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Monthly Archives: September 2022
Theater of War
Thanks to Ann M. PARTICIPATE IN THE LIVE HYBRID BROADCAST! RSVP to tune in via Zoom: The Suppliants Project: Ukraine on October 3 at 7:00pm EDT The Suppliants Project: Ukraine, Notre Dame ForumOctober 3, 20227:00 pm – … Continue reading
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Update from Heather Cox Richardson
Thanks to Diane C.
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Will the last one ever fall?
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Mayor Bruce Harrell Releases Proposed 2023–2024 Human Services Department Budget
Today, Mayor Bruce Harrell released the 2023–2024 Proposed Budget for the City of Seattle. This budget reflects Mayor Harrell’s continued commitment to bold action on the priorities of our communities—investing to address urgent needs and emphasizing the essentials as we … Continue reading
Posted in Advocacy, Government, Homeless, Poverty
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What’s going on at 707 Terry?
It seems kind of quiet at the twin “leaning” towers across from the Frye. Does anyone have specific information on the absence of workers there? There are currently 24 active liens at this address with a reported total value of $53,237,520.54. Click here … Continue reading
Posted in In the Neighborhood
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Deciding to Move
We have all been through this decision-making process, of whether to move to a CCRC. And many of us have tried to advise friends on important considerations when shopping around. We were doing that again today when I recalled a memo on the subject … Continue reading
Posted in Aging Sites, CCRC Info, Civic Engagement Group, WACCRA
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Shanah Tovah (Oklahoma style)
Thanks to Mary Jane F.
They Were Entitled to Free Care. Providence Hounded Them to Pay.
Ed Note: This article raises the question about the blurred lines between a non-profit and for-profit organization. Some non-profits, like the Providence system, enjoy huge tax brakes and may not living up to their mission, moral or legal responsibilities. On … Continue reading
Posted in Business, Health, Law, Uncategorized
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Bar etiquette
Thanks to Mike C. A Portuguese, Spaniard, Dane, Finn, Swede, German, French, Italian, Belgian, Austrian, Czech, Polish, Russian, Afgani, Serbian, Brit, Irish, Scot, Sardinian, Corsican, Icelander, Belarian, Romanian, Yugoslavian, Hungarian, Ukrainian, Bulgarian, Turk, Morrocan, Algerian, Liberian, Sudanese, S. African, Zambian, … Continue reading
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Hey Mariners, check your rear view mirror!
Thanks to Mike C.
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Trump Demands Special Master Be Fired and Replaced with Extra-Special Master
Thanks to Pam P. Satire by By Andy Borowitz The former President told reporters that Judge Raymond Dearie is “asking for information like you wouldn’t believe. He’s a bad or sick guy.”
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45 Major Companies Commit to Hiring Over 20,000 Refugees at Tent Business Summit
Thanks to Pam P. NEW YORK, September 19, 2022 – With the United States welcoming tens of thousands of refugees from Afghanistan, Ukraine, and other crises, today, dozens of America’s largest employers and best-known brands are announcing new commitments to hire 22,725 refugees in full … Continue reading
Who shipped us here?
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The Arboretum recovers
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Is Choosing Death Too Easy in Canada?
Ed note: Canada has liberalized its medical aid in dying (MAID) laws far beyond that of Washington State (or any other state). A person no longer needs to be terminally ill and the lethal medication can be given by IV … Continue reading
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President Joe Biden’s interview on 60 Minutes
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Billionaire No More: Patagonia Founder Gives Away the Company
by David Gelles in the NYT A half century after founding the outdoor apparel maker Patagonia, Yvon Chouinard, the eccentric rock climber who became a reluctant billionaire with his unconventional spin on capitalism, has given the company away. Rather than … Continue reading
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