I Should Tell Her Why I Did Not Refer Her
Dear Abby recalls a 40 year old workplace regret. A Washington DC consulting firm fired an accounting clerk from a small office and the author later refused a reference. Now they seek closure by confessing the injustice and considering how to set the record straight.
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Dear AbbyAdvice on work bias and family roles
Readers discuss job barriers for a Black woman with no reference and the ethical weight of employer disclosure policies. A responder analyzes relationships with fathers in law and biological fathers, offers guidance on handling extrovert friends and introvert needs, and ends with Dear Abby contact details.
NEA Crossword Puzzle Clues Across and Down
A list of across and down clues for a NEA crossword puzzle with items ranging from Mahal to Thurman. The clues cover various topics including music, science, languages, and common phrases, designed for a broad newspaper audience.
Astrographic guidance urges clear decisions and steady progress
The column advises standing up for beliefs while pursuing goals, warning against emotional interference and urging focus on concrete results. It highlights romance, personal happiness, and saying no to plans that benefit others over you, with discipline and persistence as keys to opportunity.
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