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Watchdog groups rip DHS over claim agents waited to arrest illegal immigrant Senate intern
Anti-illegal immigration groups slammed the Department of Homeland Security for allegedly waiting to arrest an illegal immigrant intern working for a prominent U.S. senator until after the election -- though the department "categorically" denied the allegation.
Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents arrested Luis Abrahan Sanchez Zavaleta, 18, in front of his home in New Jersey on Dec. 6. One official involved in the case told the Associated Press that the DHS told agents not to arrest the individual, who was employed as an unpaid intern for Democratic New Jersey Sen. Robert Menendez, until after Election Day.
ICE spokesman Brian Hale called the claim "categorically false."
"ICE followed standard process in coordination with its federal partners and local prosecutors before taking appropriate enforcement action," he said in a statement.
But watchdog groups were not so convinced, with one calling for a separate investigation.
"The Department of Homeland Security knew that Luis Sanchez Zavaleta was both an illegal alien and a registered sex offender as early as October," said Dan Stein, president of the Federation for American Immigration Reform. "Nevertheless, high ranking DHS officials placed electoral politics ahead of public safety and the law, when they instructed ICE agents not to arrest Mr. Sanchez until after the 2012 elections."
Stein went on to say the account would "ratify charges by career ICE agents that the Obama administration is recklessly disregarding immigration law."
Stein called for a "full and independent investigation" into the case, "based on the allegations of the ICE officers and strong evidence that DHS leadership interfered in a criminal arrest for political reasons."
William Gheen, president of Americans for Legal Immigration PAC, went so far as to call for DHS Secretary Janet Napolitano's and Menendez' resignation.
"Menendez's new term in the U.S. Senate is illegitimate now that we know he would have likely lost his reelection bid if the White House had not protected the illegal alien sex offender intern from arrest before Election Day," he said in a statement.
It's unclear whether the arrest would have made a difference. Menendez won re-election with a comfortable 58 percent of the vote.
Menendez' office has meanwhile distanced itself from the intern.
Spokeswoman Tricia Enright said that he was an unpaid college intern in their Newark office for two months.
"No staff member responsible for managing the internship program had reason to believe, based on their interview process, that Sanchez had any criminal background or immigration issues. Clearly Mr. Sanchez sought to deceive our staff," she said in a statement.
Enright said Sanchez' "relationship with our office immediately ended" as soon as the senator's office was informed of his arrest. She said Menendez is "appalled" by the incident.
"He has no tolerance for those who violate the law and expects the authorities to continue to prosecute the case. Senator Menendez believes this incident underscores the reason we need comprehensive immigration reform that provides zero tolerance for those who have criminal records," she said.
The prosecutor's office in Hudson County, N.J., said Sanchez was found to have violated the law in 2010 and subsequently required to register as a sex offender. The exact charge was unclear because Sanchez was prosecuted as a juvenile and those court records are not publicly accessible. The prosecutor's office confirmed to AP that Sanchez registered as a sex offender, although his name does not appear on the public registry. The acting county prosecutor, Gaetano Gregory, is a Republican.
Authorities in Hudson County notified ICE agents in early October that they suspected Sanchez was an illegal immigrant who was a registered sex offender and who may be eligible to be deported. ICE agents in New Jersey notified superiors at the Homeland Security Department because they considered it a potentially high profile arrest, and DHS instructed them not to arrest Sanchez until after the November election, one U.S. official told the AP. ICE officials complained that the delay was inappropriate, but DHS directed them several times not to act, the official said.
It was not immediately clear why federal immigration authorities would not have been notified sooner about Sanchez's status.
During discussions about when and where to arrest Sanchez, the U.S. reviewed Sanchez's application for permission to stay in the country as part of President Obama's policy to allow up to 1.7 million young illegal immigrants avoid deportation and get permission to work for up to two years. As a sex offender, he would not have been eligible. Citizenship and Immigration Services, which oversees the program known as Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals, notified Sanchez of that shortly before his arrest, one official said.
Menendez said the arrest spoke to the need for comprehensive immigration reform that brings illegal immigrants out of the shadows.
The Associated Press contributed to this report.


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Technology in the classroom, like laptops and smart boards, have become commonplace in schools across the country.
But, what happens when a student can't see what is on the board or when a computer screen is too bright for them to read the text.
Those are some of the challenges that students with visual impairments face every day.
On this week's Teachers' Voices, we'll hear from Stephen Goudinoff and Greer Parrish, two Exceptional Education teachers in the Tucson Unified School District. They travel to multiple schools across the district, working to bridge the gap between students with varying degrees of visual impairments and the day-to-day activities of a modern classroom.
Assistive technology has come a long way, but it is Stephen and Greer's job to discover how to best utilize that technology for the individual needs of every student they work with. From learning how to use a braille writer to take notes or use email, to computer software that magnifies images or reads what is on the screen to the user.
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(Funding for the production of Teachers' Voices is provided by Wells Fargo and the University of Arizona College of Education. The series is produced by Matt Felix for Arizona Spotlight.)

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Party Plan: Love Is in the Kitchen This Valentines Day!
Celebrate this Valentine's Day with romantic recipes and friendly activities for everyone to enjoy!
Celebrate this Valentine's Day with romantic recipes and friendly activities for everyone to enjoy!
These simple and savory egg muffins will wow the gals at brunch, while giving everyone the protein they need to power through a day of Galentine's Day activities!
These soft, tender scones have a drizzle of sweetness in every bite!
Treat your Galentines to refreshing fruit pastries that are filled with flavor and a kiss of sweetness.
