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January 12, 2017
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August 1, 2016
#FAFSA Workshop – 8/20/16, 1-3 pm #Memphis #college #choose901Posted by Tecia "Lucy" Marshall under College Stuff, Community Info., Education, Grants
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May 3, 2016
Free #Grant Workshop 05/20/16Posted by Tecia "Lucy" Marshall under Community Info., Grants | Tags: choose901, community, grants, Memphis, nonprofit |
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February 24, 2016
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Grant Writing Workshop – Last chance to register!!!
We are one week away from an amazing grant writing symposium that is being held on Saturday, February 27th at the Calvary Church, 1851 N. Houston Levee Road in Cordova, TN. You won't want to miss this incredible experience learning to navigate your way through the non-profit and grant writing world. You will begin writing group-grants the same day to practice your skills. You will hear from finance professionals on the art of making an effective budget, learn how to speak the funder's language, and what funders are looking for.
Come and join us for this amazingly interactive workshop that will be sure leave a lasting impression!
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June 29, 2015
Grant-Writing Workshop – Saturday, July 25, 2015 #grants #grantwriting #nonprofit #communityPosted by Tecia "Lucy" Marshall under Community Info., Grant-Writing/Fundraising, Grants | Tags: 501c3, grant, grant writing, grants, non-profit, nonprofit |
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07/25/2015 8:30a.m. – 2:30p.m. – – Grant Writing Workshop – –
Another amazing Comprehensive Grant Writing Workshop will be held at Grace Church of the Nazarene, 8979 E. Shelby Drive, Memphis, TN 38125. The cost is $120.00/per person and includes all training material, continental breakfast, lunch, a list of over 500 funders, tax forms, and a high impact and interactive grant writing session. You will begin writing a group grant before you leave the training and will feel quite comfortable with the whole process! You will be amazed at your ability to write grants throughout this process. We are here to empower you and will do so throughout this course.
You need to register https://www.eventbrite.com/e/copy-of-grant-writing-workshop-tickets-17150790476 Seating is limited, and group discounts are available. For more information, contact Kimberly Benson, via email@example.com.
February 27, 2015
@StartCo is Accepting Applications for Summer 2015Posted by Tecia "Lucy" Marshall under Community Info., Economic & Financial, Grants, Special Events, Technology, Workshops | Tags: entrepreneur, entrepreneurship, funding, grant, grants, seed money, small biz, small business, start ups, start-up, tech, women |
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StartCo is Accepting Applications for Summer 2015
Startco is recruiting tech startups for their Summer 2015 Accelerators: Seed Hatchery for B2B Startups, Upstart for Women-Led Startups and Sky High for Social Impact Startups. Applications period closes on March 1. Program Dates are May 4th – August 13th. Click the link more information!


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Judge Grants Summary Judgment to Arena Football One
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A federal judge from the Eastern District of Louisiana has granted partial summary judgment to Arena Football One (AFO) in a case in which it was sued by a player, who suffered multiple concussions while playing in the league.
In so ruling, the court relied on two pivotal findings; that the plaintiff had failed to demonstrate that AFO intended for the plaintiff to get hurt and second that there is no direct nexus between playing football and suffering a concussion.
By way of background, plaintiff Lorenzo Breland alleged that he sustained his initial concussion while playing for the Tulsa Talons in 2011, which is part of the AFO.
After the team doctor diagnosed Breland with a concussion, he alleged the team encouraged him to return and he started the following game. Subsequently, he played for the New Orleans Voodoo. The plaintiff alleged that he sustained a severe blow to the head during a game on April 11, 2014, which caused a second concussion. Breland claimed that, after the 2014 incident, he received inadequate medical attention and care and was pressured to return to playing football before he was fully rehabilitated. He alleged that, after complaining to the coach about his continued health problems, he was sent to a speech pathologist. The plaintiff alleged that this head injury caused him to remain bedridden for six weeks, and that he was ultimately suspended from the league and cut from the Voodoo. Breland claimed that the second concussion ended his career, and the defendants did not pay for his ongoing medical care or rehabilitation to allow him to return to play in a healthy manner. The plaintiff alleged that he continues to suffer long-term problems, including dizziness, memory loss, headaches, weight loss, neck aches and fatigue, and that he faces an increased risk for future disorders as a result of the injuries.
As part of his lawsuit, he asked for damages, past and future medical expenses related to the concussions, and medical monitoring to facilitate the diagnosis and treatment of future disorders caused by the injuries. The plaintiff claimed …
Settlement Reached in Standard of Care Case Involving Football Player
(Editor's note: what follows is a brief intro to a story that appears in the July issue of Concussion Litigation Reporter. Each monthly issue will feature six to eight stories on the legal strategies being deployed by practitioners in the concussion litigation space.)
A former professional football player, who sued a physician and the heath care company that employed him because he was allegedly re-inserted in a football game before the lingering effects of earlier concussions had worn off, has reached a settlement with the defendants.
In an exclusive interview with Concussion Litigation Reporter, the attorney for plaintiff Clay Rush, Steven A. Shapiro of Denver-based Fleishman & Shapiro P.C., said the settlement came after jury selection. "We picked a jury and went to lunch," he said. "When we came back, my counterpart said, 'We'll pay what you are asking.'" One media outlet reported the settlement to be seven figures.
Shapiro added that the key to the settlement with Dr. Saurabh Mangalik and HealthONE Clinic Services was the investment his law firm made in securing medical experts, who could help him build a case. His argument in the instant case was that the defendants had failed to satisfy the standard of care for re-inserting a previously concussed player back into a game. "There is an absolute minimum standard for this," Shapiro said.
He added that part of him wished the case had gone to trial. "It would have been interesting," he said. "The only other case like this that … (to view the rest of this story in the July issue and have access to future proprietary articles, subscribe by visiting https://concussionpolicyandthelaw.com/subscribe/)


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Reports of a sarcoma (a cancerous mass arising from bone, cartilage, fat or muscle) developing at the site of vaccine injection sites in some animals have led to the suspicion of a link between the vaccine and a disposition in some animals to this type of reaction. Most types of injectable vaccine and non-vaccine products have rarely been associated with sarcoma development in cats, but cats may develop a site specific sarcoma following rabies vaccination or feline leukemia virus vaccination.
These tumors are characterized as highly invasive, rapidly growing, and malignant. Metastatic (spreading) rates are reported to be 22.5 to 24 percent. Often, the cancer spreads to the lungs, but it may spread to the regional lymph nodes and to the skin as well.
The cause for the sarcoma development is unknown, but it is believed that local inflammation must first occur for the malignant mass to follow. In addition, initial reports focused on vaccine adjuvants (assisting ingredients) containing aluminum as a potential cause of the sarcoma. However, the role of aluminum is unclear because not all adjuvants used in the vaccines that have been associated with sarcoma formation have contained aluminum.
Lesions occur at the site of the vaccination, persisting and/or growing in size. In the advanced stages, the lesions will become fixed and occasionally ulcerated.
Vaccination with FeLV or rabies vaccine appears the be the underlying cause of this type of sarcoma. In fact, risk of sarcoma formation following a single injectable vaccination in the neck-shoulder region is 50 percent higher than for cats not receiving a vaccination. Moreover, the risk of developing the tumors may increase with the frequency and number of vaccinations given. In one study, cats given two vaccinations at the same site is 127 percent more likely to develop tumors than those not receiving vaccinations, and those with three or four vaccines at the same site were more than one and a half more likely (175 percent higher).
