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12 Wherefore, my beloved, as ye have always obeyed, not as in my presence only, but now much more in my absence, work out your own salvation with fear and trembling.
13 For it is God which worketh in you both to will and to do of his good pleasure.
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Westchester is a hotbed of live music and hosts both famous venues like The Capitol Theatre in Port Chester and hole-in-the-wall performances for an audience of one. Here are some of the most interesting shows happening across the county this spring.
May 13; The Capitol Theatre, Port Chester
This jam band goes beyond covering classic tunes by the Grateful Dead and brings its own signature and ethereal brand of psychedelic music that's been entrancing fans since 1997. For more information and tickets, click here.
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May 14; The Emelin Theatre, Mamaroneck
An acoustic guitar virtuoso, Leo Kottke is a master of nearly every genre, and with his well-known fingerpicking style plays folk and Americana like no one else. For more information and tickets, click here.
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May 14; The Emelin Theatre, Mamaroneck
Taking its title from a Maya Angelou lyric, this Juneteenth celebration features a combination of music and poetry that examines and emphasizes both the legacy of the American holiday and the resilience of the human spirit. For more information and tickets, click here.
May 20; Paramount Hudson Valley Theater, Peekskill
This May, grab tickets to see the band that backed Billy Joel during his unbelievable 1976-1981 run that saw the release of albums The Stranger, 52nd Street, and Glass Albums that all went to the top of the charts and are much beloved today. The Lords still have that signature sound. For more information and tickets, click here.
May 28; The Westchester Theatre, Chappaqua
If you're looking for a fun-filled spring concert in Westchester, this rock musical covers more than 60 years of rock and roll history, paying tribute to icons like Elvis Presley, Ray Charles, The Beach Boys, Elton John, Eagles, and more. For more information and tickets, click here.
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June 10; Tarrytown Music Hall, Tarrytown
Blues legend Buddy Guy has been playing the Chicago blues for more than 60 years and shows no sign of slowing down. With 33 studio albums to his name and a lifetime of performances under his belt, Guy has influenced musicians from Jimi Hendrix to John Mayer and is solidified on the Mount Rushmore of Blues. For more information and tickets, click here.
June 18; Caramoor, Katonah
Yo-Yo Ma – you know who he is. The master cellist comes to Caramoor for opening night with The Knights, a dynamic group of young musicians with a reputation for technical brilliance and creative innovations.
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Animal testing, also known as animal experimentation, animal research, and in vivo testing, is the use of non-human animals in experiments that seek to control the variables that affect the behavior or biological system under study.
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I do hope that someday this space will be more than an extended mea culpa. Perhaps there will be actual book news. That would be nice, wouldn't it? Unfortunately, today is not that day.
Taking the bandaid approach, I'm just going to get the worst part out of the way: my partner was let go from his software development position at the beginning of the month. I could go on and on about how fucked up it is to fire a person who has been with the company 16 years on the day after his birthday. Or perhaps I could pen a rant about companies valuing numbers over people during a global pandemic. No matter what I say or don't say about it, however, the fact is that his income supported our little family and that has been ripped away.
And it sucks.
A lot.
Job loss is a major stressor at the best of times and, for obvious reasons, these are not the best of times. Unsurprisingly, it has kicked my mental health right in the junk. Meaning just when I actually need this stuff to start paying for itself, I have been unable to brain more often than not. So there has been a dearth of wording over the past few weeks.
This also sucks.
A lot.
There have been days when it has taken all of my energy just to get out of bed. Days when sleeping is the only activity I'm fit for. And days when I can't even manage that because my brain is a giant dick. Shout out mental illness! (That song has made the rounds in my friend group multiple times over the last few months. It's fucked up, and yet…)
Such are the downs. I think I promised some ups as well, though. Let me just dig through all the bullshit here…and….ah! There's one:
- My partner was miserable at his job. When I was drafting this, he came in and – not knowing what I was writing about – announced that Sundays no longer "suck ass." He loved his work; it was the people he had to work with who made everything awful. Which leads me to…
- Not spending all of his energy appeasing douchebags at the office has allowed my partner to turn his attention towards software projects he actually wants to do. He has spent much of the last week coding things he's excited about. It's really been wonderful to watch.
One of these endeavors heavily involves my work as well. NaNoWriMo starts up in a week. And I'm nearing the end of the final(ish?) revision of Out in the Black. All of which is to say there isn't time for me to be super depressed right now. This post also acts as me putting my brain on notice: shape up or…well, not ship out because that won't work for either of us. So it would be better all around for me to get my shit together.
Everyone thinks it's a full-time job. Wake up a hero. Brush your teeth a hero. Go to work a hero. Not true. Over a lifetime, there are only four or five moments that really matter. Moments when you're offered a choice – to make a sacrifice, conquer a flaw, save a friend, spare an enemy. In these moments, everything else falls away. The way the world sees us. The way we [see ourselves].Colossus [Deadpool (2016)]
Love story, horror film, or superhero flick, Deadpool does offer some decent life advice. Like don't give your life working for shit-spackled muppet farts. And the quote above. Because maybe I don't have to manage my shit all day. Perhaps there are just a handful of key times that could make all the difference. I suppose we'll find out. And there's always the option of turning some asshole into a fucking kebab (metaphorically speaking, of course).
Oh. Also in the category of both up and down, Brothersong was released at the beginning of the month. If you haven't given yourself the gift of spending time in Green Creek, I highly recommend it. But the ending of any major series is bittersweet and, in typical TJ Klune fashion, this book hits right in the feels.
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We designed this show to bring you wisdom from experienced company leaders, and this episode won't disappoint.
What kinds of people skills would you have if your firm had helped over 10,000 renewable energy projects get built across the U.S.? What if you had been in the room, so to speak, when hundreds of different communities decided to host or reject a proposed renewable energy farm?
Most of us would see that experience as invaluable. And you'd be right. My guest today is Kimberlee Centera, who by any measure can be described as an "OC," an "original cleantecher." Kimberlee's been involved in land use questions her entire professional life. If you look up "breadth of development" experience in Wikipedia, Kimberlee's photo ought to be the visual.
That's why we were thrilled to have Kimberlee on Scaling Clean. Here are the highlights for our conversation with this long-time cleantech leader:
- 5:35 – In developing your leadership skills, it's tough to address weaknesses, but you can build your strengths.
- 8:00 – Ask your boss how he/she sees your growth. Don't assume he or she is paying attention.
- 9:20 – The work world has changed some – but not enough – for women since she started her career.
- 16 – Clean economy's volatility and risk make it different than working in more mature sectors.
- 18:40 – How corporate values makes hiring easier, and why you can't coach character.
- 24:16 – Key advice for the new CEO: There's power in humility and listening. Talk last in the meeting.
- 29:15 – Innovations + new talent coming into cleantech make her a clean economy optimist.
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If you currently have poor credit, you are likely quite worried about whether or not this business will accept your request for the cash you need. You should be reassured to learn that this business does not operate in the same manner as banks though. Banks often only work with individuals who have the highest credit ratings possible. This brand on the other hand works with people who truly need the money, even if their credit rating is rather low.
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Along with being a professional organization that makes the process of getting your money rather easy to do, they also make their products fairly affordable as well. Many people make the mistake of viewing these products as expensive, but in reality, when compared to other products in this marketplace, they are fairly affordable, but they are only designed for a one month period rather than an entire year.
Along with providing affordable services that individuals with poor credit histories can easily obtain, they are also a very reputable brand. If you look into the corporation that backs this brand, you will see that this brand is backed by a leading player in the payday lending industry.
