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Thursday, May 19, 2011
Tortino di Fagiolini - Green Bean Tart
From the kitchen of One Perfect Bite...I'm not an extravagant person. I've known for years that the dream of the house on the hill is far sweeter than its acquisition and I'll never forget the lessons learned in the Italian kitchen of my childhood. While not an asetic, Mrs S. really believed that men were as rich as the things they could live without and she practiced what she preached. Some of it must have rubbed off on me. My consumer gene is quieter than most, but I occasionally stumble on something that awakens the shopper in me. That happened this morning as I was browsing through the wonderfully shameless first edition of Ruth Reichl's new venture, Gilt Taste. It's a high end catalog that features hard-to-find and artisanal food, as well as some wonderful recipes and great food writing. I was a bit poorer by the time I finished my breakfast coffee and could envision the look of disapproval Mrs. S would have given me. It also set me to thinking about the other lessons I learned while sitting at her table. She was a wonderful cook and had a natural gift for combining unusual ingredients in a way that would make a singular and scrumptious dish. One that I remembered was a frittata made with cheese and green beans. I had never been able to duplicate it, but I recently came across a very similar dish in the Los Angeles Times and decided to try it for our dinner tonight. Mrs. S. would have been pleased and I think that those of you who try this will find it very interesting. It is fairly simple to do and would make a wonderful entree for lunch or a light supper. If you are looking for meatless entrees I really think you'll like this. Here's the recipe.
Tortino di Fagiolini - Green Bean Tart...from the kitchen of One Perfect Bite, courtesy of Noelle Carter, Los Angles Times
1 1/2 pounds green beans, cleaned
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 red onion, sliced into thin strips
1 small garlic clove, chopped
5 eggs
1/2 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano
1/4 cup milk
Freshly ground pepper
1 cup ciabatta crumbs
1) Bring a large pot of salted water to the boil. Add green beans and boil just until tender, 2 to 3 minutes. Drain beans, and immediately shock them in a bowl of ice water to stop cooking. When beans are just cool, drain again. Coarsely chop beans into pieces approximately 1-1/2 inches in length and place in a large bowl.
2) In a large sauté pan, heat olive oil over medium high heat until hot. Add onion and cook, stirring frequently, until onions are translucent and begin to color, 8 to 10 minutes.
3) Stir in chopped garlic and continue to cook until onion is caramelized, 6 to 8 minutes. Remove pan from heat and cool slightly, then toss onions and garlic with green beans.
4) Meanwhile, make egg base: In a medium bowl, whisk together eggs, Parmigiano-Reggiano, milk, one-fourth teaspoon salt and several grinds of pepper.
5) Stir egg base in with the beans and onion mixture.
6) Heat the oven to 350 degrees. Prepare pan: Completely line a 9-inch springform pan with foil, and grease foil.
7) Pour bean mixture into pan and sprinkle with bread crumbs. Bake until set (it should barely jiggle, and a knife inserted will come out clean), 30 to 40 minutes. Remove and cool tortino, still in pan, on a rack.
8) When tortino is cool, cover pan and refrigerate it until chilled (chilling tortino will make it easier to slice). Serve cold or at room temperature. Yield: 6 servings.
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81 comments :
- Faith said...
Yum! I went out to Lone Pine farms today and they had some gorgeous greenbeans that would be great for this! Hope you enjoyed the sunshine today!!!
- May 19, 2011 at 1:22 AM
- Red Nomad OZ said...
So great that Mrs S' Italian philosophy comes to me downunder here in OZ via the USA. She's right - the more one owns, the more worries one has!!
And I'm salivating over today's dish - it looks sensational, and I bet it tastes the same!! - May 19, 2011 at 1:35 AM
How pretty! I like the side look of all those green beans. Yum!
- May 19, 2011 at 1:43 AM
- Tanna said...
The sharp green circles of the green beans are so pretty in this dish! Mary, you come up with some very interesting recipes! I am sure I would love this one.
Sounds like you learned some vlauable lessons from a very wise woman. blessings ~ tanna - May 19, 2011 at 1:44 AM
What a beautiful tart! I love green beans, they look so sophisticated in this dish :)
- May 19, 2011 at 1:49 AM
- Becky said...
Mary, that tart looks so beautiful with the slices of beans. I will put this on the list to try.
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Becky - May 19, 2011 at 1:51 AM
- JCF said...
:( I will never be able to cook something like this.
- May 19, 2011 at 1:51 AM
- Susan said...
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xoxo - May 19, 2011 at 1:58 AM
Wow! What a yummy way to make beans more exciting! Love this, thanks so much for sharing this, Mary! :)
I'm also loving the two archived recipes for this day, they're all going in to my recipe book. - May 19, 2011 at 2:07 AM
What a great, tasty idea and I love the crumble on top.
:-) Mandy - May 19, 2011 at 2:27 AM
- Banana Wonder said...
mmmm love the sound of this tart! simple yet perfect for a spring lunch. i love the cross section that slice as well :-)
- May 19, 2011 at 2:40 AM
- Lenia said...
We are pleased too,dear Mary!This tart looks really perfedt!Such a fine recipe!Have a great day:)
- May 19, 2011 at 2:50 AM
- Priya Suresh said...
Never had this yummy tart, looks super catchy and pretty..
- May 19, 2011 at 3:36 AM
- Nami | Just One Cookbook said...
Hello Mary! Wow this looks not only tasty but beautiful too. I appreciate the food when we can see the hard work you put in.. green bean lining up very nicely! Very creative!
- May 19, 2011 at 3:46 AM
- Nammi said...
have to agree wit you mary, the simpler the food the better they taste :)
- May 19, 2011 at 3:56 AM
I love the philosophy in your post! Have a bountiful day :)
- May 19, 2011 at 4:08 AM
- Ruth said...
This looks fantastic, and I always love reading your posts!
- May 19, 2011 at 4:20 AM
- Three-Cookies said...
Looks interesting, especially seeing the cross-section of the beans!
- May 19, 2011 at 5:48 AM
- Ambreen (Simply Sweet n Savory) said...
Sounds wonderful! Delicious & beautiful looking tart.
- May 19, 2011 at 6:26 AM
- Silvia said...
Una tarta salada riquísima.
Besos. - May 19, 2011 at 6:30 AM
- Khadija El Mary said...
This tart looks amazing, so elegantly sliced, and with those lovely circle green beans, it's fabulous! Have a wonderful sunny day Mary!
Cheers, - May 19, 2011 at 6:41 AM
- Melynda@Scratch Made Food! said...
Interesting, I would of never thought to put this together, but cannot wait to try it. It is perfect for take to work lunches also. Thanks Mary.
- May 19, 2011 at 7:11 AM
- The Blonde Duck said...
That look awesome!
- May 19, 2011 at 7:41 AM
- Sue said...
This sounds wonderful and I love how it looks!
- May 19, 2011 at 7:42 AM
- The Harried Cook said...
That looks gorgeous, Mary! I love how the sliced beans look in that wedge of tart... Beautiful! A great meat-free main! Thank you for sharing!
- May 19, 2011 at 7:55 AM
- Clint said...
It has been said that not every painting is a masterpiece. In your case, Mary, that is not true.
- May 19, 2011 at 7:58 AM
- Cooking Creation said...
This is a recipe that my mother would go crazy over! It sounds delicious :)
- May 19, 2011 at 8:02 AM
- Karen Harris said...
This looks delicious especially with the crumbly topping. I am a huge tart and quiche lover.
- May 19, 2011 at 8:23 AM
- safire said...
This looks amazing! The slices of green beans look like studded jewelry!
- May 19, 2011 at 8:38 AM
- Kim said...
Wow what an amazing look on this tart. Plus, it looks so good, so spring perfect!
- May 19, 2011 at 8:51 AM
- Ana Rita Marreiros said...
Perfect tart and deliciously looking!
Rita - May 19, 2011 at 9:01 AM
- Unknown said...
I love how you worked your way into this recipe...great little story :) And the tart sounds different then any tarts I've had before..it looks incredible!!
- May 19, 2011 at 9:05 AM
- Linda Starr said...
I never would have thought of green beans in a tart and I love the way the sliced beans show in the slice of the tart, so beautiful and scrumptious looking at the same time.
- May 19, 2011 at 9:07 AM
- cocoa and coconut said...
You must be pleased that you've come close to her original recipe! Your version looks so incredible - the image of showing the beans is just so impressive. I can't wait to make this.
- May 19, 2011 at 9:11 AM
- Receitas para a Felicidade said...
Hummm, Yumy Mary, i love that recipe looks so good, thank you for sharing,
kisses - May 19, 2011 at 9:13 AM
- Faith said...
The cross section view of this tart is really beautiful! What a lovely, unique tart this is!
- May 19, 2011 at 9:37 AM
- PeggyR said...
Oh my that sounds really good!
