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Author: Tawsif Anam

TO COMBAT CRIME, VOTE REPUBLICAN

Posted on November 4, 2022 by Tawsif Anam

The rise in crime in communities across the United States affects the lives of the American people. To combat crime and to increase public safety in our neighborhoods, states, and country, we must vote for Republican candidates on the ballot. When crime rises, we know that we need strong law enforcement presence to fight the…

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INFLATION DIMINISHES FREEDOM

Posted on November 2, 2022November 2, 2022 by Tawsif Anam

Inflation hurts people’s budgets by decreasing the value of money. As prices rise in the economy, as a result of reckless government spending and the Biden administration’s opposition to fossil fuels, the freedom of the American people is diminished. American families, because of inflation, find it hard to afford groceries. They also find it challenging…

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ELECT LEE ZELDIN TO RESTORE LAW AND ORDER

Posted on October 31, 2022October 31, 2022 by Tawsif Anam

It is time to restore law and order in the state of New York. To help accomplish that goal, the people of New York must elect a Republican. New York was my port-of-entry when I arrived in the United States as a legal immigrant. As such, I have some special feelings for the state. I…

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DISMAL REPORT: THE DECREASE IN TEST SCORES

Posted on October 31, 2022October 31, 2022 by Tawsif Anam

Reportedly, test scores in the United States have decreased significantly. This is the result of school closures and mask mandates that students had to deal with during the period of COVID-19 outbreak. The pandemic caused disruption in people’s lives, all over the globe. Here in the United States, people suffered due to shutdowns and stay-at-home…

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BIDEN ECONOMY: HALLOWEEN’S SCARIEST

Posted on October 25, 2022October 25, 2022 by Tawsif Anam

Halloween is almost here. And there is nothing scarier than the current state of the American economy, also known as the “Biden economy.” Since President Joe Biden took office, the economy has been on a downward spiral. Just this month, it was reported that inflation jumped by 8.2 percent in September, compared to a year…

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THE SPACE WE OCCUPY

Posted on October 20, 2022October 20, 2022 by Tawsif Anam

At any given point in time, we are occupying space in this multi-dimensional world. It is our responsibility to respect this God-given space and make the best use of it. To my knowledge, no one has determined the composition of the soul. What a soul truly is remains a great mystery. The discussion of the…

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DEFEATING DISTRACTION

Posted on October 19, 2022October 19, 2022 by Tawsif Anam

The world, with all the elements in it, can distract us from our path. As we work our way towards our destination, diversions can push us in other directions. A person can defeat distractions if there is strong commitment to fulfill a purpose in life. When working on an important project, for work or school,…

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BYE BYE, CALIFORNIA

Posted on October 18, 2022October 18, 2022 by Tawsif Anam

The elected officials in California must take major steps to address the problem of rising crime. Otherwise, more and more people will leave the state.

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THE SILENCE OF THE WRITER

Posted on October 4, 2022October 4, 2022 by Tawsif Anam

A period of silence often precedes a storm. Similarly, when a writer feels that his creativity has subsided and his mind has been subject to a draught, a pouring rain of productivity may just be on its way. A writer must never lose hope. As long as the mind exists and is connected to a…

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MY LOVE FOR HANDWRITTEN NOTES

Posted on September 25, 2022September 25, 2022 by Tawsif Anam

In this age of technology, when people are texting, sending emails, including emojis in messages, my love for handwritten notes has grown in intensity. There was a time when handwritten notes and letters were the primary ways to communicate, in addition to spoken words. Even with the emergence of typewriters, a paper on which a…

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THE POWER OF LONELINESS

Posted on September 24, 2022September 24, 2022 by Tawsif Anam

I guess most people do not want to be lonely. But there are others who seek moments, days, weeks, or even longer periods of solitude. We all have different preferences. But can we truly be lonely? Our inclinations vary, depending on our personalities and experiences. The desire to be around people or to be lonely…

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TIME: FAIR, JUST, AND UNFORGIVING

Posted on September 21, 2022 by Tawsif Anam

Time neither pauses, nor stops. As I looked at my watch, I saw the ticking of the second hand. The movement of time, as we know it, is irreversible. We can track it, but we cannot change how it flows. As humans, we are confronted with the limitations that time has set for us. And…

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QUALITY TIME, QUALITY OF THOUGHTS

Posted on September 18, 2022 by Tawsif Anam

Any rational individual would like to spend quality time with family, friends, and loved ones. What constitutes “quality time” would vary, depending on who you ask. At the core, quality time refers to the time spent in doing that which would strengthen a relationship. In addition to quality time, quality of thoughts is also essential…

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HOW CRITICISM INSPIRES ME TO WRITE AND SPEAK

Posted on September 11, 2022 by Tawsif Anam

Some criticisms are constructive, while others are not. Regarding my writings and podcast, I have never been afraid of criticism. The words and reactions from critics inspire me to continue to be vocal in expressing my thoughts through writing and speaking. I believe in the free expression of ideas. I like to share my thoughts…

