When you think of democracy in America, you probably think of those dudes in their powdered wigs striking a pose at Independence Hall, or — more modernly — people standing on line for five hours just to cast a vote. You probably don’t think of the U.S. Post Office — no, that’s Cliff on “Cheers” or “Seinfeld’s” Newman, avatars for what too many view as America’s oddest job.Maybe … [Read more...] about Destroy the Post Office and you destroy democracy. Maybe that’s Trump’s plan?
Settling In
by Barry Berman What’s the opposite of “exile?” “Inile?” Whatever the state we are in, I’m already noticing stages from the beginning (about a month ago) to today. We are settling in. There’s now a normalcy to our common predicament. And, while we still may be frightened, nervous and uncertain, the shock is wearing off and we are developing routines. Shopping … [Read more...] about Settling In
COVID 19 TASK FARCE (Cartoon)
Oklahoma City Bombing 25th Anniversary
19 April 2020 is the 25th anniversary of the Oklahoma City Bombing. I witnessed some of the behind-the-scenes relief activities that were in response to the bombing. On 19 April 1995, I was a part-time employee of the Salvation Army's social services center in Tulsa, Oklahoma. The social services director was Jon Wallace, LCSW. His immediate superior was SA Major Glenn … [Read more...] about Oklahoma City Bombing 25th Anniversary
Margaret Rutherford biography captures the famed actor’s eccentric, endearing character
Review by Doug Gibson I absolutely adore the acting skills and personality of the late Dame Margaret Rutherford, who for nearly three decades was a major star in Great Britain, as popular there as May Robson was in the United States, or Kathy Bates, to use a more recent comparison. Her face was unique, both angular and broad, with jutting chin, iconic during the middle of … [Read more...] about Margaret Rutherford biography captures the famed actor’s eccentric, endearing character
Mistaking Secession for Cessation
Washington Post: Rallies against stay-at-home orders grow as Trump sides with protesters — Protesters at state capitols across the country this week expressed their deep frustration with the stay-at-home orders that are meant to stem the spread of the novel coronavirus, pushing a message that is rapidly coalescing among … It isn't often that you see actual lemmings … [Read more...] about Mistaking Secession for Cessation
Protest Masks
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Global virus deaths pass 150,000 as Trump endorses lockdown protests
Washington (AFP) - Coronavirus deaths have surged past 150,000 worldwide with nearly a quarter of them in the United States, where President Donald Trump lent his support to protesters rallying against lockdown orders.Evidence is mounting that social distancing successfully slowed the pandemic after more than half of humanity -- 4.5 billion people -- were confined to their … [Read more...] about Global virus deaths pass 150,000 as Trump endorses lockdown protests
CRAFT the Right SEEDS for Your Emotional Wellbeing
Can you think of anything that you disturb and harm yourself with more than your persistent negativity? Negativity eradicates whatever energy you've got left while sheltering-at-home. It diverts indispensable attention that you need to even hope to achieve goals that you have (you DO have goals, right?). And, of course, it weakens your overall morale. Oh, and your gray sky, … [Read more...] about CRAFT the Right SEEDS for Your Emotional Wellbeing
Crisis Management and the Corona Virus
The United States has gone through national crises before. In these previous crises there is a similar four stage pattern of crisis management: Stage 1- Denial; Stage 2- Confusion; Stage 3- Resolve; and Stage 4- Onward to Victory. In this essay a past crisis, WWII, is used as an example demonstration of our usual four stage crisis management pattern, and as a comparison to our … [Read more...] about Crisis Management and the Corona Virus
Trump calls to “liberate” some (Democratic) states that have coronavirus lockdowns
Shortly after a Fox News segment aired on protests by conservatives in states with Democratic governors that are on lockdown, Donald Trump issued what some say is a call for people to "resist" lockdown in three states that somehow coincidentally have Democratic governors. Was it mere polemics? Or another effort to polarize America and trigger his base into a fight or flight … [Read more...] about Trump calls to “liberate” some (Democratic) states that have coronavirus lockdowns
JAWS 45 (Cartoon)
Industry 4.0 Brings More Control to Compressed Air
Industry 4.0 presents manufacturers with near-countless new benefits. Like previous industrial revolutions, it's both improving manufacturing and introducing an entirely new way of doing things. The factory of tomorrow will be a connected one, bringing the Internet of Things (IoT) to everything, including air compressors. It's clear how Industry 4.0 can improve machines like … [Read more...] about Industry 4.0 Brings More Control to Compressed Air
The Stable Genius and the Corona Virus
There are a large number of Americans who view President Trump as the avatar of the truth in our nation. What he says is like the word of God and should be accepted by all. This is unfortunate for the country, since his leadership has resulted in the complete mishandling of the corona virus outbreak. But Trump’s followers either do not follow him closely or are partially deaf, … [Read more...] about The Stable Genius and the Corona Virus
UN says 1.5 billion children face severe damage from Covid-19 measures
President Donald Trump’s attacks on the World Health Organization and the United Nations are particularly graceless amid loud alarm bells about the damage Covid-19 is inflicting on more than 1.5 billion children and youth around the world. UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres raised a new alert today to protect children from more damage by Covid-19 pandemic measures … [Read more...] about UN says 1.5 billion children face severe damage from Covid-19 measures
SIX REASONS WHY UNCLE JOE IS WELL POSITIONED TO TOPPLE TRUMP
Democrats have entered the hand-wringing phase of the election season, fretting about Joe Biden and poised to leap from their windows. I’ve been around this game long enough to tell you that this happens every time with every nominee. Everyone needs to chill. We’re all stuck at home anyway, so there’s no reason not to. Assuming that the November balloting takes place (it’s … [Read more...] about SIX REASONS WHY UNCLE JOE IS WELL POSITIONED TO TOPPLE TRUMP
The Evolving Saga of the USS Theodore Roosevelt
This is how it all started: January 17: USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71, or TR), a Nimitz-class nuclear-powered aircraft carrier, departs Naval Base San Diego with 4,865 sailors aboard and Capt. Brett Crozier in command. TR sails in company with its strike group on a deployment to the western Pacific region This is where the story stood, in human terms, on April … [Read more...] about The Evolving Saga of the USS Theodore Roosevelt
Trump to ease lockdown, saying virus cases have ‘passed peak’
Washington (AFP) - President Donald Trump vowed to unveil plans Thursday to reopen the world's top economy, following cautious moves in Europe, claiming the US had "passed the peak" of the coronavirus crisis despite a record daily death toll.Since emerging in China late last year, the pandemic has turned the world upside down, forcing half of humanity indoors and catapulting … [Read more...] about Trump to ease lockdown, saying virus cases have ‘passed peak’
Helping Children’s Emotions Through COVID19
On Tuesday, September 11, 2001 the nation was shocked by the news of a terrorist attack on the United States. Two airliners crashed into the World Trade Center and one struck the Pentagon. At the site of the World Trade Center in New York City, 2, 753 people were killed. On Monday, January 21, 2020, the first case of COVID-19 was confirmed in the United States. As of April … [Read more...] about Helping Children’s Emotions Through COVID19
King Donald (Mike Peters Guest Cartoon)
Mike Peters is recognized as one of our nation’s most prominent cartoon artists for his outstanding work as both a political and comic strip cartoonist. His favorite expression “WHAT A HOOT” certainly sums up his outlook on his life and work which are inexorably entwined. Mike’s warm, easygoing and zany demeanor is evidence that his personality matches his creative talents. As … [Read more...] about King Donald (Mike Peters Guest Cartoon)