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Steve-O: I'd Rather Go Naked Than Wear Fur
I know. I know. Steve-O would rather go naked than do just about anything. But it's still cool that wearing fur makes that very long list. In fact, Steve-O feels so strongly that killing animals for their fur is just plain wrong that he jumped—literally—at the chance to star in these new ads.
While Steve-O is famous for putting himself in all sorts of painful situations, he's totally clear about what he thinks of hurting animals. "Abuse yourself all you want," he says, "just leave animals out of it. Don't wear fur." Check out what else Steve-O had to say in this video from the photo shoot.
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I'm glad Steveo did this add along with all the other stars. I see a lot of myself in Steveo including drug addiction. I hope he stays on track keeps being an inspiration to me. He really is a good person his story has touched me deeply.
I lol'ed
i think this is so awsome of stevo to do and i totaly agree that people should not skin animals for their fur DONT WEAR FUR!!!!
haha i like to care about animals an life and the earth but for christ sakes stfu animals live and some get tortured has it ever stricken you that happens to people aswell?! its natural to have pain with life. we are animals too the only slight difference is our consciousness of ourselves and whats around us. steveo is pretty sweet he's into the hard drugs but what ever its his lifestyle choice and if more people did certain drugs they would lose there fucking hyped up im better then everyone ego! have you ever considered that?! im guessing not. another thing is have you ever considered how many animalsspecies are on this earth? almost Too many! we need to get rid of some for the world to prosper and be balanced besides if its natural for a lion and many other of the animals to survive by eating other animals its as natural as breathing! and i sure as hell am not going to get my daily nutrition proteins and the essentials of what i need to live on by sucking it from a bean or some vegetable like i said you need a balance in this case a balance of meat and vegetables. yes i know some of you are vegetarianvegan good for you but i cannot live my life like that there are billions of people and they all view the world in a different way some are very similar like your views some are like mine and otheres are completely opposite its something we have to live with and there is no way around it unless you want to be a new Adolph hitler… life is about your experience and what you make of your opinion in it im not trying to up anyones opinion down im just giving mine. i dont agree with some of your opinions visa versa im just one small canadian hippy surrounded by tones of people that dont see the world for what it truly beholds i dont know what time it is for you but im hella tired and gunna pass out. peacce all you animal lovers
all you PEEPS need to get over yourselves. LOVIN STEVE O LOVIN VEGGIES. LOVIN NOT WEARING FURR! LOVE BELLA
hola a todos! soy de argentina y sinceramente todo esto q pasa con los animales no puedo creerlo me llena de odioindignacion y mucha rabia contra todos estos desgraciados q no pueden hacer otra cosa mejor q maltratar animales se merecen el infierno y nada mas leve q eso porq infierno es poco para todos estos imbeciles y tambien para todos aquellos q promocionan este delito q es realmenta cruel y terrible! los q compran estas pieles tanto mayoristas como minoristas todos absolutamente todos deberian podrirse y retorserse de dolor! estoy indignada y no puedo mas!por favor a todos aquellosq puedan seguir aportando comentarios enviando informacion a sus amigos a todos … HAGAN ALGO NO SE QUEDEN DE BRAZOS CRUZADOS!!
Hey buddy. Nice ass.
Steve O is your number 1 guy. I just went to his show last night in Penticton Canada and he plugged Peta and went on about not wearing furs stop abusing animals and to take care of mother earth. Then he lite himself on fire and stapled his balls to his leg. AAAHH what a night.
I cant actually believe here what i am reading!! Real ar activists slagging other people off because they may or may not be a true ar actvists. I think that anyone who is making a change no matter how small is better than nothing. People should be sticking together around this issue not just judging each other who can get to the top of the ar list!! pathetic is all i say! And i agree with Elyse all Steveo mentioned was that he didnt wear fur!! Which is what the advertisement was for. I know for one i am doing my best to get away from animal tested produce all my cats food are organic and test free i dont wear fur I will never have anything to do with animal in circus but i do still eat meat little meat but i still do eat meat. Does that make me no better off than someone who does the oposite. I think not!! If everyone changed just one or two things for a start it would be better than sitting there doing nothing. I think anyone who is willing to go out of their way to support a cause no matter how big or small the contribution is should be looked upon as progress.
hey y'all i just wasn't sure if i missed something. steveo was antifur thats all i heard him say.. what he does outside of notwearingfur didn't come up at all during the video.
I like how people piss and moan about this. He's trying to send a message. He loves animals and treats them well. He lets the animals hurt him not the other way around. Think of it as some sort of animal revenge. XD And you can't say shit about him and be taken seriously if you've never seen his show. This man quit Barnam and Bailey's Circus because of animal mistreatment. He's fighting for our cause. At least give him that much.
J You Are Sooooo Damn Mean Show A Little Respect Matee
steveO is awsome so great he does this
Hey guy's… My name is Tue and i'm from Denmark. this is for all of you who is using this site for an excuse too fight verbally Quit the essay's. I can't belive you missed the whole point here. I'm not a vegan sorry rojo but I do like animals. And if SteveO would like too jump around naked… that's his dessision. As long as he helps animals. Don't bust me for the spelling English isn't my favourite subject. Thank you and good night.
i just want to say… doesn't matter what he did in the past or for any person of that matter. as long as there are supporters that is what matters. who are we to judge. rock on SteveO
This is to rojo About your comment on October 20th you say that no one should even wear wool. Are you opposed to wool clothes if people shear their own sheep ? Because I am very good friends with people who raise their own sheep in a very decent manner and every summer they are REQUIRED to shear them or the sheep will get extremely overheated and have a heat stroke. So naturally it would be a waste to just throw out the wool so they spin it into yarn and make clothes to sell which I think is a lot more humane and ecofriendly than buying synthetic clothes which are made at polluting factories. So basically I'm saying that you shouldn't automatically condemn ALL animal products just the mass produced type.
If you ask me SteveO has grown up since the first series of Jackass. The first movie was animal friendly and having watched the second one a while back I can't remember any stunt that was downright abusive to animals. Plus he Chris and WeeMan starred in WildBoyz which brought a lot of attention to animals across the world and stressed how important it was to treat animals as equal. So me likey this ad
Hopefully SteveO doesn't let animals bite him anymore.. How cruel!! Those of you who are always trying to find "hipocracy" you should learn that people change and anything done in a more positive direction is usually GOOD. Quit trying to look for an argument. It's pathetic and a waste of time.
STEVE a shining star and example for the small bad steve! this is a realy great thing about him lots of people love him and look up to him and as they her what he has done they will check out the page and then they will reilze what the fuck there doing to animals…so i hope he keeps up the good work XX3 I LOVE ALL ANIMALS
Lame…you guys need some better supporters…come on guys! oh yea and a fucking porn star…what has this org. come too?
WOW! he swallowed a goldfish
Great Steve O!
Hes so hott with nothing on his body why dont he turn arond and lets see the front
Wow I cant belive it this is something new!! well he is hott he has a nice body and that butt wow!! you guyz i would love to see is whole body and that is no lie that thing is so fine there is no other way to explain it!!! i can only dream of seeing his whole body wow that is great! well if he can go without wereing cloths and support the animals I can to!!
Some of the comments on here are absolutely hysterical. Accusing others of "not being REAL ar activists" as if you're some sort of cult is just silly. People who freak out constantly on one another cannot accomplish anything and all you're doing is cementing the image of "Crazy tree huggers" that most people have of PETA. Stand together in what you believe in and realize that not all battles are worth fighting. If SteveO doing this ad stops people from wearing fur what does it hurt? Hypocrisy or no the point is to help the animals.