You will need to give a thorough history of your cat's health, onset of symptoms, and possible incidents that might have precipitated this condition. Your veterinarian will order a blood chemical profile, a complete blood count, a urinalysis and an electrolyte panel. FeLV and FIV testing should also be done, though please note that neither virus plays a role in the development of these tumors.
To assess the spread of cancert, X-ray imaging of the chest and abdomen should be done. Computed tomography (CT) images with contrasting agents, meanwhile, is used because the agents enable to veterinarian to examine the area more readily. He or she can then record the location, shape, and size of all masses occurring at the injection sites.
Masses at vaccination sites that persist for longer than three months, are larger than two centimeters in diameter, or increase in size one month after the injection should be biopsied. Advanced lesions should also be biopsied prior to definitive treatment.
A type of neoplasm that occurs in connective tissue
An in-depth examination of the properties of urine; used to determine the presence or absence of illness
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Small structures that filter out the lymph and store lymphocytes
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Good Morning Rikki here with my first piece of inspiration for the month. this month We as a design team decided to give Project Life a go,but it isn't my thing and it has been a challenge but a welcomed one. There are soooooo many Project Life products out there and they are truly beautiful, so I wanted to do a traditional layout using Project Life products, and of course Rainbow Splendour is the perfect embellishment to go with this theme of the month.
When I do mixed media its all about anchoring your brights with blacks, well for me it is. The Rainbow Splendour Polaroid Frame is my go to item and lets face it there's nothing better than a bit of black glitter!!!!
Another thing I love to do is cluster my embellishments, hopefully you where all lucky to grab some for the Rainbow Splendour Pretty Pins I love the fact that you don't need to worry about adhesive just slide and your ready to go. Perfect if your teaming them with the RBS Butterfly and Black Feather.
The Rainbow Slpendour Polaroid Frame works so well with your other Project Life inspired pieces that you would have in your stash, like the Heidi Swapp Polaroid Frame.....
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Top Ten Most Disappointing Movies of 2004BKAllmighty This list compiles the movies of 2004 that gave us hope, and then ripped it from our little, delicate bodies.
The Top Ten
This movie was doomed from the start, it seems. I mean, it was in development for close to a decade before things started taking off, was originally meant to be a direct spin-off from Tim Burton's 'Batman Returns' with Michelle Pfeiffer returning as the title role before things went south and she and Burton, who wanted to direct, left after things took too long and their careers progressed away from the project, and eventually dropped everything that had to do with Batman and that universe (becoming more of a "spiritual spin-off" - if such a thing exists). And, of course, it was dreadful. Everything was laughably bad. The story, the acting (Halle Berry, who had just won an Oscar for Best Actress - accepted her Razzie Award in person with the Oscar statuette in hand), the CGI effects, and the costume. Every element of the film was like the equivalent of passing a kidney stone (or perhaps a hairball -- which is more relevant). - BKAllmighty
This is so bad, Halle Berry (who hates the movie as much as you do) actually congratulated herself for winning the Razzie for this awful movie. Even worse, it's mainly just sex appeal, no Batman, and feels like a watered-down spin-off. - Swellow
Lets face it. Who would make a movie centered around CATWOMAN? She's a good villian, but a Catwoman movie with no BATMAN? This movie is doomed. - SonicDrummer231
I loved this film as it was perfect for taking my two cats to, they are called Gato Gordo and Jim! They loved it, there popcorn-flavoured cat food stained the seats - I had to pay £200 to replace them:(
This sequel to 2002's all-star heist film, 'Ocean's Eleven' (which was, itself, a remake of the 1960 all-star heist film, 'Ocean's 11'), while laden with even more A-list actors than its predecessor, it was no where near as clever or exciting. And that's a real shame. You'd think that a film featuring George Clooney, Brad Pitt, Matt Damon, Catherine Zeta-Jones, Andy Garcia, Don Cheadle, Bernie Mac, Julia Roberts, Casey Affleck, and many more would warrant a script that is worthy of it's A+ A-list cast. Thankfully, 2007's 'Ocean's Thirteen' raised the stakes and gave us a satisfying end to the trilogy. - BKAllmighty
BKAllmighty do you think this movie should be number 1 on this list.
More worst than disappointing
This movie really sucks
This should be higher.
Poor Stephen Sommers. Things have been going mostly downhill for him since 2001's 'The Mummy Returns' stunk so horribly. This movie was no exception to that rule. While it made a ton of money at the box office, this dark fantasy action film starring the ever-popular Hugh Jackman and the 'Underworld' star, Kate Beckinsale, was another critical flop. What was to blame? An overactive use of CGI, for one, and an underdeveloped story, as well. - BKAllmighty
Agree about overuse of CGI, but that's been SOP for some time, and it seems audiences expect it.
Far from worst ever in story line and special effects. And you might be missing that this flick was largely tongue-in-cheek, more comedy than monsterpiece.
Well, I can almost guarantee that anyone who enjoyed this movie at the time of its release will have likely drifted away from it by now, considering the current Bill Cosby "situation". - BKAllmighty
Hey hey hey it's a terrible movie on my birth year!
We were all so into the undersea world after 'Finding Nemo' dived into theatres earlier in the year (I never missed a Pixar movie (besides Cars 2) in theatres after that), and the idea of getting another awesome undersea adventure film (this time from the people who gave us 'Shrek' and 'Shrek 2' (the latter of which also came out earlier in the year)) sounded hunky dory (no pun intended with the "dory" bit). Too bad it was just your typical run-of-the-mill pop culture joke-filled bore fest stuffed with everything any kids movie has ever had in it before. I still feel the burn, today. Just as if it was a sting from a king jellyfish (had to bring up SpongeBob -- sorry). - BKAllmighty
As a little kid, I liked this movie. Bit as my brain developed, so did my eyes. And I saw what this movie truly was: Trash. - nintendofan126
Shark Tale is to Finding Nemo as Hoodwinked is to Shrek. - Turkeyasylum
I have to confess: I like this movie. But, I can understand why people think it's trash. - SonicDrummer231
M. Night Shyamalan's career took a total nose dive after 'The Village'. It had the attractive look and feel of a Shyamalan film, but lacked the edge it needed to be at all impactful to its audience, and by that I mean it was weakly written (especially the "twist" ending that M. Night is so famous for). Acclaimed film critic Roger Ebert reviewed the film very negatively, of course, and described the movie's problem in a way that I could never equal: "The Village is a colossal miscalculation, a movie based on a premise that cannot support it, a premise so transparent it would be laughable were the movie not so deadly solemn... To call the ending an anticlimax would be an insult not only to climaxes but to prefixes. It's a crummy secret, about one step up the ladder of narrative originality from It was all a dream. It's so witless, in fact, that when we do discover the secret, we want to rewind the film so we don't know the secret anymore".
That's bad. - BKAllmighty
The "noise" they've been hearing is a highway. Saved you two hours of crap.
The 'Exorcist' series of films has its ups and downs in a very literal sense. The first film was brilliant, the second film was a misstep, the third film was a far superior sequel, and this, the decades late prequel, was a massive disappointment (that's why its here). It was just lazy, to begin with. Replacing effective tension-building scenes and eye-catching visuals with cheap, thrown together gory jump scares. It was also just unnecessary. We didn't need this movie to be made and nobody asked for it to be made so why was it made? To make money, folks. And what followed is quite interesting. Because of the horrible reviews and the terrible box office returns, the studio decided to basically remake the film right away based off of a script originally written and declined for this film. The subsequent 2005 film, named 'Dominion: Prequel to The Exorcist', ended up being just as bad as this one (can anybody else here the "wah wah wah" trumpet noise? ). - BKAllmighty
It's a shame when corporate Hollywood interests take a classic and beat it to death and beyond.
