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Sunday Driver: Murmuration

Originally posted at Writeindependent.org on November 13, 2011 I post a blog item every day. It is not an easy task to do; try it sometime. I need my weekends “off” so when I find a tidbit that looks especially … Continue reading

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Jumper

Originally posted at Writeindependent.org on November 12, 2011 Suicide Jumper I was on the phone with a friend who was complaining about the traffic. She got stuck on the bridge which spans from San Diego to Coronado, waiting for over … Continue reading

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Purpose of Website

Originally posted at Writeindependent.org on November 11, 2011 The whole purpose of this website is to give people a sense of hope. Before I started this project, I felt like everyone was complaining, but nobody was doing anything constructive. And … Continue reading

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Hugo Black Quote

Originally posted at Writeindependent.org on November 10, 2011 “No right is more precious in a free country than that of having a voice in the election of those who make the laws under which, as good citizens, we must live. … Continue reading

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Crisis of Conscience

Originally posted at Writeindependent.org on November 9, 2011 The real crisis today isn’t just an economic one. Yes, we are experiencing an economic crisis worldwide of epic proportions. But the reason it is different than any other crisis is its … Continue reading

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Truth

Originally posted at Writeindependent.org on November 8, 2011 What is true? There are now seven billion people on this planet, and the truth is different for each person. For truth resides in the brain: its perception of the world. In … Continue reading

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Some Important Dates

Originally posted at Writeindependent.org on November 7, 2011 writein voting – write in vote There are at least six states that do not allow write-in votes for President and Congressional seats. Do not let that discourage you from running, because … Continue reading

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Voter Suppression

Originally posted at Writeindependent.org on November 6, 2011 voter suppression – blocking votes – voter registration How tough is it getting to register to vote? In a recent article in the LA Times, David Savage writes: “And those who seek … Continue reading

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Paul Simon Quote

Originally posted at Writeindependent.org on November 5, 2011 The thought that life could be better is woven indelibly into our hearts and our brains. –Paul Simon, from Train in the Distance

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Declaration of Independence

Originally posted at Writeindependent.org on November 4, 2011 Five days ago, I wrote about Jefferson identifying the pursuit of happiness as one of the most important basic rights in a country that respects its citizens. What strikes me most about … Continue reading

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