Aug 4th, 2008 · Big, gas-guzzling vehicles are out of fashion. In fact, between high gas prices and the greening of American culture, people who own thirsty cars and SUVs might be a little ashamed of themselves. Right? As part of our "California Dreamin'" series, we took this theory and ran with it. But after talking to a couple of experts and some car owners, it's back to the drawing board.
Jun 2nd, 2008 · Brighton Earley's mom shops at a gas station because she can no longer afford to buy food at the grocery store. At first, Earley was ashamed to go on these shopping trips, but now the Los Angeles student believes the trips have taught her a valuable lesson.
Sep 17th, 2007 · Deer Tick understands that modern American folk is a diverse and rich genre that branches into rock, country and blues. Rich, haunting imagery of death, violence and angels lends an almost apocalyptic nature to "Ashamed," an otherwise tranquil song that recalls the work of Bob Dylan.
Nov 3rd, 2006 · The country music trio, the Dixie Chicks, faced severe public backlash after singer Natalie Maines told a concert crowd she was ashamed President Bush was from Texas. Documentary filmmaker Barbara Kopple has been following the band since Maines made that controversial comment in 2003. Madeleine Brand talks to Kopple about her film Shut Up and Sing.
Aug 31st, 2006 · It's been more than three years since one of the Dixie Chicks told a London audience that she was "ashamed" President Bush was from the group's home state of Texas. Some predicted the group would suffer long-term consequences because of the comment. Now their summer tour is coming up short in some cities.
Jan 31st, 2005 · Insurance broker Marsh & McLennan agrees to pay $850 million to settle charges the firm engaged in bid-rigging. The company said it was ashamed by "what a few of the tens of thousands of Marsh employees" had done.