"Rocky" is a prime example. "First Blood" was engaging---the sequels were big-budget cartoons.
And "Godfather III" was a pathetic parody of the first two.
Nothing wrong with making money, but that's not how a classic is born.
And a single classic will likely generate more revenue than five or more stinkers.
Ashton Kutcher was still riding the big wave from his starring role in 'That 70's Show', which landed him the role, but, much like his character, Kelso, from said television show, the movie tried so very hard to be smarter than it was capable of being. One might still find some fun in the premise, which is indeed intriguing, but those who desire a film filled with food for thought, you'd be doing yourself a favour by sitting this one out. - BKAllmighty
In a different time, Kutcher would be lucky to land a 10-second walk-on as a cabana boy. "Kelso" comprised the sum total of his skills.
2002's live-action 'Scooby-Doo' film was a pretty solid disappointment. It was lazy with its writing, didn't seem to get how to cast its characters (aside from Shaggy and Scooby - who were spot-on), and left its audience feeling grossed out and dirty with its raunchy, bawdy humour. It was not for kids, to put it bluntly. Well, the 2004 sequel, while basically making all the same mistakes, sort of went too far in the opposite direction with its humour and aimed itself entirely at an almost toddler-aged audience. Picture what 'Batman & Robin' did to Batman and re-work that scenario with the Scooby-Doo franchise. So, after 14 years of live-action Scooby-Doo media, we still have not gotten what we want to see on the big screen. Maybe we could get a live-action 'Scooby-Doo on Zombie Island'? - BKAllmighty
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Not so bad because Parker Posey saves the film with her outstanding performance.
It sounded like a good idea on paper, I'm sure. And, if properly handled, it could have been a really refreshing, cute, and funny movie (like 2014's 'Paddington'). Only, it wasn't. Bill Murray (who was impeccably cast as the voice of the titular character), himself, regrets making the movie (which says something). The story, as he tells it, was that he thought one of the Coen Brothers (Joel Coen, which is what the script said on it, to be exact). Of course, that ended up not being the same Joel Coen. If it had been, maybe the movie would've been suitable for viewers old enough to recognize how big of a poorly-written, underdeveloped cash grab the movie really was. Of course, the movie made money and had an even worse sequel made. - BKAllmighty
Believe it or not, this was my favourite movie as a toddler. It's definitely embarrassing to think about it, but when I look back at this movie, it was garbage. I can't believe I liked the sequel, which can be described as the biggest disgrace since Plan 9. - Swellow
I'm sorry, this movie just did not work for me. I obviously didn't see this when it first came out (I was born in 2003) but I have it on DVD and I really don't care for it. - RockFashionista
I enjoyed Thunderbirds when I was young, so really, my childhood had some of my Dad's childhood in it. This is something that took the idea of it and ripped it to shreds. They couldn't have come up with more preposterous ideas, such as making one of the original pilots too young to fly Thunderbird 3 like everyone remembers him, or making every other secondary character a kid, who get all the focus in this film for the sake of boring, childish dialogue, and saving all the special effects that would be needed to see the Thunderbirds in action for all the basic things that don't take much effort to simulate. Even Ben Kingsley couldn't stop the wooden acting all round, or save the sloppy plot. So, if you remember Thunderbirds for being exciting, thrilling, and unpredictable, with humour every now and then, prepare to be heartbroken. - PositronWildhawk
Sorry but I've always been a fan of Busted and they sang a song for the film and Brady Corbet (Alan Tracy) is gorgeous.
The movie is about teenagers in school.
Then years later Dragonball Evolution came out, which was about teenagers in school.
The new millennium was not exactly what one would call a joyous affair for Disney and their animation department. While some of their post-renaissance films were successes (either critically or financially, but never both at the same time), none of their films stunk as hard as 2004's 'Home on the Range' did at this point. The plot was just plain dull and the pointy animation style was almost painfully hard on the eyes. Mind you, things would just get worse the following year after the release of 'Chicken Little', everyone's least favorite animated film from Disney, would lead the world to wondering if Disney was still the studio to beat in the animation business, or just another desperate corporate entity trying to make money from stories that would barely fill a picture book. Oh, and because of the critical and financial failure of this film, no traditionally-animated movies would be released by Disney until 2009. Yes, one might call this a dark chapter in Disney's recent history. - BKAllmighty
Well, at least Nicole Kidman's post-surgical face-freeze fit the plot.
The first film (2000's 'The Whole Nine Yards') wasn't exactly a ray of sunshine. It was serviceable, but had the potential to be great with the pairing of Bruce Willis and Matthew Perry working so well onscreen. Well, it made itself enough money to allow for a sequel to be made and brought back the original film's two stars. Only, that's about all it gave us to look forward to. It was universally panned by both critics and audiences and was a box office bomb, making just over half its budget back. - BKAllmighty
I've never really been interested in this series. This and 'Underworld'. - BKAllmighty
The series had such a unique thing going for the first number of movies. How did this happen? 'Bride of Chucky' was the 'Batman Forever' of the franchise, and you know what that makes this film. - BKAllmighty


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History has shown us numerous time how strong the human will can be. Prisoners of the Nazi's have wrote about how they chose poems to recite that they all knew to maintain their sanity. When I first came to death row in 2004, I marveled at the level of sanity amongst the Men on Texas death row. There are men who have been on Texas death row for over 30 years, but still maintain their sanity. They still wake up with a smile, upset, generally aware that their isolated life is still apart of this world. This book however is about those of us who weather the storms of isolation and try to maintain our sanity. Those two things are Poetry and Art. The Poetry in this book was not composed by accomplished Poets but by men who decided that Poetry would be one way for them to further themselves mentally and to fight their isolation. The Art has been accomplished through minimal supplies but has the composition and vibrancy of accomplished artists. The men who donated their Art and Poetry to the European Association for Human Rights, hope that you come away touched by the poetry and amazed by the Art.
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To Thomas Jefferson from Maria M. Derieux, 30 June 1826
Richmond june 30 1826
As Mr Lancaster my Son-in-Law & Administrator of Mr Derieux decease'd. Is desirous to see all papers any way's connected with those he left? Will you be so kind as to lend me for a few Day's Mr Mazzei Will? I'l copy it & return it safe. That Favour will greatly Oblige
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Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee season 5 is available in: English [Original] on Netflix USA
Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee
Jerry takes his comedy pals out for coffee in a selection of his classic automobiles. Larry David sums it up best when he says, 'You've finally made a show about nothing.'
Jerry Seinfeld's roving talk show combines coffee, laughs and vintage cars into quirky, caffeine-fueled adventures with the sharpest minds in comedy.
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Best Triathlon Shoes in 2019 (Cycling And Running)
A triathlon tests your endurance in a variety of ways. It also requires you to make quick transitions between three different sports; swimming, cycling, and running. The right shoes can enhance your performance, prevent injury and make you feel less frantic as you streamline your process.
We've reviewed six triathlon shoes for both running and cycling, and for men and women, so that you can get a better idea of which one is right for you!
Why Are Triathlon Shoes Necessary?
Every second counts in a triathlon. Running shoes don't provide the power that you need for cycling, and cycling shoes don't provide the shock absorption and support that you need for running. Triathletes will generally use two separate pairs of shoes; one for running and one for cycling.
