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RFK's Daughter Announces Gay Marriage Support
Former Lt. Gov. Kathleen Kennedy Townsend joined other Catholics in backing same-sex marriage in Maryland.
UPDATE (4:07 p.m.)—Former Lt. Gov. Kathleen Kennedy Townsend—the eldest daughter of the late Sen. Robert F. Kennedy—joined other Catholics in announcing her support for same-sex marriage in Maryland.
Townsend, of Towson, cited the famous speech made by her uncle, President John F. Kennedy, to the Greater Houston Ministerial Association prior to the presidential election in 1960, where he explained his Catholic faith would inform his decisions but that he wouldn't be beholden to Rome.
"But he brought with him the understanding that while the church can't tell you what to do, the values of the Catholic Church, the values of love and justice that we learn from our faith can influence what we do, and that's what we're doing here today," Townsend said.
Baltimore City Councilman William H Cole IV; Erma Dirkin, of Glen Arm; and Pat and Jenny Nugent, of Cambridge, joined her at a Marylanders for Marriage Equality news conference on Tuesday highlighting Catholic support for the Civil Marriage Protection Act, which will be voted on in Maryland on Nov. 6.
A 2011 survey by the Public Religion Research Institute reported that nationwide 52 percent Catholics support gay marriage. A poll of 504 residents conducted by Hart Research in late-July for Marylanders for Marriage Equality showed that 54 percent of voters favor same-sex marriage and 40 percent are opposed.
The Archdiocese of Baltimore emailed a statement from Mary Ellen Russell, executive director of the Maryland Catholic Conference, saying the church will not be swayed by polls, and claimed those who oppose same-sex marriage are subject to "intolerance and intimidation."
"Fortunately, as has been shown time and again, we fully expect that the majority of Marylanders will uphold the true nature of marriage when they are free to voice their opinion in the privacy of the voting booth, depsite what the polls say," Russell said in the statement.
Dirkin, 83, a self-described "cradle Catholic," said she was there to urge her fellow Catholics to vote their conscience and support same-sex marriage.
"To vote to uphold the civil marriage law, for all loving, committed gay and lesbian couples, we should be acknowledging in everyone, including my gay son, the inherent dignity and fairness due them as human beings," Dirkin said.
She said the church, her long service in ministering to the home-bound and as a scripture study leader taught her the importance of the "golden rule," which should be applied to same-sex marriage.
"What we're debating here in Maryland is whether gay couples can go to the court house and get a marriage license. What churches decide to do, which marriages they decide to solemnize or not is up to them, and that's the way it should be," Dirkin said. "I can guarantee you my late husband and I would not want anyone telling us we could not marry. It's the golden rule again coming up, we should treat other people the way we wish to be treated."
Jenny Nugent said she and her husband had never paid much attention to gay or lesbian people before she started to take care of them as a nurse. She then saw gay people who had no support and had been ostracized by their families. She said seeing that had reinforced something she knew as a mother—that every child is special and deserves to live a full life, including marriage.
"I never want our son or any of our children to be alone in sickness or in health. I want each of them to have the security and joy of a family that they create, and for that family to have the legal protections that come with civil marriage," Jenny Nugent said. "That's why, for myself as a Catholic, I'm going to vote my heart and my conscience and support marriage equality."
Leslie Schildgen
3:31 pm on Tuesday, August 7, 2012
I'm a Catholic who believes that marriage is a civil right and should be presented to the Supreme Court under equal protection. I bet Roberts and Kennedy would agree
steve James
10:33 pm on Tuesday, August 7, 2012
meanwhile the catfholic church claims it is being intimidated. If anything, the church has intimidated an enormous amount of gay people, driving so many of them into a closet of virtual segregation, and often living in a gay area to protect themselves..
Also the church, by attacking gay people / marriage equality does its share to make gay kids feel worthless, second class citizens. Accoridng to my nighbor, a psychologist, about 3000 gay kids commit suicide every year out of 8000 total kid suicides
And no one knows how many of the thousand or so suicides for unknown causes are of gay kids
Keep at it church - THATS HOW YOU PROTECT CHILDREN.
M. Sullivan
3:44 pm on Tuesday, August 7, 2012
KKT supports gay marriage ! Wow, what a shock !
Daniel Ewald
3:47 pm on Tuesday, August 7, 2012
Going to the chapel and I'm
gonna get married...
Harry Callahan
3:52 pm on Tuesday, August 7, 2012
What a pathetic piece of grabage this woman is. My daughter attended elementary school with her poor daughter. That child did not know what MTV was because Mommy would not allow her to watch it. The child was completely out of touch with the rest of the world...just like Mommy.
Here's a tip Kathleen...go back to Taxacheussets where you came from. Your name, and $5.00, might get you a cup of coffee there.
4:51 pm on Tuesday, August 7, 2012
""She's a pathetic piece of grabage (sic)" because she wouldn't let her elementary school aged daughter watch MTV???
I wouldn't let my elementary schoool kids watch MTV either.
5:43 pm on Tuesday, August 7, 2012
I wouldn't let my elementary school kids watch MTV, Beavis & Butthead, 90210, etc., either. They have plenty of time to learn those things, and now, as adults are plenty in touch with the real world. Let them be kids for as long as possible.
And, OBTW, good for her supporting marriage equality.
steve James
10:35 pm on Tuesday, August 7, 2012
Maybe she wanted her kid to be educated rather then watch what Newton Minow, an FCC commisioner long ago realized TV had become
A vast wasteland
3:28 pm on Wednesday, August 8, 2012
Oh, my. What awful parenting skills Ms. Townsend has-- no MTV. Harry, I have to admit it-- my parenting skills were just as bad, if not worse. We didn't even have CABLE at all when our kids were growing up. Instead, we had them watch "grabage" like musicals ("Singin' in the Rain," "The Music Man," Rodgers and Hammerstein, etc.), trash such as the stuff found on PBS, and an occasional "regular" TV show. (They still never call me during "Jeopardy!") And most shockingly, I didn't let them watch "Friends," either. It didn't have the values I wanted instilled in them.
I've met Ms. Townsend a few times and find her to be a thoughtful, smart, and caring person. If you don't agree with her, fine. But if it's a choice between her parenting skills and her judgement and your, I'll take hers.
Thanks for the fantastic giggle!
1:53 pm on Monday, August 13, 2012
Harry, Harry, Harry... you should be terribly embarrassed... Criticizing Kathleen Kennedy Townsend's parenting skills because her "poor" (elementary school-age) daughter was out of touch with the world because she wasn't allowed to watch MTV? LOL... thank you. That was hysterical. I really need that on a Monday afternoon lunch break. I have to presume you MEANT for that to be funny...
4:01 pm on Tuesday, August 7, 2012
Oh, this is rich.
I'm going to enjoy this thread. Catholics actually supporting gay marriage. Outstanding. I wonder what the gay hate mongering Pope thinks of this.
Actually no, I don't wonder :)
4:04 pm on Tuesday, August 7, 2012
Also, its nice that she's invoking the "golden" rule of treating others as you'd want to be treated. Seriously, if Americans did that, we'd be much better off for it.
You don't need 'religion' to have a proper moral compass. Further, no amount of religion absolves one from acting like a douchebag the other 6 days of the week when one turns around and continues to perpetuate the behavior the following week.
