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Obama’s Tears and No Voter Left Behind

Posted on November 11, 2012 by Cedar Riener

Like many progressive Obama supporters, I was moved by his tears as he thanked his Chicago staff and volunteers this past week. Whether or not you believe he is a great president, it is pretty clear he is a good … Continue reading →

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When is a gaffe not a gaffe?

Posted on October 17, 2012 by Cedar Riener

I hope you’ll permit me a rare political post, which I think relates to psychology and teaching but not as much as most other posts on this blog. I was struck by Romney’s binders comment yesterday night, not just because … Continue reading →

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Great quotes from the convention

Posted on August 27, 2008 by Cedar Riener

> Here are some great quotes from the convention, in case you were busy preparing for classes and missed all the speeches. Just a few of my favorites: “People who live in seven houses shouldn’t throw stones” – Amy Klobuchar … Continue reading →

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