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Motorola Universal Portable Power Pack review
Posted on 11-May-2011 15:13
by M Freitas
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This is not the first mobile power pack I have, but the Motorola Universal Portable Power Pack is probably the smallest, lightest and easiest to use of them all.
You probably have experienced this: half way through the day your mobile device runs out of battery. Either you had too many voice calls, or you left WiFi on, or just too many emails being downloaded automatically on a busy day.
I tried a couple of other devices but they either were rather large, or required me to carry extra USB cables. The Motorola Universal Portable Power Pack is all you need in one single package.
First it comes with a built-in micro USB adapter, so you only need to device itself to charge your handset. But if your device doesn't charge through micro USB you can still use your own cable and plug it into the standard USB adapter. Actually you can charge two devices simultaneously, using the micro USB cable and the standard USB adapter.
It's very easy to use it: simply plug the micro USB cable (or your own cable) and press the button. Four LEDs will indicate the current battery level available to recharge your handset. You can also quickly check how much power is available even if it is not plugged by simply pushing the button and looking at how many LEDs light up.
With a 1420 mAh battery you won't get quite a full recharge for your device, and this will depend on how much power your device consumes during the recharge period and how low its own battery is. But that should be enough to give you an extra four to five hours of power, albeit on a slow charge. It took almost an hour to charge my LG Optimus device to about 80% of its capacity. And since its output is 5v 500mA you won't be able to charge large devices such as an iPad.
When your mobile device is charged the Motorola Universal Portable Power Pack will shutdown to save its own power.
You can charge the Motorola Universal Portable Power Pack from a wall USB adapter (included) or from a PC USB port for example. You can also charge the Motorola Universal Portable Power Pack while at the same time it charges your mobile device.
Motorola made it a "CarbonFree" product, and through an alliance with the Carbonfund.org, the company has offset the energy used to manufacture, distribute and use the portable power pack.
The Motorola Universal Portable Power Pack is available from Amazon, but it ships to New Zealand.
- Very light (200g) and small (11cm x 5cm x 1cm)
- Green product
- Micro USB and USB compatible
- Very easy to use
- Just one full charge so make it worth it
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Apparently bears are just like little kids: They hate zucchini! When a small-ish 200-pound black bear attacked a Missoula-area woman's collie, she got its attention, was clawed in the leg, and then threw a zucchini, causing the bear to flee.
Montana Woman Fends Off Bear with Zucchini
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They are both selling patience. Are you buying? It doesnt matter. You dont have a choice. The two football teams America thinks of first when it thinks of Miami the Dolphins and Hurricanes are peddling patience because they dont have any more choice but to offer it than fans do to accept it.
Patience is increasingly an unpopular, tough sell in sports, a lot to ask. Fans see patience not as a virtue but as an excuse to soften losing or buy time. If instant reward is the sexy red Maserati that will thrill you, patience is the steady gray sedan that will get you there eventually maybe.
Patience is especially hard for these two teams to peddle in this market because Canes folk and Dolfans are inclined to look back at a lot of lean years and think theyve already done their penance thats it past time for a new run of good ol days.
UMs most recent national title came in 2001 and its last finish in the national top 10 in 03. Thats two or three player-generations ago on the college timeline. Any remaining vestiges of The Us claim to swagger now have cobwebs.
The Dolphins have left their fans even more forlorn, last winning a playoff game in 2000, and now counting their most recent taste of NFL relevance as decades ago (plural), not years.
And yet here we go again, right? Thats what youre thinking.
UM and the Dolphins Lost Weekend just past was about more than the scoreboard. It was about fans hope, too. Right?
After all, the Canes 52-13 loss at Kansas State was their worst margin of defeat in five years and most points given up since 1998.
The Dolphins 30-10 loss at Houston a day later was Miamis most lopsided season-opening defeat since 1988.
Patience, though. Please?
Heck, even President Barack Obama is asking for patience in terms of the nations economic recovery, saying, America, I never said this journey would be easy. The thing is, voters can decide in 55 days if they buy Obamas call for patience.
UM and Dolphins fans can only trust their teams leaders or not, but in either case can only wait and hope.
Were in it for the long haul. Well get this fixed, UM coach Al Golden said this week, mostly of a defense that has allowed 84 points in two games.
Said Dolphins coach Joe Philbin in his postmortem: We were looking to have a reference point to find out exactly where we are. We have a lot of work to do.
Each teams call for patience is justified.
The Canes are very young all over the field, babies needing time to grow. But UM can look you in the eye when asking for patience because it has the talent to suggest there will be a reward waiting. Stephen Morris, in his first full season as starting quarterback, already is better than predecessor Jacory Harris ever was. Running back Duke Johnson and cornerback Tracy Howard, both true freshmen, embody a new wave of Canes with the potential to suggest (much) better days are coming. And Golden has a history of recruiting and turnarounds to present a track record on which to hang your faith.
The Dolphins are very young at the one position that matters disproportionately in the modern NFL: quarterback. Sunday accurately reflected that there will be growing pains as Ryan Tannehill develops. Growing pains because his being a receiver-turned-quarterback makes him inexperienced even by rookie-passer standards. And growing pains because Miamis lack of a premier No.1 receiver hampers Tannehills growth, fixing more of the burden on him. Youd be amazed how much better Tannehill would instantly be if he had, say, Andre Johnson at the end of those passes like Houston did Sunday.
Sending Tannehill to battle without a top receiver is the single biggest fault that leaves general manager Jeff Ireland fair game for scathing criticism.
The Dolphins and Ireland asking fans to keep the faith is a well close to bone dry, but Tannehill is the last great hope. Asking your patience will be a valid request for as long as Tannehill continues to progress and look like the long-term solution for which this franchise has ached. But if at any point Tannehill would begin to look like not the answer but just this regimes latest draft mistake, then that patience would leave Dolfans like air does a pricked balloon.
(Meantime perhaps the Dolphins should consider giving Tannehill the boost they havent afforded him with top receivers. All six of his tipped passes Sunday came on quick three-step drops. Maybe deeper drops would help. Or perhaps a huddle rather than a constant hurry-up would help. These are things to consider in the short term.)
Realistically, this is a bridge season for both the Dolphins and Hurricanes, and it will be fascinating to see where it leads. Whats on the other side.
