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Author Archives: Marty Ryan
The big Vail fire
It was one of the strangest experiences in my life. I awoke for no obvious reason. Looking toward the window, I managed to believe that I ended up in the middle of the sun. The sky was the brightest orange … Continue reading
This is bad: I know it!
In the year 2525, if man is still alive, will there be archeologists? Tire tracks on the Trestle-to-Trestle recreational trail had me wondering, today. Will futuristic artifacts reveal that giant animals with feet consisting of rubberized synthetic material were out … Continue reading
Everyday People
I am no better and neither are you We are the same, whatever we do You love me, you hate me, you know me and then You can’t figure out the bag I’m in I am everyday people Sly Stone, … Continue reading
Poverty vs. Poor
Johanna Scanlon has been on my mind, lately. I’ve been thinking of her because I have been diagnosed with osteopenia, “a condition characterized by lower-than-normal bone density, which can increase the risk of fractures and may progress to osteoporosis if … Continue reading
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Tagged Johanna Scanlon, osteopenia, osteoporosis, Poor, Poverty, Wayne Ford, Willard Mitt Romney
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The rest of the story
Almost any curmudgeon from the previous century has heard Paul Harvey say, “And now you know — the rest of the story.” Let’s hear the rest of the story. State Republican representatives are flaunting an initiative this year with a serious … Continue reading
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Tagged Buck v. Davis, Iowa crime rate, Iryna Zarutska, Murder rate, Paul Harvey, Rep. Steven Holt, risk assessment, Sarah Fortinsky
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What are you afraid of?
As technology advances, law enforcement agencies seek innovative methods of utilizing newfound technology in the name of public safety. However, any legislative proposal that would change public access to the information acquired through those methods are met with strong opposition. … Continue reading