A New Wave

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Laura Walker

Laura Walker
Location
Silverdale, Washington, USA
Birthday
January 21
Title
Editor
Company
WriteLine/A New Wave
Bio
* 20 years in Washington, D.C., working as an advocate for women's rights, civil rights, workers' rights and human rights. * 15 years as a Journalist, writing for such publications as "Washington Woman", "The Eagle", "Kitsap Sun", "Valley Courier", "American Forum" magazine at American University, among others. * English and journalism educator * Partnered, with four cats * Current location: Pacific Northwest * Hobbies/Interests: photographer, blogger, reader, hiker, GPACNW explorer, politics, Seattle Storm basketball.

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Editor’s Pick
DECEMBER 16, 2008 11:34PM

Caroline Kennedy...NOT

Okay, I'm pissed!

First, let me say that I have nothing but respect for Caroline Kennedy. I believe she is smart, capable and talented. She would be a great advocate for children, women, education, and health care. She would be a terrific elected official. I just don't believe she deserves to… Read full post »

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NOVEMBER 11, 2008 10:42PM

Daschle and Dean: Two Bad Choices For HHS Secretary

 

So far I've seen just two names floated for President-elect Obama's HHS Secretary: Tom Daschle and Howard Dean. One's bad; the other's worse.

The bad: Tom Daschle.

Daschle's newest claim to fame is offering "strategic advice" (thinly read as lobbying) to clients in the fields of health care, e… Read full post »

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