Adrian Margaret Brune, 02/12/13

Freelance Writer whose articles appear on BlindFolio.com

The now renowned artist Hilary Harkness arrived at the Yale University Art School -- during a time of pervasive identity politics -- without one. She came to the prestigious school with no other objective than to learn how to paint.

Harold Ford, Jr., 02/12/13

Professor of public policy, New York University

As the nation tunes in to hear him chart a path for our nation's prosperity, there are three policy prescriptions the President has already endorsed that, if fully implemented, could provide hope for growing the economy in the near-term.

Ryan J. Davis, 02/11/13

Executive Director of Social Innovation, Blue State Digital

There's still time for the governor to back more progressive priorities, but he won't do it if he doesn't hear from us. Remember, the struggle for equality and social justice doesn't end with gay marriage.

Bob Brody, 02/11/13

Public relations executive, essayist

She's coming over to my apartment, this young woman from Brooklyn. I'm living on East 23rd Street, in the city's smallest apartment, all of 160 square feet, and it's Saturday night.

Bruce Weinstein, 02/12/13

The Ethics Guy

You might feel that you're letting the team -- or yourself -- down, but there are lots of reasons not to work if you're not up to it.

NYC-ARTS, 02/12/13

Fashion Week has stepped into the spotlight in New York, and hot on its high heels is the new exhibition "Shoe Obsession" at the Museum at the Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT).

Nancy Ruhling, 02/12/13

Author of "Astoria Characters"

At 9 on the button, when the shop officially opens, Roz puts on her uniform. The cherry-red satin bowling jacket with the Admiral name on it matches her glossy lipstick.

Steve Horn, 02/11/13

Research Fellow, DeSmogBlog

New York could soon become the newest state in the union to allow hydraulic fracturing (fracking), the controversial technique used to enable shale oil and gas extraction.

Jason St. Angelo, 02/11/13

Assistant Editor, Huffington Post Sports

As an assortment of skaters throughout the league struggle to find offensive chemistry, one of the more interesting narratives of the shortened schedule has become the role of backup netminders and the surprises that have already emerged between the pipes.

David Finkle, 02/11/13

Writer, Drama Critic

During much of the 20th century, mezzo soprano (some say contralto) Kate Smith (1907-1986) had millions of ardent popular music fans. Two among them were mezzo soprano Stephanie Blythe and myself.

Marcia G. Yerman, 02/11/13

Writer on Women's Issues; Co-founder of cultureID

This strong exhibition stands not only as an examination of what these artists bring to the visual dialogue. Rather, it places them squarely as individuals whose imagery speaks both to their roots -- as well as to the broader global conversation.

Alexander Sanger, 02/11/13

Chair, International Planned Parenthood Council

One hundred years ago, a February day in 1913, two strangers stand alone in Gallery G of the International Exhibition of Modern Art at the 69th Regiment Armory on Lexington Avenue.

HuffPost Radio, 02/10/13

Cantor softens GOP rhetoric -- a start? Obama tries a permanent campaign of aggressive, progressive governance -- that succeeding? And the famous and tired Secretary of State leaves after one term to ponder a presidential bid -- worked for Jefferson, will it for Hillary?

Matthew Stein, 02/08/13

Author, 'When Disaster Strikes' and 'When Technology Fails'

Every winter, thousands of people are stranded while driving in the snow. When driving in winter weather, it is best to heed the old Yankee saying: "Hope for the best, but plan for the worst!"

Mike Ryan, 02/10/13

Senior Entertainment Writer, The Huffington Post

The entire show was about Justin Bieber -- and "SNL" is at its worst when the show is about the host as opposed to the host integrating him or herself into the cast.

Leigh Weingus, 02/10/13

Assistant Editor, HuffPost TV

I dearly missed the presence of Marnie, Jessa and Soshanna on this week's episode of "Girls." This is partially due to the balance and wit their characters provide in the midst of sad and ridiculous plot lines, but also because Hannah has officially hit a big fat zero on the togetherness scale.

Jerry Lanson, 02/11/13

Journalism professor, Emerson College

It's bad enough that much-shrunken newspapers, having shed staff, are sloppier with the facts. It's even worse that they don't seem terribly concerned whether or not your paper even shows up.