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Elizabeth Gillies & Milo Manheim to Star in LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS Beginning in February

Little Shop of Horrors – currently in its sixth year at The Westside Theatre in NYC – will welcome two new stars as Audrey and Seymour in February – Elizabeth Gillies (13: The Musical, Nickelodeon’s “Victorious”, “Dynasty”), in her first return to the New York Stage in over 16 years, and Milo Manheim (Disney’s Zombies film franchise, Deaf West’s American Idiot, “School Spirits”), who makes his New York Musical debut. Gillies, Manheim and Broadway star Jeremy Kushnier (Footloose, Jesus Christ Superstar) begin performances on Tuesday, February 25, 2025 at The Westside Theatre.

Current stars, three-time Tony Award nominee Sherie Rene Scott and Broadway star Nicholas Christopherr will play their final performances in Little Shop of Horrors as Audrey and Seymour, respectively, on Sunday, February 23, 2025. They are currently joined in the cast by Reg Rogers as Mushnik, Major Attaway as The Voice of Audrey II, Tiffany Renee Thompson as Ronnette, Daria Pilar Redus as Crystal, and Morgan Ashley Bryant as Chiffon, as well as Camryn Hampton, michael iannucci, Weston Chandler Long, Jeff Sears, Teddy Yudain, Melissa Victor, Noel MacNeal, Johnny Newcomb, Jonothon Lyons, Christine Wanda, and Savannah Lee Birdsong. Teddy Yudain covers the role of Dr. Orin Scrivello through February 23.

With a book and lyrics by Grammy and Academy Award winner Howard Ashman (The Little Mermaid, Beauty and the Beast), and music by Tony and Academy Award winner Alan Menken (Aladdin, Newsies), the 2020 Drama League, Outer Critics Circle, and Drama Desk Award-winning Best Musical Revival of LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS is directed by Tony Award winner Michael Mayer (Hedwig and the Angry Inch, Spring Awakening).

Seymour is a down-on-his-luck florist with a crush on his co-worker Audrey. When he discovers a mysterious – and voracious – plant, suddenly Seymour and Audrey are thrust into an epic battle that will determine the fate of the entire human race. LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS first premiered Off-Broadway in 1982, where it made audiences laugh, scream, and give up gardening for good. The musical has since catapulted into a global phenomenon, with productions across the world from Broadway to London’s West End, to Asia and Australia – plus a hit 1986 film adaptation directed by Frank Oz that starred Rick Moranis, Ellen Greene and Steve Martin. Now, the musical has made its highly-anticipated return home to Off-Broadway, in an intimate new production directed by Michael Mayer that offers an unprecedented opportunity to get close — maybe too close — to an incredible plant with an insatiable appetite.

Exciting News: Elizabeth Gillies & Milo Manheim to Star in LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS Beginning in February!

Get ready for a thrilling theatrical experience as Elizabeth Gillies and Milo Manheim take on the lead roles in the upcoming production of Little Shop of Horrors. The beloved musical will come to life with these talented actors at the helm, promising an unforgettable show filled with catchy tunes and dark comedy.

Gillies, known for her roles in Dynasty and Victorious, will take on the iconic role of Audrey, while Manheim, best known for his role in Disney Channel’s Zombies, will portray the lovable Seymour. Together, they will bring their undeniable chemistry and powerhouse vocals to the stage, captivating audiences with their performances.

Little Shop of Horrors will begin its run in February, so mark your calendars and get ready to be transported to the quirky world of Skid Row. Don’t miss your chance to see Gillies and Manheim shine in this must-see production – it’s sure to be a show you won’t want to miss!

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January 28, 2025

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Are you looking for a fun and engaging book to help your little one learn about their feet? Look no further than “The Foot Book” from the Bright and Early Books for Beginning Beginners series!

This delightful book is filled with colorful illustrations and simple rhymes that will captivate young readers as they explore the world of feet. From big feet to small feet, fast feet to slow feet, this book celebrates the diversity and uniqueness of our feet in a playful and entertaining way.

“The Foot Book” is not only entertaining, but it also helps children learn about body parts and develop their vocabulary. With its easy-to-read text and engaging pictures, this book is perfect for beginning readers and is sure to become a favorite in your child’s library.