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What Inspectors Said About Preston School Academy In Yeovil After Being Ranked 'Needs Improvement'
A high school in Yeovil has been told it needs to improve for the second time in two years after a recent inspection.
Preston School Academy was rated 'for improvement' by Ofsted inspectors after carrying out a full inspection in June.
It was found that the school's management, teaching quality and student performance were all below expectations.
The academy, which educates more than 950 local children, was urged to improve by inspectors after a similar visit in June 2017, but inspectors found last month that the required improvement had not been made.
Somerset Live contacted the school and principal Gregg Morrison to comment on the inspection.
Last year, Preston School Academy narrowly missed being on a government blacklist for underperforming schools.
During its last inspection, Ofsted found that "a legacy of underperformance" holds children back in school.
Inspectors said disadvantaged students and those with special needs do not do well compared to national statistics.
They singled out school leaders for failing to ensure standards are high enough and governors for "too generous a vision of school improvement."
Despite this, the inspectors pointed out that the school had made some improvements and added that the behavior of the students is excellent and the personal development of the children is good.
What did the inspectors say?
Inspectors identified the following issues as the reasons for the school's latest âneeds improvementâ rating:
- Leaders have yet to ensure that the quality of teaching, learning and assessment is always high enough.
- The results must be improved because the results, even if they improve, are not certain. Some groups of students struggle to overcome a legacy of underachievement.
- The subject's leadership is not always effective. This results in variations in the quality of teaching and in student achievement within and between subjects.
- The assessment by the leaders of the strengths and weaknesses of the school lacks rigor. This means that they are not always precise enough in identifying specific actions that need to be taken in order to improve results.
- Disadvantaged students and those with special educational needs and / or disabilities (SEND) perform less well than others at the national level and have done so over time.
- Governors take an overly generous view of improving the school since the last inspection.
- Recent changes, including significant changes in staff, have generated a strong capacity for improvement, but they have not had time to have a significant impact on the lack of progress made by many students.
However, positive points were identified by the inspectors:
- It is a school that is improving. The principal raised the expectations of staff and students. He has improved the quality of teaching at the school since taking office.
- The behavior of the pupils in the courtyards and around the school site is excellent. They are proud of their school, wear their uniform with pride and respect the school environment.
- The program is well suited to the needs of the students and effectively combined with good career guidance. All students progress to courses, training or learning after 16 years that meet their needs and aspirations.
- The personal development of the students is good. They are tolerant and respectful of one another and eager to participate in school life by participating in sporting and community events.
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Adventure of the Seas of Royal Caribbean, the first ship of the Voyager class homeport in Texas, started its maiden journey by boat from the Port of Galveston a 5 day trip through the western Caribbean.
Adventure of the Seas, RCI's largest ship sailing for short breaks from Galveston, offers 4- and 5-day trips to Costa Maya and Cozumel, Mexico.
"We welcome Adventure of the Seas to its new home, the fourth most popular cruise port in the US and the only cruise port in Texas," said Rodger Rees, CEO of the Port of Galveston .
Rees added that "offering cruise passengers additional navigation options is one reason our port continues to attract more than one million passengers a year from Texas, Louisiana, Oklahoma and beyond."
Adventure of the Seas joins the Liberty of the Seas of Royal Caribbean as the largest passenger ships to leave from Galveston, a city that is based on a market of about 30 million people within a radius of 482 kilometers.
The port, according to this, expects an average of 3,100 passengers per cruise during this season.
In 2022, the Port of Galveston will prepare to host RCI's award-winning Oasis-class ship, Allure of the Seas, which is one of the world's largest and most innovative cruise ships and the first of its kind to call this town home. port of Texas.
The Allure of the Seas will set sail from the new Royal Caribbean cruise terminal whose investment will total USD 125 million at the end of its works in the fall of 2022.
The construction project will generate approximately 400 construction jobs in Texas and 400 jobs from local operations. The 49,164-square-meter terminal will cover four hectares at Pier 10 in the easternmost area of the port on Galveston Island.
On the other hand, the port will build and operate a 1,800-space cruise ship parking lot at the terminal.


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Why is MarineCork more appropriate than wood teak for boat decking
The world is changing and the best thing to do to keep up with the times is to revise our certainties. Especially when new information shows us a different reality from our own unchangeable reality. A great truth is that cork is more suitable for boat decking than for bottles of wine. Corkscrew manufacturers and cork fans should not be hurt by this reality. As a matter of fact, many people including winemakers, think that the best wine is the one stoppered with screw or crown caps but not with cork. On the other side, with regard to boat decking, everybody will agree that cork is the best material to be used for decking.
Following you will find two methods to appreciate the comfort, suitability, pleasantness of the special MarineCork material used for boat decking by Sea & Swim Division of Sea Sace Components.
Practical method: you get on a boat provided with cork decking instead of wood teak decking; you test how you walk on it barefoot or with shoes, when the deck is wet or dry, you experience the feeling when you walk on it under the blazing sun, you see how much maintenance it requires and how it ages.
The second method is more analytical and less practical and consists in a market research to compare the the materials used to cover the boat fiberglass. Basically there are three materials available today on the market: the first is the traditional wood teak, the second one is the synthetic teak and the third one is cork. Among the three, cork is the most ecological alternative: compared to the synthetic teak, it is natural and does not imply the felling of trees but only the hulling.
Cork oaks, a type of tree which grows in the Mediterranean basin (and therefore less impacting on transportation costs), are cyclically hulled by expert barkers. In addition, unlike teak, there is no illegal cork, and in Europe it is not allowed to sell or use teak coming from Myanmar. Unfortunately, even last year, two famous English shipyards with seat in London, were accused by EIA (Environmental investigation Agency) to build yachts by utilizing illegal wood teak coming from Myanmar.
MarineCork, which is 100% natural cork, is a non-slip coating, thus representing a very stable ground for whoever walks on it when it's wet (for this reason it can also be utilized for poolside). In addition, thanks to its weight (only 2,7Kg/mq compared to 4,5Kg/mq of a good synthetic teak and up to 9Kg/mq of a 2cm-thick natural teak), it's perfect to be used for racing yachts (and we saw already the results at Orc World Championship in 2017 when Tp52 ZeroCould became the world champion).
Cork thermal insulating features bring double positive effects: the immediate benefit is that cork decking allows to walk on it barefoot during any season of the year and any time of the day, even under the blazing sun. Furthermore it helps to keep a constant temperature inside the boat, thus reducing the use of heating during the winter and air-conditioning during the summer. Nowadays the shipbuilding sector takes into great consideration this additional eco-friendly feature not only for the boat performance but also to safeguard the environment.
All the boat owners who were used to a teak decking, do remember very well that it is a good practice to wet the fuel tank cap in order to prevent fuel splashes or leaks from damaging the valuable decking. And also everybody knows that, when something like wine splashes, sun lotions, sandwich sauces, oil, coffee or dyes, spill on the wooden slats, it is necessary to remove the stains immediately in order to avoid permanent halos. MarineCork, being a low hygroscopic material, does not absorb liquids nor gets it stained: what you need to do, is just to rinse the stain (without soap) and forget about it! Of course, if paint spills on it, sanding will be required, but during an enjoyable day at sea, it will be rare to spill paint on the decking!
Cork is elastic and resistant, it lasts for a long time and it does not dent if heavy objects fall on it. Compared to teak, it requires less maintenance, it's unalterable over time and it's oil, fuel-resistant and ethyl alcohol resistant. Water, insects and rodents don't damage it, nor is it affected by saltiness or UV rays except for the color (but Sace launched a product, Cork Protect which prevents the aging effect).