- May 19, 2011 at 9:48 AM
- Young Adventures... said...
You always have such delicious recipes to share Mary! This was a good reminder for me to make sure I get some of my favorite recipes from my Mom written down.
- May 19, 2011 at 10:29 AM
- Food Glorious Food! said...
Never thought of making tart out of green beans.... loving the idea!
- May 19, 2011 at 10:38 AM
- Lucie said...
I love the idea of this! I often make frittata with peas, so I can see how this would be really tasty.
- May 19, 2011 at 10:41 AM
- Marmande in the Kitchen said...
The sliced tart looks so pretty with the green beans all stacked up - I think this could turn a non-green bean eater into a green bean fan. Looks delicious!
- May 19, 2011 at 10:51 AM
- June said...
Wow - that looks really wonderful and delicious. Love the addition of the ciabatta crumbs on top - must be crunchy and creamy and what could be better than that!
- May 19, 2011 at 11:07 AM
Mary, you really are inspiration, what a wonderful tart - so pretty and delicious sounding. I always love visiting your blog!
Mary x - May 19, 2011 at 11:14 AM
- JG said...
Fresh green beans are one of my fam's fave veggies! I would need to work very quickly while making this. Otherwise, there would be none left for the tart. :) This looks good!
~Judy - May 19, 2011 at 11:25 AM
- Tip Top Shape said...
This looks delicious!!! I just planted a bunch of green beans in my garden and once they're grown I am definitely making this!
- May 19, 2011 at 11:52 AM
- Chris's Gourmet Fashion said...
This tortino looks quite amazing. What an original idea - I do not think I have ever seen or tasted one of these before, so perhaps it's time to try and make one. I'm always looking for different ways to use green beans (one of the few veggies the daughter eats without complaining).
- May 19, 2011 at 11:54 AM
- Reese Darragh said...
Dear Mary,
That looks really good. I should try making that sometime. Have a wonderful Thursday!
Reese - May 19, 2011 at 12:29 PM
- Barbara said...
A lovely and unusual recipe, Mary. And such a great presentation when sliced! That was half the fun of your photo!
Of course, now I'm going to HAVE to make this for dinner.....I think I could even get the grandkids to love their green beans this way. - May 19, 2011 at 12:56 PM
- Wendy Irene said...
What a great lesson Mrs. S taught and a wonderful reminder for when we get caught up in consumerism. I'm going to carry that with me. Thank you! :)
- May 19, 2011 at 1:20 PM
- Whats Cookin Italian Style Cuisine said...
I just bought some green beans, I lovethem. Have a hard time convincing my sicilian husband to even try them... this one may do it... I am thinking I will cut this recipe in half... at least I will eat the whole thing even if I can't get him to love them... this one really hit me just perfection!
- May 19, 2011 at 1:30 PM
- That Girl said...
I'm not an aesthetic, but part of me is much happier using my money on food and food products because it's something the multitudes can enjoy. As opposed to a new pair of shoes just for me!
- May 19, 2011 at 1:39 PM
What a fabulous and delicious dish, Mary!
- May 19, 2011 at 1:44 PM
- Unknown said...
1) boo hiss. Gilt Taste: a new way to want. although, if I invest in those champagne glasses I won't break the stems and it will be anti consumerism! *gasp! geeeeenyus.
2) It's almost so beautiful the taste would be a note in passing. Love the visual effect. - May 19, 2011 at 1:59 PM
- Rambling Tart said...
I'm glad you succumbed to that splurge, Mary. :-) We all need a little outlandish beauty and inspiration in our lives now and then. I love this tart! What a clever idea. :-)
- May 19, 2011 at 2:31 PM
- Katerina said...
This is perfect for a light dinner! I love the greens in it!
- May 19, 2011 at 2:37 PM
- Tasha said...
As a green bean fan, it sounds tasty and I like the idea of the ciabatta crumb topping. Yet another reason I need to invest in a springform pan.
- May 19, 2011 at 3:20 PM
- Unknown said...
What an amazing recipe! I love green beans : ) Mmmmm
- May 19, 2011 at 3:52 PM
- Kathy said...
This looks so fabulous! My husband would really like this because it has green beans! I will have to give it a try! Really enjoyed your post…You're so right about the sweetness of the house on the hill!
- May 19, 2011 at 3:53 PM
- Jessica | Cajunlicious said...
Mary this is almost too beautiful to eat!
Have a great day! - May 19, 2011 at 4:01 PM
- teresa said...
your food is always so beautiful! this looks delicious, i love green beans!
- May 19, 2011 at 4:06 PM
- Linda said...
Thanks for sharing that link. I love Ruth Reichl's writing and have read most of her books and miss Gourmet magazine, especially her editorials. And, wow, I love this tart! What a great picture of those terrific looking green beans nestled in there.
- May 19, 2011 at 4:34 PM
- Swathi said...
Green bean tart looks awesome. love to try them.
- May 19, 2011 at 5:16 PM
- Claudia said...
I have never thought to put green beans in a tart or frittata - I love the looks of them - especially all those sweet circles peeking. And 'tis the season of green beans!
- May 19, 2011 at 6:13 PM
- Elaine said...
It makes such a pretty slice! I have not had a chance to check out Gilt Taste yet...Hope you have a good evening, Mary.
- May 19, 2011 at 8:07 PM
- Joanne said...
String beans are one of the few items I've never thought to put into a fritatta-esque dish but it looks so good that I have to try it!
- May 19, 2011 at 8:12 PM
- Velva said...
Sometimes we just have to indulge. Your love for cooking is a passion.
A green bean tart, how very creative. Love it.
Velva - May 19, 2011 at 9:35 PM
- Jayanthy Kumaran said...
wow...this looks amazing...lovely clicks..
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- Ameena said...
Mary - you have the most beautiful header I have ever seen. I mean that!
And your tart looks divine. Absolutely amazing. I've never seen anything like it, not even in Paris. Thank you for sharing your amazing talents with all of us! I can't wait to try this recipe. - May 19, 2011 at 11:37 PM
- mia xara said...
Very interesting recipe for green beans, Mary! Thanks for posting!
- May 20, 2011 at 2:09 AM
- Maria said...
This looks so gorgeous Mary - a real show stopper! ;-)
- May 20, 2011 at 3:45 AM
- The Blonde Duck said...
Have a wonderful weekend!
- May 20, 2011 at 7:22 AM
- Emily Malloy said...
That is absolutely BEAUTIFUL!
- May 20, 2011 at 8:26 AM
- lena said...
i've not seen anything like this before. Glad i didnt miss this!
- May 20, 2011 at 10:05 AM
- David said...
Mary, Really different! Unlike anything I've seen before. A nice addition to the recipe file... Take Care, Big Daddy Dave
- May 20, 2011 at 11:48 AM
- Maggie said...
I adore frittata in any shape or form, combine that with my never ending search for recipes that help me cope with the annual glut of haricot vert from the potager and this dish is a winner twice over.
Many thanks for sharing it with us. - May 20, 2011 at 12:01 PM
- Unknown said...
Those green beans really have my attention. What a dish!
- May 20, 2011 at 9:05 PM
- Ciao Chow Linda said...
I love the look of this tortino - would never have thought to use the beans this way.
- May 20, 2011 at 9:31 PM
- Catherine said...
What a great meal for Friday night. Looks great. Blessings, Catherine
- May 20, 2011 at 9:55 PM
- Tasty Trix said...
Funny, I know what you mean - I don't usually get greedy when it comes to shopping, but somehow kitchen things can really awaken my inner shopper! This tart looks really lovely.
- May 21, 2011 at 11:08 AM
- sally said...
Looks like a great recipe! I love the cross-sectional look at all of those stacked green beans.
- May 21, 2011 at 12:12 PM
- My Little Space said...
Mary, I'll have to say the tart looks really pretty. I love how you cook it. Thanks for such lovely recipe.
Kristy - May 22, 2011 at 3:28 AM


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On this April 15, Americans are thinking about the Boston Marathon bombings that occurred one year ago.
In and around Boston, people are also looking back on a year of healing. The day's events culminated in a moment of silence at 2:49 p.m. ET, the time of the first explosion. Vice President Joe Biden joined other officials in a tribute near the race's finish line.
A large crowd formed along Boylston Street, the scene of the cruel attack that police say was carried out by two brothers. One was later killed, and the other awaits trial. On Monday, 200 people affected by the bombings gathered on the finish line for a mass portrait by The Boston Globe.
Today's memorial program began at noon, with Biden attending a service along with Gov. Deval Patrick, Boston Mayor Martin Walsh and former Mayor Thomas Menino at the Hynes Convention Center.
We'll feature tributes and remembrances here today, updating this post as events progress. And you can follow it at member station WBUR in Boston.
