American Ways 7 Archives – Vintage American Ways

June 21, 2017 By Maryanne Datesman Leave a Comment

Times are tough. We’re facing a lot of important issues in the United States and instead of thoughtful, serious discussions, many political leaders and commentators on television have resorted to …

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October 2, 2015 By Maryanne Datesman Leave a Comment

Most of us are familiar with the term “grandfathered in” that indicates an exemption from some new rule or law that has been enacted. Merriam-Webster defines the grandfather clause: “Law: a part of a …

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September 25, 2014 By Maryanne Datesman Leave a Comment

With elections coming, there is a lot of talk about the women’s vote and how to secure it. One party claims that the other party is waging a war on women and that women had better vote with them or …

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