March 22, 2005
by Stephen Pearl
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By – Bill Everman It didn’t happen this way, but it could have: The congressman sat down across from his colleague the senator, brimming with enthusiasm. “I think I’ve got the idea that’s going to get me re-elected! Listen to … Continue reading
March 22, 2005
by Stephen Pearl
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Alright, let me get it off my chest right from the outset. The creepiest thing about the events surrounding Terri Schiavo’s illness and the battle over her guardianship is this… I can’t imagine myself ever dating anyone, let alone raising … Continue reading
March 22, 2005
by Stephen Pearl
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“Well, Steve, I don’t know quite what to say. It sounds like a fantastic offer, and you already know the company well. It’s obvious they want you to stay. All I can say is, as an old professor of mine … Continue reading
March 20, 2005
by Stephen Pearl
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I like writing about “light†subjects. I like to have a good laugh. I really like trying to be witty, eliciting a chuckle every now and then from readers. Of course I miss on occasion and the intended chuckle falls … Continue reading
March 17, 2005
by Stephen Pearl
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“I pledge allegiance, to the flag…” As I drove to work the other morning I was suddenly struck with a subtle irony tucked into recent court battles over the words “under God” in the Pledge of Allegiance. Whether or not … Continue reading
March 17, 2005
by Stephen Pearl
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Strap yourselves in, friends. Mr. NoMoreGreed is about to get judgemental. Our beloved President has just done something that I had hoped for the better part of two years he would not do. It is unfortunately time to call him … Continue reading
March 17, 2005
by Stephen Pearl
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The cyclonic meeting on Friday morning had left me with a mixed feeling of euphoria tinged with nausea. In just three hours I had met my new colleagues, been flattered and flooded with information, and offered a job. It wasn’t … Continue reading
March 9, 2005
by Stephen Pearl
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I really don’t want to bash Upward Basketball this week. I did enough Upward-bashing last month. If you don’t know it by now, I am heavily invested in Upward Basketball. Two out of our three kids play in the local … Continue reading
March 9, 2005
by Stephen Pearl
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My wife, quite rightly, is my single greatest source of accountability in this world. If I elevate myself too highly she’s right there to bring me back down to earth with a quick one-liner or piercing stare. (She’s one of … Continue reading
March 8, 2005
by Stephen Pearl
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It’s official. I am now terrified for the future of our country. My sixth grade son understands economics better than our President, most of Congress, and even the economists advising Congress. Let me take you on a journey to explain … Continue reading