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Hello fellow atheists. I am writing to ask for some help. My parents aren't real religious but anytime we have talks about supernatural events my mom claims there 'has' to be more out there. She then inevitably references how there was a study where people prayed for bacteria growth and that it grew faster than the bacteria with no prayer. I ask for her source of the information and she said she thought Oprah had mentioned it.
Of course I have found Christian sites like (http://1stholistic.com/prayer/hol_prayer_proof.htmr) that reinforce my Mom's stance.
"Even more outrageous experiments in distance healing involve nonhuman subjects. In a survey of 131 controlled experiments on spiritual healing, it was found that prayed-for rye grass grew taller; prayed-for yeast resisted the toxic effects of cyanide; prayed-for test-tube bacteria grew faster. "I adore these experiments," says Larry Dossey, M.D., perhaps the world's most vocal expert on prayer and medicine. "Because they don't involve humans, you can run them with fanatical precision and you can run them hundreds of times. It's the best evidence of all that prayer can change the world. And it operates as strongly on the other side of the Earth as it does at the bedside."
How would you go about refuting these 'experiments'?
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(shakes fist) I was just searching pubmed for those exact topics! :P
Thanks for the link. I find using the claim "the control group may have been prayed for" as pretty lacking. If I had 10 dishes of bacteria that had been prayed for and they triple in growth compared to the non prayed for bacteria, that would be solid evidence for prayer. Refuting that someone could have been secretly praying for the control group would be a desperate attempt to skew the results. So I disagree with the 'Impossible Experiment' section.
But, it sounds like the results of the bacteria experiment were not that cut and dry.
Even Dossey admits that these and other differences between the two groups of Byrd's patients were statistically insignificant, and concludes: "Do we know any more about the possible effects of prayer from this experiment? I am afraid the answer may be no."
Then counter it with examples of larger, more comprehensive studies that find no effect (or maybe even a slight negative effect) of intercessory prayer.
Intercessory prayer itself had no effect on complication-free recovery from [coronary artery bypass graft], but certainty of receiving intercessory prayer was associated with a higher incidence of complications.
Hey Brian,
As a practical matter, I think the most effective argument for an adherent will be to attack the specific claim made; that is, the studies quoted. If you get into debates about other studies, or generic objections such as you can't do a controlled study on prayer at all, their eyes will glaze over and you'll lose them.
What's going to get their attention is when you directly trash what they are saying in a simple, concrete manner (as simple as you can make it), imo.
- kk
Even if these results are true, they show god to be a horrible person. People starve & die horribly every day while praying to god, and he does nothing to help, but he answers prayers for bacteria? Way to love the people "created in his image."
We can point to study after study showing that the benefits of prayer are the same as the benefits of a placebo, but at the end of the day, the big problem is the lack of falsafiablity for any claims of healing through prayer.
If I pray for someone, and they are healed, there is no way to verify if the factor involved was God, the Devil, Cthulhu, Chuck Norris, or if the person healed would have healed on thier own anyway.
Easy. Do your own experiment. Bring over 2 test-tubes of bacteria to your mom's house. Tell her to pray for one to grow and see what happens.
Why are people so ready to believe some story they heard if it doesn't happen in their own lives?
PZ Myers is always good for these :-
Templeton failed to find anything useful in a trial of 1800 ill people http://www.templeton.org/pdfs/articles/060331Reuters.pdf
I'm pretty sure in The God Delusion there is a section related to this topic done with healing people in hospitals. It is very well explained in the book as well.
Yes! Thats where I remember reading it! I couldn't put my finger on where I herd that. In The God Delusion there was a nice study done that had 3 hospitals (same amount of patients with the same illness and same stage) and 3 churches (all 6 facilities were spread thought the US and the churches only knew the first name of the patient) . 1 hospital's patients knew they were being prayed for by a church the second hospital was getting prayed for, and the third received no prayers. The hospitals that didn't know/weren't being prayed for all recovered the same but the one hospital that knew it was receiving prayers actually recovered slower. I'de say read the book. Richard Dawkins does a much better job explaining it then I did there.
I recall watching a few youtube videos regarding the scientific method and in particular, that in order for an experiment to be considered, it must be based on a theoretically plausible mechanism. The problem with these prayer studies is that instead of telling us "prayer works <blank> percent of the time by the process of <blank>" they tell us that "prayer works <blank> percent of the time by the process of magic".
Until there is a theoretically plausible mechanism of how prayer works, it's just not science... regardless of the results.


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Luscious Lemon Squares
- Crust:
- Nonstick cooking spray
- 2 sticks unsalted butter, at room temperature
- 2/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
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- 6 eggs, at room temperature
- 2 2/3 cups granulated sugar
- 3 tablespoons grated lemon zest
- 3/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- Confectioners' sugar, for dusting
- Raspberries, for garnish, optional
For the crust: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Grease a 9 by 13-inch baking sheet (otherwise known as a quarter sheet pan) with some cooking spray.
In a stand mixer with the paddle attachment (or you can use a food processor), cream your butter with the sugar and almond extract until light and fluffy. Whisk the flour and salt in a small bowl, making sure there are no lumps. Turn the mixer speed to low, add the flour into your butter and mix until just incorporated. (Make sure not to over-mix.) Turn the dough onto the baking sheet, flour your hands and press it out evenly on the bottom and up the sides. Pop in the fridge for an hour (or overnight) to chill.
Pop the crust in the oven and bake until a light golden brown, about 20 minutes. Cool completely on a wire rack.
For the filling: While the crust is cooling, make your filling. Crack your eggs into a large bowl and add the sugar, lemon zest, lemon juice and flour. Whisk until combined. Pour into the crust and spread evenly. Put back in the oven and bake until the filling is completely set, about 30 minutes. Let cool to room temperature before serving.
Dust with confectioners' sugar and then cut into 20 to 24 squares to serve. Garnish with raspberries, if desired.
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The best way to celebrate a successful hunting trip is by eating a great meal of wild game. Whether you like elk, deer, duck, pheasant, or something else, we have a few ideas about how you can make the most of your harvest. Let us know how you like these recipes, and share your favorites in the comments below!
Stuffed Venison Backstrap
This is the perfect recipe for bigger game like elk or whitetail deer. With cream cheese and bacon in the ingredients list, you can bet you're in for a delicious meal. Check out the recipe here.
