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Iraq & Mexico have universal healthcare. Why don't we?

By Jane Anne Jeffries Johnson - Sep 9th, 2009 at 3:02 pm EDT

Send these links to all your friends, and contact your legislators!

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/mark-dorlester/guaranteed-health-care-in_b_280528.html

Iraqis have universal health care. We don't!

http://content.healthaffairs.org/cgi/content/full/24/6/1467

Mexico has universal health care. We don't!

Ask your CONGRESS PEOPLE:

WHY AREN'T AMERICAN CITIZENS DESERVING OF UNIVERSAL HEALTH CARE?

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Health Insurance Reform

By Jane Anne Jeffries Johnson - Aug 12th, 2009 at 11:42 am EDT

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I retired from the Los Angeles Unified School District in February. I felt it was my civic duty to give up my job and live on my retirement, since the economy is struggling. I moved to Friday Harbor, Washington, where the economy is doing better than in California. I am able to keep abreast of the changes President Obama is making toward a more viable society and economy. I urge everyone who voted for him to continue to support him now. The sharks are swarming, and there is blood in the water. It's time to come together as a force for change.

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Health Insurance Reform

By Jane Anne Jeffries Johnson - Aug 12th, 2009 at 11:41 am EDT

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I retired from the Los Angeles Unified School District in February. I felt it was my civic duty to give up my job and live on my retirement, since the economy is struggling. I moved to Friday Harbor, Washington, where the economy is doing better than in California. I am able to keep abreast of the changes President Obama is making toward a more viable society and economy. I urge everyone who voted for him to continue to support him now. The sharks are swarming, and there is blood in the water. It's time to come together as a force for change.

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Health Insurance Reform

By Jane Anne Jeffries Johnson - Aug 12th, 2009 at 11:40 am EDT

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I retired from the Los Angeles Unified School District in February. I felt it was my civic duty to give up my job and live on my retirement, since the economy is struggling. I moved to Friday Harbor, Washington, where the economy is doing better than in California. I am able to keep abreast of the changes President Obama is making toward a more viable society and economy. I urge everyone who voted for him to continue to support him now. The sharks are swarming, and there is blood in the water. It's time to come together as a force for change.

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Health Insurance Reform

By Jane Anne Jeffries Johnson - Aug 12th, 2009 at 11:40 am EDT

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I retired from the Los Angeles Unified School District in February. I felt it was my civic duty to give up my job and live on my retirement, since the economy is struggling. I moved to Friday Harbor, Washington, where the economy is doing better than in California. I am able to keep abreast of the changes President Obama is making toward a more viable society and economy. I urge everyone who voted for him to continue to support him now. The sharks are swarming, and there is blood in the water. It's time to come together as a force for change.

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Health Insurance Reform

By Jane Anne Jeffries Johnson - Aug 12th, 2009 at 11:39 am EDT

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I retired from the Los Angeles Unified School District in February. I felt it was my civic duty to give up my job and live on my retirement, since the economy is struggling. I moved to Friday Harbor, Washington, where the economy is doing better than in California. I am able to keep abreast of the changes President Obama is making toward a more viable society and economy. I urge everyone who voted for him to continue to support him now. The sharks are swarming, and there is blood in the water. It's time to come together as a force for change.

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Health Insurance Reform

By Jane Anne Jeffries Johnson - Aug 12th, 2009 at 11:38 am EDT

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I retired from the Los Angeles Unified School District in February. I felt it was my civic duty to give up my job and live on my retirement, since the economy is struggling. I moved to Friday Harbor, Washington, where the economy is doing better than in California. I am able to keep abreast of the changes President Obama is making toward a more viable society and economy. I urge everyone who voted for him to continue to support him now. The sharks are swarming, and there is blood in the water. It's time to come together as a force for change.

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Health Insurance Reform

By Jane Anne Jeffries Johnson - Aug 12th, 2009 at 11:37 am EDT

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I retired from the Los Angeles Unified School District in February. I felt it was my civic duty to give up my job and live on my retirement, since the economy is struggling. I moved to Friday Harbor, Washington, where the economy is doing better than in California. I am able to keep abreast of the changes President Obama is making toward a more viable society and economy. I urge everyone who voted for him to continue to support him now. The sharks are swarming, and there is blood in the water. It's time to come together as a force for change.