4:15 pm on Tuesday, August 7, 2012
Tim: "I wonder what the gay hate mongering Pope thinks of this. Actually no, I don't wonder :)"
Tim 3 minutes later : "its nice that she's invoking the "golden" rule of treating others as you'd want to be treated. Seriously, if Americans did that, we'd be much better off for it."
It will be fun to watch this thread.....to read the hypocrisy of the religious bigots.
4:32 pm on Tuesday, August 7, 2012
Take your own advice Tim and treat others as you would have them treat you. "we'd be much better off for it."
steve James
10:37 pm on Tuesday, August 7, 2012
Well thers another group of people the German pope must dislike
Possilbly because 2 of its 3 major branches - most support equal marriage rights.
8:37 am on Wednesday, August 8, 2012
Joe: I support gay marriage, and as a former Catholic, I find this outstanding.
J Keatts
4:12 pm on Tuesday, August 7, 2012
Good article, Adam. Who the heck is doing Ms. Kathleen's hair these days? Her Hair Cuttery must have abruptly closed.
4:30 pm on Tuesday, August 7, 2012
Wow, isn't she courageous to take a stand like that? She should run for Governor. Oh, right. Anyhow, first off, I don't care who or what you marry… but… I'm left to make some observations.
1. We shouldn't deprive anyone the thrill of a hotly contested divorce.
2. We shouldn't confuse KKT's brand of Catholic (i.e. the Christmas and Easter attendee who's wondering to sit or kneel and looking around for a clue) with someone that actually follows the teachings of the church.
3. If she and others find themselves at such odds with the Catholic Church, why don't they simply find another? The Catholic Church can't be the only one that preaches "the values of love and justice". It smacks of simple defiance for the sake of attention and I would invite them to convert to Islam and tell that organization how they want it to behave.
4:35 pm on Tuesday, August 7, 2012
The Kennedy's and Pelosi's are the same kind of Catholics. Only Catholic on Sunday and when talking to the Priests. Otherwise they are disgraceful slime. From rape to murder to drug addicts.
steve James
10:56 pm on Tuesday, August 7, 2012
Catholic Teachings over a Milena were that the Jews killed Christ
Well that led to that bad place with the sign over the gate - Arbeit Macht Frei
the guy who ran the program to purify the aryan race was btw catholic,as were most of his other top level pals. He was finally found in Argentina and hanged in Israel in 1962.
BTW the head of the FRC hate group - Mr. Perkins - heres a pix of him with some interesting flags and a story iine. he's not cath, He is an evangelical xtian - the culture that justified slavery as per the bible and gave us segregation and the KKK
And also justified bans on inter-racial marriage by those religious leaders claiming they were protecting the sanctity of the white race.
Same old..............
BTW the catholic church is going nuts. Half or Western Europe has gay marriage under civil law. the other half has CUs.
France once solidly catholic, now has committed to have marriage equality under law for gay people by the end of the year.
Here's the link
Ireland - the most catholic country in the world , 73% of the people support the idea of allowing marriage equality under ciivl law for our gay friends and neighbors and family
Mark Patro
7:39 am on Wednesday, August 8, 2012
Kennedy and Pelosi and O'Malley (might as well through him in there) are Catholics who use their own conscience as a moral compass. I don't here any of them spewing the nastiness that "Joe" is spewing. These conversations would have more meaning if we all behave as if we were face to face rather than sitting isolated at home behind a pseudonym...
9:30 am on Wednesday, August 8, 2012
Very nice observations by Amazed. Absolutely correct on all points. I assume KKT believes that the public will nod their collective heads in agreement because she used to be (well sort of was) a politician in this state. I'm surprised her signs never read Kathleen KENNEDY Townsend for Gov with the KENNEDY in blinking red, white, and blue LEDs. Gee I'm so glad that she has an opinion. I wonder what else KKT thinks about? I hope she tells us at her next news conference.
4:37 pm on Tuesday, August 7, 2012
Does Kennedy support Islam in the US? How do they feel about homosexuals? Remember when Ahmadinejad said at the UN Iran has no homosexuals? He was right. He didn't lie. They are killed in Iran. We KNOW Obama supports Islam in all it's forms. How can anyone who supports Islam also stand with homosexuals?
5:40 pm on Tuesday, August 7, 2012
Joe the Piglet has arrived. That is actually a good thing, so all can see his racist, bigoted ways attempting to hide behind religion. You make them "proud". Keep up the good work.
5:48 pm on Tuesday, August 7, 2012
I am really sorry FIFI and Biller, I can't make your meeting of neo-Nazi's and FIFI bigots. I thought you got my note. You will have to run the meeting without me. I did pick up your hood and sheets at the dry cleaners for you both. I left them where you keep your nooses in the meeting room right behind your Nazi flag and hate literature for your neighborhood canvassing this weekend. I did love your tribute to Jared Loughner and James Holmes you both wrote, how touching of you thoughtful people. Enjoy your meeting and your buggering.
5:55 pm on Tuesday, August 7, 2012
Sorry Joe the piglet part of the swine family. When you roll around in the pig sty you come up smelling the same as your waste. Keep writing, all see you, I'll let them judge.
steve James
11:10 pm on Tuesday, August 7, 2012
Joe If i were you I'd shut up before the guys with the strait jackets come.
Here you are calling to kill gays by supporting exactly what Iran does. and btw what hitler did to gays, an estimated 90000.
, to pro or anti ......................the extremists of the westboro baptist church are now more active, using various names such as a belinda somthingor other, and :mary waterton., and most likely our commentator Joe. The Westbor people are btw the same sociopaths who celebrate happily at the funerals of our soldiers defending us from Islam, madmen
Heres another group of evangelist extremists and the info on its leader Mr. Perkins and its founder George Rekers
also note the 3rd name on the list above - Minister Ted Haggard - he was totally against gays in general
For him the old saying holds - Methinks the lady doth protest too much.
7:53 am on Wednesday, August 8, 2012
Steve James, you sir are the Harry Reid here. How you can say I called for the killing of homosexuals is insane and the straight jacket belongs to you sir. I only stated the facts and nothing more. Why you feel homosexuals should be killed like they are in Iran is bizarre. Islamists are killing Christians daily and homosexuals at will and you arrogant bastards say nothing except to accuse a fellow American of that desire which say far more about you that we need to know.
It is you and yours who act like radical Islamists in your vile hate for others who disagree with you. Now go back to your KKK meeting and your NAMBLA members are waiting for your words of wisdom.
See how easy it is to be you?
7:55 am on Wednesday, August 8, 2012
FIFI, I saw your picture here. I know its you on very good information.
7:57 am on Wednesday, August 8, 2012
FIFI is the expert in rolling in his own feces. He even enjoys his place int he sex offender listing as a badge of honor. His NAMBLA friends gave him a plaque for his exploits of young boys.
8:01 am on Wednesday, August 8, 2012
Here is Steve James. He knows so much about Westboro Baptist Church I figured he was a plant form them here stirring things up.
He is on their website for all to see. Hey Steve, watch what you say because your Pastor may have some words for you.
Why do you belong to a group Steve James who has a site like this?
Leslie Schildgen
4:46 pm on Tuesday, August 7, 2012
Tim: I'm glad to see a Catholic come out publicly and support gay marriage. Whenever I am around other Catholic and express my support on the subject people say stuff to me like, you are Catholic aren't you . . . like I can't be Catholic if I don't support gay marriage. I feel like I've been in the closet with this view amongst my fellow Catholics.
