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Author: Joyce O’Day
Progressives Must Compromise On The Reconciliation Bill
Voters need to experience the benefits of progressive policies before the 2022 election. We cannot afford to wait. The sooner the progressive agenda is enacted, the sooner voters can reap the benefits. In the 2022 election, voters must clearly see the choice between the “do nothing but prohibit abortion” Republicans and the “Build Back Better” … Continue reading Progressives Must Compromise On The Reconciliation Bill
Who’s Ready to Promote Medium’s New Referral Program?
Photo and “artwork” produced by the author (Joyce O’Day). Will this novel marketing move drive up membership or lead to the decline of the platform? I recently read the provocative article This Feels Very MLM by Emory Ann published in Feedium. Like Emory and most of her respondents, I was disappointed to see Medium sink to … Continue reading Who’s Ready to Promote Medium’s New Referral Program?
What Is The Problem With The Reconciliation Bill?
Why can’t the Democrats agree on a bill that will bring needed social benefits to the American public? President Biden’s “Build Back Better” initiative has stalled. The sizable and influential progressive wing of the Democratic Party is holding strong on their convictions - fair enough. However, the nation is losing patience and, perhaps worse, losing … Continue reading What Is The Problem With The Reconciliation Bill?
The Danger of Casual Antisemitism
Casual racism of any kind becomes an excuse for violent racists to take action. Photo of a gold Star of David necklace on a blue background by author (Joyce O’Day) The Great Awakening of Racism The last five years have witnessed a marked increase in racism of all varieties: Black, Latino, Muslim, Asian, and Antisemitism. … Continue reading The Danger of Casual Antisemitism
U.S. Imperialism Caused the 9/11 Tragedy
An ironic chain of events directly links the 1953 CIA-sponsored overthrow of the Mossadegh government in Iran to the collapse of the Twin Towers in 2001. Follow the links on the chain of events that led to our own destruction. 1953: The United States helps overthrow Muhammad Mossadegh, the democratically elected Prime Minister of Iran, … Continue reading U.S. Imperialism Caused the 9/11 Tragedy
Las Vegas: Home to the Most Ignorant Mayor in the United States
Photo by author For weeks, Mayor Carolyn Goodman has advocated reopening casinos for business! During the 11:00 hour today on CNN, Mayor Goodman called Anderson Cooper an alarmist when he pointed out the dangers of opening up Las Vegas casinos to tourists and locals alike. Our city — like so many others — is paralyzed by the Coronavirus crisis. … Continue reading Las Vegas: Home to the Most Ignorant Mayor in the United States
Document Your Family’s History
Don't wait until it is too late; reach out to your extended family today and document their stories!We have all said it at some point, “I wish I could have one last conversation with mom, or grandpa, or Auntie Anne.” As many times as we have heard the same story , what we would give to hear … Continue reading Document Your Family’s History
Facing My White Privilege
Watercolor painting of the author as a teen by artist Michael Joseph. People of color have been incarcerated for the same activities that resulted in little or no repercussions for me and my white friends. The Night My White Privilege Slapped Me in the Face My last MRI was scheduled for 8:00pm — a time when the facility was virtually … Continue reading Facing My White Privilege
Swedish Death Cleaning For Beginners
Relax! This is about organizing your stuff and not about funeral rites!The concept of döstädning (death cleaning) was popularized in Margareta Magnusson’s 118-page book The Gentle Art of Swedish Death Cleaning: How to free yourself and your family from a lifetime of clutter, published in 2018. For individuals over 60, now is the time to finally … Continue reading Swedish Death Cleaning For Beginners
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