So if you’re looking for a book that is both educational and fun, be sure to check out “The Foot Book” from the Bright and Early Books for Beginning Beginners series. Your child will love learning all about their feet in this charming and delightful book!
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January 28, 2025

Carson Dellosa Beginning Traditional Cursive Handwriting Workbook for Kids, Handwriting Practice for Cursive Alphabet and Numbers (Learning Spot)

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Carson Dellosa Beginning Traditional Cursive Handwriting Workbook for Kids, Handwriting Practice for Cursive Alphabet and Numbers (Learning Spot)

Are you looking for a fun and engaging way to help your child improve their cursive handwriting skills? Look no further than the Carson Dellosa Beginning Traditional Cursive Handwriting Workbook for Kids! This workbook is designed to help children learn and practice cursive handwriting in a clear and easy-to-follow format.

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January 28, 2025

Rural Kansans depend on Medicaid at beginning and end of life. D.C. proposals threaten program. • Kansas Reflector

In the public debate over Medicaid expansion in Kansas, a critical fact often gets lost: Large numbers of residents already depend on the program.

What’s more, despite racist stereotypes, those benefiting from the program live mostly in rural areas.

A new report from Georgetown University’s Center for Children and Families sketches the present system and makes clear the threat of potential Medicaid cuts from Congress. A menu of potential spending reductions from U.S. House Budget Committee chair Rep. Jodey Arrington slashes $2.3 trillion — yes, that’s with a “t” — from the program covering low-income Americans, Politico reported.

“Medicaid is really the backbone of so many aspects of our health care system, from birth to long-term care, and many stops in between,” said Joan Alker, executive director and cofounder of the center. According to surveys, “this is literally the last thing voters want — voters of all political parties.”

As lawmakers in Washington, D.C., prepare a massive tax cut and spending bill, it seemed worthwhile to learn about what Medicaid means to rural areas. It also seemed worthwhile to learn about what it means for Kansas. Again: The program already covers Kansans of all ages. Alker and Benjamin Anderson, the president and chief executive officer of Hutchinson Regional Healthcare System, joined me on the Kansas Reflector podcast to sort through the issues.

Anderson told me the program is absolutely vital.

“A disproportionate share of seniors, of moms and and children in our area receive health care through Medicaid, and some of them represent the working poor,” he said. “We are a state that has not expanded Medicaid, but children in in Kansas, it is a significant source of access for them. And so, when parents have a sick kid who can’t access health care, those parents can’t work, and when they can’t work, then we see economic impacts for that as well. It’s an essential partner, specifically around maternal child health, and then also with caring for seniors.’ ”

The report, based on information from the Census Bureau’s 2023 American Community Survey, stresses several key findings to bolster that perspective:

Of kids in small towns and rural communities, almost 41% receive coverage through Medicaid. In metro areas, 38% do.
Of adults under age 65 in small towns and rural communities, about 18% receive coverage through Medicaid. In metro areas, the figure is 16%.
In areas with large numbers of tribal residents (American Indian or Alaska Native), those of all ages are likelier to be covered by the program.

In Kansas, 32.3% of kids in rural areas are covered by Medicaid or CHIP, compared to 28.7% of metro-area kids. Also, 11.9% of seniors in rural areas are covered by Medicaid, while 11.3% of seniors in metro areas are covered.

“From birth to seniors, Medicaid is a vital source of health insurance to our residents, covering more Kansans in rural communities,” said April Holman, executive director of the Alliance for a Healthy Kansas, on the report. “Additionally, this report makes clear that Medicaid is an important stable revenue source for hospitals and providers in rural Kansas, ensuring that we can access health care when and where we need it.”

Anderson spoke about his experience at Kearny County Hospital in Lakin. More than half of the births at the hospital were covered by Medicaid. Without that safety net, mothers wouldn’t have had access to prenatal care. Without prenatal care? Untold numbers of mothers and babies would suffer.

The effects on the elderly are similarly far reaching.

“They essentially deplete their resources before the end of their life,” Anderson said. “And these are people that diligently save, but people are living longer than they have, and just circumstances come up where that’s happened. And Medicaid is the backstop for skilled nursing. When we start compromising that infrastructure, and they can’t get into skilled nursing, they end up in our emergency department. There is well-documented evidence that among those vulnerable populations, over 50% of the health care spent in that person’s life is in their last six months. If we think we’re going to save by cutting this, we have a rude awakening coming.”

