May an Extreme Month of Weather

May is stuck on strange. Torrential downpours in Texas, leaving it with 8 inches of water, statewide - that is if the state were flat.

The word, "stuck" is the word coined by Jerry Meehl, an expert at the Nation Center for Atmospheric Research. He and other scientists say the jet stream is in a rut. It explains the extremes in Texas - flooding, India - heat wave, Alaska - also a heat wave, and the Middle U.S. - Tornadoes and U.S. East - dought.

What's the weather like in where you live?

Graduation Speeches

I love a good speech and at this time of the year, I have a lot to sample. I enjoyed via TV, President Obama's speech when he was in Watertown, SD. Hillary's little spurt about coloring her hair and not turning white in the White House was funny. George Bush's "And to you C students, you too can be president, was a classic Bush."

Here are some others:

"We all stand as one, no longer just a class." Natalie von Oldenburg

"It is what these diplomas represent that we move on to the next chapter of our lives with confidence." Andrew Bartholet

"A mustang is a living symbol of spirit. Most importantly, thought, a mustang is known to have a heart of gold and, to me, to be a mustang means to embody passion for life and its experiences. "Sara Pleasant

Cwach the Czechs

Sometimes I look around and think, "What can I write about that is unique?" That's when a thought hit me - Tyndall, South Dakota. Well, an article in the Sioux Falls Argus leader spurred the thought. Michelle Cwach, Czech, spoke about a name for their farm.

They researched their family history for a name and found John Cwach farmed in Bohemia. Then in 1867 John, his wife, Mary, and Mathias, son immigrated to America. After a struggling couple of years, they headed to the Dakota Territory. The story goes on that they bypassed Iowa because they wanted rockier ground. (Rocks made good foundations for houses.)

They are still searching for a name for their farm but on the journey they found interesting people in the pages of history.

+History

Smart House

In the Dworsky home, every time Bill or Dorthy, both 80 years old, opens the refrigerator, closes the bathroom door or lifts the lid on a pill container, tiny sensors make notes on a digital logbook.

Phil, their son, checks it daily on his smartphone. If there is no activity within a designated time span, Phil receives an email. "This is peace of mind, really," he says.

I read an article that suggested within the next few years a home will contain upwards of a thousand internet connections - small inexpensive sensors creating a "Smart House."

What part of your house would you like to keep track of?

Who are the Bandidos?

Law-abiding weekend warriors with fast bikes?
Or
Violent, meth-fueled outlaws with a thirst for drugs, guns and violence?

I suppose it's who you ask. The law enforcement of Waco, Texas would probably say the latter. Ask Edward Winterhalder, a former Bandidos and you'll get a different version. "There's no reason for anyone to be in fear of them at all. It was always about having a good time."

James Quinn, a Universtiy of North Texas professor, says this, "I wouldn't classify them as Boy Scouts. But, generally, the public doesn't have much reason to fear them."

Around 70% of them hold regular jobs.
Members are a mix of Anglo and Hispanic.

A Country is Born?

Welcome Liberland to the world and to my spell check. This possible new nation, near Croatia, and Servia is not recognized - yet.  The small, uninhabited patch of land left unclaimed after the breakup of Yugoslavia is the location of the want-to-be country according to Vit Jedlicka, a Czech politician.

But for it to be a nation, some country will have to take it serious. "Wow, I thought someone was making up a story about this," says Ana Juric, 18, from Batina, Croatia, just upriver from Liberland.
"Can they really do that?" Ruza Lukis, 33, store owner from across the Danube.

If recognized it would become the smallest country in the world, being a 3-square-mile state. The formers of this new country are using the "homestead" principle. (The 13 colonies that formed the U.S.A used this principle.)

So far, 300,000 people have applied to become citizens of Liberland.

All sounds interesting. We'll have to wait to see if a baby nation is born. (Hasn't happened since 1948 when Israel was recognized as a nation by President Truman.)

Frustrated Vets

Whether it's Obama blaming Bush or Republicans distancing themselves from the Iraq war, both are discouraging to the Armed Forces that served in the conflict.

"Do-overs don't happen in real life," says Gregory Diacogiannis, 30, who served in Baghdad trying to spot militants laying roadside bombs. "I have trouble with the question itself just because it lends itself to disregarding the sacrifices that have been made." He says that he feels a strong bond to Iraq and considers going back to fight for the country, as it has plunged into chaos since U.S. troops have left.

Thoughts?

