My Takeaway ~~ by Hénock Gugsa

My Takeaway
(of the Presidential Debate, 10/9/2016)
- by Hénock Gugsa -
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Spellbinding!  Fantastic !!
I have for a long time opted to watch these debates on C-Span for the basic reason that you get an unalloyed, unfiltered presentation of the events first-hand.  As a result, I am able to formulate my opinions or to describe my impressions as my own with a clear and uncluttered mind.  
So, here is my summarized take of last night's debate participants ...  ************************************************************
Last night's Presidential debate between Hillary and Donald was, in my opinion, unique and for the ages. It was historical (on many levels) and educational for everybody, young and old.

Donald Trump ===> unfocused, petulant, petty, insolent, bullish, and stubbornly unremorseful.

Hillary Clinton ===> polished, in-control, knowledgeable, confident, unperturbed, and worthy of high respect.
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How to Hit the Powerball - by Tim Torkildson

How to Hit the Powerball *

(a sure-fire formula, Guaranteed!)

- by Tim Torkildson -

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I aim to hit the Powerball just once in my short span;
and I have got a logical and foolproof master plan.

First I take my birth date and divide it by 16,
then I add that number to the price of Ovaltine.

Next I take the license plate of any car I pass
and multiply it by the days until I mow my grass.

Finally I cast my horoscope with a hand of Uno,
and divide it by the temperature up there in snowy Juneau.
I come up with a number that is guaranteed to win,
and write it down upon a piece of certified buckskin.
I’ll share my system with you for a negligible fee
(since I have been quite broke since back in ’63…).
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*Bulletin Board, Saint Paul Pioneer Press, October 2, 2016