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Actor Wendell Pierce (Treme, The Wire and nearly 80 other film and TV roles) may be many things, but one thing he is definitely is not, is a fan of the film The Help. This week he Tweeted a dialogue after seeing the film, and while he had praise for both Viola Davis and Octavia Spencer, he said that the film was "a passive version of the terror of Jim Crow South."
He further explained that after his 80 year old mother saw the film, she revealed to him that she had been employed to raise white children and that "she was hurt by the film." He further said that his mother still had ugly memories of being banned from the kitchen, denied food for a 12-hour shift and allowed water only from an outside faucet. He also added that: "the insult was that people feel this was harsh when she feels the reality was worse."
He concluded that "The Help is controversial because of its emphasis on a young white writer who exposes the hardships suffered by maids played by Octavia Spencer and Viola Davis. Hollywood loves the formula: the Great White Savior. I am tired of this cliche." Well Tyler Perry liked it so I guess it must be all right.
And I have this feeling that Pierce isn't going to be making any films with Davis or Spencer soon, do you?
On second thought, I may have to give up my resistance to see the film, tough it out and finally see The Help. It's the gift that keeps on giving!
Mandla | August 22, 2011 12:45 PM
I figured that this would be the tenor of the film But it looks like I too may have to buckle down and see it before I open MY mouth.
Mr. Clinton | August 22, 2011 11:41 AM
@sandra You're right. And people really need to get a grip because they're overreacting and being unfair to Davis. I don't think most of the people spouting off about what a supposedly degrading role she's playing have even seen the movie. Actually, many have said they refuse to see it, so their complaints are baseless -- not that their disinterest has affected box-office receipts for what is now the No. 1 film in the country.
See more of my take on the flap under the "Viola Davis' Controversial Serial Killer Role (Worse Than 'The Help'?)" thread on this great Shadow and Act blog. @The whole S&A team, thanks so much for the forum, btw!
As for Pierce, he insinuates that "The Help" glosses over the harsh working conditions of maids in the Jim Crow South. I disagree. Aibileen (Viola Davis) and Minny (Octavia Spencer) endure banishment from their employers' indoor restrooms, racial insults, false accusations of thievery and many other forms of disrespect. Plus there's the police brutality that Aunjanue Ellis's character Yule May faces and the myriad of indignities recounted by the maids in their interviews with Skeeter (Emma Stone).
If Pierce and his mother have such a big problem with the film, he has the resources and influence to produce a documentary on the same subject, and he can interview her for it. Just a thought. I happen to believe that Pierce is one of the most talented actors working these days, but I think he's way off base here.
firstname.lastname@example.com | August 20, 2011 10:31 AM
@ Other song, even though I've been told to never ask a woman her age nor weight, you can't blame a brotha for trying :-). Looking back at your posts, I don't know why I clumped you with those young whipper snappers Mantan & Afrostyling? But y'all got me thinking. In my earlier comment, I referenced Curtis Mayfield and his song "Freddie's Dead." I wonder if my point was missed or I blew it? See, I thought Sergio post was designed to get the anti-Help crowd something to cheer about, hence, he was pimpin and pandering and pushing dope. Now, those that ran to his cry were Freddies. You know, getting some of the P-fuck, aka dope that makes them feel real good. Also, Wendell Pierce, although he doesn't look like Ron Oneal (he's too fat and ugly) wore the same hat, except he was Super Fly (the song came from the movie Super Fly). Yep, Wendell was pushing scagg, Mexican mud, aka, heroin. All the Freddies' had to have some of that "oh my po' grandmother! Why oh why did the make the Help". Yes sir, hooked like cat fish at the bottom of the muddy Mississippi River.
So there it is.... "A Freddie's on the corner now… If you wanna be a junkie (or pusher man), wow!
But the youngsters probably don't know nothing about Super Fly?
