Author Archives: Richard Guzman

The Wokeness Problem – Part 2

Posted on February 8, 2022 by Richard Guzman

The phrase “Black Lives Matter” was hijacked in ways that helped many Americans avoid, not face, the issue of race.*  Now “Wokeness” has suffered a similar fate.  CNN Business correspondent Allison Morrow writes, “Part of the problem is the way … Continue reading →

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Two Films on Homelessness

Posted on January 23, 2022 by Richard Guzman

I have served in homeless shelters for over three decades, the most current being Daybreak in Joliet, Illinois, a shelter started by distinguished advocate for the homeless Diane Nilan in 1988.  State mandates during our pandemic have restricted the number … Continue reading →

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Beauty in the Time of Pandemic

Posted on January 1, 2022 by Richard Guzman

Below is a 3:30-minute video of a small but momentous occasion.  My son Aaron—a wonderful musician and talented teacher and conductor—leading the Gage Middle School orchestra, Riverside, California.  He’s been teaching there for 20 years and thousands of students. When … Continue reading →

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