Duck & Pickled Onion Tacos
The rub in this recipe, made from Camp Chef's Mango Chipotle seasoning, is packed with powerful flavor, while the pickled red onions add a nice tang to the taco. It might sound like an odd combination, but your tastebuds won't be complaining.
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- -1 T fresh coffee grounds
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- -1 red onion, thinly sliced
- -1 cup water
- -1/3 cup apple cider vinegar
- -Salt
- -Jalapeños (optional)
- -Queso blanco (optional)
In a small bowl, mix all ingredients together to make a paste. Score the skin on each duck breast every ½ inch and add to paste. Be sure to completely cover each breast. Let marinade for 30-45 minutes.
Add red onion, water, apple cider vinegar and salt to 10- or 12-inch cast iron skillet. Simmer over low heat for 20-30 minutes.
Grill duck breasts skin side down over high heat. Grill for 1 to 2 minutes on each side or until medium rare. Be sure not to overcook.
When done, thinly slice breasts, place on corn tortilla, and top with onions. Add jalapeños and queso blanco if desired.
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Herb Roasted Pheasant Breasts
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- -1/2 cup cooked bacon, diced
- -1 whole lemon, diced, including skin
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In a small bowl combine garlic, herbs, bacon and lemon. Rub each pheasant breast with mixture and place in a lightly oiled Square Dutch Oven.
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Debates of Sept. 20th, 1995
House of Commons Hansard #227 of the 35th Parliament, 1st Session. (The original version is on Parliament's site.) The word of the day was punishment.
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Orangeville Northmen
Statements By Members
September 20th, 1995 / 2 p.m.
Murray Calder Wellington—Grey—Dufferin—Simcoe, ON
Mr. Speaker, I would like to take the time today to extend my congratulations as well as those of the people of Orangeville and Dufferin county to the Orangeville Northmen, the Canadian Junior A lacrosse champions.
I cannot remember a lacrosse team that has so dominated its competition, winning its second Minto Cup in three years. The Northmen, their coach Terry Sanderson, general manager Bob Clevely climaxed a phenomenal season winning 35 of 36 regular season games and all 16 of its playoff games.
It was a truly astounding 1995 season. I wish to indicate my appreciation to the young men who represented Orangeville, including first year Captain Rusty Kruger who won the most valuable player award for his play during the Minto Cup.
My thanks to the Orangeville Northmen.
Official Languages
Statements By Members
2 p.m.
Christiane Gagnon Québec, QC
Mr. Speaker, this federal government, the one parading about on every possible platform to vaunt the merits of bilingualism in Canada, is totally thumbing its nose at francophones by shamelessly flouting its own language policies.
For example in Beijing the Quebec women participants, although making up one third of the Canadian participation in the NGO Forum and the World Conference on Women, ran up against application of the Official Languages Act. They were invited to the Canadian embassy for an information session aimed at facilitating their contact with China and ensuring their security and then were briefed in English only, not once but twice.
These francophones, like those in the federal public service, know full well that, when we are francophones, our rights exist only on paper and in the speeches of federalist politicians. Is that what this fine great country of Canada is all about, Mr. Speaker?
Reform Party Of Canada
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2 p.m.
Diane Ablonczy Calgary North, AB
Mr. Speaker, Atlantic Canadians have had nothing but one bad catch of politicians after another. Both the Liberal and Tory catches have been a miserable failure for Atlantic Canadians but there is hope. There are more than two fish in the sea. There is a new underutilized species that is proving to be a bountiful catch, the Reform Party of Canada.
In Ottawa the Liberal Atlantic Canada MPs have been gutted by their own government and cannot speak out on behalf of their constituents for fear of being left to rot on the docks.
Now there is a new stock of people committed to standing up for Atlantic Canadians. That new voice for Atlantic Canadians is the Reform Party of Canada. The Reform Party wants to hear from all Atlantic Canadians who wish to see the east coast returned to its former prosperity.
The old school is dying and the time for change is now. The catch of the day in Atlantic Canada is the Reform Party of Canada, always fresh and definitely the best choice on the menu.
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Jag Bhaduria Markham—Whitchurch-Stouffville, ON
Mr. Speaker, this summer I had the privilege of visiting eastern Canada after almost 25 years.
My family and I travelled throughout the beautiful province of Quebec, a diamond in the jewel we call Canada. My children were amazed to see all the quaint townships nestled among the rolling hillsides. They will never forget the experience of seeing their geography books come alive.
We continued our travels through picturesque New Brunswick, beautiful Nova Scotia and the pearl of the Atlantic, Prince Edward Island, the cradle of confederation. Unfortunately time constraints did not allow us to visit Newfoundland. These smaller but no less important jewels of our country represent along with Quebec the essence of what makes Canada the greatest country in the world in which to live.
We are all extremely fortunate to live in such a vibrant country. I and all my colleagues specifically those on this side of the House must do everything we can to ensure that Canada stays a united country.
Big Brothers Of Canada
Statements By Members
2 p.m.
Pat O'Brien London—Middlesex, ON
Mr. Speaker, the month of September is Big Brothers Month.
Big Brothers of Canada provides boys from father absent homes with a male role model and a friend. There are 180 Big Brother agencies from coast to coast. Unfortunately, most of them have waiting lists that are almost as long as their list of matched bothers.
Nationally the organization has 9,000 young boys who have been matched with older volunteer brothers and a waiting list of 7,000 boys. In London, Ontario there are 119 matches with a waiting list of 100. That means 100 boys between the ages of 7 and 12 can only hope that they will be matched with an older brother whom they can look up to, spend time with and talk to.
It is today's reality that many children are being raised by single parents but organizations such as the Big Brothers and Big Sisters agencies help to fill the void. During this special month we recognize and thank the Big Brothers volunteers who have helped to make a difference in the lives of many boys simply by giving them the gift of time.
Jesse Davidson's Journey
Statements By Members
2 p.m.
Joe Fontana London East, ON
Mr. Speaker, I would like to pay tribute to a courageous young man from London, Ontario, Jesse Davidson.
We all know that Jesse paid his respects to the House yesterday along with his family. Jesse is afflicted with Duchenne muscular dystrophy and is confined to a wheelchair. He, his father John and his family have been travelling across the province raising money for gene research.
