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Key Takeaways from the 2020 Conventions

I always get interesting questions when during conventions. Each night I get asked: What do you think of the speeches? Which speech was the best of convention? What did you think of Joe, Kamala, Michelle and Barack’s speeches? What is your opinion about President Trump’s speech at the White House in front of a live

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No One is Winning Right Now

Will my unemployment be renewed? What happens when the Paycheck Protection Program money runs out? Why isn’t Congress doing anything? Congress has gone home without reaching a deal with President Trump on a bill to combat the continuing fallout from the pandemic. I try to stay away from over exaggeration in my blog posts, but

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The Giants of the Congress

In the words of Dr. Martin Luther King, we’ve lost a true “drum major for justice.” A giant. Saint. Hero. As the nation mourns the loss of Congressman John Lewis, I’ve reminisced with many friends about our time on Capitol Hill and sharing memories of Congressman Lewis. When did you meet John Lewis? Do you

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A Public Health Crisis, Economic Crisis and Crisis of Injustice

I’m not sure there are words to describe the moments we find ourselves living through: a public health crisis, an economic crisis, and a crisis of injustice. The horrific murder of George Floyd on May 25 has shocked and stunned all of us. The 8:46 that Officer Chauvin’s knee was on George Floyd’s neck haunts

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Much Needed Humor; COVID #4 Now on The Table

We are in tough times, my friends. Please take care of your physical and mental health. The challenges facing us individually and collectively are scary. To provide a little bit of humor, I am beginning today’s update with Saturday Night Live’s portrayal of Dr. Anthony Fauci. Check out the video: Fauci on SNL COVID #4

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