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DON’T BAN SINGLE-USE PLASTICS

Posted on September 9, 2022 by Tawsif Anam

I want a clean environment for all. I think we should take reasonable measures to keep the environment clean. Banning the use of single-use plastics is not a reasonable step to protect the environment. I think single-use plastic items, such as forks, knives, spoons, cups, boxes, etc., are essential and we must continue to use…

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MOURNING THE LOSS OF QUEEN ELIZABETH II

Posted on September 8, 2022October 23, 2022 by Tawsif Anam

Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II has died today. She was 96 years old at the time of her passing. The news of her death shook the entire world. In this context, I want to share something that I know from my family’s history. My maternal grandfather, Mr. Ansaruddin Khan, was a businessman and was also…

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MOVE-IN AND MEMORIES

Posted on September 6, 2022 by Tawsif Anam

The campus of the University of Wisconsin – Madison is once again full of young men and women who have arrived in the city to start the new school year. As students are moving in, my mind is taking me back to the years I spent at this university. Move-in days are bringing back memories….

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WHY YOU SHOULD WRITE YOUR LIFE’S STORY

Posted on August 31, 2022 by Tawsif Anam

Some believe that one’s life flashes in front of the eyes, right before the person’s death. There may be no known scientific way to test and validate that claim, because there is no apparent return from that point. As such, there is no way to write about that experience, except using one’s imagination. Additionally, the…

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THE GARLAND OF WORDS

Posted on August 29, 2022 by Tawsif Anam

For the writer, words are flowers that can be woven together to create a garland. The scent from the garland can be intoxicating, not just for the readers, but the writer too. No wonder, reading and writing are both addictive. A writer can forgo sleep to maximize the number of hours spent in creative expression…

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WHAT IS POETRY?

Posted on August 28, 2022 by Tawsif Anam

Poetry is the highest form of expression. If you want a definition of poetry, there is not one. You can feel free to look for a definition in a dictionary, but that would not tell you much about poetry. Poetry is recited, as much as it is written. But most importantly, poetry is felt. A…

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CALIFORNIA’S WAR AGAINST GAS CARS

Posted on August 26, 2022October 23, 2022 by Tawsif Anam

Never in my life did I think that the government, here in a major American state, would try to dictate people about what kind of vehicle should be used for transportation. But here we are. Reportedly, the California Air Resources Board decided that, by 2035, all new vehicles in the state would be required to…

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A PROFESSOR SAID – “PUBLISH OR PERISH”

Posted on August 23, 2022August 23, 2022 by Tawsif Anam

Human beings are mortal. Yet, there is a way to continue to live, long after one’s earthly existence has ceased. “Publish or perish,” said one of my professors at North South University, in Dhaka, Bangladesh. As far as I can recall, he had heard it during his time as a student, and as a teacher…

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MY ADVICE TO WRITERS WHO FAIL TO PRODUCE NEW WORK

Posted on August 20, 2022August 20, 2022 by Tawsif Anam

Words do not attach themselves to each other to create sentences. A writer puts one word after another for the expression of ideas, thoughts, and feelings. What happens when a writer fails to produce new pieces of writing, particularly fiction? If you are a storywriter, you are likely engaged in producing novels or short stories….

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GOD’S BEAUTIFUL CREATIONS, BESIDES HUMANS

Posted on August 18, 2022 by Tawsif Anam

As a child, I did not spend much time around animals. But I have always learnt to appreciate God’s creations. We are all created by the same God – humans, animals, plants, and all other beings. Since my childhood, I have always been fascinated by the wide variety of animals that are here on this…

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LIVING IN THE BEST CITY

Posted on August 11, 2022 by Tawsif Anam

The city of Madison, in the beautiful state of Wisconsin, is known as the best place to live in America, according to Livability.com. I decided to make Madison my home, many years ago, and I think it is one of the best decisions I made in my life. When I came to the United States,…

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THE SECOND-BEST CITY IN THE WORLD?

Posted on August 10, 2022 by Tawsif Anam

Is Chicago the second-best city in the world? It certainly is, according to a new list that was published recently. But what about the rise in crime in Chicago, and how is that affecting residents and visitors? According to TimeOut, Chicago is the second-best city in the world. The Midwestern city has excellent dining options,…

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FROM MY LIBRARY: A FEW BOOKS ON ASTROLOGY

Posted on August 5, 2022August 5, 2022 by Tawsif Anam

I started creating my own library when I was a young boy. From British literature to Bengali mystery books, from Tintin comic books to encyclopedias and books on history and geography, I enjoyed a wide variety of reading materials. I read the works of Satyajit Ray, Rabindranath Tagore, Charles Dickens, John Keats, Lord Tennyson, and…

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END THE NEVER-ENDING FEAR

Posted on August 4, 2022August 4, 2022 by Tawsif Anam

Since the outbreak of COVID19, many people continue to be affected by never-ending fear. I think it is time to eliminate the fear from our hearts. There are individuals who are still wearing masks due to their fear of coronavirus. I completely respect people’s freedom to wear or to not wear masks in public settings….