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Health Insurance Reform

By Jane Anne Jeffries Johnson - Aug 12th, 2009 at 11:36 am EDT

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I retired from the Los Angeles Unified School District in February. I felt it was my civic duty to give up my job and live on my retirement, since the economy is struggling. I moved to Friday Harbor, Washington, where the economy is doing better than in California. I am able to keep abreast of the changes President Obama is making toward a more viable society and economy. I urge everyone who voted for him to continue to support him now. The sharks are swarming, and there is blood in the water. It's time to come together as a force for change.

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Health Insurance Reform

By Jane Anne Jeffries Johnson - Aug 12th, 2009 at 11:36 am EDT

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I retired from the Los Angeles Unified School District in February. I felt it was my civic duty to give up my job and live on my retirement, since the economy is struggling. I moved to Friday Harbor, Washington, where the economy is doing better than in California. I am able to keep abreast of the changes President Obama is making toward a more viable society and economy. I urge everyone who voted for him to continue to support him now. The sharks are swarming, and there is blood in the water. It's time to come together as a force for change.

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Health Insurance Reform

By Jane Anne Jeffries Johnson - Aug 12th, 2009 at 11:35 am EDT

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I retired from the Los Angeles Unified School District in February. I felt it was my civic duty to give up my job and live on my retirement, since the economy is struggling. I moved to Friday Harbor, Washington, where the economy is doing better than in California. I am able to keep abreast of the changes President Obama is making toward a more viable society and economy. I urge everyone who voted for him to continue to support him now. The sharks are swarming, and there is blood in the water. It's time to come together as a force for change.

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Health Insurance Reform

By Jane Anne Jeffries Johnson - Aug 12th, 2009 at 11:34 am EDT

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I retired from the Los Angeles Unified School District in February. I felt it was my civic duty to give up my job and live on my retirement, since the economy is struggling. I moved to Friday Harbor, Washington, where the economy is doing better than in California. I am able to keep abreast of the changes President Obama is making toward a more viable society and economy. I urge everyone who voted for him to continue to support him now. The sharks are swarming, and there is blood in the water. It's time to come together as a force for change.

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Health Insurance Reform

By Jane Anne Jeffries Johnson - Aug 12th, 2009 at 11:33 am EDT

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I retired from the Los Angeles Unified School District in February. I felt it was my civic duty to give up my job and live on my retirement, since the economy is struggling. I moved to Friday Harbor, Washington, where the economy is doing better than in California. I am able to keep abreast of the changes President Obama is making toward a more viable society and economy. I urge everyone who voted for him to continue to support him now. The sharks are swarming, and there is blood in the water. It's time to come together as a force for change.

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Health Insurance Reform

By Jane Anne Jeffries Johnson - Aug 12th, 2009 at 11:33 am EDT

Also listed in: 9 groups

I retired from the Los Angeles Unified School District in February. I felt it was my civic duty to give up my job and live on my retirement, since the economy is struggling. I moved to Friday Harbor, Washington, where the economy is doing better than in California. I am able to keep abreast of the changes President Obama is making toward a more viable society and economy. I urge everyone who voted for him to continue to support him now. The sharks are swarming, and there is blood in the water. It's time to come together as a force for change.

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Health Insurance Reform

By Jane Anne Jeffries Johnson - Aug 12th, 2009 at 11:32 am EDT

Also listed in: 10 groups

I retired from the Los Angeles Unified School District in February. I felt it was my civic duty to give up my job and live on my retirement, since the economy is struggling. I moved to Friday Harbor, Washington, where the economy is doing better than in California. I am able to keep abreast of the changes President Obama is making toward a more viable society and economy. I urge everyone who voted for him to continue to support him now. The sharks are swarming, and there is blood in the water. It's time to come together as a force for change.

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Health Insurance Reform

By Jane Anne Jeffries Johnson - Aug 12th, 2009 at 11:30 am EDT

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I retired from the Los Angeles Unified School District in February. I felt it was my civic duty to give up my job and live on my retirement, since the economy is struggling. I moved to Friday Harbor, Washington, where the economy is doing better than in California. I am able to keep abreast of the changes President Obama is making toward a more viable society and economy. I urge everyone who voted for him to continue to support him now. The sharks are swarming, and there is blood in the water. It's time to come together as a force for change.