Well I named one of my cats Stevo. He was a stray that had been knocked over which resulted in a broken leg. We took him home and decided he was doing something risky like Stevo would have done hence his name. Now my cats name sake is taking a stand against cruelty to cats and animals. My cats are proud! Thank you for being a voice for the animals that don't have one.
Mr Chief within ariels belief system she is quite entitled to think that just as kimberly thinks meateaters will go to hell and ana thinks it is ok to release feral cats. But it's all based on belief and I tend to reason based on fact and logic. That doesn't make me right either I might add.
Nice ad and it's nice of Steve to do it as he is a man. But Steve is anti animal abuse? Did I miss something? Does PETA not watch the stuff he does on TV and movie screens? If he's changed his ways then fine if not then not only is he making a fool of himself but he's making a fool of what PETA stands for as well as anyone who knows what being a true PETA member means and follows it as well as provides supports.
It is GREAT steveo has taken a stand against Fur but in his show called 'wild boys' Animals were laughed at and shown as beings purely for 'entertainment'. Not once was it said in that show about preservingprotectingnot wearingnot eating Animals. Also in steveo's he eats roadkill. He consumes all types of Animals that have been killed on the road. It is a bit hypocritical of him to preach atall about caring for Animals. I Love PETA and really respect anybody who takes s stand against Fur but maybe you should reconsider steveo as a 'face' of PETA. The people that laugh at Animal Rights supporters and organisations like PETA will just use this as another way to say our points are invalid etc.
Rojo Ariel is an extremist who thinks that being an omnivore makes you a bad person.
The whole world needs to quit expecting everyone to agree with 100 of what they say. AR is not an all or nothing proposition. I eat meat I know it's bad I know that I am lazy for not making the sacrifice. I hope to one day make that pledge but I'm pretty dmn busy trying to go green support our troops get rid of the political criminals in our country and a zillion other things. So just because I have not went all the way doesn't mean that I don't support PETA's various missions. Thank goodness PETA recognizes and appreciates the support the rest of us half$$e$ provide. I bet if you polled all of PETA's financial contributors you'd find only a very small percentage who go the 100committed route.
I think its beautifulI mean yea the male human body and how much controversy this starts. Humans are controdicting and crule all of us. I mean I am sure all of us have steped on a insect or consumed one in our sleep or on a peice of fruit. Like it or not we are all part of this crule food chain.lol And we all make our decisions whether they last or not regardless of our past or not. I am a vegatarian I don't buy products that have animal products. But I am not going to judge this crazy manamle for being human. Nore am I going to get mad at a dog for cleaning its butt life is messy not always plesent take it with a grain of salt and take a stand where you can in your own life. Yea its ok to get mad at people and companies for harming the harmless. But when people change or take a stand or suport something good suport the positive!!Incourage it!! Love your fellow humans Not just their bodies lol Or every perfect thing they did Love the fact that people care on their own terms and incourage that beautiful change.
ariel thank you for… well it seems the usual nothing. You of course call me an anti so you must have a different idea of label. perhaps you could provide some proof of how wrong I've been and maybe even acknowledge my apologies when I have been wrong. Unfortunately I can't bury my head in the sand like yourself because I'm actually making statements not congratulating my friends or assuming other readers of this blog couldn't figure out contrary argument for themselves. It's easy for you because animal rights are "not debatable" and you didn't wish to speak to anti's directly . Effectively you've done nothing. The best you can do is correct my spellingthanks. "attentionseeking loser" well those words would hurt coming from someone I respected. Other posters put their alternate view or proof of my error on the blog for all to see. Only the ones that don't have a counterargument try on the idiot mentally illincompassionateloser defence. I don't always get it right but I only post information that I believe to be truthful. Obviously we all view information differently so I try and be logical about it.
My name is Cal I live in the UK. Fur is generally taboo here mainly seen being sported on the street by tourists. It's not absent by moral agenda so much as taste. I'm not an activist but I find the SteveO campaign vacuous. For a start here in the UK this person is almost unknown and his inane behind the scenes interview would not convince anyone thinking above the level of body candy that this was anything other than self promotion. On the matter of 'abuse yourself but keep the animals out of it' concept very well but has anyone thought of the chain of events being put forward here?. Countries mainly responsible for the supply of drugs which this idiot is so obviously touting have some of the worst animal rights records on the planet. So yeah this is a well considered arguement from an obviously self centered individual. Please PETA spare us anymore of this cynical celebrity self promotion and give us valid and reasoned arguement preferrably performed above the waistline.
Ariel I posted on here simply to protest the SteveO campaign cos as an animal liberationist of 19 years I feel it is hollow and potentially damaging to the animal rights cause. If there are people on here who are against animal rights their words will expose them but everyone has the right to express a view and if it happens to differ from your own then you have a platorm from which to share information. All that needs to be attacked is any misinformation they might be trying to disseminate. As you did in your October 18 2007 0651 PM post. By the way I'm aware that the response to that by rojo was sarcastic. Animal rights activists and liberationists aren't "gifted with strong moral virtues and attributes" but just doing what is right according to their education about animal rights. It would be an injustice if a genuine compassionate person was considering hopping on board did not because they felt they didn't "measure up".
After watching SteveO on howard stern I became a vegan! Happily not eating animals for 4 months. SteveO went to clown school was horrified when he saw elephant torture. Way to go steve!
ariel… please put it to rest as you are as boring as you are arrogant….. and my dear ariel… since you have such a fine memory for past posts can you please point out just one time that i was crude and vulgar…
I'm always happy to see another star take on the cause especially people like SteveO who I never would have imagined would BUT I'm a little upset about the second ad… Why promote "Ink not mink" when animal products are used in 99 of tattoo ink? I'm sure many people don't know this about tattoo ink but I think based on principle it's an odd route to have taken. I'm pretty sure there are more clever ways to advertise SteveO as an animal rights activist than by his tattoos which in my opinion are just as bad as fur.
Michele I absolutely agree with you that the ignorance and arrogance of humankind is responsible for the daily atrocities committed against animals and the depletion of our earth. Education is the key fighting arrogance with arrogance doesn't work. I was raised on a cattle farm in a farming community. When I go home people 'tolerate' some discussion on animal rights from me. Yes their taking a superior attitude yes it is arrogant but if I were to go in with an equally arrogant rant I would close off those channels of education for good. Education by example is also powerful which is why the SteveO ad is so lacking in credibility.


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Paria Canyon/Vermilion Cliffs Wilderness > Buckskin Gulch > Climber's Log
Buckskin Gulch Climber's Log
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|Day Hiker
|Wire Pass
Date Climbed: Jul 19, 2008
|My third time hiking at Wire Pass, this time with my wife, and I carried DayHikerJr, age 10 1/2 months, for his first slot canyon. We hiked about 4.5 miles total, from the Wire Pass trailhead to Buckskin Gulch, down and up canyon a bit before returning. It had recently rained in the area, so Buckskin Gulch was really wet.
|Posted Jul 28, 2008 5:47 am
|first slot canyon
Date Climbed: May 11, 2008
|This was a long 16 miles. It took me and John over 10 hours as we went crazy on taking pictures... Did the Wave 2 days before and then headed to zion for some technical slots. It was an amazing trip!!
|Posted Jun 28, 2008 11:40 pm
|Amazing Formations
Date Climbed: Jun 18, 2008
|Spent three days and two nights here; the springs are flowing, and it was HOT on the way out. I will come back!
|Posted Jun 25, 2008 7:31 am
|Well worth the effort of making two trips down to get it done. First trip in Feb was a tough learning experience. Second trip was a little more smooth.... If you get a chance, it is a must do.
|Posted May 12, 2008 4:45 pm
|Buckskin Paria Loop
Date Climbed: Apr 26, 2008
|Absolutely spectacular run/hike through the canyon. We started from Wire Pass and ran down to the confluence then back up Paria to our camp at White House. Buckskin is very dry right now, only one mud puddle that can be bypassed, Paria had ankle/calf deep water crossings, but nothing major.
|Posted Apr 30, 2008 1:20 pm
|Incredible place
Date Climbed: Sep 24, 2005
|Walked from Wire Canyon to 3 mile beyond the confluence with the Paria then back up to White House (overnight). Did it with a bicycle shuttle (that was hard). Cesspool I had to swim along with a couple of other pools
|Posted Feb 10, 2008 12:04 pm
|Did the buckskin gulch / Paria Canyon to Lees Ferry. Absolutly a great hike but in the water most of the way. two days
|Posted Dec 31, 2007 9:30 am
|Great day...
