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01 Feb 2002 Who Will Monitor the Monitor? Commission on Civil Rights Chairman's Uncivil Manner Screams for Scrutiny, by David Almasi
We are taught that there are three official branches to our government: the executive, legislative and judicial. Some consider the media a fourth because it shapes public opinion. But there is reason to believe one person – Mary Frances Berry, chairman of the U.S. Commission on Civil Rights – considers herself a fifth branch.
Although she's only a political appointee, Berry engages in behavior setting her apart from the rules normally governing her pay grade. Her actions spur charges that she's turned the Commission and its $9 million budget1 into a soapbox for her liberal political views. When challenged, she hides behind the cause of civil rights.
Berry recently put the Commission on Civil Rights at odds with the White House by refusing to seat President Bush's choice of black conservative civil rights lawyer Peter Kirsanow to replace Commissioner Victoria Wilson, previously best-known for as the editor of Anne Rice's novels. Wilson was appointed in 2000 to serve out Judge Leon Higginbotham's term after his death. Berry insists Wilson can serve a full six-year term even though appointment papers issued by the Clinton Administration note her term ended on November 29, 2001.2
When Berry refused to seat Kirsanow last December 7, she explained that she believed the Commission must maintain its "independence" from the rest of the government. She said the Commission monitors government, free from normal checks and balances.3
On February 4, a Clinton-appointed judge sided with Berry. The Justice Department has appealed the decision. Commenting on her victory, Berry declared: "This court upheld the independence of the commission… This ruling shows us that no Justice Department, no White House can tell us what to do."4
Berry's behavior regarding Kirsanow is not an isolated case. The Commission on Civil Rights deserves intense scrutiny by Congress and the White House, and that only way to reform the Commission may be to remove Berry.
Berry recently subpoenaed three Bush cabinet members to testify before the commissioners on February 8 on "environmental justice." It's the first time in at least 20 years that the Commission has asked even a single cabinet secretary to testify, much less three. It's been speculated the reason for the subpoenas, which are expected to be ignored, is more of a way to get back at the President over the Kirsanow appointment than a genuine effort to discuss environmental justice.5 At an earlier meeting, ostensibly called to investigate environmental justice issues, the liberal commissioners used the issue to bash businesses rather than discuss the negative financial effects government regulations and related environmental issues can have on minorities.
Berry plans to take the Commission "on the road" this summer to rehash the 2000 presidential election results in Florida.6 Although the agency already issued a report critical of the outcome (and tried to squash a rebuttal submitted by conservative commissioners), Berry apparently feels the need to follow-up their work. The findings are likely to be released just prior to the 2002 national congressional elections and the Florida governor's race in which President Bush's brother Jeb is up for reelection.
Then there's conservative commissioner Abigail Thernstrom's "book-burner" allegation. When University of Maryland professor Christopher Foreman, Jr. wrote favorably about Thernstrom in a book review for the Commission's Civil Rights Journal magazine, staff director Les Jin ordered the review be removed from the upcoming issue. Jin is a close associate of Berry, and Thernstrom charged the review was spiked a Berry's request. Foreman, who testified against Berry's form of environmental justice in January, called Jin's actions "corrupt." Jin later reversed himself.7
Beyond the partisanship, the Berry reign at the Commission on Civil Rights has been plagued by financial irregularities. A 1997 Government Accounting Office (GAO) audit found "an agency in disarray, with limited awareness how its resources are used." The GAO found only 10 percent of the agency's budget was spent on investigations related to its founding mission, and that Commission staff withheld vital financial information. Berry stonewalled during congressional testimony on the GAO audit, and her supporters alleged a racist conspiracy against her leadership.8
President Bush has the ability to replace Commission staff director Les Jin. Congress can exert more oversight and reduce the agency's budget for not adhering to its mission. After the Kirsanow controversy is over, Chairman Mary Frances Berry herself could, potentially, be removed for obstructing justice. If something is not done, tolerance of her activities will essentially make her a government unto herself.
David W. Almasi is the executive director of The National Center for Public Policy Research, a non-partisan Washington, D.C. think tank. He can be reached at [email protected].