Being resistant to various substances and products, it will be enough to clean the cork surface every 10 days.
Finally, MarineCork is highly fire-resistant, it's self-estinguishing and does not produce toxic emissions. Even in this case, a simple sanding will restore the burnt part and make it new.
Now, you are free to think of something better than cork for your decking, but if you feel like you are out of place as a dinosaur in front of a smart phone, don't say I didn't warn you!


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@ Insane: Awwww man. I guess I better go sit in the corner and think about what I did.
@Me: Yes you had better do so, while I am in the other corner crying my eyes out sniff…sniff…
@Insane dont you have a collection of crusty socks laying around to dry your eyes with?
Btw Insane: Why not make a crusty sock and get in a better mood. 🙂
@Me: Now that I am finished crying like the little bitch I am, no I do not have a collection of crusty socks I can dry my eyes with. Rather crusty Tissues. But it is the same thing I guess. I can make more crusty tissues I guess. I will have to look at the Nazi picture for some inspiration ;). Care to hold my hand?
I would but the last time I looked at that horror I had to steal my sons teddy bear to help me sleep. Mr.Fuzzy bottom helped keep the nazi boogies away. 🙂
robynnn December 22nd, 2009 at 9:05 pm
It figures. No one wearing an 'Ecko Red' shirt would ever be a good father.
tamedshrew December 23rd, 2009 at 2:25 am
@robynnn LOL! I noticed that too. Forget about the beer bottles. The t-shirt alone proves our point.
@Me: After reading that I could not expect you to resit that horror. Peace be with you and Mr. Fuzzy bottom!
@ Insane: good luck man. You are a far braver soul then I.
worst_episode_ever December 24th, 2009 at 10:50 pm
i know he's not REALLY feeding her beer but i still hate people who do this for some reason
worst_episode_ever December 24th, 2009 at 10:50 pm
pretending to give your baby beer is totally lame
Who said anything about pretending?
akmomma March 7th, 2010 at 6:07 am
How fucking lame is this? not funny, you just look like an asshole and a bad parent to boot
theycallmecheeze May 9th, 2010 at 8:24 pm
my dad would do this kind of thing when my siblings and i fell asleep in our high chairs, putting empty beer bottles and cans around us, sunglasses on us, empty packs of cigarettes around us, and even once made it look like one of us became an hero with a dart gun. as adults, we all still find it really funny and cute. HOWEVER, my parents didn't show off the pictures, because they knew other people would freak over it. but if the parents are the kind of people who post this shit on facebook for everyone to see, their friends probably all know they're crappy parents anyway.
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College Football Betting: By Week 6, we're nearly halfway through the college football betting season, and conference play is in full swing. There are key conference games throughout the land this week as Ohio State and Michigan State square off in the Big Ten East, West Virginia looks to give Texas the 'Horns Down' once again, and Florida starts a brutal October slate against Auburn.
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The Spartans had more success against Urban Meyer's Buckeyes than any other team in the Big Ten, and Mark Dantonio will be out to keep that trend going with Ryan Day now on the sidelines. Dantonio is a master at winning low-scoring, ugly games. Whereas most coaches are around a coinflip in single-score games, Dantonio has shined in them throughout his career to the point that it's definitely not just a statistical anomaly.
Running the ball against Michigan State is going to be a tall order for Ohio State. They've only had real success doing it once in the past four seasons, and if they can't have some success running the ball, they could be in trouble. While Day and Meyer are different coaches, both are ardent believers in play action and that was the key to Dwayne Haskins' success in 2018.
There's going to be plenty of chirping before this one. West Virginia went into Texas and walked out with the win last season, and the Mountaineers made sure to let everyone in Austin know about it. The Mountaineers were given unsportsmanlike conduct penalties twice for showing the 'Horns Down' hand symbol to opposing fans and players, and Tom Herman and Texas were not happy afterwards. That led to plenty of talk about whether or not the 'Horns Down' symbol would be banned by the Big 12 this offseason, and it was a hot topic at media days.
This is going to be chippy. West Virginia has one of the best home field advantages in the sport, but there's a new coach (Neal Brown), and major questions at the quarterback position. That won't stop Texas from celebrating when they get into the end zone though, and you can be sure that Tom Herman will make his feelings known after what we've seen from him in past situations like this one.
This game kicks off the toughest stretch on Florida's schedule. The Gators have a very good chance of entering this week 5-0, but their next three games are on the road against LSU and South Carolina and against Georgia in Jacksonville.
Dan Mullen had a fair amount of success against Gus Malzahn while he was at Mississippi State, and he has a promising young quarterback in Feleipe Franks. Franks is the dual-threat option that Mullen prefers and had major success with during his time in Starkville.
At this point, Malzahn and Auburn are hoping that one of three freshmen will have emerged to take the reins. There are no experienced quarterbacks on the roster, so it's likely that Malzahn plays at least two freshmen while figuring out his best option going forward.
The Hawkeyes always beat one team they have no business beating. Last year, they knocked off Penn State in Happy Valley in surprising fashion, and the year before that, Iowa stunned Ohio State 55-24 in a beatdown for the ages.
If that trend continues, Michigan is on upset alert this week. Iowa essentially has three weeks to prepare with a bye in Week 4 and a home game against Middle Tennessee State in Week 5, while the Wolverines have two conference games before this one.
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This Baby Yoda Life-Size Figure is $5 Million Cheaper Than the Real Thing
After comedian and Scout Trooper actor Adam Pally punched Baby Yoda a little too hard for a scene in the Disney+ Star Wars: The Mandalorian series, creator Jon Favreau informed him that he was punching a puppet that was worth around $5 million. One has to wonder why they didn't just use, I dunno - a sack of potatoes or something. He was hidden in a bag after all.
It's too bad that they didn't have Sideshow Collectibles' new life-size Baby Yoda (aka The Child) figure on hand, because it looks nearly as good as the hero puppet and it's $4,999,650 cheaper. Indeed, you can pre-order an incredibly realistic, life-size Baby Yoda figure from Sideshow Collectibles right here for only $350 with shipping slated for August - October 2020. Just look at the detail...
Sideshow Collectibles notes that the figure measures 16.5" tall and features a tan fabric coat, a silver shift knob from the Razor Crest in its right hand, and a plastic and resin build that's accurate right down to the fuzz on Baby Yoda's head. This figure is a limited edition, and there is a very good chance that it sells out in pre-order, so reserve one while you can.
On a related note, we've seen official The Mandalorian Baby Yoda plush releases from Hasbro, Mattel, and Disney - but the version that's coming from Bioworld might be the best version of all. That's because this Baby Yoda plush doubles as a backpack, so you have a practical reason to carry him around everywhere you go.
Details about the dimensions haven't been revealed, but we want one even if Baby Yoda is too small to carry a laptop. That having been said, pre-orders for the Baby Yoda backpack are live here for only $23.99 with shipping slated for April. That price is in line with the other Baby Yoda plush toys, so this version seems like a steal.
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The members of the board of directors of the Concours musical international de Montréal are women and men from different professional backgrounds. Together, they put their personal and collective resources to work to promote the deployment of the CMIM's mission.
Louise Roy
Chancellor Emeritus, Université de Montréal
Chair, Cirano
Dr. Guy Breton
Professor Emeritus and Rector Emeritus
Université de Montréal
Maryse Beauregard
Multimedia producer
Me Jacques Vincent
Gutkin Vincent Dumas S.E.N.C.R.L.