Date Climbed: May 17, 2007
|Tanya and I did it as a day hike, but been there a few times before.
|Posted Dec 18, 2007 3:43 pm
Date Climbed: May 17, 2007
|Beautiful canyon.... that sandy slog out was fun. ;)
|Posted Dec 15, 2007 12:20 pm
|Ken Dammen
|Buckskin gulch / paria canyon
Date Climbed: Jun 1, 2007
|Three day backpack trip started in Buckskin Gulch and ended at the Colorado river. Traveled with some good freinds! Hot out in the open...nice inside the gulch.
|Posted Dec 9, 2007 9:06 pm
|Too much rain!
Date Climbed: Sep 30, 2007
|My first time in a slot canyon. We went from Wire Pass TH in about 4 miles. It started to rain at noon so we double timed it back out. Back at the car it was pouring down rain. I'm glad we got out when we did.
|Posted Oct 3, 2007 1:27 pm
|Day Hike
Date Climbed: May 19, 1996
|Splendid day hike via Wire Pass; wish I'd gone further!
|Posted Jun 20, 2007 2:06 am
|Got stuck - settled for alternate route
Date Climbed: Oct 22, 2005
|Planned on hiking Wire Pass to White House but we got stuck in the mud attempting to cross Buckskin Wash on the way to Wire Pass. Bummed a ride back to White house TH and then drove to Page, AZ where we called AAA roadside service to get a tow back onto dry ground. The next morning, after camping near where we were stuck, we drove to Middle Trail trailhead and hiked down into the Gulch. On the way back to the trailhead, we detoured over to Cobra Arch before heading home. Luckily we were able to salvage a good trip out of the experience despite getting stuck. Included in our group were: Les & Kirk Rekve, Steve & Tyrel Stembridge, Jared and Joe Hall, Chris Hennings, Pete Licio, Diandre, and one other kid who's name escapes me.
|Posted Jun 16, 2007 12:19 am
|An Amazing Place
|A fantastic place to hike. In late May there was still 3-4 ft. water in most places. Would love to go back some day.
|Posted Jun 15, 2007 5:56 pm
|Buckskin Gulch
|May 31, 2003 - Wire Pass to White House Trailhead. A long day hike in this beautiful canyon.
April 15, 2005 - Cobra Arch dayhike. This is a very unique and photogenic arch.
October 28, 2006 - Buckskin Gulch to the Middle Trail and out. Went to the Wave the next day.
|Posted Jun 12, 2007 5:58 pm
|Fun Fun Fun
|Great place. Came in at Wire Pass. This canyon has alot of variety.
|Posted Jun 5, 2007 8:55 pm
|Been there
|Nice place.
|Posted Jun 5, 2007 2:55 pm
|3 days from White House to Buckskin trailhead
Date Climbed: Jun 20, 2002
|Absolutely spectacular.
On the final day, I woke up to find a bat curled up under my chin, having slept with me. My startled reaction prompted it to bite my finger, but it was too lethargic to have broken my skin, so I didn't worry about it.
|Posted Jun 5, 2007 5:46 am

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The groom was attended by best man and brother-in-law Raymond Dill of Manlius. Ushers included Brian Kuhlman of Dunkirk and Daniel Jennings of Wake Forest, N.C., brothers of the groom. Junior ushers were Ryan Dill of Manlius, nephew of the groom; and Braden and Nolan Gaffney of Jacksonville, great nephews of the bride. Ring bearers were Brett Kuhlman Jr. of Erie, great nephew of the bride; Mayor Behnke of Pompey, N.Y. and Jaiden Dardaris of Manlius, great nephews of the groom.
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The bride is a 1983 graduate of Dunkirk High School and a 1991 graduate of Jamestown Business College. She is currently employed by Lowes in Warren as a department manager.
The groom is a 1985 graduate of Fayetteville-Manlius High School and a 1987 graduate of Jamestown Community College. He is a 2007 graduate of Houghton College. He is currently employed by United Refining Company in Warren, Pa. as the manager of internal audit.
The couple honeymooned in Morehead City, N.C. They returned to their home in Warren.


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This article by Mary D. Gaebler, visiting assistant professor of theological ethics at Gustavus Adolphus College, "Eros in Benedict and Luther," from the Journal of Lutheran Ethics argues, "Lutherans, insofar as they derive their theology from Luther, should welcome Pope Benedict's Encyclical, Deus Caritas Est. Luther, I think, would find this latest word from the Vatican surprisingly congenial." (HT: Mirror of Justice)
One of Gaebler's main goals is refuting the interpretation of Luther characterized by the work of Anders Nygren, which radically dichotomizes the concepts of agape and eros. She asks whether Luther "categorically" rejects "the kind of self-love that Benedict points to in his use of the term eros? There is much in Luther's work to suggest that he does not. My own reading points to a more Catholic Luther on this matter of eros, particularly in his mature work."
The crux of the argument is whether, as Benedict states, "Fundamentally 'love' is a single reality, but with different dimensions. At different times one or [an]other dimension may emerge more clearly. Yet when the two dimensions [eros and agape] are totally cut off from one another, the result is a caricature or at least an impoverished form of love."
Whereas Nygren argues that Luther finds no legitimate place for erotic love, Gaebler says that in Luther's later and mature theology (during and after the 1520s), "Here we see the very interesting conflation between caring for others on the one hand, and preserving one's own life on the other. No longer does the earlier "either/or" duality define the character of an action. No longer a matter of either self or neighbor, now both neighbor and self are addressed in God's command to protect life."
The strict and radical opposition and separation of agape and eros and the characterization of the former as divine and the latter as merely sinful is simply untenable. You can find great evidence for erotic elements of divine love, I think, in the covenant language of the Old Testament and the corresponding concept of chesed, or covenant-love. The Puritans certainly place a lot of emphasis on this and biblical wedding imagery.
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To fuel up for the experience, I ate a bowl of oatmeal on the hood of my car parked at the start line, and guzzled green tea from a jug. I unloaded the Huffy mountain bike I found at the end of someone's driveway with a "free" sign on it, and was ready to spectate.
Rolling through the crowd like a redneck at NASCAR pits, I checked out the competition. Matt Carpenter, Simon Gutierrez, Rickey Gates, Joseph Gray, to name a few. Big names were in the house, cash money was the prize, and these guys like to win.
"Should be a good race!" I mumbled to no one in particular as the gun sounded.
I've been behind these guys in a lot of races, but I never realized how fast they were going until I tried to keep up with them on a bike. Simon led the pack through the first mile and the poor old Huffy's gears were grinding off metal chunks keeping pace.
After just six minutes, the lead pack of seven had already distanced itself from the rest of the field by nearly a minute. Simon, Matt and Rickey led the charge.
At that point I turned around and pedaled back to the start, cheering on runners I recognized in the swarm: Duncan Callahan, Charlie Wertheim, Megan Lund, Cindy O'Neill.
"Go! Go! Go!"
I threw the Huffy on the roof of my car and raced up the road with my wife to the three-plus-mile mark. We power slid into the median just in time to see Rickey and Matt churn ahead, with a little gap on Joseph and Simon, and a big gap on everyone else.