Taking a broader view, that means that Medicaid cuts have a negative multiplier effect, Alker said. If the federal government carves trillions out of the program, states will be forced to fill the gap. No one wants to see old people or children dying in the streets. But that means other services will suffer.

“This is going to impact education. It’s going to impact transportation, roads, law enforcement, everything in the state’s budget, because states will be left holding the bag,” she told me. “And it’s an absolutely untenable situation. They simply can’t manage their way out of this.”

Anderson characterized himself as a right-of-center conservative concerned about the deficit. But given his knowledge of the health care sector, he said, these types of cuts simply won’t have their intended effect.

“We’re only going to send people into the (emergency department) and spend more federal money in Medicare to offset it,” he said.

“There are ways to incentivize work,” he added. “There are ways to incentivize healthy families. This ain’t it, to use a west Kansas phrase.”

My discussion with Alker and Anderson proves a point that I’ve made repeatedly. Officials in Kansas and Washington, D.C., have to find ways to separate partisanship from policy. While Medicaid might not be perfect — we chatted about various reforms that could strengthen the program — it serves an invaluable role in the same rural communities that voted for the new president.

We all have a duty to care for those in need during their darkest hours. That duty transcends creed or party. It goes to the very core of what makes us human.

Clay Wirestone is Kansas Reflector opinion editor. Through its opinion section, Kansas Reflector works to amplify the voices of people who are affected by public policies or excluded from public debate. Find information, including how to submit your own commentary, here.

Rural Kansans depend on Medicaid at beginning and end of life. D.C. proposals threaten program. • Kansas Reflector

The Medicaid program plays a crucial role in providing healthcare coverage for rural Kansans, particularly during the most vulnerable times in their lives. From prenatal care to end-of-life services, Medicaid ensures that individuals in rural communities have access to the necessary medical support they need.

However, recent proposals in Washington D.C. threaten to dismantle the Medicaid program, putting the health and well-being of rural Kansans at risk. As policymakers debate the future of Medicaid, it is essential to consider the impact on those who rely on this program for essential healthcare services.

Rural Kansans deserve access to quality healthcare, regardless of their income or zip code. Medicaid is a lifeline for many in these communities, and any cuts or changes to the program could have devastating consequences. It is imperative that we advocate for the protection and expansion of Medicaid to ensure that all Kansans, especially those in rural areas, have access to the care they need to live healthy and fulfilling lives.

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January 28, 2025

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DK Readers: Survivors — The Night the Titanic Sank (Level 2: Beginning)

Embark on a journey back in time to one of the most infamous maritime disasters in history with DK Readers: Survivors — The Night the Titanic Sank. This gripping book is perfect for beginner readers who are eager to learn more about the tragic sinking of the “unsinkable” Titanic.

Follow the stories of the survivors who lived to tell the tale of that fateful night, from the passengers in first class to the crew members who worked tirelessly to save as many lives as possible. Through easy-to-read text and stunning photographs, readers will gain a new perspective on the events that unfolded on April 15, 1912.

DK Readers: Survivors — The Night the Titanic Sank is a must-read for young history buffs and anyone interested in learning more about this unforgettable moment in time. Pick up a copy today and dive into the gripping tale of courage, tragedy, and survival on the high seas.
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January 28, 2025

Meet the Cast of REDWOOD, Beginning Previews Tonight on Broadway

Idina has won a Tony, Obie, and Drama League Award for her work in the theater. Her Broadway credits include If/Then, Wicked, Aida, and Rent. Off-Broadway, she has appeared in Skintight (Roundabout), See What I Wanna See (Public Theatre), The Vagina Monologues (West Side Theatre), The Wild Party (MTC), and Hair (Encores). Regional credits include Wicked (San Francisco), If/Then (Washington, DC). Menzel also premiered Wicked in the West End, receiving the Theatregoers Choice Award. On screen, she can be seen in You Are So Not Invited to My Bat Mitzvah, Which Way to the Stage? (Documentary), Enchanted 2: Disenchanted, Frozen 2, Uncut Gems, American Murderer, Cinderella, Frozen, Enchanted, Ask the Dust, and Rent. TV appearances include “Beaches,” “Glee,” PBS special, “Barefoot at the Symphony,” (accompanying live album). Idina prides herself on the importance of new musicals, creating original roles, and promoting young composers. As a recording artist and songwriter, Menzel has released seven studio albums, including I Stand (2008) and Holiday Wishes (2014); the latter peaked at number six on the Billboard 200, becoming her highest-charting studio album to-date.

