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Leader Columnists

Presidential race needs surprise candidate

All indications are that next year’s presidential primary is going to feature a crowded field, but I’m casting an early write-in ballot for a candidate ... Read more

by Michael Caldwell, Thursday, May 14, 2015 8:00 am

Leader Columnists

Voting is a privilege Americans continue to waste

The citizens of Berrien and Cass counties should be disappointed with themselves and their neighbors after Tuesday’s election, not because of the results but because ... Read more

by Michael Caldwell, Thursday, May 7, 2015 10:29 am

Leader Columnists

Two ‘yes’ votes about paying it forward

Niles citizens cannot allow a handful of individuals with bitterness toward the past — and maybe apathy with government-funded entities in general — to mortgage ... Read more

by Michael Caldwell, Thursday, April 23, 2015 8:05 am

Leader Columnists

Field trips can lead to careers

“Where do you sit at? … I bet you print 505 million newspapers. … Do people work hard here? … How long does it take ... Read more

by Michael Caldwell, Thursday, April 16, 2015 8:00 am

Leader Columnists

Strong public voice makes democracy work

Want proof that America is still a government that is, as President Abraham Lincoln said in the Gettysburg Address, “of the people, by the people, ... Read more

by Michael Caldwell, Thursday, April 9, 2015 8:47 am

Leader Columnists

Strong public voice makes democracy work

Want proof that America is still a government that is, as President Abraham Lincoln said in the Gettysburg Address, “of the people, by the people, ... Read more

by Michael Caldwell, Thursday, April 9, 2015 8:00 am

Leader Columnists

Leadership about more than mission statements

A local community-building initiative had me sold right from the start, as its name consists of two words — lead and Michiana — that mean a ... Read more

by Michael Caldwell, Thursday, April 2, 2015 8:00 am

Kentucky

NCAA Midwest Regional — Notre Dame, Kentucky

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by Michael Caldwell, Sunday, March 29, 2015 3:16 pm

Leader Columnists

Liquid of life gets unjustly overlooked

It may be the biggest understatement of all time, but here’s a newsflash for you: Water is important. Really, really important. This may sound like ... Read more

by Michael Caldwell, Thursday, March 26, 2015 8:00 am

Leader Columnists

March Madness is about far more than just final scores

Today marks the true beginning of a special time of the year, those weeks when we cheer for David to pickup his sling to face ... Read more

by Michael Caldwell, Thursday, March 19, 2015 9:19 am

Columns

Transparency worth more than cost savings

It may have a new name, but the legislation that would essentially leave many citizens in the dark when it comes to how local governments ... Read more

by Michael Caldwell, Thursday, March 12, 2015 11:29 am

Leader Columnists

Volunteerism cannot be built on the few; must look to the many

In sports — and in life — we misguidedly overanalyze raw data, often convinced that statistics can tell the whole story. However, sometimes the numbers ... Read more

by Michael Caldwell, Thursday, March 5, 2015 9:35 am

Horizons

Avid reader tops 2,200 books read over nearly 40 years

When John Willis flipped open the turquoise spiral-bound notebook on Jan. 1, 1976, and wrote the words “Harpo Speaks,” he never really thought about how ... Read more

by Michael Caldwell, Thursday, February 26, 2015 11:18 am

Leader Columnists

Horizons offers glimpse into why area is so special

Hopefully, by the time you read these words, you’ve already been drawn into our 34th annual Horizons edition that is a special supplement inside today’s ... Read more

by Michael Caldwell, Thursday, February 26, 2015 9:02 am

Leader Columnists

Relay for Life making difference one dollar, one person at a time

There are always lots of things going on across southwest Michigan. Communities from the Lake Michigan shore to northern Indiana will soon be gearing up ... Read more

by Michael Caldwell, Thursday, February 19, 2015 9:03 am

Horizons

Real Call of Duty

As thousands of Michiana residents gathered around their Christmas trees to open presents or relax with loved ones this year, 20-year-old Colten Evans was stuck ... Read more

by Michael Caldwell, Thursday, February 12, 2015 1:43 pm

Leader Columnists

Perspective on winter continues to melt away

I am not sure that growing up in eastern Kentucky exactly constitutes being from the south — those who hear my accent may argue otherwise — ... Read more

by Michael Caldwell, Thursday, February 12, 2015 8:00 am

Leader Columnists

Positive changes become rewards unto themselves

Although it shocks me to even type it, I have now been here at Leader Publications for almost a year and a half. It has ... Read more

by Michael Caldwell, Thursday, February 5, 2015 8:55 am

Leader Columnists

‘Cheerleaders’ offer crucial support for their communities

It usually didn’t take newcomers long to figure out that Juan Ganum was the leading cheerleader for the city of Niles, despite the fact his ... Read more

by Michael Caldwell, Thursday, January 29, 2015 8:00 am

Leader Columnists

Best gifts cannot be found in a store

My wife and I recently asked our oldest daughter how she wanted to celebrate her looming seventh birthday, offering up a few suggestions and expecting ... Read more

by Michael Caldwell, Thursday, January 22, 2015 8:00 am

Leader Columnists

Still time to recognize ‘Unsung Heroes’

At weddings the minister often urges guests to “speak now or forever hold your peace.” This is Michiana residents’ last chance to “speak” about who ... Read more

by Michael Caldwell, Thursday, January 15, 2015 10:18 am

Leader Columnists

Freedoms pave way to informed public

Historically, the best manuscripts or writings — those we consider classics like The Bible or the works of Shakespeare, Mark Twain and so many others ... Read more

by Michael Caldwell, Thursday, January 8, 2015 8:00 am

Leader Columnists

‘Quality or quantity’ can be heartwrenching decision

The skinny, onyx-black cat showed up on my parents’ front porch out of nowhere, basically just appearing one day. He was the scaled-down spitting image ... Read more

by Michael Caldwell, Wednesday, December 31, 2014 8:52 am

Leader Columnists

True ‘reason for season’ is found in the Bible

Our national media keeps telling us that we are facing a “War on Christmas” by those wanting to commercialize or sanitize the holiday in some ... Read more

by Michael Caldwell, Wednesday, December 24, 2014 8:25 am

Leader Columnists

Bell ringing about what was seen not heard

Even on the way out the door most shopping carts aren’t piled as high as the one being pushed slowly across the Walmart parking lot ... Read more

by Michael Caldwell, Thursday, December 18, 2014 8:00 am

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