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Because no one has the perspective and experience they have, we'll close out this post with more words from people who were in Boston last year – and who have come back this year:
"I am going to finish the marathon with the woman who found me on the ground last year at Forum," Heather Abbott says on Boston's WBUR. "She's running it for the first time. The BAA's going to let me jump in in the last half mile and finish it with her."
"There's definitely some fear of going back," Carol Downing says on today's All Things Considered. "I know that for the whole time of the 26.2 miles, I'm going to be wondering if my family is safe."
Amelia Nelson, who writes for NPR's Running Toward Boylston Tumblr blog, describes her recent visit to the "Dear Boston" exhibit.
"There were running sneakers, posters, banners, hats and ribbons with touching words and then a chance to add to the exhibit.... It was here that I found the majority of the high school students silent and focused on writing meaningful messages to leave behind. This was exceptionally touching," Nelson says. "At the Boston Public Library they have created a truly exceptional display of the hope, love, strength and resilience this city embodies."
Nelson, a nurse who worked as a volunteer at the finish line of the 2013 race, will run her first marathon next week.
Update at 2:49 p.m. ET: Moment Of Silence
The bell of the historic Old South Church chimes as a U.S. flag is attached to a flagpole and raised on Boylston Street. Afterwards, the national anthem is sung; in the crowd, many people's hands go to their chests. Police officers and others salute.
Vice President Biden, Gov. Duval Patrick are among the officials standing with victims, their families and first responders on the asphalt in the center of the street. Like seemingly everyone in attendance, their heads were bowed for the moment of silence that came at 2:49.
Earlier, bagpipes played as police officers led the families of victims out onto the street. The ceremony took place during a break in the heavy rain and wind that forecasters predict for Boston today.
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People are gathering on the portion of Boylston Street where a U.S. flag will be raised near the Boston Marathon's finishing line. The sidewalks are a sea of wet umbrellas.
Near the ceremony site, fire and police officers are standing in the open, holding U.S. and other flags.
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The program of speakers and music ended after the vice president's speech. A flag-raising ceremony and a moment of silence are up next. Boston's weather forecasters say winds are gusting at over 50 mph and heavy rain is falling this afternoon.
Update at 1:49 p.m. ET: 'We Own The Finish Line,' Biden Says
"You're living proof that America can never, never, never be defeated," Vice President Joe Biden tells survivors of the bombings and the city that rallied around them.
Biden says that last year's attack was an attempt to instill fear into people in Boston and into America, to try to change their core values.
"You are Boston Strong," he said. "But America is strong. They're not unlike you – all around America. That's what makes us so proud of this city, and this state. It's that we have never, ever yielded to fear – ever."
He went on to talk about the sacrifices made by police, firefighters and other first responders. And he spoke about Carlos Arredondo, who last April wore a cowboy hat as he helped carry a severely wounded Jeff Bauman.
Ending his speech, Biden said, "We endure. We overcome.. And we own the finish line."
Update at 1:28 p.m. ET: Survivors Speak Out
In heartfelt speeches, survivors of last year's attack – Adrianne Haslet-Davis, 15-year-old David Yepez (and his father, also David), and Patrick Downes spoke to the crowd at the convention center about strength and determination — and gratitude for the help they've received.
Haslet-Davis, a dancer who lost a leg in the attack, said, "Our survivor community is not something any of us has chosen to be a part of," reports WBUR. "But there are many moments we could have not made it through if not for one another."
Downes told the crowd, "We hope you feel all the emotion we feel when we say thank you."
Their speeches also included a lighter moment, as Haslet-Davis spoke of the importance of small milestones in recovery and healing.
"Even walking into a non-handicapped bathroom stall for the first time, doing a happy dance. It's the little things," she said.
Update at 12:45 p.m. ET: Rousing Ovation For Menino
The sight of longtime Boston Mayor Thomas Menino walking to the podium prompts a standing ovation from the thousands present. He left office in January.
"This day will always be hard," Menino says. "It'll never be easy to gather at that finishing line."
He then spoke about how the day offered a chance to share gratitude with the responders and doctors who helped that day.
Citing Ernest Hemingway's quote that "The world breaks everyone and afterward many are strong at the broken places," Menino tells those present, "You are strong at this broken place."
Update at 12:30 p.m. ET: Ceremony Begins With Music And Speeches
The midday ceremony has begun, with performances by the Boston Pops ("Hymn to New England") and other musicians, from singer Renese King ("America the Beautiful") to the Boston Children's Chorus ("Up to the Mountain").
The event is being held inside, which may be a great thing: Rain is in the forecast in Boston this afternoon.
Update at 10:30 a.m. ET: Brothers Who Lost Legs Walk Toward Boston
Paul and J.P. Norden each lost a leg in last year's attack. That's not stopping the two brothers from walking to Boston today — local TV WCVB reports that they are setting out this morning from the race's starting point in Hopkinton, Mass. They admit they might not make the entire 26.2-mile trip — but that's not the point, they say.
"We had so much support from everybody," J.P. says. "At one point it was the worst year of our life, and sometimes it was the best year of our life."
"There's no way we would've ever thought we'd be walking this today," Paul says. "I never would have thought I was walking, after what happened last year."
Asked what's next for them, J.P. answered, "We gotta get through this 26-point-something miles first," bringing laughs from his brother and the reporters.
As The New York Times reports, at last year's race the brothers were "both strapping construction workers in their prime who were there to cheer on a friend."
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"I'm really excited because I love being with the other survivors," attack survivor Jeff Bauman tells USA Today of today's events. "I hope there's a lot of first responders there. I want to say thank you to everybody."
Three people were killed a year ago: Krystle Campbell (29), Martin Richard (8), and Lu Lingzi (23). Police officer Sean Collier died days later as authorities pursued the suspects. Hundreds more were injured, some severely.
Lingzi's parents, Jun Lu and Ling Meng, will be at today's ceremony, having traveled thousands of miles from China to be in Boston.
"We cherish everything that Lingzi was a part of," Jun Lu tells The Boston Globe through an interpreter. "Even though last year's marathon [was tragic], we want to be there to witness something good come out of it."
Victims and their families, including Martin Richard's brother and little sister, attended a wreath-laying ceremony this morning, as Gov. Patrick and other officials joined with police and fire department officers to commemorate them.
And in Newton, Mass., which was under a partial lockdown one year ago, police tweeted a defiant message, saying the city had gone "from Boston Strong to Boston Stronger!"
Eight runners who are entered in the 2014 Boston Marathon have been and personal stories for NPR in a Tumblr blog. Some of them ran in last year's race; others were inspired to enter this year's race to honor the victims. Running the race this year also brings a chance for healing and closure.
NPR's Wright Bryan recently spoke to one of those runners — Demi Clark, who was among the last group to finish last year's race before homemade bombs wreaked havoc in Boston.
Clark now lives in Charleston, S.C., a move she says was brought on by a new willingness to change.
As Clark recently wrote, "That has been a theme this year. I don't allow myself to say 'no' to things that are potential 'no second chances.' I hug my children tighter at bedtime (and I don't miss a chance to tuck them in — EVER — something I used to do)."
Member station WBUR in Boston describes what happens after today's tributes:
"From there, the city and race organizers must turn their attention to Monday, when a million spectators are expected to line the 26.2 mile course from Hopkinton to Boston to cheer on the second-largest field of runners in the race's 118-year history."
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Saturday, October 04, 2008
Bloggers Beware
I was going to tell you about a little problem I had in June that concluded last Friday, but I have reconsidered. This has been one of the hardest things I have had to do since starting this blog, since there's nothing more that I would like to do than to go public about this and let the individual who subpoenaed me suffer a little Streisand Effect in return for the considerable legal costs I have incurred.
I can tell you I was subpoenaed for a discovery deposition about one of my posts on this blog. I was not named as a party in the suit occurring in Cook County Circuit Court here in Illinois, mind you. Rather, the plantiff thought for sure that I knew one of the anonymous commenters on my blog. I did not. They insisted that I take down the post on my blog. I have not. They asked that I remove the comments identifying individuals on my blog. I have not and will not. They wanted me to take down an image I posted on my blog. It still stands.
After three trips for my lawyers before the Cook County Cicuit Court in late summer and fall of this year at considerable expense, my motion to quash the subpoena was rendered "moot" after the suit upon which it was based was dismissed in court.
So why do I let you know this?
Because of the circumstances that took place are important for bloggers to be aware of their potential for such legal actions, not dissimilar to that suffered by Karen Seidel of Neurodiversity.com, just on the basis of anonymous commentary on your blog. The implications of this are chilling.
But I am also aware that I reside in Illinois, sometimes jokingly referred to as the "Land of Lawyers" rather than the "Land of Lincoln." Regrettably, I have no formal legal background and am therefore at a distinct disadvantage in court proceedings should the individual cry foul if I went public and drag me back to court again crying about some defamation claim. Sure, sure, my post is written and contains all kinds of documents pertaining to the suit and the other individual's prior activities, but it just ain't worth the potential hassle right now.