Nathalie Allen, CPA
Financial Services Director
CMIM and JM Canada
Renée Amilcar
Executive Director
OC Transpo, City of Ottawa
Benoît Bessette
Chief Strategy Officer
Lavergne Groupe Inc.
Jean-Jacques Laurans
President, Alfid Services Immobiliers Ltée
Christiane LeBlanc
Executive and Artistic Director
Concours musical international de Montréal
Luc Plamondon
Kelly Rice
Broadcaster, producer, lecturer and consultant
François R. Roy
Corporate Director
Andrew Torriani
CEO & General Manager
The Ritz Carlton Montreal
J. Daniel Tremblay
Président, Groupe Marketex ltée
Honorary President
André Bourbeau (1936-2018)
Co-founder of the Concours musical international de Montréal, André Bourbeau was Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Concours for 15 years, but also President of its foundation and of its international jury.
André Bourbeau offered a high level international competition in Montreal. We salute his passion and commitment, which have greatly contributed to the notoriety of the CMIM.


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DefinitionPolitical parties are collective entities that organize competitions for political offices. The members of a political party contest elections under a shared label. In a narrow definition, a political party can be thought of as just the group of candidates who run for office under a party label. In a broader definition, political parties are the entire apparatus that supports the election of a group of candidates, including voters and volunteers who identify with a particular political party, the official party organizations that support the election of that party's candidates, and legislators in the government who are affiliated with the party. In many countries, the notion of a political party is defined in law, and governments may specify requirements for an organization to legally qualify as a political party. According to Anson D. Morse, a political party is a durable organization united by common principles which "has for its immediate end the advancement of the interests and the realization of the ideals... of the particular group or groups which it represents." Political parties are distinguished from other political groups and clubs, such as political factions or interest groups, mostly by the fact that parties are focused on electing candidates, whereas interest groups are focused on advancing a policy agenda. This is related to other features that sometimes distinguish parties from other political organizations, including a larger membership, greater stability over time, and a deeper connection to the electorate.
HistoryThe idea of people forming large groups or factions to advocate for their shared interests is ancient.
18th centurySome scholars argue that the first modern political parties developed in early modern Britain in the 18th century, after the Exclusion Crisis and the
19th centuryBy the early 19th century, a number of countries had developed stable modern party systems. The party system that developed in Sweden has been called the world's first party system, on the basis that previous party systems were not fully stable or institutionalized. In many European countries, including Belgium, Switzerland, Germany, and France, political parties organized around a conservative divide, or around religious disputes. The spread of the party model of politics was accelerated by the 1848 Revolutions around Europe. The strength of political parties in the United States waned during the
20th centuryAt the beginning of the 20th century in Europe, the liberal–conservative divide that characterized most party systems was disrupted by the emergence of
Causes of political partiesPolitical parties are a nearly ubiquitous feature of modern countries. Nearly all democratic countries have strong political parties, and many political scientists consider countries with fewer than two parties to necessarily be
Social cleavagesOne of the core explanations for the existence of political parties is that they arise from pre-existing divisions among people: society is divided in a certain way, and a party is formed to organize that division into the electoral competition. By the 1950s, economists and political scientists had shown that party organizations could take advantage of the distribution of voters' preferences over political issues, adjusting themselves in response to what voters believe in order to become more competitive. Beginning in the 1960s, academics began identifying the social cleavages in different countries that might have given rise to specific parties, such as religious cleavages in specific countries that may have produced religious parties there. The theory that parties are produced by social cleavages has drawn several criticisms. Some authors have challenged it on empirical grounds, either finding no evidence for the claim that parties emerge from existing cleavages, or arguing that the claim is not empirically testable. Others note that while social cleavages might cause political parties to exist, this obscures the opposite effect: that political parties also cause changes in the underlying social cleavages. A further objection is that, if the explanation for where parties come from is that they emerge from existing social cleavages, then the theory is an incomplete story of where political parties come from unless it also explains the origins of these social cleavages.
Individual and group incentivesAn alternative explanation for why parties are ubiquitous across the world is that the formation of parties provides compatible incentives for candidates and legislators. For example, the existence of political parties might coordinate candidates across geographic districts, so that a candidate in one electoral district has an incentive to assist a similar candidate in a different district. Thus, political parties can be mechanisms for preventing candidates with similar goals from acting to each other's detriment when campaigning or governing. This might help explain the ubiquity of parties: if a group of candidates form a party and are harming each other less, they may perform better over the long run than unaffiliated politicians, so politicians with party affiliations will out-compete politicians without parties. Parties can also align their member's incentives when those members are in a legislature. The existence of a party apparatus can help coalitions of electors to agree on ideal policy choices, whereas a legislature of unaffiliated members might never be able to agree on a single best policy choice without some institution constraining their options.
Parties as heuristicsAnother prominent explanation for why political parties exist is psychological: parties may be necessary for many individuals to participate in politics because they provide a massively simplifying
Structure of political partiesPolitical parties are often structured in similar ways across countries. They typically feature a single party leader, a group of party executives, and a community of party members. Parties in democracies usually select their party leadership in ways that are more open and competitive than parties in autocracies, where the selection of a new party leader is likely to be tightly controlled. In countries with large sub-national regions, particularly
Party leadersParties are typically led by a party leader, who serves as the main representative of the party and often has primary responsibility for overseeing the party's policies and strategies. The leader of the party that controls the government usually becomes the
Party executivesIn both democratic and non-democratic countries, the party leader is often the foremost member of a larger party leadership. A party executive will commonly include administrative positions, like a party secretary and a party chair, who may be different people from the party leader. These executive organizations may serve to constrain the party leader, especially if that leader is an autocrat. It is common for political parties to conduct major leadership decisions, like selecting a party executive and setting their policy goals, during regular party conferences. Much as party leaders who are not in power are usually at least nominally competing to become the head of government, the entire party executive may be competing for various positions in the government. For example, in Westminster systems, the largest party that is out of power will form the Official Opposition in parliament, and select a shadow cabinet which (among other functions) provides a signal about which members of the party would hold which positions in the government if the party were to win an election.
Party membershipCitizens in a democracy will often affiliate with a specific political party. Party membership may include paying dues, an agreement not to affiliate with multiple parties at the same time, and sometimes a statement of agreement with the party's policies and platform. In democratic countries, members of political parties often are allowed to participate in elections to choose the party leadership. Party members may form the base of the volunteer activists and donors who support political parties during campaigns. The extent of participation in party organizations can be affected by a country's political institutions, with certain
Types of party organizationsPolitical scientists have distinguished between different types of political parties that have evolved throughout history. These include cadre parties, mass parties, catch-all parties and cartel parties. Cadre parties were political elites that were concerned with contesting elections and restricted the influence of outsiders, who were only required to assist in election campaigns. Mass parties tried to recruit new members who were a source of party income and were often expected to spread party ideology as well as assist in elections. In the United States, where both major parties were cadre parties, the introduction of primaries and other reforms has transformed them so that power is held by activists who compete over influence and nomination of candidates.
Cadre partiesA cadre party, or elite party, is a type of political party that was dominant in the nineteenth century before the introduction of universal suffrage. The French political scientist Maurice Duverger first distinguished between "cadre" and "mass" parties, founding his distinction on the differences within the organisational structures of these two types. Cadre parties are characterized by minimal and loose organisation, and are financed by fewer larger monetary contributions typically originating from outside the party. Cadre parties give little priority to expanding the party's membership base, and its leaders are its only members. The earliest political parties, such as the
Mass partiesA mass party is a type of political party that developed around Cleavage (politics), cleavages in society and mobilized the ordinary citizens or 'masses' in the political process. In Europe, the introduction of universal suffrage resulted in the creation of worker's parties that later evolved into mass parties; an example is the German Social Democratic Party. These parties represented large groups of citizens who had not previously been represented in political processes, articulating the interests of different groups in society. In contrast to cadre parties, mass parties are funded by their members, and rely on and maintain a large membership base. Further, mass parties prioritize the mobilization of voters and are more centralized than cadre parties.
