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"Lesson 22: Stewardship and Delegation," Duties and Blessings of the Priesthood: Basic Manual for Priesthood Holders, Part B (2000), 195–200
"Lesson 22: Stewardship and Delegation," Duties and Blessings of the Priesthood: Basic Manual for Priesthood Holders, Part B, 195–200
Lesson 22
Stewardship and Delegation
The purpose of this lesson is to help us understand and use the principles of stewardship and delegation.
Moses was a great leader, but after he led the people of Israel out of Egypt he found it difficult to solve all the people's problems by himself. Every day, from morning until evening, he sat before the people to answer their questions and to resolve their difficulties. But the task was too much for one man. After receiving counsel from Jethro, his father-in-law and a righteous priesthood leader, Moses divided the people into groups of 10, 50, 100, and 1,000. He then appointed a worthy man to lead each group. Thereafter, as the prophet of Israel, Moses spent his time teaching the people the commandments and solving the most difficult problems. The other problems were handled by the leaders he had called. (See Exodus 18:13–26.)
Moses became a more effective leader by organizing the people he served. His use of the principles of stewardship and delegation helped him establish order among the people of Israel and govern them more effectively.
Stewards and Stewardship
A steward is a person who has been given responsibility for someone else or for something belonging to someone else. President Spencer W. Kimball defined a stewardship in the Church: "[It] is a sacred spiritual or temporal trust for which there is accountability" (in Conference Report, Oct. 1977, 124; or Ensign, Nov. 1977, 78).
Stewardship in the Church involves three basic principles (see D&C 104:11–17):
Display a poster of the following list, or refer to the information on the chalkboard:
A Steward Is Entrusted with Something That Belongs to the Lord
The Lord said, "I, the Lord, stretched out the heavens, and built the earth, my very handiwork; and all things therein are mine" (D&C 104:14). The entire earth is the Lord's, and everything on it belongs to Him. Everything we have has been given to us by the Lord. He has entrusted our bodies, our talents and abilities, and our families to our care. We are stewards over these things. When leaders call someone to a Church position or give a priesthood assignment, they are assigning a stewardship.
Have the class members ponder for a moment the stewardships they have received from the Lord.
A Steward Exercises Agency in Caring for His Stewardship
As children of Heavenly Father, we have the agency to act for ourselves. Therefore, when we receive a stewardship, we are free to care for it in the way we decide. We are free to be faithful, diligent, and obedient; but we are also free to be lazy and disobedient. The Lord said, "I … have given unto the children of men to be agents unto themselves" (D&C 104:17).
A Steward Is Accountable for His Stewardship
The Lord expects us to be faithful in our stewardships, but He will not force us to do so. However, at the time of the Judgment we must make an accounting to Him of how we cared for our stewardships. We must also make an accounting to the Lord's representatives—our priesthood leaders—in priesthood interviews. "It is required of the Lord, at the hand of every steward, to render an account of his stewardship, both in time and in eternity" (D&C 72:3).
Have a class member read Doctrine and Covenants 51:19, 52:13, 72:4, and 78:22. What does the Lord promise to those who are faithful in their stewardships?
To delegate means to give another person responsibility and authority to accomplish a certain task for which you are responsible. The assigned task then becomes a stewardship for the person given the task. Moses was an effective leader because he used the principles of stewardship and delegation. Church leaders can also be more effective by using these principles.
Building the kingdom of God on earth is a glorious work, but no one can do it alone. When we are called to lead, we should involve others. A leader who works hard will bless many lives, but a leader who delegates effectively and inspires others to work hard will bless the lives of many more.
Effective delegation in the Church involves four basic principles:
Display a poster of the following list, or refer to the information on the chalkboard:
Select the Right Person
When we have a task that needs to be accomplished, we should prayerfully select the person to be assigned (see lesson 21, "Leadership: Inspired Decision Making," in this manual).
Assign the Stewardship
After selecting the right person, we should assign the stewardship. The proper way to extend a calling in the Church is to have an interview with the person. It is always appropriate to invite the person's spouse to the interview. Assignments such as welfare projects or administration of the sacrament may be made without conducting an interview.
What information should a leader give to a person who has just received a new calling or assignment? (The purpose of the organization or project, the duties of the assignment, the specific results the individual will be expected to achieve, and a time for the person to report back on his or her stewardship)
Allow the Individual to Govern Himself or Herself
Each person should be allowed to exercise personal agency in caring for his or her stewardship. A wise leader will offer his help to the assigned person but will never make the decisions for him or her. The leader will also offer support and encouragement.
When asked how he governed the members of the Church, Joseph Smith said, "I teach them correct principles, and they govern themselves" (quoted by John Taylor, in Millennial Star, 15 Nov. 1851, 339).
President N. Eldon Tanner wrote: "A leader should never try to do the work of one to whom he has made an assignment. … Give them freedom to do their tasks. Never criticize them, but praise success and encourage efforts. … We as leaders … should give the utmost attention to the personal growth of each individual through teaching correct principles and try to lead that individual to prepare himself for immortality and eternal life. This we should do by example and precept and then be prepared to help and support him in his efforts, but we should let him make his own decisions and govern himself according to the free agency that is his gift" ("Leading As the Savior Led," New Era, June 1977, 6).
Hold the Individual Accountable for His or Her Stewardship
Occasionally the leader should interview the assigned person and receive a report about the stewardship. During this interview the leader should help the person evaluate his or her performance and offer help and encouragement. He should also express appreciation for the individual's efforts. Sincere praise for people's actions builds faith and testimony.
President Tanner wrote: "An accounting should always be made to the leader, and he should expect such accounting. In Church administration the basic tool for accountability is [the] personal interview. … This can be a very rewarding experience for both parties, where there is an opportunity to give a self-evaluation, and where communication should be open and constructive. It is an ideal setting for offering and receiving help and assistance" (New Era, June 1977, 6).
Have the class members consider the following case study:
President Olson needed to call a teacher for the Aaronic Priesthood members in his branch. After much prayer and deliberation he felt inspired to call Brother Johnson, a new convert to the Church. When he met Brother Johnson at priesthood meeting, he made an appointment for Brother and Sister Johnson to meet him in the chapel at 6:30 that evening.
When the Johnsons arrived, President Olson invited Brother Johnson into his office for a brief worthiness interview; then he invited Sister Johnson to join them. After visiting for a few minutes, President Olson offered a prayer. After the prayer he said: "I have invited you here this evening to extend a calling to Brother Johnson. I have prayed about this matter and feel inspired to call you, Brother Johnson, to teach the Aaronic Priesthood class in our branch. I have great confidence that you will be an effective teacher, since I know that the Lord wants you to serve in this position." President Olson then went on to describe in detail the duties of a teacher of the priesthood class.
After making certain that Brother Johnson knew exactly what would be expected of him, President Olson asked if he would accept the call. Brother Johnson said: "I feel very humble in being asked to accept this responsibility, but I have faith that the Lord will help me to do it properly. I will accept this calling and do my best." President Olson then wrote down the duties for Brother Johnson to take with him and told him how important the brethren in his class were to Heavenly Father.
President Olson then asked Sister Johnson if she would support her husband in this calling. She said that she was very proud of her husband and would support him with all her heart. President Olson expressed his appreciation to the Johnsons and arranged for Brother Johnson to be set apart for his calling the following Sunday. President Olson then set up an appointment to meet with Brother Johnson again in two weeks to receive a report about the calling.
Two weeks later, when Brother Johnson came for the interview, he gave a very good progress report. He said he had learned much about teaching and was trying to be a good teacher. But he said that he still had much to learn. President Olson was pleased. He praised him and said he was doing a fine job. He encouraged him to continue to do his best and to keep learning, and they talked about teaching by the power of the Holy Ghost. They discussed ways that Brother Johnson might help a less-active member of the class. As they set up another reporting interview, President Olson and Brother Johnson each expressed thanks to the other. They both had confidence that Brother Johnson would be a successful teacher.
How did President Olson follow the principles of delegation? What did he do to help Brother Johnson succeed in his calling?
Stewardship and delegation help us accomplish the Lord's work more effectively. When we receive a calling in the Church, we are entrusted with specific responsibilities in the kingdom of God. These responsibilities are a stewardship, for which the Lord holds us accountable. We are free to care for our stewardships diligently or slothfully, but we will eventually be asked to make an accounting of them.
Effective delegation involves the principles of stewardship. It requires that we assign a stewardship, teach correct principles, allow the person to govern himself or herself, and hold him or her accountable.
As we are faithful in our stewardships and delegate effectively, the Lord's work will go forth. This is how Alma helped the Church prosper in his time.
Read Mosiah 25:19–24.
Identify the stewardships the Lord has given to you. Select one stewardship you can improve in, and set a goal that will help you do so. The next time you need to make an assignment in your family or your Church calling, follow the principles of stewardship. Delegate authority and follow through on the assignment.
Additional Scriptures
Psalm 24:1 (all things belong to the Lord)
Matthew 25:14–30 (stewards entrusted with and held accountable for talents)
Luke 16:10–13 (faithfulness in earthly stewardships)
Luke 19:11–27 (stewards to be good managers)
Doctrine and Covenants 59:16–21 (all things made for the prudent use of man)
Doctrine and Covenants 70:4 (accountability at the Day of Judgment)
Teacher Preparation
Before presenting this lesson:
Prepare the posters suggested in the lesson, or write the information on the chalkboard.
Assign class members to present any stories, scriptures, or quotations you wish.


