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The important December holidays all seem to be about “re” — renewal, redemption, rededication, reform. Jewish people worldwide celebrate...
Yvonne Surette
Nov 19, 20233 min read
November Is Full Of Holidays Focused On Giving Thanks
In November we think about giving thanks, but there are other important days on the calendar. November is election month. Our local...
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Yvonne Surette
Oct 22, 20233 min read
Depending on who wins Nov. 7, a potential real-life horror looms over us
It’s the season of spookiness. The Valley started it off in style with Staunton’s Mischief and Magic weekend with Dementors abounding and...
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Just Another Democrat
Sep 6, 20234 min read
Instead of Censoring Shakespeare, the GOP Should Learn From Him
The Shenandoah Valley is blessed to be home to The American Shakespeare Center (ASC) in Staunton. As a retired English teacher, I delight...
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Yvonne Surette
Jul 29, 20233 min read
Our Economy Fares Better Under Democrats
We have an ingrained myth in America that people persist in believing. During the 2016 presidential campaign, a friend told me that one...
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Yvonne Surette
Jun 8, 20233 min read
GOP Wasting Time With Investigations
As a committed Democrat, I have to say I love Republican investigations into Democratic “wrongdoing” or “criminal activity.” It’s so...
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Yvonne Surette
Jun 8, 20231 min read
Round and Round With Right-Wing Hypocrisy
Oh, the wheel of right-wing hypocrisy goes round and round and never stops. Mike Pence (famously know for having no spine) who spent all...
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Yvonne Surette
Apr 27, 20234 min read
Democracy Protects Us From Mayhem
You know the commercial for home insurance where Mayhem (in the guise of actor Dean Winter) comes to call, wrecking garages, cars, and...
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Yvonne Surette
Mar 15, 20233 min read
Fox News Continues To Lie To Its Viewers
When I started writing this column for The News Virginian, my first column was about insurrection — what it is, how it works, and why...
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Yvonne Surette
Mar 3, 20232 min read
Republicans Are Wasting Time With Their Shenanigans
In writing a column reflecting Democratic and Progressive values, I find no shortage of topics: Republicans keep coming up with more and...
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Yvonne Surette
Mar 3, 20232 min read
It’s Going To Be A Bumpy Ride With Republicans In Charge Of The House
For Democrats, the year has begun on a high as we watch the continuing implosion of the Republican Party. The chaos within their ranks...
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Yvonne Surette
Nov 7, 20223 min read
Voting for Republicans Will Harm Our Country
Chaos vs. competency. Fiction vs. fact. Criminality vs. law and order. Tax cuts for the wealthy vs. helping Americans. Social Security...
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Yvonne Surette
Oct 16, 20223 min read
Overturning legitimate elections a real horror story
Fall is my favorite season. I love switching to winter foods and sweaters after a hot summer. I love the bright leaves and the pumpkins...
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Yvonne Surette
Sep 17, 20223 min read
It's time to give Jennifer Lewis a chance
Quietly, and without any press coverage, the Biden administration continues its commitment to the American people by making sure baby...
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Yvonne Surette
Aug 13, 20223 min read
Republican politicians refuse to help Americans
Just when you think the Republican leadership can’t get any more vile, it does. On July 28 the Senate passed a reconciliation package to...
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