Victor Davis Hanson:
Between 2008 and 2016, the media were unapologetic about their adoration of President Barack Obama. Now, they are energized by their thorough loathing of President Donald Trump.
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Marijuana supporters find an ally in veterans
The Trump administration's attack on legal marijuana, already stymied by large states determined not to roll back the clock, is increasingly confronting an even more politically potent adversary: military veterans. Frustrated by federal laws restricting their access to a drug many already rely on to help treat post-traumatic stress disorder, chronic pain and opioid addiction, veterans have become an influential lobbying force in the marijuana debate after sitting on the sidelines for years.
Let’s Reminisce: Bringing home the bacon
It was around 1960 that my Vocational Ag teacher persuaded me to buy a Tamworth gilt . Beautena was a prolific sow, producing three litters in one calendar year, and she propelled me to the Lone Star Farmer degree in FFA.
Organique Acai Capsule Freeze Dried Reviews
Better known as a superfood, Acai Berry is one of the most powerful of nature's gifts, ensuring that you are getting the best out of best. Rich with minerals, antioxidants, omega fats, fibers and all the vitamins you need to be healthy and as beautiful as you feel.
Editorial: Trump names an anti-science blowhard as ‘chief…
President Trump's disdain for science apparently knows no bounds. He has now nominated climate change skeptic Sam Clovis, a talk radio host, to serve as the Department of Agriculture's chief scientist - a slap in the face of the scientific community and a disservice to those responsible for the integrity of the USDA's research.
Sen. Murkowski and Senate Appropriations Committee: Looking out for Alaska’s Food Security
The Senate Appropriations Committee has unanimously passed the Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Fiscal Year 2018 Bill - which includes important components for Alaska. The bill requires clear labeling for genetically engineered salmon, allows rural areas to receive summer food services programs in innovative ways, increases fish allowed in WIC programs, and ensures pregnant women receive adequate information about eating seafood during pregnancy.
House unveils plan to fix VA’s budget gap as deadline looms
In this June 21, 2013, file photo, the seal affixed to the front of the Department of Veterans Affairs building in Washington. A House committee unveiled a disputed plan July 21, 2017, to allow the Department of Veterans Affairs to shift $2 billion from other programs to cover a sudden budget shortfall that could threaten medical care for thousands of patients in the coming weeks.
When a Restaurant Is Simply Perfect, Not Novel
Washington is a great city for bumping into people. Physically small and compulsively social, it provides a wide range of acquaintance, and a narrow scope of space in which to go about your everyday business.
Cancer isn’t silencing McCain in career’s latest chapter
Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., arrives at the Senate for final votes of the week on the day after Sen. John McCain, R-Ariz., was diagnosed with an aggressive type of brain cancer, on Capitol Hill in Washington, Thursday, July 20, 2017. Sen. Graham, McCain's closest friend in the Senate, said that they had spoken by telephone Wednesday night and that the diagnosis had been a shock to McCain.
Second lady Karen Pence brings buzz to VP residence
"Bees aren't a political issue," second lady Karen Pence told CNN, discussing the recently installed beehive at the vice president's residence in Washington. "Everybody loves honey, everybody eats.
Verify 14 mins ago 4:56 a.m.VERIFY: Are airplane trails spraying us with chemicals?
The Spokane City Council Meeting on Monday was about discussing an ordinance about climate change. Councilman Mike Fagan said he was not sure whether or not chemicals are being released into the air by aircrafts.
Qatar Aeronautical College gets IATA’s Premier Circle membership
Qatar Aeronautical College has qualified as IATA's 2017 Premier Circle Member for the impressive results it achieved in 2016. QAC was able to get the recognition because of excellence in several aspects, which include providing all training needs through agreements to purchase advanced equipment and devices, a senior official of QAC announced during a press conference yesterday.
How You Can Help Save Local Kids From Going Hungry This Summer
For many children, summer vacation evokes images of their favorite foods: backyard barbecues, fresh farmer's market produce, s'mores by the campfire and frozen delights from the ice cream truck. However, for the - homes lacking the adequate resources to purchase the food needed for an active, healthy lifestyle - summer vacation offers less relief than it does hunger and uncertainty.
VA counselors on campus urged
Rep. Jim Banks, R-3rd, said Monday that his proposal to place Veterans Affairs counselors at colleges and universities has been included in legislation that would expand benefits of the GI Bill.
What’s in a label?
A label is more than just a calorie counter. There is a lot of good information there, including nutrients and serving sizes.
The Loving Case
You may have seen the film about Mildred and Richard Loving, the couple who ended up suing for the right to marry. In 1967, in Loving v.
Senators begin negotiations on new VA Choice Program
Members of the Senate Veterans' Affairs Committee gained feedback this week about three draft proposals to reform how and when veterans seek private-sector health care, setting the stage for negotiations between Democrats and Republicans on what might be the biggest task for the committee this year. Sen. Johnny Isakson, R-Ga., the chairman of the committee, said an "amazing amount" has been accomplished so far this session and he contributed it to an amendable relationship between Republicans and Democrats on the committee.
Lawmakers reach initial deal to expand GI education bill
President Donald Trump arrived in Paris Thursday hoping to convince wary European allies that the door to working closely with his administration is not closed, despite diverging policy views on a number of key... President Donald Trump arrived in Paris Thursday hoping to convince wary European allies that the door to working closely with his administration is not closed, despite diverging policy views on a number of key issues. AP-NORC Poll: Three-quarters of people in the U.S. feel they have too little influence in Washington, while most say lobbyists, rich people and big businesses have too much.
Senator Blumenthal calls on TSA to change policy over lobster picture
Senator Richard Blumenthal wants the TSA to change its policy because of what happened to a lobster which left Atlantic Seafood and was checked in at Logan Airport in Boston. The call for change comes after a picture posted by the TSA shows an agent holding up the 15 pounder by its claws.
Department of Health, Safeway partner on healthy food project for most vulnerable
The Washington State Department of Health and Safeway are partnering to offer Complete Eats , a program that makes fruits and vegetables more affordable for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program customers. Complete Eats rewards customers who purchase fruits and vegetables with SNAP benefits with coupons and rebates.