Michael Park is an American actor, best known for his roles as Jack Snyder on As the World Turns (1997– 2010), Larry Murphy in the original Broadway cast of Dear Evan Hansen (2016), and reporter Tom Holloway in the third season of the Netflix series Stranger Things (2019). Broadway credits include: Dear Evan Hansen (Grammy & Emmy Awards), Tuck Everlasting, Cat On A Hot Tin Roof, H2$, Little Me, Smokey Joe’s Cafe, Carousel. Off Broadway: Hello Again, Violet, Three Penny Opera, Burnt Part Boys. TV credits include: Netflix’s “Stranger Things” (SAG nom), “Mindhunter,” “House Of Cards,” “Tales Of The City,” “The Family,” “You,” “Dash & Lily,” “Saint X” (Hulu), “Lioness” (Paramount +), “The Time Traveler’s Wife” (HBO), “Hightown” (STARZ), “As The World Turns” (2 Emmy Awards), “Bull,” “Blue Bloods,” “The Good Wife” (CBS), “Law & Order,” “Black List,” Sound Of Music Live!, Peter Pan Live!, “FBI,” “Chicago PD” (NBC), “Gotham” (FOX).

Zach is a Hapa, Jewish actor based in New York City. He is thrilled to bring Redwood to Broadway, having originated the role of Spencer in the world premiere at La Jolla Playhouse in 2024. Broadway: Dear Evan Hansen (Evan), KPOP (Brad, OBC), Wicked (Boq). Off-Broadway: most recently Out of the Box Theatrics’ revival of LaChiusa’s See What I Wanna See (Janitor/Priest), Barrow Street Theatre’s West End transfer of Sweeney Todd (Tobias). Film/TV: In Your Dreams (Netflix), Host of PBS’s “Camp TV” series, in addition to being heard in Mean Girls and the upcoming Snow White remake. Bay Area native, Northwestern grad. @zach_piser

Wilcoxon is elated to be joining the cast of Redwood. Recent credits include SIX, Hadestown, Ruben & Clay’s Christmas Special. As someone who believes in the power of storytelling to bridge communities and inspire change, this opportunity is deeply meaningful to me. I’m grateful to be part of a team that values authenticity and artistic expression, where every role contributes to a greater narrative of connection and understanding. With Redwood, I hope to touch hearts and inspire others to embrace their “roots” and continue forward with hope and strength. Thank you to everyone who has supported me: my parents, my love, my family, my agents Marc and Dustin – this one’s for all of you! @thekhailawilcoxon

De’Adre Aziza – Mel

A Tony Award nominee, Theatre World Award, and Obie winner, De’Adre Aziza makes her fourth return to Broadway in Redwood, having made her debut in the critically acclaimed musical Passing Strange, for which she garnered a Tony Award nomination for Best Featured Actress In A Musical for her multiple character role. In the world of film, Aziza stars opposite Oscar nominee Brian Tyree Henry and Ryan Destiny in the upcoming Amazon MGM biopic The Fire Inside, written by Oscar winner Barry Jenkins and directed by Oscar nominee Rachel Morrison. In the world of television, Aziza will star as Red in the newly wrapped third season of the Starz/Lionsgate hit TV show “P-Valley,” created by Pulitzer Prize winner Katori Hall. Aziza is perhaps best known for her memorable turn as Raqueletta Moss in Spike Lee’s Netflix series “She’s Gotta Have It.” In the world of music, Aziza has performed as “The Jazz Singer” at Carnegie Hall and The Hollywood Bowl with hip-hop legends The Roots, and the late opera legend Jessye Norman in Laura Karpman’s Grammy winning “Ask Your Mama.” De’Adre Aziza is currently producing her one woman musical Datbishcray, in which she plays 34 characters. @deadreaziza

Brackett is grateful to be making his Broadway debut in Redwood. National Tour: Disney’s Aladdin (Aladdin u/s). Regional: Cape Playhouse, NSMT, Ogunquit Playhouse. BFA Elon University. Many thanks to The Collective, The Telsey Office, and the Redwood team. All my love to family and friends. For Lolo. @danimalbrackett

