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National Guard members are heroes both overseas and in their own communities, protecting and serving at both the state and federal level. Take our quiz to see how much you know about this often unappreciated branch of the armed forces.
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Question 1 of 30
Where did the National Guard originate?
New York
The earliest North American militia units were formed in Massachusetts during the 17th century when the local legislature authorized the creation of three permanent regiments to protect the colony.
Question 2 of 30
The U.S. National Guard is older than the U.S. Army itself.
The U.S. National Guard dates back to December 13, 1636, making it older than the U.S. Army.
Question 3 of 30
How many branches of service make up the National Guard?
The National Guard consists of two branches -- the Army National Guard and the Air National Guard.
Question 4 of 30
What year was the Air National Guard created?
The National Security Act of 1947 authorized the establishment of both the U.S. Air Force and the Air National Guard.
Question 5 of 30
Who came up with the name "National Guard?"
Marquis de Lafayette
French military leader Marquis de Lafayette came up with the name "National Guard" in 1824 during a visit to the U.S., but it wasn't made official until 1916.
George Washington
King Henry VIII
Question 6 of 30
Other military reserve units are not part of the National Guard.
Military reserves, such as the Army or Navy Reserve, are not affiliated with the U.S. National Guard.
Question 7 of 30
Only the U.S. President can call the National Guard to duty.
Guard members are sworn to follow both state and federal constitutions. Either a state governor or the president can call the Guard to action.
Question 8 of 30
The National Guard rarely participates in major foreign conflicts.
The National Guard has participated in every major war since 1637, with 300,000 Guard members fighting in WWII and more than 10,000 fighting in Vietnam.
Question 9 of 30
How many presidents have served in the Guard in its modern formation?
Two presidents -- Harry Truman and George W. Bush -- have served in the Guard in its modern formation. Earlier presidents may have taken part in militia battles before the Guard took on its current structure.
Question 10 of 30
Which U.S. territory does not have its own National Guard?
American Samoa
Every state and every U.S. territory -- except for American Samoa -- has its own National Guard branch.
Puerto Rico
Question 11 of 30
What is the highest ranking position in any state National Guard?
Adjunct General
The Adjunct General is the highest ranking officer in the National Guard in each state.
Question 12 of 30
Adjunct Generals are typically chosen by the public in local elections.
In the majority of states, the governor appoints the Adjunct General. In a handful of states, this position is put to vote or appointed by the legislature.
Question 13 of 30
How many U.S. National Guard members fought in the Korean War?
around 1,000
more than 100,000
Roughly 138,000 National Guard troops fought in the Korean War, including 45,000 members of the Air National Guard.
Question 14 of 30
More than half a million National Guard troops have taken part in Operation Enduring Freedom and the resulting conflicts.
Around 650,000 National Guard members have fought overseas as part of Operation Enduring Freedom and subsequent conflicts since 2001.
Question 15 of 30
The U.S. National Guard is the largest branch of the military.
The U.S. National Guard is the second largest branch of the military after the U.S. Army.
Question 16 of 30
How many troops make up the U.S. National Guard?
The National Guard consists of 460,000 troops, including 105,400 members of the Air National Guard.
Question 17 of 30
National Guard members receive monthly training year-round.
At a minimum, guard members train for one weekend a month plus two weeks a year when they are not on active duty.
Question 18 of 30
What is the National Guard term for your job?
Primary Occupational Grouping
Assigned Occupational Position
Military Occupational Specialty
Guard members can choose from over 150 military occupational specialties -- jobs -- while in the Guard.
Question 19 of 30
What did a group of National Guard members do at Kent State University in 1970?
shot protestors
Twenty-eight National Guard members fired at protestors on the Kent State University campus on May 4, 1970.
burned down a dorm
shot the president
Question 20 of 30
How many people died in the conflict?
Four protestors were killed, eight were wounded and another was paralyzed during the melee.
Question 21 of 30
What happened to the troops who fired on the protestors at Kent State?
killed by an angry mob
imprisoned for life
released without charge
After firing 60 rounds at protestors at Kent State, all charges were dropped against the National Guard members involved in the conflict.
Question 22 of 30
Why did more than 28,000 National Guard members deploy to New York City in the spring of 1970?
to deliver mail
During the 1970 New York City postal strike, more than 28,000 National Guard members came to the city to ensure mail delivery continued on schedule.
to ensure peaceful protests
to cleanup after a hurricane
Question 23 of 30
Which of these actors was NOT a member of the Guard?
Robert Redford
Robert Redford was never a Guardsman, but both Tom Selleck and James Garner joined the Guard before hitting it big in Hollywood.
Tom Selleck
James Garner
Question 24 of 30
The Air National Guard has its own fleet of aircraft.
The ANG maintains more than 1,100 aircraft, representing about a third of the total in-air fighter capacity of the Air Force.
Question 25 of 30
Most National Guardsmen never actually see combat.
Around half of all Guard members have combat experience.
Question 26 of 30
The National Guard has its own branch of Special Forces.
The Army National Guard has a special forces branch consisting of 1,800 troops, while the Air National Guard has its own special ops team.
Question 27 of 30
What percent of the total Army budget goes to the U.S. National Guard?
1 percent
10 percent
Around 10 percent of the Army budget goes to the Guard, while the Air National Guard represents around 6.5 percent of the total Air Force budget.
50 percent
Question 28 of 30
What percentage of total Army personnel are Guard members?
3 percent
15 percent
32 percent
A full 32 percent of Army personnel are Guard members, while 21 percent of the total Air Force personnel belong to the Air National Guard.
Question 29 of 30
Which state has the largest National Guard?
California has the largest state National Guard, with 21,000 troops, including 4,572 airmen.
New York
Question 30 of 30
Babe Ruth was a Guardsman.
Babe Ruth enlisted in the New York Guard in 1924, largely for the photo-ops, and never ended up being drafted into battle.


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Visit Illinois Sparkling Co. tasting room at the August Hill Winery and experience locally-made handcrafted wines. Wine tastings and flights, wine gifts & accessories, gallery of local art, outdoor patio, private events.
Cajun cook creating authentic Louisiana dishes: alligator, gumbo, etouffe, etc. Experience the taste of roasted pecan pie! Thursday - Saturday 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM & Sunday 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM. Call for summer hours.
Kick back and relax in a casual atmosphere. Canal Port Bar & Grill has the best fried chicken in town and also specialize in steaks and seafood. Families welcome. Carry-outs available. Serving Lunch and Dinner Daily.
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Serving sandwiches, snacks, ice cream and espresso drinks. With an outdoor patio and deck dining.
Duffy's Tavern is the best Irish style pub for a great full service bar and delicious Irish foods. Duffy's specializes in providing the best selection of import and domestic beer, liquor, and wine, as well as the best tasting steaks, seafood, and more! The old fashioned restaurant has a friendly, neighborhood atmosphere and the old time Irish antiques and music give you the feeling of being in Ireland!
Casual dining just minutes from the I&M Canal. Classic American cuisine. Serving specials daily. For great homemade food (virtually nothing on the menu is "out of the box"), it's hard to beat Skoog's.
Breakfast specials along with homemade soup, chili and daily lunch specials. Dinner Specials along with homemade pizzas! Carry outs available! Open: 6am Breakfast, 11am lunch and 4pm dinner
Reknowned as a longtime staple in the Princeton area, the "Park" is the place to be. Enjoy a drink and conversation at the bar while you wait for your crispy fried chicken or daily special. Finish your meal with a specialty dessert on the patio. Stop by this congenial spot to relax and catch up with friends.
Homemade pizza, pasta dishes, and hot and cold sandwiches. We deliver! All day, everyday! Plus we cater!
Fitzgerald's was established in 2007 with the idea of offering Princeton and the surrounding communities a different atmosphere in which to enjoy good company, the finest drinks, unique entertainment and excellent service. We are committed to uphold these four areas of importance as they apply to the hospitality industry.
Authentic, homemade Mexican cuisine and some of the best margaritas you will ever have! Big menu selection features lunch and daily specials (drink specials, too!), complimentary chips with homemade salsa. Family friendly and very budget friendly.
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You thought our lunches were so good we decided to serve breakfast, too! Start your day with egg casserole or biscuits and gravy, then come on back for lunch! We have a super salad bar, great sandwiches (prepared with our own baked bread!), homemade potato chips (yes, some are flavored) and excellent soups. And don't forget the daily specials! We can also cater your special event. Just give us a call.
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Stop by and try one of our famous Wise Guys Burgers with fries or bring the family in for one our special occasion Sunday brunches. Whether it's a party for the girls or a football night out for the guys, the best place to be is Wise Guys! Also providing catering/banquet facilities for corporate/private parties and weddings.
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The Desertview Pro Rodeo number 12 is slated to come to town on July 29, 30, 31, at the rodeo arena in Castle Dale. For 12 straight years the Desertview Pro Rodeo has grown larger and is now in its special 12th big year. The rodeo committee knows the success of this rodeo is due to the greatest rodeo fans and sponsors in the country. The three day event will be jam packed with cowboys and cowgirls from all over the country competing for big money purses. For the fourth year the Desertview Pro Rodeo is a sanctioned Dodge Rodeo.
National Rodeo Finals riders will make an appearance at the Desertview Pro Rodeo. Cowboys and cowgirls sure to please the crowd include: Matt Chiozawa, calf roper from Chubbock, Idaho; Monty Joe Petska from Turlock, Calif. in team roping; Nate Baldwin from Blackfoot, Idaho in calf roping; Jess Davis from Payson in bareback; Castle Dale's own AnnDee Adams in barrel racing; Levi Barry from Kaysville in saddle bronc; Zack Elliot from Thatcher in bull riding; Jake Hannum from Ogden in calf roping; Dusty Morse from Randolf in team roping; Kade Richard and Rhen Richard from Roosevelt in team roping; these brothers are former Union High athletes who competed against Emery High and are great cowboys; Huntington cowboy Justin Truman will compete in calf roping and steer roping; Kache Moosman from Price will ride a bull and Rachel Krompel from Price will compete in barrel racing. Cowboys and cowgirls from Texas, California, Nevada and Idaho and other points in between will ride into Castle Dale for fine pro rodeo action.
Introduced at the Desertview Pro Rodeo 2008 was the hide race and it will continue at this year's event. Ike Sankey, rodeo stock producer is one of the entrants in this event. His son Wade Sankey has signed up to ride bareback and saddle bronc. The Desertview Pro Rodeo is looking for a few brave men and women to try their luck at the hide race. Riders will enter the ring and their partner will jump on the hide and hang on for the ride of their lives around the barrel and back out of the arena for a timed score. Event organizers hope to have at least 15 teams participate in this event, so call now to reserve your spot. The entry fee is $50 per team for all three nights. Winning team receives $250 per night. Overall winners receive belt buckles. This event is each night at the Desertview Pro Rodeo which begins at 7:30 p.m. Call Emery Recreation Department at 435-381-2108 to register. Friday night is Price Auto Group Night at the Pro Rodeo and the chance to win a new Dodge truck.
Friday night will be the horseshoe throwing event to win a Dodge truck. Three lucky people will have the chance to win a new Dodge. If the participants don't win the truck, they will keep throwing for a cash prize.
Each night of the rodeo will feature the wild cow milking event. Local cowboys compete for prize money and all around belt buckles for the overall champions. This is Emery County's truly extreme, unique event. Don't miss this event because you will be entertained to the max with this wild action.
The Desertview Pro Rodeo has attracted some local cowboys as well as cowboys from all over the country.
The rodeo begins at 7:30 p.m. each evening under the Emery County blue skies.
On Thursday night of the rodeo is the Desertview Federal Credit Union night. This night there will be a text messaging contest. The fastest texter will win two tickets to the National Finals Rodeo and a nights stay at the South Point Hotel and Casino. All those 21 years of age and older can participate in the texting contest. The announcer will ask a question and the person to text the correct answer to the number given will be the winner. The winning incoming text message will be determined by the order it comes in. For example texter number 100 might win or texter number 50.
The Desertview Pro Rodeo committee wonders if you are "Tough Enough to Wear Pink." The rodeo committee wants every rodeo fan through the gate on Saturday night to show their support by wearing a pink shirt, hat, ribbon or just anything will do. The Sportsmen for Fish and Wildlife have donated a rifle to be raffled off and all proceeds from raffle ticket sales will go to cancer awareness. You can buy raffle tickets at the gate. You don't have to be present to win the raffle. Raffle ticket sales will go on throughout the three day rodeo.
"Tough Enough to Wear Pink" has been raising big bucks for cancer across the nation. Some of the largest rodeos in the nation have climbed on board. Many of them have raised $30,000 and more for a single event.
Wrangler is a partner in the cause and donates all of the money from the sale of pink shirts to cancer awareness.
Desertview Credit Union said, "We are proud to sponsor the Desertview Pro Rodeo for the residents of Castle Valley. This is a world class rodeo event and with the continuation of the 'Tough Enough to Wear Pink' event for cancer we hope to make this rodeo even more community friendly. We hope everyone comes out to support the rodeo and this event which gives everyone a chance to make a donation for cancer. Hope to see you at the rodeo."
Zions Bank and Ray's Tavern are proud sponsors of Tough Enough to Wear Pink. Saturday night is "Tough Enough to Wear Pink" night at the fair.
Sankey Rodeo production will provide the rodeo stock for the event. Sankey is known far and wide for his rodeo animals who know their job and perform it well. His stock is used every year at the National Rodeo Finals held each year in Las Vegas.
Come and spend a night watching the best rodeo action around. This rodeo has something for everyone and even if you don't think you're a rodeo fan, you will be after a night spent at the Desertview Pro Rodeo.
New to the Desertview Pro Rodeo this year is the steer roping. It's a lot like calf roping but involves a steer. It's a one person event where the cowboy ropes the steer and then trips the steer and wrestles it to the ground and ties it down.
Also this year is a combo ticket special, good for all three nights of rodeo action at a reduced price. This special ticket deal is only available at Desertview Federal Credit Union branches in Huntington and Ferron. Advance tickets are available at BKs Stop-n-Shop, Headquarters, Emery County Treasurer's Office, Emery County Recreation, Desertview Credit Union in Huntington and Ferron, Gilly's, Food Ranch, Green River City Hall and Intermountain Farmers in Price.
The speciality act for this year's rodeo is Vince Bruce. A dance will be held on Friday and Saturday nights after the rodeo with the band Haywire.
Rodeo concessions will be offered each night for the hungry cowboy and cowgirl. The Castle Valley Lamb Fry will also take place in the fairgrounds park the three days of the rodeo. The Desertview Pro Rodeo kicks off two weeks of fun and the Emery County Fair begins Aug. 4 with a free swim and free ice cream at the Emery County aquatics center. Events continue Aug. 5-7, culminating with the huge, free Charley Jenkins concert on Aug. 7 at 7 p.m. at the Aquatics Park.


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Pens Win! Crosby with 3 points! Canadian Media swoons! Terry Jones faints!
December 06 2007 09:08AM
Well it would seem that baby penguins CAN defend themselves after all. We must admit, the OilersNation was feeling pretty good heading into the third period of the game last night, as was most of the City of Edmonton. One of our fellow citizens of the Nation headed off to the little Oilers room (if you get our drift) and missed the 2-1 and the 2-2 goal. He considers the game a tie because he missed those goals. We find that of little comfort today.
It would seem that the Pens have a different gear than the Mighty Oil. The Sid-Crosby-takes-over-and-we-score-100-goals-in-a-30-second-span gear. Does anyone know a mechanic that can install that gear on the Good Ship Oil?
December 06 2007, 12:59PM
Talk about a third period malfunction..... but I will admit we played a solid first 2 periods. And Horcoff is turning into a bit of a pimp
That was one heck of a melt down in the third. Stupid Crosby
December 06 2007, 02:56PM
Has Mac-T ever heard of a timeout? Whenever the Oilers get a quick goal scored against they fall apart. The coach should have the brains to call a time out and let everyone settle down and focus on playing MacT hockey.What a joke!


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Why do you say that for nice girls do not bet the corner's office, at times they get the office because they are doing a great job at what they do and I know what you do as a job you are doing the best that you can and always go from there, do not kiss someone a** but at the same time being nice and being cooperative and doig your best should take you to the next step / ladder in success in your goals in life
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Thanks for connecting Lynn. Well those are some pretty deep questions! As for opportunities, I'd still love to get back into government but the positions I would be looking at are few and far between for my level. Especially since leaving the DC area and coming out to Phoenix.
Lynn, If living within your means is satisfactory or even a smidge of a reality, perhaps then so...however, the idea, that each individual must peer into the immediate future and decypher the nuances of the game players at the highest levels, how the corporations, bankers, and money lenders (the Fed) are thinking and schemeing, how the majority of the minority players plan to move... etc... outrageous!!! You have your life, your education, your career training, your personal plan, a footstep at a time, and then...the assholes, liers, thieves, and crooks on top of you...change the game... reread 'Silver Bears', review what Lenin wrote about the capitalistic system back in 1909...relive the moments from the days before you decided to become a minor player in the "game" that financial survival has become in this day and age...hint, I remember 23 cents per galllon gas...it remained at that price for at least 15 years...The current fiscal philosophy of "cash from chaos" is destroying the very satisfaction and stability of the human elements of peaceful coexistence and inhibits the overall rise of the species...The manipulators at the top of this heap above US have learned that to have and hold complete control of a commodity, (human beings), fear on a daily basis must be imposed...this bunch has also learned that it is cheaper to kill other humans than to build a better and more prosperous society in which all can live and enjoy the fruits of this earth...soooooooo, within one's means.... really??? surely you do not rely upon fate to determine your path...in good jest and for social fun and conversation...don't hold back...let me know if this page and these thoughts are not just mine...your new 'friend' at govcentral, Michael...please visit my profile and read some of my posts...and inquire of me through our mutual friends...got to run for now...must light the first fire of the season...all the best.
okay all is good nothing wrong with that at all, Please !!! makes my brain just work harder than it already has been working
Hi Lynn, Merry Christmas! Michael here with a quick greeting and question...on the post about friends stiffing friends...How did you come to pick that article for posting? I can't remember the last time I "paid the whole tab"...maybe Phuket, thailand back in 1987 or so...rounds of golf and a dinner cruise...lots of fun and a depleated bank account afterwards...oh well...I got wise after that and did get even in the end...I hope you managed to overcome the ire and have the answer for those of that 'mindset' who are crashers and moochers...for now though...it is the holiday season and I want to wish you and all of your relations the best of days and thoughts...your 'friend' Michael
Lynn ; are we gonna see a pic of you ?? Please with sugar on top with a cherry and if you like ice cream any flavor you like to have on the bottome of the cone with all the toppings that I just stated
Good afternnon lynn how are you today so far and hope all is well, any plans for today
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Dear Lynn, thanks for the compliment on my skin. Actually, I am quite freckled, maybe it's the lighting above the webcam that I used to take my picture that makes my face looks so smooth. I'll try and update my profile pictures and share some albums of photos later on. To answer your question about what products I use. I just slather every morning moisturiser (a generic one from CVS since I am not working and earning any money therefore am very budget-conscious). And the job I'm looking for is in the capacity of Administrative Assistant or Secretarial or Office Support jobs.
Good evening Lynn how are you
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Hi Lynn I am doing great. I have been working overtime and I did some of my Christmas shopping. How about you? How is life treating you?
I am glad to hear that you had a great weekend, and all is well
It sounds like as though you had a lot of fun ???
Question for you ??? when are we gonna see a pic of you ??
any plans for the week ??? so far
Good afternoon how are you, missed seeing you this weekend, hope all is well
How was your weekend,
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Nicknamed "The Fox", Gardner won nearly 70 percent of his games by stressing solid fundamentals and an up-tempo style of play. Gardner is the only coach in history to have led two different schools to the NCAA Final Four two times each. He led Kansas State to the Final Four in 1948 and 1951, then led the University of Utah there in 1961 and 1966. He won three Big Seven titles at Kansas State and five Skyline Conference titles at Utah. Gardner's Utah team was nicknamed the "Runnin' Redskins" because of his emphasis on offense and the fast break. Gardner coached the NABC East-West All-Stars in 1953, 1960 and 1964 and was a recipient of the National Association of Basketball Coaches' Golden Anniversary Award.
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I wonder what excuse they are going to give for showing up so late? Anyway they are probably there to choose the next Captain Commander, my money is on Unohana. Looking forward to their interaction with Ichigo especially the bearded guy and the one with the shades they look like they will be the most colorful of the bunch. So Ichigo bankai will be changing again. The problem is how will he fix it? Will he get some help from one of the guys from Zero squad? Probably.
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Club captain Toby Flood returns to captain Leicester Tigers in Sunday's Aviva Premiership showdown with Bath at Welford Road.
Toby Flood returns to captain Leicester Tigers in Sunday's Aviva Premiership clash with Bath at Welford Road.
Club captain and first-choice fly-half Flood is back in action after missing two league games due to injury and takes the number 12 shirt after Dan Bowden was ruled out by fractures to cheekbone and eye-socket during the match against Sale Sharks last Saturday.
Anthony Allen is still on his way back to full fitness after a calf muscle injury.
Miles Benjamin returns on the wing, Jordan Crane starts at number eight and former Bath hooker Rob Hawkins is included in the squad for the first time this season on his recovery from injury.
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Form: Leicester Tigers only defeat in their last eight matches in all tournaments came at Saracens in Premiership Rugby on December 21. Tigers have lost just one of their last thirteen encounters at Welford Road in all competitions: 16-23 to Harlequins on November 2. Bath Rugby's 25-43 loss at Northampton on Saturday ended an eleven game winning run in all tournaments. Bath have not lost back to back Premiership matches since December 2012. The last five encounters between the two clubs in the Premiership have all been won by the home side on the day, and in four of those the loser gained a bonus point. Bath have visited Welford Road on 17 previous occasions in the Premiership and won just once: 13-12 on November 29 2003.
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Bath: 15 Nick Abendanon, 14 Anthony Watson, 13 Jonathan Joseph, 12 Kyle Eastmond, 11 Matt Banahan, 10 George Ford, 9 Peter Stringer, 8 Carl Fearns, 7 Francois Louw, 6 Matt Garvey, 5 Dave Attwood, 4 Stuart Hooper (c), 3 Anthony Perenise, 2 Rob Webber, 1 Paul James.
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Posted on 12/21/2011 6:17:47 PM PST by george76
Iraqi prime minister Nouri al-Maliki has urged Kurdish officials to hand over the country's Sunni vice-president on terrorist charges, in a row that has raised communal tension.
Mr Maliki, a Shiite.
Mr Maliki has also called for the sacking of Sunni deputy prime minister Saleh al-Mutlak, who has decried the Shiite-led national unity government as a "dictatorship".
All this comes just days after US troops completed their withdrawal from the country, leaving behind what US president Barack Obama described as a "sovereign, stable, and self-reliant Iraq".
Mr Maliki ..."We gave Saddam a fair trial, and we will give Hashemi a fair trial too,"
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Maliki will be very sorry if he PO's the Kurds
This has implosion written all over it.
Shiites. Kurds. Iraqi central government.
Hey Obama, thought you'd have to wait a few months longer didn't you. Well, congrats a—h—e.
And so it begins...
Blood on your hands Obama.
We've been gone for one week and things are already unraveling.
This was always inevitable. We've probably saved a few more American lives this way.
American troops in Iraq for a few decades might have worked, but it was never on the cards.
The only to establish the rule of law is to establish the rule of law.
If the man is tried he will either be acquitted or convicted. He has been accused and apparently there is evidence. The arrest and trial is the only to resolve the issue.
The fairness of the trial must not be prejudged. It is perhaps the single most important event in the history of post Saddam Iraq
It is the only way to develop trust in the government.
I'm thinking the Kurds are the best trained and equipped fighters of the bunch. I think they will be able to handle a few heli-gunships this time.
I think, technically, we're there till 12/31/2011, and it's already coming apart.
Interesting they didn't try to arrest him while we were there. Wonder if the Shiites said they were going to do this, and that spurred the early pullout announcement.
Step back a step and think.
The only to develop faith in the government is to have a trial of officials that are widely believed to be involved in criminal acts of terrorism.
There is good reason to believe the trials (there may be more, shias even) could not take place while Americans were there. We would be accused of complicity and taking sides.
The relations there are complex and there are many many old grudges to be negotiated and resolved. The process is underway now thet we are not trying to referee.
Yeah, but it's like having Al Capone in the PM office, calling for Bugs Moran to be turned over and face trial. Moran may end up at the end of the rope, but the criminal enterprise rolls on, with Capone consolidating more power.
Give it a couple of months and it will be as if nothing has changed in Iraq since Saddam Hussein.
That's probably it.
I agree, and it will be interesting to see it play out.
There's going to have to be some trust between power bases in Iraq though, and I'm not sure that will materialize.
I hope it does, and my concerns are unfounded.
Iran will do to Iraq what the N. Vietnam did to S. Vietnam. They already have their SHIITE puppets in-place.
The Kurds are the Sikhs of Iraq. They won't back down from anyone, and they will thoroughly kick glutei maximi.
That didn't take long.
The charges, leveled a day after the last American troops left Iraq...
Then a Kurdish presidential spokesman ruled out handing Tariq al-Hashemi over to Baghdad, turning up the heat under what has become the worst Iraqi political crisis in years.
Perspective, Rab
And so it begins. That short journey back to the 7th Century.
And they'd be having this disagreement if US soldiers were here.
It's the Kurdish Workers Party (PKK) Marxist terrorists that Ankara has to combat not the Kurdish Regional government of Iraq.
Eh could be worse, the Sunni could be holding the prime minster. At least right now hes in the hands of an impartial 3rd party the Kurds.
Frankly it seems likely the man is guilty as charged.
Iran is determined to exterminate the Kurds and Turkey will help as they hate them for their independance and spunk.
Plus they both want to keep the stolen land.
Meanwhile, while the Iraqi government is quibbling about who is in control, Iran will take over.
Kinda simplictic, but that's IMO.
Trying to set-up a "sovereign, stable, and self-reliant Iraq" was our first mistake. This portion of the world has no history of this and thinking that we could create the conditions for one to flourish was folly. Let's face it their current culture, Islam, is one fraught with lying, cheating and back-stabbing. It's like having an entire nation of people with the same ethics as those in DC.
This pos can't even venture outside of the "green zone" for fear of his life from his own people.
The idea of his inditing Sunni leader is pure posturing (trying to look good to his Iranian buddies.)
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A fire completely destroyed a small home at 5868 S. Rapp St. on the afternoon of May 14.
Police officers on the scene said there were no injuries reported, but the three young people who were renting the home lost everything.
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Ullrich is in the Army Reserve, and all of his uniforms were in the house.
Hannah Brown, 21, and Erica Emmelhainz both work at Alamo Drafthouse. For Emmelhainz, the fire was a terrible birthday surprise; it was her 23rd.
"If Hannnah hadn't wanted to take me out for a birthday lunch, we would have been here," she said through tears.
Emmelhainz said the hardest part was seeing everything they'd worked for charred beyond recognition.
"A lot of people our age still live with their parents," she said. "We've gone through college, and we were paying our own rent. It just really sucks to feel like you worked toward something and felt independent, then just have it taken away."
All three thanked Littleton Fire Rescue for their hard work, and for cutting them a check for fresh clothes and other necessities from the burn-relief fund. They all said they have family in the area to stay with.
Neighbor Steven Schlenker was attending a training session for his new job at The Tavern. He saw the smoke and heard the sirens from the establishment's upstairs patio.
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You know what? I like them both and wish them all the best. I like how happy she seems here, just grinning widely, not caring if she doesn't look her movie-star best. Good for them!
Update to post (April 22, 2007): apparently the photo was faked, so I've removed it. Sorry about that. Anyway, best wishes to the bride and groom! And after a week of no real movie content, I hope to have a review up soon of another great 70s Shashi masala film. Stay tuned.
and now for the important event of the week
By Beth Watkins / Friday, April 20, 2007 / 5 comments /


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Robin Brownlee
April 17 2012 08:37AM
There was a lot of speculation at Monday's news conference to introduce Brent Sutter as head coach of Team Canada that the gig will double as an audition for the job as coach of the Edmonton Oilers.
While that job belongs to Tom Renney until we're otherwise informed, it seems obvious there's a measure of doubt the Oilers have decided to retain Renney – this "Take some time and then come back and tell me what your plan is" pitch being sold by GM Steve Tambellini doesn't ring true – and it's equally obvious Sutter is a candidate to replace him.
Sutter has history with Oilers president of hockey operations Kevin Lowe, who will be in on the decision about what happens with Renney and is also part of Team Canada's management team. They go back all the way to 1984, when they were teammates with Team Canada.
And, given the reasons we're hearing behind the mutual agreement Sutter and the Calgary Flames decided to part company last week – Sutter wanted to begin a full-scale rebuild of the team while Jay Feaster and ownership are not so inclined – there seems to be an alignment in philosophy in Sutter's approach and what's going on here in Edmonton.
While it's fair to argue the merits of giving Renney the golden handshake to make room for Sutter based on coaching style and career records, if you know the business of hockey, any business, you know Sutter's history with Lowe and being on the same page philosophically carry as much weight as a few percentage points either way in career coaching records.
Of course this is an audition, denials be damned.
Sutter is back on the coaching market because he and Feaster didn't see eye to eye on the future of the Flames. Sutter made it clear Monday he preferred going the full rebuild route rather than trying to tweak and coax the Flames into playoff contention as an also-ran. Sound familiar, Oiler fans?
"I'm not a guy to just get in seventh or eighth. To me, you build your team to win the Stanley Cup," said Sutter, who also commented on what he sees happening up the road in Edmonton.
"I like the direction Edmonton is going. They have a lot of young players. It's a young man's game. They've had an opportunity to take a lot of the best players in the draft. They've done a good job of drafting."
Then, there's the history with Lowe, who has always placed a premium on the relationships he's made in his career as a player, coach and manager. You need look no further than Lowe's long friendships with Craig MacTavish and Kelly Buchberger to know that.
"We go back a long, long way. We played together in a Canada Cup," Sutter told Terry Jones of the Edmonton Sun, referring to being teammates with Team Canada in 1984.
"I was real nervous. I was the youngest guy on the team. I'd come in late after camp started. I was in the lobby ready to take a cab to the rink when Kevin came down and suggested we share one together. Remember the Oilers and Islanders were at war back then.
"Kevin convinced me to relax, be myself, that I was a good player and deserved to be there with the others, that we were all good players, and to go play the way I always played. He helped me through it. He didn't have to say anything."
Is Renney out as Oilers coach? We don't know for sure, although I suspect Tambellini leaving him to twist is not a good sign he will be back. Would Sutter represent a clear upgrade and a better match for the likes of Taylor Hall, Jordan Eberle and Ryan Nugent-Hopkins?
It's difficult to know for sure, just basing it on career points percentage and playoff performance. Neither Sutter nor Renney have enjoyed post-season success at the NHL level. Sutter's regular season points percentage through 410 games with New Jersey and Calgary is .584. Renney sits at .504 through stints with Vancouver, New York and Edmonton.
While those numbers tell us what Renney and Sutter have done until now, the history between Lowe and Sutter and the time they'll spend working together with Team Canada will likely carry far more weight as to what happens from here on out.
"Everybody knows the Sutters well," Lowe said. "They're honest people. They're obviously passionate about the game of hockey . . . I know what Brent represents. I know the type of person he is."
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How strange is it to hear that a Calgary coach doesn't agree with the philosophy of the Flames but that, hey, I sure like what that team in Edmonton is doing?
April 17 2012, 08:54AM
Another reason KLowe should be removed "They're obviously passionate about the game of hockey"
They aren't "obviously passionate" about anything. Heck, they may actually be passionate but it is not obvious if you catch my drift.
In a way I hope Sutter becomes the coach of the Oilers and we destroy the flames in ever facet of the game for the next few seasons.
Oh to see the faces of flames fans...
I think that shows how dire things really are in Calgary. It's a bad time to be a Flames fan, even more so than usual.
April 17 2012, 09:01AM
If Dave Tippett's not available, I'd be OK with Brent Sutter. (I was in favour of hiring him here before he went to Calgary.)
Ya, Sutter knowing that the"welcome mat" would be pulled from under him, all of a sudden loves rebuilding teams and loves what the Oilers are doing yada yada.... only reason being he wants a job, wants to be close to his Red Deer Rebels, and wants to close to his cows on the farm . Sucked Lowe into this situation... I hop this is all a bad dream. Sutter has won nothing in the NHL... and will destroy the young guys... I'd go back to your cows .
What has Brent Sutter done to indicate he's an upgrade over Tom Renney?? And I can't imagine a more emotionless, depressing figure behind the bench. I'm not entirely sold that Renney is the answer, but if the new coach isn't a clear upgrade (like Tippett) I see no reason to change just for the sake of changing
If Sutter becomes the coach it would be nice if he would try to get Brandon Sutter for the Oilers.
Maybe they are waiting to see if Alain Vigneault gets fired.
April 17 2012, 09:46AM
Hard for Sutter to coach in Calgary when your philosophy does not match that of the GM... However.. I am quite pissed with how Oilers mgmt is handling Renney. He's done nothing but do his best for this organization and to leave him twisting is about as ridiculous as the reason why. Coach and GM talk all damn season about the vision they see for their team. Don't frickin tell me he needs to go away and come back with his vision on the team. You know it already. Tambi needs to go as I'm sick of a GM who hides under his mama's skirt and can't make a decision. Get rid of Kevin Lowe and any other former Oilers associated with this team. If I am Renney, I choose not to come back because of how this has been handled. Sutter is comparable to Renney in my eyes. I really like Tippett and I would wait and see what happens with him... Lindy Ruff as well.. I know the Sabres say they are keeping them.. but until the contracts are signed I don't believe anything.
Say no to Sutters, Edmonton north is no Sutter coaching zone. Lets start some better rumours. How about Alain Vignault, hes a better coach.How about Brad Tippet. We don`t need some Calgary castoff.
April 17 2012, 09:51AM
Just another strike against Tambellini in his handling of the Tom Renney situation.
April 17 2012, 09:53AM
I'd like to see Doug Weight and Dallas Eakins as co-coaches. The Quinn and Renney signings were boffo, bringing us Hall,Hopkins and Yakupov.
What has Brent Sutter done to indicate he's an upgrade over Tom Renney?? And I can't imagine a more emotionless, depressing figure behind the bench. I'm not entirely sold that Renney is the answer, but if the new coach isn't a clear upgrade (like Tippett) I see no reason to change just for the sake of changing
Agreed - I would be pretty unhappy if Sutter became the coach.
April 17 2012, 10:10AM
Thinking about Sutter as the coach gives me an uneasy feeling. Really hope they either bring back Renney or get a clear upgrade. I fear though that Tambellini and his constant side steps will be sure to make this happen as to not progress the team only step to the side.
Sutter knows how to build a hockey team,so how about Brent takes over Tambellinies job.Tippet I dont believe is great with the young guys if you look at the Turris situation.Its to bad they never got Hitch for all the time he was available.
What is Tambellini expected to do? Make an announcement that if no better coach becomes available by route of getting fired after missing the playoffs he will stick with Renney?
To me it is apparent that Tambellini believes as of right now Renney is the best coach for the Oilers. That may change if another coach comes available...Tippet, Vigneult (sp?), Bylsma (dreaming I know), or somebody of that ilk. Last thing we want is Renney to be let go only for all superior coaches to be retained, leaving Tambellini to hire what he considers to be an inferior coach.
Of course the worst case and entirely possible scenario would be one of the the coaches coming available, Tambellini dropping Renney, and then the available coach signing somewhere else. Forcing Tambellini to sign someone whom he would consider an inferior coach or pull a giant gaff and ask that Renney come back after he can't find anyone better.
My opinion: Renney is good, but Tippet, Trotz, Bylsma, Vigneult, Quennville, Hitchcock and Babcock are better. You never know what happens after an early playoff exit.
*Edit: To keep this post relevant; No to Sutter
April 17 2012, 10:15AM
Two things:
1) Sutter has accomplished very little as an NHL Head Coach. There could be many other options that would bring the same quality of resume as a Coach.
2) There is a very irrational (yet understandable) part of me that is uneasy picking up Calgary's trash.
April 17 2012, 10:29AM
Time for a new poll.
Should he stay or should he go...the ultimate decision on a Ryan Smyth extension.
I think Tippet figured out something about Turris before anyone else, that the kid is maybe not that great. He handled Keith Yandle and E. Larsson just fine. I would not hold that against him.
Frankly, if Vignault or Ruff are released they are the cream of the crop I think in regards to coaches. I don`t want to take Sutter because hes available, I want the best guy moving forward. I love Ruff and I respect Vignault for two reasons. They have both been a part of systems that develop young talent very well. How many guys have Buffalo developed into excellent players. The Canucks have a number of guys they have drafted and developed into servicable players in years where they don`t get those sweet picks.
April 17 2012, 10:41AM
I like Sutter but prefer Renney keep coaching this group.
I believe a change in leadership/captaincy would go further than a coaching change.
He may look like Yoda, but does he have the force of Yoda?
Well I'm dating myself but I went to school with Brent Sutter ( all the Sutter's for that matter except the twins) and let's just say, even in high school he had " the look", but never said much.
The more I think about this the more I like this. Brent Sutter as with all the Sutters, like tough aggressive hockey players. With Tamby and Lowe coveting small, fast, skilled players, maybe Brent can convince them to draft some size and grit?
RB, you have Tamby's little charade all figured out. It's laughable that he wants to give Renny some time to think about the season and " hear his plan"..........come on Tamby the only joker is you!Let's hear your brilliant plan.......and finishing last and drafting first is NOT a plan!
I think it was Gregor( in his post season address after the draft) that pointed out Tamby told the entire hockey world that Yakapov is not a elite talent. Now what kind of GM would diminish the value of his first overall pick? A stupid one!
Sutters bench management is actually worse than Renneys, he's stubborn as a mule and somehow believes that making the same decision over and over again will miraculously yield a different result. (as evidenced by his unbelievably bad line matching in Calgary)
Lowe claiming hes passionate is well and good but evidently he is incapable of transferring that passion into on ice performance by his mighty steeds.
Stick to ranching (and scowling) Sutter..... its what you are good at.... apparently. Coaching.......... not so much.
And 1984 is a freaking long time ago...... just saying.
April 17 2012, 10:51AM
As has been said over and over Sutter has done nothing to improve any NHL team he has coached. I think if they hire him I will be finally forced to box up all of my Oiler paraphernalia a mail back to Oiler head office.
I know nothing about B.Sutters coaching abilities but if i have to watch that mopey face after every game, I'm going to stab something.
I cannot stand his television presence!
"To me it is apparent that Tambellini believes as of right now Renney is the best coach for the Oilers. That may change if another coach comes available...Tippet, Vigneult (sp?), Bylsma (dreaming I know), or somebody of that ilk. Last thing we want is Renney to be let go only for all superior coaches to be retained, leaving Tambellini to hire what he considers to be an inferior coach."
Why would Tambellini call up Omark (get him past the waiver issue) and Renny not play him. Seems like bad asset management and might be why Renny has to write up a report to be appraised by Tambellini.
I like how a coach's point percentage is usually brought up but never applied to a general manager.
To stay on topic, I don't blame for any of the teams woes on Renney so I don't see the need for change there.
Uneasy with Sutter, would rather have someone else, but if no one else is available, what do you do?…Sutter is an upgrade on Renney. Upgrades are good.
As much as I think tambellini is a doofus, this mess isn't on him. He (as far as we know) does not have a contract yet just like Renney. Hang this bungling on Kevin Lowe. There's plenty of incompetence and blame to go around.
How well do you think Yakupov and Sutter will get along? The answer, not at all. Better keep Renney, the players dont hate him.
I agree that we need a different coach too. and should wait to see who is going to be available. I think if the Oilers already know they have no plans on bringing Renney back, they should at have enough respect for him to tell him so he can explore his options. I wonder how the players would feel playing under Sutter, or if they could choose their next coach, who would get their nod. It seems that Sutter is being courted to be the next coach, and I can't help by wonder if anyone is being courted to be the next GM.
April 17 2012, 12:17PM
My coaching wishlist for the Oilers goes: 1) Dave Tippet 2) Joe Quenville 3) One more year of Tom Renney then moving Todd Nelson up to the big club to be the Coach the year after 4)Brent Sutter 5) who evers left 6) Tom Renney for more than one year
the reason I said Todd Nelson in one year instead of now is that way he can have one more year of familirarizing himself with the young farm hands that would follow him up in the years after his hiring (think like a Boudreau in WASH when he was first hired)
also i see next year as another year where growth and learning will still be emphasized more than winning, maybe to a lesser extent then previous years but still the bias towards learning over winning will be there IMO and Renney is a VERY good coach when it comes to teaching the young guys, his downfall is just that he's a horrible in-game tactition, thats why youd turf him as soon as your ready to compete
How many Sutters do we want anyway? These are the guys that ran the Flames into the ground. Why are the Oilers hiring former direct rivals? Hoping for trade secrets?
There was a time when the Oilers thought outside of the box, and innovated the game for the better. I'd like to see that type of fresh thinking again.
One idea would be to ice a team of the best players available, forgoing anyone to "soften up" opponents or be a deterrent. If the BPA's happen to be mean, all the better.
