I am glad I was born in America despite its past
A Baytown Sun reader reflects on growing up under Jim Crow, recounting segregated buses, hotels, restrooms, schools, and voting rights. The writer notes Emmett Till’s murder, barred college integration, and violence, then honors the progress led by courageous Americans and a Civil Rights Act. The piece ends with gratitude for a nation moving beyond its racist origins.
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Today in History prompt with notable events and quotes
On this date notable events include the 1865 founding of the Secret Service Division to curb counterfeit currency, the 1935 signing of the National Labor Relations Act, Elvis Presley’s 1954 Sun Records session for That’s All Right, the 1971 26th Amendment ratification, Arthur Ashe’s 1975 Wimbledon win, Casey Anthony’s 2011 acquittal verdict, and Scott Pruitt’s resignation a year prior. Thought for Today is Isaac Asimov.
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96 year old walker inspires park crowd at Hermann Trail
Lanny Griffith writes of a 96 year old consultant who walks Marvin Taylor Trail in Hermann Park. The octogenarian urges standing over sitting and argues workstation designs should force movement. He chats with bystanders while sharing his health philosophy and love of walking.
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If it's digital it's hackable says Sileo in book
Ginger Stripling notes in Baytown Sun column that author John Sileo warns smart devices are hackable and urges strong passwords and privacy controls. He cites biometrics as imperfect and discusses dangers of smart speakers and online tracking. Readers are advised to disable defaults, use password managers, and limit biometrics.
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Texas 2036 aims to reform education and workforce
The Dallas Morning News reports on Texas 2036 a long term reform group led by Tom Luce. Margaret Spellings named CEO to guide data driven efforts addressing education poverty and workforce gaps as Texas approaches its bicentennial in 2036. The piece notes uncertainty about success but highlights the value of comprehensive data driven planning.
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