Heige Boehm

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Author of 'Secrets in the Shadows', host of the podcast "A WRITER’S LIFE", and writing instructor at Crow Story House. Novice photographer, WWII and political armchair thinker. All photos by me. www.awriterslife.co www.heigeboehm.ca www.crowstoryhouse.co

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Concentration of power is a hallmark of authoritarian regimes. The U.S. uses checks and balances among its branches to prevent this. Erosion of these checks and balances is concerning and could signal a shift towards authoritarianism. What are your thoughts? #Democracy www.cnn.com/2024/07/01/p...

Biden issues a warning about the power of the presidency – and Trump – after Supreme Court’s immunity ruling | CNN Politicswww.cnn.com President Joe Biden on Monday ripped the Supreme Court’s decision on presidential immunity, which ruled that presidents have an absolute immunity from prosecution for core official acts.

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President Joe Biden on Monday ripped the Supreme Court’s decision on presidential immunity, which ruled that presidents have an absolute immunity from prosecution for core official acts, and issued a stern warning over a possible second term for former President Donald Trump.

Biden issues a warning about the power of the presidency – and Trump – after Supreme Court’s immunity ruling | CNN Politicscnn.it President Joe Biden on Monday ripped the Supreme Court’s decision on presidential immunity, which ruled that presidents have an absolute immunity from prosecution for core official acts.

Coastal Moments. Writing Tip. Strong character development turns a good story into a great one. Show your characters' growth by revealing their flaws, strengths, and motivations. Let them face challenges and make choices that evolve them over time. #WritingTips #Storytelling #Read #Write #Dream

Coastal Moments. Writing Tip of the Day Show, Don't Tell. Instead of telling readers what a character feels, show it through actions and dialogue. For example, rather than saying "John was nervous," write "John's hands trembled as he glanced at the clock." This makes your writing more engaging.

Political Armchair Thinker. This fascinating interview is filled with many insights, and one key takeaway is to choose your leaders carefully. #SpreadPeace #EndWar #EveryVoteCounts 72 Minutes To Wipe Out 60% Of Humans, In The Hands Of 1 Person! - Annie Jacobsen www.youtube.com/watch?v=asma...

Nuclear War Expert: 72 Minutes To Wipe Out 60% Of Humans, In The Hands Of 1 Person! - Annie Jacobsenwww.youtube.com Annie Jacobsen is an investigative journalist, New York Times bestselling author, and a 2016 Pulitzer Prize finalist. Her books include, ‘Area 51’, ‘Operatio...

34 ways to count conviction . . . qasimrashid.substack.com/p/special-ed...

SPECIAL EDITION: Donald Trump Convicted On All 34 Countsqasimrashid.substack.com From KKK Fred to Felony Donald — An 'Unpresidented' Day in American History

Coastal Moments. Many people have achieved great things later in life, demonstrating that age is not a barrier to success or fulfillment. Do you have a specific goal or dream you've been thinking about pursuing? #dream #life #ocean

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Reposting because this story is so wild: A scientist for the company that created Scotch Tape & Post-its discovered its toxic chemicals in human blood in the ‘90s. Despite findings showing widespread contamination, her research was stopped by executives who kept the information secret

Toxic Gaslighting: How 3M Executives Convinced a Scientist the Forever Chemicals She Found in Human Blood Were Safewww.propublica.org Decades ago, Kris Hansen showed 3M that its PFAS chemicals were in people’s bodies. Her bosses halted her work. As the EPA now forces the removal of the chemicals from drinking water, she wrestles wit...

I need some help. I'm wondering if anyone here has hiked the Carpathian Mountains from West Ukraine to Hungary, passing through Slovakia. If so, please message me. I'm conducting research for my next novel and have some questions.

Coastal Moments. Understanding what you love and realizing that it takes action to turn your dreams into reality is the key to making those dreams come true. What did you once believe was out of your reach, but a shift in your perception helped you achieve it? #oceans #water #life #dream

Coastal Moments Changing the factors that contribute to Donald Trump’s appeal among the population is a complex task. It involves addressing underlying social, economic, & political issues. What do you think are some strategies that could help mitigate the factors driving his support? #democrasy

Coastal Moments. Sunshine Coast.

Coastal Moments. The cormorant awaits the sun's grand entrance. #ocean #westcoast #birds

Coastal Moments. Out for a walk as the sun sets, grateful for this moment of quiet reflection. #sunshinecoast #sunset #Ocean

Coastal Moments. While washing the dishes, I glanced out the kitchen window. The captivating formation of #clouds begged to be #photographed #westcoast #sunshinecoast

Ending Ukraine-Russia conflict: #Ceasefire, #humanitarianaid, prisoner exchange, political settlement, security guarantees, reconstruction, #justice, regional cooperation, and long-term engagement is vital for lasting #peace. What are your thoughts? #war kyivindependent.com/ukraine-war-...

Ukraine war latest: US aid will help launch counteroffensive in 2025, Sullivan sayskyivindependent.com Key developments on May 4-5: * Zelensky: Ukraine open to all-for-all POW exchange * 150,000 Russian soldiers killed during full-scale invasion of Ukraine, Paris says * FT: US aid to Ukraine will h...

COASTAL LIVING. The tumbling of rocks beneath crashing waves is meditative for me. What about you? What's a natural sound you cherish? The image was taken in the fall on the Sunshine Coast, BC.

Understanding the shift toward dictatorship is crucial. When politicians align with corporations, and the ultra-rich fund policies serving corporate interests while laws erode human and women's rights, can indicate a slide into totalitarianism. What are your thoughts on the erosion of democracy?

Coastal Moments. While you may not be able to single-handedly solve all the world's problems, your actions, however small, contribute to the collective effort to promote human rights and build a more compassionate society. #HumanRightsViolation #BeKind #Story #BCSunshineCoast

Thank you for the warm welcome! And to all those who reposted my post, what a lovely reception it was.

bsky.app/profile/nyti... The potential ICC warrants draw attention to the moral challenges for a peaceful, sustainable, and critical solution that upholds the dignity and rights of all humans involved. #humanrightsviolation

Breaking News: Israeli and foreign officials believe the International Criminal Court is preparing arrest warrants for top Israeli and Hamas leaders related to the war in Gaza.

Israeli Officials Believe I.C.C. Is Preparing Arrest Warrants Over Warwww.nytimes.com Israeli and foreign officials say it appears the International Criminal Court is preparing to move against top Israeli and Hamas officials. The prosecutors’ office of the court declined to comment.

COASTAL MOMENTS. Years ago, I took my six-year-old niece for a walk along the beach. I told her, "You can find treasures on the beach, like pearls in shells." She picked up a shell, smiled, and said, "You mean there are diamonds in all shells?"

Hi everyone! I'm new to this platform and excited to connect with open-minded, critical-thinking individuals. My posts cover a range of topics, from images capturing the beauty of coastal living, sharing political insights and offering writing tips. #NewBeginnings #CoastalLiving #CriticalThinking

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