Author Archives: Jim deMaine

Just One Question for Trump and Vance: What Is Wrong With You People?

Posted on July 25, 2024 by Jim deMaine

By Thomas L. Friedman Opinion Columnist in the NYT (thanks to Diana C.) Ever since President Biden’s Sunday announcement that he would not seek re-election, clearly because of age, I keep thinking about Donald Trump’s and JD Vance’s contemptuous reactions to … Continue reading →

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Nation’s Cats Lash Out at J.D. Vance in Million Meow March

Posted on July 24, 2024 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Pam P. WASHINGTON (The Borowitz Report)—Infuriated by J.D. Vance’s disparagement of childless cat owners, the nation’s cats are planning a mass protest at his next campaign appearance, the felines revealed on Wednesday. In a statement announcing what they … Continue reading →

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Are offshore wind turbines in Washington’s future?

Posted on July 24, 2024 by Jim deMaine

If voters decide in November to keep the cap-and-invest program, the state has plans that could bring the technology to its coastal waters. by John Stang in Crosscut/ July 23, 2024 In an August 2016 photo, three wind turbines from Deepwater Wind … Continue reading →

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Self Check-Out

Posted on July 24, 2024 by Jim deMaine
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Promises

Posted on July 23, 2024 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Mary Jane F.

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What Kamala Harris Believes (WSJ Opinion)

Posted on July 23, 2024 by Jim deMaine

Ed note: Peeking out from my bubble, I read the WSJ today. There is an opinion piece blaming Barack Obama for orchestrating the exit of President Biden from the race. The editorial below outlines the criticisms of both Biden and … Continue reading →

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Heather Cox Richardson comments about Kamala Harris

Posted on July 23, 2024 by Jim deMaine
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How’s it going?

Posted on July 23, 2024 by Jim deMaine
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West Coast Seafood Watch Guide

Posted on July 22, 2024 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Kate B. and Mel B. As you see such menu choices as Chilean Sea Bass or Orange Roughy, please consider this very important guide — CLICK HERE

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A new report found that renewables will officially surpass coal in energy production next year

Posted on July 22, 2024 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Pam P. Global electricity demand is rising at its fastest rate in two decades, but solar is on course to meet half of demand growth, says the IEA. Global electricity demand is forecast to grow by around 4% … Continue reading →

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Comments from the future

Posted on July 22, 2024 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Pam P.

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Restoring Faith in Vaccines

Posted on July 22, 2024 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Ed M.

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Biden Drops Out of Race, Scrambling the Campaign for the White House

Posted on July 21, 2024 by Jim deMaine

By Peter Baker Peter Baker has covered the past five presidents and written multiple books about the presidency. President Biden abandoned his campaign for a second term under intense pressure from fellow Democrats on Sunday, upending the race for the White … Continue reading →

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Trump explaining religion & being good

Posted on July 20, 2024 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Mike C.

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Montage reflecting the “real” the Supreme Court

Posted on July 20, 2024 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Mary Jane F.

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View from the Museum Tower’s Skybridge floor!

Posted on July 19, 2024 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Janet M. Ed note: Doubt that we’ll have a glass floor if/when the Skyline Skybridge materializes! Have you tried the one at the Space Needle–yikes!

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Working on the art-decorated screens on the Museum Tower

Posted on July 19, 2024 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Mike C. Ed note: Does anyone know the current status of this long delayed construction project?

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The gaslighting makeover

Posted on July 19, 2024 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Pam P.

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The top 5 Scams that affect seniors

Posted on July 19, 2024 by Jim deMaine

Ed note: It’s unfortunate but true that there are some bad actors out there trying to fool you, spy on you and scare you–all to get your money or identity. In addition to the below, consider the following: Use two … Continue reading →

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Your Will: A Plan for Care, Connection & Impact

Posted on July 18, 2024 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Mary M.   Thursday, August 22 12 – 1:00 p.m. Free Online Event sponsored by The Seattle Foundation August is National Make-A-Will Month. Whether you’ve had a will for many years or are just getting started with your estate planning process, … Continue reading →

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The healing power of the mind

Posted on July 17, 2024 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Ed M. Ed Note: I’ve always been fascinated with the placebo effect, the poorly understood but real connection between mind and body. Click here for my story concerning the placebo effect on one of my own patients. by … Continue reading →

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Guns have no place in our democratic process

Posted on July 17, 2024 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Bob P. The Brady organization provides education and advocacy about gun violence. Please click on this link to view the horrific statistics in our country: https://bradyunited.org/resources/statistics The assassination attempt on Donald Trump was carried out with an assault weapon … Continue reading →

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Comments from a widow

Posted on July 17, 2024 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Mike C.

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To Donald with love

Posted on July 16, 2024 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Janet M. and Pam P.

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Nice to have company

Posted on July 16, 2024 by Jim deMaine
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