Rather, I'm going to let these guys handle it. I gave them all my info. Including the contents of that other blog post.
Trust me, that's going to be a lot more fun to watch.
31 comments:
- rlbates said...
Wow! Thanks for the warning. Sorry about the stress and aggravation you have endured.
- Sat Oct 04, 04:14:00 PM CDT
- Fat Doctor said...
Scary, scary, scary. I live in fear of being sued...for malpractice, for traffic accidents, for blogging. Hmmmm. Makes me nervous, to be sure.
- Sat Oct 04, 04:16:00 PM CDT
- Vijay said...
This sucks.
And it could probably happen only in America. It beggars belief how litigation crazy the whole US is!!
How the £℧¢₭ do they expect you to be responsible for something that some nameless idiot wrote in your publically posted blog!?? - Sat Oct 04, 04:52:00 PM CDT
The most unsettling thing about this - all stupid litigation, really - is that winning is irrelevant. Even if you prevail, you spend a fortune and it often ends up on your public record anyway.
Think I might just give up blogging altogether. - Sat Oct 04, 05:14:00 PM CDT
Good for you, Wes. Don't cave one bit.
Scary, hell yes.
Crazy, crazy society. Too bad you could not recoup your legal fees in some way, especially since the suit was thrown out in court.
Thanks for letting us know. - Sat Oct 04, 05:28:00 PM CDT
- Kathleen Seidel said...
Wes, you have my comradeship and sympathy. Getting subpoenaed was a hassle for me, too, but at least it was a hassle over my own writing. Your situation doesn't seem a whole lot different from that of a restaurant owner getting hauled into court over graffiti left on the bathroom wall.
- Sat Oct 04, 05:43:00 PM CDT
- MamaOnABudget said...
I grew up in your neck of the woods, and I understand the litigious nature of the area. I fear it will only get worse as our economy falls, but I applaud you for standing your ground and not cowering in a corner in fear.
I don't get it, really. I can't possibly be the only patient in the world that doesn't care one way or the other if a doctor were to blog about me? Say something good, bad or indifferent - so what? I'm not sure that HIPPA has done anything other than give schmucks more legal grounds on which to sue. - Sat Oct 04, 08:50:00 PM CDT
- Dr. Deb said...
Eeegads. What a terrible set of circumstances.
My hubby is an attorney as are many in my circle of friends and family. It can be so emotionally and financially draining to make sure you are well protected legally. And though it is true that the ones that make out in these litigious issues are often the lawyers, most attorneys will tell you that they despise these kind of cases. Justice is never served and the legal system gets sullied once again.
Thank you for sharing this with us all - and for standing your ground. - Sat Oct 04, 10:00:00 PM CDT
- Margaret Polaneczky, MD (aka TBTAM) said...
Wow - Am sooo curious as to what went down, but understand your reluctance to open up another can of worms.
Glad it's settled to your satisfaction, though hate to hear it's cost you money.
Blog on! - Sat Oct 04, 10:13:00 PM CDT
- Rural Doctoring said...
Keep blogging, Dr. Wes, because the real win for people who initiate frivolous actions such as this is for good blogs such as this one to shut down.
- Sat Oct 04, 10:27:00 PM CDT
- Bruce said...
Dr. Wes, So sorry that you have had to endure a waste of your time and resources. Do these people ever really understand the chilling impact they have?
- Sat Oct 04, 11:34:00 PM CDT
- Marco said...
I'm so sorry to hear of these losers (the plaintiff AND their lawyers) hassling you like this over what is clearly (in the court of common sense) overreaching. Power and courage to you to continue holding your ground.
Marco - Sun Oct 05, 12:31:00 AM CDT
- Marco said...
Let me ask a "Duh" question...so what if you did know one of the anonymous commenters on your blog? What's it to them, as you don't identify them to the public?
Marco - Sun Oct 05, 12:34:00 AM CDT
Um, is it because I posted anonymously last week that you completely ignored my question about arteriosclerosis? in the alphabet soup post? Just asking.
- Sun Oct 05, 08:49:00 AM CDT
- DrPolitico said...
In Europe where the powers-that-be see blogging as an anit-establishment activity we have our problems too.
- Sun Oct 05, 12:13:00 PM CDT
- Dr. Gwenn said...
Thank you for sharing this with us. I can't imagine anything more stressful! This is every blogger's worst nightmare, isn't it?
I posted about anonymous comments on my blog recently due to a barrage of very inappropriate comments, and in response to an interesting article on MSNBC about online behavior.
For those interested, here's the link: Welcome To The Anonymous Zone
Dr. Gwenn - Mon Oct 06, 07:21:00 AM CDT
- Nurse K said...
I've had to deal with some of this type of crap too after a crayzee figured out who I was and thought she'd try to shut my blog down by making up a whole bunch of crap that I "did" (child abuse, hate crimes, you name it, it was on there). Yawn. The investigators thought my blog was funny.
- Mon Oct 06, 09:59:00 AM CDT
The blogger at Neurodiversity is Kathleen Seidel
- Mon Oct 06, 05:49:00 PM CDT
Dr. Wes, you are clearly a man of honor and high moral character.
Such individuals as yourself are often tested by evil men.
Thanks for behaving as I would have expected. The corrupt legal industry that assaulted you needs massive, massive reform. - Mon Oct 06, 09:33:00 PM CDT
Hello, Doc! Just heard about your recent woes from a commenter over at Orac's ScienceBlogs perch.
Are you at all legally liable for what the anonymous commenters wrote? Probably not, as Section 230 (c) (1) of the 1996 Communications Decency Act states as follows: "No provider or user of an interactive computer service shall be treated as the publisher or speaker of any information provided by another information content provider."
Section 230 has been cited in three recent rulings that I know of: the Roommates.com case (decided in April of this year), the Fifth Circuit's MySpace case (decided this spring), and the Barbara Bauer suit against Wikimedia (decided this summer).
In the MySpace and Wikimedia cases, the immunity provision of Section 230 was found to protect the website owners in question. The Roommates.com case turned out somewhat differently: The Ninth Circuit ruled that an exception to the immunity provided by Section 230 would exist if the website "contributes materially to the alleged illegality of the conduct" of the persons visiting a website; however, the Ninth Circuit made it quite clear that this exception was not to be used as a license to harass website owners:
[T]here will always be close cases where a clever lawyer could argue that something the website operator did encouraged the illegality. Such close cases, we believe, must be resolved in favor of immunity, lest we cut the heart out of section 230 by forcing websites to face death by ten thousand duck-bites, fighting off claims that they promoted or encouraged—or at least tacitly assented to—the illegality of third parties . . .. [I]n cases of enhancement by implication or development by inference—such as with respect to the "Additional Comments" here—section 230 must be interpreted to protect websites not merely from ultimate liability, but from having to fight costly and protracted legal battles.
In other words: SLAPPers, you'd better think twice before trying to add the Ninth Circuit's decision to your legal arsenal.
(A list of Section 230 rulings can be found here.) - Mon Oct 06, 11:12:00 PM CDT
- DrWes said...
phoenix woman:
"...lest we cut the heart out of section 230 by forcing websites to face death by ten thousand duck-bites"
Ten thousand duck-bites would have been a bargain. But thank you. - Tue Oct 07, 04:24:00 AM CDT
Dr Wes:
Why turn over info to the FBI in what sounds like a civil case? - Tue Oct 07, 06:14:00 AM CDT
- DrWes said...
Anony 6:14-
I described the one civil issue in this blog, but there are more complicated issues that I am not at liberty to discuss at this time. I am quite sure that I have selected the appropriate reporting agency(ies). - Tue Oct 07, 09:26:00 AM CDT
- Toni Brayer, MD said...
Hang in there, DrWes. Thanks for alerting us fellow bloggers.
- Tue Oct 07, 01:04:00 PM CDT
- girlvet said...
Who are the people who choose to comment anonymously? Are they people who don't have a blog?
- Wed Oct 08, 05:50:00 PM CDT
Hi there. I regret that I'm posting anonymously. I wanted to show my support but also not bring the flamer to a medical blog with which I'm associated.
I was very recently threatened with a lawsuit (no grounds; the person was crazy), not for medical reasons or even blog reasons, but for posting in an online group that I thought this person was spamming and being misleading. After the person was put on moderation, he e-mailed me personally and harassed me, calling me an "animal," among other things. He also made it clear that he had found the state where I live.
Additionally, he threatened another group member with a lawsuit.
So these people seem to be everywhere. I'm glad you're posting about your experiences because it helps me understand I'm not alone. Whatever you decide, please know you're not alone, either. - Thu Oct 09, 02:42:00 PM CDT
- Enrico said...