And I don't care what Sergio, AfroPuffs or Shelby Cross says. Seriously, dis here help movie was a fine movie... yes sir reedy deedy. I just came back from taking my bootleg copy to my momma's house and she loved it. And listen, don't talk about my momma. *smile*
ForeignBlackChick | August 20, 2011 1:24 AM
Funniest comment thread ever lol.
I hate your posts on black women(because they seem to be too spiteful for your job of giving us film updates) but props to you for bringing out the psycho commenters this time around lol.
This was actually fun. Black americans have great senses of humour.
other song | August 19, 2011 8:31 AM
Nah bruh. I'm quite a bit older.
with that said, no disrespect intended on my early post about skippin your stuff. when you explained where u're coming from, I understood.
peace and love,
the other song
CareyCarey | August 19, 2011 8:02 AM
other song: "lmao @ tweeting textbooks"
@ Other Song, I'm laughing with you and to the point, I am heading out to my barbershop and I am sure to cause some mess up in there. Well, mess and laughter lives there (if you know what I mean) but while I'm telling lies and jive talkin', I plan on introducing the tweeting textbook theme. You know, there will be old school brothas and young bucks in the joint, so I'll get various opinions on the world of tweeters and the usefulness of the "text". It should be fun and very interesting. .. and big gut wrenching laughs will hit the floor.
Now let me guess, you're under the age of 23?
CareyCarey | August 19, 2011 8:02 AM
Afrostyling said: "yeah i mostly skip Careycarey's posts too"
MantanMan said: "i know, i can't be the only one that gets confused after ready CareyCarey's posts"
Other Song said: No, you're not the only one. I skip Carey's posts all the time. The rambling puts me off.
Oh me oh my. How could I have been so careless? I forgot that they let the underage tweet sweets in here. So... do u 3 lv me? if ys ck the bx cuz i lik u 2. wil u b my bff? b4 i go, tyl-perry-is-a-coon-&-the-help-is-bad-movie.
cell phone pic of me @ http://careycarey-carrymehome.blogspot.com/ shw me u, ok
other song | August 19, 2011 6:28 AM
lmao @ tweeting textbooks
CareyCarey | August 19, 2011 5:21 AM
@ my Mantan Man *lol*, yeah man, seriously, I hear you, and I wasn't mad. Now don't tell nobody, but in reference to my writng style and my blog, I practice over here. I not only write on my blog, I write for other outlets, i.e, newspapers and plays. My style is non-traditional and as you mentioned I'm an old dude *smile*. So, while I'm here, I try to see what works and which age groups hear my "voice" and feel my humor.
As I've said many times - this place- S&A is a gold mine of information aside from whats poppin in black cinema. I mean, one of my biggest passions is viewing movie, but I get added pleasure by listening to all the opinions of others, i.e, vents, arguments, critics, laughter, cries, moans, you name it, they all give me a peak into human behavior and what moves some, while it turns others off.
So yeah, thx 4 the hds up. c u latr. But wait, wrkin on pla, cld use yu hlp.
Seriously, anyone, firstname.lastname@example.com I need young fresh minds. I'm old-er, but never to old to learn. I am working on a humor based play. It's very hard to "pracice" humor without an audience. Just hit me and say, "hey Carey, what's up?
crabsnbarrel | August 19, 2011 4:27 AM
sorry for typos
And I have this feeling that Pierce isn't going to be making any films with Davis or Spencer soon, do you?
I don't know what reality S&A exists in to think that perhaps it would be Pierce's choice….it's Davis and Spencer who are getting praise for their film. No one is talking about Pierce. I'm sure he isn't making any deals in hollywood. And after Davis wins her Oscar, she will definitely be in the driver's seat. He'd better HOPE she doesn't PASS on HIM!!!
crabsnbarrel | August 19, 2011 4:24 AM
And I have this feeling that Pierce isn't going to be making any films with Davis or Spencer soon, do you?
