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“The Right Man for the Time”

Always there have been struggles-for individuals and for groups. But for each struggle, there are always men and women who rise above the ugly and the combative and make the world a better place-people whose greatness seems a perfect match for the challenge of the day. An outstanding example of this truth is Jackie Robinson, the first African American to play Major League Baseball in the modern era. Perhaps no one other than Jackie himself will ever know how much courage this stand for civil rights required. Though [.....]

02:15

“As We Age”

In many ways, life gets better with age - sometimes surprisingly so. The common belief is that a person’s overall sense of well-being goes downhill as he or she gets older, but researchers are finding - and many older people themselves are discovering - that this is not necessarily the case. For example, as we age, wisdom and understanding can flourish. Intelligence can develop and expertise can deepen, which can enhance creativity and productivity. Friendships can become more meaningful as the passing years teach us to prioritize what [.....]

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