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Author Archives: Jim deMaine
‘Politics of the End’ is a Seattle U class. It could be a study of last week’s news
Police officers detain demonstrators during a protest against Immigration and Customs Enforcement outside the Jacob K. Javits federal building in New York City on Thursday. (Yuki Iwamura / The Associated Press) Police officers detain demonstrators during a protest against Immigration … Continue reading
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Paper Clip Protest – The Norwegian Resistance During World War II and the Paper Clip
Thanks to Mary Jane F. A Norwegian faced with the need to keep related paper documents together designed and patented his version of the paper clip in 1899. It proved to be one loop too short of the ideal shape! … Continue reading
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A new baby orca!
Thanks to Pearl McE. A new baby orca was spotted off the coast of Alki in Seattle! When asked for comment, the parents responded with a whale song demanding that the Epstein files be released. – Seattle Fun Events
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Civil Rights and Liberties
Thanks to Mary M. The inscription is part of the Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial in Washington, D.C. It reflects his commitment to civil rights and liberties during his presidency, emphasizing that oppression, injustice, and hatred undermine the very foundations of … Continue reading
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New Yorker Cover says it all
Thanks to Bob P.
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Keeping the birth gender intact?
Thanks to Mike C.
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Bagley Cartoon: No Jesters
From the Salt Lake Tribune (thanks to Bob P.) By Pat Bagley A Pulitzer Prize finalist in the cartoonist category, Pat Bagley has worked for The Salt Lake Tribune for more than 45 years. He is one of roughly a … Continue reading
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The Era of Dark Passions
By David Brooks in the NYT (thanks to Marilyn W.) Sometimes when I have nothing better to do, I think back on the elections we had in the before times — when, say, Mitt Romney ran against Barack Obama or John … Continue reading
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Scottish protesters light up the skies
Thanks to Bob P. – from BuzzFeed As you know, Donald Trump is in the UK for a state visit. He was “welcomed” with this banner: There was also a light show directly on Windsor Castle: Activists projected that alleged card: Hot Topic Let’s chat … Continue reading
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We need more Jon Greens
Thanks to Pearl McE. who notes, “I was disappointed to see that the flag over Harborview was flown at half mast for someone who denigrated so many.”
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The WSMA Advance Directive
Ed note: Some have inquired as to where they can find an advance directive that includes the Durable Power of Attorney for Health Care as well as their goals of care when faced with a life threatening illness. This form … Continue reading
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ICE Goes Undercover in Memphis
Thanks to Pam P. MEMPHIS (The Borowitz Report)—Abandoning their customary black vests and masks, ICE agents have gone undercover in Memphis, DHS Secretary Kristi Noem confirmed on Wednesday. Noem defended her department’s expenditure of $85,000 to outfit the agents in … Continue reading
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West Coast Consensus for Respiratory Virus Immunizations
Thanks to Mary Jane F.
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9/16/25. Did you celebrate this date of mathematical beauty
Ari Daniel on NPR (thanks to Bob P.) The date 9/16/25 represents a Pythagorean triple — that is, 32 +42 = 52. Once a century, a very special day comes along. That day is today — 9/16/25. Pi Day (3/14) often comes … Continue reading
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The Skybridge is Coming! The Skybridge is Coming!
Don’t miss the update on Thursday in the PPH at 10:30 AM. You’ll learn about the bridge design, 8th Avenue art works, construction considerations and much more. The project management team will be presenting.
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What is a Health Advocate and Who Needs One?
Ed note: Some of us don’t have a spouse, relative or friend who can take on the role of being our health advocate. Beth Droppert RN is very experienced and would be a valuable resource if and when needed. She … Continue reading
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Give an Hour for Democracy
Thanks to Cindi W. Dear Friends, Our democracy is in jeopardy. The Constitution is being attacked. No branch of government is standing up for our fundamental rights. We invite you to join us in taking a stand. A group of … Continue reading
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A New Federal Report Links Alcohol With These Alarming Health Conditions — And It’s Being Quietly Buried
by Jillian Wilson in the Huffington Post (thanks to MaryLou P.) How many alcoholic drinks do you have in an entire week? Five, seven, 10? More? If you have one drink a day, your health could be impacted ― but … Continue reading
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Remembering September 15, 1963
Commentary by Heather Cox Richardson At 10:22 on the morning of Sunday, September 15, 1963, a bomb ripped through the 16th Street Baptist Church in Birmingham, Alabama. It was Youth Day in the historic brick church, and five young girls … Continue reading
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The only thing flatter than the earth
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A letter from Citizens University
Thanks to Kate B. Throughout the last few years I’ve emphasized to my teammates at Citizen University that we must not let everything in civic life get nationalized — that we must help our network of CU catalysts practice humanity and civic … Continue reading
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