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Stop calling accidents “accidents”

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The tragic Bronx Zoo crash this past week has been declared “accidental.” As devastating as this wreck is, perhaps we should start considering calling most accidents something other than “accidents.” Like you, I am tired of standing in the middle … Continue reading

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I did not love The Hunger Games

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This is not a review. I saw The Hunger Games. I had read the book some months ago. Although they were well-written and nicely captured the desperation, I did not love either. It took me a long time to finish … Continue reading

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Driving is not a fucking game

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If the sun was in your eyes, perhaps you shouldn’t have been driving 35 in a 25mph zone. You should be glad you only caused a family’s minivan to roll over onto its roof by clipping its tail instead of … Continue reading

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Retirement Heist by Ellen Schultz

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If you’re not rich or in politics, Wall Street is not your friend. You would think this is obvious, but somehow people keep voting against their self-interest. Wall Street does not have the best interests of the public and their … Continue reading

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Field of Schemes by Neil deMause and Joanna Cagan

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Continuing along the lines of politicians inappropriately subsidizing greedy, wealthy people and corporations at the expense of essential public services, please take a look at Field of Schemes: How the Great Stadium Swindle Turns Public Money into Private Profit, written … Continue reading

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