Cycling shoes have a stiff sole that transfers power efficiently from your leg to the pedal. Cycling shoes improve your power and efficiency while reducing muscle fatigue. They clip into your pedals, creating a streamlined mechanism between your body and the bike.
This allows you to use your hamstrings to pull up on the pedal. Without the clips, you can only push down on the front of the stroke using your hamstrings. This taxes one muscle group and doesn't take advantage of one of the most powerful parts of your body.
Running shoes have a flexible sole that cushions your foot while holding it stable. To reduce the risk of injury, they must reduce the impact that occurs when your foot strikes the ground. The best triathlon shoes for running are also light. This is why you see Olympians shaving off body hair the night before a big event. Every ounce of weight makes a difference when you're making repetitive strides in a long-distance run.
What Should You Look For In The Best Triathlon Shoes For Cycling?
A stiffer sole transfers energy better than a flimsy one. Therefore, cycling shoes are designed with rigid bottoms. Energy transfer is also more efficient when your foot is well-contained within the shoe. For this reason, you might want to look for a cycling shoe that is half a size smaller than your regular shoe. If your foot slides around, the shoe is too big.
Most experts say that cycling shoes might feel too small while you're walking in them, but they should be comfortable while riding. You don't want too much pressure around the widest part of your foot because this is where the power transfer from your foot to the pedal occurs. However, you don't want too much space here either.
Cycling shoes should also hug your heel snugly. To test the fit, have someone hold down the back of the shoe while you're wearing them. Try to lift your heel. If your foot slides out of the shoe, look for one with a more secure fit.
Although typical cycling shoes don't have a pull loop in the back, triathlon shoes do. That's because every second counts when you're pulling on your shoes.
Having a single closure instead of multiple ones makes getting into your shoes faster. Many cyclists prefer Velcro closures that open toward the outside. This decreases the likelihood that they'll get caught in the drivetrain.
The soles of cycling shoes are made from different materials. Nylon soles are the most affordable and durable, but they're also the heaviest. Composite soles are lighter and more responsive. Carbon soles are the lightest. However, they're the most expensive.
What Should You Look For In The Best Triathlon Shoes For Running?
Your running shoes should be comfortable and fit well, but what does that mean, exactly? The right size shoe should hug your heel without being too tight. Any play in that area will become worse the longer you run. Therefore, you want to eliminate the possibility of irritation from shoes that are too tight or too loose. A snugger fit is better, as the shoe will mold to your foot over time.
The width should accommodate the way that your foot spreads when you run. Your foot should be able to move from side to side in the toe box. This allows your big toe to move laterally, which gives you added stability.
Orthology explains that you should be able to pinch about ¼-inch of fabric at the widest part of your foot. You should also have about ½-inch of play between the end of your big toe and the front of the shoe.
The shoe should flex in the same way that your foot does. You have more mobility at your toes than you do in your heel or the mid-sole. Therefore, your shoe should be more flexible at the tip and stable throughout the midsection.
Triathlon Shoes (Running And Cycling) Materials
To shave time off of their races, many people don't wear socks during the competition. It can take a long time to wrestle a tight sock onto a wet foot. Therefore, triathlon shoe material is especially important to take into account.
Plus, triathlon shoes should be able to be put on and removed easily. Many triathlon shoes have larger foot openings, easier closures and lighter weights than traditional cycling or running shoes.
Triathlon shoes with proper ventilation and drainage can help keep your feet dry. Vents in the sole of a cycling shoe allow water to disperse after a swim or while you're sweating heavily. Breathable mesh uppers improve ventilation. Added cushioning around the inside, especially near the seams, can make triathlon shoes more comfortable when you're going sockless.
Best Triathlon Running Shoe Reviews
Below, we'll share a few of the best triathlon shoes for both running and cycling.
Men's Triathlon Running Shoes
This shoe is ideal for people who have a neutral foot strike. The shoe is durable and gets a lot of mileage, which means that it won't fall apart in the middle of a race.
The technology is well balanced for long-distance runners. The heel-clutching system technology holds the back of your foot in place. The gel cushioning systems are placed in the appropriate areas to absorb shock as you're striking the ground without limiting movement.
The upper is flexible, allowing for maximum mobility. The mesh stretches in all directions to fit your foot securely without loosening up.
The Zoot Solana ACR is excellent for running in all weather conditions. The design of the sole grips the road even when it's wet. Therefore, you can maintain your speed and gait whether it's raining or sunny on race day.
The weatherproof upper absorbs wetness more slowly than some other shoes. However, it's not completely waterproof. While that might detract from your experience on a rainy day, it provides adequate ventilation for sweaty feet. The Dri-Lex antimicrobial lining keeps bacteria at bay in the damp environment.
If you prefer to race without socks, you will probably find these extremely comfortable. The BareFit design features a seamless interior that eliminates rubbing on blister points and feels like velvet against your skin. With the heel-lock molded counter, your foot will stay in place, further reducing the likelihood that you'll develop blisters or sores.
The insole of the shoe is also thicker than most. This eliminates the need to add custom insoles for added comfort and stability.
Usually, shoes with more shock absorption tend to be heavier. That can be a challenge when you're trying to improve your race time without developing an injury. This shoe helps your feet and joints stay comfortable with minimal weight.
Shock is absorbed and dispersed through the injected ZVA midsole, which keeps the shoe feeling light and springy. The superb ground contact also enables you to use your power properly as you land and push off. This is a great shoe for those who enjoy the minimalist feel but need more cushioning.
The shoe's flexibility does have a downside. These shoes may take longer than other styles to break in. Once you have worn them on a few runs, though, they'll conform to the shape of your foot.
The 8mm drop, which indicates the change in height from the heel to the forefoot, is a good middle ground for quick sessions or longer runs. It encourages a mid-foot strike and shouldn't aggravate conditions such as plantar fasciitis or pain in the toe joint.
One of the standout features of this running shoe is its extremely well-ventilated upper. This is crucial when you're racing with wet feet. The seamless upper is also a dream on your feet when you're running without socks.
With an elastic lacing system, these are designed for fast transitions. The lacing adjusts to the size of your foot much more quickly than traditional laces.
The energy foam is perfectly placed to absorb shock when your foot strikes and transfer the energy to the push-off. The durable sole is designed to maintain traction on a variety of surfaces.
Women's Triathlon Running Shoes
This shoe is designed to enhance your natural gait while protecting your feet as you run. The gel cushioning at the rear and the toe absorb shock. The components in the sole are linked to help you propel yourself off of your running surface with ease. In fact, the shoe is designed to mimic your foot's musculature, creating tension where your foot naturally tenses and flexibility where you have natural mobility.
Support and stability are boosted with a dynamic duomax support system. This helps prevent injury on long runs.
ASICS has eliminated some of the seams in this shoe, making it more comfortable than previous versions for sockless running. It has other features that will benefit a triathlete, including a light weight, elastic laces for quick transitions and a breathable upper.
This shoe feels like an extension of your foot while providing excellent performance and responsiveness. The shoe features a low 2mm drop, and the seamless upper conforms to your feet. Even the laces are high-performance, featuring a snug fit without the need to tie them.
The company claims that the trampoline lug membrane is more tightly tuned than the membrane in some of the brand's other shoe styles. This helps stabilize the foot.
Many users say that running economy is improved in this shoe. It transfers energy efficiently, providing quicker speed with less expended effort.
