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In an exclusive interview, Lord Desai discusses India's agrarian economy, corruption in New Delhi and his experiences at LSE.
Speaking at LSE earlier this year, Lord Meghnad Desai, Professor Emeritus of Economics at LSE, described the School as a place where "things are always happening because it's connected to the City and simultaneously connected to politics." This description could apply equally to Lord Desai, who has been at LSE for more than 30 years. He was appointed as a lecturer at LSE in 1965 on the eve of a student rebellion; in 1983, he became a Professor of Economics and went on to head LSE's Development Studies Institute (1990-95) and found and lead LSE Global Governance (1992-2003).
During his time at the School, Lord Desai has researched and lectured on a variety of subjects: Marxian analysis, applied econometrics, Indian development and reform, poverty, globalisation, and the role of private markets. His engagement with economics and the social sciences is the subject of a new book, "Arguing About the World: The Work and Legacy of Meghnad Desai", edited by LSE's Professor of Global Governance Mary Kaldor and Dr Polly Vizard.
In an exclusive interview, Lord Desai discusses India's agrarian economy, corruption in New Delhi, his experiences at LSE and more.
Q. In "Arguing About the World", Professor Jagdish Bhagwati contrasts two narratives on the Indian economy: the optimistic narrative, which highlights the successes of neoliberal reform and the enormous potential for India's growth rate; and the sceptical narrative, which argues that economic growth has spurred inequality. Are you an optimist or a pessimist on India's economic potential?
A. I'm a short-term pessimist and a medium-run optimist. Some of India's current economic problems are self-inflicted, resulting from the UPA II government's inability to take risks and be decisive. But the real problem is corruption in the political structure and its intersection with business. The Indian economy's strength derives from the private sector. But the bigger private entrepreneurs become, the more they are blackmailed and harassed by the political system. It is well known, though rarely documented, that political parties are financed by black money from corporates—this culture will be very difficult to dislodge.
To be clear, I don't think that corruption affects economic growth—corruption is a moral issue, not an issue of economic efficiency. The question is why in the face of corruption the government seizes up and is unable to react or do anything. That paralysis is a problem.
Q. One of the chapters in "Arguing About the World" analyses your earlier work on Indian agricultural productivity. What do you think the future of India's agrarian economy will be?
A. There is a political perception that India has to be predominantly agrarian because the secret of growth lies in agriculture. But the growth rate in agriculture is unlikely to go beyond three or four per cent. The most important thing is to make agriculture efficient and move labour out of agriculture and into industry. In terms of absorbing surplus rural labour, India has failed to industrialise properly. Rather than address this failing, India has implemented programmes such as the National Rural Employment Guarantee Act, which keeps people in the countryside.
There is also a reluctance to think about agriculture in a modern way. The agriculture ministry is very old fashioned. The Gandhian imagery of India as a country of 700,000 villages endures even though it's complete rubbish. Farmers need modern technology, pesticides, mobile phones and better credit conditions. India needs a forward-looking agriculture minister who thinks of farmers as prosperous, educated, machine-oriented people.
This reframing will shift the focus towards the need for better warehousing, better marketing logistics, and better agricultural export products. India needs to get into more interesting agriculture than food grains—horticulture, vineyards, fisheries.
Q. Dr Vizard describes you as a 'globaliser' for supporting globalisation in all its aspects, including the free movement of labour and the extension of international law. Do you think globalisation can survive the protectionist policies resulting from the ongoing global recession?
A. I'm still a globaliser and champion the full freedom of movement of capital, labour, trade and migrants. My book "Marx's Revenge: The Resurgence of Capitalism and the Death of Statist Socialism" is a globaliser's book. The current economic crisis is very much a part of globalisation—globalisation made massive transfers of capital to countries like India and China possible. But the crisis also gives the global system a chance to restructure itself. In "Marx's Revenge" I point out that Marx viewed crisis as a way for capitalism to solve its problems. In this crisis, the balance of economic power is shifting from West to East because the West is outspending itself. There'll be severe costs for West to restructure itself, but it has to be done. Meanwhile, the people who have worked hard in Africa and Asia will get something out of the system.
Q. On the subject of crises, what major changes has the study of economics undergone during your time at LSE?
A. LSE was beginning to have a precise image as an econometrics department when I arrived in 1965. The School was hiring mathematical economists such as Denis Sargan, Harry G. Johnson and Terence Gorman to build up a powerful department, which did excellent research on the frontier of econometrics. During my time at the Department of Economics, a lot of new, young faculty came in from around the world – India, Europe, the United States – but the department always retained its technical mainstream image. Even when I was convenor of the department (1987-90), I did heterodox work, but I didn't want anyone else to have to.
The best thing about the School was that it didn't mind what you did as long as you did your academic work. I had tenure and published quite regularly, so I had the freedom to stray from my core competencies to work on other topics—Marxist theory, environmental economics. For that reason, it was great fun being at LSE.
Q. Why did you establish LSE Global Governance (previously known as the Centre for the Study of Global Governance)?
A. When Dr I.G. Patel was the director of LSE, he floated the idea of a multidisciplinary centre for teaching development. I was recruited internally and asked to design courses for the department (which became DESTIN). Meanwhile, one of [former LSE director] John Ashworth's friends had asked the question, "if science can solve problems, why can't social science?" By way of response to that query, we decided to start the Centre for the Study of Global Governance. There were no disciplinary boundaries at the centre, no orthodoxy. I enjoyed working there very much.
Q. What advice would you give to current students about pursuing interdisciplinary research?
A. Students at the undergraduate level should specialise and be secure in one discipline, while those at the post-graduate level can work across disciplines. Once you're more mature, you can look at other disciplines in a non-superficial way. DESTIN was the first interdisciplinary department at LSE and it was successful because people came to it mid-career seeking more academic breadth. If students are academically mature, you can also design a more challenging course.
Q. You've previously described your book on Bollywood actor Dilip Kumar as your greatest achievement. What do you consider your greatest academic achievement?
A. The comment about the Kumar book is mostly facetious—I say that because I met my wife, Kishwar, while she was editing the book. My actual favourite book is "Marx's Revenge". That was a climactic book for me; it brought together all the political debates I've taken part in, whether in the context of political parties or student politics. I've tried to combine all my knowledge of politics, history and economics in that book, and its large bibliography now serves as a reference guide for me.
Q. Beyond academia, you've played an active role in politics (Lord Desai was Chairman, Holloway Ward Labour Party of the Islington Central Constituency from 1977 to 1980 and Chairman and President of the Islington South and Finsbury Constituency Labour Party). Did you find the academics or the politicians more sceptical of your efforts to juggle two careers?
A. The academics could not understand why I was doing politics and I always had to establish that I was still a serious academic. The politicians respected me for being an academic and still devoting time to them.
I found that my political work made me a better academic. A lot of economists give politicians advice, but then return to the isolation of their offices. By canvassing at doorsteps for the Labour Party, I found out how people live their day to day lives and it was an immense education for me. [Former Labour Party leader] John Smith used to say that the party trusted me not only because of my knowledge of economics but also because I had gone door to door arguing Labour's case.


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Lowenstein Bankruptcy attorneys Brent Weisenberg and Arielle B. Adler join other seasoned insolvency professionals and area bankruptcy judges at the American Bankruptcy Institute's Mid-Atlantic Bankruptcy Workshop to speak on leading issues in the industry, with a focus on the Mid-Atlantic region.
August 5, 2021
12-1 p.m.
The Impact of the Pandemic on Brick-and-Mortar: A New Paradigm, or the Next Stage in the Evolution of Retail?
Retail was already in the midst of a fundamental shift before the pandemic started. Once COVID-19 hit, retailers were forced to innovate or close their doors forever. This panel will discuss case and Bankruptcy Code developments during the pandemic, as well as the extent to which the panelists believe the pandemic accelerated retail trends that were already underway or whether the changes reflect a true evolution in the retail space. The audience will be invited to share what they are seeing happening in their own jurisdictions as well, providing further perspective on retail's innovation and survival.
- Arielle B. Adler, Lowenstein Sandler LLP
- Ian J. Bambrick, Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP
- Kristen E. Burgers, Hirschler Fleischer, PC
- Anthony R. Calascibetta, EisnerAmper LLP
- Jennifer M. McLemore, Williams Mullen
August 6, 2021
The Increasing Use of Chapter 11 to Resolve Sexual Abuse Scandals
9-10 a.m.
States across the country have enacted so-called "reviver" statutes, allowing otherwise time-barred claims for childhood sexual abuse to proceed. History has shown that bankruptcy filings by targeted institutions are a natural byproduct of reviver statutes and laws tolling the applicable statutes of limitations for sexual abuse claims. Indeed, an increasing number of bankruptcies have been filed in the wake of reviver statutes and new waves of sexual abuse claims. This panel will discuss issues that arise at the crossroads of sexual abuse claims and chapter 11, including the tension caused by using a financial reorganization tool to resolve highly emotional personal-injury claims, the stresses that cases of this ilk place on the Bankruptcy Code (including the uniqueness of claims bar dates in cases of this sort, nonprofit debtors and the absolute priority rule, and the propriety of third-party releases), and the use of mediation to globally resolve these cases.
