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10-22-2005, 10:49 PM #1Lenny Loosejocks Guest
Is the U.S. a Technocratic Plutocracy?
I find the U.S. system of government fascinating. Mainly because there are moves afoot for Oz to ditch the Queen and the Westminister system in exchange for a Republican system.
I am not a Royalist but the more I learn about the finer points of the Republican system the more I want snuggle up to the safety Her Majesty's protective bossom.
Is the U.S. a Technocratic Plutocracy and if it is, when will the REAL leaders stand up and declare that it is they who actually run the country?
It seems you were all warned. Corporations have been enthroned and an era of corruption in high places will follow, and the money power of the country will endeavor to prolong its reign by working on the prejudices of the people until all wealth is aggregated in a few hands. Abraham Lincoln.
Here is a link to a very interesting essay on the subject.
(It's rather long, but is a good read)
10-22-2005, 11:36 PM #2tommywho70x Guest
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Even more recently was this warning: http://mcadams.posc.mu.edu/ike.htm
Eisenhower's Farewell Address to the Nation
January 17, 1961
Good evening, my fellow Americans: First, I should like to express my gratitude to the radio and television networks for the opportunity they have given me over the years to bring reports and messages to our nation. My special thanks go to them for the opportunity of addressing you this evening.
Three days from now, after a half century of service of our country, I shall lay down the responsibilities of office as, in traditional and solemn ceremony, the authority of the Presidency is vested in my successor.
This evening I come to you with a message of leave-taking and farewell, and to share a few final thoughts with you, my countrymen.
Like every other citizen, I wish the new President, and all who will labor with him, Godspeed. I pray that the coming years will be blessed with peace and prosperity for all.
Our people expect their President and the Congress to find essential agreement on questions of great moment, the wise resolution of which will better shape the future of the nation.
My own relations with Congress, which began on a remote and tenuous basis when, long ago, a member of the Senate appointed me to West Point, have since ranged to the intimate during the war and immediate post-war period, and finally to the mutually interdependent during these past eight years.
In this final relationship, the Congress and the Administration have, on most vital issues, cooperated well, to serve the nation well rather than mere partisanship, and so have assured that the business of the nation should go forward. So my official relationship with Congress ends in a feeling on my part, of gratitude that we have been able to do so much together.
We now stand ten years past the midpoint of a century that has witnessed four major wars among great nations. Three of these involved our own country. Despite these holocausts America is today the strongest, the most influential and most productive nation in the world. Understandably proud of this pre-eminence, we yet realize that America's leadership and prestige depend, not merely upon our unmatched material progress, riches and military strength, but on how we use our power in the interests of world peace and human betterment.
Throughout America's adventure in free government, such basic purposes have been to keep the peace; to foster progress in human achievement, and to enhance liberty, dignity and integrity among peoples and among nations.
To strive for less would be unworthy of a free and religious people.
Any failure traceable to arrogance or our lack of comprehension or readiness to sacrifice would inflict upon us a grievous hurt, both at home and abroad.
Progress toward these noble goals is persistently threatened by the conflict now engulfing the world. It commands our whole attention, absorbs our very beings. We face a hostile ideology global in scope, atheistic in character, ruthless in purpose, and insidious in method. Unhappily the danger it poses promises to be of indefinite duration. To meet it successfully, there is called for, not so much the emotional and transitory sacrifices of crisis, but rather those which enable us to carry forward steadily, surely, and without complaint the burdens of a prolonged and complex struggle with liberty the stake. Only thus shall we remain, despite every provocation, on our charted course toward permanent peace and human betterment.
Crises there will continue to be. In meeting them, whether foreign or domestic, great or small, there is a recurring temptation to feel that some spectacular and costly action could become the miraculous solution to all current difficulties. A huge increase in the newer elements of our defenses; development of unrealistic programs to cure every ill in agriculture; a dramatic expansion in basic and applied research these and many other possibilities, each possibly promising in itself, may be suggested as the only way to the road we wish to travel. A vital element in keeping the peace is our military establishment. Our arms must be mighty, ready for instant action, so that no potential aggressor may be tempted to risk his own destruction.
But each proposal must be weighed in light of a broader consideration; the need to maintain balance in and among national programs balance between the private and the public economy, balance between the cost and hoped for advantages balance between the clearly necessary and the comfortably desirable; balance between our essential requirements as a nation and the duties imposed by the nation upon the individual; balance between the actions of the moment and the national welfare of the future. Good judgment seeks balance and progress; lack of it eventually finds imbalance and frustration.
The record of many decades stands as proof that our people and their Government have, in the main, understood these truths and have responded to them well in the face of threat and stress.
But threats, new in kind or degree, constantly arise.
Of these, I mention two only.
A vital element in keeping the peace is our military establishment. Our arms must be mighty, ready for instant action, so that no potential aggressor may be tempted to risk his own destruction.
Our military organization today bears little relation to that known by any of my predecessors in peacetime, or indeed by the fighting men of World War II or Korea.
Until the latest of our world conflicts, the United States had no armaments industry. American makers of plowshares could, with time and as required, make swords as well. But now we can no longer risk emergency improvisation of national defense; we have been compelled to create a permanent armaments industry of vast proportions. Added to this, three and a half million men and women are directly engaged in the defense establishment. We annually spend on military security more than the net income of all United States corporations. American makers of plowshares could, with time and as required, make swords as well. But now we can no longer risk emergency improvisation of national defense; we have been compelled to create a permanent armaments industry of vast proportions.
This conjunction of an immense military establishment and a large arms industry is new in the American experience. The total influence economic, political, even spiritual is felt in every city, every Statehouse, every office of the Federal government. We recognize the imperative need for this development. Yet we must not fail to comprehend its grave implications. Our toil, resources and livelihood are all involved; so is the very structure of our society.
In the councils of government, we must guard against the acquisition of unwarranted influence, whether sought or unsought, by the military-industrial complex. The potential for the disastrous rise of misplaced power exists and will persist.
We must never let the weight of this combination endanger our liberties or democratic processes. We should take nothing for granted. Only an alert and knowledgeable citizenry can compel the proper meshing of the huge industrial and military machinery of defense with our peaceful methods and goals, so that security and liberty may prosper together.
Akin to, and largely responsible for the sweeping changes in our industrial-military posture, has been the technological revolution during recent decades.
In this revolution, research has become central, it also becomes more formalized, complex, and costly. A steadily increasing share is conducted for, by, or at the direction of, the Federal government.
10-22-2005, 11:37 PM #3tommywho70x Guest
Re: Is the U.S. a Technocratic Plutocracy?
Today, the solitary inventor, tinkering in his shop, has been overshadowed by task forces of scientists in laboratories and testing fields. In the same fashion, the free university, historically the fountainhead of free ideas and scientific discovery, has experienced a revolution in the conduct of research. Partly because of the huge costs involved, a government contract becomes virtually a substitute for intellectual curiosity. For every old blackboard there are now hundreds of new electronic computers.
The prospect of domination of the nation's scholars by Federal employment, project allocations, and the power of money is ever present and is gravely to be regarded.
Yet, in holding scientific research and discovery in respect, as we should, we must also be alert to the equal and opposite danger that public policy could itself become the captive of a scientific-technological elite. The prospect of domination of the nation's scholars by Federal employment, project allocations, and the power of money is ever present and is gravely to be regarded.
It is the task of statesmanship to mold, to balance, and to integrate these and other forces, new and old, within the principles of our democratic system ever aiming toward the supreme goals of our free society.
Another factor in maintaining balance involves the element of time. As we peer into society's future, we you and I, and our government must avoid the impulse to live only for today, plundering for, for our own ease and convenience, the precious resources of tomorrow. We cannot mortgage the material assets of our grandchildren without asking the loss also of their political and spiritual heritage. We want democracy to survive for all generations to come, not to become the insolvent phantom of tomorrow.
Down the long lane of the history yet to be written America knows that this world of ours, ever growing smaller, must avoid becoming a community of dreadful fear and hate, and be, instead, a proud confederation of mutual trust and respect.
Such a confederation must be one of equals. The weakest must come to the conference table with the same confidence as do we, protected as we are by our moral, economic, and military strength. That table, though scarred by many past frustrations, cannot be abandoned for the certain agony of the battlefield.
Disarmament, with mutual honor and confidence, is a continuing imperative. Together we must learn how to compose differences, not with arms, but with intellect and decent purpose. Because this need is so sharp and apparent I confess that I lay down my official responsibilities in this field with a definite sense of disappointment. As one who has witnessed the horror and the lingering sadness of war as one who knows that another war could utterly destroy this civilization which has been so slowly and painfully built over thousands of years I wish I could say tonight that a lasting peace is in sight.
Happily, I can say that war has been avoided. Steady progress toward our ultimate goal has been made. But, so much remains to be done. As a private citizen, I shall never cease to do what little I can to help the world advance along that road.
So in this my last good night to you as your President I thank you for the many opportunities you have given me for public service in war and peace. I trust that in that service you find some things worthy; as for the rest of it, I know you will find ways to improve performance in the future.
You and I my fellow citizens need to be strong in our faith that all nations, under God, will reach the goal of peace with justice. May we be ever unswerving in devotion to principle, confident but humble with power, diligent in pursuit of the Nations' great goals.
To all the peoples of the world, I once more give expression to America's prayerful and continuing aspiration:
We pray that peoples of all faiths, all races, all nations, may have their great human needs satisfied; that those now denied opportunity shall come to enjoy it to the full; that all who yearn for freedom may experience its spiritual blessings; that those who have freedom will understand, also, its heavy responsibilities; that all who are insensitive to the needs of others will learn charity; that the scourges of poverty, disease and ignorance will be made to disappear from the earth, and that, in the goodness of time, all peoples will come to live together in a peace guaranteed by the binding force of mutual respect and love.
Now, on Friday noon, I am to become a private citizen. I am proud to do so. I look forward to it.
Thank you, and good night.
So was Ike a 60s leftist like Oliver Stone? Note some key elements of Ike's thinking:
Eisenhower didn't believe the Military Industrial Complex was to blame for the Cold War. He laid the blame on communism: "a hostile ideology global in scope, atheistic in character, ruthless in purpose, and insidious in method."
Eisenhower felt the Military Industrial Complex was necessary.
Eisenhower felt the influence of the Military Industrial Complex might be "sought or unsought." For 60s leftists, "unsought" power for the Military Industrial Complex was inconceivable.
A principled Republican, Ike was also skeptical of agricultural and research programs fostered by the federal government. He did not consider military industrial interests uniquely insidious, but rather he distrusted government expansion generally.
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10-22-2005, 11:41 PM #4tommywho70x Guest
Re: Is the U.S. a Technocratic Plutocracy?
And while we're at it, let's look at the 'fulcrum' event for the big 'lever')aged theft of America by the 'Multi-National Industrialist Bankster Gangsters':
The Kennedy
By John McAdams
© 1995-2004
"He didn't even have the satisfaction of being killed for civil rights . . . . It's it had to be some silly little Communist." Jackie Kennedy, on hearing that a leftist had been arrested for her husband's murder.
It's the most controversial case in modern American history. Did Lee Harvey Oswald kill John Kennedy by himself, or did a conspiracy do it? And if a conspiracy did it, did the conspiracy include Oswald?
If you are like most Americans, you believe that a conspiracy killed Kennedy. And if you are like most Americans, you have heard a vast number of bogus factoids about the case.
This web site is dedicated to debunking the mass of misinformation and disinformation surrounding the murder of JFK. If you are believer in Oswald as a lone gunman, you are likely to enjoy this web site, since most of that misinformation and disinformation has come from conspiracists. But if you are a sophisticated conspiracist, you likely understand that the mass of silly nonsense in conspiracy books and documentaries does no service to the cause of truth in the assassination, and simply buries the "case for conspiracy" under layers of bunk.
Regardless of what you believe, several web sites, mostly conspiracy-oriented are worth checking out. And you may also want to check out my list of recommended books on the assassination.
What sort of evidence is there?
Dealey Plaza
What about those witnesses? Didn't everyone hear shots from the Grassy Knoll? What about the Tague wounding? Who was the "Umbrella Man?" Was the rifle recovered really a Mauser? Does "acoustic evidence" show a shot from the Grassy Knoll? Were the Three Tramps suspicious? How could Kennedy's head go "back and to the left?"
The Single Bullet Theory
You've seen Kevin Costner give the conspiracy version of the Single Bullet theory. You know: Connally seated directly in front of Kennedy, at the same height, and facing straight ahead. Was that really what happened?
Lee Harvey Oswald
What sort of person was he? Did he really have "Top Secret" security clearance? Did he shoot at General Walker? Were there two Oswalds? If Oswald shot Kennedy, what was his motive? Was the man exhumed in 1981 really somebody besides Oswald?
Jim Garrison and New Orleans
Did Oswald really share an office with Guy Banister? Did Clay Shaw really use the alias "Clay Bertrand?" Why did Oliver Stone make a movie about the Shaw trial and not even mention Perry Raymond Russo? Did David Ferrie die a "mysterious death?" What about Jim Garrison and the Mafia?
Medical Evidence
Did the bullet that hit Kennedy in the back penetrate only an inch and fall out? Was Kennedy hit in the head by a bullet from in front? Are the autopsy photos and x-rays faked? Did all the doctors at Parkland Hospital believe that Kennedy was hit in the front of the neck, and if so, are their opinions decisive evidence that that is what happened? Was the back of Kennedy's head blown out? Are the autopsy photos faked?
Bogus Evidence
Did you know that all the evidence in this case proven to be forged has been on the conspiracy side? One key piece originated with the KGB! Did you know that the "mysterious deaths" are virtually all not so "mysterious" when you look at them closely? Do you trust authors like Mark Lane to tell you the truth about what witnesses said?
Jack Ruby
The "lone nut" theory of the assassination is really the "two lone nuts" theory. What sort of person was Jack Ruby? A mobster? An intelligence agent? A small-time hustler? The sort of volatile character who might really have shot Oswald out of righteous anger?
Oliver Stone's Movie "JFK"
We expect Hollywood movies to take some liberties with the historical record. But what do we think when Hollywood turns history on its head? Oliver Stone wants to overturn the verdict in the Clay Shaw trial. The jury found that District Attorney Jim Garrison had no case so Stone invents a case on celluloid. Just how honest was Oliver Stone, Shaw's Hollywood prosecutor?
John Kennedy: Liberal Martyr?
For some in the conspiracy crowd, John Kennedy was a liberal saint, who was going to implement policies that would bring America into a new Utopia. So, of course, a threatened Power Elite had to kill him. Was Kennedy the kind of left liberal who threatened established interests? Was he a hero of Civil Rights? Had he decided to pull out of Vietnam? Historian Eric Paddon dissects these claims in a series of essays based on his posts on the Internet.
Assassination Logic
Some notions about logic, probability and statistics necessarily underlie all discussion of "conspiracy" or "lone assassin." Does the lone assassination theory involve too many implausible "coincidences?" Are there a suspicious number of "connections" between various figures in the case? Is the Single Bullet Theory highly "improbable?"
Assassination Witnesses
It writings about the assassination, as in real-world criminal justice, witness testimony looms large. But just how reliable are the witnesses? How many witnesses are just flat out telling tall tales? How often are apparently sober and reliable witnesses just flat wrong?
Did Oswald Have a Girlfriend in New Orleans?
A woman named Judyth Baker has come forward claiming to have been Oswald's adulterous lover in in summer of 1963, to have participated with him in a secret bioweapons program aimed at killing Castro, and to have inside knowledge of Oswald's "patsy" role in the assassination. It's a good story, and she got a chance to tell it on the History Channel in November 2003. But is it the truth?
The Assassination Context
What we think about the assassination is dependent on what we think about history, and about the behavior of government officials and bureaucrats. Was Kennedy a radical who threatened the status quo? Did top administration officials order a coverup of a conspiracy soon after the assassination? If the FBI and the CIA withhold documents, does this mean that they are protecting assassination conspirators?
Release the Documents!
This has long been the cry of the conspiracy theorists. Supposedly, the documents show that a conspiracy killed Kennedy. In fact, the government in the 1990s released a massive number of documents. The Assassination Records Review Board had a mandate to identify and oversee the release of documents in government hands, and in private hands.
Hear History Happen
Recording devices monitored the two radio channels used by the Dallas Police Department, and these recordings are a vivid "real time" account of the frenzy of activity that followed the shooting. Here are selected audio clips beginning a couple of minutes before the assassination and ending with the arrest of Oswald in the Texas Theatre.
Do you want to ask for more information, or discuss or debate some of the issues raised here? The moderated newsgroup:
run by Peter Fokes, Russ Burr and John McAdams, is the place to go whether you are a "newbie" with questions to ask, or a researcher with some evidence you want to present to the research community.
10-22-2005, 11:43 PM #5tommywho70x Guest
Re: Is the U.S. a Technocratic Plutocracy?
Featured Articles
I don't necessarily agree with all the conclusions these authors have drawn, but everything here is a solid piece of work that deserves your attention. All are copyrighted, and all posted here with permission.
The History Channel has a record of showing reasonably reliable documentaries on subjects like wars, Nazis, the history of popular culture and the like. But their record on the Kennedy assassination is abysmal. The series "The Men Who Killed Kennedy" has a record of touting the most implausible and bizarre theories. But they managed to reach a new low with an episode titled "The Guilty Men" which fingered Lyndon Johnson as the prime mover behind the assassination. In this article, journalist and historian Max Holland dissects the entire series, and especially the installment on LBJ. And veteran JFK researcher Dave Perry critiques the reliability of the supposed "evidence" in an article from his website. And one of the accused conspirators, Malcolm Liggett, is suing The History Channel over the supposed "documentary."
Dr. Robert Grossman has testified to being in Trauma Room One at Parkland Hospital during the futile attempt to save John Kennedy. A respected neurosurgeon, he certainly seems like the sort of witness one could rely on. Unfortunately, his testimony is problematic in many ways, as David Lifton argues in "Dr. Robert GrossmanPhantom of Trauma Room One."
The "acoustic evidence" got a boost in 2001, when a scientist named D.B. Thomas published an article claiming to have corrected the statistical treatment in earlier studies and found clear evidence of a shot from the Grassy Knoll. However, a recent careful study of the timing on the events on the Dallas Police tape by Michael O'Dell shows that the "shots" happened too late to actually be shots. Thus the "acoustic evidence" was to acoustic science what cold fusion was to physics: an example of how even reputable scientists can jump to conclusions when faced with the possibility of an "explosive" discovery.
Of course there are all kinds of wild and woolly theories connecting Oswald to the CIA. But some responsible and sober researchers have argued that the Agency knew more about and had a more intense interest in Oswald than they have ever admitted. One such researcher is Jefferson Morley, world news editor of washingtonpost.com. His article "What Jane Roman Said" outlines the evidence.
A central figure in the lives of Lee and Marina Oswald was Ruth Paine, who took Marina into her home. Writer Thomas Mallon offers a perceptive study of the character of Mrs. Paine and the dynamics of the Paine household in "Marina and Ruth: The Assassin's Wife and the Quaker Woman Who Took Her In."
It's the conspiracy factoid that won't die: the image of a man supposedly Lee Oswald in the doorway of the Book Depository during the shooting in Dealey Plaza. Debunking this notion is easy, but explaining why a fair number of conspiracists still believe it is more difficult. "Was Oswald in the Doorway of the Depository at the time of the JFK Assassination?" lays out the evidence.
Among conspiracy-oriented researchers, there is a deep gulf between the more moderate and sensible ones, and those who'll promote any bogus piece of "conspiracy evidence." Ulric Shannon is one of the former, and he explains in this essay why he thinks the "I'll believe anything that implies conspiracy" crowd is so harmful.
Researcher Bill Drenas debuted his essay "Car #10, Where Are You" on this web site in 1997. The current version has some minor factual corrections and much new material. Not pushing any conspiracy theory, but not a debunking exercise either, it's a very careful attempt to nail down Tippit's whereabouts minute by minute on the day he died.
A related essay from Drenas involves the Top Ten Record Shop. This classic Oak Cliff location was where Officer Tippit stopped shortly before he was shot. It's still in business, and you'll almost certainly want to visit when you are in Dallas.
Long-time researcher Gus Russo, author of the recently released book Live By the Sword has an interesting story to tell about his own personal commitment to the case, and his changing views about who killed JFK, and his changing views of John and Robert Kennedy, excerpted from his book.
Canadian Peter Whitmey is a conspiracy-oriented researcher who sometimes takes issue with conspiracy arguments and witnesses. His articles on this site deal with issues such as a possibly sinister conversation overheard in a Winnipeg airport, a little-known New Orleans figure named Clem H. Sehrt, an interesting connection between Oswald biographer Priscilla McMillan and a rather suspect New Orleans witness named Ron Lewis, and the phone records of David Ferrie, accused plotter.
What do you discover if you look at the opinions of some of the people closest to the assassination Secret Service agents and White House staff people? It seems that some of them believed there was a conspiracy, and others that a lone gunman shot the President. Vincent Palamara has compiled their very interesting testimony.
Gerald Posner and his book Case Closed have come under heavy attack from the community of conspiracy-oriented "researchers." In "Defending Posner" Michael Russ compares what the conspiracy buffs say Posner said to what Posner actually said. It seems buffs are no more accurate when attacking their enemies than when discussing the assassination.
Michael Beck was once a JFK "buff" a believer in a Kennedy assassination conspiracy. He now believes that Oswald did it all by himself. How did his beliefs change? This is his personal account of an intellectual odyssey.
Researcher David Perry has been "doing" the assassination for several years, and has seen a continual stream of "revelations" come and go. In his essay "A Few Good Men" he discusses publicity-seeking, and particularly the Loy Factor story.
Tony Marsh's essay "Circumstantial Evidence of a Head Shot From The Grassy Knoll" is now available online. Based on careful analysis of the movements of the occupants of the presidential limo, of the HSCA acoustic evidence, and of a "jiggle analysis" of the Zapruder film, it represents a bold and interesting attempt to put the evidence together in a compelling way. It was originally presented at the 1993 Third Decade Conference.
Just how many different people have been accused of being (or have confessed to being) either a shooter or an accomplice in Dealey Plaza? Researcher David Perry has compiled the most complete known list. His Rashomon to the Extreme! is that list. Of the 61 people on this list, at least one is guilty.
The essay, A Conspiracy Too Big by Fred Litwin asks about the credibility of any theory that holds that a conspiracy faked all the evidence that conspiracy theorists say is faked.
John Locke's FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions) outlines the evidence, from the perspective of a person who believes Oswald did it alone. A good briefing for someone who has only read conspiracy books, and wants the other side of the story.
A Bad Case of Deja Vu, another essay by John Locke, compares the O.J. Simpson defense to conspiracy thinking in the Kennedy assassination. Would the intellectual habits of the conspiracy buffs have let O.J. go free? Locke says "yes."
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You can now search an index containing every document on this site.
Visit the new Photo Gallery with a variety of interesting images.
Take a look at John McAdams' picks of the best resources on other Kennedy assassination web pages. These are "out of the ordinary" offerings by web authors who have made something unique and unusual available on the 'net.
10-22-2005, 11:59 PM #6tommywho70x Guest
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Lenny, link to http://http://jim.secretcove.ca/index.Plutocracy.html
failed with a fat 404N i - The page cannot be displayed.
looks to me like a syntax error in the URL because of the doubled (HTTP) instruction.
yup, that's what it was. deleted one of the http's and hit the go button and found it.
woo! that puppy needs more than my usual Rosemary Woods speed-skimming 17-second flashthrough; i'll get back to you in a few days on this one!
For those who miss the joke: Rosemary Woods was Richard Nixon's secretary who was blamed for the 17-second gap in the Watergate Tapes supposedly by some contortionist trick that caused her to erase the section accidently while she was transcribing them.
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10-23-2005, 12:37 AM #7Lenny Loosejocks Guest
Re: Is the U.S. a Technocratic Plutocracy?Originally Posted by tommywho70x
The Statute of limitations has expired on editing the link, too!
Oh well, for those interested, here it is again.
10-23-2005, 12:53 AM #8tommywho70x Guest
Re: Is the U.S. a Technocratic Plutocracy?
Bugger, debugger, rebugger, no biggie. the new link pops right open on the page.
for some insight into the effects of the propaganda of the technocracy's plutocrats on the thought processes of 'Loyal [$Normal] Citizen(s)' of the 'Warrior Class' take a peek at some of Raider's latest attempts to lambaste me and impeach my credibility in these threads:
We of the lower classes who have stood in resistance to the plutocrats all these years call someone like Raider either a 'Tool' or a 'Fool', meaning he is either a paid agent-provocateur for rogue elements of illegal covert government operatives in the direct ('x') employ ('y01_') of Z1 == 'Power Elite' or a misguided idiot savant.
I'm leaning toward the latter as a result of USMC training, disappointment from never being in combat, indoctrination by whatever company he is a 'wage-slave' [at/at/AT0=AT0 absolute: "$PACIFIC$"] and possibly a little bit of the old Oedipus complex and/or latent homosexuality thrown in for seasoning the mental diarrhea he spews all over this forum.
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- Optional: place all ingredients in a small food processor, and pulse for about 10-15 seconds.
- Store in a tightly sealed container at room temperature for up to 4 months.
- Makes about ½ cup.
- Use as you would with any other taco seasoning! Season to taste.
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Copycat Red Robin Seasoning Blend
Homemade Garlic & Herb Seasoning
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PTI's Jahangir Tareen soundly beats PML-N's Siddique Baloch in NA-154 bye-election
Polling for the by-election started at 8:00 am and ended at 5:00 pm.
Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz's (PML-N) Siddique Baloch and PTI's Jahangir Tareen were among 20 candidates in the field contesting the vacant seat.
According to unofficial and incomplete results, PTI's Jahangir Tareen is leading with 1,13,480 votes followed by PML-N's Siddque Baloch has bagged 72,110 votes.
According to officials 47 polling stations were declared most sensitive.
In NA-154 constituency total registered voters were 419,182 voters including 228,870 male and 190,312 female.
The National Assembly seat fell vacant after PML-N MNA Siddique Baloch was disqualified by an election tribunal on a petition filed by PTI's runner-up Jahangir Tareen, who had accused the former of possessing fake degree and committing irregularities during the general election of 2013.
The Supreme Court, however, set aside one of the tribunal's decisions and ordered re-election in the constituency allowing Baloch to contest again.


