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NEWPORT Gwent Dragons are confident that coaches Lyn Jones and Kingsley Jones will be at the helm next season after the pair were linked with Gloucester.
It has been reported that the Aviva Premiership side are interested in bringing the management duo to Kingsholm following the sacking of former Wales international Nigel Davies.
The Cherry and Whites are said to have drawn up a shortlist that includes the Dragons' Joneses along with ex-All Blacks coach Wayne Smith, former South Africa and Italy chief Nick Mallett and Newcastle boss Dean Richards.
Director of rugby Lyn won plenty of plaudits for the way that he battled relegation with London Welsh in 2012/13, being nominated for Premiership coach of the year despite failing to beat the drop.
His right-hand man Kingsley captained Gloucester and was among the contenders for the job in 2012.
The Kingsholm job is an attractive one but the Dragons are confident that the pair will stay to finish the rebuilding job that they started when they arrived at Rodney Parade last summer.
"Both Lyn and Kingsley are contracted to us and they have set out their stall in terms of their long-terms plans and aims for the region," said Dragons chief executive Gareth Davies.
"Lyn has frequently talks about turning the Dragons into a serious entity over the next three or four years and I am confident he will do that."
The Cherry and Whites have spent big in recent months to snap up Wales hooker Richard Hibbard, New Zealand tighthead John Afoa and England lock Tom Palmer.
But the Joneses have also been busy in the recruitment market to bring in experienced campaigners to aid in the development of the likes of Hallam Amos, Jack Dixon and Tyler Morgan.
"We planted a lot of seeds in the winter and we are hoping to see the growth over the next 18 to 24 months," said Lyn Jones last week.
He also wrote in his programme notes ahead of the season finale against Treviso that "signing the head coach after signing the playing squad is not always the smartest move".
Davies was sacked by Gloucester on Monday after a hugely disappointing season that saw them finish ninth in the Aviva Premiership (23 points off the playoffs), fail to reach the knockout stages of the Heineken Cup and miss out on qualification for the Rugby Champions Cup.
He was followed out of the door by defence coach and former Wales flanker Paul Moriarty, who was not offered a fresh contract.


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Prior to Miami's 5-4 win on Thursday, Atlanta manager Fredi Gonzalez discussed wondering whether the Marlins were stealing signs or somehow picking up the pitches. But Gonzalez said, "At the end, we came up with nothing."
"To me, it's kind of laughable," Miami catcher Jarrod Saltalamacchia said. "It doesn't affect us. All it says to me is we're going out there swinging the bats. We're swinging the bats well enough where people are going to think we're cheating and getting signs.
"At the end of the year, we'll let all that play out. We're not going to let that affect who we are or what we're doing. We're having a good approach right now. They're leaving balls over the plate, and we're able to do something."
The Marlins are a young team striving to gain respect, and they are used to being the target of jokes and ridicule.
"I think the Marlins have kind of been a punching bag almost for the past few years, because of things that have happened," said Saltalamacchia, who celebrated his 29th birthday on Friday. "It doesn't bother us, as far as we go. We've got to go out there and control what we can control.
"At the same time, as a player, you kind of sit back and laugh a little bit. From my perspective, I like it. I think they're focusing on the wrong things. For them to focus on what we're doing, and 'Are we stealing signs? Are we doing this?' That means they're not focusing on what they should be focusing on. That kind of gives us an advantage."
Manager Mike Redmond said sign stealing accusations are typically the first thing teams ask after a string of lopsided losses.
"I know when I played we were always changing our signs to make sure," Redmond said. "I know we went out there and played a great series. We got a lot of hits and that was fun to see. For them to be trying to figure out why we were getting so many hits, that's a good thing."
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The billions of dollars in defense budget cuts scheduled to begin at the end of the week will have a swift and severe impact on military readiness, and Congress needs to take fast action to stop them, members of the Joint Chiefs of Staff said Tuesday in an 11th hour bid to keep the reductions from going into effect.
Testifying before the House Appropriations defense subcommittee, the five uniformed leaders of the military branches described how national security would be put at risk if they are forced to make deep decreases in spending for personnel, training, and equipment modernization programs.
Their appearance marks the fourth time in the last three weeks that top Pentagon leaders have testified before a congressional oversight committee about how the country's fiscal outlook affects the armed forces. Their warnings of a looming readiness crisis haven't changed, but the pending deadline has made them more urgent.
"If we do not have the resources to train and equip the force, our young men and women will pay the price, potentially with their lives," said Gen. Ray Odierno, the Army chief of staff.
Despite the dire predictions, many of the cuts to hit the Defense Department and other federal agencies would come in later years and could be partially offset by cuts in programs that are wasteful or behind schedule. Rep. Duncan Hunter, R-Calif., criticized Defense Department officials earlier this month for "adding drama" to the sequestration debate by publicly highlighting the cuts to readiness accounts.
The automatic cuts, known as a sequester in Washington-speak, are scheduled to begin on March 1 and are the result of Congress' failure to trim the deficit by $1.2 trillion over a decade. The Pentagon faces a $46 billion budget reduction through the end of September, and additional cuts would come in future years as long as the sequester remains in effect. The military also has to absorb a $487 billion reduction in defense spending over the next 10 years mandated by the Budget Control Act passed in 2011.
The military's fiscal challenges are further complicated by the lack of a budget for the current fiscal year. Congress hasn't approved one. Instead, lawmakers have been passing bills called continuing resolutions, which keep spending levels at last year's rates. That means the Pentagon is operating on less money than planned, compounding the financial problem facing the armed forces, defense officials said.
U.S. Marine Corps Gen. James Amos said the sequester, combined with the lack of a 2013 defense budget, will have a "devastating impact" on military readiness and create "unacceptable levels of risk" to the U.S. national security strategy.
Amos said America's allies and enemies are watching to determine whether the country remains able to meet its commitments overseas. "Sequestration viewed solely as a budget issue would be a grave mistake," he said.
Gen. Mark Welsh, the Air Force chief of staff, said the sequester and the failure to pass a 2013 budget will "combine to render us unable to continue our current and expected level of operations."
The Pentagon has previously announced that it is cutting the U.S. aircraft carrier presence in the Persian Gulf region from two carriers to one, and Adm. Jonathan Greenert highlighted that move as one of the most significant effects of the sequester.
Greenert, the chief of naval operations, also said that if a 2013 budget isn't passed, the Navy will have to stop the refueling overhauls to two other carriers — the USS Abraham Lincoln and the USS Theodore Roosevelt — and delay the construction of other ships.