The Donald

The Donald

“You’re Fired!” Trump stopped in Sioux City Iowa and blasted everyone. Hillary Clinton for using staged events in Iowa. “It’s a photo op. Oh, Mrs. Clinton, you’re so wonderful,” Trump said.

Jeb Bush whiffed for several days this week about the Iraq war according to Trump.

“I know all of the candidates, and none of them is bringing you to the Promised Land.”

 I listen to the Donald because it’s entertainment. After all, he says that President Obama is creating all this racial tension so he can declare martial law and stay in office.

His most notable statement: “I’ve got a lot of money.”

When a Country at War Doesn’t Feel War

Saudi Arabia hardly feels war’s pinch. That’s the Head Line in the newspaper. Yet war is occurring not far from its border.

In the morning, an elderly woman sits in front of a fan outside her small shop. In the evening, she listens to the radio. She sleeps with the door unlocked. When asked about the war she shrugs. She receives free health care and 267$ a month from the Saudi government. It’s all she needs.

The stories go on and on of this oil-rich nation at war. Celebrations are in the air. But…..

“There are people who are afraid to give their opinion because of the fear that anyone whose opinion is not like that of the governments can be seen as being against the nation,” says Ali al-Hattab. 

Journeying Benedict Arnold’s trail down the Kennebec River

With a 1,100-member expedition, Benedict ventured into the forbidding upper reaches of Maine’s Kennebec River in 1775. They faced, bad weather, no food, illness, deaths and countless other hardships in their attempt to sneak up on their enemy – English troops.

Glen Adams and his son followed this 170-mile river route over a span of 4 years. Of course, they didn’t rough it like the revolutionary soldiers had a couple centuries prior. Unlike Arnolds, faulty maps, Adams had a GPS. (Except in one section where Glen forgot his map and GPS.) Maybe in that circumstance he felt more like the early army. What the Adams crew didn’t have to resort to was eating dog and shoe leather, instead sandwiches, tortilla chips and bottled water was their staples. 

Duggars, More Thoughts

I wrestled with this issue a lot last night. I see the Duggars, not as a family on a reality TV show, but as a real family that could be a neighbor next door.

Chatting with a lady that misunderstood what I posted on Facebook helped me clarify my thoughts. She thought I was defending the actions of Jim Bob Duggar.

I take a different position. I have tried to step into the shoes of a father that learned his teen son committed horrible actions against his sisters. My first instinct would be to protect. I would be wrong if I did that.

I believe there is a bigger issue involved and that is the position of the church. The church has placed forgiveness high on the list of priorities of "what to do." Maybe justice should be placed above forgiveness? Yes, we must forgive but my question is what does forgiveness look like? Is it silence? I think not. I fear the victim's voices were silenced and called forgiveness.

Duggars - My Thoughts

Duggars
I was shocked when I heard the news about the sexual misconduct of Josh Duggar, as you may have been also. I’ve tried to wrap my mind around the issue. Josh is straight forward in his response saying he was horribly wrong and would change it if he could.

The part I wonder about is the actions of the parents. They, upon finding out about the misconduct, alerted the authorities and sent Josh to counseling. But they kept it out of the media. I wonder how the victims felt? Were they asked to quickly forgive and be silent about the sin? It seems so. If I were in their shoes I don’t know what I would have done. Maybe the same. But I think I would have been wrong because to sweep something under the rug is harmful to the victims. I think the Christian community is too quick to say, “I forgive.” We absolutely need to forgive, but it’s a process, a grieving time. To put something in the darkness and tell everyone to forget about it can’t help. Every victim of sexual abuse has something stolen from them. They need to be able to grieve. Maybe that happened in the Duggar family. I hope so.

I also hope the network allows the Duggars to continue. I think they owe it to the viewing community to demonstrate how they worked through this issue. No more pushing it under the rug, please.

Eat & Ride the Train

Great Smoky Mountain Railroad

You get a up-close look at the mountains in western North Carolina by hopping the Nantahala Gorge Excursion Railroad. The 4 ½ hour ride features bluegrass music at the Byson City station while rolling along the Little Tennessee River and enjoying a Southern flair, featuring pot roast and pulled pork BBQ. Wildflowers to the left, trees growing out of granite to your right, all the while clean mountain air fills your nostrils. The train rolls past a canoe, two people wave as you eat your sandwich. A dilapidated shack, then a cabin, followed by a quaint red barn roll past you, followed by green pastures.