I may be stating the obvious here, but I think the Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF.org) would be worth looking into for additional support/representation. You mentioned there were more complex issues (to wit, the FBI was involved) but I thought I'd throw that out there b/c you shouldn't be compelled/coerced to prove you don't know something in this manner. I hope there's some financial remedy here (not punitive, necessarily, just recovery) if you can stomach more legal proceedings.
Best of luck in your legal efforts, and please don't let this stop your blogging -- as I said on the other post, this is so outrageous I can't believe it not to be a one-time event. I sure pray that it is. - Fri Oct 10, 01:10:00 AM CDT
Girlvet, you're right, some of us who post anonymously are not bloggers. And some of us have been flamed and spammed simply because someone took a dislike to our screen name or our ISP. It's NOT fun when that happens, that's why I don't sign my name.
Dr. Wes, I hope the jackass who's been causing you problems is caught and prosecuted. (Persecution would be nice, too.) Hang in there, doc, we're on your side! - Mon Oct 13, 02:39:00 PM CDT
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Please visit http://www.neoteny.org/?p=224 for details. - Mon Nov 24, 06:25:00 PM CST
Many are thankful that there are bloggers:
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Historically, information sources provided to American citizens were limited due to the few methods available to the public, such as radio, TV, or news print. And also this information was subject to being filtered and, in some cases, delayed. This occurred for a number of reasons, which included political ones.
Now, and with arguably great elation, there is the internet, which can be rather beneficial for the average citizen.
Soon after the advent of the internet well over a decade ago, web logs were created, that are now termed 'blogs'. At that time the blogs were referred to as personal journals or diaries visible on line. As time passed, blogs became a media medium, and blog communities evolved into addressing topics that often were not often addressed in mainstream media, as they crossed previously existing political and social lines. In addition, blogs provide immediate contributions by others, the readers of the posts of the blog authors, instead of the cumbersomeness of opinion and editorial pieces historically and not always presented in such media forms as newspapers or magazines.
The authors of blogs vary as far as their backgrounds and intent of what they choose to address on their blogs exactly, just as with other media forms. Some are employed by the very media sources that existed before them. Furthermore, they are not exonerated from the legalities of what is written, such as cases of libel. While we can presume that bloggers like to write, they may not be quality writers, yet several are in fact journalists, as well as doctors and lawyers, for example. But to write is to think, which I believe is a good quality one should have.
Yet presently, blogs have become quite a driving force for those with objectives and issues often opposed by others, and therefore have become a serious threat to others. These others may be politicians, our government, or corporations- all of which have been known to monitor the content of certain blogs of concern to them for their potential to negatively affect their image or their activities previously undisclosed. This is why blogs, on occasion, have become a media medium for whistleblowers, which will be addressed further in a moment.
While one disadvantage of blogs is the potential lack of reliability, blogs however do allow in addition to the comments of its readers the posting of authentic internal or confidential documents that typically are not created to be viewed by the public, yet are acquired by certain bloggers. For example, blogger Dr. Peter Rost, a whistleblower himself, not long ago posted a newsletter published by pharmaceutical company AstraZeneca on his blog site, and this newsletter was given to him by AstraZeneca's employees who called themselves the 'AZ Group of Seven'- with the intent of this group being to bring to the attention of others the illegal activity of off-label promotion of one of AZ's cancer drugs promoted by their employer. Yet this particular concern by AZ seven, by surprise, is not what caught the attention of so many who viewed the posted newsletter by Dr. Rost and was read with great interest by others. It was instead a comment included in this newsletter that was stated by former regional AZ manager Mike Zubalagga, who was being interviewed by a district manager in this newsletter. Mr. Zubalagga, who in this newsletter posted on Dr Rost's blog site, referred to doctors' offices as 'buckets of money', which caught the attention of several readers. This and other statements by this man were in fact published in this newsletter clearly not reviewed before its publication. . Again, the statement and the newsletter created by AZ was indeed authentic and further validated due to the content being in the written word, which added credibility.
Mr. Zubalagga was fired the next day due to this 'buckets of money' comment due to the effect it had on the image of his employer. His manager resigned soon afterwards from AZ.
Blogs, one can safely conclude, reveal secrets.
And there have been other whistleblower cases on various blogs in addition to this one described a moment ago, which illustrates the power of blogs as being a very powerful and threatening media medium of valid information disclosure that others cannot prevent from occurring.
This, in my opinion, is true freedom of information- largely free of embellishments or selective omissions. It's a step towards communication utopia, perhaps, yet a force that has the ability to both harm and protect many others.
Yet again, the information on these blogs should not be taken as absolute truth without proof to verify claims that may be made, as with other media sources. Of course, documents that are authentic is an example of a good validation source. And this, in my opinion, is the blog's greatest value, combined with the comments on blogs from the growing number of readers who are allowed to contribute to the subject matter so quickly, which fuels the objectives of the blogs, which may be a type of Socratic learning.
Like other written statements, some on such internet sites are composed with respect of the written word. Others are not. It's the freedom that may be most appealing of this new medium which has the ability to convert citizens into journalists who want to contribute to an issue of their concern they share with the blogger often with great conviction and accuracy.
Because we, the public, have a right to know what we are entitled to know and what we want to know. This is especially true if the information disclosed on blogs could potentially be adverse to our well-being.
Ignorance is bliss, but knowledge is power.
"Information is the seed of an idea, and only grows when it's watered." --- Heinz V. Berger
Dan Abshear - Sat Dec 06, 02:08:00 PM CST
- Rogue Medic said...
Dr. Wes,
It is impressive that you have taken such a strong stand against this abusive behavior. The temptation to give in, provide information on the anonymous commenter, and take down the post must have been tremendous. Even opposing this harassment, dealing with the costs, the lost time, and the stress, you still can not put it completely behind you.
There are not enough good people, like you, in the world.
Thank you. - Wed Dec 31, 09:24:00 PM CST


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If you are sick and tired of seeing politicians and others playing the race card, or if you are just disgusted with the grossly dishonest way racial issues in general are portrayed, then you should get a copy of Ann Coulter's new book, Mugged. Its subtitle is: "Racial Demagoguery from the Seventies to Obama."
Few things are as rare as an honest book about race. This is one of the very few, and one of the very best.
Many people will learn for the first time from Ann Coulter's book how a drunken hoodlum and ex-convict who tried to attack the police was turned into a victim and a martyr by the media simply by editing a videotape and broadcasting that edited version, over and over, across the nation.
They will learn how a jury — which saw the whole unedited videotape and acquitted the police officers of wrongdoing — was portrayed as racist, setting off riots that killed innocent people who had nothing to do with the Rodney King episode.
Meanwhile, the people whose slick editing set off this chain of events received a Pulitzer Prize.
Even the Republican president of the United States, George H. W. Bush, expressed surprise at the jury's verdict, after seeing the edited videotape, while the jury saw the whole unedited videotape. Even presidents should keep their mouths shut when they don't know all the facts. Perhaps especially presidents.
Innumerable other examples of racial events and issues that have been twisted and distorted beyond recognition are untangled and revealed for the frauds that they are in Mugged.
The whole history of the role of the Democrats and the Republicans in black-civil-rights issues is taken apart and examined, showing with documented fact after documented fact how the truth turns out repeatedly to be the opposite of what has been portrayed in most of the media.
It has long been a matter of official record that a higher percentage of Republicans than Democrats, in both Houses of Congress, voted for the landmark civil-rights legislation of the 1960s. Yet the great legend has come down to us that the Democrats created the civil-rights revolution over the opposition of the Republicans.
Since this all happened nearly half a century ago, even many Republicans today seem unaware of the facts, and are defensive about their party's role on racial issues, while Democrats boldly wrap themselves in the mantle of being blacks' only friends and defenders.
To puff up their role as defenders of blacks, it has been necessary for Democrats and their media supporters to hype the dangers of "racists." This has led to some very creative ways of defining and portraying people as racists. Mugged has a whole chapter titled "You Racist!" with examples of how extreme and absurd this organized name-calling can become.
No book about race would be complete without an examination of the role of character assassination in racial politics. One of the classic injustices revealed by Coulter's book is the case of Charles Pickering, a white Republican in Mississippi, who prosecuted the Imperial Wizard of the Ku Klux Klan in the 1960s.
Back in those days, opposing the Ku Klux Klan meant putting your life, and the lives of your family members, at risk. The FBI had to guard Pickering and his family. Later, Pickering went on to become a federal judge and, in 2001, President George W. Bush nominated him for promotion to the Circuit Court of Appeals.
As a Republican judge, Pickering was opposed by elite liberal Democrats in Congress and in the media who, in Coulter's words, "sent their children to 99-percent white private schools" while "Pickering sent his kids to overwhelmingly black Mississippi public schools."
Among the charges against Pickering was that he was bad on civil-rights issues. Older black leaders in Mississippi, who had known Pickering for years, sprang to his defense. But who cared what they said? Pickering's nomination was defeated on a smear.