1 Neely Tucker, "Judge Rejects Bush Pick for Civil Rights Agency," Washington Post, February 5, 2002.
2 Bill Sammon and Steve Miller, "Civil Rights Chairman Rebuffs Bush Bid," Washington Times, December 6, 2001.
3 Personal notes of David W. Almasi, U.S. Commission on Civil Rights meeting, December 7, 2001.
4 Ellen Sorkin, "Court Bars Bush's Appointment to Civil Rights Panel," Washington Times, February 5, 2002.
5 Steve Miller, "Rights Commission Subpoenas 3 in Cabinet," Washington Times, January 25, 2002.
6 Almasi.
7 Lloyd Grove, "Civil Rights Commission? Hardly!" Washington Post, January 24, 2002.
8 Judith Coburn, "There's Something About Mary," Salon.com, October 12, 1999, downloaded from http://www.salon.com/news/feature/1999/10/12/berry/print.html on December 6, 2001.


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There are video game art books, then there are video game art books. Most fall into the first category. Uncharted 2's is a proud member of the latter.
See, most things that call themselves "art books" are nothing of the sort. They're cheap collections of in-game renders and promo art, slapped together in a poor-quality binding and rushed onto the market to make a cheap buck.
Some, however, take things a little more seriously. Go to the trouble of presenting the artwork in an actual book (rather than a glorified magazine). Include stories on how the game was designed and developed. Show some actual art, not just screenshots and renders we've already seen a million times on the game's website.
Half-Life 2's "Raising the Bar" is one of this rare breed. Valkyria Chronicles' art book is another. As is Okami's.
Uncharted 2's, however, might be better than the lot of them.
Pencils! Paint brushes! - Know what I love most in an art book? Concept art. The sketches, doodles and paintings that set the artists on the road to the characters and environments that actually appear in the game. This book doesn't just feature these, they make up the bulk of its content. There are even a few pieces of sculpture, showing how the designers committed the characters to clay to get a feel for them before generating large 3D models.
The Making Of - While every page is layered with lush, colourful pieces of art, almost every page is also home to tales from the developers and artists on how the game was made, what changes were made between the Uncharted games and other random, mostly unknown insights into the process of making Uncharted 2. Video games are normally lacking in this behind the scenes insight, so it's nice to read some of it here.
Presentation Is Everything - This might not be everyone's cup of tea, but this book benefits from some glorious presentation. As you'll see from the glare in the photos below, each page is printed on thick, glossy paper, which makes beautiful artwork only look better. The two more expensive editions also boast lush packaging, with soft leather covers and embossing making them something to not just read, but treasure.
Size Counts - All that would have been for naught, however, if the book was small, or somehow under-represented the scope of the game. It does not. Between paintings, sketches and 3D models, you get a feel for the creative process behind not just every character in the game, but every location, level and memorable encounter as well.
Bring Money - All that quality comes at a cost, however. Of the three editions of the book, the cheapest, a softcover, still costs USD$65. The brown special edition, with leather, embossed cover costs USD$129, while the folio edition - which admittedly comes with gold embossing and a "hand-crafted presentation case" - will set you back a ridiculous USD$300. Serious fans will no doubt be happy to pay, but the more casual observer may be put off by such high prices.
Those put off by the price should know the standard, $65 edition doesn't skimp on content. It's the same book inside. So if you're a fan of Uncharted 2 - or just video games in general - it won't hurt to save up for a few weeks and get this. For a series that is so passionate about its art and creativity, this is as fitting an accompaniment as we could have hoped for.
If you'd like to see some pictures of the book, I've included a few shots from my copy - the standard edition - below. Below that, reader Mutton-Chops was kind enough to send us pics of his fancy, $300 folio edition.
The Art Of Uncharted 2 is now available worldwide from Ballistic Publishing. Standard edition costs USD$64, special edition USD$129 & folio edition USD$300. A copy of the book was given to us by the publisher for review purposes. Completed every page of the book. Most of them more than once.
