RELATIONS

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Today, I'm reflecting on the complexity and fragility of relationships, especially in the context of our highly individualized lives.

The juxtaposition of the deep connection I share with my friend and the geographic distance that has grown between us highlights a poignant reality: Our connection is both incredibly precious and can be easily strained by distance.

SEMPER BUGS

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On this date, 27 July 1940 – Bugs Bunny made his official debut in the Warner Bros. animated cartoon film “A Wild Hare.”
 

DONE WITH DON

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IT IS OKAY TO LEAVE MAGA TODAY AND CHOOSE THE WINNING WAY.

WHEN THE GOP OFFERS A BLEAK FUTURE, IT'S OKAY TO CHANGE PARTY AFFILIATION.

https://leavingmaga.org/

Dear MAGA Americans, 

I was a devoted member of MAGA nation for seven years; it made me feel I was part of something important: a movement that was trying to save American democracy.

TICK TOCK

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Time is almost up if you want to register and vote by mail or to cast absentee ballots for the November 5 Election Day in #USA

Only 99 days before Election Day. In previous elections, hundreds of thousands of mail-in ballots were reportedly left uncounted and discarded because they were received after mail-in voting deadlines, which all vary by state.

Some states like California allow you to check with the Registrar of Voters online to verify both if a ballot has been issued and if it was received to help prevent voting errors.

BLUE FLORIDA

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While Governor Ron Desanti's woke plans are dismantled by a Florida judge, there’s local frustration with GOP’s DJT and JDV.

The political landscape is shifting in some interesting ways. Governor Ron DeSantis's "woke" agenda facing legal challenges could be a major setback for him and his allies in Florida, creating some tension among local GOP figures who were hoping for a stronger pushback against progressive policies. Residents at The Villages say there’s no sunshine till they’re gone!

SUMMER OLYMPICS

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The Opening Ceremonies for the Paris 2024 Summer Olympic Games were nothing short of spectacular, embracing the City of Lights with grandeur and charm.

Simone Biles, becomes the most decorated Olympics Gymnast in American History With Simone leading the way.

The highlight of the night came with the ascent of the Olympic cauldron, which was carried aloft in a balloon above the Seine River—a striking image that captured the essence of Paris.

SHOULD TRUMP STEP DOWN?

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Should Trump step down for lying to the American people about the bullet striking him and for his mental decline and competency? 

Christopher Wray, Director of the FBI spoke before the House Judiciary Committee this week about the assassination attempt against Trump.

BLUES ROCK JAZZ

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Did you know which one of Jethro Tull’s Lon playing albums was inspired by Monty Python: Tongue in cheek and good humor?

Rock and roll can still be tongue-in-cheek when it wants to, and even among the most gifted musicians in the world, Jethro Tull wasn’t afraid to pull from Monty Python on albums like Thick as a Brick.

THE LONGEST DRIVE

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Speaking from previous experiences I do not recommend driving this entire route because I have been there and it may be unsafe.

The World's Longest Road Stretches 19,000 Miles Across Two Continents.  How to Drive It and make sure you have life insurance  Here’s everything you need to know about the Pan-American Highway, the world’s longest road.

POTUS LIVE

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POTUS Joe  Biden Addressed our Nation live on his Decision to Drop Out of the 2024 Race and endorse VP Kamala Harris.

President Biden addressed the nation on his decision to drop out of the 2024 race for the White House

President Biden’s speech conveyed a concern for how he would be remembered.