Michael Russell Blogs
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Chicago Cubs spring training ticket price hike a swing and a miss for loyal fans
The Chicago Cubs won the World Series for the first time in 100 years. How did they thank their fans? By hiking spring training ticket prices.7 years ago
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Trump, Republicans made smart move in pulling health care bill before House vote
We know Obamacare is failing, but the Republicans and President Donald Trump made a good call pulling their health care bill. It shows they actually care.7 years ago
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It’s far past time for employers to embrace the fun surrounding March Madness
Businesses who have ignored the March Madness fun are suffering from lower productivity and free team building. It's high time they make some changes.7 years ago
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Rachel Maddow’s tax return release her latest move to help Donald Trump
Rachel Maddow's rants against President Donald Trump drove voters his way during the election. Her release of his tax returns was just another move to help.7 years ago
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I’m optimistic about the Republican health care plan despite some red flags
We aren't even a full week past the Republicans unveiling their plan to replace Obamacare and the Democrats already have a few substantially large targets.7 years ago
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Let’s take a deeper look at the gender pay gap before we protest
Before you hit the streets in protest, let's take a deeper look at the so-called gender pay gap in the United States.7 years ago
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Do your homework and let Congress know what you think of GOP health care bill
I ask each of you -- whether you were cheering the Republican health care legislation or not -- to dig into the bill and let Congress know what you think.7 years ago
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We should applaud ICE, Maricopa County officials for partnering on immigration
ICE and Maricopa County officials are working across the aisle to do what's best for the county when it comes to immigration. It's about time.7 years ago
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Milo Yiannopoulos ordeal a 101 course in First Amendment rights, politics
I can't help but see that this whole Milo Yiannopoulos ordeal is a perfect example of our First Amendment rights, politics, and the free market system.7 years ago
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Donald Trump’s approach to the media is a move out of Barack Obama’s playbook
Before we get all fired up about Donald Trump calling news stories he disagrees with fake, let's remember that Barack Obama basically did the same thing.7 years ago
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Significance of Day Without Immigrants protest getting lost in other protest noise
A national protest called A Day Without Immigrants is being held across the United States on Thursday. The problem is, no one is going to care.7 years ago
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Yes, Michael Flynn resigned — now everyone settle down
Although he may the first to be hired and pushed out of consecutive administrations, its time to settle down about the resignation of Michael Flynn.7 years ago
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To adhere to law, we must remove emotion from immigration debate in America
If we are going to enforce a strict immigration policy in the United States, we have to remove emotion from the equation. Otherwise, it gets way too tricky.7 years ago
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Hey, slacktivists: Why not get off the couch and actually do something?
If you're new to my brand of snark, slacktivists are those that spout off on social media and then move on with their lives.7 years ago
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Before we criticize Trump’s travel ban, why don’t we give extreme vetting a try?
I'm not sure if President Donald Trump's temporary travel ban on some nations will work. But until we know extreme vetting will fail, why not try it out?7 years ago
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President Donald Trump is a mean guy — so what?
You can't be serious! President Donald Trump, the leader of the free world, isn't sweet to other world leaders? Outrageous!7 years ago
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Let’s be real when we talk about President Donald Trump’s border wall
OK, people, it's time to stop complaining about the great wall of President Donald Trump! Let's talk propaganda and some good that could come of it.7 years ago
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President Donald Trump gets an ‘A’ on Second Amendment rights stance
President Donald Trump is nailing his promised adherence to the Constitution of the United States when it comes to Second Amendment!7 years ago
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Before you click ‘post’ on politics, think about your digital legacy
Many of my social media friends are expressing emotion and not considering the lasting impact when they click "post" or "send" on social media.7 years ago
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Lessons we can all take away from hero who saved Arizona trooper’s life
Owning a firearm is a right but it is also a huge responsibility. We should all take that responsibility as serious as our state’s new hero, Thomas Yoxall.7 years ago
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Arizona will get a chance to listen to the legend that is Vin Scully
Arizona Sports will give Diamondbacks fans a chance to hear legendary Dodgers broadcaster Vin Scully call a game on Wednesday. You should tune in.8 years ago
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All Colin Kaepernick proved by not standing during anthem is he’s an idiot
The only thing that San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick proved by not standing during the national anthem is that he's an idiot.8 years ago
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Here’s your motivation to get out and enjoy a free weekend at a national park
This weekend, evert national park will celebrate their centennial with free admission for all. Here's your motivation to get out and take advantage of that.8 years ago
