"True pluralism demonstrates respect not only for the existence of different faiths and traditions, but also for the religious certainty of those who adhere to a particular faith." — NewBostonPost Publisher Tina McCormick
The above quote from Tina's message is absolutely correct. But I believe she must go one step further: One does not respect another community if one actively debunks the existence of that which most concerns it. Thus any multiculturalism which opposes the possibility of truth is in reality a uniculturalism that seeks to destroy every single religious or other belief community except for Western skepticism.
Wondering what to get that jazz fan in your life? Or thinking of treating yourself to a tasteful little present this holiday? After all, we know that you've been nice, and not naughty – or at least we hope that's the case. We don't pretend to be as omniscient as Santa. Here's a sample of some of the season's most superlative offerings of new and historic jazz recordings and books. We'll start with a collection of Christmas songs by one of the best big bands in the history of the genre and highlight a few offerings shedding light on two gentlemen born 100 years ago who were vital to the development of 20th century music.
