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Monthly Archives February 2007

Adieu Chief Illiniwek

As the honored symbol of the University of Illinois and the State of Illinois’ most visible representation of its Native heritage, Chief Illiniwek has proudly and majestically represented the University and the State for over 70 years. The Chief Illiniwek Educational Foundation strives to utilize the presence of Chief Illiniwek to promote greater education [...]

Posted 19 February 2007 † Ray Watkins § Composition § Language § Online Places ‡ Comments (0) °

WordIQ.com: A Dream of Dogs

Interpretation: A dream of dogs is usually a fairly good omen. A dog barking happily shows that you will have a pleasing social life. A friendly, happy dog shows that you have lots of good friends. A dog barking and snarling fiercely at you shows you have some unfriendly friends, and also, if the dream [...]

Posted 16 February 2007 † Ray Watkins § Autobiographical § Language § Online Places § Writing ‡ Comments (0) °

New Technology: The Book

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Posted 14 February 2007 † Ray Watkins § Writing ‡ Comments (0) °

Health Care and the Campaign

Edwards Takes the Lead on Health Care
John Edwards jumped ahead of the other designated major candidates in proposing a detailed plan to get to universal coverage. (Representative Dennis Kucinich has put forward a universal Medicare plan, but the media have largely opted to ignore his candidacy.)
This is a serious plan. What I find most interesting [...]

Posted 12 February 2007 † Ray Watkins § Economics § Online Places § Writing ‡ Comments (0) °