There’s a surprising parallel between Shakespeare’s classic tragedy “Romeo and Juliet” and the political dynamics we face today. While most remember this play for its star-crossed lovers, a closer examination reveals a cautionary tale about authoritarianism and its devastating consequences. Lord Capulet: The Authoritarian Father Early in the play, Shakespeare establishes Lord Capulet as an […]

  How many times when a parent is arguing with a teen has the parent either said – or wish they could say – “Do it because I said so!”. As a parent myself, I’ve had more than a few of those times. But it just doesn’t work – especially with teenagers. In this episode […]