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by Lynn Ridenhour
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There is one other group mentioned in the Book of Mormon that came from the East to the Americasthe Jaredites. This group came from the tower of Babel at the time of the confounding of languages around 2,300 BC. Their civilization lasted over 2,000 years, and their story is highly condensed in the Book of Ether.
The Book of Mormon then tells of three civilizations or culturesall branches from the House of Israelwhich were led by God to the Americas: 1) the Jaredites, 2) Nephites, and 3) Mulekites.
Whats the Purpose of the Book of Mormon?
And now, lets turn our attention to
Biblical Proofs of the Book of Mormon
The Bible points to the Book of Mormon and to the New World. What a wonderful story of hope and promise for these last days!
Biblical Proof Number One
The New World
Plainly, the Bible points to the New World. The golden text for Protestantism says,
" For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life" (John 3:16).
Sometimes we read a thing and really never get to the bottom of it. The above verse says that God loves the whole worldboth old and new! I really never thought about that.
I like what Roy Weldon says:
" It is estimated that at the time of Christ the civilization of ancient America was in full bloom with a culture as great in some respects superior to the civilizations of Rome, Greece, Babylon, and Egypt. Estimates of the population in Mexico, Central America, and the Andean region at the time of Christ run as high as three hundred million people." --Other Sheep, p.18
Three hundred million people?!
I must confess, as a Protestant Christian, the thought had never crossed my minda highly cultured civilization in the New World during the time of Christ?! Superior to the civilizations of Rome, Greece, Babylon and Egypt?!
It staggers the imagination. It does mine.
All my upbringing and teaching in our small Baptist Church back in those Missouri hills had always drawn my attention to the Old World. I had heard more than one sermon on the significance of Israel becoming a nation in 1948. Never once did I hear about the significance of the New World, that land set aside for Latter-day Israel in these last days. I had no idea that a Branch of the House of Israel had migrated to the New World, to the Americas, and would become an Ensign to the nations during these last days.
I remember sitting in church as a young lad and dreaming, " it sure would be neat to visit the Holy Land some day. To walk where Jesus walked."
Protestants are taught from day one that all the "good stuff happens over there." Were, generally speaking, totally ignorant of the Golden Age of Ancient America. For instance, during the time of Christ in America there was fine workmanship displayed in buildings, metallurgy was prominent, astronomy was evident, staircase farms were numerous, therapeutics were practiced, the lost art of coloring was discovered, and fine twined linen was available.
Yes, " For God so loved the world " the whole world. Thats why it doesnt sound so strange anymore when someone says " the Lord visited America."
Why wouldnt He? Its part of His world.
The question arises, " If Jesus visited America, then were the ancient Biblical prophets aware of the existence of the New World?"
And the answer is yes.
Isaiah, for one, speaks of the land shadowing with wings.
" Woe to the land shadowing with wings which is beyond the rivers of Ethiopia [Africa]; that sendeth ambassadors by the sea " (Isa.18:1,2).
Thats America.
Only America is beyond Africa. And she has certainly sent more missionaries "by the sea" than any other nation. Her emblem is the eagle, and the two Americas are shaped like a bird with wings.
Biblocal Proof Number Two
Other Sheep Shall Hear My Voice
"Other sheep I have which are not of this fold they shall hear my voice " --Jesus
I must confess, for the better part of my life I was not satisfied with the explanations given regarding the above verse. Who are the other sheep that will hear His voice?
There are indeed many fascinating scripture verses, but to me three stand out:
" I am not sent but to the lost sheep of the house of Israel." --Jesus
" Other sheep have which are not of this fold they shall hear my voice." --Jesus
" And there are also many other things which Jesus did, the which, if they should be written every one, I suppose that even the world itself could not contain the books that should be written." --John
Two are sayings by Jesus and one is a saying about him.
The last verse of the four gospels quoted above (Jn.21:25) informs us, there are many things which Jesus did which are not contained in the Bible. Some of those " things which Jesus did" are recorded in the Book of Mormon.
Roy Weldon has a point:
" If the Book of Mormon is true, there is a fifth gospelNephis eyewitness account and record of Christs ministry among the ancient Americans. Is it possible that one of the many other things which Jesus did that is not written the Four Gospels was a visitation to the New World?" --Other Sheep, p.18
A fifth gospel.
Just a few months before his crucifixion, Jesus came to attend the Feast of Tabernacles in Jerusalem. It was then that he made his famous "sheep statement" recorded n Johns gospel.
Again, I must confess, this particular passage has been a mystery to Bible scholars for years, if not centuries. Who could those other sheep possibly be? Gentiles perhaps? No. For the Master plainly declares, " I am sent but unto the lost sheep of the House of Israel."
In the Book of Mormon (3 Nephi) Christ tells he people that their forefathers had been separated from the house of Judah. He also spoke of the other tribes of the house of Israel, which had been taken away from the house of Judah. Christ continues explaining whom the "other sheep" in John chapter 10 were:
" Verily I say unto you, that ye are they whom I said: Other sheep I have which are not of this fold; them also I must bring, and they shall hear my voice; and there shall be one fold, and one shepherd. And they understood me not, for they supposed it had been the Gentiles; for they understood not that the Gentiles should be converted through their preaching. And they understood me not that I said they shall hear my voice But behold, ye have both heard my voice, and seen me; and ye are my sheep, and ye are numbered among those whom the Father hath given me." --3 Nephi 15:21-24
The Book of Mormon has an explanation for that puzzling passage in John 10. The "other sheep" are Josephs descendants who were separated from the House of Israel, that branch that migrated to the New World.
Biblical Proof Number Three
A Hebrew Nation in America
" For out of Jerusalem shall go forth a remnant, and they that escape out of mount Zion; the zeal of the Lord of hosts shall do this." --Isaiah 37:32
The prophecy is plaina remnant was to escape from Jerusalem. That occurred around 588 BC, the time of the Babylonian captivity.
Jeremiah, living in Jerusalem at the time, delivered a precious prophecy:
" Flee, get you far off, dwell deep, O ye inhabitants of Hazar, saith the Lord; for Nebuchadnezzar king of Babylon hath taken counsel against you, and hath conceived a purpose against you. Arise, get you up unto the wealthy nation, that dwelleth without gate, saith the Lord, which have neither gates nor bars, which dwell alone."
--Jer.49: 30, 31
Notice the details
They were to go "far off." It is to be a "wealthy nation which have neither gates nor bars, which dwell alone." Theres no place in the old world like that. All cities of the Old World had walls; they had gates and bars, and they certainly did not dwell alone. The prophecy no doubt refers to the New World, specifically the Americas. The Americas were wealthy and they dwelt alone.
Another prophet, Zephaniah, also saw the New World.
" From beyond the rivers of Ethiopia my supplicants [Israelites who pray to the God of Israel], even the daughter of my dispersed [Israelites who were dispersed beyond the rivers of Ethiopia], shall bring mine offering." --Zeph.3:10
Ethiopia in Zephaniahs time included the entire known continent of Africa. America is the only nation that lies "beyond the rivers of Ethiopia," beyond Africa.
In a nutshell, the Bible contains the history of Gods dealing with a colony of Hebrews who came out of Egypt. This colony migrates to the New World and becomes a key "prophetic ensign" to the nations during the end of this present church age.
Remember, though the Book of Mormon is basically an account of the ancient inhabitants of the Americas, it also contains the Lords word concerning Latter-day Israel and thus is an ensign to the people of every nation in these latter days.
Question: Could you be a Latter-day Israelite in Josephs Land, and not know it except by revelation?! Could you be appointed to the kingdom " for such a time as this?" Could you be a descendant of Gods elect nation, Israel?
How exciting to ponder the above questions.
Biblical Proof Number Four
Josephs Descendants to Come to the Everlasting Hills
There is a passage in Genesis chapter 49 that has strong ties to the Book of Mormon. Jacob, the old patriarch, is dying. Were reading his last words as he pronounces prophetic blessings upon his sons and upon his two grandsons, words concerning the descendants of Joseph.
" Joseph is a fruitful bough, even a fruitful bough by a well, whose branches run over the wall The blessings of thy father have prevailed above the blessings of my progenitors unto the utmost bound of the everlasting hills; they shall be on the head of Joseph, and on the crown of the head of him that was separate from his brethren."
An interesting passage, indeed. Joseph and his descendants have been separated "from his brethren."