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Popular misconceptions: Benedict's resignation and choice of successor
By Phil Lawler ( bio - articles - email ) | Feb 14, 2013
The mainstream media are suddenly taking a keen interest in Vatican affairs, sending reporters to process the latest unfounded rumors from Rome. Meanwhile self-proclaimed experts on Catholicism are flooding the internet with their own theories. As a result, thousands of inaccurate stories are appearing every day. Once again I encourage readers to treat every new report with caution, and sensational reports with outright skepticism. To separate the wheat from the chaff, keep checking this site.
We cannot correct every misleading story that appears in the media; there are simply too many. But we can, and will, offer occasional bulletins to clear up the most popular misconceptions. For instance:
- The Vatican is not hiding evidence of a medical crisis that prompted the Pope's resignation. Yes, the Holy Father recently had the battery replaced on his pacemaker, but that is a routine operation. Yes, he stumbled and hurt his head during his trip to Mexico last year. But the injury was not severe, he completed all events on his schedule for that trip, and he has recovered fully. (It would have been sensible for Vatican officials to disclose the accident at the time, but the cult of secrecy runs deep.) Those who see the Pontiff on a regular basis report no signs of physical illness, apart from the ordinary effects of aging in general and arthritis in particular. It's still possible that the Pope has suffered some new medical setback in recent weeks, but if that is the case, even high-ranking Vatican officials are still in the dark about it. The conspiracy theories, alleging an old illness or injury that has been hidden from the public, are simply wrong.
- Pope Benedict will not directly influence the choice of his successor. The Pope will leave Rome after his resignation, to live for a while at Castel Gandolfo. He probably will not return to Rome until his successor has been elected. He will not participate in the meetings of cardinals prior to the conclave, and he would not be eligible to vote in the conclave in any case, since he is over the age of 80. Certainly everything he says between now and February 28 will be carefully scrutinized for signals about his thoughts on the future of the papacy. But those who know Pope Benedict well agree that he will do his best to avoid influencing the papal election.
- The Pope is not resigning because of the sex-abuse scandal (he has borne that burden for more than a decade, and made significant progress), nor because of turmoil at the Vatican bank (with a new president to be appointed soon, that crisis may already be past), nor because he is depressed by what he reads when he logs onto his Twitter account (in fact he does not use the internet at all; aides have posted quotes on his Twitter account). He has explained his motivation twice: he finds that he no longer has the strength and stamina to carry out his duties. Again the conspiracy theories are misguided.
- The Pope is not planning to enter a monastery. He will take up residence, eventually, in a building on the Vatican grounds that has been used as a monastery. The nuns who occupied that building have already left. It is now being renovated. The Pope has indicated that he wants to make it his home for a life of seclusion and prayer.
- Cardinal Angelo Sodano, the former Secretary of State, will not preside over the papal conclave. He too is over 80 years old, and cannot enter the conclave. As dean of the College of Cardinals he would preside at a papal funeral, and thereby command the attention of the world. But there will be no funeral in this case. Cardinal Sodano retains considerable influence, which he will probably use during the interregnum. But once the conclave begins he will be on the sidelines.
- Cardinal Francis Arinze is not among the top candidates for the papacy. He was properly listed among the leading papabili 5 or 10 years ago, but now he too is over the age of 80, and more than 4 years have passed since he resigned from his important role as prefect of the Congregation for Divine Worship. He will not be at the conclave, and it seems very unlikely that the conclave will choose him.
- Pope Benedict has not decreed that his successor will attend World Youth Day in Rio de Janeiro, or that his private secretary, Archbishop Georg Ganswein, will continue in his post as prefect of the pontifical household after his resignation. It's a safe bet that both of these statements are true—that the new Pope will go to Rio, and Archbishop Ganswein will keep his position. But the Pope cannot bind his successor, and it would be prudent for Vatican spokesmen to speak accurately about these matters, observing the proper protocol. The new Pontiff could theoretically decide not to travel to Rio. He could choose another prefect for the pontifical household, and/or give Archbishop Ganswein a diocesan assignment. In all likelihood the new Pope will honor the old Pope's decisions, but he is not required to do so.
- No cardinals will lose their eligibility as electors between the date of the Pope's retirement and the opening of the conclave. The canonical rule stipulates that a cardinal loses eligibility if he passed his 80th birthday before the Holy See becomes vacant. That vacancy will occur on February 28. Thus Cardinal Walter Kasper, who will turn 80 on March 5, will remain eligible to vote in the conclave.
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Agenda outlines blueprint for reversing decline of Gulf Coast ecosystem
WASHINGTON – The Gulf Coast Ecosystem Restoration Task Force, chaired by U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Lisa P. Jackson, today released for public review and feedback its comprehensive preliminary strategy for long term ecosystem restoration. The strategy, which will be presented to President Obama at the end of the public review period, represents an historic opportunity for addressing long-standing issues contributing to the decline of the Gulf's critical ecosystem. The preliminary strategy is the first effort of its kind to be developed with the involvement of parties throughout the region, including the states, tribes, federal agencies, local governments and thousands of interested citizens and organizations. The plan strategy, which builds upon on-going efforts underway in the Gulf Coast states includes specific steps for on-the-ground action and represents the Task Force's commitment to putting Gulf coastal restoration on an equal footing with other national priorities.
One year ago today, President Obama established the Task Force by executive order, in response to recommendations from a report by Secretary of the Navy Ray Mabus, to continue the Administration's ongoing commitment to the Gulf region. The group is made up of representatives from the five Gulf States and 11 federal agencies, including the Environmental Protection Agency, Council on Environmental Quality, Department of the Interior, Department of Commerce, Department of Defense, Department of Agriculture, Department of Justice, Department of Transportation, Office of Management and Budget, Office of Science and Technology Policy and Domestic Policy Council.
"Even before last year's oil spill, the Gulf of Mexico endured decades of decline that threatened the environmental and economic health of this region. This strategy is designed to prepare the region for transitioning from a response to the spill into a long-term recovery that supports the vital ecosystem and the people who depend on it," said Administrator Jackson. "The health of the Gulf of Mexico ecosystem starts and ends with its people and its communities. The individuals and families who visit the Gulf, who work in the region, who depend on its resources, and especially those who call it home, know its needs and challenges best. They will be integral to creating and executing this long-term strategy."
"The Task Force's draft strategy identifies fundamental obstacles that have plagued restoration and protection efforts in Louisiana and other states for decades. The report attempts to begin reversing 80 years of mismanagement," said Garret Graves, Task Force vice-chair and chair of the Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority of Louisiana. "It identifies critical issues such as changes in river management, the use of dredged sediment, navigation channel bank stabilization, and the need to expedite the snail's pace process of implementing water resources projects. History has proven that being reactive on disaster mitigation costs exponentially more. This report is an important first step in moving toward a proactive strategy as recognized through the implementation of the state's coastal master plan. There is much work still left to be done and we look forward to continuing to work with Task Force agencies and our fellow Gulf States to finally stabilize our coast and protect the Gulf communities."
The natural resources of the Gulf's ecosystem are vital to many of the region's industries that directly support economic progress and job creation, including tourism and recreation, seafood production and sales, energy production and navigation and commerce. Among the major initiatives with specific actions recommended by the preliminary strategy to protect and restore those natural resources are:
• Stopping the Loss of Wetlands
Stopping the loss of critical wetlands, sand barriers and beaches is a key recommendation of the preliminary strategy. Key habitats for a wide range of fish and other animals are being lost or reduced across the Gulf. The creation of channels and levees from dredging in the Lower Mississippi often can "disconnect" the vast wetland delta from the source of sediments that built the delta over thousands of years. The strategy aims to restore the supply of sediments needed to build up eroding wetlands and to ultimately reconnect these valuable resources to their historic source of sediments, particularly in the Lower Mississippi. To help do this, the strategy recommends placing ecosystem restoration on an equal footing with historic uses such as navigation and flood damage reduction by approaching water resource management decisions in a far more comprehensive manner that will bypass harm to wetlands, barrier islands and beaches. The strategy also recommends implementation of several congressionally authorized projects in the Gulf that are intended to reverse the trend of wetlands loss.
• Reducing the Flow of Nutrients into the Gulf
The strategy calls for working in the Gulf and upstream in the Mississippi watershed to reduce the flow of nutrients into the Gulf by supporting state nutrient reduction frameworks, new nutrient reduction approaches, and targeted watershed work to reduce agricultural and urban sources of nutrients. The strategy recommends addressing the complex issues surrounding the transport of nutrients in excess to our Gulf coast by broadly supporting action-oriented innovations from all sectors that address both the environmental as well as the economics of effective nutrient management.
• Enhancing Resiliency Among Coastal Communities
The strategy calls for enhancing the quality of life of Gulf residents by working in partnership with Gulf with coastal communities themselves — the living laboratories for facing the challenges posed. The strategy specifically recommends working with each of the States to build the integrated capacity needed through effective coastal improvement plans to better secure the future of their coastal communities and to implement existing efforts underway.
Additionally, the Task Force will begin immediately reviewing existing policies, programs and regulations that are slowing down restoration progress, particularly in the habitat restoration area. The Task Force will also explore innovative ways to implement restoration, measure success and support the restoration with science.
The following are statements on the release of the preliminary strategy from representatives of the member states on the task force:
N. Gunter Guy, Commissioner of the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources said, "The combined efforts of the federal and state members of the Task Force have resulted in the release of a preliminary strategy focused on restoring the Gulf Coast ecosystem. Alabama looks forward to receiving feedback from the public on the strategy and commits to continue working to improve Alabama's Gulf Coast communities and protecting its natural resources."
Mimi A. Drew, Florida's representative on the task force and Special Advisor to the Florida Department of Environmental Protection Secretary Herschel T. Vinyard, Jr. said, "Today's release of this important report is the culmination of more than a year's worth of collaboration and hard work to identify priorities and a strategy to improve, restore and protect the fragile and vital Gulf ecosystem. The Gulf of Mexico provides huge environmental and economic benefits to Florida and we l
ook forward to input from the public to work refine this plan."
Trudy D. Fisher, Executive Director of the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality said, "The Task Force marked an unprecedented commitment at the federal and state levels to create a shared vision for a healthier Gulf Coast ecosystem. We are confident that the resulting strategy will set the stage for future cooperation and success. Mississippi will be a critical partner as the work continues."
Helen S. Young, Deputy Commissioner of Coastal Resources in the Texas General Land Office commented, "The collaborative federal, state, and local process that involved visits to the five Gulf states and listening sessions with locals highlighted the states' shared issues and unique needs. For instance, it emphasized the importance of Texas's barrier islands, which are the first line of defense against storm surge like Hurricane Ike produced in 2008, making it the second costliest hurricane in recent times with damage of $127 billion. The Strategy also underscores the significance of the Gulf of Mexico to the national economy and identifies the issues of greatest concern for the region. Restoration efforts based on the strategy will help ensure that these critical environmental and economic resources remain viable."
This preliminary strategy represents the Task Force's strong commitment to the restoration of the Gulf Coast. The strategy was developed following more than 40 public meetings throughout the Gulf to listen to the concerns of the public.
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After an epic journey, space shuttle Enterprise has finally arrived at her new home, Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum in New York City.
On April 12th, 2011 NASA awarded Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum space shuttle Enterprise. Since then, NASA and Intrepid have worked together to bring the shuttle to New York City.
Now, over a year later, she has safely completed a flight atop the 747 Shuttle Carrier Aircraft, the vessel specially outfitted and responsible for safely ferrying the mated space shuttle Enterprise from Dulles to John F. Kennedy Airport on April 27, 2012, and a two day trip by barge from John F. Kennedy Airport, to Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum.
On Tuesday, June 6th, shuttle Enterprise completed the second leg of her river ride, departing Weeks Marine in New Jersey and sailing north on the Hudson River. Along the way, the shuttle passed other American icons like the Statue of Liberty, the Freedom Tower, Empire State Building, and of course the Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum. Weather and tidal conditions were favorable allowing Enterprise to arrive home ahead of schedule.
Once safely moored to the craning barge, crews began the tedious task of lifting Enterprisefrom water level on to the flight deck of the former USS Intrepid. Although it was a slow and steady process, space shuttle Enterprise safely touched down on the flight deck of Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum, on schedule, at around 4:30pm.
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As SEJeff and Michael point out in the comments
git show $shashows a single commit. The output of git show is different to git format-patch though (it cannot be applied via git-am).


