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    It is time to take back OUR Country

    RE-ELECT NOBODY! Views: 691Added: Tue. Jul 15, 2008 5:33pmPosted in: Living - Politics...

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    Franklin Hooper

    At 89, he's witnessed some of the biggest moments in history, and now he's using his life experiences to create a world of political satire.


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    Election Day 2008

    It's a huge day in American politics -- and no matter who you're voting for, it's a great testament that we're all talking about the candidates, the issues and more! Check out these other stories on GrowingBolder.com that will continue the conversation.


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    The Little Town With Big Dreams

    Eatonville, Florida, is built on dreams. It nurtured the goals of a young Zora Neale Hurston. This year the annual Zora! Festival celebrated an even bigger dream.


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    The internet is the greatest bridge ever built. If only we will cross it.

    I can no longer imagine my life without the internet, but many people in my age group plus the generation below and many generations above, are utterly clueless online. I know very few people older than 40 who fully embrace the web and all its...

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    John Morgan

    Growing Bolder presents the President of the United States ... well, sort of.


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    Alan Grayson

    Florida's freshman congressman is already making a big impact in Washington, but for more than 20 years, he's been studying something that has an impact on us all -- the age wave.


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    Hazel McCallion

    One of Canada's largest cities has re-elected Hazel McCallion 10 straight times, and at 88, this feisty former pro skater has no plans of slowing down.


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    Fast Forwards: Politics in the Afterlife

    The campaigns for President are getting hot and heavy, and we could all use a little laugh. Here's a joke that came to the Growing Bolder inbox, and whether you're a Democrat, Republican, Independent or Undecided, you'll like it!


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    Leonard Steinhorn

    Leonard is the author of "The Greater Generation: In Defense of the Baby Boom Legacy."


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    Get Ready for the Most Famous First-Granny in History

    Forget politics. There will be plenty of time to discuss, debate and second-guess. For now, hats off to the first family-elect for already providing an invaluable positive image role model -- a loved, needed, and independent grandmother.When the Obama...

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    Let's Hear it for the Girl!

    The Kennedy family does it again! Caroline Kennedy is now seeking the U.S. Senate seat left open by Senator Hillary Clinton's appointment to Barack Obama's new Cabinet. Kennedy, a married mother of three, is one of the best-known names in politics,...

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    Working From Home - Wonderful!

    The corporate world and many years in non-profits were fun when I was younger, but as I "matured"...

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    Susan Powter

    The woman who urged us to "stop the insanity" dropped off the national radar 10 years ago. She's back with a new look, a new platform but the same powerful message: there are no shortcuts in life.


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    This is Very Strange. And Very Cool.

    What do American Idol, Hell's Kitchen, CSI, Grey's Anatomy and AgeOP have in common? All were among the top 10 trending topics being discussed live on Twitter Thursday night.


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    World Energy Crisis - The Equation

    World Energy Crisis The Equation Energy Freedom ------------------------------ *equals* ------------------------------ Conservation Politics (Note: the above should read "Energy over...

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    How times Have Changed

    I recently returned from visiting my brother’s house. He lives in a small, rural northwoods...

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    Still Making Them Talk!

    Any doubt that the political race is heating up? Forget heating up -- a lot of big names are already burned by moves they've made in recent months.The latest person to get caught up in controversy is Geraldine Ferraro, the 72-year-old political...

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    Nationalized Health Care = Red Tape Nightmare

    The idea of a national health care plan is ridiculous. Since the 2000 election, I've had...

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    The Way We Get By

    "The Way We Get By" is making people all across America think about the way we treat our soldiers, our loved ones, and each other as we age. It's picking up awards and acclaim for its poignant and touching message.


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    5 Questions With: Will Cantrell

    At 60 years old, Will Cantrell is trying to launch a brand new career. No matter what happens -- he'll be laughing. And he hopes you will be too!


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    5 Questions With: Duke Barrett

    Duke Barrett has seen more tragedy and hope in his life than many of us will ever be exposed to -- and in many cases, he saw both in one place: Vietnam. Now he's sharing the stories of other veterans in a haunting new book.


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    Day 80: Upon My Soul

    Roz Savage is a British ocean rower, author, motivational speaker and environmental campaigner....

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    Introverts Extroverts and the 4 Personalities

    Introverts, Extroverts and the 4 Personalities By Dwight Bain, Nationally Certified Counselor...

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    GB Survey: Should Marijuana be Legalized?