This is the learning-curve year for Tannehill, a rationale that wont be available next season. For the Dolphins, with stockpiled draft picks and much salary-cap money to spend, 2013 will be the no-excuses season when Dolfans should expect to at last cash their patience for results.
For the Hurricanes the NCAA willing, of course the next year or two far more than this one should be when UMs road back to national prominence might begin to gain purchase in the polls.
Faith in both teams turnaround is made fragile by years of disappointment. Both sets of fans would demand better days right now if only they had the power.
Instead, all they can do is ask, hope and decide on their own what constitutes a fair time to wait.
Thats the thing about patience.
It always starts out as noble. As reasonable, wise and virtuous.
But when patience runs out, what follows is rarely pleasant.


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Love 'em I am a big guy at 6'3" and 235 lbs. Size 40 fits perfect throughout. Love the comfort for walking on the beach or just hanging out. Buying more as soon as I get to the store. July 4, 2014
Good Love the short, light and well fit for climbing. June 11, 2014
Solid Cargo Shorts After using the Silver Ridge Cargo Pants, I decided to try the shorts. They perform well for me in a variety of hot conditions. The thing I like about them is that they're quick drying and the cargo pockets are just the right size where other cargo pockets are either cavernous or not big enough. March 14, 2014
http://www.columbia.com/on/demandware.store/Sites-Columbia_US-Site/default/Reviews-WriteReview?pid=AM4084&ss=true&email=percybenel%40hotmail.com&mid=e Fit well, excellent look, very confy. March 6, 2014
Good Shorts Nice light pair of shorts. Looking forward to wearing them once the weather really begins to warm up here in Arkansas. Like the black belt that comes with, I wear them with other pants/shorts when I don't want a real belt. They fit true, I wear a 30 but got a 32 for fear of them fitting a bit small. Thanks to the partially elasticated waist though I could still wear them without a belt if I really needed to. March 3, 2014
Disappointed From year to year, can't count on size to fit. Changes all the time. Of course styles change, but the cargo pockets the basic water short which have served me years aren't there. January 26, 2014
Too Small Have to return as the size doesn't work. Don't think moving to a larger size will help. Like the quality. January 7, 2014
Great hiking shorts! Excellent mobility and breath ability. They also have a stylish appearance...because we all know hiking is all about how you look...;) January 2, 2014
Great shorts but a little tight in the hips I ordered size 34" waist 12" inseam. The waist itself is correct but the shorts are just a bit too "form fitting" to be super comfortable just below the waist. They are a bit snug in the hips. The fabric is great and is perfect for the humid south florida climate; they dry fast and wick moisture away. If these were a bit more "baggy" they would be the perfect shorts. December 18, 2013
Terrible Sizing As usual, Columbia sizes their clothing much smaller than it actually is. I purchased this in what I thought would fit me just fine. I wear all of my other jeans and shorts in a 33-34 waist and have no problems with other companies' sizing. When I received this short in 34" waist, I couldn't even get it up to my waist. It's like they made this short for a man with a 34" waist, but designed the rest of the short for somebody with a 29" waist. The legs were far to tight to even consider. Once I could actually pull it up to where I could button it, the waist size was correct, but it's far to small in the legs and butt to even be considered comfortable, let alone be used for hiking. December 11, 2013
Perfect I buy Columbia for the reliability. Got these for my son-in-law because he is a big fisherman. Scored the big points on more than one occasion. Now it's all I get him. I don't normally buy clothing for someone because you never get the size, style, ect. right-but I can never go wrong with these. Great product! December 4, 2013
So light they could for girls Really disappointed - ultra light weight - almost like chiffon - not for outdoor guys. Worst still I had to pay UPS $10 to return them. October 29, 2013
Be careful of shorts I bought these same shorts in the Outlet stores and they were $5.00 or a little more less in cost, yet you can never find the color even though the outlet store says they will get them…and I made like 7 trips. The two I got online and shipped to me albeit the same shorts had a design difference. The front pockets on the ordered shorts were better and seemed normal whereas the pockets on the Outlet store shorts were shorter and I am now of the belief that the Outlet shorts are a defect and while not being sold as such are actually seconds/defect products. It is also difficult to get them in sizing that this company offers like you can never find the 10 inch length although it is offered. October 26, 2013
Best shorts ever These shorts are perfect - light weight, rugged, pockets galore, "built-in" belt, no ironing needed, fast drying - and did I mention comfortable? They come in colors to fit any wardrobe requirement, too. October 13, 2013
vacation time I had to buy new shorts for vacation. I have no time for shopping, so I bought 4 new pair of shorts online. I love them & it took no time to find what I wanted or place the order. October 7, 2013
Awesome Pants!! This are the pants my 16 year old son uses for school and he LOVES them, they are light and breeze, it keep him cool and comfortable all day even when he plays basket and volleyball in them at school!! I give it two thumbs up, and would definitely recommend!! September 5, 2013
Great hiking shorts Great hiking shorts for warm weather. Very lightweight nylon is quick to dry and relatively cool. They're cut in a more traditional/slimmer fit, so if you're looking for a loose/baggy fit you'll want to size up. August 30, 2013
Great Fishing & Boating Shorts Bought the Silver Ridge Cargo Shorts for fishing, crabbing and general summer outdoor wear. Medium fits very well for me with a 34-35 inch waist. Has a slim tailored look which is appreciated without the total baggie look of most cargo shorts. They dry quickly and have one zipped leg pocket, the others are velcro closures. Would recommend both leg pockets be zipped for valuables safety if you happen to go overboard. Removable belt works well and is practical around water. All in all a great product so far. August 16, 2013
Great shorts I bought the shorts for a four day hike in Olympic National Park. They were comfortable, durable, and functional. The front pockets were deep enough to keep stuff in but not so deep they got in the way. The zip cargo pocket was the feature I really liked for stuff you could not lose. August 12, 2013
A great pair of shorts Great fit in waist and length, color as described, quality of materials very good. They are light and will be great shorts for an active summer. very water resistant. The cargo style pocket is hidden, making the shorts look stylish and well fitting. Overall great quality shorts! August 4, 2013
Great Shorts Just what I was looking for. A lightweight short with side velcro pocket. I received my first pair and immediately ordered another pair in different color. July 31, 2013