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The National Corn Growers Association is applauding the bipartisan work of Sens. Sherrod Brown (D-Ohio), John Thune (R-S.D.), Dick Durbin (D-Ill.) and Dick Lugar (R-Ind.) to introduce legislation that will create the Aggregate Risk and Revenue Management (ARRM) Program.
The bill is designed to simplify, consolidate and streamline existing commodity programs that were authorized as part of the 2008 farm bill.
"We greatly appreciate the senators' work to introduce legislation that will provide a more effective and responsive safety net for America's farmers," NCGA President Bart Schott said.
"This legislation addresses several concerns raised by farmers regarding the Average Crop Revenue Election (ACRE) Program, including overly complicated procedures and delayed payments when losses are experienced.
"We also understand everyone must do their part to help our nation with its difficult financial situation, and we are pleased to see a bill introduced that takes responsible steps to help meet this challenge."
The proposed legislation will eliminate the direct and counter-cyclical payment programs.
Unlike the ACRE Program, ARRM will be an annual election program with calculations to be based on planted acres. Program guarantees will also be based on a five-year Olympic average revenue from a Crop Reporting District instead of on a state-by-state basis.
According to the Congressional Budget Office, ARRM also would result in substantial budget savings.
"While crop insurance is still the No. 1 risk management tool for farmers, an effective, efficient revenue-based risk management tool that addresses gaps not covered by crop insurance is vitally important," Schott said.
"We feel the proposed legislation adopts the right kind of market-oriented approach in providing assistance when most needed by producers.
"We look forward to working with the senators as they continue their work with the Senate Agriculture Committee on a farm safety net for today's risk management needs."
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Wheaton, Ill. - The #20-Wheaton Thunder football team was a 44-10 winner on Saturday afternoon at home. Today's game was tied 10-10 midway in the second quarter when the Thunder scored 10 points in the final 3:34 of the first half to hold a 20-10 halftime lead The hosts added 24 more points in the second half and the Thunder defense held Carthage to just 25 yards of total offense after the halftime intermission.
Wheaton racked up 554 yards of offense on Saturday, averaging 6.7 yards per play. The Thunder passed for 296 yards and ran for 258 yards. The Wheaton defense held Carthage to just 133 total yards of offense, with 77 passing yards and 56 yards on the ground.
Quarterback Jordan Roberts was 24-for-27 passing with 258 yards through the air, with five touchdown passes. Roberts set a school single-game record in today's contest with 17 consecutive pass completions. He broke the previous mark of 16 straight completions that was set by Keith Bishop on October 1, 1983 against Elmhurst.
Sophomore Mark Hiben was Roberts' top target with seven catches for 86 yards and one touchdown. Morgan Cook caught six passes for 85 yards, with two touchdown catches. Peter Jarrett averaged 7.1 yards per carry as he ran for 78 yards on 11 attempts. Charlie Velling ran the ball 13 times for 76 yards. Sophomore Sam Cote converted three field goals, including a career-best 39-yarder.
Defensive back Garrett Cook made six tackles, all solo, to lead the Wheaton defense. Matt McReynolds made five stops, including two tackles for lost yardage of seven yards. Senior captain Pat Dansdill also registered five tackles, with two for lost yardage and Jared Todd had five tackles, including a quarterback sack. Defensive tackle Brandon Dykstra registered a team-best two quarterback sacks (-10 yards).
Carthage's Brandon Mecozzi led the Red Men defense with 18 total tackles. Pete Djurickovic caught five passes for 44 yards. Quarterback AJ Simoncelli was 7-for-27 passing, for 60 yards, with one interception and a touchdown. Simoncelli led the Carthage rushing attack with 11 carries for 54 yards.
Carthage scored first when kicker Brett Bukari converted a 31-yard field goal attempt to give the Red Men a 3-0 lead with 11:44 remaining in the first quarter. Cote responded with a 24-yard field goal to tie the game at 3-3 with 10:10 left in the first quarter. Cote's field goal was setup four plays earlier on a 55-yard run by Garrett Meador on the opening play of the drive.
Wheaton took a 10-3 lead with 9:58 left in the second quarter when Roberts connected with Luke Thorsen on a four-yard touchdown pass. The key play in the 7-play, 80-yard drive was a 31-yard pass from Roberts to Morgan Cook that got the Thunder to the Carthage eight-yard line. Carthage tied the game at 10-10 with 7:13 remaining in the first half on a six-yard touchdown pass. Wheaton responded on the very next drive with a four-yard touchdown pass to Hiben that gave the hosts the lead for good. Cote converted a 39-yard field goal with one-second remaining in the first half to extend Wheaton's lead to 20-10.
It was all Wheaton in the second half, as the Thunder defense held the Red Men to just 25 yards of total offense after halftime. Roberts threw three touchdowns in the third quarter with an eight-yard score to Morgan Cook, a one-yard TD toss to David Washko and a 29-yard yard scoring pass to Cook. Cote converted his third field goal of the game with 4:48 left in the fourth quarter when he booted a 28-yarder that allowed for the final score of 44-10.
The Thunder improve to 4-1 overall and 2-0 in CCIW play. Carthage is now 3-2 in 2012 with a 1-1 conference record. Wheaton will travel to Elmhurst College next Saturday to face the Bluejays.


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Ravens poised to nail home-field edge for playoffs
For the Baltimore Ravens, about the only thing better than being
home for Thanksgiving is to stay put throughout the AFC
The Ravens (8-3) own the best record in the conference after
their uplifting 16-6 victory over San Francisco on Thursday night.
Playing without star middle linebacker Ray Lewis, Baltimore tied a
franchise record with nine sacks and provided John Harbaugh an
emotional victory in the first NFL game featuring brothers as
opposing head coaches.
Most importantly, the Ravens cleared a major hurdle in their
quest to secure home-field advantage in the postseason leading up
to the Super Bowl.
"That would be pretty good," quarterback Joe Flacco said.
"Obviously, playing here, we're pretty tough to beat."
Being at home in January is more important to Baltimore than any
other team in the NFL. The Ravens are 6-0 at M&T Bank Stadium,
including wins over Pittsburgh (7-3), Houston (7-3), the New York
Jets (5-5) and San Francisco (9-2).
On the road, Baltimore is 2-3. All three losses came against
teams with losing records.
The Ravens made the playoffs in each of the past three seasons
as a wild-card team, but playing every game on the road proved too
difficult an obstacle to overcome. They hope to travel a different
course this time – one that doesn't require a plane ride.
"We haven't had a home playoff game since I've been here,"
Flacco said. "It would really be beneficial to get one."
Sack specialist Terrell Suggs, who had three against the 49ers,
would love the opportunity to showcase his talent in the playoffs
at home.
"That's key," he said. "When you get home-field advantage you
have a good chance of making it to the big dance. We have the best
fans in the world. We win all of our home games, and that's because
it's loud and because our fans give us the energy. We want to play
well for them. That's definitely an overall goal."
One positive aspect about playing on Thanksgiving is that the
Ravens get some extra time off before their next game, a trip to
Cleveland on Dec. 4. The Browns have a sub-.500 record, so
Baltimore will be facing a familiar challenge in that all three of
its losses came on the road following significant wins (over the
Steelers twice and Houston).
That shortcoming has not gone unnoticed by Harbaugh, who bested
little brother Jim and the 49ers in a duel between two of the best
coaches and teams in the NFL.
"We've struggled on the road, and we have to go conquer that,"
Harbaugh said.
The Ravens hope to have Lewis back when they face the Browns,
but they've proven they can win without their unquestioned
defensive leader, who has been nursing a sore right toe. With Lewis
cheering from the sideline, Baltimore beat Cincinnati last Sunday
before snapping San Francisco's eight-game winning streak behind a
suffocating, relentless defense that yielded only 170 yards and two
field goals.
"We miss Ray, but the game isn't going to wait for him to heal
up," safety Bernard Pollard said. "We did a great job and we're
excited. We're hoping and praying that Ray has a speedy recovery –
we know what kind of player he is – but we've got to be ready to go
(without him)."
Jameel McClain will never be confused with Lewis, a 12-time Pro
Bowl standout, but McClain had eight tackles against the 49ers and
provided leadership in the middle of the defense as Lewis'
"His leadership in the huddle has been excellent," said tackle
Cory Redding, who contributed 2 1/2 sacks. "It's almost like Ray
is still out there. He's seen Ray do it so much that he just took
it on his own to make the defense his."
And now, the Ravens are in good position to make home-field
advantage theirs. After facing the Browns, the Ravens play at home
against winless Indianapolis, travel to San Diego, host Cleveland
and wrap up the regular season in Cincinnati.
Harbaugh will stress his usual game-at-a-time philosophy, but he
knows Baltimore's collective performance next month will determine
the outcome of its quest to secure the top seed in the AFC.
"It's December football," he said, "and that's when you start
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it is well known that in the suttas we find two descriptions.
One in terms of "beings"/"concepts" and one in terms of various "subdivisions" (khandhas/sense bases/elements, etc).
In many cases this distinction seems rather important in mental cultivation instructions. For example, expositions on metta, etc use the "conceptual" language:
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I.e. the concept of metta is developed."That disciple of the noble ones, headman — thus devoid of covetousness, devoid of ill will, unbewildered, alert, mindful — keeps pervading the first direction [the east] with an awareness imbued with good will, likewise the second, likewise the third, likewise the fourth. Thus above, below, & all around, everywhere, in its entirety, he keeps pervading the all-encompassing cosmos with an awareness imbued with good will — abundant, expansive, immeasurable, without hostility, without ill will. Just as a strong conch-trumpet blower can notify the four directions without any difficulty, in the same way, when the awareness-release through good will is thus developed, thus pursued, any deed done to a limited extent no longer remains there, no longer stays there.
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or Sayadaw Mahasi's, whose instructions tend to involve elements (translated as "properties" here):"When feeling a painful feeling of the flesh, he discerns, 'I am feeling a painful feeling of the flesh.' When feeling a painful feeling not of the flesh, he discerns, 'I am feeling a painful feeling not of the flesh.' When feeling a pleasant feeling of the flesh, he discerns, 'I am feeling a pleasant feeling of the flesh.' ...
I.e. contemplation of the body in terms of harness/softness, fluidity/cohesion, heat/cold, motion/distension. [Mahasi's instructions talk particularly about the motion aspect - feet or abdomen.]"Furthermore...just as a skilled butcher or his apprentice, having killed a cow, would sit at a crossroads cutting it up into pieces, the monk contemplates this very body — however it stands, however it is disposed — in terms of properties: 'In this body there is the earth property, the liquid property, the fire property, & the wind property.'
And, of course, there are the various other satipatthanas that may be discerned: mind, dhammas, which are of the "subdivision" type.
Suttas where insight into anicca, dukkha, and anatta is developed tend to employ the "subdivision" language, e.g. the second discourse:
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Whereas the "conceptual" meditation objects such as metta do not seem to lead to those insights."Form, monks, is not self. If form were the self, this form would not lend itself to dis-ease. It would be possible [to say] with regard to form, 'Let this form be thus. Let this form not be thus.' But precisely because form is not self, form lends itself to dis-ease. And it is not possible [to say] with regard to form, 'Let this form be thus. Let this form not be thus.'
... feeling ... peception ... fabrications .... conciousness.
"Thus, monks, any form whatsoever that is past, future, or present; internal or external; blatant or subtle; common or sublime; far or near: every form is to be seen as it actually is with right discernment as: 'This is not mine. This is not my self. This is not what I am.'
... feeling ... peception ... fabrications .... conciousness.
They do have benefits, however:
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Are there any suttas where contemplation of conceptual objects leads to insight into the characteristics, etc?"Monks, for one whose awareness-release through good will is cultivated, developed, pursued, handed the reins and taken as a basis, given a grounding, steadied, consolidated, and well-undertaken, eleven benefits can be expected. Which eleven?
"One sleeps easily, wakes easily, dreams no evil dreams. One is dear to human beings, dear to non-human beings. The devas protect one. Neither fire, poison, nor weapons can touch one. One's mind gains concentration quickly. One's complexion is bright. One dies unconfused and — if penetrating no higher — is headed for the Brahma worlds.


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Here are some practical ways to lower flying costs gathered from the personal experiences of AOPA staff pilots, and fellow pilots through AOPA Forums and the AOPA Facebook page. Thanks to one and all for sharing these thrifty practices.
Do as much preventive maintenance as you're allowed under FAR Part 43, starting with your own oil changes. The required tools for an oil change cost less than $150 (if you buy them all new); some FBOs charge twice that for a single service. You'll be ahead after completing the first one—and you'll know your airplane better, too, and perhaps be able to spot potential future problems before they become critical. (Also, buy oil by the case. It's far less expensive than a quart at a time, even with shipping costs.)
