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Director Dawn Porter's Gideon's Army is summarized as follows: 3 young, idealistic public defenders in the Deep South - Travis Williams, Brandy Alexander and June Hardwick - struggle against long hours, low pay and staggering caseloads to ensure justice is served for America's forgotten poor.
There's a melancholy that runs through the entire documentary, as we get to know, quite intimately, 3 of the 15,000+ men and women public defenders in this country, as well as the many clients each represents. Despite the courtroom wins (obviously not all the time), the film paints a rather sobering portrait of the lives of these 3 young black women and man.
Over-worked (each representing dozens of clients at a single time), and underpaid, while also facing challenges maintaining steady, healthy relationships, and, in one particular case, a client who threatens to have his public defender killed if she doesn't win his case, as well as the constant urgency and anxiety from all the emotional peaks and valleys, one can't help but admire, although with some concern, the dedication and spunk with which they go about their seemingly unflattering, although vitally important jobs, representing primarily the poor and disenfranchised - speaking to the country's socioeconomic class divide.
So I can only applaud the recognition the film gives them, and believe it's very much warranted and even important, lest the world forget that they too need do be acknowledged and celebrated, especially with stats like this one from the New York Times, in 2010, which states that an estimated 80% of felony defendants in large states are too poor to hire their own lawyers.
And almost like superheroes, or saviors, public defenders carry much of that burden, which each tackles in their own individual way, all in the pursuit of upholding the ultimate importance and inviolability of human liberty.
But they are still very much human beings, with limits, so it should then make sense that a support group for public defenders exists; in fact, there's only one in the country, according to the film, which provides them with an opportunity to commiserate with one another, providing some respite from the challenging daily grind, but also to learn and be rejuvenated.
The minimalist, verite-style documentary is free of any embellishments - even a soundtrack, except for the occasional muted drone or beats. Director Porter simply documents the action, on camera, sans voiceover narration, or any visual gimmicks. She doesn't lead the audience nor insert herself into the picture, which I appreciated, as it could've lessened the impact audiences would experience of this rather cold, stark, all-consuming, even dangerous and potentially depressing world that the film's subjects exist in - both the public defenders and their primarily impoverished clients.
But the director wisely closes-out the film, countering the bleakness that consumes much of its running time, ending with a rousing, riveting, tear-inducing 15-minute finale, showcasing one of our public defenders (Brandy Alexander) at work in the courtroom, as she's able to, via her arguments, raise enough reasonable doubt in the minds of the jury, to win her client - a tattooed teen boy accused of armed robbery, facing a decade in prison without parole - "not guilty" verdicts on all counts.
It's a much-needed cathartic moment, especially for Ms Alexander, herself emotional, embracing her client and his family, suggesting a kind of familial recognition from both sides, which is understandable, given how much of herself she's willingly invested (at times acting as an ersatz therapist to her clients and their families, despite all the negatives associated with the work) in ensuring that this boy, who she believes has potential, is freed.
Moments like these must be necessary to provide some much needed balance, as well as reason and the requisite internal fire one would need to want to continue with the work.
Gideon's Army is a straightforward, eye-opening snapshot at the uncelebrated, but incredibly crucial work done by a relatively invisible population comprised of government employees.
As for the title, Gideon's Army, it finds its roots in the 1963 landmark case, Gideon v. Wainwright, that led to the law which states that all defendants are guaranteed an attorney in criminal proceedings. Gideon was charged with breaking into a bar and stealing money and beer. He argued at his arraignment that he could not properly defend himself, and that a system that puts an unqualified person against a trained attorney is fundamentally unfair. On appeal, the Supreme Court of the United States agreed. And the rest is history.
An HBO Documentary Films presentation, Gideon's Army is emotionally stirring, enlightening, and very much encouraged viewing.
Hannah | January 23, 2013 9:53 PM
This is a film that has been laboriously crafted - and its no surprise that Dawn has delivered a work that is as selfless and humble as she. This is movie represents the ugly underbelly of America and our justice system, and exposes the rampant racism and neglect for those most in need. Kudos to the subjects of this film and the people that brought it to light.
Jonathan Rapping | January 22, 2013 12:40 PM
I echo Alison's congratulations to Dawn Porter for documenting these unsung heroes. Having worked with the four public defenders (Travis, Brandy, June, and Brett) through Gideon's Promise (formerly the Southern Public Defender Training Center) and nearly two hundred others across the South, I know they are our generation's civil rights warriors. If we are to finally realize Gideon's promise, it will depend on our ability to groom a passionate, courageous community of public defenders like these to drive reform and force our system to live up to its democratic ideals. Way to Go Dawn and much love to our public defenders....Rap
Ava | January 22, 2013 12:35 PM
Thank you for keeping us informed of films such as these-- the subject matter may not adhere to the glitz of the usual film fare but it is very important work that these lawyers commit themselves to and no doubt deserves to be in the spotlight. Hopefully this film will reach more than just HBO's usual subscriber base. It would be great if PBS also got a chance to show this film as well, since not all of us subscribe to cable.
On a separate but slightly related note-- I'm glad that President Obama finally mentioned the poor (not just middle class) in his inaugural speech. I was beginning to wonder whether every politician was allergic to acknowledging the poverty that exists in the U.S.
Alison Rapping | January 22, 2013 11:49 AM
Congratulations to Dawn Porter, and her incredible, committed, and fun team at Trilogy Films. This movie was fantastic and moved me to tears. May be a bit bais, knowing everyone in the film. Although these young, zealous lawyers inspire and motivate me everyday. The framed picture of their Gideon's Promise (formally the Southern Public Defender Training Center) class sits on my office desk; and reminds me to work a bit harder, inspire just a little bit more, and practice empathy and compassion every day. So very proud of all of the people connected to this film and to Gideon's Promise, the organization that trains, supports and builds community for talented lawyers such as June, Brandy, Travis and Brett (also featured in the film). Kudos to Trilogy Films for a job very well done!


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GATLINBURG (WATE) - East Tennesseans may be enjoying the unseasonably warm weather, but with the official start of winter a little more than two weeks away, businesses like Ober Gatlinburg are worried.
