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Why the U.S.-Iran Talks Failed

The first face-to-face high-level talks between the U.S. and Iran since 1979 have ended without agreement. Hardly surprising; both sides put forward positions not subject to actual bargaining. On the U.S. side, JD Vance’s message to Iran was that no uranium enrichment for any purpose would be acceptable to the...

Upside Down: Calls Growing to Remove Trump

Momentum: What’s Next for the No Kings Movement?

The Foolest Month, Celebrating Our Humanity

At a certain point, a town stops being a place and becomes a recommendation of some algorithm or other.

Tourist Town: What We Lose When They Find Us

Mar 24, 2026

At a certain point, a town stops being a place and becomes a recommendation of some algorithm or other. One...

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“The glory of art is that it can not only survive change, it can lead it.” --Robert Redford

‘Glory of Art’: Metabolizing Chaos

Mar 17, 2026

During the tributes to Hollywood’s recently departed at the Academy Awards ceremony, a handsome portrait and quote from Robert...

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The first face-to-face high-level talks between the U.S. and Iran since 1979 have ended without agreement.

Human Habitat: Restoration Not Just ‘For the Birds’

Mar 10, 2026

Nature lovers know that scientists who study the health of bird populations and their habitats in the San Francisco...

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The first face-to-face high-level talks between the U.S. and Iran since 1979 have ended without agreement.

Worst Day, Redux: America’s Mass Shooting Epidemic

Mar 3, 2026

In the early afternoon of April 17, 2025, I received what to date has been the worst message ever...

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Manifesto

Feb 24, 2026

I am an ant insignificant in size one of too many working through life in service to power I am powerless joining in the belief that...

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Open Mic writers express their perspectives on a variety of topics.

Hypocritical Hijinks: Deceit Over Decency

Feb 17, 2026

Donald Trump to Iran’s leaders who are cracking down on protesters: “You better not start shooting, because we’ll start...

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The first face-to-face high-level talks between the U.S. and Iran since 1979 have ended without agreement.

Where Is the Line? Time to Choose a Side.

Feb 10, 2026

I have a question I never imagined I’d have to ask in the United States. Not, “Are you worried...

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North Bay Bohemian E-edition

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The Face of Hair Transplantation

The Face of Hair Transplantation

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The Face of Clean Energy Independence

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The Face of Financial Empowerment

The Face of Electrical Contracting

The Face of Electrical Contracting

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The Face of Elevated Asian Hospitality

The Face of Cannabis Retail

The Face of Cannabis Retail

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The Face of Dog Training

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The Face of Kitchen & Bath Remodeling Design

The Face of Real Estate in West Sonoma County

The Face of Real Estate in West Sonoma County

The Faces of Head Start of Sonoma County

The Faces of Head Start of Sonoma County

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The Face of Outdoor Dining in Kenwood

The Face of Personal Injury Law

The Face of Personal Injury Law

The Face of Hot Yoga

The Face of Hot Yoga

The Face of Reliable, High-Quality Cannabis in Marin

The Face of Reliable, High-Quality Cannabis in Marin

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The Face of Sonoma County Lavender

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The Face of Aesthetics and Wellness

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The Face of Healthy Aging

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The Face of Organic Chocolate and Tea

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The Face of Trusted Home Services

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The Face of Family-Owned Home Improvement