text: Next to my tattoo of Notorious RBG will go my tattoo of Tina Fey. Though maybe I'm thinking too small and these broads need their own Mount Rushmore. Tina Fey visited David Letterman for the last time (it was her 20th appearance). (By the way, the podcast Stuff Mom Never Told You has a really eye-opening episode about late night television and women. It talks about the scandal where Letterman inappropriately slept with a number of women staffers, which gives Fey's clothing message of "Bye Dave" new meaning.) She wanted to show to him what the underworld of undergarments looks like and how she "will no longer conform to gender norms" in this way with the message #LastDressEver. And so the saucy lady from 30 Rock and The Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt stripped down to her Spanx on national television to show the world the absurd lengths women go to look a certain way. It got me thinking about the ridiculous contraptions brides often wear to look "perfect" too, which is silly because the wedding dress probably already comes with corset bone ribbing…Thanks Tina Fey for bearing all and calling out the ridiculousness of women's clothing, more like #LastCorsetEver.

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Mystic, Connecticut | Beaches, Aquariums & Maritime History
Mystic is a delightful town with many attractions to delight. Visitors can enjoy exploring the town, spending time shopping and even learning about the maritime history of the country. Southern Connecticut has miles of beaches and excitement. The region is filled with beauty and is great for nature watching as well as outdoor recreation. No matter what interests visitors have, they are sure to find something to enjoy during a visit to Mystic.


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A chemical search engine is of immense use if you regularly need information on chemicals. If your line of work or study involves the use of many chemicals then you will definitely need accurate information on a number of different chemicals. There exist many databases of chemicals that include all relevant data about chemicals; they have search engines which enable you to extract useful information from them. If you have the CAS No. of any particular chemical then you can use the database to identify it correctly and get all available information about it.
Be sure to choose the right chemical database and search engine that has the following features:
1. Comprehensive data: The database should contain all necessary data on every known chemical. It should have high quality information which is indexed correctly and updated very often, and is assembled by a team of scientists. The best databases are recognised by reputed organizations in this field, both in the private and public sector. They can have large numbers of entries divided amongst organic and inorganic chemicals.
2. Depth of data: CAS records contain a lot of data such as chemical names, formulas, structural diagrams etc. Certain databases give out a lot more information about others and you will have to choose one based upon the depth of data you require.
3. Ease of use: The search engine should enable you to browse the database by category or name, depending on which one is more convenient for you. Similarity searching is also very important. It should also make use of advanced technologies that enable accurate results to be obtained as early as possible.
4. Affordable: Search engines rarely offer data free of charge, especially if the information is of very high quality. However, it's a good idea to locate one that offers results at reasonably low prices. This will enable you to keep your overall costs down and is a very important factor if you need to use it on a regular basis.
5. Quick: The search engine should be able to provide answers within the shortest possible time, often no more than a few seconds, ensuring that work can proceed with as few interruptions as possible.
Since chemical search engines generally require you to set up an account before you can access the data and charge you for their services, it's a good idea to do the necessary research before selecting one to use.


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- Bali
/bah"lee, bal"ee/, n.1. an island in Indonesia, E of Java. 2,247,000; 2147 sq. mi. (5561 sq. km). Cap.: Singaraja.2. one of a breed of domesticated banteng cattle, Bos banteng domesticus, raised for milk and meat and as a work animal.
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Located in the Lesser Sunda Islands, off the eastern coast of Java, it constitutes, with minor adjacent islands, a province of Indonesia. The main towns are Singaraja and Denpasar, the provincial capital. The island is mountainous; its highest peak is Mount Agung (10,308 ft [3,142 m]). Colonized by India in early times and supplemented by émigrés from Java in the 16th century, Bali is the remaining stronghold of Hinduism in the Indonesian archipelago. Visited by the Dutch in the late 16th century, it came under Dutch rule only in the late 19th century. It was occupied by the Japanese in World War II and became part of Indonesia in 1950. Tourism is now one of the mainstays of its economy.* * *
▪ island and province, Indonesiaisland and propinsi ("province") in the Lesser Sunda Islands, Indonesia, 1 mile (1.6 km) east of the island of Java. Most of Bali is mountainous (essentially an extension of the central mountain chain in Java), the highest point being Mount Agung (Agung, Mount), or Bali Peak, 10,308 feet (3,142 metres) in height and known locally as the "navel of the world." It proved to be an active volcano, erupting in 1963 (after a dormancy of 120 years), killing more than 1,500 persons and leaving thousands homeless. The main lowland is south of the central mountains. The period of the southeast monsoon (May to November) is the dry season. Bali's flora (mostly hilly tropical rain forest) and fauna resemble those of Java. Some teak grows on Bali, and the giant banyan (waringin) trees are held sacred by the Balinese. Tigers are found in the west, and deer and wild pigs are numerous.When Islam triumphed over Hinduism in Java (16th century), Bali became a refuge for many Hindu nobles, priests, and intellectuals. Today it is the only remaining stronghold of Hinduism in the archipelago, and Balinese life is centred on religion—a blend of Hinduism (especially that of the Shaivite sect), Buddhism, Malay ancestor cult, and animistic and magical beliefs and practices. Places of worship are numerous and widespread, and there is a firm belief in reincarnation. Caste is observed, though less strictly than is the case in India, because nine-tenths of the population belong to the Sudra, the lowest caste. The nobility is divided into priests (Brahman), the military and ruling royalty (Kshatriya), and the merchants (Vaishya). Some Muslims and Chinese live in northern and western Bali, and there are a few Christians. The Balinese language is distinct from that of eastern Java, but the upper-class form contains many Javanese and Sanskrit words.The two major towns are Singaraja and Denpasar, the provincial capital; others include Klungkung, a centre of wood carving and gold and silver industries; Gianyar, with a lively market; Kuta, Sanur, and Nusa Dua, centres of the flourishing tourist trade; and Ubud, in the foothills, a centre for European and American artists, with a fine art museum. All Balinese villages have temples and an assembly hall, usually located on a square that serves for festivals and markets. Each family lives in its own compound surrounded by earthen or stone walls.Balinese farmers, raising principally rice, are organized into cooperative water-control boards. The average farm is 2.5 acres (1 hectare). About one-fourth of the agricultural acreage is irrigated, the remainder being used for yams, cassava, corn (maize), coconuts, fruits, and, occasionally, oil palm and coffee plantings. A large cattle population is supplemented by smaller livestock. There are several meat-processing plants; fishing is only a minor occupation. Food must be imported because of the growing population, but exports include beef, pork, coffee, copra, and palm oil. Tourism and the sale of craft articles are important to the economy. There is an airport near Denpasar.The Balinese are fond of music, poetry, dancing, and festivals, are extraordinarily able in arts and crafts, and are passionately fond of betting games, especially cockfighting. A typical Balinese gamelan (orchestra) consists of various percussion instruments, a two-string violin, and a flute; and every village has its gamelan club. Stage plays and, especially, dancing are an integral part of Balinese life, serving magico-religious purposes or telling stories by pantomime. The artistic temperament is also evident in sculpture, painting, silverwork, and wood carving and bone carving and in the animal-shaped wooden coffins in which corpses are carried to the cremation ground.Visited by Chinese traders and Indian literati, the Balinese had embraced Hinduism by the 7th century AD. Mahendradatta, the mother of Airlangga (who ruled Java from 1019 to c. 1049), married Udayana, the Balinese king, and many Javanese Hindus immigrated to Bali. In 1284 Kertanagara, last king of Tumapel (Singhasari) in Java, captured Bali; upon his death in 1292, the island regained its independence. Bali came under the rule of the Majapahit empire of eastern Java in 1343 and continued under the Majapahits until the empire was overthrown in 1478 by Muslims. The Dutch first visited Bali in 1597, when the island was divided among a number of warring Muslim states. The Dutch annexed the northern Balinese states of Buleleng and Jembrana in 1882, and, in the 1894 Dutch invasion of nearby Lombok Island, the Balinese prince, Anak Agung Ktut, was killed. In 1906 the Dutch attacked Denpasar, massacred about 3,600 Balinese, and captured the whole island. Bali was occupied by the Japanese during World War II. In 1946 a battle was fought between Dutch troops and Indonesian revolutionary forces at Marga in western Bali. The island became part of the Republic of Indonesia in 1950. A terrorist (terrorism) bombing on the island in 2002 killed some 200 people. Area propinsi, 2,175 square miles (5,633 square km). Pop. (2000) propinsi, 3,151,162; (2005 est.) 3,315,700.* * *
Universalium. 2010.