Summer Cargo short Bought these shorts for my husband for our trip to hot & humid Savannah. Fits true to size, loves all the pockets. Very comfortable, lightweight and nice looking, so much so I got him another pair. July 29, 2013
Cargo Short + Camp Muir I wore these for camp muir hike and felt really good, it was a nice mid 70's day hike! July 26, 2013
This is a great product Nice looking, fits well. Fully functional and stylish front pockets with easy to access back pockets (just the right amount of Velcro). Can wear right out of the dryer (no special after-wash care required). Light-weight, and quick to dry when wet. Great for camping. July 24, 2013
Light weight I love how light they are. I sit in a scooter (handicapped) in the afternoons and these really are cool with this humidity. The length may need to be one more inch longer. May get that length next time. Will buy again and again. July 14, 2013
Brilliant Shorts for my lifestyle I had to actually collect my shorts from my sons address in San Francisco because Columbia wont ship to New Zealand. In NZ you can only purchase one colour (Sage Green) I will always buy these shorts as they are the absolute best shorts that I have ever owned and likely to own. Robert New Zealand July 9, 2013
Long shorts Finally a company, that makes a short long enough for long legs. July 8, 2013
Men's Silver Ridge™ Cargo Short These seem to be just the ticket for work. I operate a water taxi and these shorts are great. They are cool in the hot weather and dry quickly if I get wet (rain). These shorts came with a narrow web belt, but I wish the belt loops on the shorts were a little larger, so that I could use my larger Columbia web belt. I will be ordering a couple more pair before the summer is over. July 4, 2013
Love these shorts The material is lightweight and comfortable. I am able to run, fish, workout, and they still look nice paired with a good shirt. They dry quickly. The only negative, which is my mostly my laziness, they winkle a lot if left in dryer. June 30, 2013
Comfort in the Heat I have enjoyed the fit and comfort of these shorts in the humid that climate that I live in during the summer months. The comfort is unreal as they don't stick to you and they are very breathable. June 28, 2013
Great look and color I bought this for my husband. He has 2 others in different colors. Love the style and from the picture on line, the color I chose looked to be charcoal. It really is dark navy and a terrific color so we are delighted. Would highly recommend this product. June 24, 2013
Perfect Fit and Finish The shorts arrived exactly as promised and in plenty of time for my planned vacation. I waited until a week before I was to leave to make the purchase. Columbia promised delivery in 3 to 5 days and they arrived in 3. Thanks, Columbia, for performing as promised. June 19, 2013
All the features of the shorts comes in very handy. Very pleased with the overall design/shape of the shorts. The feel of the material and the number of pockets add to the overall comfort and product usefulness. A greater color selection would be the ultimate option. Regards! June 14, 2013
As usual As usual Columbia has delivered an excellent product. These shorts wear great and are really comfortable. May 10, 2013
Cargo for Golf course These shorts have all the features required for golf, beach , summer concert or just a walk in the park. Excellent weight, color, sun protection, moisture resistance.......everything but money in the pockets arrived when I received these shorts. May 9, 2013
So far, so good Only had a chance to wear them once so far, but everything seems great. They do feel a little small in the waist for a 32, but that's what elastic's for. May 3, 2013
7 Months in Peace Corps South Pacific I'm a Peace Corps volunteer in Vanuatu, a subtropical island nation in the South Pacific. I feel air conditioning about once a week when I go into town and go explore the bush multiple times a week. Before leaving, I purchased 4 pairs of these shorts at a local department store: 2 grey, 1 brown, 1 green. Knowing what little I did before departure, I was looking for lightweight, stain-resistant pants. Additionally, I bought 2 pairs of Blood & Guts convertible pants which I wear almost exclusively as shorts. First, the pros and cons of the Silver Ridge shorts and then a little compare and contrast with the B&Gs. Cons: The inseam of one pair of my shorts split open within the first month of my service. As all of the others have held up I can only assume that I stressed an uncommon flaw in an uncommon way. Also, when sitting inside, these shorts do feel a bit long. My generation finds shorts below the knees to be fashionable, but in a hot climate it's really the shorter the better (within respectability). However, when riding in the backs of pickups or other situations where you must sit for long periods of time in the sun, long pants help to protect the thighs from sunburn. Pros: These are very lightweight pants and keep me cool. The mesh pockets have not been an issue for me and, I'm guessing, feel a lot better than cotton pockets sticking against the skin. I wash my clothes with an overnight soaking method here using tap water and laundry detergent in a bucket. I put them through a lot and they come out looking more or less like the day I bought them. I've been unable to remove the cuttlefish ink from one pair, but that's the only significant stain on my four pairs. Against the Blood & Guts shorts: I have not used the Blood & Guts shorts for their intended purpose: lots of fishing on a boat. But I do lots of things that get me dirty in a saltwater and tropical backcountry environment and I'd have to say that I much prefer the Silver Ridge shorts to the B&Gs for two reasons. One, the B&Gs are a significantly heavier construction and, two, the fabric seems to soak up grunge a lot more, making the B&Gs feel dirtier far quicker than the Silver Ridge shorts. The one benefit to the B&G shorts is the cut, for walking around in the backcountry they are the right cut: just a little above the knee and not quite so loose in the fit. I know it's pretty specific, but if I could get Silver Ridge fabric in a B&G cut, I'd say that'd be the perfect walkabout short on subtropical islands. April 26, 2013
Nice looking and great fit Nice and light especially for backpacking but I wish the hip pockets were deeper and that one back pocket was zippered. Earlier versions of this short did have deeper pockets. April 25, 2013
Nice Hiking Shorts Comfortable, lightweight, full featured sport shorts. I have not had the opportunity to use them yet (too cold so far) but the quality appears to be there. One minor issue is that they are only about 11.5 inches in length, not 12 as advertised. April 23, 2013
A disappointment I guess I didn't read the product description well enough. The material is 100% synthetic. It doesn't breathe and gets hot when it's hot out. The pockets are shallow and make me worry about things falling out of them when I sit down. The shortest inseam is 10" and that still touches the knee of this 6' guy - this is important when I am ascending slickrock. I don't like to be restricted in my movements while "going up". I wouldn't buy them again. April 21, 2013
Perfect shorts for me Great fit, love the length (I'm 6'6" and it's great to find 12" inseam), very lightweight yet sturdy and durable. The quick dry aspect makes them the perfect travel short. Will be just right for our Galapagos trip this summer. March 28, 2013
Not loose fitting These shorts are not loose fitting. Tight around the thighs, rear end, and front. Waist was fine, so size was not the issue. Needs deeper pockets, too. I really like the material and overall feel......the cut is just too fitted, felt constricted. I am returning them. March 27, 2013
Mens Silver Ridge Cargo Shorts I like all aspects of the silver ridge cargo shorts. I like the elastic waist with the light weight belt I like the light weight material I like the fit I like the clean look What I don't like is the length of the shorts. I ordered size 34x12. what I received is 34x11?? On 2-8-13 I ordered silver ridge shorts. size 34x12 and got 34x11?? March 21, 2013
Good quality shorts I definitely like these shorts. I am 6'2" and got the ones with a 12" inseam. They almost cover my entire knee cap. Very lightweight, yet durable material. I will be buying another pair in a different color soon. They should hold up a long time. February 13, 2013
still good I wish it had the two zippered pockets like the older style. February 11, 2013
Great Multi-purpose short I had just got these in and wanted to give them a try. Some of my friends were going for a 5 mile run, so I decided to join in while wearing these shorts. I was amazed at how comfortable they were. Our 5 miler turned into an 8 miler and I still had NO ISSUES with them. I was very impressed, and yes, I do recommend them! February 10, 2013
As Advertised Very functional, kept cool in a hot 86 degree Florida day, fully functional cargo packets to keep things safe. Used at Disneyworld and was perfect with all the stuff you need to carry around for twelve hours. Very Lightweight! Talk about packing light. Fit was very good, the long pants version was very snug in the crotch area and was just as good. February 9, 2013
Perfect fit Bought the 12" for my husband. They fit perfectly and look great. My only issue, albeit small, is the online colors are hard to differentiate. Gravel? Grill? I chose gravel, which is a dark gray-green. Black would be nice. November 29, 2012
Favorite shorts Great shorts for water based summer activities. These shorts fit great and are not too short with the 12 inch inseam. My favorite shorts. October 14, 2012
great shorts they look great and they fit great. bound to lower my golf score October 3, 2012
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Greg Bates is a Sophmore at CSULB and currently majoring in Information Systems but also takes classes on the side for web and graphic design. He is a writer for an online magazine StyleCeo which deals with fashion. He also builds websites from scratch for different online businesses and corporations. In his spare time, he enjoys sports, being with his girl, or just doing some freelance work. If you like his work and you'd like for him to work as a freelancer for you, you can contact him at http://twitter.com/TheAllureIs_
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Harvest Month: Pumpkin Seed Brittle
We've been waiting to blog this for almost a year. This Pumpkin Seed Brittle from Epicurious is a stunning autumn treat, made with just a little water, salt, sugar, and green pumpkin seeds. The seeds get toasted as they cook in the caramelizing sugar. Great for snacking, or to serve with ice cream!
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i've never cooked a pumpkin before, in any fashion. (i grew up thinking the guts were something to throw away, and that pumpkin pie filling came from a can. mea culpa.)
so, if i want to try this, and the recipe says use hulled green seeds....what's the best way for me to get the hull off the seed?


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Minority species as livestock
Some livestock farmers have diversified recently into the rearing of species not indigenous to the UK, including Asian water buffalo, North American bison, ostrich and camelids, or rearing species indigenous in historic times, such as wild boar and deer.
The Openfields library holds resources on raising minority species as livestock, including:
- Wild boar
- Llamas and alpacas
- Deer
- Buffalo
- Ostrich
OpenFields brings together authoritative minority farmed species information from universities, colleges and the industry.
A sample of Items held in the Minority species as livestock category
- Beekeeping – an introduction
- Alpacas
- Worm Farming
- Vension Production
- Lowland deer: low input systems for venison production - MS0312
- An Introduction to Miscanthus
- Wild Boar Production
- Feld Vegetable Production – an introduction
- UK rabbit meat market: is there potential to develop?
There are currently no subcategories in the Minority species as livestock section.
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- Use the search box above to find items in the library
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The OpenFields Library is a free online library contains items of interest to practitioners and researchers in the agricultural and landbased industries.


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A budget-busting proposal in the Republican platform
"The double-layered fencing on the border that was enacted by Congress in 2006, but never completed, must finally be built."
— The Republican Party's 2012 platform, according to language obtained by Politico.com.
The Facts:
The Secure Fence Act of 2006 (PDF) called on the Homeland Security Department to "provide for at least 2 layers of reinforced fencing, the installation of additional physical barriers, roads, lighting, cameras and sensors" in four segments comprising at least 700 miles of the 1,969-mile U.S.-Mexico border. These segments, when mapped out, look like this:
The bill cited by the Republican platform calls for these 700-plus miles to be double-layer fencing, like what we saw in San Diego late last year:
The platform is correct that, though hundreds of miles of fencing have been built, these four segments have not been completed, and almost none of what was built is double-layer fencing.
What the platform neglects to note is the extremely high cost of complying with the Secure Fence Act mandate, which is the main reason why it was not fulfilled.
In 2009 the U.S. Government Accountability Office (PDF) sought to calculate the cost in 2007 and 2008 of building 140 miles of new "pedestrian fencing" — a single-layer fence built to keep out people on foot. It came up with an average of US$3.9 million per mile. Existing secondary fencing, the GAO reported, cost about US$2 million more to build.
At US$5.9 million per mile, then, heeding the Republican platform's call to comply with the 2006 mandate would cost over US$4.1 billion — more than the Border Patrol's entire annual budget (US$3.55 billion - PDF). Since fencing is most lacking in areas of particularly difficult terrain, the actual price tag could be higher.
In a time of severe budget austerity, does the Republican platform really propose such an astronomical expense?
P.S. Of particular interest is Texas, which even today has very little fencing, much less double fencing. Compare this Border Patrol map of current fencing (source - PDF) to the 2006 Secure Fence Act plan above.
To build a fence along the entire meandering length of the Rio Grande would take a stunning "10 to 15 years and US$30 billion." The source of that estimate is a leading Republican: Texas Governor Rick Perry.
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Excavations at the Odeion of Sagalassos were initiated in 2005. This concert hall for musical and poetic performances is situated on a terrace to the north of the Lower Agora, partly built into the slope below the Upper Agora. It is the southernmost monumental structure of which the orientation was still inspired by that of the Bouleuterion, built higher up around 100 B.C. The construction consisted of a covered semi-circular auditorium with a radius of 24 m, preceded in the south by a stage building with a ca. 50 m long façade, overlooking the Lower Agora. Part of the Odeion's semi-circular back wall still stands to a certain height, preserving several square beam holes for the roof structure, but showing several repairs. The auditorium may have seated up to 1500 spectators.
Excavations concentrated on the southeast part of the Odeion, uncovering parts of the scene, orchestra, cavea and a large entrance hall. This hall, consisting of two rectangular spaces was extremely well preserved: its ashlars walls were still standing to a height between 6 and 7 m. The northern hall could be entered in the east from outside, and contained several staircases on either side of a landing in the middle. A small staircase leads down into Room 1, which opened into the orchestra through an arch. From the landing, two larger staircases lead respectively to the entrance in the east and towards the sitting places in the west, especially towards to a small platform above the arch, providing a splendid view on the scene.
The podium has been uncovered over a length of ca. 10 m. Unfortunately, the scene wall was only preserved until a height of 2,75 m. The original façade with protruding aediculae was stripped in Late Antiquity, after which the upper part had been rebuilt in rubble stones, covered by plaster. Some parts of the original scene building have been discovered, such as fluted architrave-frieze blocks (Pfeiffenfriese) and cornices, but a reliable reconstruction of the façade is not yet possible. The orchestra likewise showed considerable traces of later changes and dismantling. The podium wall of the auditorium was standing till ca. 2 m, and the actual preserved structure was definitely the result of a late antique rebuilding operation, when also a water channel was built along the bottom of the wall. These alterations seem to have occurred in the 4th century A.D. or slightly later.
The seats of the cavea were not found in their original position. The poor state of preservation of the cavea did make it possible to excavate a kiln of the Late-Hellenistic/Early Imperial period in the slope of the hillside.
The chronology of the building was reconstructed as follows: in an early phase, dated in the 3rd quarter of the 1st c. AD, the outer wall of the cavea was constructed. The discovery of an exceptional column capital, however, may indicate that the construction even started at an earlier moment in time, more exactly the Augustan period. The evidence is, however, not conclusive. Around 100 AD, changes were already made in the water collection system, and also the eastern entrance hall, consisting of two rooms, was constructed. In this corridor, an elaborate water infrastructure had been placed to evacuate rain water next to ground water coming from the hillside. It seems thus now even more likely that this part was constructed just before, or at the same time of the Hadrianic nymphaeum at the Lower Agora, as was already suggested in the past. Finally, in the Severan period between 180 and 210 A.D., the scene building was erected. The Odeion remained in use until the first half of the 6th c. AD. There are traces for a major destruction around 500 AD. One had the intention to start with a reconstruction, as is indicated by a column deposit in the entrance hall and two column parts placed in front of the scene wall. This reconstruction was, however, son abandoned and further destruction struck the building, especially the lower part of the cavea. Probably spoliation of the seats and benches started already in 6th-7th century. One also started to fill the entrance halls with butchery refuse, while the central area of the scene and podium became a dump place for building materials. Not much later, (part of) the scaenae frons collapsed. Most parts of the back wall resisted longer, but large parts did fell down at some time after Antiquity, filling up the central area of the Odeion with a huge pile of stone blocks.


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Antti Niemi stopped 35 shots for his fourth shutout of the season, Logan Couture scored two goals, and the San Jose Sharks earned a key road victory by racing past the Phoenix Coyotes 4-0 on Monday night.
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You're about to sign on the dotted line for a home mortgage or car loan. Naturally, you're having second thoughts. Is this the best interest rate or term for this loan? What's the payment schedule going to look like? Did I do all my homework?
Before you ink the deal, take a look at the following templates. The Loan Amortization and Loan Analysis templates are based on the PMT function, which calculates a loan payment with a fixed interest rate and constant payments. Together, these templates can provide you with the wealth of numbers you need to compare rates and terms, review monthly principle and interest payments, and do a "what-if" analysis just like the suits up in finance.
The Loan amortization template calculates loan payments and interest on a loan and then displays a loan summary along with a list of monthly principle and interest payments for the life of the loan. It also calculates extra payments, a common practice for reducing loan costs.
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In a recent piece in The Economist on corporate intelligence ("The Bloodhounds of Capitalism"), the focus was less on spying, and more on how decision-makers are using investigators to figure what is going on at their own companies. Put off by the track record of incompetence, double-dealing, and compromised Big Four accounting firms, hedge funds, private-equity firms, and pension funds are turning to Sherlocks (or cheaper Watsons rather) instead of simply relying on public documents. (Interestingly for those into disruption, some firms like Kroll, described by the New Yorker as "the private CIA," are even expanding into the Big Four's accounting turf as well.)
Even without the budget or staff of Goldman Sachs (NYSE: GS), the average individual/retail investor could follow suit and go beyond 10-Ks and also read accounts by ex-employees, activist investors, and others that have become clearinghouses for the disgruntled and the concerned – such as re:Auditors maintained by Forbes columnist Francine McKenna.
While some companies may just be bad at corporate governance and looking to prevent major catastrophes while they get their house in order as fresh scandals erupt elsewhere, the article highlights a trend among emerging market companies to "self-investigate" to (a) discover any problems that may not occur to them, but would be concerns to Western investors, and (b) use their "clean bill of health" as part of their overall credibility package.
Moreover, the article hits upon not only an interesting economic indicator, but an area of the financial statements that might pique the interest of savvy investors:
Assignments linked to mergers and acquisitions have dwindled along with the number of deals, but other areas are expanding. One big source of work is the growing complexity of business regulation. Multinationals can never be sure that some employee, somewhere has not violated America's Foreign Corrupt Practices Act, or some other anti-bribery law.
The Mintz Group has also found that the due-diligence segment of its business had increased 40% over the last couple years, which prompted President James Mintz to quip to The Economist, "We tell clients to invest globally but investigate locally." Similarly, Kroll's Tom Hartley points out in the article that their impressive growth is a result of, "business we win in America but serve in Asia, driven by the export of Western ethics." The growth of depositary receipts (DRs/ADRs) which is a more formal way of exporting Western ethics is likely to fuel these trends as convenience and circumstance compel emerging market companies to list in the US (and even those traded OTC have key standards that must be met and expose them to American oversight.)