Here are a couple points to consider: 1) Joseph is a fruitful bough by a well. Whats a "bough" and whats a "well?" Let scripture answer scripture. The Psalmist said,
" O Shepherd of Israel, thou what leadest Joseph like a flock Thou hast brought a vine out of Egypt; thou hast cast out the heathen, and planted it She sent out her boughs unto the sea, and her branches unto the river "
--Psalm 80: 1,8,11
The "bough" is Josephs lineage and the "well" is the sea. The remnant escaping Jerusalem is the flock of Joseph. And where did the Shepherd of Israel lead the flock of Joseph " whose branches [lineage] run over the wall [sea]?" Over the seas unto the New World. To be separate from his brethren.
Isaiah says,
" they [Israel] wandered through the wilderness; her branches are stretched out, they are gone over the sea." --Isa.16:8
Second point to consider: where are the "everlasting hills?"
Biblical Proof Number Five
The Everlasting Hills
Wherever they are, the "everlasting hills" are in Josephs Land. And thats where his descendants went.
Try this
If you look at a map of the world and find the longest chain of mountains on it, according to Duane Crowther, youll discover the everlasting hills. They are the mountains which come up out of the sea, way up in the north at the very western tip of Alaska. The mountains rise out of the sea, they curve down through Alaska and Canada and the United States and Central America, and continue all the way down to the tip of South America, where they disappear back into the Sea.
--Doctrinal Dimensions, pp.55, 56
Those mountains truly seem to be "everlasting." Theyre the longest mountain range on earth.
" Its clear," says Crowther, "that Jacob knew what would happen to the Book of Mormon colony when he predicted that some of Josephs branchesnot allbut some of Josephs brancheswould run over the wall; that his descendants would be greatly blessed and that those blessings would prevail above the blessings of all his brothers because they would extend to the utmost bound of the everlasting hills as they came to the Americas. He prophesied that those blessings would be on the head of him that was separate from his brethren. Thats Lehi, we believe, who came with his people and settled in the Americas." --Doctrinal Dimensions, p.56
I have found no better interpretation of Genesis 49.
Biblical Proof Number Six
America is Josephs Land
Thank God for the Bible. We need not "second guess" where the "everlasting hills" are. Moses gives us a detailed description of Josephs Land in Deuteronomy 33:13-16. America is Josephs Land and the choice pasture to which the Shepherd of Israel led his flock. There can be no other. No other land fits the description; not Africa, not Europe, not Asia, not Australia, not former Russia.
Let me say a brief word about the destiny of two lads, then make mention of some historical earmarks that bear out our claimAmerica is Josephs inheritance. First,
Judah and Joseph
Though Jacob (Israel) had twelve sons, two were set apart. Destined for prophetic greatness: Judah & Joseph.
" The Sceptre shall not depart from Judah but the Birthright is Josephs."
--Gen.49:10, I Chron.5:2
Judahs Sceptre and Josephs Birthright: two prophetic promises earmarked for the endtime. Two distinctive promises most Protestant Christians, generally speaking, know little about. All the sceptres blessings, privileges, and promises pertain to Judah, from whom comes the royal family of Israels race. Jesus, our blessed Messiah, is from the tribe of Judah.
Protestant Christians know about the messianic promise; its Gods birthright promise to Joseph were unfamiliar with.
The Messianic covenant was separated from the birthright, and given to Judah, the fourth son of Jacob and Leah, while the birthright fell to Joseph. This individual separation of the Septre and the Birthright took place previous to the death of Jacob.
Joseph was promised the Birthright! And what was that? Land! Joseph, through his two sons, Ephraim and Manassah, was to become the father of many nations which were promised to the fathers of Israel. Nations and land were promised to Joseph and his descendants.
And out of all the nations, there was one set aside to be " choice above all others " The Americas. Saved for the endtime. And Josephs descendants were to settle in Josephs Land and become an Ensign to all other nations.
Yes, two lads and their inheritancesJoseph and Judahplay key prophetic roles in the endtime.
For one, the Lord promised Joseph that a righteous branch would come from his seed (II Nephi 2:7).
Saints, prepare for the harvesting of that seed.
Seed that has been planted from Liberty jail to Susquehanna River, from Alabama to Africa, from Birmingham to Bermuda, from Carthage to Calcutta, from Detroit to Denmark. Seed planted and destined to rise to prominence during the endtime. Perhaps in our day.
Biblical Proof Number Seven
America is "Precious," Choice Above All Others
Again, thank God for the Bible. Listen to what Moses says about Josephs Land, America:
" And of Joseph he said, Blessed of the Lord be his land, for the precious things of heaven, for the dew, and for the deep that coucheth beneath. And for the precious fruits brought forth by the sun, and for the precious things of the ancient mountains, and for the precious things of the lasting hills, and for the precious things of the earth and fullness thereof, and for the good will of him that dwelt in the bush; let the blessing come upon the head of Joseph, and upon the top of the head of him that was separated from his brethren. The first born of his blood is adorned with glory, and his hors are the horn of the unicorns; with them he shall push the nations together to the ends of the earth; and they are the myriads of Ephraim. And they are the thousands of Manasseh."
You say, how can you be so sure Moses is talking about America? Notice, he makes a list of those things in the land that are " precious "
Seven characteristics.
Lets make application.
America, like on other nation, fits. With the divine purpose of freedom of religion in mind, our founding fathers came to these New England shores.
Our constitution was built upon the Law of Moses, and the law of our land finds its root in the Old Testament. The very inscription that appeared upon the bell that rang out the birth of this nation is found in the Word of God:
" proclaim liberty throughout all the land unto all the inhabitants thereof "
America has accepted as he King and Ruler the God of Israel, for we sing in our anthem, " Long may our land be bright, with freedoms holy light, protect us by thy might, great God and King "
In our "Pledge of Allegiance" to our nations flag we declare this nation to be " under God "
Yes, from its very inception, America has enjoyed " precious things from heaven "
America has always been the breadbasket of the world. Our nation is a land that looks to no other people to supply our needs. We are the "feeders of the world." This is one of the earmarks that would identify Josephs heritage. Like Joseph of old, America too feeds a starving worldspiritually and physically.
What precious things come out of our hills! Metals. Gold. Copper. Silver. Approximately every ore upon the face of the earth can be found in our land. Our precious metals supply has been one of the foundations for Americas wealth.
Fruits, vegetables, and oil! How blessed America is. No other country compares.
The Lord is using a bit of colorful language. Hes talking about our great rivers, fountains, and lakes. America surpasses any other country in the world when it comes to great rivers and great lakes.
In the forests of the United States are found some of the biggest, oldest, and highest trees in the world. Especially in the national forests of California.
Americans are a forgiving people, filled with good will. We win our wars and then help rebuild our enemys shorelines. Our shores are constantly open to immigrants. Lady Liberty is our trademark.
There you have itseven characteristics of our great nation. Yes, Moses was talking about America!
Biblical Proof Number Eight
The Bible Prophesies of the Book of Mormon
" And the vision of all is become unto you as the words of a book that is sealed, which men deliver to one that is learned, saying, Read this, I pray thee; and he saith, I cannot, for it is sealed. And learned, saying, Read this, I pray thee; and he saith, I am not learned."
--Isa.29:11, 12
Isaiah prophesied of the sealed book that was to become "the vision of all." In late February, 1828, Joseph Smith sent Martin Harris to New York with a copy of the Book of Mormon characters. He was to meet with Professor Charles Anthon, "a gentleman celebrated for his literary attainments." The professor asked Mr. Harris if he would bring the plates so he could translate them.
" I informed him," said Mr. Harris, "that part of the plates were sealed, and that I was forbidden to bring them. He replied, I cannot read a sealed book."
Obviously, an apparent fulfillment of Isaiah 29. The book is delivered to two men, one learned and one unlearned. One a professor and the other a farmers lad with a third grade education. Joseph recognized throughout his lifetime that his education and knowledge were limited. He must depend upon the Lord for understanding.
As a side note, though the theme of our essay is: the Bible witnesses to the Book of Mormon, the Book of Mormon also witnesses to the Bible. For instance,
" And the angel spake unto me saying, These last records [Book of Mormon] shall establish the truth of the first [Bible] and shall make known to all kindreds, tongues and people, that the Lamb of God is the Son of the Eternal Father, and the Savior of the world; and that all men must come unto him or they can not be saved "
--I Nephi 3:192,193
Biblical Proof Number Nine
Ezekiels Prophecy of the Two Sticks
The prophet Ezekiel looked into the future and foresaw two nations and two records would some day be joined into one. The so-called "parable of the two sticks" deals with Israels division into two kingdoms.
