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Caught My Eye…

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In politics, nothing happens by accident. If it happens, you can bet it was planned that way. ― Franklin D. Roosevelt

Welcome to “Caught My Eye” (CME)!

CME is the once a week column that is posted here every Friday morning. This is when I take a look at some of the stories I did not have time to write about during the week. There may be some sarcasm and pointed independent commentary so be warned!

Here are the topics that “Caught My Eye” this week:

  • Toss-Up
  • Klobuchar Out
  • NASCAR & MAGA
  • One More Thing

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The Monday Memo

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Quote for the Day:

You never fully realize how anti-social you are until a pandemic strikes and your life does not really change that much…

Today’s independent commentary deals with these people/issues:

  • Colin Powell
  • Presidential Polls
  • The Supreme Court
  • Dear Class of 2020

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Thursday Numbers

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To the world you may be one person; but to one person you may be the world. ― Dr. Seuss

Welcome to “Thursday Numbers!” In case you’re a first-time visitor, this is the weekly column where I take a look at the numbers that are in the news (in descending order) and provide commentary sometimes sprinkled with sarcasm and humor.

This week’s topics include Mega Millions jackpot, “Go Fund Me” for the wall update, Montana Millionaire lottery, unemployment, Christmas and social media, Donald Trump’s 2018 in numbers, most admired man and woman for 2018, the partial federal government shutdown, pay increases for our troops fact check, and much more!

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Terrific News Tuesday

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There is no passion to be found playing small – in settling for a life that is less than the one you are capable of living. – Nelson Mandela

Welcome to Terrific News Tuesday (TNT)!

In case this is your first time reading TNT, this column is all about good news. I know it’s hard to believe, but I won’t be complaining or criticizing anyone or anything in this column today – just writing about some terrific news that caught my attention!

Here is some of the good stuff in this edition of TNT:

  • Browning High School & Michelle Obama
  • Sophia Benner’s Doll
  • J.J. Watt & Mrs. Keefe
  • The Dinner Date
  • Major League Baseball

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Terrific News Tuesday

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Start where you are. Use what you have. Do what you can. – Arthur Ashe

Welcome to another edition of Terrific News Tuesday (TNT)!

In case this is your first time reading TNT, this column is all about good news. I know it’s hard to believe, but I won’t be complaining or criticizing anyone or anything in this column today – just writing about some terrific news that caught my attention!

Here is some of the good stuff in this edition of TNT:

  • Montana Constitution
  • Vets for Vets Stand Down
  • Steve Daines’ Offices
  • The Hug

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Caught My Eye…

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So let’s be stronger together, my fellow Americans. Looking to the future with courage and confidence. Let’s build a better tomorrow for our beloved children and our beloved country. And when we do, America will be greater than ever. – Hillary Clinton 07/28/16

Welcome to the big show to end the week and the last “Caught My Eye” (CME) of July!

Buckle up!

If you are a first-time visitor, CME is posted right here every Friday morning. This is when I take a look at some of the stories I did not have time to write about during the week. I often throw in a touch of sarcasm to make you smile – or to irritate you just a little – maybe both.

Topics this week include my analysis of Hillary Clinton’s speech, the Great Falls Tribune and Cathy Kuntz, Juneau/Zinke & public lands, VCRs, and much more so read on…

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Thursday Numbers

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Welcome to the first “Thursday Numbers” of March!

If you are a first-time visitor, “Thursday Numbers” is the column where I take a look at the numbers that are in the news (in descending order) and provide commentary (sometimes spiked with a little sarcasm).

This week I write about Mega Millions, unemployment, asteroid, Cronkite, sexual and violent offender roundup, Michelle Obama, Walter Williams, western Montana priests, Air Force Academy, another vote to repeal Obamacare, obesity & skinny jeans, a joyride, C-130 cargo planes, the Debo Adegbile vote, John Walsh, John Lewis, and much more!

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Caught My Eye…

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Congratulations on making it to Friday!

“Caught My Eye” is posted every Friday morning! This is when I take a quick look at some of the stories I did not have time to write about during the week. I often throw in a touch of sarcasm just to make you smile – or to irritate you just a little. Basically, nothing is off-limits!

Today I write about Malmstrom AFB, Americans for Prosperity, Denny Rehberg, Jon Tester, Iraq and Afghanistan veterans, birthdays, quote for the week, and we have a winner who is Making Montana Proud!

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Thursday Numbers

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We made it Thursday – Congrats!

If this is your first time visiting The Western Word, “Thursday Numbers” is my weekly column where I take a look at the numbers in the news (in descending order) and provide commentary sometimes laced with just a little sarcasm.

Please note that if you read this column you may be able to use the information to impress your family, friends, and co-workers. Then again, when they find out you spend your time reading blogs they may not be that impressed…

This week I write about Manti Te’o, LeBron, unemployment, the NRA, Tester and Begich, Montana gambling, the 57th quadrennial Presidential Inauguration, graduation rate, Michelle Obama, Kid Rock, Zooey, Muhammad Ali, Salazar and Schweitzer, the circus in Helena, the Python Challenge, my guns, and much more!

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Campaign 2012: DNC Convention

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The Democratic National Convention (DNC) started yesterday in Charlotte, North Carolina, and there were some great speeches delivered throughout the afternoon and into the evening.  If you like great speeches it was well worth watching!

Today I write about the debt, Nancy Keenan, Julián Castro, Michelle Obama, Denise Juneau, the Brian Schweitzer sideshow, and much more.

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