Has appeared in over a dozen Broadway shows playing such roles as Count Carl-Magnus in A Little Night Music opposite Bernadette Peters, Sir Galahad in Monty Python’s Spamalot, Larry Murphy in Dear Evan Hansen, and Monsieur Andre in The Phantom of the Opera. Other Broadway credits include Man of La Mancha, The Last Ship, Evita, Doctor Zhivago and Company. Elsewhere in NYC, Bradley starred as Falco in Bat Out of Hell at New York City Center where he was also seen in the Encore productions of The Most Happy Fella (Giuseppe) and A New Brain (Dr. Jafar). Bradley performed with the New York Philharmonic in Sweeney Todd with Emma Thompson and Off-Broadway as El Gallo in The Fantasticks (Jerry Orbach Theater), Walmartopia (Minetta Lane) and Stephen Sondheim’s final musical, Here We Are (The Shed). Internationally, Mr. Dean played the title role in Jekyll and Hyde throughout Asia and Dr. Frank N Furter in The Rocky Horror Show throughout Europe. Regional highlights include Chess (The Kennedy Center), Follies (St. Louis Rep.) Galileo (Berkeley Rep.), Romeo and Juliet (American Repertory Theater) as well as originating leading roles in the American Premieres of Fly (Dallas Theater Center), Life After (The Old Globe) and A Comedy of Tenors (Cleveland Playhouse/McCarter Theater). TV: “The Good Fight,” “A Person of Interest,” “Guiding Light,” and “All My Children.” Bradley is a graduate of Carnegie Mellon Drama and lives in Manhattan with his beautiful wife, Jessica, and their handsome cat, Alex, and has three gorgeous children (Ana, Emma, and Oliver) bradleydean.net

Jessica is currently the standby for Idina Menzel in Redwood. This past spring, she received rave reviews for her singular portrayal of Penelope in Signature Theater’s Penelope. Broadway: Dear Evan Hansen (Heidi Hansen); Leap of Faith (Marla); Priscilla, Queen of the Desert (Marian); Next to Normal (Diana standby); Jesus Christ Superstar; The Scarlet Pimpernel. National Tour: Dear Evan Hansen. Off Broadway: Next to Normal. Regional: Goodspeed: Deathless (dir: Tina Landau); Williamstown Theatre Festival: Unknown Soldier, and more. TV/Film: NBC: 5 seasons on “Law and Order: SVU” as ADA Pippa Cox; Paramount+: Season 2 of “Why Women Kill” as Joan; CBS: “Elementary,” “Unforgettable”; USA: “Royal Pains,” and more. Emerson College. Mom to Jonah and Malcolm, Wife to Chelsea. @thejessicaphillips

Otim is currently appearing the standby for Mel/Becca in Redwood on Broadway. Other Broadway credits include & Juliet (Original Broadway Cast), Jagged Little Pill. Theatre: & Juliet (North American Premiere). Proud graduate of Baldwin Wallace University’s Conservatory of Music. ALL glory to God, and endless gratitude to this amazing creative team. Much love and thanks to Artists & Representatives, John Bautista, and to her infinitely supportive family and friends. @veronicaotim

Get ready to meet the talented cast of REDWOOD, the highly anticipated new musical beginning previews tonight on Broadway! This thrilling production follows the story of a group of friends who embark on a life-changing journey through the Redwood National Forest.

Leading the cast is Tony Award winner Sarah Jones, who brings her powerhouse vocals and captivating stage presence to the role of Beth, a fearless adventurer with a mysterious past. Joining her is Broadway veteran Michael James Scott, who shines as the charismatic and enigmatic Ranger Jake.

Rounding out the ensemble are rising stars Emily Johnson, Marcus Lee, and Samantha Rodriguez, who bring their unique talents and energy to the stage in a variety of roles. Together, this talented group of performers delivers an unforgettable and heartwarming performance that will leave audiences on the edge of their seats.

Don’t miss your chance to see this incredible cast in action as they bring the magic of REDWOOD to life on the Broadway stage. Get your tickets now and experience the adventure of a lifetime! #REDWOODBroadway #BroadwayPreviews #MeetTheCast

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January 26, 2025

Michigan Could Extend The School Year At The Beginning of Summer

For back-to-back days now, Southwest Michigan has been getting smacked with not only subzero temperatures but very slick snow which has caused transportation issues not only on the main streets but the highways as well.