Mugged is more than an informative book. It is a whole education about the difference between rhetoric and reality when it comes to racial issues. It is a much-needed — even urgently needed — education, with a national election just weeks away.
Review from The National Review, by Thomas Sowell
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More than 60 Russians linked to the death of an anti-corruption lawyer would be barred from the United States and its financial markets under a bill introduced in the Congress on Wednesday.
The measure says that sanctions would be lifted only after Russia brings to justice those responsible for the 2009 death of Sergei Magnitsky, a lawyer for what was once Russia's top equity fund, Hermitage.
But the bill, introduced by Senator Benjamin Cardin and Representative James McGovern, both Democrats, faces a steep climb to get passed before Congress completes its work for the year.
Human rights activists charge that Russian authorities subjected Magnitsky to conditions amounting to torture in a failed bid to force him to testify in their favor in a battle with Hermitage over a $234 million tax fraud scheme.
Magnitsky died after being repeatedly denied medical treatment in pre-trial detention. He had accused Russian officials of stealing the millions of tax dollars paid by his client.
A Democratic aide said the bill has drawn bipartisan interest and lawmakers might get to it when they return to Washington after the November 2 congressional election for what is expected to be a final few weeks of work.
"Nearly a year after Sergei's death, the leading figures in this scheme remain in power in Russia," said Cardin, who also chairs the human rights monitoring U.S. Helsinki Commission, an independent federal agency.
"If we expect any measure of justice in this case, we must act in the United States," said Cardin. "At the least, we can and should block these corrupt individuals from traveling and investing their ill-gotten money in our country."


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ATLANTA (AP) - A tiny magnetic bracelet implanted at the base of the throat is greatly improving life for some people with chronic heartburn who need more help than medicine can give them.
It's a novel way to treat severe acid reflux, which plagues millions of Americans and can raise their risk for more serious health problems.
It happens when a weak muscle doesn't close after swallowing as it should. That lets stomach juices splash back into the throat. Drugs like Nexium and Prilosec reduce acid. But they don't fix the underlying problem, called GERD, or gastroesophageal reflux disease.
Rodd Foster had it so bad he used to sleep sitting up to keep his dinner down. Tricia Carr worried she would develop complications like the one that killed her mother.
Both Californians got help from the new device, approved a year ago by the federal Food and Drug Administration and also sold in Europe.
The treatment was "life-changing," said Foster, a 61-year-old plumbing contractor from Canyon Country, Calif. "It's been 30 years since I've been able to eat normally and now I can eat anything anytime."
The Linx device, made by Torax Medical Inc., of St. Paul, Minn., is a ring of titanium beads with magnets inside. Doctors place it around the weak muscle at the base of the esophagus in a half-hour operation using a scope and "keyhole" incisions in the belly. The ring reinforces the weak muscle to keep it closed, yet is flexible and expands to let food pass when someone swallows. The ring comes in multiple sizes; it is about a half-inch in diameter and expands to about 1.5 inches. People don't feel it once it is implanted.
The device costs $5,000; the operation can run $12,000 to $20,000 depending on hospital charges, said Dr. John Lipham, a surgeon who offers it at the University of Southern California and at Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian in Newport Beach. Many insurers cover it for patients who are not helped enough by antacid medicines.
"It is a clever device," said another doctor who has used it — Dr. Donald Castell, a gastroenterologist at the Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston. The magnets "just bolster a little bit the pressure that is normally there" and help seal off the stomach juices, he said.
Both doctors consult for Torax. A third expert with no financial ties to the company — Dr. Daniel DeMarco of Baylor University Medical Center in Dallas — said early results with the device have been "very impressive." But only time will tell if they hold up for many years, he said.
As many as 20 million Americans have GERD. It's not just a quality-of-life issue: Chronic acid reflux can raise the risk of a condition called Barrett's esophagus, which in turn can raise the risk of throat cancer.
"No one doubts that reflux should be treated," but most people get enough relief from acid-lowering medicines, said Dr. Brian Reid. He's director of the Barrett's esophagus program at Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center in Seattle.
Antacids didn't work for Carr, a 54-year-old nurse.
"You're having a wonderful time and all of a sudden it hurts. It's horrible," she said. Her mother had a serious complication from chronic reflux — lung scarring that led to her death. "So I really was anxious about having my GERD fixed," Carr said.
Lipham gave a presentation on the device at a staff training session at Hoag, the Newport Beach hospital where Carr works.
"After his talk I went right over to him and said, 'I need one of those things,'" she said. The device, which she received in October at the USC hospital in Los Angeles, "completely fixed it immediately," she said of her reflux.
A side benefit: She eats more slowly and chews her food more to avoid swallowing problems that some people have right after surgery. And she said that has helped her drop 10 pounds.
Lipham and other doctors recently published a study of the device in 100 patients in the New England Journal of Medicine. All had had reflux for at least 10 years and were getting worse despite using antacids.
After having the magnetic ring implanted, acid measured in their throats greatly decreased. Quality of life improved substantially for 92 percent, and within one year, 86 percent no longer needed acid-lowering medicines.
The most frequent side effect was difficulty swallowing, which occurred in 68 percent of patients right after surgery. That dropped to 11 percent after one year and 4 percent after three years.
Six of the 100 had to have the device removed. In three it was because swallowing problems persisted. Other problems prompted removal in the others.
The device is available so far in 24 states.


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I fear that I went too easy on Mitt Romney with regard to his high school bullying escapades. It's not the incident itself that troubles me — though it was, obviously, outrageous and disgraceful — so much as his current response: He doesn't remember it. This is patent nonsense. How could he not remember it? Obviously he remembers it, or he wouldn't have been so quick to issue his blanket apology yesterday for any and all hurt he may have caused at Cranbrook. And this transparent fudge once again raises questions about his character.
It comes during the same week that he claims credit for saving the auto industry, even though he opposed the bailout that made possible the structured bankruptcy he favored. It comes the same week that he expresses his opposition to gay marriage, even though he promised to be a more aggressive proponent of gay rights than Ted Kennedy when he ran for the Senate in 1994 — of course, it's possible that Romney has evolved in the opposite direction as President Obama, and most Americans, on this issue, but I doubt it. It seems a day can't go by without some Romney embarrassment or bald-faced reversal of a former position.
I'm still waiting for the moment when Romney actually tells the truth about something difficult. He could have said, "You know, I've been troubled by the Cranbrook episode for most of my life, and I feel relieved, in a way, that it's come out now. I did a really stupid and terrible thing. Teenage boys sometimes do such things and deserve to be punished for them. What I most regret is that I never apologized to John and won't be able to now that he's gone, but let me apologize to his family and friends. Bullying is unacceptable under any circumstances. It is especially unacceptable when prejudice — against one's race, ethnicity or sexual orientation — is involved. If elected President, I will try to atone for my teenage behavior by campaigning against bullying all across this country. What I did back then should be an example of how not to behave. I hope we can all learn from this. I know I have."
Instead, Romney has a near perfect record of cowardice, obfuscation and downright lies. It shows enormous disrespect for the intelligence of the public.


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Although it may seem like a waste of time and money to make an appointment with a Derry boiler maintenance professional when your boiler is functioning well, a regular maintenance check will save on repair bills in the long run and keep the boiler running efficiently. Regular maintenance can increase the life of a boiler and also help engineers diagnose potential problems early which can save on costly repairs. In addition, regular boiler maintenance can reduce energy costs and most importantly, detect dangerous carbon monoxide leaks that could be fatal.
It is important to contract with a Gas Safe registered engineer for any Derry boiler maintenance project. Costs for the service may vary depending on what maintenance services are needed and what the engineer finds during the basic inspection. If parts need to be ordered and installed, that could result in extra expenses as well. This is all the more reason to use our free quote service to obtain quotes from licensed professionals.
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Boiler maintenance professionals use large high-volume vacuum systems to remove ash and other debris from the boiler parts. They may also use high pressure water blasting equipment to descale or remove mineral buildup and contaminates from the boiler walls. Small boilers do not require as much equipment as they may be cleaned quickly with a hand brush. Whatever services are needed, a qualified Gas Registered boiler engineer from our network of experts will be able to do the job.
Paying no attention to a boiler until it malfunctions can result in excessive costs for replacing parts or even replacing the entire boiler. An annual checkup by a boiler maintenance professional can not only prevent expensive repairs or replacement costs, but can actually save money year round by making the boiler operate more efficiently. Going year after year without having regular maintenance performed on a boiler will cause it to be less energy efficient. Problems like buildup of corrosion will compound each year resulting in higher overall energy costs. In contrast, regular yearly maintenance can reduce monthly utility bills and extend the life of the boiler by as much as 5 to 10 years.