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Eileen Hynes, this week's Educator of the Week, shares a set of thematic-based activities that connect students to the world around them through Korean culture. Read more about these activities and other ideas for incorporating geo-education into your classroom.
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In my classroom, I teach thematically and create curriculum based on what's happening in the world around us. I am also committed to engaging students with the local community because everyone makes meaning based on what they know and through their personal connections.
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What is one simple activity to get students to think about their world?
Inviting elders into the classroom is an easy way to connect students to their community and help them think through a different lens, and you don't need to look far. Each year, I send letters to the parents in my class letting them know what lessons we're planning for the year, and I invite them and their families to visit and share on these topics. Last year, we had 12 guests, and I dedicated the last 20 minutes of our school day to their visits.
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I truly believe this type of teaching is the most engaging way to teach. Kids are inspired to learn, research, and take ownership over what they're learning. I encourage kids to make connections — to themselves, the world, to their community, and the things they already know. This type of teaching keeps the learning spiraling inward and outward. It creates a depth to what they're learning and builds critical thinking, problem solving, cooperation, and communication skills. I also believe that geo-education supports nurturing, empathetic, and compassionate human beings.
Do you have advice for teachers who want to get more involved with teaching their students about the world?
Follow your passion! If you're excited about what you're teaching, this will inspire your students. Trust kids, and really ask them the questions you don't have the answers to. Especially for new teachers — you don't have to plan everything out and know what's going to happen — this is too difficult. Go into your classroom with the same curiosity you're trying to instill in your students.
Do you have a favorite book, blog, or website that inspires your teaching?
A really great "how to" book is Out of the Classroom and Into the World by Salvatore Vascellaro.
Do you have a favorite quote that inspires you in your life or in your teaching?
I keep a poster of Albert Einstein in my classroom with the quote, "Imagination is more important than knowledge."
Eileen Hynes has been an elementary school teacher for the past 28 years. She has most recently taught 2nd – 4th graders at The Lake and Park School in Seattle, Washington, and is assuming the role of Director of Thematic Studies, a position that allows her to work across kindergarten through 5th grade classrooms to support learning of the social studies and sciences. To hear more from Eileen, visit her teaching blog.
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Westbrook's future; Garcia to UFL
Former Eagles running back Brian Westbrook is set to decide by Monday on which team he will play for this season, according to ESPN's Chris Mortensen.
The suitors that he has visited are St. Louis, Washington and Denver. Green Bay had also expressed interest at one point. Redskins coach Mike Shanahan has said since the spring that the Redskins have had an offer out to Westbrook.
Whether he joins one of those teams or another team that has yet to be identified is not clear.
Former Eagles quarterback Jeff Garcia is hoping to continue his pro football career with the Omaha Nighthawks of the UFL.
"I was hoping to get back into the NFL this year," Garcia told the San Francisco Chronicle. "We had teams that expressed interest, but nobody wanted to fully commit."
Garcia, 40, spent two games with the Eagles last season when Donovan McNabb was hurt in the season opener and served as a backup to Kevin Kolb.
The UFL has yet to announce the signing, although once Garcia signs he would not be eligible to return to the NFL until November.
The Eagles have announced the broadcast team for the preseason games that will be aired by the Eagles Television Network on 6ABC. Don Tollefson will handle the play-by-play, along with Hugh Douglas and Charley Casserly in the booth. Jamie Apody will be the sideline reporter.
The network will air the game tomorrow night against Jacksonville, as well as games at Kansas City on Aug. 27 and against the Jets on Sept. 2. The game at Cincinnati at Aug. 20 will air on Fox.
After the flap at Eagles training camp yesterday with a fan wearing a Donovan McNabb Redskins jersey, Washington GM Bruce Allen was asked if a fan would be asked to remove a Jason Campbell Raiders jersey at Redskins camp.
"No, no," Allen told ESPN 980, according to the Washington Post. "I bet it wasn't Andy. I bet it was someone blaming Andy for it. The great thing about our fans, somebody came with an Eagles McNabb jersey the training camp. I saw the person, and the burgundy and gold fans let them know that they didn't appreciate it."