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Fred Bruning's avatar

Hello, Margaret –

Thanks for note. No intention of putting one candidate at disadvantage – not purpose of column. Entirely agree that age and appearance are not best indicators of leadership qualities. Record of achievement and vision count most. We’re on same page, I think. Cheers and thanks again for reading. /fb

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Fred Bruning's avatar

A cheer for old Mizzou, John, and Sylvia Carter (and you, too).

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Fred Bruning's avatar

Hello, Margaret –

Thanks for note. No intention of putting one candidate at disadvantage – not purpose of column. Entirely agree that age and appearance are not best indicators of leadership qualities. Record of achievement and vision count most. We’re on same page, I think.

Cheers and thanks again for reading./fb

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Fred Bruning's avatar

Thanks, Mary Ellen. At my age, even smiling sometimes requires a nap. Cheers/fb

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Fred Bruning's avatar

Mets lost today. My fault: Only one hat. Thanks, Jim

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If two-hat trend takes off, does that make me an influencer? Tay-Tay, watch out!

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Terry -- There are days when I'd like someone to come off the bench. Remain alert

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Fred Bruning's avatar

If you have change of heart, Lena, count on my vote.

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Plenty of company -- and crowd growing!

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Big sleep?

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Jamey L's avatar

2 hats are better than one, Dad!

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Fred Bruning's avatar

If two-hat trend takes off, does that make me an influencer? Tay-Tay, watch out!

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Bill Nichols's avatar

It's a touchy subject, this aging, which might turn out to make the difference in an election that imperils our democracy, but those of us who have observed your graceful progress toward octogenarianville can validate the truth in your humorous account of the journey.

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Fred Bruning's avatar

Laughing all the way, Bill -- between panic attacks.

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Laughing all the way, Bill -- between panic attacks.

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Jim Bunnell's avatar

I’m with you Fred. A simple happy life with minimal drama where my decisions do not impact the trajectory of the planet is more than fine with me. And two Mets hats are way better than no Mets hats. We need to protect our hairless domes from frying. 😜

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Mets lost today. My fault: Only one hat. Thanks, Jim

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Terry's avatar

Have I told you lately how much I enjoy your column? Always funny because they ring true! 84!!! I wouldn't mind being you when I grow up :)

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Fred Bruning's avatar

Terry -- There are days when I'd like someone to come off the bench. Remain alert.

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Susan's avatar

Can so relate! How many times have I talked on my cell, only to look for it! So pleased I have company!

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Fred Bruning's avatar

Plenty of company -- and crowd growing!

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Lewis Grossberger's avatar

Sorry, Fred, but I'm writing you in.

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Fred Bruning's avatar

Any interest in veep?

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