A boiler's flue is a metal tube that comes from the top of the boiler and connects to the wall. The purpose of the flue is to carry waste gas away from the boiler and to the air outside. A poorly maintained flue that has developed holes or loose joints could begin to leak carbon monoxide which would endanger anyone in the vicinity. The flue is one of the most important components of a boiler and it is vital that it be in good working condition at all times.
While it is possible for basic boiler-related tasks such as understanding how your unit works, checking its pressure and bleeding your home's radiators to be done as DIY tasks, it is not recommended that more intricate tasks be tackled in this manner. In fact, if your boiler starts to make unusual noises or its pressure isn't remaining constant, it is recommended that you enlist the help of Derry Gas Safe boiler engineers as soon as possible. This will help prevent further damage from being done to the unit and possibly even extend its lifespan as well.
Boiler maintenance can only extend the life and efficiency of your boiler if you have it done often. How often your boiler will need to be cleaned and maintained depends on several factors such as your usage, the type of boiler you have, and the manufacturer's recommendations. In most cases, your local boiler servicing companies can provide you with manufacturer's guidelines for maintenance, and they can even schedule your maintenance visits. In most cases, though, you should have your boiler maintained every year at a minimum - and more often if you use your boiler frequently.
Annual boiler safety inspections are crucial for the health and safety of people living in a home or office building. Boiler maintenance Derry experts look for tiny cracks in the heat exchanger which can also allow carbon monoxide to seep into a home or building and sicken or kill the inhabitants. At least 50 deaths in the UK each year can be attributed to faulty boilers. This is why it is so important to have a Gas Safe registered engineer perform boiler maintenance services on an annual basis.
Several homeowners think that all Derry boiler specialists will be able to perform maintenance on all types of boiler units. However, this is not always the case. Before agreeing to let a particular engineer perform maintenance on your boiler unit, it is not only essential to ensure that they are Gas Safe registered; it is also crucial to ensure that they have experience working on your particular boiler. This will enable them to detect problems before they turn into expensive repairs down the line.
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If you believe there is a problem with your boiler then you should switch it off and call for professional assistance. The engineer chosen to perform any maintenance work will ensure that all necessary precautions are taken with regards to safety.
Checking the pipes for rust, cleaning the coils and oiling the machine can easily be done as DIY projects. Just be sure to take all proper safety precautions first.
Boiler maintenance will depend on the type of boiler and the area where your home is located. In general, though, the cost of boiler maintenance will be £80-£180. Some companies may offer a discount for scheduled maintenance visits throughout the year.
Boiler maintenance should be done at least once per year, preferably before the Winter season when the boiler will be used the most. Post-Winter season maintenance should also be considered to make sure that heavy use has not damaged the system.
If you have a traditional water tank, you may drain and fill it occasionally to remove sediment. Self-maintenance is not recommended on combi boilers, due to the complexity of these systems.
Put simply, you are most likely not licensed or certified to perform any repairs or maintenance on your boiler unit. This means that in the event of it malfunctioning and causing damage or injuries, you could find yourself having to pay hefty fines.
This depends on the company you choose. Some companies offer boiler flushing and maintenance in an all-in-one package, but others offer each service separately. It's important to be specific in your quote request so you can receive accurate quotes for the types of maintenance you need, especially if it involves a complete flush.
In short, your boiler is a piece of machinery. This means that it requires regular servicing and maintenance to ensure that it continues operating optimally. Failure to service these units regularly will result in them malfunctioning more often than they should, which will in turn shorten their lifespan considerably.
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Replacing shocks can maximize the performance of your entire suspension system. The components in your suspension system interact and depend on each other. Shock absorbers and brakes work together to help your vehicle stop as soon as possible upon engaging the brake pedal. Worn shocks mean your vehicle is less likely to stop exactly when and where you want. In fact, bad shocks can increase your stopping distance by up to 10 feet. Worn shock absorbers will cause your vehicle to dive when braking. With a set of bad shocks, you may experience problems like bounce, body roll, sway, and other unexpected movements in your suspension system. Healthy shocks improve braking and handling, making your vehicle easier to control. Replacing front and rear shocks as necessary will help promote a safe road for everyone.
Shock absorbers are components in your vehicle's suspension system that help your tires remain in contact with the surface of the road. They dampen the impact of road force and absorb the rebound of springs and other suspension components. Front and rear shocks are designed to adjust to driving conditions, like bumps, potholes, and sudden maneuvers. They also reduce bounce rate, sway, and brake dive or acceleration squat. Modern day shocks are velocity-sensitive, which means that the faster the springs and other suspension components are moving, the more resistance provided by the shocks. Hydraulic shocks convert kinetic energy from the springs into thermal energy that the hydraulic fluid inside each shock absorbs and dissipates. When the suspension system bounces, hydraulic fluid is forced through holes inside the piston. This slows the compression of the piston, thereby slowing down spring and suspension movement. While hydraulic and gas shocks are the most common types of shocks used on vehicles today, some vehicles also use electronic and air shocks.


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Touched by an angel
The story is long and convoluted. I'll let you read it first before I post my opinion.
PITTSBURGH — The story has more irony than a Greek tragedy. Three sisters from a devoutly Catholic family have seen their personal and political careers ruined by a scandal that began with, of all things, a letter to some nuns.
Thursday's conviction of suspended state Supreme Court Justice Joan Orie Melvin along with her aide and sister, Janine Orie, on campaign corruption charges mean they might join a third sister — former state Sen. Jane Orie — in state prison. No sentencing date has been set.
The former senator was sentenced last year to 2½ to 10 years for using her state-paid staff to run her campaigns, though she was acquitted of having them campaign for Melvin, then a lower appellate court judge, who was running for the Supreme Court in 2003 and 2009. Joan Orie Melvin and Janine Orie were convicted in a spinoff investigation and found guilty of similarly misusing Melvin's former staff and the senator's.
Even before the convictions, their careers — and the family from which they sprang — were extraordinary.
Dr. John Orie, now 90, and his late wife, Jean, raised nine children including five attorneys, Joan and Jane among them; two cardiologists; a teacher; and a human resources manager, Janine, who worked for her sister Joan Orie Melvin in the lower Superior Court before moving up with her to the Supreme Court.
"It's all pretty unbelievable," said John Burkoff, a university of Pittsburgh law professor who has closely followed the cases. "Whatever you thought about the Orie sisters, whether you liked or didn't like them, you have to look at all of this as tragic."
Jim Roddey is a prominent businessman who heads the Republican Party in Allegheny County, where Republicans are outnumbered more than 2 to 1 by Democrats and where Pittsburgh, the county seat, hasn't elected a GOP mayor since the Great Depression.
Before 2010, when Republican Tom Corbett was elected governor, Jane Orie was the state Senate majority whip — the highest-ranking elected Republican politician not just in Pennsylvania, but also of several states in the Northeast, Roddey said. And Melvin, elected in November 2009, was one of seven members of the state's highest court.
And now? Jane Orie resigned her Senate seat in May, and Melvin's status on the state's highest court figures to change, one way or another.
State lawmakers have already asked her to resign or face articles of impeachment. If those are approved by the state House, Melvin would be tried by the Senate, which could remove her from office if she hasn't already been removed by the state's Court of Judicial Discipline.
Now that she has been convicted, Melvin has 30 days to respond to charges of misconduct filed with that court by the state's Judicial Conduct Board. If it is determined Melvin has violated professional conduct rules or the state Constitution, or brought disrepute to the judiciary, the court can remove her from office.
Melvin's criminal defense attorneys and her disciplinary court attorney didn't return calls Friday.
The Ories have argued the prosecution is the result of a political vendetta by Allegheny County District Attorney Stephen Zappala Jr., a Democrat, who has repeatedly denied ulterior motives.
When the investigation first became public in late 2009, the sisters claimed they were being targeted because Zappala's family has interests in legalized gambling, which the Ories opposed expanding in Pennsylvania.
The allegations grew uglier, when Melvin — after it was known Sen. Orie was being investigated but before the justice was charged — called for an audit of two child care centers that paid kickbacks to two judges in northeastern Pennsylvania's Luzerne County who sent troubled youths to the facilities. The facilities were co-owned by Gregory Zappala, the prosecutor's brother, who was never charged in the scheme and has repeatedly denied wrongdoing.
To this day, some Orie supporters still believe those politics — not justice — drove the prosecution.
Roddey acknowledges the sisters' success in a politically hostile environment has something to do with that chatter.
"That's part of it," Roddey said. "But the other half of the equation is that her prosecutor was Stephen Zappala, and Joan's biggest public battle was she chastised the Supreme Court for what happened in Luzerne County."
Whatever the motivations, two juries have now found enough evidence to bring the overachieving siblings from triumph to tragedy despite a raft of supporters — Sen. Orie spent $420 on a chartered bus to bring 50 character witnesses to her trial — and, even, efforts to seek divine intervention.