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Greenville is currently served by two major healthcare systems with campuses and facilities throughout the community. Greenville is also home to Shriners Hospitals for Children® - Greenville, a 50-bed pediatric orthopedic hospital and research and teaching center providing comprehensive medical, surgical and rehabilitative care to children with orthopedic conditions.
Bon Secours St. Francis Health System is a private not-for-profit health system that boasts some of the highest patient satisfaction ratings in the nation. Bon Secours St. Francis Health System features five major facilities in the Greenville area: St. Francis Downtown, St. Francis Eastside, St. Francis Millennium, St. Francis Outpatient Center and Upstate Surgery Center.
Prisma Health is a public not-for profit academic health system, widely recognized as the state's most comprehensive healthcare provider and one of the Southeast's leading medical facilities. Prisma is comprised of a Level I trauma center, five acute care hospitals, a psychiatric hospital, a rehabilitation hospital, a regional medical center, a community wellness center and numerous specialty facilities.


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In Search of Florida's Little Europe
Don't forget your umbrella! (And other tips for visiting St. Augustine)
St. Augustine is just off I-95 or, if you're flying, is conveniently served by two international airports: Daytona and Jacksonville. There is no public transportation in the city itself, so if you don't feel like renting a car, private tour companies operate trolleys and horse-drawn carriages. Or, if you'd prefer, you can rent a bicycle or even a motor scooter.
Baby it's hot outside: Summers are hot and sunny with high humidity. Wear sunblock, a hat and loose-fitting clothes. Expect afternoon thundershowers and remember that umbrellas can also keep off sun as well as rain. UV-protective sunglasses are a must. Winter is marked by sudden cold snaps, so bring a warm sweater and long pants.
What To Do
Old St. Augustine Village:
This site has been continuously occupied by Europeans since the 16th century. Today, visitors can see ten historic houses including the Murat House, famed for its residents and visitors, from Napoléon Bonaparte to Greta Garbo.
Hours and Admission:
Open daily from 9 A.M. to 5 P.M. Closed December 25 and Thanksgiving. Admission for adults is $7.00, $6.00 for seniors and $5.00 for children ages 5 to 11. (904)823-9722.
Gonzalez-Alverez House:
"The Oldest House" is one of the country's best documented older houses. Though the original structure burned in 1702, the site has been continuously occupied since 1565.
Hours and Admission: Open daily from 9 A.M. to 5 P.M. Admission is free. 14 St. Francis Street (904)824-2872.
Colonial Spanish Quarter:
Immerse yourself in 18th-century Spanish St. Augustine as craftspeople in period dress demonstrate trades such as blacksmithing, woodworking and lace making. Don't forget to drop by the Government House and the Spanish Military Hospital, historic sites that are just down the street.
Hours and Admission:
Open daily 9 A.M. to 5:30 P.M. Closed December 25. Adult admission is $6.50, $4.00 for students ages 6 to 18, and children under 6 are admitted free. 53 St. George Street. (904)825-6830.
St. Augustine Lighthouse:
Built between 1871 and 1874, the lighthouse is still in operation today and is open to visitors. Special events, such as this month's Halloween "spook-tacular" featuring candy, cookies, and stories, are open to all comers for the cost of admission. Click here for a current calendar of events.
Hours and Admission:
Open 9 A.M. to 6 P.M. daily. Adult admission to the museum and lighthouse is $6.50, $5.50 for seniors, and $4.00 for children ages 7 to 11. For the museum and grounds, adult admission is $4.00, seniors $3.00, and children ages 7 to 11, $2.00. For safety reasons, children must be at least 7 years old and four feet tall to climb the lighthouse tower. The tower has not been retrofitted for the disabled. 81 Lighthouse Avenue. (904)829-0745.
Castillo De San Marcos:
Built between 1672 and 1695, the Castillo is undergoing renovations but you can still explore it and the grounds.
Hours and Admission:
The Castillo is open 8:45 A.M. to 4:45 P.M. daily except December 25. The grounds are closed from midnight to 5:30 A.M. Children 16 and under are admitted free of charge with an adult. An adult seven-day pass is $4.00. 1 Castillo Drive. (904)825-9506 ext. 234.
Ft. Matanzas National Monument:
Built on the site where French Huguenots were massacred in 1565, this impressive masonry watchtower now stands sentinel over a vast park that is home to numerous endangered species. Fort Matanzas is a pleasant escape for the crowd-weary tourist. Torchlight tours are conducted from 6 to 8 P.M. daily. Advance tickets required.
Hours and Admissions:
Open 8:30 A.M. to 5:50 P.M. daily except December 25. The ferry to the fort leaves the city's visitor-center dock on the half hour from 9:30 A.M. to 4:30 P.M. Admission is free. (904)471-0116.
Anastasia State Recreation Area:
Tidal marshes, hardwood forests, sand dunes and lagoons await. Visitors can visit the abandoned coquina quarries or swim, fish, hike, bird-watch, or surf. Campsites are available for both tents and RVs. Anastasia State Park hosts a Haunted Hayride the weekend before Halloween, along with other seasonal activities. There is no admission fee, but a $1.00 donation to the Friends of Anastasia Citizens Support Organization is encouraged. For other events, call (904)461-2033.
Hours and Admission: Open daily. Campsites are available with a reservation. There is a $2.00 per car daily usage fee. Camping fees are $16.00 per night with additional charges for electricity and pets. (904)461-2033.
Guana River State Park:
Home to a wide variety of endangered wildlife, this 2,400-acre park contains 17 significant historic and prehistoric sites. Visitors can enjoy the beach and the woods. Early morning guided walking tours are offered on selected Sundays each month from September to May. Tour fees are $5.00 per person and include coffee, juice and doughnuts. On Wednesdays during the summer, budding naturalists, ages 7 to 11, can participate in games and classroom activities in a daylong program for a fee of $25.00, snacks and drinks included. Call (904)825-5071 for dates and reservations for both events.
Hours and Admission: Open daily 8 A.M. to sundown, $2.00 a day per car. (904)825-5071.


text: Śrī Keśavajī Gauḍīya Maṭha is adjacent to Śrī Raṅgeśvara Mahādeva and Kaṁsaṭīlā, on the right side of the parikramā path and on the left side of the Mathurā–Āgrā road. It is currently a wellknown place of darśana. Ācārya keśarī oṁ viṣṇupāda Śrī Śrīmad Bhakti Prajñāna Keśava Gosvāmī Mahārāja named this maṭha after the presiding deity of Mathurā, the Supreme Lord of lords, Śrī Keśavajī. From its inauguration, Śrī Śrīmad Bhaktivedānta Nārāyaṇa Mahārāja was appointed superintendent in order to propagate pure bhakti as practised and preached by Śrī Caitanya Mahāprabhu to people in the Hindi speaking areas of India. In a very short time, many books were published from here in Hindi, India's national language, like Jaiva-dharma, Śrī Śīkṣāṣṭaka, Śrīman Mahāprabhu kī Śikṣā, Upadeśāmṛta, Śrī Manaḥ-śikṣā, Śrīmad Bhagavad-gītā and the monthly magazine Śrī Bhāgavata-patrikā. New books about bhakti continue to be published to this day. Śrī Abhayacaraṇa Bhaktivedānta, who widely spread śrī-harināma-saṅkīrtana in the Western world as preached by Śrī Caitanya Mahāprabhu and who extensively published and distributed Śrīmad Bhagavad- gītā, Śrīmad-Bhāgavatam and many other devotional scriptures in many languages of the world, accepted the renounced order of life (tridaṇḍa-sannyāsa) at this place from oṁ viṣṇupāda Śrī Śrīmad Bhakti Prajñāna Keśava Gosvāmī Mahārāja. He accepted the sannyāsa name and title of tridaṇḍi-svāmī Śrī Śrīmad Bhaktivedānta Svāmī Mahārāja. Śrī Śrīmad Bhaktivedānta Nārāyaṇa Mahārāja was the priest at this ceremony.


