The unitary executive theory and traditional separation-of-powers theory are related but meaningfully different ways of understanding how the Constitution distributes power—especially within the executive branch. Here’s a side-by-side explanation that highlights the key differences. 1. Core focus Traditional separation of powers Emphasizes dividing power among three branches (legislative, executive, judicial). Concerned mainly with preventing tyranny …

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The North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) was born out of the most destructive and all-encompassing conflicts of the modern era, World War II. Coming out of that global conflict more than 70 million people had been killed, and the age of nuclear weapons had begun. NATO has helped to keep the world a safer place …

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Just a play on words, not a real goodbye, two words I use every day when I play the word puzzle, Wordle, Doing what I can to engage my brain to start the day, maybe fire some synapses, connect some new Neuro-pathways, keep my noggin sharp a little longer, not to cut life short, Not …

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My intent today, to meet the moment. Make the moment. Intentionally. That’s a bit confusing, maybe. Here. It means I’m going to be in and present and engaged as each moment requires today. Not just to get through it; not only to survive; meet each moment actively; engage as it asks; and not look away. …

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Wha…what..?! And THIS was a word in the Wordle puzzle recently. A perfect example of why I like playing that puzzle…! Learning and relearning words … I love it, it indeed … wait for it … GOOD.

For better or worse this concept sort of helps define my attitude and life approach. I believe in being flexible to situations that arise, pliable as to the best approach. I also believe in being open minded, shifting my perceptions as necessary and appropriate with new information. I apply this approach in my work life. …

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The definition of the agreement explains it. It binds the countries together; it provides the structure for organization, negotiation, consensus, agreement, collective security. These are all things Trump hates; Trump is of: a go-it-alone mentality, selfish to the maximum, erratic, fragile ego, hubris in the extreme, in every way. Article Five, NATO, Shared Security The …

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I have a friend who recently took a holiday in Belize with his family. While there he visited a Mennonite community that was established there in 1958. These are some of Kevin Neilsen’s thoughts on the experience. He’s a fine storyteller; quite an accomplished photographer as well. His link: https://www.instagram.com/jkneilson?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ== His piece: “Just outside Armenia, …

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At long last I feel like I'm getting closer to these two, Anxy & Angst. It's taken decades. I used to ignore them; or try to, anyway. I didn't want them to exist so I tried to pretend they didn't exist. After a long, long while I realized this was a futile endeavor. And so …

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