Author: craigshields

I understand that there are people who think that apostrophes are used to form plurals, but the creator of the sign here takes the assault one step further. Are toilets for customers only, or are the toilets out of order? …

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I hate to say something so callous, but maybe when you choose to send your kid to school in a state that ranks 49th out of 50, you deserve exactly what you get. Yes, public high school students in Oklahoma …

When You Choose to Educate Your Kid in Oklahoma, You Run a Considerable Risk Read More »

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From a reader: DHS Secretary Kristi Noem has sent a letter to Harvard informing them that their ability to enroll foreign students at their University has been revoked.   (She wrote) “This administration is holding Harvard accountable for fostering violence, antisemitism, …

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As asserted at left, there are people who know Norway as the country where “the sun never sets.”  And that is true of the northern part of the country in mid-summer. However, most people with elementary school educations understand that …

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To the reader who sent me the meme at left: It’s worth knowing that the Democrats and the Republicans switched ideologies in the early 20th Century. Do yourself a favor and check this out.  

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If I were gay, I’d stay far away from the Deep South in the U.S.  I would think there’s a huge difference in homophobia between Oregon and Mississippi.  

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The words at the left have been said in one form or another by many of the world’s great humanitarians. For instance, Mahatma Gandhi said, “Whatever you do may be insignificant, but it’s very important that you do it.” We …

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To the reader who sent me this: That doesn’t explain why Trump’s approval ratings are so terrible across all major issues. On top of all that, most Americans dislike criminals; it’s just that simple.

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Responding to the reader who sent me this, two questions: Is anyone asking the federal government to fund Pride Month? Has Trump done a single thing to help homeless veterans?

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Every word at left is true, but it’s also correct that passing planet-killing legislation is the only route for congressional Republicans to maintain their seats. If you think these people give a damn about you or your descendants, you’re a …

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