All Aboard the Dinner Train

Dinner Train

Essex Clipper Dinner Train

Imagine you on the Essex Clipper Dinner Train as it traverses the lush and lovely Connecticut River Valley. Green surrounds you as blue water flows through the valley.

The Clipper, a 1920’s restored Pullman, powered by a vintage diesel locomotive, rolls along the tracks.

A deer steps from the woods to drink from the river. The animal sharply snaps his head up, his eyes keenly aware of its surrounding.

The waiter, a 1920's look, serves you salad as the train moves into the woods; you finish and view a dwelling high on the hill.

Boats race the train, quickly outrunning it, causing birds to take flight. The train rounds a corner as you enjoy a four-course gourmet meal. A palette of gold, orange and flaming red foliage and green, all come to life in a springtime extravaganza.

Biker Shoot Out

Biker Shoot Out

They knew it might happen and warned of revenge attacks. Motorcycle gangs converged on a popular Texas restaurant. Five rival biker’s gangs turned the place into a blood-soaked crime scene.  They used guns, knives, brass knuckles, clubs at a Twin Peaks Sports Bar and Grill in the central Texas city of Waco.

After the shooting ended, bodies scattered across two parking lots and the restaurant.

It has been reported that motorcycle gangs are now on the move. Waco Police are taking preparations for more violence.

A report on the local news mentioned Sturgis, South Dakota. Many of these motorcycle gangs travel to the Black Hills of South Dakota to have a huge rally. It’s feared that violence may spill over into the Bad Lands of Dakota.

Living in the eastern part of South Dakota, we see the migration of cycles prior to the rally. 

Could Fido Help You Live Longer?

The students at the University of Minnesota say animals are therapists. PAWS, Pet Away Worry and Stress is a program that allows students and faculty to unwind by spending time with animals. Registered therapy dogs, rabbits and even a chicken are available for students to pet and play with.

“We know the connection when people are with animals helps lower their heart rate and their blood pressure … When you’re having fun, it’s hard to be stressed,” says Tanya Bailey, animals-assisted interaction program specialists.

We’ve had pets in the past and I enjoyed them. Well, most of them.  We had a cock-a-too for a little while and that bird hated me and told me so by squawking every time I entered a room.

Do you have a pet?

Google and Diversity

Google and Diversity

Google is making steps towards diversity. Diversity Core is a program in which Google employees contribute one-fifth of their time to initiatives aimed at attracting more women and minorities and creating a welcoming culture for them.

Google says that about 500 employees in 53 offices have taken part in this program.

Nancy Lee, Google Vice President says, “We want all Googlers to care about diversity, not just the leadership or the diverse population. You have to figure out: Where’s the tipping point to changing the culture?

I like diversity. I hate diversity. Let me explain. I enjoy being around a variety of people from all different backgrounds. I experienced it when I was in the Navy and when I worked at a Federal Prison. I’m exposed to so much more.

I hate diversity. Let me explain that as well. When a company hires or transfers a person based on diversity, that company would pick a person based upon his skin color, not based upon his experience or work history. I think that is so wrong.

Sneeziest, Wheeziest Cities in the USA

   

SSneeziest, Wheeziest Cities in the USA

1.      Richmond, VA

2.      Memphis

3.      Oklahoma City

2.      Philadelphia

3.      Chattanooga, Tenn.

4.      Chicago

5.      Detroit

6.      New Haven, Conn.

7.      Allentown, PA

8.       Atlanta

Allergies across America, with Richmond topping the list, becoming the “allergy capital.” Smog and pollen are to blame according to scientists.

In all 109 million Americans are at risk of the bad ozone and high pollen counts. I’m personally not one of the 109 but my wife is. She can have sinus flair ups and get headaches. But when we go to the western part of South Dakota it goes away. We don’t have smog here, but we do have high pollen counts.

Do you suffer from allergies?

Taxis Verses Ubers

Taxis versus Uber

I listened to Gary Karczewski, 65, a Chicago cabbie who inherited his cab business from his father 28 years ago. Gary earned enough to purchase two homes and help send his two daughters to college by driving the equivalent of 80 times around the world. He wants the government to intervene to save his business.

What’s the threat? Uber and other ride-sharing services have lowered the prices. I’m sorry, but I wanted to say boo who to Gary. Why should the government protect a business when businesses should be keeping up with the times? I love it when we can go grass roots. If private individuals want to become a taxi and negotiate the price, I’m all for it. It sounds like a win for the common American. 

