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Author Archives: Jim deMaine
How Do You Like That Filibuster Now?
by Michele Cottle in the NYT As Republicans prepare to take control of both chambers of Congress and the presidency, Senator Joe Manchin, the conservative West Virginia Democrat turned independent, has a question for his former Democratic teammates: “How do … Continue reading
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Taking care of your own
Editorial comment: not needed
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Global plastic talks collapse as oil states rebel
by Esme Stallard in BBC News (thanks to Mike C.) More than nine billion tonnes of plastic has been produced globally with less than 10% recycled Countries have failed to reach a landmark agreement on tackling plastic pollution after more … Continue reading
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The history of liberal democracy
by Heather Cox Richardson (thanks to Mary M.) Cas Mudde, a political scientist who specializes in extremism and democracy, observed yesterday on Bluesky that “the fight against the far right is secondary to the fight to strengthen liberal democracy.” That’s … Continue reading
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David Brooks, “How the Ivy League Broke America”
Thanks to Linda Wolf for mentioning the article in The Atlantic
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Mr. Trump, Do You Realize How Much the World Has Changed Since You Were President?
Ed note: Friedman raised has legitimate concerns that an unfocused chaotic Whitehouse will not have the bandwidth to deal with, let alone understand, the major changes in Iran and Israel. Perhaps more importantly he won’t understand the coming explosion of … Continue reading
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M.I.T. to Offer Free Tuition to Families Earning Less Than $200,000
For students whose families earn less than $100,000 per year, the school will also cover other costs, including housing, dining, fees and an allowance for books and personal expenses. By Alexandra E. Petri in the NYT (thanks to Pam P.) The … Continue reading
Life in a mythical retirement community
By the late husband of Peggy Newsome (thanks to Ann M.) This is a story of 369 retirees who live in plush surroundings. Their funny escapades and activities should make you laugh throughout the short and entertaining expose. The characters … Continue reading
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“Curse those vaccines”
Thanks to Pam P.
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Bezos Unable to Return Washington Post for Full Refund
Thanks to Ann M. WASHINGTON (The Borowitz Report)—Jeff Bezos has desperately tried to return the Washington Post for a full refund without success, sources close to the Amazon chief confirmed on Monday. Bezos, who purchased the Post for $250 million … Continue reading
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Doctor, Will You Pray for Me?
Ed Note: This talk was recently presented at the UW Bioethics Grand Rounds. Although intended for a medical audience, you may find it of interest. Robert Klitzman, MDProfessor of PsychiatryDirector, Bioethics Masters ProgramColumbia University
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Netflix hit – Ted Danson in a CCRC!
Ed Note: Actually it’s titled “A Man on the Inside” — a series of 8 episodes. Corny, poignant, funny and an evolving heartfelt story. Basically FUN! From Rolling Stone Mike Schur’s The Good Place was a cosmic epic about what happens when the … Continue reading
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Some wisdom from a (now) 103 year old
by Nadia Bolz-Weber in The Corners (thanks to Mary M.) If you are also fending off despair brought in by the news cycle, I wanted to share a quick story with you: Betty Reid Soskin at the Makers conference in … Continue reading
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November 12th – a fateful day
by Heather Cox Richardson “It all began so beautifully,” Lady Bird remembered. “After a drizzle in the morning, the sun came out bright and beautiful. We were going into Dallas.” It was November 22, 1963, and President John F. Kennedy … Continue reading
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Online discussions are dominated by a surprisingly small, extremely vocal, and non-representative minority.
from the www.Idealist.org (thanks to Put B.) Research on social media has found that, while only 3 % of active accounts are toxic, they produce 33 % of all content. Furthermore, 74 % of all online conflicts are started in … Continue reading
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January 11 7:30 PM at Benaroya Hall – Resounding Love Gospel Choir
Resounding Love Center for the Arts was born in early 2020 out of a simple desire to bring the best aspects of a church-based gospel music experience to a radically inclusive, open-and-affirming global space. Our work of … Continue reading
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The turkey went to join the flock
Thanks to Pam P.
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