Show your family some love with this light, healthy and delicious pasta that's filled with an array of vegetables, giving you immense flavor in each bite.
Bring the entire family together with a Bayou-inspired shrimp boil that's a breeze to prepare.
Create a romantic dinner at home with elegant and easy-to-make mozzarella stuffed chicken. Your loved one will dig this delicious dish, and you'll love spending less time in the kitchen and more time with your Valentine.
Treat your significant other to an indulgent, juicy roast this V-Day. Savory shiitake butter seeps into the warm roast, creating a memorable, mouthwatering meal.
Prepare a simple, gooey dessert that will satisfy any sweet tooth. Pair this chocolate-y treat with vanilla ice cream and fresh berries for a sweet twist.
This berry tiramisu is sweet and perfect for a Valentine's Day dessert! Make this recipe ahead of time and keep it in the refrigerator until it's ready to be served.
A darling Valentine's Day take on classic cheesecake! Serve your sweetie these cute and creamy cupcakes. They're a breeze to make and everyone gets the perfect serving!
This one is for the kids and the kids at heart! Recruit your youngsters to help prepare these easy, no-bake Oreo pops.
A decadent twist on a campfire favorite! Get your kids involved by letting them decorate their s'mores with chocolate, marshmallows and M&M's.
These dessert shooters are quick to put together and fun to eat. The fresh berries pair perfectly with the ice cream and whipped cream for a treat your kids will love!
Your Galentine's Day brunch reaches next-level status with dazzling raspberry sorbet mimosas. The cold sorbet slowly melts in the champagne, giving you a sweet treat with every sip.
Treat your friends and family to this tasty Valentine's drink. It's filled with sweet flavor and the perfect bubbly texture!
A slightly sweet honey garlic sauce tops off this comforting creamy chicken and vegetable meal.
Switch up your classic beef burger for a simple, flavor-packed tuna burger. It's a cinch to put together and full of heart-healthy ingredients even Cupid would approve of.
These stuffed peppers are filled with protein and nutrients your body desires. They're easy to make and fun to eat!
Valentine's Day can be made that much more memorable with just a little planning ahead.
Galentine's is when you and your friends don't concern yourself with romance, but instead revel in friendship.
Take Valentine's Day as an opportunity to do a fun craft with your kids. They'll likely be making a valentine for everyone in class, so you want to make it unique, but also keep it from getting too elaborate.
From tips for a cozy night at home to recipes for a fantastic gathering, we've got plenty of Valentine's Day ideas to warm your heart.
Created by: Nicole Leggio, Cooking for Keeps
Is there anything more classic when it comes to fancy dinners than surf and turf? Whenever I hear that phrase, I automatically visualize a couple on their anniversary at the fanciest of steakhouses.
Created by: Carrie Robinson, Frugal Foodie Mama
Surf & Turf takes on a whole new tasty meaning with these Surf & Turf Bacon Burgers! Start with a juicy Black Angus burger, then add a light and creamy crabmeat topping and crispy bacon. It's an impressive burger perfect for a special night in.
Created by: Julia Mueller, The Roasted Root
When it comes to romantic holidays like Valentine's Day, sharing a home-cooked meal is a memorable, cost-effective and meaningful experience. For a romantic evening in, this baked salmon with lemon-caper sauce is a marvelous choice.
Created by: Nellie Tracy, Butter With a Side of Bread
I have been making more of an effort to cook healthy dinners lately, and this is one of my favorites. It doesn't take much time, but it has a beautiful presentation! Pair this dish with a simple salad and dinner is ready!
Created by: Emily Buys, Clever Housewife
For me, Valentine's Day isn't a day for expensive gifts, but honoring the love of your life by spending quality time together. A romantic dinner for two is the perfect way to do that. Make the Valentine's Day meal more special than any other day with some gourmet eats from your own kitchen, like this decadent Baked Brie!
Created by: Krissy Allori, Self Proclaimed Foodie
These little heart-shaped appetizers are perfect for parties – you can easily make a ton to feed a crowd. If there are any extras, stick them in your kids' lunches and they'll have all their friends wishing you were their mom!
Created by: Sharon Garofalow, Cupcakes and Cutlery
The goat cheese in this appetizer is so creamy – it pairs perfectly with the crunch from the pistachios and the bold flavors from the rosemary and pink peppercorns.
Created by: Julia Mueller, The Roasted Root
These sweet potato hearts fit the bill exactly. Sprinkle them with sea salt and pepper, or even drizzle them with melted butter and a sprinkle of cinnamon and brown sugar for the ultimate treat. Serve these beauties alongside your favorite Valentine's Day entrée for a vibrant and nutritious meal.
Created by: Jessica Williams, Butter With A Side of Bread
Put your heart into this simple-to-make, delicious fruit salad. It's a lovely take on the classic, with just a little extra effort required to make it perfectly suited for Valentine's Day!
Created by: Amy Christie, this heart of mine
Fall in love with the combination of fresh tomatoes, basil and creamy mozzarella, drizzled to perfection with Balsamic reduction.
Created by: Krissy Allori, Self Proclaimed Foodie
If you need anything to turn red, beets are your answer. In addition to natural color, you get to enjoy all of the super food properties from the beets. Plus, much like cooking with pumpkin, zucchini, or carrot, beets add moisture and a velvety texture. Their earthy taste pairs especially well with chocolate too. I call that a win-win situation.
Created by: Erin, Dinners, Dishes, and Desserts
Start your Valentine's Day off right with a fun, heart-shaped breakfast. This French toast is a snap to make — just use a cookie cutter to cut out the heart shapes. Top it with a little Nutella and berries and you've got a decadent, delicious way to start the day with your significant other.