On top of that when you’re dealing with windchills, that are below zero, and conditions that can cause frostbite within 15 minutes It’s a dangerous situation to put young adults and children into.

School has been canceled in Southwest Michigan for back-to-back days as a result of the dangerous weather which doesn’t seem to be slowing down anytime soon. The one saving grace is that temperatures will slowly start to rise to the 20s and stabilize there on Wednesday, but because of the harsh beginning of the week, there’s just no safe way to put kids out there.

January and February are supposed to be the coldest months of the year for Michigan, but with the unpredictability of our winters over the last 10 years or so, you never know if you’re going to get another frigid wave of weather, which could have more than just closures impacting schools.

It’s possible that if Michigan has enough school closures, it will, unfortunately, cut into the summer vacation of kids across the state. According to Bridge Michigan, it varies from superintendent to superintendent:

Michigan schools must have at least 180 days and can call off school up to six days for things outside of their control like bad weather or health conditions. They can request a waiver from the Michigan Department of Education for up to three more days. If they go over nine days, they may have to extend the school year or add additional hours to the existing school day.

Make sure to keep track of how many school closures your kid goes through, as the superintendent could have the unfortunate responsibility of extending the school year, but maybe they’ll get lucky and just extend it by hours only.

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As the school year comes to a close, Michigan officials are considering extending the school year at the beginning of summer in an effort to combat learning loss caused by the pandemic. With many students falling behind academically due to remote learning and disruptions in traditional schooling, educators are looking for solutions to help students catch up.

Extending the school year at the beginning of summer would allow for additional instructional time and support for students who may have struggled during the past year. By starting the school year earlier in the summer, students would have the opportunity to review and reinforce important concepts before beginning the new academic year.

While the idea of a longer school year may be met with some resistance, proponents argue that the benefits of additional learning time far outweigh any potential drawbacks. By providing students with the extra support they need to succeed, Michigan could help bridge the gap in educational achievement that has widened during the pandemic.

Ultimately, the decision to extend the school year at the beginning of summer will require careful consideration and input from educators, parents, and students. But with the goal of ensuring that all students have the opportunity to thrive academically, this innovative approach to education could be a game-changer for Michigan schools.

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January 23, 2025

Opinion | President Trump’s Dark New Beginning

To the Editor:

Re “Trump Caps Return to Power, Vowing to Stop a U.S. ‘Decline’” (front page, Jan. 21) and “Trump Grants Sweeping Clemency to All Jan. 6 Rioters” (nytimes.com, Jan. 20):

What a disappointing Inauguration Day! I don’t know which was more disheartening: outgoing President Biden’s flurry of pre-emptive pardons, literally at the 11th hour, or incoming President Trump’s dour Inaugural Address, ironically promising a new “golden age of America.”

To close out an upsetting day, Mr. Trump announced his own sweeping pardons or commutations for the nearly 1,600 people charged in the Jan. 6, 2021, violent attacks on the Capitol, the very seat of our democracy — a decision that has elicited bipartisan condemnation.

It is apparent that the American presidency is being increasingly conducted in an imperial manner, and if it continues this way, we are headed to becoming a banana republic.

Jack Nargundkar
Cary, N.C.

To the Editor:

If President Trump’s idea of law and order is to grant clemency to insurrectionists who attacked and damaged the Capitol, assaulted policemen and threatened to hang Vice President Mike Pence, this country is in big trouble!

Elaine Sloan
New York

To the Editor:

Whatever wisp of hope existed for a more rational and conciliatory President Trump was completely extinguished, and the threat of the onset of an autocratic era assured, by Mr. Trump’s Inaugural Address, which mirrored but far exceeded his worst campaign rants.

The speech must serve as a dire warning and a call to arms for every American who still believes in a democratic form of government, a binding Constitution and the rule of law.

Gerald Harris
New York
The writer is a retired New York City Criminal Court judge.

To the Editor:

We are living in exciting times. What was thought to be the impossible dream has been realized. Donald J. Trump is back in the White House as our 47th president. Millions of Americans are thrilled by his comeback.

My sincere hope is that those who didn’t vote for Mr. Trump will eventually be convinced that he fits the bill. No doubt he will deliver on all his campaign promises.

