Crane: We’ve been here before

The American people have long demonstrated antipathy toward tariffs and duty fees.

Crane: My cancer journey ... so far

Like millions of other Americans, since my late 30s, I have dealt with a chronic medical condition, in my case, ulcerative colitis (UC).

Crane: Solid Gold - 50 years of healing:Morehouse School of Medicine

In 1975, the modest beginnings of a medical school at the Atlanta University Center spanned only two trailers, sitting in the middle of the Morehouse College campus as the nascent start of a two-year Medical Associate degree program.

Crane: Dodging the DOGE

President Donald Trump campaigned to reduce our federal government's size and scope, and millions of Americans support that position. Of course, the devil is in the details.Our federal bureaucracy is bloated, often unresponsive, and more than occasionally duplicative. A recent Trump edict to the U.

Crane: What’s the deal with Greenland?

I recall the factoid from high school geography that Iceland was purposefully deceptively named and is quite green. Greenland is essentially a massive slab of ice, though not quite as icy as it used to be. But more on less ice later.

Crane: The lasting legacies of James Earl Carter

Many believe the ultimate accomplishment for any American citizen is to be elected president of the United States.

Crane: Remember to pack your patience

Should I ever be offered a seat on Santa’s trans-continental sleigh, up front or in the jump seat ... I’m in!However, as I still occasionally have to stay off the naughty list occasionally, I am more likely to be stuck in Comfort Plus, Business Class, or Coach during holiday travel.

Crane: Be wise and exercise

As fall-to-winter temperatures dip and the endemic, former COVID-19 pandemic and flu season again make their presence known, I am reminded of two life maxims for this time of pumpkin spice and the holidays: get your shots, and for even better, year-round advice wise an exercise.

Crane: Free advice for Elon

Instead of penning something for Santa this year, I thought I might instead try to leave a note for Elon Musk, Genius and Budget Cutter in Chief, for helping another jolly man with a big, round belly … though perhaps better known for keeping an enemy list than for checking things twice.

Crane: Stop the squeal

Four years ago, at about this same time, I was repeatedly telling many of my Trump-supporting, GOP, and conspiracy-leaning friends to please give up the top the Stealcrap. President Donald Trump lost the election.