Thousands of ‘No Kings Day’ marches today draw anti-Trump, anti-Iran war … Construction made getting to ATX NO KINGS challenging Lot’s of great people here: Dazed by years of autocratic rule afoul of our Constitutional rights Peaceful protests Overheard -“I only came out of the closet to make room for more guns” – Vet [trans] Well organized and powerful RIGHTEOUS…
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WORLD KITCHEN HELPS FEDERAL WORKERS
You can donate to help feed Federal workers on this link During government shutdowns, the nonprofit World Central Kitchen (WCK) provides free meals to furloughed or unpaid federal workers and their families, primarily in the Washington, D.C., area. The ongoing initiative, known as #ChefsForFeds, reactivates whenever federal workers are affected by a government closure. “As the federal government shutdown continues to impact…
Read MoreOur Democracy, Our Republic, Our Oaths
I do solemnly swear (or affirm) that I will support and defend the Constitution of the United States against all enemies, foreign and domestic; that I will bear true faith and allegiance to the same; that I take this obligation freely, without any mental reservation or purpose of evasion; and that I will well and faithfully discharge the duties of…
Read MoreFormer first lady Rosalynn Carter dies at 96
Former first lady Rosalynn Carter dies at 96 “Rosalynn was my equal partner in everything I ever accomplished,” -Jimmy Carter. “She gave me wise guidance and encouragement when I needed it. As long as Rosalynn was in the world, I always knew somebody loved and supported me.” Eleanor Rosalynn Carter (/ˈroʊzəlɪn/ ROH-zə-lin; née Smith; August 18, 1927 – November 19, 2023) was an American…
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