" The word of the Lord came again unto me saying, Moreover, thou son of man, take thee one stick, and write upon it. For Judah and for the children of Israel his companions; then take another stick, and write upon it. For Joseph, the stick of Ephraim, and for all the house of Israel his companions; and join them one to another into one stick; and they shall become one in thine hand." --Ezekiel 37:15-17
Ezekiel is prophesying the restoration of Israel in these last days.
The Hebrew prophets deplore Israels separation, which occurred because of wickedness (compare Zech.11:24). The day Ephraim (with nine other tribes) broke away from Judah became a turning point in Israels history (Isa.7:17). Since that day, Israel has remained divided into two "houses," or kingdoms (Isa.8:14). Isaiah calls the division of his people an "open wound" that the Lord will heal as his coming to the earth draws nigh (Isa.30:26,27). The Last Days, p.126
The two sticks coming together in the endtime is a wonderful Biblical pronouncement. The Lord says, " When two nations shall run together the testimony of the two nations shall run together also" (2 Nephi 29:8). Of course, the sticks are really books and nations " running together " The Smith Bible Dictionary states:
" A book in ancient times consisted of a single long strip of paper or parchment, which was usually kept rolled upon a stick, and was unrolled when a person wished to read it."
Back to the testimony of the two nations "running together."
In his prophesy, Ezekiel saw that each of the two kingdoms was to have a record, or stick. The record of Judah is easily identified as the Bible " for Judah [the Jews], and for the children of Israel his companions " The record of Joseph [records of the Lost Tribes of Israel] is connected with the prophesied Book of Mormon " the stick of Joseph, which is in the hand of Ephraim, and the tribes of Israel his fellows "
The prophet Lehi, with whom the Book of Mormon begins, was among those originally from the northern kingdom who had come, or whose forefathers had come, to live in the kingdom of Judah, for he was a resident of Jerusalem. His family came to the American continents and the record they kept is a record of the descendants of Joseph in this hemisphere. Through the instrumentality of the prophet Joseph Smith, the record of Josephthe Book of Mormonhas joined the Bible to serve as a dual witness of the divinity of Christ. Prophecies of Joseph Smith, p.170
These two books [the Book of Mormon and the Bible] become one in the endtime. A dual witness.
Hosea prophesied a marvelous thing:
" I have written to him [Ephraim] the great things of my law, but they were counted as a strange thing." --Hosea 8:12
God wrote some wonderful and great things to Ephraim in the Bible, but he wrote even more wonderful (strange) things to him in the Stick of Joseph.
For example
Ezekiel describes the stick of Joseph as being of a dual nature: 1) the record is to be "the stick of Ephraim," and 2) it must also be " for all the house of Israel his companions." Then Ezekiel adds that the stick of Joseph is to be " in the hands of Ephraim, and the tribes of Israel his fellows." Ephraim, of course, was the leading tribe among the tribes which were carried away captive by Assyria and which are now known as the Ten Lost Tribes. Prophecies of Joseph Smith, p.171
Ephraims descendants will lead the way in the last days.
Jacob, the patriarch, lay dying and gave the following blessing concerning the last days:
" And Jacob called unto his sons, and said, Gather yourselves together, that I may tell you that which shall befall you in the last days." --Gen.49:1
Jacob was speaking of our day, the " last days."
In the last days a book will come forth "out of the dust" that will speak of the regathering of the ten lost tribes of Israel preceding the Lords return. The Lord will choose the tribe of Ephraim as his evangelists to begin the gathering. The Book of Mormon will be "in the hand of Ephraim" first, then flow to "all the house of Israel his companions." To the other nine tribes.
Theres a great possibility, if youve embraced the Stick of Joseph in these last days, youre an Ephraimiteone of Gods endtime evangelists chosen to proclaim the endtime message.
Biblical Proof Number Ten
The Two Sticks will become One in our Day
" The Lord says, they [the two sticks] shall be one in mine hand." --Ezek.37:19
Think of it!
Can you imagine a world where there are no Jews or Gentiles?! No Israelites or Christians?! But a world united, full of Gods peoplemoving together in one accord, coming against the armies of Satan, destroying strongholds, tearing down principalities, while the glory of the Lord begins covering the earth as the waters cover the sea.
When the two sticks become one in the Lords hand, the Jews and Gentiles will join together. The two houses, Israel and Judah, will become one. What glory awaits us.
Listen to the Word of the Lord:
" And it shall come to pass that the Jews shall have the words of the Nephites, and the Nephites shall have the words of the Jews, and the Nephites and the Jews shall have the words of the lost tribes of Israel; and the lost tribes of Israel shall have the words of the Nephites and the Jews."
What joyous news!
" And it shall come to pass that my people, which are of the house of Israel, shall be gathered home unto the lands of their possessions; and my word also shall be gathered in one. And I will show unto them that fight against my word and against my people, who are of the house of Israel, that I am God, and that I covenanted with Abraham that I would remember his seed forever." --2 Nephi 29:10-14
What prophetic news we share.
Each nation knows its writings best and each nation embraces each others scriptures. Jews and Gentiles will embrace the Book of Mormon while Israel embraces the Bible.
Herein lies the power and beauty of the joining together of the two sticks: Their coming together will "Christianize" the Jews while the Church becomes "Jewish." Both become united, moving under that same godly anointing, accomplishing what the politicians have longed for but have failed to producepeace in the middle east.
Gods Army at last conquers the earththe Old and New World. Soldiers of the Cross spread the fullness of the gospel to the Four Corners of the earth, and bring home to Zion the spoils.
One last thought
Sectarianism Destroyed
As the Lord combines the two sticks and they become one in his hand, they who embrace the two sticks will perform the saving mission of Joseph of Oldwho befriended his brethren and delivered them from a famine. Joseph of Old is a type of the power of God destroying sectarianism, that awful spirit in our land.
Sadly, sectarianism has created a famine of love and forgiveness among Gods people, especially in America. America is the most sectarian nation in the world. The world, however, will not believe the gospel totally, will not believe God sent Jesus, until the saints demonstrate unity and love in Josephs Land (Jn.17). The Spirit of revival will crush denominations. The two sticks coming together will destroy the famine, the isolation among the saints, thereby ushering in the fullness of the Gentiles on this continent.
What wonders lie ahead.
There we have itten biblical proofs of the Book of Mormon.
I return to my original statement, " Show it to me in the Word and Ill believe it." I have done that. The Bible indeed points to the Book of Mormon.
I have taken scriptures from the Bible that point to the Book of Mormon and its messageGods regathering of the Lost House of Israel in these last days.
Its my prayer, you will ask the Spirit of God if these things be so.
Page posted on March 18, 2001
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Mean it! I have been having a blast in SoCal. The weather has been "mostly" nice. A bit chilly for me but still warmer than Florida right now. We have seen and done so much, but the "work" starts today. I can't wait to see the new Creative Imaginations products. They licensed Star Wars and for a geek like me, that's awesome. I also can't wait to see the new SEI in person. It looks way yummy on the computer screen. Can't wait to love it and touch it and squeeze it in person.
I will try and keep you posted. I have a digital camera and should be able to take lots of photos. I will try and upload my SNOW photos too. That's right, I said snow. It's been 20 years since I have seen snow and there is a reason. It comes with cold weather which I hate. Brad and I drove up to 5500 feet yesterday to visit the 200 inch Hale telescope at Palomar Observatory. Brad said it wasn't cold, I disagree. The snow was not melted all the way, that means cold. I had on LOTS of layers, gloves, a hood, a vest and I was still freezing. What a wimp I am.
I am also still trying to get my sleep patterns adjusted. I have been up for hours and it's only 6:30am. I am going to see Drew Carey tonight at a comedy club at 10pm. It would be a shame if he made jokes about the sleeping lady in his audience if I was not awake to hear them. LOL.
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The Senate Finance Committee was expected to markup Sen. Wyden's (D-OR) Preserving America's Transit and Highways (PATH) Act today, but the vote was put on hold until after the week-long July 4th recess while the two parties continue to negotiate. The bill attempts to provide a short term funding boost for the long-troubled Highway Trust Fund, which is expected to run out of cash by late July as TheHill.com explains:
The traditional funding source for transportation projects has long been collected from the federal gas tax, which is currently set at 18.4 cents per gallon. Infrastructure expenses have outpaced revenue from the gas tax by about $16 billion annually in recent years, partly due to increases in fuel efficiency and a decline in driving.
