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My Thoughts on Healthcare Reform

Added by on August 11th, 2009, filed under Politics

Here’s basically what i think about healthcare reform in a nutshell. It should be fairly straightforward and hopefully fair. First: I’m extremely satisfied with my healthcare situation today. I (and my daughter) have great coverage at an affordable price. True, my company pays a lot of my insurance, but i assume they do so because [...]

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my thoughts on barack obamas win

Added by on November 5th, 2008, filed under Politics

this entire campaign has been exhausting. i’ve never been so involved in politics and the process of learning, researching, and discussing the issues. i think it has made me a better american and has also helped me form an opinion, which i said long ago on the blog was something i hoped i’d one day [...]

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i just voted

Added by on November 4th, 2008, filed under Politics

catherine and i just finished voting at banks elementary in waltham near where we live. we only had to wait in line for about 20 mins. i thought the polling place was very well-organized, though catherine and i had one complaint: we were not asked for any identification. in fact, catherine’s name was listed twice [...]

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you should vote yes on question #1 in mass

Added by on October 31st, 2008, filed under Politics

michael graham is probably my favorite talk radio host. he recently posted a short list of programs we’re currently paying for in mass. the list includes: ACORN Boston Coalition for Justice in Bhopal Boston DSA (Democratic Socialists of America) Mass Transgender Political Coalition (WTF?) Progressive Democrats of Massachusetts OK. That’s just redonkulous. I get how [...]

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proof the u.s. is in a downward spiral

Added by on August 3rd, 2008, filed under Politics

1 out of about every 5,000 people has aids. – source 1 out of every 100 adults is behind bars – source 1 out of about 4,500 young adults commit suicide per year – source 1 out of 6 americans depend on a program for poor – source 1 of about every 16 adults is [...]

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obama!

Added by on January 4th, 2008, filed under Politics, Uncategorized

obama!

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why we’re not safe

Added by on November 27th, 2007, filed under Politics

from: https://www.cia.gov/careers/jobs/view-all-jobs/counterterrorism-analyst.html excerpt: Counterterrorism analysts assess developments related to terrorism worldwide in support of US policymakers. They monitor and assess the leadership, motivations, plans and intentions of foreign terrorist groups and their state and non-state sponsors. but get this: Work Schedule: Full Time Salary: $44,465 – $86,801* Location: Washington, DC metropolitan area …..44K to 86?! [...]

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