Arbutus Town Crier
6:24 pm on Tuesday, August 7, 2012
The Catholic Monarch of that country has always supported them over the centuries,
along with the one in his shadow the General.
steve James
11:15 pm on Tuesday, August 7, 2012
llewslie schildgen - you can prob find the polls somewhere with google but they do show that catholics in general support gay CIVIL marriage by about 50%. YOunger catholics who know gay people and realize they are good people and suffer terribly at the hands of bad bad people support marriage Civil euality by 70%
And Ireland, the most catholic country in the world - they must be tired of the popes ranting against another part of Gods creation. 73 % of them support marriage equality.
Leslie Schildgen
4:50 pm on Tuesday, August 7, 2012
RK, I care. . . as a Catholic in support of gay marriage I feel like an outsider on this issue and keep it to myself at church. I'm glad a recognizable Catholic has come out publicly on the subject. Maybe a lot of other Catholics will feel comfortable in support of the gay marriage and can talk openly at church and away from church.
charles richardson
5:20 pm on Tuesday, August 7, 2012
Harry Callahan, what a disgraceful comment. Please stop posting if that's the best you can do.
charles richardson
5:38 pm on Tuesday, August 7, 2012
Harry, your comment has me really concerned. You really need help if that's what you believe. KKT may not have been a great politician, her views may has disagreed with yours but if the difference is MTV and letting children watch it,in elementary school, I don't think one person on this site would agree with your position. In fact any parent on this site would absolutely take her stance over hers. I wish your child good luck, with a parent such as you she'll need it.
5:49 pm on Tuesday, August 7, 2012
Leslie, you are most certainly not the only one. I am a Catholic. I regularly attend Mass and try to live by the values that I believe being Catholic carries. I do not walk around with my Bible in my hands, or spouting off about the way I think others should live their lives, as I prefer to live by the words of one of my favorite songs from the Church of my youth, "And they'll know you are Christian by your love." I believe in many of the basic tenets of the Catholic Church, with a few exceptions- marriage rights for the homosexual community being one of them. I was not raised to blindly believe everything I am told because someone in a robe with a fancy hat told me to. To me, that sounds more like a cult than a faith. I can believe in the faith, without always agreeing with the policy.
Arbutus Town Crier
6:49 pm on Tuesday, August 7, 2012
Stacy you are right on subject and a American Catholic that being free to govern your own thoughts and actions. Bless you!
Nakon Ebrez
10:56 pm on Tuesday, August 7, 2012
Ya either believe the word of God or you're in denial. 'Choose this day Whom you will serve, but as for me and my household, we will serve the Lord.'
steve James
11:20 pm on Tuesday, August 7, 2012
STAcy - its time for the lay people to take control of the church from the Pope. He's also investigating the nuns for doing good works like feeding the poor and healing / helping the sick. Your prob aware of the issue re LCRW
Stand proud. A catholic neighbor of mine is like you = she supports social justice for all, and is horrified at what the pope is doing / saying.
10:11 am on Wednesday, August 8, 2012
Nakon, I do believe in the Bible, and my house certainly serves the Lord! It is a wonderful book, written for its time. Why is it that everyone that uses the Bible to justify their bigotry forgets the one simple passage from Matthew: "Judge not, lest ye be not judged."?
Using the Bible as a strict guide, we should not touch pigs, I should not be allowed to speak, my husband should control all aspects of my life, we should turn the other cheek, yet take an eye for an eye (which is completely contradictory). If you claim that you are using the Bible as the strict guideline for right and wrong, shouldn't that mean the WHOLE Bible, not just the convenient parts?
charles richardson
6:38 pm on Tuesday, August 7, 2012
She happens to be a very public (or was ) figure, as any child of the Kennedys would be. She also happens to be catholic. She is lending her voice, as her father and her uncles did to an issue she believes in. The better question would be who cares what Roxane thinks, or even if she does.
Biller's Bikes
9:22 pm on Tuesday, August 7, 2012
Her uncle was the first Catholic president of the United States and took a very public and courageous stand of independence from the Vatican. Her pronouncement echoes her uncle's stance; whether you like her or not her position shows courage and a great respect for her church, her party, her legacy and human rights.
11:08 pm on Tuesday, August 7, 2012
What "courageous stand of independence from the Vatican" did JFK take? I am too young to know. Please enlighten me, I'd appreciate it. Thanks.
M. Sullivan
9:32 am on Wednesday, August 8, 2012
I guess the "courageous stand of independence from the Vatican" that Kennedy took was involving all his extramarital dealings. LOL!
Arbutus Town Crier
11:34 pm on Wednesday, August 8, 2012
"For we are opposed around the world by a monolithic and ruthless conspiracy that relies primarily on covert means for expanding its sphere of influence--on infiltration instead of invasion, on subversion instead of elections, on intimidation instead of free choice, on guerrillas by night instead of armies by day. It is a system which has conscripted vast human and material resources into the building of a tightly knit, highly efficient machine that combines military, diplomatic, intelligence, economic, scientific and political operations. Its preparations are concealed, not published. Its mistakes are buried not headlined. Its dissenters are silenced, not praised. No expenditure is questioned, no rumor is printed, no secret is revealed." John F. Kennedy's secret society speech on April 27, 1961 independence from the Vatican JKF had to separate himself from the Holy Roman Empire, the country Vatican POPE , Military Black Pope hates Free Speech and the AMERICAN Catholic that freely think and ask questions. The truth is 4th of July is Independence from the holy Roman Empire which ruled King George iii. Quotes About the Jesuit Order ("Society of Jesus") From Famous People
http://www.scribd.com/doc/30408550/Quotes-About-the-Jesuit-Order-From-Famous-People I have met and can still contact people who lived thru WW2 become catholic or die! JS hated the freemasonry Freethinkers and was to be eliminated before the Jews. Remember the Catonsville 9? The JFK speech seal his fate
Kathleen Anne Hall Lapchak
11:51 pm on Tuesday, August 7, 2012
I have been reading this thread, and I have to say I'm sad. I'm Catholic, I'm proud of my Church, and I could care less what KKT has to say. As for the rest of you, SHAME ! I would not down another's religion to make my point of view valid. Stay out of Catholiscm if you don't like it's beliefs, stop calling the Pope names to make yourself feel superior. If Catholics don't want to support gay marriage, it's their concern. Vote the way you need to vote, but don't down others with petty name calling when you don't agree with them. Most Catholics are sick of being aligned with the Kennedys and Pelosi, and Kathleen Sebelious. Please find another way to argue your point, PLEASE.
8:45 am on Wednesday, August 8, 2012
Kathleen: It's not name calling/slander (or, in this case, libel) if it's fact
Want me to dig up some quotes from your Pope? Cause I could do that. Here's one:
He told diplomats from nearly 180 countries that the education of children needed proper "settings" and that "pride of place goes to the family, based on the marriage of a man and a woman."
"This is not a simple social convention, but rather the fundamental cell of every society. Consequently, policies which undermine the family threaten human dignity and the future of humanity itself,"
So there we have your Pope suggesting that gay marriage is a threat to humanity itself.
Here's another:
"Although the particular inclination of the homosexual person is not a sin, it is more or less strong tendency ordered to an intrinsic moral evil, and thus the inclination itself must be seen as an objective disorder."