The PATH Act purported to provide a $9 billion cash injection to the Trust Fund primarily by eliminating stretch IRAs (essentially raising taxes on investments and nest eggs by $3.5 billion over ten years), increasing taxes on heavy trucks, and a hodge-podge of other tax-loophole gimmicks, such as revoking passports for nonpayment of delinquent taxes. However, a Chairman's modification to the underlying bill issued only a few hours before the scheduled markup struck the Heavy Vehicle Use Tax hike, which was expected to raise $1.3 billion over ten years, leaving a large gap in revenue and making it even harder for Senators to find agreement on the legislation.
This isn't the first time the Highway Trust Fund has hit a "roadblock," so to speak. The fund has been repeatedly bailed out with billions from the General Fund over the past six years. It's clear another short-term measure is only kicking the can down the road and won't address the program's underlying problems. So far, lawmakers on Capitol Hill seem to be focused only on the revenue side of the ledger as one proposal after another has focused on raising taxes or even trying to find savings from the U.S. Postal Service to fund highways, truly a robbing Peter to pay Paul scenario. However there are some commonsense steps lawmakers should take first to restore solvency to the trust fund before turning to taxpayers with hat in hand.
Davis-Bacon is a blatant piece of special-interest, pro-union legislation. It hasn't come cheap for taxpayers. According to research by Suffolk University economists, Davis-Bacon has raised the construction wages on federal projects 22 percent above the market rate.
James Sherk of the Heritage Foundation finds that repealing Davis-Bacon would save taxpayers $11.4 billion in 2010 alone. Simply suspending Davis-Bacon would allow government contractors to hire 160,000 new workers at no additional cost, according to Sherk.
2. Stop raiding the Highway Trust Fund for non-highway projects: The Heritage Foundation's recent issue brief on the infrastructure funding crisis highlights the way funds are diverted to state and local projects that are outside the intended use of the trust fund:
Transit—including light rail, trolleys, and buses—marks the largest diversion. In 2010 alone, it received 17 percent, or $6 billion, of federal highway user fees, even though it accounted for only about 1 percent of the nation's surface travel.[3] Despite receiving a portion of federal user fees for decades, transit has failed to reduce traffic congestion or even maintain its share of urban travel. For example, between 1983 and 2010, traffic volumes in the nation's 51 major metropolitan areas increased by 87 percent, peak travel times in those areas increased by 125 percent, and transit's share of passenger miles fell by one-fourth.[4]
The transportation alternatives program is another diversion. From FY 2009 to FY 2011, the Federal Highway Administration obligated over $3.1 billion for these activities, which included pedestrian and bicycle paths and facilities, recreation trails, landscaping, environmental mitigation, and transportation museums.[5] The current surface transportation law, Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century (MAP-21), eliminated a handful of previously eligible activities but still required a 2 percent set-aside of total highway funding to fund the remaining ones.
3. Increase privatization and implementation of private-sector innovation: Decreasing the role of big government is the go-to solution for one problem after another, from student loans to health care to energy. Transportation and infrastructure are no different, despite the tendency of some to believe otherwise. The Mercatus Center has a recent working paper that outlines numerous ways increased privatization and adaption of private-sector technologies can address transportation costs and inefficiencies. As the paper explains:
The funding shortfalls result mainly from the lack of basic economic principles to guide the provision of public highway and aviation infrastructure. Prices are not aligned with users' contributions to congestion and delays, investments are not based on benefit-cost analyses, and regulation inflates operating costs.
Increased privatization would help better align use and cost and would change user behavior based on economic benefits.
Of course, the bottom line is that we shouldn't be spending money we don't have. The coming Highway Trust Fund shortfall has been anticipated for a long time and not only have lawmakers waited until the eleventh hour to try to strike a deal, but funds have continued to be dispersed above the rate gas tax revenues have come in. Last-minute deal making rarely bodes well for taxpayers. We should reject tax increases and insist on a long-term solution that addresses our out of control spending problems first.
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Profiles in Liberty: Jihun Han
National Taxpayers Union Foundation's communications department is always writing. Under the direction of Executive Vice President Pete Sepp and Communications Manager Doug Kellogg, the two communications interns are hard at work producing the media pieces you see on Government Bytes and in national news sources. Our goal is to introduce interns to the media relations field by having them research government programs, identify and connect with reporters and bloggers across the country, and help staff develop better ways to communicate with taxpayers.
Jihun Han is one of NTUF's communications interns and hails from Portland, Oregon. As a junior at Syracuse University, he is double-majoring in Broadcast Journalism and Political Science. Jihun has been interested in politics from a young age, but running for President of his high school's Student Government Association renewed his interest in elections and campaigns, and he has since volunteered for several political campaigns in Oregon. Jihun enjoys learning Mixed Martial Arts and has competed as an amateur -- he is currently undefeated!
How did you become interested in politics?
JH: My dad was a big influence because he is a small business owner who achieved the American Dream. He came to America during the 1980s and started a local chain of grocery stores. In 1st grade, we had to do a show-and-tell presentation on anything we liked, and while most kids did their presentations on summer trips or their favorite toys, my dad encouraged me to do my presentation on George W. Bush, and his presidency to that point. I knew then that politics was going to be something I would study for years to come.
What are your career aspirations?
JH: I want to pursue a career in broadcast journalism. While I'd like to focus my career on sports, I also want to get involved in political commentary. I want to be the conservative Keith Olbermann.
What have you enjoyed most about living in the DC area?
JH: I've mostly enjoyed the atmosphere here in Washington, D.C. It's exciting to work in our nation's capital!
Do you have any personal heroes?
JH: I admire Muhammad Ali. Not only is he considered one of the greatest athletes in history, he was also one of the first athletes to express his political views publically. He wasn't afraid to speak his mind and was honest with the media, qualities I admire a lot in anyone.
What have you been working on at NTUF?
JH: I have been working on the Late Edition blog posts, which provide taxpayers with the latest news related to where their money is going. Each day I research different policies, from around the country and around the world, which will have an impact on spending and tax revenues. I then pool this information into a convenient list for taxpayers which is published Mondays through Thursdays.
What do you enjoy doing outside of the office?
JH: I enjoy seeing friends, but my time here in Washington, D.C. is mostly dedicated to learning all that I can from this summer and advancing liberty in my own way. I like spending time at conferences and reading up on current events.
Why did you choose to work at NTUF?
JH: I chose to work at NTUF because taxes affect everyone; these are issues that affect our daily lives. I wanted to work in communications this summer, because I felt that this field would best prepare me for the future I hope to have in broadcast journalism. By working at NTUF, I hope to gain insight into how non-profit organizations interact with various media outlets. At school, I interviewed many different organizations for articles and broadcast wraps, so it's been interesting (and informative!) to see media from the other side of the equation.
What has been the most interesting thing you've researched while at NTUF?
JH: I've been interested in the Yoga Tax Bill; it's more complex than most people realize. While it does add a sales tax on fitness centers, it also includes a tax cut for middle income earners. So, it has become a very polarized issue. One side doesn't like the bill because it's adding a sales tax on something which is perceived as generally beneficial, and the other side doesn't like the fact that it's adding another tax, but they appreciate that the bill is cutting taxes for that middle income group of taxpayers.
What advice do you have for future interns?
JH: Embrace failure. There will be times when you're struggling with something, or it just doesn't turn out at all how you had hoped. It's important to recognize failures and learn from the mistakes you've made. Overcoming failure can make you a stronger and better person than before. Also, don't be afraid to ask for advice about better ways to do whatever you're working on. People are generally willing to help you if you're struggling with something new!
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What Budget Florida's 19th District Voters Elected
Yesterday, voters in the from Fort Myers to Marco Island in Florida elected Republican Curt Clawson as their replacement for Congressman Trey Radel (R-FL), who resigned in January. Curt Clawson received 67 percent of the vote with Democrat April Freeman receiving almost 30 percent. Now with the newest Member of the House of Representatives decided, taxpayers are still left with questions as to what measures Congressman-Elect Clawson will push for to change federal spending.