We hung out by the stream there, running back and forth to cheer the runners, and staying long enough to see the women's leader, Megan Lund, cruise by with a comfortable lead. Then we hopped back in the car and drove up the highway to the 10-mile mark for a half-time snack bar and some speculation. It was too tight to call.
We staked out a good viewpoint in the sunshine and waited until Rickey, then Joseph, then Matt came by, all less than a minute apart. We ran alongside them offering support and taking pictures, but got winded. It was still anyone's race, but Matt had that look, the one a lion might get when he just spotted a weak gazelle and decided to attack.
Barreling into the finish area, I re-enlisted the Huffy to gain a view of the last mile's drama. I cranked downhill to see Rickey round the corner first, but Matt was closing in. Joseph had fallen victim and seemed out of it. The old master, Matt, made a push that would've broken many, but a smiling Rickey held on for the win. Matt was second, Joseph third, Simon fourth. Megan dominated among the women.
The very next day I ran a technical 10K trail race (Spring Runoff) with all these same runners. I saw them at the start, and I saw them at the finish. But this time Matt apparently won, Joseph was second, Rickey was third and Simon fourth.
They supposedly crushed everyone else in the field, even those who didn't race the day before. I say "supposedly" because I didn't see them do it. And when the full results came out in the paper and online the next day, none of those top four men were mentioned. On the women's side, the top four—Brandy Erholtz, Laura Haefeli, Megan Kimmel and Megan Lund—weren't mentioned, either, inadvertently reduced to a typographical error.
If we had more spectators and reporters, this kind of thing probably wouldn't happen. But I've found it takes a lot of effort to be a trail-racing spectator, so you'd better get in shape.
Bernie occasionally wins his age group when Matt and Simon are omitted from the results.


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According to a news-story by DigiTimes web-site, Acer is planning to outsource orders for 15 million Aspire One netbooks in 2009 to Compal Electronics and Wistron. The market sources reportedly pointed out that Quanta Computer will not produce the second generation of Aspire One by the second quarter of 2009.
Nevertheless, since Acer plans to ship 20 million of netbooks in 2009, the additional 5 million orders might still fall to Quanta, the world's largest contract maker of notebooks.
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Hung jury in CSC trial
IRON MOUNTAIN – The trial of an Iron Mountain man accused of criminal sexual conduct ended in a hung jury on Friday.
Jacob Edward Harvala, 26, was charged with three counts of criminal sexual conduct, third degree involving a 15-year-old female.
The trial began last Wednesday, and the case went to the jury on Thursday afternoon.
Prosecuting Attorney Lisa Richards said the jury deliberated for approximately seven-and-a-half hours before the foreperson notified Judge Richard J. Celello that they were unable to reach a unanimous verdict.
The jury was excused on Friday afternoon. Judge Celello declared a mistrial.
Richards has stated that her office will re-try Harvala.
"We are certainly disappointed that the jury was unable to come to an agreement, but it wasn't for lack of effort. We believe that the jurors devoted their full attention to the evidence presented at trial and participated earnestly in deliberations," she said.
The case has been rescheduled for a pre-trial conference on April 8.
Harvala stands accused of engaging in sexual relations with a 15-year-old girl on three to five occasions between June and September 2012 in Kingsford.
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Skip to comments.2009 Pulitzer Prize winners announced
Posted on 04/20/2009 12:23:30 PM PDT by Zionist Conspirator
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(Excerpt) Read more at pulitzer.org ...
Absolutely no surprises, btw. NY Slimes wins a bunch of awards.
"Ruined" by Lynn Nottage is the 2nd straight drama to win that was first performed at the Goodman Theater in Chicago. Hooray for my hometown!
Lemme get my hip waders on first.
What's it about . . . the "Hollywood Blacklist?"
It's about the 'chaos of the civil war in the Congo'.
Lefty's slapping Lefty's on the back (another metaphor is more appropriate but not 'family oriented') - as inconsequential as the Oscars, Emmy's, et. al. and the pure trash and lies they perpetrate.
Now it's fixed...;-)
I thought Pulitzer Prizes in letters was for works on American subjects?
Or work by American writers.
Awarded to David Barstow of The New York Times for his tenacious reporting that revealed how some retired generals, working as radio and television analysts, had been co-opted by the Pentagon to make its case for the war in Iraq, and how many of them also had undisclosed ties to companies that benefited from policies they defended.
Apparently, some guy scribbled "Bush Sucks" on a bathroom wall in Toledo. I am suprised that he was only awarded an Honorable Mention. So, a small suprise.
I must hang with the wrong crowd..... or perhaps you do. I agree they are all over MSM at the time but not many remember specifics after the fact. I think it a bit funny and odd that people like O'Reily make a big thing of it. He still wants to be loved by the Left, I suppose.
Awarded to Eugene Robinson of The Washington Post for his eloquent columns on the 2008 presidential campaign that focus on the election of the first African-American president, showcasing graceful writing and grasp of the larger historic picture.
Obama may not have ancestors who were slaves in America or share the traditional African-American experience, but I guess being in favor of abortion and homosexuality gives him an "in." I guess that makes Robert Mugabe an "Uncle Tom."
When someone dies the term 'Oscar winner' is always in the Obit if it applies even if its 40 years after the fact. Films that win almost always experience a box office bump. However, if you regard cinema as trivial to begin with that's different.
Awarded to Damon Winter of The New York Times for his memorable array of pictures deftly capturing multiple facets of Barack Obamas presidential campaign.
Well, of course. There's still a lot of liberals around ;-) and people that want to be 'in'. Lol. Like that communist book that Chavez gave to Obama went to a top seller on Amazon. That guy will probably get an award now. It means nothing to me and to a whole lot of people who don't want to contribute one cent toward any of their 'causes'.
However, if you regard cinema as trivial to begin with thats different.
Propaganda isn't trivial, but it's still propaganda, and should be acknowledged for what it is. I'll even say that as propaganda goes, sometimes it is well done and perhaps that's the standard that is used in the award shows by the fellow travelers that vote.
They used to be pretty prestigious, back in the days of Cary Grant and Jimmy Stewart. They're nothing but left wing bloviating now.
The last deserving Pulitzer for Literature was Michael Shaara for "Killer Angels" and that was more than 30 years ago.
I absolutely loved "Olive Kitteridge". It has to be in my top 5 list of all times. I've given 3 copies as gifts to other people. Give it a chance. It's really that good.
Stow the hyperbole. Most Oscars go to technicians and craftsmen. Most Best Picture winners tend to be fairly conservative (Slumdog Millionare, Shakespeare in Love).
Thanks. I will look it up.
dam, i doesn't win agin?
Spare your spin, I'm outta here.
Eugene Robinson? lol lmao...........
Gimme a break
Good to see you've given the matter some real thought.
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BiologyThe Atlantic humpbacked dolphin is a slow swimming species, which typically moves at about five kilometres per hour, surfacing briefly every minute or so. Typically occurring in groups of four to seven individuals, the Atlantic humpbacked dolphin, unlike many other dolphins, will avoid boats and is rarely seen bow riding (2). Humpbacked dolphins are known to feed on fish, including bream, mullet and herring, and cephalopods. Off the coast of Senegal, the Atlantic humpbacked dolphin has been observed moving inshore with the incoming tide to feed on prey within mangrove channels, and then returning to the ocean as the tide retreats (2). It is thought to use echolocation when foraging; a series of clicks are produced which reflect off objects and help the dolphin locate its prey in the often murky habitat. This dolphin may also emit whistles and screams, vocalisations which may be important in communication with other dolphins (2). Very little is known about reproduction in this dolphin; breeding has been recorded in March and April, and the calves are thought to be about one metre long at birth (2).