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Happy Earth Day!
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Tuesday, April 22 is Earth Day. There are many ways you can celebrate and lend a helping hand this week. Many local organizations have fun activities planned. Here are a couple of our picks, and more ways to explore on your own if digging in the dirt isn't your thing!
NE Portland | Wilkes Creek Headwaters Stewardship (Saturday, April 26)
Did you know the Columbia Slough has only one remaining free-flowing tributary stream? That's Wilkes Creek! Come help restore this special area with the Columbia Slough Watershed Council, Portland Parks & Recreation and SOLVE. The city acquired this 20-acre property in 2011 to protect the water quality and habitat in the stream and provide new park space in the Wilkes neighborhood. Find more details and register for the event here.
Explore the Columbia Slough on your own: Get ideas for walking, biking and paddling spots in the Nature in the City guide and map. Watch for turtles, heron, eagles and other spring birds and wildlife. For a hard copy of the map, swing by or contact the Columbia Slough Watershed Council office.
NW Portland | Forest Park Ivy Pull (Saturday, April 26): Help save the trees! Join SOLVE and the No Ivy League for a satisfying morning freeing trees from invasive ivy in Forest Park. Ivy not only suffocates our native trees, it creates a fire hazard and contributes to water pollution from erosion and stormwater runoff. Find more details and register for the event here.
North Portland | Help Restore Baltimore Woods (Saturday, April 26): Join SOLVE and the Friends of Baltimore Woods to help out at this unique new natural area near the St. John's Bridge. Help protect native trees, like the majestic Oregon White Oaks, on this site above the Willamette River. Find more details and register for the event here.
SE Portland | Take a bike ride! Green Trees and Green Streets Ride (Sunday April 27): Join a bike guru from Bureau of Transportation's Active Transportation program for an easy-paced ride along neighborhood greenways. Lots of special trees, stormwater swales, and other happy stuff to see along the way. Find out more here.
Explore SE Portland's Crystal Springs Creek on your own: Check out the online walking tour map for a great 2.5 mile stroll along restored sections of the creek or pick up a map at the Woodstock Library or Sellwood-Moreland library. Or, watch this Oregon Field Guide segment from the comfort of your arm chair!
Check out this article from the Portland Tribune for a list of other Earth Day activities around town.
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[WinAppDbg 1.5] Python Debugger
The WinAppDbg python module allows developers to quickly code instrumentation scripts in Python under a Windows environment.
It uses ctypes to wrap many Win32 API calls related to debugging, and provides an object-oriented abstraction layer to manipulate threads, libraries and processes, attach your script as a debugger, trace execution, hook API calls, handle events in your debugee and set breakpoints of different kinds (code, hardware and memory). Additionally it has no native code at all, making it easier to maintain or modify than other debuggers on Windows.
The intended audience are QA engineers and software security auditors wishing to test / fuzz Windows applications with quickly coded Python scripts. Several ready to use utilities are shipped and can be used for this purposes.
Current features also include disassembling x86/x64 native code, debugging multiple processes simultaneously and produce a detailed log of application crashes, useful for fuzzing and automated testing.
What's new in this version?
In a nutshell…
- full 64-bit support (including function hooks!)
- added support for Windows Vista and above.
- database code migrated to SQLAlchemy, tested on:
- MySQL
- SQLite 3
- Microsoft SQL Server
should work on other servers too (let me know if it doesn't!) - added integration with more disassemblers:
- BeaEngine: http://www.beaengine.org/
- Capstone: http://capstone-engine.org/
- Libdisassemble: http://www.immunitysec.com/resources-freesoftware.shtml
- PyDasm: https://code.google.com/p/libdasm/
- added support for postmortem (just-in-time) debugging
- added support for deferred breakpoints
- now fully supports manipulating and debugging system services
- the interactive command-line debugger is now launchable from your scripts (thanks Zen One for the idea!)
- more UAC-friendly, only requests the privileges it needs before any action
- added functions to work with UAC and different privilege levels, so it's now possible to run debugees with lower privileges than the debugger
- added memory search and registry search support
- added string extraction functionality
- added functions to work with DEP settings
- added a new event handler, EventSift, that can greatly simplify coding a debugger script to run multiple targets at the same time
- added new utility functions to work with colored console output
- several improvements to the Crash Logger tool
- integration with already open debugging sessions from other libraries is now possible
- improvements to the Process and GUI instrumentation functionality
- implemented more anti-antidebug tricks
- more tools and code examples, and improvements to the existing ones
- more Win32 API wrappers
- lots of miscellaneous improvements, more documentation and bugfixes as usual!
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Sony/MGM's ROBOCOP has the right idea. Unfortunately, it's got a lot of other ideas that aren't so hot, and the creative team entrusted with making sense of these notes and notions and branding opportunities seems mightily overwhelmed.
At its core, the film is about a good cop becoming the just-human-enough face of justice and security for a wildly fearful society. He's the palatable transition between corruptible, ineffectual police officers and intimidatingly lethal droids; if successful, his manufacturer, Omnicorp, will reap a windfall, and citizens will gradually acclimate to living in a police state. There's only one problem: the cop they've chosen for this PR errand has retained the memories of his near-murder, and would like very much to bring his would-be assailants to justice - which, of course, is way too much free will for the controlling Omnicorp. They're quite comfortable with the rigged system that's in place, and they'd like the general public to not question it.
Granted, that's basically the gist of Paul Verhoeven's ROBOCOP, but the primary difference here is that the streets of Detroit - at least, what little we see of them - don't look so hellish. And yet, thanks to the fear mongering of a Bill O'Reilly-esque gas bag named Pat Novak (Samuel L. Jackson), the public is beginning to believe the wolves are at the door and more protection is what they need. Initially, Novak and Omnicorp attempt to show off the ED-209 program's high-caliber effectiveness on the U.S.-controlled streets of Tehran, but that literally gets shot to shit when, in the midst of a coordinated suicide-bomber attack, one of the drones obliterates a knife-wielding youngster. This is all captured by Novak's news team before he can shut down the feed, and it only swings the American public's support back to the current federal ban on robotic law enforcement - which Omnicorp bigwig Raymond Sellars is obviously eager to overturn.
The notion of fear-driven news (be it Fox or CNN) leading to a widespread, paranoid outcry for protection at all costs is interesting as a post-9/11 dilemma, but the opening Tehran bit - which echoes the boardroom failure of the ED-209 from Verhoeven's film - botches this by revealing that U.S. has occupied Iran and, save for the antics of a few suicide bombers, basically pacified it. That's one big (irrational) fear symbolically neutralized. Without the threat of terrorism being exploited, there are two ways to explain the public's heightened interest in enhanced law enforcement: crime is skyrocketing in the U.S., or Omnicorp and its puppet news organization are ginning up mass hysteria.
Either scenario works dramatically, but neither is firmly established; as a result, everything in Sony/MGM's ROBOCOP is happening in a vacuum. The opening sequence attempts to put the audience in the shoes of the oppressed, but that perspective is jettisoned immediately; once the film shifts back to the U.S., the outside world is completely ignored. There's no context for Omnicorp's machinations; they're just overreaching for profits like corporations do. From here, it's just a satire-free reworking of the original.
This could be entertaining, too, but what should be a viscerally-engaging quest for revenge on Officer Alex Murphy's part is a total non-starter due to a lack of a truly hiss-able villain. Director Jose Padilha and credited writer Joshua Zetumer (who followed the contours of Edward Neumeier and Michael Miner's original screenplay closely enough to earn the duo a credit on the new film) are far more interested in Murphy's awkward reconnection with his family, and boardroom-bound ethics debates between Omnicorp executives and the compassionate-yet-conflicted creator of RoboMurphy, Dr. Dennett Norton (Gary Oldman). But aside from a stock domestic scene with the wife and kid, the filmmakers make no real effort to get the viewer invested in the Murphy family's tragedy; it's just obligatory dramatic business that distracts the movie from its more interesting concepts. And while the boardroom scenes are occasionally engaging, Keaton, Oldman, Jennifer Ehle and Jay Baruchel can only add so much color to the insipid dialogue. Ultimately, they sound like spitballing sessions Padilha and his writers should've had before they went into production.
With so much going on outside of the main narrative, there's not a lot of room for action in ROBOCOP - which, for a ROBOCOP movie, is kind of problematic. On one hand, it's nice to see a mega-budget studio remake straining for thoughtfulness, but the pulp potential of the piece winds up being completely squandered. Padilha largely denies the audience the pleasure of watching Robocop on the job, perhaps because he's uncomfortable with getting a kick out of poor Alex Murphy doing what he was wrongly programmed to do. Instead, the film rushes into Murphy's hunt for the criminals and corrupt cops who tried to kill him - but Murphy is such a cipher as a regular guy and as Robocop that there's no significant emotional investment in the action. It's just well-staged mayhem by a director who can't figure out which movie he's making.
The film derails so early that it winds up being somewhat passable as a meat-and-potatoes action film by sheer dint of below-the-line artistry. The production design is competent, the visual f/x are generally solid and Pedro Bromfman's score occasionally quotes Basil Poledouris's classic ROBOCOP '87 theme. The film hits its nadir when Jackie Earle Haley works a lazy variation on Bixby Snyder's "I'd buy that for a dollar" catchphrase, but it otherwise avoids such direct comparisons. Perhaps that's the triumph of Sony/MGM's ROBOCOP: it's a mediocrity on its own by-committee terms.
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Story highlights
Two police officers die in the attack
Militant Islamist group Boko Haram is blamed
The group wants to impose a strict version of Sharia law
Gunmen attacked a police station in northeast Nigeria early Sunday, killing two officers, the head of the police force in Yobe State said.
The attackers, believed to be connected to the militant Islamist group Boko Haram, fired a rocket into the police station near the state capital, said police Commissioner Patrick Egbuniwe. One of the officers was killed by the blast, the other came under fire while responding to the attack.
The gunmen fled after taking an injured member of their group with them. They had two cars, one of which was found abandoned and destroyed near the police station, Egbuniwe said.
Police are searching for the attackers and the second vehicle. Residents were asked to go about their day and resume "normalcy."
The attack follows a particularly volatile week in Nigeria, where a human rights groups accused Nigerian security forces of committing serious abuses as they try to crack down on Boko Haram. Amnesty International reported more than 30 people recently shot dead in Nigeria.
At the same time, Boko Haram, which seeks to impose a strict version of Sharia law in the Muslim-dominated northern part of the country, was blamed in the assassination of retired Maj. Gen. Muhammadu Shuwa.
In its report Thursday, Amnesty International condemned the increasingly brutal attacks carried out by Boko Haram since 2009, but said Nigeria's security forces "have perpetrated serious human rights violations" in their response. A military spokesman rejected the allegations.
CNN's Nana Karikari-apau contributed to this report.