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WHAT ELSE WILL CLIMATE ACTIVISTS ASK PEOPLE TO GIVE UP?

Posted on July 31, 2022 by Tawsif Anam

Climate activists want people to make lots of sacrifices to fight global warming – giving up fossil fuels, giving up cars and choosing public transportation, giving up beef, etc. The things that people should sacrifice in order to meet the climate activists’ expectations are limitless. It is only the hardworking people of America who are…

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WHAT PRESIDENT BIDEN WON’T ADMIT

Posted on July 28, 2022July 28, 2022 by Tawsif Anam

President Joe Biden does not want to admit it. But let me tell you that it is now confirmed that the American economy is in recession. Latest data show that the gross domestic product (GDP) fell 1.6 percent in the first quarter and fell 0.9 percent in the second quarter. Many textbooks define “recession” as…

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HOW CLIMATE ACTIVISTS ARE TRYING TO DESTROY RELIGIOUS FREEDOM

Posted on July 17, 2022July 17, 2022 by Tawsif Anam

Climate activists, to combat global warming, want to reduce the consumption of meat, including beef. The efforts to push people to give up meats goes against the religious freedom of Muslims. Many climate activists are pushing for people to give up real meat and start consuming “plant-based meats“, to fight global warming. “Plant-based meats” are…

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PREVENT THE EROSION OF AMERICAN CITIZENSHIP

Posted on July 16, 2022 by Tawsif Anam

The power of American citizenship depends on the right to vote. If the right to vote is extended to non-citizens, American citizenship will be eroded. Recently, the New York City Council approved a measure to allow non-citizens to vote in municipal elections, for the offices of mayor, comptroller, borough president, and council member, as well…

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WHY WE SHOULD VOLUNTEER

Posted on July 12, 2022 by Tawsif Anam

Time is perhaps the most finite, as well as the most valuable, resource that a person has. The flow of time is beyond our control. To devote one’s time on an activity or effort for the benefit of society, in the absence of renumeration, is a very noble thing that a person can do. That…

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THE FREEDOM OF RELIGION HELPS GROW AMERICA’S DIVERSITY

Posted on July 11, 2022 by Tawsif Anam

The freedom of religion is included in the Bill of Rights, and people in America can practice any religion or not practice a religion. The freedom of religion is what helps America become more diverse. Conflicts, due to religious differences, occur in many parts of the world. In various places around the globe, there are…

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EXPRESSING MY THOUGHTS AND OPINIONS

Posted on July 2, 2022 by Tawsif Anam

I am a conservative. Being born and raised in Bangladesh, I did not grow up in a Republican or a Democrat family. I arrived in the United States when I was 19 years old, as an adult. My faith, my family, the way I was raised, and the principles I inherited from my mother make…

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DEBIT CARDS WON’T SOLVE GAS PRICE PROBLEM

Posted on March 28, 2022March 28, 2022 by Tawsif Anam

Gavin Newsom, governor of California, is proposing to provide direct payment to vehicle owners, as relief for rising prices of gasoline. Unfortunately, such a proposal would not address the core of the problem that is leading to the rising prices of gas. According to Governor Newsom’s proposal, Californians would receive debit cards, worth 400 dollars…

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DISCOMFORT: WHY A WRITER WRITES

Posted on March 27, 2022 by Tawsif Anam

A writer is not one who puts the tip of a pen on a piece of paper and proceeds to use language to craft an essay, state an opinion, present a poem, or create a story. A writer is someone who does either one, some, or all of these, not as tasks, but as a…

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CAN WE RESTORE CONFIDENCE?

Posted on March 26, 2022March 26, 2022 by Tawsif Anam

The world has suffered a massive blow. The Russian invasion of Ukraine and the global community’s failure to prevent the onset of such brutal attacks on innocent human beings have resulted in the erosion of people’s confidence in the civilized world. Many countries, including some of the largest industrialized nations, have expressed their commitment to…

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WHAT CLIMATE ACTIVISTS WON’T TELL YOU

Posted on March 7, 2022March 7, 2022 by Tawsif Anam

Here’s the reality that climate activists won’t tell you: fossil fuels help drive America forward. The Biden administration has imposed restrictions on domestic oil and gas production, and also canceled the Keystone XL Pipeline project. As a result, America is now dependent on foreign oil producers. Dependence on foreign oil producers makes the American economy…

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FAMILIES CAN HELP SENIORS WITH TRANSPORTATION NEEDS

Posted on March 3, 2022 by Tawsif Anam

Lack of reliable transportation is one of the greatest challenges that senior citizens face. But assistance from family members can help meet such needs. Many senior citizens have physical challenges due to old age. They need timely and safe transportation to go grocery shopping, visit the clinic for medical appointments, visit places of worship, travel…

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