'more or less' an intrinisic moral evil. Glad he's so certain of things, rofl.
Nice hatemongering.
Leslie Schildgen
9:28 am on Wednesday, August 8, 2012
Stacey. . . well said. . . I totally feel the same way. Thanks.
Arbutus Town Crier
12:37 pm on Wednesday, August 8, 2012
The Catholic Monarch of that country has always supported them over the centuries,
along with the one in his shadow the General.The Superior General is invested with extraordinary power over the members of the Society, higher than the power given to a bishop over the clergy and lay people of a diocese. this is NOT about faith! its about the Country not ur faith, why did they buy Encyclopedia Britannica? They want their history past and present erased. They disagree with Vatican country's historians and change actual facts. How powerful and shameless clerical forces castrated a famous work of reference click here http://www.reformation.org/lies-of-encyclopeida-britannica.html
Keep the Faith, don't believe me! do research Then ask your priest after ur research
Never Confuse Education with Intelligence
Laura Jackson
9:31 am on Wednesday, August 8, 2012
The article stated: The Archdiocese of Baltimore emailed a statement from Mary Ellen Russell, executive director of the Maryland Catholic Conference, saying the church will not be swayed by polls, and claimed those who oppose same-sex marriage are subject to "intolerance and intimidation." Really? If you oppose same-sex marriage, you will be subject to "intolerance and intimidation." So, I am supposed to forget what I have learned from the Holy Bible (the word of God) and support gay marriage? Sorry, I cannot do that. I have nothing against gay people. I believe people are entitled to make whatever choice they want. However, I live my life (not according to THIS world), but according to the word of God. And, the Bible talks about sexual immorality as being a sin. I realize that nobody is perfect and we are all born sinners; however, God created women to be partnered with men. As they say, "Adam and Eve; not Adam and Steve." If you choose to be gay, that's your right as a human being. However, I choose to please the Lord and still believe that marriage should be between men and women. So, if that makes me an "outcast" in THIS world, then so be it. However, I know that I stand by the word of God on this one. And, I'm very much opposed to any sort of sexual immorality. So, I say, "let everyone live his/her own life." God is the ultimate judge in the end. If God disapproves of homosexuality, He will judge those accordingly.
Laura Jackson
9:38 am on Wednesday, August 8, 2012
For the record, I DO have friends that are gay. I never try to tell them how they should live their lives. Each person is created by God and is given free choice. Again, each and every person will one day stand before God and have to give an account for his/her own life. So, let go and let God. I try to live my life according to God's word and according to His will. But, I WAS insulted by the article when it said that those who "oppose" gay marriage will be subject to intolerance and intimidation." So, I am supposed to change MY beliefs to make others happy? No thank you. I would much rather please my Lord and Savior. It sounds as if those who believe in the word of God will be punished. If that's the case, then I'll be first in line. Just as Jesus died for me, I would be just as willing to die for Him. The Bible is the first to say that anyone who is persecuted for His namesake shall surely be put to death. So, persecute on. I AM a Christian; and nobody can do or say ANYTHING to ever change that. Again, let go and let God. God is to judge us all! Until such time, I pray that everyone could just live in peace and harmony and not be persecuted no matter WHAT your beliefs may be.
Arbutus Town Crier
11:21 am on Wednesday, August 8, 2012
Laura Jackson you are correct, my information is history only, no quotes from the Book. but please read this article has nothing to do with religion but the debate practice and is throughout the patch. you will be enlightened on the comments on here or on every subject then you can see right thru these people. "name callers" etc.......Never Confuse Education with Intelligence
4:09 pm on Wednesday, August 8, 2012
But, Laura, if you don't "try to tell [gay and lesbian people] how they should live their lives," then why are you trying to deny them the right to have their relationship legally recognized?
You said, "I WAS insulted by the article when it said that those who "oppose" gay marriage will be subject to intolerance and intimidation." No, those who oppose marriage equality won't be subject to intolerance or intimidation. The article states that a representative of the Archdiocese CLAIMS that this will happen. She offers no proof, and indeed, I see no evidence anywhere that this is happening.
Nobody will force you or your pastor to accept a gay marriage as valid in the eyes of your faith. The Marriage Equality Act is specifically written to allow clergy to refuse to perform such weddings. Gays and lesbians are simply asking for the right to live their lives with the partner of their choice and enjoy the legal rights that my husband and I (and your husband and you, if you're married) enjoy.
9:39 am on Wednesday, August 8, 2012
The Episcopalians support same sex marriage. Do you think they live their lives by the words of a different God?
Laura Jackson
10:02 am on Wednesday, August 8, 2012
Sorry, Steve. I do not know anything about the Episcopalian religion. I am a Methodist, myself. And, there are not "different" Gods. There is only ONE GOD. That is a fact. And, again--I live my life according to what is stated in the HOLY BIBLE (which IS the word of God). Here is what is said about "homosexuality" in the Bible:
1 Corinthians 6:9-10 - "Do you not know that the wicked will not inherit the kingdom of God? Do not be deceived: Neither the sexually immoral nor idolaters nor adulterers nor male prostitutes nor homosexual offenders nor thieves nor the greedy nor drunkards nor slanderers nor swindlers will inherit the kingdom of God." (NIV).
This is not to say that God will not allow "gay" people into Heaven. But, I DO believe that ALL sorts of sexual immorality IS sin. And, so--these types of sin will have to be judged by God (our ONE and ONLY God); not by me. I was simply stating that it is wrong for the Catholic Church to say that ALL people who OPPOSE same-sex marriage will be subject to "intolerance and intimidation." So, I suppose I am "intolerant" according to her statement. As for being intimidated, nope. I am in no way "intimidated" because of my beliefs. I consider the Bible almost as a "GPS" for my life. And, if I want to get where I WANT to go, I need to follow the words of God. Contrary to what many believe, including the President, there are NOT many "pathways" to Heaven. There's only ONE; and ALL Christians know of John 3:16.
1:00 pm on Wednesday, August 8, 2012
"There is only ONE GOD. That is a fact". I think you were very close to the actual total, +/- 1 maybe?
Leslie Schildgen
10:10 am on Wednesday, August 8, 2012
Laura: I think you would change your mind and be more tolerant if your brother were gay and you saw first hand how he suffered. God did not create man to make him suffer at the hands of others because of his sexuality. You are born with preference of sex. Not a choice. :)
10:15 am on Wednesday, August 8, 2012
"Neither the sexually immoral nor idolaters nor adulterers nor male prostitutes nor homosexual offenders nor thieves nor the greedy nor drunkards nor slanderers nor swindlers will inherit the kingdom of God."
Welp, there goes Newt Gingrich.
Laura Jackson
10:19 am on Wednesday, August 8, 2012
Arbutus Town Crier: What do you mean that this has nothing to do with our faith? I'm slightly confused by your last comment. Are you saying that the Encyclopedia Brittanica is more important than the Holy Bible? You may think so; however, I do not. And, while the Encyclopedia Brittanica gives great facts about our history, it is compiled and written by man. God did not create the Encyclopedia. He only created the people who contributed to the writings of it. But, the Holy Bible WAS, IS, and will ALWAYS be the only book with the actual word of God. So, is it better to be intelligent by studying the Encyclopedia and not be saved; or to be "ignorant" (which is what I think you were attempting to say) by studying the Bible and to be saved? I don't know about any of you; however, I will choose the latter of the two. There is nothing ignorant about studying the Bible, and choosing to follow God's will for our lives. That's why Jesus was sent here by God--to set an "example" for us. Although Jesus was the only person to ever have walked this Earth completely blameless and without sin, it is still my goal to follow as closely as I can to Him. I'm not telling anyone in here how they should feel on the matter or what they should do. I am only stating what I will do. While history has changed over the years, one thing has ALWAYS remained the same. Jesus is the same yesterday, today, and forever. That, my friends, will NEVER change. May God bless everyone!
Arbutus Town Crier
12:28 pm on Wednesday, August 8, 2012
Encyclopedia Brittanica was bought by the country of the Vatican to remove there History, Its not religion I'm talking about Its history! great facts about our history, Yes but why change history by a religion? I'm NOT questioning YOUR FAITH! I never said such a thing for you to rant religion I don't tell anyone what to believe, You said " That God and is given free choice" Trust man or God?
"which is what I think you were attempting to say"? I didn't say anything about religious faith and/or text quotes as you did. I disagree with Monarch's, Kings, and Dictators and there history of corruption . Laura Jackson has the right view "in my personal opinion but Laura I have to disagree with you partly about people are born "gay." I have to say 50/50% on that subject some are influenced to go to that life style. the other 50% genetics (percentages may very, LOL) science tells us cancer runs thru families physical deformities, depression, My conclusion by common sense, and reasoning. something to think about.
Concerned Mom
12:50 pm on Wednesday, August 8, 2012
Laura- the bible was written by people- a long time ago- who were much less evolved than we are now. If the people of that time knew what we know now- the bible would read much differently. Surely you have to be smart enough to know that!
Laura Jackson
10:35 am on Wednesday, August 8, 2012
Stacey: You think the Bible is a "wonderful book for its time"? That's horrible to say. The Bible is TIMELESS. The word of God is the same--ALWAYS. And, the things that you mentioned in the Bible are called "parables." Jesus spoke a lot in parables. An eye for an eye, doing everything your husband asks, etc. All parables. I do believe wives should be submissive to their husbands (to a point). If your husband were to ask you to do something against God's word, that would be wrong. And, Leslie--I know you and I are friends and have talked quite a bit--I have to say you are wrong. If my brother (if I had one, which I don't) were "gay," I would NOT be any more "tolerant" of his decision. No person can persuade me to think any differently about the matter. Some people believe that people are born "gay." I personally do not believe that. I believe it's a choice. God gave each of us a mind and free choice to do as we please in life. Although, it's His WILL for our lives to follow in the footsteps of His son, Jesus Christ. I know that's impossible for any of us to do; but, we can do our best. BTW--this doesn't change how I feel about you, Leslie. We differ in opinions here. That's okay. It's okay for people to agree to disagree. Hugs to you. Not a "lesbian-type" hug, now. Just want to get that "straight." LOL. (Joking now). Think this subject needs to lighten up just a bit. :-D
12:15 pm on Wednesday, August 8, 2012
I think you may misunderstand me. Please do not presume to teach me the Bible. The 'eye for an eye' and the wife's submission that I mention were not, in fact, from the parables of Christ, but from the Old Testament (Exodus) and the Epistles (Ephesians). What I am saying is that the Bible was written a long time ago. Some of the things mentioned are simply not relevant- such as touching the skin of a pig (Leviticus) or braiding your hair (1 Tim 2:9-10). The SPIRIT of the book, however, remains the same. I am simply saying that taking a book written thousands of years ago that includes the beliefs of that time, and trying to use it literally to be your Moral Compass is, in my opinion, against the very nature of the book itself. (For that, please see John 15:12 and the verse I previously mentioned from Matthew.)
As for submitting to my husband: of course I would not do anything that my husband requested that I felt was immoral or against God's law. What the verse that I am quoting says is, "Wives, submit to your husbands, as unto the Lord." (Ephesians) While I do give my complete heart to my husband, I do not think that I should submit to him, as I do to the Lord. I give him my love, my loyalty and my support. As I said, I follow the SPIRIT of the verse, while not a literal interpretation, as I also expect to be treated as an equal in my marriage, which is something a woman in Biblical days would never have dreamed of.
Laura Jackson
10:41 am on Wednesday, August 8, 2012
Steve--LOL about Newt Gingrich. But, technically, we would ALL be doomed to go to Hell if it weren't by the grace of God and by the blood of Jesus Christ. It's through the blood of Jesus that cleanses us of our sins (if we believe). And, of course, we're supposed to "repent" for our sins (which means ask for forgiveness and to refrain from that particular sin again). While we may slip up here and there, I believe KNOWINGLY sinning against what God wants for us is wrong. Again, I am not claiming to be perfect. I'm far from it! But, one thing I do know--I am saved (which is a good thing, since I believe the second coming of Christ is very near). And, while some say I have a "death wish," I tell them this: If you are a Christian, you should look FORWARD to His Second Coming! That's not a "death wish" at all; but, an "Eternal Life" wish! :D
Leslie Schildgen
11:10 am on Wednesday, August 8, 2012
Laura: Do you think someone kidnapped Kathleen Townsend, gave her cigarettes and food, went to Walmart and then made her say what she said
12:54 pm on Wednesday, August 8, 2012
You left out, "then put her on a bus and sent her to White Marsh".
Laura Jackson
1:42 pm on Wednesday, August 8, 2012
WOW! I am shocked that everyone here is "persecuting" me for MY beliefs. Stacey--sorry; but, you will NEVER convince me that God accepts homosexuality or approves of it. Also, I am NOT attempting to teach you about the interpretations of the Bible. Everyone has their own interpretations of it. So, you can believe all you want that being "gay" is fine with God and accept same-sex marriage. However, if that were the case, why did God create two different sexes? Why not just one? And, to the Concerned Mom--I am concerned about your way of thinking--that the Bible was written by men "less evolved" than we are. Less evolved? Sorry--but I do not believe in the theory of evolution. We did NOT evolve from apes. Well--I'll be a monkey's uncle! LOL. And, if the Bible WERE written today (as you said), it would STILL be the same. God does not change; nor does His perception of His creation and how He wanted it to be. Therefore, His words would be the same. I'm sorry you don't believe that the Bible IS the word of God (written by men--yes). But, those who actually heard from God (Himself). After all, Jesus IS Lord (hence, the Holy Trinity). As for you, FIFA--I really do feel sorry for you if you do not believe that God exists. However, you will find out the truth one day for yourself. And, yeah--Leslie--that's a good possibility--perhaps KKT WAS kidnapped and forced to say those things. I suppose we'll never know. ;D
2:04 pm on Wednesday, August 8, 2012
I apologize if my post was taken as a 'persecution'. I was merely defending MY beliefs, as I felt a bit attacked in your original reply to my post. I was not trying to convince you either way, as your beliefs, and your reasons for them, are your own, and you have every right to have them. I was merely pointing out that your statement that my references were from parables was incorrect and explaining my reasons for that.
I think you used the best statement about the Bible in your post above: Everyone has their own interpretations of it. I will continue to believe as I do, and you can believe as you do. If you do not want a same-sex marriage, don't have one. Just remember that God also said not to judge others in the same Bible. It is not our task on earth to decide who is living righteously. That task is His.