Their brave journey began at the Ontario-Manitoba border on May 20, 1995 and ends today, September 20, in Ottawa. They have travelled over 3,300 kilometres and have raised over $700,000 toward scientific research of gene based disorders.
It is through efforts like these that cures are found and dreams are realized. Their days have been long and miles many, but their dedication and commitment has never waned.
This courageous endeavour exemplifies how hard work and devotion can improve the lives of fellow Canadians. That is the mark of a great Canadian caring for others.
I would like to congratulate Jesse and all the dedicated team members behind Jesse's journey for their outstanding efforts and congratulate each and every member who participated.
Child Poverty
Statements By Members
2 p.m.
Karen Kraft Sloan York—Simcoe, ON
Mr. Speaker, I rise today to speak for a group of constituents in my riding of York-Simcoe and indeed from across the country who cannot vote. I am standing here today to speak for the children of Canada.
There are 1.5 million Canadian children living in poverty. Children are poor because their parents are poor. Sixty-four per cent of children living with sole support mothers live in poverty.
Canada has been declared the second wealthiest nation on earth. We have the resources in this country to improve the lives of our youngest citizens. I urge the government to turn its attention to the crucial issue of child poverty in Canada.
Use Of Canadian Dollar
Statements By Members
2 p.m.
Richard Bélisle La Prairie, QC
Mr. Speaker, economist Bill Robson of the C.D. Howe Institute stated yesterday that a sovereign Quebec could keep the Canadian dollar. He also said that when a country renounces its own currency it accepts having others make its decisions for it.
His position is therefore in the same vein as that of the Prime Minister of Canada who stated on December 9 1994 that "there is nothing to stop a sovereign Quebec from using the Canadian dollar if it so chooses". The Prime Minister went on to say "-but it will have to pay the price and will no have no more say in setting monetary policies". What cynicism.
First of all, it is good to see that Mr. Robson and the Prime Minister have understood Canada could not prevent a sovereign Quebec from using the Canadian dollar. However, what both choose to ignore is that Quebec has no say at the present time in the conduct of monetary policy. If they listened to the Finance Minister of Canada, they would also understand that Canada's huge debt does not leave it much leeway at all in its own monetary policy.
Atlantic Canada
Statements By Members
2 p.m.
Charlie Penson Peace River, AB
Mr. Speaker, last week all 52 Reform members were in Atlantic Canada to spread our vision for Atlantic prosperity.
The Reform vision sees the region's economy thriving again, just as it did at the end of the 19th century, by re-establishing the trade links they once had with the New England states. We call this trading area of 15 million people Atlantica.
Now that we have NAFTA and almost no tariffs at the border, trading opportunities have multiplied. To take advantage of these opportunities Atlantic Canada needs a new approach. We think that tax relief, elimination of internal trade barriers and better north-south transportation and information links will be far more effective than regional development grants.
Let us look at creative ways of giving Atlantic Canada what it really needs, then watch the region prosper and regain its full economic potential. Let us revitalize, not subsidize.
Aboriginal War Veterans
Statements By Members
2:05 p.m.
Len Taylor The Battlefords—Meadow Lake, SK
Mr. Speaker, aboriginal war veterans have been seeking recognition and respect for their service to Canada for many years. Earlier this year a special Senate committee studied aboriginal war veterans' grievances and concluded that the federal government owed these veterans something more than the indifference that they have been shown all these years.
This summer the Saskatchewan Indian Veterans Association said it was not satisfied with ceremonial recognition and is intent on securing a satisfactory compensation package to remedy the injustices done to them.
Today I ask the federal government to review the Senate committee findings and to meet with the Saskatchewan Indian Veterans Association to work out an acceptable agreement to the ultimate benefit of Indian veterans and their families.
The North
Statements By Members
2:05 p.m.
Peter Adams Peterborough, ON
Mr. Speaker, this is a time of rapid change in northern Canada. Many of the changes, such as the demise of the Soviet Union and increased pollution are making life tougher for northerners, but some of the changes are more positive.
We now have an ambassador for circumpolar affairs. The presidency of the Inuit Circumpolar Conference serving Inuit in Canada, Russia, Alaska and Greenland has returned to Canada. The new territory of Nunavut is on track. It looks as though the ministerial forum on the Arctic environmental protection strategy will become a full eight nation Arctic council to more effectively co-ordinate polar affairs.
Northerners need the support of the rest of Canada more than ever before. Let us bear this in mind as we downsize and streamline government. The north needs special services. It has special research and environmental needs. Canada has a special obligation to the people of the north polar regions and through them to the globe.
Quebec Referendum
Statements By Members
2:05 p.m.
Paul Devillers Simcoe North, ON
Mr. Speaker, last week, the Leader of the Opposition told us about his own concept of democracy, when he said that a yes vote at the referendum will mean yes, whereas a no vote will mean that Quebecers made the wrong decision.
Separatists have the nerve to demand that federalists accept Quebecers' decision, even though they have no intention of doing the same should the no side win the referendum.
The Bloc leader's comments will not be taken lightly, because Quebecers are fed up with hearing about the constitution, while there are other issues and challenges which have to be faced in our country.
In spite of the PQ and BQ shenanigans, Quebecers will not jump in the lobster crate, as Mr. Parizeau would have them do.
Sooner or later, separatists will have to realize that even though their question is confusing, the answer will be clear: it will be no.
The Economy
Statements By Members
2:05 p.m.
Paul Crête Kamouraska—Rivière-Du-Loup, QC
Mr. Speaker, the Prime Minister claims he wants to deal with real issues. However, his government refuses to discuss unemployment, job creation and economic growth during the referendum campaign.
Moreover, the Minister of Finance refuses to appear before a committee to explain to Quebecers and Canadians why there has been no net increase in the number of jobs over the last nine months, as well as why economic growth has been stagnating for the last six months, which is the worst performance among all G-7 countries.
Let us talk about the real problems. After originally announcing its intention to reform the old age pension, UI and GST programs, the government has been postponing these initiatives for two years
now. Let us talk about these issues now, because the government is waiting until after the referendum to cut billions of dollars in social programs. What a way to deal with the real issues.
Mr. Speaker, you can count on the Bloc to talk about the real problems throughout the campaign.
Atlantic Canada
Statements By Members
2:05 p.m.
