Monthly Archives: June 2026

Apocalyptic Cost of Living

Posted on June 29, 2026 by Jim Tanner

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Graffiti just spotted nearby

Posted on June 29, 2026 by Jim Tanner

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WA ‘millionaires tax’ lawmaker faces reelection challenge from the left

Posted on June 29, 2026 by Jim Tanner

Thanks to Mike C By  Jim Brunner Seattle Times political reporter State Senate Majority Leader Jamie Pedersen just finished steering the state’s new “millionaires tax” to passage, securing a seismic tax-policy shift long desired by progressives. You might think that … Continue reading →

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A New Democratic Voice

Posted on June 29, 2026 by Jim Tanner

Commentary by Heather Cox Richardson A wide range of Democratic voices are in the process of shaping new political language to move their party, and the country, forward. James Talarico is one of those new voices. On Friday, June 26, … Continue reading →

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Is the sky going to fall?

Posted on June 28, 2026 by Jim deMaine
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Aging geriatricians talk about CCRCs, assisted living, nursing homes, hospice and the takeovers by private equity

Posted on June 28, 2026 by Jim deMaine

Ed note: This fascinating podcast from GeriPal features two aging academic geriatricians and a banker/health researcher talking about the effects of financing on quality of care in the long term care industry. Now that healthcare is consuming 18% of GDP, … Continue reading →

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Acquired tells the stories and strategies of the world’s greatest companies.

Posted on June 26, 2026 by Jim deMaine

Ed note: Are you curious about how COSTCO, Google, Ferrari, Trader Joe’s and other great companies succeeded? This audio deep dive is available for free on the web at https://www.acquired.fm/episodes/. Given that we all use My Chart for aspects of … Continue reading →

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Eating out can be a challenge

Posted on June 26, 2026 by Jim deMaine
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Watch an orangutan swing over a busy road via canopy bridge: ‘We have watched and waited for this moment’

Posted on June 25, 2026 by Jim deMaine

From GoodGoodGood–thanks to Pam Peterson In Indonesia, a busy road in Pakpak Bharat cuts through the natural habitat of roughly 350 critically endangered Sumatran orangutans, separating them into two forest areas: the Siranggas Wildlife Reserve and the Sikulaping Protection Forest. … Continue reading →

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The rest of the story

Posted on June 25, 2026 by Jim deMaine

From Mary Jane Francis Here’s the rest of the story about where this cartoon came from… from a college classmate who’s son is an old friend of Davey Hearn, the man detained [it’s too good not to pass along] –  … Continue reading →

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If You Love America, Cringe for It

Posted on June 24, 2026 by Jim deMaine

By Bret Stephens Opinion Columnist in the NYT My father was fond of the Spanish expression “en los pequeños detalles se ve la persona” — the person is revealed in the small details. Last week, at the summit of the Group of 7 … Continue reading →

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Are Americans Too Old?

Posted on June 23, 2026 by Jim deMaine

In “Gerontocracy in America,” the historian Samuel Moyn argues that the central conflict of our era is between the young and the elderly.By Joshua Rothman in The New YorkerIllustration by Josie Norton The country you live in is changing. Month … Continue reading →

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New email for Skyline Happenings blog posting submissions

Posted on June 23, 2026 by Jim deMaine

With the help of Jim Tanner, a small group of residents have taken on the task of facilitating posts that you may wish to be on this blog. Please save this email and use it for your submissions: skyline-happenings@googlegroups.com These … Continue reading →

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Shoe size

Posted on June 23, 2026 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Pam Peterson

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If you aren’t a soccer fan–some advice

Posted on June 23, 2026 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Ed Marcuse

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Juneteenth National Independence Day

Posted on June 19, 2026 by Jim deMaine

from the National Park Service Booker T. Washington remembered his mother “was standing by my side, leaned over and kissed her children, while tears of joy ran down her cheeks. She explained to us what it all meant, that this … Continue reading →

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Michele Obama’s speech

Posted on June 19, 2026 by Jim deMaine

reported by Heather Cox Richardson (thanks to Diana Caplow) The crowd at the center was packed to hear speeches by the Obamas and longtime friends and aides, and to hear performances by Christina Aguilera, Marc Anthony, Common, Jennifer Hudson, John … Continue reading →

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  Introduction to the Corner Store 

Posted on June 18, 2026 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Donna Murphy The Corner Store on the 4th floor of the Cascade Tower is a resale shop selling items donated by Skyline residents.  Money realized from these sales supports a variety of resident activities sponsored by the SRA: for example … Continue reading →

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Ask Dr. Google or ChatGPT.MD for more info

Posted on June 18, 2026 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Mary Montgomery (note–“results may vary”)

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Ventriloquist hypnotized by dummy!

Posted on June 17, 2026 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Bob Peterson

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Giant Rainbow Appears As Crowd Awaits Removal Of Trump’s Name From Kennedy Center

Posted on June 13, 2026 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Pearl McElheran As crowds gathered to watch crews dismantle President Donald Trump’s name from the exterior of the Kennedy Center on Friday evening, a massive rainbow — the universal symbol of hope after turbulent times and LGBTQ+ Pride — appeared overhead. The … Continue reading →

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Tacky Birthday, Dear America! Tacky Birthday to You!

Posted on June 12, 2026 by Jim deMaine

Where is Will Campbell when we need him?by PARKER J. PALMER (thanks to Mary Montgomery) This is an artist’s rendition of the structure now nearing completion on the south lawn of the White House. It will serve as the stage … Continue reading →

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Freeway Park Celebration

Posted on June 11, 2026 by Jim deMaine
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Trump’s UFC spectacle is a gut punch to decorum

Posted on June 10, 2026 by Jim deMaine
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Everybody Is a Loser in This Middle East War

Posted on June 10, 2026 by Jim deMaine

By Thomas L. Friedman Opinion Columnist in the NYT The leaders of Israel, Iran, Hezbollah, Hamas and the United States have one thing in common: None of them want a commission of inquiry looking into their performance in the latest Middle … Continue reading →

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