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If you're considering bringing a canine companion into your home, one of the first decisions you have to make is what type of dog to get. There are hundreds of breeds, and on top of that, an endless variety of mix-breed dogs to choose from. Here are some questions to consider before you make your final decision.
Where do you live?
A big part of this dog-decision depends on what kind of an environment you call home. Individuals who live in the city will most likely want a smaller dog that will fit in well with their smaller living space. Big dogs, like labradors or other retrievers, may be frustrated without ample room to stretch their legs.
On the flip side, those who live in rural areas may want to find a canine companion that enjoys the outdoors. Just remember, if you have a pet who spends a lot of time outside, you'll need to make sure you use pet parasite protection to keep them safe and healthy.
Are you or your loved ones allergic?
If you or a family member is allergic to dander, your options of what kind of dog are slightly limited, but you can still love and care for a canine. You may think that you will need to pay an arm and a leg for a dog that is hypoallergenic, but there are actually a number of mix-breed and purebred dogs that seem to cause minimal allergy flare-ups. These breeds are typically smaller, and will have minimally shedding hair, which means dog grooming will definitely be a part of your routine.
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Your age can also help you decide on a type of dog to get. Young families with children often decide on bringing a puppy into the family, so that their child and the canine can grow together. Dogs and children can be great companions, but you'll need to make sure you take the time to educate your youngsters on how to best care for and respect the pets in your home.
Older adults may want to consider adopting an older dog. Dogs who are five years or older are typically more mellow, and don't have the boundless energy of younger canines. Additionally, senior dogs often have a harder time finding adoptive homes. Bringing an older dog into the family doesn't necessarily mean you'll end up paying more in vet bills either, because senior canines usually have their dog vaccinations and spaying or neutering taken care of. However, it may still be a good idea to invest in pet insurance to help treat any health issues the dog may have later on down the line.
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Are you having trouble deciding where to vacation next year? We've got just the list for you. And there's good news – you don't have to go far for an enjoyable vacation. For the fourth year, Lonely Planet has released their top 10 US travel destinations for 2014.
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Milk, chocolate and Nobel prizes
- Department of Neurology, Gloucester Royal Hospital, Gloucester, UK
- Correspondence to Sarah Linthwaite, Department of Neurology, Gloucester Royal Hospital, Great Western Road, Gloucester gl1 3nn, UK; sarah.linthwaite{at}gmail.com
In a recent paper Dr Messerli1 reported a strong correlation between a nation's chocolate consumption with the country's prowess in winning Nobel prizes per capita (see Carphology, in this issue). Messerli speculated that flavonoids within chocolate may contribute to this link by improving cognitive function—while recognising a correlation does not establish causation. However, chocolate is not usually consumed on its own, often being combined …


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>Runner's World - My Event Ratings>
In short: Fantastic run in the countryIn full: A well oiled run, through lovely countryside.Friendly, and one for a challengeDate of review: January 14, 2013
In short: very slickIn full: Nice organisation as usual. One gripe was the water station ran out of water for a while. Well done Chris and all at Purple PatchDate of review: October 2, 2011
In short: Again, well organisedIn full: The London Frontrunners never fail to impress.Well organised, friendly and plenty of water on hand as the weather warmed up.Nice Medal & as usual nice goody bag as well.Roll on 2012Date of review: August 20, 2011
In short: well oiled runIn full: Well done to all the Marshals and supporters who cheered, clapped. A big thank you to the Air Cadets on the water stations.Date of review: February 20, 2011
In short: A very nice course, well done, well organisedIn full: A big well done to Rob and his team for a well thought out route, nice signage, and great marshals.Will be back next yearDate of review: December 12, 2010
In short: A very nice course, well doneIn full: Well Done Chris for bringing this run back onto the calendar.Well Marshalled, very well organised and the new course is interesting.Date of review: October 3, 2010
In short: A very nice course, well doneIn full: As with all newly organised runs, a few hiccups, however, very friendly, very well thought out course, and nice to see happy marshal's.Date of review: September 26, 2010
In short: excellent as usualIn full: Well marshalled, and great goodie bag and medal.Great atmosphere.Date of review: August 14, 2010
In short: Lived up to it's old name TOUGH In full: Again a nother stonking run organised by Finchcoasters.A nicely done route with a mixture ofgravel, trail and of course a few hillsand MUD. (grampons at the ready next year).A very nice atmosphere, good friendly group of like minded people, and marshals with a sense of humour.Date of review: September 21, 2009
In short: Nice organisation and friendly atmosphereIn full: Very nice, undulating but very friendly atmosphere.Marshals friendly and supportive, and course was nice toDate of review: September 13, 2009
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While consumers generally buy carpet based on color and touch, how well tufted broadloom performs is as much determined by the backing as it is by the nylon, polyester, triexta, polypropylene, wool or other fiber that makes up the face pile.
Tufted carpet is made by hundreds of needles stitching pile yarns into a primary backing, usually a woven layer of polypropyleneThe carpet pile and primary backing are then attached to a secondary backing (also usually made of polypropylene) with a layer of latex and filler to add stability and strength.
Delamination, separation of the secondary and primary backings, can be caused by a number of factors, and results in installed carpet wrinkling and puckering.
Traditional tufted carpet backings are also stich and can scratch woodwork and walls during installation.
Beaulieu is featuring Wrinkle Guard, an enhanced backing, on its new Bliss Indulgence line of soft, solution dyed nylon carpet styles. Wrinkle Guard promises to "lay flat, stay flat," according to Gary Fisher, executive vice president of marketing at Beaulieu of America. "Wrinkle Guard is a 100 percent polypropylene backing developed by Beaulieu with a high pick rate and narrow weave. Wrinkle Guard is very dense and more like a primary backing than a secondary backing with excellent dimensional stability. The density makes it less likely to ever wrinkle and need a restretch. It also makes the back of the carpet smoother, allowing it to slide across padding for an easier installation."
Wrinkle Guard also comes with a 10-year Limited No Wrinkle Warranty.
Beaulieu's OmniLoc backing is also unique. "This backing technology was pioneered by Beaulieu before the popularity of the use of recycled materials was in vogue," Fisher said.
OmniLoc is a composite backing, madewith a minimum 40 percent recycled PET plastic bottles and glass and is used on Beaulieu's Hollytex Main Street Commercial carpet tiles. "OmniLoc is incredibly lightweight and dimensionally stable," added Fisher. Shaw's premium residential backing is SoftBac Platinum, a patented, flexible, synthetic composite backing system that others distinct advantages over traditional backings, according to Trey Thames, vice president of residential marketing for Shaw.
Introduced in 1997 as a soft, flexible alternative to traditional woven backings, Soft Bac has sold well over 750 million yards since its introduction.
Soft Bac's benefits include: reduces wrinkles; eliminates restretching; bends easier, even in rolls; minimizes interior scuffs and scratches; flexibility makes installation a smoother, faster process; greater elasticity for better stretch and recovery; greater delamination strength than conventional backings; superior seam pull strength and resistance to seam peaking; greater flexibility in cold weather conditions; enhanced sound absorption and insulation capacity; improved carpet appearance and hand; and, a 10-year no wrinkle warranty.
"Soft Bac is used on Shaw's better products, with no premium charged to consumers," Thames stressed. Shaw supports SoftBack with in-store promotional information to advertise SoftBac, including brochures and point-of-sale material.
For both residential and commercial products, Shaw also uses its own ClassicBac, an exclusive woven polypropylene standard backing.
In 16 years of use, Shaw reports no backings-related consumer complaints with its SoftBac Platinum backing.
