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Sunday, July 24, 2011
Too Much Too Little Too Late
I am dedicating this song to President Sellapan Ramanathan in honour of his new-found determination.
Suddenly, he has woken up from his two terms of slumber. He has been in the news almost daily to show that he intends to leave the office that pays him millions annually on a high note.
In doing so, he has shown an unprecedented resolve to ensure that he does not go down in Singapore's history books as this country's most uninspiring and notoriously silent elected President, when compared to the legacies left by the late Presidents Wee Kim Wee and Ong Teng Cheong.
Yesterday, taking a page from at least one presidential contender Tan Cheng Bock, he was seen on television attending the World Cup qualifying match between Singapore and Malaysia.
To show that he is in the know about his position as defender of minority rights in this constitutional democracy, he has attended separate events for such communities in Singapore; one day he was launching a book on the origins of Indians and another day he was promoting the very unhealthy but tasty dish called 'briyani' at a mosque.
If that wasn't enough, he followed another example from presidential contenders Tan Kin Lian and Dr Tony Tan, to comment on matters that are in the realm of the Executive.
Addressing the Malay-Muslim community leadership, he expressed concern about divorces rates within the community. He has remarked, "The other day I went to see the foster mothers. The large number of Malay foster mothers looking after children. These are not orphans who have lost their parents. We should bring it down through education and counselling."
I have always respected the office of President. But last year, I found myself unable to respect the leadership of the current President. At the National Day Parade, the President, instead of walking shoulder to shoulder with the many men and women who dedicate their lives to our armed services, chose to depart from tradition and inspect the guard-of-honour from a motor vehicle. This was billed as the "first presidential drive past inspection on the Padang (using the SAF ceremonial Land Rover)". To me, however, it reflected a presidency disconnected or out of touch with the people of Singapore.
Compare this to a Singapore of yesteryear: the President of this country led the parade in his full suit, while the rain pelted the sacred grounds of Padang. The President stood there with his unbendable resolve to set an example for the many men and women at that parade. In that process, he inspired a whole generation of youths, one of whom would go on one day to be the Prime Minister of Singapore.
Some of my friends tell me I am being unduly harsh to the President as, taking into account his ripe age, he has achieved much. They say he was a very elderly man by the time he put himself for presidential elections, when he really could have chosen to stay away from the limelight and spend time with his many children. With the benefit of hindsight, he perhaps should have.
As a Singaporean, it only leaves me to wish him a retirement that is as remarkably silent as his presidency.
Dharmendra Yadav
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- Veronica said...
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- 2:16 pm
- Veronica said...
I think that you have been too kind and even respectful when taking into consideration the millions he pocketed and the nothing he did during his terms of presidency.
- 2:18 pm
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- 4:41 pm
Think you do this president a grave disservice. He has been very active, but without fanfare and overt publicity.
I have heard it said, in all seriousness, that his appointments in a day rival Ong Teng Cheong's appointments in a week. He is very generous with his time and all sorts of groups of persons seek him out for chitchats, events.
And by the way, this is the gentleman that offered himself as a hostage to secure the release of hostages during a ship hostage situation in the seventies.
- 6:42 pm
- TipTop said...
@the above poster. I hope you are really joking.
If his serious appointments are charity events or other events that involve him being there just to show face and shake some hands, then All PR managers must be REALLY REALLY important. I want a president not a nice-looking mascot. Well if he wants to be a mascot then be paid as a mascot AT THE VERY LEAST.
To compare him with the late Ong Teng Cheong is a great disservice to President Ong.
At least he bothered to try to address the issue of our national reserves something that is STILL unresolved. What did Nathan do other then be a mascot?
His past action however heroic does not excuse him from his actions or lack thereof during his Presidency.
Good riddance i say.
- 10:27 pm
Joke. Forthcoming Singapore book title.
"Defining Moments of My Singapore Presidency" by SR Nathan
Publisher says book has potential to qualify in the "thinnest book category" in the Guinness Book of World Records.
- 7:11 am
- Cynical Investor said...
Could it be that our MSM are publicising what he is doing nowadays, more than they did in the past?
- 8:02 am
- Koh said...
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- 3:17 pm
Nathan will always be fondly remembered as the president that wrote the book 'why am I here?'.
Clueless, silent, non-existent, useless. good riddance and a waste of tax payers money.
- 5:35 pm
anon 6.42
We do not pay $3-4m for a President to indulge in small talks and chit chats.
In his 12 years in office, has he ever,ever raise any issue with the Govt pertaining to the reserves or talk about the struggles of common citizens? Has he ever granted clemency to any single death row imate while every one of his predecessors did?
Good riddance finally!
- 2:16 am
- Koh said...
To be fair to him, he approved the use of $4 billion in the 2008 Financial Crisis which later the Govt. repaid. He also lobbied and championed a lot of charitable causes. Remember ours is a Parliamentary Democracy and his duties and powers are laid down very clearly in the Constitution.
- 8:25 pm
presidential powers are restricted in the constitution. im not too sure if a president can go "rogue" while remaining within the guidelines. if your problem is with the constitution, change that. dont beat up on the person in the role who does his best within those guidelines. it IS a big deal when the president goes to charity events, it IS a big deal when he sits and chats with people. the more you undermine the inherent value of the president, the less power we have to change the scope of the constitution.
my point simply is, dont write off the man. he's a good person, and he has done a lot within the boundaries of the constitutional provisions. he may not beat drums about it. i believe the man deserves some respect.
- 2:28 pm


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BY: Sarah McManus | May 22, 2014
When you think of Boston, you may not think of the fashion right away, but hidden in some of the hottest spots are some of the trendiest boutiques. When looking for unique designers and a style to call all your own, these are the destinations you want to start with. From distinctive decor to expert assistance, it is worth a trip to discover some of the hidden gems Boston has to offer. Union Park is simply beautiful and reminds it's residents of a chic, London haven. Tucked in the heart of the South End, a row of unique boutiques make up this street. If you're looking for a cute gift or sentimental card, Gracie Finn has exactly what you need. Trinkets, exquisite notecards, and small treasures fill this shop. They also carry the famous Aunt Sadie's candles that come in scents like Birthday Cake. Make sure to pop into Flock around the corner for a new outfit or some fabulous jewelry. Bringing a "West Coast" vibe to Boston, Flock features small and large designers you will not find elsewhere like Wildfox, Kim Nations, and Maison Scotch. If you're looking for a modern bohemian style, this boutique has so much to choose from. The dressing room's warm and eclectic feel might make you want to move in. Charles Street in Beacon Hill is so enchanting you may never leave. There is a boutique on every corner with each one as unique as the next. Moxie is every girls' paradise featuring the hottest shoes in town. Whether you are searching for the latest "it" wedge or a classic pump, Moxie holds the key. Bags and jewelry also adorn this shop in exciting colors and silhouettes. For those looking for a small beauty boutique experience, The Beauty Mark will fill your makeup kit with personalized looks that they create with you. Brands like DuWop, Julie Hewett, and RevitaLash are part of the boutique's best sellers. Pamper yourself with a manicure or their award winning eyelash extensions while you're there. The North End may be known for its cuisine but there are plenty of other attractions like Offincina 189. The concept is to create the ultimate Italian shopping experience bringing unique Italian made products right to their boutique. They sell everything from luxurious Italian handbags to BeSpoke bicycles. The idea is to merge the idea of a shop and a museum together. They encourage shoppers to explore and ask any questions while sipping espresso and enjoying the scene. Shake The Tree is truly an adorable, chic boutique featuring local jewelry, loads of designers, novelty for the home, and baby products. They also host monthly cocktail parties for local vendors with snacks from North End restaurants. If you're not even looking for something specific, you will not leave empty handed. Of course, there is Newbury Street, an attraction that brings thousands of tourists every month. With so many shops to choose from, these are two you can't walk by. Crush Boutique is any girl's dream featuring trendy designs from designers like Susana Monaco and Ella Moss. The staff here are like your very own personal stylists and a new outfit is a must before walking out of the Back Bay staple. The boutique offers closet cleansing and private shopping parties for clients as well. Don't forget to try on some of the distinctive jewelry they have! If you're looking for some high end vintage finds, stop at The Closet. The clothes are all gently worn with some fabulous prices. Think Chanel, YSL, and Diane Von Furstenberg. If you pride yourself on staying ahead of trends and keeping exclusive, this will become your new closet. There are also some major handbags adorning the walls and jewelry that will spice up any outfit. They also have a wonderful consignment program. Whether you're a Bostonian or just visiting, these are the spots you'll want to tour. Not only are the shops a sight to see but also the neighborhoods that house them.
BY: Sarah McManus
Lover of fishtail braids, connoisseur of jewelry, and social media maven who isn't afraid to rock a bold lip, Sarah McManus is a personal fashion stylist. More commonly known as BostonStylista, Sarah is the founder and creator of a fashion blog of the same name, offers styling tips and a unique peek into her fashionable South End lifestyle. Sarah is also a freelance fashion writer and has appeared as a style expert on NECN's StyleBoston and WHDH Channel 7 News. Her fashion tips have also appeared in Shape magazine, SheKnows, and Her Campus among other publications.


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Top drama Tuesday will be in Akron
Local election preview
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Voters in the Borough of Akron will have choices to make when they head to the polls in the General Election next week to elect members of council and a mayor.
Four-year seat council seat
Kay McElhenny is running as an Independent for the four-year council seat. However, that was not his original intention. He will face Incumbent Republicans Perry K. Lorah, Justin M. Gehman, Thomas Murray and Republican Earl Shirk on the ballot.
McElhenny was appointed in March to serve as an interim member of council, taking the place of resigned council member David Landis, who served since 2009.
The 77-year-old McElhenny said he will be on the council until the end of this year, leaving two years of Landis' term to serve. That seat, along with four other four-year seats on the council, are up for grabs this November.
McElhenny said he was left with one choice, to file a petition and become an Independent after being a Republican his entire life.
McElhenny said "I didn't grow little green horns when I changed over; I am still the guy who loves Akron to the fullest."
"I have lived my entire life in Akron," he said. "I raised my family in Akron and operated my business, McElhenny Homes Construction, in Akron."
"In 1967, I began serving Akron as a member of the Lions Club and have been active ever since," he said. "I received the Melvin Jones Award and three Lion of the Year awards."
As a Lions Club member, his accomplishments have included: designing most of the buildings in Roland Park and Broad Street Park; designing and building the first Lions Club fair stand. The stand is still there being used and has brought in hundreds of thousands of dollars, which are used elsewhere in Akron; and started Akron Day in the Park while president of the Lions Club.
"I have a long history of accomplishing many large and small projects for Akron," he said. "I love our town. Some people say I am Akron."
"I was appointed to fill eight months of a term" he said. "That term will end at the end of the year. Under law, I have to go on the ballot at the next election, so I filed a petition and here I am."
"I say that I am a Republican running as an Independent," he said.
Also running for the four-year terms are:
Perry K. Lorah, 50, is a graduate of Ephrata High School, Class of 1981. He is married to Beth (Martin).
"We were classmates in school," he said.
He is running for the four-year council seat.
"I have been employed with Hamilton Distributing company since 1983," he said, "and I am the office manager."
Lorah is active in church activities at Akron Grace EC Church.
"I am also a member of the Akron Lions Club since 1996," he said. "I am a past president of the club and hold the Melvin Jones Fellowship award."
"I am in my second term as borough councilman and currently the chairman of the streets," he said. "I also started the Akron Night at the Barnstormers and have been the chairman for the past seven years."
Why is he running again for council?
"I am a resident of Akron for 23 years," he said. "After 16 years I thought it was time to give some time back to this wonderful community. I was always interested in politics and public service and I decided to make it a part of my life."
Lorah is concerned about Akron.
"My first concern and a positive one is the coming together of the Rail Trail, " he said. "The public input we have had and the way all the surrounding municipalities are working together. I think it is just great."
Lorah's other concern is the limited growth in business and industry in the borough.
"Because of this, the borough is challenged each year in keeping the taxes down and people happy," he said. "I enjoy being a part of the problem solving."
Thomas Murray, 66, has been married to Kathie for 46 years. He is seeking the four-year seat. He currently serves as council president.
"We moved to Akron in 1974," he said. "I am currently employed by ConAgra Foods of Omaha, Neb."
He is a life member of the Akron Volunteer Fire Company.
"I ran with Ephrata Ambulance as an EMT for a number of years and was a volunteer paramedic with Ephrata Hospital for five-plus years," he said.
Murray said he has been an Akron Borough councilman for 20 years.
"It has been a wonderful experience," he said. "I enjoy giving back to the community that has given so much to me. I look forward to serving four more years."
Murray said the primary issue facing Akron is the aging of its infrastructure: Water, sanitary sewer, storm sewer and streets.
"Most of the infrastructure has been in use for 50-plus years and will require continued maintenance and upgrading," he said.
Earl Shirk was born in Berks County and moved to Lancaster County at the age of seven. He has lived in Akron for the last 22 years. He is seeking the four-year council seat.
He has been married to his wife, Nancy, for almost 37 years. They have one son, Josh, 24.
"I have been involved in real estate brokerage since 1983, and along with my partners formed Realty 1 in 1990 and have served as its president since its formation," he said. Shirk added that in 2011, Realty 1 acquired the local RE/MAX franchise and continues to do business as RE/MAX Associates of Lancaster, with offices in Lancaster, Ephrata, Willow Street and Elizabethtown.
In his spare time, Shirk enjoys contributing to community and charitable efforts and organizations. He has served on the Ephrata Community Hospital Board since 1997, chairing the board of Transforming Leaders International, and the board and executive committee of Horizon Initiatives until 2010.
"As part of these endeavors, I have had the privilege of helping in Honduras, Jamaica, Mexico, Russia and Kenya," he said.
Why is Shirk running for council?
"I am running for borough council because as a 20-plus year resident of the borough, I have come to enjoy the small town environment and felt it is time to give back to my home community," he said. "If the voters of Akron see fit to elect me to that position, I will do my best to insure the integrity and continued benefits derived from living in Akron."
Shirk said he does not think Akron faces any major issues at this time.
"Maintaining efficiency and financial integrity at the local level is essential to maintaining the continued viability of any organization and needs to be a priority for the council," he said.
Repeated calls to Gehman, who is also seeking the four-year seat, were not returned.
Two-year seat council seat
Daniel McCormac, a Republican, will face Democrat Marlyn Jefferson for the two-year seat.
McCormac, 43, is married and has four children. He has been a resident of Akron since 1998.
He has worked in the mortgage industry for 20 years and enjoys coaching Ephrata Youth Baseball. He is a member of the Knights of Columbus, OMPH Church and the OMPH Athletic Association
McCormac said he decided to run for the council after he was approached by the Republican Committee and told there was an opening available if he was interested.
"With all that is going on in the world today, I thought this was my time to put up or shut up for my local community," he said. "If you want a better world, it starts locally. I have no agenda, only the betterment of the town for its residents."
Regarding the biggest concerns facing Akron, McCormac has a few.
"My wife and I love Akron and that small town feel, that was why we chose this town when we moved here from Philadelphia," he said. "My concerns are property upkeep, especially from the landlords. However, my ears are open to listen to the Akron taxpayers voice."
Jefferson, 67, is a retired supervisor from the Dana Corporation and works part-time for Boyo Transportation. He is a graduate of Reading High School and lived in Ephrata for two years before coming to Akron in 2005. He is also a member of the Ephrata Masonic Lodge No. 665.
Jefferson ran in the spring primary as a Republican for the four-year seat but lost by a few votes.
Jefferson said he was approached by the Democratic Party and asked if he would switch parties and run for the two-year seat on that ticket.
"I said yes," he said.
Jefferson said he is running because he wants to give back.
"I want to serve," he said. "I'm retired and I have the time."
If elected, Jefferson said one issue he wants to take care of is the Rails to Trails project. Jefferson said he understand the delays, but that it's time to get moving on it.
"It needs to get done," he said. "A lot of people want it."
Mayor race
In the mayor race, Incumbent Republican John McBeth faces off against Independent Greg Fitzpatrick.
As previously reported, McBeth is in his fourth decade of public service to the town of Akron. He is currently running for his third term as the borough's mayor.
Although he spent his childhood in Elizabethtown, McBeth moved to Akron in 1965 and has lived there ever since. He established his printing business, McBeth Printing, in 1976, and says that his heart remains in the small, northeast Lancaster County borough.
"I've lived in the borough for over 47 years and owned my own business for 37 years," he said. "It's located in what used to be the Akron Public School near the traffic light at Main and 7th Street. You want to see a print shop, I'll show you what a working print shop looks like."
The Akron Borough code stipulates that the mayor oversee the town's police department. Other unofficial, but better known, duties involve representing the town at public and community events, and being a spokesperson for the press.
