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Hunger Strike Outside the White House

While in Washington, D.C. this past week, I stumbled upon several Uyghur activists across the street from the White House. Four of the demonstrators had begun a hunger strike two days earlier. New Jersey Congressman Christopher Smith was the featured speaker. Although the gathering was small, it was one of the more emotional demonstrations I have attended. Here are my thoughts and images.

Hey Gene, Is It Loaded?

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Suddenly, out of nowhere, I see former KISS co-founder, Gene Simmons, strutting down the street dressed in black and wearing model studded boots.  All that security is not for him, but that doesn't stop him from enjoying the stage as he struts his celebrity.  New York's finest are enjoying the spectacle, as Simmons poses for photos with dozens of cops.