Keith Martin Esquimalt—Juan de Fuca, BC
Mr. Speaker, during my stay as an MP I have been rarely surprised but after returning from the Atlantic provinces I was shocked. I was shocked because in this beautiful country of ours where we uphold democratic rights as a pillar of our society, maritimers told me how these rights are being trampled under the boot of this and previous federal governments.
Through patronage and handouts, the government holds the livelihood of maritimers over their heads. As a direct result of this heavy-handed approach they are afraid to find out about other political parties for fear of losing their jobs, not getting a promotion or being discriminated against. This is the profound impact of years of Liberal and Tory government handouts.
Is it any wonder that a minister from the maritimes is responsible for awarding government contracts? The stench of political patronage hangs high over the maritimes and it must not be allowed to continue. They are looking for a change and Reformers will give them that change.
North American Free Trade Agreement
Statements By Members
2:10 p.m.
Nick Discepola Vaudreuil, QC
Mr. Speaker, the alleged guarantee the separatists claim to have regarding the automatic inclusion of an independent Quebec in NAFTA just got it in the neck with the release of a study by professor Ivan Bernier, which the secretariat of the minister, Mr. Le Hir, attempted to keep secret.
Hon. members will recall that the PQ deputy premier told Le Soleil on December 24, 1994: ``As Quebecers, we are already covered by NAFTA as it is. And Quebec, taking over from Canada, could contend that it should not be subject to admission procedures but rather succession procedures''.
According to professor Bernier, an expert in these matters, this will not be possible and there will be delays and negotiations. The people of Quebec are finding out once again that the promises made by separatist spokespersons are unfounded and that they prefer to hide the truth rather than face the facts.


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Lawful Oaths and Vows
Do you flippantly use the Lord's name in conversation without even thinking about His majesty or holiness? What about the process you go through before you commit yourself with a vow? Do you consider the situation carefully or do you ...Read More
Occasions for Oaths
The fact that God swore an oath when He initiated the Abrahamic covenant demonstrates that oaths are appropriate when we make life-regulating agreements. Remarkably, society has always recognized this through things like marriage vows, ordination vows, and, to a lesser ...Read More
Idolatrous Oaths
If you were to ask people what it means to take the name of the Lord in vain, most would probably say that it involves some kind of curse of the name of God. However, anytime we swear an oath ...Read More
A Vow's Intent
All of us have made promises that we do not intend to keep. We make vows all the while knowing that we have a way out if we want it. As we have seen today, however, such activity violates the ...Read More
Oaths and Vows
John Calvin writes that if James' audience "observed faithfulness as they ought, in their words, there would have been no necessity of so many superfluous oaths." How trustworthy is your speech? Can people believe what you say? Do you see ...Read More
Suffering and Patience
James 5:11 concludes by reminding us that the Lord is compassionate and merciful. We can see this now but it will be even more evident to us at the last day. The vindication that we will experience and the compassion ...Read More
Be Patient
Presently, the people of God suffer under the rule of ungodly men. Yet, as we have read today, one day this will all be reversed. We must, therefore, wait patiently for this day, working to help spread the good news ...Read More
Rich Oppressors
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Sins of Omission
When we confess our sins before the Lord, it is easy to remember our flagrant violations of His law. Harder to see, however, are those times when we have known what is right and yet have not done it. Perhaps ...Read More
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We have nursing educators involved in midwifery and child-care training programs in various provinces. We have also helped arrange medical electives for medical students wanting a short term placement in China.
Other associates are involved with disabled children and with orphans.
In the city of Tianjin, occupational therapists, physical therapists, and special education experts have been working with needy children and training local staff. This work goes hand in hand with a classroom sponsorship program.Due to the sheer enormity of the task, China's social and medical needs are not being met adequately. There are places for qualified people from overseas to help.
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Hortonville baseball coach Don Williams is retiring following this year's postseason.
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Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company is increasing its spending on manufacturing equipment as well as on acquisition of other assets. Besides, the firm has increased its capital spending target for the year, which indicates that either TSMC expects market recovery rather shortly or is investing into longer term future due to low prices.
TSMC already spent more than $250 million on semiconductor capital equipment in the recent weeks. Moreover, the company decided to raise its capital spending target for 2009 to $2.3 billion from $1.5 million, reports EETimes web-site. The company is among three semiconductor manufacturers who plan to spend over $1 billion in 2009; the remaining two are Intel Corp. and Samsung Corp.
Based on TSMC's filings with Taiwan Stock Exchange, the world's largest contract makers of semiconductors has so far acquired equipment from Applied Materials, ASML, Dainippon Screen Manufacturing, KLA-Tencor, Sokudo, TEL, Varian and so on.
Earlier this year chief executive officer of TSMC said that he would expect markets like China and India to sustain demand for chips, which will play a positive role and will allow company to receive higher revenue than it was expected early in 2009. However, the main question – when other markets like Europe and the U.S. are set to recover – is still not answered.
Increases in capital spending may indicate two things:
- TSMC expects the semiconductor market to start growing shortly and in order to be able to capitalize on that growth the contract semiconductor maker has to acquire new equipment.
- TSMC does not expect short-term recovery, but has capital to spend now while the costs of the equipment are low in order to prepare for the better in the longer-term.
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The state Department of Environmental Conservation is asking for the public's help with its annual summer turkey and ring-necked pheasant surveys.
"Citizen science efforts such as these provide our wildlife managers with invaluable data and give people the opportunity to partner with DEC to help monitor state wildlife resources," DEC Commissioner Joe Martens said in a press release. "I encourage residents to take the time to record their observations of turkeys or pheasants while exploring the forests and fields around their home or driving through New York's beautiful landscapes this summer."
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The public is invited to join residents of the senior living communities for a classic car show and chicken barbecue in their shared courtyard, with entertainment provided by Elvis tribute artist Harv Evans. The event is free, but the chicken barbecue meals are $8 per person.
The rain date for the car show is Thursday, Aug. 8.
Ferris Hills may be accessed via Peg Rayburn Drive, in the 3300 block of West Lake Road (County Road 16). To enter the campus on the Clark Meadows side, take the private drive from Middle Cheshire Road, just opposite the entrance to Crosswinds Wesleyan Church's southernmost parking lot.
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The University of Leipzig (Germany) Centre of Cognitive Science and the Max-Planck-Institute of Cognitive Neuroscience Leipzig invite everybody to a workshop "Foundations of Language" with Ray Jackendoff: times and places 11th of May, 2000: 16.30 - 18.30 at the MPI building, 12th of May, 2000: 16.00 - 18.00 at the MPI building, 16th of May, 2000: 16.00 - 18.00 at the University, HS 17 17th of May, 2000: 16.00 - 18.00 at the University, HS 17 Abstract: The time is ripe to reexamine the basic issues of linguistic theory in the light of research in linguistics and neighboring disciplines. The last thorough exposition of the foundations of generative linguistics was Chomsky's Aspects of the Theory of Syntax in 1965. Since then, virtually all work in and around linguistics has either taken these foundations for granted, rejected them altogether, or modified parts of the formal machinery without addressing the implications for basic issues. These lectures, based on a book in progress, will ask what was right in these foundations, and what in retrospect seems to have been mistaken; it will show how the last thirty-five years of research lead to a more comprehensive view of the language faculty and its place in the study of mind. The goal is to develop an overall framework in which it is possible to see how the subdisciplines of generative linguistics fit together and how they interact with the neighboring disciplines. In particular, I will be concerned to show that interaction is a two-way street: not only can generative linguistics be constrained and enriched by cross-disciplinary research, but also basic facts about language offer important challenges for contemporary theories of the brain. For more information: http://www.uni-leipzig.de/~gksprach/index.htmMail to author|Respond to list|Read more issues|LINGUIST home page|Top of issue


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Skip to comments.10 Most Unpopular Athletes
Posted on 02/07/2013 11:20:30 AM PST by Responsibility2nd
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What about Bill Buckner?
Should have just stated Nascar's Busch Brothers.
Where's OJ Simpson?
OH, jeez, how does one get on that list, I'm pretty unpopular and I'm an athlete, too?!
Number One here in Dallas should be Lamar "Kardashian" Odom.
Not bad, not bad at all!
LOL on Ron Artest.
He was here in Indy for 4 years, apparently left behind a legendary number of offspring....
Pete Rose!
...and we should care about this list because..??
Wait till you see a list of ten most unpopular musical instruments!
Wait till you see a list of ten most unpopular musical instruments!
Wheres OJ Simpson?
He's living in a small bungalo in Lovelock, Nevada.
"Wait, why isn't this looser on the list?"
Are "golfers" to be considered athletes? Or....are they just athletic supporters?
PS: Nice shooting! :-)
A list, I agree with.
What's a "looser"?
What are "loosers"?
A traditional FR enigmatic anomaly.
This picture, and the one of him throwing the first pitch at a baseball game, demonstrate that he is most certainly NOT an athlete.
The opposite of "tighters."
Most Unpopular of athletes has always been 'Foot'.
Despite his talent, watch Te'o go undrafted. Or at best be a 7th round pick by the Raiders. The NFL has less tolerance for head cases than it used to.
Better hope the mods don't know what the 2nd item from the right is.
That part of the picture got a chuckle out of me. :-)
Good one. :)
Ray Lewis???
Tony Romo???? Any guy who can date both Jessica Simpson and Carrie Underwood has 27% just outright jealous.
Everybody but Boston loved Billy Buck
...and we should care about this list because..??
How 'bout you tell us why you care about this list - evidenced by your reading and commenting.
For me, I read it because I assumed Ray Lewis was in the top 10, and I'm a Baltimorean but also a mandolinguy.
Loosers is loosers...
Romo is actually fairly likable, he just can't win the big game.
Me too, which is probably why I'll never be a mod.
Romo is actually fairly likable, he just cant win the big game.
He can't win the medium sized games that get him to the big game.
Interesting double entendre, but one variant of the entendre lacks in credibility, kind sir.
McEnroe is the biggest punk bitch loser ever.
Kind sir, 9 years around, time to get with the program, one rule of which demands humorous uses of commonly known frequent illiterate misspellings.
I've seen "hugh" and "series" used in this fashion, but using "looser" is a new one for me.
LOSER: One who loses often or is a disreputable person, i.e. "He was found innocent of criminal charges but eventually was found liable in civil court, and was later convicted on unrelated charges in the state of Nevada because in post-NFL life he turned out to be a loser."
Boston forgave Buckner April,2008. He got a standing ovation.
Titus Young (FORMER Lion) needs to be on the list.
Good Lord, how many of us saw that poor guy blow the play of the century!
I chose 'looser' on purpose. Its part of the FR lexicon.
Yes, I'm series. Hope this did not stune you.
Barry Bonds isn't on the list? Arrogant SOB was hated even before he roided up to look like a circus sideshow act. And it wasn't because he is black, Al.
See post 47.
In Prison where he belongs.
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The Tampa Bay area is known for many things—professional sports and passionate fans, great beaches and greater sunsets, cigar factories, authentic Cuban sandwiches and more—but it hasn't been known as an enclave for the arts until recently. Though it has long enjoyed a robust share of cultural amenities—with museums, theaters and performance troupes by the dozen—the Bay area's artistic profile has taken giant steps forward in the past few years with the rebirth of two highly acclaimed destinations: the Tampa Museum of Art and St. Petersburg's Salvador Dali Museum. With these and other must-see venues, the metropolitan arts scene has become more than a vacation afterthought. Here's a look at what you need to know about an art-filled weekend excursion to the Tampa Bay area.
• TOP DRAW: In February 2010, the $33-million Tampa Museum of Art (tampamuseum.org) opened as the city's premier venue for touring and permanent exhibitions. Located downtown in Curtis Hixon Park along the Hillsborough River after 10 years of start-and-stop planning, it replaced the city-owned museum that had stood there since 1979. With more than 14,000 square feet of exhibition space encompassing eight distinct galleries, TMA prides itself on a diverse array of traveling collections—everything from Henri Matisse to Herb Snitzer—and a growing permanent collection of American modernist and realist works, classical art, regional creations and Greco-Roman antiquities. Sculptures by Edgar Degas have top billing through June 19, 2011. 120 W. Gasparilla Plaza (Ashley Drive near Kennedy Boulevard); 813-274-8130; open 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Monday-Thursday, until 8 p.m. Friday, until 5 p.m. weekends; admission $10
• ALSO: H.B. Plant Museum—Moorish architecture, opulent furnishings, tropical gardens and world treasures at a turn-of-the-century hotel for the stars (plantmuseum.org); Museum of Science and Industry—hands-on exhibits and fascinating displays for all ages (mosi.org); Contemporary Art Museum—University of South Florida's notable collection of fine prints, paintings, sculpture and more (usf.edu); Florida Museum of Photographic Arts—photographers' visions and their contributions to culture (fmopa.org); Tampa Bay History Center—examining 12,000 years of Florida history (tampabayhistorycenter.org); Glazer Children's Museum—critically acclaimed discovery learning environment for kids; Florida Aquarium—one of the country's top 10 interactive facilities for marine animals, aquatic plants and wildlife (flaquarium.org).