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The Mouth of Madness Tour with Gizmachi, Otep and Devil Inside
Navajo Hogan, 2817 N. Nevada Ave.
Sunday, May 22, 7:30 p.m.
$12 advance, $14 day of show, call 632-5490 for more.
Some people can sweetly dream with Iron Maiden blaring -- those who grew up wearing tight T-shirts, long hair and ripped jeans. Now, such metalheads have spawned another generation of musicians with a love for thrashing, screaming and volume. Gizmachi is part of that newer generation, bringing the passion, the rock and the dreadlocks. Just don't call it "nu metal." After all, metal fans of all ages will congregate this summer at Ozzfest to the tunes of now and then by Black Sabbath, Rob Zombie, Mudvayne, the Maiden and Gizmachi. Catch the young guns at the Hogan for the Mouth of Madness Tour (for more on Otep, see full story on page 58). Don't forget your earplugs.
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Daniel Besler
Daniel J. Besler, of Milpitas, Calif., passed away at his home in Milpitas on Dec. 2, 2012, surrounded by family and loved ones.
Dan was born in Dubuque, on Oct. 5, 1950, a twin to brother Dick, son of Margene (Reiff) and Urban J. Besler of Hopkinton. He grew up in rural Hopkinton, graduated from Western Dubuque High School, and enlisted in the U.S. Navy in 1971. He spent much of his adult life at sea and living on land in California. In 1989, Dan met the love of his life, Trina Villicana and they married in 1991. After 21 years of service, Dan retired from the Navy in 1992.
He was honored by a Veterans service at the National Cemetery in Dixon, Calif. on Dec. 12. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, Relay for Life, or any Veterans organization.
Local survivors include his sister Carol (Besler) and Brad Snell of North Liberty.


