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Author Archives: Jim deMaine
“The 24 hour Economic Blackout”
Ed note: Will someone explain whether this will really help? Posted by Jon Stewart but initiated by John Clemens: “The 24 hour Economic Blackout”As our initial act, we turn it off. For one day we show them who really holds the power. … Continue reading
Trump’s ‘Long Live the King’ Post Sparks Outcry: ‘Embarrassing and Disrespectful to Our Country’
Jacob Bryant in Yahoo News Donald Trump’s post proclaiming himself “king” rightfully earned a heap of backlash – more so after it was shared on official White House social media accounts with an apparently AI-generated image of him in a … Continue reading
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Age-related Macular Degeneration (AMD)
From Foundation Fighting Blindness – Thanks to Ann M. Join A Virtual Quarterly Vision Webinar on Age-related Macular Degeneration (AMD) February 27th | 7:00 p.m. ET (4 PM PT) Dear Friends, Discover the latest information on AMD with … Continue reading
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Take a nice slow breath and listen
Jamie Dupuis played a meditative fingerstyle cover of the Leonard Cohen song “Hallelujah” on 26 string harp guitar. (Thanks to Bob P.)
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Trump in the World 2.0 Spring Lecture Series
Thanks to Marilyn W. Join us for Trump in the World 2.0, a series of talks and discussions on the international impact of the second Trump presidency. Moderator: Danny Hoffman, Director of the Jackson School of International Studies and Stanley … Continue reading
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Listen in, call in & stay involved!
Commentary from a college classmate of Mary Jane F. A town hall with our local House of Representatives member, Rick Larson* appeared on my phone yesterday and I decided to listen in. Larson, a Democrat, has represented this region of … Continue reading
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Recycle right: misconceptions, and what not to do
By Bree Coven in the Seattle Times (thanks to Marilyn W.) You dutifully toss your soda cans and last week’s newspaper in the bin and wheel it out to the curb every other week. But are you recycling right? Seattle has … Continue reading
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Congresswoman Jayapal at Town Hall
Thanks to Mary Jane F. There is no question that it has been a difficult start to this year and the new Trump administration — from funding freezes to executive orders that have caused chaos across the country. We must … Continue reading
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Crossing a line
Thanks to Pam P. Borders between one kind of life and another. A moving piece by Timothy Snyder, one of our most well-informed advocates for democracy and Ukraine and author of the 2017 book On Tyranny. I hope he … Continue reading
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Opening in 3 weeks!
Info from Mike C. – checkout this twin tower just east of Skyline: https://museumhouseseattle.com/ Sky Bridge Amenity Space The Sky Bridge offers one of the best views in the building — perhaps one of the best views in Seattle. The … Continue reading
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What does a scientist look like? Children are drawing women more than ever before
Thanks to Pam P. – in Science Advisor When asked to draw a scientist, school-age kids in the United States are increasingly sketching women. That’s the main conclusion of a new study that compiled information about 20,860 pictures drawn by … Continue reading
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Make your voice heard.
Ed note: Please consider joining this group: https://5calls.org/. It connects you with issues of concern and gives you the number/persons to call. You can also subscribe to their newsletter. It’s a chance for your voice to be heard. Calling your … Continue reading
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The moon surrenders to dawn
Thanks to Kathy M.
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Understanding RFK Jr.
Ed note: Since the time of Pasteur, Lister, Koch and Semmelweis we’ve all (but for a few) accepted the germ theory of disease. One of those few who does not accept established science is RFK Jr. Yet, he’s about to … Continue reading
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Thousands of Danes sign petition to buy California from U.S.
Travis Schlepp in KTLA5 Morning News (thanks to Bob P.) In response to President Donald Trump’s continued musing about the U.S. acquiring Greenland from Denmark, Danish citizens have launched their own effort to purchase America’s most economically prosperous state. An online petition seeking the … Continue reading
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Your Parents Deserve More From Their Nursing Home
Ed note: Please see the following post about the need for regulations in this growing, yet underfunded and understaffed industry charged with taking care of an elderly vulnerable population. We must be informed and strong advocates for good care. By Norma … Continue reading
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Continuing Care Oversight Bill needs support
Hello Skyline WACCRA Members, (thanks to Tom S.) THIS ONE HAS A SHORT FUSE!—And supports the effort initially announced in the WACCRA Residents News-Mail, February 6, 2025 (attached). WACCRA’s legislative work has resulted in the introduction of Senate Bill 5691 … Continue reading
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A sidelined Congress and Republicans are largely mum about the seizure of their power.
Heather Cox Richardson Feb 10 On Friday, President Donald Trump issued an executive order “protecting Second Amendment rights.” The order calls for Attorney General Pam Bondi to examine all gun regulations in the U.S. to make sure they don’t infringe … Continue reading
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