Much of the responsiveness comes from the lugs and the mid-sole cushioning. The Newtonium EVA foam provides more comfort than previous models. The action/reaction landing platform helps with propulsion. Some say that it causes them to feel like they're falling forward, but this can be a benefit if you prefer that type of posture as you run.
The flex zone in the center of the sole is supportive. It also allows for ample foot splay. This can prevent your feet from cramping up during long runs. It also allows for a better fit if you have wide feet.
These shoes contain a biomechanical metatarsal sensor plate in the mid-sole. This helps provide a more stable surface underneath your foot than foam alone would. It may prevent metatarsal issues that are caused from running.
When it comes to comfort, this shoe does the job. The shoe is extremely well-ventilated. Even the tongue is breathable. Runners with wet or sweaty feet may appreciate the added air flow.
Irritation is minimized with the seamless upper. That means that you can run without socks and reduce the likelihood of developing blisters. The interior of the shoe is not as comfortable as some of the other models that we have reviewed here, though.
The heel lace lock prevents your foot from sliding around inside the shoe. Some users say that they didn't like the rigidity of the heel-midsole area, but they were fond of the flexibility in the forefoot area.
Plus, the durability of this shoe is impressive for a minimalist shoe. The high-abrasion rubber outsole wedge on the lateral heel provides extra ruggedness. The s.h.a.r.c. (super high abrasion rubber) on the forefoot extends the life of the outsole. The high-quality materials provide a good mile-to-value ratio.
If you run in low-visibility lighting, you will stay safer in these shoes. They offer 360-degree reflectivity to help you be noticed. These shoes may be best suited for flat road surfaces or tracks.
This shoe was made for speed. It's incredibly supportive and solid, but it's also highly responsive. That combination makes it an ideal triathlon running shoe for women. You should feel the pep in your step at both high and low speeds when you wear this shoe.
Some say that this shoe isn't the best for long runs, but that may come down to preference. The frame is sturdy, and the step is bouncy. This is a great shoe for those who prefer a larger drop. At 10mm, the offset compares to that of a traditional running shoe. This is not the shoe for runners who enjoy a minimalist drop.
Still, the cushioning is reminiscent of a minimalist shoe. It doesn't have a cloud-like sole, which helps you feel the road while you're running. The heel, tongue and sides are less padded than other models. However, this can improve propulsion and speed.
While this shoe is snug, it may not be the most comfortable for those with wider feet. It has a narrow construction.
The Pegasus 34 shines in its breathability. Added vents provide air flow, and your feet stay cool and dry during sweat sessions, especially on warm days.
Nike's Flywire technology offers precise support while minimizing weight and bulk. These cables act like suspension bridge cables, holding your foot in place as it flexes and shifts while you run. The Flywire technology helps the shoes feel snug, and the no-slip heel design keeps your foot secure.
Shimano SH-TR5 ShoesShimano SH-TR5 ShoesThese triathlon shoes for cycling are designed to maximize your efficiency as well as your comfort. They're lightweight, and the fiberglass-reinforced toe transfers power well without leaving your foot cramped and numb.
You can transition into the shoe quickly. It only has one hook-and-loop strap for closure, so you don't have to fumble with multiple straps. The reverse-strap fastener ensures that the loose end of the tab doesn't rub against your bike.
Because this shoe contains a large pull loop in the back, it's easy to slip on and off.
The inside of the shoe is lined with seamless fabric, which makes these ideal for sockless competitors. The well-ventilated upper keeps your foot extremely dry, further reducing the likelihood that you'll get blisters.
Some cycling shoes are so stiff that they're not comfortable to walk in or wear for long periods of time. The Pearl Izumi Tri Fly V changes that. Extra cushioning makes these shoes extremely easy to wear. The heel has extra foam to keep your foot in place. The heel is also taller than that of some other cycling shoes, which helps them stay comfortable while you're transitioning.
However, the stack height of the shoe is lower than average. This may give you a power boost. It might also mean that you have to lower your saddle a bit more than you're used to doing.
The nylon and composite sole combines durability with stiffness. The arch support helps your foot stay comfortable and pain-free, which gives you added comfort when you move to the running stage of the triathlon.
Two closures give you a personalized fit. The toe closure allows you to make the shoe snug at the toe box. This is ideal for people with narrow feet. The strap on top crosses diagonally, giving you even pressure across the mid-section of your foot. It also has a quick-release feature, which can reduce your time as you're switching from cycling to running.
The mesh upper provides adequate ventilation. The lining is soft and designed to provide maximum comfort when you're riding barefoot.
If you have wide feet, you should take advantage of the power in your toes by accommodating your feet with wider shoes. These are designed for people with wide feet. They're roomy, letting you splay out your toes on the pedals and push efficiently.
These shoes are some of the most durable on the market. They're made of full-grain leather that stands up to a beating better than many synthetic materials.
The downside to a leather shoe is that it isn't as well-ventilated as some other materials. The Lake makes up for this with airy mesh panels and small vents in the sole. Your feet can breathe, but the ventilation is limited.
The padded heel collar makes these comfortable around the ankle. The topline opening also allows you to get your feet in and out quickly. The downside is that your heel can slip slightly, dissipating some of your power.
The shoes make up for this with their stiffness. The carbon sole provides adequate power transfer.
They don't have the softest interior, but they would be ideal for people with wide feet who prefer to cycle with thin socks.
Women's Triathlon Cycling Shoes
One of the first things that you'll notice about these shoes is their bold coloring, if you select the pink option for them. They demand attention and look just as good as they feel. They also contain several features that can improve your ride.
These shoes run wider than some other brands of cycling shoes. If you have wide feet, these may be more comfortable, especially on long rides. Even though they're roomy, these shoes hug your heel snugly.
The sole contains a power zone, which combines arch support with rigidity. This translates into more power transfer with less exertion.
At 272 grams, these are not the lightest shoes on the market. However, they're still relatively lightweight.
When it comes to transitions, these shoes are easy to slip into and out of. One oversized Velcro strap is easy to adjust quickly.
These shoes are dependable and affordable. They're also comfortable.
The laser-cut upper is made from a Microtex material. The interior is generously padded and contains a sock liner. Therefore, these would be ideal for cyclists who don't want to slip on socks after they've completed their swim.
If you have had trouble with roominess at the top of your cycling shoes, you might want to try out this style. It envelops your foot like a glove, minimizing empty space. Your foot should stay in place without rubbing on hot spots.
The combination of a micro-dial at the top and hook-and-loop closure at the toe lets you adjust the snugness. You can quickly change the tightness of the toe closure if your foot swells as you ride.
The carbon reinforcement in this shoe adds to the stiffness while maintaining flexibility, something that many road cyclists look for. Because it is a blend of nylon and carbon, the sole isn't the lightest available. However, it provides superior performance for the price.
The high, narrow heel collar adds to the stability of this shoe. This gives you ample foot control and good power transfer. You won't waste your energy by losing power to a slippery heel.
This shoe offers an excellent combination of comfort and durability. The shoes are stiff but have lightweight construction. The adjustable footbed helps your feet feel good as you ride.
These triathlon shoes offer many of the features that make competing in a triathlon a little easier. They offer a wider opening that lets you slip in and out of them quickly. The two-strap hook-and-loop closure lets you customize the adjustment without slowing down your time.
The outsoles of these shoes are designed specifically for triathletes. The carbon outsole gives you the stiffness that you need for power. The neutral positioning holds your foot steady so that it doesn't roll inward or outward as you pedal.
