In a reflection on the power of names and societal attitudes towards race, the author introduces their energetic Welsh terrier named Atticus Finch, after the iconic character from "To Kill a Mockingbird." The encounter with an elderly couple while walking Atticus leads to a meaningful exchange, highlighting the enduring impact of Atticus Finch as a symbol of justice and tolerance, even in the form of a small dog with a big name.

A lesson in race, originally published in The Washington Post.

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