With temperatures in the 70s in some places, it has not felt like the first week of December outside for many.And that's bad news for businesses like Ober Gatlinburg, who depend on cooler weather. This year's season is looking like it could be a repeat of last year's extremely mild winter.
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ABC's late night king Jimmy Kimmel enthusiastically proclaimed on his show recently, "Here with the Grammy-nominated song 'Love Bites...So Do I' is Halestorm."
The band bounced around the Kimmel stage with its trademark energy and zeal.
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Frange knew right away, back in 2000, and arranged our interview and a radio performance on the Late Afternoon Show with Bruce Bond. He is proud of Lzzy's success and amazed she's not been run over by it.
"She called me yesterday from LA," he said. "She's the same Elizabeth. She's not caught up in all this."
She's not exactly the same girl on the VHS tape. Her lyrics now are often too racy to say on television. We spoke with Hale who was in Los Angeles for Sunday's Grammy Awards.
Lzzy said with a laugh that she's grown up a lot in the past 13 years. Chasing the dream and 300 tour dates a year will do that to a girl.
She said behind the vampy outfits, onstage persona, and suggestive lyrics, there's still a bit of that vulnerable girl inside her. But then she added with a chuckle, "I love baring my teeth on stage and being obnoxiously loud."
Halestorm started in York County 16 years ago. Lzzy's brother Arejay is the drummer. They now reminisce about playing in York County churches and fairs. But Lzzy struggles when I ask her where home is now?
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Halestorm is clearly on a roll and Grammy or not has a lot to celebrate.
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Yagod, Jeffrey (1993) This strange mixture of conscience and egotism : Sir Launfal and the story of courtly romance. Masters thesis, Concordia University.
This thesis is an attempt to explain the popularity of medieval courtly romance, which was in my view not simply a prototypical and highly influential species of Western popular culture, but also a considerable force in Western Europe's evolution towards a liberal society in which there can be such a thing as "popular" culture, as we currently understand the term. As this thesis argues, the fundamental strategy of courtly romance (which, by inductive implication, can thus be accounted the reasons for the genre's success) is to situate the desires and means thereto of its characters on a moral, yet attainable, is middle ground--or "mainstream," thinking of this term in all its ethical and cultural connotations--between sinfulness and saintliness. This chivalric or courtly morality--part conscientious ideal and part egotistic ideology--seeks not to deny desire but simply to regulate and civilize it, resulting in tales accessible to an audience much wider than simply armed, male warriors. My reading of courtly romance begins with Sir Launfal, Thomas Chestre's Middle English verse narrative of the late fourteenth century, an "uncourtly" specimen of the genre well suited to pique and charm the tastes of twentieth century readers. Following this, my study shifts to the twelfth century, Old French romanciers--Chretien and Marie in particular--who more or less invented the genre. At end, I briefly examine how courtly romance, with especial reference to the realistic and parodic aspects of Sir Launfal, contained within it the seeds of the modern European novel.
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A New Demonstration Project for Children and Youth Exposed to Domestic Violence
Barbara Nissley, MHS Children's Program Specialist/Trainer
Nancy Durborow, Health Projects Manager
In October 2005, the Pennsylvania Coalition Against Domestic Violence (PCADV) was awarded a 3-year grant from the U.S. Department of Health and Human and Services for "A Demonstration Project for Enhanced Services for Children and Youth Exposed to Domestic Violence." The goal of this project is to expand the capacity of domestic violence advocates to more effectively identify and address the unique needs of children and adolescents exposed to intimate partner violence and to support the non-abusive parent's care giving capacity to build resiliency in children. The primary approach to accomplish this goal was to select five demonstration programs that would offer 12-week home or community-based services to victims who are mothers.
Children exposed to a batterer are impacted in different ways than adult victims of domestic violence and their healthy development is in jeopardy. Historically, domestic violence programs have focused their services, advocacy, and system change efforts on adult victims of domestic violence, assuming that if the abused parent is safe then the children will be safe. This practice does not address the reality of children who witness violence and their exposure to an abusive caregiver, or that their needs are separate from the adult. This practice also does not address or recognize that batterers interfere with the victim being the most effective parent she can and wants to be. Additionally, many victims first seek help regarding the safety of their children, and with concerns for the overall welfare and well being of their children. Intervention services that focus on strengthening the abused parent-child relationship are beneficial in addressing the trauma associated with a child's exposure to a batterer.
Our experiences of working with victims and their children have taught us that limited services, especially thirty days of shelter, don't always allow for time to meet the varied and pressing needs of mothers and children. Once families leave shelter, they may only contact the program when a crisis arises. Transportation, childcare, and even safety concerns may hamper a victim and her children from returning to the program for additional assistance. An advocate going to the family rather than the family coming to the domestic violence program site represents a shift in PCADV philosophy and service provision.
Additionally, many victims of domestic violence find themselves involved with the child welfare system. The PCADV has always sought out and listened to the voices of battered women as a foundation for its planning and work. In 2004, PCADV conducted focus groups with battered women who were involved with the children and youth system. Some of the outcomes included referrals by child welfare to generic parenting needs or that of their children. Battered women also requested more help for and with their children.
The activities of this demonstration project will serve to more effectively address the deficiencies identified by focus group participants and the knowledge gained from research findings. There are three components to the project: 12- week home/community-based service provided by five demonstration projects, intensive training for the demonstration programs and regional trainings for all advocates, and the development and distribution of written materials to programs. The aim of all of these activities is to help the non-abusive parent to better understand child development, age-appropriate behaviors, and the impact of exposure to domestic violence on children, and promote strategies to address the short-term and long term needs of their children. Because domestic violence program staff is being asked to develop new services that have not been previously offered, training and education are an essential priority of the grant. Trainings are focused on child development, the effects of trauma on children, and skill-building.
Five different programs were chosen as demonstration sites for the home/community-based service based on diversity of geography, services offered, type of program, populations served, program quality, and competency of the children's advocate. Each program will provide a 12- week, 2- hours per week home- or community-based visit to help mothers help their children.
In addition to trainings, curricula and books have been purchased for the demonstration projects. PCADV will be developing and providing educational materials for intervention with children, brochures or fact sheets on age appropriate behaviors and behaviors that reflect the impact of exposure to violence, curricula for support groups on understanding and addressing children's behaviors and needs, and family safety planning.