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Social networking for dollars Zopa matches up borrowers and lenders in a peer-to-peer online lending service.
SAN FRANCISCO (Business 2.0 Magazine) -- The Disruptor: Zopa The Innovation: Peer-to-peer lending The Disrupted: Traditional banks Any industry making a huge profit margin off its customers is a good candidate for disruption. Banking is a classic case -- just think of the 19 percent interest you pay on credit cards and the 2 percent you earn on your savings account. Zopa is closing that gap by using the Web to allow personal lending on a massive scale. The startup was the first company to introduce peer-to-peer lending in the United Kingdom 18 months ago and is about to launch in America. "What Skype did to telecoms, this could do to banks," says David Cowan of Bessemer Venture Partners, which contributed some of the $31 million in funding the startup has attracted to date. Scott Anthony, a managing director of Clayton Christensen's consulting firm, Innosight, is intrigued by the disruptive potential of peer-to-peer lending. "Are there ways to loan amounts that banks won't lend because they're too small," he asks, "or to serve customers who would otherwise never be served?" The idea is simple. People join Zopa online as either borrowers or lenders. The lenders proffer money not to individuals but to a pool of people grouped together because of similar creditworthiness. Zopa assesses the credit risk of the borrowers, pools the capital, and matches consumers who need money with consumers who want to lend it. Since Zopa is not technically a bank and doesn't lend money itself, the capital requirements to run the business are relatively small. The average interest rate on a Zopa loan is 7 percent. For the lenders, that's much better than even a CD, and for the borrowers, it sure beats a credit card or most bank loans. Zopa takes a 1 percent fee, split between the borrower and the lender. So far, about 90,000 people have signed up, and more than $100,000 is lent every day (totaling more than $10 million so far). And only 0.05 percent of Zopa's loans have turned into uncollectible debts. "We are moving from a consumer society of mass production to a society where we are defined more as individuals," says Zopa CEO Richard Duvall. Yet in banking, Duvall points out, "there are still enormous corporations controlling our money." Duvall believes that a nimble Zopa can trounce banks in assessing credit by gauging things that banks typically don't review, such as a person's eBay ratings. And he's injecting a social aspect into lending. Just as in a social network, lenders can read the online profiles of the people borrowing their money. "If I borrow from real people," Duvall says, "I'm more likely to pay back than if I borrow from a faceless bank." _________________________________ Click here to see the full list of Disruptors To send a letter to the editor about this story, click here. |


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Motivation's Influence on Strategies for English Learning and Improving
Autonomous study emphasizes the learner s initiative, enthusiasm and creativity. In all fields of education, there is growing emphasis on "learner一centered" teaching methods and the ability of learner autonomy .Many experts and scholars have found that learning strategies plays an important role in English language learning, but the importance of affective strategy use in English learning is often ignored by people. Therefore, this paper focuses on the frequencies of affective strategies use in English learning and their relationships so as to enable college students to use positive affective strategies effectively to improve their autonomous learning ability. The article also focuses on the relationship between motivation and English learning, the influence of motivation on English learning(That is, English learning motive may be simply viewed as the reason of learning English; different motives will lead to different learning methods ; generally speaking, surface motive does not endure longer than deep motive.;strong motivation can lead to final success) and six strategies of improving English learning(That is, developing proper attitudes towards English learning and letting students know the pressure of it; goal and feedback; praise and criticism ;contest and cooperation; expectation and appraisement; achievement motive).
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Abraham. H. Maslow. (1999). Motivation and personality. Beijing: China Social Sciences Publishing House.
David R. Stone, & Elwin C. Nielsen. (1998). Educational psychology: The development of teaching ski11s. New York: Hopper and Row Publishers.
Franken. R. (1994). Human motivation. Pacific Grove, CA: Brooks/Cole Publishing Company.
Oxford. R. L. (1990). Language learning strategies: What every teacher should know. New York: Newbury House Publishers.
Stephen D. Kristen. (1981). Second language acquisition and second language learning. Bergman Press.
Wilkins, D. A. (1979). Linguistics in language teaching. Edward Arnold Limited.
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Community Conversation - Guns Save Life
Members of the organization Guns Save Life met last night in Rantoul, to discuss a number of issues, including firearm safety and a possible new concealed carry law in Illinois.
Two members of WILL's staff, Lindsey Moon and Kimberlie Kranich, spoke with members of the group as part of the station's Community Conversations initiative.
Kranich says that during the meeting, several members expressed a preference for a concealed carry law to be passed, as even an imperfect bill would be better than the uncertainty of having no law on the matter.
One attendee noted that he was able to get around possible concealed carry laws because there is no prohibition on carrying a firearm and ammunition seperately on one's person, Kranich says.
Moon notes that several attendees were concerned that the wait time for an ownership permit was often 75-90 days, despite the promise that such a permit would be issued within 30 days by the state.
Other issues addressed in the meeting included school safety and the perception of media bias against firearm owners.
Every month, Illinois Public Media organizes or participates in other organizations' 'community conversations.' WILL engages in these conversations in an effort to better inform our own news coverage.