Created by: Carrie Robinson, Frugal Foodie Mama
You only need four simple ingredients to make these fun and kid friendly Chocolate-Dipped Valentine's Day Wafer Sandwiches! In fact, they are so easy to make that you can even let the kids get in on the chocolate dipping fun.
Created by: Amy Christie, this heart of mine
Celebrate the season of love with a creamy cup of colorful cocoa. Don't let the pink color deceive you, it's chock full of chocolatey goodness! Don't forget the heart-shaped sprinkles for an extra dose of love.
Created by: Nicole Leggio, Cooking for Keeps
When it comes to Valentine's Day, one ingredient reigns supreme – chocolate. Whether you take it in the form of a heart-shaped truffle or four-tiered cake, chances are, you consume some form of chocolate on Valentine's Day. Pairs well with Noble Vines 337 Cabernet Sauvignon.
Created by: Emily Buys, Clever Housewife
Finish off your Valentine's Day dinner with this Black Forest Cake. It's easy to make, and you'll look like a gourmet!
Created by: Krissy Allori, Self Proclaimed Foodie
If you're considering making a batch of chocolate-covered strawberries to impress a loved one this Valentine's Day, try making these cookies instead! I promise you won't be disappointed.
Created by: Carrie Robinson, Frugal Foodie Mama
Turn up the heat this Valentine's Day with this Red Hot Layer Cake! This fun and romantic two-layer white cake is frosted with an easy-to-make cinnamon candy-infused vanilla frosting.
Created by: Erin Sellin, Dinners, Dishes, and Desserts
Hot Chocolate Brownie Pie is a fudgy hot chocolate brownie topped with a layer of chocolate pudding mousse and fresh whipped cream. And of course lots of marshmallows when it is time to serve!
Created by: Jessica Williams, Butter With A Side of Bread
Just a handful of ingredients yields the most delicious homemade chocolate truffles ever. Smooth, creamy and perfectly sweet, your sweetheart will swoon over these tasty little treats. Add a festive touch with a contrasting chocolate and colorful Valentine's Day sprinkles on top!
Created by: Sharon Garofalow, Cupcakes and Cutlery
This simple dessert cheeseball is perfect for all ages to make, and it's a treat the whole family can enjoy together after dinner. I love to see the look on my kid's faces as we dig into a dish they helped make! Spending time in the kitchen with your kids is a great way to make memories on Valentine's Day.
Created by: Nicole Leggio, Cooking for Keeps
These mini pizzas pack in a double whammy – not only are they miniature, but they are heart-shaped, which means they're infinitely more adorable than your average pie. I also love that these are a perfect way to include the kiddos in your Valentine's Day festivities.
Created by: Julia Mueller, The Roasted Root
Whenever possible, I try to keep my dessert recipes on the clean end, using whole food, un-processed ingredients. Of course, chocolate treats that don't require a huge time investment and only call for a few ingredients are an ultimate bonus. This chocolate truffle recipe is not only quick and easy to prepare, but also melt-in-your-mouth delicious all while staying on the healthful end of the dessert spectrum.
Created by: Nicole Leggio, Cooking for Keeps
There's something special about making a drink completely from scratch, and when it comes to Valentine's Day, only red and pink will do!
Created by: Julia Mueller, The Roasted Root
Strawberry shakes are one of my favorite treats to make throughout the year, but they're particularly lovely on Valentine's Day since they're a pretty pink hue. Try out this recipe this Valentine's Day in place of a sugary cocktail and you'll get all the same delicious, special occasion flavor with none of the side effects.
Created by: Leigh Ann Hieronymus
Use good-quality Parmesan for a winning risotto. This recipe works well with fresh mushrooms, too!
Created by: Erin Sellin, Dinners, Dishes, and Desserts
Valentine's Day is right around the corner, so here are 5 tips to make it extra special for everyone in your life.
Created by: Sharon Garofalow, Cupcakes and Cutlery
My husband and I made a pact to try and have a date night at least once a month. Dining out can be costly, and after a busy week I often want to stay in and relax. So I created 5 simple date night ideas you can easily do at home.
Created by: Sharon Garofalow, Cupcakes and Cutlery
My husband and I love to host people in our home. But to some, the idea of throwing a dinner party can be overwhelming. I have 3 tips to share that will help you host without the stress and provide a wonderful experience for your guests.
Created by: Emily Buys, Clever Housewife
Many people skip the big gifts on Valentine's Day, opting for a heartfelt card instead. Well, nothing is more heartfelt than making a handmade card from scratch. These glittery Valentine's Day cards are easy to make and offer a great opportunity to get the kids involved.
Created by: Amy Christie, this heart of mine
Sugar cookies are delicious, there is no doubt. A sugar cookie bar is a great reason to gather with family and friends and enjoy something sweet this Valentine's Day. Whether you eat all the finished products or give them away, just enjoy and have fun!
Created by: Nellie Tracy, Butter With a Side of Bread
Can't decide whether to give your sweetheart chocolate, flowers or a gift card for Valentine's Day? This easy-to-make bouquet is the perfect blend of all three!
Created by: Amy Christie, this heart of mine
Spread the love (and sweet treats!) in a handmade Woven Heart Treat Bag. It's very simple, although it does require a bit of precision. Your Valentine will know your gift is from the heart.
