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  1980 Nomination Acceptance Address

  Ronald Reagan

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  Cover Art Photo: Ronald Reagan giving his acceptance speech at the Republican National Convention at Joe Louis Arena, Detroit, Michigan. July 17, 1980. 
  In his acceptance speech, Reagan envisioned “a new consensus with all those across the land who share a community of values embodied in these words: family, work, neighborhood, peace and freedom.” Reagan’s acceptance focuses on “three grave threats to our very existence, any one of which could destroy us. We face a disintegrating economy, a weakened defense and an energy policy based on the sharing of scarcity.” 
  Reagan places responsibility on the “Democratic party leadership-in the White House and in Congress-for this unprecedented calamity which has befallen us.” He says his first act will be “to impose an immediate and thorough freeze on federal hiring” and “to conduct a detailed review of every department, bureau and agency that lives by federal appropriation.” Reagan calls for “a 30 percent reduction in income tax rates over a period of three years” and reminds us that “every major tax cut in this century has strengthened the economy, generated renewed productivity and ended up yielding new revenues for the government”. 
  On the issue of national defense, Reagan asserts that we “know only too well that war comes not when the forces of freedom are strong, but when they are weak. It is then that tyrants are tempted.” While calling for a strong military, Reagan reiterates his long-held belief that government is too big and the “time is now to limit federal spending; to insist on a stable monetary reform and to free ourselves from imported oil.” 
  Search online for “Ronald Reagan major speeches” to see both a text version and a video version of this speech. Audio recording courtesy of the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library. AspenLeafMedia.com

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  How to Be Honest

  Olivia Werner

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  [How to Be Honest] delves deep into the intricate landscapes of truth-telling through a lyrical and unflinching exploration of human consciousness. Written with raw intimacy and philosophical depth, this groundbreaking work examines how we navigate the spaces between truth and deception in our modern world. Through masterfully crafted prose that weaves together personal reflection and universal insight, the book illuminates the subtle ways we construct our realities, challenging readers to consider how honesty exists in the silences between words, in the boundaries we create, and in the consequences we face when choosing authenticity. With the precision of a poet and the wisdom of a sage, this transformative meditation on truth explores how honesty shapes not just our relationships with others, but our fundamental understanding of ourselves, offering a radical new perspective on what it means to live truthfully in a world that often rewards deception.

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  We Are All Armenian - Voices...

  Aram Mrjoian

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  A collection of essays about Armenian identity and belonging in the diaspora. 
   
   
   
  In the century since the Armenian Genocide, Armenian survivors and their descendants have written of a vast range of experiences using storytelling and activism, two important aspects of Armenian culture. Wrestling with questions of home and self, diasporan Armenian writers bear the burden of repeatedly telling their history, as it remains widely erased and obfuscated. Telling this history requires a tangled balance of contextualizing the past and reporting on the present, of respecting a culture even while feeling lost within it. 
   
   
   
  We Are All Armenian brings together established and emerging Armenian authors to reflect on the complications of Armenian ethnic identity today. These personal essays elevate diasporic voices that have been historically silenced inside and outside of their communities, including queer, multiracial, and multiethnic writers. The eighteen contributors to this contemporary anthology explore issues of displacement, assimilation, inheritance, and broader definitions of home. Through engaging creative nonfiction, many of them question what it is to be Armenian enough inside an often unacknowledged community.

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  Hobbies - Learn about Bird...

  Sophie Henner

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  This book contains 6 titles of different hobbies to explore: 
  Bird Watching - Bird watching, also known as birding, is a recreational activity where individuals observe and study birds in their natural habitats. It can range from casual observation in one's backyard to more serious pursuits involving travel to specific locations to see rare or interesting bird species. 
  Genealogy - Genealogy delves into the complex web of family relationships and historical contexts that shape individual and collective identities. It often begins with an inquiry into one's own family background, such as understanding the origins and branches of one’s family tree. Researchers use various resources, including birth, marriage, and death records, census data, military records, and immigration documents, to trace the lineage and connections of family members across generations. 
  Larping - Live Action Role Playing, commonly known as LARP, is a form of role-playing game where participants embody their characters physically and interact within a structured narrative. Unlike traditional tabletop role-playing games, LARP involves players dressing in costumes, using props, and engaging in live-action scenarios that unfold in real-time. 
  Metal Detecting - Metal detecting involves using a metal detector, an electronic device designed to find metal objects nearby. These devices vary in form, from handheld wands to large industrial machines. 
  Podcasting - Podcasting has revolutionized the way we consume content, offering a platform for voices from all walks of life to share their stories, expertise, and passions with a global audience. 
  Stand-up Comedy - Stand-up comedy, as a form of entertainment, has deep roots that trace back through various historical and cultural practices of humor and performance.

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  Stay Here - Uncovering God's...

  Jacob Coyne

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  Please stay. The world is so much better with you in it. 
   
  Every forty seconds, someone takes his or her life. Anxiety, depression, and suicide are at all-time highs--and they're stealing our sons, daughters, friends, and spouses. 
   
  With tender passion and bold hope, Jacob Coyne, founder of Stay Here, infuses life into the dark corners of mental health. Giving hurting souls a reason to live, he shows not only how Jesus brings life to the full, but also how anyone--regardless of their past or pain--can find healing, including how to 
   
  · attack our anxiety and calm our storms; 
  · defeat depression and live with a sound mind; 
  · overcome intrusive suicidal thoughts and enjoy life; and 
  · transform pain, trauma, suicidal thoughts, and addictions into purpose. 
   
  It's okay to not be okay--but you don't have to stay that way. It's time to shine the hope of Christ into the darkness and witness His love transform broken souls into living, breathing signs to live.

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  American History for Kids: A...

  Captivating History

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  If you want to discover the captivating history of the United States of America, then keep reading… 
  Howdy, partners! Get ready to travel back in time to when America was first discovered. You’ll learn all about how the United States of America was formed and the most significant events in its history. You’ll be amazed to discover all the incredible things that have shaped the United States into the culture it is today.  
  Here are just a few clues about what you’ll learn:Why were Native Americans called Indians?Christopher Columbus wasn’t the first person to discover America!What would your Native American name be?The unsolved mystery of the missing first American colony.Just why did the first settlers move to America?How tea was responsible for the formation of the United States.“The British are coming!”—or are they?The formation and changes to the US Constitution. How one former slave helped free hundreds of slaves.What caused America to fight amongst itself during the Civil War?They found how much gold during the Gold Rush?!Who were the most famous gunslingers of the Wild West?The incredible inventions that changed the world.Did people really believe the streets of America were paved with gold?What are the most significant wars the United States has fought and why?Depression cake—it’s tastier than it sounds!The Roaring Twenties—learn to dance the Charleston! 
  This Captivating Guide contains fun facts, real-life photographs, interesting maps and images, and helpful pronunciation tips and explanations for those trickier new words. Plus, at the end of each chapter, there are fun and creative activities for you to enjoy.  
  So, what are you waiting for? Let’s be captivated by the history of the United States of America!

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