Trusted by millions for his conservative views, Thomas advocates a return to traditional values, which, he believes, must come from the people -- not their government.
This "60 Minutes" commentator, best known for his curmudgeonly look at life, gives way to wry observations on big business, government and day-to-day life in America.
One of the most emotionally engaging columnists writing today, Pitts speaks to America with an uncommonly rich and resonant voice. He offers candid opinions on culture, race, families, relationships and the politics of the human condition.
Read the Bloomington-based humor columnist for features such as "News is Stranger than Fiction" and reader contributions, including the occasional one from Crawford County.
The long-time host of public radio's ppular "Prairie Home Companion" now has a newspaper column, with engaging observations from the back porch to politics.
