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CBS, Bloomberg and USA Today are among the nine news sources covering the Lilly Zyprexa off-label fiasco. I am pleased to see this finally come to light, but for so many it is too late and for others it leaves them wondering if they should ask their health care professional to stop the drug. While it is true that Lilly misrepresented and mismarketed the drug to elderly dementia patients, it is sometimes useful to people with dementia.
In support groups it is common for caregivers to rattle off the names of the drugs their loved one is on. As a facilitator in these groups I am unable to comment on whether a drug is appropriate or not because I am not the medical provider, simply the social worker. I have often been "caught" reacting with a facial expression when someone mentions the newer, high-powered anti-psychotics (Zyprexia, Risperdal, and Clozaril). The reason behind this is my years of work with the chronically, severely, mentally ill. These drugs represented a new line of hope for people faced with shuffling gait and numbed brains in order to combat their schizophrenia. Some of my patients returned to a life they had simply never thought possible. The drugs were miracle drugs. And then, as so often happens in US society with its pill happy culture, the drugs began being prescribed for other conditions. That's when the trouble started.
Atypical antipsychotics are not for the feint of heart. Neither should they be a first line resource for those dealing with agitation and hallucinations in dementia. As far back as 2006 the New England Journal of Medicine was saying the "Conclusions Adverse effects offset advantages in the efficacy of atypical antipsychotic drugs for the treatment of psychosis, aggression, or agitation in patients with Alzheimer's disease. (ClinicalTrials.gov number, NCT00015548)" So why have so many patients in my support groups been prescribed these drugs in the ensuing years? The answer (anecdotally) is a mixture of physicians trying to help with an illness for which there are a myriad of symptoms and no set protocol and caregivers and families desperate to "do something". When a patient is agitated, sometimes to the point of physical violence against a family member or care provider in a nursing home, the staff, physicians and family are all quick to respond with a chemical restraint. Years ago this was Thorizine; today it is one of the atypical antipsychotics. It certainly stops the behaviors, but most often renders elderly patients sleepy zombies.
Are sleepy zombies the goal? Is a caregiver so desperate to have their family member remain at home that they are willing to over medicate? Sometimes yes, medication is less expensive than full time skilled nursing. Losing skill nursing and returning the patient to home with a caregiver ill prepared to deal with them is just as wrong. Medication is a quick and relatively easy fix. Though it is not without its risks of early death, aspiration due to decreased swallowing and gag reflex and, of course, the heavy burden of cost.
Careful choices are the best I can tell caregivers in a meeting. Risperdal and Zyprexia may give caregivers the time they need to make difficult long-term care decisions. The drugs are entirely appropriate when an Alzheimer's patient has a concurrent diagnosis of schizophrenia, but as research has proved, are not a first line of defense for most people suffering from delusions as a result of a dementing illness.


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• Please call ahead if you are looking for a specific item
Carolina Rustica has grown its brick and mortar retail business from a small brick home in historic downtown Concord to a 20,000 sf shopping destination in Gibson Mill. The mill is a uniquely American story, having opened over 100 years ago as a textile plant for Cannon Mills. We are proud to be associated with the revitalization of this important architectural and industrial landmark. We have two charming galleries, which allows us to showcase a great selection of top quality items for your home from our excellent furniture and lighting suppliers. When you enter our store, we hope you will feel like you are entering a new world of design possibilities, with our unique blend of high end furniture, upholstery, and lighting. We also have specialists on hand to help you with any of your decorating questions and needs.
Our galleries feature furniture from Stanley, Kincaid, Hooker, Paula Deen, AICO, Century, Lexington Furniture, Bernhardt Furniture, Hickory White, Schnadig, and Habersham and more. We also have a mattress gallery for our parent company, US-Mattress.com. We're happy to help you find exactly what you're looking for even if it's not on our showroom floor, with the same quality customer service we're known for here at Carolina Rustica!
Whatever your decorating or furnishing needs, please come by our galleries if you are in the neighborhood. We'd love to meet you!
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On McGill Ave, look for the huge brick mill with a large parking lot in front. Carolina Rustica is there on the ground floor.

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Dear BRC Action Alert Subscriber,
Folks in Northeast Oregon probably know that the previous Forest Supervisor, Monica J. Schwalbach, has been sent packing. That's certainly good news.
The new Supervisor, Kevin Martin, has (probably wisely) decided to delay the planned "community engagement workshops" the Forest was going to have on travel management scheduled for September. Martin says he is committed to being an active participant in the local communities.
According to the Wallowa-Whitman National Forest Press Release, Martin will be "reaching out" to county commissioners and other elected officials, Tribal governments, interest groups, community organizations, individuals and employees to appreciate and gain a better understanding of what has been happening in regards to travel management. He will also need to familiarize himself with the Wallowa Whitman National Forest he now manages.
Here is where you come in...
We put "reaching out" in quotes because we can never take our access for granted. All OHV and snowmobile clubs and organizations in the region should "reach out" to him. Let him know your concerns, and, if appropriate, let him know what trails and areas you ride in and why they must be kept accessible.
Martin has committed to make the community engagement workshops "an open and transparent process, and scheduled at times when most people will be able to attend." He says his goal is to not only learn about the travel management plan but also to listen to the concerns of the public.
Keep an eye on the USFS webpage for schedule information on the workshops and releases to local newspapers and radio stations.
Please feel free to contact Acting Public Affairs Officer, Jodi Kramer, at 541-523-1246 or Public Affairs Specialist, Matt Burks, at 541-523-1246 if you have any questions.
As always, please call or email if you have any questions or comments.
Ric Foster
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BlueRibbon Coalition
208-237-1008 ext 107
Forest leader: 'I need to listen'
Forest postpones travel plan meetings
The BlueRibbon Coalition is a national recreation group that champions responsible recreation, and encourages individual environmental stewardship. With members in all 50 states, BRC is focused on building enthusiast involvement with organizational efforts through membership, outreach, education, and collaboration among recreationists. 1-800-BlueRib - www.sharetrails.org
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Land Use Coordinator
WOHVA Board member
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Don't put a lot of faith in the "reaching out". We can't get any class II (4x4) action out of Umatilla. It falls on deaf ears. I have been trying for the past 8 years. Look for it to remain pretty much intact as is with some very minor changes to make it seen like a little less bitter pill. Kevin is there on a temporary basis to get it ironed out, then back home to Umatilla.
Notice the "acting" in all these folks titles. That will tell you where it is going to go. They will do the deed and beat feet for home waters as soon as it is signed .
1981 Cherokee W/T, 360, T-18, Warn 8274 in custom bumper/deer strainer (tested and approved)
1988 Cherokee 4 door, 3" Rancho lift, custom sliders/steps, custom roof rack, custom camo paint, custom camo headliner, custom bumpers and Warn 9500 HS, 31-10.50's
Only 31's, but can drag self with either rig
BLM John Day/Snake RAC-OHV/Recreation Representative
Wolfpack 4x4's - Region 5 - "Cave Lupum"
Pres.- Outcast Land Use Review Team
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On Saturday there was an article in our local paper (Albany Democrat Herald) that the Baker City Herald reports that there may be no change in the TMP until 2016. The Observer (location??) reported that they got about 3300 letters, most form letters in favor of closures, many of the rest were detailed objections. USFS says next step will be more accurate maps of the roads.
Now for the teeth in the hindquarters......USFS has said the next round will be to get down to a road system that is sustainable with funding available for upkeep. That is supposed to start this year and be done by 2015/16. My guess is the new TMP will include this next step in it, and kill two birds with one set of closures.
1981 Cherokee W/T, 360, T-18, Warn 8274 in custom bumper/deer strainer (tested and approved)
1988 Cherokee 4 door, 3" Rancho lift, custom sliders/steps, custom roof rack, custom camo paint, custom camo headliner, custom bumpers and Warn 9500 HS, 31-10.50's
Only 31's, but can drag self with either rig
BLM John Day/Snake RAC-OHV/Recreation Representative
Wolfpack 4x4's - Region 5 - "Cave Lupum"
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Samsung Galaxy S is one of the largest selling Android smartphone. Samsung managed to sell more than 10 million units of the powerful Galaxy S. This handset originally runs on the Android 2.1 (Eclair) Operating System, but it was later updated to Android 2.2 (Froyo) OS. Samsung India already confirmed that, the Galaxy S will get the Android 2.3 Gingerbread update by the end of this month. And now, we have a good news for the Samsung Galaxy S owners in India.
Samsung has finally started rolling out the Android 2.3.3 update for the Galaxy S in India. Some of my friends have already started receiving this update for their Galaxy S smartphone. This update is numbered DDJV6 and it is currently available only via Samsung Kies. Sadly, this update is not available via OTA (Over-The-Air).
This update will upgrade the Samsung Galaxy S to Android 2.3.3 (Gingerbread) and it will bring a lot of improvements and bug fixes. Samsung is also expected to update its first tablet device, the Samsung Galaxy Tab to Android Gingerbread OS before the end of Q2 of 2011. On the other hand, Samsung Galaxy SL will receive the Android 2.3 update during the first or second week of July. Stay tuned for more updates.
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Paintings, Wedgwood and Chinese ceramics.
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The Titanic, life at sea and Liverpool's port.
This museum tells the story of Liverpool with diverse exhibits housed in a stunning building.
Liverpool's history and popular culture.
Explore a Victorian merchant's house with its period furniture and beautiful paintings.
Paintings, vintage fashion and furniture.
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Jimmy Haslam is officially the owner of the Browns, and that means things are changing in the front office.
Browns President Mike Holmgren will retire at the end of this season, ESPN's Adam Schefter reports. That's no surprise: Given the lack of success the Browns have had under Holmgren, it would have been much more surprising if a new owner had kept Holmgren in town. Although this is being termed a retirement, it's unlikely that Haslam would have given Holmgren the option of staying to run the draft and free agency in 2013.
And as expected, former Eagles President Joe Banner is the Browns' new CEO effective immediately. That means Banner is the new boss of both General Manager Tom Heckert and head coach Pat Shurmur. Barring a major turnaround this season, it would seem highly likely that Banner and Haslam will bring in their own guys after the season, and that Heckert and Shurmur will be on the way out as well. Heckert and Shurmur have the advantage that they were with Banner in Philadelphia, but it may be a tough sell for a new owner to keep a coach and G.M. who went 4-12 last year and have started 1-5 this year.
The reality in the NFL is that owners don't spend a billion dollars so they can let someone else's choice run their football teams. As soon as Haslam made the deal to buy the team, the writing was on the wall for the men running the team. Big changes are coming in Cleveland.


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2011 Four Wheeler of the Year
Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. Lexus GX 460 vs. Land Rover LR4
We love when we have Of The Year tests with such equally matched competitors, as was the case with this year's test. Going into the competition, there was no clear favorite in the minds of the staff. Each of these vehicles has won our Four Wheeler of the Year test with a previous iteration, making this one of the most closely matched shootouts in recent memory.
The eligibility requirements are the same as always. Each vehicle is invited to participate based on it being all new or substantially revised for the upcoming model year. Each vehicle is also required to have a two-speed transfer case, have a production run of at least 1,500 vehicles available in the U.S., and must be on sale by January 15, 2011.
For 2011, we tested the Jeep Grand Cherokee, Land Rover LR4, and Lexus GX 460. Also invited was the Infiniti QX56, which is now based on the overseas Nissan Patrol platform, but Infiniti was unable to supply us with a vehicle in time for our test.
We score each of the vehicles based on a testing criteria of five weighted categories that include Trail Performance (30%), Empirical (25%), On-Pavement (20%), Interior (15%), and Exterior (10%).
This year's competition took the field on a 1,000-mile tour of Southern California, encompassing everything from desert terrain to twisty mountain roads. A week of rotating in and out of each of the vehicles culminated in the results you see here.
The Field
Starting out with the priciest of our V-8-powered trio was the Land Rover LR4 HSE. Beginning at $47,650, our tester was loaded to the hilt with an as-tested price of $62,115. For that money you get a silky smooth 375hp, 375 lb-ft 5.0L DOHC V-8 engine, backed by an equally impressive ZF six-speed automatic transmission. The Land Rover LR4 comes equipped with full-time four-wheel drive with an all-independent air suspension system, and the optional Heavy Duty package on our tester added a rear-locking differential to the 3.54:1 gearing.
Sharing a platform with our 2010 FWOTY-winning Toyota 4Runner, and being the only vehicle in FWOTY history to win back-to-back titles, the Lexus GX 460 had some big shoes to fill. Our Lexus GX tester was a 2010 model (it wasn't available in time for last year's test; neither was the LR4), so the base pricing of $51,970 may not reflect 2011 pricing. Options brought the total to $57,619 and included the all-new 4.6L DOHC V-8 with 301 horsepower and 329 lb-ft of torque. An Aisin six-speed automatic transmission and full-time four-wheel drive system with a lockable center differential routes power through 3.90:1 gearing.
The most affordable vehicle in the test was the reinvigorated Jeep Grand Cherokee. Now featuring four-wheel independent air suspension, Jeep is hoping the Grand Cherokee will appeal to a broader customer base, leaving the solid-axled Wrangler Unlimited for the hardcore customer. Our tester was an Overland model with the 5.7L Hemi OHV V-8 making 360 horsepower and 390 lb-ft of torque. Power flows from the engine to the full-time four-wheel drive system through a five-speed automatic transmission and 3.47:1 gearing. Our Jeep Grand Cherokee came with an Electronic Limited Slip Differential (ELSD) in the rear as part of the Quadra Drive II package.
Instrument Testing
Our track testing took place on the abandoned runways at the former El Toro Marine Base in Orange County, California, which gave us plenty of room for acceleration and braking assessments. Unfortunately, the Land Rover was not delivered in time for our instrument testing, and therefore did not score any points in acceleration, braking or RTI portions of the test.
With the Jeep and Lexus present and accounted for, we began our acceleration testing. The Jeep hit 60 mph in 7.97 seconds, with the Lexus out in front with a run of 7.77 seconds. In the quarter-mile, the Grand Cherokee made up some ground over the GX, posting a run of 16.05 seconds at 88.2 mph, compared to the Lexus run of 16.14 at 88.52 mph.
The GX again bested the Grand in 60-0 mph braking by scrubbing off speed in a satisfyingly short 129.95 feet. The Grand's shortest stopping distance was a still respectable but nearly 10-foot-longer distance of 138.20 feet.
Without our 20-degree ramp available this year, we improvised by using a forklift and a special formula that translates the lift height into a 20-degree ramp equivalent number. In no surprise, the rear solid axle-equipped Lexus proved flexier on our simulated RTI test, scoring a 435, while the adjustable air suspension-equipped Grand managed a 302 in the standard ride height configuration, and a 265 in the highest ride height setting.
With three V-8s, our observed fuel economy was directly related to the size of the engines. The 4.6L GX delivered 15.34 mpg, while the 5.0L LR4 delivered 14.47 mpg, and the 5.7L Grand, with one less tank recorded, was the thirstiest at 12.61 mpg.
Overall Impressions
The most changed vehicle in our test from its previous version was the Grand Cherokee. Riding on an all-new fully independent suspension platform with styling to match, the Jeep was praised for its athletic new look. Many of our testers felt the exterior was reminiscent of a European SUV. However, the high beltline was noted as reducing visibility in the Jeep.
On the inside, the previous interior, formed of the same grade of plastics that Rubbermaid settles on for its trash cans, has been replaced with truly world-class materials. Styling is thoroughly modern with understated luxury and a host of amenities. For less than $46,000 you get a leather-stitched dashboard, navigation and even heated rear seats. The real fun is getting in and grabbing the meaty wood-rimmed steering wheel that seems to have the same circumference as a baseball bat and feels just as good in the hand.
Hit the road and the Grand really shines. With Selec-Terrain in Sport mode, the Grand hunkers down, biases power to the rear and sacks the twisties like they are John Elway on the gridiron. It is truly a blast to drive in tight, winding stretches of road and is just as satisfying on wide straight portions of Interstate, where a taut ride and quiet interior work well to keep the occupants relaxed.
Overall the Grand is well thought out, with easy to understand switchgear and a level of value that undercuts the next-most expensive competitor by over $10,000.
The GX 460, by contrast, was a bit of a disappointment to the staff in the styling department. The once distinctive style of the GX series looks like a melted lozenge of its former self, with uninspired lines that left the staff wondering what happened to our beloved GX.
Inside, the GX is nice enough, with quality materials and a very executive-looking interior that has a mix of metal, leather, and wood. However, the Toyota roots are still evident, as it feels a half-step behind the others. Seats were as comfortable as anything in the test, and the quiet cabin bordered on a depravation chamber in its serenity and smooth ride. One tester feared the tranquil Lexus would cause him to nap at the wheel, but then discovered the great audio system to help keep him awake.
One place where there was no disagreement amongst testers was the Lexus' refined powertrain, with an engine that was eager to rev and well matched to the transmission. Passing power was immediate, and the Lexus never felt like it was in the wrong gear or breaking a sweat, despite having the smallest engine and least amount of power in the test.
The Lexus was noted for having solid steering and being far more dynamically capable on the road than the stability control would allow. To us, the GX seems like it would make a fantastic commuter. It always feels safe and in control, but rarely ever fun.
Unlike the Lexus and Grand, which only needed a quick tutorial with many of their controls being intuitive, the Land Rover requires a semester course in vehicle operation. The beautifully crafted LR4 interior is wrought with an array of buttons marked with hieroglyphics that aren't all easily deciphered. Simple interactions with the LR4 can be frustrating until you learn the shortcuts. This is not a car for the technology challenged.
Thanks to the boxy styling that manages to look both distinctive and modern, the LR4 has vast amounts of space inside. Slab sides and a tall greenhouse translate into 10-gallon hat headroom and plenty of cargo space. Expansive glass above and to the sides gives every passenger a front row view to the outside world, and a low beltline with narrow A-pillars provide the driver with unmatched visibility.
More refined than the LR3 it replaces, the LR4 keeps the great ride, but the vehicle feels better planted when pressed. The tall LR4 never feels top-heavy, but it does tend to get pushed around more on the highway by crosswinds. We also thought the LR4 steering was too quick, especially at highway speeds, netting comments in the logs about how the Land Rover felt twitchy on the highway.
Trail Testing
Not surprisingly, all of these vehicles perform well in the dirt. What was a surprise, however, was that the least trail-friendly rig was the solid rear-axle, body-on-frame Lexus with its lack of skidplating and overactive electronics. For example, on a steep fire road, a little slip from the inside rear tire on a turn would cause the GX to beep at the driver and the electronics to intervene.
We did manage to get the GX stuck in the sand once, where we discovered the lack of real tow hooks. There are tow points under the front, but they necessitate the use of a shackle for recovery. The hitch and plug also dangle vulnerably under the rear bumper, just waiting to catch on trail obstacles.
The GX is equipped with a fantastic Torsen limited-slip center differential that can be locked, but unlike its 4Runner cousin, it doesn't offer a rear locker. This didn't stop it from doing well on the Hill Climb, but the lack of Hill Descent Control (HDC) left it feeling outmatched by the others on the way down. Our tester was also devoid of Crawl Control, which is one feature that would have elevated its status in the dirt.
Part of the Grand Cherokee's new strategy for the dirt is Selec-Terrain. This knob, similar to the Land Rover Terrain Response system, allows the driver to access different vehicle parameters depending on the conditions the vehicle is driving in. Our testers felt that while it worked well, it wasn't quite as dialed in as the LR4.
Another aspect of the Grand that was not quite as refined as the LR4 was the air suspension. With limited travel at the highest setting, the vehicle would constantly get into the rebound springs, causing a normal but disconcerting "thunk" through the chassis, leaving the Grand feeling slightly unpolished in rocky or rough terrain.
Testers also missed the front ELSD from the previous generation Grand Cherokee. The 2011 model uses only a rear ELSD and relies on brake traction control (BTC) for the front. While the BTC works, it is not as immediate as we would like, and allows a certain amount of tire slip that hampers the Grand's climbing ability on loose, rocky surfaces. That being said, even with wheels in the air, the Grand never had problems getting enough traction to maintain forward momentum.
We did think that the Grand's HDC was the best in the bunch. It worked so well on steep slopes that it would sometimes bring the Grand to a complete stop. It does a great job of masking the Jeep's surprisingly high 28.3:1 crawl ratio.
A mechanical failure on our Grand caused a loss of front wheel drive, but not mobility. The occurrence happened to the Jeep on the last run of our Hill Climb, necessitating replacement of our vehicle (see sidebar on page 31).
Ironically, it was the Land Rover that felt the most Jeep-like on the trail, offering great sightlines, supple suspension and an overall polished feeling wherever it went. Terrain Response was amazingly dialed in, much better than in previous generations, and traction on loose surfaces was never lacking. Several of the logbooks noted how confidence inspiring the LR4 was and that it was able to easily walk up the Hill Climb.
As good as the LR4 was on the trail, it had a tougher time in sand, where the traction control cut in a little too early to realize the potential of the sweet 5.0L V-8. This resulted in a pretty deep stuck that gave us a chance to evaluate the front tow point that is hidden behind a removable plastic panel. This made the LR4 difficult to recover, to say the least.
We also managed to overheat the suspension system's compressor in the sand, causing the LR4 to enter default mode; this resulted in the suspension completely lowering in the front and the loss of all ground clearance. It was a contrast to the Grand's system, which has check valves in its system and will default to its current height. After about an hour of cooling, the Land Rover's air suspension returned to its former glory, and the LR4 continued on without any other problems.
At the end of the weeklong test, we gathered our opinions and impressions, loaded up the logbooks, and added up the scorebooks to bring you our 2011 Four Wheeler of the Year.
Staff Picks
Douglas McColloch, Editor
All three of the SUVs are linear descendants of past FWOTY champions, and in any other year, any of them would've been be a runaway winner. All of them will handle terrain that you wouldn't think them capable of, and all evince commendable levels of refinement. Even so, one vehicle distinguished itself from the others with a superbly engineered suspension, and a 4WD system that delivered a level of surefooted, trail performance that I wouldn't have thought possible from a unitbody 4x4 if I hadn't driven it myself. I'll gladly take any of these vehicles for my daily driver, but for getting deep into the backcountry and doing it elegantly, the amazing, astounding LR4 is first among equals here.
Ken Brubaker, Senior Editor
The LR4 has almost everything I want in an SUV. The tall windshield and side windows offer great visibility (something that seems to be absent on many SUVs nowadays); the multiple sunroofs flood the interior in natural light (the next best thing to a removable top); and it has a handy fold-down tailgate ('nuff said). I was skeptical of the luxurious LR4 before the test, but on the trail, it made me a believer.
Sean P. Holman, Tech Editor
For me, it has to be the Grand Cherokee. Stylish, elegant, and capable, Jeep has taken an old favorite to a whole new level. I love the underbody protection and rock rails, the interior is amazing, and I don't mind the high beltline. Some of my colleagues will pick the LR4, but the Jeep is such a feature-packed value, I can still wheel in style without going broke.
Robin Stover, Feature Editor
This year's OTY group was easy for me to decide between. The Grand Cherokee gets my vote by a big margin. It simply worked better, in my opinion, throughout the barrage of punishment we assaulted it with. Despite IRS and other street friendly-attributes, the hardcore SUV I've always known is still there.
Jason Gonderman, Web Editor
If I had to choose one of these three fine vehicles to live in my garage, I would have to pick the LR4. It rides great on the highway, has tons of available power, and does most things off road quite well without the annoying chimes and clunks of the other SUVs. Add in the super-luxurious interior, and you've got one amazing weekend warrior and daily driver. Sure, the price tag is steep, but you really get what you pay for.
Steve VonSeggern, Publisher
I like the LR4 because it's ironically the most Jeep-like vehicle of the group. What do I mean by that? Simply put, the outward visibility, styling, and off-road tuning are all more akin to qualities one would associate with Jeeps than the new Grand Cherokee.
2nd Place: Land Rover LR4
What's Hot:
Shocking dirt performance, great engine, airy interior, visibility
What's Not:
Expensive, hidden recovery point, very complex
Our Take:
The one to pick if you like to wheel with a computer
From the Logbook:
- "Visibility is unmatched by any other SUV."
- "I wasn't impressed at first with the LR4, but in the end, it won me over."
- "You can't just get in the LR4 and drive-the learning curve is very steep."
- "More Jeep-like off-road than the Jeep in this test."
- "10 extra points for the tailgate."
3rd Place: Lexus GX 460
What's Hot:
Great daily driver, isolated cabin, enthusiastic drivetrain, efficient
What's Not:
Intrusive electronics, lack of underbody protection, dull styling Our Take:
A very good tool that has lost its edge
From the Logbook:
- "Power third row is a nice feature."
- "Beep. Beep. Beep."
- "No Crawl Control or rear locker."
- "Lost the magic of the last generation."
- "Interior feels very executive."
Winner: Jeep Grand Cherokee
In the end, it was the Jeep Grand Cherokee that racked up the most points, undoubtedly helped by its huge price advantage over the rest of the field. The Grand matches most of the features of the also-excellent LR4, for about $17,000 less at our as-tested prices.
Starting with modern styling and a feature-packed, elegant interior, the Jeep easily feels $10,000 more expensive than it actually is. The Grand is roomy, yet cockpit-like from the driver's seat, and it offers all of the technology with none of the frustrations of the competition. You can just get in it and go.
On the pavement, the Jeep shines as a driver's car. With Selec-Terrain in Sport mode, the Grand was a blast to push hard on winding roads. Turn the knob to "Auto," and it can easily wolf down endless miles of highway, and you wouldn't get tired of driving it. Not only does the Grand have the chops to run with the luxury crowd, but it also has the capability that comes with the Jeep badge.
With the right options selected, this all-around performer comes with a complete compliment of skidplates, real tow hooks, and available factory rock sliders. Thoughtful touches abound, such as the way the trailer hitch and dual exhaust are integrated into the rear bumper, protecting them to a degree. The Grand was also the only vehicle in the test not to have a low-hanging spare tire. It is tucked out of the way, under the large cargo area floor.
Jeep also offers a new navigation option for 2011, which uses Garmin software. The best part is that through the USB port on the head unit, you can upload all of your Garmin waypoints from your handheld GPS and navigate to them in the Jeep. This is an awesome feature we have been asking for, for years.
While the Land Rover put up a tough fight, overall the Grand was the complete package at a price that leaves some extra cash for the project that has been sitting in your garage for years. Congratulations to Jeep and the 2011 Grand Cherokee-our Four Wheeler of the Year.
What's Hot:
Hemi power, underbody protection, amazing on the highway, beautiful interior
What's Not:
Air suspension noise, no front ELSD, high crawl ratio
Our Take:
2011 Four Wheeler of the Year
From the Logbook:
- "I love this version of the Grand."
- "The Grand is really fun on the road, especially in Sport mode."
- "The slanted windshield, big mirror and headrests block visibility."
- "Only one with full skids and rock rails."
Testing to the Limit
It is a well known fact that our testing regimen is difficult and puts a lot of stress on the vehicles being evaluated. We often put harder miles on these testers during the course of a week than most vehicles will see in a lifetime, and sometimes, something fails. In the case of our Grand Cherokee, it was the transfer-case chain drive.
After two days of intensive instrumented and other objective testing, we were challenging the vehicles to a different line on our Hill Climb when the Grand lost front-wheel drive. We immediately contacted Jeep, and within less than two hours, we were on a conference call with the engineering team in Michigan. After performing some diagnostic procedures over the phone, Jeep made arrangements to pick up our vehicle and replace it with a nearly exact replica.
By that evening we had our Jeep swapped, and by the next afternoon a team of Jeep engineers had flown out to Southern California to examine our transfer case. They discovered that during our aggressive hill testing, we jumped a tooth on the chain sprocket, ultimately leading to a sheared sprocket tooth and a broken chain.
After an engineering analysis, Jeep determined that the specification they use for chain tightness was good for NVH, but had the potential for failure under extreme conditions. As a direct response to our testing, Jeep instituted a change to every Grand Cherokee on the production line by tightening the chain tension specification, ensuring that the end user benefits from our findings and gets the best possible product.
It is our policy to repair, if possible, any vehicle that breaks during the test, and return it back to duty as soon as possible. If an identical replacement vehicle is available, we allow it to be substituted and let the judges take that into consideration.
|2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland
|2011 Land Rover LR4
|2010 Lexus GX 460
|Base price/Price as tested
|Options as tested
|Inferno Red Crystal Pearl Coat exterior paint ($225); Off-Road Adventure II package ($275); 5.7L V-8 MDS VVT engine ($1,995); destination charge ($780)
|Heavy Duty Package ($750); rear seat DVD entertainment system ($2,500); Vision Assist Package for LUX ($1,200); 7 Seat LUX Package ($9,165); destination ($850)
|Convenience Package ($800); Hard disk drive navigation system ($1,990); Comfort Plus Package ($1,770); cargo-area tonneau cover ($150); cargo net ($64); destination ($875)
|OHV V-8 with MDS
|Displacement (ci/liter)
|345 / 5.7
|305 / 5.0
|281 / 4.6
|Bore x stroke (in)
|3.92 x 3.58
|3.64 x 3.66
|3.70 x 3.27
|Compression ratio
|Sequential, multi-port, electronic
|Sequential direct injection
|Sequential multi-port fuel injection
|Mfg.'s power/torque rating @ rpm
|360 @ 5,150/390 @ 4,250
|375 @ 6,500/375 @ 3,500
|301 @ 5,500/329 @ 3,500
|Mfg.'s suggested fuel type
|Regular unleaded
|Premium unleaded
|Premium unleaded
|545RFE 5-speed automatic
|ZF HP28 6-speed automatic
|Aisin A760F 6-speed automatic
|Ratios: 1st
|1.67:1 (upshift) 1.50:1 (kickdown)
|Axle ratio
|Transfer case
|MP 3022 full-time 2-speed
|Full-time 2-speed
|VF4BM full-time 2-speed
|Low-range ratio
|Crawl ratio
|Steel uniframe
|Integrated Body-Frame
|Steel perimeter
|Short- and long-arm independent, coil springs, gas-charged twin-tube coilover shock absorbers, upper and lower control arms, stabilizer bar/ZF 9.1-inch
|Independent, double-wishbone, with air springs/Dana 7.9-inch
|Double-wishbone, coil springs, stabilizer bar/Toyota 8.1-inch
|Multi-link, coil springs, twin-tube shocks (including load leveling for towing), aluminum lower control arm, independent upper links (tension and camber), plus a separate toe link/Mercedes 8.9-inch/ZF ELSD
|Independent, double-wishbone, with air springs/Dana 8.3-inch
|Four-link rigid axle with coil springs/Toyota 8.2-inch
|Power rack-and-pinion
|Power rack-and-pinion
|Power rack-and-pinion
|Turns (lock-to-lock)
|18.9:1 (on center), 15.7:1 (full lock)
|19.3:1 (straight), 14.3:1 (on lock)
|12.9-inch vented discs, two-piston calipers
|14.2-inch vented disc, twin-piston calipers
|13.3-inch vented disc, four-piston calipers
|12.6-inch solid discs, single-piston calipers
|13.8-inch solid discs, single-piston calipers
|12.3-inch vented discs, single-piston calipers
|Wheels (in)
|18 x 8.0
|19 x 8.0
|18 x 7.5
|P265/60R18 Michelin Latitude Tour
|P255/55R19 Continental 4x4 Contact
|P265/60R18 Bridgestone Dueler H/T
|EPA city/highway
|Observed city/highway/trail
|Weight (lb)
|Wheelbase (in)
|Overall length/width/height (in)
|Track f/r (in)
|Minimum ground clearance (in)
|8.6 (standard), 10.6 (raised)
|7.3 (standard), 9.4 (off-road mode)
|Turning diameter, curb-to-curb (ft)
|Approach/departure angles (deg)
|26.3 (standard), 34.3 (raised)/ 26.5 (standard), 29.3 (raised)
|32.2 (standard), 37.2 (off-road mode)/ 26.7 (standard), 29.6 (off-road mode)
|Breakover angle (deg)
|18.8 (standard), 23.1 (raised)
|22.8 (standard), 27.9 (off-road mode)
|GVWR (lb)
|Payload (lb)
|Maximum towing capacity (lb)
|Fuel capacity (gal)
|0-60 mph (sec)
|Quarter-mile (sec @ mph)
|16.05 @ 88.20
|16.14 @ 88.52
|Braking 60-0 mph (ft)
|Ramp Travel Index
|302 (standard), 265 (raised)


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Add restaurateur to Drake's résumé.
On Monday night, the 28-year-old rapper had a low-key celebration for the opening of Fring's, his new restaurant in his hometown of Toronto, and there was one very important guest.
Longtime friend and now rumored girlfriend Serena Williams was spotted entering Drizzy's party, wearing stiletto pumps, a white skirt and denim top. Also in attendance at the opening were Jada Pinkett Smith and Jaden Smith.
No word if Drake's restaurant will offer crab like the one he eats "out in Malibu at Nobu," but the celeb did partner up with chef Susur Lee, of the restaurants Lee, Bent, and Luckee, and past contestant on "Iron Chef" and "Top Chef Masters," on the venture.
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Drake has been a friend of Lee's sons Kai and Levi Bent-Lee for a while, which kind of explains the partnership, and according to Fashion Magazine, the menu will feature Asian hints as per Lee's signature, mixed with high-end snacks.
Champagne Papi shared a number of snapshots from his big night, which also showed a sweet photograph of himself hugging his mother, Sandi Graham, who obviously was there to support her successful son.
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ST LOUIS - The Mizzou tennis team won the final three singles matches to claim a 4-3 upset win over No. 23 Tennessee on Sunday afternoon at the Dwight Davis Tennis Center. The win improved the Tigers' record to 9-8 overall and 2-7 in Southeastern Conference action, while the Lady Volunteers fell to 8-8 and 5-4.
Missouri trailed 3-1 halfway through singles action but claimed three straight must-win matches at No. 3, No. 6 and No. 5 play to earn the upset victory. Senior Maria Christensen brought the Tigers within one, 3-2, when she ousted Tennessee's Caitlyn Williams at No. 3 singles, 6-1, 6-2. Freshman Madison Rhyner fought back after dropping the first set to post a 3-6, 6-0, 6-3 win over Sarah Toti at No. 6 to even the team score at 3-3.
The match came down to No. 5 singles, where sophomore Elisha Gabb recorded a huge three-set victory over Tiffany Tavares, 4-6, 6-3, 6-3, to clinch the win for Missouri.
The Tigers earned the doubles point to take an early 1-0 lead on the Lady Vols. Tennessee's top team of Brynn Boren and Kata Szekely, ranked third nationally, defeated junior Cierra Gaytan-Leach and sophomore Alex Clark, 8-5, at No. 1 action. However, Missouri used wins at No. 2 and No. 3 play to take the point. At No. 2 doubles, senior Maria Christensen and junior Rachel Stuhlmann defeated Joanna Henderson and Williams, 8-6, while Gabb and Rhyner ousted Toti and Tavares, 8-6, at No. 3.
Tennessee posted wins at No. 1, No. 2 and No. 4 action to open singles play. No. 38 Szekely opened singles with a 6-2, 6-2 win over Stuhlmann at No. 2 action and No. 21 Boren posted a 7-5, 6-3 win over No. 105 Gaytan-Leach at No. 1 singles. At No. 4, Henderson defeated Clark, 6-2, 6-4.
Missouri returns to the court on Friday, April 5 with a Noon matchup against No. 8 Alabama at the Dwight Davis Tennis Center in St. Louis.


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Time to wake up and smell the coffee. At the recent New York International Gift Fair, buyers were keenly checking out grinders, pots and brewing equipment, which means coffee-related gifts will be as hot as a frothy latte this holiday season.
Coffee culture is, naturally, intense. On YouTube, helpful fellows offer video tips on buying, storing and preparing everything from a humble cup of Americano to a perfect macchiato. Bloggers discuss "mid-palate chocolate tones" and "smoky back ends" with the same authoritative enthusiasm as oenophiles. You can learn a lot: Never store coffee in the fridge or freezer, for example, since condensation on the beans or grounds spoils the flavor.
Here's what up in the cup for 2012:
It all starts with the grind, according to experts. Chris Weaver, coffee columnist and head barista at Store Street Espresso in London, said, "the most important piece of equipment for home coffee brewing is a good quality grinder. People should always look at buying a grinder with burrs instead of blades."
That's because you want an even grind; a consistent pile of coffee grounds will release those delicious aromatics smoothly into the hot water. Top-quality grinders also produce minimal heat; many experts think heat damages the coffee.
The Breville Conical Burr Grinder has 25 different grinds and a storage container. ($199.95, www .williams-sonoma.com) The Capresso Burr Grinder has an electric timer that will grind enough for two to 12 cups, then turn itself off. ($49.95, www.surla table.com)
When it comes to brewing gear, choices range from low-tech, "pour-over" receptacles to high-tech machines that pretty much brew themselves. Some coffee enthusiasts prefer the classic Chemex, a simple glass receptacle in which you fit a coffee-filled paper filter. Boil your water, pour it through the filter and voila. (Chemex Classic eight-cup, $38.95, www .crateandbarrel.com)
French presses employ an equally simple pour method. Put the coffee in the glass pot, pour hot water in, steep for four minutes, then gently press the plunger. (Bodum Shin Bistro, $30, www.bodum .com)
Many own electric coffee makers, the kind you fill with water and ground coffee and walk away from while the magic happens. Toptenreviews .com, a tech-gadget review site, gives high marks to Cuisinart's Automatic Brew and Serve and Krups Programmable Coffee Maker. (Cuisinart 10-cup Thermal Extreme Brew, 189.99; Krups Precision 12-cup, $99.95, www.macys.com)
The Ferrari of coffee makers just might be the Saeco Intelia Cappuccino Espresso Machine, with a built-in burr grinder, brewer and milk frother, and a dashboard of customizable features. ($1,299.95, www.williams -sonoma.com)
Finally, there's the single-serve coffee market, which has grown by triple digits in the last few years. Nespresso is making a significant push into the North American market with a club system to buy its capsules. (www .nespresso-us.com) Williams-Sonoma sells their newest machine, the streamlined "U," pre-packed with 16 starter capsules ($199.95).
Keurig's K cup is a single-portion plastic container of coffee; Emeril's, Green Mountain and Caribou Coffee are some of the format's suppliers. (Keurig Mini Plus Brewer, $99.99, www.coffeecow .com)
Krups, Melitta, Bunn and Senseo all offer machines that use interchangeable pods - little mesh bags filled with coffee. There are dozens of online sites at which to buy different flavors. And supermarkets are expanding their single-serve-coffee shelf space as well in response to the trend.


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Career Highs
Goals: 3, two times
Assists: 3, at Hofstra (3/5/11)
Points: 5, vs. Holy Cross (2/26/13)
Ground balls: 8, vs. Princeton (4/24/10)
2013 (Senior):
Named to the All-Ivy League second team and to the NEILA All-New England first team ... Also named to the preseason NEILA All-New England team ... Named to the Ivy League Honor Roll after tallying four points on three goals and one assist against UMass (Feb. 23) … Posted a career-high five points by scoring three goals and two assists in a victory over Holy Cross (Feb. 26) ... Scored one goal as well as registered three ground balls and caused one turnover against Hofstra (March 2) ... Posted one ground ball and one caused turnover in a win over Georgetown (March 9) ... Scored two goals against Brown (March 16) ... Scored two goals, registered one assist, and had one caused turnover in a victory over Bryant (March 20) … Tallied one goal, one ground ball, and one caused turnover in a win against Dartmouth (March 23) ... Scored a pair of goals in a contest against Albany (March 26) ... Recorded one goal and one assist in a matchup with Duke (March 30) ... Scored two goals and picked up two ground balls in a matchup with Cornell (April 6) ... Credited with one goal and one assist in a victory versus Quinnipiac (April 9) ... Notched one goal and two assists in a victory over Penn (April 13) ... Tallied one goal, one assist and one ground ball versus Princeton (April 20) ... Tallied two goals, one assist, one ground ball and one caused turnover against Yale (April 27).
2012 (Junior):
Saw action in all 14 games ... Finished with five goals, 19 ground balls and 12-of-23 on faceoffs (.522) ... Picked up two ground balls against Vermont (Feb. 25) ... Collected two ground balls at Holy Cross (Feb. 28) ... Netted a goal at Georgetown (March 10) ... Tallied a goal and added a ground ball against Dartmouth (March 24) ... Scored a career-high three goals, won six faceoffs and grabbed five ground balls at Massachusetts (March 27) ... Won a faceoff and added a ground ball against Michigan (March 31) ... Caused a turnover and picked up a ground ball at Cornell (April 7) ... Snared two ground balls against Quinnipiac (April 10) ... Won a faceoff and picked up a ground ball at Penn (April 14) ... Went 4-of-5 on faceoffs and collected two ground balls against Princeton (April 21) ... Snared two ground balls at Yale (April 28).
2011 (Sophomore):
Played in 15 games ... Scored eight goals and dished out six assists for 14 points ... Grabbed 13 ground balls and was 7-of-14 (.500) on faceoffs ... Won two faceoffs, grabbed a ground ball and handed out an assist against Canisius (Feb. 26) ... Dished out three assists, scored a goal, caused a turnover, won a faceoff and picked up a ground ball at No. 5 Hofstra (March 5) ... Had a goal and an assist while picking up a ground ball and going 2-for-2 in faceoffs versus No. 20 Georgetown (March 8) ... Netted two goals against Bellarmine (March 11) ... Tallied a goal and an assist, and won a faceoff versus Holy Cross (March 15) ... Collected a ground ball at Dartmouth (March 26) ... Picked up two ground balls in victory over No. 14 Massachusetts (March 29) ... Scored a goal and claimed two ground balls against No. 6 Cornell (April 9) ... Tallied a goal and collected a ground ball against No. 15 Penn (April 16) ... Caused a turnover and picked up a ground ball at Princeton (April 23) ... Scooped three ground balls and won a faceoff against No. 2 Cornell in Ivy tournament final (May 8).
2010 (Freshman):
Appeared in all 12 contests, starting six ... Scored six goals and dished out six assists ... Led Harvard with 35 ground balls and won 60-of-116 faceoffs (.517) ... Had a goal and two assists and won three faceoffs in win against Canisius (Feb. 27) ... Grabbed a ground ball and claimed one faceoff victory at Georgetown (March 3) ... Assisted on a goal, won a faceoff and snared three ground balls at Holy Cross (March 6) ... Scored a goal, handed out two assists and collected a ground ball in win at Massachusetts (March 13) ... Won six faceoffs, grabbed six ground balls and netted a goal against Colgate (March 16) ... Assisted on a goal, collected two ground balls, caused a turnover and earned six faceoff victories against Brown (March 20) ... Won 12-of-15 faceoffs, caused a turnover, grabbed three ground balls and scored a goal in win over Dartmouth (March 27) ... Claimed three faceoff victories and picked up a ground ball against No. 7 Duke (April 2) ... Led Harvard with five ground balls, while scoring a goal and winning five faceoffs at No. 10 Cornell (April 10) ... Grabbed five ground balls, won seven faceoffs and scored a goal at Penn (April 17) ... Won 12-of-21 faceoffs, picked up a team-best eight ground balls and caused a turnover in victory over No. 6 Princeton (April 24) ... Named Ivy League Rookie of the Week April 26 ... Won four faceoffs, caused a turnover and grabbed a ground ball at Yale (May 1).
Before Harvard:
Lettered three years in lacrosse and football … Captained lacrosse team as a senior … Ranked No. 32 recruit by Inside Lacrosse … U.S. Lacrosse All-American as a senior … First team All-Gibbs Conference as a junior and senior … New Jersey Coaches Association first team all-state as a senior and third team as a junior … Star Ledger Morris County Player of the Year as a senior … Ranked ninth all-time in goals scored at Delbarton.
Father, Sumner, was a three-year letterwinner and captain of the 1977 Harvard lacrosse team and played football for two years … Brother, Terry, is a sophomore on the Harvard lacrosse team.


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Students must have a zero EFC as calculated by the FAFSA. The dollar amount can vary based on financial need and enrollment status. Students must be enrolled at least 6 credit hours each term. Limited funding is available.
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Having regular check-ups and getting screening tests are important steps that you can do for yourself. Not all experts, though, agree on which tests women should have or how often these tests should be done. Most of the guidelines below are from the US Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF). This is an independent group of experts who review studies and develop recommendations for doctors to follow. Keep in mind that if you have symptoms or risk factors for certain conditions, then this will affect how often you should be seen.
What to Expect
Blood Pressure Measurement
During blood pressure measurement, a cuff will be wrapped and inflated around your upper arm. The air will be slowly released. A stethoscope or electronic device in the cuff will be used to listen to the pulse beats in your arm. Your systolic and diastolic blood pressure levels will be measured. These levels correspond to the pressure when your heart contracts and relaxes.
You should have your blood pressure routinely measured. While USPSTF does not specify a screening schedule, blood pressure screening usually takes place at each doctor's visit. If your blood pressure is less than 120/80 mm HG, you may be tested every 2 years. But, if the systolic number is 120-139 mm HG or diastolic number is 80-90 mm HG, you may be tested every year.
Blood Tests
Since blood travels throughout your body, blood samples can offer a range of information about your health. Usually blood is drawn from your arm with a needle connected to a tube. During your physical exam, you may have a blood test done to check for type 2 diabetes if your blood pressure is over 135/80 mm Hg or you have other risk factors. If you are aged 20 years or older and have increased risk for coronary heart disease, your doctor may also check your cholesterol levels.
USPSTF does not recommend routine screening for conditions like thyroid disorder or anemia. If you have symptoms or risk factors, however, a complete blood count (CBC) may be done to analyze your red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets.
An analysis of a urine sample can indicate possible problems, such as diabetes, kidney problems, or bacterial infection. Other than during pregnancy, there are few reasons to have a urinalysis for the purpose of health screening (as opposed to diagnosis). If a urinalysis is indicated for you, you will be asked to urinate in a special container. The urine sample will be tested.
Clinical Breast Exam
During the clinical breast exam, your doctor will carefully feel your breasts and under your arms to check for lumps or other unusual changes. While the USPSTF does not have specific recommendations for this, your doctor may check your breasts at your routine physical exam.
On the day of the mammogram, you should not wear powder, cream, or deodorant on your upper body. If you experience breast tenderness before your period, you may want to schedule the test at a point in your menstrual cycle when your breasts are less sensitive. You will undress from the waist up. Your breasts will be pressed between plates, and x-rays will be taken.
USPSTF offers these guidelines for mammograms:
- If you are aged 40-49 years—The decision to have a mammogram every 2 years is an individual one. You should make your decision after you understand the risk and benefits that apply to you. Talk to your doctor.
- If you aged 50-74 years—Have a mammogram every 2 years.
Talk to your doctor about the right screening schedule for you. If you are at high risk for breast cancer, you will need to have mammograms at an earlier age.
Pap Smear
At your routine physical exam, a vaginal examination may be done. You will lie on your back with your knees bent and your feet in footrests. The doctor will use an instrument called a speculum to look inside your vagina at your cervix. Your doctor may also do a Pap smear. This will involve scraping cells from the cervix. This sample of cells will then be sent to a lab to check for any abnormalities. In some cases, the sample will also be tested to find out whether you have a human papillomavirus (HPV) infection. HPV is a virus that can cause cervical cancer.
USPSTF offers these guidelines for cervical cancer screening in healthy women:
- If you are aged 21-65 years—It is recommended that you have the Pap test every 3 years.
- If you are aged 30-65 and want to be screened less often, it is recommended that you have the Pap test along with the HPV test every 5 years.
- If you are aged 65 or older—You may be able to stop having Pap and HPV tests if you have had normal Pap smears in the past and you do not have any other risk factors for cervical cancer
Your doctor can help determine the right screening schedule for you. For example, you will need to have Pap tests done more often if you have abnormal results or certain conditions
Tests for Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs)
If you are under the age of 25 and sexually active, then your doctor will likely test you for certain STDs, like chlamydia. If you are 25 and older and are at an increased risk for STDs or have symptoms, then your doctor may test you for certain STDs. Risk factors include having multiple sex partners, having sex with someone who has an STD, or having sex without a condom. Examples of STDs that you may be tested for include:
Colorectal Exams
These important exams screen for colorectal cancers in your digestive tract. If you are aged 50-75 years, USPSTF recommends using one of the following:
- Fecal occult blood every year—This is a test to detect the presence of blood in the stool.
- Flexible sigmoidoscopy every 5 years—This is a visual exam of the rectum and lower portion of the colon or,
- Colonoscopy every 10 years—This is a visual exam of the rectum and colon.
Skin Exam
While USPSTF does not offer specific guidelines for skin cancer screening, your doctor will most likely exam your skin during your routine physical exam. You doctor will look for suspicious moles that have uneven borders, have more than one color, are asymmetrical in shape, or are a size larger than a pencil eraser. If you notice any new or changing moles, tell your doctor.
Other Health Exams
Beyond your physical exam, it is also important that your oral and eye health are checked.
The American Dental Association recommends that you have regular dental cleanings and oral exams. This may occur every 6 months, or more often if you are prone to plaque or gingivitis. Proper dental hygiene also includes:
- Brushing teeth with fluoride toothpaste after meals or at least twice per day
- Daily flossing between teeth and gums
During an eye exam, you may need to read letters on a chart, set at a distance. You may get eye drops to numb your eye or dilate your pupil to test for glaucoma and to check your retina. Your eye specialist (ophthalmologist) may test how your eye moves and responds to light. How often you should have eye exams depends on factors, like your age, medical history, and date of your last exam. The American Academy of Ophthalmology offers these general guidelines:
- If you are aged 20-39 years—Have an eye exam at least once between the ages of 20-29, and at least twice between the ages of 30-39.
- If you are aged 40-64 years—Get a baseline screening at age 40, then get follow-up exams based on the results.
- If you are aged 65 or older—Get an eye exam every 1-2 years.
Getting regular exams can be part of your healthy lifestyle.
- Reviewer: Michael Woods, MD
- Review Date: 02/2016 -
- Update Date: 07/07/2014 -


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With the conference last week, I missed posting my weekly list of SEO, social media and online PR blog links, so let's start off the week with a nice list. As a reminder, these are blogs that I've either recently discovered or recently "re-discovered".
WebProNews Blog – Fairly new and it's about time! Mike, Chris and all the WPN gang are revving it up lately.
Web Ink Now – David Meerman Scott's blog on public relations, marketing and blogging.
Social Media Group – Canadian business blog on social media and corporate blogging.
Natural Search Blog – One of Stephan Spencer's blogs on SEO.
Abhilash – "Boutique SEO With a Little Brown Sugar". A persistent SEO with a sense of humor if nothing else. Finally met Abhilash in Vegas last week.
Joe Dolson – Usability and web design wisdom.
Search Engine Land – Danny Sullivan's new blog with Chris Sherman and Barry Schwartz.
Search Rank Blog – SEO goodness from David Wallace. We've both been in the SEO biz for what, a million years and we still have not met at a conference?
My current favorite SEO Blog?  SEOMoz. I don't know how they do it.


text: SAN FRANCISCO PUBLIC LIBRARY COMMISSION (as approved February, 19, 2004) Minutes of the regular meeting of Tuesday, January 20, 2004. The San Francisco Public Library Commission held a regular meeting on Thursday, January 20, 2004, in the Koret Auditorium, Main Library. Vice President Steiman called the meeting to order at 4:07pm. The following members were noted present: Commissioners Bautista, Chin, Coulter, Steiman, and Strobin. Commissioners Higueras and Streets were excused. Agenda Items: 1) Public Comment 2) Interior Design Standards Presentation 3) Approval of Minutes of Oct. 16, 2003 6) Bond Program Budget Review 4) Approval of the Minutes of Nov. 13, 2003 5) Approval of the Minutes of Nov. 20, 2003 6) Approval of the Minutes of Special Joint Recreations & Park and Library Commissions Meeting of Nov. 20, 2003 7) Bond Program Manager's Report 9) Friends Capital Campaign Update Report 10) ADJOURNMENT APPENDIX A -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- AGENDA ITEM #1 PUBLIC COMMENT Public comment on AGENDA ITEM #1 PUBLIC COMMENT An anonymous member of the public commented that the minutes report on the Wall of Library Heroes lacked many important details of the discussion. This individual welcomed the New Business proposal for a discussion of the Prop. E (Library Preservation Fund 1994), commenting that efforts to direct expenditures of these funds to non-library uses were political. Mr. Peter Warfield commented that it was unfortunate that these minutes were so old and expressed the hope that the Commissioners do a better job of keeping up with past meeting minutes. Mr. Warfield also said that the Minutes had not been available prior to the meeting. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- AGENDA ITEM #2 INTERIOR DESIGN STANDARDS PRESENTATION City Librarian Susan Hildreth introduced discussion of the proposed Interior Design Standards for the Branch Library Improvement Program (BLIP), noting that the presentation was the result of 6 months hard work by the Library's Interior Design consultants Kwan Henmi in close cooperation with Donna Corbeil, Library Chief of Branches, and many branch library staff members. Additionally, it was reported that after gathering initial staff comments, Ms. Corbeil had convened a staff task force to work closely with the consultants and other branch library staff to refine and improve recommendations for the proposed standards. Ms. Hildreth then introduced Ms. Sylvia Kwan, the lead consultant, and design consultant Marie Fisher, and called attention to signage work contributed by Kate Keating Associates. The City Librarian called particular attention to and lauded the hard work provided and important contributions made by Mike White, the ergonomic specialist, who was unable to attend the meeting. Ms. Kwan presented an extensive overview (copy attached) of the background research and extensive branch library staff involvement that formed the basis for developing the design standards and guidelines for what would be an every evolving project. The goals were described as: to maintain flexibility; meet ergonomic and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requirements; and to be compatible for use with the entire range of branch library architectural styles from the early "Carnegie" and "WPA" (Works Progress Administration) buildings to the contemporary new buildings. Ms. Kwan noted that the proposed standards were based in current industry "best practices" and guided by the need to meet ergonomic standards, be practical and aesthetically appropriate, and be durable. Ms. Kwan noted that more than 100 branch library staff had participated in two sessions reviewing the proposed design standards. Regarding signage, it was reported that all would be modular and interchangeable as needed. Ms. Kwan concluded by pointing out that the proposed standards were to be viewed as a living evolving document designed to provide a guide in meeting needs identified by librarians and library staff. Ms. Hildreth noted that binders containing the Design Standards proposal were available at the rear of the auditorium and at the Library Commission Office. Public comment on AGENDA ITEM #2 INTERIOR DESIGN STANDARDS PRESENTATION An anonymous member of the public commented that there were no explanatory documents listed for this item on the agenda and those provided consisted of a limited an amount of information. This person suggested that given what this person felt were previous bad experiences with interior design flaws in libraries; it was unfortunate that opportunity to critically review these documents was not possible prior to the discussion. Mr. Peter Warfield commented that he had attempted to obtain information concerning explanatory materials for this item earlier in the day but had been unable to do so. Mr. Warfield commented that he thought these to be very important documents and that the summaries provided did not provide enough specifics. Mr. Warfield also questioned the continuing role of the consultants: what had it cost; what were any ongoing costs; and what additional overall costs were involved? Mr. Warfield also wanted to know the names of the library staff members involved in this project. Ms. Sue Cauthen commented that the print used in the documents was difficult to read and suggested using a larger typeface in future. Commission discussion of AGENDA ITEM #2 INTERIOR DESIGN STANDARDS PRESENTATION In response to a question from Commissioner Bautista, the Friends' role in fundraising for branch library FF&E (furniture, fixtures, & equipment), and how budgets for each branch were configured was spelled out. In response to a question by Vice President Steiman, Ms. Hildreth discussed how the flexibility built into the proposed standards provided for a wide array of possible choices to be available among each of the three types of branch libraries, allowing for each branch to be distinctive. The City Librarian noted that there would be opportunities for the public to view suggested color palettes for use in branch libraries, but that the Excelsior Branch was the only one that had been prepared so far. In response to Commissioner Chin and Vice President Steiman's query concerning the durability and design safety features of some of the proposed types of chair designs, Ms. Kwan and Ms. Fisher pointed out that only well-tried existing design lines from well-established manufacturers were included in the Interior Design Standards. Commissioner Bautista observed that the Commission should trust the judgment of branch staff to best know their needs. Ms. Hildreth noted that both librarians and clerical staff had been involved in developing the standards. In response to questions by Commissioner Strobin concerning the adjustability of shelving and what kinds of fabrics were being considered for Teen areas, Ms. Kwan noted that the shelving was designed to be flexible and that all fabrics were carefully evaluated from existing well testing fabric lines known for durability. In response to a query by Commissioner Chin, it was noted that rest room design was a responsibility of each building's architect. In response a question by Vice President Steiman, Ms. Kwan noted that as a result of staff requests, countertops were surfaced with materials made from recycled currency that were warm to the touch. She noted these surfaces were durable and easily repaired. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- AGENDA ITEM #3 APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF OCT. 16, 2003 Public comment on AGENDA ITEM #3 APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF OCT. 16, 2003 An anonymous member of the public suggested that changes called for in the approval of the September meeting minutes had not been made and commented that a reference to comments made by Supervisor Peskin regarding a possible location for the North Beach Branch were inaccurately attributed. Mr. Peter Warfield found that there was a great need for improvement in theses Minutes calling attention to what he believed to be serious omissions in RFID related remarks attributed to Mr. Esteves, regarding the impact of changes in the proposed Mission Bay Branch, and regarding his comments on the Gift Policy. Commission discussion of AGENDA ITEM #3 APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF OCT. 16, 2003 Vice President Steiman requested that the Secretary review the meeting's tape concerning the reference to Supervisor Peskin. MOTION:Commissioner Bautista seconded Commissioner Strobin for approval of the Minutes of the regular Commission meeting of October 16, 2003 with any needed clarification of a comment attributed to Supervisor Peskin and deletion of a misplaced word. ACTION: AYE 5-0 (Bautista, Chin, Coulter, Steiman, and Strobin) Vice President Steiman announced that she would next take up Agenda Item #8, the Bond Program Budget Review in order to accommodate community members from the Parkside neighborhood in attendance who wished to offer comment and to recognize Supervisor Ma. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- AGENDA ITEM #6 BOND PROGRAM BUDGET REVIEW (taken up 4th) The City Librarian recognized Supervisor Fiona Ma in attendance at the meeting and thanked her for her support for the Library. The City Librarian reviewed the previous Library Commission discussions and original proposals for the renovation of the Parkside Branch Library, and presented an overview of the Board of Supervisors' action to set aside $500,000 from the Library's Budget Reserve for branch library improvements. Ms. Hildreth then outlined a proposed revision of the Branch Library Improvement Program (BLIP) design proposal for the Parkside Branch to allow for its expansion. Ms. Hildreth pointed out that this was a somewhat unique case, where an expansion beyond what had been originally planned was merited. Ms. Hildreth outlined how money could be transferred from funds identified for relocation and moving expenses in the Branch Library Improvement Program (BLIP) budget to the Parkside Branch Budget. The City Librarian noted that the project timeline would change with West Portal moving up so as to be renovated and reopened by 2006 before Parkside was closed for its renovation and expansion. Supervisor Fiona Ma thanked Ms. Hildreth for all of her hard work in responding to the community's needs. Supervisor Ma noted that with the expansion of nearby Lincoln High School and the opening of the Dianne Feinstein (formerly Parkside) Elementary School, the need for library services in that neighborhood would continue to grow. Supervisor Ma concluded with a recommendation that the Library Commissioners approve the proposed expansion of the Parkside Branch Library. Public comment on AGENDA ITEM #6 BOND PROGRAM BUDGET REVIEW (taken up 4th) An anonymous member of the public commented that there was no explanatory document listed although one was presented. This person observed that there had been various explanations for restrictions on the use of Library Preservation Fund monies that had varied from situation to situation. Ms. Eileen Booken, Sunset /Parkside Education in Action Committee noted that neighborhood petitions submitted previously had shown that the neighborhood fully supported the proposed expansion and thanked the Commissioners for their cooperation in that effort. Ms. Nancy Wuerful, a Parkside civic leader, expressed her appreciation for the Library's cooperation with the neighborhood and noted that a recent visit to the Parkside Branch had reminded her of how important the programs offered in the branch were to the children of the neighborhood. Ms. Wuerful noted that an expanded branch could better serve the community and thanked Supervisor Ma for her support for the neighborhood's wishes. Mrs. Susan Ryan, parent and Parkside resident, noted that her son, now a teen user, had been a regular branch user since he was small. Ms. Ryan called attention to the great need for more space for the community room as well as for books in the branch. Mr. Peter Warfield expressed satisfaction that the branch was expanding; but questioned how the expansion was being financed. Mr. Warfield also asked where the $500,000 had come from, and why funds needed to be shifted? Mr. Douglas Ryan, a teen user of the branch, expressed his gratitude that the Parkside Branch was being expanded noting that it would allow him more opportunity to read. Mr. Ryan requested that the Commissioners approve the proposed expansion. Commission discussion of AGENDA ITEM #6 BOND PROGRAM BUDGET REVIEW (taken up 4th) Commissioner Bautista found the proposed expansion of the Parkside Branch an excellent proposal, noting that there was a very great need for more room in this very busy branch. Commissioner Bautista also called attention to the strong neighborhood support for the expansion and noted that she wished even more could be done. Commissioner Coulter voiced support for the proposed expansion and asked if the Deputy City Attorney could comment on the funding process. Commissioner Coulter congratulated and commended the City Librarian, Deputy City Librarian and all of the Library staff involved for their extraordinary, tireless, and outstanding work in preparing and submitting five Cycle 3 Prop. 14 (State Library Bond) Applications. Ms. Hildreth refreshed the Commissioners' memory concerning the circumstances of how a proposal by Supervisor Daley to transfer $1 million from the Library Preservation Fund's Budget Reserve to the San Francisco Unified School District for its libraries had eventually resulted in a Board of Supervisor's decision to allocate $500,000 for the Library to provide support for school libraries and $500,000 for branch libraries. The City Librarian noted that while the branch library funds were not earmarked for the Parkside Branch, it had been noted that this would be an appropriate use for these funds. Deputy City Attorney Catharine Barnes explained the limited circumstances that under the rubric of providing ancillary or alternative library services, and where Library Preservation Fund monies and Branch Library Improvement Bond - 2000 monies served specific overlapping purposes, and where the total amount was within the limited amount of funds allowable for such a purpose; it was permissible for the Library to use such funds for bricks and mortar purposes. The Deputy City Attorney noted that under the City Charter, the Board of Supervisors had authority to direct the Library Commission to allocate these funds. In response to a question by Commissioner Chin, Ms. Hildreth reported that there would be an extensive review of the Bond Program Budget next month. The City Librarian reiterated that this branch was, with the possible exception of the Western Addition Branch, the only branch library where an expansion beyond the original scope of the Bond Program was warranted. Responding to a comment by Vice President Steiman, the City Librarian cited library staff's focus on and hard work to preserve Library Budget Reserves for library uses. In answer to expressions of concern from Commissioner Chin, Ms. Hildreth citing the Visitacion Valley Branch as example, reported that BLIP projects, reverted to their original scope, could be funded even if insufficient Prop. 14 monies for the proposed expanded versions did not become available. Vice President Steiman noting even though she was very concerned about the availability of funding, said that she would vote for the proposed expansion as a way of keeping these funds for Library use. Vice President Steiman then asked, noting that a member of the Board of Supervisors was attending the meeting, that she carry back word to her colleagues, "that the library reserve was there because we know we will never get any more money from the City, and we (the Commissioners) wanted to be sure to be able to fulfill the commitment for expanded library hours made in Prop. E." Vice President Steiman observed that was a very bad precedent to remove reserve funds this way, but that she was glad that Supervisor Ma had found this way to preserve the funds for the Library. MOTION: Commissioner Bautista, seconded by Commissioner Strobin, for approval of the proposed reallocation of funds in the budget to permit the expansion of the Parkside branch Library. ACTION: AYE 5-0 (Bautista, Chin, Coulter, Steiman, and Streets) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- AGENDA ITEM #4 APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF NOV. 13, 2003 (taken up 5th) Public comment on AGENDA ITEM #4 APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF NOV. 13, 2003 (taken up 5th) An anonymous member of the public suggested that these minutes lacked the required Public Comment Summary statements and cited inaccuracies and omissions in the reported discussions of the Prop. 14 Applications. Mr. Peter Warfield commented that these Minutes left out important discussions and criticized references to the various application forms and selected attachments as the Prop. 14 Applications in the text. Mr. Warfield also noted his comments concerning the lack of opportunity to review explanatory materials in advance and some cited comments by the City Librarian were not included in the draft text Commission discussion of AGENDA ITEM #4 APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF NOV. 13, 2003 (taken up 5th) Commissioner Chin again urged that the Minutes be brief. The Deputy City Attorney noted that the Minutes reporting of detail exceeded the requirements of the law. MOTION: Commissioner Bautista seconded Commissioner Chin by for approval of the Minutes of the special Commission meeting of November 13, 2003. ACTION: AYE 5-0 (Bautista, Chin, Coulter, Steiman, and Strobin). -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- AGENDA ITEM #5 APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF NOV. 20, 2003 (taken up 6th) Public comment on AGENDA ITEM #5 APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF NOV. 20, 2003 (taken up 6th) An anonymous member of the public observed that there were a number of issues with these minutes, commenting that correction of inaccuracies cited by members of the public was not being done. This person then discussed a handout that that they had distributed to the Commissioners, noting their handout had not been included in the attachments to the Minutes, and that the Minutes were often unreadable. Mr. Peter Warfield commented that he had never requested verbatim minutes but that he had requested corrections of what he found to be inaccuracies and that he felt that public comment was not accurately being summarized as required. Mr. Warfield commented that his analysis of the Richmond Branch Prop. 14 Application and a related report of a conference call with the State Bond evaluators about the application was not reported. Commission discussion of AGENDA ITEM #5 APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF NOV. 20, 2003 (taken up 6th) MOTION: Commissioner Chin, seconded Commissioner Strobin by for approval of the Minutes of the regular Commission meeting of November 20, 2003 ACTION: AYE 5-0 (Bautista, Chin, Coulter, Steiman, and Strobin). -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- AGENDA ITEM #6 APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF SPECIAL JOINT RECREATION & PARK AND Library COMMISSIONS MEETING OF NOV. 20, 2003 (taken up 6th) Public comment AGENDA ITEM #6 APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF SPECIAL JOINT RECREATION & PARK AND Library COMMISSIONS MEETING OF NOV. 20, 2003 (taken up 6th) Mr. Peter Warfield requested clarification of a public comment attributed to him to indicate that both the Parkside and North Beach Branch Libraries could potentially increase in size if they were relocated outside park property. Commission discussion of AGENDA ITEM #6 APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF SPECIAL JOINT RECREATION & PARK AND Library COMMISSIONS MEETING OF NOV. 20, 2003 (taken up 6th) MOTION: Commissioner Chin, seconded Commissioner Strobin, for approval of the Minutes of the Special Joint Recreation & Park and Library Commissions meeting of November 20, 2003. ACTION: AYE 5-0 (Bautista, Chin, Coulter, Steiman, and Strobin). -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- AGENDA ITEM #7 BOND PROGRAM MANAGER'S REPORT In the absence of Branch Library Improvement Program Manager Marilyn Thompson Deputy City Librarian Paul Underwood presented her usual reports, (copy attached). Public comment on AGENDA ITEM #7 BOND PROGRAM MANAGER'S REPORT An anonymous member of the public commented that the BLIP Manager's Report handouts were all but unreadable, but expressed appreciation for the update on the Library's Prop. 14 (State Library Bond Act) Applications. This person commented that they believed that the crucial question had not been asked, noting that this cycle was for the smallest amount of money with the largest number of applications. This person suggested that only the smallest percentage of applications would be successful. Mr. Peter Warfield also found the explanatory materials unreadable and suggested printing them in a bigger typeface would be helpful. Mr. Warfield then cited his cautionary remarks related to the Library's Prop. 14 Applications and asked again for details of the comments offered during a conference call between the Library and the state evaluators -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- AGENDA ITEM #9 FRIENDS CAPITAL CAMPAIGN UPDATE REPORT (TAKEN UP 8TH) Mr. Martín Gómez, Executive Director of the Friends of the San Francisco Public Library and the Friends' Ms. Kathy Bella, presented a detailed overview of the current status, proposed plans, and goals of the Friends of the Library's Capital Campaign for the Branch Libraries (copy attached). Public comment on AGENDA ITEM #9 FRIENDS CAPITAL CAMPAIGN UPDATE REPORT (TAKEN UP 8TH) None offered. Commission discussion of AGENDA ITEM #9 FRIENDS CAPITAL CAMPAIGN UPDATE REPORT (TAKEN UP 8TH) Commissioner Bautista found the campaign's planning impressive noting that it was crucial that training be an important element in achieving success in the campaign. Commissioner Bautista urged her colleagues to participate. Vice President Steiman reported that she was actively working on behalf of the Glen Park Branch and also encouraged her fellow Commissioners to participate in the campaign. Mr. Gómez called attention to the very active help and support that the Friends were receiving from Library administration and branch library staff. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- AGENDA ITEM # 10 ADJOURNMENT MOTION:Commissioner Bautista seconded Commissioner Chin that the meeting be adjourned. ACTION: AYE 5-0 (Bautista, Chin, Coulter, Steiman, and Strobin) The meeting was adjourned at 6:25pm. Michael Housh, Commission Secretary 1/28/04 Please note: Copies of Commission Minutes and handouts are available in the Office of the Commission Secretary, 100 Larkin Street, San Francisco, CA 94102 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Minutes of the Library Commission Meeting of January 20, 2004 Appendix A The Public Comment Summary Statements included in these Minutes are authorized by San Francisco Administrative Code Section 67.16. These summary statements are provided by the speaker. Their contents are neither generated by, nor subject to approval or verification of accuracy by, the San Francisco Public Library Commission. The number of members of the public who spoke anonymously at this meeting. 1 Public comment available for viewing in pdf format. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Explanatory documents: Copies of listed explanatory documents are available as follows: (1) from the Commission Secretary/Custodian of Records, Main Library, 6th Floor, (2) in the rear of the Koret Auditorium immediately before and during the meeting, and (3)to the extent possible, on the Library's Web site. Additional materials not listed as explanatory documents, if any, that are distributed to the Library Commissioners prior to or during the meeting in connection with any agenda item will be available to the public for inspection and copying in accordance with Government Code Section 54954.1 and Sunshine Ordinance §§ 67.9, 67.28(b) & 67.28(d).


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Three Irrefutable Facts About the Baucus Bill
The Senate Finance Committee votes today on Senator Max Baucus' version of the health care bill. Cato health care experts have analyzed the bill thoroughly, and point out three vital components to the cost and reach of the legislation:
1) The real cost of the bill is in excess of $2 trillion.
Chairman Max Baucus hoodwinked the CBO with a number of clever budgetary gimmicks, most notably by keeping about half of the cost off the federal books. The bill also assumes Congress will make cuts to Medicare payments, which has never once happened before.
2) The bill contains an enormous middle-class tax hike.
The bill imposes a 40 percent excise tax on health insurance plans that offer benefits in excess of $8,000 for an individual plan and $21,000 for a family plan. Insurers would almost certainly pass this tax on to consumers via higher premiums. As inflation pushes insurance premiums higher in coming years, more and more middle-class families will find themselves caught up in the tax — providing the government with more revenue.
3) The bill creates a national ID program.
The bill contains a paragraph explicitly addressing "eligibility verification." You must prove who you are to federal entitlement agencies in order to qualify for the bill's "state exchanges" and tax credits. No ID, no benefits.


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