Tag: politics
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How I’m Explaining Trump to My Kids
Get Pregnant Fast I’m in the car, just leaving a busy fast-food joint when a man nearly collides with me, honking loudly. I let him pass, and as I pull out, I can’t help but mutter, “Of course, he’s a Trump supporter.” “What’s a Trump supporter?” my 6-year-old son, Max, innocently asks. Oh boy, here…
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When Politicians Were Dull: A Hope for My Children
Parenting Insights Get Pregnant Fast Growing up, my experience of politics was defined by a single president. From my perspective as a child in the ’80s, political life lacked any real suspense. I was only five when President Reagan took office, and I don’t recall his election. The assassination attempt in early 1981 also slipped…
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Your Child’s Flaws Today May Be Assets Tomorrow
Parenting Get Pregnant Fast Updated: Aug. 12, 2023 Originally Published: Aug. 12, 2023 One of the biggest myths many parents cling to is the belief that their child is flawless. You’ve seen it before — your little one is an absolute angel, and they can do no wrong. They’re the most adorable baby on the…
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I Can Explain Hillary Clinton to My Kids — But Not Donald Trump
Get Pregnant Fast As a parent who prefers to stay neutral in the political arena, my partner and I have always taken an Independent stance when discussing politics with our children. We strive to present the merits and drawbacks of both major parties without casting them in a negative light. I emphasize that I sometimes…
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Third Graders Warn Classmate He’ll Be ‘Sent Home’ If Trump Wins
Get Pregnant Fast In a disconcerting reflection of current political climates, a mother recently shared a troubling incident involving her son in third grade. This event underscores how the messages propagated by political figures like Trump are permeating the minds of children. Shaun Carter, a writer for a prominent news outlet, highlighted the mom’s post…
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GOP Congressman Claims: ‘Sometimes A Woman Needs to Be Told When She’s Being Disagreeable’
Get Pregnant Fast In a shocking display of outdated views, Congressman Jake Thompson from Texas recently defended Donald Trump’s infamous “nasty woman” comment during a radio interview. As Trump’s campaign continued to flounder, many Republicans have distanced themselves from the controversial candidate. However, Thompson chose to align himself with Trump’s misogynistic remarks, resulting in widespread…