There are challenges in this grant work. Home- or community-based services and a focus on strengthening the mother-child relationship is both a philosophical and service paradigm shift for the programs. The long-term challenge will be the institutionalization of this philosophy and subsequent practice within all 62 PCADV programs, in particular the shift from services within the shelter or the program to a home- and community-based service. Additionally, on-going training will be a priority.
What have we learned? It is important to stay focused on the purpose--to help mothers understand their children's behaviors and needs and to develop strategies for mothers addressing these behaviors and needs. Advocates are accustomed to working with victims and children's needs separately. It requires a constant rethinking and refocusing on working with the mother to help her build resiliency in her children.
Advocates have reported that they realize that they really must "take their cues" from the battered woman when the service is in her home or community. This has become more apparent compared to the victim receiving services in our shelter settings and programs. In our programs, the victim is living within our system and adjusting to our practices. In the home or community, the advocate has been invited into day-to-day life.
The advocates are also recognizing that the mother and the child both have strengths that were not as apparent in the shelter setting in a time of crisis. Their focus on the children is clearer and participants have reported being excited and appreciative of the advocates coming to their home to help them with their children.
Project evaluation is being provided by Dr. Cris Sullivan, who has previously evaluated home-based domestic violence services. Evaluation will focus on both the experiences of the mother and of the children.
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Oh and if you are not familiar with twitter the @name is who it's directed at, not from.
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The San Francisco Giants will listen to offers this winter for third baseman Pablo Sandoval, reports Nick Cafardo of the Boston Globe.
The Giants seem to be tired of dealing with Sandoval's weight issues. San Francisco general manager Brian Sabean has told Sandoval that it's up to him whether he reports to spring training in shape, according to Cafardo.
Sandoval has been bothered by nagging injuries, failing to reach 600 plate appearances each of the past three years. He suffered a strained tendon in his left foot during the 2013 season, which led to outside discussion on whether his weight caused the injury. Henry Schulman of the San Francisco Chronicle penned an article criticizing the discussion, writing:
Common sense tells you that the more weight you carry, the greater the toll on your back and legs, whether you are an athlete or not. But to flat-out say this injury was caused by Sandoval's weight is just talk-radio folderol.
Sandoval had a productive 2013 season despite his weight fluctuation and injury issues, batting .278/.341/.417 over 584 plate appearances. He posted similar numbers in 2012, batting .283/.342/.447 for the Giants' World Series winning team.
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Part One of Five: Karl's fab 30-day beach body plan
Published 21/05/2013 | 05:00
Fitness expert Karl Henry shares his exclusive four-week fitness and diet guide. In Part One, he reveals the secret of success and the exercises and recipes that will help you meet your goals
Welcome to my 30-day beach body plan! It has been designed to get you into the best shape possible in four weeks, healthily and safely.
If you follow it, I can guarantee you that you will be leaner, firmer, healthier and have a flatter stomach just in time for that long-awaited holiday.
I will guide you through each day, one at a time, showing exactly what you need to eat and what exercise you should be doing. You will have shopping lists and six easy recipes each week. My plan is based on the low glycemic index, which means you eat all the food groups, just the right type of each. So white carbohydrates are out and brown carbs are in. The focus is on clean and healthy foods, ones that are wholesome, readily available and easy to cook.
From today until Thursday, I will give you a plan for each of the four weeks. On Friday, I'll show you how to maintain your motivation during the temptations of the summer.
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Follow the plan day by day and let me become your personal trainer over the next 30 days.
So what's your reason for starting this plan? I know that I've designed it to help you get in shape for your beach body. But what has stopped you from beginning a fitness regime of your own?
Take out a sheet of paper and write down all the possible reasons preventing you from embracing a healthier life. Leave it to one side for five minutes, then go back to it and highlight the top five reasons.
Now you finally have your explanation and this is the starting point, not just for the next month, but for the rest of your life. This is the key to motivating yourself and keeping yourself going on the days when things get tough.
Once you feel how good it is to be healthy, you'll want to embrace the feeling. And there is one treat day a week where you can indulge yourself because life is for living!
You can lose between seven and 14 pounds if you follow my plan to the letter. However, you will need one day each week to allow for planning. Take each shopping list and get everything you need to follow the diet – this way you won't have any excuses. You should also use this day to schedule the exercise into your weekly diary.
Planning your shopping, cooking and exercise will ensure your success over the coming weeks. It also reduces your stress levels, giving you a sense of control and it means that there is no barrier to stop you from achieving your best beach body ever!
Before starting this or any exercise programme, you should always consult your GP to ensure that you are safe to exercise. If you have any injuries, please visit your local physiotherapist for advice.
If you feel sick, dizzy or nauseous at any stage, stop exercising straight away. Ensure you are drinking plenty of water while exercising.
Treatment for any injuries always follow the RICE technique, which stands for rest, ice, compression and elevation. If you haven't exercised for sometime then don't jump in and overdo the exercise contained in this plan – ease into it at a level that suits you and gradually increase the intensity over time.
The talk test is always a great measure to ensure you're not working too hard. You should never be fully out of breath during this exercise programme, so just always ensure that you can talk but are lightly out of breath. This will ensure you don't work too hard and that you are also getting the most out of your training.
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It's pretty much the perfect weather, too, though ironically all of my exercise was indoors - really I am one of life's natural-born inside people! Took the subway early down to Chelsea Piers for 7am boot camp. Got some reading done in the cafe during intervals. 9:30 yoga, 12:30 spin. Spin and yoga both very good. Beast class also good, only I really do not do a good job with this awful exercise of bear crawl pushing 25lb plates along the ground - today we had wrists and ankles shackled with bands which did not help!
1hr boot camp
1hr yoga
1hr spin
Friday, September 21, 2012
Blissful day of exercise!
Posted by Jenny Davidson at 9/21/2012 03:15:00 PM
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- Black Knight said...
Indeed a great day!
How can you work indoor when outside the weather is perfect? I wouldn't succeed.