While the still prestigious Kroll's decline may have coincided with scandals and other integrity issues mostly linked to its former parent company Marsh & McLennan (NYSE: MMC). Kroll also provides insight into what can happen to FTI Consulting (NYSE: FCN), a corporate intelligence firm identified by The Economist as currently, "the best in the business," and best known for being in the lead investigator on the Madoff affair. A number of Kroll personnel now staff FTI and other firms, and their exodus from M&M's Kroll likely contributed to the decline of Kroll and was prompted by management losing its way.
However, unlike the Big Four accounting firms or the handful of premium consultancies like McKinsey which hold effective monopolies on top-tier clients, the corporate intelligence market is far from consolidated and FTI (though lucrative according to The Economist with "revenues of $177m and a profit margin of 17% in the first six months of 2012"), could suffer a similar fate – especially as it lacks the deep pockets of a parent company. The Motley Fool's Seth Jayson recently concluded that, "For the last fully reported fiscal quarter, FTI Consulting's year-over-year revenue shrank 6.7%, and its [accounts receivable] grew 3.4%. That's a yellow flag. End-of-quarter DSO [the number of days' worth of sales owed to the company] increased 10.8% over the prior-year quarter. It was up 6.5% versus the prior quarter. That demands a good explanation," and Jayson also observed that FTI's operating margin was continuing to dip below its historic five-year average.
Still, of all the contenders in the sector, FTI has been the most aggressive and may prove to be the Facebook to Kroll's MySpace – although people may be more interested in the LinkedIn or be holding out for the sector's niche Twitter. To muddy the metaphor further, a Kroll scion, K2 Intelligence has teamed up with Facebookie Peter Thiel's Planatir to go after Madoff victims that actually did rather well. Though K2's business model hinges on marketing the story they craft based on their data-crunching capabilities rather than the traditional sleuthing.
Another concern is that such sensitive undertakings are eventually an area that larger firms will prefer to keep in-house and that may in the end make a firm like FTI less able to grow and expand in the non-niche part of the sector. A passing look at Goldman Sachs' job postings over the last year shows an increasing rate of business intelligence-related hiring (especially in FTI and other's bread-and-butter technology functions). This might also have something to do with Goldman rethinking their investment into intelligence group Stratfor (especially after its continuing Wikileaks drama that has also pulled in Goldman).
Moreover, the recent investigative journalism of News Corporation (NASDAQ: NWS) that precipitated the division of the company and an earlier and unexpected succession are remarkably similar to many of the strategies and techniques used by business intelligence agents. In the end, an attempt to defend themselves through "self-investigating" or other means may find many companies inadvertently running afoul of the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act whether or not they use a professional service.
There may be a reason why FTI is the sole business intelligence firm willing to go public. Until there are more to compare, this might be a sector needing more circum'spection by investors.
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An Atlanta-based nonprofit organization and a luxury dress designer are teaming up to host an event Saturday aimed at teaching teenage girls how to act like ladies on prom night.
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The idea is to prepare girls ages 13-18 for prom night and to teach them about modesty. #PromParty promises a day filled with makeup demonstrations, manicures, a LeGair Brand luxury fashion show, a boys panel and an prom etiquette overview.
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Victoria's Secret Model's Full-Body Workout
Victoria's Secret Model Workout: 10-Minute Fat-Blasting Circuit
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This fat-blasting workout video, created for POPSUGAR Fitness by Andrea Orbeck, will work your entire body in 10 minutes. Andrea has trained many Victoria's Secret models — who will film the annual fashion show tomorrow that will air Dec. 10 — and now she'll train you in the comfort of your living room, no props needed. So no excuses!
Press play, and follow along as Andrea leads you through this short but intense workout.
Looking to tone and sculpt? Andrea's 10-minute butt workout will lift and shape your backside. For creating a sexy arms, try her 10-minute arm-sculpting workout. We think you will love them both.View Transcript »
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nathclorinda 28 weeks
Geez, I'm gonna die ! I'm soak sweat LOL !
Kate15430474 29 weeks
Is this mainly just a leg workout than a full body workout? I mean it's definitely cardio but you don't really do much with your arms
Kelly15350127 32 weeks
I do this twice a day in the morning and at night. It makes me feel really good especially since I don't do much during the afternoons
Kim15348328 32 weeks
oh god i think i am dying and my legs are feeling it:)
Rhonda15337179 32 weeks
Oh, golly. I'm out of breath. This is great when one doesn't have enough time to do a thorough workout like Tracy Anderson. I don't feel guilty after spending 10 min on this. I feel the burn in my thighs.
MaryFerguson40743 33 weeks
Oh yay! So according to the other comments, I should expect to be sore tomorrow. Super duper. Reason #2 I hate working out. But I did it. I am an out of shape heiffer, heavier than I've EVER been, so I've got to do something. I found this workout to be good for me. I wasn't able to keep up with one of the moves, but I did the rest at my own pace. Perhaps I will eventually be able to do each move at the same pace as the instructor soon....
VickyClemmons 34 weeks
this is pretty awesome. Ill do it
PrudyJudy 34 weeks
Hahah..."I am not a critic and I do not judge but........" Someone needs to familiarize herself with what being a judgmental critic constitutes. "Zelana this is your blog! you made yourself look really bad on this video. i know you are not the instructor but you are making yourself look really lazy. I am not a critic and I do not judge but I found it really disturbing. it looks like it bothered a lot of other viewers."
KBrit 36 weeks
Just finished this 10 min session and I'm impressed. Literally worked up a sweat and I even workout 5 - 6 times a week. I loved move #5, Curtsy Lunge - You can really feel the stretch and burn in your lower body.
Britney-A15178543 39 weeks
This is GREAT!! It is super quick but no less powerful! Also pretty easy for those with knee problems. Woke up this morning and my arms, glutes, thighs, and calves were sore after just TEN MINUTES!
norvegienne 39 weeks
Love this! Have always trained ballet, but this was really hard
pdbjay 39 weeks
Tried this for the first time and I am soooo sore! I love it. It is a perfect mini workout before I get ready for work in the morning. Awesome!
