Lawrence Lease
Bio
Alaska born and bred, Washington DC is my home. I'm also a freelance writer. Love politics and history.
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Term Limits for Congress: Fostering Accountability and Promoting Diversity
The United States Congress, which is made up of the House of Representatives and the Senate, is responsible for making laws and overseeing the federal government. Members of Congress are elected by the people and serve two-year or six-year terms, depending on whether they are in the House or the Senate. However, there are currently no term limits for members of Congress, which means that they can serve in office for as long as they continue to win elections. In this blog post, we will explore the benefits of instituting term limits for Congress and why they are necessary for a healthy democracy.
By Lawrence Leaseabout a year ago in The Swamp
The Witnessing Wall: A Tale of Hope and Unity at Obama's Inauguration
The Wall had been standing tall for centuries, a silent witness to the grandeur and tragedies of human history. It had seen the rise and fall of empires, the triumphs and struggles of countless generations, and the passing of great men and women who had left their mark on the world. But never before had it experienced anything quite like the events that were about to unfold on this day: the Inauguration of Barack Obama, the first African-American President of the United States.
By Lawrence Leaseabout a year ago in Fiction
The Time Traveler for Good: Keeping the MLK Dream Alive
Once upon a time, there was a man named David who lived in the year 2080. He was a time traveler, one of the few people in the world who had the ability to travel through time. David had always been fascinated by history and was determined to use his gift to make a difference in the world. He had read about all the great historical events, both good and bad, and had always wondered what it would be like to change the outcome of these events.
By Lawrence Leaseabout a year ago in Fiction
Altering Destiny: The Time Traveler's Quest to Prevent 9/11
The year was 2023 and the world was still grappling with the aftermath of the 9/11 attacks. For John, a physicist and time traveler, the attacks held a deep personal significance. He had lost a close friend in the North Tower of the World Trade Center on that fateful day in 2001.
By Lawrence Leaseabout a year ago in Fiction
The Risk of Changing History: A Time Traveler's Tale
John was a time traveler, born in the year 2050. He had always been fascinated by history, especially the events that shaped the world as it was today. When he was young, he had stumbled upon a time machine that had been built by a group of scientists, who had long since disappeared.
By Lawrence Leaseabout a year ago in Fiction
The Wall That Witnessed History: A Story of Patrick Mahomes and the Super Bowl
If walls could talk, they would have seen it all. The triumphs and the failures, the highs and the lows, the joy and the heartbreak. As a wall in Arrowhead Stadium, home of the Kansas City Chiefs, I have seen it all. But one moment stands out above all others, the moment when Patrick Mahomes became a legend.
By Lawrence Leaseabout a year ago in Fiction
Echoes of Valor: A Story Told by a Wall
"If walls could talk," I would have a tale to tell, one of bravery, compassion, and the unbreakable human spirit. I was there on that fateful day of September 11th, 2001, in the heart of the Financial District of New York City, watching as the events of that day unfolded before me.
By Lawrence Leaseabout a year ago in Fiction
From Enemies to Allies: A Story of Love on a Tropical Island
Ryan and Nathan were two soldiers from opposing sides of a brutal war. They had been enemies since the day they were drafted, fighting against each other on the front lines. But everything changed when their helicopter crashed on a remote tropical island in the middle of a mission.
By Lawrence Leaseabout a year ago in Fiction
Stranded Love: A Tale of Two Outlaws on a Tropical Island
Liam was a notorious bank robber, known for his cunning and daring heists. He had always been a lone wolf, never working with partners or involving himself in any kind of personal relationships. He lived for the thrill of the chase, the adrenaline rush of outsmarting the law.
By Lawrence Leaseabout a year ago in Fiction
Stranded Love: A Tale of Two Outlaws on a Tropical Island
Liam was a notorious bank robber, known for his cunning and daring heists. He had always been a lone wolf, never working with partners or involving himself in any kind of personal relationships. He lived for the thrill of the chase, the adrenaline rush of outsmarting the law.
By Lawrence Leaseabout a year ago in Fiction