- September 22, 2012 at 4:20 AM
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By Paul Graham
Las Vegas Informer
I was doing a little research the other day and I came across a very interesting definition. It was for the word "macho." Now this has not been an official word for that many years but it no doubt describes a behavior that has been around since the beginning of time. It simply says macho is "having or characterized by qualities considered manly especially when manifested in an assertive, self-conscious, or dominating way." Sound like anybody we know? Sounds like the behavior behind every war that has ever been fought. A secondary definition also says macho is "having a strong or exaggerated sense of power or right to dominate." There is that word dominate again.
I certainly came in contact with macho growing up. Even at an early age I noticed there were those who felt a need to dominate others. Some were quick to fight to show their toughness and manliness. I also noticed advertisers put forth a message of what a "real man" looked like. Maybe he looked like the Marlboro Man. They portrayed smoking as tough and cool and maybe something that could help you grow a good mustache. Then of course when they were forced to tell you that it could also kill you, well, that wasn't so cool anymore but people still did it anyway. Hunting and fishing were also considered manly endeavors. Having the need for speed. Normal behavior for men also was portrayed as gathering around watching sports whenever you could drinking lots of beer and consuming as much meat as they possibly could. Some of this is activity might be harmless, but much of it greatly impacted both personal health and safety, the lives of animals, and also the environment.
Obviously, not everyone lives according to their stereotypes. I certainly have tried not to. I have participated in sports all of my life and it has been a great way to put forth some healthy aggression and compete but there is a point where it can just go too far in how one can react both playing and watching. I grew up around hunters but it has never been my thing. Even as a young person, long before I became vegan, I never understood the point of hunting animals. What was the sport in dominating an animal for your own pleasure in this way? I understand it even less right now. Some people probably think because their families have been doing it for generations, and others have done if throughout history, it is acceptable to still do it. I would question that. We no longer need to do it for survival. A very large industry is already in place that grows, imprisons and slaughters animals for society's consumption and their great profit so you don't have to go do it yourself. They do the caveman for you. Let us do the macho so you don't have to work as hard. It also is an industry that has to be radically changed.
In some deviant circles, dog-fighting is considered a macho "sport." Let's dominate these wonderful animals and turn them into fighting machines for our wicked and perverse pleasure. In fact this is just a case of men, for the most part, sinking down to the lowest levels of human expression. It is a "self-conscious" behavior because they are not thinking about anything other than themselves and it is being manifested in an assertive and dominating way. Whether it be bullfighting or any other activity since the gladiator arena that supports the bloodlust of humans we need to realize that we have long been at a crossroads in our humanity and we need to evolve to a higher place of thinking and living. If we don't, we will continue to look for ways to dominate not only the animal kingdom for with other humans as well and this will only add to the bloodshed and wars that have plagued us throughout history.
We need to realize as men that some of these stereotypes that have been put forth about what being manly is are not only not true, but also just a way that others attempt to dominate our way of thinking to get us to live and buy a certain way. Does eating meat and potatoes make the man? No, but it might kill him, at least as far as the meat is concerned. There is a movement that is spreading across this world towards conscious eating and living. Despite what some may think, being vegan is just not something that women do, though they do it beautifully. Men are joining the ranks daily and in many cases leading the way to show forth a lifestyle characterized in every area by love, kindness and compassion for every living creature. We really do need to step and help set the tone for our society. LIving by what is right and not by what others are trying to sell as "manly." Believe it or not, it starts in our hearts and minds and is manifested on our plates and how we live our lives and it can change the world. Men, it is time to listen up and man up. No meat, no macho…just life.
British research shows that a child's IQ predicts his likelihood of becoming a vegetarian as a young adult. You guessed it: the smarter the child, the more likely they'll eventually shun meat.
Vegan Alive's Take: This is currently my situation as my wife and 3 sons are not vegan. I don't lay down laws in my house preferring to lead by example. One of my sons and my wife are starting to get more interested in veganism and I have hopes that they'll adopt my cruelty free lifestyle soon.
So you live amongst non-vegans? In many ways, we all do, but the issue becomes much more challenging if you all happen to be under the same roof. Maybe you live with your parents and you're the only person in the family who has decided to change your diet and lifestyle; perhaps you live with a boyfriend or girlfriend, husband or wife who doesn't share the same enthusiasm you have about living cruelty-free, or maybe you share an apartment with roommates that are all die-hard meat eaters? Life can't be easy being the odd one out, but it doesn't have to be a constant battle either. Here are a few tips you can use for surviving as a vegan in a non-vegan household:
1. Be clear and headstrong!
Make sure that you've taken the time to explain your vegan lifestyle choice and why it is important to you. The better understanding everyone you live with has about why you are vegan, the less chances they will inadvertently put you in awkward situations concerning food, gifts, and other household items. You don't have to preach about veganism all day, but the clearer you are about your choices, the more respect you are likely to get back from them. Of course, you may have a pesky sibling, relative or roommate that may just not get it; you just have to work harder with them and take everything they say with a grain of salt. If you can't deal with annoying comments and have a sense of humor about it, you're going to make your life as a vegan infinitely more challenging than it actually is!
2. Know your vegan facts
This should be a given, but you should know your basic facts about veganism. The more you know, the more you may be able to help others you live with understand that you're not some animal-loving freak or experimenting with a fad diet. You don't have to be a nutrition expert or be able to recite a laundry list of non-vegan ingredients and products, but you should be able to answer the basic questions like "how do you get enough protein?" "How do get calcium?" "What CAN you eat?" "What shoes can you wear?" etc. Arm yourself with some useful facts about veganism, such as the environmental impacts of animal agriculture or the health dangers of animal products and of course, information about the treatment and use of animals. People may think veganism does not makes sense for them as a lifestyle choice, but who can argue with cold hard facts?
3. Lay down some ground rules
Living under the same roof often means sharing things, ranging from a refrigerator to utensils, bathrooms and other living spaces. Depending on your living situation of course (whether you are a dependent or financial contributing to the household), you may want to encourage others you live with to buy vegan versions of shared household items, such as cleaning supplies, toothpaste, etc. When it comes to sharing utensils, it is a personal choice at the end of the day. If practical, you may want to use separate utensils; alternatively, you can just establish some clear rules that everything should be thoroughly washed right after it is used so that it can be reused by anyone else in the home. If you buy common groceries for the home, make sure that you make a list of product names for vegan milks, butters, cheeses, breads and other pantry andrefrigerated items that you may need on a regular basis. The idea should be to make everything you need absolutely clear and transparent to others, so that they don't have to go out of their way to figure out what you may or may not be able to eat or use. Further, if you live with non-vegans and want them to be accommodating and accepting of your lifestyle, you have to remember to reciprocate that attitude. This means, not being critical of them when they choose to cook animal products or buy other non-vegan items for their personal use. You can disagree with people, but be respectful!