Maila15163285 39 weeks
This is great! It's so much fun for a workout. I'm definitely going to do this regularly C;
Tierra15032016 44 weeks
Zelana this is your blog! you made yourself look really bad on this video. i know you are not the instructor but you are making yourself look really lazy. I am not a critic and I do not judge but I found it really disturbing. it looks like it bothered a lot of other viewers.
Michelle14849576 1 year
That brunette does not represent "fit"sugar very well, she does all of the moves with fake enthusiasm rather than inspiring viewers to work harder and feel motivated.
Nohelia-f 1 year
The brunette was doing everything wrong.
eileenboc 1 year
love this workout, really gets your heart pumping and legs burning!! If you liked this leg workout, you should check out Andrea Orbeck's 10min arm workout... it's a killer!!
Sarah14789583 1 year
Oh gosh - I started this yesterday. The muscles in my legs are stiff :P It's awesome. I plan on doing this every day to help get me back up to par. Two minutes left on the excercises and I already was exhausted xP I can't wait to see the change!
Gabriella14753496 1 year
Love it!
jivy1 1 year
Been doing this two weeks love it lose 3 pounds
KayleeeeB1026 1 year
How many days do you have to do this exact workout to lose around 15 pounds?
BarbieToo 1 year
?ve been doing this for only one week and I'm already watching results !
NikiDinki 1 year
i want to die
newtess 1 year
This is my regiment!!
Ashley14464431 1 year
This burns 100 calories!
diamondsdawn 1 year
so annooying watched it on the train, got home cant watch it!!!! any suggestions
victoriafield 1 year
I LOVE this video! :) I do it every day along with my crossfit workout!
Betina14339262 1 year
muy buenos 10 minutos muy intensos
Cynthia14337129 1 year
y can't i download the video?
Chelsey8102922 1 year
I really love this work out. I focus on some ab workouts and arm workouts and then finish with this one. It's a good burn and my heart gets racing! <3 it!
lsanchez2 1 year
i love this video and 3 days ago i started to do the 3 videos from Andrea Orbeck!!!
lemonsquare 1 year
So good! I do this after my weight training routine - great bonus!!
Hannah3636119 1 year
Vivi14 1 year
Angela3650440 1 year
love it! I loved the ballet. make a barree one !
VickyCM 1 year
I started yesterday and my legs are killing me... I guess I am a bit more out of shape than I thought I was...
Stunned 1 year
Love this workout.i have fibromyalgia and don't always have the energy.need an App please.How many calories are burned? Thanks
BethanyK 1 year
Love this 10 minute workout! How do I know approx. how many calories I'm buring?
Kate14760252 1 year
This workout is awesome. It is part of my post-natal workout regular routine now. Thanks, Fitsugar and Andrea.
yogacyclelive 1 year
This is so great! Thank you!
Shamarie3547887 1 year
Love it, better Tony Horton!
fitforthesmokies 1 year
Are there any stretches anyone would recommend to do before or after this workout?
Sunny3386159 1 year
Cearthy 1 year
Been doing this for about 6 weeks. I've dropped a size and have lost 8lbs....seriously! I'm now adding an extra min. To 4 exercises of her min. moves so rather than doing a minute move I'm doing 2 min. moves. Thanks Andrea for helping me shed the weight I put on this past year after moving to another state.
Milly-May3130436 2 years
how many calories does this burn...
zoomzoom64 2 years
Looking great doing this little workout. I'll have to go shopping for new clothes soon! :)
SeattleMom 2 years
Great workout that doesn't require any equipment.\u00a0 I can even do it in my office between meetings.\u00a0 I love her joke about doing the plie jumps at the bus stop. \u00a0
Lisa2983255 2 years
Fun, intense and just 10 minutes! Exactly what I need. Thank you!
Lisa2983255 2 years
Fun, but very intense. This workout is just what I need and it can fit into anyone's busy schedule. Love it!
Erika2498380 2 years
Wow Is amaizing, you feel the work in all ur body!!! nice!!
Riza2374416 2 years
soooooo love all your workouts!!!! more power!!!
Ericka2515743 2 years
love it.. i was just wondering how many calories are burned after this work out?
JudyHeddens 2 years
LOVED this workout!! i could for sure feel the burn!! Makes me excited to lose my baby fat from my daughter :)
ALEX4sports 2 years
Dear,thanks for this nice workout.
taylor55 2 years
I normally don't like the workout videos on this site but I really loved this one!!
VivaciousBlossom 2 years
Just started doing this workout today. Hope to see results soon! :)
elysemckenna 2 years
bronzebeauty719 2 years
this is amazing! I have added it to my workouts the days I do yoga wish you would put these workouts up on youtube so we can do them via iPads, iPods, and AppleTV!
Pursy 2 years
This is one of my go-to work outs now when I only have 10 minutes to spare in my day! Thanks.
MichelleBarrell 2 years
I found this workout extremely useful and recommended it so many friends! Thank you Z. We want more 10 minutes workouts especially for belly and abs.
Papayamaya5 2 years
Any idea on how many calories are burned?
fitchick617 2 years
that was awesome i don't know what you guys were talking about im out of breath and sweaty lol.I was also glad for someone like myself who is trying to work out more this is great. With such a a busy schedule ten minutes not a problem !
LindaBlack 2 years
What the heck, no video player?
gailcastro 2 years
After years of hour long cardio routines I was stunned to find myself out of breath in only ten minutes. I am sure I will feel it tomorrow but I completed it. I'm 61 years old so feel especially proud!
fernie123 2 years
man, i felt like dying. it was great
Pursy 2 years
Oohh! I can't wait to do this workout tomorrow! I love these 10 minute workouts but would also appreciate a 25 or 35 minute video post, if possible, Fitsugar.
Gypsy2011 2 years
I love this workout,however didn't feel it was long enough. Can u plz post more total body workouts geared for 30 minutes.
brneze 2 years
Im wanting to add this exercise to my cardio under spark people, cant find it on there? and suggestions. By the way I love this exercise
bjeanne18 2 years
This workout looks great!!! Quick and easy to add to a gym routine :) Thanks!
So-what 2 years
I love this. B/w this video and the Jeanette Jenkins 10-minute bootcamp workout, you guys are on a roll. Keep it coming please!
wishful-thinking-again 2 years
This is a wonderful workout. I love it !!! More like this would be awesome. ;)


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(CNN) — Nearly three weeks after authorities found their charred remains in a family friend's home, Hannah Anderson's mother and brother were remembered Saturday at a public memorial service in Southern California.
