Three New Mexico towns contrast in culture and politics
Tom McDonald reflects on Las Vegas Taos and Roswell New Mexico comparing hippie influence religion politics and military presence. He notes global draws in each city and his move from Taos to Roswell while embracing local differences and life in the Land of Enchantment.
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Taos
Roswell
New Mexico
Land of Enchantment
Taosefios
Ing
Dems
United World College
Tom McDonald
Tools for policing changing quickly
The piece argues for police and military separation with amendments and acts cited, then traces the 1033 program transferring Pentagon surplus to local agencies. It notes $5.4 billion in equipment since inception, $980 million in 2014, and over 8,000 agencies enrolled. It defends lifesaving, while acknowledging concerns.
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U.S
SWAT
Defense Department
Defense Logistics Agency
Pentagon
Afghanistan
Iraq
Middle East
Secretary of Defense
Pharmaphobia and the fight over medical innovation
Amedicinedebate unfolds around capitalism in drug research. Tom, a Harvard Brigham physician, argues firms fund breakthroughs while critics warn of conflicts of interest. He contends banning industry ties hurts progress and cites improvements in lifespan and heart disease outcomes. He advocates for robust industry involvement.
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Harvard
Brigham and Women’s Hospital
Tom Just
Iron pills help raise hemoglobin for frequent blood donors
A donor must have hemoglobin at least 12.5 g/dL to give blood. If iron levels are low from menstruation or other causes, doctors may test with hematocrit and iron studies. A recent study found iron pills speed hemoglobin recovery after donation, suggesting 325 mg ferrous gluconate daily, best on an empty stomach.
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American Red Cross
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