• LODGING: Tampa has a handful of AAA Four Diamond-rated hotels, including Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay (hyatt.com) and Westin Tampa Bay (starwoodhotels.com) overlooking the bridges just west of the airport; InterContinental Tampa (ichotelsgroup.com) and Renaissance Tampa International Plaza (marriott.com) in the Westshore district; and the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino (seminolehardrock.com) east of town, near the Florida State Fairgrounds. Golf and tennis fans will enjoy the plush Saddlebrook Resort (saddlebrook.com) just over the Pasco County line, in Wesley Chapel.
• DINING: Skip the usual array of upscale, big-city chains and try local tastes, including Bern's Steak House (bernssteakhouse.com), legendary since 1956 for impeccable service, prime beef, organic vegetables and a 7,000-bottle wine list; the Columbia Restaurant (columbiarestaurant.com), serving Cuban and Spanish cuisine in historic Ybor City since 1905; and Malio's Prime Steakhouse (maliosprime.com), the new downtown incarnation of the famed meet-and-eat spot for political and sports powerbrokers. If you want to explore, stay in South Tampa; we're fond of Restaurant BT (restaurantbt.com) and the exceptional French-Vietnamese dishes from highly regarded owner-chef B.T. Nguyen.
• TOP DRAWWhat a difference a building makes. In January 2011, the Salvador Dali Museum (thedali.org) relocated from the cramped, renovated warehouse south of downtown St. Petersburg it had occupied since 1982 and into an expansive, sleek $36 million downtown facility overlooking Tampa Bay. Designed by Yann Weymouth, who played a lead role in creating the glass pyramid at the Louvre in Paris, the architecturally intriguing venue is as much an attraction as the stunning collection of the Spaniard's work—the most comprehensive such collection outside of Spain, chronicling Dali's transformation from still-life artist to Surrealist master. It's a veritable showcase of his work in all media, including paintings, sculptures, film, photography and objects of all description. 1 Dali Blvd. (Fifth Avenue SE near First Street SE); 727-823-3767; open 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. daily except Thursday (until 8 p.m.) and Sunday (open at noon); admission $21
• ALSO: Morean Arts Center—host to the world's only permanent installation of Dale Chihuly glasswork (moreanartscenter.org); Museum of Fine Arts—featuring examples of European art dating to the 1600s, American art dating to the 1800s, Greco-Roman antiquities, and pre-Columbian and Asian art (fine-arts.org); Florida Holocaust Museum—artifacts, documents and artwork honoring the memory of those lost during World War II (flholocaustmuseum.org); Great Explorations—children's museum dedicated to arts, sciences and humanities (greatexplorations.org); St. Petersburg Museum of History—collecting, preserving and communicating Florida's history and heritage (spmoh.org); Leepa-Rattner Museum of Art—St. Petersburg College collection of various works, including Abraham Rattner and Allen Leepa (spcollege.edu); Florida Craftsmen Gallery—showcase for contemporary craft artists throughout Florida (floridacraftsmen.net).
• LODGING: Pinellas County has several AAA Four Diamond-rated hotels, including the Renaissance Vinoy Resort & Golf Club on the bay in downtown St. Petersburg (marriott.com); the Don CeSar Beach Resort overlooking the Gulf of Mexico in St. Pete Beach (loewshotels.com); and Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach (hyatt.com) and Sandpearl Resort (sandpearl.com) in Clearwater. Golf and tennis fans will enjoy the energetic vibe of Innisbrook Resort and Golf Club (innisbrookgolfresort.com), home to the PGA Tour's Transitions Championship each March, in Palm Harbor.
• DINING: Though the restaurants at the Don CeSar (Maritana Grille) and Sandpearl (Caretta on the Gulf) resorts are Pinellas County's lone AAA Four Diamond establishments, many excellent choices abound. Well-reviewed restaurants include Clearwater's Cafe Ponte (cafeponte.com) for contemporary American, and Salt Rock Grill (saltrockgrill.com) in Indian Shores for surf 'n' turf. Central Avenue in downtown St. Petersburg is a worthy culinary expedition.


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Debates of Oct. 27th, 2010
House of Commons Hansard #88 of the 40th Parliament, 3rd Session. (The original version is on Parliament's site.) The word of the day was refugees.
- Question Period
- Celebrating Seniors Awards
- Ellen Bruce
- Jean Pouliot
- Pay Equity
- Calgary East
- Homeless Youth
- Bill Otway
- H.E.R.O.S Program
- Aerospace Industry
- Avalon Peninsula
- Firearms Registry
- Veterans Affairs
- The Economy
- Ports of Sept-Îles and Baie-Comeau
- Long-Term Disability Benefits
- Aerospace Industry
- National Defence
- Public Works and Government Services
- National Defence
- Government Priorities
- G8 and G20 Summits
- Bank of Canada
- Justice
- Government Spending
- National Defence
- Bank of Canada
- Infrastructure
- Disability Benefits
- The Environment
- Government Accountability
- Terra Nova National Park
- Citizenship and Immigration
- Bloc Québécois
- Presence in Gallery
- Points of Order
- Foreign Affairs
- Government Response to Petitions
- Interparliamentary Delegations
- Committees of the House
- Canada Transportation Act
- Petitions
- Questions on the Order Paper
- Motions for Papers
- Preventing Human Smugglers from Abusing Canada's Immigration System Act
- Transport
- Preventing Human Smugglers from Abusing Canada's Immigration System Act
- Committees of the House
- The Economy
- Committees of the House
- Corporate Accountability of Mining, Oil and Gas Corporations in Developing Countries Act
- National Holocaust Monument Act
2:05 p.m.