To add to the comfort, the insoles have three interchangeable arch support options so that they give you a natural fit. The blend of microfiber and mesh in the upper let your feet breathe and stay as dry as possible. The Giro Facet also contains microfiber around the ankle collar. This prevents rubbing when you cycle without socks.
The shoe is treated with Aegis anti-microbial technology to prevent bacteria buildup and odors. This will help your shoes last longer even when you wear them in wet conditions.
The Giro Facet is available in white, chrome/white and yellow/chrome, which gives you plenty of fashion options too.
The best triathlon shoes (running and cycling) come down to preference. The perfect fit depends on the shape of your foot, your gait and your needs.
We found the Pearl Izumi EM Tri N1 to be preferable for the running portion of a triathlon. They have everything that a triathlete needs, taking into account the transitions as well as the time spent pounding the pavement.
The Shimano SH-TR5 Shoes were our favorites for cycling. They are lightweight and extremely easy to get on and off. You don't have to fumble with multiple straps. Plus, they're exceptionally comfortable to wear without socks, even if your feet are wet.


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It's a strange populism that denounces Wall Street in one breath and, in the next, shouts down tax changes that would treat the financiers' incomes like those of everyday folks.
But that pro-billionaire version of populism seems to have won big in the midterm elections. And it probably means the demise of a congressional effort to strike down one of the most outrageous provisions of our messed-up tax code, which is the special treatment of "carried-interest" compensation that's paid to many investment fund managers.
This loophole is so unfair that it gets criticized even by some of the tycoons who have benefited from it, such as former Treasury secretary Robert Rubin and other prominent investors I've queried. Basically, it taxes the money paid to managers of private-equity funds and similar partnerships at 15 percent, as if it were risk capital, rather than at ordinary income rates of 35 percent. (I'm assuming that the neopopulist Congress will balk at letting that rate rise to its old, pre-Bush level of 38 percent.)
As is so often the case with policies that benefit big business, the carried-interest break survives by invoking small business. It's argued that if congressional reformers have their way, they will gut compensation for all the little mom-and-pop partnerships that depend on carried interest. (Not to mention the hard-pressed little guys who own oil partnerships.)
A similar illogic leads many people to believe you are attacking Main Street if you suggest withdrawing the Bush-era tax cuts to people making more than $250,000. Perhaps it's part of the American ethos that we all think we're rich. Otherwise, it's hard to explain this popular defense of privilege - and the fact that the politically enfeebled Obama administration has caved to extending the tax cuts.
Democrats tried to stand up to pressure from the billionaires' lobby on the carried-interest loophole. Barack Obama campaigned against the provision in 2008, and he included the repeal in his first two budgets. The House passed a version of the reform on May 28, denying capital-gains rates for what the House report rightly said was "investment management services income."[...]
That political legerdemain is making America more unequal every year, and the polls show people are mad as hell at Wall Street and Washington, both. And yet the popular chorus continues: Save the tax breaks for the rich.
Thursday, November 18, 2010
Tax codes
David Ignatius wonders why Congress is "protecting a tax code that benefits the rich." Without a doubt, it's a very good question. One that I would like to hear a good answer coming from Republicans. Sadly, they never offer a good answer just some crap about having an adult conversation. By protecting the rich, you ignore the country's real needs. Here's some excerpts:
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Having entered the industry as a first-generation farmer, Michael Jones is determined to create a legacy of opportunities for his family. Joel Durkin reports.
For Welsh sheep farmer Michael Jones, one simple goal is set as apriority over all other farm business objectives. "I would like to be able to have my son Bedwyr on-farm with me one day. If he wants to be involved, I want to be able to support him," he says.
Michael, a 29-year-old first generation farmer, has seen his family grow over the past year and hopes to expand the tenanted business, which currently manages about 650 ewes and 12 British Blue cross Friesian breeding cattle, so he can involve his son in future.
To achieve his ambition, Michael has outlined several plans for his beef and sheep business near Llandygai, Bangor.
"I would like to increase
the stocking gradually"
"I would like to think I can get 900-1000 ewes. This is where I would like to be," he says. "And I would like to grow the cattle to 25-30.
"While it would be possible to achieve this number in the farm's current condition I would like to increase the stocking gradually as I carry on investing in the farm."
It is a surprising statement for a man who, after being granted entry to the industry through a long-term tenancy aged 24, has grown the business from a small pedigree flock of about 60-70 Charollais ewes operated from his grandfather's nearby farm, to a profitable commercial and pedigree unit set across 280 owned and tenanted acres.
The growth of the business has taken him five years and his determination is as prevalent now as it was back then.
Born in Glan Conwy, Michael's farming career began at a young age with pedigree Charollais sheep.
Despite spending time on various academic and agricultural courses, Michael's desire for practical farmwork was always stronger than his inclination for learning in educational establishments.
"I have worked on beef and sheep farms," he explains. "I have been lucky enough to work on farms with different systems and I took everything on board."
Michael also held a number of other jobs in the industry while supporting the pedigree flock which he took on from his grandfather. But he was given an opportunity to fulfil his ambitions to enter as a farmer when a tenancy at the Penrhyn Estate, managed by Carter Jonas, was advertised in the local newspaper.
"I went to them with a business plan," Michael says. "When we were looking at another farm we formed a business plan with a consultant but it was very formal and not personal."
He has stuck to his self-made plan with the Carter Jonas tenancy, going into cattle by year three.
After being accepted for the tenancy and moving to the farm in 2011, it is clear Michael and his partner, Gwawr Owen, were set on grabbing the opportunity with both hands.
Gwawr says: "If the tenancy were for five years we would currently be in our last few months.
"But the 15-year agreement gave us the confidence to get a bank loan and set about quickly building a flock from 60-70 pedigree ewes to our current numbers."
The business currently keeps 80 pedigree Charollais ewes, 200 Welsh ewes and 370 Texel mules in addition to the cattle.
Half the pedigree Charollais flock are put to a pedigree tup with offspring sold at pedigree sales. The other half are put to a Beltex or Texel tup.
The commercial lambs are predominantly sold through Llanwrst livestock market at about 38kg liveweight. Michael explains a key benchmark is the number of animals sold through the mart as a proportion of his flock's size.
He is currently selling about 700-750 through the mart each year but is keen to increase the figure to about 1.45-1.5 times the flock's size.
"I have lost a lot of ewes this year through stupid things but an important figure is the number of animals sold through the market," he says.
Another key strategy for the business is maximising the use of grass and Michael is currently in the middle of a significant reseed of the farm.
"I do not creep feed as I believe in pasture feeding. When we came in, 400-450 ewes was the most you could keep here. It is desperate for a reseed and I have probably done 50-60 acres and another 55 acres will be done this year."
"You do not realise what you have got until it has gone," he says, referring to the grass growth at his grandfather's holding. "We underestimated this, it grows a bit quicker than down here.
"We winter ewe lambs at the other place and we send a few away for wintering as well."
Until this year, the business ran without entitlements, with Michael instead opting to invest in stock numbers, which meant returns from sales have been vital for the farm's financial performance.
Lambing takes place from December to March to keep cash coming into the business.
"I have to have a steady flow of cash and every lamb counts," he says. "We have built ewe numbers up, we have started keeping our own replacements and I am looking to tighten my lambing."
Michael believes the breeds he operates are suited to the type of land the farm is built on and his pasture-feeding methods.
"I look primarily for good length when buying ewes. But livestock have got to choose the farm, you cannot keep pedigree ewes on top of a mountain in Scandanavia; equally, it has taken a while to find a ewe which works well on this place."
