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    Laurie Nelson-Barker - August 6, 2016
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    And that’s why you shouldn’t let a robot clean your house

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    Laurie Nelson-Barker - July 9, 2016
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    The conundrum of pedal pushers and acting your age

    Laurie Nelson-Barker - June 25, 2016
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    Are you offended by slavery?

    Laurie Nelson-Barker - June 11, 2016
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    Why the SunRiver Pet Festival matters

    Laurie Nelson-Barker - May 28, 2016
    Selective empathy

    Selective empathy may work best

    Laurie Nelson-Barker - May 14, 2016
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    Instant Karma might not get you, but maybe real karma will

    Laurie Nelson-Barker - April 30, 2016
    Washington County Animal Shelter

    We need a Washington County Animal Shelter

    Laurie Nelson-Barker - April 16, 2016
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