How might spending change with the addition of Curt Clawson to the House? It's hard to tell. On Friday, I posted a breakdown of all of the potential budgetary measures that were proposed by the three front runners (including Libertarian Ray Netherwood). The line-by-line report took the candidates' direct quotes and campaign materials and matched them with scored legislation and budgetary data. My conclusion: It was time for the campaigns to give Americans more details. I was only able to score two of Clawson's proposals. Some were too broad to be directly linked with a price tag while others were unclear in exactly how they would reform a particular program or government activity. April Freeman and Ray Netherwood were not any clearer.
Now with the campaigns over with, Curt Clawson has the opportunity to clarify his positions.
What we know: Both of Clawson's scored proposals would cut federal spending, combined by $395.8 billion for each of the next five years. One would be to cap the budget at 19 percent of GDP (-$331.9 billion) and the other would repeal the Affordable Care Act (-$63.9 billion).
What we don't know: Quite a bit. Ten of his twelve policy items currently carry unknown budgetary changes. Here are three categories that do not necessarily include all of his proposals:
What all of this means: Without a more complete fiscal picture, it is difficult to know what to expect from the new Congressman. Many of his proposals would likely decrease federal expenditures but it is difficult to say whether or not possible new spending would be offset by those savings. The dollar-figures just are not there right now. Clawson has pledged to bring about pro-growth tax policy, spending restraint, and to reign in out-of-control government. In order to do so, he will need legislative measures, some of which will include spending changes.0 Comments | Post a Comment | Sign up for NTU Action Alerts
Washington D.C. Approves Tax Cut Reform; Senator Rob Portman Calls for Corporate Tax Cut – Late Edition, June 25
Today's Taxpayer News!
The D.C. City Council approved the so-called "yoga tax" bill on Tuesday that will enact income tax cuts, while also expanding the sales tax base. The bill passed with an overwhelming 12-1 vote. The Washington Post has the breakdown of the bill!
Senator Rob Portman has called for tax reform that includes a corporate income tax cut to keep American jobs from going abroad. Newsmax has the latest on his proposal!0 Comments | Post a Comment | Sign up for NTU Action Alerts
Government Spending Gone Wild: California's Record Setting Budget
California legislators and Governor Jerry Brown just approved the state's largest budget to date at $156.3 billion, continuing the Golden State's affinity for out-of-control spending. The budget plan, which goes into effect on July 1st, includes funding for greater preschool access, increasing welfare grants, and expanding public health care. Despite the looming $74 billion unfunded teachers' pension liability, lawmakers even included plenty of funding for the high-speed railway.
In 2008, Californians voted in favor of Proposition 1A, approving borrowing over $9 billion to fund a high-speed railway that could take a train from Los Angeles to San Francisco in only 2 hours and 40 minutes. The ballot measure was backed by 8,000 words of legislation, now under close scrutiny. Last November, a Sacramento judge ruled that the state agency was not in compliance with the strict language of the proposition. With those funds tied up in court, the recent budget allots 25 percent of profits from the state's cap and trade program for construction.
The budget sets the general fund, which pays for most of California's expenditures, at $108 billion, a major 9.6 percent boost over last year. Income taxes supplied 67 percent of the general fund for fiscal year 2012-2013, and the latest budget relies on the income and sales tax increases from a November 2012 ballot initiative. These increases expire after seven and four years, respectively, which will likely leave legislators scrambling for new revenue to maintain the state's reckless spending.
California is oft noted for its fiscal troubles, having one of the worst credit ratings of all of the states, second to Illinois. Some of these difficulties stem from not saving during times of expansion to prepare for future recessions. In an effort to change, the legislature has deferred to voters the final decision on the California Rainy Day Budget Stabilization Fund Act. If passed, the proposition would require the state's controller to deposit 1.5 percent of general fund and capital gains revenues into the Budget Stabilization Account (BSA) when they exceed 8 percent of the general fund.This savings plan could improve California's credit rating, but first, the state must pay down its debt. The proposition would also require that starting in 2015 and lasting until 2030, 50 percent of BSA revenues be used to pay outstanding fiscal obligations. While this might be a step in the right direction, based on current projections of general fund revenues and California's debts, it will take decades for the state to pay its obligations and the BSA will grow at a glacial pace. With high-speed rail construction estimated to cost $68 billion and last until 2029, it's clear that California legislators should reassess priorities and focus on maintaining financial solvency. This will require taking bolder steps toward reining in state spending and imposing real fiscal discipline in Sacramento. 0 Comments | Post a Comment | Sign up for NTU Action Alerts
Health Care Spending Increasing Amidst Uncertainty
For the first time in five years, the rate of growth in healthcare spending is projected to increase from the previous year. Those are the findings in a new report from major consulting firm PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC), which forecasts a 6.8 percent growth in health industry spending in 2015. But what does that mean for consumers and taxpayers?
According to the PwC report, several key factors will contribute to more healthcare spending in 2015:
Importantly, the report attributes a significant portion of new healthcare spending to newly-insured Americans who qualified for coverage under the Affordable Care Act (ACA) and will be shopping for coverage options. Next year also happens to be the deadline by which state-run insurance exchanges must become self-sufficient according to the law, but as health spending and enrollment in ACA plans is projected to grow, many states aren't sure how they'll pay those bills.
As Sarah Kliff at Vox.com notes, the federal government has already issued $4.6 billion in taxpayer-funded grants to help states launch their own insurance marketplaces. At least 15 of the 17 states that opted to run their own exchanges have indicated that they will continue to do so in 2015, and in light of considerable uncertainty about how much it'll take to finance them, that could mean either:
Regardless of which path states choose to take, significant spending will be required to keep up with increasing healthcare costs. As the PwC report notes:
"A stronger economy and millions of newly insured Americans mean an uptick in spending growth for healthcare organizations. That may be a welcome respite from recent years of budgetary pressure. But the fact that health spending continues to outpace GDP underscores the need for a renewed focus on productivity, efficiency, and, ultimately, delivering better value for purchasers."0 Comments | Post a Comment | Sign up for NTU Action Alerts
Steve Forbes on Fiat Monetary Systems
If you've ever felt intimidated by the complexities of U.S. monetary policy and the financial system, you're not alone. According to Steve Forbes, CEO of Forbes, Inc. and two-time candidate for Republican nominee, even neurophysicists and engineers are often perplexed by our country's monetary system due to confusion propagated by the Federal Reserve. In his new book, Money: How the Destruction of the Dollar Threatens the Global Economy – and What We Can Do About It, Forbes and coauthor Elizabeth Ames try to remove the veil of confusion surrounding the U.S. monetary system, assessing the Fed's role in the 2008 financial crisis and subsequent declining economic growth rates. The book, which has received praise from prominent policy experts, Ph.Ds., and CEOs, argues that fiat money and Fed interventionism have greatly weakened the U.S. monetary system and financial market. The authors suggest a return to the gold standard as a solution to this potentially disastrous problem that threatens the well-being of American citizens and the entire global economy.
Forbes explained the premise of his argument for a stable currency that is convertible to gold at a book forum hosted by the Cato Institute. He claimed that the government has a responsibility to "provide sound money" that is "unchanging in its value," citing the Constitution and U.S. Monetary Commission of 1876, respectively. According to Forbes, a stable currency leads to less uncertainty, resulting in more economic freedom and prosperity. Conversely, fiat money, which is based entirely on trust in the government, increases uncertainty and the size of government, ultimately leading to economic volatility. The Fed's ability to manipulate interest rates (which some economists refer to as "the price of money") undermines that trust and disrupts communication in financial markets by corrupting price signals. For example, when the Fed lowers the Federal Funds Rate, it encourages risk-taking in unproductive entrepreneurial activities that waste resources and would not occur in a freer financial system. In contrast, artificially high rates inhibit productive investments, preventing future economic growth. This economic loss is difficult to grasp because it is impossible to miss products, technologies, and services that do not exist in present society. To illustrate his point, Forbes asked the audience to imagine a world without Apple products. If you didn't get the picture before, it quickly became apparent. Forbes claimed that if the monetary system hadn't been taken off the gold standard in 1971, the U.S. economy would be fifty percent larger than it is today.
