Challenges, but progress: Jim Hake has another upbeat report from the Iraq-based, non-profit group Spirit of America. The Marines in al Anbar, using television equipment purchased through donations, cut a story on a women's sewing center that in turn received its equipment from SoA. If you have the time and inclination, read about the transformative power of America's private generosity — and donate to charity; smarter, quicker, more efficient and more effective than any public engagement.