Delta Force Deal a Blow to ISIS

Delta Force

Army Delta Force commando flew from Iraq into eastern Syria aboard V-22 Osprey aircraft and Blackhawk helicopters.

At a multi-story building, the Americans met stiff resistance. The terrorist group used women and children as human shield. (Cowards) This resistance included hand-to-hand combat.

Abu Sayyaf was killed. No American casualties.

I’m clapping my hands and saluting our President, Armed Forces and the men who took boots to the battle. The operation struck a significant blow against ISIS. We have possible Intel from their computers.  I’d like to hear more stories like this.

Honey Bee Decline

Honey Bee Decline

Close to 42 percent of honeybee colonies died last year. This according to a survey of 6,000 beekeepers across the United States.

In South Dakota, the loss was 36 percent. In Iowa and Illinois, the loss was 60 percent.

Why are the bees dying? Colony Collapse Disorder is a condition where the bees suddenly leave their hives. Parasites, disease, habitat loss, genetics, poor nutrition and pesticide exposure contribute to the decline.

Besides honey, bees play an important role in the pollination of plants.  If the world loses its honey makers we wouldn’t have money makers – life would not exist. 

Drug Usage Among Teens

Teens under 17 who daily use marijuana are 60 percent less likely to graduate from high school.
…are 18 times more likely to become dependent upon drugs.
…are seven times more likely to attempt suicide.
…are eight times more likely to use other types of drugs.

(Reported in the Lancet Psychiatry)
teenhelp.com reports that 85.8 percent of teens say they know how to get marijuana if they wanted it.

According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, synthetic marijuana sends thousands of Americans, age 12 – 29, to the emergency room each year. (I personally know this because I had to run my son to the ER.)

Encountering the Enemy

Then…
18-year-old U.S. Marine, Norman Baker and the 17-year-old Okinawan schoolgirl, Yoshiko Shimabukuro only knew the enemy from the propaganda they were fed.

Baker’s mind: The Japanese were fanatical, brutal animals with no respect for life.
Shimabukuro’s mind: Americans were long-nosed demons who rained hellfire from the skies before raping and pillaging anything with the worse-than-death fate of crossing their path.

Today…
Japan the United States, the bitterest of enemies during World War II, are now the closest of Allies. 

But for Baker and Shimabukuro, who experienced the darkest of the war, has found it difficult to reconcile. Baker took decades to open up about the experience and Shimabukuro has spent her life telling children of the horrors of her personal battle. She was told, “If the American’s come bite off your tongue and bleed to death.” At one point the fear was so great she asked a friend to kill her. When the Americans did come for her she thought the liquid that was poured on her was gasoline. “They are going to set me afire.” But it was something to kill the maggots. She resisted and hated being captured. “It was the worst shame.” When she heard the war over she wanted to know, “Who won?” She now says, “I do still believe the Americans are a kind people.”

Released Females in Nigeria

300 Nigerian girls and women released from Boko Haram were taken to a refugee camp in the northeast part of the country. This brings the total to 677 released females.

The women had been traveling for three days from the forest where the military rescued the girls. They were being held captive by Boko Haram.

Looking bewildered and in shock, the freed women and children lined up for tea and a stew of baobab leaves.

Lami Musa, 27, was holding her 4-day-old baby. She said that she had been held for five months. Her husband was killed by the terrorist group. Musa’s feet were swollen.

An 8-year-old had a bullet wound. Many were treated for malnutrition.

The outgoing Nigerian President Goodluck Jonathan is hitting the terrorist group hard. “Boko Haram is the big blemish on Jonathan’s legacy, so it’s understandable that he’d want to crack down and score some successes on his way out to improve his record,” a government official says. 

Hen Rental Idea

Phone rings, “Rent the Chicken, this is Jenn.”

“I would like to rent the chicken.” The caller says in between giggles.

In Mount Holly, New Jersey, this is a reality. People want fresh eggs but don’t want the responsibly of raising chickens. Some people rent the chickens as an educational experience for the children.

For $150 a month you can get two hens, a coop and feed. If it doesn’t work out you can return the chickens and coop or if it works out you can adopt the hens.

The site, backyardchickens.com gets about 7,000 daily posts from chicken enthusiasts.

Goat-Sharing in Keani, Alaska

Nigerian Dwarf and Nubian goat dart to claim scattered corn and grain. Julie Wendt co-owns a farm with Paul Vass.