    According to a new Zogby International Poll, 41 percent of the American public believes that the drug should be legalized. What say ye?


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    O'Connor Goes Public With Private Ordeal

    Retired Justice Sandra Day O'Connor spoke publicly for the first time Wednesday about her husband's Alzheimer's. O'Connor told senators that the disease takes a "staggering toll" on families and more research dollars and treatment options.


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    Donna Fargo

    Belting out country music tunes, Donna Fargo has more to sing about than just love and life -- she's got a political message to tell. The Grammy-Award winning music legend is taking her music to new levels.


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    Ted Kennedy Dies

    Sen. Ted Kennedy has died at his home in Hyannis Port, Mass., at age 77


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    Wavy Gravy

    Every day, Wavy Gravy still lives his life with the ideals and dreams born out of the hippie movement. He was the face of Woodstock and he's devoted his life to peace.


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    David Tabatsky

    For cancer patients and their families, there's never been a "support group in a book." Until now. David Tabatsky's intensely personal story led him to put together stories of inspiration and motivation.


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    Impersonator-In-Chief

    His biggest audience four years ago was a family of four looking for a new fridge. Now, he's in demand worldwide, entertaining live audiences and TV audiences in the millions. Come along as John Morgan transforms his life with inspiration and imitation.


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    Doris Roberts

    Five-time Emmy Award-winning actress Doris Roberts, best known for her role on “Everybody Loves Raymond,” talks about what it means to be old in Hollywood.


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    Martha Reeves

    The unmistakable voice behind songs like "Dancing in the Streets" and "Nowhere to Run" is more powerful than it's ever been.


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    Bill Wows the Powers-That-Be

    GB VP Bill Shafer is invited to tell local leaders about the new faces of aging. Watch him shake up a normally dry county meeting.


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    Obama-McCain Dance Off

    There are lots of election videos making the rounds these days. The newest one is also one of the funniest. Check this out. The Obama-McCain dance off.


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    George Bush: "Old Guys Can Still Do Stuff."

    President George H.W. Bush celebrated his 85th birthday just as he did his 80th and his 75th. He went skydiving in a tandem rig to prove that "old guys can still do stuff."


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    Vehicle of Change

    Get on board -- or get the heck out of the way! The American Cancer Society just rolled out a campaign aimed at educating the country's top politicians about the need for funding to put an end to the disease.


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    It's About State of Mind, Not Date of Birth

    John Land is about to turn 89 and is the second-longest serving mayor in U.S. history. He's traveled a long way but is just a few feet from where it all began.


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    Betty Olds

    The fact that she is older than the tree didn't stop an 86-year-old Berkeley woman from climbing it to protest its planned demise.


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    Ruth Hamilton

    Ruth Hamilton is 109 years young and still inspiring everyone around her. Wait until you hear about her incredible, history-making life.


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    I Was a POW with John McCain

    In 1972, decorated combat pilot and legendary aviator Joe Kittinger was shot down and imprisoned in the "Hanoi Hilton." The man in the next cell was John McCain. For the first time, Kittinger speaks out on camera about their experiences.


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    Nobel Winning Russian Dissident Dies at 89

    Alexander Solzhenitsyn, the Nobel Prize-winning Russian author has died at 89. His son said late Sunday that he died of heart failure. Solzhenitsyn was a world symbol of censorship and oppression in the Soviet Union.


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    The Fight Against Cancer Rolls On

    The American Cancer Society is fighting cancer with a 25,000 mile bus trip across the United States. Read on to see how this bus is encouraging politicians to make cancer a national priority.


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    Key To Success

    Are you going through awards show withdrawal? Not to fear, GB VP Bill Shafer was just given a wonderful award. We sent a camera crew along to capture it. We didn't have a choice -- Bill ordered us to go!


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    Arlo Guthrie

    Arlo Guthrie was born with a guitar in his hands and thanks to his legendary singer-songwriter father, Woody Guthrie, he's learned just how to become renowned himself.


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    Never Too Late For Love

    More than five decades after falling in love, activist couple Phyllis Lyon and Del Martin finally joined each other at the end of the aisle to say their vows. The women, both over 80, pushed and pulled their way to equal rights for gays.


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    McCain Cracks 'Em Up

    All of the candidates hoping to become the next president are reaching out with humor, whether it's appearances on the late night talk shows, or funny one-liners in speeches. John McCain recently made fun of his age on Saturday Night Live.



 

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