The Speaker Peter Milliken
It being Wednesday, we will now have the singing of the national anthem led by the hon. member for Notre-Dame-de-Grâce—Lachine.
[Members sang the national anthem]
Celebrating Seniors Awards
Statements By Members
2:05 p.m.
Andrew Scheer Regina—Qu'Appelle, SK
Mr. Speaker, the Saskatchewan Seniors Mechanism's Celebrating Seniors Awards were initiated to honour the many senior volunteers in Saskatchewan who remain active and continue to contribute to society.
Nominees are outstanding senior citizens who reside in Saskatchewan and who consistently contribute to the overall quality of life in their communities.
This month, the Saskatchewan Seniors Mechanism nominated eight residents from the great riding of Regina—Qu'Appelle: Lorraine Garrett and Alfred Aichinger of Regina; Hummer Bartlett and Eileen Rowbotham of Fort Qu'Appelle; Wes and Judy Bailey of Cupar; and Shirley Bozarth of McLean.
Mae Wesley of Fort Qu'Appelle was the winner of the Lifetime Achievement Award. Her volunteering spirit and dedication throughout her lifetime has improved society and inspired others.
I would like to take this opportunity to congratulate Mae and all of the other nominees for their years of selfless service for the many communities in Regina—Qu'Appelle.
Ellen Bruce
Statements By Members
2:05 p.m.
Larry Bagnell Yukon, YT
Mr. Speaker, on October 16, 2010, the Gwitch'in people lost their great spiritual leader, Ellen Kyikavichik, at 98 years of age. The Reverend Dr. Ellen Bruce was the first aboriginal woman in the north to be ordained a minister and she dedicated her life to her Lord, her people and her family.
The incredible spirituality of the Gwitch'in people has fortified my faith, and Ellen Bruce was her nation's pillar of that spiritual strength. We only needed to be in her presence and look into those quiet eyes and angelic smile to feel the peace that passeth all understanding.
As her MLA for Old Crow, Darius Elias said, "She loved her people and it showed". For this lifetime of caring, promotion of the Gwitch'in culture and dedication to the Anglican Church, she received the Order of Canada.
As her eulogy closed, "Grandma, we will remember your smiling eyes, your tender love, your words of wisdom, your sense of humour, warm hugs and beautiful laughter. Though we will miss you dearly, we are happy you are back with your sweetheart".
Surely she is in the hands of God, amen.
Jean Pouliot
Statements By Members
2:05 p.m.
Claude Guimond Rimouski-Neigette—Témiscouata—Les Basques, QC
Mr. Speaker, the riding of Rimouski-Neigette—Témiscouata—Les Basques is known for its abundant natural resources, but it is also known for its human resources. On September 11, a Rimouski citizen, Jean Pouliot, the CEO of PMI Steel Products became president of the Association de la construction du Québec, the Quebec construction association, which represents some 15,000 businesses and over 100,000 workers.
Mr. Pouliot is a man of action and conviction, as demonstrated by his achievements. His main goal now is to enhance his industry's image. Mr. Pouliot is also very involved in the rebuilding of Haiti, which was ravaged by an earthquake in January. He went to Haiti in April to teach the local people about modern construction techniques.
I am proud of this Rimouski native and of his many contributions. I wish Mr. Pouliot the best of luck as president of the Association de la construction du Québec.
Pay Equity
Statements By Members
2:05 p.m.
Irene Mathyssen London—Fanshawe, ON
Mr. Speaker, federally regulated women employees have been waiting too long for proactive pay equity legislation.
The previous government stalled on introducing pay equity legislation and the current government, with the support of the official opposition, introduced regressive legislation that has turned back the clock on women's equality.
Human rights do not belong on the bargaining table. Collective bargaining is a process of negotiating and compromising. Human rights are non-negotiable and there must never be a compromise. Women's rights are not a bargaining chip.
The Bilson report unanimously recommended that the best process to achieve pay equity is to separate it from collective bargaining. The report states that using the collective bargaining process to achieve pay equity will not only reinforce the gendered nature of the report, it will undermine pay equity, which is at the heart of our purpose.
New Democrats are furious that the Public Sector Equitable Compensation Act will be implemented in the new year and that women in Canada will once again be denied equality in the workplace.
Calgary East
Statements By Members
2:05 p.m.
Deepak Obhrai Calgary East, AB
Mr. Speaker, after years of neglect by the Liberals of western Canada's aspirations, I am delighted to see that federal funding is finally flowing into western Canadian communities.
Thanks to this Conservative government, my riding of Calgary East has seen its fair share of federal grants, kick-starting new projects and giving hope to the riding's residents during these tough economic times.
Our government has contributed funds to the Parks Foundation Calgary for the construction of 13 playgrounds and recreation facilities. Our government is supporting the youth possibilities program, which will help youth facing employment barriers to develop job skills to ease their transition to work or return to school. We have provided funding to help persons with mental health disabilities to become self-employed.
Funding alone does not achieve results. Our people make the real difference. I wish to recognize all the volunteers who have worked tirelessly to improve their community.
I congratulate the people of Calgary East for supporting these worthy projects.
Homeless Youth
Statements By Members
2:05 p.m.
Justin Trudeau Papineau, QC
Mr. Speaker, I am honoured to speak today to support the RE*Generation movement, which was created to raise awareness about the problem of youth homelessness in Canada.
The RE*Generation movement aims to raise awareness of youth homelessness, as well as to encourage better engagement between Canadians and organizations who work tirelessly to combat youth homelessness.
Earlier today, Sir Richard Branson visited Eva's Phoenix, a Toronto youth shelter, to help serve breakfast and raise awareness of Canada's youth homelessness problem. He was joined at this event by, among others, my colleague, the member for St. Paul's, and Vancouver indie rock band, Mother Mother.
The member for St. Paul's has moved Motion No. 504 to declare November 17 National Youth Homelessness Awareness Day. Our homeless youth must not be invisible to Canadians any longer.
I encourage all members of this House to do the right thing and declare November 17 National Youth Homelessness Awareness Day.
Bill Otway
Statements By Members
2:10 p.m.