"It is expected that the mayor will be the face of the borough government and promoter of the community," he said in that article.
McBeth explained why he decided to run for mayor after serving 16 years on the council.
"(I) wanted to take on new and different challenges to serve the town of Akron.
Noting that it lacks the large industrial and commercial base of nearby Ephrata and Lititz, McBeth has worked to promote Akron by working with "various groups" that start the annual Shoe-In Celebration, which features a shoe dropping in the Broad Street Park on New Years' Eve. He also teamed up with councilman Perry Lorah to begin another annual tradition, "Akron Night At the Barnstormers," where borough residents attend a baseball game at Lancaster's Clipper Stadium every June.
One of the most visible ways that McBeth has improved the borough during his time as councilman and mayor, is expanding and improving the town's recreation facilities. While on council, he worked with the borough's Centennial Committee to revitalize and upgrade the Broad Street Park.
"Since that time, other improvements have been made to that park," he said. "These include a street hockey rink, pavilion, new playground equipment and the installation of modern restrooms."
This commitment to parks and recreation has continued into McBeth's time as mayor. In recent years, he has been a vocal advocate of constructing a rail trail along the defunct Reading Railroad line that crossed the northern portion of the borough and once connected Lititz and Ephrata; and of developing the town's newest park, Colonial Park, adjacent to this new trail.
"I have been active with the surrounding neighborhood in developing this park," he noted. "It was decided that it would be designed by neighbors, for neighbors. We did a survey to see what the surrounding community wanted to see in this park. To me, that was a very important concept."
McBeth said that he was pleased with these developments and promised to continue to work toward expanding and improving the borough's park system in his anticipated third term as mayor. He said that he does not foresee any major challenges for the borough in the near future.
"Over the years, Akron has developed into a bedroom community. We aren't known for our commerce or industry," he concluded. "My goal is to work with what we have and make Akron the best residential community in the county."
Fitzpatrick owns and operates a business in the borough and is a partner in three different real estate development corporations operating in the Commonwealth. He also sells life insurance.
He spent the majority of his life in the Annapolis, Md. area.
"We had a mid-life epiphany and decided we wanted to get into a slower paced environment, so we looked around for a bed and breakfast and my wife fell in love with the Boxwood Inn," he said. "We bought it 13 or 14 years ago."
Fitzpatrick also has a background in electronic engineering/telecommunications.
"I used that for a lot of my professional life in sales," he said. "The last time I worked for an organization was Samsung Electronics of America. When I separated from the company I was the national accounts sales manager."
He is also a member of the Knights of Columbus, the Lions Club of Akron and a Navy veteran. He has two stepchildren and five grandchildren.
Fitzpatrick said, if elected, he would like to see the council function more efficiently and less expensively.
"I am hesitant to get involved with personal property issues without the law behind it," he said.
"My job would be having the police department operating effectively and report that effectiveness to the council. By definition of the borough code that is where my job begins and ends."
He also wants to make it easier for the citizens to obtain information on the activities of the council. He said the minutes are now posted on the website.
"That was an idea I had prior to being elected," he said. "I talked to a council member about that."
Fitzpatrick. who was a registered Republican, is running as an Independent in the General Election, after his petition in the primary was going to be challenged.
Fitzpatrick decided to voluntarily withdraw the petition.
He then submitted a new affidavit with signatures as an Independent.
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That's one way to get someone out of your hair!
After two years of forgoing haircuts, John Mayer debuted a new, shorter 'do in Los Angeles on Saturday. He called on celebrity hairstylist Sally Hershberger for the new look.
"I was was thinking the night before that I wanted to cut his hair off, and when John came into the salon that is exactly what he wanted to do without me saying a word," Hershberger tells HauteLiving.com.
Mayer's hair has seen many iterations in recent years, from long and curly and super sleek to '80s inspired and totally buzzed.
This time around, the Grammy award-winning rocker — who has sported a similar style in the past — cut his hair days after he split from Katy Perry.
Could this have been a post-breakup chop? It's not likely. "There isn't any emotional baggage with them," a source tells PEOPLE. "They may go out again, even, just as friends." What do you think of Mayer's new look? Vote in our poll below!
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JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (May 26, 2012) – U.S. Men's National Team forward Landon Donovan scored three goals and set a new record for career starts as the USA defeated Scotland 5-1 in front of 44,438 at EverBank Field. The boisterous crowd set a record for attendance at a U.S. MNT friendly in the southeast region.
