Op Ed

Two presidential candidates are getting my attention by making headlines and pretty much leaving the others in the dust – Bernie Sanders and Donald Trump.

The International Astronomical Union declared that Pluto should be reclassified as a “dwarf” planet in 2006, but we dreamers of space travel and lovers of the Disney dog of the same name know better.

This is the first time that a team of female players was so honored. In doing so, the parade not only confirms their status as world champions, but also as world class athletes as accomplished as any men that have come before them.

What the Pope is saying is in line with the teachings of Jesus, who understood the haves are invariably not as concerned as they should be with the have nots.

Oh, such a travesty, this ending of Bennifer II, for anyone who believes in Cinderella tales, caviar wishes, and Bernie Sanders’ campaign dreams.

This is one of those wonderful moments, like the passing of the vote for women and the Civil Rights Act, that change everything for the better.

By being affectionate with his children, my Dad taught us that love knew no gender.

This is the lot of celebrities and their worst nightmare – the self-narrative taken out of their own hands and spun out of control.

While a strategy for peace in Iraq is still being formed, we already know one ingredient. Food will help write the peace in Iraq.

It just so happens that this June my family has six graduations to celebrate – so by the time we get to that third Sunday in June this year – Father’s Day for those of you who don’t know – I am probably going to be wiped out and wishing just to be able to watch the NY Mets game if possible.