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Republicans Touting Freedom of Speech is a Red Herring
Public health experts worldwide have offered explicit warnings against large public gatherings, especially indoors. In those environments, the same experts insist upon two basic mitigation measures; as much distance as possible between people and wearing decently fitted masks covering the mouth and nose. A well attended rally at an indoor venue would obviously make social…
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Trump Touts Background Checks Changes to Include Mental Illness
In the wake of recent mass shootings, the debate over gun violence and background checks for weapons purchases in the U.S. is again prevalent. There is little legislative momentum for gun control, with the last significant legislation being the 1994 assault weapons ban. President Trump has indicated a potential shift in his position, suggesting an…
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A Big Day in Grammar School
Week One Prompt:“Share some primary school memories.” I began my scholastic career at George Washington School in White Plains, NY. As you can see, it was easy walking distance from our house (now hidden by the tree canopy) on Todd’s Pond. When I was ready to head to fourth grade, Mom and Dad decided it…
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Arizona Teacher: I’ll Believe It When I See It
The following is is the view of a teacher in Arizona with 15+ years of experience, one who has worked in multiple capacities in the Cave Creek Unified School District. The following are his words regarding the recent proposal from Governor Ducey in the face of the #RedForEd movement for more realistic salaries in Arizona…
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Debbie Lesko an Education Supporter? Not so much.
Republican Debbie Lesko is running to replace her friend, disgraced US Representative Trent Franks, in the House of Representatives in an April 24 special election. Lesko enjoys the luxury of an extremely conservative District 8 that voted for the current president by a 21 point margin. Lesko’s Moderate Democrat Opponent Her opponent, Dr. Hiral Tipirneni…
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Signs of Corruption – Arizona’s 8th District
The Debbie Lesko FEC investigation explained People are sick and tired of corruption, real and perceived, in Washington and local politics. Lesko Background Debbie Lesko is a politician running for congress from Arizona’s 8th district in a special election to replace Trent Franks. Her campaign is currently under investigation by the Federal Election Commission (FEC) for an allegedly…