The 2010 census is getting under way. Some folks see it as a vital mechanism for getting resources to the places they're needed. Others see it as an intrusion. What about you? Or if you have other topics to address, consider this Wednesday's loose thread...
There's a nice conversation under way under yesterday's post (originally headlined "Show of hands, please") about the 2010 census. So I've renamed it "2010 census" and I'll keep it running near the top of the blog as long as the topic continues to sustain interest…
I may have raised this issue here before, but I'm always interested in hearing thoughts about it. It came up yesterday when I had a chance to chat informally with a man who is running for a judicial office. Candidates for the bench generally refrain…
I had a tech meltdown last night. It made me want to blow up every computer or digital device in my path. Fortunately for a dinosaur like me, I'm surrounded in the workplace by young whizzes who can talk me through these challenging moments. Speaking…
This is really Monday's loose thread, so post away with whatever is on your mind. Here's what's on mine:Washington's high school students face a new proficiency test this week, one that replaces the controversial WASL. It's interesting to hear Superintendent of Public Instruction Randy Dorn…
I'll be off next week. Found this video uplifting. Maybe you will, too.Be nice to each other.
Remember to move your clocks forward on Saturday night. Good riddance to early darkness.New topics here. Themed threads below.
Dang, those Cougs are jinxed.New topics here. Themed threads below.
New thoughts here. Themed threads below.Here comes March Madness. Oh, and I think a basketball tournament is approaching, too.
New thoughts here. Themed threads below.
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I received some good tips on making the blog experience better. Some are technical, and I'll have to consult with smarter people. But the one I can do now is to organize debates with themed blog posts. Below you'll see Health Care Reform, Education and…
Random thoughts here. Themed threads below.A state income tax proposal. Hmm ... let the people decide?
Here is a 10-month report. At least 36 people have taken lethal doses.Could you ever imagine doing this? Are you for it or against it as a law?
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Put your random thoughts here. Note the themed threads below before posting here.Some hockey match, eh?
U.S. Sen. Scott Brown sure went for hero to zero in record time. Now, he's a traitor and a RINO.James Taranto tells conservatives to grow up.If Scott Brown is a RINO, any conservative with an semblance of sanity should drop to his knees and say…
Here's a reader topic:Health Savings Accounts are one way to bend the cost curve in a downward direction. This would lead to lower health insurance rates. The Obamacare plans will get rid of HSAs. What is the Democrat plan to actually lower costs?And another: Once…
Below is a thread that was suggested by a reader. Want to start a thread? Send me an email and I'll consider the topic.garyc@spokesman.com
Got an email from a blog reader who offered the following topics for commentary.How do you feel about?The 20 plus billion dollar price tag of the upcoming census?If the Federal Department of Education bothers you, how do you feel about the Department of Energy? With…
All of this sunshine. It's so disorienting. Comment on topics of the day here.
Knock off the juvenile innuendo and language stuff. It's very simple to ban someone. A lot easier than playing grammar school principal. Discuss the issues. Do not discuss this. Choice is yours.
If conservatives had a problem with the Bush administration, it sure didn't materialize today when Dick Cheney made an appearance at a rally of conservative pooh-bahs."I think 2010 will be a phenomenal year for the conservative cause and I think Barack Obama is a one-term…
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