Created by: Emily Buys, Clever Housewife
Show your kids how much you love them this Valentine's Day by crafting a DIY heart t-shirt with them. The kids can make mom a homemade t-shirt as a thoughtful gift, or they can craft up a shirt for to wear on Valentine's Day. It's a win-win, and super cute.
Created by: Erin Sellin, Dinners, Dishes, and Desserts
These Valentine's lollipops are a super easy craft that you can do with your kids. They will have a great time helping, and you have an edible treat afterwards! You could wrap them in cellophane with a red or pink ribbon, and have a great gift for teachers or friends too.
Created by: Elizabeth Mayberry, Oak + Oats
As an adult, I miss making Valentine's Day boxes for school and writing Valentines for everyone in the class to pass out, so each year I try to celebrate a little bit and share the love with my friends.
Created by: KC Coake, The Real Thing with the Coake Family
I've got a simple and beautiful DIY gift idea for you that is great for Valentine's day, teacher appreciation day, a sick friend or a pick me up for someone going through the loss of a loved one or a hard time.
Created by: Tara Kuczykowski, Unsophisticook
This stunningly simple carnation flower arrangement is nearly effortless. Trimming down the stems and using a low, round bubble vase shows off these blooms to perfect. All you need is a sharp pair of floral shears and about five minutes of time!
Created by: Madison Wetherill, A Joyfully Mad Kitchen
Looking for an easy date night in for Valentine's Day this year? This easy tablescape is the perfect way to wow your sweetheart this year.
Created by: Jamielyn, I Heart Naptime
These Valentine's Day love bug fruit cups are the perfect non-candy Valentine for kids. They would make a great class party snack or lunch box treat.
Share some fantastic food with someone special – the perfect combination for Valentine's Day!
Created by: Ashley Torres, Pursuit of Shoes
Put a twist on classic bubbly! Flavorful blackberries make this simple and delicious drink a wonderful toast for your romantic celebration.
Created by: Cathy Pollack, Noble Pig
We all love special treatment once in a while. Whether it's kind words, a thoughtful note or a heartfelt gesture, it's nice to know someone is thinking about us.
Created by: Carrie Robinson, Frugal Foodie Mama
Valentine's Day is served with ease thanks to this quick, elegant meal for two! Juicy tenderloin steaks, a flavorful marinade, plus a simple cream sauce…it's sure to impress.
Created by: Nicole Leggio, Cooking for Keeps
Almost everyone on your gift list will love this bouquet filled with different types of candy and Gift Cards. Follow these step-by-step instructions for a super-easy, pretty way to present your bouquet for Valentine's Day!
Created by: Julia Mueller, The Roasted Root
With Valentine's Day just around the corner, it's time to start thinking about romantic desserts. I am a dark chocolate lover …
Created by: Ashley Torres, Pursuit of Shoes
Roses are red, violets are blue, I've got something extra special just for you! Call me untraditional, but making reservations on Valentine's Day is overrated.
Created by: Nicole Leggio, Cooking for Keeps
Some people are just so-so about Valentine's Day, or they boycott it altogether. Then there are those who are head over heels for the day and go all out celebrating. I'm one of the latter.
Created by: Julia Mueller, The Roasted Root
When it comes to making appetizers for friends and family, I usually keep it as fresh as possible. I'm a big fan of roasted vegetables, so prosciutto-wrapped asparagus makes for an easy and pleasing pre-meal tapa that's also sharable.
Created by: Elisabeth McKnight, Bella the Blog
This easy treat is just right for Valentine's Day at home with your family. The kids will love helping out and everyone can enjoy it right away because there's no bake time!
Created by: Greggy Soriano, Greggy's Digest
This side dish will win your date's heart on Valentine's Day! Make a loving impression by baking Cheesy Au Gratin Potatoes with Bechamel Sauce. These baked potatoes with cheese, sour cream and a rich bechamel sauce are topped with panko breadcrumbs to make this dish the love of your life.
Created by: Hannah Hagler, Champagne Lifestyle
One of the hardest things about being vegan or lactose intolerant is missing out on delicious desserts when you eat out or you're at a party. Every year on Valentine's Day, my boyfriend and I stay home and cook together in our pajamas, but we usually don't make a dessert.
Created by: Hannah Hagler, Champagne Lifestyle
Every year for Valentine's Day, my boyfriend and I make dinner at home. We always try a new recipe, and it becomes such a fun experience – cooking together in the kitchen, lighting some candles for ambiance and getting to eat in our pajamas.
Make this Valentine's Day dinner unique and from the heart by making it all yourself. From the flowers to appetizers to dessert, we'll help you create the perfect night for you and your special someone.
Chocolate syrup, Reddi Wip® and chocolate powder top off this delicious after dinner pick-me-up that's sure to keep your Valentine's night going.
This rib eye steak bursts with flavor when topped with fire roasted tomatoes in basil pesto.
Combine roasted beets, arugula, radicchio mixture, oranges and hazelnuts and dress with a vinaigrette to make a salad you're sure to fall in love with.
Start your evening with this tasty treat. Fill wonton tartlets with a combination of Egg Beaters®, goat cheese and sun-dried tomatoes. Bake and serve warm.
Mini chocolate spread sandwiches made with buttery crackers and covered with delicious chocolate.
Decorate a large gift basket and deliver some great family presents like a movie, games, dinner options and more.
Create a large decorative gift basket designed to deliver a romantic package of gifts to your sweetie on Valentine's Day like a romantic movie, sparkling cider, a scented candle and more.
Rolled into a ball, stuck with a stick and decorated with white and pink icing, these chocolate chip cookies are a perfect Valentine treat. Or anytime treat for that matter.