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Thursday, June 10, 2010
How To Apply Foundation Like A Makeup Artist - Graftobian Cosmetics
Today's post is part two to my article on Graftobian Foundations and Powders. As I mentioned in the previous post, these professional grade cosmetics are super versatile and apply flawlessly. I often get requests on showing how I apply foundation on clients so I decided that it would be appropriate to show you how in this video.
To see more, click here
Considering that I mainly use Graftobian foundations in my kit, it was easy for me to show you how to apply these products.
Check out my video for the live tutorial.
I've also broken down the steps to show you how I typically apply foundation:
1) Start with a clean face. I usually give my clients a face wipe to wipe off traces of oil, dirt, and product.
2) Moisturize or apply oil control lotion and eye cream if needed.
3) Apply primer then anti-shine if needed.
4) Take your spatula and scoop out a pea sized amount of concealer. Use a fluffy crease brush to apply concealer to problem areas. Tap in and blend out edges.
5) Use remaining concealer (if needed add a little more) and then mix with moisturizer or mixing medium (I use MAC Face & Body) then stipple over entire face to apply overall even coverage.
6) Set using HD Pro Powders using large powder brush.
7) Contour using HD Pro Powders.
8) Blush and then cheek highlight if wanted.
For skin that needs maximum coverage:
Apply cream foundation to entire face and blend out with damp sponge. Set with pro powders in a patting motion as to not remove makeup.
For men:
Spot conceal and then buff in HD pro powder over entire face as foundation (most men prefer the powder over the liquid...I think it's psychological, lol).
Here's an after shot of my foundation application. The picture is completely unedited. I applied a light to medium coverage. As you can see, it just makes you look like you have really nice skin which is how foundation should look.
I hope this helps some of you all. You can use these techniques on yourself or on your clients. Remember you can check out these products at www.graftobian.com or the upcoming IMATS show in LA. I'll be there!
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6 comments:
- A Brilliant Brunette said...
I really love it when you do this makeup artist posts :) And every time you talk about Graftobian, I want to try it more and more! Thank you <3
- June 10, 2010 at 2:15 PM
- Eclecticldy said...
Really good video. You've inspired me to finally start my IMATS list :)
- June 10, 2010 at 6:23 PM
- makeupper said...
Love the video! This is almost exactly how I apply Graftobian to my clients. I think I'm gonna have to invest in more of the pro powders now after seeing this :P That neutral palette looks perfect!
- June 10, 2010 at 9:28 PM
- Noire said...
Really great video!! Thinking of getting these palettes for my kit!!! Saw them at The Makeup Show NYC and they look wonderful!
- June 11, 2010 at 5:55 PM
- makeup by Frankia said...
Great product review! I love graftobian HD palette. Every time I use it on my clients they can't believe how flawless their skin looks. Keep doing what you do!
Frankia B
- June 13, 2010 at 10:46 PM
- Paint Me Gorgeous said...
love graftobian, and love that all the shades are in one big palette, so i just need 3, instead of carrying tons of bottles or palettes like CS.
Having said that, CS foundations are more suitable in Malaysia, where it's always hot and everyone's always sweating somehow.
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The Approaching Reallocation Rally
NEW YORK ( Real Money ) --
In recent months, governments around the world have begun to increase monetary stimulus and initiate other pro-growth measures, while in those countries having fiscal austerity imposed on their populations, there are the seeds of revolt as the pain has become, in many cases, unbearable. As a result, governments are falling left and right.
Stepping back from the daily flood of news releases, it would seem that out of the current turmoil, the global economy is bottoming out and is in the early stages of what should be a long period of rising prosperity. The ultimate driving force, whether maintaining the standard of living of the American middle class or bringing billions in the Third World out of poverty, will mandate a global drive for growth.
Well-managed multinational corporations will be both the enablers and the principal beneficiaries of successful pro-growth initiatives by the politicians and bureaucrats. The ironic tragedy of all this is just how few investors are likely to benefit from it and how badly those hiding in bonds will get burned when faster growth and tighter monetary policies return.
-- Stefan Abrams, Bryden-Abrams Investment Management monthly commentary
Against many odds, the rally in the U.S. stock market has continued into 2012.
Particularly odd is that the more than doubling in the S&P 500 has been ignored by retail investors as their appetite for investment in the U.S. stock market continues to be almost nonexistent.
Nevertheless, it remains impressive to me that stocks are doing well despite retail investors' liquidation and their absence of participation.
To me, there is an inevitability that they will return (albeit slowly).
The Investment Company Institute reports that March outflows from stock funds totaled $9.62 billion compared to an inflow of $1.38 billion in February. That figure included $2.02 billion of funds committed to non-U.S. equity markets, however, bringing the outflow from domestic equity funds to $11.63 billion in March compared to an outflow of only $1.66 billion in February.
Fixed-income funds continue to thrive, as highlighted by an inflow of nearly $3 billion in March into high-yield funds vs. an inflow of over $5 billion in February.
I have previously highlighted the reasons for $450 billion of domestic equity outflows since 2007:
- a lost 13 years of investment returns (since 1998);


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I made a couple pies this Thursday evening with some leftover dough that Norma gave me on Tuesday. About 12 minutes at 500 with foil over top for the last 5.
Steve,Your pies sure turned out good with dough that was made on Monday. How did the dough feel? Was it clammy in those plastic bags? I would not have thought the dough would have lasted that long to be able to make pizzas. Norma
Clammy? Well I guess you could call it that. I put the dough in my pans yesterday and it felt full of bubbles. This evening when i stretched it out it felt almost like they did on Tuesday. I proofed them in the oven for about an hour and they came to life real nice and baked up great. Thanks Norma!
I'm not exactly sure what to tell you Craig. I usually try something different each time I bake these, which isn't all that often. I've had problems before getting the bottom to cook properly. This time, I baked just below the middle of the oven without a stone, and no convection. The bottom came out nice and crispy. That may be the sweet spot in my oven for DS. I don't really like having to put foil on though.
According to this recent thread over at the PMQ Think Tank, the Detroit style pizza is catching on in other places: http://thinktank.pmq.com/viewtopic.php?f=6&t=14162&sid=acf16aad27ede6239c26913d841a3f45Peter
Maybe I should post over at the PMQ Think Tank and say I also make Detroit style pizzas at my small market stand.Norma
With the excellent DS pizza's you craft at the Market....you should post about it every place you get a chance to post about it. Bob
Bob,Thanks for your kind comment, but if it wasn't for the Buddy's thread and Peter I would not have been making Detroit style pizzas. The credit should go to Pizza Hog and Peter.Norma
Norma,You have always been kind and gracious in expressing your gratitude for the help I have given to you on the forum. That is enough for me. You are the pilot and you should rightfully take credit for your accomplishments. I look around this forum and see many others who, like you, have made great strides because of the help from others on the forum. And the list of beneficiaries gets longer by the day. That is one of the things that makes this forum such a special place.Peter
Well, it's fun to show off a little once in a while and everyone knows you are the type to always first give credit where credit is do. We all learn from someone or somewhere....but it is still "your work" and we always enjoy seeing that...thanks Norma! BobEdit:sorry bout the post bump Peter
Do you think I should post on that new thread about Detroit style pizzas? I dont know if you saw, but I did post under the other thread about Re: Detroit style pizza help, and no members responded to that post at PMQ think tank. http://thinktank.pmq.com/viewtopic.php?f=6&t=13656&hilit=Detroit+pizza&start=15#p84401 I guess members over there didnt think I knew what I was talking about.
Norma,Given that no one even saluted your last post on the Detroit style pizza what would be your motivation or reason for posting again, and what would you say this time? Peter
I really would not have any specific reason or motivation to post on PMQ think tank since no one must have paid any attention to my post before. I do think though just as the Buddys thread and this thread have been taken a fair amount of work, they should be shared with anyone that might want to make a Buddys clone Detroit style pizza. I dont mind sharing if it benefits another pizza business. I guess the way I really feel is why not share information about pizza if another person can benefit.I think I would say I do make Buddys Detroit style pizzas at my small market stand and say the recipe or formulation was researched.