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By Alan Baldwin
LONDON (Reuters) – Mexican Grand Prix organizers are planning to bring more of a flavor of the country's Day of the Dead festivities to this year's race, after previous reticence due to Formula One's inherent danger and tragic past.
The Oct 29 race precedes the annual 'Dia de Muertos' holidays, now a big tourist draw, in which Mexican families remember their dead and celebrate the continuity of life.
"This year we want to play the Day of the Dead a little bit more," Rodrigo Sanchez, the grand prix's marketing head, told Reuters in an interview.
"Since the first year we were thinking about doing things. We weren't very sure how this was going to look from an international perspective, because obviously it's a sport that has its risks."
Formula One's most recent driver fatality was in 2015, the year Mexico returned to the race calendar after a 23-year absence, when Frenchman Jules Bianchi died of head injuries sustained in Japan the previous year.
Another casualty was Mexican Ferrari driver Ricardo Rodriguez, who died in 1962 in a crash at what is now the country's grand prix circuit, named after him and his late brother Pedro.
Pedro Rodriguez won two grands prix before his death in a sports car race in Germany in 1971.
"Since year one we were like 'maybe we should do something to commemorate the Rodriguez brothers'," said Sanchez.
"We were looking to do stuff around there, just basically trying to bridge and find that connection between Formula One, motorsports and Day of the Dead."
Mexico drew 135,000 spectators on race day last year – second only to British circuit Silverstone's 139,000 – with about 30 percent of them foreigners.
The race is backed by the government, which pays the hosting fees to Formula One and sees it as an important driver for tourism and Mexico's image abroad.
Sanchez said a recent economic report put the benefits to the city and country of the race, which follows on immediately from the U.S. Grand Prix in Austin, Texas, at around $750 million a year.
Disputes over migration, the proposed border wall which Mexico says it will not pay for, and U.S. President Donald Trump's claim that free-trade with Mexico costs jobs in the United States, have strained relations between the countries.
"This is a huge year for Mexico for what's being said outside," said Sanchez.
"This is a year where Mexicans are really coming together and instilling that pride about being Mexicans and really showing what Mexico's all about and not letting themselves get down by comments."
Force India's Sergio 'Checo' Perez, the only Mexican on the F1 starting grid, has joined in a social media campaign using the hashtag #bridgesnotwalls.
Perez also ditched a sunglass sponsor last year for a comment posted on Twitter about Trump's planned wall.
(Reporting by Alan Baldwin, editing by Christian Radnedge)