Rotate your main tires. Most aircraft tires wear faster on the outer portion near the sidewalls, and many aircraft owners discard their tires when the tread starts to wear thin. Turning the tires on the rims can double a tire's useful life. (And when they're worn out, consider retreads.)
Make your own engine preheater from an electrical space heater, or a Coleman-style camp stove, and eliminate the need for costly preheats. (Also, some camp stoves can burn the avgas drained from your fuel sump.) A homemade preheater can be made for about $50—that's less than the cost of two preheats from most FBOs.
Assist with your own annual inspections. Most mechanics would prefer to skip the grunt work of removing and replacing inspection covers and lubricating wheel bearings. Participating in inspections lowers costs and improves your knowledge of your own aircraft.
Barter your nonflying skills. Trade your expertise in other areas for flying time, flight instruction, or aircraft maintenance. Get creative! Check with your accountant for any tax implications of bartering.
Sit in a back seat, observe, and learn when others are getting dual instruction. Without the flying responsibilities, you can focus, listen to the instructor/student interaction, and learn even faster.
Get a commercial pilot certificate. Earn extra money towing gliders or banners; giving scenic rides; aerial photography; or ferrying airplanes—and build flight experience and qualifications along the way.
Use simulator training. You'll learn more, and faster, while facing more challenging scenarios than you would ever attempt in an actual airplane.
Get a flight instructor certificate. You'll learn a great deal about flying, gain experience, and have the satisfaction of helping others achieve their aviation dreams.
Shop for aircraft insurance. Premiums have been dropping in recent years, and you may discover you can get a better rate from your current provider or a new one. Always be careful not to under-insure.
Rent airplanes in 10-hour blocks and many flight schools and FBOs will reduce the hourly rate.
Refinance your airplane while rates are down.
Negotiate a volume fuel discount from your FBO. The FBO owner will be glad to be paid up front, and you'll get a reduced price per gallon.
Get ADS-B weather and traffic. This can get complicated, depending on your ADS-B Out equipment. But assuming your airplane is ADS-B Out equipped—yes, it's a big assumption—a Garmin GDL-39 will provide subscription-free weather and traffic for $800. (Note: In the 1990s, TCAS units that provided traffic only cost $100,000 or more each.)
Get ADS-B weather. If you already have an iPad, adding a Stratus system from Sporty's Pilot Shop for $800 eliminates the need for a satellite weather subscription. (The least expensive satellite weather subscription is $35 a month, and if you include the price of XM receivers and activation charges, you'll be ahead in about 18 months.)
Fly with small tires. Oversized tundra tires look great, and they are necessary equipment in Alaska and some other remote locations. But concrete runways chew up soft rubber—and big tires increase drag, raise fuel consumption, and reduce range on every flight.
Get an aircraft cover. Protecting aircraft paint, windshields, interiors, and avionics from the elements just makes sense.
Get a tablet computer for use as an electronic flight bag. The savings from printed VFR and IFR charts alone can pay for an iPad in a single year (and AOPA members get steep discounts on FlyQ).
Upgrade your old, passive headset for $95. The in-ear system from CEP gives old headsets new life. Sure, you've got to wear ear buds, but the sound quality is as good as a $1,000 headset, and the noise protection may be even better. (See www.cep-usa.com.)
Replace a magneto with an FAA-certified ElectroAir electronic ignition. Your engine will run smoother; start easier; and on a typical four-cylinder Lycoming, it will reduce fuel consumption by one gallon an hour or more. For FAA-certified aircraft, an ElectroAir unit costs $3,400 and the break-even point on fuel savings alone comes at about 600 flight hours. For Experimental airplanes, an ElectroAir unit costs about $1,950, so the payoff comes sooner. And actual savings are greater because you cut the cost of 500-hour magneto overhauls in half.
Get matched fuel injection nozzles and run your engine lean of peak. A set of GAMI injectors for a six-cylinder Continental engine costs about $800. On a normally aspirated IO-550, fuel consumption typically drops from 18 gallons per hour rich of peak to 14 gph on the lean side. Saving 4 gph ($22) an hour, you'll cover the cost of the injectors in less than 40 flight hours—and your engine will run cleaner, cooler, and last longer, too.
Fly higher. Strap on the oxygen and fly above 12,500 feet to stretch range, reduce fuel consumption, and avoid intermediate stops. Filling your own oxygen bottles helps, too.
Use a handheld radio to pick up your IFR clearance before engine start. If there's a delay, at least you won't have to wait with the engine(s) running.
Fill out NASA forms if you have any doubt about flying errors. They can be a get-out-of-jail card in some situations and help to improve the aviation system.
Throttle back. If you're not in a desperate hurry, slow down. Reducing engine power from 75 percent to 65 percent typically cuts airspeed about 5 percent and fuel consumption 15 percent or more.
Join the Civil Air Patrol. Sharpen your flying skills, fly some great airplanes, have a positive influence on young cadets, work with some dedicated volunteers—and maybe even save a life.
Join a flying club for the lowest hourly rates (and the most flying enjoyment).
Volunteer for charitable flying through the Air Care Alliance. You'll do good deeds through Pilots 'n Paws, Angel Flight, Bahamas Habitat, and many others—you'll have a great time, too. Also, charitable flying is tax deductible.
Join a type club. Maintenance and operational tips alone can more than cover the annual dues.
Join AOPA Pilot Protection Services. Aviation attorneys such as John and Kathy Yodice don't work cheap, but you can get them in your corner for as little as $39 a year.
Form a partnership and cut ownership costs by half, two thirds, or three quarters.
Make full use of your AOPA membership. Many members seldom, if ever, take advantage of free services such as the Pilot Information Center, whose staff can answer just about any aviation-related question; take free online courses from the AOPA Air Safety Institute; seek advice from our aviation medical experts; and get AOPA Lifestyle discounts.
Buy an Experimental airplane. Any A&P can perform the condition inspections, and some amateur-built designs have stellar performance.
Get an Experimental-category Light Sport aircraft, or E-LSA. Attend a two-day maintenance course and you can perform condition inspections and other maintenance on your own aircraft.
Fly a single-seat airplane. A single-seat Pitts Special is about half the cost of a two-seat model (and no one really wants to come with you when you're looping, rolling, and spinning anyway).
Buy a new airplane. Tax incentives, such as 50-percent depreciation, have rarely been more advantageous to some businesses and individuals.
Get an auto fuel STC if one is available for your aircraft. Hundreds are available, and fuel prices can be half the cost of avgas.
Consider flying beyond TBO. If your engine has good compression, normal oil consumption, and oil analysis shows no signs of unusual wear, keep on flying. (Only commercial operators are required to replace engines at TBO.)
Buy a used airplane. Prices are at historic lows.
Express your individuality with stickers and vinyl airplane graphics. They're a lot less expensive than a full paint job, and the next owner can peel them off if he or she has different tastes.
Visit www.aopa.org/pilot/waystosave to add your suggestions.


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GLENDALE, Ariz. – Jason LaBarbera stopped 39 shots, Keith Yandle scored his second goal late in the third period and the Phoenix Coyotes opened a critical homestand with a 3-1 win over the Los Angeles Kings on Tuesday night.
Needing to make up ground in the Western Conference standings, the Coyotes played their usual close-to-the-vest game and managed to hold on for their second win in 10 games after blowing two one-goal leads last week.
Matthew Lombardi put Phoenix ahead with his fourth goal of the season in the second period and Yandle followed his 50th career goal in the first with a tough-angle shot that beat Jonathan Quick with less than 3 minutes left.
LaBarbera made some tough saves in his fifth straight start in place of injured starter Mike Smith, the only goal against him a shot by Justin Williams that deflected off a Coyotes defenseman in the first period.


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Quote from: puddin on February 11, 2008, 10:36:04 AMOh I love Jonathan, lol. I hope he goes far I must agree with you puddin, I really like Jonathan. I didn't really care for him the first time around but this time he seems different, much better. It's Ami I don't care for, AT ALL.
I have to agree with nj diver on this one puddin . . . I can't wait to see Jonathan gone. Didn't like him during Cook Islands and he still comes across as a snake in the grass. Other than that this looks like a very promising season.
I too was left scratching my head trying to figure out exactally who's favorites these were??? I never saw a voting pole. As for Jonathan i never liked him first season and i dont think i like him this season. I was so glad to see jonny fairplay go home and this it was a waste to have him on just so he could try to look good for the public and make a different impression. I can think of many other people who should have been on the fav's list before him or some of the others.Still all and all its looking like it will be a fun season to watch.
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Melges 32S Ready To Race On The West Coast At The 2008 Rolex Big Boat Series
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With the conclusion of today's weigh-in and practice session, nine teams from four countries are ready to race on San Francisco Bay at one of the year's most exciting regattas for the international Melges 32 fleet — the 2008 Rolex Big Boat Series (RBBS). Hosted by the prestigious St. Francis Yacht Club, the event promises four days of world-class, one-design sportboat racing.
Among the competitors are 2007 defending champion Philippe Kahn (Santa Cruz, Calif.) on USA-166 Pegasus 32 with Mark Christensen, Curtis Florence, Matt Noble, Bruce Mahoney, Richard Clarke and David Giles hoping to reclaim victory. Joining the robust contingency of U.S. teams is John Porter (Lake Geneva, Wisc.) on USA-32 Full Throttle. This is the first time since 2006, that the former Melges 32 Miami Grand Prix Champion has entertained the fleet with his presence. "I'm going to really miss not having my brother on the boat with me this time,' says Porter. "I hate this, you know. I asked him first and he said he would not be able to do it. So, I've got a great crew. And, this will work. I am really enjoying it. I love the boat. It's a little like an A Scow. Especially downwind. In breeze like this the A Scow will just get up and go with that big asymmetrical spinnaker. The Melges 32 does the same thing. Crew coordination this week is going to be key." Another U.S. team bound to do well is Pieter Taselaar (New York, N.Y.) on USA-169 Bliksem. Stocked full of talent, his team includes Jeremy Wilmot of Morning Glory fame, Sean 'Doogie' Couvreux, Marco Constant, Paul Atkins, Cameron Lewis, Chris Welch and Pieter's daughter Claudia.
Internationally the fleet claims a high level of diversity. Joe Woods (Torquay, UK) on GBR-700 Red sailed the currents of San Francisco Bay in 2007 scoring second overall. "We did fairly well here last year. This is such a great place to sail. This year, the caliber of the teams is really, really high, so we'll see what happens', said Woods after a productive practice day. "The boat feels great, so we are looking forward to a good regatta." For the very first time ever, racing his brand new Melges 32 is Giovanni Maspero (Como, Italy) on ITA-999 Joe Fly. Maspero has surrounded himself with a wealth of talent including Andrea Felci, Federico Michetti, Vince Brun, Andrea Vigoni, Giovanni Puntello, Federico Insabato and Sergio Blosi. After a ten year absensce, Michael Illbruck is glad to be back sailing in San Francisco. "This is a great boat. This is a great class. This is a great venue. I am so glad to be sailing in San Francisco again,' said Michael Illbruck (Munich, Germany) on GER-401 Pinta.
The local fleet has pulled out all the competitive stops as well. Stephen Pugh (Sausalito, Calif.) has employed the efforts of Mark Ivey to call tactics aboard USA-158 Taboo, owner Caleb Everett (San Francisco, Calif.) and alternate helm Andy Costello are aiming to have a lot of fun on USA-145 Stewball. The International Melges 32 Class would like to welcome yet another new owner Don Jesberg (Belvedere, Calif.) on USA-162 Viva. "I am so very much enjoying this boat. It is such a great fleet to be a part of. This is where really good, solid sailing competition is — in the Melges 32 fleet,' said Jesberg.
At 1100 the first signal will sound for the commencement of what will be a tremendous event. Stay tuned to the official website of the INTERNATIONAL MELGES 32 CLASS ASSOCIATION as daily reports and results will be posted.
Visit the official event website of 2008 ROLEX BIG BOAT SERIES. Also, see the official website of the INTERNATIONAL MELGES 32 CLASS ASSOCIATION.
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One of the first actions of the new Irish government when it is elected should be to invite President Obama to Ireland.
This week opposition leader Enda Kenny met with American Ambassador to Ireland Dan Rooney. Kenny is almost certain to be taoiseach (prime minister), so we can assume an invite will be offered as soon as he takes office.
Under that scenario, which will happen on March 9, Kenny could hand deliver the invite to the White House in time for St. Patrick's Day.
What a highlight it would be for Irish America if the president accepted the invite on March 17 at the annual Irish party at the White House.
An Irish visit by President Obama, either as an extension of his upcoming visit to the U.K. or a separate trip, would be a powerful boost to the country at a time when it is badly in need of one.
It would also play well with millions of Irish Americans, many of whom have memories of the transformative impact of President Kennedy's visit to Ireland in 1963, and more recently, President Clinton's visit to Northern Ireland in 1995 which had a huge impact on the peace process there.
