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Freedom from Fear: A Knock, A Painting, A Promise

Not long ago, I visited the Norman Rockwell Museum in Stockbridge, Massachusetts. I’ve always admired Rockwell’s ability to tell profound truths through quiet, human moments. One painting struck me like […]

🇺🇸 Norman Rockwell’s “Four Freedoms” and our Shared American Values

Four Freedoms - Norman Rockwell

In 1941, as the world teetered on the edge of global war, President Franklin D. Roosevelt gave a State of the Union address that became one of the most defining moments of the 20th century. In it, he outlined Four Essential Freedoms that people everywhere in the world ought to enjoy: Freedom of Speech, Freedom of Worship, Freedom from Want, and Freedom from Fear. 

Setting the Record Straight: Protecting Miami Beach’s Neighborhood Voices

Over the last several months, Miami Beach residents and neighborhood associations have been met with a pattern of complaints and sharply worded allegations from recently elected Commissioner David Suarez. These filings and statements—often framed as ethics concerns—have cast a cloud over the work of volunteers who give their free time to improve and protect our neighborhoods.

Stand Up Now for Miami Beach’s Future

Miami Beach is in a zoning crisis not seen since the 1970s. The Florida Legislature has taken away one of our most powerful safeguards — the residents’ right to vote on major development increases. Until Tallahassee stepped in, any significant zoning change beyond current limits required voter approval. Now that protection is gone, and neither the City of Miami Beach nor key civic groups have challenged this loss in court.

5 Ways to Keep Cool in the Miami Beach Heat

Let’s face it — summer in Miami Beach isn’t just hot, it’s heat advisory hot. Whether you’re walking the Art Deco district, running errands, or knocking on doors like me, staying cool isn’t just about comfort — it’s about health and safety. Here are five smart (and very Miami Beach) ways to beat the heat: