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|In between the radio show, "The Adventures of Ozzie and Harriet," and the TV series came this feature film. Ad man Ozzie is trying to develop a campaign for a women's wear company while the town's centennial celebration is causing problems on the homefront. Seems Harriet's houseguest for the festivities is Rock Hudson!
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Sukkos 5759 - '98
Outline Vol. 2, # 48
Chodshei Hashanah Vol. 2, Part 31
The festival of Sukkos follows the Yomim Nora'im (Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur). For seven days, Jews live in temporary dwellings. The four species (Lulav, esrog, hadasim and aravos) are waved. It is a time of great rejoicing, followed by Shmini Atzeres and Simchas Torah (which is a separate, ninth day, outside of Eretz Yisrael).
Since there are already several holidays at this time of year, why does Sukkos come during the same month?
1. Complete happiness only comes when people are free from guilt. The culmination of the simchah of Torah thus follows Yom Kippur, when Israel is reconciled to Hashem. Consequently, great periods of rejoicing occurred at this time, such as the building of the Beis Hamikdash (in Jerusalem) and the Mishkan (in the desert). These, in turn, correspond to the return of the Ananei Hakavod (the clouds of protection) -- indicative of divine supervision -- which occurred at this time. (Alshich, Vilna Gaon, Pachad Yitzchak)
2. Rabbenu Sadya Gaon considered the last days of the Sukkos holiday the conclusion of the Yomim Nora'im -- Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur. Indeed, the Mishnah in Rosh Hashanah states that judgment concerning water is determined at Sukkos, and the Talmud says that the four species are a tool used in praying for water.
Water is an analogy for blessings that descend from above. The Simchas Beis Hasho'eiva (rejoicing over the water-pouring on the altar) was actually a show of simchah for the Ruach Hakodesh or holy spirit, which would descend on the prophets at this time. (Bnei Yisaschar)
3. There is an opinion that the Sukkah represents the temporary structures that the Jews constructed in the desert. According to this view, the structures were made at this time of year, to protect from the cold. (Ramban).
Although all the commentaries conclude in accordance with the view that the Sukkah represents the clouds, the Chaye Adom said that both views were compatible. Divre Yoel and Leket Shoshanim, in our generation, provided explanations of this.
The tribe of Dan were excluded from the protection of the clouds, so they had to make their own huts. Any particular individual today would not know if he would merit the clouds' defense, so we recall both the clouds and the huts. (See Leket Shoshanim 40-41.)
The Divre Yoel (Mo'adim, Part 2, 7-8) showed how the Jews left the protection of the clouds at certain times. They must have built their own protective coverings then. If so, both opinions agree that there were both protective clouds and huts. Their debate is only in regard to the main purpose for the mitzva of the Sukkah -- to remind us of the clouds, or to remind us of the huts. (There is a legal difference between them: the types of materials which can be used to cover the Sukkah [called the "skach"].)
The dual aspect of the Sukkah -- reminding us of both the booths made by people, and the protection from above, are similar to the two types of occurrence that happened at this time of year: The physical construction of the Beis Hamikdash and the Mishkan, and the granting from above of the divine protection of Hashem's cloud and the spirit of prophecy.
4. Further, there is a aspect of atonement. The Medrash indicates that there is a cleansing element of Sukkos. "Why are Sukkos built after Yom Kippur? Perhaps he was found guilty and deserving of exile." Therefore, we leave the comfort of our houses and go into a voluntary state of exile. (See Elya Raba)
5. The first day of Sukkos is the first day of accounting towards next year's judgment. (Medrash Tanchuma, Emor, 22; also see Kli Yakar to parshas Vayeilech re: Hakheil.)
How can we reconcile the diverse aspects of Sukkos -- the joy with the judgment, accounting and hardship of the exile?
It is clear from the above descriptions, that Sukkos is a time of closeness and favor. Corresponding to such closeness, is a time of scrutiny. Once elevated to a lofty position, a person should be even more concerned about his conduct and character. He should see his position as a responsibility; his duty as an exile from his comforts. He should rejoice in fulfilling his purpose, and see any accumulated benefits as tools designed to aid the fulfillment of this role.
The temporary structure of the Sukkah reminds us to keep our perspective in dedicating the temporary world to the lasting goals of the spirit.
Rabbi Yaakov Bernstein
11 Kiryas Radin
Spring Valley, NY 10977
Phone: (914) 362-5156
E-mail: [email protected]
Good Shabbos!
Text Copyright © '98 Rabbi Yaakov Bernstein and Project Genesis, Inc.
Copyright © '98 Project Genesis, Inc.


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The primary goal for Emergency Management is to identify areas of vulnerability to the community, to prepare for all disasters whether natural or manmade, to coordinate the response of a wide range of agencies and assist in the recovery phase. A secondary goal is to ensure the Town of Reading is in compliance with all Federal and State requirements to enable the community to remain eligible to receive reimbursement for Federal and State disaster declarations. In 2013 the Town of Reading received a total of $155,832.69 in reimbursement for eligible costs incurred in responding to the February 8-9, 2013 blizzard.
Emergency Management is an active component of the Department. Housed within Reading's Emergency Management system are three components, Emergency Management, the Local Emergency Planning Committee and the North East Homeland Security Region (NERAC). NERAC is one of the 5 Massachusetts homeland security regions created by the Executive Office of Public Safety.
Federal and State legislation requires every community in the country to have a Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC). The LEPC identifies areas where the population is most at risk from a hazardous materials release, facilities and transportation routes that contain hazardous materials and resources that would be used to mitigate an incident.
To pool resources the Town of Reading has joined with other communities and formed the Mystic Regional Emergency Planning Committee. The Mystic Regional Emergency Planning Committee has grown to nineteen member communities and is designed to facilitate the sharing of resources in the event of an emergency. The Mystic Regional Emergency Planning Committee has achieved Full Certification Status by the Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency.
The Reading Fire Department has developed a Hazardous Materials Emergency Plan to meet both Federal and State statutory planning requirements. For the Town of Reading the Fire Chief is the Local Emergency Planning Committee Chairman.
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Willy Simons Jr. Benefit Ride
Willy Simons Jr. (Lil Wil) was involved in a serious crash at the 29 Palms Big 6 Grand Prix race which resulted in serious neck and back injuries. He has since had surgery to correct his injuries and is now on his way back to a lengthy recovery. In order to help raise his spirits and help offset his medical expenses, The Racers Edge/TREMX.com,. O'Neal USA, Eks Brand Goggles, Al Holley Racing, Moto-Gate.com, Dirt Digits and many others will be having a Ride Day, Raffle, and barbeque at Piru Motocross Park on Monday, April 23rd from 12pm to 5pm.
Special thanks to Kevin at Piru Motorcross for hosting the event! We have created a Facebook page so you can send a note to Willy and keep up to date on the Ride Day. We will also post raffle items on the page as they are donated. Click here to view the Facebook page.


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This soup will help put a little meat on your bones. We wanted to know what would happen if we replicated the awesomeness that is cheese fondue, but as a soup. This is what we got.
We topped our soup with crumbled pretzels because we like the contrast between the rich and creamy soup and the salty, crunchy pretzels. But croutons — especially homemade and just lightly crunchy — also would be a delicious way to top this soup. Crushed corn tortilla chips would be great, too.
Start to finish: 45 minutes
Servings: 6
4 ounces bacon, diced
1 medium yellow onion, diced
1 medium leek, white part only, diced
2 medium carrots, diced
2 stalks celery, diced
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
12-ounce bottle ale
Pinch of cayenne
1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
1 cup milk
1 pound very sharp cheddar, grated
Salt and ground black pepper
1 cup broken pretzels
In a large deep pot, such as a Dutch oven, cook the bacon over medium heat until crispy and browned, about 6 to 8 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the bacon to a paper towel, leaving the drippings in the pot.
Add the onion, leek, carrots and celery to the pot. Increase heat to medium-high and saute the vegetables until browned, about 10 minutes. Add the flour and stir to coat the vegetables. Stir in the Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, ale and cayenne. Stir continuously while returning to a simmer.
Add the chicken broth and milk and mix well. Return to a simmer, then cover and lower the heat to medium. Cook until the vegetables are tender, about 15 minutes.
Working in batches, transfer the mixture to a blender and puree until smooth. Return the soup to the pot over low heat, then stir in the cheese, a little at a time. Do not allow the soup to boil. Season with salt and black pepper. Ladle into crocks or bowls and serve topped with broken pretzels.
Nutrition information per serving: 500 calories; 300 calories from fat (60 per cent of total calories); 34 g fat (17 g saturated; 0 g trans fats); 95 mg cholesterol; 24 g carbohydrate; 2 g fiber; 6 g sugar; 25 g protein; 940 mg sodium.


text: Compiling this year's list of the best viral videos proved a slightly more difficult task than just finding cute kittehs and epic fails. In 2011, it seemed, viral videos weren't just watched as a fun distraction from the more somber daily news — they were the news. From uprisings in Egypt to the end of "Don't Ask, Don't Tell," online video did about as much to inform us about what was happening outside our cubicles as anything. For example, anyone could read any of a dozen news stories about Occupy protests popping up around the country (and around the world), but do those reports spark the same reaction as watching Lt. John Pike pepper-spray students on the campus of the University of California at Davis? Did anything symbolize the relief of LGBT servicemen and women at the end of "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" more completely than Air Force airman Randy Phillips finally showing his face on YouTube? Most likely not. That's not to say all of this year's newsy viral videos were quite so heavy. This was also the year that Marines started asking out movie stars on YouTube. To honor the less-quirky-but-very-relevant viral videos of 2011, Wired.com put together a shortlist of some of the best. Check them out in the gallery above and let us know your favorites (and which ones we missed) in the comments below. Above: Asmaa Mahfouz's Revolutionary Vlog Youth revolutionaries had been creating a stir in Egypt for quite some time before Asmaa Mahfouz posted a vlog to her Facebook calling for the citizens of her country to demand their rights and protest the regime of Hosni Mubarak. But something about what she said caught fire, and now she's credited with having sparked the protests that erupted in Cairo in January of this year. "If you have honor and dignity as a man, come and protect me, and other girls in the protest," she said in the video. "If you stay home, you deserve what's being done to you, and you will be guilty before your nation and your people. Go down to the street, send SMSes, post it on the internet, make people aware." Already a member of the April 6 Youth Movement, Mahfouz was just one person in front of a camera, but her call was heard around the world.'Marine in Afghanistan asks Mila Kunis to the 3/2 Marine Corps Ball' Stationed in Afghanistan, Sgt. Scott Moore knew exactly who he wanted to take to the Marine Corps Ball in Greenville, North Carolina — so he made a YouTube video to ask her out. Funny thing was, he wanted to ask starlet Mila Kunis. It seemed like a longshot, but after the video went viral, she accepted. Then she kept her word. The video led to another Marine asking out Kunis' Friends With Benefits co-star Justin Timberlake. The singer/actor, not one to be outdone, also graciously accepted his invitation, and called his date, Cpl. Kelsey De Santis, "my hero."'Police pepper spraying and arresting students at UC Davis' Countless videos have gone viral since Occupy Wall Street began, but few have risen to such internet infamy as the clip of Lt. John Pike pepper-spraying protesters on the campus of the University of California at Davis. The video has more than 2 million views and Pike has become an internet meme, with his pepper-spraying image getting Photoshopped into major works of art and everything else under the sun.'Telling my dad that I am gay — LIVE' In the weeks leading up to the repeal of the military's "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" policy, Air Force airman Randy Phillips posted a series of videos to YouTube under the moniker "AreYouSuprised." But he never showed his face, promising to reveal himself when it was safe for him to do so. In September, when the policy that prohibited gays and lesbians from serving openly in the military was lifted, he showed his face. Then he called home and said, "Dad, I'm gay." The video got picked up by tons of news outlets and has since been seen more than 5 million times. It was an "it gets better" video without being an It Gets Better video.Moammar Gadhafi Death Videos (Warning: Graphic Content) Protests and political unrest (to say the least) rocked Libya for almost all of 2011. Then, in October, Libyan leader Moammar Gadhafi was captured and killed by revolutionaries. Videos of the incident surfaced all over the internet, many of which found their way onto television news. The clips were grainy and confusing, but also fascinating. Who would've thought 20 years ago that the death of a dictator would be captured on (presumably) a cellphone and broadcast on YouTube?


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Day 12 of the Beer Advent was the first Amber beer out of Hood River, Oregon.
I have never heard of the Full Sail Brewing company but they make a damn fine Amber ale. This is actually the flagship beer of the Full Sail brewing company and I can see why. This had a great color and flavor to it. It actually is brewed with Chocolate hops and that hint is there when you drink it. I am hoping for more samples from Full Sail because if they do other beers with the same quality as their amber, I am sure to be pleased.
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Wire Basin Rack for the Rohl RC2418 Kitchen Sinks Rohl kitchen accessories are vital to keeping your kitchen working smoothly and promoting a healthy environment. And paired up with Rohl kitchen sinks and kitchen faucets, these kitchen accessories become more than just fixtures that complete the space. They're designed to complement the existing faucets and fixtures and become additions to its overall décor and look. Rohl's kitchen accessories include air gaps, basket strainers, and cutting boards, as well as disposer flanges, soap dispensers, and wire rinse baskets. Rohl WSG2418 Features: All stainless steel construction Specially designed to fit: Rohl RC2418 Shaws kitchen sink Plastic feet included to protect sink bottom If undermount, sink bowl must be completely exposed for grid to fit properly One year warranty on manufacturer defects Manufactured in New Zealand, Western Europe, and/or North AmericaAbout Rohl: Excellence, durability, and beauty. Family values, integrity, and innovation. These are all terms which aptly describe Rohl and its remarkable selection of kitchen and bathroom faucets and fixtures. Since 1983, Rohl has maintained a commitment to providing high-quality plumbing products for residential and commercial applications, while assuring these fixtures would make a difference in the overall décor in the living space. With a dedication to excellence throughout the home, Rohl has been satisfying homes, schools, hospitality venues, and restaurants all around the world. Rohl specializes in providing timeless designs for every type of theme, including traditional, transitional, and modern. When Rohl suggests its products reflect the feel of a certain area outside the United States, it's more than just that. Rohl products are authentically crafted in towns in New Zealand, Western Europe, and North America .
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WASHINGTON – Established in Miranda v. Arizona 47 years ago, the you-have-the-right-to-remain-silent litany has "become part of our national culture," as the Supreme Court noted in a 2000 ruling that reaffirmed Miranda.
My favorite example: In the 1987 film "Robocop," the eponymous cyborg hero grabs a murderer by the lapels, growls, "You have the right to an attorney" — and hurls the creep through a plate-glass window.
Today, the issue is how, or whether, to apply Miranda to Dzhokhar Tsarnaev, the surviving suspect in the Boston Marathon bombing. The Obama administration advocates a "public safety" exception that would permit the interrogation of terror suspects for a while before "Mirandizing" them and allow the government to introduce the resulting information at trial.
That puts the administration between some Republican senators who want to dispense with Miranda and designate Tsarnaev an "enemy combatant," and civil libertarians who fret that the public-safety exception could set a precedent that ends up nullifying Miranda.
None of these positions is entirely satisfactory. Neither is the Miranda doctrine itself — not anymore. Its fault lines were evident well before 9/11 spawned terrorism-related dilemmas.
There were powerful reasons for the court's original 5 to 4 ruling. In 1966, police around the country, especially in the South, notoriously coerced confessions, especially from minority suspects.
The court knew this from cases such as Brown v. Mississippi (1936), in which several black men from a small town were whipped with leather straps until they confessed to a white man's murder. Those who cheered Robocop had to be ignorant of this history — or so one hopes.
Before Miranda, the only remedy was after-the-fact court review of "the totality of circumstances" surrounding each confession. Miranda worked preventively, defining legitimate interrogation and enforcing that standard through the "exclusionary rule," which forbids the use of unlawfully procured statements at trial.
To a great extent, it succeeded. For all their grumbling, law enforcement officials today acknowledge that Miranda may help them by standardizing legally admissible confessions — and enhancing public confidence in the police.
Still, Miranda complicated policing through litigation and the risk of going to trial. The warnings probably underprotect innocent defendants and overprotect guilty ones — the latter are often career crooks who know to "lawyer up."
Miranda did not save the "Central Park Five," teens who, as a recent Ken Burns documentary showed, confessed falsely to a horrific rape even after New York detectives read them their rights.
Miranda seems an especially awkward fit for the Tsarnaev case. The public interest in pumping him for intelligence is high — to detect bombs elsewhere, to unravel a conspiracy and so on. Insisting on reading him his rights immediately anyway seems formalistic, to say the least.
Meanwhile, the government has little incentive to Mirandize Tsarnaev at all, given that the evidence against him seems overwhelming even without a confession.
In this case, the Obama administration's public-safety exception seems like a legalistic attempt to preserve the admissibility of evidence it might not even need.
Yet invoking it may enshrine an exception far more expansive than the one created by the 1984 Supreme Court case upon which the administration's legal theory rests. In that case, the interrogation consisted of immediately asking a hurriedly arrested rape suspect, "Where's the gun?"
Maybe someday the Supreme Court will sort it all out, just as it has attempted to fit a host of other unforeseen applications into the Miranda paradigm over the years.
Wouldn't it be better to achieve the necessary and legitimate purposes of Miranda through more efficient means?
One alternative made possible by evolving technology would be to require video recording of all in-custody police questioning — to deter abuses and to let juries decide if a confession was voluntary.
Updating Miranda won't be easy, since the Supreme Court already revisited its basic validity in 2000.
However, Chief Justice Earl Warren's opinion in Miranda noted that "it is impossible … to foresee the potential alternatives for protecting the privilege which might be devised by Congress or the States." Warren disavowed an intent to "straitjacket" federal and state lawmakers.
Yes, Miranda warnings are part of our national culture. But today that culture includes technological capabilities and terrorist threats that the Supreme Court of 1966, or even 2000, could not foresee.
Charles Lane is a member of The Washington Post's editorial board.


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Hi Everyone!
Well, here goes another Poll that is now on the right sidebar of the blog right at the top of the blog homepage.
I am just asking for a simple response to a very basic question.
"Are You Actively Collaborating With Other Researchers On Some Common Family History Research" Yes or No
Simple, direct and to the point.
Researching "solo" had been the traditional method of research for many years probably because the technology that facilitated ease of communication did not exist. Research of the 1980's and earlier meant a lot of dedicated time to making calls, writing letters, visiting libraries and archives. Cousins you knew of may have lived far from you and even communicating by phone at that time meant incurring "long distance" charges on your phone bill! So you just did not readily have the ability to inexpensively communicate.
Then the Internet was born for general users in the early 1990s. WOW! An explosion of communicating was soon to take place, firstly by using e-mail. If you had a computer and a cousin had a computer you could now bypass the post office and share information. You could even add "cc" recipients or multiple direct recipients. No longer were you going to incur postage charges, paper charges or envelope charges to connect with cousins.
Social Media was born. Facebook. Twitter. YouTube. Skype.
Our relatives and potential "collaborators" are now right at our fingertips, whether they live next door to you or half way around the world. You can connect instantly through technology.
You can now feel more connected to "family" than ever before. The more family members engage on solving family history problems, the more can be discovered and the more old problems can be put to rest in terms of research!
Have you connected with a "cousin"? Are two of you or three of you or ten of you now working together to expand your family history research exponentially?
Take a look at the new Poll. Consider providing a reply.
Let's see how active this poll can be.
The more the merrier!
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A collection of old Apogee classic games, updated to April 2009, most of the games require DosBox to run. DosBox runs under windows, linux, macintosh and other operating systems.
packs.zip - Adventure Fun Pack
acfreew.zip - v1.2 Alien Carnage
aa_freew.zip - v2.0 Artic Adeventure
tit_free.zip - v1.0 with source code Beyond the Titanic
titanic.zip - Beyond the Titanic (old release)
bmfreew.zip - v1.1 Bio Menace
thor.zip - v1.0 Caves of Thor
da_freew.zip - v1.0 Dark Ages
krozfree.zip - (with source code) Kroz
strykerfw.zip - v1.4 Major Stryker
marsfree.zip - Monuments of Mars
tombfree.zip - v1.0 Pharaoh's Tomb
packs.zip - v1.0 Puzzle Fun-Pak
stargunnerfreeware.exe - v1.1 StarGunner
snova_fw.zip - v1.0 with source code SuperNova
trivwhiz.zip - v1.0 Trivia Whiz
wolf3dsu.zip - Freeware release of WolfStein 3D Super Upgrades addon for full version
ww_freew.zip - v1.0 with source code World Whiz
xenofree.zip - v1.1 Xenophage: Alien Bloodsport
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Orn is a game demo for the GBA, It can be played on an emulator or on the real Game Boy Advance.
The main theme of Orn is include in the zip as an mp3.
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Sheeparoids is a slightly new take on asteroids. The game was just written as a little showoff title to test an idea for alpha shadows. There is a little bit of strategy added to the game, hit three sheeparoids of the same size in a row to increase the score multiplier.
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"I still don't know exactly who I am," wrote Gordon Parks about his multiple creative identities. "I've disappeared into myself so many different ways that I don't know who me is." Of course he knew exactly who he was. He defied categorization and was a boundary-busting, barrier-breaking, beacon. If ever there was the perfect recipient for a Photographer's Award in Gordon Park's name, on a night when creativity is the theme, it is Karl Lagerfeld - the man who wears more hats, or fascinators, than they just had at Kate and William's wedding.Here's an abridged list of some of the ways that Lagerfeld gets more out of a day (and often it's the night too) than anyone I know. Creative director and resident genius fashion designer, at Chanel for 29 years, Fendi for more than 40 years - a world record - and Lagerfeld, the house that bares his name. Artist who sketches with the natural ease of a true talent. Author who writes with the knowledge of the world's libraries. Publisher who helps keep alive the art of book making. Filmmaker, who is creating the glamorous version of a Cassavetes-like atmosphere by casting his friends and chosen family. Actor-ex-Warhol superstar and current leading man in the many Lagerfeld documentaries that are popping up. Wit - who is every interviewer and writer's dream, he is so quotable, and deliciously wicked. Collector, who has an eye for design that is as sharp as they come. Interior designer - who makes most of the professionals look like sheep. Letter writer - who would have impressed even Elizabeth Bishop, one of his favorite authors. Advertising's go-to secret weapon - one who shoots the campaigns for not just his own houses, like Chanel and Fendi, but the competition too, and he also gets a Warholian kick out of creating an aura for all things popular - from Coca-Cola to ice-cream. Tired yet? Karl's not. He'd modestly say he's just getting started. And if you congratulate him on any of it, he'd answer, "But that doesn't make the next one."Which leads to his bond with photography. It is his lighthouse - he always goes back to it, whether it's architecture, landscapes, portraiture, fashion, still life, etc. When other fashion designers are kicking back after a days work, a show, or a long season, Karl is almost always off doing a photo-shoot, for an underground magazine, or a powerful glossy, or a campaign, or a personal project he has assigned to himself. We became friends over our mutual obsession with photography. He had looked at every photography book that had ever been printed and still does.
Our first conversations were a long time ago - when Karl had just begun to pick up the camera for real. What was striking about his first pictures was that they had an instant sense of weight, probably from all the looking at photographs he had done over the years, and they also had his own voice. Mountains of books, stories, assignments, and campaigns later, this is still true. Watching Karl photograph says it all. I have been with him on shoots in the streets of New York, Paris, Los Angeles, and Tokyo. Each time enormous crowds have gathered, and traffic jams have clogged up matters, with fans gaping at the
pony-tailed icon with high white collars and sunglasses, calling out, "We love you Karl." Always polite and always slightly startled by his fame, he looks up and thanks them, but then gets right back to work. Nothing can break the spell. Karl doesn't just reserve the sense of magic for his own work. Last night when he arrived in New York we had dinner together, with some friends. He immediately wanted to show us a rare portfolio, from 1914, that he'd just tracked down in France, designed by Paul Iribe, with text by a number of writers, including Auguste Rodin and Jean Cocteau, and photographs by Baron de Meyer, of the ballet, Prelude of the Afternoon of a Faun, starring Nijinsky. There are only six copies of it left in the world. After we'd all looked at it and marveled over its sophisticated design, the beauty of the graphics, the tenderness of the paper, the printing of the photographs, and the romance of the photographs we got into a debate about whether a facsimile should be made from it. Karl said, "I love it so much that I can't bear to be without it - even for the hours it would need to be out of my hands." One day there will be people out there saying the same thing about Karl's photographic work. In fact they are already.Photo: Karl Lagerfeld and Anna Mouglalis at the Gordon Parks Dinner and Auction in New York on June 1st


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TODAY'S GAME: Tonight, the Buffalo Bisons face the Louisville Bats in the third game of a four-game series from Louisville Slugger Field (7:05 p.m.). The Herd has lost the first two games of the series by scores of 5-1 and 5-2. After tomorrow night's series finale, the Bisons will continue their eight-game roadtrip in Indianapolis with a four-game set with the Indians.
vs. THE BATS: The Bisons fell to 2-4 against Louisville this year after last night's loss. The teams split a four-game set in Buffalo, April 30 – May 3. The Herd lost the season-series a year ago, 5-3. The Herd has a .532 winning percentage (50-44) against Louisville since returning to the IL in 1998.
SNYDER GETS THE START: RHP Kyle Snyder is set to toss today for the Herd. The versatile-veteran has been shuffled between the rotation and the bullpen all year. Snyder has worked in relief in his last eight appearances, posting a solid 2.76ERA in 16.1 innings of work (17H, 11K). One of his five starts on the year was against Louisville. Snyder fell in defeat in the second game of a doubleheader on May 2 after allowing two runs in four innings.
INSTANT OFFENSE: After being promoted to the Herd yesterday from Binghamton (AA), OF Josh Petersen had a terrific debut with the Bisons going 2-4 with two doubles and a run scored. In 57 games with the B-Mets, Petersen hit .326 (59-181) with three home runs and 27RBI. In his last 25 games, the outfielder has hit .379 (33-87) for Binghamton. Petersen played nine games for Triple-A New Orleans last year, hitting .200 (3-15) with three RBI.
KEEPING A HOT BAT: OF Jesus Feliciano collected another pair of singles and notched an RBI on Tuesday to raise his season batting average to .313. He is now 6th in the International League in hitting and 4th in total hits (98). Feliciano is on pace for 153 hits on the year, which would be the sixth highest total in the Bisons Modern Era.
GETTIN' CHIPPY: OF Chip Ambres is one of the hottest hitters in the Bisons lineup. The veteran is now hitting .393 (11-28) in his last seven games. During the stretch, Ambres has four doubles, two home runs, six RBI and five runs scored.


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Though the "paper of record" has suffered a few black eyes in the last decade, the New York Times does its due diligence. In an article about the hot new catchphrase "conscious uncoupling" used by Gwyneth Paltrow last week to announce her separation from husband Chris Martin, the Times discovered the person who really launched the phrase: psychotherapist, relationship expert and author Katherine Woodward Thomas.
Thanks to the Times, Thomas is now enjoying renewed fame. Thomas is the author of Calling In The One, a self-help book that described how Thomas found her husband. Years later, after the couple parted, Thomas created a "conscious uncoupling" workshop.
Though Paltrow failed to cite Thomas as the source of the phrase in her now-famous divorce announcement – a blog post on her website Goop – Thomas does in the Times. She attributes it to a friend who used it to describe his drama-free divorce, and Thomas asked if she could use it. Thomas also mentions that she'd been in talks with her publisher, Crown, about a book on the subject. After this article, it's likely that Crown will be consciously rushing this one to the printer.
THE PR VERDICT: "B" (Good Show) for Katherine Woodward Thomas, who owes the NY Times big time.
THE PR TAKEAWAY: Make sure credit is given where it's due. It's unclear from the Times article whether Crown alerted the Times to the true source of the catchphrase, or whether this was the result of a reporter doing extra digging. If it's the former, good work. Though the term conscious uncoupling is mostly being made fun of, it's of the moment and in the media. The originator can now ride the wave to sales. If, however, the truth was revealed not by a diligent flak but a curious reporter, someone at Crown has some explaining to do.


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- Cruise Start Date: 12-Jul-2020 Cruise End Date: 20-Jul-2020 Nights: 8
- Embark City: Johannesburg Disembark City: Victoria Falls
At the edge of a fast-paced world, southern Africa's beautiful, tranquil landscapes await. From Johannesburg to Victoria Falls, you'll not only discover spectacular panoramas and tumultuous histories, but also incredible wildlife and carefully crafted menus that reflect the flavors and savors of Africa. This in-depth voyage will take you to the heart of one of the most beautiful natural reserves—Chobe National Park. On board your premium ship, the African Dream, you'll discover the secrets of Lake Kariba—a veritable oasis at the other end of the earth—before taking in the grandeur of what David Livingstone called the "smoke that thunders," Victoria Falls.
dAY 1: JOHANNESBURG (SOUTH AFRICA)
We'll meet up at the hotel at 11:00 a.m. Departure by coach with your guide. We'll have lunch before visiting the Apartheid Museum which opened in 2001. It is famous the world over for being the first museum centering on South African history in the 20th century, and more particularly on Apartheid. Afterwards, we'll set off for a panoramic tour of the city. In addition to being South Africa's financial capital, Johannesburg is also the city of superlatives. It is indeed the richest town in Africa, with the tallest buildings and widest social discrepancies, but is also infused with one of the best atmospheres you'll ever come across. We'll arrive at our four-star hotel LS where you'll be welcome to settle into your rooms before dinner. You'll spend the night at the hotel.
dAY 2: JOHANNESBURG - KASANE - ARRIVAL AT CASCADES LODGE (SOUTH AFRICA-BOTSWANA-NAMIBIA)
We'll take a regular flight from Johannesburg to Kasane, Botswana. You'll be transferred from the airport to your CroisiEurope lodge on board small private boats. Take advantage of your trip to observe the numerous bird species living among the flooded flatlands. You may even catch a glimpse of a few hippos or crocodiles basking in the sun! You'll be greeted by our crew upon arrival and settle into your comfortable lodge ideally located in an island created by one of the tributaries of the Zambezi River. We'll have dinner and spend the night at the lodge in absolute tranquility at the heart of the wilderness.
dAY 3: CHOBE NATIONAL PARK (NAMIBIA-BOTSWANA)
We'll journey out on a full-day safari in Jeeps to explore the Chobe National Park that is home to more than 1/4 of the total elephant population in Africa. Enjoy lunch in a "floating restaurant" in the middle of the river where the views of the surrounding nature are unparalleled. Afterwards, we'll board small private boats and sail off on Chobe River all the way to Sedudu Island and its marshes. We'll have dinner and spend the night at the lodge.
dAY 4: IMPALILA ISLAND (NAMIBIA)
Join us for a trip to authentic villages on Impalila Island, Namibia, to discover the traditional Namibian houses, culture and customs. We'll return to our lodge for lunch. This afternoon, you can enjoy time at leisure at the lodge, taking advantage of the private pools and comfortable fittings, or join us for a discovery of the Zambezi River on small private boats. We'll have dinner at the lodge. Tonight, let a local tell you all about the traditions of this particular island. We'll spend the night at the lodge.
dAY 5: CASCADES LODGE - KASANE - VICTORIA FALLS - LAKE KARIBA - BOARDING THE SHIP (NAMIBIA-BOTSWANA-ZIMBABWE)
We'll depart from the lodge for the Kasane airport. On board small private planes, you'll be amazed at the stunning panoramas over Lake Kariba and the changing landscapes of the wilderness during your flight from Kasane to Kariba. You'll be transferred to board the African Dream. Enjoy lunch on board after comfortably settling into your cabins. We'll start sailing across the lake. Reaching over 140mi/200km in length and spanning a distance of approximately 25mi/40km at its widest point, the lake flooded flatlands, hills and forests alike, creating unique and emblematic landscapes. We'll have dinner and spend the night on board.
dAY 6: LAKE KARIBA - SAILING ON THE GACHE-GACHE AND SANYATI RIVERS (ZIMBABWE)
At sunrise, we'll set sail through the rare and mysterious landscapes of Lake Kariba where drowned trees reach skywards from the depths of the reflecting water. We'll set out on small private boats to discover the Gache Gache River and its unique wildlife. Gliding along its meanders, large bends and small, unspoiled inlets, you'll be amazed by the magical atmosphere all around. We'll return on board for lunch. This afternoon, we'll discover one of the most impressive gorges to be found at Lake Kariba as we sail through the Sanyati Gorge until sundown. We'll have dinner and spend the night on board.
dAY 7: LAKE KARIBA - MATUSADONA NATIONAL PARK (ZIMBABWE)
We'll journey out this morning on a safari to discover the area around Matusadona National Park. Bordered by the Sanyati and Ume Rivers, this 1,400km²/540 sq mi-large untouched area is home to numerous animal species such as elephants, hippos, crocodiles, buffalos as well as thousands of birds, among which the legendary African Sea Eagle, the majestic Yellow-billed Stork, or the Black Heron with its interesting hunting method. We might be lucky enough to cross paths with a big cat or two! The history of the park is closely linked with that of the lake: during the construction of the dam, the rising floodwaters affected the native wildlife although the damage was mitigated by Operation Noah, an initiative which saved the lives of over 6,000 animals. This rescue operation allowed for large mammals, big cats, impalas and more to be moved to Matusadona where hunting is strictly prohibited. We'll enjoy lunch on board and start sailing again. During this time, a round table will be the opportunity to learn more about the creation of the Lake, its inhabitants as well as its ecosystem. We'll have dinner and spend the night on board.
dAY 8: KARIBA - VICTORIA FALLS (ZIMBABWE)
At sunrise, we'll set sail towards Kariba to disembark and journey out to the airport. We'll discover the gigantic Kariba Dam which was created in 1955 to form Lake Kariba. Today, the dam serves as a source of electric power for 70% of Zimbabwe. You'll get to discover the history and legends surrounding the creation of the lake, including the tale of NyamiNyami, the river god. We'll fly out to Victoria Falls on board private planes. Enjoy an exceptional lunch cruise on the Zambezi River, upstream from the falls. This afternoon, we'll leave for a tour on foot of the falls where the views are among the most exceptional in the world. We'll also see where the Zambezi River plunges over the cliff to become the widest waterfall in the world, creating the "smoke that thunders." Tonight we'll enjoy a "Boma" dinner with traditional dance and music. We'll spend the night at a four-star hotel LS.
dAY 9: VICTORIA FALLS
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B-297687.2: Jun 20, 2006
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Magnum Medical Personnel, A Joint Venture protests the award of a contract to Luke and Associates, Inc. under request for proposals (RFP) No. FA7012-05-R-0010, issued by the Department of the Air Force for direct care clinical support services, i.e., the provision of high-quality healthcare workers to treat patients inside Air Force Medical Treatment Facilities (MTF) within the United States. Magnum protests the evaluation of its proposal and the agency's selection of Luke's proposal for award.
We sustain the protest.
B-297687.2, Magnum Medical Personnel, A Joint Venture, June 20, 2006
The decision issued on the date below was subject to a GAO Protective Order. This redacted version has been approved for public release.
Matter of: Magnum Medical Personnel, A Joint Venture
Barbara A. Duncombe, Esq., Robert G. Hanseman, Esq., and Suzanne Sumner, Esq., Sebaly Shillito & Dyer, for the protester.
Michael J. O'Farrell, Jr., Esq., and Edward N. Ramras, Esq., Department of the Air Force, and John W. Klein, Esq., and Kenneth Dodds, Esq., United States Small Business Administration, for the agencies.
Linda S. Lebowitz, Esq., and Michael R. Golden, Esq., Office of the General Counsel, GAO, participated in the preparation of the decision.
Protest is sustained where the agency did not reasonably evaluate in accordance with the terms of a multiple-award solicitation the proposals of the protester and an awardee and where the protester, the lowest priced offeror, was competitively prejudiced by the agency's flawed evaluation.
Magnum Medical Personnel, A Joint Venture[1] protests the award of a contract to Luke and Associates, Inc. under request for proposals (RFP) No. FA7012-05-R-0010, issued by the Department of the Air Force for direct care clinical support services, i.e., the provision of high-quality healthcare workers to treat patients inside Air Force Medical Treatment Facilities (MTF) within the United States. Magnum protests the evaluation of its proposal and the agency's selection of Luke's proposal for award.
We sustain the protest.[2]
The RFP, issued as a total small business set-aside on May 13, 2005, stated the agency's intent to award up to five indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity fixed'price contracts for a 4'year basic contract period and two 3'year option periods to those responsible offerors whose proposals represented the best value to the government based on an integrated assessment of mission capability, past performance, proposal risk, and price. RFP at 210. Under the RFP, the evaluation factors were listed in descending order of importance with mission capability and past performance being equal in importance, and proposal risk being more important than price. The RFP stated that the non'price evaluation factors, when combined, would be considered significantly more important than price, but that price would contribute substantially to the selection decision.
The mission capability evaluation factor contained the following three subfactors, which were listed in descending order of importance: retain, recruit, and qualify. As relevant here, under the qualify subfactor, the agency would evaluate the adequacy, clarity, and executability of the offeror's management plan in terms of the offeror demonstrating the ability to provide personnel that would meet minimum qualification and security requirements and the capability of the offeror to submit complete and accurate security and, when required, credentialing packages. Under the RFP, the qualify subfactor would be met when the offeror's proposed organizational structure and staffing plan, defined in the RFP as the offeror's internal processes that demonstrate efficiency and effectiveness in processing the required documentation [i.e., resumes, credentialing packages, and security documents] prior to the start of work under the task order, showed the offeror's ability to timely submit complete and accurate security and, when required, credentialing packages. RFP at 212-13.[3]
As explained by the agency during a conference call in which our Office and all parties to this protest participated, there are two types of healthcare workers--credentialed and non-credentialed. Credentialed healthcare workers, such as doctors, are those who have gone through a credentialing process and have obtained privileges through the applicable MTF credentialing committee in order to work at the facility. Under the RFP, the contractor must provide a complete, current, and accurate credentialing package for each proposed healthcare worker requiring privileges and must make these proposed workers available for an interview by the MTF during the credentialing process. The RFP further states that the credentials of each healthcare worker will be reviewed and privileges will be granted in accordance with Air Force Instruction 44-119, Clinical Performance Improvement,
Both credentialed and non-credentialed healthcare workers must meet the security requirements contained in the RFP in order to gain physical access to the MTF, as well as to gain access to the medical information computer system at the MTF where patient documentation and information is entered and accessed in the course of treatment. More specifically, with respect to security requirements, since healthcare workers under the contract will have access to, or will process, information requiring statutory privacy protection, the RFP requires the contractor to apply for a National Agency Check with Inquiries (NACI) prior to the start of performance for each proposed healthcare worker under the contract in accordance with specified Department of Defense Directives and Air Force Instructions. In this regard, under the RFP, the contractor must have each of its proposed healthcare workers make an appointment with the appropriate security organization at the MTF where service is to be provided, with each worker being fingerprinted and required to complete the applicable forms related to holding a public trust position. The RFP requires the contractor to advise its healthcare workers that a positive report is needed as a condition of employment under the contract. PWS sect. 4.8. In addition, because the MTF will conduct criminal history background checks on all proposed healthcare workers who are involved on a frequent and regular basis with the delivery of healthcare to children under the age of 18 (for example, those working in a pediatric clinic), the RFP requires the contractor to ensure that the applicable forms are completed by the proposed healthcare worker for submittal. PWS sect. 4.10.2. Thus, whether credentialed or non-credentialed, each proposed healthcare worker must satisfy the RFP's security requirements.
Under the RFP, a color rating (blue/exceptional, green/acceptable, yellow/marginal, or red/unacceptable) would be assigned to each proposal for each of the mission capability subfactors; these subfactor ratings would not be rolled up into an overall color rating for the mission capability evaluation factor. A proposal risk rating (high, moderate, or low) would be assigned to each of the mission capability subfactors. A performance confidence assessment (high confidence, significant confidence, satisfactory confidence, unknown confidence, little confidence, or no confidence) would be assigned to the past performance evaluation factor. In making the integrated assessment of the technical evaluation factors and price, and in accordance with the relative importance assigned to the evaluation factors as described above, the RFP stated that any of the evaluation considerations could influence the agency's selection decision.
The RFP instructed that an offeror's proposal was required to be clear and concise and to include sufficient detail for effective evaluation and for substantiating the validity of stated claims. The RFP advised that an offeror should assume that the agency has no prior knowledge of an offeror's experience and that the agency would base its evaluation on the information presented in the offeror's proposal. The RFP further instructed that the agency reserved the right to make the awards based on initial proposals without conducting discussions.
Twenty-eight firms submitted initial proposals by the stated closing time. The agency awarded contracts to the five most highly rated offerors, whose initial proposals were determined eligible for award without the need to conduct discussions. (These proposals received at least a green/low risk rating for each of the mission capability subfactors and at least a satisfactory confidence rating for past performance; the evaluated prices of these proposals were considered fair and reasonable.) Following is the agency's evaluation of the proposals of Magnum, the lowest priced offeror in the competition, and the five offerors which were awarded contracts, including Luke:[4]
Past Performance
Evaluated Price
Awardee #1
Awardee #2
Awardee #3
Awardee #4
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Source Selection Decision Document,
In its proposal, in addressing the qualify subfactor under the mission capability evaluation factor, Magnum offered a self-assessment of low risk in the areas of the joint venture providing personnel meeting minimum qualifications and security requirements, providing structures for processing resumes, credentialing packages and security documents, and providing timely submission of resumes and security/ credentialing packages. Magnum referred to a strategy of [deleted]; that is, prior to the receipt of paperwork from the candidate, Magnum would use [deleted] to ensure that all qualifications, credentialing and security requirements would be met by each candidate. Magnum stated that it employs [deleted], each of whom was experienced in meeting credentialing/security and start'up requirements for MTFs. Magnum stated that resumes would be submitted for approval within 30 days of award, and that credentialing and security packages would be submitted at least 30 days prior to the start of provider services at an MTF. Magnum's Initial Proposal at 49-50.
Magnum also provided a descriptive listing of [deleted] [deleted] milestones in order for it to meet task order start-up under the contract. For example, within [deleted] days [deleted], Magnum stated that completed [MTF]-specific security documentation [would be submitted] to [the contracting officer's representative] for technical review, and [would] be forwarded to [the] appropriate MTF sources for security approval. In addition, at least [deleted] days [deleted], Magnum stated that it would [c]onfirm that all [healthcare] providers and staff ha[d] been cleared by base security and [would] be able from a security point of view to begin providing services in a timely manner.