Catch-all partiesThe term "catch-all party" was developed by German-American political scientist Otto Kirchheimer to describe the parties that developed in the 1950s and 1960s as a result of changes within the mass parties. The term "big tent party" may be used interchangeably. Kirchheimer characterized the shift from the traditional mass parties to catch-all parties as a set of developments including the "drastic reduction of the party's ideological baggage" and the "downgrading of the role of the individual party member". By broadening their central ideologies into more open-ended ones, catch-all parties seek to secure the support of a wider section of the population. Further, the role of members is reduced as catch-all parties are financed in part by the state or by donations. In Europe, the shift of Christian Democratic parties that were organized around religion into broader centre-right parties epitomizes this type.
Cartel partiesCartel party theory, Cartel parties are a type of political party that emerged post-1970s and are characterized by heavy state financing and the diminished role of ideology as an organizing principle. The cartel party thesis was developed by Richard Katz and Peter Mair, who wrote that political parties have turned into "semi-state agencies", acting on behalf of the state rather than groups in society. The term 'cartel' refers to the way in which prominent parties in government make it difficult for new parties to enter, as such forming a cartel of established parties. As with catch-all parties, the role of members in cartel parties is largely insignificant as parties use the resources of the state to maintain their position within the political system.
Niche partiesNiche parties are a type of political party that developed on the basis of the emergence of new cleavages and issues in politics, such as immigration and the environment. In contrast to mainstream or catch-all parties, niche parties articulate an often limited set of interests in a way that does not conform to the dominant economic left-right divide in politics, in turn emphasising issues that do not attain prominence within the other parties. Further, niche parties do not respond to changes in public opinion to the extent that mainstream parties do. Examples of niche parties include Green parties and extreme nationalist parties, such as the National Rally in France. However, over time these parties may grow in size and shed some of their niche qualities as they become larger, a phenonmenon observable among European Green parties during their transformation from radical environmentalist movements to mainstream centre-left parties.
Entrepreneurial partiesAn Entrepreneurial party is a political party that is centered on a political entrepreneur, and dedicated to the advancement of that person or their policies. While some definitions of political parties state that a party is an organization that advances a specific set of ideological or policy goals, many political parties are not primarily motivated by ideology or policy, and instead exist to advance the career of a specific political entrepreneur.
Party positions and ideologies
Ideological roles and typesPolitical ideology, Political ideologies are one of the major organizing features of political parties, and parties often officially align themselves with specific ideologies. Parties adopt ideologies for a number of reasons. Ideological affiliations for political parties send signals about the types of policies they might pursue if they were in power. Ideologies also differentiate parties from one another, so that voters can select the party that advances the policies that they most prefer. A party may also seek to advance an ideology by convincing voters to adopt its belief system. Common ideologies that can form a central part of the identity of a political party include liberalism, conservatism, socialism,
Non-ideological partiesThough ideologies are central to a large number of political parties around the world, not all political parties have an organizing ideology, or exist to promote ideological policies. For example, some political parties may be clientelism, clientelistic or
Party systemsPolitical parties are ubiquitous across both democratic and autocratic countries, and there is often very little change in which political parties have a chance of holding power in a country from one election to the next. This makes it possible to think about the political parties in a country as collectively forming one of the country's central political institutions, called a party system. Some basic features of a party system are the number of parties and what sorts of parties are the most successful. These properties are closely connected to other major features of the country's politics, such as how democratic it is, what sorts of restrictions its laws impose on political parties, and what type of
Non-partisan systemsIn a non-partisan system, no political parties exist, or political parties are not a major part of the political system. There are very few list of countries without political parties, countries without political parties. In some non-partisan countries, the formation of parties is explicitly banned by law. The existence of political parties may be banned in autocratic countries in order to prevent a turnover in power. For example, in Saudi Arabia, a ban on political parties has been used as a tool for protecting the monarchy. However, parties are also banned in some polities that have long democratic histories, usually in local or regional elections of countries that have strong national party systems. Political parties may also temporarily cease to exist in countries that have either only been established recently, or that have experienced a major upheaval in their politics and have not yet returned to a stable system of political parties. For example, the United States began as a non-partisan democracy, and it evolved a stable system of political parties over the course of many decades. A country's party system may also dissolve and take time to re-form, leaving a period of minimal or no party system, such as in Peru following the regime of Alberto Fujimori. However, it is also possiblealbeit rarefor countries with no bans on political parties, and which have not experienced a major disruption, to nevertheless have no political parties: there are a small number of pacific island democracies, such as Palau, where political parties are permitted to exist and yet parties are not an important part of national politics.
One-party systemsIn a one-party state, one-party system, power is held entirely by one political party. When only one political party exists, it may be the result of a ban on the formation of any competing political parties, which is a common feature in authoritarian states. For example, the Communist Party of Cuba is the only permitted political party in Cuba, and is the only party that can hold seats in the legislature. When only one powerful party is legally permitted to exist, its membership can grow to contain a very large portion of society and it can play substantial roles in civil society that are not necessarily directly related to political governance; one example of this is the
Two-party systemsIn several countries, there are only two parties that have a realistic chance of competing to form government. One canonical two-party democracy is the
Multi-party systemsMulti-party systems are systems in which more than two parties have a realistic chance of holding power and influencing policy. A very large number of systems around the world have had periods of multi-party competition, and two-party democracies may be considered unusual or uncommon compared to multi-party systems. Many of the List of countries by population (United Nations), largest democracies in the world have had long periods of multi-party competition, including India, Indonesia, Pakistan, and Brazil. Multi-party systems encourage characteristically different types of governance than smaller party systems, for example by often encouraging the formation of coalition governments. The presence of many competing political parties is usually associated with a greater level of democracy, and a country transitioning from having a one-party system to having a many-party system is often considered to be democratization, democratizing. Authoritarian countries can include multi-party competition, but typically this occurs when the elections are Unfair election, not fair. For this reason, in two-party democracies like the United States, proponents of forming new competitive political parties often argue that developing a multi-party system would make the country more democratic. However, the question of whether multi-party systems are more democratic than two-party systems, or if they enjoy better policy outcomes, is a subject of substantial disagreement among scholars as well as among the public. In the opposite extreme, a country with a very large number of parties can experience governing coalitions that include highly ideologically diverse parties that are unable to make much policy progress, which may cause the country to be unstable and experience a very large number of elections; examples of systems that have been described as having these problems include periods in the recent history of Israel, Italy, and Finland. Multi-party systems are often viewed as fairer or more representative than one- or two-party systems, but they also have downsides, like the likelihood that in a system with plurality voting the winner of a race with many options will only have minority support. Some multi-party systems may have two parties that are noticeably more competitive than the other parties. Such party systems have been called "two-party-plus" systems, which refers to the two dominant parties, plus other parties that exist but rarely or never hold power in the government. Such parties may serve a crucial factor in election outcomes. It is also possible for very large multi-party systems, like India's, to nevertheless be characterized largely by a series of regional contests that realistically have only two competitive parties, but in the aggregate can produce many more than two parties that have major roles in the country's national politics.
FundingMany of the activities of political parties involve the acquisition and allocation of funds in order to achieve political goals. The funding involved can be very substantial, with contemporary elections in the largest democracies typically costing billions or even tens of billions of dollars. Much of this expense is paid by candidates and political parties, which often develop sophisticated fundraising organizations. Because paying for participation in electoral contests is such a central democratic activity, the funding of political parties is an important feature of a country's politics.
Sources of party fundsCommon sources of party funding across countries include dues-paying party members, advocacy groups and lobbying organizations, corporations, trade unions, and candidates who may self-fund activities. In most countries, the government also provides some level of funding for political parties. Nearly all of the 180 countries examined by the International Institute for Democracy and Electoral Assistance have some form of public funding for political parties, and about a third have regular payments of government funds that goes beyond campaign reimbursements. In some countries, public funding for parties depends on the size of that party: for example, a country may only provide funding to parties which have more than a certain number of candidates or supporters. A common argument for public funding of political parties is that it creates fairer and more democratic elections by enabling more groups to compete, whereas many advocates for private funding of parties argue that donations to parties are a form of political expression that should be protected in a democracy. Public financing of political parties may decrease parties' pursuit of funds through corrupt methods, by decreasing their incentive to find alternate sources of funding. One way of categorizing the sources of party funding is between public funding and private funding. Another dichotomy is between plutocratic and grassroots sources; parties which get much of their funding from large corporations may tend to pursue different policies and use different strategies than parties which are mostly funded through small donations by individual supporters. Private funding for political parties can also be thought of as coming from internal or external sources: this distinguishes between dues from party members or contributions by candidates, and donations from entities outside of the party like non-members, corporations, or trade unions. Internal funding may be preferred because external sources might make the party beholden to an outside entity.
Uses for party fundsThere are many ways in which political parties may deploy money in order to secure better electoral outcomes. Parties often spend money to train activists, recruit volunteers, create and deploy advertisements, conduct research and support for their leadership in between elections, and promote their policy agenda. Many political parties and candidates engage in a practice called clientelism, in which they distribute material rewards to people in exchange for political support; in many countries this is illegal, though even where it is illegal it may nevertheless be widespread in practice. Some parties engage directly in vote buying, in which a party gives money to a person in exchange for their vote. Though it may be crucial for a party to spend more than some threshold to win a given election, there are typically diminishing returns for expenses during a campaign. Once a party has crossed a particular spending threshold, additional expenditures might not increase their chance of success.
RestrictionsFundraising and expenditures by political parties are typically regulated by governments, with many countries' regulations focusing on who can contribute money to parties, how parties' money can be spent, and how much of it can pass through the hands of a political party. Two main ways in which regulations affect parties are by intervening in their sources of income and by mandating that they maintain some level of transparency about their funding. One common type of restriction on how parties acquire money is to limit who can donate money to political parties; for example, people who are not citizens of a country may not be allowed to make contributions to that country's political parties, in order to prevent foreign interference. It is also common to limit how much money an individual can give to a political party each election. Similarly, many governments cap the total amount of money that can be spent by each party in an election. Transparency regulations may require parties to disclose detailed financial information to the government, and in many countries transparency laws require those disclosures to be available to the public, as a safeguard against potential corruption. Creating, implementing, and amending laws regarding party expenses can be extremely difficult, since governments may be controlled by the very parties that these regulations restrict.
Party colours and symbolsNearly all political parties associate themselves with specific colours and symbols, primarily to aid voters in party identification, identifying, recognizing, and remembering the party. This branding is particularly important in polities where much of the population may be Illiteracy, illiterate, so that someone who cannot read a party's name on a ballot can instead identify that party by colour or logo. Parties of similar ideologies will often use the same colours across different countries. Colour associations are useful as a short-hand for referring to and representing parties in graphical media. They can also be used to refer to coalitions and alliances between political parties and other organizations; examples include Purple (government), purple alliances, Red–green alliance, red–green alliances, traffic light coalitions, pan-green coalitions, and pan-blue coalitions. However, associations between colour and ideology can also be inconsistent: parties of the same ideology in different countries often use different colours, and sometimes competing parties in a country may even adopt the same colours. These associations also have major exceptions. For example, in the United States, red is associated with the more conservative Republican Party (United States), Republican Party while blue is associated with the more left-leaning Democratic Party (United States), Democratic Party.
See also* List of largest political parties * List of ruling political parties by country * Political lists#Political parties by country, Lists of political parties by country
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How to Use a Bitcoin ATM
A Bitcoin ATM allows you to buy or sell digital currencies such as Bitcoin. A Bitcoin ATM can accept cash or a debit card. Bi-directional ATMs let you exchange Bitcoin for cash. They can also be used to buy Bitcoin, so you can get a little cash while using your debit card. A Bitcoin ATM is a great way to get started if you are new to Bitcoin.
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When you visit a Bitcoin ATM, make sure you know the fees before you withdraw your money. Coinsource offers the fastest transactions and the most transparent fees, and it offers live customer support seven days a week. Here's why you should use Coinsource. Read on to find out more. We'll also discuss the security measures Coinsource uses to protect your privacy. Remember to keep your Bitcoin wallet on hand before you use a Bitcoin ATM.
Coinsource is a pioneer in bitcoin ATMs. The company has a global presence and a focus in compliance and ease-of use to bring bitcoin to the masses. Their website contains information about bitcoin ATMs, company updates and blogs. It is also possible to license its kiosks for traditional ATM operators. Its ATMs can be found all over the world. As a global leader in the Bitcoin ATM industry, Coinsource aims to help customers make the most of the currency.
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There are a number of advantages to using an Atm Bitcoin Near Me. These machines can accept Bitcoin payments and can use advanced security measures such as fingerprint readers to ensure customer privacy. These ATMs also include high-end banknote validators, which can detect damaged or fake bills. A General Bytes ATM is a good example of this technology. The device can run background checks and uses a fingerprint scanner to get customer details. Once you've made a transaction, the General Bytes ATM will send your wallet details to your email. Once you have your wallet details, log in to your email address to transfer coins from your Bitcoin wallet into your bank account.
Some deli workers in New York City said they had six to ten customers per shift who wanted to use an ATM. Brooklyn deli workers reported seeing anywhere between 10 and 20 people using an ATM. Sam, a 19-year-old worker at a Bedford-Stuyvesant bodega, stated that he saw 15 people use his ATM within a matter of minutes. Although the bodega doesn't offer this service, many customers have requested it.
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You may have heard of Bitcoin ATMs or BTM kiosks. But do you know how to use them effectively? Bitcoin is the fastest way of buying and selling bitcoin. Many crypto enthusiasts are interested in these machines. While Bitcoin ATMs look similar to regular bank ATMs there are some key technical differences. While regular ATMs accept cash, a Bitcoin ATM transfers funds to your Bitcoin address instead. A Bitcoin ATM can be used in any city to purchase and sell bitcoin or just get cash.
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One of the best ways to buy or sell cryptocurrency is through a Bitcoin ATM close to you. To get a value for your cash, scan the QR code located on your wallet address. Once the transaction is complete, the machine will send the purchased bitcoin to your Bitcoin address or QR code. It will take a few minutes for the transaction to be processed. You will need to learn how to sell bitcoin later.
First, you'll need to have a crypto wallet. This digital wallet stores your cryptocurrency and tracks your balance. It also provides an alphanumeric key that allows you to access your funds. You can either use web-based wallets, or you can use hardware devices. To determine which type of wallet you should get, scan the QR code and download a wallet app. You can then use the code to purchase bitcoin at a Bitcoin ATM close to you.
How to Use a Bitcoin ATM
If you are planning to use a Bitcoin ATM to purchase your digital currency, you first need to have a crypto wallet. The wallet stores and tracks your cryptocurrency currency. You can use a desktop software program or a hardware device to keep your wallet and alphanumeric keys secure. Then, you simply need to find a Bitcoin ATM near you and set up an account. You will need to take down the alphanumeric code at the ATM so that you can enter your account information.
Once you have done this, go to a bitcoin ATM kiosk. The machine will convert your cash into crypto. At the current market price, $200 in cash will get you 200 bitcoin. You'll pay an operating fee and, in some cases, a mining fee, so keep an eye out for this. Once you are done, you can confirm your purchase or withdraw your digital currency. It's that simple.
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Once you've created an account, you can use the ATM to transfer funds between accounts. To use the Bitcoin ATM, all you need to do is input your wallet information, either through a QR code or alphanumeric key. You can also use a paper wallet to import Bitcoin. Once you've inserted the desired amount, the ATM will display a transaction screen. The recipient will be able to see how much money was entered and the number of Bitcoins that were received.
After selecting your cryptocurrency, you'll need to enter your wallet address. Most Bitcoin ATMs will allow you to send money using a QR code. It's also a good idea to double check your address so you don't send your cryptocurrency to the wrong address. This way, you'll know that you've sent the right amount. After confirming the transaction, you can withdraw it to your Bitcoin wallet.


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There's no alternative for enterprise brands but this system actually isn't targeted at larger companies at all.
There are 3 different repayment versions with Leapages, allowing you to pay month-to-month, yearly as well as on a 2-year basis– each alternative providing a reduced equivalent rate point.
If you compare that to Unbounce (plans begin at $79/mo) and Instapage (plans start at $99/mo), Leapages plainly aims to supply smaller companies a less expensive option.
Right here's what you really get for your cash.
Leadpages Standard ($ 37/mo, paid yearly).
- Unrestricted Pages, Website Traffic, & Leads.
- Unrestricted Pop-ups.
- Unrestricted Alert Pubs.
- Free Hosting.
- Link 1 Domain name.
- 200+ Free Templates( Mobile-Responsive).
- 40+ Standard Integrations.
- Facebook & Instagram AdBuilder.
- Tech Support (by means of Email).
- Weekly Team Mentoring.
Leadpages Pro ($ 79/mo, paid each year).
- All Standard features.
- Online Sales and also Repayments.
- Unrestricted A/B Split Checking.
- Email Trigger Hyperlinks.
- 10 Opt-in Text Campaigns.
- Unique Discount rates with companion business.
Leadpages Advanced ($ 321/mo, paid annually).
- All Standard as well as Pro features
- Advanced Integrations.
- 5 Free Below Accounts.
- 50 Additional Opt-in TextCampaigns.
- 1-on-1 Flying Start Telephone Call.
- Leadpages Virtual Workshops.
In regards to functions, Leadpages loads a lot right into its platform for a practical cost. The only issue I have is the fact you do not obtain limitless A/B screening on the Standard variation, although you can develop unlimited landing pages.
Yes, the company requires to separate its plans but reserving this essential function for its more expensive plans largely cancels out the cost benefit over Unbounce and also Instapage.
One huge advantage Leadpages has over the competition is that fact you have no restriction on website traffic, regardless of which variation you use. With Unbounce, for instance, you're restricted to 500,000 unique site visitors monthly and also you'll have to subscribe to the enterprise variation for anything more than that.
You do not have this restriction with Leadpages, which is excellent if you have a great deal of traffic coming to your site. In real world practice, however, extremely few of the small companies Leadpages is targeting will create greater than 500,000 one-of-a-kind visitors on a monthly basis.
How does Leadpages contrast to the competition?
Leadpages gets off to a strong beginning with cost effective pricing, strong functions and a respectable selection of landing page templates– an appealing recommendation if you're contrasting it to alternatives like Unbounce as well as Instapage.
Unfortunately, Leadpages promptly loses if you in fact begin making use of various other touchdown web page builders.
Leadpages Final judgment.
Leadpages aims to offer a landing web page builder for smaller sized services and its pricing policy looks pretty appropriate at a look. There are a few points it needs to fix, though. If it makes A/B testing fully readily available on every version of its system, then the affordable costs of its Standard strategy come to be a genuine property.
At this moment, you essentially need to pay up for its Pro version as well as this puts you near Instapage costs.
The other 2 problems I have is the lack of customisation alternatives on Leadpages' design templates, which makes it challenging to match the branding as well as layout on existing websites. After that we have that page home builder which can have resolved those customisation concerns, if it had not been on the sluggish side.


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A Waste of Life
I wonder when we stand before God if He will ask us about what we did with our time. People waste so much time every day. And they waste a lot of it on their cell phones.
Kids spend eight to twelve hours each day on a cell phone, teenagers spend about nine hours a day, and adults spend around four-and-a half hours per day. It's a big waste of life in many ways. I think we need to make a conscious effort to put down our devices and spend time with each other, talking to each other and listening to each other.
Most importantly, we need to spend time with the Lord.
Interestingly, when someone asked Billy Graham if he had any regrets in life, he said yes. He wished he had spent more time praying, more time studying the Bible, and less time traveling and taking speaking engagements. He also said that he wished he had spent more time telling the Lord how much he loved Him.
The Bible says, "Be still, and know that I am God; I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth!" (Psalm 46:10 NKJV).
One day we will be held accountable for what we did with our time and perhaps even for the opportunities we missed.
When we stand before the Judgment Seat of Christ, He will want to know what we did with our opportunities. Did we leverage them? Did we use the influence God gave us and reach out to people we know with the gospel? How did we use our resources? How did we spend our money?
These things all will be reviewed at the Judgment Seat of Christ (see 2 Corinthians 5:10). But this judgment won't be about success as we like to define success. Rather, it will be about our faithfulness to the Lord.
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Are you in search of an end-all, be-all solution for all the annoying back pain problems? Are you, perhaps, going through it right now as you're reading this? It can be difficult to treat something as annoying as back pain. A simple back massage may not be enough. It may also not be possible to use vibrator machines. Even physical treatment sessions may not solve all your problems at once, and you may be very underwhelmed by that.
Tired of dealing with back pains, only for them to return at times that you didn't need? You may be in for a treat because, in this review, we will be talking about one solution that can fix your back problems… permanently. This is the Back Pain Breakthrough!
For those of you who prefer a more visual experience, here is a video review from Sheron P. Laren's YouTube channel. Do check out our article below, however, because it has a comprehensive overview of The Back Pain Breakthrough.
What is the Breakthrough for Back Pain? Chiropractor Chronic Sciatica Treatment
The Back Pain Breakthrough digital training program teaches people non-invasive, effective and simple ways to relieve back pain. The multi-part masterclass provides detailed instructions and advanced healing techniques to help you get the job done faster. Breakthrough is easy to use. You won't even need to take any risky medications or severe treatments to get it all fixed!
According to this study, almost 65 million Americans have experienced back pains of varying degrees once or a few times in their lives.|According to this study, nearly 65 million Americans have suffered from back pains at least once in their lifetime.} 16 million of the 65 millions suffer from chronic back pain. This can be debilitating and restricts them to a limited number of activities. In addition, back pain is the 6th most costly medical condition in the US alone; most of the time, a lot of money is required to treat it.
Back Pain Breakthrough was designed to address all of these problems in one program. You will learn how to eliminate back pain in just five minutes. This will save you money in the long-term. This step-by-step video program is the work of Dr. Steve Young, a Philadephia doctor and top back pain specialist who has previously consulted with numerous A-listers, from professional athletes to Hollywood actors. Are you still hesitant about buying it? Breakthrough has been backed by real published studies from legitimate medical authorities, including the NCBI.
