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General news about this place of interest to all members.

Discuss the tough social issues such as homosexual marriages, abortion and family planning.

Discuss the drama, ups and downs of human relationships. Only registered members can read this forum.

Discuss the ups and downs of parenting. Network with other parents who have <i>been there and done that.</i> Only registered members can read this forum.

Discuss the impacts of religion, pro and con, on people and society. Caution: You must be tolerant of divergent views to post in this forum.

Tell us your joy or share your concern. We will comfort you and share your happiness. Only registered members can read this forum.

Discuss the ups and downs of the stock market, your financial philosophies and the impact of corporation on our nation and the world.

Discuss local politics like commuter taxes, education and our chronic transportation woes.

A place to discuss the important national issues of the day.

Discuss international issues of importance, such as the IMF, global climate change, the UN and the impact of globalization.

Place here poetry that you have written that you are fond of. If posting something not written by you, make sure you have the author's permission.

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This is a forum for you to place other creative works of art to share that are not written, such as photographs, artistic images, even multimedia. Make sure you have the author's permission if posting content other than your own. Only registered members can read topics in this forum.

Read member movie reviews. Discuss a favorite book, play or show. Tell us about a recent concert.

Get free, cheap and usually right on advice, or discuss your various PC and Internet woes.

Heard a good one? Tell us! Tell us!

Discuss the local and national teams including, of course the Redskins, Capitals, Wizards, Orioles, Mystics and collegiate teams. Also use this forum is for topics on health, fitness, weight loss and leisure.

Found something weird or bizarre on the 'Net or in real life? Post them here. Place R or X rated content in the Veranda Forums.

A place for grownups to discuss topics with "adult" and sexually explicit themes. Only adults 18 and over may partake in discussion in this forum. Special membership is required.