- Brent Weisenberg, Lowenstein Sandler LLP
- Zhao (Ruby) Liu, The Rosner Law Group LLC
- Hon. Jerrold N. Poslusny, U.S. Bankruptcy Court
- Joseph L. Schwartz, Riker Danzig Scherer Hyland & Perretti LLP
- Sara C. Temes, Bond, Schoeneck & King PLLC

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Basseterre, St. Kitts, November 14, 2015 (SKNIS)—Minister of Agriculture, Honourable Eugene Hamilton has lauded the support of the People's Republic of China on Taiwan for its continued support to the development of the agriculture sector in St. Kitts and Nevis.
"I don't want people to underestimate the contribution of Taiwan to our nation," Minister Hamilton said.
The agriculture minister disclosed that Taiwan is contributing to the pesticides lab in St. Kitts, where it is providing equipment and training to help determine the level of chemicals in the soil. The support from Taiwan in this regard would also help ensure that the chemicals used in the field do not seep into the food grown while at the same time benefiting the farmers.
Minister Hamilton said it is important that the people of St. Kitts and Nevis understand the significance of the diplomatic relationship between St. Kitts and Nevis and Taiwan, which has existed for over 30 years since the days of Dr. Kennedy Simmonds as premier and eventually prime minister. The minister noted that after independence when St. Kitts and Nevis formalized its relationship with Taiwan, the British Government was not pleased, but Dr. Simmonds stood his ground. Today, Mr. Hamilton suggested that St. Kitts and Nevis has benefited tremendously from the relationship with Taiwan.
"A change of government should not change your diplomatic relations with countries that are of like mind," Hamilton said, noting that the relationship with Taiwan has transcended three administrations since independence.
Taiwan has also provided support to St. Kitts and Nevis through the International Cooperation and Development Fund (Taiwan ICDF). Taiwan ICDF is dedicated to boosting socio-economic development, enhancing human resources and promoting economic relations in a range of developing partner countries. The Fund also offers humanitarian assistance and provides aid in the event of natural disasters, makes direct or indirect investments and finances lending operations.


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Thomas Jefferson's warning – "The government you elect is the government you deserve" – is certainly ringing true these days, especially for parents whose children are being denied in-person learning by the school boards they elected. It's easy to say 'it's all about the kids' when running for office but parents can't simply accept platitudes as gospel. Most parents probably couldn't fathom that school boards would bend to employee and union pressure to keep kids out of school, but that's exactly what they are doing. (And frankly, it's not surprising to those of us who have fought school boards and unions for years to give kids better educational opportunities.)
They are hiding behind arbitrary gating criteria that are more designed to keep kids out of school than in. Two elements of the criteria, the number of new cases and positivity rate threshold, are meaningless, given that the state and private labs are using criteria known to produce many false positives.
School boards (appropriately) say they're concerned about the health of the staff, but both science and empirical evidence support keeping schools open, safely, for kids and staff alike. Employees of private businesses are working among large groups of customers with little impact from COVID. Even employees in daycare centers, which have been operating throughout the pandemic, have been relatively unscathed; statewide, there are only 58 cases reported as of October 19, and only one case required hospitalization.
Students are being denied an education and forced to suffer emotional trauma – to the point of suicide – over a virus with a 100% survival rate for Kansas kids and 99.7% for adults 18-64. More data like this is in the COVID Information Center published by Kansas Policy Institute, which owns the Sentinel.
Some school districts, including Blue Valley, Derby, and Olathe, have been caught attempting to make parents think their children are under a quarantine order even though school districts have no legal authority to do so.
Getting kids in school full time is the first priority, but that's hardly the end of the education crisis. The school board members you elected know that student achievement is much lower than Kansans have been led to believe. School officials like to claim that Kansas is among the top ten states in the nation, but they know that that has never been true. Kansas is consistently in the middle on ACT college-preparedness and proficiency levels on the National Assessment of Educational Progress, and that's in a nation that doesn't perform well.
Johnson County prides itself on having good schools, but even there, only about a third of 10th-graders are on track for college and career; 30% are below grade level and a third are at grade level but still need remedial training according to the Kansas Department of Education. And as shown in the chart below, results are even worse in other parts of the state.
It doesn't have to be this way, but it will unless parents push legislators and school boards for change – or elect leaders who will put students first.
Florida had such a leader in Governor Jeb Bush, who launched a transformation of public education against strong opposition from school boards and unions. Florida achievement was nearly the worst in the nation, but now, their low-income 4th-graders lead the nation in reading proficiency on the National Assessment of Educational Progress, and all students have recorded remarkable improvement. Meanwhile, proficiency for Kansas students declined and fell behind Florida even though Kansas spends about $4,000 per-pupil more than Florida.
We sent a film crew to document how Florida officials did it and we're showing the 35-minute documentary in Olathe at the AMC 28 on October 22 at 7 pm and there are still some seats available by registering here. Our litigation director, Sam MacRoberts, will also give a 'Know Your Rights' presentation on COVID-related education issues. More showings will be scheduled around the state in the near future.
Parents and students deserve much better from school board members than they're getting now, but it won't happen organically. School boards, administrators, and legislators need to feel more pressure from parents than from special interests and working together, we can do it.


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Moutai Ireland had a lot of fun in Taste of Dublin last year. To show their love to all spirits fans, Moutai Ireland will be giving two lucky winners the chance to win 2 entry tickets to Taste of Dublin + 2 refreshing Moutai Cocktails served at the main bar to cool off your summer heat!!
Catch Moutai Ireland at Feature G1 & Moutai Garden and revel in an exciting day of Moutai and cocktail tastings, games and prizes. As well as their "must-go" selfie spot with adorable backdrop and props for your snaps and chats!
What's more, two bespoke Moutai Cocktails will be featured at the Main Bar & VIP Bar for cocktail lovers!
An Ultimate Spirits and Cocktails Tasting Experience
Fancy something special? Moutai drinks will definitely fit the bill. We'll be serving up samples of two tasty Moutai Cocktails and of course Moutai liquor in neat at our stand. Come and enjoy a sip of these amazing drinks!
MOUTAI FLYING FAIRY – the silky legendary baijiu that has a recipe long regarded as one of the best in China and counted among the finest spirits around the world. Each bottle takes a production cycle of five years making every drop of Moutai more fragrant, softer and more delicate.
MOUTAI PRINCE – a Jiang Fragrance baijiu which succeeds the excellent quality of the Moutai Flying Fairy. Characterized by its fresh and sweet aroma including apple and pear, Prince can be consumed neat or as amazing cocktail mixes.
RASPBERRY KICKER – a sweet and spicy drink created by The Bartender Project that will add a kick to your summer.
BLOSSOM DREAMS – a Moutai cocktail created by Matheus Bonora. Delicate and full of flavours, this Moutai cocktail will give you the summer vibes without breaking a sweat.
Taste the Legendary Spirit at the Bars in Taste of Dublin
An incomparable freshness coming from the distinctive citrus taste of Bespoke Moutai Cocktails will surely spark your day at the Taste of Dublin festival. Get yours at the main bar and VIP bar!
Based on the traditional recipe of Lychee Martini, Moutai Prince creates a softer touch with more floral flavour making it delicious like no others. The sweetness of Lychee is well balanced with the added lemon juice without overwhelming its taste. A perfect combination for a hot summer day!
A citrus twist from the popular Red Queen cocktail, Moutai Prince emphasizes the sweet notes of the cranberry fruit in the version of The Red Prince. A wonderful combination of elderflower syrup and lime juice gives the cocktail a perfect sparkling freshness, which will not disappoint you!
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time for the first media/scout poll for the 2020 NHL Draft.
After last year's poor crop, the OHL bounces back strong in 2020; much more in line with what is expected from such a top notch development league. We have a candidate for first overall in Quinton Byfield, who swept all first places votes in the poll. We have three other players who are candidates to be taken inside the Top 10 (Drysdale, Perfetti, and Rossi). And we have a handful of other players who look like potential first round picks. This group has star talent but also great depth.
For those unfamiliar with how this works, I poll many of the OHL's brightest minds; those who cover the league incredibly well and know the OHL inside, and out. These contributors supply me with their top 10 available players from the OHL, in addition to some comments. I then put it all together and provide you with a cumulative list. Call it "the consensus."
As always, this list involves contributions from a rather colourful cast of characters. Contributing their rankings and thoughts to this preliminary list for 2020 were:
After last year's poor crop, the OHL bounces back strong in 2020; much more in line with what is expected from such a top notch development league. We have a candidate for first overall in Quinton Byfield, who swept all first places votes in the poll. We have three other players who are candidates to be taken inside the Top 10 (Drysdale, Perfetti, and Rossi). And we have a handful of other players who look like potential first round picks. This group has star talent but also great depth.
For those unfamiliar with how this works, I poll many of the OHL's brightest minds; those who cover the league incredibly well and know the OHL inside, and out. These contributors supply me with their top 10 available players from the OHL, in addition to some comments. I then put it all together and provide you with a cumulative list. Call it "the consensus."
As always, this list involves contributions from a rather colourful cast of characters. Contributing their rankings and thoughts to this preliminary list for 2020 were:
Pronman - NHL Prospects Writer for TheAthletic
Dominic Tiano - Writer for The OHL Writers (@dominictiano)
Dylan Galloway - OHL Scout for Future Considerations (@dylangalloway_)
Mike Morreale - Staff writer for NHL.com (@mikemorrealeNHL)
Ryan Kennedy - Associate Senior Writer for The Hockey News(@THNRyanKennedy)
Dominic Tiano - Writer for The OHL Writers (@dominictiano)
Dylan Galloway - OHL Scout for Future Considerations (@dylangalloway_)
Mike Morreale - Staff writer for NHL.com (@mikemorrealeNHL)
Ryan Kennedy - Associate Senior Writer for The Hockey News(@THNRyanKennedy)
Wheeler - NHL Prospects Writer for TheAthletic
Mark Scheig - OHL writer for The Hockey Writers (@THWMark)
Mark Scheig - OHL writer for The Hockey Writers (@THWMark)
Ferrari – OHL Scout for Future
and NHL Draft Writer for Dobber
Ellis – Digital Content Producer for The
Hockey News (@StevenEllisTHN)
and of course...myself (@BrockOtten)
the List:
Quinton Byfield – Forward – Sudbury Wolves
Votes: 17
Ranking: 1st (17x)
Ranking: -
a powerful skater, has breakaway speed and is an excellent puck-
possession player. He's got great vision and playmaking ability, and
a real heavy shot. He has scored goals where his shot has overpowered
goalies. He plays the right way and works hard. At this point in the
season, and in my opinion, the best player in the OHL." - Mike
has a great frame, but what excites me the most is the fact he still
has room to get bigger and stronger. Considering how dominant he can
be already, that's impressive. On top of the build, we're talking
about a player with excellent offensive skills and mobility. As the
top center in the entire draft class, Byfield has the chance to help
turn around an NHL franchise." - Ryan Kennedy
one is a no-brainer. The combination of size, skill, creativity,
scoring ability, and puck protection are extremely rare to find. I
came into the season wondering if he'd be a more physically
dominant junior player, or dominate with a more powerful skill game.
The latter seems to be the case from my viewings, and the data on him
is promising. Considering his age, Over 40+INV% and an NHLeS of over
40 is remarkable. The only knock I'd note is a bit of a lack of
consistency as games wear on, and being a net negative defensive
player on paper, but his offence more than outweighs whatever cons
there may be. To me, it isn't an outlandish discussion as of today
that Byfield may be the first name called in June." - Will Scouch
combination of size, speed, and skill that is so rare it makes his
ceiling almost scary. Taken steps forward throughout his game early
this year. I love the way he sees the ice and can manipulate his body
and puck to create and find lanes for himself and his mates. A
kingmaker for whichever team lands him." - Cam Robinson
more I watch him play, the more I see shades of Eric Lindros with
Oshawa in the early 1990s. Of course, Byfield isn't as physical
from a seek-and-destroy standpoint, but the way he uses his size,
reach and lower body to protect the puck and drive into the heart of
prime scoring areas is very reminiscent of No. 88. I still think he
isn't done growing, so you're looking at a 6'5, 220-pound
playmaking center with soft hands who can win draws and kill
penalties. His skating has improved a lot since last year as well."
- Steve Kournianos
couple things really stand out for me when it comes to Byfield. The
first is how he drives time of possession for his team. He controls
the zone entry, but does not relinquish the puck. His poise,
strength, and skill on the puck, in combination with his agility,
allows him to maintain control below the goal line for near entire
shifts. And with his vision, he's consistently able to find those
passing lanes when they eventually open up because teams send a
second defender to him to try to separate him from the puck. The
second thing is how much his defensive game has improved under Cory
Stillman in Sudbury. He has truly become a force in all three zones.
The scary thing? That there's still room for improvement as he gets
even stronger. Byfield is a player who will be worth the price of
admission in the NHL." - Brock Otten
Jamie Drysdale – Defense – Erie Otters
Votes: 17
Ranking: 2nd (12x)
Ranking: 4th (1x)
seen him a few times and you don't have to find him. He finds you. He
QB'd their PP last year in his first year and will easily be a point
per game guy this year. Smooth skating, great passing and rarely gets
a shot blocked." - Steve Clark
is the top defenseman in this draft class and the gap is widening as
the season wears on. His elite skating ability allows him to toy with
opponents at times. His ability to transition the puck and exit his
zone is impressive, whether it's by skating the puck out or making
a crisp first pass. His defensive game has shown growth this season
and he should continue to excel as he learns to understand how to use
his skating in the defensive zone." - Tony Ferrari
down the best defenseman in the OHL, and one of the finest of the
2020 NHL Draft class. He's calm, poised and confident. Once he gets
2-3 quick steps, he's gone from pressure. He's a two-way defenseman
with great instincts." - Mike Morreale
know how good of an offensive player Drysdale is. But many don't yet
realize how good he is defensively despite being under 6-foot. He
uses his speed and stick-handling to defend bigger players and
usually has the upper hand. There hasn't been a true two-way
defenseman in the OHL since Aaron Ekblad. If not for Byfield and
Lafreniere, Drysdale's in the conversation to go first overall. " -
Mark Scheig
other year that didn't have a physical beast blessed with high
level skills at the top of this OHL list and Drysdale would be at the
absolute top guy as he is the prototypical top pairing NHL defender.
His elite mobility - agility, balance, quickness and recovery speed –
plus his smarts, vision, hands, awareness both when he is carrying
the puck as well as when defending make him a huge factor whenever
his skates touch the ice. His game screams top pairing NHL defenseman
to me." - Dan Stewart
skilled offensive defenceman who has an elite combination of smarts
and agile skating ability. He reads the play incredibly well and he
gets the puck to the right place at the right time through sharp
passing. I've also found him to be quite good at reading the play
on the defensive side of the puck and use instinctive positioning to
shut down his opponents play through the neutral zone and break in at
a high rate." - Dylan Galloway
Cole Perfetti – Forward – Saginaw Spirit
Votes: 17
Ranking: 2nd (4x)
Ranking: 4th (7x)
hype surrounding Perfetti after the Hlinka-Gretzky Cup was well
warranted but the Saginaw Spirit forward has taken his impressive
play back with him to the OHL. Billed as a goalscorer, Perfetti has
played the role of playmaker thus far this season racking up the
assists while he's dealt with an unusually low shooting percentage.
His shot is too good for his shooting percentage to stay that low and
the regression to the norm will likely lead to an uptick in his
overall production." - Tony Ferrari
think his puck skills, vision and his execution are on another level
for most prospects his age. There's a little bit of an
unpredictability to his game and that's a good thing. He finds seams
and has a shooter's mentality." - Mike Morreale
going to have to be a bit cautious here. I think Cole Perfetti's
creativity, his hands, and his intelligence in the offensive zone are
very excellent. He's had great production and I'd still argue
there could be more considering the chances I've seen him get. He's
one of those players that isn't dangerous until he is. That
being said, my concern is about his projectability considering what I
view as a lack of intensity and a lack of footspeed. I certainly
think he's a Top-10 player this year, but if I had to pick one of
this top group to maybe fall short of what their metrics may
indicate, Perfetti might be the one. From my viewings, Saginaw has
used him at the wing, and that may be a more comfortable position for
him moving forward, but if his skating can take a step, he could be a
dangerous NHL player." - Will Scouch
aren't too many players with the poise and decision-making of
Perfetti. He sees the play develop ahead of most and takes advantage
of it regularly. His shot is well known after the Hlinka, but his
playmaking is high-end as well. The skating lacks explosion, but he's
a great bet to overcome it." - Cam Robinson
not concerned with the dip in goal-scoring production because his
shot-release is too good to finish the year without reaching 35-40
goals. Perfetti's starting to be more economical with his shot
selection, but the fact that he is capable of making world-class
set-ups is what separates him from every draft prospect not named
Byfield or Lafreniere." - Steve Kournianos
think Perfetti was the type of player who was bound to have his game
dissected over the course of this season. He had such a strong start
at the Hlinka and was being hyped to the extreme by the major media.
That's not to say that he didn't deserve it, far from it. But his
lack of explosiveness, in combination with some inconsistencies away
from the puck, was bound to be picked apart by scouts as the year
went on. This is especially true considering he started slowly
statistically (although anyone who saw him play during that stretch
knows he was just unlucky). Truthfully, I'm not worried about his
skating. He is elusive because his edgework and agility are good. His
brain works quicker than anyone else and that makes up for a lack of
explosiveness. What I do want to see is more urgency at times. He
needs to have the puck on his stick more in order to truly be a game
changer. As we saw at the Hlinka, when the offense is able to run
through him, he is dynamic. But that means being better in the
neutral zone, on the forecheck, and on retrievals. And eventually, I
think he will be, which is why I still value him as a top prospect
for this draft." - Brock Otten
Marco Rossi – Forward – Ottawa 67's
Votes: 17
Ranking: 2nd (1x)
Ranking: 5th (1x)
seen enough of Rossi this season to sell me on him being the best
play-maker among draft eligible players in the OHL. Not far behind is
Cole Perfetti, but I find Rossi creates more frequent chances and is
able to make plays with his skating ability and hands just as much as
his is with his passing and vision. Plus, I think he's stronger on
pucks than people give him credit for. Rossi has as many career
assists as Perfetti (64), but has done it in 15 less games. Rossi
leads the league with 1.5 assists per game, and with Rossi now
staying with Ottawa throughout the world junior period, I don't think
a 70 assist season is off the table for him at all. There have been
times when Ottawa's first line of Garreffa, Rossi, and Keating have
looked unstoppable lately." - Victor Findlay
like to put Rossi higher then at number 4 but I can't just yet. A
year ago, it was tough to pick the top-10 in what was
the worst OHL draft class ever. This year is the exact opposite as
there are a legitimate 10 that could go in the first round. What
Rossi lacks in top-end speed, he makes up for with superb edgework
and agility on his blades and that helps him with a strong puck
possession game. Like Perfetti, Rossi can beat you with elite
playmaking abilities or with his shot, although I wouldn't put his
shot at Perfetti's level. His ability to dissect defences with
pinpoint passing abilities is a treat to watch. Yet, he can beat you
off the rush with the same ease."
- Dominic Tiano
this kid! Love him! People who are worried about his size, or whether
he can stick at centre, either haven't watched him play enough or
don't recognize how strong he is on the puck, or how responsible he
is away from it." - Anonymous
a big, big Rossi fan. His two way game, speed, sneaky ability to
apply pressure, and his well rounded offensive game is extremely
desirable. He can weave and cut through defenders, he can play with
an edge (to a fault at times), and I've found him impressive in
almost every shift I've watched and tracked. He boosts goal
differentials by 87% relative to a talented 67s team, and while he
isn't the best case of primary involvement at even strength (a goal
or A1 on just 40% of goals scored on the ice), he's still producing
very well in all situations. I'll go to bat for him for a long
time." - Will Scouch
would say Rossi is the second most exciting player to watch after
Lafreniere, and for different reasons. Rossi makes those difficult
plays look so effortless and natural, but he is probably the only
player in the entire league, let alone among his draft peers, who
cleanly execute precision plays — shots or passes — while
motoring at top speed or in traffic. I think he has big time
point-producing potential in the NHL." - Steve Kournianos
Jacob Perreault – Forward – Sarnia Sting
Votes: 16
Ranking: 5th (6x)
Ranking: Outside of the Top 10 (1x)
can score there is no doubt about that and now that Sarnia is playing
much better after a miserable start the points will come in bunches
for Perreault. I always give an intangible point to a player with NHL
bloodlines and his dad was a very intelligent player. Sarnia gives up
a ton of goals so his 200 foot game is one to keep an eye on." -
Steve Clark
season I was a big fan of Perreault after watching him some twenty
times as an OHL rookie but after watching him this season I get it.
He is a tweener, something between a play driver and a complimentary
winger. He has the heavy shot for sure, skates very well and displays
good sense of where to be for a prime scoring chance. What he lacks
is consistency or the willingness to assert himself offensively, only
taking what is given, not forcing the play himself. For me he
projects as a future top six NHL goal scorer, especially if playing
with a playmaker." - Dan Stewart
and agile skater, Perreault can be hell for defenders to try and
contain in the offensive and neutral zones. Perreault uses his quick
feet expertly to create space for himself and then uses his high end
vision to move the puck around the offensive zone through highly
intelligent passing and vision. Perreault can be really dangerous in
transition, utilizing his speed and nice puck skills to quickly
navigate from d zone to o zone, however he can sometimes get too
focused on beating his opponents one on one try more complicated
plays when a simple one would have been more effective. Perreault
looks like he could be a really solid middle 6 playmaker at the next
level. He possesses the smarts and skill to potentially reach even
higher than even that, but will need to mature his game a bit before
that potential will be realized." - Dylan Galloway
skates well, has a good top speed level and is creative with the
puck. He can make plays at top speed and is a prospect with a ton of
upside." - Mike Morreale
is averaging over a point a game but I feel like Jacob hasn't had a
great start to the year. His torrid offensive pace last year had us
thinking he might score 50 this year but Sarnia's slow start had him
sputtering. Like the Sting, he has been much better over the last
month so we will see if he can become an offensive catalyst again."
- Mark Seidel
Antonio Stranges – Forward – London Knights
Votes: 15
Ranking: 5th (2x)
Ranking: Outside of the Top 10 (2x)
shifty and dynamic skater, Stranges has seemed to split the prospect
world. Some evaluators believe that his unique skating and tendency
to resort to "fancy footwork" such as the '10-2' skating
style won't translate at the next level, citing examples from the
past (ie: Jeremy Bracco). I am not in that camp. His puck skills are
undeniable, his skating is elite and when he does use some more
advanced skating techniques such as the '10-2', he uses it to
generate speed in the neutral zone and open himself up to the play
rather than for purely elusive purposes as past players have. He also
attacks the net and center of the ice with it which is where he can
be a major difference-maker." - Tony Ferrari
Antonio… Another one where I may need to select my words carefully.
The 10-2 skating is what everyone has noted, but there is a lot
more to the game that results in positive results, especially at
even strength - just ask anyone who follows the Toronto Marlies.
Stranges certainly has the ability to be dangerous off the wings and
getting to dangerous areas. His skill in tight is solid and he drove
possession well in the game I watched. So much so that the game was
likely an outlier (London had 96% of the shot attempts with him on
the ice). The issues start with a not-so-good game in transition
moving the puck on his stick or passing it to others. In the
offensive zone, he's dangerous. He has primary points on 78% of
London's goals at even strength with him on the ice, but he
relinquishes transitions against him a bit too much to my eye. He has
been scored on 24% more with him on the ice relative to his team, and
his goal rate for is also below that of the team. His goals for rate
is 7th of the 10 listed, and his goals against rate is 2nd worst
behind Perreault. I have him here because of his ability to be
dangerous offensively, and his skating is notable, but I
wouldn't be surprised to see him slip in June unless things improve
on paper." - Will Scouch
of the truly elite skaters in the OHL, he blends strong vision, ultra
skilled hands, creativity with the puck and a solid shot with his
impressive mobility to become a dangerous offensive package. He has
so much upside, however, I think he floats around looking for an
offensive chance and ignoring the 200-foot game far too often to be
rated high on my list. NHL teams want guys who are focused on
contributing to team success and Stranges' game does not
demonstrate that." - Dan Stewart
obvious 10-2 skating style aside, Stranges has shown he can be an
effective quick strike forward and really excels at creating scoring
chances off the rush. His vision on the offensive side of the puck
allows him to find skating and passing lanes and get to the coveted
middle of the ice with the puck. I'm a bit concerned his skating
style won't translate as well to the next level." - Dylan
one of the flashiest players you'll find, and I give London coach
Dale Hunter credit for reeling these types of players in from being
loose cannons and adding structure to their games. On skill alone,
Stranges could be a top-10 pick. But there are times when he is
somewhat invisible and stays to the outside while a kid like Luke
Evangelista shows more of a willingness to get dirty and battle. Much
like Noel Gunler, I see Stranges in that top tier of boom or bust
types who could crack the late first
round but are too risky to go higher." - Steve Kournianos
tough to find a player that can skate as well as Stranges, but recent
benchings have raised some eyebrows. Like Foudy, Stranges sees the
game at such a high pace, but he doesn't do it enough to push him
higher in the rankings." - Steven Ellis
Jean Luc Foudy – Forward – Windsor Spitfires
Votes: 15
Ranking: 5th (2x)
Ranking: Outside of the Top 10 (2x)
thought I would be more impressed with him than I was, but make no
mistake he's a wonderful prospect with good offensive instincts.
Paired with Will Cuylle they will form a dangerous combination for
Windsor. Skates really, really well, but I found that at times he
over handled the puck." - Steve Clark
be better than his brother. Has the speed and the athleticism but
he's also a better playmaker. Has decent middle-six forward written
all over him." - Anonymous
player I had high hopes for who seems to have had a rough patch to
start the year. I love Foudy's speed and puck protection getting up
the ice, and he's getting primary points on 71% of the goals scored
with him on the ice, but he may suffer from the same usage issues
that Jacob Perreault suffers from. When on the ice, he's a net
negative offensive and defesive impact player, but considering
his individual involvement, that may get better as time goes on. At
time of writing, he's on a 13 point over 9 game stretch. Still,
being on the ice for 50% more goals against at even strength relative
to your team isn't ideal, especially for a player listed as a
centre. He'll be a guy I take a closer look at, but right now I
have a hard time keeping him into the 1st round in such a deep year.
