In a time when disinformation, authoritarianism, and political gaslighting are threatening democratic norms, staying informed is not just important—it’s urgent. For those of us who lean progressive, believe in the rule of law, and value historical accountability, it’s essential to read credible, well-researched analyses of Donald Trump’s presidency and its aftermath. Whether you’re revisiting the impeachment trials or grappling with the chaos of January 6th, the following five books offer essential insight.
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Sustainable Swaps for a Greener Home
7 Stylish and Sustainable Swaps for a Greener Home in 2025
Make your home eco-chic with these smart, sustainable product swaps—designed for modern living without compromising on aesthetics or comfort.
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Introduction: Eco-Living Should Feel Like an Upgrade, Not a Sacrifice
The climate crisis is real, but living more sustainably doesn’t have to mean compromising style or convenience. If you’re someone who cares about the planet and loves a well-designed home, you’re not alone. More people with above-average incomes are shifting toward eco-friendly home products that look good, work well, and align with their values.
Kamala Harris DNC Speech
Kamala Harris DNC Speech: Read The Full Text…
The presidential hopeful delivered a message of unity as Democrats look to appeal to independent voters and bring the nation together after the election in November.
Read Harris’ Full Address At The DNC Below:
To my husband, Doug, thank you for being an incredible partner to me and father to Cole and Ella. And happy anniversary. I love you so very much.
Make Your Own MS Access Switchboard With the Tab Control
Several years ago when I started using MS Access regularly for my personal use, I used the Access built-in switchboard (sort of a main menu or table of contents) to organize my forms, reports and other objects. The Access-generated switchboard was a convenient way to create a special form that used macros to open various objects; it look nice and was easier than creating something from scratch. The Access switchboard worked for a while, but as I added more forms and reports, categories and subcategories, it became clear to me that the built-in switchboard was more trouble than it was worth.
Social Responsibility In Graphic Design
Fight Racism in Red Black and Green #2 Stone Beverage Coaster by 400 Planets
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This design is based on a stencil graffiti, featuring the words Fight Racism! framing a close-up of a young person speaking. The color scheme is red, black, and green.
Recently, I decided to do a design for my 400 Planets store featuring a graffiti image that carried the message “Fight Racism.” I had been delaying this design for a couple of years, not knowing the right way to approach it. I finally decided to add the a red, black, and green gradient to it—the colors of the Black Liberation Flag.
Positioning a Switchboard in MsAccess
I am a longtime Access user. MicroSoft Access database application is part of MicroSoft’s Office Suite. I’m still using Office 97 and Access 2002 because I can’t afford to upgrade. I use my Access all the time for personal and business purposes. I love the ease of use. I can create a customized mini-app in a day, with a nice looking form based on a relational data table, a graphical interface and a one-to-one or a one-to-many subform. I have several MDBs (Microsoft Access Database) files, each organizes a separate category of information.
ComboBox: Using VBA to Programmatically Populate the List
This article discusses applying VBA to Windows MS Access 2007 form controls.
A ComboBox is a Windows control made of two parts: a text portion and a list. A text box is used to display a selection made from a list of items. A list box displays a list of items, usually in one column, but a list box can also be configured to display more than one column.