Forbes's coauthor Elizabeth Ames further explained how a fiat monetary system is a danger to democratic society and should be a bipartisan concern. As the Fed continuously increases the money supply and inflation skyrockets, the value of the dollar decreases, eroding citizens' savings. A monetary system in which the currency is not fixed to a commodity can be arbitrarily increased, which effectively levies a tax on everyone. The link between effort and reward is severed as inflation destroys the wealth of citizens on fixed incomes, and artificially low rates benefit borrowers in the financial sector. Ames posited that while this pattern has widespread financial ramifications, it also impacts society on a social level, citing research that shows inflation has a stronger connection to crime than unemployment. Although the current fiat monetary system should be a matter of bipartisan concern, the monetary expansion that has occurred over the last forty years has actually led to increased political polarization and dissension in society.
After presenting their case against fiat monetary policy, Forbes and Ames provide a solution to our monetary woes, suggesting a return to the gold standard. They believe tying the dollar to gold will restore the trust and communication in the financial market that has been destroyed by unstable currency. They suggested gold is the ideal commodity to represent monetary value because it is flexible to maintain market needs, rare (but not too rare), convertible, durable, malleable, easy to transport, and maintains its intrinsic value, and argued that fixing the dollar to gold should be codified into law as an act of Congress. In their view, the measure would not result in a restriction of the money supply's ability to expand, but rather a monetary system in which the supply of money accurately reflects the value of goods and services produced in society.
Forbes, who serves on the Boards of Directors for the National Taxpayers Union, has been a long-time supporter of comprehensive tax system reform. He has called for a move towards a simple, flat-rate income tax system. As our economy continues to suffer in the aftermath of the financial crisis, Forbes's proposal to return to the gold standard offers policymakers a potential solution to the nation's monetary troubles.
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Profiles in Liberty: Steve Adams
NTUF tries to school interns with the skills they need to succeed. During their time at NTUF Headquarters, research interns are given the title of Associate Policy Analysts and conduct much of the same research as full-time staffers. Through the months of reading legislation, conversing with personnel, and getting used to working in an office environment, we aim to help them excel, regardless of whether they end up in public policy.
Steve Adams is one of our Associate Policy Analysts. He grew up in Varina, Virginia, and attends Hampden-Sydney College. Entering college as a Physics major, he plans to graduate next year with a BA in Government. In previous summers, Steve worked as a rental car sales associate and has taken advantage of many internships; last summer he had the privilege of interning in the Congressional Office of Representative Robert Hurt, who represents Virginia's Fifth District.
What has interested you most about living in the DC area?
SA: Growing up in a very rural town and attending college in a rural area, I haven't had very much exposure to the "city life." My experience over the past two and half weeks - though it has been a bit of an adjustment - has revealed to me why many folks find urban life so intriguing and desirable. There are definitely more things to do. Furthermore, the idea that so many important things are going on just a block or two away from my apartment is incredible. I can be sitting in my room simply watching baseball on TV and four blocks away, President Obama is sitting in the Oval Office making crucial decisions that dictate the future of our nation. It's very humbling.
When you're not at the office, what do you like to do for fun?
SA: I've been fortunate, and have made several solid friendships with my fellow interns at NTUF. If I'm not spending time with them, I'm spending time with the many college friends who are working in the DC area. Though I'm not from around here, I'm fortunate enough to know quite a few people that are living in northern Virginia and Washington, D.C.
What is one honor you have received in which you took great pride?
SA: I received a nomination to attend the United States Naval Academy. Unfortunately, because of my colorblindness, I was unable to attend. But, the honor of being deemed suitable and worthy to attend one of the greatest institutions of higher education in the world will always mean something to me.
Who is your political hero?
SA: For some time, Alexander Hamilton has been a political hero of mine. Born out of wedlock as a very poor, mixed race child in the Caribbean, Alexander Hamilton had many hardships to overcome. Despite his socioeconomic status, he rose to become one of the prominent political leaders of the 18th century and one of our key founding fathers. Were it not for his contributions to the Federalist Papers, there's a reasonable chance that the Constitution would not have been ratified. His economic policies as the Secretary of the Treasury helped a struggling American economy recover from a severe depression in the 1780s, and his view of the power of the executive as outlined in the Pacificus Papers revolutionized the role of the executive branch in a way that (in my opinion) contributed to the success of the U.S. in both its early years and throughout its entire existence.
How did you become interested in politics?
SA: I wasn't interested in politics until I took an AP Government class in 12th grade. My teacher, Mr. Boggs, was extremely knowledgeable and passionate about politics, and his class developed my interest in the subject. It was because of that class that I changed my college major from Physics to Government, and the rest is history.
What are your career aspirations?
SA: My career goals, like everything, are still developing. Though I've always dreamed of pursuing a career in public office, the changing political climate has me second-guessing that aspiration. Nevertheless, I want to be involved in Congressional affairs and/or public policy in some way or another. NTUF is the perfect organization to prepare me for this, as my responsibilities expose me to the actions of Congress, the inner workings of public policy, and the importance of tax reform.
What is a standard day at NTUF like for you?
SA: I grab a stack of proposed bills and begin researching. My research beings by looking through the text of the bill itself. Every now and then a bill will specify the amount of money that would be appropriated to fund a project or action. If it does not, however, I check the Congressional Budget Office for a spending estimate on the bill, but finding a CBO estimate is like finding a six-leaf clover. After that, the next step is typically contacting the sponsor's office to see if they have an approximation of the spending or savings that would occur if the bill is enacted.
What have you learned while at NTUF that has most interested you?
SA: Undoubtedly, the most interesting thing that I have learned is how difficult it can be to figure out how much bills cost. Sometimes bills are so complicated that even the legislators who propose them and their staff know little about their cost.
What is the most interesting bill which you have researched?
SA: The most interesting bill I have researched thus far has been a sunset act. The bill would establish a commission to review federal agencies to see if they are being efficient and effective, as well as to see if there is still a public need for the agency. The commission would then be able to abolish agencies where they determine that a public need no longer exists.
Stay tuned for an interview with Jihun Han. Be sure to check out our previous interview with Research Intern Daniel Simmons.
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Spain Looks to Cut Taxes; IRS Commissioner Refuses to Apologize for Lost Emails; McCarthy Says to Let Ex-Im Bank Expire? – Late Edition, June 23
Today's Taxpayer News!
Spain has proposed massive tax cuts in a country that is still recovering from a double-dip recession. The reforms would also widen the tax base. Reuters has the latest!
IRS Commissioner John Koskinen appeared in front of the House Ways and Means Committee to explain the lost IRS emails related to the Tea Party targeting investigation, refusing to apologize... Politico has the breakdown of the hearing!
House Majority Leader-elect Kevin McCarthy won't support reauthorization of the Export-Import Bank, which is set to expire in September. The bank puts taxpayers potentially on the hook for billions of dollars in loans for foreign buyers.0 Comments | Post a Comment | Sign up for NTU Action Alerts
Net Neutrality Take-Down with Seton Motley of Less Government - Speaking of Taxpayers, June 20
Perhaps you've seen HBO's John Oliver rant about net neutrality, or heard some talking head going on about it? Less Government's Seton Motley joins the podcast to take-down wrong-headed arguments in favor of this misguided set of regulations. Pete & Doug break down the latest taxpayer news; and the Outrage of the Week!0 Comments | Post a Comment | Sign up for NTU Action Alerts


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Two Reasons to Use Abstract Classes in C#
Do you find yourself writing the same methods over and over in different classes? Say your project needs both a "Dog" class and a "Cat" class — do you end up writing a "sleep" method for both? What if, in two months, the client needs you to add a "possum" to the system? Do you end up going in and retyping "sleep" instructions yet again? When you're modeling a system with many similar parts, it takes way too much time and effort to keep duplicating code for each class. Imagine how hard it would be to maintain a large project with thousands of classes! Besides, it violates the DRY principle of good programming: Don't Repeat Yourself! There must be a better way.
Thankfully, C# has built-in features for sharing code between classes. One of these is called an "abstract class". Just create a new class with the keyword "abstract" (e.g. "public abstract class Mammal") and write in its body all the methods you would like your other classes to share in common. Since an abstract class is still a class, your "Cat" and "Dog" classes can inherit from it using a colon (e.g. "public Cat : Mammal"). This means that instead of writing a "sleep" method for each animal, you only need to write it in the "Mammal" class, and the other animals will be able to use it too.
But if any class can have inheritance, why not just use a regular class? The answer is that abstract classes have two special features:
- They cannot be instantiated (made into objects),
- They can have special methods called "abstract methods".
