National Perspective by David Shribman

National Perspective in Opinion July 04, 2020

Frederick Douglass' July 5 Words Are Germane to Our Time

This year above all, our Independence Day commemorations and introspection ought not to conclude on the Fourth of July. Indeed, in a year like this -- in our national moment of reflection and rebel... continue

National Perspective in Opinion June 27, 2020

We Have Not Achieved Justice for All

As we approach this Fourth of July, we -- the heirs to the Declaration of Independence -- are engaged in nationwide introspection on the nature of “life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness” nearl... continue

National Perspective in Opinion June 20, 2020

Polls Don't Predict Winners, But They Do Highlight Issues

If there is one golden rule that political professionals of all stripes, parties and ideologies embrace, it is that the only poll that matters is the one on Election Day. It actually is possible to... continue

National Perspective in Opinion June 13, 2020

Real Police Reform Begins in the Fine Print

PITTSBURGH -- In Minneapolis, the police force is being disbanded. In Toronto, the police chief has stepped down in the face of cuts to his budget and demands for answers about the role of police i... continue