4. Share the vegan love
If you don't already know how to cook, learn! Good vegan food is undoubtedly the most powerful weapon vegans have in their arsenal against the most skeptical non-vegans. Granted, you may have to make some extra effort to keep this up, but trust us, it will be worth it in the long run. Surprise the non-vegans in your household with some vegan waffles or pancakes for breakfast. Bake somevegan cupcakes and muffins every now and then. Better yet, pick one night of the week (or every two weeks) where you can cook an entire vegan meal for everyone in your home. This way, you will not only be able to get them to appreciate some great tasting vegan food, but may also encourage them to try making it themselves. Delicious vegan food says much more about veganism than the biggest "Go Vegan" banner in the world.
5. Be a beacon of vegan positivity
Going vegan is a step that isn't taken lightly by most people. Veganism is after all a way to challenge the status quo, to go against everything we've been told and everything people have blindly done for centuries. It is about waking up to the realization that there's an alternate way to exist on this planet, one that does not involve contributing to the use and murder of billions of innocent living beings. It's easy to feel a sense of despair over the helplessness of the situation, especially because most people don't share your views. However, the more vegans you encounter, the more you will realize that most of us are all incredibly positive people. Perhaps it's because we have a clearer outlook towards life in general, or it may have something to do with all the delicious and nutritious food we get to eat every day. Whatever, it is, you have to remember that every vegan is an ambassador for everything veganism stands for. You can't expect others to take you or your lifestyle choices seriously if you are apologetic or overtly aggressive about it. Just be positive, hold your head up high and share some of the vegan awesomeness!
By Kristin Barton
While public understanding of veganism is growing, there are still a lot of people who either aren't aware of what is a vegan or who falsely think that veganism is a radical, extremist diet that isn't healthy. The fact is, veganism is not only a healthy dietary choice for individuals, it's also a healthy choice for the planet!
I remember how it was before I was exposed to veganism. I considered myself a "pretty healthy eater." I ate lean chicken, fish, high quality cuts of red meat, salads, and fresh veggie "side dishes." I was in pretty good shape and I was proud of it. For an American, I ate a "healthy diet." No Burger King, no deep fried anything, and no soft drinks. I thought I was a prime example of healthy eating.
Fast forward a few years. My daughter was around 14 years old. She had always been a healthy eater, and I would brag to my friends that when she was three, she gave a woman whiplash in the grocery store when she innocently asked, "Mommy, can we have some broccoli?" I thought the lady was going to faint on the spot. Of course, I played it up. "Only if you are very good," I said in my best mom voice. I still get a giggle out of that one. So my daughter at 14 announced that she wanted to be vegetarian. Not vegan, mind you, but vegetarian. Her dad and I were concerned. How would our child get enough calcium without drinking cow's milk? How would she get enough protein without eating animal flesh? We were genuinely in a dither about how to support our teenager without causing her ill health. Boy, if I had only known then what I know now! If I had only known how much healthier I would be on a plant-based diet, and how my health would improve further when I went from vegetarianism to veganism along with my child. So, what is a vegan, what's veganism really about? Here are the facts:
1. Veganism is a lifestyle, not just a diet. Vegans eat plant based diets that contain no animal-derived products (that means no meat, dairy, or honey), and they also refrain from purchasing, using, or wearing animal-derived products (such as leather and wool).
2. Veganism supports human health. It has been shown in scientific studies that vegans are healthier than meat and dairy eaters. The list of diseases that vegans sidestep is a very long one. The single healthiest thing a person can do is to become a vegan. Some of the worst diseases suffered by Americans today can be virtually eliminated by choosing a vegan diet. These include cardiovascular disease, obesity, type 2 diabetes, diverticulosis, and E. coli infections.
3. Veganism supports animal health. We are blissfully ignorant about the real conditions in which animals that are raised for food live and die. Often farmed animals are treated brutally, mutilated without pain interventions, left to die slowly of disease, and slaughtered inhumanely. When we become aware of the truly horrific experiences of these innocent animals, often we cannot turn a blind eye and continue to eat meat. Do you want to be a party to animal cruelty? Unless you stop eating meat, you are part of the problem, not part of the solution.
4. Veganism supports the health of our planet. Here's a quote from the peta.org website:
"A recent United Nations report concluded that a global shift toward a vegan diet is necessary to combat the worst effects of climate change. And the U.N. is not alone in its analysis. Researchers at the University of Chicago concluded that switching from a standard American diet to a vegan diet is more effective in the fight against climate change than switching from a standard American car to a hybrid. And a German study conducted in 2008 concluded that a meat-eater's diet is responsible for more than seven times as much greenhouse-gas emissions as a vegan's diet is. The verdict is in: If you care about the environment, one of the single most effective things that you can do to save it is to adopt a vegan diet."
5. Veganism is simple to adopt. It's a common misconception that vegans have to eat a lot of "special food" that "replaces meat and dairy." This isn't true at all. As meat and dairy are not necessary for human health, there's no need to "replace" them to begin with. The idea is that if one eats a rounded plant based diet, one will have optimal health. Calcium and protein, the two dietary elements that people express the most concern about when switching to a vegan diet, can be gotten easily by drinking almond or soy milk and by eating lots of green leafy vegetables. There's protein in almost all plants, so the idea that one needs meat to get protein is silly. There is actually twice as much calcium in almond milk than there is in dairy milk, too!
6. Veganism is quite financially wise. Not only are vegetables cheaper than meat, purchasing fresh local vegetables and fruits will support the local economy. Many staples of healthy vegan diets are very affordable and can be purchased in bulk, such as brown rice, chickpeas, lentils, grains, and nuts.
7. Veganism is socially conscious. The amount of natural resources that it takes to produce one pound of meat for human consumption can feed over 100 people on a plant based diet. A large percentage of the human population on this planet is underfed while the rich nations, such as the U.S. and the U.K. bask in excess, wasting resources and food. Isn't it time we became enlightened enough to refuse to accept a world where children still starve to death?
8. Vegan food is delicious if you know how to prepare it. One of the things people often say about veganism is that they "hate tofu" and "hate salads." Well, vegans often answer that a chicken that isn't prepared with spices tastes bland and boring. It's only good if the person preparing the food knows how to do it correctly. Tofu and other common vegan foods are the same. Tofu can be delicious if properly prepared, and vegans don't just live on salads. They eat wonderful pastas, breads, soups, stews, desserts, and tempting entries from all over the world. Vegan diets are often rich in whole grains, seeds and nuts, leafy greens, fruits, and beans. Vegans often enjoy cooking with exotic spices and experimenting with plant based foods from different cultures.
9. Veganism is frugal. Because vegans don't wear or use animal derived materials, they wear natural fibers and synthetics such as "pleather." These materials are vastly cheaper than leather, wool, and silk. And with veganism catching on more and more, there are some fabulous clothing designers who are emerging with fashionable vegan alternatives that are more affordable and cruelty free!
10. Veganism keeps our water clean. The waste from animal processing plants, not to mention the waste from the animals themselves, is poisoning our water supply. These waste products seep into groundwater and contaminate it with antibiotics, hormones, and rotting flesh. The world's water supply is precious. Animal products may not be the only contaminants we have to worry about, but if a large part of our population switches to a vegan diet and lifestyle, the amount of contamination in our water will decrease dramatically.
Indonesian shrimp trawlers kill 26 pounds of sea creatures for every 1 pound of shrimp they collect?
A very large international study has found that vegetarians live longer than meat-eaters. The Adventist Health Study, which has been tracking tens of thousands of people since the late 1950's indicates that even limiting meat intake can provide protection against chronic diseases that tend to shorten lives.
The Adventist Health Study is being conducted by Loma Linda University School of Public Health in California. Included are more than 96,000 Seventh-day Adventists from the US and Canada. This group of Christians believe that the body is a temple of the Holy Spirit and should be cared for diligently with the most healthful diet possible. Therefore, most follow a vegetarian diet in addition to practicing other positive lifestyle choices, such as avoiding alcohol and tobacco use.
The most recent data from the study indicates that Vegetarian Adventist men live to an average of 83.3 years – 9.5 years longer than other Californians. Vegetarian women live an average of 85.7 years which is 6.1 years longer than non-vegetarians.
There are several ways that the vegetarian diet is health-protective, promoting longevity:
1. Vegans (strict vegetarians) are, on average, 30 pounds lighter than meat eaters. Obesity can cut a person's lifespan by 6.2%.
2. Consuming a vegetarian diet can reduce the risk for Type 2 diabetes. Vegetarians and vegans are less insulin resistant than meat-eaters, thus reducing the need for medication.
3. Those who eat vegetarian foods, such as fruits, vegetables, nuts, legumes, and whole grains have fewer risk factors for heart disease, the number one killer of both men and women in the United States.
4. Vegetarian diets may protect against cancer, including lung and breast cancer and colorectal cancer. The positive nutrients, such as antioxidants, found in plant foods help reduce inflammation that can be damaging to the body leading to certain types of cancer.
5. Vegetarians tend to have a wider variety of foods that they eat, leading to a greater intake of nutrients such as dietary fiber, magnesium, folic acid, and phytochemicals. These can help ensure proper functioning of all body tissues and organs, and when they stay healthy, you live longer!
Is it necessary to be vegan or vegetarian to reap these benefits? Not necessarily, say researchers. Pesco-vegetarians (those that eat fish) and semi-vegetarians who limit animal products to once a week or less (sometimes called "flexitarians") also have "intermediate" protection against lifestyle diseases.
Source: Loma Linda University School of Public Health


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January 4, 2014
Don't Get Suckered By Iran
Reiss & Takeyh, Foreign Affairs
The Associated Press
Passionate supporters of the interim accord recently negotiated between Iran and the P5+1 countries (the United States, Russia, China, the United Kingdom, France, and Germany) see the agreement as a landmark event paving the way for a full-scale resolution of one of the world's most dangerous problems. Harsh critics take the opposite view, seeing it as a modern-day Munich paving the way for an eventual nuclear Iran.
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The Sioux Falls Public Works Department is patching potholes during this stretch of warmer weather.
The street division is staffed 24 hours a day, seven days a week and would like you to call and report any streets in need of attention.
"With the normal freeze/thaw cycle we have experienced recently, some streets are showing some extra wear and tear," Street and Fleet Operations Manager Galynn Huber said.
To report a pothole in the city, call 605-367-8002.


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Our Vikings are looking much different after free agency began. This is a early mock draft, but you will start to notice names that are showing more and more often In many people's drafts.
1a.) Desmond Trufant CB
Even if Winfield comes back we still need to become better at CB throughout the draft.
1b.) Alec Ogletree ILB
Day 1 starter on the inside for the Vikes, and oh yeah he is nasty too!
2.) Quinton Patton WR
Best route runner in the draft and Ponder can use that to his advantage especially with Jennings on board, who is also a crisp route runner.
3.) Kawaan Short DT
Will slip because of questions about his motor. The Vikes veteran line will bring the best out of him.
4a.) Aaron Dobson WR
Another WR for Ponder to play with. If he would have played against higher competition he would not be here for us to take. He is very gifted.
4b.) Alvin Bailey OG
Road grader OG... Sounds like a Vike to me.
5.) Gerald Hodges OLB
OLB competition for Henderson and Spielman stated he wants to bring competition in at every position.
6.) Hugh Thornton OG
Hugh is a project, but can play multiple positions which makes him very valuable.
7a.) AJ Klien ILB
AJ may slip this far because he is not the most physically gifted as other LBs, but he is all motor and in years to come could prove he deserves the middle and push Ogletree to the outside, which actually might be a better fit for him.
7b.) Ace Sanders WR/ RB/ KR
Ace Sanders... Small and exciting. Just go watch his highlights before you say you would not want him.
7c.) Craig Roh DE
In true Viking drafting, the best DE will be the pick here. Roh is big but a project.
A draft similar to this will allow our team to become perineal contenders. I did not address safety because Sanford will start for one more and if he cannot hold up safety will be high on our list next year.