"Wait a minute," you may be thinking, "Why would I want a class that can't become an object?!" Sounds useless, right? However, consider the purpose of an abstract class: it contains common methods (and fields) that multiple child classes inherit from, but it does not attempt to follow these directions itself. In fact, a parent class is often missing vital information about the methods and fields it contains, because each child may use them a little bit differently. The "Mammal" abstract class only has what is common to all mammals — since some mammals can't crawl and other mammals can't gallop, the "Mammal" class can't do either one. Imagine what would happen if you tried to instantiate a "generic" mammal: you'd get a featureless mass of hair, muscle and bone that probably wouldn't survive on its own! In the same way, it is undesirable (sometimes dangerous!) to leave a class open to instantiation when it is simply a placeholder for common features. Guard against this possibility by using an abstract class.
What if two classes have methods so different that the only common factor is their name? This is where an abstract method comes in handy. An abstract method looks just like a normal method, except it has the word "abstract" (e.g. "abstract exampleMethod(args);" ) and a semicolon ";" instead of body brackets "{}". What does it do? It basically tells each inheriting class to create its own method with that same name. For instance, since a dog and a bat both sleep, you could write a "sleep" method in the "Mammal" class. However, there are very few commonalities between a dog's sleep and a bat's sleep. So instead of trying to account for each individual animal's sleeping habits, you would make the "sleep" method abstract. Now the code won't even compile until each animal that inherits from "Mammal" has a method called "sleep", using the "override" keyword to replace the abstract one (e.g. "public override sleep(args) {}" ). Now even though all mammals sleep, each individual mammal can sleep in its own way. After this, you may be wondering, "Why even bother putting that method in the parent class? Each inheritor is going to have its own version anyway." You really do want to have that abstract class, not to prevent syntax errors, but to prevent human memory errors. You may know intellectually that all mammals sleep, but without a mechanism forcing you to write a "sleep" method for each mammal, it is all too easy to forget to do so. You may not even realize your mistake until you get a phone call from the client in the middle of the night. By refusing to compile until each abstract method is implemented in every inheriting class, the C# compiler is doing you a favor: it's helping you remember the obvious.
Abstract classes help you improve your code not only through what they can do, but also through what they can't. They can hold common features for many classes to inherit, without accidentally becoming objects themselves. They can also force you to write unique implementations of a common method, preventing human errors of forgetfulness. When you set up a class hierarchy, seriously consider whether you need a normal class to inherit from, or whether an abstract class will do. It may end up making the difference between a solid or buggy program.
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Alan Charles Kors (B.A., Princeton; M.A. and Ph.D., Harvard) specializes in European intellectual history of the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries, with a special teaching interest in the deep intellectual transformation of European thought, and a special research interest in the relationships between orthodox and heterodox thought in France after 1650. He has published several books and many articles on early-modern French intellectual history, and was editor-in-chief of the Encyclopedia of the Enlightenment (4 volumes, Oxford University Press, 2002). He regularly teaches, among other courses, History 415 (seventeenth-century European intellectual history); History 416 (eighteenth-century European intellectual history); and various seminars on the French Enlightenment, the history of classical liberalism, and the phenomenon of political disillusionment. He served for six years, after confirmation by the U.S. Senate, on the National Council for the Humanities, and he has received fellowships from the American Council for Learned Societies, the Smith-Richardson Foundation, and the Davis Center for Historical Studies at Princeton University . In 2003-2004, he was a Phi Beta Kappa Visiting Scholar, lecturing around the country on early-modern intellectual history and on academic freedom. He has won the Lindback Award and the Ira Abrams Memorial Award for distinguished college teaching and several national awards for the defense of academic freedom. In 2005, at the White House, he received the National Humanities Medal, for, according to the citation, "his study of European intellectual thought and his dedication to the study of the humanities. A widely respected teacher, he is the champion of academic freedom." He has taught seminars at the Ecole Pratique des Hautes Etudes of the University of Paris and at the University of Leiden , and he gave the TB Davie Lecture on Academic Freedom at the University of Cape Town . He has served on the Board of Governors of The Historical Society and on the Executive Committee of the American Society for Eighteenth-Century Studies. In 2008, he was awarded the Bradley Prize.
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GIVE FIFTY ONE Overview
GIVE FIFTY ONE Movement Vision
"We exist so that homeless children can have a greater future."
GIVE FIFTY ONE Movement Breakdown
GIVE FIFTY ONE (GFO) is a movement to help homeless children that is composed of two different entities. Each aspect of our movement is specifically designed to help homeless in a different way, but each is united under the same vision:
(1) GIVE FIFTY ONE,L3C Brand – We create apparel and accessories to bring awareness to the problem of child homelessness through a a social entrepreneurship approach.
(2) GIVE FIFTY ONE Foundation, 501(c)(3) Non-Profit – We garner support thr0ugh a number of different resources, such as donations, volunteers and strategic partnerships to help give homeless children a greater future.
GIVE FIFTY ONE, L3C Brand Statement
GIVE FIFTY ONE is a brand that gives 51% of our profit to help homeless children.
GIVE FIFTY ONE, L3C Brand Mission
1. Create classic apparel and accessories that bring awareness to our vision to provide a greater future for homeless children.
2. Lead the way in generosity by giving 51% of our profit to our Non-profit 501(c)(3) GIVE FIFTY ONE Foundation.
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1. Provide for the needs of homeless children.
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Why GIVE 51%?
We give 51% of our profit because we believe, "it is more blessed to give than to receive."
Where does the 51% go?
We give the 51% to our GIVE FIFTY ONE Foundation to help homeless children.
Where does the 49% go?
As opposed to using 100% of our profit to run our brand, like ordinary companies, we give 51% and use the remaining 49% to sustain the brand.
The Problem of Child Homelessness
GIVE FIFTY ONE defines homeless children as those who are living in unstable conditions that include:
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Why Cubs fans need Kerry Wood
Quite simply, Woody belongs in a Cubs uniform. The Cubs need him here and the Cubs' fans especially need him here. Reeling from a horrifically bad (by recent standards) 2010 season, an uninspired offseason, and the recent death of Ron Santo (poster child for eternal Cubbie optimism), Cubs fans are in dire need of a pick-me-up.


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Well, this is a curious bit of marketing from The Weinstein Company for John Hillcoat's "Lawless." Although, considering the wonky campaign for "The Road," this is becoming par for the course for Hillcoat's films.
MTV has unveiled an infographic guide to the guns used in the film by brothers Forrest and Howard Bondurant (Tom Hardy and Jason Clarke) and sleazy special agent Charlie Rakes (Guy Pearce). We suppose the angle here is to sell the pic as a rootin' tootin' shoot 'em up -- which it is, sort of -- but we honestly don't recall the characters ever regarding their guns as more than just the necessary tools of the dirty trade of bootlegging. Certainly, Howard didn't go out of his way to marvel about the specifics of MDL MK-4 .38. Not to mention that the blistering evil of Charlie Rakes has less to do with his gun than with other means of persuasion he has at his disposal. This whole thing seems a bit odd for "Lawless," which is more about the struggle for control in the fading days of prohibition, but we suppose trying to encapsulate that into a handy visual guide is a bit more difficult.
Anyway, take a look at it below. Co-starring Shia LaBeouf, Mia Wasikowska, Jessica Chastain and Gary Oldman, "Lawless" opens on August 29th.
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These posters are a great idea. Here in today's South, as then, the moonshine crowd is also a shootin' crowd. And back in the day, guns were part of farm life--not just a part of a crime story. Didn't General Patton (from Wise, VA, a few counties west of Franklin County where this story takes place) admonish a journalist for not knowing the difference in a pearl handled versus an ivory handled revolver? Detail matters.
This and the future posters speak to the level of detail and historic accuracy that the John Hillcoat team strives for in their films--props, costumes, locations, language. Can't wait to see this! Bringing back character driven stories with awesome cinematography and acting. Enough of the big budget CGI shows...that's what video games are for.


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Hey y'all- Jamie Deen here for a minute on Mama's site.
What's the best part about eating dinner with your family? Of course: the family time you get to share. But what's the hardest part? Makin' the meal! I know what it's like to run from work, to practice, to here, to there- sometimes it's hard to keep track of where the day goes. But my wife, Brooke, and I always make time for a family supper with Jack.
After many months of thoughtful preparation, my friends at Meddin Studios along with my production company shot an amazing television pilot that centers around fast, affordable and delicious family meals. Here's just a taste.
