Stephen Golub: Steve Kerr, the Oscars, Gun Violence and All the Empty Rooms

A 35-minute masterpiece about loss, pain and love. A Promised Land, by Stephen Golub, March 21, 2026 While living in the Philippines from 1987 to 1993, I knew about a half-dozen Filipinos who died from shootings in that wonderful but gun-plagued land. Most were just casual acquaintances of mine, yet each killing hit home. At … Continue reading Stephen Golub: Steve Kerr, the Oscars, Gun Violence and All the Empty Rooms

Stephen Golub: Humble and Kind

A reminder of the gentler sides of this country and our shared humanity. A Promised Land, by Stephen Golub, February 24, 2026 One of my favorite songs is “Humble and Kind,” popularized by country star Tim McGraw and composed by Lori McKenna (who herself performs a great version). I’ve been thinking longfully about it lately … Continue reading Stephen Golub: Humble and Kind

Stephen Golub: Here’s to the future and to the Benicia High students who embody it

Crowd of 400 Benicia HS students protest ICE at City Park By Stephen Golub, February 8, 2026 This past Wednesday, February 4, 400 Benicia High students walked out of class to protest the Trump Administration’s immigration policies and the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agency enforcing those edicts. At a time when hope and inspiration … Continue reading Stephen Golub: Here’s to the future and to the Benicia High students who embody it