Normally, Brewed On Grant appears in the paper on Wednesday and focuses on local issues. After the bombing Monday, however, I felt that my first response to the tragedy should be in the form of a single-panel cartoon with a broader perspective. That is why Brewed was delayed a day and is appearing here on a Thursday. I ended up making Brewed about the bombing as well.
The tragic bombing at the Boston Marathon is a reminder that despite improvements in security, we still live in a post 9/11 world.
The flawed logic used by the NRA for NOT moving forward on gun control is ridiculous and dangerous. It would never be accepted when it comes to other threats to our health and well being. Why is it acceptable on guns?
Governor Tom Corbett is stalling Pennsylvania's Medicaid expansion that promises the state billions in federal funds (not to mention jobs) under Obamacare. He is considering using private insurers instead of the standard Medicaid program. Yes, Tom ... forget about what's best for the impoverished and uninsured, it's the insurance companies that really need help!
The new Jackie Robinson movie "42" reminds us that there was a time not so long ago when people were judged by the color of their skin and not by the content of their character.
