Category Archives: Politics

DB Cooper versus the FBI – An essay from Cooper researcher and author Bill Rollins III

Posted on February 12, 2021 by brucesmith49

By William S. Rollins III, Guest Contributor In his book, DB Cooper and the FBI, author Bruce Smith talks about a controversial method of discovering past events, a practice called “Remote Viewing.” Bruce discusses his experiences with Remote Viewing, and … Continue reading →

Posted in DB Cooper, Politics | 21 Comments

Predictions for the election and Covid – the arrival of “Grampa Joe”

Posted on November 2, 2020 by brucesmith49

By Bruce A. Smith Here on the day before the official “Election Day” of November 3, I’d like to post my predictions for the 2020 Election: Biden will win the national count by 12 million, and take the presidency with … Continue reading →

Posted in Covid-19, Culture, Environment, Politics | 94 Comments

A Covid Journal, Day 103 of Quarantine – and Day 27 of Nationwide Protests for Social Justice

Posted on June 21, 2020 by brucesmith49

By Bruce A. Smith These are the most dramatic days of my lifetime – the Covid crisis coupled with historic social change that will hasten the end of racism. The coronavirus has killed 120,000 Americans, half of whom would be … Continue reading →

Posted in Covid-19, Culture, Family, Health, Politics | 3 Comments

Graham resident – Gina Blanchard-Reed – Candidate for WA State Senate in 2nd LD

Posted on May 18, 2020 by brucesmith49

By Bruce A. Smith Gina Blanchard-Reed, a long-time resident of Graham and currently a Commissioner of the Graham Fire and Rescue Department, is running for the State Senate seat being vacated by Senator Randi Becker (R), who is retiring.

Posted in Cops and courts, Covid-19, Health, Politics, Self Reliance | 3 Comments

DB Cooper researcher looking for a Cooper $20 in ciculation

Posted on May 14, 2020 by brucesmith49

Special to the Mountain News Editor’s Note: Eric Ulis, noted DB Cooper researcher, is initiating a project to locate any DB Cooper $20 bills that may still be in circulation, or “hiding in Aunt Sally’s attic in Kansas City,” as … Continue reading →

Posted in DB Cooper, People Profiles, Politics, Remarkable men and women | 16 Comments

Yanah G. Cook running for Pierce County Council, District 3

Posted on May 6, 2020 by brucesmith49

By Bruce A. Smith Yanah G. Cook, a Democrat who resides in McKenna, is seeking the seat at the Pierce County Council for District 3, the region that encompasses all of South Pierce County. This chair is being vacated by … Continue reading →

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A Covid Journal – Day 17, Friday, March 27, 2020: Dylan’s dirge strikes a chord in quarantine

Posted on March 27, 2020 by brucesmith49

By Bruce A. Smith Bob Dylan released a new song today titled, “Murder Most Foul.” It’s a studio production of Bob’s stream of consciousness review of all the dramas of the past fifty years, starting with JFK’s assassination. As such, … Continue reading →

Posted in Covid-19, Culture, Nature, Politics, Self Reliance | 4 Comments

A Covid Journal – Day 15, Wednesday, March 25, 2020 – Contributors come forward with songs, stories, and creative ideas to help us cope

Posted on March 25, 2020 by brucesmith49

By Bruce A. Smith As I go into my third week of selective self-quarantining, I am amazed at the outpouring of creative tips from around the world on how to stay safe and sane. These welcomed suggestions range from Neil … Continue reading →

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A Covid Journal – The Great Calm: Day 13, Monday, March 23, 2020

Posted on March 23, 2020 by brucesmith49

By Bruce A. Smith As my second week in quarantine comes to a close, I feel a great calm emerging upon the land. Life is simpler, the world quieter. There is less traffic, less air pollution, less hustle and bustle. … Continue reading →

Posted in Bethel News, Covid-19, Culture, Graham News, Kapowsin, Mount Rainier, Nature, Politics, Self Reliance | 6 Comments

A Covid Journal, Day 9 of my Self-Quarantine –  1st Day of Spring arrives, along with distinctions between Covid, a cold, allergies, and the flu

Posted on March 19, 2020 by brucesmith49

By Bruce A. Smith Happy Spring, everyone! It comes early this year, March 19, 2020, due to the leap year and other astronomical perturbations that occur once every 400 years or so. Usually, spring arrives on March 21 but can … Continue reading →

Posted in Covid-19, Culture, Eatonville News, Health, Politics, preparedness, Self Reliance, Weather | 3 Comments