JoAnn Lee Frank
Clearwater, Fla.

To the Editor:

Hypocrisy is taking the same oath of office you broke the last time with a straight face. Obliviousness is believing that this time will be different.

Richard M. Frauenglass
Huntington, N.Y.

To the Editor:

America is back. No, it’s not that Donald Trump is again president. It is that the world witnessed the most important and enduring part of our democracy: President Biden shaking the hand of our new president, Mr. Trump, in a celebration of the peaceful transition of power in presence of all of our living former presidents.

Unlike four years ago, the world saw that America is back.

William Goldman
Los Angeles

To the Editor:

Renaming the Gulf of Mexico as the Gulf of America will require the needless reprogramming of dozens of U.S. government websites and the reprinting of thousands of government maps and charts.

So much for Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency.

Bill Galvani
Bainbridge Island, Wash.

To the Editor:

Re “Saying No to Fear” (editorial, Jan. 19):

I kept your thoughtful and pitch-perfect editorial nearby while watching the inauguration. It helped to be able to look away and reread your advice for a dose of sanity and calm. You highlighted the ways our institutions can “meet the moment” by showing courage and using their powers to resist and override illegal and unjust acts, and speak the truth even as we think deeply about the anger and distrust of many who voted for a second Trump presidency.

But the confluence of what was arguably the most disturbing Inaugural Address in our history on the very day on which we honor the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. — a man so different, in every respect, from the one who now is our 47th president — helped me see that we must indeed stand strong and keep our faith in the system, not search for our passports, if together we are to bend the arc of the moral universe toward justice.

Meredith Minkler
Kensington, Calif.

To the Editor:

Instituted in 1787 by the Constitution, checks and balances were to ensure the separation of powers among the three branches of government. What the next four years portend — in place of checks and balances — are toadying and cronyism.

Penelope Ross
Westport, Conn.

To the Editor:

In answer to the “soul-shriveling shame” a Jan. 15 letter writer and so many of us feel as Americans, and the despair, as our country inaugurates a duly elected but convicted felon and amoral demagogue as president: Our ethical response as citizens must be sustained civic engagement.

Shame and despair, while appropriate, by themselves are disempowering — as every demagogue knows. We must not remain disheartened by such emotions.

What the historical moment now asks of us is righteous anger, powerful hope and principled courage to stand together in civic action by word and deed against every attempt to debase and degrade our political culture and the institutions of democracy and law.

(Rev.) Sheldon W. Bennett
Quincy, Mass.

Biden’s Exit Pardons

To the Editor:

Re “Last-Hour Pardons Aimed at Averting Reprisals” (front page, Jan. 21):

I’m glad to see that President Biden finally did the right thing in granting pre-emptive pardons to some of those whom Donald Trump had threatened with criminal prosecution. Sad to say, however, those pardons, while motivated by good intent, were poorly executed.

First of all, the list should have included, by name, everyone Mr. Trump or his supporters had threatened. Where, for example, was Jack Smith? This courageous prosecutor is no doubt near the top of Mr. Trump’s revenge list.

Also, Senator Adam Schiff, a Democrat, and former Representative Adam Kinzinger, a Republican, who were both on the Jan. 6 committee, are publicly on record as not wanting pardons. Mr. Biden’s team should have asked all potential pardon recipients in advance if they in fact would welcome the pardons.

Finally, why wait until the 11th hour to act? Gen. Mark Milley and Anthony Fauci’s statements reflect their relief and gratitude for the pardons. Wide-ranging pre-emptive pardons have been publicly debated for many weeks.

Mr. Biden’s Hamlet-like delay on this set of pardons — waiting until the very last day of his presidential term — no doubt caused those good people unnecessary angst about whether they would be facing imminent criminal prosecution.

Greg Schwed
New York
The writer is a lawyer.

In the wake of the violent Capitol insurrection on January 6th, President Donald Trump faces a dark new beginning as his term comes to a chaotic and controversial end. This event, incited by Trump’s false claims of election fraud and fueled by his inflammatory rhetoric, has left a stain on his legacy and deepened the divisions within the country.

Trump’s refusal to accept the results of the 2020 election, despite numerous court rulings and recounts affirming Joe Biden’s victory, has undermined the integrity of the democratic process and eroded trust in our institutions. His actions have set a dangerous precedent for future leaders to ignore the will of the people and cling to power at all costs.

