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Boomer Opinion: How dark will winter be?

November 23, 2020Boomer Voices2 Comments

Larry on his porch.

Larry Checco writes, Bring on winter. But let’s hope for some light.

A boomer tries to explain the weather. But not so well …

August 20, 2018Boomer Culture6 Comments

Author and humorist Jerry Zezima tries to “splain” the weather.

A baby boomer sees the world around her changing

January 7, 2018Boomer Culture8 Comments

Former Californian Erin O’Brien now experiences New England living.

Connie Julien on Boomer Voices: Sad and Angry at the same time: “Well said Mr. Petrie. I hope all Americans sitting at home and seeing that happen to our Capitol will take…” Jan 15, 16:47
Dr. Frank Sinsheimer on Boomer Voices: Sad and Angry at the same time: “Mike, It could not have been better said. I have been to DC several times and experienced the same feelings…” Jan 15, 14:45
Sharon on Boomer Voices: Sad and Angry at the same time: “Well done. I especially appreciated your perspective from different times, and how those experiences shaped your life. I have only…” Jan 15, 14:15
Ardath Weaver on Boomer Voices: Sad and Angry at the same time: “Thanks for stating so well and sharing. I can only hope your voice helps more people transfer allegiance from a…” Jan 15, 12:37
Penn on Boomer Voices: Sad and Angry at the same time: “Well written and reflects what many, if not most, of us were feeling as we watched the unsettling news that…” Jan 15, 12:37
Laura on Boomer Voices: Sad and Angry at the same time: “Well said. I had the same feelings , anger and tears. Was truly a sad day. One that will be…” Jan 14, 20:56

In this excerpt from his new book Rise Up, Reverend Al Sharpton, a controversial boomer in American politics but who, as head of the National Action Network, is a highly respected civil rights leader nationwide, writes of his personal encounter with perhaps the best of those exceptional people. Read More »