Since President Trump’s second term, I have participated in all the national protests organized by 50501 and partners, as well as at least two pop-up protests sponsored by Cary Indivisible, our local organization. But the No Kings rally on October 18 was the biggest and the best of them all. This protest was derided by … More The No Kings Protests Were Great. Now What?
This weekend I went to a wonderful and much needed spiritual retreat. My life is good, really good. But between my teaching and support of my spiritual center and my support of my family and my political activism in support of my country and my democracy, I was worn out. I needed a recharge. So … More Motivational Music Monday: Retreat Edition
In some ways, it seems like this summer has flown by. In others, it seems like it has lasted forever. Or maybe that’s just me. How has it been for you? I substitute teach at a year-round school. For the first time ever, I taught the last day of the 2024-25 school year and the … More What Are You Doing for Labor Day?
When I went to the website of The Washington Post yesterday morning, this was the photo dominating the top of the screen. My reaction was to literally laugh out loud. In this handshake, President Trump is clearly trying to “look tough.” His brows are furrowed and he is looking down at the shorter President Putin. … More I Don’t Hate President Trump. When I’m Not Angry or Outraged by Trump, I Pity Him.
I’m someone who loves US history, who loves the US, and who loves holidays. So usually the 4th of July is a great occasion for me. This year…well, I’m struggling to really celebrate the day. Not that I don’t love recognizing the start of what I still believe to be a great country and a … More Inspirations About Bliss this Independence Day
I’m sorry this post is so late, but I’ve spent most of my day working on two different service projects. Because my vision of America is a land where we help each other out. But I want to end the day acknowledging the service of one of my elected officials here in North Carolina: Senator … More Thank You, Senator Thom Tillis
I imagine most Americans have been upset seeing the scenes from Los Angeles. But we may be upset for different reasons. For those who only watch Fox News, I believe it is confirmation that the liberal cities are full of criminals defying the laws and who need to a strong President to put an end … More Don’t Be Fooled: What Is Happening in LA Is Part of Trump’s Shock and Awe Campaign
I was talking to a young adult earlier today who said he was depressed because he thought everything in US politics today was “rancid.” I get it. As I write this on Sunday evening, federalized National Guard officers are throwing tear gas canisters at peaceful protesters in Los Angeles. But I told him (just as … More Motivational Music Monday: No Kings Day Edition
For several weeks, I’ve been covering the court cases over the election of Allison Briggs to the Supreme Court of North Carolina. Her Republican opponent has been contesting the election, using the Donald Trump approach of throwing anything against the wall and seeing what sticks. What he has mostly settled on is contesting overseas votes … More Democracy Won in North Carolina!
While I’ve been focusing on voting issues this week, President Trump has been experimenting with what he has called “my favorite word”–tariffs. There has been so much back and forth about these policies the past week and a half that it is hard to keep up with it all. So I’m turning to one of … More Confused about Tariffs? Hank Green Ranks the Insanity Level of Trump’s Tariff Policies over the past 10 Days
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