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Sometimes, trying to figure out solar energy can seem terribly complicated, but it does not have to be that hard. You simply need to be educated on the topic if you want to get started. This article can help you understand more about solar power.
There are two types of solar panel. Poly-crystalline panels are generally less efficient and costly than mono-crystalline panels. Find the most practical product so that you can save the most during the year.
Your solar panels will function correctly if you maintain them. Wash it frequently and check it for problems every day. You can save money by doing this yourself, but should hire someone if you don't feel comfortable doing it.
You need to find a reliable way to store your energy after it is produced by your solar energy system. You may want to get a battery that stores the energy or sell it to the electric company.
If your solar panels should fail, you need to have a backup plan in place. Generators are okay, but being on the grid is even better. Remember that generators must be tested regularly, and you will also want a backup generator!
Even locations with cold weather and clouds can benefit from switching to solar energy. The solar power isn't produced by temperature, it is produced by the sun's rays. Some people even report improved power generation on grey days.
When buying solar panels, stay away from salesmen who try to pressure you into sales. Know what you're looking for before ever setting foot in the shop. Buying on the spot from a high pressure person can mean making the wrong choice and wasting your hard earned money.
If you have room and enough money, the optimal system for solar power is one that uses a sun tracking system for the panels. This type of system tracks the sun's movement across the entire day, and even the entire year. While start-up costs may be higher than for a fixed system, the additional energy production may well make it worthwhile.
Solar Panels
If you have installed solar panels, check the inverter regularly. Look to be sure that the indicator light is solid green. If the inverter light is blinking or not on at all, you should call a technician to come out and fix the problem. Most owners do not have the knowledge to solve most problems. Choose solar panels with a long warranty that includes maintenance and repairs.
Most people do not realize that having a solar powered energy system can allow you to live off the power grid. This gives you independence with the energy unit in your home. This means you won't have to pay a monthly power bill any more or set up power service when you move homes.
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You now should know much more about solar energy. You can design your solar energy plan with confidence now that you are armed with this knowledge. You know it's the way to go, and now you know the advice you need in order to get started.


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The Dead Line
Welcome to the riot, it's saturday night
I'm workin' on red eyes but I'm feeling alright
Ain't it like a living end, and burning like a flame
I take it to the limit before the glory fades
You say our music's brainless-boring punk rock
A psychedelic nightmare, but when they gonna stop
Andrew's on Daniel's, Toody's on Bliss
It's all I ever wanted, the best it ever gets
My head's a little scattered 'cause I'm working on the dead line
There's a panic going backstage, something just broke
Edwin's got a flashlight, looking through the smoke
Monitors squeeling and I just broke a string
And Andrew's got beer sprayed all over everything
Someone tripped the power, the lights are going dim
People hanging outside trying to get in
Toody's yelling something, I must be out of tune
That's the least of my problems, can't hear nothing in this room
My head's a little scattered 'cause I'm working on the dead line
Yeah, my life's a broken wire but I'm getting my kicks
Another night of chaos with Edwin on the mix
Time to load equipment, where the hell did Andrew go ?
Weeden's got the t-shirts, and records on the floor
Hans and Ruud are talking, man, I need a cigarette
They say we're playing Vera, if we don't get in a wreck
Toody holds the lighter, when someone has to ask
"So why's the candle burning ?" "Cause nothing ever lasts"
My head's a little scattered 'cause I'm working on the dead line


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Harmanjot Singh asks who's responsible for his grandfather Ranjit Singh's death. Farmer Ranjit Singh committed suicide after many attempts to seek assistance from politicians.
He was burdened with debt and due to ongoing expenses and inability to pay he committed suicide. The family didn't realize he would take such a step.
Ranjit Singh reached out to several politicians for assistance and became had hope after he met with Rahul Gandhi. However, the politicians fake promises and lack of attention to farmers led him to take the step.


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Josée Lemoine
Founder and President
CMC, BComm (Hons), BA
Josée Lemoine is both a strategist and a tactician. She's equally able to create strategy and implement it. Josée excels as the lead facilitator, helping each organization create their own strategy. She exhibits a keen ability to adapt to the unique needs of each client group, maximizing the benefits to the participants and the organization. She has coached numerous executives and leaders in managing and implementing change. She has been providing services in the areas of strategy and business planning, facilitation, project management, as well as organizational development since 1998.
Josée is a Certified Management Consultant, an internationally recognized consulting designation. She is also an Effective Facilitator certified by Leadership Strategies, the top facilitation course in the USA. Josée is working towards becoming a Certified Master Facilitator, of which there are only 30 in North America.
She has facilitated, developed and critiqued numerous strategy and business plans. Groups have ranged from as little as three to five participants, to as many as 100. Using techniques which enable everyone to participate according to their own personal style, maximum participation can be achieved. Her successes have been in understanding the client's ultimate goal and articulating a vision to describe it, followed by a detailed plan to achieve it. When asked to work with a client to implement the plan, Josée helps you develop an action plan, capable of making that vision a reality. Her knowledge and skills in organizational and human resources development is also an asset in helping management teams develop themselves and become better leaders and coaches.
Josée loves Winnipeg and Manitoba and will promote its wonderful attributes to anyone who'll listen. Always ready for an adventure, she travels as broadly as she can. She also loves food, wine, chocolate and great conversations.
Current Opportunities
Strategy Analyst
The Strategy Analyst reports directly to the President and assists in the development and delivery of project related work in addition to client relationship management, marketing and administration responsibilities. The ideal candidate is interested in consulting as a career, is working towards achieving the Certified Management Consultant designation or is interested in working towards achieving it. This person is also interested in becoming a skilled facilitator. With 10 years under our belt, we still consider ourselves as an entrepreneurial organization, our goal is to keep learning, always.
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How to Make It
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Place papers in 24 muffin-tin cups. In a mixing bowl, beat eggs. Beat in mayonnaise. Mix well with devil's food cake mix, water, and vanilla. Divide the batter among the cups. Bake until toothpick inserted comes out clean, about 25 minutes. Cool. For the frosting, melt semisweet chocolate chips in a double boiler; whisk in sour cream. Frost the cupcakes immediately.


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Something I had been wanting to try in the Weber Baby Q for awhile, was Zucchini Slice. It's one of my favourite things to make and it's so easy and tasty. It's great to serve with salad and just about any meat. It also … [Read more...]
Cornmeal Muffins in the Weber Baby Q
When we were finalising the plans for our NextGen Caravan, one of the things we decided not to include was an oven. We are use to doing most of our cooking outside anyway. So instead, we bought a Weber Baby Q barbecue. … [Read more...]
Banana Bread in the Weber Baby Q
A few months ago we bought ourselves a Weber Baby Q. We have already used it lots when we have been away travelling. We have cooked some awesome roasts in it as well as using it for grilling things like steak and … [Read more...]
BBQ Chicken Stir Fry – Easy Camp Cooking
Whenever we go away on a trip, I like to at least try and continue to eat healthily. This can sometimes be a challenge for any number of reasons. You may only have a limited amount of space to store food or you might be … [Read more...]
Lamb Shank Soup
I love winter time for the fact that I can make and eat soup any time I like! Most of the soups I make tend to be more like a meal just like this Lamb Shank Soup. I make it in my slow cooker, but as I have proved with a … [Read more...]
Chicken and Veg Kebabs
If you think camping food is all sausages and baked beans then think again! Whenever we go camping I still like to eat well and have a nice variety of foods to eat but I also like to keep our meals simple and quick to … [Read more...]
Camp Oven Cooking – Roast Lamb
We recently purchased our first Camp Oven. We bought a 9 quart one as we thought this would be the most versatile size for our purposes. At the same time we got a metal trivet. This sits in the … [Read more...]
Pumpkin Soup
As I have mentioned before, I love road–side stalls for finding fresh local produce when we are travelling. Last weekend we went for a day trip to Maroon Dam and I picked up a lovely fresh pumpkin for $3.00 which I have … [Read more...]


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Measuring Biological Impacts of Nanomaterials
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Part of the Bioanalytical Reviews book series (BIOREV, volume 5)
Part of the Bioanalytical Reviews book series (BIOREV, volume 5)
This book reviews several aspects of the biological response to nanoscale particles on a molecular and cellular level. Nanoscale materials and nanoscale particles in particular have interesting properties and beneficial applications. While they thus have entered our daily lifes on many different levels (from electronics, over textiles, packaging or surface modifications, to biomedical applications), general rules describing their interaction with biological structures and biological matter are still difficult to derive. The existing literature suggests a variety of interaction schemes between nanoparticles and biological objects, not dispelling the public concerns about possible health effects and harmful properties. A systematic approach to the problem is needed and timely.
This book specifically emphasizes bioanalytical problems starting from the characterization of the nanomaterials to the pitfalls and potential artifacts of state-of-the-art cytotoxicity assays that are frequently used to study harmful effects on cells. It also highlights the application of label-free bioanalytical techniques that can potentially complement the present approaches and hence provide new perspectives on this highly discussed cutting-edge field of research and public concern.


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You probably don't think about your HVAC system until it isn't working When that occurs, it is then urgent. Finding a new person to repair your system or put in a new system can be a challenge. Here are some suggestions to help you along the way.
Before you call someone to help you fix your system, be sure to know what sort of system you have in place. Take a look at the system or the owner's manual to find the name and model number. This will help make sure that the contractor you hire has all the necessary information.
If you struggle with your HVAC, try touring your home before calling a professional. Figure out which rooms are too cool or warm. That knowledge can help the technician figure out what is going on.
Before you choose an HVAC contractor, have an idea in your mind of what needs to be done. Discussing the problem is simplified if you understand what has happened with the unit. It will be way more hard if you can't figure out what they need to do. So, know this information in advance.
Clean the fan blades and coils prior to summertime. Always make sure you shut off the power before you do any work on the unit other than superficial cleaning. Also, make sure you remove any debris or leaves from the condenser unit outside.
Each spring, clean the fan blades and coils on your condenser. First, make sure the power is off to ensure nothing moves while you are working. Then remove the grill, remove the blades and clean it from top to bottom gently.
Lubricate your fan condenser if it has oil ports. Such ports tend to have coverings made of rubber or metal. Put 10 drops of lightweight, non-detergent SAE oil in each port. Be careful not to use too much.
You want to put the outdoor compressor device in a shaded area. If you have a unit taking in air that's cooler, it won't have to work so hard to cool air that it sends to your home.
In order to boost efficiency, place new outdoor units or move your current unit to a place which resides in the shade. If the air your machine draws in is already cooler, it will require less energy to regulate before it's filtered into your home.
One way to save some money with A/C is by having a programmable thermostat installed. A thermostat that's programmable is going to save you around ten percent on the heating and cooling costs you have to pay when you turn it back about fifteen percent for a part of the day. This will save you a lot of money during the year.
From reading the above article, you should now be more comfortable in your knowledge about HVAC systems. These suggestions should help you in understanding your unit and how to repair or replace it. Remember the tips here to help you with HVAC systems.


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- Pool Rules
- Lined swimsuits must be worn per health code. Basketball shorts of any kind are no allowed.
- Please keep our pool area clean and remove your shoes before walking on deck.
- Take a shower before getting in the pool.
- Children under the age of 9 must have an adult in the water with them. The adult is required to remain in arms reach of the child.
- Any person with an open wound such as a cut or sore will not be allowed in the pool, per health code.
- Safety is our first priority, and we reserve the right to clear the pool or inclement weather. We close the pool when lightning or thunder is present or evident. After each observation of thunder or lightning within a five mile radius, the pool will be closed for a 30 minute period.
- Lifeguards have the final authority in enforcing safety in and around the water.
- Aquatics Cancellation
A credit/refund, less $15 service fee per class, will be issued if an individual withdraws from class before the registration deadline. For cancellations after the registration deadline, please refer to our Credit/Refund Policy.
- Missed Classes
There is no provision made for class makeup for children missing classes. This is so the students registered will have quality and consistency in their lessons.
- Observation Policy
Parents are encouraged and invited to attend and observe on the pool deck on the FIRST AND LAST DAY of each session of classes. For your comfort, please dress for warm temperatures and remove street shoes before walking through the shower area and onto the pool deck. This is an opportunity for the student to demonstrate and share with the parents what they have learned during the session. During the session, parents can watch the lessons from a monitor in the lobby.
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POLL: 9 Hero Characters From Shojo Manga That Would Make Ideal Boyfriends
Japanese females named 9 desirable male characters from Shojo series
Shojo series provide an abundance of male characters that Japanese females dream of, whether it's a classroom hero, a cool and perfect senpai or a knight in shining armor. Many of them maintain a delicate balance of coolness, shyness, manliness and sensitivity that the main character usually falls for. Japanese relationship portal Otome Sugoren conducted an online poll to find out which of these male characters are desired by Japanese females to be their dream boyfriend.
1. Refreshing and kind: Shota Kazehaya from Kimi ni Todoke - From Me To You
"I admire a popular person" (A female in her teens)
2. Strong-willed, but can never win over his girl: Shinichi Chiaki from Nodame Cantabile
"My dream is to be taken care of by a cool boyfriend, just like Nodame!" (a female in her 20s)
3. A mysterious bishie: Yu Matsuura from Marmalade Boy
"He acts cold, but then gives a suprise kiss...it's intriguing because I'll never know what he is thinking" (a female in her 20s)
4. Manly leadership: Tsukasa Domyoji from Boys Over Flowers
"I would love to be told, 'I know you are secretly in love with me'" (a female in her 20s)
5. Stoic but passionate: Masumi Hayami from Glass Mask
"He can be harsh at times, but in fact he is the strongest supporter! His hidden passion is very desirable!" (a female in her 30s)
6. Over-the-top personality: Taxido Mask from Sailor Moon
"I love his elaborate comments like 'Tears do not go with your beautiful eyes' in Japanese" (a female in her 30s)
7. Does not seem to care usually but will always be there: Shun Makabe from Tokimeki Tonight
"My ideal boyfriend is Shun because he always saves Ranze without fail" (a famale in her 30s)
8. Bold and daring: Shinobu Morita from Honey and Clover
"You can never tell what he would do next and I admire his determination for his dream" (a female in her 20s)
9. A dedicated lover: André Grandier from The Rose of Versailles
"I cried for him sacrificing his life for the love of his life" (a female in her 30s)
Source: http://www.sugoren.com/report/1387430771734/


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Ola Kamara scored a hat trick as Norway dealt Bert van Marwijk a rude awakening in his first match as Australia coach with the Socceroos slumping to a dismal 4-1 loss in Oslo on Friday.
The hosts, who sit 20 places below the 37th-ranked Socceroos, dominated from the start and were full value for their win in front of a sparse crowd at a bitterly cold Ullevaal Stadium.
Three goals from the LA Galaxy's Kamara and a header from Tore Reginiussen secured the emphatic victory after Jackson Irvine had given the Socceroos the lead with a 19th-minute header.
Van Marwijk handed debuts to Dimi Petratos and Andrew Nabbout in a 4-2-3-1 formation with Bailey Wright named in an uncustomary right-back role.
Norway made all the early running and should have opened the scoring through Bjorn Johnsen who was put clear by skipper Stefan Johansen but he shot straight at Mat Ryan.
Australia offered little in attack but in a rare foray, Nabbout won a corner which was subsequently swung in by Aaron Mooy and Irvine rose unmarked to nod home his second international goal.
Despite the early setback the home side continued to press forward in impressive fashion. The pace of highly rated Mohamed Elyounoussi on the left flank was constant threat to the Socceroos' defence and he was the architect of Kamara's equaliser.
The Basel winger, who scored against Manchester City in a recent Champions League game, skipped past Mark Milligan and his low cross was met first time by Kamara for an easy finish.
Van Marwijk opted against any changes at half-time and before he could shuffle his pack, the hosts scored twice in nine minutes to effectively seal the contest.
Centre-back Reginuissen was given the freedom of Oslo to head past Ryan after Irvine misjudged Johansen's inswinging free kick seven minutes after the break.
Kamara then finished emphatically after latching onto a terrible pass from Ryan intended for Mile Jedinak and fired past the Brighton keeper.
Van Marwijk then made a flurry of changes but it made little difference as Lars Lagerback's side continued to dominate.
Bjorn Johnsen should have extended Norway's lead with a free header that he put over the bar after losing Milligan in the box.
But it was Kamara who had the final word two minutes from time with a curling, low finish to complete his hat-trick and cap off a miserable day for van Marwijk's side who face 13th-ranked Colombia in London on Tuesday.