I don't know what reality S&A exist in to think that perhaps it would be Pierce's choice....it's Davis and Spencer who are getting praise for their film. No one is talking about Pierce. I'm sure he isn't making any deals in hollywood. And after Davis wins her Oscar, she will definitely be in the driver's seat. He'd better she doesn't PASS on HIM!!!
BluTopaz | August 19, 2011 3:31 AM
Who cares what Wendell's mother (and all other women who survived that era) thought about the film? Colorblind storytelling is what really matters, and getting our history lessons from Lifetime movies should be required.
"the insult was that people feel this was harsh when she feels the reality was worse."
and in 100 years, textbooks will tweet that Africans begged to be taken from their homelands, Jim Crow was a nice old White man and the Civil Rights movement never happened.
Ghost | August 19, 2011 2:00 AM
We all need to get back to writing, acting, producing, or directing.
We have folks doing that as this site has proven.
What we don't have because we have sold our kids into thinking being rappers, dumb jocks, welfare lovers and/or jailbirds is OWNERSHIP.
If we had our own black owned and runned studios and movie theaters-where more variety of our culture could be shown-we wouldn't care about The Help or Tyler Perry.
Better yet if we stop ignoring any black film that does not showcase the negative images that certain films show instead of acting as if those images aren't real (like a black boy actually going to college on an academic shcolarship instead of a sports one or real black woman that aren't being used as sperm banks orr punching bags by men)
mantan | August 19, 2011 1:24 AM
lmao @ careycarey!!!!
hope you're not mad or anything, man. i was just making an observation and poking fun at the same time, lolol...
i guess i just don't get some of the references you make...but like you kind of mentioned/hinted at and tried to take a jab at me for... it cld b dew 2 a ginarashunal gap....
and also to note, i've gone on your blog before. i like it. you make more sense on there than you do on here sometimes.
peace out!
CareyCarey | August 18, 2011 12:31 PM
JMac said: "If you think this is bad, don't go to the Done Deal Forum"
Yeah JMac, I think some folks need to understand that this post - from the jump - was frosty black bait. Sergio knew what he was doing when he posted it. He's probaply licking his lips and smiling with a sh*t eating grin on his face.
For damn near a month, the smallest mention of The Help brought out the worst in movie lovers; black, white, fat and greasy. So all the gut shots, knee jerks and monkey see monkey do, is to be expected.
JMac | August 18, 2011 12:09 PM
If you think this is bad, don't go to the Done Deal Forum.
CareyCarey | August 18, 2011 11:45 AM
Afrostyling said: "yeah i mostly skip Careycarey's posts too"
Now see, I know I'm gonna get in the most trouble for playing with the kitties (even though they're playing the tune), but I thought it was so sweat that afropuffs wanted me to mention her name too. Oooooh, I am so honored.
Lets see, she said, "Oh Snap! *grabs popcorn*"
Now that's some deep shit right there. Who would to skip over that? *lol*
And by the way, what was this post about? What... snaps, cracks, haters, The Help and blast backs? Well, as Schultz would say (from Hogan Heroes) "I know nothiiiiiiiing"
hopskotch | August 18, 2011 11:26 AM
From the looks of all these comments! Some of us have too much time on our hands! We all need to get backt to writing, acting, producing, or directing. This shit is getting out of hand. @Serigio I think you want a piece of TP (sexually). You keep this man's name in your writing. I can only imagine!
AfroStyling | August 18, 2011 11:17 AM
yeah i mostly skip Careycarey's posts too.
CareyCarey | August 18, 2011 10:57 AM
"i know i can't be the only one that gets confused"
And you go by the name of Mantan man! *eyebrow raised* And the other song is swinging off your nut sack.... Uuuuuummm. :-)
I bet you understand that... don't Y'all? *BIG SMILE*
Listen, Dude and Dudette stop smelling your upper lips and get your tongues out of my ass, DUDES. :-( ¿Entienden eso?
