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“…Both parties accept deficit spending leaving painful debt obligations to people who don’t vote, children and future generations. This is immoral…”

To the Editor:  When did Americans decide it is OK to live comfortably at the expense of their children and future generations?  Parents used to work multiple jobs and sacrifice for their children.  Now Americans make future generations sacrifice for us.     Today’s national debt of $13.3 trillion saddles each new child with over $43,000 worth …

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Shuttle launch as seen by a parachutist

filed under "Just because" Update: Paul from over at Pun Salad gave me a tip: Apparently not the Shuttle. http://www.space.com/imageoftheday/image_of_day_070620.html But still very cool.

Get This Man A Space

Two weeks later and Rep. Peter Schmidt (D-Strafford 4) still has to park in the No Parking Zone when other spaces are available.  Yes, this is a follow up to my earlier post–Peter " No Parking" Schmidt.  Apparently Peter is a real stand up guy.  Veteran.  Works hard.  Always shows up in Concord.  I appreciate …

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Muddle-headed Progressive or closeted conservative teacher with a masterful sense of satire?

I’m not sure WHERE or HOW to label this as it really depends on: how you look at these Letters to the Editor what is "really up with" the author? so I’ve chosen "Just Because". Upon strolling over to Weekend Pundit, Brent had posted this: But what to make of these inane statements in a …

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Well, there were times when he was small that…

I thought my Eldest was a demon on two little legs…but yesterday, he had to just go and prove it. I’m so proud of him – he’s proved me right (ears and all)! Couple more after the jump: