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Why is the Greek sea water so blue?
On top of that, some typical Greek foods, particularly souvlaki, gyros, pita such as tyropita and spanakopita (respectively, cheese as well as spinach pie) are often offered in convenience food design. Greek food has a culinary practice of some 4,000 years and also is a part of the background as well as the culture of Greece. Greek cookery, traditionally a forerunner of Western food, spread its cooking influence, through old Rome, throughout Europe as well as past. It has influences from the different people’s cuisine the Greeks have actually engaged with over the centuries, as evidenced by numerous types of sweets and prepared foods. This testimonial of 5 human research studies on the Mediterranean diet plan analyzes its effects on weight reduction, numerous diseases, and also the danger of death.
What is the healthiest diet in the world?
There is nobody ideal way to comply with the Mediterranean diet regimen, as there are numerous nations around the Mediterranean sea and people in different locations might have eaten various foods. But yes, Gallus’ research is indeed much more proof that a Mediterranean diet regimen is a good idea.
“We found that normal pizza eaters had 34% less threat of mouth and also pharyngeal cancer, 59% less risk of esophageal cancer cells, as well as 25% much less risk of colon cancer,” claims Gallus. In this team of patients, pizza additionally lowered threat of anal cancer cells and laryngeal cancer, although not significantly.
Even the day-to-day market gos to develop a great state of mind when the mother’s satisfy each other, sharing gossip, dishes, or negotiating with the traders. Greek cuisine makes use of some flavorings more frequently than other Mediterranean foods do, namely oregano, mint, garlic, dill, onion as well as bay laurel leaves. Numerous Greek dishes, especially in the north components of the nation, use “sweet” flavors in combination with meat, for example cinnamon, allspice as well as cloves in stews.
- So not only is consuming like a Mediterranean native healthier, however likewise more environmentally friendly.
- Salmon and Couscous Casserole Salmon is tossed with couscous, spinach, and also roasted red peppers, after that covered with toasted almonds for a light and also easy dish that’s ready in much less than half an hour.
- Charcuterie Diner Lunch Box Inpired by Starbucks’ bistro boxes, this packable lunch is similar to a personal-size cheese plate to take on-the-go.
- There are thousands of risotto dishes; besides veggies they typically include fish and shellfish, meat, mushrooms and cheese, and also period it with herbs.
Is pizza on the Mediterranean diet?
As a matter of fact, the Mediterranean diet has been linked to increased fat burning, reduced inflammation, and also a lower risk of persistent condition. ” The Mediterranean diet regimen is among the most studied diet regimens with the highest possible rates of efficiency for overall decrease of heart disease along with various other persistent illness. Milk is not a significant Food Warren Mi consider the Medication diet as well as I question one research will considerably change that,” stated Kirkpatrick. The Taverna and also Estiatorio prevail, serving residence food preparation at budget friendly prices to both citizens and tourists. Lately, fast food has become a lot more prevalent, with neighborhood chains such as Goody’s springing up, though the majority of McDonald’s have actually shut.
You have to review food labels carefully if you want to stay clear of these harmful components. Researchers kept in mind that these people were extremely healthy and balanced compared to Americans as well as had a reduced threat of lots of way of life illness. Dina Ironmonger is a Nutrition and Dietetic Service technician, registered at the ProMedica Food Center.
When you’re pressed for time and want a high-protein morning meal, go with ordinary Greek yogurt with a touch of berries.
According to Wade’s research, the day-to-day amount of calcium offered by the Mediterranean diet averages in between milligrams each day (mg/day). A new take on the traditional Mediterranean diet plan offers a few of the exact same health advantages while potentially making it more easily accessible to Americans. One more easy breakfast on the Mediterranean diet is going with an English muffin stacked high with hearty garnishes. When you’re complying with the Mediterranean diet plan, insider consulted with dietitians and nutritional experts to identify some of the ideal points to eat for breakfast.

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IISD Reporting Services, through its ENB+ meeting coverage, has provided digital coverage of selected U.S. Center events every day, during the Marrakech Climate Change Conference - November 2016.
The following side events were covered on Friday, 11 November 2016:
- The Melting Arctic: A Glimpse into the Future of Global Climate Change
- Low-Emissions Development Strategies (LEDS) Global Partnership: Advancing Country Leadership on NDC Action
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The Melting Arctic: A Glimpse into the Future of Global Climate Change
Presented by the US Department of State
This event, moderated by Philip Duffy, Woods Hole Research Center, explored current scientific research on climate change and the Arctic, including the role of climate change in the Arctic on worldwide weather and weather extremes. Duffy emphasized that the Arctic is warming twice as fast as the planet as a whole.
John Reager, National Aeronautic and Space Administration (NASA), presented on the tools and data set used by NASA to better understand climate change science. Noting that the US presently has 25 space observation stations, he demonstrated the changes in global temperature, Arctic sea-ice thickness and extent. He explained that ice sheets can contribute to abrupt, non-linear sea level changes.
David Weindorf, Texas Tech, showed a preview of a film, titled ‘Between Earth and Sky,’ on the melting of the Arctic, debuting in early 2017. He said that the film will include interviews with top scientists and expressed hope that it will raise awareness of the dire consequences of climate change impacts in the Arctic and to other parts and communities of the world.
Stephen Vavrus, University of Wisconsin, said that permafrost thawing will have “stunning” impacts on infrastructure and coastal erosion in the Arctic. Predicting that walrus haulout on Alaskan beaches may become more common, he explained how the disruption of atmospheric circulation patterns can bring about higher frequencies of extreme weather.
Karen Florini, US Department of State, outlined her discussion on: elevating the priority of Arctic climate change policy; mitigating climate change; building resistance; and strengthening science. Specifically on the latest scientific knowledge of the Arctic cryosphere, she drew attention to the recent science report on Snow, Water, Ice and Permafrost in the Arctic (SWIPA). She explained that reducing black carbon and methane emissions can have significant co-benefits on human health in the near and medium term. She referenced priority sectors suggested to the Arctic Council, such as on: black carbon; oil gas flaring; and methane in waste management.
During discussions, participants addressed, inter alia: the role of NASA as a data provider for scientists and policy makers; the importance of continuity of scientific missions and effective science communication to the general public; and precisely predicting the first ice-free arctic summer.
David Weindorf, Texas Tech, expressed hope that the debut in 2017 of the film ‘Between Earth and Sky’ will raise awareness about the impacts of climate change in the Arctic and elsewhere.
Stephen Vavrus, University of Wisconsin, underscored that the impacts of climate change on the Arctic are already being felt now.
Moderator Philip Duffy, Woods Hole Research Center
Drawing on data from the Soil Moisture Active Passive (SMAP) Radar, John Reager, NASA, showed that soils will thaw earlier in the northern atmosphere.
A participant asks a question to the panel.
Karen Florini, US Department of State, reiterated that what happens in the Arctic does not stay in the Arctic.
Participants during the event
Stephen Vavrus (Coordinator), University of Wisconsin
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Low-Emissions Development Strategies (LEDS) Global Partnership: Advancing Country Leadership on NDC Action
Presented by the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL)
This event, moderated by Stephen King’uyu, Ministry of Environment & Natural Resources, Kenya, explored climate-resilient low-emission development and Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) implementation via technical collaboration.
Noting that the Low-Emissions Development Strategy Global Partnership (LEDS GP) catalyzes action across 300 countries and international organizations, Steve Hammer, World Bank, announced the recent establishment of LEDS GP’s fourth regional office in Eastern Europe and Eurasia.
Fernando Farias, Ministry of the Environment, Chile, drew attention to activities organized by LED GPs’s regional platform in Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC). He drew attention to the LED GP’s latest regional workshop in Panama, held in September 2016, and discussed technical cooperation in LAC on climate mitigation and adaption. He mentioned that the fortnightly LEDS LAC webinars have become one of the most popular services provided by the platform.
Nguyen Thi Dieu Trinh, Ministry of Planning and Investment, Viet Nam, drew attention to Viet Nam’s Climate Change Strategy and its Green Growth Strategy of 2012.
Richemonde Assie, Ministry of Environment, Côte d’Ivoire, listed priorities for LEDS in Africa such as: innovation action in mitigation; improving access to electricity by only renewable energy; and low-emission strategies.
Teimuraz Murgulia, Ministry of Environment and Natural Resources Protection, Georgia, highlighted the establishment of an emission baseline in his country. He announced that his country has committed to a 15 reduction in emissions from its baseline and a 25% reduction conditional on financial and technical support. He drew attention to the importance of support from the US Agency for International Development (USAID) to his country’s LEDS coordination committee, which is composed of officials from across government departments.
During discussions, participants discussed, inter alia: recognition that NDCs are addressing not only energy but, increasingly, also waste and forestry; and the importance of connecting technical advice from LEDS regional platforms to national coordinating committees composed of technical and political experts.
Panel (L-R): Stephen King’uyu, Ministry of Environment & Natural Resources, Kenya; Fernando Farias, Ministry of Environment, Chile; Nguyen Thi Dieu Trinh, Ministry of Planning and Investment of Vietnam; Richemonde Assie, Ministry of Environment of Côte d’Ivoire; and Teimuraz Murgula, Ministry of Environment and Natural Resources Protection, Georgia
Nguyen Thi Dieu Trinh, Ministry of Planning and Investment, Viet Nam, noted that the Climate Finance Task Force is looking at how to implement Viet Nam’s Low-Carbon Strategy.
Steve Hammer, World Bank, announced the establishment of the NDC Partnership in 2016 to provide access to and support coordination of political level dialogues, and access to knowledge products.
Stephen King’uyu, Ministry of Environment & Natural Resources, Kenya
Richemonde Assie, Ministry of Environment, Côte d’Ivoire, stressed the importance of raising awareness of LEDS to high-level decision makers in ministries at both national and regional levels.
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Teimuraz Murgula, Ministry of Environment and Natural Resources Protection, Georgia, drew attention to the importance of USAID’s support to his country’s LEDS coordination committee.
Participants during the event
Stephen King’uyu (Moderator), University of Wisconsin
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Recent figures show that bike thefts on campus have seen a dramatic increase in recent years. A Freedom Of Information request reveals a rise of 168 per cent since the 2016/17 academic year with 59 thefts reported last year.
The worst for reported thefts is along University Road, outside the JB Morrell Library and the carpark on Vanburgh Way, where more than 10 thefts have been reported since January 2019 (as of September 2019).
According to figures, most remain unsolved with no suspect identified. This follows a Nouse investigation earlier this year which revealed that over a fifth of CCTV cameras on campus are not in operation due to compatibility issues.
A spokesperson from the University has told Nouse:
“Security staff have conducted a review of cycle thefts and identified a number of cycle sheds on campus that have been damaged by unknown persons potentially trying to gain unauthorised entry. Repairs are being carried out on any cycle shed that is not secure. High visibility patrols are being conducted on a regular basis and joint patrols are taking place with local police teams.”
Security have a stand at all University open days and at Freshers’ Fair to promote safety and security where they advise staff and students about safe cycling and securing cycles. They work jointly with the police and host events at the university colleges where students can get valuables like bicycles property marked.”
This increase in cycle crime is not solely confined to campus. North Yorkshire Police’s crime map shows that most thefts occur within the city walls, with 45 reported in August 2019. Hotspots include Clifford Street, The Shambles and around York College, where the highest density of incidents have occurred over the past few months. North Yorkshire Police recommend using two locks to secure your bike as well as getting it security marked and registered while Campus Security suggest D-Locks offer a greater challenge to potential thieves.

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On behalf of the 600 members of the Professional Fire Fighters of Greensboro-IAFF Local 947 (PFFG), it is my pleasure to welcome you to our website. Firefighters in the city of Greensboro have a long history of engaging in the collective action and trade-unionism through our affiliation as a Local chapter of the International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF). We are the largest public-employee union in the city of Greensboro and the largest union of active-duty firefighters in North Carolina.
First and foremost, Greensboro's firefighters are community servants. Your firefighters work hard to give back to the residents of Greensboro both on and off the job. Throughout the year, we engage in several community-based projects that provide resources to some of our city's most vulnerable residents. Some of our work has included raising over $25,000 for pediatric cancer research, organizing an annual Coats for Kids event, and partnering with a local church to provide over 2,000 free meals to families impacted by poverty. Serving our community is foundational to who we are as an organization.
Greensboro’s firefighters are also engaged in efforts for positive change within our department. Our firefighters organized our union in 1947. Since that time, PFFG members have advocated to make a difficult and dangerous job safer and more equitable. Many aspects of the fire service and trade-union movement have changed for the better since 1947, but our overarching mission has remained the same; to be a vehicle of positive change within the Greensboro Fire Department, to promote trade-unionism, to build positive working relationships with elected officials and other decision makers, and advocate for health, safety, and training initiatives. Greensboro's firefighters are part of a proud tradition of education, organization, and advocacy for firefighters, firefighter families, and the public we are sworn to protect.
Over the last decade, we have been very successful in moving a pro-firefighter agenda forward in Greensboro. As a direct result of our advocacy, we have seen an increased number of firefighters on firetrucks (which makes our response to emergencies more effective), defense of our worker’s compensation benefits so firefighters injured on the job are not impacted by financial hardship, increases in compensation that are more in-line with the industry standard, and many other initiatives that help to recruit and retain and talented and diverse workforce.
Greensboro's firefighters will continue to provide high levels of fire and rescue protection to our residents, work hard to be a force for good within our community, and advocate for a safe and equitable workplace. Thank you for your interest in our organization. We are proud to be Greensboro firefighters, proud to serve you, and proud to be part of the long history of trade-union activity in our city.
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Parenting Book Trends
Saturday, March 26, 2005
There's a fascinating article about trends in books about mothering -- and, specifically, the future of the so-called momoir -- over at Brain, Child -- one of the most influential magazines about mothering. Thanks to Baldo for the link.
As you would imagine, I hear a lot about parenting book publishing trends -- what's hot, what's not; what's in, what's out -- and I have a few opinions on this subject that I'd like to share:
(1) There will always be a market for authentic, first-person accounts of motherhood. The genres, forms, and styles may shift -- and the labels applied to those writings may change -- but mothers will always hunger for the chance to read about other mothers' experiences of mothering. (Previous generations of moms enjoyed Jean Kerr's Please Don't Eat the Daisies, Shirley Jackson's Life Among the Savages, and Erma Bombeck's If Life is a Bowl of Cherries What Am I Doing in the Pits?. Clearly, humor was the genre du jour for this generation of moms.) And, in our Mom University interview earlier this week, Jen of MUBAR (Mothered Up Beyond All Recognition stresssed how much books by writers like Anne Lamott, Andrea Buchanan, and Faulkner Fox have meant to her.
(2) There will always be a market for "how to" parenting guides, but parents no longer want super-bossy parenting books that serve up overly simplistic and unhelpful solutions. They want real-world advice that applies to their lives and that recognizes that there's no one-size-fits-all solution that applies to every parent and every kid.
(3) Parents want to be recognized as the true experts when it comes to their own kids. A "doctor knows best" approach simply doesn't fly with this generation of parents -- well, at least not the parents I know. Parents value the input of doctors and other health professionals on a range of parenting issues, but they see these professionals as resource people rather than the all-knowing experts on anything and everything parenting-related. (How could they possibly know your child better than you do when they only see your child during so many 15 minute visits per year?)
Anyway, I think that mothering books and parenting guides are definitely evolving for the better, and I for one am loving the increasing diversity in this category.
I also love the fact that it's no longer a crime to inject humor into pregnancy and parenting books. (For a while there, it seemed like it was a crime punishable by death and/or the eighth deadly sin.)
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Juneteenth, also known as Freedom Day or Emancipation Day, celebrates the day in 1865 when enslaved African Americans in Texas were finally informed of their freedom, two years after the Emancipation Proclamation was signed. This day is now recognized as a national holiday, and the Steppin Into Juneteenth Shirt is the perfect way to show your support and raise awareness.
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Ithaca conservationists warn of invasive species: 'Nature is not natural anymore'
James Hamilton first became active in protecting the environment more than 20 years ago, when possible lead contamination from a shooting range in the Town of Ithaca was causing concern about the water quality of Six Mile Creek.
Since then, Hamilton’s interest in protecting the environmental health of the Finger Lakes has both increased and evolved. Now focused on the prevalence of invasive species, the longtime member of the Town of Ithaca’s Conservation Board was among a handful of conservationists who gathered last Thursday night at East Shore Park to educate the public about recognizing and eradicating the non-native species threatening the region’s land and waterways.
“You look in any direction around here and you’ll find some kind of invasive species problem,” said Hamilton.
To illustrate the problem, Hamilton and other participants brought examples of harmful, non-native plants – including garlic mustard, pale swallowwort, multiflora rose and wild parsnip – from their own backyards to help educate the public about recognizing and reporting destructive invasives.
The Town of Ithaca, Cayuga Lake Watershed, and the Finger Lakes Partnership for Regional Invasive Species Management (PRISM) also provided books and pamphlets to help citizens recognize damaging non-native plants, insects, invertebrates and fish.
“The key is early detection and rapid response,” said Lindsay Dombroskie, a landscape ecologist and associate member of the conservation board. “If it’s in one location in New York and we eradicate it, then it doesn’t have the chance to spread to huge areas.”
A landscape vulnerable to invasive species
A landscape ecologist, Dombroskie said the human-altered landscapes of the eastern United States are particularly vulnerable to damaging invasive species. She noted that pale swallowwort, a shade-tolerant blooming vine with oval or heart-shaped leaves that thrives in disturbed environments, has “completely carpeted the understory of our state parks to the point where no other understories species can compete.”
"After a certain point, you can’t do eradication, you’re just doing control," said Dombroskie. "You’re trying to limit the damage, but the damage is there to stay wherever that species has become established."
In her own backyard, Dombroskie has found jumping worms, which can destroy the duff layer of soil by turning it into a granule, easily erodible substance. The duff layer of soil is a fundamental part of the ecosystem where tree seeds are established and is essential for forest regeneration.
"Something as minuscule as a worm can have a cascading effect," said Dombroskie.
Conservationists have seen measurable success in invasive species containment and eradication. One example is the containment of hydrilla, a hardy, fast-growing aquatic plant first found in the Cayuga Lake watershed in August 2011 by a Floating Classroom volunteer. Hydrilla infestations are considered a serious ecological threat that can lead to depleted oxygen levels, fish kills and clogged waterways. Hydrilla can also contribute to harmful algae blooms (HABs).
While herbicide treatments were used to stop the spread of hydrilla in Cayuga Lake, it's an ongoing effort dependent on public awareness. All boaters should clean their watercraft thoroughly, while interested volunteers can receive training from Cayuga Lake Watershed Network on how to recognize and report hydrilla.
"Community-based monitoring to catch new infestations is the most important thing to keep it from spreading up and down the shoreline," said Liz Kreitinger, Steward/Executive Director of the Cayuga Lake Watershed Network.
Stopping the spread of invasive terrestrial species is also dependent on community efforts.
"The key to preventing the spread of invasive species is clean your shoes to make sure you are not transmitting seeds from one place to another," said Elise Edwards, ecologist and associate member of the conservation board.
'Nature is not natural anymore'
The Town of Ithaca's Conversation Board has been working with the town's parks manager and public works department to not just contain or remove invasive species, but to replace them with native species.
The East Hill and South Hill rec ways are the biggest and most visible invasive species eradication projects undertaken by the town, noted Michael Smith, Town of Ithaca senior planner. Both popular trails were thick with a variety of destructive invasive plants, with honeysuckle being the biggest problem.
Following the removal of the invasive plants, crews gradually replanted with native plants, trees and shrubs. Maples, oaks and shrubs were planted to start repopulating the area with a variety of native species.
"Nature is not natural anymore. You have to garden it," said Hamilton. "If not, you will end up with a toxic wasteland."
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by Sylvia Hikins - £4.99 Songster (2016)
paperback ISBN 13: 9780956307194 | ISBN 10: 0956307191
Sylvia Hikins is a poet, painter, author and music maker who has appeared widely on the poetry circuits, including the Edinburgh Fringe and has broadcast on radio and television. For seven years presenter of First Friday on BBC Radio Merseyside, she then, jointly with Dave Ward, judged and edited the 800 line Liverpool Saga, sponsored by Phil Redmond and the Liverpool Echo in celebration of the 800th year of Liverpool's Charter. Drawn to Iceland and Norway, Sylvia is also a prodigious painter of wild landscapes with recent solo exhibitions at the Gallery Ofeigur in Reykjavik, The Chester Grosvenor Museum, Liverpool's Nordic Church, the Williamson Art Gallery and Museum, Wirral, and the Castle Park Arts Centre, Frodsham.
Sylvia writes: 'Painting, writing, poetry is one way I respond to the world around me. Listen, look, feel. Nature is at the heart of our creative thoughts. When I stare out into the Mersey Estuary I hear the distant voices of our Viking ancestors, see those wild expanses of ice, fire, mountain, sea and a sky full of dancing Northern Lights.'
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Facing the Psyop
A Plea for Civic Activism and Constitutional Integrity
I understand that this may stir discontent among many, and I recognize the possibility that friendships may strain as a result. However, silence is no longer an option for me; my conscience compels me to speak out. My hope is that more individuals will find the courage to do the same.
Various theories are making rounds, suggesting actions and decisions undertaken by former President Trump prior to his supposed departure from office. Among these, some even assert that he has not officially ceded his role, claiming that he remains the incumbent President or Commander-in-Chief.
It is challenging for me to witness the individuals who propagate these theories, some of whom I previously held in high regard. These individuals, all supporters of Trump, confound me with their acceptance of concepts that challenge the very foundations of our constitutional and legal systems.
The situation seems to veer into an almost surreal territory where the Constitution is viewed as temporarily suspended or irrelevant. This is an alarming perspective that undermines the very essence of our constitutional republic and rule of law. Should we accept that the Constitution is suspended, we also accept the voiding of our legal and military laws, regulations, statutes, codes, and ordinances – all of which derive directly from the Constitution.
Such a scenario is catastrophic: without the Constitution, there is no accountability. The prospect that some people accept this possibility genuinely baffles me. The Constitution safeguards our rights, our way of life, our religious beliefs; all is at stake without it. If these theory’s were to occur under Trump, who is to say a more tyrannical leader, would not attempt the same? These theories implicate Trump as a tyrant and dictator. I wonder if the way Trump will be viewed as as being a tyrant and a dictator even cross their minds?
The implications are deeply troubling. Without the rule of law, any leader can construct narratives about groups of individuals, branding them as 'other', potentially fostering division and discord or worse. This concern has led to my confusion over the direction of the MAGA movement. I want to assure everyone that not all its members subscribe to these theories. However, we risk alienating a large portion of our base if we fail to address this issue.
It is essential to remember the entities against which Trump has positioned himself – corruption, the 'swamp', deep state, the global elite, and others. To fight these effectively, we require the rule of law. Each of us would expect the law to defend us were we unjustly accused, and we must maintain that standard for all.
It is deeply puzzling to me why some support ideologies that promote bypassing the Constitution. The belief that the level of corruption justifies suspending the Constitution for redress is not just absurd, but dangerous. Instead, I urge everyone to scrutinize these theories through the lens of the Constitution and rule of law, for without them, we risk plunging our society into chaos.
A failure to find a constitutionally legal pathway to address these issues does not mean one does not exist. I am witnessing intelligent individuals endorse and follow misguided theories. It is with regret that I raise this issue, but I implore you to reassess your stance. As it stands, I fear we are falling behind.
The theories circulating within our community seem to precipitate several concerning outcomes:
Diminished civic participation.
A lack of urgency about the present situation.
A systematic undermining of our Constitution and founding principles.
An erosion of national pride in the rule of law.
To those who adhere to these theories, you might assure yourselves by planning to vote. However, let me make it clear: voting, while crucial, is merely the start. Our current circumstances demand more than just casting ballots. We need civic involvement leading up to, during, and after the voting process is completed. We need creative solutions, proactive involvement, relentless determination, and unyielding patriotism. Our sense of national pride is under threat from these ideologies.
Some may argue that I'm exaggerating, but from my perspective, the opposite is true. I fear that many are underestimating the effects of these theories. I foresee a potential loss in 2024, which I believe to be a deliberate outcome. It appears to me as one of the most successful psychological operations unfolding before our very eyes, the purpose of which is to induce a state of cynicism, apathy, or some other form of "trust the plan" inaction.
For those who believe that our Constitution is so damaged that it requires a reset, I contend that this perspective is not only uninformed but also perilous and reckless. We must endeavor to set an example by employing our current Constitution to enforce accountability. If you believe this is unachievable, I worry that your judgment may have been clouded by the psychological manipulation at play.
Our Constitution is not simply a relic of a bygone era; it is a dynamic blueprint that shapes our national identity. It serves as our ethical guidepost and a symbol of our collective values. Moreover, it is our most potent weapon in preserving our republic and ensuring justice in our society. As custodians of this living document, it is our duty to protect and uphold it, to safeguard the stability and harmony of the future we bequeath to coming generations.
As we transition into the matter of election integrity, one of the primary drivers behind the previously mentioned theories is the accusation of election theft. Some proponents argue that there may have been instances of electoral misconduct, and it is indeed crucial for us to investigate these claims rigorously. A worrying number of people seem to accept or even advocate for the suspension of the Constitution to enable military governance. Yet, should we unquestioningly accept that every judge involved in these court cases was complicit in corruption? It seems more reasonable to entertain the probability that a small subset of judges may have fallen prey to corruption (scenario one), or to consider the potential lack of appropriate expertise among those that collected evidence with no evidence collection expertise (scenario two). These possibilities invite legitimate concerns about the credibility of the evidence provided. Furthermore, it is vital to contemplate which scenario is more manageable and straightforward to address. Allow me to delve deeper into these considerations.
Let us not forget the fundamental principles upon which our court systems are built. The presumption of innocence until proven guilty carries immense weight in our society. This principle should not be taken lightly, for it is the cornerstone of justice. Now, turning our attention to the investigations, we must question the widespread notion that every state involved was tainted by corruption. Such an assertion requires substantial evidence. Were any of us physically present during these investigations? These doubts underscore the urgent need for our active involvement in the upcoming elections.
If you find yourself infuriated by the current state of affairs, it is imperative that you channel that frustration into action. Merely expressing discontent without participating in the democratic process is an exercise in futility. Do you truly wish to relinquish the very foundation of our constitution in order to combat corruption? I implore you to think deeply about the consequences of such a drastic decision. Our collective voice matters, and it can only be heard if we actively engage in the electoral process. Trust in ourselves and let us seize the opportunity to shape our future.
Now, let me be clear, I'm not dismissing the possibility of irregularities or cheating. What I'm emphasizing is our absence during those crucial moments. We must be present to witness and understand the process. I know this might not sit well with some people and it might anger many. Frankly, I couldn't care less. Lately, it seems I've been consistently challenging the status quo. Why? Because I've been urging people to actively engage with their local government. Why would that upset anyone? Or for advocating the importance of upholding our cherished constitution, why would that make anyone mad? I fail to comprehend it.
The only conclusion I can draw is that some of you have been so thoroughly indoctrinated to believe that our beloved constitution is beyond repair. Are you suggesting we should burn it all down? Have you lost your sanity? I am seething with anger, desperately searching for another soul who shares my level of fury.
Another concern that deeply troubles me, in addition to this indoctrinated mindset, is the tendency of some to opt for the path of least resistance. It seems easier for them to make sweeping claims, declaring everything and everyone as corrupt, and simply rely on the military to come in and fix everything. But when has the easy way ever been the right way?
We must not succumb to the allure of shortcuts and quick fixes. History has shown us that such approaches often lead to disastrous outcomes. Genuine change, lasting progress, and the preservation of our constitutional principles require diligent effort, not hasty solutions. It is through active engagement, critical thinking, and a steadfast commitment to the principles enshrined in our constitution that we can overcome challenges and pave the way for a brighter future. Let us not be swayed by the seduction of simplicity, but rather embrace the noble struggle that lies ahead.
Now, let those who are inclined towards weak-mindedness and taking the easy way come forth and attack my ideas. I shall patiently await your arrival. Show yourselves, individuals who prefer the path of least resistance.
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Laura A. Wright earned her BA degrees in English and Drama at the University of Montana and completed her MA and PhD at the University of Connecticut. Her research interests include multiethnic literatures of the United States, graphic narrative, and dystopian literature. In the classroom, she encourages students to challenge dominant cultural narratives by reading with and against materials, and to speak back to these narratives with materials of their own. Her book manuscript, “Prizing Difference: PEN Awards and Multiculturalist Politics in American Fiction,” examines the intersection of national prizes for the novel with discourses surrounding multiculturalism from the 1930s to the present. She has received a fellowship from the University of Connecticut Humanities Institute and archival fellowships from the libraries at the University of Virginia and Princeton University in support of this project. She enjoys spending time hiking and fishing in the Montana outdoors.


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HANCOCK COUNTY, IN –Two construction workers were seriously hurt in a traffic accident that happened in Hancock County, Indiana on Thursday, May 29th, 2014, according to a news report from WISH-TV.
Both Mark Evans and another construction worker were hurt when they were hit by a tractor-trailer when they were removing reflectors on the roadway on Interstate 70 around 1:30 in the afternoon Thursday.
Scene of the Accident
Mark Evans was taken by EMS personnel to a nearby hospital, as was 26-year-old Willie Pittman.
The driver of the tractor trailer was identified in the report as 37 year old Daniel Kebebe. Police think the trucker had swerved to avoid traffic when the vehicles collided.
Investigators from the Indiana State Police expect to release the findings of their investigation at a later date.
Judging from the news article, there could be a number of angles to look at this accident from. On one hand, we have men at work, and I’m wondering how clearly marked the work zone was at the time of the accident. If the area the victims were working was not properly marked, their employer could be facing some hard questions about the accident. On the other hand, we have a tractor-trailer who could not stop to avoid slowed traffic, which tells me a few things. Either the driver was speeding, and did not have the distance required to stop the truck, or at least slow it to the point where an impact could be avoided, or the truck driver was not paying attention to the road, and by the time he looked up, it was too late. In either of these situations, the trucking company could be taking the brunt of the responsibility.
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The Director-General of the Nigeria Broadcasting Commission (NBC), Ishaq Midibbo-Kawu has clarified recent media reports that his commission banned some songs, stating that Nigerians must understand the statutory mandate of NBC.
“It is important to let Nigerians understand that NBC does not ban any song. I read on social media platforms all the time that NBC banned a song, the commission never bans any. What NBC does all the time is to remind our operates that there are certain categorisation of music that are important in broadcasting. If a song is categorised, Not To Be Broadcast” (NTBB) because of the lyrics of the song, then, we will remind the broadcasters that they cannot be broadcast”, he said.
He went further to say: “This is what it is misinterpreted in the social media that we banned the song.
The Director-General also refuted the allegation that NBC was carrying out a jihad on Nigerian songs based on a petition by a faith-based human rights organization, Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC).
He stressed that the NBC did not carry out any jihad, but only responded to a song on a radio station because it had lyrics that were NTBB. He gave an assurance that the Federal Government through the NBC would not infringe on artistic liberty or licence.
He however reminded artistes and broadcast organisations of their responsibilities to Nigerians and the youths in particular.
“Last week I issued a press release to urge Nigerian artistes to have different versions of their songs. They should do a version that can be used for public broadcast space and another version for club usage which can carry all kinds of lyrics that they want if they want their songs to be broadcast on radio and television in Nigeria, these songs must conform to rules and must be songs that young people can listen to,” he said.
He disclosed that the commission was planning a national dialogue with Nigerian leading artistes on the need to avoid vulgar lyrics and hate speeches in their songs. “The truth of the matter is that 75 per cent of our population is under the age of 35, while 63 per cent is under the age of 25, so we have a younger population. If you go on You tube, Olamide Song ‘Wo’ his over 10 million hits.
“That tells you the kind of influence these young artistes have on all our children in the country. They should help to orientate the young people on the right values. If their songs celebrate sex violence, use of drugs, alcohol and fraud, then they are not helping in moulding young people. We believe that the young generation who listen to them can be guided through the use of their artistic works to play functional social purposes in the society”, he said.
He said the dialogue would focus on the need for the artistes to use their music to propagate positive messages about development.
I’m Eager To Find Love Again -Tiwa Savage
Nigerian singer, Tiwa Savage, has declared her desire to find love and experience once again. The Koroba Crooner shared her deepest wish with her fans and followers via her instagram page. The number one African bad girl is highly optimistic that her prince charming will seek her out soonest as she is ready to be found and pampered with love.
Tiwa shared a picture of herself as she looked gorgeously dressed in a beautifully tailored pink dress for Toyin Lawani’s wedding reception. She captioned it ‘somebody’s son will find me one day.
Savage was married to Tunji Balogun popularly know as Tee Billz Balogun on November 23, 2013 the couple held their traditional marriage at the Ark in Lekki, while their white wedding was held on April 26,2014 at the Armani Hotel, Dubai.
In 2015, Tiwa gave birth to her first child with Tee Billz. However, in 2016 the singer announced the crash of her marriage as she accused her husband of financial recklessness, drug addiction and abandonment.
Burna Boy Drinks From Grammy Award Plaque
It is no news that Burna Boy was nominated by the organisers of the grammy awards event and won the award with his popular album Twice As Tall. The award remains a highlight for all the nominations, awards won and every other achievement so far in his musical career.
The self acclaimed African Giant was out clubbing with friends over the weekend and made sure to take along his grammy award plague. In the viral video which surfaced on the internet, the kilometer singer was seen in the club in the company of friends as they celebrated his taking receipt of his grammy win.
In the course of their celebration Odogwu held out the gold plague as champaign was poured into it after which he drank the entire content. The video has gone viral and got social media users talking and expressing diverse opinions, while a popular boy has criticised the Afro fusion singer for taking his plague to a club, noting he and his plague have begun a nation wide tour and may visit all the 774 local government areas in Nigeria.
Social media users have become defence ministers for Burna Boy and they have slammed the blog while hailing the artite, noting the grammy win was well deserved and he can celebrate and do whatever makes him happy with his plague.
Dansonko said: “Celebrate your wins, you worked for it, you deserve it and no one can tell you otherwise.
Alibaba, Banky W, Others Attend Wizkid’s Debut Album’s 10th Anniversary
On June 12, 2021, Grammy Award winning music star, Wizkid celebrated the 10th anniversary of his debut album, ‘Super Star’. In a documentary shared on Wizkid’s insa stories, industry giants like Bankyw, Alibaba, Femi Kuti, Basket Mouth and others took turns to speak on the 30-year-old singers evolution since his successful debut.
To celebrate the 10th anniversary of the release of the album under BankyW’s Eme, Wizkid released a docu-series titled. “A super star’ made in Lagos on his you tube page and shared across his social media handles.
Speaking in the docu-series, wizkid reflects on his childhood, recalling his early days in Surelere and being the last child of his parents. Wizkid took time to share his experience in BankyW’s Enyire Maths Entertainment (EME) which signed him and released the album.
“Getting signed to Bankyw was one of the amazing things that happened to me, it was just an amazing moment for me, it changed my life,” Wizkid said.
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text: Steph Sterling is the Vice President and Senior Advisor at the Roosevelt Institute. She previously served as Director of Strategic Initiatives and Legislative Director at the Service Employees International Union (SEIU), where she led the organization’s legislative program on behalf of the union’s 2.1 million members. Prior to SEIU, she was the Director of Government Relations and Senior Advisor at the National Women’s Law Center, where she developed and advocated for policies to improve the lives of low-income women, and successfully advanced key policies included in the Affordable Care Act. She has served as a federal lobbyist for the Planned Parenthood Federation of America, led policy and communications efforts for a Congressional candidate, served as professional staff on a Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee subcommittee, and worked as a legislative aide to U.S. Senator Barbara Mikulski. She holds a JD from Georgetown University Law Center and a BA from Brown University.

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Das große Deponia & Elysium Kochbuch
The great Deponia & Elysium Cookbook
It is done! After half a year of work, I am proudly presenting my Cookbook for the videogame trilogy Deponia. Not only Rufus and Goal show you their favourite recipes, also Cletus, the Organon, Lotti and many more celebrate their guest appearances. Each recipe is an… experience for itself and only waits for you to try it out.
This was made for this year’s semester in Corporate Design and I have chosen Daedalic Entertainment to create something unique for them. I will be shown at this years Open Days at my design school and I’ll also get a frame in our personal “bianually Hall of Fame”. I’m very proud!
Here it is, guys!
English Script (PDF - rough draft*)
* Right now the script has all the dialogue and lyrics for the show, but only has the stage directions for most of the first act. I was kind of running out of time, so I…
Wow that was a lot of work. お疲れ様でした
OMG WOW THANK YOU!!!!!!!!!!!!
Thank you!!! :D
"We love summer!" Senka’s Todoroki Yuu and Hoshigumi Top Star Yuzuki Reon say in unison. They’ll be onstage together in this summer’s Grand Theater performance, "The Lost Glory," which takes Shakespeare’s tragedy "Othello" as its motif. Playing a villain for the first time in a long while, Yuzuki takes on Todoroki in a self-destructive attack. [literally: "Yuzuki bodyslams Todoroki"]
1920s New York. A man with abundant popularity in his career is taken in by suspicions, and goes tumbling down the slope of mistrust. He doubts the fidelity of his beautiful wife (Yumesaki Nene)….. Todoroki plays a character tossed about by those raw emotions.
"I feel some excitement and rivalry performing with a mature combi like Yuzuki-san and Yumesaki-san." When she told Yuzuki to stop thinking about it and just come at her, "She really did bodyslam me. I told her she was going to break me and to cut it out."
There’s more, I’ll translate later if I have time.
…damn, Chie. I’m kind of impressed…
(this show sounds pretty awesome!)
Chie, you’re awesome


State of the City 2023: Wu proposes development overhaul, plans to modernize zoning code
Disassembled? Dismembered? Torn from the surly bonds of the town hall? Not enough. The Boston Planning and Development Agency, a frequent target of campaigns for abolition and reform, appears poised to continue its existence in one form or another for the foreseeable future, should the first “city state by Mayor Michelle Wu is an indication of what will happen next.
But big changes are coming for the agency, which is still officially known by its original name, the Boston Redevelopment Authority.
Held inside MGM Music Hall near Fenway Park, Wu’s speech focused on the weeks, months and years ahead of his first term and outlined plans to revise the development process of the city and restructure the agency.
She said she plans to sign an executive order on Thursday to set up a planning advisory council, led by Arthur Jemison, the city’s chief planning officer and head of the BPDA. Wu’s chiefs of staff who focus on capital planning, transportation, climate, housing and the arts will also be part of the group.
BPDA staff members will eventually transfer to the new department, but the BPDA’s board of directors, which includes appointees mayors and governors, will continue to exist as Boston officials rework the zoning code to that fewer projects need to be submitted for approval by municipal commissions.
“Over the next year, we will move planning efforts from the BPDA to a new Department of Urban Planning and Design, to expand urban planning and design as a coordinated effort that guides our growth,” Wu said in his speech. “Our vision is for Boston to sustainably reach our peak population of 800,000 with housing and schools, parks and public transportation to support that growth.”
She also said she plans to file legislation, in the form of a self-governance petition, that would end “urban renewal,” which was originally intended to channel money into redevelopment of struggling towns after the Second World War. To become law, the petition must be approved by City Council and State House leaders, in addition to the mayor’s signature.
Rather than focusing on urban renewal, which targeted “urban blight and decay”, Wu said the end of these powers means the city will focus on climate resilience, affordability and equity issues .
“Together, these changes will, for the first time since the 1960s, restore planning as a central function of city government,” she said.
Wu also said that in February his administration plans to convene a steering committee, made up of real estate and community leaders, to revamp the “Section 80” portion of the zoning code, which dates back to 1996 and provides for a process review for projects ranging in size from the $5 billion “Dorchester Bay City” to the $5 million 24-unit condominium building on Coffey Street.
“We will simplify and speed up timelines so that the right projects get started faster,” she said. “We will also be transferring BPDA compliance and enforcement to [Mayor’s] Office of Housing so that our communities can be sure that we always benefit fully from development agreements.
The BPDA, still officially known as the Boston Redevelopment Authority even after a 2016 name change under Mayor Marty Walsh’s administration, has been criticized for decades by several mayoral candidates and neighborhood activists.
Wu campaigned on the “abolition” of the BPDA, and on Wednesday night she echoed many of her criticisms of the agency. “The focus on building buildings rather than community has stunted the talent of its staff and widened the disparities in our city,” she said.
Asked about the BPDA changes, City Council Speaker Ed Flynn said he needed to know more about the proposal. “I can’t wait to read it and study it,” he said.
State Rep. Russell Holmes, who represents Mattapan, said the BPDA changes made sense to him. “If that’s what the new BPDA is, and it’s now run by the city, and that’s the biggest change, I’m okay with that,” he said. “Looks like she’s getting something back that she thought she should have had all along.”
As to whether the Legislative Assembly will support the self-reliance petition, “I say they come and show us the proposal,” he added. “The city should handle the planning.”
Moving to a system where projects don’t have to come as often before the city because Boston is already planned, like in New York, will be a “culture shock,” Holmes said. “We are used to being able to commit and stop projects and being very vocal. Plan the city and it won’t.
Former State Rep. Jeffrey Sanchez, who represented Jamaica Plain, Mission Hill and Brookline when he was in the Legislative Assembly, offered high marks for Wu as she navigated her first term. “She said she was going to take care of it and she takes care of it,” he said of the BPDA. “It’s something that Mayor Wu has spoken about since she was a councillor. It’s something that is close to her heart and that she has thought about a lot.
Wu also plans to file a house rules petition that restores rent control for Boston.
“It’s always been one of those third-rail issues,” Sanchez said. “That was when I was in the building, when the votes took place, and it will be now.”
Massachusetts voters eliminated rent control in 1994, but the Wu administration last week introduced a “rent stabilization” proposal that calls for capping the maximum annual rent increase at 10%.
The policy includes an exemption for buildings for the first 15 years of opening, as well as for smaller owner-occupied buildings.
“She brings ideas together and engages the city in a refreshing way. But it’s going to be difficult, because at the end of the day, there’s a lot of interest. I am a small owner myself, I am curious to see how this affects the small owner,” he said. “At the same time, there are a lot of people making a lot of money in this town” thanks to AirBnb and others at the expense of neighborhoods that had more families.
“People who have made this city safe, who are cleaning up neighborhoods, meaning trash, but who have also reclaimed their neighborhoods from violence and human trafficking, those people should be able to stay in the city of Boston,” said Tito Jackson, a Dorchester resident and former Councilman for District 7. “We do ‘eds and meds’ (colleges and hospitals) here. The nurses have to live here. People who clean hospitals have to get out of here. These people cannot live four hours away.
Some rent control supporters said the Wu administration’s proposal didn’t go far enough and planned to pass a statewide bill that would limit rent increases to 5% a year. . They gather on Saturday, January 28 on the steps of the State House.
Opponents of rent control say its return would wreak havoc on the housing market.
Holmes said he was “not a big fan” of rent control in general. “Let’s see what happens in the city,” he said, referring to the need for the measure to clear the city council first. “I have no problem dropping it off if it makes sense, but I haven’t seen what it is yet,” he said.
In a scrum with reporters after his speech, Wu said the rent control proposal had not been finalized. “But it’s been a very thorough process based on Boston-specific market conditions, rents in each neighborhood and also best practices nationwide and other places that have rent stabilization in place already, whatever. has been their experience,” she said.
“Most of the changes we need will take time to implement,” Wu continued. “But we have a window of time to shut down. Every day, people are driven out of our city. Every day the market gets tougher and businesses suffer because their employees can no longer afford to live in Boston. So we have to go as fast as possible. I’m not going to settle for anything other than using every possible tool at our disposal as quickly as possible.
Other housing-related highlights from his speech include:
– An executive order that requires all new construction and renovations to schools, municipal buildings and city-run public housing to be “entirely fossil fuel free.”
– She promised that the Boston Housing Authority would end the use of fossil fuels by 2030: “This will mean unprecedented investments to retrofit these buildings and meet Governor Healey’s ambitious goals for heat pump deployment , ensuring that families who need it most get healthier food first. houses and reduced energy costs.
The full speech is available here.
Seth Daniel contributed to this report. This article has been updated with additional comments.
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I'm tempted to make the headline "4 men, 5,000 women!" just as a joke but I won't. Not this time.
This is C.I.'s "Iraq snapshot:"
Thursday, July 7, 2011. Chaos and violence continue, more US soldiers are announced dead, Chair of the Joint Chiefs talks US forces in Iraq beyond 2011, Camp Ashraf betrayed?, and more.
Yesterday on Flashpoints (KPFA, Pacifica), guest host Kevin Pina spoke with Mahdi Darius Nazemroaya who has left Canada to report from Libya on the illegal war.
Kevin Pina: So give us an update, what's going on on the ground there?
Mahdi Darius Nazemoraya: Well I did look at some of the press reports being released saying that the gates of Tripoli had been reached by the rebels. That is totally untrue. That is not happening whatsoever. Nothing like that has happened whatsoever. In fact what I am hearing here is contradictory to what the press is saying in North America and Western Europe and that's the western mountains have been regained by the Libyan military -- or as they call it in their reports pro-Gaddafi forces. So there's total contradictions on the ground here and from what I'm seeing there. I also went to the Washington Post, Reuters today. They seem to be getting information from some person named 'Niz.' They all -- If you look through the wires, you're going to see 'Niz said this, Niz said that'. And most of the reports are unverified. They're just quoting Niz, but they're unverified. And I happen to notice while looking through these reports that they're saying he's been talking to them or contacting them through secure internet services. Secure internet services or secure internet lines usually mean like an embassy or something like that. So what is the press doing here? Another thing that was brought up by a Libyan I was talking to while looking at these reports was that the United States government -- especially President Obama -- is establishing shadow internet and shadow phone lines in so-called authoritarian countries as a means to remove the regime. Now if somebody did that in the United States, I think that would be seen as an act of aggression. That's unacceptable. We can't have these type of double standards. And, yes, today was -- today and actually for a while tensions have been brewing between south Sudan and north Sudan. nothing is said Barack will occupy western Sahara where they've actually built fences, you know, fences just like the Israelis have in the West Bank and nothing was said there. The ICC is out to lunch about what happened in Georgia, they still haven't come up with a verdict. But they look at Gaddafi and, in a couple of days, they come up with convictions based mostly on media reports from what I've went through looking at everything that ICC's putting together. So people here are united. They're united more than ever. And that's the feeling you get in Tripoli. It's not what the media is portraying. It's not going to fall anytime soon. There's no rebels at the gates. It's totally different on the ground from what I see here than what the press is reporting.
Kevin Pina: You're listening to Flashpoints on Pacifica Radio and that's the voice of Mahdi Nazemoraya. Mahdi is speaking to us directly from Tripoli, Libya. Mahdi, what about news reports -- Well, explain to me first, what is this shadow phone system you're referring to.
Mahdi Darius Nazemoraya: Well reading through the press releases, the wires, there's talking about how secure alternative -- not as in alternative media but alternative internet sources that the governments of these countries can't control are being set up in these countries as a means for so-called activists or opposition groups to organize to overthrow the government. That's basically what they're doing. And this is in the press. Take me to task, listeners should take me to task and look this up. You can find this in the mainstream media where they're talking about shadow internet and shadow phone lines the government can't control. If anybody did that in my country Canada or the United States or they did it in Britain, France, Belgium -- they would end up -- It would be seen as an act of treason. You can't do that. I'm not saying the state [has] to control the internet but you can't set up a system to overthrow the government. That's a hostile act.
Kevin Pina: And you know of course that they barely averted a vote in the US Senate yesterday to support the NATO-led war effort in Libya. It looks as if they're going to try to -- the Democrats are going to try to -- push another vote later next week. And all of this is, of course, predicated upon what is being called a victory that is in sight.
Mahdi Darius Nazemoraya: I don't see a victory in sight. I think that's just talk. I think it's part of the psychological warfare against this country and it's people -- yes, against its people. I want to point out there's a war against the people of this country. When you bomb places that are food storage sites and you bomb places where money is made and when you bomb civilian structures, it's a war against the people, trying to break their spirits.
Former US House Rep Cynthia McKinney (2008 Green Party presidential candidate) was part of a fact finding mission to Libya earlier and Lucy Grider-Bradley -- who has worked with various members of the US Congress including Cynthia and US House Rep Gwen Moore and who is the former program director for Northeast Georgia Black Leadership Council -- also took part in the fact finding mission. On this week's Black Agenda Radio -- hosted by Glen Ford and Nellie Bailey, first airs each Monday at 4:00 pm EST on the Progressive Radio Network -- they highlight remarks by lucy Grider-Bradley and Cynthia McKinney.
Glen Ford: We asked Lucy Grider-Bradley if what she saw felt like a war to her?
Lucy Grider-Bradley: Absolutely. I felt bombs, the effect of bombs dropping in the distance. I saw billowing clouds that came up after the horrible sound and the building that I was in shaking. Billows of white, smoke-like substance that turned black as if watching a horror movie. I saw the effects of that bomb. I saw a 30-fooot crater in the middle of a home that belonged to Muammar Gaddafi's son -- where his son was killed and 3 of his grandchildren also murdered from the effects of that bomb. I mean, how do you get a 30-foot hole in the middle of your house? Well I can tell you what I saw -- the results of a UN-US-NATO bomb. The delegation saw a lot. We saw people trying to go about their daily lives, not knowing when the next bomb was going to drop or knowing where the bomb was going to drop. But in spite of it all, they gathered ever evening at the place where the grandchildren and the son were killed to show their support for their leader. I wonder if that kind of thing was happening in the United States, if we would get out and rally behind a leader who was dropping bombs and murdering people -- Black people especially. I don't think I'd be part of that party. But the Libyans definitely support their leader and show it every night despite the fact that there might be bombs dropping. And I also want to say civilians have been murdered. Not just military folks. So the bombs aren't dropping just on what the UN calls military outposts, they're dropping in residential areas in Libya. I think it's important that that point is made over and over and over again.
Glen Ford: And when President Obama denied that he had to comply with the War Powers Act because he was not engaged in hostilities with Libya, how did you feel having just returned from there?
Lucy Grider-Bradley: Well can I just say that I don't listen to him so I didn't hear him say that so I really don't have an opinion. I think about him like I felt about President Bush: If you see his mouth moving he's probably lying.
The Cynthia McKinney excerpt is from her speech at the National Black Theatre in Harlem.
Cynthia McKinney: During the time that I was in Congress, I was asked to take positions that were absolutely not true but people wanted to use my Black face in order to put forward their own agenda. And their own agenda was anti-Black. So they wanted to use the integrity that I had, they wanted me to lease it to them for a small price. In fact, one person, a media person from New York told me that if I just took a particular stand against Sudan then I could be be in Congress for the rest of my life. But what they wanted me to say was a lie. And I did my research, as I always do my research, and I understood what they were asking me to say was not true and so therefore I declined. [Next sentence is drowned out from applause to previous sentence.] But this leasing of the Black face and oppressing people of color within black face was something that moved me and, in fact, when I filed the Articles of Impeachment against George Bush and Dick Cheney, it was important for me to include Condoleezza Rice because she knowingly chose the wrong side. And I went to an elementary school in my district as I was trying to campaign for re-election and there big as day the school, Black History Month, is celebrating who else but Condoleezza Rice. So Condoleezza Rice becomes the role model for our young people. Colin Powell, who lied to the world, becomes a role model for our young people. So this is what they want us to become but this is certainly not what I can contence. So as I am blessed to be able to travel around the world, one of the things that sticks out to me is how Black America, at one point, had moral authority no matter where you went in the world. And if you had a USA passport and your skin was Black, you were respected. You were loved. Because people around the world understood our struggle, understood our oppression and they understood our resistance to the imperial face of the United States. But not so anymore. How long do you think we're going to get a free pass? And now the ultimate insult to my integrity is that we have a Black man bombing Africa. The ultimate insult.
Jason Ditz (Antiwar.com) reports that a vote in the House came close to cutting off approproations: "A broader bipartisan amendment from Reps. Amash (R - MI) and Kucinich (D - OH) narrowly failed, with a vote of, 199 - 229. [. . .] Still, the Cole (R - OK0 Amendment, a less ambitious version, managed to pass, which prohibits any funding for equipment, training or advice related to the Libya War in the bill." This morning, before the vote, US House Rep Dennis Kucinich's office noted, "A bipartisan agreement to support an amendment with the broadest coalition of support has been reached by 15 Members of Congress. The bipartisan amendment is cosponsored by Justin Amash (R-MI), Dennis Kucinich (D-OH), Ron Paul (R-TX), Lynn Woolsey (D-CA), Walter Jones (R-NC), John Conyers (D-MI), Dan Burton (R-IN), Barbara Lee (D-CA), Ted Poe (R-TX), Pete Stark (D-CA), Tim Johnson (R-IL), Jerrold Nadler (D-NY), Tom McClintock (R-CA), Mike Honda (D-CA) and Richard Nugent (R-FL)." Alan Silverleib (CNN) notes of the Amash-Kucinich measure, "A relatively slim majority of Republicans voted in favor of the measure, while a large majority of Democrats opposed it."
One of the most interesting aspects about US coverage of the Status Of Forces Agreement being extended or replaced is how the White House keeps saying Iraq will have to ask and reporters run around DC looking for unnamed officials to comment while ignoring what's been and is being reported in the Iraqi press. You might say, "Well the US press feels it's more professional and therefore isn't interested . . ." To which the obvious rejoinder is, "The US isn't interested in Iraqi press or Iraqi reaction? That makes the US press just like the US government.
Today Al Sabaah reports that a unified statement is expected before the end of the month from Parliament. Of course, if recent reports that Nouri intends to sign off on a memorandum of understanding with the US government prove to be correct, the Parliament can say whatever it wants, they will have been bypassed (not unlike the way he bypassed them at the end of 2006 to extend the UN mandate and, again, at the end of 2007 for the same reason). Hossam Acommok (Al Mada) reports that State of Law insiders (Nouri's slate) say Moqtada al-Sadr is the stumbling block currently and that Nouri is weighing the threats Moqtada has made to reactivate the Mahdi milita. State of Law worries about the so-called 'gains' that have been made being lost if the US military leaves. Not all in the political slate are worried about Moqtada and some point out that Nouri is the leader of the Armed Forces as well as the Minister of Defense and Interior so he will have the support of most political blocs when he makes his evaluation. From outside the political slate, some are less optimistic and many point out that the decision should not be Nouri's alone (Osama al-Nujaifi, not noted in this article, has repeatedly maintained that this is a decision that must come before Parliament). Adm Mike Mullen, the Chair of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, weighed in this afternoon. David Alexander (Reuters) reports that Mullen was "at a luncheon with reporters, maintained that "Iran" (presumably the government of) was supplying Shi'ite militias in Iraq with "high-tech weapons" to kill US soldiers "the forensics prove that." Any agreement to keep US troops on the ground in Iraq beyond 2011, Mullen argued, should include some provision that Iraqi forces will address this alleged supplying of weapons to Shi'ite militias. Viola Gienger (Bloomberg News) observes, "The condition for a U.S. troop extension poses a challenge to Iraqi Prime Minister Nuri al-Maliki, whose Shiite Muslim political party has struggled to manage Iran's political and military influence." Meanwhile Charley Keyes (CNN) puts the red across White House flunkie Jay Carney's freshly-facialed face by reporting, "Mullen confirmed that discussion are underway. 'Negotiations are ongoing,' Mullen said, adding that any final decision would be for the presidents of Iraq and the United States. He said any agreement with Iraq 'has to be done in conjunction with control of Iran'." Tuesday at the White House, Carney played dumb (you were playing, right, Jay?) and insisted about any extension that "I really don't have any more information on that possible outcome, because, again we haven't even gotten a request." If negotiations are going on, there are requests on both sides. Helen Thomas (Falls Church News-Press) explains:
As for pulling our troops out of Iraq, don't hold your breath. There are all kinds of official hints that our withdrawal from Iraq may take a longer time than the end of the year deadline.
James F. Jeffrey, the U.S envoy to Iraq, told reporters recently that the U.S would consider keeping some of the 40,000 troops in Iraq to provide security. Of course, some Iraqi officials who have played ball with the U.S. occupation would like us to remain in the country. But the car bombings and explosions have not stopped.
Obama has ordered the withdrawal of 10,000 troops from Afghanistan, the beginning of the end of the 10-year war. As for Afghanistan, we had more reason to go in (although there were neither Afghans nor Iraqis involved in 9/11).
Obama had one big chance to pull out of Iraq and Afghanistan - the day after he took the oath of office. He could have saved thousands of lives and would have been called a hero by many. Instead, Obama maintained the Bush War scenario and kept the wars going.
America has to decide who we are -- and why we are trying to sell democracy with guns and bombs.
Today there are more US deaths in Iraq. The Washington Post's Ed O'Keefe Tweeted:
Lara Jakes (AP) reports the bombing was "outside the main American military base in Baghdad". Julian E. Barnes (Wall St. Journal) adds, "Officials believe an explosively formed projectile, many of which are manufactured in Iran, was responsible. The weapons are designed to penetrate layers of armor." As of 10:00 AM EST this morning, the Pentagon's count of US military personnel killed in the Iraq War stood at 4472. -- 51 of those deaths since Barack pronounced the end of 'combat operations' August 31st. Last month, 15 US soldiers died in the Iraq War.
Iraq War veteran Adam Kokesh is now the host of RT's Adam vs. The Man which airs on RT each weeknight at 7:00 pm (EST). Yesterday's broadcast included this commentary:
Adam Kokesh: Hey, remember that time Barack Obama was a senator and he was just running for president? You remember when he said the first thing he was going to do as president was pull US forces out of Iraq?
Footage of Candidate Barack Obama: I will promise you this that if we have not gotten our troops out by the time I am president, it is the first thing I will do. I will get our troops home. We will bring an end to this war. You can take that to the bank.
Adam Kokesh: Yeah. But then remember that instead the first thing he took to the bank was all of your bail out money? Well it turns out there's still too many kinks in that whole getting out of Iraq thing to make it a reality. We were slated to finally pull out by year's end. Yes, 2011. But now the AP is reporting that the White House is offering -- "offering" -- to leave 10,000 US troops behind. Iraqis expressed their gratitude today by shooting at some American convoys. Now that's what I call friendly fire. It's good we're showing so much generousity towards the Arab world, surely the tide of anti-Americanism will turn if we stick it out just a little while longer. Seems the Pentagon is crossing their fingers for a troop request from Prime Minister Nouri Maliki's government in Iraq but I'm going to guess just one way or another they'll find or create a way and a reason to stay.
Jack Cafferty (CNN) observes the same promises from Barack and notes that "Now as that deadline for military withdrawal from Iraq approaches, he's apparently prepared to break that promise. Gee, what a surprise."
On the topic of crossed fingers -- in terms of lying, not good luck -- how do you tell a group of people to disarm and swear that you'll protect them and then don't? Ask Barack Obama who refused to repudiate the acts of George W. Bush so he embraced them. The Bush administration promised the residents of Camp Ashraf (approximately 3400 Iranian dissidents in Iraq) that they would be protected. They've instead been repeatedly slaughtered. The most recent blood bath, April 8th, by the Iraqi military was so bad that US Senator John Kerry termed it a "massacre." Sunday Roy Gutman (McClatchy Newspapers) filed an important report on Camp Ashraf. Recapping, US Ambassador to Iraq James Jeffrey can't understand why residents of Camp Ashraf (who unarmed after the US government promised to protect them) don't want to leave their area and disperse throughout Iraq living as, in his word, "refugees." Nima Sharif's "US gives Iranian Opposition Choice: Die or Commit Suicide" (Stop Fundamentalism) points out:
The fact of the matter is that the residents of Camp Ashraf who died last April – 36 of them including 8 women – were killed when the Iraqi military forces raided their camp. That makes Ambassador Jeffery's remarks refereeing to a "place a bit safer" puzzling. Does he mean that there is actually a place in Iraq where Iraqi forces cannot attack the residents and have no access to? Logic suggests that if the Iraqi forces are determined to slaughter the members of the Iranian main opposition movement, the Mojahedin-e Khalq (MEK/PMOI), they can do so anywhere in Iraq. Moreover, what does he mean when he say "a bit safer?" Does he mean that next time less people will be killed and that is acceptable to the U.S.?
But in reality, since Camp Ashraf currently receives some minimal international attention, the only place that is "a bit safer" for the residents in Iraq is in fact Camp Ashraf.
The camp residents have already announced their complete agreement to the European plan for their resettlement outside Iraq to resolve the situation once and for all. They consider that the only party disagreeing with their relocation outside Iraq would be the Iranian regime; rather it wants all the 3400 residents of the camp to be destroyed. In fact it has been the Iranian regime and its Iraqi collaborators who have been calling for their relocation inside Iraq for the past few weeks.
But I have made it clear in all discussions with the Iraqi Government that we are not willing to enter into any negotiations with them unless four key pre-conditions are met. Firstly, the military forces must be withdrawn from Camp Ashraf. Secondly, the siege of the camp which has gone on uninterrupted for more than two years, involving hundreds of loudspeakers blaring high decibel threats and propaganda 24 hours a day - plus interruptions to vital medical, energy and water supplies - must immediately stop. Thirdly, there must be an independent inquiry into the massacre on April 8 - with the perpetrators identified and brought to justice. And fourthly, those critically injured during the April 8 attack must be given immediate access to proper hospital care. In other words, the Iraqi government must restore an environment as near to normality as possible in Ashraf, before negotiations can begin on the long-term resolution to this crisis.
Only if these conditions are met will we have confidence that the Iraqi authorities really do intend to bring this situation to a positive conclusion. But during this period of transition the UN will have to take control over the safety and security of the camp, ensuring the residents receive all necessary living and medical supplies. At the same time, a committee will be set up to take the plan forward - consisting of key individuals from the EU, US, UN and Arab League as well as members of Iraq's government and parliament, residents from Camp Ashraf and the National Council of Resistance of Iran.
Baroness Ashton and the EU Foreign Affairs Council, together with the US President and the UN Secretary General, must now back this solution and throw their weight behind it in order to ensure that the lives of 3,400 Iranians are saved and Iraq moves along a path upon which respect for human rights and the rule of law is prevalent, in a land which has been mired in violence for too long.
Yesterday at the US State Dept, Victoria Nuland was asked about Camp Ashraf:
QUESTION: A couple of months ago, a senior State Department official rolled out a U.S. plan for relocating the residents of Camp Ashraf, saying that there was a concern in this building that they face the potential for more violence against them if they stay where they are. The head of that group is now going around telling media outlets that they're rejecting this plan sort of outright, that they won't consider it. I'm wondering if that rejection has been communicated directly to you, and is there a Plan B if the U.S. -- what's the next step as far as the U.S. is concerned regarding the Camp Ashraf situation?
MS. NULAND: We are continuing to work with the Government of Iraq, with the Ashraf leadership, with all of our international partners on a plan to relocate the camp. This is an ongoing dialogue. We want to see this done in a way that avoids further violence and leads to a long-term solution. So this is an ongoing process and our goals, I think, remain the same, which is to see an appropriate settlement of the issue.
QUESTION: But if they're rejecting this plan, then clearly, you have to find another path to reach those goals, don't you?
MS. NULAND: Again, I don't want to speak to the specifics of the negotiation that we're having, both with the Iraqi Government and with the Ashraf leadership. I think those talks will continue.
Asked about it today, Nuland was confused as to when she'd last addressed it declaring, "I don't have anything to -- new to report with regard to the MEK status on the terrorist list. I did speak to the Ashraf issue yesterday or the day before. Just to reiterate, we continue to work actively with the Government of Iraq, with the Asraf leadership, with our internal partners to come up with a plan to relocate the Ashraf residents and we're still working on that together."
Reuters notes that today's violence included 1 woman being shot dead in Baquba and her husband being left injured, a Mosul roadside bombing left four people injured.
Turning to the US where Barack Obama's promise to end Don't Ask, Dont Tell didn't result in it ending but the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals did what Barack refused to do and yesterday announced the end of the discrimination. As Marcia observed yesterday, DADT was overturned "not by Barack. It took adults to end it and Barack's just an overgrown (and spoiled) child." A child who likes to play war.
15 US soldiers died last month in the Iraq War. One of them was Sgt Matthew Gallagher. Sean Teehan (Boston Herald) reminds that his loved ones have to deal with both the loss and the military's 'confusion' -- they told the family he died conducting a house sweep and have since backed off of that statement and now state his death is under investigation while insisting it was a 'non-combat death.' Teehan opens with Katie Gallagher, "The 22-year-year-old widow of Army Sgt. Matthew R. Gallagher lay across the flag-draped casket of her husband yesterday, burying her face in her arms before succumbing to sobs." The Cape Cod Times notes, "A funeral Mass is set to begin at 11 a.m. [today] at St. Elizabeth Seton Parish in North Falmouth. Burial at the Massachusetts National Cemetery in Bourne will follow. Gallagher is the 11th soldier with ties to Cape Cod to die in combat in Iraq or Afghanistan since 2006." Spc Dylan Johnson also died last month. Manny Gamallo (Tulsa World) reports on the 20-year-old's memorial yesterday:
Jeff Johnson told mourners that a few things agitate him in his daily life and that a few things agitated his son, as well - primarily the heat and dust of Iraq.
He said his son has now left him with a valuable lesson - "to ignore the small agitating things and to concentrate on loving your family and friends every day, because none of us will ever know when it is our June 26."
The soldier's mother, Joy Sehl, also spoke to mourners, telling them of her heartbreak but also saying how proud she was of her son.
She read a tribute from one of her son's best friends, Pfc. Anthony Santiago of Placerville, Calif.
Santiago wrote that he had always wanted a little brother and finally got one when Dylan Johnson entered his life.
Last month Iraq War veteran James Keenan apparently took his own life. Elizabeth Dinan (Sea Coast Online) reports he died June 29th ("self-inflicted gunshot wound") and suffered from PTSD which Greg Chabot ("who served in an Army National Guard artillery unit with Keenan") says took his life, "He was one of the younger guys, very squared away and wouldn't hesitate to help another guy out. I don't know if he slipped through the cracks or was overlooked." Sheila Keenan says of her son, "My son, my hero. I'm not angry. I know why. They can't deal with what happened." Yochi J. Dreazen (National Journal) observes, "In 2010, 301 active-duty, reserve, and National Guard soldiers committed suicide, up from 242 in 2009. In 2008, the military's suicide rate exceeded that of the general population for the first time ever."
Meanwhile Leroy and Rosie Torres continue to raise awareness of the effects of the burn pits. In Iraq and in Afghanistan, the military and contractors are exposed to burn pits which aren't safe and which are used to burn off everything (including medicines) producing damaging fumes. Leroy Torres is an Iraq War veteran who was exposed while serving. KRIS TV reports:
We last spoke with him in January when the cold air was taking it's toll on his lungs.
Now, he is getting treatment in Denver at the National Jewish Medical Center, but he says the cost for medical bills is also taking its toll.
"Unfortunately, I haven't been successful with the VA. They denied my claim- my reimbursement. All of that was denied," he said.
As Leroy continues fighting for his own health and benefits, his wife Rosie, who we also met back in January, says she is fighting for awareness and help for everyone affected by burn pits.
Last month, she went to Washington DC to meet with legislators.
She says she spoke with local Representative Blake Farenthold, Senator Kay Bailey Hutchison and more about how to make changes on national policies which she says are preventing these victims from getting adequate care.
Her focus: creating a national registry for burn pit victims.
Evan Bayh proposed a national registry for burn pit victims. He put forward a bill and even appeared before the Senate Veterans Affairs Committee to testify on behalf of the bill. Senator Jim Webb -- who, months later, would go on to screw over Vietnam veterans suffering from Agent Orange -- blocked the bill from going forward and it died in committee. Bayh elected not to run for re-election and no one else in the Senate has picked up this issue and run with it. Bayh and Senator Byron Dorgan regularly explored and investigated this issue via the Senate Democratic Policy Committee. Like Bayh, Dorgan decided not to run for re-election in 2010.


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