A variety of crops are also grown to feed the flock, including swedes and stubble turnips.
While he admits he is just beginning to find his feet on the farm, he recognises the chance to enter the industry with a tenancy is not often replicated across the industry.
Aside from working on his own farm, he takes on a number of activities to give young farmers a voice.
"I really want to see young people do well in the industry and they need to be given a chance. I am so grateful to Penrhyn Estates for the chance they gave me. I came in when I was 24 and Carter Jonas gave me a chance.
"It is nice to see and if I can give something back I will."
Michael serves as the Farmers Union of Wales's regional young livestock representative, but his activities to aid the industry have also taken on a more militant nature.
Last year, Michael and several North Wales farmers protested at various English and Welsh retailers – including Asda, Tesco and The Co-operative – over their attitude to New Zealand sourcing, as well as the falling cost of beef and lamb.
"Tesco and The Co-operative have been understanding. Asda have not even bothered communicating with the group," he says.
Following the discussions, Tesco agreed to trial a cost of production model for 100 lamb farmers.
"Whatever retailers come up with, there will be people who will praise it and people who will knock it down. Farmers need to stick together and unite a bit more.
"I would like to see the cost of production model targeted at young people," he adds. "It would give them stability to grow and learn on their feet."
Looking at his own business, following an investment into a 90 by 50 (WHAT - ft or metres?) lambing shed last year, Michael hopes to put up a further shed in the coming months.
Another key objective is to increase the scale of the cattle operation.
"I would like to get to 25-30. I think the cattle and the sheep complement each other well," he says.
As a first generation young entrant to the farm industry, Michael sees wider problems than supply chain relationships with farmers.
"Maybe the industry needs to get away from selling these legs of lamb. We will make a stir fry with chicken and eat steak but when it is done well you cannot beat minted lamb.
"Supermarkets have access to the top chefs and have to educate people and do something with different cuts of meat."


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Februrary 2nd, 2012
Minus a last minute miracle, an incredible shift in the course of the future of Pennsylvania is about to occur. With the Governor set to unveil his version of the budget on Tuesday, it is crunch time for gas development legislation. Senate and House Republican leaders are furiously pushing to get a deal done and out of the way before having to focus on the budget.
Unlike the other 38 states that produce NG and impose a severance tax, here in Pennsylvania we are witnessing the spectacle of our legislature compromising over a woefully inadequate "impact fee" rate to place on a commodity that managed to jump 10% in price in just a few days last week.
The opportunity to set ourselves up for much-needed, imaginative fiscal opportunities from an industry that brings with it huge changes to our landscape and lives – not to mention the risk of air and water quality degradation and perhaps eventually, our health – is slipping away without more than a dim murmur from the very few citizens who are paying attention.
The Governor and the majority of legislators have bought into gas industry fear tactics, warning us of the risk of industry economic retaliation by taking holding our ground for rightful share off the table. They ignore the reality of the billions already invested here and what our close geographical proximity to major markets, including industrial, heavily populated Ontario, means for the profitability of Pennsylvania's shale gas.
They ignore the rationale behind strategic corporate moves regarding tying up leases, drilling, fracing, pipeline and infrastructure projects and delivery contracts, among the 80-some drilling operators in our midst. In the meantime, the industry's operational free-for-all is leading to a tremendous supply glut and the downward trending price drop for NG everywhere in the country.
Perhaps someday we'will have an administration and a legislature that will make up for lost revenue during the Corbett era with a reasonable severance tax (a tax imposed by the state for the extraction of its natural resources to be used out of state ) with a percentage rate similar to that of ragingly red state Alaska (22.5%), or at least that other bastion of liberalism, Texas (7.5%).
Until then, it is not too late to focus on what is possible, and attempt to persuade our Republican friends to come to their senses, return to their conservative roots, and halt the assault on municipal rights in the current legislation. As most who follow the news out of Harrisburg are aware by now, the Governor and Republican legislative leaders have been pushing the gas industry's agenda to require oil and gas operations be a permitted use in all zoning districts in every municipality. In addition, proposed legislation in both the PA House and Senate would give the Attorney General the power to review a local zoning ordinance for "reasonableness" if a well operator or an individual challenges it.
The former is too outlandish an intrusion to need commentary here, but 84th District State Rep. Garth Everett recently explained why the latter, the so called "preemption" law, has gotten support. He wrote, "The reason for the desire for limits on what local municipalities can do is that some municipalities have already passed ordinances which ban gas development in the municipality. That is totally contrary to the Municipal Planning Code (MPC) and zoning law in general. The goal of the legislation, as far as most of us are concerned, is to allow reasonable development and afford reasonable local control …".
If Representative Everett is correct on the reasoning of the administration and their cohorts, it appears to be a huge overreaction at best. Once again, masterful gas industry PR initiatives, lobbyists and our own short sighted business boosters are running circles around our elected officials, our gullible media and those normally protective of local control of their community's destiny.
Ordinances to ban gas drilling outright, such as those advocated by of the Community Environmental Legal Defense Fund (CELDF), are clearly illegal under existing law. Such bans, adopted by the Pittsburgh City Council and other communities where drilling in unlikely to occur, are designed to ultimately end up in the U.S. Supreme Court to challenge the concept of corporate personhood. The industry has yet to take the bait here in PA, and won't, as long as these initiatives occur where it isn't worth the risk. And CELDF is not getting traction in communities with extractable gas and the required space to develop the infrastructure needed to get it to market. That fact isn't about to change unless a large majority of a municipality's residents can persuade local officials to forgo the monetary promise of gas and take on the cost of a likely legal challenge.
The gas industry's Marcellus Shale Coalition CEO Kathryn Klaber laid the groundwork for our legislative nightmare when she testified before in Governor's Marcellus Shale Advisory Commission in May of 2011. Klaber complained to Commission members that well operators were having difficulty navigating the zoning ordinances in 1,491 municipalities where shale gas drilling is likely.
Klaber neglected to add that a great number of those communities have no zoning ordinances at all. In November, she switched tactics when she issued this statement, "The establishment of a predictable framework of heightened health, safety, and environmental protections will benefit all Pennsylvanians, particularly those residing in nearly half of the [commonwealth's] communities in the Marcellus fairway without formal zoning rules…".
Klaber's credibility on health and environmental protections was shot long ago, with her frequent pronouncements on what her employers think is best for all Pennsylvanians. Communities that want to hold certain of their zoning districts free from some or all gas operations should not be denied the decision. If they overstep their bounds, we already have a judicial system in place.
True, when compared to the hopelessly outdated PA Oil and Gas Act, there are setback improvements in the proposed legislation. But how were these new setback distances derived, other than what Klaber and company have decided they can live with? Where is the sound science Corbett so often talks about? Since people's health, safety and environment in un-zoned communities need "heightened" protections from this industry, why has it taken so long, and where was the DEP?
Leased landowners need protection from undue industry influence in other ways, as in a legislative proposal by Representative Everett that has yet to gain traction which would void (cause to be re-written), predatory leases that placed the burden of government imposed charges on their share of royalties and not the well operator's.
By now landowners must surely recognize the arbitrary nature of when their property may host a producing well. Community decisions on the placement of various drilling operations is a much lesser impediment to ultimately receiving royalties than market and infrastructure realities. The gas industry is full up of clever and motivated people. Give them restrictions that maximize good outcomes for the vast majority of all Pennsylvanians, and not just that small percentage directly benefitting from gas operations, and they will figure out a way to produce more than enough gas.