Laura Jackson
1:55 pm on Wednesday, August 8, 2012
Oh--and if you all would like to really put me down for not believing in same-sex marriage, you might also want to put me down for not believing in abortion! Because, children are gifts from God. And, yes--it really disturbs me that abortion is legal (and, in some States, even up until the 8th month of pregnancy--as reported by Jay Sekulow). And, the newest news--Obama now wants your tax dollars to help FUND abortions (calling it an abortion "surcharge"). How is THAT? Now, I am supposed to go against what I believe in (to pay for others to have abortions)? No. I draw the line there. Well, the President DID, in fact, promise us "change." And, he certainly DID live up to his promise. Didn't he? He also mocked "Heaven," laughed about it when questioned, and said the Bible should be "revised." Really? Sorry, Pres. "O." Isn't that why the Bible says it is a SIN (an abomination of God) to ADD or DELETE anything from the Bible. Yet, he calls himself a Christian--one, who also publicly said that there are many pathways to Heaven? Many pathways? Not according to the Holy Bible! Sorry folks. But, I figured if you wanted to put me down for being "intolerant," you might as well have some more things to put me down about. Yep--I'm sorry to tell you that I'm against gay marriage as well as aborting an innocent child.
2:16 pm on Wednesday, August 8, 2012
Sorry to disappoint you on that one, Laura, but we have points of agreement there. While I know that abortion would never be something that I would choose, I do not think that should be legislated, and I do not think my personal beliefs should be used to form the law. However, I do agree that public funding should NEVER be used for the purpose.
And, for the record, I never attacked you for your beliefs. I was simply explaining mine, in a defensive manner, after I felt a bit attacked. I never once called you out for what you think or believe. Can you say the same?
Leslie Schildgen
2:06 pm on Wednesday, August 8, 2012
Laura: I have to say you certainly are a woman who stands up for what she believes. Especially that Vi was not kidnapped. :)
Leslie Schildgen
2:07 pm on Wednesday, August 8, 2012
Hey unhappie grannie. . . what do you think about Catholics coming out of the closet to support gay marriage?
Laura Jackson
2:43 pm on Wednesday, August 8, 2012
I couldn't agree with you more, Stacey. If you will remember in one of my earliest posts, I said I was simply stating MY beliefs. I also said that it is not my place to judge anyone for their beliefs. I did say that God was the only one to judge. So, we can agree to disagree on certain points. In fact, I don't try to shove MY beliefs down anyone's throats. I will attempt to preach the word to an Atheist (so as to "save" that person), which is why we are here in the first place; however, I would never judge another person. If you try to get another person to accept Jesus Christ as his/her Savior and they choose not to, then God will deal with that individual. Everything I have said has been based on my own personal religious beliefs (as you have done the same). So, we're good, Stacey. And, yes--I have to say something when laws are about to be dictated as to whether or not we have to fund abortions (when I do not agree with killing an innocent child). Some people believe people are not really "people" until they are born. I believe we are people from the moment of conception (as God, Himself, forms us in our mother's womb). So, to be clear--Stacey--we're not "fighting" with each other on this issue. We're merely stating our own beliefs (which is fine). Okay? And, Leslie--I do stand up for what I believe in. As for "unhappie grannie," I highly doubt she would come into a site about this topic. Perhaps she's unhappie for not being able to spell, "unhappy." LOL
2:49 pm on Wednesday, August 8, 2012
Agreed, Laura. That is part of what makes our country great: that we are all free to not only have our own beliefs and opinions, but that we are free to voice them.
And you made me giggle out loud with your last sentence. Too funny!
3:00 pm on Wednesday, August 8, 2012
She must be getting ready to run again for public office somewhere.................
Leslie Schildgen
3:08 pm on Wednesday, August 8, 2012
Oh, man, Terry. . . you are right. . . didn't even think of that. Of course that's what she's doing. I wonder if she'll run for governor
Laura Jackson
3:14 pm on Wednesday, August 8, 2012
Thanks, Stacey--glad I could make you laugh a little. LOL. I'm just glad that God (yes, God DOES exist FIFA--like it or not) graced me with a very good sense of humor. Excuse me, Stacey--while I say something to FIFA. FIFA--what do you mean I've been talking to snakes lately? Were you looking into my windows last night??? For the record, FIFA, I was NOT talking to a "snake" last night. I was just "extremely close" to my hubby last night. It was the least I could do since he took me out to dinner last night. But, shame on you for peeping! I wasn't doing much talking to that "snake." That snake DID spit a few times though. Okay--sorry y'all for the "twisted" humor. But, hey--FIFA needed to know the truth. :D
Laura Jackson
3:16 pm on Wednesday, August 8, 2012
BTW--FIFA--I will inform my husband that you thought he had a "snake" with him. I'm sure he will appreciate the "compliment." Tee hee!
9:17 pm on Wednesday, August 8, 2012
Does this mean kkt will not be eating at chick fil a, LOL. This woman is such a joke she is the only democrat who couldn't win in this leftist state in 40 years so I doubt she is much of an asset on this issue.
Laura Jackson
8:49 am on Thursday, August 9, 2012
Hello Dori. I'm sorry; but, if you go back and read the article again, you will see the following: The Archdiocese of Baltimore emailed a statement from Mary Ellen Russell, executive director of the Maryland Catholic Conference, saying the church will not be swayed by polls, and claimed those who oppose same-sex marriage are subject to "intolerance and intimidation."
See? The Executive Director of the Maryland Catholic Conference says that the Church will not be swayed by polls and, "CLAIMED THOSE WHO OPPOSE SAME-SEX MARRIAGE ARE SUBJECT TO 'INTOLERANCE AND INTIMIDATION.'" That was the line I was "insulted" by. I DO oppose same-sex marriage. So, this article says I am subject to "intolerance and intimidation." While I may be "intolerant," I am in no way intimidated by my beliefs. Again, I have "gay" friends. I do NOT tell them what they can and cannot do. I am NOT a minister. But, if I were, NO--I would NOT marry two people of the same sex. Who's the wife? Who's the husband? The Bible talks about marriage between two people (always referring to him/her; he/she; husband/wife). So, sorry, Dori. But, I am against two individuals of the same sex getting married. Suppose (just suppose) EVERYONE decided to do marry their own sex. The human race would end. Nobody would ever have children. When I said I will not tell gay people how to live their lives, I meant that; however, I will not go against my beliefs by voting that they can marry.
Laura Jackson
8:57 am on Thursday, August 9, 2012
Dori--just to make another "similar" point: I also oppose people getting abortions. While I cannot stop others from getting an abortion, I would NEVER vote (if given the opportunity) to legalize abortions; and I certainly will vote AGAINST the taxpayers having to FUND abortions (as the President wants to impose an abortion surcharge on the taxpayers). Just because I cannot tell people what they can or cannot do (mainly because it's none of my business), I do have the right as an American citizen to vote, or not vote, for anything I choose. If people in America could do WHATEVER they wanted to do, there'd be no need for a President; no need for Congress; no need for ANY Government whatsoever; and no need to ever vote on any issue. However, I believe if we had THAT much "freedom," we would be no different than, say, Iraq or Iran. Look at how they live! I often wonder if the people over there need to add "roadside bomb insurance" to their auto policies. Just a pondering thought of mine.
