“What’s For Work?” New Platform Empowers Women

“What’s For Work?” New Platform Empowers Women

Teri Hockett (What's For Work)

Mother's Day was just last week and it's a constant reminder to us of what we do every day in the form of multi-tasking. We run the household budget, carpool the kids, shop for dinner, do the dishes, take care of the laundry, and all the glorious … [Read more...]

Really? Liberal Activist Groups Boycott Facebook [Video]

Really? Liberal Activist Groups Boycott Facebook [Video]

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I read in the San Jose Business Journal about progressive groups boycotting Facebook. It peaked my interest so I looked into what was going on. It seems the drama is about "Forward US", a diverse group of leading innovators, job creators, business … [Read more...]

LA Dodger Matt Kemp’s Compassion to Cancer Stricken Boy

LA Dodger Matt Kemp’s Compassion to Cancer Stricken Boy

Matt Kemp

With Mother's Day approaching, I am reflective and grateful for the wonderful gift that I have in my teenage son. Some days are more trying than others with a teenager and this week was no different.  My worries about my boy, his sassy behavior, … [Read more...]

Star Wars Day, KY Derby & 43rd Anniversary of Kent State Shootings

Star Wars Day, KY Derby & 43rd Anniversary of Kent State Shootings

McCarthy-May4thBeWithYou

Facebook provides endless opportunities to learn something you didn't know - even about today. This morning, I woke up at 8:30 A.M. and looked at my email and Facebook news feed. I found three things which make this particular May 4th unique: The … [Read more...]

Women’s Groups Trashing Obama on Morning After Pill

Women’s Groups Trashing Obama on Morning After Pill

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In a strange twist, the "War on Women" has hit a crescendo - and this time its against President Barack Obama.  Women's health groups are challenging the Obama Administration for the Justice Department's decision to appeal the "morning after" … [Read more...]

Is Bashing Bush Classless or Just Free Speech?

Is Bashing Bush Classless or Just Free Speech?

grand lake marquis

They say that a picture is worth 1,000 words and in this case, it is. Bush bashing is nothing new but I really thought this marquee at the Grand Lake Theater in the heart of Oakland, California, near Lake Merritt, was over the top. The Grand Lake … [Read more...]

Personal Reflections on George W. Bush

Personal Reflections on George W. Bush

GWB photo

I served from 2002-2006 as a member of George W. Bush's Administration. Because of this, I am completely biased in my opinion. However, I believe that sharing my perspective on events I personally saw might lend clarity to those who saw the Bush 43 … [Read more...]

Women’s Heart Health – ‘Just A Little Heart Attack’ [Video]

Women’s Heart Health – ‘Just A Little Heart Attack’ [Video]

Go Red for Women

Each year, the American Heart Association has luncheons around the country for their "Go Red For Women" campaign, with the theme - "For Women. By Women. It's time to GO RED." This past week, I attended their fundraising and awareness luncheon in … [Read more...]

Politics, Neighbors and Sports Rivalries in Wake of Boston Bombing

Politics, Neighbors and Sports Rivalries in Wake of Boston Bombing

NYY-Boston Meme

The day after a horrific attack on American soil is always a day of sadness and reflection.  We often feel helpless and out of control, our spirits dashed in the wake of such acts of violence. All of us tend to view the happenings of the day … [Read more...]

Former Speaker Pelosi: Gaffe or Democrat Reality?

Former Speaker Pelosi: Gaffe or Democrat Reality?

Pelosi characture

Former U.S. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) spoke this past weekend at the California Democrat Party Convention. She addressed issues like the President's budget, gun control and a new deal that has been reached for agriculture workers as part … [Read more...]