Right now, the herd has seven milking females and supplies the demand from friends and their families.

People buy half of a goat or a quarter of the animal depending on the size. They can take that portion of the milk the animal produces. The buyer is required to help around the farm.

Herd-shared owners can pick up their milk shares when the milk is available, on their assigned day. 

President Obama in South Dakota

I listened to President Obama. He made a stop in Watertown, South Dakota, to give a commencement address at Lake Area Technical Institute. This school is considered one of the top community colleges in the nation.

"We knew he was saving the best for last," said South Dakota Governor Dennis Daugaard ahead of Obama's remarks.

The President was personable, with stories of Lake Area Tech students and personal stories. Obama wasn't on the attack mode. (He was in the republican territory.)

He talked about how he wanted two years of community school as accessible as High School. I enjoyed his speech.

Operation Baby Lift

The Vietnam war ended 40 years ago. The Viet Cong was ascending on Saigon. "Operation Babylift" was authorized by President Gerald Ford in April 1975 prior to the Viet Cong's assault. Thousands of children were saved, many adopted by parents in the United States.

"Operation Babylift is one of the few great things to come from the Vietnam tragedy," says Lana Mae Noone. She adopted two Vietnamese children. One died of pneumonia on the way back to the states.

As I look at the picture of the children looking out of the plane's windows, I wonder what's going through their thoughts. They are being taken out of the only land they know, to a new home, a place that is foreign to them. They had to have anxiety, fear and confusion. I'm happy to read something good that came out of the Viet Nam war - children.

Gaza Kids

"We have to stand in a line and wait our turn to get food, water or even to go to the bathroom," says Liala Kloob. She and her unemployed husband and their six children sleep on cots in a school in the Gaza Strip refugee camp.

"We cannot enjoy anything in these miserable living conditions, especially the kids." These words are said by the inhabitants of the camp.

The UN estimates that 178,000 homes were destroyed in the war. Hamas uses the civilian population and hinders any kind of relief.

New Royalty

It's a princess! Duchess Kate of Cambridge delivered a baby girl at 8:34 a.m. London time.

"Her Royal Highness, the Duchess of Cambridge was safely delivered of a daughter at 8:34 a.m," the Kensinton Palance announced. "The baby weighs 8lbs 3oz."

The royal birth was greeting with cheers and cries of, "Hip, hip, horray!" Now the world waits for the name. We could be waiting at least a couple of days. Some thoughts: Alice, Charlotte, Elizabeth and Victoria.  I would like to see Diana as the new Princess's name.

What is your guess as to the baby's name?

Same-Sex Marriage Question

Churches that Sanction same-sex marriage: Presbyterian, Conservative and Reformed Jewish Movement, Quackers, Unitarian, UCC and Evangelical Lutheran Church
Churches that prohibit same-sex marriages: American Baptists, Mormons, Lutheran Missouri Synod, Orthodox Jewish, Catholic, Southern Baptist, Methodist and Assembly of God.
No clear stand: Buddhism and Hinduism

Views by Generations: Supporters of same-sex marriages:
Millennials (1981 or later) 67%
Generation X (1965 - 1980) 46%
Boby Boomers (1946 - 1964) 53%
Silent Generation (1928 - 1945) 35%

My question: Why do you think there is an increase in support of same-sex marriage?

Presidential Visit

President Obama will visit South Dakota for the first time as President. It's been 13 years since a President has been to South Dakota and the longest period since Franklin Roosevelt in 1936.

Why did it take so long and why is South Dakota the last state he will visit as President? For one South Dakota is not Obama country. Today his approval rating in South Dakota is among the lowest in the nation. (Republicans would rather have the distinction that South Dakota is the only state without an Obama visit.)

As a South Dakotan, I'm honored the President will be here next week. I may disagree with his ideas, but I respect the office.

Local Murder Mystery

Facts:
23 years ago Tammy Haas's body was found by a golfer.
19 years ago a jury acquited her boyfriend of manslaughter charges.
10 years ago a fictional version of the case was written.
A private investigator has been hired to solve the case.

Nancy Haas, Tammy's mother says, "Our prayer is that the ones who know what happened to Tammy will have the courage to tell so we may all receive the peace we need by knowing the truth."

The story:
Tammy and her boyfriend Eric Stukel, went to a party at a farm. Stukel told authorities the couple left the party and Tammy walked to her aunt's from his parents' house.

