Hey Reader! There are many things for which I'm grateful. Being self-employed is one of them. My flexible work schedule means I don't have to beg anyone for time off if I need to take my sick kid to the doctor or spend a morning running errands. For example, I spent today's lunch hour at a flash mob protest. Why protest? I registered as an Independent voter when I was eighteen, and I've never changed that. I've consistently voted for people versus their party alignment. My political...