The last thing you want to hear when you're hosting a kids party is "we're hungry," or "we're bored." Use this Party Plan and you'll be fully prepared to host the most fun kids party around.
Peanut butter coated popcorn and pretzel recipe that resembles 'puppy chow' for a quick sweet treat.
Chicken tender recipe coated with double-toasted panko bread crumbs and shredded Parmesan cheese.
A delicate pecan shortbread crust topped with cream cheese, fresh strawberries, chocolate and Reddi-wip.
Deliver your Valentine's treats in a gift bag designed to look like the candy inside of it.
The only thing sweeter than bringing roses to your sweetheart is bringing this hand made chocolate rose bouquet to your Valentine.
A mac and cheese recipe flavored with chili and zesty tomatoes for an extra kick. Velveeta® is a brand of Kraft Foods Inc.
It wouldn't be Valentine's day without this deliciously, chocolatey, mousse topped with a chocolate heart to make it extra sweet.


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Stars hope to boost playoff chances against Kings
The Dallas Stars aren't letting the trades of some of their top players prevent them from still making a run at a playoff spot.
The Stars take aim at a third straight victory on Tuesday evening when they play host to the Los Angeles Kings.
Dallas had lost three straight and four of five prior to consecutive road wins at Anaheim and San Jose. The Stars have strung those wins together despite trading both forwards Jaromir Jagr and Derek Roy last Tuesday a little over a week after dealing away former captain Brenden Morrow.
The Stars snapped the San Jose Sharks' winning streak at seven games with Sunday's 5-4 shootout victory. Dallas twice rallied from two-goal deficits in the game before Jaime Benn had the lone goal of the tiebreaker.
Kari Lehtonen made 32 saves and rookie Alex Chiasson scored twice in his third NHL game. His second tally started Dallas' second comeback in the game, one that Loui Eriksson completed to force overtime with a goal at the 9:14 mark of the third.
With 39 points, Dallas is four back of the eighth-place Detroit Red Wings in the Western Conference standings with 10 games to play.
"The only thing that matters is what we believe in this dressing room," Benn said. "It's not going to be pretty some nights. But the effort is going to be there and the heart and character will be there also. I think you saw part of that."
The Kings appear to be in good shape at getting a chance to defend their Stanley Cup title. Los Angeles is fourth overall in the West with 48 points, one ahead of the Sharks, who visit the Columbus Blue Jackets on Tuesday.
Los Angeles is 5-1-2 in its last eight but did have a two-game winning streak snapped with Sunday's 4-3 shootout loss to the Pacific Division-leading Anaheim Ducks. The Kings never led in the game, but did battle back from a goal down three different times. Dustin Brown's with 3:40 left in the third period forced overtime.
After scoring in regulation, Jeff Carter had a shootout goal for the Kings, but Mike Richards did not score on his attempt and Jonathan Bernier was beaten three times by three skaters after making 19 saves through overtime.
"We showed character," said Kings forward Anze Kopitar. "We battled back three times. We picked it up right after their first goal, but a shootout can go either way and tonight it went their way."
Drew Doughty scored and Brown added an assist for the Kings. Justin Williams had an assist to push his point streak to seven straight games (6 goals, 2 assists), while Carter has a goal in five of his past six games and seven points over his last seven games. He leads the Western Conference with 23 goals.
While the Stars have won five of their past seven versus the Kings overall, Los Angeles has claimed victory in 11 of its past 14 trips to Dallas. That includes a 3-2 road victory on March 31.


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Anti-warriors then and now
By Lisa Fabrizio
With the advent of the Republican Convention close at hand, much has been made of the various protest groups that will descend on the Big Apple to wreak havoc on that great city. Threats of violence call to mind the days when the anti-war movement was young and the similarities and differences between then and now.
It started out small with a cadre of college students whose heads were filled with Communist dreams by professors who'd sat at the feet of those who worshipped at the shrine of Uncle Joe Stalin. That earliest movement lie dormant during and immediately after WWII, but sprung into action when the Cold War suddenly turned hot. An America at war in Vietnam and enduring casualties was ripe for the taking.
Seeking to capitalize on the civil rights struggle, they often aligned themselves with radical groups like the Black Panthers, willing partners in violent class warfare. They stoked the flames of racism, portraying minority Vietnam veterans as pawns of whitey's military industrial complex. And after Watts burned, smoke from the pipes of a rising drug culture fit in nicely with the aims of the revolutionaries and their message was clear: America as we know it must go.
In any other era, these types of fringe groups would be ignored into obscurity or eliminated altogether. In the confluence of insanity that was the '60s however, they were embraced and abetted by like-thinking types in the media. Members of the 'silent majority', weary of weathering the Great Depression and fighting WWII, were unable to withstand their children's assault on the establishment and the revolution was on.
Time, common sense and the fall of the Soviet Union brought peace and prosperity and sent this movement underground for a time, but now they and their progeny are back. With the nation once again at war and with some of the casualties on our very shores, they once again seek to use our vulnerability to their advantage. And it is despicable.
I happened to be in New York on October 7, 2001 when the first bombs dropped in Afghanistan, less than one month after that city suffered untold horror. Yet there were thousands in Bryant Square Park protesting the fact that President Bush was striking back at the monsters that had slaughtered their countrymen.
Their reaction? A charming group called ANSWER (Act Now to Stop War and End Racism) chanted "One, two, three four, we don't want your racist war." Extremists equating racism and war again proves that if you have no new ideas and your only agenda is the subversion of American Capitalism, you can go home again.