Magnum further explained that the joint venture had structures in place to meet all current timeframes required by the agency; that checklist timelines generated for start-up of each task order would be monitored daily by the project manager and assigned location administrator as part of the joint venture's normal contract start'up; and that any potential for submittal deadlines not being met would require notice to the corporate officers of the joint venture partners so that additional staff could be assigned and additional measures could be taken in order to return to timely processing. Finally, Magnum pointed out that the qualifications/security requirements [in this RFP were] very similar to requirements that the joint venture had performed under other government contracts [deleted].
In its proposal, in addressing the qualify subfactor under the mission capability evaluation factor, Luke stated that its credentialing process is performed and the security and credentialing package submitted in [deleted] days. Luke stated that the Security and Credentialing packages are prepared by [deleted] and re'confirmed by [deleted] prior to submittal to the MTF credentialing manager. Luke continued by stating that its process uses its [deleted] to assist in eliminating incomplete or missing information from being submitted to the MTF. This process for 'credentialing and privileging' is provided in Figure 4.2-1 [a flowchart entitled Medical Staff Credentialing and Privileging Clearance Process] . . . [and] Figure 4.2-2 provides a timeline for [its] credentialing process. Luke's Initial Proposal at II'33--34.
In its credentialing and privileging flowchart, Luke made reference to security. For example, in one block in the flowchart, Luke stated that the [deleted] would review explanation of Credentialing & Security process to applicant and that the [deleted] would note the receipt of documents [deleted]. In another block in the flowchart, Luke stated that the [deleted] would review remaining credentialing & security requirements and plan[] follow-up call with applicant. In yet another block, Luke stated that the [deleted] would Send[] packet to Credentialing & Security Inspector.
In addition, Luke's proposal contained a [deleted] listing of milestones showing the number of days involved in its process that ensures that deliverables are submitted ahead of time. This listing of milestones referred to Luke's credential process and to the preparation, inspection, signature, and completion of the Credentialing Packet. In this listing of milestones, Luke's only reference to security was in the final line which stated, Max. Days to Prepare Security and Credentialing Package is [deleted] days [deleted].
The yellow rating assigned to Magnum's proposal for the qualify subfactor under the mission capability evaluation factor was defined by the RFP as marginal, that is, Does not clearly meet some specified minimum performance or capability requirements delineated in the [RFP], but any such uncertainty is correctable. RFP at 211.[5] In addition, the moderate proposal risk rating assigned to the qualify subfactor was defined by the RFP as Can potentially cause disruption of schedule, increased cost, or degradation of performance. Special contractor emphasis and close government monitoring will likely be able to overcome difficulties. RFP at 215.
More specifically, for the qualify subfactor, the agency, as reflected in the initial and final consensus evaluations, determined that while Magnum proposed a proactive credentialing process,[6] Magnum's process for security package information [was] not detailed and this lack of clarification regarding the submission process for security packages increases [the] risk of unsuccessful contract performance and can potentially cause disruption of program schedule. Magnum's Technical Evaluation at 8-10. The agency did not believe that Magnum specifically addressed its internal processes for the collection of the security information or that Magnum had conveyed that the contents of the security packages would contain the information required by the government. While noting that Magnum stated that any risk would be mitigated through its pre-screening of the credentials of proposed healthcare workers and that this process was similar to other work that the joint venture had performed, the agency nevertheless concluded that Magnum failed to clearly describe in its proposal its internal processes for satisfying the RFP's security requirements. The agency characterized this aspect of Magnum's proposal as an uncertainty and as a weakness. Proposal Analysis Report at 190-91.
The green rating assigned to Luke's proposal for the qualify subfactor under the mission capability evaluation factor was defined by the RFP as acceptable, that is, Meets specified minimum performance or capability requirements delineated in the [RFP]; proposal . . . [has] no deficiencies but may have one or more strengths. RFP at 211. In addition, the low proposal risk rating assigned to the qualify subfactor was defined by the RFP as Has little potential to cause disruption of schedule, increased cost or degradation of performance. Normal contractor effort and normal government monitoring will likely be able to overcome any difficulties. RFP at 215.
Notwithstanding the initial concerns of at least one evaluator who commented that Luke's proposal specifically mentions security package requirements, but process details for security [were] not given, Luke's Technical Evaluation at 1, the agency determined, as reflected in the final consensus evaluation, that Luke's proposal contained no uncertainties or weaknesses.
In making her best-value determination, the source selection authority (SSA) noted that the RFP allowed the agency to award the contracts on the basis of initial proposals without conducting discussions. The SSA further noted that because the agency received a sufficient number of initial proposals that met the minimum requirements of the RFP, discussions with the offerors would not be necessary prior to making the awards. Accordingly, the SSA awarded contracts to the five most highly rated offerors. As relevant here, with respect to the fifth award, the agency did not perform a comparative analysis, or make a tradeoff, between the proposals of Magnum and Luke because, according to the agency and as described above, Magnum was not eligible for award without the agency conducting discussions with the firm due to the yellow/moderate risk rating assigned to Magnum's proposal for the qualify subfactor under the mission capability evaluation factor. Agency Statement,
Magnum argues that for the qualify subfactor under the mission capability evaluation factor, the agency failed to reasonably and equally evaluate its proposal and Luke's proposal. In making this argument, Magnum points out that one of the evaluators who questioned Magnum's own alleged lack of internal security process details raised a similar question about Luke, commenting that Luke's proposal did not give process details for security. Magnum notes that while this evaluator's initial concern with respect to its own proposal became a part of the agency's final consensus evaluation, there is no explanation in the contemporaneous evaluation record, nor was any explanation provided by the agency during the development of this protest record, for why the same initial concern with respect to Luke's proposal was not similarly carried through to the final consensus evaluation for that firm's proposal. Since Luke's proposal was not downgraded for failing to clearly discuss its internal processes for satisfying the RFP's security requirements, Magnum maintains that its proposal should have been similarly evaluated, as opposed to being downgraded. In addition, Magnum argues that its proposal, in fact, was more detailed in terms of describing an internal process for addressing the RFP's security requirements than was Luke's proposal. Finally, Magnum, the lowest priced offeror in the competition (which was determined responsible by the SBA even with its low price), argues that it was competitively prejudiced vis' 'vis Luke as a result of the agency's flawed evaluation of the qualify subfactor.
In reviewing a protest against an agency's proposal evaluation, we will consider whether the evaluation was reasonable and consistent with the terms of the solicitation and applicable statutes and regulations. See, e.g., Sytronics, Inc., B'297346,
Here, for the qualify subfactor, the RFP required an offeror to demonstrate that it could provide healthcare workers who would meet the RFP's minimum qualification and security requirements and that it could timely submit, as applicable, complete and accurate security and credentialing packages. The RFP stated that the qualify subfactor would be met when an offeror's internal processes demonstrated the offeror's efficiency and effectiveness in timely processing, for example, the required security and credentialing packages prior to the start of work under the task order.
We agree with Magnum that there is nothing in the record that establishes why Magnum's proposal for the qualify subfactor should have been downgraded in comparison to Luke's proposal for this subfactor. In this regard, Magnum, like Luke, proposed to satisfy the RFP's security and credentialing requirements together as part of a single internal process. More specifically, Magnum, like Luke, described an internal process for satisfying the RFP's security requirements that was linked to, and was a part of, each firm's respective internal process for satisfying the RFP's credentialing requirements. Magnum, like Luke, referenced security in the context of discussing an internal process for credentialing, for which both offerors received favorable evaluation comments. Finally, Magnum, like Luke, focused on a security process for credentialed healthcare workers, but neither firm separately addressed a process for security for non-credentialed healthcare workers. While the agency credited Luke with addressing the RFP's security requirements as part of its internal process for satisfying the RFP's credentialing requirements, there is nothing in the record that explains why Magnum's proposal, which basically appears to provide the same information as Luke's proposal, should not have received the same credit.
