Growing Wiser

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Getting older does not always have to be a drag. There are many benefits to being a senior citizen. For example, going out for chow.

If you don’t feel like cooking be sure to turn to these places for good senior dining deals. From fast food to steak restaurants, this compiled restaurant list will definitely help you make your choice.  

Keep in mind that deals may vary at participating locations and can change without notice.  

Passover Memories

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As I rub the mezuzah on my front door, it reminds me of an annual holiday. This object is actually a piece of parchment, called a Klaf, with specific verses from the Torah that is then placed inside a mezuzah case, which is then affixed to the doorposts of a Jewish home. The mitzvah (commandment) of the mezuzah is one of the core practices of Jews across religious observance and belief.

NYPD Qualified Immunity Ends

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New York City has become the first major USA metropolis to end qualified immunity for the NYPD massive 56K member force.

Qualified immunity protects a government official from lawsuits alleging that he, or she violated a plaintiff's rights, only allowing suits where officials violated a “clearly established” statutory or constitutional right.

For The People Act

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To save Democracy #HR1 also known as #ForThePeopleAct must become the law of the land before the next national election.

H.R.1 - 117th Congress (2021-2022): For the People Act of 2021 | Congress.gov | Library of Congress

The For the People Act is a bill in the United States Congress to expand voting rights, change campaign finance laws to reduce the influence of money in politics, limit partisan gerrymandering, and create new ethics rules for federal officeholders.

Meet The Press Corps

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After 65 Days working, no golf, or watching TV inside The White House, POTUS Joe Biden took questions from the press corps.

President Biden is now setting a new goal by promising that 200 million shots will be available in our arms by his 100 days in office.

Not a single question was asked about the most important story of the year, instead, journalists asked President Biden at about the surge of migrants at the U.S.-Mexico border.

Global Crosstown Traffic Jam

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There is a jumbo traffic jam on the Suez Canal A giant container ship blocks one of the most important highways of global trade.

The Suez Canal is a human-made waterway that cuts north-south across the Isthmus of Suez in Egypt. It connects the Mediterranean Sea to the Red Sea, making it the shortest maritime route to Asia from Europe. Since its completion in 1869, it has become one of the world’s most heavily used shipping lanes.

The USA Needs Border Parole

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The USA border has always attracted folks like me from all over the world. Immigration is a worldwide dilemma where everyone on earth apparently wants to come to America. 

American Carnage

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In less than a week, 18 people have been killed during two mass shootings by 21-year-old men who recently purchased weapons. The suspect in the latest shooting killed 10 in Colorado is now sitting in county jail and charged with 10 counts of first-degree murder.

Spring Outbreak

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So far, the City of Fort Lauderdale is enjoying much calmer crowds than its southern neighbor Miami Beach but how long will it take?

Despite public health guidelines and local ordinances warning against gathering in large groups due to the ongoing #COVID19, thousands of young folks are gathering in large crowds on Miami Beach for spring break.

These wild celebrations are making experts fear the worst ever Super-spreader event that many have deadly consequences.

Where Are You?

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While serving as a Government Manager 15-10 Washington, DC I used to work next to the NARA. This place is absolutely amazing.

The National Archives and Records Administration is an independent agency of the federal government charged with the preservation and documentation of government and historical records. It is also tasked with increasing public access to those documents which make up the National Archives.