Bob Ray Sanders is often criticized for writing about things he could not have experienced because, some readers say, "he can't be that old." The truth is Bob Ray has been a professional journalist for 40 years and in three media: newspaper, television and radio. A Fort Worth native who knows and cares about his community, and those with whom he shares this planet, this is a columnist who is not afraid to speak out on behalf of downtrodden people or the abused Earth.
E-mail: bobray@star-telegram.com
Slavery in America must never be forgotten
| |Wednesday, Jun. 19, 2013
Even the painful part of our nation’s past should always be remembered.
Dallas museum’s ‘Hotel Texas’ exhibit honors Kennedys, Fort Worth
| |Saturday, Jun. 08, 2013
Perhaps never before have Fort Worth and its people been celebrated more in Dallas than with this one extraordinary display of art and history.
What’s in a name — like LeBron, DeMarco and Shaniqua?
| |Wednesday, Jun. 05, 2013
Making sense of why some parents create new ways to identify their kids.
When summer arrives, Texas inmates suffer more
| |Saturday, Jun. 01, 2013
Many prisoners lack air conditioning, and need help to buy fans.
Words of American poet have special meaning in time of mourning
| Sunday, May. 26, 2013
A Walt Whitman poem comes to mind every time death pays a visit.
Maybe some good things will come from all the “scandals”
| Wednesday, May. 22, 2013
Conservatives’ hopes may be dashed if the focus changes to reform instead of Obama bashing.
Great communities are at their best in times of disaster
| Saturday, May. 18, 2013
The devastating storms’ impact will be overcome by the people’s undying spirit.
Even criminals ought to have a final resting place
| |Tuesday, May. 14, 2013
The outcry about alleged Boston bomber’s burial was an outrage.
A very sad Mother’s Day for two families
| |Sunday, May. 12, 2013
An act of violence leaves no winners in this Fort Worth tragedy.
Obama should close Gitmo — now
| |Tuesday, May. 07, 2013
A hunger strike shines a spotlight on a shameful situation.
Summer staycations in the DFW area
Here are some fun, affordable travel options for families in the DFW area. Plus: Win a weekend getaway at the Gaylord Texan in Grapevine