"We are here to pray for Tina and remember her and for Ethan. Ethan doesn't need prayers. He is already an angel in heaven. And that is our great belief," said Father Kevin Casey at the opening of the service at Guardian Angels Catholic Church in Santee.
Every pew in the church was full.
"All of us would like to take away the awful pain that was inflicted on Hannah and on the whole family. We ask God for resurrection and light in this darkness and death," said Casey.
Before the start of the service, Hannah Anderson and her family greeted churchgoers. They then took their places on the first row and joined the congregation as it sang "Amazing Grace" and a procession gave way to the Holy Eucharist.
Christina Anderson and her son, Ethan, 8, were killed by family friend James Lee DiMaggio, who then set fire to his house and kidnapped Hannah, authorities say.
DiMaggio kidnapped Hannah on August 4, setting off a manhunt that ended hundreds of miles away from his San Diego-area home.
After evading authorities for a week, DiMaggio was spotted in the Idaho wilderness on August 10. An FBI agent shot him dead and Hannah was returned to her family in Southern California.
In an interview on NBC Thursday morning, Hannah thanked law enforcement officials and others involved in her rescue. She singled out the horseback riders who first spotted her in the Idaho wilderness.
"I'd like to say thank you, because without them I probably wouldn't be here right now," she said.
Since her return, a series of twists have emerged.
DiMaggio, 40, left a life insurance policy that named Hannah and Ethan's grandmother, Bernice Anderson, as the beneficiary.
The insurance policy led DiMaggio's family to seek a DNA test of Hannah and Ethan to find out whether he fathered the children.
A representative for the Anderson family shot down the allegation.
In addition, phone records indicate Hannah and DiMaggio called each other numerous times before both their phones were turned off on August 4, a search warrant revealed.
San Diego County deputies searching DiMaggio's charred home also found a handwritten note, handcuff box, camping equipment, a DNA swab kit, two used condoms and letters from Hannah, according to an affidavit.
But secrecy has surrounded the investigation. Officials have not revealed contents of the letters and the note.


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Talking about raceJuly 31,2013Now more than ever, the conversation about race needs to be brought to the dining table in every house, especially to those where white people have shied away from examining it.
For people of color in this country the conversation has so saturated their lives that they express anger and sadness in the many workshops I have conducted. Still others of both races are adamant that a white person has no business trying to lead a discussion about a subject in which their personal experience is as an observer.
Why bring it up in a place like Vermont where people think of themselves as tolerant, where there continues to be only a small segment of the population whose skin has a dark complexion? Surely, if there are so few people of color, then racism doesnt exist. But with very little effort it is possible to uncover the depths of racism that lurk even in Vermont.
Are there problems in Rutland? Emphatically, yes.
Here are a few stories of events involving African-American male adults that have occurred right here in Rutland. A college professor tries to go into Walmart with his small personal shoulder bag, no larger than a womans purse. He is stopped and asked to leave it at the desk. A therapist is in the grocery store shopping when a young mother pulls her daughter to her side protectively. A retired school teacher is waiting to cross at the corner of Merchants Row and Center Street. A car stops for the red light, and the passenger pointedly rolls up the window.
Three men happen to have a dark complexion. Their stories all hint at a bigger problem in the community. The problem is that people are constantly led to conclusions about people of color that have no basis in reality. Rich, poor, good, bad, it doesnt matter when the only measure that is used is the color of ones skin.
When unconscious racism occurs, it is just as hurtful, in some cases more hurtful, than blatant racism. It leaves people of color constantly in a state of anxiety. Was I treated like that because of the color of my skin? is often the predominant worry and immediate thought after an incident, especially for black males. What happens when the 911 call reports a suspicious person and the only identifier is that they are a black man? I heard that some time ago that actually happened to someone who was walking on Grove Street in Rutland.
There is no easy way to understand these events. Racism is often mixed in with other serious issues. Its hard to sort through the mix to discover the real source of the problem. Some people will no doubt read this and think that each of these examples can be explained on another level, but to me, and to many people of color whom I have talked with, the underlying racism is clearly not to be whitewashed. Its real. Its destructive. Its hurtful. It undermines our well-being as a community.
But we are fortunate in Rutland: We have a police chief who from day one has made anti-racism a priority. Within the first month of his tenure as chief, he met with local activists to determine the climate on race in Rutland. Within the first three months he brought in an expert on race and law enforcement to talk to his officers. He has continued his efforts to address the issue of race in policing even as he himself has come under attack for the behavior of some of his subordinates. And now he is working with Curtiss Reed, the executive director of the Vermont Partnership for Fairness and Diversity, to bring the discussion to other community leaders, including Mayor Louras and the Board of Aldermen.
This is not easy work. To confront racism means that one puts oneself in a spotlight that tends to attract controversy and criticism. Its not uncommon for someone, particularly when they are white, to be attacked from both sides of the issue.
The greatest challenge facing Rutland and Rutlanders is to understand that there is no easy fix, no easy answer. Each situation involving race prejudice, bias, discrimination is complicated by social, economic and political elements. That is why the conversation is so important. It is a conversation that should involve both black and white voices, our leadership and our citizens. No one group can bear the responsibility of moving us forward on this issue. We are after all part of one large community as residents of the United States. And we are part of a large world family, the family of humankind, brothers and sisters across oceans and continents. Our local experiences may differ, but our human experience is the same. We laugh, cry and feel pain the same as anyone, anywhere in the world. To think that we can use racism to divide us is to create a fog that hides our likeness, our humanness.
We need a community response that says Rutland does not tolerate injustice and unfair treatment based on the race or ethnicity of an individual. Bringing the issue of race to the table in each of our homes opens up the possibility of moving closer to understanding the realities of racism and how it affects our community. It is important for Rutlanders to join the national dialogue on race and racism as they consider what is best for our human family.
Dr. Alis Headlam is director of One World Consulting Inc. in Rutland.MORE IN CommentaryProfessional football is one of the nations largest entertainments, giving inspiration to... Full StoryPresident Barack Obamas rollout of a military campaign in Syria against the Islamic State gets... Full StoryMost people associate New Years resolutions with the week after Christmas, but every Labor Day... Full Story
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