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Why Teachers Are Walking Out

The author links teacher walkouts to the #metoo movement. He may have a point. Read on… https://wp.me/p7eF2i-2Z Continue reading Why Teachers Are Walking Out

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Book report: The “good old days” weren’t all that great for women

Frequently we hear folks of a certain age bemoaning progress and the passage of time. They wish for bygone days … Continue reading Book report: The “good old days” weren’t all that great for women

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Book Report: Women in war

The Alice Network I told myself I wouldn’t go back to the dark and desperate world of WWII Europe’s deprivations. … Continue reading Book Report: Women in war

Book report: We’ve all come a long way, thanks to Justice Ginsburg
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Book report: We’ve all come a long way, thanks to Justice Ginsburg

Some of her earliest cases defended men against unfair regulations that didn’t acknowledge they too could be primary caregivers of their children or parents.  Or the pregnant woman in the military forced to choose between an abortion or a discharge, neither of which she wanted. Continue reading Book report: We’ve all come a long way, thanks to Justice Ginsburg

Book report: Better late than never
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Book report: Better late than never

“Every woman is a priestess if she loves life and can work magic on herself and those who are sacred to her. It’s time for women to remind themselves of the powers they have inside. The goddess hates to see abilities go to waste, and women waste their abilities far too often.” Continue reading Book report: Better late than never

Book report: Are you ever too old to change?
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Book report: Are you ever too old to change?

Britt-Marie was Here Fredrik Backman Once again, Swedish author, Fredrik Backman introduces us to a rather cranky, unlikable character and … Continue reading Book report: Are you ever too old to change?

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Book Report: Two books that matter

“She needed most of all, the comfort of people who wanted nothing more than to sit together and talk about books.” Continue reading Book Report: Two books that matter

Book report: Do you really want to know?
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Book report: Do you really want to know?

On its surface, this is a coming of age story. It’s told in the lively and distinct voices of three … Continue reading Book report: Do you really want to know?

Book report: What will the neighbors say?
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Book report: What will the neighbors say?

Fannie Flagg never fails to find humor and wisdom in everyday life and I am never disappointed when I pick … Continue reading Book report: What will the neighbors say?

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