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Lagos Travel Guide
Today Lagos is one of the Algarve's most popular holiday destinations and there are hotels in Lagos catering for all needs. This once ancient port city boasts some of the area's best beaches within walking distance from most of the hotels in Lagos. Arguably the most splendid beach is Meia Praia to the east of town, where some of the best apartments in Lagos are to be found.
The southern peninsula features some sheltered cove beaches, many of which are close to some of the best hotels in Lagos. Praia de Dona Ana is very picturesque but usually overcrowded in summer. There is much to do other than relaxing on the beaches or in the hotels in Lagos, such as a visit to the old town which has a fascinating history dating back to the Carthaginians. During the great Portuguese age of discovery the port became a caravel shipyard and was the jumping-off point for many a voyage to the East. Although much of the town was destroyed in the earthquake of 1755, there are still some ruins of interest remaining among the many restaurants, bars and hotels in Lagos.
Cheap holidays in Lagos have something for the whole family and hotels in Lagos can be booked through major travel agencies. Self catering apartments in Lagos may often be the cheapest option.
Besides an ongoing flea market that sprawls through the streets, Lagos boasts numerous fascinating shops and boutiques, especially in the pedestrianised old city. Browsing is as pleasurable as buying in the well-stocked shops that are bristling with attractive local wares, from wickerwork to filigree jewellery, copperware and leather goods to wine and pastries.
Eating out is part of the pleasure of a holiday on the Algarve, and Lagos offers the best choice of establishments in which to indulge. Seafood lovers will be ecstatic, but no one, even vegetarians, will be disappointed or go hungry. A good choice would be to visit the marina, where restaurants serve waterfront breakfasts, lunches and dinners seven days a week. For creative international cuisine, visit some of the establishments in town, which cater to almost everyone, including vegetarians. Truly gourmet local specialities like pork chops with figs, savoury shrimp, and succulent shellfish are enjoyed at upper class spots all around Lagos, with many having big wine cellars to boast as well.
The centre of Lagos comes alive in the evenings with buskers and street entertainers, and the nightlife in Lagos can compete with any holiday resort in the Algarve, with several energetic dance clubs and character-filled bars strewn through the main part of town. Most establishments have live music, darts, pool tables and Sky TV sports channels, and stay open late until 2 or 4am.
Holiday activities
In Lagos, there is little need to do anything more to enjoy your holiday other than sprawl on the sandy beach with an occasional dip in the ocean, but those who need more activity can choose between dozens of pursuits like sailing, wind-surfing, fishing, para-sailing, microlight flights and scuba diving. Golf is a major attraction here as it is throughout the Algarve, with the Palmares and Alto courses nearby offering a round with sea views. There is also the challenge of the Penina Championship Course, site of many a Portuguese Open. Those who hire a car will be well-rewarded in exploring the adjacent coastline and seeking out unspoilt villages and beaches. There are also a few sightseeing opportunities in the town, including an interesting museum.
Any negatives?
There is not a lot for children to do in Lagos but there is a zoo and an excellent water park not too far away.


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This will be a contactless event. Volunteers assisting with registration will only be checking off numbered participants and making sure that there are no unregistered participants. There will be no in-person registration available.
At the start and finish lines, where social distancing may not be possible, all participants and volunteers will be required to wear masks. We will have masks available for all participants (if needed) and volunteers.
Riders will be able to choose, once on the course and distanced, whether they continue to wear a mask.
No water will be given out to participants. Riders are required to bring their own water.
There will be no gathering, with the exception of the start where participants will be spaced prior to the ride starting. No spectators are allowed.
Yes. Once you complete your registration, the Township will e-mail a unique number for your ride, which you will be responsible for printing and affixing to your shirt before the event. Again, there will be no in-person registration on the day of the event.
Yes. The cost is $10 per rider.
The rain date is September 27. Registrants will automatically be re-enrolled for the rain date.
All routes begin at Town Hall. Rides are scheduled 30 minutes apart; please arrive no earlier than 15 minutes before your start time. Report to Town Hall with your bike and participant number clearly pinned to the front of your shirt. A volunteer will then check you in and direct you where to stand to be distanced from other participants or groups.
We ask that participants try to bike or walk their bicycle to the start of the course. If you must drive, parking is available in the Parking Deck, Municipal Lot #1 or Municipal Lot #19. Please arrive no sooner than 15 minutes before your ride start time.
The start of all rides (on Millburn Avenue) will be closed; however, the 7-mile and 12-mile rides will be open courses with police personnel stationed at major roadway intersections. The entire 2-mile ride will be a closed course.
Signage will be clearly displayed along the ride routes, and police officers and volunteers will be stationed throughout the courses to assist along the way. Please refer to the course map in the days leading up to the event to familiarize yourself with the route. We also will provide a turn-by-turn street listing of the route prior to event day.
All rides end in Taylor Park. When you arrive at Taylor Park, please remember to wear a mask if effective social distancing is not feasible. Before heading home, grab a bite to eat and shop at our amazing local businesses!
The Tour de Millburn is not a race, but rather a celebration of biking and road safety.
All ages are welcome for the 2-mile ride; however, only those capable of riding on an open course should register for the 7-mile or 12-mile rides. Our youngest riders are invited to participate in the 2-mile ride with parents riding slowly beside them. Bikes with child seats or tag-alongs are welcome.
The 2-mile ride is low-impact and designed to be a comfortable ride for all ages. The 7-mile ride is an intermediate course. The 12-mile ride is intended to be a challenging route that at times involves riding up-hill on steep roadways. Keep in mind your skill and comfort level with biking when registering for the event. If at any time a participant feels unable to complete a course, police officers will be stationed along the route for assistance. You can always take a rest or walk your bike.
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The March of Tyranny
"The greatest danger to American freedom is a government that ignores the Constitution" – Thomas Jefferson
Throughout history, tyrants have repeatedly used the same devious tactics to suppress freedom. The march of tyranny advances along a road paved with lies and deceit. Truth and transparency are the enemies of tyrants. In order to succeed, tyrants must squelch the natural yearning for freedom and replace it with a struggle for basic survival driven by fear.
Tyrants view liberty and freedom as a threat to their power. They are never upfront about their plans to subjugate the people. If they were, there would be an uprising of opposition. Instead, tyrants use lies and deception to appear benevolent, caring, and concerned about the people. At the same time, tyrants ardently work behind the scenes to accomplish the exact opposite of that which they are promising.
Tyrants always hide their true intentions of subjugation and control. Tyrants understand no one wants what is being forced on them.
Tyrants have no interest in, and are intolerant of free speech. Instead, they systematically silence any opposition. Tyrants rely on iron fisted control to advance their sinister agenda. Privacy is targeted for elimination. Tyrants want to monitor everyone's behavior and communications.
Tyrants use fear to acquire and maintain power. They want control over every aspect of people's lives. Fear is a tool leveraged to keep people in line. Tyrants abuse their power to punish those who defy them. They single out dissident individuals so as to make examples out of them. Tyrants want people to be afraid of speaking or acting in opposition.
Tyrants divide in order to conquer. They pit various segments of society against each other based on economic status, skin color, gender, age, religion, values, or race. Tyrants recognize that it's easier to control people when they are fighting with each other rather than uniting against oppression.
Tyrants enrich themselves and their supporters financially. They maintain lavish lifestyles by spending other people's money. Confiscation from the hard work of others is their source of wealth.
Tyrants also take from some groups and give to others. A common strategy is to seize from those willing to work in order to give to those who are not. This generates added animosity between various segments of society and it builds total dependence on the tyrant for basic needs.
Tyrants do not believe they are constrained by existing laws. They consider themselves above the law and entitled to act unilaterally without the necessity of seeking any consent. When their dictatorial actions are allowed to stand unchallenged, they are emboldened to further push the limits of their lawless behavior. Eventually, they usurp enough power to forcibly stamp out any opposition.
Tyrants require apathy and complacency to progress. Through cunning deception, tyrants actually manage to get their targeted victims to support their efforts. Then their victims are shocked to find that they too are suffering under the tyrant's crushing force. Tyrants only care about themselves and advancing their destructive agenda. Any claims to the contrary are devious lies.
Tyrants intentionally destroy everything good and worthwhile in their path. They leave a shattered wasteland of endless suffering and misery. Tyrants persist until stopped by the people standing up and saying "NO MORE!" A society decides by their action or inaction whether they chose Freedom or Tyranny.
by Bryan Golden
Bryan is the author of "Dare to Live Without Limits."
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LoCash Cowboys Throw Breakfast Party for Fans in Nashville
On Thursday morning (June 7), Preston Brust and Chris Lucas of the LoCash Cowboys got up bright and early to hang out with their fans at Puckett's Grocery in downtown Nashville for an intimate breakfast in the midst of the 2012 CMA Music Festival activities. Lucas brought many of family members with him, including his proud mother, his lovely wife and their two-year-old son.
As fans at the sold-out event munched on a breakfast spread of eggs, bacon, sausage, pancakes, french toast, hash browns, potatoes, grits and fruit, the duo took the stage for an acoustic performance of some of their recent work, including 'Here Comes Summer,' as well as some brand new tunes the two have been working on for their forthcoming debut album.
Between songs, Brust and Lucas chatted with those in attendance, told jokes and funny stories — like the time they found out that Keith Urban was going to record their song 'You Gonna Fly.' They continued on with their set by playing the multi-week No. 1 song that helped solidify them as respected songwriters in Nashville.
LoCash wound their party down by sharing some exciting news of what's to come in their career later on in the year, and closed out their nine-song set with their upcoming summertime single, 'C-O-U-N-T-R-Y.'
"This was our first real fan club party," Lucas told Taste of Country at the event. "I don't like to call it a 'fan club' because these people are more like friends to us. They are all people who believe in us. This was our first real time to sit down with all of them and let them know what we are doing. It was good for all of us. I think it was good for each of us to see the friends and fans that we have behind us. It was more of a family setting than anything, and that's the way we are with our fans. It was a great turn out. It was awesome, and it couldn't have gone better."
"Breakfast with LoCash was really special this morning," added Brust. "We were able to debut a few songs that no one has ever heard and shared some exciting news that not even the press has heard yet! It was definitely the place to be for a true LoCash family member. This morning just proved why breakfast is definitely the most important meal of the day!"
Stay tuned to Taste of Country for more LoCash Cowboys news to be announced in the coming weeks.