Moreover, in certain respects, as pointed out by Magnum, it could reasonably be argued that Magnum's proposal was more descriptive than Luke's proposal in terms of addressing an internal process for satisfying the RFP's security requirements. For example, Luke merely inserted the word security into some of the blocks in its credentialing and privileging flowchart and, in its [deleted] listing of milestones, Luke referred exclusively to a credential process and to a Credential Packet, only inserting the word security in the final line where it stated that the security and credentialing package would be prepared in [deleted] days [deleted]. In contrast, Magnum narratively described its credentialing process, including specifying the number of [deleted] employed by the joint venture who were experienced in meeting, for example, credentialing and security requirements for MTFs; providing a descriptive listing of [deleted] milestones in order for it to meet task order start-up under the contract; explaining that daily monitoring by the project manager and other administrative personnel would occur to ensure submittal deadlines would be met; and, explaining that, if necessary, additional staff would be assigned and other measures would be taken to return to timely processing.[8] On this record, it is difficult to understand the basis for the agency's view that Luke's proposal for the qualify subfactor addressed the RFP's security requirements in a way that was materially superior to the way in which Magnum addressed these requirements in its proposal. Further, other than its conclusory statement that a majority of the evaluators determined, as reflected in the final consensus evaluation, that Luke satisfied the RFP's security requirements, including providing a description of its internal process for satisfying these requirements, there is nothing in either the contemporaneous evaluation record or in the agency's submissions filed during our consideration of this protest (including the previously referenced conference call) that in any way reasonably or meaningfully addresses how the agency reached its final consensus evaluation concerning this matter.
Therefore, on this record, we do not believe that the agency has reasonably supported its conclusion that, with regard to the qualify subfactor, Magnum's proposal merited a lower rating than Luke's proposal. As a result of the agency's flawed evaluation, we conclude that the qualify subfactor was not a reasonable discriminator in terms of deciding whether the proposal of Magnum or Luke represented the best value to the government in terms of a fifth award (where the agency made the awards on the basis of initial proposals without conducting discussions). In other words, the record is devoid of any explanation of the substantive differences in the two proposals which would justify the agency's determination that Luke's proposal for satisfying the RFP's security requirements was superior to Magnum's proposal in terms of addressing these requirements.
Finally, we conclude that, as a result of the agency's flawed evaluation, Magnum was competitively prejudiced. The record establishes that had the agency reasonably evaluated the proposals of Magnum and Luke, these proposals would have been rated the same for two of the mission capability evaluation subfactors (retain and qualify), and Magnum's proposal would have been rated higher than Luke's proposal for the recruit subfactor. In addition, the record shows that for the past performance evaluation factor, Magnum's proposal received a significant confidence rating, while Luke's proposal received only a satisfactory confidence rating. Finally, Magnum's evaluated price was approximately [deleted] percent less than Luke's evaluated price.[9] Therefore, we conclude that, but for the flawed evaluation of Magnum's proposal for the qualify subfactor, Magnum's higher rated, lower priced proposal, not Luke's lower rated, higher priced proposal, would have been selected for award.
We recommend that the agency make an award to Magnum. If the agency determines that it is not appropriate to make six awards, we recommend that the agency terminate Luke's contract for the convenience of the government. In addition, we recommend that the agency reimburse Magnum for the reasonable costs of filing and pursuing this protest, including reasonable attorneys' fees.[10] Magnum's certified claim for costs, detailing the time expended and costs incurred, must be submitted to the agency within 60 days of receiving this decision. Bid Protest Regulations, 4 C.F.R. sect. 21.8(f)(1) (2006).
The protest is sustained.[11]
Anthony H. Gamboa
General Counsel
[1] The joint venture consists of two partners under a mentor/prot-g- arrangement recognized by the United States Small Business Administration (SBA). Specifically, the mentor is Sterling Medical Associates, Inc. and the prot-g- is Magnum Opus Technologies, Inc.
[2] This protest follows Magnum's earlier protest in which the Air Force took corrective action by referring the issue of Magnum's responsibility, based on the agency's concerns related to Magnum's capability to provide the required services on a sustained basis at the [low] prices offered, to the SBA for the possible issuance of a certificate of competency (COC). Air Force Corrective Action Notice,
[3] The RFP defined the timeframe for submittal of security and credentialing packages as not later than 30 calendar days before the start of work. Magnum and Luke each proposed to comply with this 30-day requirement.
[4] In its report to our Office, the Air Force produced, with the agreement of Magnum, the proposals of, and the evaluation documentation for, only Magnum and Luke. Consistent with its action as taken in Magnum's earlier protest (which ultimately resulted in the SBA's issuance of a COC to Magnum), the Air Force, in the current protest, did not stay performance by the first four awardees; the Air Force only stayed performance by Luke since only the fifth award is in dispute. Accordingly, the agency's evaluation of the proposals of Magnum and Luke is the focus of this protest.
[5] In its Memorandum of Law, the agency characterized Magnum's proposal as technically unacceptable, and in its Statement of Facts, the agency characterized Magnum's proposal as not technically acceptable. Neither of these phrases is found in the contemporaneous evaluation or source selection record. In the course of developing the protest record, the agency acknowledged that there was inconsistent terminology between the Memorandum of Law, the Statement of Facts[,] and the contemporaneous record. The agency continued by stating that it was not [its] intention to convey that Magnum's proposal was rated 'unacceptable' or 'technically unacceptable.' Agency Statement,
[6] The agency initially characterized Magnum's proactive approach to credentialing as a strength; however, as part of the final consensus evaluation, the agency removed this strength, explaining that the [deleted] in Magnum's proposal did not guarantee compliance and that Magnum's proactive credentialing process was not an exceptional aspect of its proposal since credentialing was the offeror's responsibility and Magnum's approach in this regard did not represent an increased benefit to the government above and beyond what was required by the RFP. Magnum's Technical Evaluation at 8-9.
[7] Similar to its conclusion with respect to Magnum, the agency determined that Luke's [deleted] system for tracking workers' credentials and certifications relies heavily on technology being used at the MTFs by the workers and does not necessarily ensure that the workers will timely complete their renewals, only that they will receive a reminder to complete them. Accordingly, the agency concluded that this strength was not beneficial to the government in a way that would justify any additional cost because each MTF was responsible for tracking this information for all licensed providers. Luke's Technical Evaluation at 7; Proposal Analysis Report at 72.
[8] In its proposal, Magnum also pointed out that the credentialing and security requirements in the RFP were very similar to requirements that the joint venture had performed under other government contracts [deleted]. The record shows that Magnum was credited for its record of successful past performance, as reflected by the significant confidence past performance rating assigned to its proposal.
[9] It is worth emphasizing that once the SBA issued the COC to Magnum, the agency determined that Magnum was a responsible offeror in terms of its low price. Addendum to Source Selection Decision Document,
[10] Contrary to Magnum's request, we find that it is not entitled to recover the costs associated with filing and pursuing its original protest that resulted in the agency taking corrective action prior to the filing of the administrative report because, generally, if an agency takes corrective action in response to a protest by the due date for its administrative report in response to that protest, we consider such action to be prompt and we will not recommend reimbursement of protest costs. The Sandi-Sterling Consortium--Costs, B-296246.2,
[11] In light of this decision sustaining the protest, we need not address the other issues raised by Magnum.
Sep 17, 2020
Sep 16, 2020
Sumaria Systems, Inc.
We deny the protest.
We deny the protest.
Sep 15, 2020
CenturyLink QGS
We deny the protest.
Patronus Systems, Inc.
We sustain the protest.
Sep 11, 2020
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The Vermont Department of Forests, Parks, and Recreation reports that white pine tree needle damage is widespread in the state again this spring. According to Windham County Forester Bill Guenther, "The golden hue of white pine needle blight exploded onto the scene in early June". Although the damage is very noticeable, it is not life-threatening to healthy white pines.
Widespread yellowing of white pine needles has been particularly noticeable in the region since 2010. Topmost branches are rarely affected by the disease. Although the white pine needle damage looks serious, the trees aren't dying, and their new shoots should grow normally. Trees will look better in early summer, once all the injured needles are shed.
Microscopic fungi have been associated with this disease, which has become noticeable throughout northern New England and eastern Canada. "White pine needle damage can become a problem in the year following a wet spring, which favors development of fungi," said Isabel Munck, Forest Pathologist with the US Forest Service. Needle fungi have also been causing damage to other pine species.
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Editor's note: Lovefraud received the following essay from a reader whom we'll call "SnowWhite."
He is clever and cunning. He has many talents. He sees you before you see him. It may be something you are wearing that attracts him. Maybe it's your laugh or your spirit. You are vulnerable. He knows it. You are trustworthy and caring. He knows it. You have only been with two men your whole life. He knows it. You are lonely. He knows it. You have been married for 25 years. He doesn't care.
He is a carpenter. He builds your trust and friendship. You see him weekly in your workout class. One day he smiles at you. The next day he says hello. Months go by. Each day he shares his story and hardships with you. You are compassionate and feel his pain. He knows it. He becomes your friend. You start to text each other. He becomes your confidant. Before you realize what is happening, he is becoming your best friend, one by one replacing all others. The bond with your husband begins to loosen. He has been saying good night to you for weeks in his texts. You are addicted.
