“Now that the there is a path for the people of Puerto Rico to express ...” — Dick Thornburgh Quote

Now that the there is a path for the people of Puerto Rico to express their self-determination on Puerto Rico's political status, there are some who seek to block that path.

Internal self-government under a local constitution was authorized by Congress and approved by the residents in 1952, but federal law is supreme in Puerto Rico and residents do not have voting representation in the Congress.

That is why, with optimism instead of fear, all those who want to see Puerto Rico's status resolved should seek the truth about each option, including the upside and the downside of each.

Yet, individuals and corporations in Puerto Rico pay no federal income tax.

I got so tired of everybody talking about 'Stranger Things,' I think I developed a mental block against watching it.

I've been learning when to block shots against who I'm playing. I'm not just going to leave a shooter to go block shots.

I always try to block out an hour or so a day to read. Being a writer is a job, and reading helps train my brain in the right direction.

I've experienced writer's block, but never for more than a few days.

It doesn't matter whether the challenge we face is large or small, whether it's a statewide disaster or a crisis just on our own block - Nebraskans face it with courage, goodwill, and the unwavering conviction that we are part of one community of neighbors and friends.