You guys are like Henny Penny, and she thought the sky was falling down. So I see where you're coming from. Confused!?
sandra | August 18, 2011 10:23 AM
I'm afraid "The Help" is becoming Viola Davis' "Monster's Ball".
Notorious | August 18, 2011 9:21 AM
Why does Sergio? think that Pierce would not be workingwith the two actresses in the film in the future? He didn't insult them and certainly actors usually don't make casting decisions anyway. If they worked in this film they are likely to work with him if aksed.
other song | August 18, 2011 9:19 AM
No, you're not the only one. I skip Carey's posts all the time. The rambling puts me off.
Notorious | August 18, 2011 9:18 AM
Inglorious Bastards IS a comedy and Jews did NOT LOVE it!
mantan | August 18, 2011 8:58 AM
i ain't one to keep the drama going....but does anybody understand what careycarey says half the time?
i know i can't be the only one that gets confused....dude, you are too abstract for your own good.
and where's adam scott thompson when you need him, i know he would've called bondgirl "coongirl" by now, lololol.....
CareyCarey | August 18, 2011 8:40 AM
@ Tired, "I don't even know why I bother to read the comments sometimes"
Now that's a good question that only YOU can answer... *eyebrow raised*
But if you've noticed, there has been over 20 DIFFERENT people reply to this post... doing their own thang.
You can have the floor on any and every post (hundreds) that are posted on this site... to do YO thang. Say it loud... and you really DON'T have to read ANYcomments .
"those of us who might actually lend a constructive voice to the fray"
Huuuummmm... who say ye - be? And how do you spell "constructive" and "fray"? I tend to believe that every voice in a discussion that bobs & weaves (just like in real life), ebbs and flows (just like in real life) are relavant and should be heard. If not, the party might be reduced to a boring circle jerk of like minded individuals. This ain't your granddad's Oldsmobile, baby.
Jay | August 18, 2011 8:09 AM
Good questions. The primary demographic of the movie is white females (I can't guess the age range though). It's a film whose dominant theme is about female bonding under extreme circumstances.
The racial dynamics are lopsided and awkward at best and at worst — seditious.
But, there must be an element of feminist critique/debate in the relationships of the women presented onscreen. The few black males in the film (the unseen abusive husband is more of a point of tension) are without a voice. So, the dominant themes of women bonding under hardship is the most useful frame of reference, I think.
Again, the racial context within the Hollywood tradition of 'white saviours' tends to blind the (alleged) virtues of the film; were the characters acting true to the period? Were the protagonists more than 'types'? Are they aware of their struggles within the larger social context?
How about sexuality? Or religion? How does that play into their struggles?
For those that liked the film: Did the filmmakers deliver on the promise of emotionally bonding with the protagonists?
Granted, this isn't my type of movie — I'm not the demographic for this picture — but for those that are: did the racial dynamics destroy the credibility of the story and characters? Did it become only a story of overcoming racial oppression? Or was it more than that?
ANGRY MAD BLACK WOMAN | August 18, 2011 7:37 AM
Tired | August 18, 2011 7:33 AM
I don't even know why I bother to read the comments sometimes. Why can't we state our (educated) opinions without stooping to middle school taunts and jabs? It seems like the same 5 people are on heavy rotation under every single Shadow & Act post: more than likely because those of us who might actually lend a constructive voice to the fray get exhausted by the sophomoric back and forth between the regulars.
And Orville makes the most sense. It can all be summed up here "Hollywood doesn't care about the black audience, they care about making money" Rather than continue to uplift THE HELP by discussing it can we talk about how we can motivate black audiences to spend money on the up and coming filmmakers who are actually shedding light on well rounded black stories that don't dilute and don't stereotype?
The filmmakers are making the films they just need more support from "you".
Afrostyling | August 18, 2011 7:30 AM
wow...its a war zone in here.
Mecca | August 18, 2011 7:18 AM
Yes. It is very sad that we don't have any Black films in 2011 written, produced and directed by Black people. We pretty much only have Tyler Perry. *womp womp*
I am so tired of people ranting about "The Help" it would not have been a huge success if the script was flipped and a Black person played Emma Stone's role.