Later, Clinton described his Irish visit as one of the highlights of his presidency, while Kennedy, as his late brother Senator Edward used to ruefully note, insisted on showing the home movies of his Irish trip to everyone who showed up at the White House.
In recent times, a visit to Ireland has become a rite of passage for an American president. Kennedy, Nixon, Reagan, Clinton and George W. Bush all went and had their moment in the Emerald Isle.
Obama's visit would come at a time of difficulty for Ireland on the world stage. Ireland's image has undergone a dramatic transformation for the worse in recent times after the collapse of the Celtic Tiger.
Editorials in the U.S. that once lauded Ireland's economic progress now speak only of the gloom and doom that has settled like a blanket fog over the country.
A visit by Obama could be a transformative act in ensuring that the real message of Ireland can get out.
Yes, times are hard, but many of the essential fundamentals of the Irish economy remain strong.
Two massive international players in Google and Intel recently showed their continuing confidence in Ireland by making huge new investments there.
The country continues to have one of the strongest tourism products in the world, and with prices finally falling back to realistic levels visitors are finding bargains once again.
All that and a new government could kick off a new appraisal of Ireland. An Obama visit could play very well into that narrative.
There is also the factor of Obama's own slice of Irish heritage on his mother's side which traces to a tiny cottage in Co. Offaly.
Parish records in the hamlet of Moneygall reveal that Obama's great great grandfather, Fulmouth Kearney, arrived in New York in 1850. He was following relatives who settled in America from the mid-1700s on.
Obama in Moneygall would be a wonderful day out for all of Ireland. The country could badly do with such a boost, and Irish Americans would definitely be on board.
Let us hope we see it confirmed over St. Patrick's Day.


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After a two-week break, our favorite fairytale drama is back and luckily things have changed.
Aside from the premiere, "Into the Deep" has been the only episode this season to not have character flashbacks. This was great in terms of plot momentum and I hope it continues because it will make my recaps less complicated to write.
The Walking Dead
Remember that giant beanstalk where Emma left Captain Hook to rot? We find out Hook made it out alive, except Cora is not happy with him. She doesn't have time for Hook's games and accuses him of betrayal, saying that she'll have to complete her journey to Storybrooke alone. Hook doesn't want to be left behind and tries to seduce Cora. Who wouldn't?
Cora disappears into her signature purple haze and returns to the outskirts of fairyland, where she proceeds to revive all of the dead soldiers she killed by blowing on one of her many hearts. Even in fairyland, zombies are the new fad. Except these zombies looked like they could carry on a conversation. As usual, "Once" decides to play it safe.
Snow reveals to Emma, Mulan and Aurora that she has been to a room in the Henry/Aurora dream when she was under her sleeping curse. This proves that both Henry and Aurora are indeed under the same sleeping curse. Aurora meets with Henry for a second time in the room of fire where she tells him about Cora's plan. When Henry wakes up he tells Regina, who is not ready to see mommy dearest.
At the diner, Granny serves Rumpel and Belle burgers and says she charges extra for the pickles. I'm sure Granny makes a fortune ripping off her customers at the only diner in town.
Regina walks in and things get awkward. Granny says that the diner is now closed even though people are still eating (rude) while Regina informs Rumpel of Cora's intentions. While they differ on almost everything, they both agree that Cora in Storybrooke wouldn't be good for anyone.
In Fairyland, Emma and Snow insist Aurora go back to sleep and she does so in about five seconds. How does she go to sleep on command? This isn't explained but I'd like to know for my own needs. Mulan is the only one concerned about Aurora's personal safety, and advises her to not go back to sleep because of the burns on her arm.
In Storybrooke, Rumpel helps Henry fall asleep by telling him a freaky story and also telling him about the magic ink that is in his old prison cell. Henry must tell Aurora about the ink so she can tell Emma about it, because apparently this is the only way to defeat Cora. These guys are going to get so good at playing "telephone."
This time, the dream turns out to be a fail. Aurora doesn't hear anything Henry says and then she gets sucked out of her dream because ZOMBIES. The revived warriors attack Emma and the gang, they capture Aurora and take her to Cora.
Cora gives her some stew and asks about the compass. Aurora isn't willing to give up her newfound friends and throws the stew on her dress and in response, Cora knocks her out. Cora continues to be taking the spotlight as the delightful villain this season. Sorry, Regina.
Sleeping Charming
Cora relays a message to a crow to give to Emma and it says that the group must return the compass by 7 or Aurora will die. Mulan wants to give the compass back, but of course Snow and Emma have another plan.
Snow, having already had experience with a sleeping curse, decides she will be put to sleep in order to communicate with Henry. Meanwhile, Henry's burns prompt Charming to volunteer to be put under a sleeping curse. Somehow he knows that Snow will be in the dream as well, because fate and true love and blah, blah, blah.
I've noticed that "Once" likes to make up rules as the it goes along. Apparently there are numerous ways to be put under a sleeping curse which is kind of annoying. Why can't there just be one? It would make things a lot more simple. Snow succumbs to the curse by sniffing sleep powder and Charming gets it by pricking his finger.
Charming steps into his dream and now it looks like we are in the movie "Insidious." It's pitch black and he is surrounded by mirrors. I was half-expecting to see some ghosts and demons pop out. By using Henry's pendant, Charming falls through the ceiling to the room of fire, where Snow is waiting for him. Ok, we get it. As Regina said: "If there's one thing I know about your grandparents, they always find each other."
I've never been a huge fan of the Charming/Snow relationship on this show, but I do think it's interesting that Charming is now in the same position as Snow once was. In order for him to wake up, he will need true love's kiss. If Snow never makes it back, at least Charming can catch up on his sleep he never seems to get.
Fairy dustings
Hook is getting good at playing both sides. He frees Aurora and tells her to tell Emma that his deal still stands. However, he obtained Aurora's heart and doesn't hesitate to give it to Cora. With Cora in possession of Aurora's heart, Emma and Co. are pretty much no more or less screwed than they were before.
I want to see Mulan be badass. Enough of the chopping away at plants; I want to see the girl put that samurai sword to use by chopping off a head of something.
Regina and Henry bond while she makes magic using chemistry instruments, and Henry doesn't find this weird at all. If Henry wasn't already a messed up kid before, he's definitely not going to be the most popular kid in school now.
Snow can speak crow. I'll pretend I didn't see that part and hope it doesn't happen again.
"Condiments are this world's most powerful magic." - Rumpelstiltskin


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Date/Time: 28 January 2019 - 13:15 to 15 April 2019 - 14:00
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At the start of New Year 2019, Declan Groeger shares with us his plans for the year ahead. Read on for a plan of action we can all adapt to our own resolutions. 2019 is a new year; a year full of hopes and fears, a year full of aspirations and dreams and a year full of good intentions. But it is also a year that, without proper planning, will be filled with disappointments. John Heywood, an English playwright better known for phrases that are embedded in our psyche, is credited with the saying "Rome wasn't built in a day". This was modernised to the phrase "softly-softly-catchy-monkey" by Queen Victoria. Loosely translated, both these phrases mean that patience is important. The essential ingredients for success are realism, focus, planning and patience; each ingredient being of equal importance. Another trite adage alerts us to the importance of planning "By failing to prepare you are preparing to fail", Benjamin Franklin. Realism is important for everyone but even more so for people living with Multiple Sclerosis; we must acknowledge our limitations and plan accordingly. To my way of thinking there is no point in targeting a climb to the summit of Mount Everest without setting a schedule of lesser achievements and waypoints on the journey. Focus is equally important. I find that maintaining focus for a long-term project can be difficult and to that end, I recommend the 'buddy system'. Confide in someone; share your resolution and accept help and encouragement from your confidante. Write it down; having a goal in writing somehow makes it more real. Planning is essential and this ingredient incorporates patience. Antoine de Saint-Exupéry once said, "A goal without a plan is just a wish". Some goals seem much more difficult without intermediate targets and for me the inclusion of these waypoints make the challenge seem less onerous and more achievable; softly softly catchy monkey! A word of warning- planning should not be used as an excuse to procrastinate. Planning is essential but procrastination is the death knell for many good intentions. I'm only making one New Year resolution this year. In past years I would make a list and start off the New Year with the best of intentions and ultimately most, if not all, fell by the wayside. Time has passed and now more than 30 years after my diagnosis I have learned to be more realistic. I make one resolution and try to do it well. Attempting to do too much is foolish and this is true in any walk of life. Do less but do it well. My New Year resolution is to be kinder to myself. Why that one you might ask? The answer is simple; I haven't been very kind to me and I need to be. What New Year Resolution have you adopted for 2019?
Raising awareness of the invisible symptoms and unseen impact of MS. World MS Day 2019 will take place on 30th May. The 2019 campaign will be called 'My Invisible MS' (#MyInvisibleMS) and the theme is Visibility. My Invisible MS will raise awareness of the invisible symptoms of MS and the unseen impact of MS on quality of life. The campaign will give a voice to everyone affected by MS to share their invisible MS symptoms and express what you want others to know and understand about MS, in order to challenge common misconceptions and help people understand how to provide the right support. There are many ways to get involved in World MS Day and use and adapt the My Invisible MS campaign. You can take part in the campaign online and on social media, hold an event to bring people together for World MS Day, lobby your decision makers to make positive changes for people affected by MS…there are so many possibilities! We'll be sharing more information and resources in Spring 2019. Watch this space!
Neurology Patients would welcome more information when they are diagnosed A newly published report by the Neurological Alliance reveals that over half of patients surveyed reported they did not receive sufficient information at the time of diagnosis, including details of relevant patient support organisations. The findings come from the first ever patient experience survey of neurology services carried out by the Neurological Alliance. The survey examined a range of aspects of patient experience at their most recent appointment including waiting times, privacy, opportunity to ask questions and provision of information about medications, reasons for any treatment etc. Respondents were also asked about their diagnosis and how this was communicated at the time as well as their overall experience of neurology services. While a majority of service users were broadly satisfied with many aspects of their patient experience, there is a clear need to address information provision, especially at the time of diagnosis. Mags Rogers, Executive Director with the Neurological Alliance said " If patients are telling us that they want more information we need to listen to this. While the small sample size and other limitations make it difficult to generalise from this research, it is an indication that further investigation is needed in order to understand and improve the experience of neurology patients at this most critical time in their lives". The report is available to download here
Stress is a normal part of everyday life and our stress response is the body's way of protecting us. In small doses, it is a powerful force that helps us overcome challenges, excites us into action and helps us stay focused. Having a balanced lifestyle is the best strategy for managing stress but it is now during Christmas that retaining this sense of balance can be most challenging. Managing Stress Levels When it comes to Christmas time, the planning, shopping and socialising can send stress levels way out of control. Our reactions get in the way of clear thinking, we fail to accurately 'read' other people, decision making falls to the wayside and we ignore our personal needs. Living is not about avoiding stress but knowing how to manage your stress when you recognise it. Am I Stressed? Managing stress levels is the key to having a good Christmas. If the turkey gets burned, the dogs eat the cushions and discussions get heated, being able to manage your stress will help you stay balanced and, no matter what, come through the challenges. Know what stress 'feels' like for you and recognise some of the early signs: Physical signs Aches, pains Tense muscles Exacerbation of sensory symptoms ('pins and needles') Troubled sleep/fatigue Upset stomach (diarrhoea/constipation) Psychological Sign Hard to think clearly Feeling overwhelmed Irritable/short tempered Difficulty making a decision Behaviour Signs Minor accidents (dropping items, trips, off-balance) Increased smoking/drinking Unexplainable grumpiness Being 'short' with others. Managing and Responding How we manage and respond to stress is the key to achieving the positive outcomes to relieving the symptoms of being over-stressed. If you shut down, withdraw and disconnect from people when you feel stressed, try doing something that stimulates and energises you. Go for a walk, play with the children, play a game. If you get angry, loose the head with people and 'see red', you will respond best to something that soothes and calms you. Go for a walk, do some yoga stretching, relax in a quiet room for 30 minutes, listen to relaxing music Identify What Works For You We all have different needs and different methods that work for us. Building a 'tool-kit' of methods that help ease our stress ensures we choose suitable techniques at different times and situations. The more you allow stress to build up, the more difficult it can be to re-balance. Strategies to prevent this involved stimulating your senses to invigorate and soothe you. Techniques for stress relief will have immediate results and be something we can do straight away. Exercise, plenty of rest and relaxation are the overall 'goodies' to remember. DIY Stress-Busters/ Quick Tips for Christmas Calm! Move: Dance around, wiggle your toes/hands; do some yoga stretches, stamp your feet, go for a walk. Mindfulness/Meditation: Stay 'present' and focus on your breathing; use meditation techniques, be contemplative and just 'be' in the moment.. Taste: Sip a nice warm cup of tea; savour a nice piece of fruit and relish eating a piece of your favourite Christmas treat. Smell: Light a scented candle; make a mulled drink using delicious spices, fresh oranges and cloves/cinnamon; enjoy the smell of a 'real' Christmas tree, Hearing: Listen to your favourite music, sing Christmas songs, enjoy the sounds of nature when out for your post-dinner walk Touch: Pet the dog/cat, wrap up cosy and warm in a soft blanket, wear your favourite soft winter jumper, enjoy the hugs from friends and family. Sight: Snuggle up to a flaming fire, hang holly/ivy wreaths on your door, buy a Poinsettia, watch an uplifting Christmas film, cosy up with a new book. At this time of year, if you are fortunate enough to share it with family and friends, take time to be thankful and enjoy what is good about your life. Focus on what you can accomplish over the holidays and make the most of your time. Do things you enjoy with people you like and no matter what the Christmas challenges are, you'll be set for calm start to the New Year 2019. Happy Christmas and a Peaceful New Year