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Indian Navy invites Online Applications from unmarried Male Candidates for Enrolment as Sailors for Senior Secondary Recruits (SSR)-01/2016 Batch Course Commencing February 2016. The last date for submission of online applications is 7th June 2015.
|Age Limit
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|Sailors for Senior Secondary Recruits (SSR)-01/2016 Batch
|Candidates should have been born between 01 Feb 1995 to 31 Jan 1999 (Both dates inclusive)
|During training period, Stipend – ₹ 5700/- Per Month. On completion of initial training, they will be placed in the Pay Band ₹ 5200-20200. In addition they will be paid Grade Pay @ ₹ 2000/- plus MSP @ ₹ 2000/- plus DA.
Educational Qualifications: Qualified in 10+2/ equivalent examination with Maths & Physics and at-least one of these subjects; Chemistry / Biology / Computer science. Selection Process: Written Test, Physical Fitness Test (PFT) and Medical Standards. How To Apply: Eligible Persons apply online on or before 07/06/2015. Print two copies of the online application form. One copy duly signed, along with attested copies of matriculation certificate, 10+2 marksheet, domicile, NCC Certificate (if held) & one self addressed envelop of size 22×10 cms with Rs 10/- stamp affixed on envelope to be forwarded at Indian Navy address (States wise). Last date of receipt of application is 15/06/2015. For candidates of North East, J&K, Andaman & Nicobar, Lakshadeep & Minicoy Island – 22/06/2015. In case of any difficulty faced by potential candidates they may contact IHQ MoD on Telephone No: 011 -23793067.
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COVID-19, the 2019 novel coronavirus, has had a significant impact on Maine businesses and workers. We know there are many concerns and want to be able to provide information as soon as we possibly can. Information related to the workplace is linked below. As changes are made, updates will be posted. To receive updates directly, please follow the Maine Department of Labor on Facebook and Twitter.
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» Why Is It So Important To Maintain Your Cars Air Conditioning System?
Why Is It So Important To Maintain Your Cars Air Conditioning System?
Almost every modern car on Britain's roads today comes with air conditioning as standard. A few cars might even have climate control, where you set the system to offer a specific temperature.
We don't usually think much about our car's air conditioning systems. When it's hot, we press the "a/c" button to cool the cabin down. And during the colder months, air conditioning helps to demist our windows in double-quick time!
To most people, air conditioning is just another of our car's functions that works in the background. Those folks don't realise air conditioning systems need occasional maintenance. Just like with other car functions!
Just why is it so important that maintain your car's air conditioning system? Continue reading to learn some of the main reasons why.
Air conditioning promotes a healthy environment
For many people, sitting inside of their cars takes up a large part of their daily lives. Taxi drivers and delivery people are just some people that work from their cars. Others might have long commutes to work and back each day.
It's no secret that the air around us can sometimes make us ill. Toxic fumes from roadworks or places we drive through can affect our breathing and health in general. The good news is that air conditioning works to promote a healthy environment in your car.
Your car's air conditioning system filters the air before it enters the cabin. It removes any irritants that can affect or cause respiratory problems like asthma, for example. But a system that isn't maintained can have the opposite effect on car occupants. You will usually notice this when you turn off the air conditioning, and it smells damp or mouldy.
Air conditioning repairs can get expensive
All car air conditioning systems lose a bit of gas each year, despite the sealed nature of the systems. It's not something that can get avoided. Many people opt for an air conditioning system check whenever they have a service carried out on their cars.
If you never check your car's air conditioning system, it will soon have too little gas to operate. That can then cause problems with rubber seals, the condenser and the compressor. What that means for you is an expensive repair bill.
As with most things in life, prevention is better than the cure. Maintaining your air conditioning system will ensure years of good service. Places like TCH Ford don't charge a lot to carry out system inspections and re-gassing.
Air conditioning is a necessity
Years ago, people used to think of air conditioning as a luxury that only prestige cars had as standard. Today, it's difficult to find a modern car that doesn't have air conditioning.
With climate change on the forefront of everyone's minds, our summers are getting hotter than they used to. In retrospect, our winters are getting colder. Arctic conditions aren't so rare these days.
We depend on our car's air conditioning to keep the temperature during the summer months. And we also depend on it to remove the moisture from the inside of our cars when it's cold outside.
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WINSTON-SALEM, N.C., Nov. 21, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Perched 12 stories up on top of the roof of Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center, a 31-foot Moravian star, one of the largest in the world, will usher in the holiday season for the 20th year.
(Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20111114/DC06171LOGO)
The idea for the star was initiated in 1992 by Shirley Hasty, a secretary in chaplaincy and pastoral education at Wake Forest Baptist, and a sign company in Lexington created the 3,400-pound star. Hasty, who has since passed away, left a lasting legacy to the medical center and the Winston-Salem community.
"I think the star on top of the hospital symbolizes the light of God's love in our lives," said Paul Mullen, director, church and community relations at Wake Forest Baptist. "All of us want to organize our lives around symbols that bring meaning and a sense of purpose pointing us to truths that are greater than ourselves."
The one-of-a-kind star has 27 points that range in length from seven to 11 feet long and weigh from 30 to 65 pounds each. Each of the 27 points is illuminated by a 100-watt bulb.
Mike Cheek, electrical section manager at Wake Forest Baptist, said it takes 11 employees working up to eight hours to put the star together. It stands 12 feet up off of the roof base once they raise it into place.
"We really didn't know how much it mattered until one year we had it lit and the star went out," said Cheek, "and we received so many phone calls wondering why the star was not on. So, we know it means a lot to the community and the facility."
"Many members of our community really enjoy driving by and seeing the star lit up in the holiday season," Mullen said.
The annual Christmas star lighting and worship service will be held Monday, Nov. 26, from 5:45 p.m. to 6:15 p.m. The service, which is free and open to the public, will be held on the top level of Wake Forest Baptist's Eden Terrace parking deck off Hawthorne Road.
The service features the lighting of the star as well as music by the Medical Center Chorale and a large Moravian band. Rev. Gary Gunderson, vice president, faith and health ministries, will be the worship leader.
Hot apple cider and other refreshments will be served.
For additional information about the service, please contact Church and Community Relations at (336) 716-3027.
Note: Video and photos, including a time lapse version of the star being assembled, are available in the Download Center. Preview the time lapse video. Preview the video on the history and meaning of our Moravian Star.
Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center (www.wakehealth.edu) is a fully integrated academic medical center located in Winston-Salem, N.C. The institution comprises the medical education and research components of Wake Forest School of Medicine; the integrated clinical structure and consumer brand Wake Forest Baptist Health; the commercialization of research discoveries through the Piedmont Triad Research Park, and a network of affiliated community-based hospitals, physician practices, outpatient services and other medical facilities. Wake Forest School of Medicine is ranked among the nation's best medical schools and is a leading national research center in fields such as regenerative medicine, cancer, neuroscience, aging, addiction and public health sciences. Wake Forest Baptist's clinical programs have consistently been ranked among the best in the country by U.S. News & World Report for the past 20 years.
|SOURCE Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center
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Essay writing has a long history, dating back to the age of scribes who composed information and poetry on parchments, hides and rocks. Historical findings have unearthed amazing written materials which date back to the medieval era. Fast forward to the present day of technology and information, in schools across the world, students are expected to produce the knowledge they gather in their academic milestones on paper. This is what is called essay writing, however some would prefer to term in composition or article writing, but whatever the case, good writing is not always inborn. Students are gifted differently when it comes to performance in different subjects such as grammar, science and math, however, when it comes to writing, each and every learner is required to sharp this skill so that he or she can be able to effectively partake on writing exams and term papers which are usually the bulk of academic activities. An essay constitutes a number of sections and while a student can be well-endowed with writing skills, sometimes coming up with a good title is a big challenge. On the web and in class, you will always come across many article title composition tips but how do you evaluate they are authentic? In this article, we take a look at just how well you are supposed to write a composition title, so read on for some fundamental points to consider.
Creative minds know just how well to grab attention and so when it comes to writing an essay, creative students will want to grab the attention of the reader right from the onset. Your title is your entry point and so it should be plain. You can always look out for quotes which have a strong bearing or metaphorical with what you are writing and then have them as your heading.
Well, most of the times this is what many students use to come up with good titles. Here, you want to come up with a title which has a direct link including what you want to talk about. It is old fashioned but still viable even today.
When writing, sometimes moving from the unknown is important, so is the same useful when writing titles. You can always have a title which includes a familiar term with something peculiar to grab attention.
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There are two types of people in this world: those who stick with the same carrier for decades at a time, and those who jump from one to another in order get the best phones. If you fall into the latter category, now may be the time to head over to AT&T, because the HTC One X just dropped to a penny at Amazon Wireless.
Sure, HTC may have already announced the One X+ with AT&T as its exclusive provider here in the States, but that doesn't take away from what a solid device the original One X is right now.Read More


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Desert Area Home Prices Up Slightly in November, But Sales Drop
Trends at a Glance
According to the Desert Real Estate Report, the median price for single-family, re-sale homes rose 14.5% from October. Year-over-year, the median price was down 3.8%. This is the lowest year-over-year decline since December 2007. The average price for homes was up 6.7% year-over-year. This is also the first time that has happened since December 2007. It points to increased activity in the move-up market, $500 to $1MM, and the upper end market of $1MM plus. (Click to read on..)