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Nature was throwing some of its own fireworks shortly before the city of Mentor's Fourth of July pyrotechnic show.
However, neither the flickering lightning in the distance nor the summer heat deterred the crowd that gathered at and for the annual tradition.
Feel free to add your own fireworks photos to our gallery. I suspect many of you got some great shots Wednesday.


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Muse will be a collaboration between the Property Markets Group and S2 Development of Aventura. It is expected that the tower will rise to 650 foot high, matching the height of Porsche Design Tower and Mansions of Acqualina. This ultra-luxurious and sleek tower will feature 47 floors hosting 68 spacious oceanfront residences starting at 2,360 square feet, no more than two units per floor.
Muse Residences will have the distinctive feature of offering a sculpture by the Albanian-born artist Helidon Xhixha for each unit. According to Kevin Maloney, founder and CEO of New York-based Property Markets Group, Xhixha "is going to do art in every apartment and around the grounds and lobby," and as he reported to the Miami Herald,
Press Information:Amity Realty17070 Collins Ave., #261Contact Person:Julia LongmanPR Marketing AssistantPhone: 7862202512email: emailWeb: www.amityrealtyusa.com/


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Daz Songs, Videos, & Albums
Daz Dillinger ft. Z-Ro - Real Wit'cha [Stream]
For some of us, Friday means turning down and catching up on our favorite TV shows, spending time with family, or even spending some time alone. Don't fret, though, because Daz Dillinger has you covered for at least... Read More
Snoop Dogg & Daz Dillinger - We'll Miss U (Uncle June Bug Tribute) [Stream]
Last month, West Coast legends Snoop Dogg and Daz Dillinger said goodbye to a dear friend and family member. Their Uncle June Bug, a larger-than-life character often seen dancing onstage at their shows, lost his fight with... Read More
Daz Dillinger - Love 2 Hate [Stream]
Some hip-hop heads love Daz Dillinger. Others Love 2 Hate him. Whichever category you fall into, you'll be pleased to see him back on our pages with the lead single off his next studio album. Potentially less pleasing... Read More
Daz Dillinger & WC ft. Snoop Dogg - Stay out the Way [Stream]
If you see Daz Dillinger and WC careening around a Los Angeles corner, weed smoke pouring out the windows of their old-school whip, you'd best stay Stay out the Way. On a fresh single off their latest album, the... Read More
Daz Dillinger & WC - Late Nite [Stream]
As someone who regularly stays up as late as three in the morning searching for fresh tunes, I'd like to think I know a little something about Late Nite music, and the latest feature from Daz Dillinger and WC is definitely... Read More
Daz Dillinger ft. Schy Keeton & Mz.Jenise - 4 Tha Hood [Stream]
Whoever "they" is always says "home is where the heart is" and on his latest single, 4 Tha Hood, Daz Dillinger lets listeners know that his heart is in the hood. While most hood anthems have a raw, grimy feel,... Read More
Curren$y ft. Daz Dillinger - Fast Cars Faster Women [Stream]
Whether you're talking vehicles or females, Curren$y is all about velocity. On Fast Cars Faster Women, the second single off his forthcoming full-length, the New Orleans rhymesayer spits about the perks of the Jet Life... Read More
Mike WiLL Made It ft. Daz Dillinger & Kurupt - Who F*ccin' Wit Me [Stream & Download]
When a buzzmaking producer can snag West Coast mainstays Daz Dillinger and Kurupt for a mixtape single, you know he's not to be f**ed with. Such is the case for Georgia-repping beatsmith Mike Will, who recruits the... Read More
Freddie Gibbs ft. Daz - Rap Money [Stream & Download]
It's not that rap music needs another ode to the mighty dollar, dollar bill, but the pursuit of money can be enhanced by quality production and lyricism adds reflection beyond the mere pursuit of stacking Franklins. Over an... Read More
Daz Dillinger ft. Snoop Dogg - Set It Off [Stream]
Achieving longevity in you career isn't an easy task in the hip-hop game. One year you're on top, and the next you you're running on your sixteenth minute. Defying the odds, however, is the under appreciated Daz... Read More
Snoop Dogg ft. Too Short, Daz & Kokane - Take U Home [Stream]
Remember when Snoop Dogg started his #PuffPuffPassTuesdays series a few months back? Well, that whole promotional tool has been elevated with the late Thursday-evening release of #PuffPuffPass entry, Take U Home. ... Read More
Western Union ft. BJ & Daz - Western Union [Stream]
Cali trio, the Western Union, is preparing for the release of their self-titled LP with the fittingly-titled new single, Western Union. After the success of their street album, House Shoe Musik Vol. 1, the group is... Read More


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St. Joseph by-the-Sea was seeing double in Wednesday's game against Port Richmond.
Matt Pomponio and Mike Russell both registered double-doubles as the Vikings defeated host Port Richmond 63-41.
Pomponio had a game-high 23 points and 10 rebounds while Russell added 12 points and 12 rebounds for Sea, which led 31-12 at halftime and cruised the rest of the way.
"We applied good defensive pressure in the first half," said Sea coach Mike Cortese. "We forced tough shots and and that allowed us to get out in transition."
Cortese lauded the work of Alec Willis, who scored 11 points and played tremendous defense against Port Richmond's Josh Wahnon, holding him to six points. The coach also cited the hard-nosed play of Bobby Alesi, who drew four charges.
The Vikings (5-1 in the SIHSL, 7-5 overall) play again on Friday night when they visit Monsignor Farrell.


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Lunch Schedule
Kinder 10:55 to 11:25
First 11:45 to 12:10
Second 11:15 to 11:40
Third 12:00 to 12:25
Fourth 12:15 to 12:40
Fifth 12:55 to 1:20
2014-15 District Calendar (PDF)
Dear Parents,
I am looking forward to the summer. I can do that as I feel a great sense of satisfaction over the success of this school year. Challenging, intense, active and busy, we have managed 178 school days of learning, growing, routine and cooperation. A diverse set of educators teaching a diverse set of students from a diverse set of households, all with changing dynamics, have created a crackling hub of learning activity in the hills of west Austin. What a cool job.