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Jonathan Livny was so eager to have the music of the late German composer Richard Wagner played in Israel, he dipped into his own pocket to make it happen. A few months ago, he hired 100 of the country's best musicians, rented a hall at Tel Aviv University, and advertised a concert with ads in the newspaper. Within a week, he says, 600 tickets were sold. Livny is a 64-year-old classical-music buff whose father raised him on the Wagner records he fled Germany with in 1935. He describes the 19th-century musician as one of the most important composers in history. But Wagner was also a raging anti-Semite, and though he died long before the rise of Nazi Germany, Adolf Hitler made him an icon of the Third Reich, the regime that killed 6 million Jews. Days before the concert was to take place earlier this month, Tel Aviv University informed Livny he could no longer use the venue. A Tel Aviv hotel agreed to host the event instead but backed out as well. "We lost of lot of money on this," he told The Daily Beast. "But I'm not giving up."
The rebuff was no big surprise. Israelis have mostly made their peace with Germany. They drive German cars, drink German beer, and even import goods from companies that utilized Jews as slave labor during World War II. But in the still complicated dynamic between the two countries, an unofficial ban on Wagner has somehow survived the rapprochement. Israeli opera companies have never performed his famed Ring cycle or any of his other works. The few conductors who have tried to include his compositions in concerts have stirred controversy. "He remains a symbol for Israelis not just of Nazi Germany but of Hitler himself," says Sharon Pardo, who heads Beersheva University's Center for the Study of European Politics and Society. "And this is a strong and sensitive issue."
It's especially sensitive for Holocaust survivors, who number about 200,000 in Israel. In his essays and articles, Wagner was vitriolic against Jews, but so were many other European figures of the era. What stood out in Germany—what survivors remember—was Hitler's embrace of the composer, his use of the music at Nazi events and his tendency to see Wagner's writings as validation for his own racist ideas. "Wagner provided the ideological infrastructure for Hitler," says Uri Chanoch, an 84-year-old Israeli who started the war in Lithuania and ended up at the Dachau concentration camp in Germany. Now the deputy head of a Holocaust survivors' center, Chanoch fights any suggestion that Wagner should be performed at Israeli institutions funded with taxpayer money. "We have no reason to tolerate him. Isn't there enough music besides Wagner?"
But the answer, for many musicians at least, is no. Wagner's compositions were so innovative and so seminal in the evolution of classical music that they can't be passed over, according to Asher Fisch, the former musical director of the Israeli Opera. Fisch, 54, grew up in Jerusalem but now lives abroad. Like other Israelis on both sides of the debate, he has a personal story to tell as well. His mother was expelled from Vienna in 1939, and both his parents lost loved ones in the Holocaust. But when Fisch conducted Wagner at Vienna's state opera, he says his mother was proud of him. "For musicians in Israel to spend their entire professional careers without playing any Wagner is inconceivable," says Fisch, who is now the principle guest conductor at the Seattle Opera. "To give you just one example—he wrote for brass instruments like no other composer."
That's at least one reason why Livny continues to push for Wagner performances in Israel. A lawyer by profession, Livny established the first Israeli Wagner Society two years ago, making him an occasional target for hate mail. He met Fisch during a performance in Europe last year and convinced him to conduct the concert he had been planning at Tel Aviv University. Now, he told The Daily Beast, he'll try to get the university to pay the damages. Livny points out that Israel is itself subjected to cultural boycotts over its treatment of Palestinians in the West Bank and Gaza, a fact that should make Israelis more sensitive to the issue. "Cultural boycotts against anyone are abhorrent," he said. Including a long dead anti-Semite.


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Falcons hungry for NFC title after Sunday win
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. (AP) -- Mike Smith
provided quick evidence his attention has shifted from his first playoff
win with the Atlanta Falcons.
Smith was just starting his review of
the Falcons' 30-28 win over Seattle in the NFC divisional playoffs
Sunday when it became clear his thoughts were on this week's NFC
championship game against the San Francisco 49ers.
Smith said Monday the Falcons "knew the
San Francisco Forty ... excuse me, the Seattle Seahawks" were a strong
team. Smith then had to smile after catching his verbal miscue.
The win over Seattle was the first for
Smith and quarterback Matt Ryan in four postseason games with Atlanta.
The coach insists the Falcons' "goals and expectations" are much higher
than just ending the postseason drought.


