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Whenever an African-American would cut in front of an old friend of mine, my friend would exclaim, “Stupid...” and I will let you finish the rest. I’m not usually argumentative but on this subject ...
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Jonathon, my kid brother, was almost five years younger than me. Growing up on the farm, he was always walking in my shadow. From the time he was in diapers, he was always in my footsteps. We’d pla...
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Jesus was never one for fanfare and hype. Any pomp and splendor that he received was always given by someone else and never commanded of himself. He was born in a lowly cow stable. Nothing fancy a...
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Before going out to spray pastures, hayfields or other agricultural areas, take time to calibrate your spray rig. Calibrating a sprayer does not take a lot of time, and there are several benefits. ...
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“At what point shall we expect the approach of danger? Shall we expect some transatlantic military giant to step the ocean and crush us at a blow? Never! At what point then is the approach of dange...
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There are numerous opportunities available to local youth through the 4-H program. Today’s program offers many more activities than it did 100, 50 or even 10 years ago. Although 4-H has expanded fr...
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Garage sales can be a great way to get rid of clutter — and earn a little extra cash — before you sell your home. But make sure the timing is right. Garage sales can take on a life of their own, an...
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While voting allows citizens to take part in the political process, it rarely gets them what they want out of government. For that, one needs to hold office themselves or hire lobbyists to try an...
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Apparently, in rare instances no doubt, liberals can actually perceive reality. Speaking of the exploding national debt, Obama said that it “keeps me awake at night, looking at all that red ink.”...
ONE DISPIRITING aspect of the spirited contest between Mayor Adrian M. Fenty and D.C. Council Chairman Vincent C. Gray is what it reveals about the District's deep and enduring racial divisions. Neither Mr. Fenty nor Mr. Gray seemed particularly eager to discuss those during a debate last week ...
Sat Sep 04 23:00:00 -0500 2010
SCHOOL BOARD elections tend not to attract a lot of attention; other contests are seen as more exciting or significant. But this year in Montgomery County, the impending retirement of Schools Superintendent Jerry D. Weast underscores the importance of choosing carefully a board that -- by selecting...
Sat Sep 04 23:00:00 -0500 2010
DEPENDING ON where you live, your children have already started or will soon start school. Much to your relief, no doubt. What should make you uneasy is that the child-care center or school you send them to might not be prepared for an emergency. According to a report from Save the Children, far too...
Sat Sep 04 23:00:00 -0500 2010