Donovan netted his third career hat trick while collecting yet another National Team record, making his 125th career start and surpassing the previous record of 124 held by Jeff Agoos.
Donovan also added an assist, while Jermaine Jones had a goal and two assists and Michael Bradley delivered a spectacular goal from 25 yards out and collected an assist of his own on Donovan's third goal.
The U.S. is in the midst of a five-game stretch in 18 days in what head coach Jurgen Klinsmann has approached as a 'five-game' tournament with 2014 FIFA World Cup qualifying on the horizon. The U.S. next faces five-time FIFA World Cup champion Brazil on Wed., May 30 at 8 p.m. ET at FedExField in Landover, Md. The match will be televised live on ESPN2, ESPN3 and TeleFutura, and fans can follow the match live on ussoccer.com's MatchTracker and via Twitter @ussoccer.
Tickets for USA-Brazil are still on sale at ussoccer.com, by phone at 1-800-745-3000 and at all Ticketmaster ticket centers throughout the Jacksonville area (including many Walmart stores). Groups of 20 or more can obtain an order form at ussoccer.com or call 312-528-1290.
"We are very pleased with the performance tonight," said Klinsmann. "I think tonight you saw many elements of what we're always talking about, what we're trying step by step to develop. It's a fast-paced game, it has tempo in it. It has one-two touch combinations through our midfielders as fast as possible finding the forwards up there, having pace, build up from the back, no long balls. All those elements I think we saw a lot today. I think we set the tone and the team kept their rhythm throughout the entire game. We kept the tempo going, the energy was high. We saw wonderful goals. For a coach, that's obviously fun to watch, no doubt about it."
The USA has won five straight matches dating back to last year's 3-2 victory against Slovenia on Nov. 15 in Ljubljana, and has an unblemished 4-0-0 record in 2012. The 1998 squad is the only other team in U.S. history to open the year with four wins in its first four games, starting 4-0-0 with victories against Sweden, Cuba, Costa Rica and Brazil.
The five goals scored on Saturday were the most since the USA's 6-1 victory against Cuba in World Cup qualifying on Oct. 11, 2008, in Washington, D.C.
Scotland was shaky in the opening minutes and the USA pounced on the moment as Donovan tallied a goal off his own rebound in the third minute to give the U.S. a lead they would never relinquish. The U.S. worked the ball left to right with quick-touch passing from Jose Torres to Bradley, who delivered a precision ball to Jones just above the box. Jones saw Donovan to his right just before Scotland's defense converged, the forward making a quick spin move to create his initial shot, which was jointly saved by Scotland goalkeeper Allan McGregor and defender Andy Webster. The rebound fell back to Donovan, and he rifled the ball just underneath the crossbar.
Bradley had the most impressive strike of the night, tallying the game-winner with a slicing right-footed laser from 25 yards out that swerved to find the upper right corner and give the U.S. a 2-0 cushion in the 11th minute. Bradley got the timing just right in nailing a half volley off a bouncing layoff from Jermaine Jones in the middle and a stretched-out McGregor made a game effort with no real hope of making the save.
The USA's surging start was halted by an own goal in the 15th minute. Scotland defender Charlie Mulgrew crossed the ball in from the right side to captain Kenny Miller, who headed the ball at the top of the six-yard box back across the goal. The ball bounced off of U.S. center back Geoff Cameron's body and rolled into the net to cut the USA's lead to 2-1.
That proved merely to be a hiccup for the U.S. as the team continued to attack, possess and counter to keep Scotland's defense busy all night.
Donovan hit the right post in the 50th minute with a rolling left-footed shot across his body after Torres set him up with a slick back heel pass. Donovan dribbled into the penalty area, but his guiding shot was just off the mark.
Donovan's penchant for goal was consistent all game and he came through with his second goal in the 60th minute, this time off an assist from Jermaine Jones. Jones split a couple of Scotland defenders, his cross from the right corner of the pitch finding Donovan wide open in the box, and he calmly placed a shot in the left side of the goal for a 3-1 lead.
Five minutes later, Donovan notched his third goal and the 49th of his career with Bradley providing the set up. Scotland's back four tried to push up to get Donovan in an offside position, but Bradley's precision pass combined with the striker's perfectly-timed run created the open window for Donovan to complete the hat trick.