John Cummins Delta—Richmond East, BC
Mr. Speaker, it is with great sadness that I inform the House of the passing of Bill Otway.
British Columbia wildlife enthusiasts and recreational fishermen have lost a consummate warrior and friend.
Bill spent a lifetime at the forefront of the fight for the best in management practices for fish and wildlife and was the single most vocal proponent of the right of recreational anglers to fish.
Always available to provide advice and, yes, even criticism, Bill never wavered in his convictions for the sake of popularity.
A former executive director of the B.C. Wildlife Federation and a sports fishing adviser to the federal government, Bill was the recipient of many awards, including a national Recreational Fisheries Award from DFO.
Bill had all the ingredients to carry the burdens he did. He was a smart, stubborn, fearless and thoroughly decent man.
In Bill's passing, British Columbia and, indeed, Canada lost someone it could ill afford to lose: a real conservationist and wise man who said what had to be said.
Our hearts go out to his wife Carol and the rest of his family.
H.E.R.O.S Program
Statements By Members
2:10 p.m.
Maria Mourani Ahuntsic, QC
Mr. Speaker, on October 7, the first H.E.R.O.S. program in Quebec was launched at Sophie-Barat school in partnership with the Ahuntsic Braves. This program actively offers the chance for 25 youth, 5 girls and 20 boys, to play hockey for free, including coaching, ice time and equipment.
The mission of H.E.R.O.S. is to use the game of hockey as a catalyst to attract less fortunate youth to a program that offers support for education while building their self-esteem, team spirit and life skills, all in a fun, safe environment in which every child is considered to be a hero.
Willie O'Ree, the first black player in the National Hockey League, attended the ceremony. His mere presence was living proof to everyone that you can always overcome obstacles, even obstacles that seem insurmountable at first.
Congratulations to Sophie-Barat school and the Ahuntsic Braves for this initiative.
Hats off to our heroes and we wish the H.E.R.O.S. program continued success in Quebec.
Aerospace Industry
Statements By Members
2:10 p.m.
Peter Braid Kitchener—Waterloo, ON
Mr. Speaker, today, addressing a group of Canada's leading aerospace companies, the industry minister drew a stark contrast between our government's unequivocal support for the over 80,000 people who work in the industry, and the Liberals' promise to cancel the F-35 program, jeopardizing all the jobs that depend on it.
The F-35 program is a win-win for the Canadian Forces and the Canadian economy. The forces will be replacing an aircraft that has reached the end of its lifespan. Canada's aerospace industry will benefit from opportunities that will create highly skilled and well-paying jobs for years to come.
However, there are some in Parliament who are playing political games by threatening to cancel the F-35 program and, along with it, all of the opportunities it brings for the aerospace industry in Canada.
We will not allow the coalition to jeopardize tens of thousands of Canadians jobs. Our government strongly supports these 80,000 Canadians and their families.
Avalon Peninsula
Statements By Members
2:10 p.m.
Scott Andrews Avalon, NL
Mr. Speaker, with its quaint fishing villages and breathtaking scenery, the Avalon Peninsula has once again caught the attention of many around the world.
The November issue of the National Geographic Traveller magazine has selected our region as the number one coastal destination in the world, beating out other notable destinations such as the fjords in Chile and Broome, Australia.
This comes as no surprise to residents and the thousands of tourists that flock to our shores each year to hike, kayak and experience the local culture; from fishing off of Cape St. Mary's to kissing a cod on the Baccalieu Trail.
My colleague from St. John's South—Mount Pearl and I already know that the Avalon Peninsula is the best place to live, and now it is known as the best coastal destination in the world.
I encourage all Canadians to experience the natural beauty of the Avalon Peninsula in Newfoundland and Labrador, the number one coastal destination in the world.
Firearms Registry
Statements By Members
October 27th, 2010 / 2:15 p.m.
Tilly O'Neill-Gordon Miramichi, NB
Mr. Speaker, yesterday the member opposite stood and alleged that our government was turning its back on Miramichi. This could not be further from the truth. I am so proud to stand in the House representing the constituents of Miramichi to correct the record.
Despite the attempts at fearmongering by the member for Moncton—Riverview—Dieppe, abolishing the wasteful and ineffective long gun registry would affect 10 to 50 employees, not nearly 200 as was wrongly suggested yesterday.
However, leave it to the Liberals to try to ignore and distract from the positive initiatives our government is putting into this region, like the 550 new jobs announced by the Prime Minister. These are new, permanent jobs that will be in and directly benefit the Miramichi community. As promised, we will do more.
Our government has responded to the recession. Canadians know this. Furthermore, the good, hard-working—
Firearms Registry
Statements By Members
2:15 p.m.
The Speaker Peter Milliken
The hon. member for Windsor—Tecumseh.
Veterans Affairs
Statements By Members
2:15 p.m.
Joe Comartin Windsor—Tecumseh, ON
Mr. Speaker, this November our veterans should be honoured for their service and sacrifices to our nation. Instead, on November 6, across the country veterans and their supporters will be gathering for a national day of protest. They will be asking for the reinstatement of pensions relating to injuries they have sustained in the service of Canada. They will also be seeking the reinstatement of Colonel Pat Stogran as the veterans ombudsman.
New Democrats have long been fighting for fairness and practical results for veterans and their families. Among our accomplishments are: passing a veterans first motion; calling for expanded access to veterans' hospital care; extending VIP home care; and calling for a public inquiry into the violation of the privacy of veterans.
I am proud of the work of our veterans critic, the member for Sackville—Eastern Shore. He recently received the Veterans Ombudsman's Commendation Award for his tireless efforts on their behalf.
I call on all members of Parliament and all Canadians to get out on November 6 for the protest and to support our veterans.
The Economy
Statements By Members
2:15 p.m.
Gerald Keddy South Shore—St. Margaret's, NS
Mr. Speaker, it is clear that Canada's economic action plan is getting results for Canadians. While other countries continue to lose jobs, Canada has created net new jobs. The OECD and the IMF are projecting Canada to have the strongest growth in the G7 in both 2010 and 2011.
Our investment in 23,000 projects has created over 420,000 jobs. Canadians are working. Our government is showing leadership and because of that leadership, Canada is leading the recovery with an economic and fiscal record that is stronger than other industrialized nations.
Canada's economic action plan is protecting the interests of Canadians and their families.