Many of the leaders of the current "anti-war" groups share the same tactics of those who used opposition of the Vietnam War to support Communism. But give the earlier version this: at least they thought the Reds' idea of Utopia was worth fighting for. Those black-masked young thugs coming to New York next week surely wish for our defeat, as they carry signs like: "We support are troops - when they shoot their officers." But whom do they support?
So they will come to New York brandishing their own special brand of anarchy, complete with profanity, violence, flag-burning and hate. And their absence in great numbers last month in Boston, coupled with the vitriol directed at the Republicans will be implicit evidence of which party they support.
Here's hoping that the media gives them all the attention they deserve.
Lisa Fabrizio is an internet columnist from Connecticut. You may write her at email@example.com.
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I am enjoying this forum immensely, however, I have discovered that I must be imaginary since I am not "real" yet.;)
I would like to know how one becomes a "real member".
So my suggestion is to post a "sticky" (not sure if that's possible, but something to that effect), where it reiterates forum rules. In addition, it lets new members know that links, as well as PMs, are not allowed unless we are real members. Of course any other rules I'm missing would be posted on there too. Oh and definitely let us know the how to achieve "reality" status.
"Who Dares Wins" - Motto of the British Special Air Service
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Real Member is just a title given by the admin which gives you the option of sending PMs to other members who can send and receive them.
It is a bit misleading, but don't worry. All members are equal in any other sense.
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Not being real means you are imaginary? That is pretty good. Would make a good signature.
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114236 - Flame Trap Kit - NON Turbo 81-87
Volvo uses a small in-line filter to manage positive crankcase ventilation on their 4 cylinder engines.
The ventilation system incorporates a small flame trap filter (PCV) to protect against possible crankcase explosions due to a backfire. This filter is overlooked in most workshop manuals and without periodic maintenance it will plug up with oil deposits and cause excessive crankcase pressure, which in turn cause significant oil leaks all over the engine. An additional contributor to this problem is the fact that on these models, the filter and filter holder are buried below the intake manifold and pretty tough to access.
We recommend checking the flame trap condition at every oil change.
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This year, for the first time, the mayor's office has invited the public to play an instrumental role in voicing opinions for the fiscal year 2014 CIP budget by naming what infrastructure repairs, upgrades and new construction should take precedence on the city's CIP agenda.
The LJCPA gathered input on La Jolla's neighborhood priorities from trustees and members of the public at its previous meeting. A few of the preliminary recommendations included completion of the Torrey Pines Road corridor project, installation of streetlights along Fay Avenue, improvement of sidewalks alongside major roads and parks, and restoration of Scripps Park, among others.
The LJCPA will vote on La Jolla's priority project list at its Nov. 1 meeting at the La Jolla Recreation Center, located at 615 Prospect St. Members of the public are invited to attend and voice their opinions about what should be prioritized in the La Jolla community. For more information, visit www.lajollacpa.org/cip.htm.
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A Film of Madonna Filming Her New Film in Brooklyn Today
One intrepid reader found Madonna at S Fifth St. and Marcy Ave. in Williamsburg, Brooklyn today shooting scenes for her upcoming movie W.E.. He even filmed a video of her! Our Stalker game has officially been stepped up.
The footage is below. She's the one in the hat getting into the car and leaving the set this afternoon. It's not amazing, but it's still a stalker movie. You have a sighting, celebrity photo, or a video to share with us? Either email us or post it to #stalker yourself.
[There was a video here]
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While offensive coordinator at UCLA, an overachieving defensive tackle named Ryan Boschetti apparently caught the eye of coach Tom Cable.
Boschetti managed to hang on with the Redskins for four seasons, first as a practice squad player and later as a reserve. He's played in only 22 games, but if this Washington Times story is any indication, Boschetti should raise the level of intensity at defensive tackle this training camp with the Raiders.
Maybe Boschetti can help light a fire under Tommy Kelly and Terdell Sands, two players the Raiders need to perform if they hope to improve their No. 31 ranked rushing defense.
Boschetti and Sam Williams showed up on Raiders.com on the Raiders transactions page as having signed contracts.
Williams, long considered an Al Davis favorite, has the size and skill set to be the perfect candidate for strong side linebacker but injuries and ineffectiveness have relegated him to a special teams player.
The Raiders moved up to select Williams in the third round of the 2003 draft. He was the first of two third-round picks that year, with Justin Fargas being the other.


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Richard L. Walters
Aug. 25, 1938 – Dec. 3, 2013
Richard L. Walters of Waukesha died Tuesday, Dec. 3, 2013, at AngelsGrace Hospice surrounded by family at the age of 75. Richard was born Aug. 25, 1938, in McCook, Neb., the son of George and Amelia (Bauer). Richard learned his work ethic by spending his teenage years on a farm in Helenville. He was a 1956 graduate of Jefferson High School. Richard married BettyAnn (Smale) on June 17, 1961, at the Evangelical & Reformed United Church of Christ. Richard's trade work was as a metal finisher and was a longtime employee of O.E.C.I. He retired after 12 years of employment with S.K. Williams Co. in Wauwatosa in 2002.
Richard will be deeply missed by his children, Dawn (Marty) Fix of Wausau, Janet (Jim) Horrell of Waukesha and Cynthia Bockman of Waukesha; his grandchildren, Jen (Josh) Boydston, Steven Fix, Scott Bockman, Matt Horrell and Cody Bockman; great-grandson, Jackson Boydston; and his siblings, Barbara (LeRoy) Frohmader, Gary Walters and Eddie (Kathy) Walters.
He was preceded by his parents; wife, BettyAnn; son, Keith; and infant son, Scott.
Visitation for Richard was held from 3 p.m. until the 6 p.m. funeral service Sunday, Dec. 8, at the Cesarz, Charapata & Zinnecker Funeral Home, 237 N. Moreland Blvd., Waukesha. The burial took place at 11 a.m. Monday, Dec. 9, at Prairie Home Cemetery.
The family would like to extend their appreciation to Jill for the compassionate care shown to Richard. In addition, the girls would like to thank the staff and volunteers at AngelsGrace for the compassionate care and love they not only gave their dad, but to us also.
In lieu of flowers, memorials are appreciated to the Ronald McDonald House, 8948 W. Watertown Plank Road, Wauwatosa, WI 53226; or the AngelsGrace Hospice, W359N7430 Brown St., Highway P, Oconomowoc, WI 53066.
Cesarz, Charapata & Zinnecker Funeral Home, Cremation and Pre-Planning Services is serving the family. For an online obituary or to leave a message of condolence, please visit www.WaukeshasFuneralHome.com, or call 542-6609.


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Citizens Bank Park sprung to life a little earlier than normal today as Charlie Manuel scheduled a rare fielding session prior to batting practice, with outfielders and infielders practicing cutoffs and relays. No doubt it was a response to the sloppy play the team has showed as of late, including last night, when there were several fielding miscues during a 6-1 loss to the Braves.
-There isn't much else going on at the moment. I briefly caught up with Placido Polanco, who gave little indication that he is close to returning. Polanco said he has been doing some light running, and that the next step is to field ground balls. But there are no immediate plans to start that fielding work. The only real intrigue about the situation is that Polanco could be a player who another team would take as a veteran glove for the stretch run. Even then, though, the Phillies would not get much for him besides salary relief, and the salary relief would likely be minimal.
-There has been plenty of speculation that the Phillies will target Michael Bourn this offseason, particularly in light of Ruben Amaro Jr.'s confident proclamation that the team is in position to make a run at one or more impact free agents. Yesterday, Bourn spoke briefly to Ryan Lawrence, who will be joining the staff of the Daily News in a couple of weeks after four-plus years at the Delaware County Times. He obviously wasn't interested in delving too deeply into his impending free agency. At this point, I think Bourn and Scott Boras will be looking for a huge contract, so big that any team that signs him will end up overpaying, and I don't think the Phillies are in a position where they can afford to overpay.
-Domonic Brown is batting second again tonight. He went 1-for-3 with a single and a hit-by-pitch last night out of the two-hole.


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Top 10 Fun Things to Do in St. Louis
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- Explore Clayton, MO…a chic suburban community with urban flair. Check out the world class public art collection including works from Renoir, Botero, Milles, Ben Tre, and Trova, visit one of the specialty shopping boutiques or enjoy the array of celebrated restaurants with an amazing variety of dining experiences. view website
- Explore Forest Park... 500 acres larger than Central Park & includes countless FREE attractions including the Art Museum, History Museum, and Zoo. view website
- The Missouri Botanical Garden... One of the world's top gardens. view website
- Gateway Arch Ride... 630 feet high over the Mississippi River to the top of the largest man-made national monument. view website
- The City Museum... Free your inner child. A recycled art wonderland. view website
- Pin-Up Bowl... a swanky bowling alley and martini lounge. view website
- Cathedral Basilica of St. Louis... houses the world's largest mosaic collection. view website
- The Old Courthouse... a wonderful step back in time as the site of the first of Dred Scott's trials in 1847. view website
- St. Louis Science Center... guaranteed a fun learning experience at the Omnimax Theatre and the Planetarium. The best part? It's FREE! view website
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ARISS Contact Schedule and Successful school list updated 2005-07-26 15:00 UTC Good Luck STS-114! Expedition 11 crew is now on the ISS. John Phillips KE5DRY Sergei Krikalev U5MIR Expedition 12 crew is expected to dock 2005-10-03. This means that there will probably not be any ARISS contacts from the week before docking until the week of 2005-10-24. Expedition 12 William McArthur KC5ACR up on 11S Soyuz, scheduled launch 2005-10-01 Valery Tokarev up on 11S Soyuz, scheduled launch 2005-10-01 Thomas Reiter DF4TR up on STS-121, scheduled launch 2005-09-09. The schedule page has been updated as of 2005-07-26 15:00 UTC. Look for the added frequency chart for packet, voice, and crossband repeater modes showing Doppler correction. Several schools will be live simulcasted via the world wide web. Check out the instructions for each school on the schedule page to get to the audio streaming. Additional instructions have been added on how to listen in when the streaming audio is provided by MCI. Also, please monitor the IRLP and Echolink webpages for possible upcoming contacts that will be simulcast. IRLP website at: http://www.discoveryreflector.ca This new site will have the links for simulcast contacts that have IRLP and Echolink. The successful school list has been updated as of 2005-07-21 04:00 UTC. Check out the link on the schedule page to download a video that Mike Fincke KE5AIT and Gennady Padalka RN3DT have produced of life on the ISS. The latest ARISS application, announcement and successful school list is now available on the ARISS web site. There are several ARISS web sites: English: http://www.rac.ca/ariss/ French: http://c.avmdti.free.fr/ariss/index.htm ARISS Europe: http://www.ariss-eu.org/ ARISS Japan: http://www.jarl.or.jp/ariss/ Other locations include: Latest ARISS announcements and news http://www.amsat.org/amsat/ariss/news/arissnews.txt Successful school list http://www.amsat.org/amsat/ariss/news/Successful_ARISS_schools.rtf The ISS Fan Club website is: http://www.issfanclub.com K1ELA has a website at: http://members.aol.com/k1ela/index.html ON6SAT has a website at: http://on6sat.com/links/ A listing of ARISS related magazine articles: (***) http://www.amsat.org/amsat/ariss/news/ARISS_magazine_articles.rtf (***) Currently the list includes articles from CQ, CQ VHF, QST, and The AMSAT Journal. Please contact me directly if you have additional suggestions. (***) 73, Charlie Sufana AJ9N One of the ARISS operation team mentors ---- Via the sarex mailing list at AMSAT.ORG courtesy of AMSAT-NA. To unsubscribe, send "unsubscribe sarex" to firstname.lastname@example.com
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One of the worst movies I've seen in years. Ridiculous story line, horrible script, and bad CGI. No one who made this should work again. I fast-forwarded just to see the end instead of turning it off altogether.
