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Tenants Association Organizing Guide
Toronto Tenants Associations
Educate, organize, resist.
First learn what your tenants rights are, otherwise how will you know when you have been wronged! Then further educate yourself about the greater issues and why tenants rights need to be expanded. After that, tenants need to organize themselves, both because it is easier to educate groups of people rather than individual-by-individual, and for the great power there is in numbers. And finally, tenants need to stand up for their human rights, make their demands, and fight for social justice.
This guide to creating a tenants' association contains only suggestions; there are no hard-and-fast rules to creating an organization. Your tenant organization and its nature will depend upon its members and your goals. It can be a group whose only goal is to fight a huge above guideline rent increase, or a very activist group that decides not just to fight for your building but one that helps to organize your community and fight for broader issues, or one that believes it should work to solve lighting and security problems in your building and improve your relationship with the landlord. As long are you are working to improve the lives of tenants, there is no one way things must be done.
The situation is bad and there aren't enought supports for tenants. We need as many people and groups organizing, educating and helping tenants as possible. I hope this guide is a help towards that goal.
Why organize tenants into associations?
There are many reasons why it is advantageous to have a tenants' association for your building or your community. These include:
Setting up your tenants association
Don't forget: you need to be responsible for your organization and setting it up. If you rely upon outsiders to "organize you" there will be no longevity to your group. While there are very useful groups in the community whom you may want to invite in to assist you and provide information and even advice, don't let them set your agenda or priorities, or your group will have no sense of ownership in itself and is doomed to be short-lived.
So how do you get people involved?
Your first official meeting
Tenants association duties
Your tenants association can be as passive or as activist as you and its members want it to be. This may change as conditions in the building changes, eg. If the landlord files an application with the Landlord and Tenant Board, Ontario, for a large above guideline rent increase, and also as membership changes over time.
Duties can and in some case should include:
Tenant association membership
Be inclusive! That means let it be an association for all tenants. Don't make it an association officially affiliated with a political party, or in some way try to limit membership by whatever criterion.
The one exception to this rule are agents and employees of the landlord and their immediate family. Superintendents, maintenance and caretaking staff may claim to also be tenants, but they have a vested interest in seeing the landlord's interests are carried out as they derive all or some of their income from the landlord.
Organization Structure
Extremely few tenants associations feel the need to incorporate themselves as a non-profit corporation.
So what should the organization look like?
How to keep in touch with tenants
How to contact you
Tenants will need to contact members of the association to: join, inform them about going-ons in the building (such as construction, new employees, changes in the landlord's policies,) events, disrepair problems, and so forth.
Write a tenant newsletter
This newsletter may only be one page distributed twice a year, or it could be more pages distributed quarterly or even monthly, but it is useful for reaching out to the tenants both to organize them and to educate them on issues.
What needs to be considered in an newsletter?
Telephone Tree
A "telephone tree" is a way to get several people involved to do call-arounds when it is needed to contact people quickly. If the executive needed to call an emergency meeting, they could contact, for example 6 or 12 people, who could either be the Board members or "Floor Captains" each of whom has a partial membership list with telephone numbers so then those 6 or 12 then call all the rest of the members to quickly alert them to the meeting or other situaltion.
Hold tenant meetings
You should hold at least one meeting a year for the tenants to get together and meet each other, even if you don't have a formal board of directors. You definitely need at least this one meeting each year if you have elections to vote for the executive positions (eg. President, Vice-President, Treasurer, etc.) and a Board.
What issues should be considered?
Other Events
Living in a complex of rental units is being part of a community in itself. Of course you are part of the bigger surrounding community too.
You may want to hold social events like picnics for people to get to know each other, or multi-household yards sales to help people make ends meet or even fund raising events for your organization.
The pitfalls of tenant organizing
Here are some of the things to cautious about:
Other Tenants Associations Organization references
Here are a couple of good resources on creating your own tenants' association from the ultimate tenant web site in New York, Tenant Net. Of course the references to law do not apply here but the basics of organizing and the rest are the same and well written.


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We walk into a shoe store. Although I am her daughter, she insists on calling me "Mama." People look surprised, as she pronounces "Mama" in a loud yet childish voice. She drags her right foot. Her right arm is bent at an angle, fingers curled into a soft half a fist. She sees a shoe and points to it - "tis, tis." I take it in my hands and show it to her. She studies it, especially the front part, to see if it's broad enough for her tightly-curled toes on her right foot. "Ne, ne, ne." I put the shoe back. Using her body, she tries to explain something to me. She points at another shoe and starts talking in a language no one can understand. Loudly. I get some words, "good, pain, three hundred, pretty, give me." I try to make structured sentences from the words and her body. These might be good. If they're not good, they will cause pain to my foot. They cost three hundred. They are pretty. Let me try them on. But then, I don't always succeed in building logical sentences of her fragmented speech. When I fail, she gets upset. Loses patience. Her voice becomes louder, and she reprimands me, saying "Mama" in an even louder voice. People look now again - we've become a freak show.
Finally, after about fifteen minutes, we find a shoe that may be suitable. I look around for the saleswoman. She stands with her back to us. "Excuse me, can we have this one in size 37 please?" She looks at my mother with a frown. We're really annoying and making the place less pleasant for the other customers. She tells me with her eyes that we are not really wanted here. That we better hurry up and get out of the store.
While she goes to the back room to get the shoes, my mom sits down and I bend over to help her take off her shoes. She squirms as I take off the right shoe and try to straighten her toes. "Ouch! Mama! Pain! Ne ne ne!" I tell her I'm sorry and massage her toes while we wait for the saleswoman. When she comes with the shoes in the box, she takes out the left shoe. I ask for the right one, explaining to her that my mom needs to try on the right one. She frowns, but hands me the other shoe. I unlace the shoelaces, and the struggle starts. I try to push mom's foot into the shoe. It's not easy with the way her toes curls downwards. "Ouch!! Ne, ne, ne. Pain. Wait!" I wait until the pain passes and try again. The shoe isn't cooperating, and the saleswoman is standing over me; she doesn't like the way I'm handling the shoe. Another attempt. "Ne ne ne!!! Mama!!! Pain!" It's not working. I can't get the foot into the shoe. I feel beads of sweat tickling my back. I sit on the floor and look at mom. "No?" I ask in a resigned tone. She has tears in her eyes, but she doesn't look at me. She looks down and to the side. Disappointed. I give the shoe back to the saleswoman and thank her. Then the struggle to put mom's shoe back on.
As we walk out of the store, I see the saleswoman letting out a breath. "The freaks are out of here." She sees me look at her, and she gives me a look that is liquid with pity.
We walk out of the store, silently. She has tears in her eyes and her lips quiver. I feel sadness.
Yes, it is always like this. Instead of treating us with patience for being a bit different, we are treated like freaks.

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While a monkey was busy winding yarn for me (and a kitty was trying to unwind it), K read Winter Days in the Big Woods to C. Shortly afterwards both girls felt inspired to create paper dolls like Ma did for Laura and Mary. K got straight to work and seemed rather confident in what she was doing. I noticed C, on the other hand, hesitating and watching what her big sister did. Once she observed long enough, she got to work. K had a doll done in no time and quickly made her some clothes as well. Then she got to work on another doll. C was still trying to draw her first doll and you could see a frown developing on her face. She was becoming frustrated. K looked up at her little sister and gently reminded her to be perseverant and that it would work out. C took her big sister's advice and soon afterwards was cutting out her own doll.
After K had finished two dolls (one for me!) with a change of clothes for each she was hungry and looking for something to eat. I asked her and C to reach a stopping point and clean up because dinner was almost ready. When C heard me say that she burst into tears. Before I could even come to her aid, K swooped in to comfort her. I stood back observing, seeing that this was a moment I should not interrupt. After a minute of consoling her little sister, K looked at what C was working on and then empathetically looked back at C. She seemed to understand what was the matter. She asked C if she could cut out a dress for her doll. C sniffled and nodded yes. Then K got to work, checking in with C at every step to make sure it was just what she wanted. C watched her big sister and each minute you could see her frown slowly fading. When K finished she handed it to C, and C showed her gratitude with a huge smile and hug for big sister. By this time, dinner was ready. I called them over to the table and with a nurturing glance and a huge smile, K grabbed C's hand and away they skipped to the table. For K, the greatest gift was in the giving to her little sister. I pray that all my children always feel this way.
Later that night after dinner I witnessed the compassion and love K showed C spill over to Little L when he wanted a paper shark doll but couldn't make it. C stopped what she was doing and went over to Little L, just as K had done for her. She then proceeded to create that shark for him, smiling with each cut she made.
Compassion is contagious. I believe it's something we all need to practice more often and on more souls we come in contact with (I know I personally need to work on that!) Couldn't we all use a good dose of compassion (and empathy) in our lives? It's trickle down effect is just what this world needs!
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"Three-fingered Bob" (or Jack?) Slays Unarmed Rival in Drunken Brawl • News Reports, 1889.