A golfer found her body days later in a ravine less than two miles from the site of the party. Her neck was broken, and she had other injuries that led authorities to conclude she had been killed and carried across the road and into the ravine in the trunk of a vehicle.

Tammy's hair fibers were found in Stukel's trunk. There was testimony that the couple was fighting.

The jury found Stukel not guilty. Why? A question the jury asked the judge shed light on the mystery. "Does the crime have to have happened in Cedar county for Stukel to be found guilty?" The judges reply: yes.

The Fiction book: The Homecoming by M.C. Merill
The FaceBook page: Justice for Tammy Haas.

Dinosaurs & Creation

FAQ’s about Creation


Don’t fossils prove that dinosaurs lived millions of years before man did?

Evidence of humans and dinosaurs living together has been found in the fossil record. For instance, human & dinosaur footprints have been found together in many places in the world. This matches the biblical account that states, “all the creatures that move along the ground” were created on Day 6, the same day that God created man.

Bringing Up Girls

Advice from Dr. Dobson (Bringing up Girls)

“To both mothers and fathers, let me share a suggestion that you may not want to hear: good parenting almost always requires sacrifice. Childhood lasts for only a brief moment, but it should be given priority while it is passing before your eyes. Watch your kids carefully. Think about what they are feeling, and consider the influences they are under. Then do what is best for them.

Zoo Takes Steps Against Avian Influenza

In St. Paul Minnesota, the zoo is taking steps to protect their birds from the avian influenza. Matt Reinartz said the same migrating water-fowl suspected of spreading the disease in turkey farms also stop at the zoo in St. Paul. I guess I hadn't thought about birds that fly in and out of the zoos. Wild birds routinely are in the zoo. This includes wild turkeys.

The zoo is especially watching the trained birds. The bird handlers are taking extra precautions to make sure the birds' food doesn't touch the ground. Bird watcher in the wild is asked to change clothes before visiting the zoo.

Wild Dogs on the Attack

Children on Rosebud and Pine Ridge Reservations have been killed by wild dogs. The news was horrible. The kids were simply playing near their home when a group of dogs attacked the children.

Sunka (SHOON-kuh) is Lakota for dog. In prior years the dogs played a significant role in the Indian society, and the Natives had the utmost respect for the animals. That is not the feeling today. The problem is there is no animal control department. When the deaths of the children happened, Native Americans were afraid the police would take their house pets away from them.

Two weeks before Jayla Rodriquez died she stood outside a store on the Pine Ridge Reservation and agonized over a three-legged dog.

Obama Zingers

Obama is actually a pretty good comedian. Here are some of his lines:

"Just this week Michele Bachmann actually predicted that I would bring about the biblical end of days. Now, that's a legacy."

"The polar vortex caused so many record lows they named it MSNBC."

On the TV show, "Blackish" - "Being black-ish only makes you popular for so long. Trust me, there's a shelf life to that thing."

Americans take things too serious. It's nice that our Chief in Commander pokes fun.

Match of the Century

I looked on Pay-Per-View to see how much it would cost to watch the boxing match between Pacquiao and Mayweather and I was surprised to see the cost of 89$. I'll be observing the game via twitter, which to me is a good way to experience a sporting event. (No I'm not being a wise guy.) It forces my imagination to engage.

Pacquiao's "punches in bunches" strategy is something to look forward to. He told reporters that he had to beat Mayweather in speed, punch volume and power.

Mayweather is strategic and hard to hit. This proves to be a really good fight, one that I'm looking forward to.

Finally, Someone Taking Leadership in Baltimore

State's Attorney Marilyn Mosby, just 35 and less than four months on the job has taken a bold step. This will be the biggest test of her career. 

Mosby ousted a white opponent for her current job. She accused him of being too cozy with the police department. 

Another prosecutor said this will be a baptism by fire. There is no doubt this will be a battle. The police union says that she should step down because Gray's lawyer contributed to Mosby's campaign.

Let's see if the Obama administration launches its own federal investigation like it did in Ferguson. 

Same-Sex Marriage - America What Will You Do?

Many people are glued into what is being said within the Supreme Court. Words like Marriage between a man and woman have been around for millenniums cause you to think marriage as we know it will continue. But then there is talk that it is discrimination causing one to think it may be overturned.

Some think America will be judged by God if we redefine marriage.
Some think Americans who don't support same-sex marriage are prejudice.

Whatever the decision it'll change the course of America.