Thomas Kean Jr. is Missing from Work

May 13, 2026, 20:03
USPolitics

Introduction

Thomas Kean Jr. is a leader from New Jersey. He did not go to work for more than 60 days because he is sick.

Main Body

Mr. Kean did not vote on 70 important laws. His office says he will come back soon. They do not say why he is sick. This makes other leaders in his party angry because they need every vote. Other people want his job. These people are from the Democratic party. They say Mr. Kean does not talk to the people. They think this is a big problem. Mr. Kean has a lot of money for his election. Donald Trump still likes him. The next election is very close and anyone can win.

Conclusion

Mr. Kean is still not at work. He is preparing for the election in November.

Learning

⚡ The Power of "DO NOT"

In this story, we see a pattern for saying things are not happening. For A2, you must master the helper word do.

How it works:

  • Normal: He is sick. →\rightarrow (State of being)
  • Negative: He did not go to work. →\rightarrow (Past action)
  • Negative: They do not say why. →\rightarrow (Present action)

Quick Logic: Do/Did + Not + Action Word = No!

🧩 Word Pairs: People & Power

Learn these groups to talk about news and jobs:

PersonAction/Thing
Leader →\rightarrowVote / Law
Office →\rightarrowJob / Work
Party →\rightarrowElection / Win

Key Tip: Notice how "Democratic party" describes the type of group. In English, the description comes before the person or thing.

Vocabulary Learning

leader (n.)
a person who directs or manages a group or organization
Example:She is a leader of the student council.
work (n.)
the place where a person is employed or the activity of being employed
Example:He goes to work every morning.
sick (adj.)
not feeling healthy; ill
Example:She stayed home because she was sick.
vote (v.)
to choose or decide by voting
Example:Citizens will vote in the election.
office (n.)
a room or building where people work
Example:The office is located on the third floor.
come (v.)
to move toward or arrive at a place
Example:She will come back to the office tomorrow.
back (adj.)
in the previous state or position
Example:He returned to his old job after a break.
soon (adv.)
in a short time from now
Example:The meeting will start soon.
party (n.)
a group of people with a common interest or goal
Example:He is a member of the Democratic party.
angry (adj.)
feeling or showing strong displeasure
Example:The leaders were angry about the delay.
need (v.)
to require something for a purpose
Example:We need every vote to pass the law.
job (n.)
a paid position of employment
Example:He is looking for a new job.
talk (v.)
to speak or communicate with someone
Example:They do not talk to the people.
problem (n.)
a difficult or troublesome situation
Example:This is a big problem for the party.
money (n.)
currency used for buying goods and services
Example:He has a lot of money for his campaign.
election (n.)
a formal decision-making process by voting
Example:The next election is very close.
close (adj.)
near in distance or time; tight
Example:The race is very close.
win (v.)
to be successful or victorious
Example:Anyone can win if they vote.
prepare (v.)
to make ready or get ready for an event
Example:He is preparing for the election.
November (n.)
the eleventh month of the year
Example:The election is held in November.