Maybe later in the year if things keep improving, but right now he's
still in a bit of a state of limbo." - Will Scouch
love cocky players when they can back it up, and Foudy seems to be
one of the more confident players I've seen among draft eligibles.
His speed is the first thing you notice, but you need soft hands to
execute as many accurate shots off the pass as he can. I think he's
more controlled under pressure than his brother and should be
considered a strong candidate to rise into the top 10 once we get
closer to the scouting combine." - Steve Kournianos
feet that he can use to back down defenders and an ability to
distribute the puck but he stays on the perimeter too much. As he
matures he will figure it out but he has NHL tools." - Mark Seidel
smooth and speedy, Foudy is one of the best kids his age at creating
his own chances. He plays at such a high pace that makes him tough to
contain." - Steven Ellis
Jaromir Pytlik – Forward – Sault Ste. Marie Greyhounds
Votes: 12
Ranking: 5th (2x)
Ranking: Outside of the Top 10 (5x)
not sure that Pytlik is garnering the attention he deserves in some
circles. In fact, I question myself here thinking I may have him too
low. He may just be the most complete player in my top-10, already
playing an accomplished 200-foot game. He's been moves around from
wing to center and back and has shown he can handle both positions.
He's accepted and met the challenge of being one of the offensive
go-to guys on the Greyhounds offence. At the same time, the coaches
trust him in key defensive matchups and to take key faceoffs
–although faceoffs need some working on." - Dominic Tiano
his first full season in the OHL and taking on a top line role for
the Greyhounds this season after some roster shuffling, the big
forward who can play both center and wing has found success. He is
strong, skates well for a big man and is more than capable at
protecting the puck, drives the net, works the wall and can make a
skilled play with the puck to beat a defender or fire off a quick
shot using them as a screen. He also is an underrated playmaker and
aggressive forechecker. NHL teams love the well-rounded aspects of
his game although his NHL offensive upside is still a question." -
Dan Stewart
been high on this kid for well over a year, and he's given me no
reason to ding him in the rankings. He isn't flashy and could stand
to improve his foot speed, but I have a hard time finding a smarter
player around the goal than Pytlik. The OHL may be run and gun this
season, but NHL teams needs guys like Pytlik to win the wars in the
trenches and let opposing defensemen know that if they want to
control the low slot, they'll have to fight for it." - Steve
is one of the most complete players available in this draft. He has
size, speed, skill and can play in all situations. He is excelling
even on a young Greyhounds team. He has the tools to be an excellent
pro assuming he continues to develop at center." - Mark Scheig
see Pytlik as the type of kid who is going to draw more interest from
NHL scouts than armchair ones. He plays a very heavy, pro style game.
Most of his work is done below the hash marks and he has great
control of his body and an understanding of how to use his size.
Pytlik is also a strong three zone player who is versatile because he
has shown an ability to play both center and wing. As he continues to
improve his skating (I think he looks more explosive this year), I
think we'll see him become more of a consistent factor in transition
and show an ability to be a little more creative. There are probably
several players, even on this list, who have a higher ceiling as an
NHL player. In order to stay in conversation for the first round,
he's going to need to improve his production though, even on an
inconsistent Soo team." - Brock Otten
Ryan O'Rourke – Defense – Sault Ste. Marie Greyhounds
Votes: 11
Ranking: 4th (1x)
Ranking: Outside of the Top 10 (6x)
remember Ryan O'Rourke's first OHL game against Cole Perfetti's
Saginaw Spirit. I couldn't believe how good he looked for a guy that
was one pick away from falling into the 2nd round of the OHL Priority
selection. What another great pick by the Soo! I don't see him
falling out of the 1st round of the NHL draft either. His aggression
and old-school style of hockey stands out easily on the ice, and I
think he'll be able to find at least some element of his game that
pushes the needle forward at the NHL level. His offensive game
appears to be improving, which is great and will only continue to
improve his draft stock throughout the year. Also worth noting, he's
just 17 years old and is already the captain of his OHL team, you
don't see that everyday." - Victor Findlay
doesn't have the flair of a Drysdale but he plays a complete game
and he doesn't turn 18 until the middle of May, plus he has NHL
size and room to grow. He's going to be good." - Anonymous
might be higher on O'Rourke than most, but I just see so much
potential in a kid with great mobility who also plays with an edge
and has decent size. The fact O'Rourke was named captain of the
Hounds as a 17-year-old when there are NHL picks already on the team
speaks volumes." - Ryan Kennedy
is one of my favorite prospects in this entire draft and I am notably
higher on him than most. He's a first rounder for me. While he
doesn't have some of the elite skills Jamie Drysdale has, it's pretty
good. But he's not afraid to play in your face. He's an excellent
defender and very strong for his size. He can block shots on one end
and bring creativity on the other end. But what stands out is his
maturity. He plays like a 19-year old but is still 17." - Mark
recently named captain of the Greyhounds is a workhorse. He is their
top rearguard, depended upon by both his coaches and teammates, and
is playing like it. While he possesses teenage strength and will need
to bulk up, he is ultra aggressive and physically in the face of
whomever he needs to defend his zone. His skating looks more fluid
than last season and he has no trouble keeping up unlike some nights
last year. His shot is dangerous, but he looks way more comfortable
with the puck on his stick this season. Moving up my list and aspects
of his game remind me of a young Kevin Bieksa." - Dan Stewart
Will Cuylle – Forward – Windsor Spitfires
Ranking: 5th (3x)
Ranking: Outside of the Top 10 (9x)
power forward that has struggled to start the season. His nasty side
has shown up a bit more this season but the production hasn't quite
yet. He isn't the best skater with acceleration being the primary
issue. He has good top speed, using it to drive to the front of the
net. His shot is really high-end, but he hasn't used it nearly as
much this year as in the past." - Tony Ferrari
first of two Windsor Spitfires to make my top-10 (Jean-Luc Foudy is
the other) Cuylle is to Foudy what jam is to peanut butter. Cuylle
has an uncanny ability to elude defences and find open areas of the
ice, and once the puck is on his stick, he converts more often than
not with a superb shot. Although he is not known as a playmaker, he
has shown to possess some playmaking abilities. He's strong on the
forecheck and creates turnovers but is also strong defensively and
once he disrupts the opposition, transitions to offence quickly." -
Dominic Tiano
a big winger with skill and a fantastic shot. He can play in the
tough areas and can score from a distance making him tough to check.
Foot speed is average though." - Anonymous
had the best start to his year but has all the tools to become a good
NHL player. A pro shot that will be an asset in the NHL but he has to
start to produce." - Mark Seidel
hasn't exploded offensively like expected, but his strong wrist shot
and big frame makes him a solid secondary scoring option at the next
level." - Steven Ellis
Quinn – Forward – Ottawa 67's (8 Votes)
Votes: 8
Ranking: 7th (3x)
Quinn's case, it's easy to say "what a difference a year
makes." He's really worked on his skating and attention to detail
in the defensive zone and coming back hard on the backcheck. That's
just a plus as it's his offensive game that is his biggest asset.
His skills with the puck match up with anyone on this list. His
improved skating has allowed him to find separation where it
previously lacked. He can stop on a dime, twist and turn to avoid the
defence, all while maintaining control of the puck." - Dominic
a stud and the more I watch him or the more I talk to 67's staff,
the more he rises up my list. Not only can he play in all situations,
he has also excelled at all three forward positions this year. Jack's
one of the more underrated players in the draft." - Anonymous
about his business quietly but is very effective and is a sneaky
finisher. He has taken a while to develop into the player that I
thought he would be but is always getting better." - Mark Seidel
seems like every time I see the 67's, Quinn's game has reached
another level. He's getting better and better as he gains more
confidence with the puck. I know that the skill level has always been
high, but he's a lot more explosive this year, in addition to being
stronger, and that's helping him be a facilitator and leader of
Ottawa's second line with Mitchell Hoelscher. I've also really come
to appreciate how intelligent he is away from the puck and how strong
of a defensive player he is. The 67's are using Quinn when they need
a goal or need to protect a lead late in games. I know that late
birthdays can be tough for some to evaluate, but Quinn is deserving
of a first round ranking right now." - Brock Otten
Foerster – Forward – Barrie Colts (6 Votes)
Ranking: 6th (1x)
for me to ignore the breakout season that Tyson Foerster has had for
the Barrie Colts so far. But I don't really have a great sense as to
where his range is for the NHL Draft. NHL Central Scouting has him
listed as a 'C-list' prospect, and I tend to think that's probably
the floor for him. Is he a guy that puts up big numbers but doesn't
go until the 5th round or later? Or does he develop a part of his
game that shows an ability to not just put up big numbers in the OHL,
but an ability to score at the next level too. 21 games is too small
a sample size for me to make a concrete evaluation of what kind of
player he projects to be post-OHL, but it's certainly enough to grab
my full attention." - Victor Findlay
still not quite sure what to make of Foerster yet. The production is
there. He's among the league leaders in points per game. He already
has more goals, assists and points this season in just one-third of
the games. I need to see if he can sustain this pace especially when
the games get tougher. But he's definitely on the radar as a fast
riser." - Mark Scheig
rip it with the best of them. Has taken noticeable steps forward in
the past 16 months and is a clear riser for this crop. Sound
decision-making. I would still like to see him explode into holes
more." - Cam Robinson
is quietly rising in rankings. Foerster shows really good vision and
smart positioning, constantly around the play, giving his teammates
good outlet options during battles along the boards. Foerster uses
his solid hockey IQ to lose his coverage and get open to be able to
unleash a dangerous shot. He has a sharp shot on the rush and can get
some good velocity on it. Foerster's straight away skating is solid
and he was able to build some good speed through transition, though I
felt he keeps his feet planted more often than he should."