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Dombot wrote:trainplane3 wrote:A new ride in the UK pavilion is greenlit, Coco to the Mexico pavilion in about 2-3 years, and Brazil getting closer to locked in are other things happening too.
Wait, huh? Maybe I missed something, can I get a source on all this?
Joe Schwartz wrote:Does it work like a buffet, where you go to each food/wine station? Is there any limit to the number of times you can visit the same station?
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The man advantage was no advantage at all for the Blue Jackets last night, who made a mess of their power play and started so clumsily that a healthy portion of a half-full Nationwide Arena booed them as they left the ice for first intermission.
The man advantage was no advantage at all for the Blue Jackets last night, who made a mess of their power play and started so clumsily that a healthy portion of a half-full Nationwide Arena booed them as they left the ice for first intermission.
"There are tough times when they show us their displeasure," Blue Jackets left winger Vinny Prospal said. "But on the other hand they're happy when you win."
An announced crowd of 10,475 was roaring by the end, equal parts surprised and enthralled by the poise and grit of the offensively challenged Blue Jackets. The Jackets got two goals - by Prospal and Derek Dorsett - and broke a four-game losing streak with a 2-1 comeback win over the Dallas Stars.
"We have to be prepared to win 2-1 or 3-2," center Brandon Dubinsky said. "That's the way we have to win. I wish we could have got a couple of power-play goals to relieve some pressure but we sure defended well. It's the blue-collar mentality that's going to win this team games."
The Blue Jackets (2-3-1) took three shots in the first period and allowed the first goal for the fourth time in six games.
Stars defenseman Philip Larsen zipped a puck through heavy traffic and beat goaltender Sergei Bobrovsky with a shot he never saw for a power-play goal at 4:13 of the second.
Meanwhile, the Blue Jackets stayed busy mucking up the man advantage. They failed to convert three power plays in the first. Their struggles reached their nadir in the second, when the Blue Jackets blew a double-minor chance that included a 5-on-3 advantage for a full two minutes.
Coach Todd Richards said before the game that he wanted to see the Blue Jackets make "quick decisions" on the power play. They instead were woefully off-kilter, finishing 0 of 7 with the man advantage. Richards said the performance might have been the worst of his tenure.
"We could create no momentum on that power play because it was killing us," Richards said. "It sucked the life right out of us. They take a penalty and you're excited about the power play and about 30 seconds in you wanted the power play to be over with. It was frustrating for everyone. It became more of a detractor than anything else."
But Dorsett jolted the Jackets with a tying goal, finishing a pretty, three-zone buildup with a one-timer that slipped under the armpit of Stars goalie Kari Lehtonen at 17:47 of the second period.
It was just the sixth even-strength goal - and ninth overall - scored by the Jackets. It was a beauty, scored after center Artem Anisimov won the puck in his zone, carried it through neutral ice and laid it off to defenseman Fedor Tyutin above the slot. Tyutin fed an onrushing Dorsett, who knuckled a one-timer from the left dot that beat Lehtonen on the stick side.
Prospal scored the winner at 1:22 of the third from an ultra-tight angle near the right corner with a shot that somehow slipped through Lehtonen.
"I liked the desperation that we showed at the end of the game," Richards said. "Once we got momentum, we started to grind it and get into their zone."
Lehtonen kept it scoreless in the first minute of the second period with a deft behind-the-back glove snag that kept a Jack Johnson shot from deflecting off his body and over the goal line. He finished with 25 saves.
Bobrovsky saved 24 of 25 shots and has been in net for both of the Jackets' wins.
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Android phones with 1080p displays and Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 processors seem to get all the attention these days, but some OEMs are shifting their focus to mid-range handsets with prices set for those on a tight budget. The new Lenovo S930 fits that description perfectly. It runs on a MediaTek 1.3GHz quad-core processor with 1GB of RAM, 8GB of internal storage (which is expandable thanks to a microSD card slot), 8-megapixel rear and 1.6-megapixel front cameras, front-facing stereo speakers with Dolby Digital Plus audio and a 6-inch 1280×720 display.
Lenovo has stepped up its design chops, giving the S930 the same laser-etched fabric feel that's present on the Lenovo Vibe Z. Yes, a smartphone with a 6-inch display is unwieldy to hold, pocket and lug around, but there is clearly a consumer demand for these large devices. Lenovo has also included a handful of software tweaks that take advantage of the S930′s the large display, but you'll still need to hold the phone with two hands if you want to type or browse the web.
The best part about the Lenovo S930 is its cost. With a $349 price tag, the S930 undercuts the HTC One max, Samsung Galaxy Note 3 and Sony Xperia Z Ultra by a few hundred dollars.