Norma,It is up to you, but should members of the PMQTT come to our forum in search of your recipes and possibly other assistance, are you prepared to help them (for free, of course) or will you simply refer them to this thread and the Buddy's thread and tell them to start reading (a total of 121 pages to date), just as we often do with non-professional individuals who come to the forum looking for clone recipes? Peter
You did a good job painting your sign, Norma. I think you need to add your sauce spiral though.


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A sequel to 'drummed up charges.' Also very common:
... has been arrested at least twice on jumped up charges, and badly beaten in custody.
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This law was rarely invoked and gay men were able to live openly, but Leonardo was framed on jumped-up charges …
In 1942, Starostin was arrested on jumped-up charges of plotting to kill Stalin and taken to Lubyanka, the secret police HQ, for questioning.
... But usually they were just scapegoats on jumped-up charges.
Is "jumped up" like "hopped up", implying an increase of urgency or nervous energy, suggesting a rush to judgment? I think I've heard it used that way (not with charges but in other contexts).
*If the human mind were simple enough for us to understand,
we would be too simple-minded to understand it* .
Assange should face the trumpet music "You can claim they are trumpeted up charges if you like, but he still should go to court to either face the music or clear his name"
One wonders how many people who get it right—trumped up—actually image a trumpet rather than a card game.
Hatching new language, one eggcorn at a time.
The kind of person who would bring false charges is probably a tramp…
This substitution seems particularly common in reports from Africa.
What legal remedies can you apply to defend yourself against persons who have taken you to court over tramped up charges?
Hichilema, however, believes the move is a countrywide ploy to implicate opposition leaders and throw them in jail on tramped up charges.
But maybe it actually has more to do with something that's been walked upon, since I also see:
This comes after media reports over the weekend indicating that a plan has already been hatched to frame religious with trampled up charges as to muzzle them.
Stories of him being a victim of some trampled up charges and false allegations are being repeatedly posted in the internet, but are silent in the mainstream media.
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Funny. Trampled up charges. They must have trampled on his rights. Like the victims of these false accusations, who were just innocent chumps.
I'm not fully convinced that these two so-called victims were actual victims. I truly believe that they were out to get some extra money so made up these chumped up charges against the coach.
http://www.topix.com/forum/city/lakelan … JD2BKRB3EH
Hello Penny, Guy Gadbois is currently in prison on chumped up charges but I will tell him you stopped by
While "ramped up" as a verb phrase is a legitimate idiom, the use of it as a modifier of "charges" seems to be an eggcorn. It seems to change the meaning of the idiom (trumped up meaning fabricated) to charges which, while not completely unwarranted, are more severe than necessary.
Comment on Assange: "It makes me wonder if this is bigger than just the ramped up charges against him."
Juvenile injustice: "The charges reported are completely unjust given the alleged act, and illustrate the widespread issue in juvenile justice of ramped up charges against young people whose behavior is typical of adolescents their age."
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chumped up! HA! Love it. Reminds me of my Vietnamese students who have informed me that the common name "Tran" actually sounds more like "Chan" (/tʃan/) to my ears.


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This Is Why Obama's Health Care Support Continues To Erode
Along with his credibility. When the House bill on health care (H 3200) came out, anyone who read the bill, to include Republicans, noted that it planned to pay for much of what was offered through Medicare cuts. And, in speeches and talks following that, President Obama said that he wanted to "end subsidies" to Medicare Advantage, a Medicare supplemental program very popular with those using Medicare (because it covers what Medicare doesn't).
Even the CBO has come out, as noted yesterday, and said what President Obama is talking about when it comes to Medicare will cut the level of benefits for Medicare users.
Be that as it may, and as he has in many things, he claims everyone else is wrong, he's right and those disagreeing with him are simply doing it for political purposes. In talking points distributed by the White House today, they say:
Talking Points: Republicans' Disingenuous Scare Tactics on Medicare
• Recently, as part of an ongoing effort to revive their political fortunes by killing health insurance reform, many Republicans have been attempting to scare America's seniors with false myths about what reform would mean for Medicare.
• These distortions and outright falsehoods would be offensive under any circumstances, but they're especially disingenuous coming from a group who has a long history of opposing Medicare and who very recently tried to kill the program as we know it.
• Just this past April, nearly four-fifths of Republican House members voted to end Medicare as we know it by turning it into a voucher program that provides a fixed sum of money to buy private insurance.
• And this most recent assault on Medicare is just the latest in a war Republicans have been waging on the program for decades.
They also attempt to spin away the CBO finding that benefits will indeed be cut and they further attempt to justify the Medicare Advantage cuts.
But this just isn't selling to those at whom it's aimed.
Gallup reports that seniors 65 and older are the demographic with the largest percentage against the reform being offered. By a margin of 10% (42% to 32%) they oppose it.
I think it is pretty safe to say that seniors, at this point, don't trust the Democrats and certainly aren't now going to buy into the old "Republicans are using scare tactics" canard. Nor are seniors going to be mollified by claims that Medicare Advantage "overcharges" and therefore should be eliminated.
I've talked about the erosion of independent support for the administration and Democrats in general. If the Democrats want to ensure a minority in the Congress in 2010, continue to alienate the seniors as they are presently doing and they'll get their desire. And that might also mean 2012 won't be looking so hot for them either.
This is a demographic which knows their issues (especially health care) and votes them. Screw with this program (and yeah it's ironic that we're talking about leaving a government program alone, but again, since they don't have a choice, that says nothing about its quality or efficiency) and you can almost bet the house (pun intended) that 2010 will find a new majority in one of the chambers of Congress.
Two Reasons Americans Don't Want Obamacare
While the rest of the nation ponders whether Kanye West is a "jackass" and President Obama was correct in calling him that, I've been thinking about why the Democrats and Obama are having such a tough time selling their health care proposals.
Obviously part of the push back by the people has been because of the recession. Common sense says you don't exacerbate a bad financial situation by adding debt. Nothing anyone has claimed about the "health care savings" reform would bring has resonated with the public. That's because people don't believe or trust the rosy estimates that Democrats have used. And of course it hasn't helped that the CBO has shot down just about every one of their claims as well.
In fact it looks a lot like 1993 all over again according to an ABC/Washington Post poll released today:
Sixteen percent of the respondents to the most recent poll say their health care would improve if the proposed changes are enacted, and 32 percent say their health care will be worse if that happens.
By comparison, the same poll in late September of 1993 found 19 percent saying their health care would improve and 31 percent saying it would get worse.
Even deploying Obama to use his vaunted oratorical skills to turn the tide hasn't worked according to another poll:
A USA TODAY/Gallup Poll taken after the president's dramatic address to a joint session of Congress last week shows Americans almost evenly divided over passing a health care bill and inclined to think it would make some of the system's vexing problems worse, not better.
Six in 10 say Obama's proposal, if enacted, would not achieve his goals of expanding coverage to nearly all Americans without raising taxes on the middle class or lowering the quality of health care. For the first time, a majority disapprove of the way he's handling health care policy.
So what's the problem? Why does public opinion seem so dead set against what Democrats feel is beneficial legislation for all?
Well, what Obama and the Democrats are running up against is the same problem Bill Clinton et. al experienced. People, for the most part, are quite satisfied with the insurance they have and don't want to chance government messing that up. And they understand that the chance of government messing it up, given how government does most things, is very high.
Although polls have consistently shown that just over half of Americans think the health-care system is in need of reform, a substantial majority say they are satisfied with their own insurance and care. Any hope of change will require their support, according to experts and advocates across the ideological spectrum.
"They are critical," said Drew E. Altman, president and chief executive of the Kaiser Family Foundation, a nonpartisan health research organization. "This debate will turn on people like this trying to answer the question 'Will this benefit my family?' "
Most are concluding it won't benefit their family and, in fact, may end up being detrimental to them.
Democrats seem to be missing the point that while health care reform is popular, their version of health care reform isn't. I guess health care reform somewhat resembles porn – the people will know it when they see it. But they're not seeing it in the proposals the Democrats are offering right now – and that is why there's this massive push back.
The majority of those opposed do not believe the claims that nothing will change pertaining to their health care. It simply doesn't makes sense to them that the scope and goals of the change being discussed won't effect their coverage.
One of President Obama's biggest challenges this fall will be persuading seniors to accept his healthcare proposals. Many elderly voters are deeply worried about "Obama-care" because they fear that his plans will reduce their coverage and increase their costs. Seniors, in fact, are more opposed to Obama's healthcare ideas than any other age group.
Of course the irony, as pointed out any number of times, is that most seniors are on a government program. Rarely pointed out is the fact that they have no choice in the matter. Consequently those who love to point this out and crow about how seniors "like" their government insurance never follow that up with the fact that seniors are forced into a system which may or may not have been their first choice.
But that aside, seniors don't like change. And, they're smart people who understand that they are the demographic that spends the most on health care. Given that understanding, when the goal of "cutting costs" is put forward as a primary goal of the reform being discussed, they know where those cuts are most likely to be made.
But they have developed a deep skepticism toward Obama's agenda of expanding the reach and power of Washington. They basically agree with the conservative attack that he is a liberal zealot who wants to inject the government into every nook and cranny of American life—including everyday decisions about the choice of doctors and medical plans, pollsters say. Some seniors specifically fear that the healthcare overhaul will take money away from their cherished Medicare program, and they don't want to take that risk.
Only 35 percent of people 65 and older approve of Obama's handling of healthcare, according to a Washington Post/ABC News poll in August …
Their defense of a government medical insurance program for themselves and their skepticism of further government intrusion into our lives isn't quite as contradictory (or ironic) once you understand the whys and wherefores of the mandatory nature of Medicare. Seniors aren't interested in more government or the chance that the only insurance available to them will be cut to meet a savings goal.
Those are how the planets are lining up in the health care reform universe. Obama and the Dems aren't succeeding in convincing the skeptics with their arguments. In fact, as it drags on, more skeptics are being born than believers.
The answer, devoid of politics, seems clear. Stop the process right now, reset the debate and actually have one. Find out what "reform" means to the public and act on that consensus. It may end up merely insuring those without insurance. It may be that and tort reform plus opening up the intra-state private insurance markets and eliminating mandates. Or more. Or less. But what should be clear to both the Democrats and Obama at this point is it is not what they're offering.
The danger to them (electorally) and to us (reduction of liberty) is they'll disregard that in the name of politics and ram through something we'll all regret but find difficult get rid of once passed.
That's what I fear and it appears that's what some on the left are prepared to do. They have waited too long and have too much invested politically to back off now.


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Victoire: Cathedral CityPosted by Jay Batzner in CD Review, tags: CD Review, chamber music, Clarinet, electronics, Jay Batzner, Missy Mazzoli, New Amsterdam, Piano, postminimalism, strings, violin, women composers
Cathedral City
music of Missy Mazzoli
New Amsterdam Records
Victoire is Missy Mazzoli: compositions, keyboards, piano, melodica, toys; Olivia De Prato: violin; Lorna Krier: keyboards; Eileen Mack: clarinet; Eleonore Oppenheim: double bass, electric bass
- A Door into the Dark
- i am coming for my things
- Cathedral City
- Like a Miracle
- The Diver
- A Song for Mick Kelly
- A Song for Arthur Russell
- India Whiskey
Victoire is an ensemble that is hard to categorize. On the one hand, this is an instrumental chamber group that (on this album) is championing the music of one of its members. Mazzoli's compositional voice is clear and focused, she definitely has something to say. The textures of the music, the timbres in the ensemble, the use of synthesizers and electronics, though, make Victoire appear less like a conventional chamber ensemble and more like a "band." Unlike Build, a similar genre-bending group on the same label, Victoire's connection to either the "chamber music" or "popular music" worlds is much more fluid. You can love or hate this group based on whichever camp you find yourself.
But enough about what Victoire is not. Mazzoli's compositions are smooth and flowing with a aura of emotional detachment. Harmonies are comforting, long lyrical lines are abundant, and Mazzoli finds exciting ways to provide rhythmic propulsion without a dedicated percussionist. The music simmers. Distorted guitar in A Song for Mick Kelly could have plunged that track into some real spleen-venting thrash but Mazzoli shows excellent restraint and control. This isn't minimalism, this isn't pop, this is simply Mazzoli. Her compositional voice is distinct and highly listenable. Events unfold slowly, unhurried, but never lagging or taking too long.
Each player in Victoire blends extremely well with the various synth and electronic sounds that form the sound world of each track. I am especially drawn to the juxtaposition of bubbling synths and the lyrical line of the double bass in Like a Miracle. The various breathy and hollow synth sounds are well chosen for their blend.
Many vocal elements permeate the compositions but again, there is a distancing of those emotionally charged elements from the listener. i am coming for my things replicates an answering machine message rich with emotional potential. India Whiskey uses the same technique of distancing a vocal element by manipulating a "number station" recording of a male voice counting over radio static. This static becomes the rhythmic motivator of the track as well as a timbral touchstone for the synths and instruments. I fear that a lot of the discussion about Victoire is going to revolve around the "what are they/what aren't they." I would much rather put that conversation aside and focus on their product: Intriguing music of our time, expertly crafted, performed, and produced.


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Nvidia Corp., a leading supplier of graphics technologies, has announced a new graphics processing unit (GPU) for mobile computers. The new chip targets systems designed for gamers that are mostly desktop replacement type of laptops and are hardly tailored for use on the go. Nevertheless, the launch increases the gap between performance offered by ATI and Nvidia in the mobile graphics space.
The GeForce Go 7950 GTX has 24 pixel processors, 8 vertex processors and is clocked at 575MHz, up 75MHz compared to the predecessor, the GeForce Go 7900 GTX. Nvidia recommends to use 512MB of 1400MHz GDDR3 memory with 256-bit along with the new mobile graphics chip, which is another 200MHz improvement over the previous high-end graphics part.
Even though the market of high-performance mobile computers for gamers is relatively small, it is highly profitable and Nvidia enjoys the lead over ATI Technologies here. Currently the fastest mobile graphics chip the Markham, Ontario-based developer can offer is Mobility Radeon X1800 XT, which has 16 pixel processors, 8 vertex processor and 550MHz clock-speed. Technical specs of the GeForce Go 7950 GTX are close to those of pre-overclocked GeForce 7900 GT graphics boards for desktops, which usually either deliver equal performance with desktop Radeon X1800 XT (625MHz core-clock), or outperform the rival tangibly, according to an X-bit labs review.
"2006 is a phenomenal year of growth and technology leadership for Nvidia notebook GPUs. The efficient Nvidia GeForce 7-series GPU architecture continues to deliver the ultimate visual experience in notebooks of every class – from lightweight ultra-portables to HD DVD multimedia machines," said Jeff Fisher, senior vice president of the GPU business unit at Nvidia.
The GeForce Go 7950 GTX graphics processor is produced using 90nm process technology and has power envelope of 45W. To preserve energy, the chip supports PowerMizer 6.0 technology as well as some other features.
Notebooks featuring the Nvidia GeForce Go 7950 GTX GPU are available for order from notebook suppliers in North America and


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