Not so cool is the farewell to friends and colleagues each year. Over eighty families will be following their last Bridge Point child to middle school. Many others are moving to different areas or schools. Their absence creates a different Bridge Point. Their presence made us good.
I hope you have the best summer ever. Please review the "Important Dates", lock them in and then get after a summer full of activity. It will be great to be back together in late August!
August 20, 2014 - Class Lists posted on Skyward
August 21, 2014 - Kindergarten Orientation
August 22, 2014 - Bobcat Welcome
August 25, 2014 - First Day of School (7:45am)
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(cross posted on CG-LIMS Project Blog in Intelink-U)
Support from the top of the DHS Procurement organization that is. Today's post will be a repeat for some of you who heard this at the last staff meeting, but it's important enough that I want to make sure everyone gets the message.
Short version:
The new DHS Chief Procurement Officer, Mr. Nick Nayak heard how we're opening up communications with industry by posting requirements documents early in the process on FedBizOpps, using a blog to keep all stakeholders informed, and using the wiki hosted on GSA's citizen.apps.gov platform to give everyone information on what we're thinking and solicit industry ideas as we form an acquisition strategy. He's very interested in understanding what we're doing with an eye toward customers of procurement and industry to communicate about requirements openly well before a requirement is written.
This is a wonderful thing. I think it's the right direction for government to move for major system acquisitions. And I thank the folks who were willing to weight the cost / benefit and take reasonable risks to take this approach. I think it will ultimately result in a better system fielded more quickly.
Longer version:
I met very briefly with the Coast Guard Senior Procurement Executive and Head of Contracting Activity (HCA) last week to fill her in on the details of what we're doing and why. I stressed to her and I reiterate to all of you how indebted I am to Mary Davie and Chris Hamm at GSA for sparking the thought to approach this acquisition as transparently as possible. I'm also indebted to the the Intelink community for providing the tools and culture needed to move to a "need to share" posture for this acquisition. As I've told many of you privately, I think this is a much better way to serve the taxpayer and to serve the people who will rely on CG-LIMS every day to support mission performance.
Here are the notes I shared with a few folks as a recap of the meeting with the HCA. Some of you have seen them via e-mail, but you all know how much I hate having stuff go to e-mail to die. So here's the recap:
So as the CG-LIMS team continues to use a wiki to transparently and collaboratively develop an acquisition strategy, know that your work is noticed and appreciated by the DHS Chief Procurement Officer. Feel good about that.
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Severe Weather Awareness Week kicked off Feb. 4 with Family Preparedness Day/NOAA Weather Radio.
Each day of the week is dealing with a different severe weather topic, according to the Chatham Emergency Management Agency:
At 9 a.m. Wednesday, CEMA will be conducting its monthly test of the outdoor warning sirens around Chatham County. The siren will not go off at noon during the test. There are 60 sirens around Chatham County, which cover 95 percent of the county.
Georgia Emergency Management Agency runs the Ready Georgia campaign, which is a resource help residents make an emergency supply kit, develop a communications plan and stay informed of potential threats. GEMA and the National Weather Service encourages residents to buy a NOAA weather radio and identify an emergency family meeting place.
A 2012 survey revealed 71 percent of respondents have not yet arranged a family meeting place or reconnection plan, according to Ready Georgia data. Less than 30 percent of survey respondents own NOAA weather radios. In Georgia, approximately 98 percent of the state's population lives within range of NOAA Weather Radio coverage.
Sign up to receive text message alerts from CEMA by texting "ChathamEMA" to 40404 and hitting send. Get email alerts from CEMA by signing up at www.ChathamEmergency.org.
Ready Georgia offers the tools needed to make an emergency supply kit, develop a communications plan and stay informed about potential threats.
The Ready Georgia is website at www.ready.ga.gov. Website visitors can create an online profile to receive a tailored plan for the entire family that includes the specific amount of supplies to put in their household ready kits.
For more details on preparing for severe weather, go to www.ready.ga.gov and download Ready Georgia's free mobile app.
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News by Dan Seifert on Tuesday March 13, 2012.
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The case between Apple and Chinese company Proview over the iPad trademark has taken another turn today, as Apple filed a statement in Chinese courts claiming that Proview is intentionally misleading with its claim to the trademark. Apple says that Proview tricked Apple into signing an agreement that could later cause confusion in Chinese courts.
The agreement in question was signed in 2009, and now Apple says that Proview is trying to get more money for the same agreement through its lawsuit. The original contract awarded Apple the rights to use the "IPAD" trademark in Taiwan and other countries, including China. Apple says that Proview intentionally had the licensing talks go through its Taiwan division, even though the trademark was owned by the Chinese division of the company.
"Proview clearly made that arrangement so they wouldn't have to give the money to their creditors in [China]", said Apple's lawyer in a prepared statement. "Because they still owe a lot of people a lot of money, they are now unfairly trying to get more from Apple for a trademark we already paid for."
Proview denies that Apple was pushed to sign the agreement in Taiwan and says that the original agreement was drafted by Apple's attorneys at the time. Proview has attempted to have the iPad pulled from shelves in various markets while the companies battle in court, though it has not had success thus far. [via The Wall Street Journal]
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Linear A - B - Decipherment
Decipherment of Linear B
From Kris Hirst, Archaeology Guide at About.com. Called Linear B by Evans, this script on clay tablets dated between 1450 and ca. 1375 B.C., when Knossos was destroyed.
A linear B-related bibliography divided into sections on Colloquia, Symposia and Festschriften, Bibliographies, Individual Works, and An Alphabet in the Aegean Bronze Age?
Linear A Tablet
A photograph of a Linear A tablet dating to about 1450 B.C., from Crete. The clay tablet was preserved by being baked in a fire.
Linear A
Ancient Scripts of the World look at Linear A. While Linear B seems to have come from Linear A, the underlying language of Linear A doesn't seem to relate to any other surviving language in Europe or Western Asia.
Linear B
From Scripts of the World site, an introduction with graphics of the written language of Linear B.
The Linear B Tablets and Mycenaean Organization
Linear B has 89 signs which representing both bare vowels and syllables. Tablets have been found on the Mycenaean mainland and in non-mainland areas ruled by Mycenaean kings. Tablets have been found firmly dated to the 13th century B.C.