One fateful evening he tells you that there is something special between you. It is more than friendship. You agree that there is an attraction but cannot act on it. You are married. He persists. You are confident that the friendship is more important. You are strong. You can handle it. He is stronger, more powerful. You don't want to lose the friendship.
He is a gardener. He plants the seeds of doubt telling you your husband and marriage is broken. He cultivates them until they grow, taking root in your mind. You start to believe.
He is a poet. He tells you it's love. His words are sweet. You start to fall.
He is an architect. He builds and lays out what your life would be like with him. He will give you everything you need as a couple. You will be happy.
He is a painter. He paints a beautiful picture of what could be, a picture of you his "future wife".
He is relentless. For months you resist but are afraid of losing the friendship and connection. He knows it. He wants more. He threatens to end the friendship if you cannot be with him. You seek therapy. It doesn't help. He is powerful. You feel helpless in controlling your own emotions. You agree to stop talking"¦..one too many times. You agree to end it and meet one last time. Then it happens. You have no control. The connection is too powerful. He now controls your mind and body.
The weight of him telling you he is waiting and alone bears down on you. He tells you that you must leave your husband. The pressure builds. You feel his pain and want to heal him. You are confused. Your life starts to unravel. You start to lose your soul. You are confused.
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Chris Tomlin, "Waterfall" (Official Audio)
Just like a waterfall on a parched land, or a splash of water on a hot weary soul, Chris Tomlin's single, "Waterfall" is full of imagery; describing how refreshing God's love is for the soul. Here's the official audio version of the song.
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The Equal Justice Center continues to empower immigrant and low-wage working people to enforce their fundamental employment rights - even in this era when the rights of immigrants and workers are under widespread attack. Our clients' determined action, backed by EJC's legal representation, have recouped nearly $1 million in wage cases in the last year alone.
With our newest successes in 2019, EJC and its clients have this year surpassed a new milestone – more than $13 million total recovered in wage cases for low-wage working men and women, since EJC began its wage justice work with a small staff back in 2003
These wage recoveries have come in cases brought by janitors, landscapers, restaurant workers, construction laborers, asbestos removal workers, agricultural and food processing workers, housekeepers, and factory workers, among others. Their claims typically challenge employers' complete non-payment of any wages; or failure to pay workers for all of their work hours; or violations of federal and state laws requiring payment of minimum wage, overtime, or prevailing wage rates.
The EJC clients who have brought and won these cases include U.S. citizens, authorized immigrants, and undocumented immigrants. EJC provides legal assistance to working people regardless of their immigration status.
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First, even while the current Administration is pressing hard to close down the DACA program, the Equal Justice Center staff is working overtime to help as many young undocumented Dreamers as possible renew their DACA work permits and protections against deportation. Over the last seven years - from the very beginning of the DACA program in 2012 - the EJC has helped secure DACA protections for more than three thousand young undocumented Dreamers who have grown up in the U.S., completed their educations, and are now productive contributors to our society and economy. The only thing blocking the current Administration's attempts to terminate the DACA program are a few temporary injunctions issued by federal courts, allowing current DACA holders to continue renewing their two-year permits - for now. The EJC staff provides both individual legal assistance and large-scale community clinics that help Dreamers renew their DACA authorization and sustain their dreams, while pushing at the same time for a permanent solution through Congressional enactment of a Dream Act recognizing Dreamers as full and permanent contributors to our society.
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Many years ago I went with a friend of mine on a long journey. We both had entered into that exciting part of our lives namely college education. My all male boarding school was behind me. Girls, girls girls were all about us!
It so happened we both were about to spend our first vacation in Simla, a hill station. At the first leg of the journey we are buoyant of what waited at the end of it. Of course we both were eager to share our experience with girls. And my friend was equally brimming with joy of discovering how far I had progressed in the matter of the real thing. And we drew lots and it was my friend's turn to describe his experience.
So he takes a bottle of vodka that he said his uncle got from the Russian embassy. In those days it was Soviet Union (for those who prefer to have the details right) and pouring me in a thimble he says,'Uncle Jacobi gave the shirt off his back to get this beauty.?
'You mean vodka or girl?'
"Ah Ben, must you interrupt?' he was at the moment performing something akin to a Japanese ceremony while the train rolled and pitched. I was sure the engine driver was drunk to which he merely said,'Nonsense.'
I didn't mind it since he was pouring libations before a great subject like sex.
He held out my thimble. I smelt it with what I remembered of WC Fields in The Bank Dick. The drink was colorless odorless and I said,.'is it water?'
Ignoring my inanity he downed his and said,'I think I had sex the other day with the girl in the C division.
'Is name important?'
'Oh no.' I stopped and he said,'I managed to find her alone and and sweet talked into sex.
'What you were talking about?' 'Oh sweet nothings."
Ah common, pardner, 'did you talk of dirty stuff to get her interested?
Giving me a sad look he said, 'I got close to her saying I knew who were all making the women's hockey team.'He added,'That floored her.'
Almost immediately I wanted to ask where, at home or any other specific place. But I was already in his bad books. So I let him talk on.'It was smooth go till I said team building was like sex. Ben she let out a squeal and I knew she was almost in shivers. So I lost no time but groping where to begin.
'Between legs if you were to ask me.' I snapped on my fifth swig. Vodka was my excuse. So I went bold.
'Did she let you?'I asked looking squarely at him.
When I casually put my hand around her waist all she said, 'Will I make it?'
'Sure thing, I said while she went on giggling and saying all kind of excuses. So I had to remove her folderol one by one.
'Yeah she was talking as if she had been cut out to lead the team'.
I had heard enough. I said wearily,'So you had sex at the end?'
'I think so,'
I knew that he wasted my time. To think he would have scored was beyond me. It was his turn to ask me so I said, 'My sex was fantastic. It was the world of pleasures all distilled into that brief moment'. He squirmed in his seat feeling a little uptight. So I said slowly,' My eldest sister's friend came visiting us. When I got a chance I walked where she was sitting. I looked around and saw it was all clear. So I put my hand out.'
My friend evidently was feeling extreme discomfort. It was his turn to ask,' What happened?'
'I pressed against one bosom and she said only for me to hear,'Stop it'and I stopped'.
After emptying the bottle my friend knew the vodka was nothing but water. He said in a disinterested way turning in for a nap,'You cant't get a better deal from a Russian. My uncle was wearing a terylene shirt and he got a dud in exchange. And we have been drinking it like real pro.'
Coming to think of it we were talking of sex like jerks.
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April 5, 2012 by bennythomas
Many years ago I went with a friend of mine on a long journey. We both had entered into that exciting part of our lives namely college education. My all male boarding school was behind me. Girls, girls girls were all about us!


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Transparency Market Research has released a new market report titled "Fermentation Chemicals Market - Global Industry Analysis, Size, Share, Growth, Trends and Forecast, 2013 - 2019" which observes that the revenue generated by fermentation chemicals market was USD 41,567.7 million in 2012 and is expected to reach USD 60,123.9 million by 2019, growing at a CAGR of 5.4% from 2013 to 2019. The global demand for fermentation chemicals was 48,708.3 kilo tons in 2012.
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Fermentation chemicals are mainly employed as process initiators in the manufacturing of wide variety of chemicals. Industrial applications market is the largest application area for fermentation chemicals followed by the food and beverages market. However, nutritional and pharmaceutical, plastics and fibers are fast growing applications of fermentation chemicals and are expected to gain a significant market share over the next six years. Fermentation chemicals are mainly used as alcohols, enzymes and organic acids. The strong global demand for alcohols is the major driver for the growing consumption of fermentation chemicals. Fermentation chemicals market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 4.3% from 2013 to 2019.
The industrial applications segment dominates the demand for fermentation chemicals and accounted for 47.1% of the global demand in 2012. Growing pharmaceuticals market in the U.S. and rising consumption of alcohol across the globe were the major growth drivers for fermentation chemicals. Another important market for fermentation chemicals is food and beverages industry, which accounted for 20.4% share of the total fermentation chemicals volume consumed in 2012. The growing demand for alcohols, enzymes and organic acids in the food and beverages, nutritional and pharmaceutical industries is expected to drive the global fermentation chemicals market in the next six years.
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The global fermentation chemicals market is dominated by North America, which accounted for 33.9% of global volumes consumed in 2012. Growth of fermentation chemicals market in North America is principally driven by the rising consumption from the pharmaceutical and food and beverages industry in the U.S. North America was followed by Asia Pacific with 27.1% share in total volume consumption. The saturation in the North American and European market has led the major player players to focus on the highly attractive Asia Pacific market. The key players in the fermentation chemicals market are Ajinomoto Company Incorporation, BASF SE, Dow Chemical Company, Novozymes A/S, Cargill Incorporation, Evonik Industries and Du Pont Danisco A/S among others.
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