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Author: larrymlease

Larry Lease is Senior Editor at The Washington Ledger, where he is in charge of all things related to proofing and approving content among other things. You can also find his political thoughts on Twitter @larrymlease.
“No Tax on Tips”, Not as Good as it Sounds
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“No Tax on Tips”, Not as Good as it Sounds

September 3, 2024September 3, 20244 min read larrymlease

Over the past few weeks, there’s been significant discussion about the idea of eliminating taxes on tips, a proposal that has caught the

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2024 Presidential Election Ad Spending Nearing $2 Billion
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2024 Presidential Election Ad Spending Nearing $2 Billion

August 30, 2024August 29, 20244 min read larrymlease

In the current presidential race, we’re witnessing an intriguing shift in strategies as Kamala Harris steps into the spotlight as the Democratic nominee,

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Kamala Harris & Donald Trump Make Their Case Ahead of Election Day
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Kamala Harris & Donald Trump Make Their Case Ahead of Election Day

August 29, 2024August 28, 20244 min read larrymlease

Today we’re diving into the theories behind Donald Trump’s and Kamala Harris’s presidential campaigns as they push toward Election Day. With just 70

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Team USA Basketball Wins Fifth Straight Gold Medal
Paris Olympics 2024

Team USA Basketball Wins Fifth Straight Gold Medal

August 10, 2024August 10, 20244 min read larrymlease

Over the past thirty years, the world has made significant progress, showcasing remarkable talents and emerging teams with great potential. However, when Team

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Katie Ledecky Becomes Most Decorated Female Olympian
Paris Olympics 2024

Katie Ledecky Becomes Most Decorated Female Olympian

August 1, 2024August 1, 20242 min read larrymlease

On Thursday, the American women’s 4×200-meter freestyle relay team clinched a silver medal at the Paris Olympics, marking an impressive milestone for Katie

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9/11 Mastermind Khalid Sheikh Mohammed Pleading Guilty
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9/11 Mastermind Khalid Sheikh Mohammed Pleading Guilty

August 1, 2024July 31, 20243 min read larrymlease

Three men accused of orchestrating the 9/11 attacks, including the alleged mastermind Khalid Sheikh Mohammed, have reached plea agreements in the military commissions

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Katie Ledecky Wins 1,500M Freestyle Securing 12th Career Medal
Paris Olympics 2024

Katie Ledecky Wins 1,500M Freestyle Securing 12th Career Medal

July 31, 2024July 31, 20242 min read larrymlease

Katie Ledecky clinched the gold medal in the 1,500-meter freestyle on Wednesday, marking her 12th career medal. This achievement ties her with fellow

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Katie Ledecky Shines at First Event 400M Freestyle Prelims
Paris Olympics 2024

Katie Ledecky Shines at First Event 400M Freestyle Prelims

July 27, 2024July 27, 20244 min read larrymlease

Katie Ledecky made a powerful start in her highly anticipated duel with Ariarne Titmus, setting the fastest time in the women’s 400-meter freestyle

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President Joe Biden Gives In and Withdraws from the 2024 Presidential Race
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President Joe Biden Gives In and Withdraws from the 2024 Presidential Race

July 22, 2024July 22, 202410 min read larrymlease

Republican Candidate for President Donald Trump now faces a new challenger in November. President Joe Biden announced on Sunday that he will not

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Trump Wins New Hampshire, While Nikki Haley Stays In
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Trump Wins New Hampshire, While Nikki Haley Stays In

January 26, 2024January 25, 20243 min read larrymlease

Former President Donald Trump has secured a significant victory in the New Hampshire Republican primary, marking his third win in this crucial early-voting

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