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So you volunteered to be Team Mom. Now What? Whether it's arranging for the best snacks ever, coordinating travel and practice schedules, or supporting the coach staff in any way possible, the following information will help get you on the right track. But remember, moms can be coaches too (and dads can take on the role of team parent!)
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Double check gift card. Often it is for Verizon wireless.
And usually, the offer tpstates what type of card it is.
@Nalini wrote:
Good luck with any kind of "deal" with Verizon. I tried and only wasted my time. So I signed up again at new rate, 30.00 more than before. But wait! There's a 100.00 gift card! It came today and it is not a visa gift card as in the past, it's a Verizon "gift" card that I can use to pay my inflated bill. This is one of the worst examples of indifference toward customers I have ever experienced.
The card can be used via paying "one time payment" from the app or your web portal.
you select other, then from the drop down list select "other" "gift card " it should then take it.
this has been discussed at dsl reports web site
09-16-2018 12:02 PM - edited 09-16-2018 12:05 PM
I have been a long time customer over 8 years. FIOS had no interest in keeping me as customer. They were planning on raising their fees and monthly charges and offered no discusounts. Just said their service is better. They were going to offer a slightly lower rate, but I would be missing more channels. Then the kicker is they decided to increase the top boxes to $12 per month. The same top boxes I've had for 8 years. But all of a sudden they are now more. The technology is old, but yet the fee has increased. Customer service reps are terrible. I am calling Spectrum and switching. They are offerring better deals now. I will try them for a year and then I could always come back to FIOS as a new customer and get their better new customer rates.
Comcast is offering gigabyte service in LIMITED AREAS.
and its not asymmetrical. (Same speeds up and down)
i had a Spectrum salesmen stop by our home when i had them prewire our residence incase verizon played the old raise the rate on our gigabyte. We don't use tv or phone.
i pointed it out about the speeds and he did say i was correct.
so if you do leave make sure it is gigabyte service.
I dropped Verizon Wireless for the same reason.
If there were other high speed options besides Comcast, I'd already be gone...
I still have Fios and Phone, for now, but T-Mobile offered $30/month flat rate for those over 55 and that includes taxes and fees. Also, with the rebate and Free second Phone, I received two Galaxy S8's for a little over $100 back when they were the newest Samsung.
although you jumped to the other guy verizon also has a 55+ plan, it was rolled out in certain places and its not broadcasted that often but they do have it.
it maybe available where you reside. 1-800-922-0204
06-18-2019 03:51 PM - edited 06-18-2019 05:15 PM
New FIOS customer here. Starting to regret leaving Comcast.
Most cable providers offer new customers better deals than for existing companies.


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Sri Nisargadatta Maharaj quotes:
"The world is like a sheet of paper on which something is typed. The reading and the meaning will vary with the reader, but the paper is the common factor, always present, rarely perceived. When the ribbon is removed, typing leaves no trace on the paper. So is my mind – the impressions keep on coming, but no trace is left."
When you demand nothing of the world, nor of God, when you want nothing, seek nothing, expect nothing, then the Supreme State will come to you uninvited and unexpected.
I am that by Sri Nisargadatta Maharaj is now available on Video, as you can see here! Be in the presence of Maharaj for 90 minutes while the camera remains on his expressions, observe his gestures, listen to his voice while looking in his eyes.
In I am that DVD, by Sri Nisargadatta Maharaj is covering most of the core essence of his teachings. An AMAZING document… You are in Maharaj presence!
Books on Sri Nisargadatta Maharaj include:
* 'Sulabh Atmajnana' (Kannada & Marathi) written by Shri Samarth Sadguru Ganapatrao Maharaj published by Adhyatma Bhandar Kannur gives in road to simple Paramartha & Sadhana tips.
* 'Adhyatma Dnyanacha Yogeshwar' (Vol I & II) written by Nisargadatta Maharaj. 130 talks of Siddharameshwar Maharaj (Marathi), November, 1961 and July, 1962.
* Master of Self Realization, An English translation of 'Adhyatma Dnyanacha Yogeshwar' written by Nisargadatta Maharaj, a collection of 130 Talks by Siddharameshwar Maharaj, which also includes a newly revised edition of "Master Key to Self-Realization" which was written by Shri Siddharameshwar Maharaj himself. ISBN 978-0578027890
* Atmagyana and Paramatmayoga, Sri Nisargadatta Maharaj, Marathi.[25][26]
* Self Knowledge and Self Realization, Sri Nisargadatta Maharaj, Edited by Jean Dunn, 1963.
* I Am That, Talks with Sri Nisargadatta, Transcribed and edited by Maurice Frydman. Chetana Publishing, Bombay,[27] 1973. ISBN 0-89386-022-0.
* The Nectar of the Lord's Feet: Final Teachings of Sri Nisargadatta Maharaj: Discourses January–November 1980. Edited by Robert Powell. 1990.ISBN 1-85230-011-6.
* Nectar of Immortality, Sri Nisargadatta Maharaj Discourses on the Eternal, Edited by Robert Powell. 1987. ISBN 81-208-1733-8.
* Seeds of Consciousness: The Wisdom of Sri Nisargadatta Maharaj, Edited by Jean Dunn. (Talks recorded, 1979–1980). Chetana Publishing, Bombay 1990. ISBN 0-89386-025-5.
* Beyond Freedom: Talks with Sri Nisargadatta Maharaj, S.K. Mullarpattan, Ed..
* Consciousness and the Absolute, The Final Talks of Sri Nisargadatta Maharaj, Edited by Jean Dunn. (Talks recorded, 1981). 1994. ISBN 0-89386-041-7.
* The Wisdom of Sri Nisargadatta Maharaj, Blue Dove Press, 1995.
* Prior to Consciousness, Talks with Sri Nisargadatta Maharaj, Edited by Jean Dunn. (Talks recorded,1980–1981). Chetana Publishing 1999. ISBN 0-89386-024-7.
* The Ultimate Medicine: Dialogues with a Realized Master, Edited by Robert Powell. 1994. ISBN 1-55643-633-5.
* I Am Unborn: Talks with Sri Nisargadatta Maharaj by Pradeep Apte & Vijayendra Deshpande.
* The Experience of Nothingness, Sri Nisargadatta Maharaj's Talks on Realizing the Infinite. Edited by Robert Powell. 1996. ISBN 1-884997-14-7.
* The Wisdom-Teachings of Nisargadatta Maharaj, A Visual Journey (Talks recorded,1977–1979). Edited by Matthew Greenblatt. InnerDirections Publishing, 2003. ISBN 1-878019-20-1.
* Gleanings From Nisargadatta, Mark West, Australia, Beyond Description Publishing, 2006.
* The Nisargadatta Gita. Pradeep Apte, India, Lulu.com 2008
* I AM(The complete 'I am' quotes of Sri Nisargadatta Maharaj),Pradeep Apte,India,Lulu.com 2008


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Marcus Smart suspended 3 games for shoving fan
Mon., Feb. 10, 2014
STILLWATER, Okla. – Marcus Smart was quiet and subdued as he apologized at a podium, a demeanor in stark contrast to the one that sent shockwaves through Oklahoma State's basketball program hours earlier.
Smart was suspended three games Sunday by the Big 12 for shoving a fan in the closing seconds of the Cowboys' loss at Texas Tech on Saturday night. The conference acted swiftly in banning the All-America guard, saying in a statement the penalty was handed down for "inappropriate conduct with a spectator."
Smart apologized to the fan, his teammates and his family for his role in the altercation.
"This is not how I conduct myself," said Smart, a top NBA prospect. "This is not how the program is run. This is not how I was raised. I let my emotions get the best of me. … No fingers pointing – this is all upon me."
Late in Saturday night's game at Lubbock, Texas, Smart tumbled out of bounds behind the basket after trying to block a shot. He was helped to his feet and then shoved Jeff Orr with two hands after it appeared the Red Raiders fan said something to him. Teammates pulled Smart away as he pointed back and shouted in Orr's direction.
Smart will miss games against Texas, Oklahoma and Baylor. He can return for a Feb. 22 home game against Texas Tech. Smart will be allowed to practice.
Texas Tech released a statement saying it conducted a thorough investigation. Orr denied making a racial slur, and Tech said the evidence backs up Orr's statement.
Orr, who goes to many Tech games every year, has voluntarily agreed to not attend any Red Raiders home or away games for the remainder of the season, according to the statement.
"I would like to take this opportunity to offer my sincere apologies to Marcus Smart, Oklahoma State, Tubby Smith and the Texas Tech Men's Basketball program," Orr said in the statement. "My actions last night were inappropriate and do not reflect myself or Texas Tech – a university I love dearly. I regret calling Mr. Smart a 'piece of crap' but I want to make it known that I did not use a racial slur of any kind."
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The Gale Language Thesaurus is a subset of the master Gale Humanities Thesaurus. This thesaurus includes terms related to writing, linguistics, individual world languages, grammar, speech, signs and symbols, rhetoric, philology, onomasiology (naming), semantics, and lexicology. All thesaural relationships (BT/NT, RT, USE/UF) are included, and some terms have scope notes. The thesaurus contains 757 preferred terms/concepts (2019) and is continually updated.