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Helen Suzman, a name well known in South Africa but not so familiar elsewhere, could teach politicians a thing or two, as I learned from her engrossing 2014 biography. For nearly fifteen years under South Africa’s abhorrent apartheid regime, Dr. Suzman was the single voice in South Africa’s parliament, speaking against 165 male members of the pro-apartheid government. She displayed courage and tenacity under impossible conditions. Nothing, it seemed, could ever overthrow this unfair and fully entrenched political system. Certainly not a solitary woman. But hold on, because conditions change, new leaders emerge, principles and courage occasionally win out.
As Americans observe the deep frustration and stubbornness of the 2025 congress, we can ask ourselves why they cannot do better. The House majority is currently 220-213; the Senate is 53 to 47 with 2 independents. The opposition party is nearly as large as the majority. Certainly a sizable American minority…
'The task of all who believe in multiracialism in this country is to survive. Quite inevitably time is on our side...' Helen Suzman was the voice of South Africa's conscience during the darkest days of apartheid. She stood alone in parliament, confronted by a legion of highly chauvinist male politicians. Armed with the relentless determination and biting wit for which she became renowned, Suzman battled the racist regime and earned her reputation as a legendary anti-apartheid campaigner. Despite constant antagonism and the threat of violence, she forced into the global spotlight the injustices of the country's minority rule. Access to…
It is April 1st, 2038. Day 60 of China's blockade of the rebel island of Taiwan.
The US government has agreed to provide Taiwan with a weapons system so advanced that it can disrupt the balance of power in the region. But what pilot would be crazy enough to run…
As a longtime player and coach, I'm impressed and truly inspired with this football story. It’s easy to embrace the selfless and dedicated group of young men and their equally dedicated coach. As a writer, I appreciate the clear descriptions and engaging sense of drama. I especially appreciate the compassion and respect that permeates throughout.
A journalist with a sharp eye for breaking stories, Thomas Fuller's instincts led him to take a risk when invested more than a year, living with a unique small-school football community, the California School for the Deaf in Riverside, California. He got to know the players and their families, the coaches, the fans. He was also immersed in the unique challenges — and surprising advantages -- that deaf football players have when competing with “hearing” schools. Fuller presents an exciting and compelling story of a team that overcame true adversity. After an unexpected, first-ever winning…
The incredible story of an all-deaf high school football team’s triumphant climb from underdog to undefeated, their inspirational brotherhood, a fascinating portrait of deafness in America, and the indefatigable head coach who spearheaded the team, by New York Times reporter and San Francisco Bureau Chief, Thomas Fuller.
"The Boys of Riverside is another example of how anyone can achieve their dreams, making what appears impossible, possible.” —Marlee Matlin, Academy Award winner
In November 2021, an obscure email from the California Department of Education landed in New York Times reporter, Thomas Fuller’s, inbox. The football team at the California School for…
