The One Who Knows
by CommonSense2 Editor

In this inspirational slideshow presentation of a song entitled The One Who Knows by Kathleen Welch, Kathleen’s lovely voice speaks to the theme of female empowerment and the avatar. In English, avatar has come to mean “an embodiment, a bodily manifestation of the Divine.”

Son of Vietnam?
by Chuck Brown
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We just finished eight long years being led by a man who thought there was a military solution to every problem. We can’t take more of that.

An Extension of Her Motherhood:
by Walter Brasch

She was also strict about establishing rules and “making us be good to people,” says Christian. “She taught us the spiritual side of life and what school can’t teach you.”

No Country for Old Women
by Lynn M. Petrovich
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Everyone involved gave their unwavering support and implicitly understood that you are either with Avon (the company for women) in its war on breast cancer or you are with the terrorizing few that strayed from the pack and articulated independent (albeit “liberal”) thought about this often fatal disease. And if you are in the latter, you’re sure to get breast cancer.

THOUGHTS FROM AN UNQUIET MIND V
by Jack Lindeman

I almost never premeditate on the best way to produce a favorable impression on someone else. I trust to my intuition and perhaps am less fearful of what I say or do than most thoughtful people. G. has suggested that my ego is constructed of cast iron. This is true only in a superficial sense.

Our Post-Privacy World
by Dorian Snow
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After all, there are no scary monsters under my bed watching me. Are there?

Healthcare analysis from the new driver’s seat
by Erica Yurvati

I think that’s a quality our nation really needs throughout this ongoing health care debate, a process that takes time and work, like learning to drive. If our leaders convey a positive attitude and help to assuage irrational fears, then our collective reasoning will be so much stronger.

Reading City Council Endorses Single-Payer
by Ron Stouffer and Rosie Skomitz

Reading City Council expresses support for true health care reform.

five untitled poems
by Simon Perchik

Five quiet poems redolent of mortality and solace.

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by Allison Whittenberg

Another way of considering redemption.

Mid-Night Poem
by Herbert Woodward Martin

Nothing harder, sometimes, than being at peace with ourselves.

No Opinion
by Jack Lindeman

On the fatal ease of accepting the status quo.

Quotes To Ponder
by CommonSense2 Editor

Quotes to ponder on a rainy day

Four Great Reasons to Vote for Charles Corbit and Carole Snyder on November 3rd
by Karen Feridun

I am shocked, SHOCKED, that the Republican candidates resorted to smear tactics. That is a BRAND NEW strategy for Republicans! I did NOT see that coming!

Scary Isn’t a Kid in a Halloween Costume
by Rosemary & Walter Brasch

The ogres of health reform, also known as Republicans and the insurance industry, have already frightened Americans by spewing lies and hatreds no costumed kid could ever top.

Sex, Silicone, and Suits
by Walter Brasch

Pageant officials had ordered all contestants not to mention God on their applications or at any public event. Apparently, openly believing in God could be seen as detrimental to an organization which holds its beauty contest in Las Vegas, also known as Sin City, USA. Prejean’s view about gay marriage, she later said, was based upon her religious beliefs.
Prejean was second in the Miss USA contest itself; her views may have cost her the national crown.

Scenes From Single-Payer On The Rise!
by CommonSense2 Editor

Wendell Potter
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Dr. Margaret Flowers
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Mike Stout
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Chuck Pennacchio
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Karen Feridun
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Representative Kathy Manderino
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John Morgan
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The Media
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Four of The Baucus Eight
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Rosie Skomitz says: “Single-Payer Now!”
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Kevin Zeese
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Put Single-Payer on the Table
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Baucus 8 Heroes!!!
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State Senator Jim Ferlo
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