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Author Archives: Jim deMaine
Moon rise a few nights ago
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Juneteenth
On “Freedom’s Eve,” or the eve of January 1, 1863, the first Watch Night services took place. On that night, enslaved and free African Americans gathered in churches and private homes all across the country awaiting news that the Emancipation … Continue reading
Sharks Deny Any Interest in Eating Trump
Thanks to Pam P. (The Borowitz Report)—Calling his longstanding fear of being devoured by them “delusional thinking at its saddest,” the world’s sharks issued a statement on Tuesday disavowing “any interest whatsoever” in eating Donald J. Trump.“Given his constant intake … Continue reading
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23 Things That Happened In 2001 That Were Completely Overshadowed By 9/11
Thanks to Bob P. 1. “American Airlines Flight 587. It was an Airbus A300 that crashed in Queens, NY, two months after 9/11. It was the second-deadliest aviation accident in US history, and not well remembered.” 2. “Air Transat Flight 236. The … Continue reading
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Father’s Day Essay by Heather Cox Richardson
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What Exactly Did Justice Alito Say That Was Wrong?
By Marc O. DeGirolami in the NYT Mr. DeGirolami is a law professor at the Catholic University of America who specializes in law and religion. Justice Samuel Alito has been widely criticized this week for remarks he made to a self-described documentary filmmaker … Continue reading
What Have We Liberals Done to the West Coast?
By Nicholas Kristof Opinion Columnist, reporting from Portland, Ore. for the NYT As Democrats make their case to voters around the country this fall, one challenge is that some of the bluest parts of the country — cities on the West … Continue reading
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When asked to change, the answer is …..
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The Woman Who Could Smell Parkinson’s
She first noticed the scent on her husband. Now her abilities are helping unlock new research in early disease detection. By Scott Sayare in the NYT: Scott Sayare is a writer in New York. He interviewed doctors, researchers, caregivers and patients … Continue reading
Ruling from the bench
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The price of wind according to MTG
Thanks to Pam P. Marjorie Taylor Greene Warns That Windmills Will Drive up Cost of Wind Jun 13 READ IN APP Jim Watson/AFP via Getty Images LAS VEGAS (The Borowitz Report)— Speaking at a campaign rally on … Continue reading
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What’s your wish at the Pearly Gates
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Heather Cox Richardson – Contrasting facts to Trump lies
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Liar, Liar Pants on Fire!
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Antioxidants – food, supplements or neither?
Ed note: Dr. Mehmet Oz has been an unfortunate voice hyping fat-burning supplements sending sales skyrocketing. He has been called to task by congress and has undergone searing critiques of his “flowery language” and health claims promoting questionable products. Unfortunately … Continue reading
Justice Alito Caught on Tape Discussing How Battle for America ‘Can’t Be Compromised’
In a new, secret recording, the Supreme Court justice says he “agrees” that the U.S. should return to a place of godliness BY TESSA STUART, TIM DICKINSON in Rolling Stone (thanks to Mike C.) JUNE 10, 2024 Justice Samuel Alito spoke candidly about … Continue reading
Quote from David Sedaris
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Milton Berle Quotes
Thanks to MaryLou P. You can lead a man to Congress, but you can’t make him think. My doctor told me that jogging could add years to my life. I think he was right. I feel ten years older already. … Continue reading
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News from the Memory Hub
Please click here for the latest information from this important resource in our First Hill neighborhood.
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Freeway Park Newsletter
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