Monthly Archives: January 2017

Saturday Open Thread

Posted on January 21, 2017 by rikyrah

Music from Performances at the Obama White House:    

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Barack & Michelle Obama Bid Farewell to the White House

Posted on January 20, 2017 by rikyrah

Barack and Michelle Obama wave goodbye to Washington Please feel free to post any photos, from today, that you can gather of Barack & Michelle . Thanks!

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Friday Open Thread | Thank You, President Barack Obama

Posted on January 20, 2017 by rikyrah

To the 44th President of the United States, Barack Hussein Obama II… Dear President Obama, As the close of your 8 years is upon us, I find it so hard to write this post. I remember watching your speech in … Continue reading →

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Executive Branch Criminal Activities By Presidential Administration

Posted on January 19, 2017 by SouthernGirl2

During President Obama’s 8 years in office, not one administration official was indicted. No Drama Obama

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For those of you protesting this week, here’s a helpful hints guide

Posted on January 19, 2017 by rikyrah

Here is a post from Balloon Juice giving helpful hints about protesting, and safety precautions that you might consider taking. Peaceful Assembly and Personal Security – Re-upped by Adam L Silvermanat 11:05 am on January 15, 2017 I know a … Continue reading →

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Thursday Open Thread | First Lady Michelle Obama

Posted on January 19, 2017 by rikyrah

President Obama: Michelle, for the past twenty-five years, you’ve been not only my wife and mother of my children, but my best friend. ….you made the White House a place that belongs to everybody. You have made me proud, and … Continue reading →

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Betsy DeVos, Trump’s Pick for Education Secretary, Won’t Rule Out Defunding Public Schools

Posted on January 18, 2017 by rikyrah

Betsy DeVos, Trump’s Pick for Education Secretary, Won’t Rule Out Defunding Public Schools by Emma Margolin Betsy DeVos, President-elect Donald Trump’s pick to lead the Department of Education, faced tough questions on Tuesday from Democratic lawmakers at her charged confirmation … Continue reading →

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Trump: The Kremlin Candidate?

Posted on January 18, 2017 by SouthernGirl2

Hat tip: Eliihass In the week of the new President’s inauguration, Panorama reports on Russia’s role in Donald Trump’s election victory and asks what’s behind the relationship between Vladimir Putin and Trump. Reporter John Sweeney – who has met and … Continue reading →

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Wednesday Open Thread | The Bromance of POTUS and Joey B

Posted on January 18, 2017 by rikyrah

Our President and Vice President are more than coworkers – they are friends who respect one another and love one another. It comes forth in their interactions.  

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Continuing the fight for Obamacare…a Call List…

Posted on January 17, 2017 by rikyrah

Found this on Facebook: From Friends: For those worried about ACA coverage for themselves and their families. Senator Elizabeth Warren’s office said they are being flooded with calls, as are the offices of Speaker Ryan and McConnell. Senator Warren’s staff … Continue reading →

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