The Hunt for Harriet Farmer's Killer News Reports, 1890.
Newhall and Acton Men Fight for Hydraulic Mining • News Reports, 1-1892.
2 Killed When Locomotive Explodes Between Ravenna, Acton San Diego Union (AP), 9-21-1902.
Broome Killing Reopens Questions About Hattie Farmer's Murder Los Angeles Sunday Herald, 1-25-1903.
Judge Deals with "Undesirable" Boys in Acton News reports, 1909.
Acton Hotel Burns, Postmaster Faces Charge The Newhall Signal, 10-25-1945
Governor Mine: Gold Miner Hits Bad Air Pocket, Falls to Death, 10-19-1984 News reports, 1984-1985
Mrs. Herbert Hoover Tells of Time in Acton by Meryl Adams, 1988.
Alberta Platz Bell's Ravenna Memories • 12-2-1988.
Mrs. Herbert Hoover Corrects Record About Her Summers in Acton by Alan Pollack, 1-2010.
Showdown or Murder? Revisiting the 1903 Acton Feud (Part 1) by Alan Pollack, 3-2013.
Feud Rips Acton Apart, Ends in Death and Verdict (Part 2) by Alan Pollack, 5-2013.
Shootout at Darcy's (1972) by Jo Anne Darcy, The Acton Rooster 1991.
Governor Mine: Geological Data & Field Reconnaissance, with Interior Diagrams 7-2-2014.
Acton Rock Crusher
Acton Rock Co. Fails to Win County Road Contract • L.A. Herald, 4-19-1910.
LW2829 - Acton Rock Crusher Ruins, Multiple Views, 7-15-2015.
Acton Rehab
PU1702 - Tuberculosis Camp, 16 Views, 1940-1957.
A Day in the Life at Acton Rehab • by Leon Worden, 11-27-1996.
Blum Ranch
The Blum Ranch Story, 1891-1991 by Ray & Elizabeth (Blum) Billet.
AP3310 - Blum Ranch, June 1924.
PC3701 - Bertha & Emma Blum of Acton; Newhall School Teachers, 1937.
LW2101 - Blum Ranch & Homestead House (6 Contemporary Views), 3-12-2001.
LW2105 - Blum Ranch Fruit Label.
LW2974 - Blum Ranch Property Listed For Sale, Multiple Views, March 2017.
Sarah Robinson Tombstone
Mysterious Grave Marker Discovered, Agua Dulce-Acton Area • Police Report, Palmdale Sheriff's Station, 8-4-2014.
Search for "Owner" of Curious Acton Tombstone Leads to England • by Tricia Lemon Putnam, 9-7-2014.
AP0605 - Central Pacific Locomotive Offloading Ties for Railroad Construction, 1870s.
AP3125 - Original Acton School, 8/25/1889.
AP2214 - Soledad School, 1890.
AP3237 - Soledad School, ~1890. Photograph by R.E. Nickel.
AP1836 - Red Rover Mine: Miners and Ore Body, 1890.
AP3213 - Henry T. Gage & the Red Rover Mine, 1890-1912.
LW2243 - Lou Henry (Hoover) at R.E. Nickel's Store, 8-22-1891.
AP3105 - Black Cat Gold Mine, San Gabriel Mountains, ~1890s.
LW3526 - Envelope Postmarked Jan. 2, 1894; R.E. Nickel, Postmaster.
SB1801 - Business Card of Paul Bachert, Discount General Merchant, 1894-1903.
DO1701 - SPRR Section House, Other Structures on Soledad, ~1894-1906.
BB6001 - Hand-Drawn Map of Acton-Area Ranches, Pre-1908, by George J. Blum, 1960.
LW3484 - Envelope Addressed to Fred W. Gross, 9-22-1908.
LW3183 - Letter from Ed Brough to Fred Gross, 1910: Reopening of Red Rover Mine.
AP3218 - Red Rover Mine, Overview 1911.
AP3216 - Red Rover Mine: 5-Stamp Mill, 2 Views, 1911.
AP3221 - Red Rover Mine: New Shaft House, 1911.
AP3132 - Acton Hotel (front view), ~1910s.
AP2218 - Acton Hotel (side view), ~1910s.
AP9015 - J.J. Haisch General Store 1910s.
LW2943 - SPRR Section House; Mount Gleason in Background, 1920s?
AP3107 - John F. Duehren Home ~1920s.
LW3372 - Postcard: Correspondence from Chester Smith, Postmarked Acton, 9-28-1921.
AP3103 - J.J. Haisch General Store 1923.
AP3303 - Acton Postmaster & General Merchant John J. Haisch, ~1920s.
AP3112 - Acton Community Presbyterian Church ~1920s.
LW2590 - Marriage License: Rudolph F. Nickel & Viola E. Percival, 7-16-1926.
DO3001 - Richard E. Nickel (Albert Freese) Home, ~1930s.
AP2217 - Acton Hotel On Fire, 1945.
AL2033 - Acton Depot, ca. 1930's-1940's.
AP3314 - Santa Clara River Overflows, Great Flood of 3-2-1938.
DO3801 - Flooding at Crown Valley & Cory (R.E. Nickel Home), Great Flood of 3-2-1938?
AP3101 - Acton Structures Lost to Flooding, 1938-41.
DO1702 - SPRR Section House, Other Structures on Soledad, 1950s.
LW2627 - Acton Grocery and Post Office, Desert magazine, February 1957.
LW3204 - Colombo Lilac and Peony Ranch, Postcard 1958.
LW2056 - Acton Post Office: 75th Anniversary Cover, 5-5-1962.
DB6302 - L.A. Mayor Sam Yorty at AV Freeway Dedication at Ward Road, 8-23-1963.
JD6801 - Matchbooks from Darcy's Acton '49er Saloon, c. 1968.
JD6874 - Acton Fourth of July Parade, 1968.
JK0078 - Southern Pacific Train Wreck, 1967-70.
JK0076 - Southern Pacific Railroad Features, 1967-70.
JK0024 - Foundation of Stamp Mill (Gold Ore Crusher), 1970.
JK0082 - Acton Grocery and Post Office, 1970.
JK0083 - Hotel (pre-1963) and Taylor Land Co. Office (1970) on Crown Valley Road.
JD7201 - Shootout at the Acton '49er, Antelope Valley Press, December 1972.
BB7402 - Fourth of July 1974 at Darcy's '49er.
Buck Ware's Soledad Sands Park • Advertisement, 1976.
JD7101 - Acton Turkey War with AM radio jock Dick Whittington, 4 Views, 1977.
HS9024 - Santa Fe (Band) at Acton Turkey War, 1977.
LW3220 - Thousand Trails Soledad Canyon Resort, Postcard 1981.
KL8501 - Actress Tippi Hedren at Shambala Preseve in Acton, 2 Views, Photos by Ken Lubas, 1985.
Video - Grand opening of Acton-Agua Dulce Christopher Colombo Brevidoro Library, 9-29-2010.
LW2589 - Acton Hotel Site, 32003 Crown Valley Road | Site Prep for Acton Market Country Store, 2013.
HB1301 - Graves of Harriet Farmer & Nancy Melrose, 3-16-2013.
LW2538 - Red Rover Mine, 7 Views, 12-14-2013.
LW2539 - Governor (aka New York) Mine, 13 Views, 12-14-2013.
Video - Flash Flood Strands Motorists on Crown Valley Road, Acton, 8-3-2017.
Trailer: "El Camino Christmas" (Netflix 2017) at Middleton Ranch.
LW3219 - Thousand Trails Soledad Canyon RV & Camping Resort, Slide Show 2018.
LW3191 - 5-Stamp Mill, Puritan Mine, 40 Views, 2018.


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This was such a fun birth to photograph! It didn't go exactly as planned, but both parents had great attitudes and handled everything wonderfully. Dad was hilarious the entire day ~ I don't want to just repeat everything I said on my Facebook photography page so I won't, but check it out if you care to read some of his funnier comments.
Lynsey S.
Being a part of Aksil and Averys births was honestly one (or should I say two?) of the most rewarding birth photography experiences I have ever had! These 2 labors/deliveries were truly full of love, full of prayer, full of tears… I was so touched watching these families and I can not thank them enough for allowing me to be there. I never say or post much about the births I attend, so I am just going to copy and paste what I wrote on my Facebook fan page afterwards as it pretty much sums it up:
I think that I just witnessed 1 (or 2) of this years highlights! A little boy born around 8 PM last night & a little girl born around 9 AM this morning. They are brother & sister (otherwise known as Baby A and Baby B!) I seriously see the most interesting births! I love my job, I think I will keep it! 🙂
The next picture totally makes me think of this quote: "Sometimes I do get to places just when God's ready to have somebody click the shutter." ~ Ansel Adams
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Hello... I've been making a few tags in the spare moments I've had to be crafty to play along with Tracey's 25 Days of Christmas Tags. The first tag was inspired by Tracey's tag on Day #1.