The events of January 6th also revealed the extent of the damage Trump has done to our democracy and the Republican Party. His incitement of violence has led to calls for his impeachment and removal from office, even from some members of his own party. The GOP now faces a reckoning as it grapples with the legacy of Trump and the future direction of the party.

As Trump prepares to leave office, he leaves behind a country in turmoil and a presidency marred by chaos and division. The dark new beginning he faces is a stark reminder of the consequences of his actions and the importance of upholding the principles of democracy and the rule of law. It is up to all Americans to come together, heal our divisions, and rebuild our democratic institutions in the wake of this dark chapter in our nation’s history.

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January 23, 2025

Why is the PGA Tour beginning the Farmers Insurance Open on Wednesday? NFL is the answer

PGA Tour golf fans will have to adjust their body clocks this week.

For the fourth year in a row, the Farmers Insurance Open will begin on Wednesday at the Torrey Pines Golf Course in La Jolla, Calif. That means the cut will be made at the end of play on Thursday and the final round will be on Saturday.

The reason again is the Goliath of televised sports, the NFL.

Jim Nantz (right), with former broadcasting partner Nick Faldo, will anchor the first PGA Tour event of the season this week at the Farmers Insurance Open, at the Torrey Pines Golf Club in La Jolla, Calif. The tournament will be Wednesday through Saturday to accommodate the NFL conference championship games on Sunday.

CBS airs the AFC championship game on Sunday between Kansas City and Buffalo at 6:30 p.m., with the pregame show starting at 6 p.m. With the NFC game between Philadelphia and Washington at 3 p.m. on FOX, a PGA Tour event — or any sport, for that matter — would draw miniscule ratings.

What are the Farmers Insurance TV times?

That’s why the Tour has worked with CBS since 2022 to start the Farmers Insurance a day early. Golf Channel will air the first two rounds from 3-7 p.m. on Wednesday and Thursday and CBS will air the third round from 5-8 p.m. on Friday and the final round from 4-8 p.m. on Saturday.

CBS golf anchor Jim Nantz will be calling the Farmers Insurance third and fourth rounds remotely from Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City. He and Tony Romo are the CBS announcing team for the Chiefs-Bills game.

Golf Channel has early coverage of the third round from 3-5 p.m. and the final round from 2-4 p.m.

What’s on opposite the Farmers final round?

The Saturday time slot should result in decent ratings for CBS. The Tour will be competing with the NBA on ABC (Denver vs. Minnesota at 3 p.m.; Boston vs. Dallas at 5:30 p.m.), college basketball (New Mexico vs. UNLV on FOX, and a doubleheader on ESPN with Kentucky vs. Vanderbilt at 2:30 p.m. and Duke vs. Wake Forest at 4:30 p.m.); and figure staking and horse racing on NBC.

CBS has traditionally begun its golf coverage at Torrey Pines and aired the remaining California events until the Florida Swing starts at the Cognizant Classic in Palm Beach Gardens, when NBC airs those four events in February and March, including The Players Championship at the TPC Sawgrass Stadium Course March 13-16.

The only hardship is on Tour players competing in last week’s American Express and the Farmers Insurance Open. They get one less practice day but the travel time is minimal, with the two courses 129 miles apart.

This article originally appeared on Florida Times-Union: NFL conference championship games pushes PGA Tour event a day earlier

The PGA Tour is shaking things up this week by starting the Farmers Insurance Open on Wednesday instead of the traditional Thursday start. So why the change? The answer lies in the NFL.

With the AFC and NFC Championship games taking place this Sunday, the PGA Tour decided to move up the start of the tournament to Wednesday in order to avoid conflicting with the highly anticipated football games. By starting a day earlier, the Farmers Insurance Open can capture the attention of sports fans before the NFL games dominate the weekend.

This scheduling adjustment not only allows golf fans to enjoy both the tournament and the NFL playoffs, but it also ensures that the Farmers Insurance Open gets the spotlight it deserves. So grab your popcorn and settle in for an action-packed week of sports entertainment!

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January 22, 2025

School Zone – Preschool Basics Workbook – 32 Pages, Ages 3 to 5, Preschool to Kindergarten, School Readiness, Opposites, Beginning Sounds, Counting, and More (School Zone Basics Workbook Series)

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