- Dylan Galloway
Tullio – Forward – Oshawa Generals (4 Votes)
Ranking: 9th (2x)
skilled player who has a heck of a motor. What impressed me was his
toughness. He took a heck of a beating at times in the playoffs but
missed minimal time. He's got a heck of a motor on him and plays with
a chip on his shoulder at times." - Steve Clark
hard-working, aggressive and skilled. Those are the traits that
Tullio has brought to the Generals this season. His relentless
forecheck and puck hound tendencies often lead to the puck being on
his stick more than the opponents and Tullio has the skill to make a
difference offensively. A very good scorer on the powerplay and
five-on-five, Tullio's shot plays up because of his excellent
release." - Tony Ferrari
seen a lot of growth in Tullio since his days with the minor midget
Vaughan Kings and it's all positive. Here's a kid with a great motor
and a lot of offensive talent who is willing to put in the work." -
Ryan Kennedy
Thompson – Defense – Sudbury Wolves (4 Votes)
Ranking: 7th (1x)
a Sudbury blueline that doesn't have a single overage player, they're
already relying on Thompson for leadership, big minutes, and
offensive contribution. In the games I've watched him, I've been
impressed with how much ice he covers in all three zones. He's a
decent skater with good hustle, and gets back defensively just as
quickly as he jumps into the rush. He looks like a stronger player
this year, which is helping him with board battles and his net-front
presence. Those are both still areas with room to improve, but if
they keep coming along I think he's one of the most versatile defence
in this draft class." - Victor Findlay
to engage in the rush and push the pace of play. Has looked more than
competent working on the top unit in Sudbury. His shot is a real
weapon." - Cam Robinson
cerebral defender that always makes the right decision. Finds a way
to always get shots through & makes excellent decisions on the
PP. Overall game is very good & although he won't be an NHL star,
he will be a very good piece." - Mark Seidel
Suni – Forward – Oshawa Generals (2 Votes)
Ranking: 6th (1x)
been so impressed by Oliver Suni and his adjustment to the North
American ice. Right away,
even in preseason, he seemed right at home playing with Ty Tulio and
Alan McShane at the time. He brings a powerful element to his game,
which is what sticks out the most to me. He's a power skater,
unafraid to drive the net and get involved physically, but he's also
got top-end vision and passing ability. He still leads OHL rookies in
points, has been lethal on the power play, and if he keeps up this
pace throughout the entire OHL season I say he makes a case to be a
first round draft pick." - Victor Findlay
underrated in the grand scheme of things. Good mix of speed and
skill, but he needs to add a bit of physicality to his game to
prevent from being locked to the perimeter." - Steven Ellis
Daws – Goaltender – Guelph Storm (1 Vote)
Ranking: 10th (1x)
loved Daws at the CHL-Russia series and with his size and quick feet,
I believe he'll be one of the top Canadian goalies available. Not his
fault the Storm played the veteran Popovich so much in his original
draft year." - Ryan Kennedy


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A Note on Demonstrating Asanas
Hands-on cues and assistance are only one of several methods of giving clear instructional guidance to students. To the extent that you give clear verbal cues combined with effective demonstrations, most students will not need tactile cues. To make your verbal cues most effective, speak slowly while simultaneously moving slowly into the asana you are teaching, giving slightly dramatic emphasis to whatever you most want to highlight while transitioning in from a position in which you mirror your class with maximum visual contact between you and all of your students. Try not to say what not to do; instead, emphasize what to do. (Saying what not to do often confuses students, especially if they miss the "not" part of your instruction.) Try to order your verbal cues as discussed in detail in chapter 4 of Yoga Sequencing. Try to verbally cue to what you are seeing students doing or not doing as they transition into the asana, and give them a chance to physically express the cue before rushing to their aid.
When demonstrating, mirror your students in a way that maximizes their view of you and your view of them. In doing so, further observe your students to determine what further or clearer guidance is most needed. Appreciate that even the most adept yoga student may sense that they have positioned their body in accordance with what you've instructed and demonstrated, yet in reality they might be far from it. Other less experienced or adept students as well as more purely tactile learners may reveal that they can benefit from tactile guidance from the beginning of your instruction. Otherwise, once you've completed your demonstration, it's time to get off your mat and out into the room to better observe your students and perhaps offer the more refined guidance that appears to be needed. Put differently, when teaching, teach; do your personal practice another time.
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Sailing with Albie!
Hello team!
How are you this week? This week we had 19 opt in's including requests to join and 2 new sign ups this week! Welcome to the team Lynn and Brenna!
Congrats to Elizabeth for becoming our newest Team Leader and for Igor getting his first downline member!
Congrats to Lynette, Arthur, Elizabeth, Torab, Marija, Robert, Igor and Krishna for getting their 1000 hits!
Good job everyone working to get to the next step or to get hits for the team including Juan , Shane, Eric, Esther and Edet. Good job Krishna moving on to Step four and going through the "Secret of the Big Dogs" Traffic ebook! Good job Edet working on getting set up to begin his advertising. We're hoping to hear more from Joseph and Henry in this coming week!
We did combined total of 13,735 hits this week! Awesome job everyone! We couldn't have done that many hits without ALL of your help. This combined total allowed us to bring in two new members this week, so remember how important you are to all of this!
Don't forget that getting a 1000 hits allows you to be qualified to receive new members under you and become a team leader also. Also don't forget to go after getting you $25 starting bonus while you have time!
This week I want to share with you "The Sixteen Steps: Step Two and the True Magic Formula for Success.
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Step Two:
We are going to let you in on a secret that most online income earning programs do not want you to know. In fact, their business model revolves around convincing you that this lie is actually the truth.
There is no "magic" program that will make you a success or finally start bringing in easy money
So many people trying to earn an online income spend their time searching for the "magic" program, just like Ponce de Leon searched for the fountain of youth. They jump from program to program when they get little or no results, blaming the programs and hoping that the next one might be "the one".
The secret is that the magic is in the marketer, not the program.
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The good news for you is that no one is born with these skills and everyone can develop them.
You can uncover the MAGIC IN YOU!
It starts by understanding that this is the reason you are not getting the success you want. You haven't developed yourself to a point where you have the skills, strategies, and mindsets to accomplish your goal yet.
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It is our suggestion to spend time each day learning the critical foundations of online marketing in today's landscape.
.You can read book or blogs, watch educational videos on YouTube, or listen to audio books or podcasts. Listen in your car on the way to work, or wake up an hour earlier each day and devote that first hour to your education.
This time is more important than looking for programs or generating traffic to your existing programs that aren't working. More traffic or more programs will not fix the problem if you haven't learned how to influence and motivate people.
Your past choices about how you spent your time, where you focused your energy, and what skills you developed have led you to the place you are right now.
. It couldn't lead you anywhere else.
.If you want a different destination, then you need to start spending your time differently, focusing on different things, and developing different skills.
This is why we spend as much time on training and coaching those who want online success. It takes programs and education to be successful. You need good programs backed by the knowledge of how to maximize them.
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Now we are going to go into detail in the following Sixteen Steps about everything mentioned above.
Before you start you must have a big reason "why" you are doing this business.
Your "Why"
Your task for Step 2
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This Weeks Hit Counts and Other Info:
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Hit Counts:
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If you meet the weekly requirement of getting at least 1000 hits (preferably from safelists sites) using your team link, you will get your 6 over the course of time". The key is to advertise everywhere particularly in safelist sites you possibly can.
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237pp., illus., 4to., hardback, New Edition, Göttingen, (1975) 2019
Includes David Goldblatt's introduction to the first edition and his notes on how the photographs came about, as well as the essays:
"The anxiety of identity and Some Afrikaners" by Ivor Powell
"... between the nose and the mouth. Perhaps more towards the eyes" by Antjie Krog
South African photographer David Goldblatt's books include South Africa: The Structure of Things Then; In Boksburg; On the Mines and Lifetimes: Under Apartheid (both with Nadine Gordimer); The Transported of KwaNdebele: A South African odyssey (with Brenda Goldblatt and Phillip van Niekerk) and Some Afrikaners Revisited. He died in June 2018.


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MUSKEGON, MI – The Muskegon city manager in a Facebook message stopped short of apologizing for the unapproved spending of $195,000 on gift cards intended to help businesses struggling during the coronavirus pandemic.
Frank Peterson used the City of Muskegon Government Facebook page to explain his side of the controversy that the city attorney determined to be "unlawful" and a violation of city policy.
Peterson's 4 minute, 18 second videorecorded message posted on Tuesday, Sept. 22, was in advance of a city commission legislative policy committee meeting on Wednesday where the topic is expected to be discussed.
Gift cards ranging from $3,000 to $7,000 were purchased from 39 local businesses, most of them restaurants, in March when the pandemic was beginning to unfold locally.
Peterson said in his Facebook message that he wanted to share "a few personal thoughts" about what he called the COVID-19 "hospitality relief effort."
"The idea behind the swift development of the hospitality relief project was born out of a recognition that the hospitality industry helped to build our vibrant downtown over the past seven years and contributed to the resulting spinoff of economic activity throughout the city," Peterson said. "We recognized that many of these establishments were new — less than three to five years old — and were not in a position to sustain a prolonged closure without a level of assistance."
He went on to say those businesses are critical in attracting conventions to the $21 million convention center under construction downtown.
"Our city team was laser focused on avoiding a total collapse of our local economy," Peterson said.
Peterson could not be immediately reached for comment about the Facebook video.
He said on the video that the purchase of gift cards that could be used later seemed to be a "simple solution" – one that he ran past city commissioners via email, but not with a formal vote. In hindsight, he said, that was wrong even though the "intentions were pure."
"I sacrificed good and sound communication for expediency," Peterson said. "I thought there was consensus (among commissioners), but perhaps that was not the case."
Related: City manager's purchase of $195K in gift cards as coronavirus relief under review
When Peterson ran the coronavirus relief effort past commissioners in a March 17 email, the gift card program had a slightly different focus, according to a report on the issue by city Attorney John Schrier. Peterson had intended to purchase meals from 14 businesses for essential city workers between March 17 and April 2. He also planned to buy the gift cards from 40 businesses and use them as a "reward system" for essential employees in what would essentially be additional compensation.
Schrier noted that the cards could not be used on free meals for employees, and if they were used as compensation, they would be subject to payroll and income taxes and would have to be approved by appropriate labor unions.
The city's finance director is holding $192,000 in gift cards until decisions are made on what to do with them. One business returned $3,000 worth of gift cards, according to a city official.
Most of the gift card purchases were made between March 17-18, weeks before federal stimulus legislation was approved.
Schrier's report included letters from business owners appreciative of the gift card purchases.
"I take full responsibility for the program — both the positive impact on the local business community and the miscommunications with the city commission and the general public," Peterson said in his Facebook video.
Related: Muskegon's $195K gift card coronavirus relief effort 'unlawful,' attorney says
City policy requires Peterson to bring purchases over $15,000 that weren't previously budgeted to the city commission for approval. Peterson noted in his July 23 letter to the group Muskegon Citizens for a Strong City that the individual purchases "were within my spending authority," but acknowledged that taken together, they added up to a "large amount."
Schrier suggested the city commission clarify its purchasing policy, including the issue of small purchases that are under the manager's spending limit being combined into a big expenditure as well as timely commission approval of budget reforecasts.
The gift card economic relief program was put into a third quarter reforecast of the city's budget, but the city commission never took a vote on it, Schrier wrote.
Furthermore, it was "unlawful" to use the city's public improvement fund for the relief program, but its Economic Development Loan Fund could have been used, Schrier said. He added that the email communication with commissioners could have been a violation of the Open Meetings Act.
In his Facebook video, Peterson said he believes the gift card purchases will be seen in the future as key in helping maintain the downtown economy.
"I believe when the sun sets on the COVID-19 pandemic and our local economy continues to be vibrant and prosperous, many folks will look back on the hospitality stimulus effort as a key piece holding everything together," he said.
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From world-renowned filmmaker Hubert Sauper — director of Sundance winner WE COME AS FRIENDS and the Oscar®-nominated DARWIN'S NIGHTMARE — comes EPICENTRO, an immersive and metaphorical portrait of post-colonial, "utopian" Cuba, where the 1898 explosion of the USS Maine still resonates. This Big Bang ended Spanish colonial dominance in the Americas and ushered in the era of the American Empire. At the same time and place, a powerful tool of conquest was born: cinema as propaganda. In EPICENTRO, Sauper explores a century of interventionism and myth-making together with the extraordinary people of Havana—particularly its children, who he calls "young prophets" — to interrogate time, imperialism and cinema itself.
The Filmmakers
Hubert Sauper Director
Hubert Sauper's sociopolitical and poetic films have awarded him with more than 50 renowned international film prizes on the festival circuit. Darwin's Nightmare received an Oscar nomination in the category Best Documentary Film. His documentary We Come As Friends released by the BBC America premiered at the Sundance Film Festival and also received numerous awards.
Hubert Sauper's films are always politically and socially motivated. He says that "the crucial decision is where and how to look, to listen, when to switch on a camera." Filming in areas of traumatic human conflicts, areas where there is a significantly endangering geopolitical collision line and where the possibility of significant social crisis locally and internationally are high is driving Hubert Sauper's narrative purpose, resulting into creative achievements for which he's praised internationally.
Hubert is one of a few filmmakers in the world today who idiosyncratic way of filmmaking (proximity to his subjects, extraordinary work of visual journalism, etc) can guarantee a successful production process.
Daniel Marquet Producer
Daniel Marquet started his career in 1970 as assistant production manager on Jacques Tati's picture's Traffic. After his military service within the cinematographic department of the army, he integrated Telecip, TV Production Company affiliated to Polygram. This is a start of a 10 years period within the Polygram group. He successively served as commercial manager of Polymedia France, executive manager of the Film and TV division at Polygram GmbH headquartered in Hamburg, and Vice President International Marketing at Polygram Pictures in Los Angeles.
In 1983, Daniel Marquet leaves Polygram to join Filmaccord, a Canadian production outfit where he serves as General Manager. During his three years tenure, Filmaccord produces 2 pictures RECOVERY and YOUNG EINSTEIN.
In 1986, The Movie Group (TMG) as Executive Vice President recruits Daniel Marquet where he stayed 4 years. TMG, public company traded on the Nasdac, packaged, financed, and sold approximately 30 pictures worldwide including BUSTER, BEST OF THE BEST, KICK BOXER, CADENCE.
In 1990, after 10 years in Los Angeles, Daniel Marquet returns to Europe where he is asked by Pierre Lescure to create and manage the international department of the newly formed Studio Canal. The international department of Studio Canal is recognized as the leader in its field of sales and distribution. During the 12 years passed at Studio Canal, Daniel Marquet sold and marketed internationally pictures such as STRAIGHT STORY, GHOST DOG, MULHOLLAND DRIVE, CHICKEN RUN, THE SON'S ROOM, BROTHERHOOD OF THE WOLVES, THE OTHERS.
Daniel Marquet was also Canal Plus and Studio Canal representative on boards such as PFC (video join venture between Pathé, fox and Studio Canal), 01 (distribution join venture with Rai Cinema) and Sogepac in Spain. He also served two years as Vice President of Unifrance. Since march 2004 Daniel Marquet has created GROUPE 1 specialized in international financing of European pictures. In June 2006 GROUPE 2 was created to produce a limited number of pictures.
Over the last 30 years, Daniel Marquet has built an extensive knowledge in the production, sales and distribution of feature films and maintained high level contacts worldwide in almost every aspect of the movie industry.
Martin Marquet Producer
Martin Marquet is an independent producer and publicist. He has worked on the releases of over 150 audiovisual projects around the world. The former director of communications and media partnerships for American film distributor Apparition, he was responsible for the theatrical release and promotion of films by Jane Campion, Floria Sigismondi and Nash Edgerton. He has represented and worked with dozens of filmmakers, including Joel and Ethan Cohen, Harmony Korine, Gasper Noe, Bruce Bereseford, James Marsh, Alexandros Avranas, Tim Sutton, Rachid Bouchareb, Gregg Araki, Liv Ullman, Jean-Jacques Annaud, Hubert Sauper, Hirokazu Kore-eda, Studio Ghibli and the Miyazaki Family, Wim Wenders, Luc Jacquet, Yann Arthus Bertrand, Bertrand Bonello and Laura Poitras to name a few.
Franco-American living in the US since 2005, Marquet was responsible for international promotions at Paramount Vantage, the independent division of the studio and oversaw the international release campaign for No Country For Old Men as well Brad Pitt's Plan B produced A Mighty Heart directed by Michael Winterbottom. Prior to his two-year contract with Paramount Studios, Marquet's first job in Hollywood was working as a publicist for DDA PR, the prime international promotional agency on behalf of which he represented titles at the Cannes and Sundance Film Festivals. Marquet also handled the launch of the retrospective of the restored films of Alejandro Jodorowsky as well as the classics catalog of Warner Bros overseeing DVD releases of the restored masters of Pat Garrett and Billy the Kid and Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.
Following his studies at the Atelier de Sèvres, Martin Marquet began his career in France at Films de Mon Oncle, dedicated to the restoration, distribution and promotion of Jacques Tati's films. For over 18 months, he worked on the restoration, release and promotional tour of the restored 35mm and 70mm versions of Playtime.