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I'm planning to run a game of Microscope for the first time with players who've never played it before as well (hello deep end!) and it's going to have to be online as my players of choice are scattered across the country.
I'm planning on using skype and google docs plus possibly a chat interface to make clarifications/spellings for names.
But, since I have no experience with Microscope and it's unlike any game concept I've tried before (Baron Münchhausen is probably the closest thing I've played before) I'm planning on doing some briefs to help with some small examples; but what else can I provide my players to ensure that they are:
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Addie Lockwood notices Roland Rhodes the first day he appears in her fourth grade class. He's the new boy in town, the son of a doctor. Roland doesn't notice Addie until his senior year of high school. By then, she knows all sorts of personal details about him. Roland is a talented musician. He favors the Blues. Impressed by Addie's outspoken intellect during an elective class ("The American Counterculture"), he invites her over to write lyrics to accompany a song. They quickly become friends, but after an awkward encounter, they drift apart just as quickly. Roland places a wedge between them, and Addie accepts it without much of a fight. They never write a song. After graduation, they part ways, for what seems like good.
Roland pursues his dreams of musical stardom in Los Angeles and Addie attends college in Greensboro, nearby to her fictional home town of Carswell. Although their lives are set on two different tracks, Addie refuses to give up on the idea of Roland. Now in her early thirties, she gets Roland's contact information from high school friends and calls him up.
His musical career, as it happens, hasn't panned out. He still plays, but he works for a company that constructs movie sets. Roland struggles with the practical details of life, like making rent or picking people up from the airport on time. All of his friends, Addie included, have heard the story of his childhood swimming pool accident and the resultant head injury that left him not quite right. Addie, meanwhile, has remained working at the same secondhand bookstore in her college town. Emboldened by a bottle of Beaujolais, she arranges to visit California after she and Roland catch up over the phone. During the visit, Addie becomes pregnant. On a promptly scheduled return trip, she informs Roland in person that she will terminate the pregnancy. But mysteriously, the abortion fails and Addie gives birth to a son that she names Byrd. She puts up Byrd for adoption without notifying Roland. The adoption colors Addie's life well into her middle age. Surrendering her son becomes her and Roland's most life-altering secret.
Byrd is Kim Church's first novel. The novel focuses on the two main characters from childhood to middle age, showing their influences on each other's lives. The story concentrates primarily on Addie and Roland's perspectives, with imaginary letters from Addie to her forfeited son, Byrd spliced in between. Church represents the pieces of Addie and Roland's lives with prose that feels simultaneously removed yet intimate. Characters are observed with a detached eye from the third-person, but their emotions and inner thoughts are conveyed openly on the page. Addie is wistful, longing first over Roland, and later over Byrd. As a daughter, she shies away from her parents, keeping them at arm's length. As a sister, she doesn't have much contact with her brother, Sam, following her high school graduation. As a mother, she loses the chance to experience motherhood with Byrd. Addie, Roland, and the other characters contend with relationships and love, accepting regret and shame, and coming to terms with loss.
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- Newly Planted Tree Care: How you care for your new tree can help it survive and thrive. Read about Caring for Newly Planted Trees from the Minnesota DNR.
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More than 20 years ago, when I lived briefly in Berkeley and San Francisco, I heard stories about Bolinas. Tucked away on a thumb of land south of Pt. Reyes and between the Pacific Ocean and Bolinas Lagoon, the community shunned conventional ways. The funny-looking locals farmed funny-looking crops in funny ways. Heck, maybe they even foraged (gasp!). This led to busloads of tourists wanting pictures of the native wildlife. Whenever the county erected a sign tipping off lookey-loos to their whereabouts, the locals tore it down. There's still no sign today, but the tenets of organic farming that began largely in this valley are now practiced all over the country; local artisan food makers are celebrated across the land for their award-winning breads, brews, cheeses, meats, and preserves; and foraging is just another common sense way to gather fresh, healthy food.
This past weekend, thanks to organizer Marin Organic, I joined with a few dozen food and outdoor lovers from all over the Bay to wander among the stunning beauty and bounty of Bolinas. [Listen to a radio story about the event here.] Kevin Feinstein, co-author of The Bay Area Forager, was on hand to share his local wisdom, and we were fortunate to have a few practicing chefs (plus eager students) to help with the afternoon feast. The weather looked ominous. Driving over Mount Tam, my rental car shook violently in the wind. Rain blowing in off the Pacific slashed sideways at my windshield. But by the time we poked our heads out from under the eaves of the Gospel Flat Farm stand, the rain had subsided and the sun was working hard to shoehorn clouds out the way.
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Robust patches of miner's lettuce forced us to choose our steps carefully lest we trample a good food source. The stinging nettles were tall, nearly too tall for harvest, so we snipped the tops of the youngest, tenderest plants. Chickweed flourished among the miner's lettuce. Huge thickets of thimbleberry, already budding out, towered above us on the hillside, and red elderberry in flower hung overhead. It was an orgy of wild foods. Kevin pulled a few thistles from the damp soil and demonstrated how to peel the lower stalk and boil the root (note to self: I really need to do a dedicated thistle post one of these days).
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Nothing beats tromping around in the woods in search of strange and often maligned plants and then transforming them into culinary marvels amidst a hubbub of wine and cheerful conversation. Coming together to nourish our minds and bodies was the order of the day. These are the basic underlying principles of community.
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I've been supremely disappointed in our U.S. Supreme Court in recent years as it seems to thumb its judicial nose at the very concept of community in America, as if liberty can only be defined as the individual giving the finger to everyone else. Clearly, since our institutions are failing us, it's up to us, the people, to create community—and to hold onto it dearly.


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Santa Cruz Bicycles Presents- Cheakamus Challenge Fall Classic Mountain Bike Race on Saturday, September 19th in Squamish-Whistler, British Columbia
With the date of 10 a.m., September 19, 2009 coming up quickly preparations are being made for the running of the 20th edition of the Santa Cruz Bicycles, Cheakamus Challenge Fall Classic Mountain Bike Race.
This is race director Grant Lamont's 20th year at the helm of this great race from Squamish-Whistler in the heart of Sea to Sky country.
The Cheakamus Challenge is a 70 km. Point A-B Marathon Mountain Bike Race the rides through some of the most spectacular terrain on the planet. Using trails that date back to the turn of the 20th century along the Cheakamus River are the events best features.
After the latest course inspection it has been decided to add a new section of trail to the race for 2009 in the Function Junction area, near Whistler.
With the latest developments of the Sea to Sky Trail project we wish to highlight the new extension that brings riders up to the new Athlete's Village. This will change the course slightly with the exclusion of TRASH which is in need of rehabilitation and in a construction zone. Race organizers chose to do this to simplify the routing for safety reasons.
With over hundreds of riders expected from all over the world this years 20th edition is shaping up to be fast and painful with the first half of the course featuring wide open double track and the second half concealing its teeth.
The teeth consist of repeated steep climbs followed by fast, flowing single-track along the Cheakamus River before pointing skywards once again up to TUNNELVISION, A BLACK DIAMOND DH trail with big rock faces and incredible views. Then it is up the final climb to the top of BIG TIMBER and the bucking downhill to the finish at DUSTY'S, in Whistler's Creek-side.
This event has been the place where world champions come home to gloat and show their stuff. We have seen Alison Sydor in the Rainbow jersey 3 times and Roland Green twice! Hopefully this year it will be Geoff Kabush and Catherine Pendrel who are going great on the World Cup.
There is also the Cheakamus Lite event that features the lst 40 kn. of the course and starts near the Whistler Bungee Bridge, opposite the Callaghan Nordic Facility turn-off. Sign on begins at noon and the gun goes off at 1 p.m.
This is a great intro for those who are unsure about the full course. The average finishing time for the short course was just under 3 hours in 2008.
To find out more and enter online go to www.cheakamuschallenge.com
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We met with Serah for some interior design advise. She had a style I could really used. When I found out how kinky she was, I had no choice but to hire her. As a sign on bonus she agreed to cum for us in the fun room. She even had toys stored away to use for special clients like us. Her big titties and soaked panties were just what I needed along with her driving a dildo in my ass to make my body quiver. I can't wait for her to design my own fun room, so we can break it in nice and proper.


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Diebold e-voting software includes delete audit logs button
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Vote tabulation software currently in use throughout the United States contains a button to permanently delete audit logs that are required under federal voting-system guidelines, according to a report submitted to California's top elections official.
The button is included in version 1.18.19 of the GEMS, or Global Election Management System, manufactured by Premier Election Solutions, formerly known as Diebold Election Systems. That was the piece of software that silently dropped 197 votes from November's final vote count in Northern California's Humboldt county. The report warns that the feature could be used to intentionally or unintentionally delete logs needed to conduct audits into the accuracy of an election.
"GEMS 1.18.19 not only includes 'Clear' buttons that permit deletion of these records, it provides no warning to the operator that exercising the 'Clear' command will result in permanent deletion of the records in the log, nor does it require the operator to confirm the command before GEMS executes it," the report states.
"Deletion of the records in either log would make it impossible to monitor operator access to GEMS or to reconstruct the sequence of operator access, defeating the purpose of [federal guidelines] that GEMS version 1.18.19 was required to adhere to."
Under guidelines established by the Federal Election Commission in 1990, tabulation software used in all US elections must automatically create and permanently retain electronic audit logs of important system events while tallying votes. The guidelines state they are intended to provide a "concrete, indestructible archival record of all system activity" and are "essential for public confidence in the accuracy of the tally."
Premier removed the delete button in later versions of GEMS but three counties in California and several jurisdictions in Texas and Florida continue to use the older program, the report says.
Word of the delete button, which was reported earlier by Wired.com, came as California Secretary of State Debra Bowen was investigating the dropped votes in Humboldt County. The glitch came to light only after a volunteer outfit known as the Humboldt County Election Transparency Project passed every ballot cast through an optical scanner after it was officially counted.
The dropped votes were the result of another deficiency in Central Count Server of GEMS 1.18.19 that in some cases silently drops all tallied votes from the first batch of optical ballots, the report (PDF) concludes. ®