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Words I Never Want to Hear Again

College students were asked to nominate words for the Most Abused category in 2008 - 1000s of nominations flooded the contest HQ. This political cartoon contains many of the top pick all at once; however, I have my own list...

27 comments    education humor english
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Basics of Solar Panels

Powering your life with energy from the sun is clean, efficient and less expensive over time than coal-powered electricity. Today, you can find solar panels in many places - on homes, businesses, and even...

37 comments    technology energy environment
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Who is to blame for the United States of America's financial collapse in 2008?

2008 is ending. And it cannot end any sooner to the (perceived) relief of many Americans. The United States of America, still dubbed and, perhaps, appropriately so as the richest country in the world, is in...

1 comment    finance real estate financial
"Jerry, don't let's ask for the moon. We have the stars."67

Gays, Don’t Let’s Ask For The Moon. We Have The Stars

Just like every other American I watched the election results come in and as I was watching us move forward with great hope by electing Barack Obama I was watching on my laptop to see that gays would be...

1 comment    politics marriage wedding
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Obama Made Changes in America

President Obama Made Change a Reality These are the words President Barack Obama spoke one day prior to his auguration into being the 44th President of the United States of America. He said that the...

13 comments    politics america obama
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Obama's Just A Man, A Good Man, Not The Anti-Christ

Look, I'm not an expert, let's make that clear. Not that I even had to say it, but I wanted to show some humility, which in my humble opinion some people are lacking, as they call our newly elected President,...

121 comments    life politics religion
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The Spirit Of Hope

President Obama was sworn into office on January 20, 2009. For many, this is a momentous occasion. For others, it is a symbol of defeat of a hard fought campaign. For me, Obama's swearing in ends a dark...

4 comments    politics america obama
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Will Barack Obama Turn the US into a Socialist Country?

No, Obama will not turn the U.S. into a socialist country. He is too smart and too ambitious to try such a thing. First of all, he will naturally want to win re-election, and any socialist policies would be...

13 comments    politics america obama
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Inauguration provided much needed PAIN relief

Last Monday I sought and secured an apt with an acupuncturist seeking relief from excruciating leg and back pain.  I’ve had some pain these past months, but Sunday it flared up in a new way--uber...

2 comments    election results veins arteries
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Tips For Enjoying Inauguration Week As America Says Hello To President Obama

  Wondering about all the hype surrounding inauguration week is about?  Well, if you happen to be in Washington DC during the week Obama is sworn in or if you live in the area there will be plenty of...

0 comments    politics obama president obama
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