Code Words: “Thoughts and Prayers”
I don’t want prayers. I don’t want thoughts. I want gun control. – Susan Orfanos When I heard this grief-stricken plea from the mother of Telemachus Orfanos on the news […]
Tag Archives: Washington State
Holy Crap! WA State Passed a Law to Seize Guns from DV Perps!
The NRA didn’t oppose a bill in Washington State that calls for the seizure of guns from domestic violence perpetrators when restraining orders are issued. It passed both houses by […]
Endorsement: Jay Inslee for Washington State Governor
My choice for governor was far from easy. Attorney General Rob McKenna has been a staunch supporter of DV survivors, and I had fully intended to enthusiastically support his candidacy for […]
Scrooges of the Year in WA State: Ballmer, Allen, and Bezos
Paul Allen’s yacht, the Octopus, has two submarines, two heli-pads, a pool, and a basketball court. He co-founded Microsoft with Bill Gates III, and now owns Vulcan. He got a […]
Blowing the Whistle on Callous Indifference
Last night’s dinner was popcorn. This is the photo of this morning’s breakfast. Those of you who know me well will wonder what’s the big deal. I frequently skip breakfast. […]
Anne Caroline Drake 