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The Day After Christmas

By Jane Anne Jeffries Johnson - Dec 26th, 2008 at 5:15 pm EST

I wanted to post some of the words of the memorial Rev. Mike Young gave for the Obamas in honor of Grandma Toot. He wrote:

"Madelyn Dunham chose this land of gentle and violent beauty for her
final resting place. We
stand now in the leeward shadow of the majestic Ko'olaus, in the
distance the rich and fecund
Pacific. Along this coast, Punchbowl, Diamond Head, Koko, Hanauma,
craters of the ancient-
birthing of this land in fire. Wrapped in moist trade winds scented
and spiced with pikaki and
ginger. Mauka, the verdant mist washed valleys watering a fertile
garden of the human spirit.
From the most ancient Kanaka Maoli to today's rich diversity of
peoples whose spirits are rooted
in this land, here have you come. Here will her ashes and the good
wishes of those who loved her
be joined with the elements of this place. We come here today to seek
the blessings of this land
upon her repose. Once, she admired this beauty as she moved through
its spaces. Now she will
be a part of it, greeting the dawn and the sunset, storm and calm,
from within the very heart
of that beauty."

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Obama on the Economy

By Jane Anne Jeffries Johnson - Sep 20th, 2008 at 9:51 pm EDT

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Last night I fell asleep as I was watching C-Span. This morning very early, about 4 a.m., Obama's voice entered my hearing. It was very pleasant listening to his plans for a new economy. I appreciate it that he's about solutions and not about blaming others for their mistakes.

Today I was in Trader Joes', buying almonds and wearing one of my Obama hats. The man behind me in line struck up a conversation about Barack that was very empowering to us both. It's best to wear some kind of indication of our preference for Obama so that people can communicate with us one way or another. If they are for Barack, it's easy. If they are not, it's an opportunity to be like Barack. He respects everyone.

Tomorrow I'm phonebanking to Nevada with CD30, my caucus group.

Have a productive Sunday!

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McCain is urging voters to vote absentee.

By Jane Anne Jeffries Johnson - Sep 15th, 2008 at 9:24 pm EDT

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Being the 'detective' that I am, I got the message below from the McCain camp today. I can understand why he wants people to vote for him now, by absentee ballot. He doesn't want people to be able to change their minds as they hear the upcoming debates.

" Friends,

The polls are tightening across the nation, and one thing is clear: this year's presidential election will be one of the closest in history. We know that John McCain and Sarah Palin will change Washington, but before they reform our nation's capital, you have to send them there first.

Now more than ever, your vote is critical. And there's no better way to vote than by voting early, or with an absentee ballot. Voting early, or with an absentee ballot, is the best way to avoid the long line on Election Day and get your vote counted. Many states allow you to vote early by requesting an absentee ballot through the mail. Please visit www.JohnMcCain.com/AB for more details on early voting and absentee ballot requests in your state.

Your support is extremely important to electing John McCain and Governor Sarah Palin in November, and your vote will matter. I'm encouraging you to visit our website and either register to vote or sign up for early voting or an absentee ballot. Your vote will make all the difference in November.

Thanks for your support and for your vote!

Rick Davis
Campaign Manager

P.S. Please forward this email to your friends, family, neighbors and colleagues and encourage them to either register to vote or sign up for early voting or absentee voting. Remember, this will be a close election and the work we do now will make all the difference in electing John McCain and Governor Sarah Palin. Thank you!"

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To Speak Or Not To Speak

By Jane Anne Jeffries Johnson - Sep 14th, 2008 at 3:13 pm EDT

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"You catch more flies with honey than with vinegar." Digusting saying, isn't it? Who wants to catch flies?! But I have a point I want to make.

As I have lived an active and honest life, speaking my mind, I have enjoyed the good feeling that came when I expressed my views, but I have come to believe I wasoften indulging a selfish freedom. Being right can be lonely, and alienating others never helps a cause. Finding a common ground and allowing another to fully express him or herself is empowering to all concerned. That is what it will take under the next administration if anything is to be accomplished in congress. We can practice this way of communicating as we continue to support our choice for president and vice president.

I have plelnty of chances to practice. My sister loves Sarah Palin. Fortunately, I have time to think of friendly ways to communicate about Sarah before I talk to my sister. Time is on my side.

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