Laura Jackson
9:08 am on Thursday, August 9, 2012
Great point, amark! Honestly, if I were the owner of Chick-fil-A, I would take pictures of ALL the people who PROTESTED against me; then, I would continue opening restaurants all over the world (but have ALL of the protestor's pictures on the wall). And, if ANYONE of them came in to get something to eat, I would refuse to serve them. After all, the owner of any establishment has the right to refuse service to anyone he/she chooses. There! I said it! The owner of Chick-Fil-A has every right to voice his opinion. And, he has every right to close on Sundays (which has been another issue for many folks). My point: If you really hate Chick-Fil-A, then go and eat at McDonald's! It's just like the people who "complain" about what's on television. That kills me! If you do not like a particular show, then use that cute little invention (I believe it's called a remote control) and just change the channel. And, if you don't like ANYTHING that is on television, turn the darn thing off (or, better yet, don't buy one). ;D
5:19 pm on Thursday, August 9, 2012
Much to-do about nothing. No one will be swayed by this 'blog' one way or the other. What is intrinsically wrong is wrong today, tomorrow, ad "infinitum.". Polls can be slanted by those being polled, and by the pollster. KKT doesn't speak to My Catholic Faith, and never will, for "The smoke of satan has entered the Church" Pope Pius X. The Ballot Box will determine the outcome of this debate, and that's that!
Leslie Schildgen
9:49 am on Friday, August 10, 2012
Zoobie: You may be right about no one being swayed by this blog but this forum is a good instrument that stimulates conversation and helps us to understand each other's view.
Laura Jackson
10:28 am on Friday, August 10, 2012
So right! This "blog" will not change anyone's minds or their beliefs. It's just everyone expressing how they feel. It's interesting to see the comments anyway.
BTW--Zoobie, doobie, doo--where are you. . . .? Sorry, I just saw, "Zoobie" and now I can't get the Scooby, Dooby, Do song out of my head. Oh--and watch out for the "grammar police." Leslie and I have been caught before by them in here. Just a head's up, Zoobie. It's, "much ADO about nothing" and not "much to-do about nothing." Thought I'd tell you before the grammar police come in here. LOL.
7:28 am on Monday, August 13, 2012
If they want to get Married Let Them,just stop shoving it down our throats.Stop the Chic-Fil-a thing ,stop being Butt heads and stop acting like you're the only ones in the World with problems.If your Gay,your Gay!So What!!
Leslie Schildgen
8:54 am on Monday, August 13, 2012
Hey, Frank. . . is Darrell talking about throat rape?
Laura Jackson
9:31 am on Monday, August 13, 2012
Whoa, Darrell!!! Calm down there!! We are all in here expressing OUR opinions and OUR beliefs. It sounds as though you are quite "defensive" on the topic of gay marriage. If you choose to get married to another man, then go ahead. Do what you want to do. We are NOT shoving anything down your throat. If someone you know IS shoving something down your throat (or trying to), tell him you have a headache. Maybe he'll stop. LOL. As for Chick-fil-a, that company (the OWNER) has EVERY right in this world to voice his opinions! It's called Freedom of Speech. And, as the owner, he also has the right to CLOSE on Sundays for his religious beliefs. If you don't like "Chicken," then just do not eat there. You could always go to a Checkers and grab a "hot dog" or something. We're NOT being "butt heads," Darrell. Stop with the immature name-calling. And, why do you say, "Stop acting like you're the only ones in the World with problems." What does THAT statement have to do with the issue at hand? Nothing. And, you're right--if you're gay, you're gay. So what to those who are gay! If God doesn't like it (and I'm sure He does not--since it is a sexual sin), then those who choose this way of life will be judged by God one day. So stop being so defensive. Again--if someone is "shoving something down your throat," then just tell him to stop already. And, if he IS shoving something down your throat, I have to think he might just be "gay." :D
Laura Jackson
11:08 am on Monday, August 13, 2012
Couldn't help myself, Leslie. Hey--Darrell walked right into that one. And, I take absolutely NO responsibility for what comes out of my mouth. I, do, however, have TOTAL control about what goes INTO my mouth (or, especially, shoved down my throat). But, that's kind of "personal" now, isn't it?? Sorry; but, it IS God that gave me this "sense of humor." Too bad some people are way too serious in here, Leslie. LOL.
Leslie Schildgen
11:14 am on Monday, August 13, 2012
Darrell: The gays are always up in arms about this marriage issue because they are sick of being discriminated against. They want equal protection under the law which unfortunately is way too complicated to serve its practical purpose.
Laura Jackson
11:23 am on Monday, August 13, 2012
Leslie: Are you sure it's their "arms" that are always up? I thought it was some other part. I know; I know. Let me stop. :D
Laura Jackson
2:08 pm on Monday, August 13, 2012
No, Dadof2--there's nothing wrong with KKT refusing to allow her children to watch MTV. But, I think her morals and values need to be looked at; while she "disapproves" of MTV, she does "approve" of same-sex marriage. So, I suppose if any children are in her home, the television cannot be on MTV; however, if two people (adults) of the same sex happen to be kissing in front of those same children, that would be okay with her??? Gee--I've seen MTV, and I don't remember seeing anything as "perverted" as two people of the same sex doing anything. Perhaps I missed something; or watched the wrong videos. hmmm.
Leslie Schildgen
2:27 pm on Monday, August 13, 2012
Laura: Good point about KTT's non-acceptance of MTV but acceptance of gay marriage. I think KKT is going to run for governor and needs the gay vote. I hope I'm wrong thinking that her belief in gay marriage may not be genuine.
9:59 pm on Monday, August 20, 2012
Why do the gays insist on calling their unions marriage ? Do they really need to antagonize the other 95% of the population who's support they need ? I feel it is being done to incite people rather then reconcile their abnormal behavior. Something like when children want attention. That's my opinion and i think the majority of others too.
9:22 am on Wednesday, September 5, 2012
amount of gay people, driving so many of them into a closet of virtual segregation, and often living in a gay area to protect themselves..
Also the church, by attacking gay people / marriage equality does its share to make gay kids feel worthless, second class citizens. Accoridng to my nighbor, a psychologist, about 3000 gay kids commit suicide every year out of 8000 total kid suicides
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9:23 am on Wednesday, September 5, 2012
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11:02 am on Monday, September 10, 2012
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1:02 pm on Friday, September 21, 2012
Speaking of accidents of birth...if this dope had been born to regular folks she would have been laughed off the stage long, long ago. KKT for governor! Brendan Ayanbegayjo for Lt. Guv! By the way, how are her "Hispanish" lessons going?


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The CEO panel discussion concluded the second day of the Intersolar Europe 2012 and brought together four industry leaders, namely Dr. Peng Fang, CEO of JA Solar Holdings, Udo Möhrstedt, CEO of IBC Solar AG, Rafael Schröer, Managing Director of Kyocera Fineceramics, and Dr. Shawn Qu, Chairman, President and CEO of Canadian Solar. It was agreed among the panelists that crystalline silicon will continue to dominate the market in the years to come. Cell efficiency will further improve but be limited at a level below 25%.
Solarbuzz China: 2-Day PV Conference in Shanghai
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NPD Solarbuzz today announced it will host its inaugural Solarbuzz China PV Conference in Shanghai, China. This two-day event will take place 19-20 July 2012 at the Renaissance Shanghai Yangtze Hotel, and will provide insight and market data to help the PV supply chain develop business strategies.
German FiT, Asian Entrants Spell Trouble for Solar Leaders
04 May 2012POSTED IN Business News
Centrotherm and Wacker Chemie, leaders in the solar industry, both posted first quarter losses, reflecting the cuts in government incentives as well as the influx of lower-cost Asian products entering the market.
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02 May 2012POSTED IN Politics and Policy News
China's government recently issued a new Five-Year Plan for solar that provides for even greater government control and support of its industry, according to an analysis commissioned by the Coalition for American Solar Manufacturing (CASM).
IHS Reports Surplus Supply of Polysilicon Pressures Pricing
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An ongoing surplus in the production of polysilicon, the key raw material in the photovoltaic (PV) industry, will lead to excess supply, leading to further erosion in its pricing, according to an IHS iSuppli PV Perspectives Market Brief and the IHS iSuppli Polysilicon Price Index.
Polysilicon prices on both the spot market and in contract negotiations are set to decline in the coming months, according to the IHS.
Quasi-mono Silicon: The best of both worlds
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There was a time when the crystalline silicon solar cell industry could be separated neatly into two camps – multi-crystalline and monocrystalline. But today a new technology blurs those boundaries, but no one is quite sure what to call it: quasi-monocrystalline, nearly-mono, castmono, monocast. The fact is that it lies somewhere in between multi-crystalline and monocrystalline.
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26 March 2012POSTED IN Applications News
MEI, an Oregon-based manufacturing and service company, today announced it has made a process breakthrough to create ultra-pure electronic-grade polysilicon ideal for manufacturing high efficiency photovoltaic solar cells and semiconductors.
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ET Solar Group Corp. announced today the launch of its Moly PV module series at the Ecobuild 2012 exhibition currently in progress in London, UK.


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CALL FOR PAPERSInformation Governance across EuropeThe DLM Forum and the Croatian State Archives calls for proposals for papers to be presented at the Autumn Members' Meeting. The meeting will be held on the 15th and 16th of November 2012 at the Croatian State Archives in Zagreb, Croatia. ThemeThe theme of the meeting will be, Information Governance across Europe. Before submitting a paper members are invited to read the DLM Forum's Information Governance vision paper that was adopted at the spring AGM. You can download the vision document here. ObjectivesTopics may be related to any of the following:
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And here I am, busily working to transfer family movies from film to DVD! Finding a way to store records in the most modern format is the challenge for me. We have shifted our movies, originally taken in the 1940s, from 8 mm. film to videotape and now to DVD and YouTube.
I once worked in the Microforms Division (microfilm, microfiche, microcard) of a large university library. We all marveled back then (in the 1970s) that the entire main library would, if all on microfiche, fit into a single shoebox. Now, it could be stored digitally and accessible to all researchers everywhere.
Back to the Barbara Tunnels--I hope they have some microfilm readers stored in there as well!I think it's a great idea to transfer your home movies from film to digital. You'll have to stay on top of how the digital motion picture format evolves, but home movies on film are vulnerable.
What I like about the German approach is that they'll always have film to work from and that leaves their options open. Something even more miraculous than digital may lie ahead that we certainly can't envision now.


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Hail Merry Online Cookbook: Raw, Vegan & Gluten-Free Recipes
Hail Merry, the raw, vegan, and gluten-free snack and dessert company from Dallas Texas, is excited to announce their new HAIL MERRY RECIPES collection on Facebook- a free online cookbook of healthy inspiring recipes that taste delicious and will stand the test of time, no matter the next food trend. The Categories include: SALADS, APPETIZERS, SOUP, SIDE DISH, MAIN COURSE, DESSERT, BREAKFAST, LUNCH, DRINKS, RAW, VEGAN, and GLUTEN-FREE.
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DUNN — Mr. James Bradley Willard, 38, of 7456 Timothy Road, died on Friday, Oct. 19, 2012 at Cape Fear Valley Medical Center in Fayetteville.
The funeral will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 27, at Butler Funeral Home with Mr. Bryan Strickland officiating. Burial will follow at the Roseboro Cemetery.
Mr. Willard was born on Oct. 26, 1973 and was a native of Sampson County. He is preceded in death by his father, James Olen Willard; his maternal grandparents, W.C. and Hettie Benton; and his paternal grandparents, E.O. and Mary Willard. He worked as a carpenter.
He is survived by his mother, Debbie Benton White of the home; his sister, Christy Peterson and husband, Mike of Garland; one nephew, Dalton Hall of Dunn; two nieces, Kristy Cashwell of Garland and Ashley Singley of Roseboro; numerous aunts, uncles and cousins; and his special life-long friend, Mary Jean Dabbs of Garland.
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AMR Pilot Union Leader Resigns Suddenly
DALLAS (TheStreet) -- The president of the pilots union at bankrupt American (AAMRQ.PK) resigned suddenly, following the union's failure to ratify a tentative agreement he had backed.
In a letter to the members of the Allied Pilots Association, Bates wrote that he agreed to resign at the request of the union's executive committee.
"Although I believe that ratifying the tentative agreement would have been the best course for our pilot group, the majority of our pilots signaled their preference for taking a different path," Bates wrote. "Given these circumstances, I concluded that continuing to serve as your president was not in the interests of the pilots I have been charged with representing."
The tentative agreement would have given American's pilots a 13.5% equity stake in the restructured company. It was opposed by 61% of the pilots who voted.
The vote "throws the pilot contract back to the bankruptcy court and precedent suggests that AMR's pilots will get a worse deal when the judge rules next week," UBS analyst Kevin Crissey wrote in a report on Thursday.
Crissey said he does not think the vote reduces the chance of a merger between American and US Airways (LCC) , but it could slow the process.
US Airways "was in favor of AMR's pilots agreeing to the new contract to facilitate the standalone/merger comparison," Crissey wrote. "However, US Airways isn't importantly hurt by this vote against the contract as the vote can be seen as a vote of no confidence in AMR management by AMR pilots."
The rejection "makes it more challenging for AMR to emerge from bankruptcy standalone since creditors typically want labor under an agreed-to contract before receiving equity," he said.
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Recently guns have been used in killing shoppers in a mall. Guns have been used in killing students in school. Now we can expect "gun controllers" to demand that people give up their guns.
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2. Legitimately change the Constitution where it says that I can keep a gun.
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On Thursday October 4th, Burton and Grateful Dead Productions teamed up to unveil their new collaboration snowboard, the Easy Livin', at the Burton flagship store in Los Angeles. When Burton throws a party, they don't mess around. GDP's archivist David Lemieux was there, as was Burton rider Danny Davis. Danny was pretty crucial in getting these graphics put on this board, since this is the board that he rides.
The Burton store was decorated to the T with Grateful Dead memorabilia and artifacts. Burton also gave everyone that walked through the door a free Dead t-shirt, and CD. This party was tight. Since it was Grateful Dead themed they had a ton of munchies including grilled cheese sandwiches, oreos, candy, marshmallows, pretty much any type of snack you want to eat when you're stoned. They also had free booze, and you know what free booze attracts, hot chicks. Just check out the photos to get a better sense of the evening.
If you ever hear of a party that Burton's throwing, just go. It will be fun. We promise.