about whether prayer should be allowed at government meetings.
Boy Scouts, admit gay members and move on: Column
Exclusion hurts the boys and Scouting.
Wickham: Republicans relish role as Party of No
Lead by McConnell, GOP uses obstruction and obfuscation against the president.
More students deserve to graduate: Column
Our nation's colleges and universities can and must do more to help students succeed.
Liberalism not at fault for recent scandals: Column
All of these scandals could have been avoided if someone actually practiced liberalism.
IRS scandal symptom of intrusive government: Column
Controversy indicative of a federal bureaucracy that has expanded beyond control.
Punchlines: Commencement speeches and advice for grads
Complaints about commencement speeches and advice for the Class of 2013.
Views around the country from our partners
The best national commentary from Gannett's local papers.
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