Jones capped off the scoring with his second international goal, adjusting to a Donovan cross and heading the ball just inside the right post in the 70th minute for the USA's fifth of the night.
With the win, the USA improves to 6-4-1 under Klinsmann. U.S. opponents also have yet to directly score a goal this year. The USA opened the year with consecutive1-0 shutouts victories against Venezuela (Jan. 21), Panama (Jan. 25) and Italy (Feb. 29).
The U.S. improved to 2-3-2 all-time against Scotland. The USA's other victory was a 2-1 win on May 26, 1996, in New Britain, Conn.
Additional Match Notes:
- The U.S. debuted its new red-and-white-striped Nike jerseys on Saturday.
- Joe Corona made his U.S. MNT debut as a 68th-minute substitution for Jose Torres. Corona is a Development Academy product, and he had a hat trick for the U.S. U-23 Men's National Team's in the 2012 CONCACAF Olympic Qualifying tournament.
- Brad Guzan earned his 20th cap, coming on as a sub for Tim Howard in the 71st minute. It was Guzan's first cap since the USA's 1-0 victory against South Africa on Nov. 17, 2010, in the Nelson Mandela Challenge.
- Geoff Cameron started with Carlos Bocanegra, earning his third start this year and his fourth career cap for the U.S. MNT.
- Jozy Altidore, who was named to Jurgen Klinsmann's 23-man travel roster, will join the team Monday with the hopes to get the call to play against Brazil on Wednesday.
- Clint Dempsey, coming off his 23-goal campaign with Fulham that included his 50th career English Premier League goal, is recovering from a groin injury and was unavailable for Saturday's match against Scotland.
-- U.S. Men's National Team Game Report --
Match: USA vs. Scotland
Date: May 26, 2012
Competition: International Friendly
Venue: EverBank Field – Jacksonville, Fla.
Kickoff: 8 p.m. ET
Attendance: 44,438
Weather: 82 degrees; scattered clouds
Scoring Summary: 1 2 F
Scotland 1 0 1
USA - Landon Donovan 3rd minute
USA - Michael Bradley (Jermaine Jones) 11
SCO - own goal (Geoff Cameron) 15
USA - Landon Donovan (Jermaine Jones) 60
USA - Landon Donovan (Michael Bradley) 65
USA - Jermaine Jones (Landon Donovan) 70
USA: 1-Tim Howard (12-Brad Guzan, 71); 6-Steve Cherundolo, 20-Geoff Cameron, 3-Carlos Bocanegra (capt.) (5-Oguchi Onyewu, 63), 23-Fabian Johnson (15-Edgar Castillo, 73); 7-Maurice Edu (14-Kyle Beckerman, 64), 4-Michael Bradley, 13-Jermaine Jones; 10-Landon Donovan, 18-Terrence Boyd (9-Herculez Gomez, 64), 16-Jose Torres (11-Joe Corona, 68)
Subs not used: 19-Chris Wondolowski
Head Coach: Jurgen Klinsmann
SCO: 1-Allan McGregor; 2-Phil Bardsley (14-Russell Martin, 59), 3-Charlie Mulgrew (17-Lee Wallace, 68), 4-Andy Webster (15-Christophe Berra, 82), 5-Gary Caldwell, 6-James McArthur (16-Steven Whittaker, 59), 7-Matt Phillips, 8-Scott Brown, 9-Kenny Miller, 10-Barry Bannan (18-Don Cowie, 51), 11-Shaun Maloney (20-Craig Mackail-Smith, 83)
Subs not used: 12-Craig Gordon, 13-Johnny Russell,19-Craig Bryson, 21-Matt Gilks
Head coach: Craig Levein
Stats Summary: USA / SCO
Shots: 14 / 4
Shots on Goal: 7 / 0
Saves: 0 / 2
Corner Kicks: 3 / 0
Fouls: 6 / 9
Offside: 0 / 1
Misconduct Summary:
USA – Carlos Bocanegra (caution) 28th minute
Referee: Elmer Bonilla (SLV)
Assistant Referee 1: William Torres (SLV)
Assistant Referee 2: Douglas Bermudez (SLV)
Fourth Official: Terry Vaughn (USA)
Budweiser Man of the Match: Landon Donovan


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