In the throes of the Christmas Season, Niall McGahon delves in his experience of MS and shares with us how he deals with the uncertainty by keeping things in the moment, in the day. Read on to calm…. I am forever amazed at how the small things that you take for granted when younger have such a massive impact as you get older. "The evenings will soon be on the turn…." is a saying from my Dad when I was growing up (and still is for that matter!). It meant one of two things: the evenings would be getting shorter or they were about to get even longer! I loved the thought of the latter as it meant come March, the evenings would be longer, school would nearly be over and golf was the only thing I had on my menu! This has changed over the years, but my core excitement of the longer evenings has not changed one little bit. Warmth returns, growth begins again and last Spring (2017) was so very special- we welcomed our first child. This only confirmed for me that Spring truly is the most wonderful time of the year. Life regenerates and the cycle starts again, fresh growth appears in the trees and the bright colours are abundant in the sky. As the season turns, I look to Spring because it is quite the opposite of what I am now facing in my health. There is little regeneration and the cycle is not restarting. If anything, its quite the opposite and we are essentially trying to stop MS dead in its tracks; stop it so that I retain function and stay well. This is a particularly difficult time of year for me because it was 4 years ago this month that I found out that I had MS and my life was changed forever. Now, I am living life from day to day, week to week, month by month. Staying in the moment is welcome. However, not knowing how I am going to be when I wake up in the morning can impact greatly on the day and night I have. It can also have an impact on those around me- I am difficult to decipher and who knows what version of Niall they are going to get on any given day. On some days, I am nothing short of a pain in the ass. I try and catch myself but…thankfully, I have a massively supportive family near and far, a beautiful home, great friends and a good job. When I do wake up in pain (most days lately) I know its part and parcel of what I've got to deal with, difficult as it may be. Little by little, I am getting better at being kind to myself. I keep it simple. Daily, I have one of two choices to make- I can either have the outlook of Springtime, where the light is bright, where there's warmth and life is in abundance or I can close my mind and let the winter darkness come over me. Yes, it is a difficult time of the year but I choose to use my Spring outlook and grasp whatever life has in store…no matter what way the wind blows this winter.
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In campaign stops across college campuses, and again in the debate on Tuesday, President Obama has promoted his efforts to make college more affordable. His record, more activist than any recent predecessor's, includes greatly expanding the federal government's role in granting college loans, increasing aid to community colleges, and even taking steps to try to stem soaring tuition.
Though none of the questions in the presidential debate were on college affordability, Mr. Obama pivoted to that topic on his own. In answering a question about gender equity, he said, "We've expanded Pell Grants for millions of people, including millions of young women."
But while many education experts laud his efforts, analysts of varying political stripes have also questioned how much impact some of the president's policies will have, noting that the prices charged by colleges, and student borrowing, continue to climb.
"I think the president deserves a lot of credit for putting emphasis on things that weren't being talked about much — raising educational attainment, expanding community college, cost containment," said Derek Bok, the former Harvard president who has written extensively on the problems and future of higher education. "But I think the jury's out on whether it's effective."
Some conservatives have pushed that critique further, saying that Mr. Obama's policies are too costly, often assist the wrong people and could have the paradoxical effect of driving up college costs. The dispute turns not just on different assessments of how policies play out, but on differing philosophical views about the role of government. During his time in office, Mr. Obama has sharply increased aid to low- and middle-income students, notably through the Pell Grant program, which grew from $14.6 billion given to 6 million students in 2008, to nearly $40 billion for almost 10 million students this year. His administration also made it easier to request aid, shortening the complex federal application and allowing people to transfer their financial information electronically from the Internal Revenue Service database.
"On the area of assisting students to gain a college opportunity, President Obama has exerted the most impressive leadership of any president in my memory," said Molly Corbett Broad, president of the American Council on Education, an association of college and university presidents.
But conservative critics of the Pell Grant program contend that as government pours more money into higher education — whether in grants or loans — the law of supply and demand dictates that it contributes to price increases.
"Could the colleges charge what they're charging now in the absence of federal aid?" asked Neal McCluskey, an education analyst at the Cato Institute, a conservative policy research group. "The answer is no."
Mitt Romney has also called the aid expansion unsustainable, and his campaign's education plan says he would "refocus Pell Grant dollars on the students that need them most." His stance was widely interpreted as meaning that he would cut the program, primarily by making fewer students eligible — the same approach that his running mate, Representative Paul D. Ryan, took in his proposed budget.
Yet in the presidential debates, Mr. Romney seems to have shifted his position. In the first debate on Oct. 3, he said, "I don't have any plan to cut education funding and grants that go to people going to college." He went further in the debate Tuesday, promoting a state aid program he created as governor of Massachusetts, saying, "I want to make sure we keep our Pell Grant program growing."
College costs have risen dramatically. In the last school year, tuition, fees, room and board averaged $38,589 at private colleges, up almost $15,000 from a decade earlier, according to the College Board. At public four-year colleges, the total bill came to $17,131, up more than $8,000.
But behind the headlines about soaring costs, the reality is more complex and wildly uneven, because a growing number of students receive financial aid, and only relatively high-income families pay those fast-rising sticker prices. Adjusted for inflation, the College Board calculates, the average "net price" changed little over the last decade at private schools, and rose only modestly at public ones.
Defending federal spending, Arne Duncan, the secretary of education, said that for more than 30 years, college prices had risen even when federal aid had not, leading him to believe there was "zero correlation." And he noted that the big increases under Mr. Obama had come at a time of declining state support for public colleges.
Conservatives have criticized Mr. Obama's other college affordability programs.


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