Samantha's Tag on Day #3, plus using a Hero Arts sentiment for their holiday challenge.
Inspired by Carolyn's tag on Day #7.
Jeanne's tag on Day #2.
Tracey's tag on Day #4.


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Let's merry. While we're at it... why not let's frappucino as well.No wonder schools are full of signs for club activities like "Let's basketball" and "Let's English."
Thursday, 10 November 2011
Starbucks..... you know better than this...
Posted by Cecilia at Thursday, November 10, 2011
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yeah...I have this urge to walk around with a marker and fix all those signs....lol
- 11 November 2011 at 09:46
- Theresa said...
At least the "Your Christmas favorites" isn't "You're Christmas favorites." Let's merry thankful for that.
- 13 November 2011 at 21:28
- Cecilia said...
It's funny you know with spelling. With a pen and paper I never make your you're mistakes. But for some reason when I am typing, something different is happening in my brain. I can't count the number of times I write things phonetically and then look at it and wonder what on earth was I thinking.
eg sure - very often start typing it shu.. and realise as I am typing it, that it's wrong... very bizarre.
- 16 November 2011 at 20:41
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I carve sculpture in marble and limestone, using traditional tools and techniques which I learned as an apprentice in Italy and as a journeyman carver on the National Cathedral in Washington, D.C. This site is filled with examples of the work I created with these skills, including my gargoyles and stone fireplaces.
Stone carving tools have not changed significantly since the technique of forging steel was developed. The pneumatic hammer was introduced between 1885 and 1890 (powered by huge steam driven air compressors), and has pretty much replaced the wooden mallet and iron hammer. Carbide tipped tools began appearing in the middle of the 20th century. Most limestone carvers still prefer the old hand forged chisels, and keep a wooden mallet close at hand. The basic concepts of carved stone work haven't changed much in thousands of years, even as the tools have slowly evolved.
The three basic types of chisels remain the same: a point for roughing out the stone, tooth chisels (also called claw tools) for shaping and modeling the forms, and flat chisels for the finished surfaces and details. Within each class there are endless variations; for example gouges, bull-noses and miter tools are all variations on the flat chisel.
Measuring and copying of designs is done in a variety of ways, depending on the requirements of the job. Architectural moldings can be cut using templets (now cut from plastic instead of the traditional zinc), which are traced on the stone. Many carvings can be done by eye, copying a drawing or rough clay or plaster model. For example, when carving my gargoyles I will work by studying the block of stone, sketching on it with a pencil, and then developing the design from the block. When a precise copy of a model is required, accurate measuring techniques are employed. The "pointing machine", an outgrowth of the Egyptian canons and the old measuring box of the Greeks, is a type of 3D pantograph.
|An Italian carver selecting a point on a plaster model and transferring that measurement to the marble sculpture.
Sets of calipers can also be used to measure a point using triangulation, and to enlarge and reduce or produce a mirror image of a model. These methods basically boil down to digitizing the surface of the model, and reproducing it as a sort of 3D polygonal wireframe in the rough block of stone. In some ways, this most ancient of arts isn't that far from what is happening in 3D computer graphics. The stone is cut from the quarries in large blocks, typically weighing 20 tons. These blocks are transported to stone mills, where they are sawn to size. The saw in this image has a nine foot diameter diamond-tipped blade. Blades of this type were first invented in the 1890's, and now typically use synthetic diamonds for their teeth. Slabs and tiles are cut with multi-bladed gang saws, which look a bit like giant cheese slicers.
See how a carving takes shape: I show a number of different projects, including step by step photos from concept through completion and installation. See how I create a fireplace and a pair of gargoyles. I recently completed a series of panels showing student athletes for the Univ. of Chicago Lab School. See drawings, roughed out stone, and completed panels for that project. Another recent project is a marble relief sculpture of the fossilized skeleton of a stegosaurus. I created a series of pieces showing the sequence of carving for the Indiana State Museum.


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Dear Joan-Francesc,
One year ago today, our country lost a dear friend, a true patriot, and an irreplaceable public servant. Today, more than ever, we miss Senator Ted Kennedy.
But, as we pause on this anniversary, let us reflect not on the tremendous loss but on the indomitable spirit that lives on — a spirit that inspires all of us to fulfill his vision of an engaged electorate and legislative branch, with members of both parties working together to make America a more perfect union.
We are lifted up by the Senator's words that gave witness to his own life's experience and called on us to rise to the challenge in our own time: "We are all Americans. This is what we do. We reach the moon. We scale the heights. I know it. I've seen it. I've lived it. And we can do it again."
By his own example, Ted Kennedy showed us that men and women of good will can come together to solve our nation's most difficult problems. No challenge is too great. No problem is too hard. He taught us about extraordinary perseverance and the will to keep coming back — no matter what.
He didn't question or demonize the motives of his colleagues because he knew they loved their country as much as he did. He reached out to them, created alliances and worked through differences, let others take credit — just to move the issue forward.
He did this while not compromising on his principles. As President Obama said in his eulogy, "And that's how Ted Kennedy became the greatest legislator of our time. He did it by hewing to principle, but also by seeking compromise and common cause."
Senator Kennedy believed that we could and must learn from the past. He always looked to the future with optimism and unfailing perseverance in the pursuit of equal rights, civil rights, and justice for all.
On this anniversary day — and in the days to come — let us look to the future with optimism and unfailing perseverance. Let us learn from the Senator's example and once again, "scale the heights" and become engaged in solving the most difficult problems of today. As Senator Ted Kennedy said, "And we can do it again!"
As we recall the indomitable spirit that lives on, we also think of the Kennedy family and wish them peace and happiness on this day of remembrance.
Lee Fentress
Edward M. Kennedy Institute for the United States Senate
Peter Meade
President and CEO
Edward M. Kennedy Institute for the United States Senate
My husband's work will never be forgotten.
In just the past few weeks, we've seen Congress make monumental strides on what he called the cause of his life: ensuring that every American has access to quality, affordable health care. In the coming weeks of this bright new year, Congress will be hard at work to make Ted's decades-long dream of health reform a reality for all Americans.
But there's another project that Ted dedicated himself to in his final months, and I want to tell you a little bit about it: the Edward M. Kennedy Institute for the United States Senate. The EMK Institute is being built on the campus of the University of Massachusetts, across from the John F. Kennedy Library in Boston, to foster civic education among our young people, train our next generation of leaders, continue debate on the national issues Ted cared so much about, and commemorate his 47-year career.
Joan-Francesc, you stood side by side with Senator Kennedy — during our greatest victories and our most challenging setbacks. And Ted knew that his friends and loved ones would be there for him again to support the Institute and help celebrate all that he did and stood for.
A few years ago at a family gathering, Ted noted to us that we don't have a single place in America dedicated to the study of the U.S. Senate — and we need one. Ted always believed that to inspire the brightest future for our young people, we had to understand our past. And perhaps no body of leadership tells the story of the nation more directly than the United States Senate. Every voice, debate and vote echoed in that chamber has made a mark on the course of this country.
By educating students, teachers, new Senators, and the general public about the role and importance of the Senate, Ted believed we could help inspire a new era of civic participation — and bring more people than ever before into the legislative process.
The first learning center of its kind, the EMK Institute will include a life-size representation of the Senate chamber to hold debates on critical issues with national leaders and mock U.S. Senate sessions for our country's future leaders. There will be museum and exhibit spaces, a library, and classrooms where everyone from young children to Senate staffers will be able to participate in innovative and hands-on educational programs. Teachers will be able to work closely with the Institute to create courses and programs that add new dimensions to the study of history and government.
Ted loved this country — and he loved the United States Senate. He called it one of our forefathers' most brilliant democratic inventions. Our mission now is to give him exactly the sort of everlasting tribute he would have loved the most — a place where young people can learn about America's history and the role of the Senate in shaping it, and where future leaders can be born. In the weeks and months ahead, we hope you'll join us as we build the Edward M. Kennedy Institute — and the lasting memory of Ted's career.
Ted was so proud of the progress we've made as a nation in ensuring fairness, justice and opportunity for all — and he was proud that you were there to help him.
Thank you,
Victoria Reggie Kennedy
Senator Edward Kennedy has been a constant reference for me in the fight for a better world. I listened to him on the 1984 Democratic Convention in San Francisco and I vibrated with each of his words. I was impressed by the criticism of the destruction of the welfare policy carried by President Reagan. In my academic work I have ever put him as an example of the ability of the United States to generate great political leaders and also as an example of someone who could understand Europe from America and be understood in America from Europe. Never forget.
Michelle and I were heartbroken to learn this morning of the death of our dear friend, Senator Ted Kennedy.
For nearly five decades, virtually every major piece of legislation to advance the civil rights, health and economic well-being of the American people bore his name and resulted from his efforts
His ideas and ideals are stamped on scores of laws and reflected in millions of lives — in seniors who know new dignity; in families that know new opportunity; in children who know education's promise; and in all who can pursue their dream in an America that is more equal and more just, including me.