I also think interpersonal skills are going to be one of the most important qualities in any coach for the Oilers. He has to get them playing their best, but also maintain a good rapor so these guys actually want to stay - build "team". Keeping the quality players together is as important as anything if the rebuild is going anywhere. Really there are only a few systems teams use, lots of coaches have the technical abilities.
April 17 2012, 12:27PM
@Robin Brownlee
Any idea how close Tambellini and Vigneault are, Robin? I have the same opinion of his coaching abilities as you do and I think the Oilers would be crazy not to pursue him if he became available this summer.
April 17 2012, 12:46PM
Tencer tweeted today : Nail Yakupov's agent Igor Larionov says every team with a top draft pick has talked to he and/or Nail. Except for Edmonton. More to come...
how can the team that has been locked down to a sure top 3 pick for so long not have chatted with the player or agent yet? this plus murray to team canada where KLowe happens to be GM a tip off something is coming?
serenity now serenity now serenity now serenity now serenity now
Kevin Lowe should get behind the bench. He only spent one year as coach, but he had a winning record and finished second in the NW division.
April 17 2012, 01:02PM
Is anybody else's Reply function broken?
It's that kind of communication acumen that makes our GM the brilliant team builder he is. He probably thought he already had Yakupov under contract, which is why he proceeded never to bother talking to him. Ever. Even in passing.
April 17 2012, 01:07PM
I think Montreal would offer Vigneualt what ever he wanted to become coach or GM if he became available. He did a good job with the habs before but was inexplicably fired.
If the Oilers bring in Sutter it should be to replace Tambellini. BTW, does anyone know what a "president of hockey operations" does? Isn't the GM supposed to be the head of hockey ops?
It seems that Pat Laforge has been slowly demoted by Katz. First he was the CEO/team President, then President/COO. Now he is just referred to as COO and is basically an executive VP in charge of Business while Lowe is his counterpart in charge of Hockey. Both men report to Bob Black, who is the real CEO and reports to Katz.
It used to be that they called department managers, well, managers. Then in an ego-stroking move they started calling managers Vice presidents. Now it's "President of...."
Culture change is as important this off season as getting a pair of top 4 d-men.
Sutter as Head Coach and Hall as Captain might do that overnight.
Go back and watch Boys on the Bus...I remember one instance where Kevin Lowe is about to literally pull his hair out with his hands because he is so mad that they lost.
That my friends is "Oiler Hockey" a true hatred of losing EVER!
A Sutter/Hall combo is just what the doctor ordered for this piss poor group.
April 17 2012, 01:21PM
Just another strike against Tambellini in his handling of the Tom Renney situation.
I agree, but I think it goes beyond Tambo. It seems to be part of the culture now for management to leave personnel hanging until the last possible second when making decisions about their futures. I understand that business decisions can't be rushed, and these things take time, etc., but, man... I have been sorely disappointed, and really taken aback sometimes, at the lack of consistency shown in handling personnel matters in a respectful, timely manner. The Druglord is supposed to be such an epic business tycoon, yet a fundamental aspect of operating any business is that, if you value people, LET THEM KNOW. All I've seen the last five years or so from this regime is a lot of people from many different areas of the organization (fans, included) being taken for granted. Not cool.
As for Sutter... I dunno. He definitely seems to be able to squeeze every last bit of effort from his players, but I'm not too keen on the thought of him transplanting that coma-inducing Flames-style hockey here. If they hired him, I'd look on the bright side, and dwell on the positives, but I'm just not sold on the guy, and I'd just as soon let Renney try and take what he's started to the next level.
The Oilers will be criticized no matter what. This has been happening ever since Slats left. Lowe has been criticized for every move he made.
The first trade Lowe made; Hamrlik for Josh Green, Eric Brewer and something else. Fans wanted Lowe fired. Every trade Lowe made, fans wanted him fired. Every draft pick Lowe made, fans wanted him fired.
Same thing is now happening with Tambellini as he's not Slats.
The Oilers draft Hall but some fans wanted Seguin. Oilers drafted RNH but some fans wanted either Landeskog or Larsson.
Same thing with trades. Every trade the Oilers make, they'll be criticized for it.
Lowe and now Tambellini are being criticized 24/7. Scotty Bowmann could be coach and Ken Holland GM and fans will find something to critiicze the Oilers for.
They could finished 82-0 and fans will critiiczed them.
Lots of quality names being thrown around as possible replacements if Renney isn't retained.
Looks to me the best early bets for a short list are Sutter and Craig MacTavish (assuming the Canucks don't run Vigneault).
Alain, by the way, is a classy guy and a damn good coach who'd be in demand if he was fired.
Hey RB, do you think Vigneault would be a good fit in Montreal? For some I think if he gets bounced from Vancouver, MacT is going to get a promotion to the big leagues and Vigneault will get an interview in Montreal.
There is no way I'd prefer Sutter over Renney, I think Renney deserves another year at least to show us what he's got. It's not his fault the horses haven't been there for him, it wouldn't be good to fire him just before it looks like the roster is filling out!
It will also be interesting to see how far Todd Nelson can take the OKC Barons in the Calder Cup playoffs. I think that's going to factor into the equation as well.
April 17 2012, 01:31PM
If it looks like a duck, quacks like a duck and swims like a duck, then it's probably a duck. I would be stunned if he Oilers not only bring in Sutter, they also pass on Yakupov and make a dumb deal.
Quicksilver, Moneyshot (quick moneyshot?), whatever you're calling yourself these days: Smyth should stay . . . one year at a time with bonus-laden contracts.
Can bonuses be applied to a 35+ contract? IS their restrictions?
If it looks like a duck, quacks like a duck and swims like a duck, then it's probably a duck. I would be stunned if he Oilers not only bring in Sutter, they also pass on Yakupov and make a dumb deal.
Sutter I could live with. Passing on the Yak would make me angry unless it's through trading for a high pick plus an asset.
But I think you are right, let's keep our fingers crossed this is not the case.
April 17 2012, 01:36PM
Completely agreed!