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1. New York's first attempt at state wide, and city wide vote by mail is not quite working out the way that the Governor intended. It's massive fail, on multiple levels. So much so, that I'm afraid of what will happen in November.
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2. I found this on Facebook, My Aunt posted it, and did not know this was the story behind the Beatles Song, Blackbird.

Paul McCartney Meets Women Who Inspired Beatles Blackbird

The post on Facebook, stated this:
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3. Conversations on Race

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There's this phrase I can't seem to get out of my head..I think it is from a song? "Peace, love and understanding.." I hear the tune. But cannot place it.

4. From my walk around the Graveyard yesterday...the History of the Freedom Lots.

In the nineteenth century, Cemetery officials referred to these seven burial lots as the “Colored Lots.” It was a term that conformed to the conventions of the time but underscored then prevalent discrimination and racial segregation. The interns working to restore these lots proposed that this section now be known as “The Freedom Lots.” This name restores respect to people who might have been enslaved, descendants of enslaved people, or free people of color whose freedom was restricted because racial oppression and discrimination persisted after slavery ended. It also reminds us that the pursuit of freedom for people of color and others is ongoing—even today.

The Seven Lots

Over time, these seven lots were unfortunately neglected. The monuments were built without foundations, causing them to sink into the ground over their 160-year history. In some cases, monuments were completely buried beneath the earth and not visible. There are no records regarding previous restoration work in these lots, and it is assumed that over time, the lack of care for the monuments caused them to end up in poor condition.

The interns were challenged with the tasks of documenting, restoring, and proposing interpretations for Lots 88, 3412, 3413, 3414, 7472, 9464, and 9932. These lots, previously known as the “Colored Lots,” were specifically designated for “Colored Children” or “Colored Adults” according to Green-Wood’s records. Public Lot 3412 was purchased in 1849 by the Association for the Benefit of Colored Orphans. (The name changed in 1875 to the New York Colored Mission).

History of the Freedom Lots at Greenwood Cemetery

Below are pictures taken of the restored lots by the interns. And their respective grave markers, dating back to the mid-1800s.
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5. This made me laugh. K-Pop Fans Tanked Trump Rally Via TikTok and Zoom

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6. And...from a street in my neighborhood...that I walked down on Sunday afternoon.

It was a lovely day to vote. Clear blue sky, no clouds, plenty of sunshine, mild temperatures. If it weren't for my headache, I'd have taken a walk to Greenwood Cemetary afterwards. Voting itself was rather uneventful. Due to the district that I was in or my last name, there was no line for ballots and a relatively short line for scanning. The way it works is you go to your district's table, they find your name, you sign next to it, and get a ballot. The ballot is a legal size piece of white paper with the candidate's names and little bubbles next to each name to fill in. Easy to read, and the directions are in five different languages. If you mark more than one box in the selected category -- your ballot will be invalid. If you attempt to vote for a candidate twice, your ballot will be invalidated. And you will get a chance to try again. They will provide you with a new ballot.

Each person gets to go to a privacy booth, which is basically a table with a white privacy shield in front and to the sides of it. They fill out their ballot, then stand in line for a scanner. Once you get to the scanner, you slide your ballot into the machine. It takes the ballot and states your vote has been counted. And the volunteer gives you a nifty little sticker stating that you have voted. [It's important to note this is how voting is done in New York State, each State does it a little differently, but the rules are generally the same. Everyone who is registered must be permitted to vote. No one can vote twice, your vote is only counted once. And no electioneering, loitering, or promoting of a specific candidate can happen near or at the polls. You can't wear Hillary or Trump t-shirts at the polling station.]

This is the first time that I've voted for a female candidate for the position of President of the United States. While other countries around the globe have had female presidents and prime ministers, the US is woefully behind the curve. While this is a wonderful moment in history, some of that is tainted by the fact that most people did it to ensure the world class idiot doesn't get elected and destroys our country and the world.

Anyhow..pictures:

Swiped from Time Magazine - information on how to tackle any problems you may encounter tomorrow at the polls, assuming of course that you are a US citizen, reside in the US, have not voted already and not voting by asbentee ballot.

1. Before going to the polls, check to make sure your registration is in proper order by contacting your local registrar or going to http://www.canivote.org/. (There is still time to fix problems.)

2. Polling places can change. Make certain you know your proper polling location and the ID requirements for your state, especially if you are a first-time voter.

3. Once at the polls, don't take no for an answer. You should not leave a polling place without casting some sort of ballot.

4. If you encounter problems, request an emergency paper ballot or as a last resort, a provisional ballot. (Provisional ballots should be avoided whenever possible because they are less likely to be counted. If you must cast a provisional ballot, ask polling officials what steps you can take to ensure your vote is counted.)

5. If you still have questions about polling-place locations or ID requirements, or if you encounter any problems at the polls, call Election Protection (866-OUR-VOTE), the nation's largest coalition of poll watchers and lawyers. The nonpartisan call center will be staffed through Election Day.

If you are a US Citizen and of legal age
18 in the US, then you have a legal right and a responsibility to vote. If you choose not to vote, while that is your right, you are doing a disservice to your country as a citizen. It is a passive choice. You are letting others dictate your choice. Particularly during this election, which is a historic one and will most likely change the course of history. Although I do not know that for certain.

I can't make you vote, of course. I can't persuade or make my own brother to do it. But I can state that in my opinion not voting in a Presidential Election - particularly this year - is cowardly and passive. You have a chance to take a stand, to let your voice be heard. If you think it doesn't matter, then you probably should pick up a few history books.

There are people around the world who would give anything, including their lives, to vote.
Women and blacks fought and died for the right. Not voting is a bit like spitting on what they worked so hard to accomplish.

So please, just vote. Particularly in this election. Make your voice heard. Please.

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