As a producer, Marquet has helped finance and produce independents filmmakers such as Marie Losier, Tim Sutton and Alexandros Avranas, and he is currently producing Hubert Sauper's new documentary among other film projects in development set for production in 2017.
EPICENTRO is now available to rent
EPICENTRO is now available to rent on Kino Now, iTunes, Google Play, and Amazon.
Don't miss this 2020 Sundance World Cinema Grand Jury Prize-winner!
EPICENTRO awarded the Sundance Grand Jury Prize in World Cinema Documentary!
Congratulations to director Hubert Sauper and the entire EPICENTRO team! See the full list of award winners here.
Festivals & Awards
Sundance Film Festival
Winner of the Grand Jury Prize: World Cinema Documentary
Waves crashing over a breakwater at the edge of the sea—this dramatic opening image conveys the vital spirit of a place that has withstood decades of external pressure. On the streets of Havana, residents of all ages share their views on living under such impositions by outsiders, as well as on the internal freedom they experience in spite of the repercussions of harsh sanctions. Descriptions of the waves of imperialism that have shaped this country's history provide a deeper understanding of the impact of long-term oppression and the powerful desire to exist without outside forces weighing in.
Academy Award–nominated director Hubert Sauper (Darwin's Nightmare) explores contemporary perspectives from citizens of the golden isle accompanied by images of another time—reflecting how Cuba still sits partially frozen in time, delicately suspended between the modern era and a time before technology seeped into all facets of life. A visual meld of geopolitical, cinematic, and personal connections, Epicentro enchants and suggests a new perspective on an old world.
"One of '12 Movies We Loved at Sundance.' A brilliant mixture of historical-poetic analysis and a ground-level journey among the denizens of Havana ... [Sauper's] remarkable eye for lived-in detail and for spectacular imagery will mesmerize you."
"As aromatic as a fine cohiba cigar ... Sauper and his co-editor, veteran Yves Deschamps ... work the material with a remarkable fluidity and gracefulness that's consistently engaging and surprising."


text: The Little Grey Wolf Will Come was the original title —rejected by the Soviet censors— of the acclaimed animated film Tale of Tales (Yuri Norshteyn, 1979). As Norshteyn, I am interested in creating a visual emotional response to both, my changing personal memories, and part of my country's history. The relationship among childhood memory, social memory, and history is the cornerstone of these works. Is childhood memory a reliable source? Up to what extent can we separate our own memories from the social imaginary from which they derive? Where are the boundaries between reality and memory? By altering my old family photos, I transmute my own past into something new. The magical creatures that once inhabited my childhood have come to dwell in these photographs. Norshteyn's Hedgehog becomes a motive of self-identification and the Little Grey Wolf spies behind each door of my memories.


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The other Hominid species were not as lucky as Homo sapiens. About 200,000 years ago, at the time of the evolution of hominids, Africa was chock full with many different kinds of walking apes/primates. They were all much like us. We were kin—close kin. There were, for example, Neanderthals, Denisovans, and Homo erectus of whom we know very little.
There is some confusion about terminology here that I would like to dispel, but I am not sure I can. The two words "hominid" and "hominin" are similar and definitions have varied over time. Hominids were originally only humans (homo) and their closest extinct relatives. Those are now usually called hominins. Other than humans, all hominins are extinct. The 21st century meaning of the word "hominid" includes all the great apes (including those that are still around) and humans.
Denisovans or Denisova hominins are a recently discovered species of human in the genusHomo. In March 2010 scientists announced that they had discovered a finger bone fragment of a juvenile female who lived 41,000 years ago in a remote Denisova Cave in the Altai Mountains of Siberia. She has been called "X woman." I wish they had given her a better name. That was a cave that had been inhabited by Neanderthals and modern humans. Since then 2 teeth from different members of the same population have been found.
Analysis of the mitochondrial DNA (mtDNA) of the finger showed to the scientists that it was genetically distinct from the mtDNAs of Neanderthals and modern humans. Subsequent evidence has showed that the genome from this specimen suggests that this group shares a common origin with Neanderthals and modern humans. Apparently they ranged from Siberia to South East Asia. They lived with and even interbred with some ancestors of modern humans. DNA evidence discovered in Spain suggests that Denisovans at one time resided in Western Europe. Previously it was believed that only Neanderthals lived there. A comparison with the genome of Neanderthals from the same cave in Spain revealed significant interbreeding. The evidence also strongly suggests that the Denisovans also interbred with an as yet unidentified ancient human lineage. Other pieces of bones are now being analyzed.
Later mtDNA analysis revealed that this new hominin species was a product of an earlier migration out of Africa and was distinct from later out-of-Africa migrations associated with modern humans. It was also distinct from Homo erectus. The addition of this new hominin species makes the history of humans much more complex than it was earlier. It also creates a more complex picture of the Late Pleistocene. This research suggests that the Denisovans were a sister group to the Neanderthals, branching off from the human lineage about 600,000 years ago and diverging from Neanderthals, probably in the Middle East about 400,000 years ago.
Anthropologist Niobe Thompson visited a number of recognized experts on human origins and the African world of our ancestors. These experts, shown on the television show I watched, included Rick Potts the Director of the Smithsonian's human origins program. As well he visited archeologist Curtis Marean, whose South African excavations are telling us how humans escaped the threat of extinction, and Chris Henshilwood, whose discovery of the earliest symbolic thought and art-making is revolutionizing our understanding of the beginnings of the "modern human." Along with other scientists they are changing how we think about our origins. These new views are fascinating.
A lot of recent archaeological evidence has been gathered in southern Africa in recent years. I saw some of those sites in 2013 during my visit to Africa with Christiane. Now scientists say that they have found evidence that southern Africa was "the cradle of the human mind." This is where there is evidence that the Homo sapiens were reduced to pitifully small numbers. Yet miraculous they survived while the other hominins perished.
According to Thompson "some of our cousins were so like us that we 'married' into their lines, or they 'married' into ours. Our DNA carries the signals of those meetings"
All other species of hominins disappeared. That was because life during and after the last Ice Age was tough—very tough. All died out, except Homo sapiens. Some of these species were bigger than us. Some had larger brains! Yet Homo sapiens survived. Their story is remarkable. It is worth thinking about that story. Our ancestors, like all indigenous people, were remarkable.
It does seem strange that Homo sapiens now occupy a "lonely branch of the evolutionary tree." Why did Homo sapiens manage to do what all other species of hominins were unable to do? That is a very important question well worth contemplating. If the unexamined life is not worth living, as Socrates said, and as I believe, this is a question worth pursuing. Why were Homo sapiens special enough to survive while all of their cousins went extinct?
I like to think that Homo sapiens survived because they learned to cooperate with each other, better than other species. Of course, liking to believe something does not necessarily make it so.


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County: Down Site name: DONAGHADEE ROAD, GROOMSPORT
Sites and Monuments Record No.: N/A Licence number: AE/04/113
Author: Tim Stevens, Archaeological Development Services Ltd, Unit 48, Westlink Enterprise Centre, 30-50 Distillery Street, Belfast BT12 5BJ.
Site type: No archaeological significance
Period/Dating: —
ITM: E 754118m, N 883293m
Latitude, Longitude (decimal degrees): 54.674186, -5.610338
Test-trenching was carried out at this 0.5ha housing development site east of Groomsport on the Co. Down coast. Despite the potential for archaeological remains, none were noted at the site, and the trenches revealed a sequence of landscaped glacial till and dune deposits.


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Most of us will not be able to justify a $3000 Surface Studio, but fortunately, one of the sexiest bits of the all-in-one, the Surface Dial, is a lot more affordable, and today even more so, after Amazon dropped the price to only $72.99.
The Surface has Bluetooth functionality and works in basic capacity with any PC, but has additional on-screen functionality with the Surface Studio and Surface Book.
- Use Surface Dial on-screen with Surface Studio and have all your tools in one place
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Our first Accompaniment in Action event in 2021 is a very exciting one. We will be joined by Dallya Alhorri, JRS UK's Refugee Activity Coordinator, for a showcase of some of the activities that have been going on in recent months.
Join us online on Wednesday 24th February between 18:30 – 19:30 for our activities showcase.
Activities have been a big part of what brings the JRS community together, allowing refugees to develop and learn new skills, show their creativity and get to know others. Whilst the current situation means activities haven't been able to run at the centre, Dallya has been coordinating and leading sessions online alongside with the help of some facilitators and of course our refugee friends!
Join us on Wednesday 24th February between 18:30 – 19:30 for a showcase of some of the different activity groups run by the Jesuit Refugee Service UK, including a performance by the JRS UK Hopes and Dreams drama group and a closer look at the Spoken Pictures photography sessions. As well as seeing some of what the different activity groups have been doing, we will hear from some of our refugee friends about what makes taking part in the activities so important.
Those of you who joined us for our Advent Service will have already seen some of the fruits of our activities and we hope you will be able to join us again!
When: 18.30 – 19.30 on Wednesday 24th February 2021
Where: Online on video conference software 'Zoom'
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