In the United States Senate, I can think of no one who engendered greater respect or affection from members of both sides of the aisle. His seriousness of purpose was perpetually matched by humility, warmth and good cheer. He battled passionately on the Senate floor for the causes that he held dear, and yet still maintained warm friendships across party lines. And that's one reason he became not only one of the greatest senators of our time, but one of the most accomplished Americans ever to serve our democracy.
His fight gave us the opportunity we were denied when his brothers John and Robert were taken from us: the blessing of time to say thank you and goodbye. The outpouring of love, gratitude and fond memories to which we've all borne witness is a testament to the way this singular figure in American history touched so many lives.
For America, he was a defender of a dream. For his family, he was a guardian. Our hearts and prayers go out to them today — to his wonderful wife, Vicki, his children Ted Jr., Patrick and Kara, his grandchildren and his extended family.
Today, our country mourns. We say goodbye to a friend and a true leader who challenged us all to live out our noblest values. And we give thanks for his memory, which inspires us still.
President Barack Obama
WASHINGTON (Reuters) – U.S. Sen. Edward Kennedy, a Democratic icon and a leading liberal voice, endorsed Barack Obama on Monday for the party's presidential nomination and called the young lawmaker an inspirational uniter.
"He is tough-minded but he also has an uncommon capacity to appeal to 'the better angels of our nature,'" Kennedy said, quoting from President Abraham Lincoln's first inaugural address in 1861.
Kennedy, flanked by Obama at an ear-splitting rally of several thousand people at American University, said, "Every time I've been asked over the past year who I would support in the Democratic primary, my answer has always been the same: I'll support the candidate who inspires me, who inspires all of us."
Kennedy invoked the memory of his brother, the slain President John Kennedy, and was joined onstage by the late president's daughter, Caroline, and his own son, U.S. Rep. Patrick Kennedy, in backing Obama, the 46-year-old, first-term Illinois senator who could be the nation's first black president.


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About the Onkyo HT-S5100
The receiver's HDMI inputs let you connect up to three high-def video sources like a game system, a Blu-ray player, and a satellite receiver or cable box and switch easily among them. These HDMI connections support high-definition video resolutions up to 1080p, ensuring pristine picture quality. (Separate audio cable connections are required for playing sound through the receiver.)
Add high-impact surround sound to your favorite entertainment with this convenient system from Onkyo. The HT-S5100 teams up a dedicated home theater receiver with seven speakers and a 10", 290-watt subwoofer to deliver powerful audio that fills your room. Each of the front three speakers features a separate woofer and tweeter for detailed sound with movie soundtracks, video games, and music.
High-definition HDMI switching
The receiver's HDMI inputs let you connect up to three high-def video sources like a game system, a Blu-ray player, and a satellite receiver or cable box and switch easily among them. These HDMI connections support high-definition video resolutions up to 1080p, ensuring pristine picture quality. (Separate audio cable connections are required for playing sound through the receiver.)
Dock your iPod and browse your tunes
Place your iPod in the included dock, and it will seamlessly integrate into your home theater system. Enjoy your songs through the 'S5100's speakers while the dock charges your iPod, and control playback with the system's remote. You can also listen to SIRIUS® satellite radio by adding an optional SiriusConnect home tuner kit.
Auto calibration for easy setup
The intuitive Audyssey 2EQ automatic speaker calibration system makes it a snap to adjust the surround sound settings to your specific room and furnishings. Using the included microphone, the receiver analyzes sound from two different listening positions, then optimizes its own speaker distance and delay settings in a matter of seconds. Plus, color-coded inputs, outputs, and cables make it a cinch to hook up this system.
Product highlights:
- home theater system with receiver, 7 speakers, and subwoofer
- includes iPod dock
- satellite radio ready (requires SiriusConnect home tuner)
- remote control
- warranty: 2 years
- Our 60-day money-back guarantee
- Audyssey 2EQ with mic for easy speaker calibration
- 1080p-compatible HDMI digital video switching (3 in, 1 out) pass-through only (a separate cable connection is required for audio)
- built-in Dolby® Digital EX, Dolby Pro Logic® IIx, DTS-ES® Discrete/Matrix, DTS® Neo:6, and DTS® 96/24 processing
- 192kHz/24-bit digital-to-analog conversion for all channels
- 65 watts x 7 into 8 ohms (20-20,000 Hz) at 0.9% THD
- digital tuner with 40 AM/FM station presets
- 2 coaxial and 2 optical digital inputs
- 4 audio/video inputs, including 3 S-video, 2 component video, and 1 front-panel input
- 2 audio-only inputs
- video output for TV (composite, S-video, and component)
- 17-1/8"W x 5-7/8"H x 15-1/4"D
- 2-way center speaker and two 2-way front speakers for dynamic sound
- compact surround speakers with full-range drivers
- 10", 290-watt (maximum power) down-firing powered sub
- speaker wire and subwoofer cable included
- 2 front speakers: 6-1/8"W x 14-5/8"H x 7-3/4"D
- center channel speaker: 17-1/8"W x 4-1/8"H x 5-3/16"D
- 4 surround speakers: 5-15/16"W x 10-11/16"H x 3-13/16"D
- subwoofer: 11-3/16"W x 19-5/8"H x 17-1/8"D
What's in the box:
- HT-R560 A/V Receiver
- 2 SKF-560F Front speakers
- 1 SKC-560C Center channel speaker
- 2 SKM-560S Surround speakers
- 2 SKB-560 Surround back speakers
- 1 SKW-560 Powered subwoofer
- DS-A1L iPod dock
- RC-707M Wireless remote control
- 2 "AA" batteries
- AM loop antenna
- FM wire antenna
- Speaker setup microphone with attached 19.5' cord
- 10' Mono subwoofer cable (RCA)
- Three 10' lengths of speaker wire (bare tinned wire on each end)
- Four 30' lengths of speaker wire (bare tinned wire on each end)
- 4 Square self-adhesive feet
- Instruction Manual
- Quick Set-up guide
- Warranty information/Product registration card
- Remote Control Codes booklet
- SIRIUS Satellite Radio brochure
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Got em, Luv em, Gotta buy em
Guest from Broomfield, CO on 5/2/2009
WOW!!!! This sound system works GREAT!! The 4 small speakers have built in wall hookup things, so do the 2 bigger speakers and the center speaker. I guess the only thing you can't hang up is the sub, which by the way is AWESOME. I have no clue why Crutchfield discontinued this amazing system.
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Always an admirer....
Mike from Phila., Pa on 3/17/2009
This review is for anyone thumbing through the pages of Crutchfield or any other electronics catalog. I have received Crutchfield magazines for as long as I can remember. Even received assistance from an online representative even though at that time I made it clear at that time I was not purchasing from Crutchfield. That said I will say Crutchfield has made a believer out of me!! Their integrity, reputation and customer service is and should be model for other retailers both online and off. The HT-s5100 was my purchase. The only thing I say is that this Home theater system is and AMAZING machine!! I also purchased the Samsung 42 inch plasma which absolutely fits my entertainment room. The room (basement) is an audiophiles dream come true as the room entombs the perfect sound that is emitted from the HT-S5100! I enthusiastically recommend Crutchfield to any consumer seeking advice, information, and eventually a purchase. Mike
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Still lovin' it
Rob from Grand Rapids, MI on 3/5/2009
I've had this system since last Summer, and the sound quality never ceases to amaze me. I show it to my friends and they're just as blown away.
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The Best Home Theater System
Chad from Newton, NC on 2/24/2009
I just wanted to let you know that the Onkyo surround home theater system I purchased is the best!!! I have all of my components running through it, Dish Network HD DVR, Toshiba VCR/DVD recorder combo, CD recorder/player, and Nintendo Wii. The owner's manual was very detailed, which made hooking up a breeze. It sounds Great! I helped my brother with his BOSE 321 system last year when bought it, and I can say, for a fraction of what that setup cost, this Onkyo system is much better! The sound is fuller and crisper as opposed to the BOSE which almost sounded too soft and fluffy. I am very pleased!!! It absolutely rocks is really the best way to say it. Oh, and if anybody ask, the AUX port on the front works awesome with my Wii. Especially on Guitar Hero World Tour which has the Dolby Pro Logic II soundtrack. The Onkyo system lets you feel like you are really on stage!!! Thanks again. I will recomend this item to everybody!!
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propeleric from Boulder, CO on 2/12/2009
Great sound and an incredible value for the money. The Bass really has a lot of power. I would definitely recommend!
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A decent beginner's choice
Itay from Syracuse, NY on 2/11/2009
Like most of us, after researching and reading a leading consumer magazine which has ranked this 7.1 system as a #1, I went ahead and ordered it from Crutchfield's. The receiver is a good receiver; the subwoofer does an excellent job, my only concern so far has been the speakers. They are ok as far as mid's but are lacking high treble (the tweeters look and sound cheap.) You might want to consider spending a little more and buying a powerful receiver and a better set of speakers. Polk's are highly recommended, Klipsch are in a totally different league. Onkyo makes great receivers but speakers are definitely not their niche. Yet. To summarize, the 7.1 (the extra pair of the rear surrounds) hardly makes a difference and I used the microphone to calibrate them all. As a first beginner's surround system it does an ok job. Consider saving up a little money and spend the money on a more powerful Onkyo receiver and a separate set of 5.1's from a different manufacturer. However, for the money, this 7.1 is a good bargain. P.S. - Onkyo customer service is very poor, but lucky us, we have Crutchfield to back up their product with a superb customer service and product support.
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Great Sounding System
Patrick from VA on 2/11/2009
I wanted a new surround system to replace my old Panasonic. Since I have a Sony Blu Ray player, I didn't feel the need to get a system with a built in DVD player. After reading numerous reviews and researching on the Crutchfield website, I decided on the S5100. I wasn't sure how it would stack up against the old Panasonic but it was like night and day. Watching old movies, playing XBOX 360 games and watching Blu Ray movies with the new system is a whole new experience. It's nice having 3 HDMI inputs. I have my Blue Ray and cable box going through the system and running into the HDMI input on my 50" Samsung DLP TV. I ran optical cables for the sound, since this model doesn't switch audio via the HDMI. One of the nicest features is the auto set-up microphone which does all of the calibration for you. Set-Up is a snap and it does come with color-coded wiring. I simply used my old 16 gauge wires because they are higher quality than the wiring it came with. The longest part of setting this system up is hooking up the wiring connections. I highly recommend this system.
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Stop Looking
Bill from From MO. on 2/9/2009
Only had the system for two weeks but feel very safe in writing a review about how good I think it is. Easy to setup and it sounds like one that cost MUCH more. I'm impressed. I have an older Bose center speaker (??100 something - I can't remember the number) which I bought years ago because I was tried of not hearing voices, the center sent with this system is equally as good ... maybe a shade more "tin" sounding but not enough of a difference to ruin the look of the system by sticking with that old Bose. I used all the speakers and replaced all my old ones. Whether you use it all, replace only parts of your old system as some other reviewers have done it's worth the money. I'm moving my old speakers to other TV's in the house, nice option to have! Pick what you want and swap other stuff around to suit your own needs. It's a bargain & worth the money. Buy it.
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Onkyo HT-S5100
thamibeag from saint cloud, FL on 2/7/2009
Awesome! totally worth the money!
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Onkyo HT-S5100
Obilio from Bronx , New York on 2/6/2009
System came just as promised, it arrived even earlier than I was told so that was great, My only complaint is the remote control u have to press the receiver button, a little too much when switching between HDMI's and sound fields. Other than that its all good.
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Excellent buy
Gene from Winslow, AZ on 2/1/2009
Great system at an excellent price. Easy to install with color coded wires on everything. Outstanding sound. Would definately recomend this system and always recomend Crutchfield for any AV purchase.
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awesome system
John from Raleigh, NC on 1/30/2009
I purchased my S-5100 system about 2 months ago and just wanted to say how pleased I am with the quality of this system, it rocks! I was also pleased with the ease of installation and the great service I received. I would recommend this company and this system. Just by demonstrating this system to my brother inlaw, he purchased one.
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The Best Of The Best
anthony from cheshire ct. on 1/30/2009
This system is terrific,will outperform others at 3x the cost and is also "over the top in cutting edge technology".Onkyo and Crutchfield are truly an unbeatable team in all arenas of audio systems and service. sincerly,and respectfully; A. Chuck
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What I expected from ONKYO
Lester from Denver, CO on 1/24/2009
I bought this system to upgrade to a 7.1 surround sound from a 5.1 Sony receiver after purchasing a Panasonic Blu Ray player. I reviewed this product prior to purchase and was not worried about the extra cables needed (optical or coaxial) for video. I hooked this up with my Bose Accoustimass 7 speakers for front left/right & center channels and my Bose Accoustimass 5 speakers for the side left & right channels. I then purchased two ceiling mount Mirage speakers for the back left & right channels and yes kept the powered subwoofer attached. WOW! WOW! WOW! Using the included speaker calibration system I now have the home theater speaker system that I have always dreamed of. I put on one of my favorites Close Encounter Of The Third Kind and boy when the mother ship scene was played my whole house shook at 45% of the receiver volume, it was awesome to say the least. The I POD dock is a great addition to! You may ask why I purchased this as a complete system if I had speakers already? The ONKYO speakers were relocated to my basement for the Sony 5.1 system, so for me I got TWO set ups for the price of one! For the money great buy, THANKS ONKYO!
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worth more than what I paid for
Martin from New Braunfels Texas on 1/20/2009
After doing a good amounth of research for a home theater system, all my leads kept leading me to this unit. Finally took the time to go to a retail store to hear what it sound was like. I was impressed. My only concern was to be able to make all the right connections on my own. Though it was an easy task I was able to get a sound that really gives the feeling of a true surround sound system. The price I was able to get on line here was much better than I saw listed at the retail store. I am very impressed and very satisfied with this system.
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Just as great as promissed
Franklin from Pensacola, Florida on 1/18/2009
Great system everything as expected no surprises thanks
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Not what was promised
ARCHABALD from Buffalo, NY on 11/22/2008
I bought this based on reviews, and have had nothing but problems. Followed directions that came with unit and could not get audio from my TV. Right now I'm not getting any picture due o "intermittent" failure with the unit sending video signal to TV. Had to buy additional cable for audio from Verizion FIOS DVR box to unit. No clue why I am not able to get picture, jiggling HDMI cable conection "cures" problem temporarily! Not sure what problem might be cables were bought from Crutchfield as accessories for the TV a Toshiba. Not sure if I'd buy this again, hoping for a happy ending!
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Onkyo HT-S5100
addyj989 from San Angelo, Texas on 10/27/2008
I was very impressed with the ease of setup and the output of each speaker, mainly because they didn't appear that big. The down firing bass is huge and I LOVE feeling the power is puts out! This is my first surround system and I wanted to go for a fairly priced, great value 7.1 system and this hasn't disappointed. The Audyssey mic attachment that auto calibrates any setup you come up with is a pretty neat deal. Plenty of connections. Got my cable box, xbox 360, wii and ipod hooked up and they all sound fantastic. Next to add- blu ray! I have the cable box go straight to the tv for video and digital coax thru to the receiver for fantastic HD audio. Only thing that it needs is the digital coax cable already in the package.
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What else do you want?
anthony from Visalia, CA on 10/14/2008
This is an awesome "All-in-One" for the money. There are things that I wish it had, but nothing that I would actually expect for this price. The sound this produces is simply amazing. I replaced the two front speakers with two very inexpensive Polk Audio tower speakers. Not only does this receiver push them, they sound better than they did before. Once you get the settings right, the powered sub can really hit! It would be nice if you didn't need a seperate digital cable to utilize the audio from your Units using the HDMI inputs. It would also be nice if you could watch the vidio from your iPod through this system. But like I said, for the money, you are already getting more features than you should expect. To add those features, I am sure ONKYO would have to remove something else. Instructions could be better, but I didn't mind spending a little more time reading, considering all the money I saved on this unit. I definitley recomend this product.
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Onkyo HT-S5100
Brian from MS on 9/25/2008
For the money this was a win win situation for me. The system was very easy to install. I was amazed at the quality of the sound from this system. All in all I am very pleased with this product AND the crutchfield team and their support. If you are on a tight budget(like myself) and want some good decent sound then by all means give this product a try.
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Great Product for the Money
Leonard from Camp Zama, Japan on 9/24/2008
At first I was a little sceptical when I opened the box because the speakers seemed a little small, but the power and sound are awesome. This system is easy to set up and the Audyssey 2EQ microphone practically does all of the sound calibrations for you according to the size of your room. No need to try and adjust each speaker for that perfect sound effect, this system does it for you. I would definitely recommend this product.
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Great Surround System
Travis from Gardendale, AL on 9/19/2008
I bought this system to replace an older, cheaper surround system. This was very easy to install and set up. The controls are easy to understand and follow. The sound is great - crisp highs and deep base. I recommend this product!
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Great Product!!
Guest from Brookings, SD on 9/10/2008
Bought this product a few weeks back and Love it. It sounds amazing. The placing of the speakers took a little longer than what I had imagined but was totally worth it. The sub sounds amazing. The speakers can scream. Installation was a breeze, they had all the wires color coated with a diagram showing how everything is supposed to be. The receiver does get a tad bit warm after awhile, but In no way has it effected the sound quality or performance. I recommend this to anybody and everybody. You aren't going to get a better bang for your buck other than this, And the service from Crutchfield rocked!
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Enveloping Sound!
Jeremy from Jackson, MS on 9/4/2008
Wow -- I have to say, I am really impressed with the Onkyo HT-S5100. I've had lots of experience with expensive component theatre systems, and this so-called "home theater in a box" will stand up to any of them. The sound truly does envelope the room, even when using only as a 5.1 system (I have the two additional speakers set up in a separate room on the B channel for multi-room listening). Sound accuracy is spot-on, for every music genre I've listened to. High's are just right, not overpowering, with wonderful mids, and kick-butt bass from the sub woofer. Plenty of options for connecting all of your gizmos, and plenty of power and style to make you smile. :o)
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Great product, but HDMI still needs audio cables
Grant from Camano Island, WA on 8/26/2008
I agree with the other reviewers here. This is an excellent system for the price. I only have 2 complaints: I still have to connect audio cables even though it has HDMI. And the unit itself runs REALLY hot. You definitely need to give it plenty of breathing room - don't stack anything on top of it unless you want it fried.
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incredible sound and value
Daniel from MI on 8/8/2008
Great surround sound system and awesome price. The subwoofer pounds pretty hard that I had to turn it way down. This is such a high quality system and came packed nicely. The hardest thing about setting this up was figuring out where to put all the speakers. The most I've had was a 5.1 system before this, so 7.1 had me working even harder to place the speakers. Color coded speaker wire, great diagrams and easy auto-calibration got this system sounding perfect. The setup mic thing is actually pretty cool how it measures the distance between your speakers and adjusts the system for optimal setup. After this it was some small tweaks and I had my system up and running pushing all devices through high definition audio/video ports in about ~10 minutes. I've only had it setup for a day so I haven't had the chance to enjoy it fully. I'm really looking forward to docking the ipod and seeing how well it integrates into the system.
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Onkyo HT-S5100
Alex from Indianapolis, IN on 8/7/2008
I love this system. The auto setup (Audessy) is great. The sound quality is amazing and the sub that comes with system for the price is great too. I reccomend this to anyone starting up a home theater. Sounds as good if not better than the BOSE store's theater room setup.
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Almost perfect: lacks format conversion
Aaron from Westminster, CO on 7/30/2008
My only compaint about this setup is the lack of video format conversion. I have RCA, component, and HDMI devices connected to the receiver, and I have to change the input on my TV every time I switch devices. It's a pain. If it wasn't for that one frustrating annoyance, it'd be perfect.
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Best Buy I Ever Made!
pgray20 from Austin, TX on 7/26/2008
For the money this system is awesome; my nephew connected everything and had a little difficulty because not all cables were included. However, when we got everything connected, though, the sound was spectacular--just like sitting in the movie theater. I may never leave my recliner! I particularly like all the options to listen (there are at least 7 - 10) and gives a different sound to different media types (DVD, radio, cable, etc.). Great service and shipping time! I will definitely purchase again from this company!
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Just couldn't ask for better....
John from Jacksonville, FL on 7/2/2008
I had two small issues with the setup. Since I have cable TV, but don't have a cable box, I couldn't figure out if the cable from the wall went into the receiver first, or stayed plugged into the TV. The instruction book was not clear on this issue. So, I called Crutchfield's customer support. Within minutes, I was speaking to a live and very knowledgeable person who not only had the instruction book for this Onkyo, but also pulled up the instruction book for my TV (Westinghouse) using its model number. He told me to leave the cable plugged thru the TV and (based on the TV's manual) to use a digital coax cable to connect the TV to the receiver to maintain the best quality digital sound. And to think that this type of top-notch customer service is available for as long as I own this Onkyo....absolutely awesome. Also, when ready to purchase this receiver, Crutchfield had the best price anywhere -- online or in a store. After this purchase, I would recommend Crutchfield even if they didn't have the lowest price, because their prompt top-quality customer service is the best to be found. Mega kudos.
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Amazing System at Amazing Price
Travis from Louisville, KY on 7/1/2008
I bought this system a few days ago from crutchfield and I'm incredibly impressed so far. The size of the speakers and the subwoofer impressed me out of the box and the black finish is attractive. It was a breeze setting up and having the auto EQ calibration is a major plus. There is plenty of connectivity in the back for my xbox360, bluray player, and hd-dvd player and I still have room to spare. Everything that I have listened to so far is amazingly clear and the bass from the sub is enough to shake my house at half volume. The only downside is that the HDMI is video pass through only, so I had to buy some toslink audio cables and coax digital cables for my sound. But besides that it's a dream, I definitely recommend this to any sound freak.
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WRAT (Wide Range Amplifier Technology): This technology uses low-negative-feedback circuit topology for accurate signal reproduction, improved dynamic signal-to-noise ratio, and better delivery of power peaks.
192kHz/24-Bit Digital-to-Analog Converters: The HT-R560 receiver is equipped with 192kHz/24-bit DACs for all channels to decode and play high-resolution recordings.
HDMI Switching: The HT-R560 has three HDMI inputs and one HDMI output for connecting DVD players, HDTV set-top boxes, and other video components to your TV or projector. The receiver's HDMI circuitry is a switching pass-through design, and will pass video and 2-channel (stereo) digital audio through to the TV. However, if you want to listen to the soundtrack through the speakers connected to your receiver, you must make a separate analog audio connection (for stereo listening) or digital audio connection (for Dolby Digital 5.1 surround). The HDMI inputs are compatible with DVI, so TVs and displays with a DVI input can be connected by using an HDMI-to-DVI adapter cable, along with audio cables. The receiver uses HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection), so only HDCP-compatible components can display the picture. The HDMI inputs can accept and switch 480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i, and 1080p signals to a TV, monitor, or projector. Each of the HDMI inputs can be assigned to any of the three rear panel A/V inputs (DVD, VCR/DVR, CBL/SAT).
Auto Setup: The receiver is equipped with an Auto Setup and Room Equalization function, to achieve the best sound field for your specific room. The Audyssey 2EQ function is designed to optimize the sound quality across three listening positions in the room. The included microphone is used to measure test tones at each listening position, the measured data is then analyzed using a program to improve acoustic characteristics in the listening area (correct the room's acoustic shortcomings). The main position is given more weight in the calculations. The Audyssey function makes adjustments based on the following measurements automatically: Speaker Configuration (5.1, 7.1, etc), Delay (to account for the variations in distance from speakers to listening position), Channel Level, Crossover Frequency, and Room EQ.
Speaker Setup: The receiver features the following manual speaker setup functions.
- Speaker Configuration: You can set the Front speakers to small or large; the center, surround and surround back speakers to small, large or none; and the subwoofer to yes or no. For the HT-S5100 (B) system you will set the Front, Center and Rear speakers to small and the Subwoofer to yes.
- Speaker Distance: You can specify the distance from each speaker to this listening position. You can adjust the Front speaker distance from 1 to 30 feet of the listener. The Center and Subwoofer distances can be set up to 5 feet more or less than the Front distance, while the Surround and Surround Back speakers can be set up to 5 feet more or 15 feet less than the Front distance.
- Adjustable Crossover: This receiver has a built-in crossover for the subwoofer output. This setting is also used for any other speakers set to Small. The frequencies that you can choose from are 40, 80, 60, 80, 100, 120, 150, and 200 Hz.
- Speaker Levels: You can adjust the level of each speaker while listening to an input source. You can adjust the front, center and surround speakers from 12 to + 12 dB and the subwoofer from -15 to +12 dB.
- Equalizer: You can adjust the equalizer for each speaker. The front, center, surround and surround back speakers can be adjusted at 80Hz, 250Hz, 800Hz, 2500Hz and 800Hz; while the subwoofer can be adjusted at 40Hz, 80Hz and 160Hz.
- Test Tone: The receiver features a test-tone to make sure that all the speakers are working properly.
Listening Modes: This receiver incorporates a wide variety of listening modes to bring you maximum enjoyment from your audio and video software. The listening modes include:
- Direct: This mode delivers pure sound with minimum sound quality adjustment and filtration. The sound recorded for the right and left front channels is output to the right and left front speakers only and not output to the subwoofer, center, or rear speakers.
- Stereo: Sound is output from the front left and right speakers and subwoofer.
- Mono: Monaural sound is output from the front left and right speakers and subwoofer
- Dolby Pro Logic II: Dolby Pro Logic II technology processes any high quality stereo (two-channel) movie and music audio into five playback channels of full-bandwidth surround sound. A matrix surround decoding technology, Dolby Pro Logic II detects the directional cues that occur naturally in stereo content and uses these elements to create a five-channel surround sound playback experience. You can choose from the following Dolby Pro Logic II formats - Cinema, Music, or Game.
- Dolby Pro Logic IIx: Pro Logic IIx expands any existing stereo- or 5.1-channel audio for a 6.1- or 7.1- channel playback, creating a seamless, natural surround soundfield that immerses you in the entertainment experience. You can choose from the following Dolby Pro Logic IIx formats - Cinema, Music, or Game. Dolby Digital: decodes Dolby Digital soundtracks
- Dolby Digital: Dolby Digital is a 5.1 multi-channel digital surround format.
- Dolby Digital+PLIIx (Movie/Music): Expands 5.1-channel Dolby Digital sources to 6.1 or 7.1-channels.
- DTS Digital Surround: DTS Digital Surround is a 5.1 multi-channel digital surround sound format used for both commercial/theatrical and consumer grade applications.
- DTS 96/24: DTS 96/24 is a digital audio format enabling high sound quality playback in 5.1-channels with a sampling frequency of 96 kHz and 24 bit quantization of DVD-video.
- DTS-ES Extended Surround: DTS-ES features two 6.1
multi-channel formats.
- DTS-ES Discrete 6.1: DTS-ES Discrete 6.1-channel is a 6.1-channel discrete digital audio format adding a surround back channel to the DTS digital surround sound.
- DTS-ES Matrix 6.1: DTS-ES Matrix 6.1-channel is a discrete 6.1 channel digital audio format inserting a surround back channel to the DTS surround sound through matrix encoding.
- DTS Neo:6 Surround: DTS Neo:6 is a matrix decoding technology for achieving 5.1-channel surround playback with 2-channel sources. You can choose from two DTS Neo: 6 Surround formats - Neo: 6 Cinema and Neo: 6 Music
- 5.1Ch Source + Neo:6: This mode uses Neo:6 to expand 5.1-channel sources for 6.1/7.1-channel playback.
- Theater-Dimensional (T-D): Enjoy virtual 5.1 surround with two or three speakers Onkyo's exclusive. Theater-Dimensional circuitry takes the complexity out of conventional surround-sound setups and lets you experience the excitement of surround sound from as few as two ordinary speakers. Theater-Dimensional unique multi-speaker modes let you place up to five speakers conveniently by the TV, for the most realistic virtual-surround sound possible.
- Onkyo Original DSP Modes:
- Mono Movie: Suitable for old movies or other mono sources.
- Orchestra: For classical or operatic music.
- Unplugged: For acoustic instruments, vocals, and jazz.
- Studio-Mix: Suitable for rock or pop.
- TV Logic: Adds realistic acoustics to TV shows.
- All Ch Stereo: Ideal for background music.
- Full Mono: All speakers output the same sound in mono.
Dolby Pro Logic IIx Music Modes: While listening in the Dolby Pro Logic IIx Music format, there are three further enhancements you can enjoy (available with 2 channel sources only):
- Panorama: broadens the front stereo image to the surround speakers to provide a wraparound effect, especially effective when there is limited output from the surround channels, panorama can be turned on/off in the menu
- Dimension: allows you to move the sound field forward or backward
- Center Width: allows you to adjust the width of the center channel
Center Image: In the DTS Neo:6 Music mode, the Center Image feature adjusts the output of the left and right channels relative to the center channel, allowing you to make the center channel more or less dominant as needed. This improves the image of the center channel, especially when the listener is off-center. Adjustment varies from 5 (nothing subtracted from the L/R channels) to 0 (L/R channel output is cut in half).
CinemaFilter: Using the CinemaFilter, you soften overly bright movie soundtracks. Movie soundtracks are typically mixed for a large theater (relative to your home theater) with lots of soft seats and thick curtains on the walls. Home theater settings often lack these high frequency absorbing wall treatments, making the soundtrack sound too bright. CinemaFilter accounts for this and for many movies sounds more natural at home.
Audyssey Dynamic EQ: Audyssey Dynamic EQ solves the problem of deteriorating sound quality as volume is decreased by taking into account human perception and room acoustics. Dynamic EQ selects the best possible frequency response and surround levels moment-by-moment as volume is changed. The result is bass response, tonal balance and surround impression that remain constant despite changes in volume. Audyssey Dynamic EQ combines information from incoming source levels with actual output sound levels in the room, a prerequisite for delivering a loudness correction solution. Audyssey Dynamic EQ works in tandem with Audyssey (2EQ, MultEQ, MultEQ XT) to provide well-balanced sound for every listener at any volume level.
Music Optimizer: The Music Optimizer function enhances the sound quality of compressed music files. The Music Optimizer Function only works with PCM digital audio input signals with a sampling rate below 48kHz and analog audio input signals.
Late Night: The Late Night feature limits the dynamic range of Dolby Digital recordings making it easier to find a volume that ensures the quiet sounds are not too quiet and the loud sounds are not too loud for night time listening. The settings are: Off, Low, and High.
Note: This feature only works with Dolby Digital Encoded software and the amount of effect will vary based on the individual soundtrack.
Bass And Treble: You can adjust the Bass and Treble for the receiver's Front A speakers from -10 to +10 dB in 2 dB increments.
Double Bass: With the double bass feature you can boost the bass output by feeding the low frequency signals from the left and right channels (when front speakers set to large) to both the front speakers and to the subwoofer.
AV Sync: Occasionally the audio and video signals are not properly synchronized, typically when using a progressive scanning DVD player. You can correct this by delaying the audio; options are 0 (no delay), 20, or 40 milliseconds.
Assignable Digital Inputs: The HT-R560 has 4 assignable digital inputs (2 optical, 2 coaxial) allowing you to tell the unit which input source is connected to which digital input jack.
Multi-channel Input: Although this unit features built-in Dolby Digital, Dolby Pro Logic IIx, and DTS processing, it also has a 7.1 multi-channel analog input for use with external multi-channel decoders (DVD-Audio, SACD, etc).
Component Video Inputs/Output: This unit has 2 component video inputs and 1 component video monitor output. The component video inputs/output band width is 5 Hz to 50 MHz, so they will accommodate an HDTV signal.
Headphone Output: The receiver has a standard 1/4" headphone jack on the front panel. The speaker outputs are muted when headphones are plugged into the Phones jack. When you connect a pair of headphones, the listening mode automatically switches to Stereo, unless it's already set to Mono, Stereo, or Direct. When you disconnect the headphones, the previous listening mode is selected. The headphone volume for the left and right channels is adjustable (relative to one another) from -12 dB to +12 dB.
RI Remote Control Jack: The 1/8" RI (Remote Interactive) remote control jack on the receiver allows you to connect the receiver to other RI-remote capable Onkyo components. With RI, you can use the following special functions:
- Auto Power On/Standby: When you start playback on a component connected via RI, if the AV receiver is on Standby , it will automatically turn on and select that component as the input source. Similarly, when the AV receiver is set to Standby, all component connected via RI will also go on Standby.
- Direct Change: When playback is started on a component connected via the Remote Interactive (RI) jack, the receiver automatically selects that component as the input source.
- Remote Control: You can use the AV receiver's remote controller to control your other RI-capable Onkyo components, pointing the remote controller at the AV receiver's remote control sensor instead of the component.
Satellite Ready: By connecting an optional antenna and tuner, you can easily add Sirius Satellite Radio to the receiver. Adding Sirius Satellite Radio requires either the Sirius Connect Home Tuner (item number 607SCH1), which includes the tuner and an indoor/outdoor antenna, or the Sirius Connect Home Tuner Pro Kit (item number 607SCH1P1), which includes the tuner and an outdoor antenna. Sirius Satellite offers a wide range of music, news, sports, comedy, talk, and entertainment channels to choose from--all in digital quality. During satellite playback, you can display the channel name, channel number and preset number, category, artist name, or song title on the front panel. You can store a combination of up to 40 of your favorite Sirius, FM, or Am radio stations as presets.
Note: A subscription is required in order to receive Sirius satellite radio service.
Sleep Timer: From the remote, you can set the unit to automatically turn off after a preset amount of time. The sleep timer can be adjusted from 10 minutes to 90 minutes in 10-minute increments.
Display Dimmer: The display illumination has three brightness level settings.
Wireless Remote: The supplied IR wireless remote control is programmed to operate this unit and other Onkyo equipment. The remote also includes the codes to control other brand DVD players and recorders, CD players and recorders, MD recorders, TVs, VCRs, Satellite and cable boxes, PVRs (Personal Video Recorders), TV/DVD combos, TV/VCR combos, Satellite/PVR combos, and cable box/PVR combos.
iPod Dock
iPod Dock: The supplied DS-A1L Dock for iPod provides an audio/control interface between an iPod digital media player and the HT-R560 receiver. Once an iPod is docked in the DS-A1L, you can control basic functions such as volume control, play, stop, and skip via the Onkyo receiver. The dock also charges the iPod's battery.
iPod Compatibility: The DS-A1L is designed for use with iPod models having a Dock Connector. The DS-A1L features an adaptor wheel that turns to adjust for the depth of your particular iPod. The DS-A1L currently supports the following iPod models.
- iPod touch (1st/2nd generation)
- iPod classic (80/120/160GB)
- iPod video (5th generation)
- iPod photo (iPod with color display)
- 4th Generation iPod
- iPod nano (1st/2nd/3rd/4th generation)
- iPod mini (1st/2nd generation)
Note: The DS-A1L supports audio only with no video output. The DS-A1L does not support 1st, 2nd, and 3rd generation iPods.
iPod Controls: Once your iPod is docked in the DS-A1L and the DS-A1L iPod Dock is connected to the HT-R560 receiver via the proprietary dock port on back of the receiver you are able to control the following basic operations of your iPod.
- System On/Off: when you turn your amp on or off, the RI dock and your iPod will turn on or off accordingly
- Auto Power On: if you press Play on the remote control while the amp is in Standby, your amp will automatically turn on and select your iPod as the input source, then, the iPod will begin playback
- iPod Alarm Clock: use your iPod's Alarm Clock function to automatically turn on your iPod and amp at a specified time, the amp's input source will automatically be set to the input to which your iPod is connected
- Direct Change: if you start iPod playback using the remote control while listening to another input source, your amp will automatically select the iPod as the input source
- Dimmer Link: when you use your amp's Dimmer function to change its display's brightness, the brightness of the RI Dock's Power indicator will change as well.
- Remote Control: use the AV receiver's remote controller to control basic iPod functions such as Play, Pause, Stop, Fast Forward, Rewind, and Skip.
Connectors: The DS-A1L Remote Interactive Dock has the following connections:
- Top of Unit: iPod dock connector for docking your iPod
- Back of Unit: attached 56" cable terminated by a proprietary multi-pin connector which plugs into the proprietary Dock port on the HT-R560 receiver
Speaker System Features
Powered Subwoofer: The 290 watt powered subwoofer features a 9.842" down-firing woofer in a bass reflex enclosure with a front-firing port. The subwoofer has a single RCA line input for use with the supplied cable. The subwoofer automatically turns on when an input signal is received, and returns to standby mode when no signal has been input for about 5 minutes. An LED indicator on the front panel glows red when in standby mode and green when in operation. The volume control is on the rear panel. The sub's frequency response is 25 Hz to 150 Hz. The powered subwoofer is not magnetically shielded.
Front Speakers: The front speakers each use a 0.984" balanced dome tweeter and a 4.724" OMF cone woofer in a bass reflex enclosure with a front-firing port. Each speaker has a set of spring clip terminals for use with the supplied speaker wire. Each enclosure has a removable black cloth grille. A keyhole slot on the back of each enclosure allows you to wall-mount the speakers vertically without any wall brackets. The speakers' frequency response is 35 Hz to 50 kHz, sensitivity is 85 dB (1 watt/1 meter), the crossover point is 4 kHz, and they are magnetically shielded.
Center Channel Speaker: The matching center channel speaker features the same 0.984" balanced dome tweeter and two 3.149" OMF cone woofers in a bass reflex enclosure with a rear-firing port. It has a set of spring clip terminals for use with the supplied speaker wire. The enclosure has a removable black cloth grille. Two keyhole slots on the back of each enclosure allow you to wall-mount the speaker horizontally without a wall bracket. The speaker's frequency response is 60 Hz to 50 kHz, sensitivity is 85 dB (1 watt/1 meter), the crossover point is 4.5 kHz, and it is magnetically shielded.
Surround and Surround Back Speakers: The surround and surround back speakers each use a 3.149" full range cone driver in an acoustic suspension enclosure. Each speaker has a set of spring clip terminals for use with the supplied speaker wire. Each enclosure is covered by a non-removable, black cloth grille. A keyhole slot on the back of each enclosure allows you to wall-mount the speakers without any wall brackets. The speakers' frequency response is 80 Hz to 20 kHz and sensitivity is 81 dB (1 watt/1 meter). The surround and surround back speakers are not video shielded.
Speaker Wiring: Color-coded speaker wire is provided for all 7 speakers. Standard speaker wire can be substituted if longer lengths or thicker gauge speaker wire is desired.
Speaker Outputs: The speaker terminals on the receiver for the front (A), center, surround, and surround back speakers are binding posts. A plastic collar prevents using spade terminals, but bare wire, pin connecters, banana plugs and dual banana plugs will work. The B channel outputs are spring terminals.
B Speaker Outputs: The B speaker outputs can be used to power speakers in a different room, creating a second zone. When the B speakers are turned on, the amplifier for the surround back speakers is used to power them, so the connected surround back speakers are disabled and the main room becomes a 5.1 channel system. The B speakers can only play sources connected using analog cables.
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Nick Lowery was a place kicker in the NFL for nearly two decades and earned three Pro Bowl selections as a member of the Kansas City Chiefs. During his career he was well-known for his game winning field goals, but more so for his work off the field. In 1993 he earned the NFL Players Association's most prestigious humanitarian award, the Byron Whizzer White Award, and he has continued his good work in the community since his retirement.
On Thursday, November 20 Nick Lowery was on hand at the Tempe Undergraduate Student Government Devils Fight Back event in Tempe, Arizona to deliver a speech to those attending an event as a part of the national "No More" campaign, which is led by national and local groups speaking out against domestic and sexual violence.
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On Wednesday, July 19th, the New York State Workers Compensation Board posted Final Regulations in regards to New York Paid Family Leave (effective on January 1, 2018). Paid Family Leave coverage will typically be added to an employer's existing disability insurance policy.
The 2018 community rate is 0.126% of the employee's gross salary, capped at New York's current average weekly wage of $1,305. Keep in mind, this coverage is 100% employee paid and only applies if you have a location in New York and they are on NY payroll. You could begin pre-funding via payroll deduction as early as July 1, 2017, but billing will not begin until 2018. Contact your payroll provider if you are unsure of your NYPFL deduction status.
There aren't many ways you can reduce health care costs without taking something away from your employees. If your medical plan is experience rated, self-insured and/or you provide an HRA with a high deductible plan, this may be a great solution for your organization.
Telemedicine is quickly growing as a way to supplement your medical program and the way to receive care. The program enables people to save time and money by calling a board certified physician over the phone and getting prescriptions that they need rather than taking the time and incurring the cost of actually going to the doctor. This is certainly no replacement for medical insurance, but considering the growth of high deductible health plans, unnecessary office visits, difficulty getting an appointment, etc., people are looking for creative ways to save money and improve convenience.
There are not many changes you can make to your medical program that will reduce costs without having an adverse impact on your employees.
Did you know that 81% of companies with over 200 employees are self-insured (with stop loss), and 55% of firms with 200-999 employees are also self-insured? Even 16% of companies with less than 200 employees have self-insured medical plans (Source: Kaiser 2014 Benefits Survey).
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According to a recent study by the Kaiser Family Foundation and the Health Research and Education Trust, 81 percent of large employers and 49 percent of small employers offer wellness programs to their employees. These programs aim to improve employees' well-being by encouraging them to lose weight, stop smoking or make other positive lifestyle changes.
What is Workplace Wellness?
Workplace wellness refers to the education and activities that a worksite may sponsor in order to promote healthy lifestyles for their employees and their families. Examples of wellness initiatives include health education classes, subsidized use of fitness facilities and internal policies or programs that promote healthy behavior.
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This spring a new EU General Data Protection Regulation was adopted to replace the current personal data legislations. Companies that break the rules risk fines of up to 4 % of the worldwide group turnover. The new regulations entail a large number of news that all companies should be informed about. Among other things, IT systems need to be adapted to privacy under the principles of privacy by design.
Agnes Hammarstrand, partner at Delphi Law firm and expert within IT and online provides an introduction to the new regulations and what you need to do.
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Bad Moms Christmas: Trailer
Here is a sneak peek of the new film, A Bad Moms Christmas.
The Beguiled: Trailer
Acclaimed writer/director Sofia Coppola brings you a seductive thriller starring Colin Farrell, Nicole Kidman, Kirsten Dunst, and Elle Fanning.
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Had a great time at the Critic's Choice Awards this past weekend in Santa Monica. The show always has the biggest and brightest stars in Hollywood in attendance and it's very cool we are able to mingle and hang out with all of them. Needless to say, a night to remember. Here are the winners and some pictures to enjoy. The organization did a great job putting on the first and best show of awards season! Congrats to all the winners. Read the rest of this entry »


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Hello friends! Happy Halloween Eve to you! I'm looking forward to seeing all the cute little ghouls and ghosts (trick-or-treaters) that will be visiting tonight! Today I'm sharing my last halloween craft of the season. I've had so much fun creating with this cat from the Sizzix Tim Holtz Hocus Pocus Bigz die. This is also a design team project for Inspiration Emporium. I hope you can stop by and take a peek at all the great inspiration my team mates have created over at the Inspiration Journal!
I don't have a full tutorial today but here's a few pics for you. It still amazes me what you can do with a little paint, stencils, stamps and ink!
For this super fun background, I just sponged some color with the chevron stencil onto watercolor cardstock. Then did some stamping, splattering and distressing to the watercolor cardstock.
I used some ephemera from the frightful pack and some of the curiosities remnant rubs.
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Usually, a joke about people walking to a bar includes a selection of different people of opposing, or different views, resulting in humor. And in the case of my title it sounds like a terrible joke without any conflict, thus no humor… and you would be half right, there is no humor. But there is conflict….
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The Rational Agnostic
Recently someone said to me: "All rational agnostics are atheist by default."
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