It is understandable why the industry tries to impose their desires to do business their way upon our Commonwealth, but that doesn't mean we have to perform a legislative lapdance for them.
With horizontal wells already being drilled out as far as 8400 feet, and no limit yet in sight, there ought to be enough willing properties on which to put a well pad to keep operators busy for a long time to come, maybe long enough for concerned communities to acquire the necessary information needed to figure out just what health, safety, environmental, and economic protections are needed for their residents. Until then, tampering with local decisions is an endeavor those legislators with active consciences need to rethink.
Place a call and read your legislator the riot act. From the Governor's office to the halls of the General Assembly, those in control have done enough succumbing to gas industry seduction, threats and bullying. It's time they act with a visionary look to the future of Pennsylvania instead of a fear based reaction today.
Filed under: drilling in pa | Tagged: corbett, enviroment and gas drilling, gas drilling, Marcellus shale drilling, natural gas, pa budget, pennsylvania budget and gas drilling |


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The Anglican religion, England's state religion, can hardly be called protestant like the Lutheran or Calvinist religions, it's a pseudo Catholic religion. When King Henry VIII personally replaced the Pope as head of the Church of England, he and the country remained very much Catholic. In time, that church was strongly influenced by the Puritans and the Lollards who had followed John Wycliffe's teachings and wanted to change the liturgy, but it remained true to its Roman Catholic roots. The strong anti-royalist or anti-papist feelings in England in the 17th century were a sign of the growing opposition to Church abuse, of course, but the Catholic Church's demise was mainly due to the work of the Jews and the Huguenots who had created the East India Company in Amsterdam, in 1602. As the company dominated world trade, its owners became very powerful, and they were more determined than ever to destroy their mortal enemy, the Holy Roman Empire, or the Ancien Regimes of Europe.
When Charles I was decapitated in 1649, it marked the beginning of the end for the Absolute Kings of Divine Right and the Ancien Regime of England. At that time, the East India Company effectively controlled the economy of the Netherlands, but it had always wanted to move its headquarters from Amsterdam to the City in London. However, because Cromwell had disappointed his sponsors when he failed to establish a proper parliamentary system in England, they had had to postpone democracy for another 40 years until the circumstances were favorable for William and Mary to wear the crown.
In 1694, once established in the City at the helm of the Bank of England, investment in research and development (R&D) could start in earnest. Because they were sure to have their loans repaid in a timely and just fashion, they invested with abandon and launched what became known as the Industrial Revolution. Thanks to ready credit, the English economy became dynamic, and European know-how flowed into the country. The bankers then started financing infrastructure projects in order to facilitate tax collection, internal trade, commerce and exchange of ideas. However, developing road and canal transport didn't happen overnight, and the Industrial Revolution had to wait for the steam engine to really get started.
Denis Papin, a Huguenot from Hesse, had developed the cylinder and piston concept as early as 1695, but the use of steam was not fully exploited until James Watt invented the condenser in 1765. The Industrial Revolution coincided with the creation of the Bank of North America and Elie Whitney's mindboggling invention, the cotton gin with interchangeable parts, in 1781. The main industry of the times, cotton, had experienced a great leap forward with the invention of the flying shuttle in 1733, the spinning Jenny in 1764, and the spinning frame in 1769, but it was the use of steam power and the invention of the cotton gin that revolutionized the greatest industry of the times.
On the iron side of things, railroads started being built in early 19th century, but the rails were made with wrought iron and were not durable. Sir Henry Bessemer, another Huguenot, changed all that when he invented a steel making process in 1856. In his blast furnaces, air oxidized and raised the temperature of the molten pig iron, while a small quantity of molten pig iron containing manganese was added and converted the whole large mass of molten iron into steel in just minutes, without the need for any additional fuel. That's when track started being laid non-stop across Europe and America. In 1876, limestone was added to draw out phosphorous and make the steel less brittle, turning it into the wondrous material we know today.
Samuel Morse invented the telegraph in 1844, Elias Howe, the sewing machine, in 1846, Graham Bell, the telephone, in 1876, Thomas Edison, the light bulb in 1879, Galileo Ferraris & Nikola Tesla, the A/C motor in 1888, and Charles Steinmetz, the A/C transformer in 1893. When George Westinghouse bought Tesla's invention and started distributing A/C electrical current over long distances, the whole world lit up.
The Bank of England created in 1694 was the catalyst for the Industrial Revolution, but it didn't get started until steam power became a functional everyday reality. But more was to come. Because the Bank of England was made up of dozens of private bankers, it didn't speak with one voice, and though the bankers had become very powerful, they had also become very English, and very parochial. It wasn't until the first genuine international banker created the Bank of North America in 1781, and officially took over the English monetary system in 1810, did the world have an international financial institution that spoke with one voice. Today, two hundred years after that takeover, we are the ones who enjoy the benefits of the great market economies made possible by that man and his dynasty.


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Nearly nine in ten Medicare beneficiaries is satisfied with their prescription drug coverage, according to a new survey. Yet Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton have both supported measures that would weaken this coverage and deprive seniors of affordable access to medicines.
Their proposed changes particularly endanger Hispanic seniors' physical and financial health.
Hispanics are far more likely than whites to develop certain serious illnesses, such as liver disease and diabetes. And Latino Medicare beneficiaries tend to have significantly lower incomes than Medicare patients in general.
That's why the Medicare drug program, also known as Part D, is such a lifeline for the nation's Latino seniors. Enrollees in the program can choose from a variety of prescription drug plans offered by private insurance companies. The federal government helps pay a large share of their premiums.
That assistance substantially eases the economic burden on poor and previously uninsured seniors. In the program's first year alone, the number of low-income beneficiaries struggling to make ends meet dropped by 17 percent.
Hispanics seniors with Medicare drug coverage are also finding it easier to stick to their prescribed drug regimens. Before the program was created, Latinos were considerably less likely to continuously use medications as directed, raising their risk of disease.
In the case of heart medication, Latino seniors have improved their drug-adherence rate by 60 percent since Part D launched. The program has also helped lower the incidence of high blood pressure by almost 6 percent.
Medicare Part D is one of the most popular health care programs in the country. Ninety-two percent of seniors say their Part D plans are easy to use. Eight in ten think their plans are a good value.
By improving the health of seniors, Part D is also helping to keep the country's health spending under control. Seniors who gained prescription drug insurance thanks to Part D made 8 percent fewer visits to the hospital, saving our health system an estimated $1.5 billion per year, according to researchers at the University of Illinois and Johns Hopkins University.
Part D has managed to keep costs down without compromising quality coverage thanks to its competitive structure. By design, insurers must compete to offer the most affordable policies to seniors. These insurers negotiate with pharmaceutical companies to secure reasonable drug prices.
The leading presidential candidates, though, want to replace these private-sector negotiations with federal cost diktats.
Supporters of this change argue that government negotiations will further lower costs. But there is no evidence to support this claim. In fact, economists at the Congressional Budget Office predict that federal meddling could only save money if government officials restrict access to cutting-edge medications. As that CBO has explained, government negotiations carry "the threat of not allowing that drug to be prescribed or putting limitations on its being prescribed within that drug plan."
In other words, the proposal would severely limit Hispanic seniors' access to certain medicines.
Medicare Part D is a health lifeline for the Hispanic community. Our representatives — and political candidates — must fight to protect this valuable program, not undo it.
René Rodriguez, M.D., is president and founder of Salud USA, a national group of Hispanic physicians, health care providers and advocates.