What is the process?
The Back Pain Breakthrough makes use of a few simple movements to put your spine back into perfect alignment, releasing the tension and relieving the pain in your back in the process. Targeted Spinal Release is one of the methods we will focus on. This takes less than five minutes and requires no equipment. Targeted Spinal Release treats nerve impingement in the spine in a non-invasive manner.
Nerve impingement refers to the vertebrae being pushed onto the sensitive spinal nerve, leaving virtually no space in between.|Nerve impingement is when the vertebrae are pushed onto sensitive spinal nerves, leaving little space between them.} As a result, these nerves are being pinched, causing discomfort. This can cause severe pain and even spread to your legs. The spine can misalign if it is subject to more pressure than the vertebrae. To remedy this, Dr. Young suggests fixing the iliacus muscle, which he said to be the primary cause of back pain. Sitting for long periods, sleeping in the wrong positions, and exercising improperly can tighten the iliacus muscle – and nobody knows this!
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This is where the Targeted Spinal Release method steps in. It is designed to release and straighten the tightened iliacus muscle. Soon after, the vertebrae and spinal nerves move away from each other as a result, giving you instant relief and peace of mind. Breakthrough provides a step-by-step guide that explains how to perform this process, when it should be used, and how it should take. In less than 30 days you will see tons of benefits you didn't expect. Chiropractor Chronic Sciatica Treatment
How can you benefit from the Back Pain Breakthrough?
As you get your hands on the Back Pain Breakthrough masterclass, you will see all the amazing results you'd never expect when it comes to treating back pains. In just a short amount of time, your back health is near-instantly improved, and the unbearable ache that you constantly get is gone – forever. This is wonderful news for those who suffer chronic pains! The program's methods will provide permanent relief. There are no other options. A simple massage session or even pain killer medications can fix back pain problems, but only temporarily.
Breakthrough can help you become more energetic, motivated, and enthusiastic to get through your day! You don't have to treat back problems without risking your entire life on the line, as with just a few steps you can finally do the things you've been set back from doing. You get to work out injury-free, dance around, run long miles, and do the hard work without expecting the pain to arrive. You can even lose some unwanted weight!
Breakthrough is a perfect solution for anyone who has suffered back pains once, twice, or even multiple times in their lifetime. Breakthrough is suitable for anyone over the age of 18. This is a great product to recommend to anyone who has back problems, whether they are a grandparent, a grandmother, or a co-worker over 50. If you who are reading this can't stand the seething torture that comes in after sitting on your office chair for long periods, then you should check this one out as well!
What Does the Back Pain Breakthrough Offer?
The Back Pain Breakthrough is a collection of videos and files that will teach you how to relieve back pain using only your hands. This program can be accessed from your smartphone. You can download it and watch it at any time and any place. You can access all the files included through your smartphone, PC, or even your smart TV! If you are interested in reading physical books, you can print some of the files yourself. Chiropractor Chronic Sciatica Treatment
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Without further ado, here is a list of files that you will expect if you get the Breakthrough program:
- This video masterclass is made up of six parts. This package, comprised of 6 videos, features a full, brief, and concise guide on how to treat back problems with varying degrees of pain. Dr. Young will explain how to fix them in five minutes or less, no matter where you are. He also shares some helpful advice and tidbits that you may not have heard of.
- The three-step Targeted Spinal Release process. This program is the highlight. You will learn how to release the muscles and nerves that are trapped in the spine, and then realign them. Also included is an action plan that you will follow in the next 30 days upon using the method.
- Step-by-step video instructions. You will see Breakthrough in action. This live demonstration shows Dr. Young applying those in real life with the assistance of his team as he walks you through how they work and how they can affect those who are suffering discomfort in the back.
- The bonuses. Apart from the videos, you also get easy-access PDF files that you can read through if you need further insights. These are the following:
- Advanced Healing Techniques – it covers plenty of different physical techniques to eliminate the pain, as well as some useful posture and configuration-tweaking tips to keep your back straight and strong
- Targeted spinal release: The Back Pain Manual – It includes additional information not included on the videos. This includes tailored stretching techniques and 2 new techniques to reduce the pain in the long term.
What is the cost?
The entire Back Pain Breakthrough program is currently available at a discounted price of $37 All the information and features you need to treat back pain are included at an unbelievablely low price. This offer is perfect for anyone who wants to test it for the first time. To put it in perspective: You would originally have to pay $157. This is the total sum of the following prices if paid alone.
- 6-part video masterclass $37
- Targeted Spine release process – $47
- Step-by-step video – $27
- Advanced Healing Techniques bonus – $19
- The Back Pain Manual bonus – $27
Money-back Refund Policy
This offer is particularly attractive because you can buy all of the products mentioned above for only the original masterclass price. Talk about a great deal! You also have a 60-day money back guarantee if you buy the package. If you're not pleased with the results or do not see it come to light within 30 days as promised, you can ask for a refund and get all your cash back. There are no hidden fees involved – that's how you know that the team behind Breakthrough has put all their trust in their product! To buy the full pack, you can only do so through its official website. Chiropractor Chronic Sciatica Treatment
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Back Pain Breakthrough: The Benefits and Cons
The Pros
- This book is jam-packed full of all the important (no pun intended!) information you need to eliminate all signs and symptoms of back pain.
- It's all-natural. No medicines, physical therapies, instruments, or anything else to alleviate the pains are involved. You only need to do it!
- This program has plenty of body-friendly solutions to remedy the annoying aches in a very short amount of time. There's no wonder why everyone recommends this full comprehensive package!
The Cons
- You may see results that are different depending on your physical condition. Some people may receive them immediately while others may have to wait.
- It is not highly recommended for those under 18, as well as those who are pregnant and lactating. It can have dangerous, life-altering effects.
- It is only available in digital format and on the official website. Don't expect the real Back Pain Breakthrough program to pop up on Amazon or even in physical stores!
Our Last Thoughts: Back Pain Breakthrough
It's easy to see why The Back Pain Breakthrough has had such a profound impact on people's lives after looking at its effectiveness and reading the reviews. It's a game-changer in many ways possible! Not only do you get a perfectly aligned back free from all the excruciating pain. You also get other benefits such as lesser stress, a more active body, and tons of new motivations to explore and live by. With Breakthrough, you get to live your life to the fullest again.
Trying out Breakthrough is a risk-free investment with only a fraction of the total cost to be paid. You'll be happy with the results in 30 days. Customer service will help you if you aren't satisfied. Once the product has been returned, you will get your entire money back. If you're looking for an end-all, be-all solution for back pain, try the Back Pain Breakthrough now!
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I have severe chronic back pain. Is there a possibility that the Back Pain Breakthrough can work for me?
Yes, it can work if you're prone to constant and severe back pains. It's important to remember that results may vary from one person to another. There's no need to fret as in your case, you can expect to see and feel the results within the 30-day mark.
It is possible to use it even when I have a full-time job and have limited time.
Yes, you can use it anytime and anywhere! Especially if you're busy with, say, office work. Breakthrough teaches you how to take a quick break for your back pains. You can even use your phone to read a PDF copy or watch videos for reference.
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Is Back Pain Breakthrough legit or a scam?
Breakthrough is 100% legit. You don't have to be concerned about Breakthrough being a scam. The program is backed by real studies, created by a known back pain professional with years of expertise on the line, and met with specific guidelines by official medical associations.