David BallardPolice Killing of Unarmed Black Men in the United States — A Bigger PictureNote: This was written in late 2015. The optimistic predictions were, sadly, unwarranted, though I suggest the basic premise remains valid.Jun 6, 2020Jun 6, 2020
David BallardR.I.P., R. P.Not too long ago I went to a cemetery to visit the grave of a man I didn’t know. He didn’t know me, either. In fact, if his current status…May 24, 2017May 24, 2017
David BallardMy old passport was about to expire, so I applied for a new one.The new one arrived today and what a shock it was.May 16, 2017May 16, 2017
David BallardA fistless of dollarsNot too long ago, I rode a bus to the middle of town. When I reached my stop, a woman — possibly homeless, based on appearance and demeanor…May 12, 2017May 12, 2017
David BallardDraymond Green’s Public PersonaHere is a list that characterizes much of Draymond Green’s public persona since, say, the middle of 2015:Dec 19, 2016Dec 19, 2016
David BallardSiren Call of Duty: Young White Males and Video GamesYoung American white males, as a group, are in peril because of their obsession with playing video games. While they are not about to…Dec 4, 2016Dec 4, 2016
David BallardWhy does anyone think Brett Brown is a great coach?One of the many things I clearly do not fully grasp about my favorite sport, NBA basketball, is why TV announcers/commentators heap praise…Nov 20, 2016Nov 20, 2016
David BallardPay attention to the game in front of you — Jeff Van Gundy, this means youThis missive is a heartfelt plea to NBA announcers to tell us more about the game we’re watching and much less about anything else.Oct 31, 2016Oct 31, 2016
David BallardJoel Embiid as this year’s Kobe?The nearest I can figure is that the NBA basketball pundit community has decided that Kobe Bryant is back — as Joel Embiid.Oct 28, 2016Oct 28, 2016
David BallardIn search of better unqualified candidates- 1Much of the criticism of Donald Trump starts with or includes the notion that he’s not qualified to be president. He is, of course…Oct 6, 2016Oct 6, 2016