Culture

March 3, 2006 - The scandals of Halliburton and other companies profiteering at taxpayer expense -- whether in Iraq or the Gulf Coast -- has always been a top issue for us at Facing South, since many of the biggest contractors are based in the region.

March 3, 2006 - Eastern Meadowlark (?) from the recent Great Backyard Bird Count

March 1, 2006 - A reminder to come out for this excellent Institute-sponsored event in Durham this Friday: AMERICAN VALUES SUMMIT: Southern Voices on Faith, Politics and the Common Good

February 24, 2006 - A hawk (Cooper's Hawk?) spotted during last week's Great Backyard Bird Count

February 22, 2006 - If you're in North Carolina, or even nearby, come to these excellent events co-sponsored by the Institute:

February 16, 2006 - Driving through New Orleans, it's clear that people are determined to celebrate Carnival as speed towards Fat Tuesday on February 28. The Carnival group getting the most attention this year is Krewe du Vieux, a descendent of a 1978 krewe, du Vieux is known for its biting social commentary.

February 6, 2006 - Dana Milbank reports for Slate: