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Environmental advocates have been pushing for a total ban of mining operations in the Philippines. They allege that mining has caused irreversible degradation to the environment, posing constant threat to local communities.
It is easy for people to view mining in a negative perspective because it is always an object of blame whenever there is a disaster that has something to do with mining operations, legal or illegal.
In the aftermath of the Comval province landslide, local officials immediately passed an ordinance totally banning gold mining in Pantucan, Compostela. As a result of the law, thousands of residents have lost their only sources of income.
People can always talk all sorts of problems and throw all sorts of blames whenever disaster strikes, but who is talking about solutions? Who is talking about alternatives to lost livelihood?
Mining per se is not a problem - regulation is. Many of the mining companies in the country are operating without proper public consultation because in the first place, decisions on where and when to operate are made by few individuals in the government. If there is public consultation, it is only skin-deep. It does not really address peoples concerns as to what extent mining would affect their lives.
But if regulated properly, mining can bring in tremendous economic benefits to the country. America, for instance, before it became a world economic superpower fueled by research and innovations, was once a mining haven in the world. Before mining came into existence in Britain, mining gold and copper had already started in the US as early as 1705. And as early as 1848, the California Gold Rush term became a magnet for investments.
According to state.gov, the mining potential of the Philippines remains an unexplored trove of treasure. Heres what the article says:
The Philippines is one of the world's most highly mineralized countries, with untapped mineral wealth estimated at more than $840 billion. Philippine copper, gold, and chromate deposits are among the largest in the world. Other important minerals include nickel, silver, coal, gypsum, and sulfur. The Philippines also has significant deposits of clay, limestone, marble, silica, and phosphate. Natural gas reserves discovered off Palawan have been brought on-line to generate electricity.
Despite its rich mineral deposits, the Philippine mining industry is just a fraction of what it was in the 1970s and 1980s when the country ranked among the 10 leading gold and copper producers worldwide. Low metal prices, high production costs, and lack of investment in infrastructure contributed to the industry's overall decline. A December 2004 Supreme Court decision upheld the constitutionality of the 1995 Mining Act, thereby allowing up to 100% foreign-owned companies to invest in large-scale exploration, development, and utilization of minerals, oil, and gas. Some local government units have enacted mining bans in their territories, citing concerns over environmental degradation, unequal distribution of tax revenue, unemployment caused by displacement of small-scale miners, and marginalization of Indigenous People.
That sums up the state of mining industry in the country. Our position is that mining can invigorate our economy if it is done well.
Rather than being operated by foreign companies, it is best that the government itself would handle mining operations, perhaps in partnership with some foreign capitalists, and return the profit to our people.
The sad fact is that the Philippines is not benefiting that much from mining operations since most of the raw materials are shipped abroad. Mining can do good to the country if the Filipinos themselves are the investors and the products are used here. But that is not the case. We are just exporters of raw materials, not manufacturers of products taken from mined materials.
The government, though it makes money from taxes, is eventually left on cleaning up the debris and wastes abandoned by foreign mining companies.


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Just wanted to share an interesting tea experience. For QingMing festival, while visiting in-laws, I got to visit a relative who lives in the mountains in the Huang Shan (Famous for Huang Shan Mao Feng) area. They have a few tea bushes on their property which they pluck and prepare for themselves (not enough to sell). They let us try their pre-qingming 2011 tea, which was just stored in a small stainless steel container. The tea was great, and very fresh despite being stored for over 1 year in a pretty basic container. They told us that the secret was that they dry the tea more than usual when they prepare it. Most tea for sale is about 80% dried upon sale/packaging. They dry theirs as much as possible, which makes the tea very brittle but preserves well. Such brittle tea would not be good for sale, and producers prefer to have more water weight to gain a better profit.
I also plucked a few buds off of some wild tea plants and chewed on them. I had never tried this, but was surprised that they didn't have much flavor. Has anyone tried to make tea from fresh tea buds that haven't been processed? Probably wouldn't make very good tea.

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Assistant Secretary of State for African Affairs Johnnie Carson and Ambassador Princeton Lyman held a special press briefing today at the State Department on the Southern Sudan referendum.
Assistant Secretary Carson said, "...The referendum on Southern Sudan's independence is going extremely well, and we are pleased with the cooperation that we have seen from the leaders on both sides. The polling process is scheduled to last seven days and end on January 15th. Thus far, we are pleased with the high level of turnout and the cooperation of officials in both North and South Sudan.
"The process has been peaceful with only a handful of reported disturbances in Abyei and north of the 1956 North-South border. There is no reported conflict in the areas of Southern Sudan other than in Abyei. Officials from the North and South should be commended for their collaboration and handling of this monumental challenging and historical task.
"As we all know, this referendum is a historic moment for Sudan, for Africa, and for the international community. The people of Southern Sudan are determining whether they will remain a part of a united Sudan or become an independent sovereign state. The referendum marks the last major phase of the Comprehensive Peace Agreement signed by the representatives of the Governments of North and South Sudan in January of 2005.
"More critical work needs to be done in the coming months to ensure final implementation of the agreement. Issues related to Abyei, to citizenship, to boundaries, and wealth-sharing remain to be worked out. But the Sudanese Government and people of the South have defied all of their skeptics in coming this far. Just as few days remain before the polls close, and we are hopeful that the Sudanese people will continue their efforts to ensure that the process remains on course. The United States is committed to doing everything possible to ensure that the referendum and the final implementation of the Comprehensive Peace Agreement lead to an outcome in which the Sudanese people can prosper peacefully under a single or under two separate states.
"As many of you are aware, President Obama and his foreign policy team, especially Secretary of State Clinton, UN Ambassador Susan Rice, Deputy National Security Advisor Denis McDonough, and Special Envoy Scott Gration are putting enormous efforts into supporting the outcome, the successful outcome, and conclusion of the current referendum. They have been aided and assisted by Ambassador Princeton Lyman and more recently Dane -- Ambassador Dane Smith, who is working on the Darfur issue. And I might also say that while we have focused very hard on ensuring the completion of the CPA, we have not taken our eye off of the issue of Darfur."
Ambassador Lyman added: "...I know some of you are quite aware that for some time, people have questioned whether that would be possible, whether it was possible politically or whether it was possible technically. And the fact that it's come off is a credit across the board.
"I'm particularly impressed with the willingness of people in Sudan to make a very tough decision because to contemplate a split of your country and to reach a decision to go ahead with that is a courageous act. Second, I'm impressed with the international community and the role it's played to make it possible for this referendum to take place. The work of the United Nations and its mission in Sudan has been extremely important in providing technical and logistical support for the referendum as well as for security.
"...Now, there has been in Abyei some clashes recently. Abyei is not taking part in the referendum, and nothing in these unfortunate situations is impacting on the referendum. Nevertheless, this is a worrisome situation. Abyei, as you know, was scheduled to have a referendum also to start on January 9th. It was to be a referendum in which the people of Abyei decided whether they wanted to continue to be part of the North, which they are now, or to become part of the South. And there couldn't be -- there was no agreement on voter eligibility; the referendum couldn't be held. This remains an extremely important and sensitive issue to be resolved in the future.
"This is also a historically tense time within Abyei as the migration begins. And because the migration hasn't been fully worked out between the Ngok Dinka and the Misseriya, there's a lot of tension on the ground. And some of the violence that we've seen, some of these clashes is a product of that tension. We're pleased that the government, the Ngok Dinka, the SPLM are all working in meetings in Abyei today and tomorrow to resolve these issues, bring things under control, work out the arrangements for this year's migration, et cetera, and hopefully contain the situation. But the long-term resolution of Abyei is obviously a political decision that has to be made.
"Just finally on the atmosphere, I was visiting polling stations in the North -- all very well organized, no problems, no security problems, people walked in and out not feeling any pressures one way or another. Voting has been light in the North, probably as we had suspected. In the South, as you've heard, a lot of people coming to the polls very excited. That's where the bulk of the voters are, and it's gone very well. There has been no problems at all throughout the area.
"We have people and lots and lots of other observers in Southern Sudan. You have observer groups from, of course, the Carter Center, from the EU, from the Arab League, from the Africa Union, from other groups, IGAD, and thousands of domestic observers. We watched in the North -- northern polling stations, as many as ten observers sitting at each station -- more observers, in some cases, than voters coming in and out. But it was a good sign. People were organized. They were eager to make this a success. So the mood in both North and South in the way the voting's going has been very positive."
You can read the complete transcript here. Secretary Clinton's statement on the Referendum is available here.


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Skip to comments.Tight budget may force Pentagon to cut forces: general
Posted on 02/09/2013 4:46:32 PM PST by SkyPilot
The Pentagon will have to cut the size of U.S. military forces for the second time in as many years if across-the-board spending reductions of $470 billion over 10 years take effect March 1, the top U.S. military officer said on Saturday.
General Martin Dempsey, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, said about a third of the cuts would have to come from forces, with the remaining two-thirds taken from spending on modernization, compensation and readiness.
He noted that the Army had begun to shrink last year toward 490,000 from a high of 570,000, a result of efforts to trim $487 billion over 10 years as required by the Budget Control Act of 2011.
The Budget Control Act also envisioned the additional across-the-board cuts under a process known as sequestration. If those cuts go into effect, "the Army will have to come down again," Dempsey said.
Speaking to reporters traveling with him to Afghanistan, Dempsey said two recent high-profile examples of belt-tightening were attempts by the Pentagon to adapt to the current challenging budget climate and had nothing to do with sequestration.
The Pentagon said last week it would seek a smaller-than-expected pay increase of 1 percent for military personnel in the 2014 fiscal year budget. Pay increases have generally been pegged to an employment cost index and had been expected to rise 1.7 percent.
"That action is being taken to help us absorb the $487 billion in the Budget Control Act. It has nothing to do with sequestration," Dempsey said.
A defense official said the lower pay increase would save the department about $470 million during the 2014 fiscal year. The savings would amount to $3 billion over five years because future increases would be based on the lower 2014 raise.
(Excerpt) Read more at reuters.com ...
We can't fund carrier strike groups, but Republicans and Democrats in Congress fully funded (for another year) extending unemployment benefits (yet again) to the tune of Billions of Dollars.
Entitlements are exempt from sequestration, and are 62% of the budget, yet we rape the military, and even the Republicans are cheering this time.
The DoD is under a triple curse: the previous Obama cuts of $487 Billion, the Continuting Resolution, and now the looming $600+ Billion in Sequestration cuts.
"What we've got to make clear to the Congress next week (is) that it's not just about sequestration. We're trying to absorb the $487 billion Budget Control Act, we're trying to absorb the challenges that were imposed on us by the continuing resolution and we're anticipating absorbing sequestration," Dempsey said.
Good thing everybody who wants one is getting "their" check though.
Obama targets military it is all BS.
Sort of hard to believe we can afford to give a bunch of F-16s to a country controlled by terrorists.
Not to worry. The Gays and the Women will be safe from these cuts.
Pharaoh Obumer must trying to get that Army down to what was authorized in the 1930's; 127,000.
When threatened with budget cuts, the heads of an organization present the more drastic alternatives to cutting actual waste.
Every organization wastes money. When I was in the corporate world I saw tremendous waste. When I was in the military I saw even more. The individual men and women in the military deserve our greatest respect. But as an organization, the military is another government agency subject to the same tendencies to bloated bureaucracy and fiscal negligence as any other.
I can name a few generals we can get rid of.
Congress is too stupid to figure out how to write their own budget for five years, but smart enough to tell the Military what their budget will be.
Interesting times, yet we gut the military in favor for an entitlement class, lol.
Obama called for these cuts. He is going to win wars with his drones.
Yes we all know that, apparently the GOP leadership does not give a hoot which is really interesting.
With all the recent ammo sales, and other diverse goings on, I think it is a good possibility that this administration has/is creating a black citizen suppression army. The standing army will not fight citizens within the country's boundaries.
That will be Obama's top priority if he has his way. Our regular army serves no purpose to Obama.
Obama's sequester bluff has backfired on him.
Obama is going to cut the military budget no matter what sequestration does. It's better to let sequestration go on and thus give the Republicans more leverage, than give in now, and have the military cut anyway.
sequester only cuts the increases - what is being spent today is not affected.
this, IMO, all aimed at manipulating the American mind and put pressure on our weak kneed politicians.
Look at the medals that Dempsey is wearing. The guy has been driving a desk and anal smooching his whole career. That's why he is in the top job to help ruin the military.
The budget is being cut about 10%.
...and missions are being expanded thus draining resources that hamper future readiness/tech/foundation. Wrong area to cut with all the wet work/COIN being asked to be perform.
Let's see. . .Decrease in military spending . . .increase in illegal immigration benefits Goodbye America as we "knew" it
If they still have mandatory muslim sensitivity training after these cuts take effect, then it wasn't enough.
Well how about we pull our forces out of Germany,Japan, Britain,etc. and keep that money spent where we need it. The socialists in those countries lambast us and our soldiers and demand we leave until they realize how many billions of dollars we spend propping up their economies. I say let them spend their own damn money defending themselves and we can use some of the money basing those men here and prop up our own economy.
"The Gays and the Women will be safe from these cuts."
I thought women worked cheaper anyway? Seems we could make cuts in their salaries as liberals claim they don't get paid what men get paid anyway.
Did you even read the article? Have you done any news research on this?
Not only is the military dealing with a ~$45 Billion per year cut that started in 2011, they are dealing with decreased funding due to the Continuing Resolution. Sequestration is the final knife.
Because the military cannot touch military pay during the first year, all of the cuts this year have to come from Operations and Maintenance, the life blood of operations.
I hope America enjoys their entitlement checks, while men and women who have served this nation through hardship, loneliness, deployments, and sacrifice are under-minded.
I hear that repeated over, and over, and over, and over, and over again on Free Republic.
It is another sign of colossal ignorance about how the military operates.
The US has a global mission because we have a global interest. Our political and economic power is directly tied to our military.
When the US responds and operates overseas, that requires overseas bases. Period.
In Europe, Rota NAS Spain, Sigonella NAS Italy, RAF Mildenhall England, and Ramstein Air Base Germany are major logistical and operation hubs. They are also on the now small short list of the military's few overseas enroute bases that are left. The US used to have access to scores of air, land, and naval bases all over the globe. Now, there a just a few. When the next crisis happens in the Middle East (and it will), or there is another terrorist attack on US soil (and there will be), or innocents are being slaughtered as in Rwanda or Bosnia, our politicos demand the of US military: "Do something now!"
You don't get the job done without overseas bases.
Pretty much. It sure looks that way as of right now.
I like your tag line.
I hear ya, it's just the anger boiling over from every time the Dems get in office and immediately do their best to slice up our military. But hey Obama says we don't need the military so much, he can just use drones.
Congress hates it when people call it that, they preferred the "Joint Resolution Committee." I am not joking. I had a Congressman correct me.
I cannot, for the life of me, understand what the heck Boehner, Ryan, and Cantor were thinking when they not only agreed to this garbage, but that they agreed to let the military be punished with 50% of the cuts. Did they really (really?) believe that a committee with a bunch of Democrats on it (that the party got to pick) would enact reasonable Entitlement reform?
Maybe it would have succeeded if Max Baucus was promised a fifth and a hooker, Patty Murry was given a brain transplant, John Kerry was told there was a rich widow included in the deal, and James Clyburn was promised another cash kickback. Barring that, it was a disaster. The Democrats literally walked out, but not before telling the Republicans that they would cut Entitlements over their dead bodies.
So now, the military gets punished.
How about cutting out a few generals? The military has become a slush fund for defense contractors and generals and other high ranking officers who become lobbyists and TV talking heads. They never met a new, expensive weapons system, plane, or ship that they didn't love!
The military has become so politicized that I wonder how it operates at all. Billions wasted and still the troops are underpaid and don't have the equipment they need.
"I think it is a good possibility that this administration has/is creating a black citizen suppression army."
If you're inferring that black ghetto kids with no training, no high school diplomas and no idea how to aim a glock are about to march across America and subdue 70 million armed Americans, you don't have a clue what you're talking about.
Logistically, they first need to break out of their black ghettos and cross through the Mexican barrios that surround them. That in itself will cost the blacks a million casualties.
love your name...must have been in Hawaii once...LOL. As to your post - NAIL ON THE HEAD!!
Who cares if the bloated military budget is cut? My city and state were invaded by a bunch of illegal aliens and the Defense Department did NOTHING! I know Freepers want a massive military budget....but, the invasion was and is from Mexico... Now the threat and rot is from within... Cutting a TINY amount from the military budge is hardly going to affect our national defense. Nobody did anything while we were invaded during the 80's, 90's and 2000's...so let's all quit whining about these "cuts"!
I can kick my diabetic, old dog this morning because I am upset with illegal immigration. It would have the same effect (and be just as moral) as punishing our men and women in uniform because local law enforcement, ICE, and the Border Patrol are not empowered or are not acting within the law.
If you did read the article, you obviously are unable to grasp the facts.
The Sequestration cuts are the final blow. The 10% is the amount of the cut required by the Budget Control Act of 2011, and Obama exempted military pay for the first year (he said this during the campaign last year to deflect criticism). Therefore, ALL of the cuts have to be taken out of the DoD's Operations and Maintenance lines. That cut will be ~25% or even more (no one know yet how bad). And ALL of that has to be cut between March and September.
Compounding the crisis for the DoD, Obama began cutting the military much earlier. There were almost half a billion dollars in cuts (spread out over ten years) that he pushed for and implemented. Secretary Gates started them. Thousand of jobs were lost. Modernization was canceled. This all began 2 years ago.
Making this even worse for the military is the fact that the Senate and Obama never passed a budget (the House did, but that became moot). The military has been operating under a Continuing Resolution for almost 2 years now, with funding frozen at previous levels and with no ability to even forecast new budgets for itself.
And now comes the knife across the throat to our readiness and capability: Sequestration.
Here is just one article that lays out some additional facts for you (if you take time to read it this time):
Sequestration threatens the country's ability to allow those in uniform to do their jobs. To understand what it means in real terms, look at the Air Force. Over the past decade, the service has been hit with numerous cuts and now the 2013 budget risks pushing airmen over the brink. There comes a point when people simply cannot do more with less. Unless Congress passes a sustainable and viable alternative to the Budget Control Act, challenges arising in the Air Force will be mirrored throughout the Army, Navy and Marine Corps -- curtailing the number of key policy options upon which our nation's leaders depend.
Read this is well - it demonstrates the myopia of your statement:
Army: 78% Of Combat Brigades Will Skip Training Due To Sequester, CR
This nation will pay a price for this epic fiscal malpractice vis-à-vis our military. Perhaps that will be part of God's judgment of our nation, because I see that coming.
For training I have heard enough about it that I know it has too much talking and not enough doing. As for deployment, it is obvious to everyone that we need to cut in Europe. On the intel side, we need to end cold war intelligence. It was why we failed on 9/11 but it was not even effective against cold war enemies. Too much early generation (symmetric) warfare thinking. Too many GIGO computer systems that literally don't work.
Here's a CATO proposal: http://www.comw.org/pda/fulltext/120515DefSense.pdf and some rebuttal: http://www.conservativedailynews.com/2012/12/rebuttal-of-catospdas-defense-sense-defense-cuts-proposals/ I had a really good paper on a fundamental restructuring of dod and intelligence, but I can't find it ATTM. It is strategic thinking that will sustain America's strength with our (still) very large budget, not doing the same things and trying to trim those.
Black meaning 'off the books'.
They will have training and logistical support.
Socialist governments have a long history of sponsoring violent (but pro-government) civilian militia organizations in order to suppress domestic opposition.
Watch for "community outreach" and "neighborhood watch" programs which provide training to disadvantaged minority youth groups. When they start displaying visible security forces, you will know that the next episode of the game is ready to start.
Of course "Brown shirt" forces have limited capabilties and are notoriously unreliable. In later phases of power consoliation the "Brown shirts" generally must be liquidated. But for intimidating unarmed civilians, they are pretty effective.
Moreover the regular police forces will initially be directed to ignore pro-government militias or even to protect them from resistance and retaliation. It is that direction which will cause the government security forces to self-destruct.
The fact that a militia program ulitmately cannot work doesn't mean "they" won't try it. The elites firmly believe that they can have anything they want if they push hard enough.
"Socialist governments have a long history of sponsoring violent (but pro-government) civilian militia organizations in order to suppress domestic opposition."
Comparing American socialists with German fascists is futile. An active and organized group needs to believe in something other than jumbo bags of potato chips, Nike shoes and crack.
You can't organize an armed group based on shopping for stuff. A flash mob is the antithesis of a trained military platoon.
We have seen dozens of examples in the last two years where this has been done.
Flash mobs can be organized quickly in an angry population and it only requires one or two participants to carry firearms. This emboldens the rest of the mob.
To be sure, this is not a trained military platoon. It cannot stand up to organized resistance. It does not need to do so to be effective. The goal is terrorizing unarmed neighbors into submission.
A small cadre of minimally trained young men with light arms - or even clubs- can do that.
A more apt comparison is with South American facists in Argentina, Venezuela, and Bolivia. This is exactly how they work today.
We have had over 40 years of grievance-mongering politicians telling various minority groups that all their troubles have been caused by "the man". That gives violent young men something to believe in other than "jumbo bags of potato chips, Nike shoes, and crack".
It is enough to make a start and we have elites who are willing to try it. (Remember the NBPP in Philidelphia?) The fact that it cannot work in the long run is unlikely to prevent an attempt in the short run.
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Is the forest speaks doing ok?
Is there a way to view the messages online, ie without receiving them by email?
I went to the forest speaks info page and clicked on Forestspeaks Archives... all I got was a blank page.
Incidentally, does anyone know how many subscribers it has?


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How reliable is your hospital? A qualitative framework for analysing reliability levels
- Correspondence to Dr David E Ikkersheim, Delft University of Technology, IPSE studies, Plexus, Straatweg 68, 3621 BR Breukelen, The Netherlands; ikkersheim{at}plexus.nl
- Accepted 23 February 2011
- Published Online First 21 March 2011
Objective Many approaches and methods have been developed to reduce errors in the healthcare delivery process and to increase patient safety. One of the approaches suited to improve patient safety is reliability theory. This paper adds a qualitative dimension to the application of reliability theory in hospitals. Based on a review of the literature, the authors identified a framework of qualitative elements that can be used to diagnose, understand and thereby improve upon the level of reliability in (department of) a hospital.
Results Based on the literature search, the authors identified four interconnected elements that are crucial for hospital reliability. These four elements are: process optimisation and standardisation; outcome measurement and monitoring; responsibilities and accountability of medical professionals; and organisational culture.
Discussion Substantial effort has been made in the last decade to improve patient safety. The actual improvement in safety has been fairly modest, which is understandable because most hospitals currently have fairly unreliable processes in place. Using the framework presented here, hospitals can gauge the reliability of their processes and practices. Recognisable characteristics provide insights into where improvement is needed and possible. In addition, this framework provides a way to view the relationship between different patient safety building blocks and a means to link them conceptually. An integrated approach is needed for hospitals to achieve a higher reliability level with particular attention to the interconnected elements that affect patient safety.
Competing interests None.
Provenance and peer review Not commissioned; externally peer reviewed.


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Hi people,
I would be great to get more people doing things, murals or installations in the forest, so I thought that we could go to art collages and universities and advertise our free spaces, walls, areas that are waiting for revival. THere are still lots of spaces that would be good to change like the walls around the staircases, the basement walls, the installation area, tables. We can also make posters and take them all around the city and post them in galleries, cafés etc.
who would be up for making something together and brainstorming?


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AP, I'm confident that you're going to have no problem getting the heat out of your setup.Btw, speaking of kilns and pizza (and reduction), have you seen this?http://www.pizzamaking.com/forum/index.php/topic,15696.0.html
In my opinion, it is not worth the effort. You end up with an appliance that is "OK" for the multiple uses, but not optimized for either. Better to build the smoker next to the oven, or the fireplace next to oven, or the grill next to the oven, rather than try and bastardize a combination that is a compromise of both.
That's pretty funny. They'd have a hard time firing too much pottery in it after making pizzas- the elements get stuff condensed on them and corrode at high temps.
From the glow of the red emanating from the kiln, it looks to me that they're running these at pretty high temps. Do you think the elements might be corroding now?


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The meaning of community
This marks my first official D&C blog post. Luckily, this first post is kind of a "gimme".
Frankly, I just had to write about an incredible example of community.
What defines community? Sure, anyone could throw down a smattering of adjectives to describe what "community" is. Yet, true examples of community take our breath away.
Such is the case with a group of students from Greece Athena and their incredible teacher, Ian Gupton.
Last year a student in their school was enduring a difficult battle with cancer. They did something more than just reach out. They created a fundraiser with a message reaching well beyond the average raffle or bake sale.
Students and their fearless faculty advisor wrote, produced, and performed a play featuring a teenage girl with cancer as its central character. That night as they took the stage, I sat in the sold-out audience absolutely spellbound. Members of our Teens Living with Cancer (TLC) program (of which I serve as program coordinator) gave their applause with tears in their eyes. The journey portrayed hit very close to home for so many of us watching. There was hardly a dry eye to be found in the packed auditorium.
Cast, crew, parents and volunteers had all stitched together their dedication into a knock-your-socks-off performance. The story's rich and poignant message was only heightened by a realization– that this labor of love was all sparked by a desire to make a difference.
Such an intense work of creativity surely couldn't happen again, right? Not so.
THIS Friday night the self-dubbed Dream Team (joined by other students from the entire Greece School District) will bring that magic back to the stage. This year's production- "Elpida: The Legacy of A Hero" charges forward with more of that same spirit of community. This year its cast will include two of our TLC members, teen cancer survivors Bryn Mugnolo and Victoria Fortunato and the original music of another, Nadine Dyskant-Miller.
It's really come full circle.
Hero. It's a word we hear a lot. I don't like to throw that word around lightly. However, collectively I think this group gets a hero badge. They are heroes because they knew what this endeavor would involve…and forged ahead anyway- together as a team.
These students have worked so tirelessly for months…and have given so much of themselves. Almost 100 of them in total.
Think about what you did on your spring break when you were in high school. Then imagine students who used their entire vacation (practically sun-up to sun-down) every day to see their vision through to reality. It takes something special to spark something like this. It takes a community.
Any plans Friday night (7pm)?
Maybe you'll buy a ticket to Elpida at Athena Performing Arts Center and see what I mean…
*Proceeds from this year's performance benefit:
the Teens Living with Cancer program of Melissa's Living Legacy and CURE Childhood Cancer Association


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A little something about myself…
In my personal life, I'm a father of a beautiful son who is constantly tormented by my numerous photos of him!
My family and I travel a lot, but I will always come home to Melbourne. There's something magical about the seasons, the colours each season brings and the events that happen throughout the year. Every summer I "seriously" consider a sea-change, every winter I escape the cold and head overseas, but for those days in-between, when I can, I take in the coffee culture and escape in a café somewhere with a pile of magazines.
As an artist I try to do things differently, looking at things from my own perspective. Film photography gives me the creative freedom to create something unique, inspiring and beautiful. Film is imperfect, light and organic. The process is unmatched and produces classic images that I love.
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Mobile Command Unit A Powerful Symbol Of Safety
The new mobile command truck for the county Office of Emergency Services is a sight to see. A lot of that probably has to do with its sheer size.
At 13 feet tall and 38 feet long, the mobile command center is a massive symbol of safety in the county. Although not officially in service for another month, the truck has been seen zipping around Chautauqua County.
Fire officials are smiling ear to ear over this truck, and rightfully so. For years county officials had been looking for a streamlined system to connect fire, police and state officials in one location. The truck now links all agencies through several satellites and cellphones.
Costs of such a system without federal assistance would have drained taxpayers hundreds of thousands of dollars.
Due to some hard-working men and women at the county emergency services office, several Homeland Security grants were secured. And $400,000 later – none of which from the pockets of taxpayers – the county has itself a functioning command truck.
Fire and police officials said the vehicle would have came in handy for the Silver Creek floods. The same for the Dunkirk fire in 2010 and the search for Ralph Phillips in 2006, among other incidents.
Now fire and police can have direct communication to one another in seamless connection.
"We want to keep everyone on the same page," said Julius Leone, county fire coordinator. "When we're on site, you want to have the ability to communicate with everyone, and we just didn't have that before."
Sheriff Joe Gerace said the truck will provide better efficiencies for the county and may even end up saving a life.
The truck recently made its unofficial debut at an accident in the town of Kiantone. A diesel tanker truck overturned, spilling some fuel from its cab.
Seeing a great opportunity to test its capabilities, the command truck roared into action. Fire police coordinated traffic away from the accident as firefighters contained the spill. Fire officials were happy with the truck's test run.
With emergencies ranging from fires, floods and manhunts always posing a risk, it's good to know the county has equipped itself with better tools. We commend fire and police officials for the purchase. Taxpayers should agree.


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I have seen the four games played by CEP and I must say they are definitely better then last year but, I personally found them to be inconsistent. The game against Heat they had amazing points and looked like a professional team then other points they looked like old CEP, I figured CEP wouldn't win but they definitely could have gotten it a lot closer if they played a little more consistent. Then they go on to run through X-factor and besides one hiccup just dominated. Then they played XSV who got destroyed by X-factor, and CEP was struggling they won but it just looked sloppy on their end. In their final game against Dynasty I just turned it off as they were playing like old CEP and were getting rolled by Dynasty.
I don't want this to come off as hate as I enjoy watching CEP most of the time, they play paintball I want to watch they don't follow the norm as they have nothing to lose and its starting to work for them. Am I the only one seeing this inconsistency though.
Also on another note CEP has won more matches this event then last year in total (if I am correct)
Is it just me or is CEP very inconsistent
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Keep in mind every match is different. They were beat by heat which they did play well but Factor still probably underestimated them coming in as everyone did. XSV had to get into the fight because of their poor performance plus they are all totally different teams in their playing style and Dynasty won the event they played excellent and made quite a few teams look foolish. Paintball itself is inconsistent from one match to the next with little time to draw up new game plans. CEP played worlds better in all these matches then the did last season and will probably continue to play alright.
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Medieval Games for Wii is a compilation of medieval-themed party games that brings players back hundreds of years to take part in a series of multiplayer-enhanced contests from the era. Gamers will be able to participate in mini-games that revolve around battling dragons, jousting, storming the castle, catapulting and even archery competitions. In addition, players can choose to become knights, princesses, bards or even wizards.
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It will be interesting to see John Stewart host this evening. I love him on the Daily Show, but you never know how these first-timers are going to do. (Does David Letterman's night bring back any memories? ) I love Letterman, but it took him a while to bounce back from that one.
My only hope is that Reese Witherspoon wins for her role in Walk the Line. Brilliant performance.
Last year wasn't the greatest year for films IMHO. I did like Broken Flowers (but not as much as Lost in Translation). Walk the Line was great.
Brokeback Mountain was good, but even I think it's getting way too much attention. Enough is enough already.
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Snowmobile trails stir conflict
INLET -?For Dick Rosteck, a new snowmobile trail through the Adirondacks is "the greatest thing since homemade apple pie" and volunteering his time to groom it with a tracked vehicle is a labor of love.
But some environmental groups see such trails as snowmobile superhighways cut through the woods at the expense of habitat and the tradition of trails scaled to leave little mark on the wild lands. They're suing to stop the state from downing what they claim are too many trees to make way for them, and they also want to ban the use of tracked groomers, which drag a heavy steel frame to smooth trails for a safer, more comfortable ride.
At stake is continued work on a network of new trails linking tourism-dependent communities in the park, a project that has taken years to plan and collaboration between regulators, environmentalists and snowmobile enthusiasts.
Snowmobilers say the legal attack comes from a group of environmental purists who have little tolerance for motorized means of enjoying the backcountry.
Among those disputing that characterization is Peter Bauer, executive director of Protect the Adirondacks, one of the groups that has sued.
"We are in no way looking to end snowmobiling or grooming on the Forest Preserve," Bauer said. "It is about making state agencies obey state law and protecting the Forest Preserve from further damage from the construction and grooming of excessively wide roadlike trails."
He said tracked groomers are illegal under the Adirondack State Land Master Plan, which governs activities on the 2.6-million-acre patchwork of state-owned Forest Preserve within the 6-million-acre Adirondack Park.
For towns across the central Adirondacks, the winter economy depends heavily on snowmobiling. Jim Rolf, trail coordinator for the New York State Snowmobile Association, said the group estimates that snowmobilers bring $260 million to Adirondack communities each winter.
The epicenter of Adirondack snowmobiling is in Inlet and the neighboring town of Webb along the Fulton Chain Lakes 90 miles northwest of Albany. Last year, 17,000 snowmobiling permits were sold to access the 165 miles of professionally groomed trails on town and private land there. Thousands of others use the surrounding Forest Preserve trails for free.
This is where the first so-called community connector snowmobile trail was completed last year – the 13-mile Seventh Lake Mountain Trail, which doubles as a hiking and biking trail in summer and fall.
It was the first new snowmobile trail built in the Forest Preserve in decades. In exchange for the new trail, the state Department of Environmental Conservation closed 46 miles of snowmobile trails in the adjacent Moose River Plains and created a new 15,000-acre Little Moose Wilderness where motors are banned.
"Snowmobiling is a magnificent resource that gives us a four-season economy," said Mitch Lee, Inlet's parks supervisor. "If there is no tracked grooming in the Forest Preserve, it will kill snowmobiling."
Bauer said the trails can be groomed with a drag pulled behind a snowmobile, which is the only type of motorized vehicle explicitly permitted on such trails under state law. Towns and snowmobile clubs commonly groom their own trail systems with bulldozer-sized machines.
Bauer also said the connector trails are supposed to be 9 to 12 feet wide but are up to 20 feet wide in places. While they're supposed to have the character of a foot trail, Bauer said they're more like roads.
Rosteck said the snowmobile trail construction crew followed strict rules set by the state. On a recent walk along the new trail, he pointed out numerous large boulders that the trail builders couldn't remove because they're only allowed to use hand tools. In one case, a stone mason hand-chiseled higher areas off an angular boulder.
"There's no way they cut 2,000 trees, unless you count everything bigger than this," Rosteck said, holding up a finger. Protect's lawsuit says more than 2,200 trees were cut.
Grooming the new 13-mile trail by pulling a drag with a snowmobile is an arduous task, Rosteck said. It takes 10 hours to complete the job with either a snowmobile or tracked groomer, and it must be done overnight so the trail has time to firm up before snowmobile traffic resumes. The tracked groomer, with its heated cab, makes the job easier.
Protect the Adirondacks' legal challenge is before a state court, which has no timetable for a decision. The state DEC has said it lacks merit.


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BEIJING, CHINA (August 6, 2008) - The U.S. Olympic Team for Women's Field Hockey held their third training session Wednesday, their first at the Olympic Sports Center Hockey Stadium. The training included shooting drills, penalty corner practice and a team scrimmage.
"Once we got our touch on the new field, we really got started," said defender Rachel Dawson. Dawson, captain of the 2007 University of North Carolina national championship field hockey team, is a native of Berlin, N.J. "We brought intensity to our scrimmage today. It was nice to be competitive again. We're really excited. We're chomping at the bit to get playing."
"I think we're all feeling pretty sharp and ready for the tournament," said Amy Tran. Tran, a Grantville, PA native, is regarded internationally as the number one female goalkeeper in the world.
In the months leading to the Olympic Games, the team developed strategies to help cope with the heat and humidity in China, including weightlifting and athletic training inside a heat tent. The team is housed at the Olympic Training Center in Chula Vista, CA.
"We're pretty content with the conditions," said Tran. "The heat is not affecting us." With a smile, she added, "It's definitely hotter than San Diego, but we're happy."
"It feels good to get a little sweat going," said Dawson.
Wednesday's training also had an audience: a group of twenty bystanders packed together to peer through a break in the banners on the surrounding fences to sneak a glimpse of practice. The Olympic Sports Center is located on the outskirts of the main Olympic complex; on the opposite side of the fence is the regular hustle and bustle of Beijing.
"I think it's pretty cool," said Dawson of the onlookers. "They had genuine interest in what was going on, to be a part of the Olympic vibe."
The U.S. Olympic Team for Women's Field Hockey will hold a scrimmage with the Korean Olympic Team tomorrow, August 7, at the Olympic Sports Center Hockey Stadium at 7:30 pm.


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FROM THE INTERIM CEO of USAT
The USAT Board of Directors Elections are drawing to an close, ending on Thursday, March 14, 2013. This update is written to address the issue of Elections Integrity. I have been contacted by several persons around the country about making changes to the Election procedure to allow for them to either change their ballots, allow them to revote or to recognize ballots that are invalid because of the way they were signed.
Integrity is one of the Tenets of Taekwondo, as we all know as practitioners of Taekwondo. As the Interim CEO of USA Taekwondo it is my job to protect the integrity of the Elections. All USA Taekwondo members have a right to expect nothing less of me. I understand that those seeking election to the USAT Board of Directors are very concerned that all of the votes cast by their constituents will count in this election. However, in cases where there are irregularities in the ballots that have been cast, there can be no changes allowed. That means that some ballots will be invalidated and will not count in this election. This happens in all elections, including our USA Presidential and other National elections. Any request made to the USA Taekwondo Office and its staff to change the ballots or allow re-votes in cases where voter errors were made will not be allowed. This decision has been affirmed by the USOC Audit Committee.
The USOC Audit Committee is receiving the voter ballots, vetting the ballots, tallying the ballot results and will also announce the results shortly following the close of the elections. The USAT Staff and Office are not a part of that process.
I understand the frustration in finding out that votes cast may be deemed invalid. Some voters with whom I have spoken have even threatened to not renew their USAT Club Memberships in the future if changes are not made so that their ballots will be recognized as valid, even though there were mistakes made that cause those ballots to be deemed invalid. That is a choice that they will have to make for their students and for their Dojangs. This election is very important, but its importance does not supersede the importance of maintaining the integrity of the Election Process. The majority of our USA Taekwondo voters have complied with the voting requirements and will have their votes counted and validated. To dishonor them by allowing less than full integrity in the voting process would be a miscarriage of justice in this election.
By communicating directly with our USA Taekwondo membership this way, I hope to clarify what is going on with the current BOD Elections, and to seek your understanding. I truly believe in transparency and will seek to provide openness and candor whenever the situation dictates such communications. As Interim CEO of our organization, I owe you that much, and you may continue to expect open communications from me in the future.
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Debates of March 22nd, 1994
House of Commons Hansard #42 of the 35th Parliament, 1st Session. (The original version is on Parliament's site.) The word of the day was children.
- Government Response To Petitions
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- Canada Elections Act
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- Racial Discrimination
- Prix Du Mérite Du Français
- Police Memorial
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- Fenelon Falls Curling Team
- Members Of Parliament
- Hyundai Car Plant In Bromont
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- The Late Kenneth Kidd
- The Rankin Family
- Human Rights
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- Kitchener Prison For Women
- World Speed Skating Championships
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- Human Rights
- Government's Credit Rating
- Publishing Industry
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- Worker Adjustment Programs
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- La Francophonie
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March 22nd, 1994 / 2:05 p.m.
Francis Leblanc Cape Breton Highlands—Canso, NS
Mr. Speaker, five sons and daughters of Mabou, Nova Scotia made their family and their community proud at last Sunday's Juno Awards in Toronto.
The Rankin Family brought home four Junos including entertainer of the year, group of the year, country group of the year and single of the year.
Combining beautiful harmonies and energetic step dancing, the Rankins have gained international acclaim performing their unique brand of Celtic music across Canada and around the world. They are part of the thriving musical culture in eastern Nova Scotia that has its roots in Canada's Scottish heritage.
We in eastern Nova Scotia are proud to share this rich cultural heritage with the rest of Canada. We could have no better ambassadors than the Rankin Family.
Human Rights
Statements By Members
2:05 p.m.
Réal Ménard Hochelaga—Maisonneuve, QC
Mr. Speaker, the Prime minister, the Minister of Foreign Affairs and the Minister of International Trade have told us: "Human rights are no longer tied to trade" and business sense.
The Liberals had promised a more "we'll go it alone" Canadian foreign policy, one more in line with Lester B. Pearson's vision. Let the naïve think again! The Liberal government is sending the way of the trash heap a long-standing tradition of defending human rights, reducing Canada to the condition of petty trading nation without any vision, or heart or soul.
One Liberal minister after another will visit China over the next few months, but the Canadian ministers will not bring up the legitimate concerns of Quebecers and Canadians about human rights issues.
I hope that Canada will come round. There is nothing worse than a nation losing its soul.
Canadian Aluminum Industry
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2:10 p.m.
Mike Scott Skeena, BC
Mr. Speaker, I rise on behalf of people employed in the aluminum industry in Canada, in both British Columbia and Quebec, to express outrage and contempt for a policy which will provide a $60 million export credit to help finance a new aluminum smelter in South Africa.
This deal is tantamount to providing Canadian taxpayer assistance to construct fish packing plants in Spain or pulp and paper mills in Brazil. It demonstrates an arrogant and elite attitude with respect to taxpayers' funds which we on this side of the House believe should be regarded as funds held in trust.
I am convinced beyond a shadow of a doubt the vast majority of Canadians would never support this loan guarantee and this leads me to believe that this government does not much concern itself with how Canadians want their affairs managed.
Kitchener Prison For Women
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2:10 p.m.
Janko Peric Cambridge, ON
Mr. Speaker, on Thursday, March 17 approximately 700 residents of my Cambridge riding had an opportunity to air their views about the controversial site for the Kitchener prison for women.
Much of the controversy stemmed from the fact that the previous Conservative government did not seek input from residents of Kitchener's Doon-Pioneer Park prior to site selection. This Liberal government has made a serious effort to correct the wrongdoings of our predecessor.
The hon. Solicitor General of Canada reopened the file into the Kitchener prison project shortly after the election. He provided the residents of Kitchener with an opportunity to voice their concerns at Thursday's meeting, something that my constituents have been asking for since the site was announced.
The residents of Doon-Pioneer Park and I would like to thank the minister for taking the time to listen. We all hope that his final decision will be a reflection of what was said at Thursday's meeting.
World Speed Skating Championships
Statements By Members
2:10 p.m.
Albina Guarnieri Mississauga East, ON
Mr. Speaker, the world short-track speed skating team championships were held this past weekend in Cambridge, Ontario.
Félicitations à Nathalie Lambert, Sylvie Daigle, Isabelle Charest, Christine Boudrias and Angela Cutrone whose performances assured Canada the women's team title.
On the men's side, the Canadian team made up of Frédéric Blackburn, Mark Gagnon, Derrick Campbell, Denis Mouraux and Stephen Gough came in second, behind the South Korean team. Congratulations!
This was the last competition in Canada for Sylvie Daigle and Nathalie Lambert, two of the Canadian short track speed skating team's stars.
Sylvie and Nathalie have both had exceptional careers and are to be commended for their dedication to their sport.
The Economy
Statements By Members
2:10 p.m.
Jag Bhaduria Markham—Whitchurch-Stouffville, ON
Mr. Speaker, due to very difficult economic times in Canada many Canadians have been forced to practise fiscal restraint and responsibility.
Canadians from all regions of this country have responded by tightening their belts and going without many necessities they could otherwise have. They have done this even though many others have continued to live high on the hog.
There are many examples of where fiscal restraint has not been practised to the same degree. One such example is the recent lavish farewell functions to honour the outgoing Governor of the Bank of Canada. Almost $30,000 was spent to bid farewell to John Crow. It is outrageous that Canadians are expected to foot the bill for this lavish spending.
Mr. Crow spent many years preaching restraint but when it comes time to depart it seems like one does not practise what one preaches.
The Budget
Statements By Members
2:10 p.m.
Nelson Riis Kamloops, BC
Mr. Speaker, today a splash of ice cold reality was flung into the government's face with the abrupt increase in interest rates which will inevitably send a shudder through the investment and consumer communities.
The international money lenders have sent an early warning signal to the federal government by increasing interest rates and placing pressure on the Canadian dollar. The budget confidence appears to have lasted only two months.
Did the government address the issue of unemployment in this budget? No. Did the government make a realistic revenue estimate in the budget? No. Did the government build higher interest rates into its estimates of government costs next year? No.
When rates jump and the dollar falls, the federal deficit will jump and interest rates will be forced up. As a Chinese proverb says, unless we change directions we will likely end up where we are headed.
Human Rights
Oral Question Period
2:15 p.m.
Lucien Bouchard Leader of the Opposition
Mr. Speaker, my question is directed to the Prime Minister.
Without waiting for the results of its foreign policy review, the government has already made its decision. It has made a 180 degree turn and set a course that is guided by strictly commercial interests, thereby turning its back on protecting human rights.
I want to ask the Prime Minister whether he would confirm that his government intends to promote Canada's trading relations at the expense of human rights. I also want to ask him whether on his trip in China, he will allude to the oppressive policies of this dictatorial regime only in very polite terms and in private, on the weak-kneed advice of his Minister of Foreign Affairs.
Human Rights
Oral Question Period
2:15 p.m.
Jean Chrétien Prime Minister
Mr. Speaker, whenever we have a chance, we raise the issue of human rights throughout the world, and that includes when we discuss politics with the Chinese. We also discuss the problem when it is time to make decisions on distributing envelopes for development assistance.
However, we realize that we must maintain normal trading relations with China as with other countries. We also believe, as has been the case in the Soviet Union, that these countries become more open as a result of economic growth and trade with democratic countries, and that when they experience the benefits of market economies and democratic freedoms, obviously attitudes change.
When I go to China, I intend to raise the issue of human rights, but at the same time, I would like to maintain normal trading relations with that country. I think this is the best way for Canada to protect our commercial interests and at the same time be present so that we can raise the issue of human rights with the authorities of that country.
Human Rights
Oral Question Period
2:15 p.m.
Lucien Bouchard Leader of the Opposition
Mr. Speaker, does the Prime Minister realize that by letting commercial interests prevail over human rights, Canada is relinquishing its historic responsibility, since the Prime Minister knows perfectly well that polite comments behind closed doors will have no impact on foreign leaders who systematically violate human rights? I would like to ask him whether that is why Canada did not express public support for U.S. protests against China on the issue of human rights.
Human Rights
Oral Question Period
2:15 p.m.
Jean Chrétien Prime Minister
Mr. Speaker, we always raise this issue, and we did. We have an international policy that is different and does not depend on the position of the United States, and I think Canadians want Canada to take an independent position in this respect. For instance, we were the first country, well before the United States, to recognize China. It was not until after Canada recognized China that the United States did so.
I think Canada has always raised the issue of human rights and has always traded with China. Under the Diefenbaker government, we were already selling wheat to China. We have had trading relations with the Soviet Union, and we always raised the issue of human rights. We did not change our priorities, but we know, and we say this quite frankly, that it is no use being holier than thou. If I told the President of China, who represents 1.2 billion people, that the Prime Minister of Canada was telling him what to do, he would laugh in my face. I think the best way to accomplish something is to help this country develop its potential, and once they have had many exchanges with the Western world, they will understand the benefits of democracy and respect for human rights and economic progress in a market economy.
Human Rights
Oral Question Period
2:15 p.m.
Lucien Bouchard Leader of the Opposition
The Chinese leaders are not going to be impressed by our dollars. What they will respect is an international conscience which Canada has always brought to bear throughout the world and on which its present prestige in the world is based.
There is a clear lack of continuity between the great international accomplishments that are largely the work of the Liberal Party, and its heirs here in the House today, who are frittering away that legacy.
I would like to ask the Prime Minister whether this means that on his trip to Mexico, he will not raise the issue of human rights violations in the province of Chiapas with the Mexican President, although as a trading partner, he will be in a position to do so.
Human Rights
Oral Question Period
2:20 p.m.
Jean Chrétien Prime Minister
Mr. Speaker, as soon as we were informed of the problems in Chiapas, we sent a note of protest to the Mexican government. If you read the notes that came from Mexico, you would see that we were one of the first countries to do so and one of the countries that protested most vigorously.
Nevertheless, we believe that it is normal to have trading relations with Mexico. I am surprised to hear the Leader of the Opposition say we should not have trading relations with Mexico and China because we do not like the way they govern their countries.
We have always had trading relations, and it would be hypocrisy to claim that we can cut off our trading relations with countries with whom we disagree on the issue of human rights. We have always traded with China, the Soviet Union and Mexico. We intend to continue and to raise the issue of fundamental freedoms at the same time.
Government's Credit Rating
Oral Question Period
2:20 p.m.
Yvan Loubier Saint-Hyacinthe—Bagot, QC
Mr. Speaker, as expected, the Dominion Bond Rating Service of Toronto lowered the federal government's credit rating yesterday, justifying its move by the government's inability to put its fiscal house in order. This lower rating, which will translate into hundreds of thousands of dollars in costs to the taxpayers of Quebec and Canada, revives the spectre of major hikes in interest rates, a scenario which occurred before under the Liberals in the early 1980s.
Does the Minister of Finance not agree that this lower rating is tantamount to an unequivocal condemnation of Canada by the financial community, signalling the failure of his budget with regard to public spending control?
Government's Credit Rating
Oral Question Period
2:20 p.m.
Paul Martin Minister of Finance and Minister responsible for the Federal Office of Regional Development-Quebec
Mr. Speaker, in lowering this rating, the
DBRS was following the lead taken by another agency last year, that is to say before our budget. So, no connection can possibly be made between our budget and what has just happened.
Second, this rating relates to only 2 per cent of our debt, namely foreign currency. As for the budget, it is very unequivocal. Our goal is to bring the deficit down to 3 per cent of the gross domestic product within three years. We will achieve our goal and ultimately eliminate the deficit. That is our goal and we will achieve it.


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Written by Chris –
Father's Day falls on the third Sunday of June, which also coincides with the U.S. Open. It's been a standing tradition in my family to celebrate Dad while watching this major golf championship together. My husband actually dabbled in professional golf early on, but once the triplets arrived, he put his golf aspirations on hold (he has his eye on the Champions Tour!). Our kids are now in a Junior Golf League, so golf is just part of our life. As is good food!
We usually keep it simple (as in little time spent in the kitchen) when it comes to food. So in the spirit of keeping it simple, I wanted to share a new Guacamole recipe with you! Whether you are entertaining or lounging, this appetizer is sure to please!
A few weeks ago I tested Natalie's guacamole recipe – Natalie is a culinary professional in our test kitchen. If you haven't met her, you can check her out here. She's awesome, trust me! I noticed the guacamole used Maggi Seasoning Sauce. I've been splashing Maggi Seasoning over my avocado and scrambled eggs for years – it's full of umami-rich flavor and adds depth to stir-fries, gravies, soups, stews and such. A little goes a long way, so go easy! This guacamole uses classic ingredients like avocado, tomato, peppers, cilantro and lemon, then adds a little cream for a smooth and creamy texture. The cream is really optional.
Here's a few avocado and guacamole tips…
Avocados are best ripened at room temperature. You will know they are ripe if they give to gentle pressure. You can speed the ripening process by putting the avocado in a paper bag in a warm place (like on top of the refrigerator) or in a bowl with other fruit; the ethylene gas they emit will ripen the avocados. It's best to not refrigerate avocados after they are ripe as this weakens their flavor.
To dice the avocado, I find it easiest to make cross-hatch incisions in flesh with a knife, cutting down to but not through skin. With a spoon, scoop out the cubes.
You really can't keep guacamole from turning brown, but you can slow down the process. Use Hass avocados and add citrus (lemon or lime) to your guacamole, cover with plastic directly on its surface, and keep it cold. That's the best advice I can give.
Ok, here's Natalie's delicious recipe…
Ingredients for 3 ½ to 4 cups of guacamole:
- 1/4 cup NESTLÉ Media Crema Ligera Lite Table Cream or light sour cream
- 1 teaspoon MAGGI Seasoning Sauce
- 4 medium ripe avocados, peeled, pitted and diced
- 2 medium tomatoes, diced (about 1 cup)
- 1 jalapeño, deveined and seeded, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon or lime juice
- Baked tortilla chips
MIX media crema, seasoning sauce and avocados gently in a medium bowl. Add tomatoes, jalapeño, cilantro and lemon juice; mix until incorporated. Serve with tortilla chips.
It's best to serve guacamole right after it's made. If you want to make it in advance, place plastic wrap directly over the surface of the guacamole and place in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
If you are looking for a last-minute gift for Dad, I highly recommend this cookbook, Absolutely Avocados by Gaby Dalkin. I've made several of Gaby's recipes and all are outstanding!
Happy Father's Day!
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A natural balance as winter arrives
Winter has arrived in the Adirondacks, in a classic style. It was ushered in by a fierce storm that swept across the region to deposit nearly two feet of fresh snow over a barren landscape.
Deep snow, howling winds and plummeting temperatures combined to deliver an old-fashioned Christmas. After suffering through last year's "Winter that Wasn't," the arrival of a true winter storm was a welcome beginning to the New Year.
I've shoveled my driveway twice, and I've cleared a mess of snow off the roof. Soon, I hope to join the other outdoor enthusiasts who are relishing in the recent meteorological, good fortune. Barring a rapid thaw, it appears the new ski season is finally off to the races. Despite the lack of an established base layer, the cross-country skiing has been outstanding, especially in the woods where snow depths present a most welcome challenge.
Although some nordic enthusiasts may curse 'shoers for ruining their powdery ways, I've learned to appreciate the benefits of following packed snowshoe tracks as they wind and wallow through deep powder, mile after mile.
The white stuff has also provided the all-natural ingredients necessary to fire up the new snowmobile season. Sled-heads were nearly an extinct species across most of the Adirondacks last season, as the lack of adequate snow cover made it nearly impossible to navigate the railroad tracks, which are a vitally important connective corridor.
However, as soon as the recent storm relented, there was a steady stream of sleds traveling along the tracks in my backyard. In the dark night, they appeared like a string of Christmas tree lights, as they headed off toward Lake Placid.
Due to the combined efforts of both the 'shoers and sled-heads, there are currently plenty of well-groomed trails available for the Nordic ski crowd.
The only unfortunate twist of fate accompanying the arrival of all the fresh powder is the snow's insulating factor. Prior to the storm, there was very meager ice cover on the region's lakes and ponds.
All travelers should be aware that lake ice is currently not adequate to permit safe travel. As a result, the ice fishing season will likely be postponed as long as the current snow pack remains intact. I know many anglers are anxious to get out, but it is simply not worth the risk to venture out on the ice at this time. The fish will still be there, waiting patiently for the anglers to visit.
An accident waiting to happen
It seems every year, there is at least one daredevil "sledhead" of such diminished mental capacity who is willing to risk life and limb by racing across the unsafe ice of Lake Flower. I know most sleds are certainly capable of traveling over unsafe ice, and even across long stretches of open water when they are traveling at high speed.
Despite such realities, these stunts are inherently dangerous, and extremely selfish. While most local residents recognize the inherent dangers of thin ice on Lake Flower due to river currents, many visiting sledders may not be so cautious. Neither are many local kids or their dogs, who may likewise attempt to walk on the packed, sled tracks.
Although the thrill seekers are obviously willing to risk their own lives, they are also risking the lives of local rescue squad members would surely come to their rescue. While some may claim it is a God-given right to take such risks, it is a selfish and foolhardy practice which jeopardizes the lives of far too many citizens beyond the single fool who is steering the sled.
Coyotes be damned?
I've often been stunned by the tremendous hatred toward predators that is commonly professed by certain deer hunters. Such a statement may appear rather incongruous, especially coming from someone who is both a hunter and an angler. However, it is due to my professed affinity to engage in the stalk, the hunt and eventually the harvest, which is what all anglers and hunters do.
Similarly, it is due to my great admiration for all wildlife that I refuse to curse the coyote. I respect all wild creatures, and I cherish every moment I spend in their company, whether it involves calling in a wild turkey, tracking a wide-racked whitetail or attempting to tantalize a wily old, battle worn, brown trout to take my tiny, dry fly.
It is all part of a much grander picture, and I value game species as being of no more, or less value than any other wildlife. I take no great pleasure in the final act of the harvest. In fact, I usually experience a ping of sadness with such an accomplishment. I expect most ethical sportsmen, and women feel the same way.
As an angler, I strive to handle fish properly, even non-game species in order to release them unharmed. Fish that we label as non-game species, are still considered fair game by many other predatory species including eagles, osprey, otters and more.
However, l will be the first to admit, I do enjoy keeping a few fish for a meal on occasion, which is all part of the process of a natural harvest.
I support the ethical efforts of groups such as Trout Unlimited, which strive to protect our fisheries. Likewise, I appreciate the ongoing initiatives provided by similar conservation groups such as Ducks Unlimited, the National Wild Turkey Federation, Pheasants Forever, the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation, as well as the Wildlife Conservation Society and the Audubon Society.
These groups are all a part of a much, grander picture, as Aldo Leopold explained when he said, "Conservation is a state of harmony between men and land."
Leopold understood the vital link between predator and prey, a point often at issue in the various deer forums.
While some sportsmen bemoan the dangers of the Adirondack's ever increasing coyote population, true conservationists, and most biologists understand the natural relationship. It is the deer population that drives the coyotes, rather than the reverse.
It has been well established that predator populations adjust naturally according to the availability of food sources, not the other way around.
Leopold illustrated the predatory relationship with a famous quote, "Harmony with land is like harmony with a friend; you cannot cherish his right hand and chop off his left."
Similarly, sportsmen can't cherish whitetails without recognizing the important role coyotes provide in maintaining the essential natural balance for the herd. Whitetails rely on the coyotes, as much as coyotes rely on them.


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The commission decided to ignore our report and recommended doing nothing about sea level rise.level rise and recommend the expected increase that planners should consider when looking down the road to 2100. Our report included a detailed review of the published literature. It was externally peer-reviewed by out-of-state scientists. It contained no alarmist rhetoric or nightmare scenarios. The final recommendation was for the state to plan for 39 inches of sea level rise. This number corresponds well with expert reports produced in other states.
Assertions that talk of sea level rise will ruin the coastal economy are absurd.to be considerably higher than that of the last 100 years, which was roughly 8 inches. North Carolina became the first state to directly contradict that overwhelming, peer-reviewed scientific consensus and to tie the hands of localities that would like to plan pro-actively for these changes. Virginia followed suit last week, with lawmakers there voting to fund a study on the state's coastline only if references to climate change and sea level rise were expunged.
The best way to prepare for sea level rise is to do a better job preparing for major storm impacts.experienced multiple storm impacts, yet their coastal economies continue to thrive. Dauphin Island, Alabama has been nearly wiped off the map several times in the last 30 years. Each time the barrier island was rebuilt, and the economy there chugs along. One might question whether this is good policy. But it is hard to imagine that something as abstract as a 100-year projection for rising sea level is going to impact the coastal economy when the reality of storm impacts has not slowed coastal growth.
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If you�re determined to drink more water�but aren�t sure how to start�check out Former Fat Girl Lisa Delaney�s tips for meeting your daily quota.
Spry editor Lisa Delaney is one of the rare souls who know what it�s like to be an �after.� This journalist and author of Secrets of a Former Fat Girl shed 70 pounds�and six dress sizes--and has kept it off for 20 years. She answers your questions here each week.
DEAR FORMER FAT GIRL: One of my New Year�s resolutions is to drink more water, but I am having trouble getting my eight glasses a day. This may sound crazy, but I just don�t like the taste of it! Any ideas for making sure I get my daily quota?�Barb
DEAR BARB: First off, you aren�t crazy. Does anyone absolutely crave the taste of tap? Not me.
Yes, staying hydrated has a number of health benefits�it keeps your kidneys and digestive system running smoothly and helps fight bloating, prevents fatigue associated with dehydration, energizes your muscles and allows you to put more oomph, and helps keep skin soft and supple from the inside out. Plus, while it�s hardly the fat-burning fluid some tout it to be, it can help you control your weight by filling you up on zero calories.
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Just so you know, that blanket recommendation of getting eight, 8 oz. glasses of water per day is just an estimate. How much fluid you need is highly individual, dependent on your health, how active you are, and the climate where you live (whether it�s extremely dry or extremely hot, for instance). But the most current thinking from the Institute of Medicine suggests that women should drink approximately 2.7 liters (about 11 cups) and men approximately 3.7 liters (more than 15 cups) of total water a day.
That�s not just plain water: Just about any kind of liquid (except alcohol) and water-packed foods like fruits and vegetables can count toward your daily total. But for your health�and your weight�it�s best to try to get most of your liquid through plain, calorie-free, chemical-free water.
Knowing why you should drink more and doing it, though, are two different things. How do you get into the habit of downing more water, when it�s not exactly your beverage-of-choice? Here, I�ve listed 21 ideas for upping your intake, many of which I use myself.
1. Never pass a water fountain without sipping. Exploit any opportunity to drink.
2. Sip between bites during meals and snacks. This has the added benefit of slowing you down while you�re eating, allowing you to savor your food, and (potentially) be satisfied on fewer calories.
3. Use a shot glass. I suggested this strategy for my mother, who also has an aversion to water. Think about it this way: Sipping is something you do when you want the flavor of a beverage to last�you�re reveling in it, enjoying it. Taking a shot, in contrast, is a painless way of getting a liquid past your tastebuds and into your gullet in the most expedient way possible. Take shots throughout the day (use an alarm or alert on your phone or computer, as suggested below, to keep you on track if you need to).
4. Guzzle. Chug. Gulp. Forgive me as I regress back to college days. But building on the same principle as the shot glass�skip the sipping and do your best frat boy impersonation a couple of times a day.
5. Focus on it during the a.m.
6. "Take" it like a pill. Stop thinking about drinking (unintentional rhyming alert!) like it�s optional. It�s almost as essential to your health as the multivitamin you take in the morning. Changing your mindset might make it easier for you to get over your hydrophobia.
7. Never be without. No matter where you�re going, get into the habit of stashing a refillable bottle in your bag.
8. Alternate glass for glass with coffee and alcohol. You�ve probably heard of this as a way of keeping your alcohol consumption in check. But chasing each cup of coffee with a glass (or at least a shot) of water will make a dent in your daily quota.
9. Drink while waiting for your coffee to brew. If you haven�t yet switched over to the single-cup coffee makers, use the time while you�re waiting for your first pot to brew to down a quick glass of the wet stuff.
10. Spruce it up. Borrow this classic spa trick and add slices of cucumber and/or citrus to a pitcher of plain tap water, and keep it in the fridge to have with meals or anytime you�d like.
11. Fill a pretty pitcher and keep on your desk or dining table. That way, water is easily accessible both at work and at the table.
12. Eat your water. Most fruits and veggies contain a high amount of water. Since (almost) all forms of liquid count, make sure you�re getting at least 5 servings of fruits and vegetables per day (really, the more, the merrier).
13. Go fizzy. If you crave the fizz of soda, try plain or flavored, unsweetened seltzer water.
14. Take a water break. We�re hearing more and more about the health dangers of so-called �sitting disease� (read Fitness 4.0 blogger Mary Weaver�s take on it here). Mini water breaks throughout the work day will get you off your duff and get you closer to your quota.
15. Set an alarm. To make sure you take a water break every hour (or more often), set an alert on your phone or computer to remind you.
16. Go room temp. I�ve found that it�s easier to down water quickly if it�s at room temperature, rather than cold.
17. Use a short glass. Contrary to common perception, short, squat glasses hold just as much or more liquid than tall, thin glasses. Use this trick to fool yourself into drinking more.
18. Always order water first at a restaurant. Before putting in your order for wine or cocktails, ask the server to bring you a glass of water so you can sip until the more interesting beverages arrive.
19. Keep track. Competitive types might groove on recording how many glasses they consume each day. There�s even a smartphone app called Drinking Water that will set alerts and help you keep track.
20. Drink and drive. I make sure I pack my refillable water bottle during my 25 minute commute in the morning�and finish it before I get to the office.
21. Make it a pre- and post-workout ritual. Add downing a quick glass to your stretching and warmup routine before working out, and to your cool-down routine afterward.
Lisa Delaney is editor of Spry magazine and Spryliving.com. Ask her your question here.
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