A much deserved honor for Aung San Suu Kyi, leader of Burma's democracy movement, who remains at the mercy of a tyrannical regime. They are currently putting her through another sham trial meant to silence the power of her message of freedom.
AND the latest on the trial: Myanmar Court Delays Suu Kyi Verdict
Friday, July 31, 2009
Thursday, July 30, 2009
Sunday, July 26, 2009
Wednesday, July 22, 2009
Tuesday, July 21, 2009
Monday, July 20, 2009
Sunday, July 19, 2009
Saturday, July 18, 2009
Paper or Plastic? In Seattle, either might cost you
Will Seattlites support continuing a surcharge on disposable grocery bags? The experiment to encourage the use of reusable bags will be on the ballot soon.
Politics | Seattle bag fee on ballot: Would it change our habits? | Seattle Times Newspaper
Politics | Seattle bag fee on ballot: Would it change our habits? | Seattle Times Newspaper
Thursday, July 16, 2009
Wednesday, July 15, 2009
Camp Sues Pool Club for Discrimination
Camp Sues Pool Club for Discrimination - CBS News
Pool to Minority Kids: You Can't Swim Here
Suburban Club Accused of Racism For Rescinding Pool Privileges; State to Investigate Actions
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Pool to Minority Kids: You Can't Swim Here
Suburban Club Accused of Racism For Rescinding Pool Privileges; State to Investigate Actions
Watch CBS Videos Online
Tuesday, July 14, 2009
Sotomayor Hearings - Day 2
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Saturday, July 11, 2009
Obama Visits Ghana
There were adoring crowds to meet him. He spoke to their parliament and toured the ruins of an old slave trading fort on the coast. Overall, an amazing trip, one we can hope will pay rich dividends in the future for the U.S. and Africa.Obama, in Ghana, Calls for Good Governance - NYTimes.com
Coverage from AllAfrica.com:
allAfrica.com: Africa: Obama - Ghana Shows Democracy Can Thrive in Africa (Page 1 of 1)
Obama sees Africa's dark past at slave fortress | U.S. | Reuters
Wednesday, July 08, 2009
Tuesday, July 07, 2009
US, Russia reach tentative nuclear-arms deal
Very good news for our world. The previous treaty (START) is due to expire in 6 months. This is an important first step in making our world a safer place. These weapons are too dangerous - and must be carefully monitored, limited, and eventually abolished.
Nation & World | US, Russia nuclear-arms deal a start for broader peace efforts | Seattle Times Newspaper
Nation & World | US, Russia nuclear-arms deal a start for broader peace efforts | Seattle Times Newspaper
Saturday, July 04, 2009
Sarah Palin Says She Will Resign as Alaska Governor
For Democrats, she is the gift that keeps on giving...
Sarah Palin Says She Will Resign as Alaska Governor - NYTimes.com
Sarah Palin Says She Will Resign as Alaska Governor - NYTimes.com
Wednesday, July 01, 2009
Board: Discharge gay NY National Guard officer
Former Army National Guard Lt. Dan Choi, an Arabic-speaking specialist is in the process of being dismissed from the military through the 'Don't Ask, Don't Tell' policy. He served several years in Iraq, but "came out" about his sexual preference in March of 2009.The Associated Press: Board: Discharge gay NY National Guard officer
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