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Who will win in Idaho?

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“Who do you think will win Iowa?” I asked Stan as he replaced the starter on my old beater. Stan watches all those cable TV shows about politics all day long at his garage, so I knew he’d have an informed opinion. It’s a well-known fact that the more TV you watch, the smarter you become.

“Oh, I don’t know,” he said, “I guess it depends on what the people in Boise decide to do.”

“Boise? What has Boise got to do with it?” I asked.

Delectably Czech all year 'round

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It may not be Polka Fest time but great Czech food is year ‘round. And besides, if you have to have an excuse to indulge, the Czech Music Fest is coming up, so there you have it.

These dishes really do make you think of the delicious food available at the halls during Polka Fest; that’s true. But the recipes here are so simple, even someone like me can at least attempt them.

Much ado about what?

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The news cycle currently focuses on impeachment when other crises exist.

We know that Donald J. Trump has been impeached. For two weeks now, no other business can be done in the Senate while the trial drags on. For the 17 people still watching, you are no doubt entertained. Everyone else has long-since formed an opinion one way or the other and have moved on. It’s a big fuss over a trifle. But are you aware there are other things going on in the world?

Tommy

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When I walked through the back door, I saw a box in the center of the room through which I must pass in order to reach my office.

Everyone was watching for my reaction.

The box declared that it contained a microwave.

“What’s a microwave doing in the center of the floor?” I asked, wondering if it was a ritual, or a reminder that we needed a new one.

“It’s not a microwave. It’s a kitten.”

The only thing worse than having your children say, “We found this kitten—can we keep it?” is for your staff to say, “We found this kitten…”

Who'll get the Democratic nod?

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Over the weekend The New York Times published the results of a poll reflecting the percentage of Iowa voters and who they would select as the Democratic Party candidate for the U.S. Presidency. The hopefuls have dwindled from a list of over 25 to a dozen.

Starting July 13 and culminating July 16 in Milwaukee, a group of 3,979 delegates will choose the party’s nomination for President. It requires 1,990 delegate votes to be placed on the national ballot for Tuesday, Nov. 3.

In support of Joe Gallo

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Dear Editor,

Joe Gallo is by far the most qualified man running for Judge of Ellis County Court at Law #3. He majored in Criminal Justice in college and emphasized Criminal Law in law school. His entire career has focused on Criminal Law. He has served as Ellis County Assistant County and District Attorney, Navarro County Assistant Criminal District Attorney, Municipal Judge for the City of Waxahachie and private practice as a Criminal Law Attorney. This new court will be all criminal law cases. He has a depth of experience that no one else can touch!

It's tax season somewhere

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Sometimes, I wonder how they pay their taxes in different countries.

Fear of not being in control

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Not being in control is an uncomfortable feeling for many. If left unchecked or is ungoverned, it can lead to crippling fears of certain situations.

My brain works very differently

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I have a technician’s brain. In the Navy, I worked on advanced electronics. Now, there is a big difference between an electrical engineer and an electronics technician.

World War III, the war yet to happen

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The story goes that a young man who was watching his flock of sheep outside of town, thought it funny to cry “wolf” and laugh and laugh as the town folk rushed to his aid to fight an imaginary foe. Crying out so often, town folk became slower and slower and fewer and fewer until finally they didn’t respond at all.