During the investigation, which centered on the sisters' emails, prosecutors stumbled onto messages Sen. Orie and Melvin sent to the "angel lady," a Philadelphia psychic who read her client's written questions aloud before claiming to receive a whispered answer from an angel.
The senator and justice sought assurances from the $85-an-hour medium that Zappala's investigation wouldn't result in criminal charges.
But rather than being touched by an angel, the sisters were undone by some nuns.
That happened in late October 2009 — days before Melvin won her Supreme Court seat — when a Senate intern complained to Zappala that Sen. Orie's staff was doing campaign work for Melvin.
The complaint centered on a letter Sen. Orie wrote on Melvin's campaign stationery asking Pittsburgh-area nuns to vote for Melvin.
When Orie and Melvin learned of the whistleblowing intern, the senator had a staffer prepare another letter — a "cover-up" letter, according to prosecutors. This time, Sen. Orie — on her own stationery — spoke about civic events of interest to nuns but didn't mention Melvin.
Prosecutors contend the letter was created to make it appear the intern was simply mistaken about what she saw and was never mailed. Eventually, Sen. Orie's and Melvin's staffs told a grand jury about other illegal campaign work done in Orie's Senate offices and Melvin's chambers.
"Frankly, it's a smart group of people. How could they put themselves in this kind of situation?" Burkoff said. "This is the kind of thing we'll be puzzling about for years."
Jackson reported from Harrisburg, Pa.
BTW - this seems to have some connection to another story I heard previously about a judge who sent kids to "youth prison" because it profited him, but I'll need to do some more research.
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Science works, it makes the invisible sky daddy claim even more absurd.
When I heard Nancy Regan had influence over her husband's decisions by using a fucking astrologer I dug a deep hole and crawled in to it. I actually thought we would go to war with Russia.
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On a much lesser note, I was flipping through ABBA videos and Agnetha did an interview on a TV station and during it an astrologer gave her advice. UGGGGG.
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The Lower Hudson Valley has long been considered the epicenter for Lyme disease in New York state. As a result, most Dutchess County residents are well acquainted with the disease.
They know it's spread by a tick bite, they perform tick checks after spending time in the forested and brushy habitats ticks prefer, and they consult with a physician if they develop a bull's-eye rash or fever with accompanying muscle pain.
Disease transmission spikes in the summer, reflecting the peak in feeding by nymphal ticks and human outdoor activity. On the whole, the number of infections and the disease's range is increasing.
Could climate change be playing a role? To understand the impact of a warming climate on Lyme disease, it's helpful to reflect on the history of this tick-borne illness.
When Lyme disease was first discovered in the 1970s in southern New England and New York, scientists identified a new bacterium (Borrelia burgdorferi) that causes the disease. They also thought they had found a new species of tick that transmits the bacteria, which they gave the common name "deer tick" (scientific name Ixodes dammini).
The scientists then set out to describe the ecology of this "new" tick. They found them predominantly in coastal areas, and they found many of the ticks feeding on white-tailed deer, hence the common name. They concluded from these early studies that the ticks, and thus Lyme disease, were limited to climates near the coast.
At the same time, it was found that it was easy to kill ticks in the lab by subjecting them to extreme temperatures (low or high) and low humidity. Scientists began to suspect global warming might spread the warm, coastal conditions the tick preferred, causing Lyme disease to spread inland and to higher elevations. Ecological and climatic models also supported this hypothesis.
Evidence debunks theory
Three decades later, it's evident Lyme disease has, and is continuing to, spread dramatically in eastern North America. But the evidence now indicates the early models used to predict the disease's spread were too simple and sometimes flat-out wrong.
Why were they wrong and why is Lyme disease spreading? First, it turns out there is no such thing as a "deer tick." The tick found where Lyme disease emerged was not a new species, but rather a northern population of a species that has been known to science for 150 years.
This species is the blacklegged tick (Ixodes scapularis). Blacklegged ticks range from Georgia and the Carolinas to Texas and Oklahoma, up to Minnesota and Wisconsin and into the mid-Atlantic and New England states. Clearly, they can live in a broad range of climatic conditions.
Second, although it's true Lyme disease has moved inland, northward and to higher altitudes, as would be expected under climate warming, it has also spread south from coastal New England into Maryland and Virginia.
And third, blacklegged ticks are sophisticated little creatures that can seek protection from extreme climatic conditions in the soil or under leaf litter. So they're fairly well buffered against cold winters or dry summers. We know very little about which climate extremes are important causes of mortality.
So, what is the role of climate in the spread of Lyme disease? The short answer is, we don't yet know.
It's highly likely the geographic range of the blacklegged tick is limited at high latitudes and high elevations by extreme cold. And climate change is pushing northward and upward into the zone of extreme cold. So we should expect the geographic boundaries of Lyme disease to move northward and upslope.
But the spread over the past 30 years seems to have been caused more by the movements of host animals — especially larger mammals: raccoons, skunks and deer and migratory birds — which can move ticks miles in a few days.
So the emerging picture is that highly mobile hosts are constantly introducing ticks into new environments. Whether these new tick populations persist or die out depends in part on climatic conditions. Climate change is making their survival in northern, higher elevation areas more and more likely.
More research in this area is needed before we can confidently make predictions.
What we do know is that Lyme disease, which has been a serious problem in the Hudson Valley for decades, is now spreading throughout the state's northern and central reaches.


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CHICAGO (AP) — The Chicago Sun-Times is reporting that its film critic Roger Ebert has died. He was 70.
The paper says on its website the Pulitzer Prize-winning film critic died Thursday.
Ebert was known for his thumbs-up, thumbs-down TV reviews that influenced moviegoers across the nation.
On Wednesday, he had announced on his blog that he was undergoing radiation treatment after a recurrence of cancer.
Ebert was diagnosed with thyroid cancer in 2002 and later had surgery for cancer of the salivary gland. He lost his chin and his ability to speak. But he later resumed writing full-time and eventually even returned to television.
Ebert started as a film critic for the Chicago Sun-Times in 1967. In 1975 he became the first movie reviewer to get the Pulitzer Prize for criticism.
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Two reports released on the eve of a White House visit by Pakistan's prime minister allege that the U.S. has "violated international law with top-secret targeted-killing operations that claimed dozens of civilian lives in Yemen and Pakistan," as McClatchy Newspapers writes.
In one of the reports, Amnesty International says that:
"Based on what officials from the [Obama] administration have stated publicly, and what has been reliably reported by news media, current U.S. policy and practices for the intentional use of lethal force against terrorism suspects and other people who happen to be near such suspects appear to go far beyond what international human rights law permits. Indeed, from what has been publicly disclosed, the policy and its implementation seem simply to disregard international protections for the right to life and the prohibition of the arbitrary deprivation of life. In at least some cases, the policy appears to allow for unlawful killings referred to in human rights terms as 'extra-legal, arbitrary and summary executions' or 'extrajudicial executions.' "
NPR's Philip Reeves reports from London that Amnesty International examined 45 drone strikes on targets in Pakistan from January 2012 through September of this year. The organization focused particularly on nine incidents, Phil added, including one in which "18 laborers were killed when a missile crashed into their tent and a second missile struck those who came to help."
The other report comes from a similar organization, Human Rights Watch. It concludes that U.S. airstrikes "against alleged terrorists in Yemen have killed civilians in violation of international law ... creating a public backlash that undermines US efforts against al-Qaida in the Arabian Peninsula."
The organization says that "during six weeks in Yemen in 2012-2013, Human Rights Watch researchers interviewed more than 90 people about the strikes including witnesses, relatives of those killed, lawyers, human rights defenders, and government officials. Human Rights Watch reviewed evidence including ordnance and videos from attack sites. Security concerns prevented visits to four of the attack areas."
As McClatchy writes, President Obama "and senior U.S. officials have defended targeted killings as legal under U.S. and international laws." The targets, officials say, have been terrorists who pose threats to the U.S. or its allies, and others who support the terrorists.
Still, the newspaper group adds, "in a speech last May, the president outlined a broad legal 'framework' for continuing the operations, while asserting that he wanted to scale them back amid an outcry that civilian casualties have fueled anti-U.S. extremism."
In August, Secretary of State John Kerry said the U.S. hopes to soon end drone strikes on targets in Pakistan. "The program will end as we have eliminated most of the threat and continue to eliminate it," Kerry told Pakistan TV. "I think the president has a very real timeline and we hope it's going to be very, very soon."
Pakistani Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif is due at the White House Wednesday.
On Morning Edition, NPR's Reeves said the prime minister is expected to "use this occasion to press for an end" to the drone strikes. But, he added, "there's a difference between the public and the private positions of senior Pakistani government officials on this issue. Some senior figures in government and in the army are known to have in the past privately supported drone strikes. And, indeed, a certain element of the Pakistani public actually feels the same way."
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