Y'all, pull up a seat at The Family Table,
P.S. Leave a comment here and let me know what you think. I'm really proud of what we all accomplished. I'm especially happy that my mama was at the studio the entire 14-hour day while we were taping…I won't hold the "backseat directing" against her!Read More From Deen Bros.
I have watched your mama since she started on that network and have customized my cooking to be more like hers, I love her methods, her guests, her wonderful, respectful, good looking boys. I miss watching her, but now I refuse to watch anything on that network. I loved our visit to The Lady and Sons 2 years ago, Have all of the Deen family books, can't say enough good things about all of you!
By Gayle on September 13, 2013
I love the winter deenbros family table magazine!!!!! Are yu doing anymore? Did you do one before? I have tried a few out and wonderful. Watch yur mom and yur brother. So when are you getting on the network?
By Karen on May 26, 2012
Love love love everything ya'll do. Feels like family , the good kind if you know what I mean. keep on keepin on
By brinda sanford on June 21, 2011
Jamie, I love your new show! Will it air on Food Network? Congragulations on the birth of your son Matthew Deen! How blessed we are!! Nancy
By Nancy J Knapp on June 02, 2011
I am excited about this show, and hope it is a hit. Love everyone of those DEENS.
By Nancy on January 26, 2011
Jamie, I loved your videos about your new show The Family Table. When and where will it be available to watch on a regular basis? Your instructions were clear and you made it look fun and easy to do. I think your show will be as popular as your mom's and that's saying a lot. Love the Deens. Guinna
By Guinna Gregory on January 24, 2011
This show looks great......can't wait to watch it....love all shows....
By shirley Tarpy on January 19, 2011
Hi Deen Family, especially You Paula, I enjoy your show so much. Also your magazine..I have all your books but the last two...Just can't afford them right now. I would like to see, "Paula's Party" back on tv. That was such a fun show.....I am a butter gal too......Love to cook your recipes. Love all your family. My best to you, Shirley
By shirley Tarpy on January 19, 2011
Can't wiat to see more. I watch y'all lot. Keep up the good shows.
By Diane on November 05, 2010
I think this could be a great program. Keeping families together at meals is so important. Love all the Deen shows.
By Kathy on November 01, 2010
By RUBY MADDEN on October 30, 2010
Hope your show airs on Food Tv or the Cooking Channel. Jack has really grown and it's great he's getting some "air time" with his Dad - memories he'll someday treasure for the rest of his life.
By Dewanna on October 27, 2010
By JOANN on October 26, 2010
Enjoy everything the Deens do! I miss the road trips too.
Keep the shows coming!
By Susan K on October 26, 2010
This looks like an awesome show and so good to focus back on the family since our culture has lost that family connection. OK - can you take some loving and hopefully helpful criticism? Tune down the music - it's really hard to hear what you're saying. We don't want to hear the music, we want to hear YOU! Too often in tv shows music over-rides the commentary - set the mood, but don't overpower the best part - YOU!
By Lynn on October 26, 2010
Looks GREAT! I'll be looking forward to your new show. Miss your Road Trips with your brother. Love all the Deen shows!
By Jackie Durant on October 25, 2010
Can't wait to see the rest of the show. Always interested in what the Deen family has to offer. Good clean fun and great food.
By Editha Bray on October 25, 2010
I love Paul Dean's shows so I am very excited to watch your show Jamie!!! It looks like a riot!
By Codie Archibald on October 24, 2010
Hi Jamie,
I am excited and looking forward to your new show! Family dinners are important and more healthy ideas incorporating your fresh fruits and vegetables is wonderful. We all should spend more time sitting down together as a family. Your little boy is so cute! I hope your show is aired late afternoon or evenings so I don't miss a show!
By Kathy Alburger on October 24, 2010
Hey Jamie,
The video whet my appetite to view more. I love the title and think parents want to provide those moments together at the table eating good food but the time it takes for prep and clean up is at a premium in busy lives today. By the video viewed, I see hope that you can help families get valuable time and good eatin at the same time. You are a Deen:)
By Wanda Eichler on October 24, 2010
Sounds like a great concept for a show. I hope I get to watch. Best wishes!
By Joan on October 23, 2010
AWESOME! I think this show would be a hit! Not a new concept but I love the different perspective. Having Jack around is awesome too…oh and can I have your market? Stunning!
By Jessica on October 23, 2010
Can't wait for the new show! We'll be anxious to check out the first episode! Send an update and let us know when its on
By Kim G on October 23, 2010
Love the concept. Saw Mama and her boys at the Borders Store in Hilton Head many, many years ago with my daughter and have followed since. Recent trip to Savannah brought back good memories but with two grandchildren in tow didn't get to organize a visit to the resturant…December we hope…will we get this/ see this in Canada…how is it going to be aired!! How exciting.
By Maggie O on October 23, 2010
My husband and I both work and are raising three beautiful children. There is no greater time in our home then when we can all sit down at the table to share a meal together. I think your show is going to be a wonderful and I wish you lots of success.
By Tina Young on October 23, 2010
Love the concept. growning up, family meal time has always been important at our house. We have managed to instill the same sense of all is right with the world as long as the family has dinner together with our growing grandchildren. It's wonderful to be a part of traditions like this being passed on to future generations.
By Valerie on October 23, 2010
I can't wait to see this new show, it sounds like it will be a great and if it is coming from a "Deen" it has to be great! I am always looking for a good and quick meal that doesn't come from a box in the freezer! Thanks for hopefully make my life and dinners much better. Looking forward to see the show soon.
By Jamie Maines on October 22, 2010
Jamie the show will be a winner. Love to cook and always looking for new ideas.
By Patty Snow on October 22, 2010
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LUBBOCK, TX (KCBD) – October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and it's time for the annual Lynnetta Hibdon Breast Cancer Symposium. For the 6th year, Covenant is offering a panel of doctors to answer all your questions about breast cancer.
The focus is on Lynnetta because her story reminds us that you don't have to have a lump to have breast cancer.
Kristi Satterfield, an Oncology Nurse at Joe Arrington Cancer Center, explains, "Lynnetta actually had inflammatory breast cancer where she did not have a mass or a lump. It's presented to make women think it's a skin rash or infection because there was redness and a change in the actual skin on the breast. She was 30, and more and more we are seeing younger women come in who have breast cancer. So, it does not discriminate."
The Lynnetta Hibdon Breast Cancer Symposium is set for a week from Saturday at Covenant Lakeside from 10:30 to 1:00.
It includes lunch, and it's all free.
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1 cup (uncooked) whole-wheat rotini pasta
1 medium tomato, chopped
1 cup watercress, chopped
2 green onions, sliced
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 chicken breast (about 10 ounces)
1 ounce goat cheese
3 tablespoons roasted pine nuts
Crushed�red pepper to taste
Salt to taste
Black pepper to taste
Follow the package instructions to cook the pasta. Drain and set aside.
Cut the chicken into thin pieces.
Coat a pan with cooking spray and heat on medium-high. Once heated, add the chicken. Add the crushed red pepper, salt, and black pepper. Cook the chicken until it starts to brown. Remove the chicken from the pan and set it aside.
Add the olive oil and green onion to the pan. Cook until softened. Lower the heat to medium and add the tomatoes, cooked chicken, and pasta.
Once mixed together and warmed, remove the pasta mixture from the heat. Mix in the watercress and goat cheese. Top with the roasted pine nuts.
Calories: 331 cal
Fat: 14g
Cholesterol: 61mg
Sodium: 357mg
Carbohydrate: 26g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 27g


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MADISON (WKOW) -- Local favorite bands will hit the stage for Madison's first "Sweet Sounds" fundraiser.
It's a benefit concert and bake sale for Heartland Farm Sanctuary. It's taking place at High Noon Saloon on Tuesday, January 22 from 5-8 p.m. High Noon Saloon is at 701 East Washington Avenue in Madison.
Tickets are $10 per person. Heartland Farm Sanctuary recommends you purchase your tickets in advance.
Several different genres of music will be played at the event. The line-up includes: Off the Porch and Brandon Beebe. All proceeds go directly to Heartland Farm Sanctuary, which is Wisconsin's only dedicated farm animal sanctuary and shelter.
The bake sale will include treats like vegan sweets.
Lindsay Lemmer from Heartland Farm Sanctuary joins Wake Up Wisconsin Weekend to talk about the event.
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