So, people who rave about how good it was are deluded folks.
*no comment* BondGirl aka Psycho-Whitey
B | August 18, 2011 7:08 AM
Much love, Wendell. Knew I always liked this dude.
Orville | August 18, 2011 6:43 AM
I have a question for the writers on this blog and other online critics and it is The Help a feminist film? The majority of the cast is female and Skeeter , Abileen, and Minny are supposed to work together to overcome oppression.
Okay, yes The Help is a racist film that whitewashes the history of black female domestic workers. However, aren't we just moving in circles? Hollywood doesn't care about the black audience it only cares about profit. The reason The Help is a hit is because Emma Stone's character is the center of the film and this can be marketed to white women. I am a bit disappointed some people are trying to say this is a feminist film because it is not in my opinion. This movie just continues the same negativity against black women in my view that they are subordinate to the white woman.
I like this blog because it lets me know about what black people are doing in the film industry. However, it is also kind of sad that there hasn't been a black film released that has made a lot MONEY besides Tyler Perry flicks.
And I think that's the quandary, when are WE going to support movies that really make a lot of cash with a majority black cast in quality film roles?
BondGirl | August 18, 2011 6:41 AM
Aww man, I didn't spell a slang word correctly?? I guess my parents did a good job raising me! All that reading of "Black Negroes Past & Present" paid off!
As for that IQ crack, I don't know what number it is, but you can ask my alma maters NYU & WUSTL, since they are both 12th & 33rd best in the nation. Now, which community college did you go to?
Yeah, I'm a white guy...what was the giveaway? The Nat Turner reference or the Malcolm X quote? Do us a favor...increase your dosage of Ritalin to 50mg. Thanks.
CareyCarey | August 18, 2011 6:37 AM
Everybody's misused him, ripped him off and abused him. Another junkie playin'
Pushin' dope for the man, a terrible blow, but that's how it go. A Freddie's on the corner now If you wanna be a junkie, wow! Remember, Freddie's dead.
That's right y'all, MoMoney is in the house. Well, that's what they used to call me when I was doing my thang - back in the day, and I'm here to tell there's a whole lotta pimpin' goin' on! Yeah, game recognize game. And game is made to be sold and not told... but this is a freebie. And as JMac and Darkan noted, watch the dog that brings you the bone. Oh yeah, they peeped that hold card when the sh*t hit the floor... Wendell WHO?... is tweeting about WHAT!!!? Lord have mercy... if that ain't some sh*t (some dope) for the consolation prize winners.
Didn't y'all hear Curtis Mayfield? He said Freddie is dead, y'all, and pimpin' ain't easy but it looks like it pays reeeeeeeal good. I mean, somebody said Wendell (who's playing a middle aged, crude, crass and adulterous married black man who has a sexual affair with a 16 year old white boy) said....., and ALLthe bruised and confused Help haters want some of that dope.
Freddie is dead y'all, but if you wanna be a junkie, WOW!
Another junkie pushin' dope for a man, a terrible blow but that's how it go, and all the mice came out to play... Come on now, give the drummer some... coughmeccacough "they can attempt to distort images of history in cinema but the real proof exists in history books and minds of many older, wiser individuals like our grandmothers, grandfathers, uncles, aunts etc"
But don't look now, cuz JMac got the real dope... that mean green antidote thing! "I'd rather watch The Help than a flick about some fat black closeted married gay man finding kids on the internet for sex. Will the white kid help him express his sexually in ways he couldn't before? Or maybe the white drug dealer will straighten black chick out"
OOOuuuweeeee, that's some of that James Brown sh*t... The Big Payback, and I'm Black And I'm Proud.
By the way, who posted this and I wonder why.... huuuuummm? **Chorus sings** A Freddie's on the corner now... If you wanna be a junkie (or pusher man), wow!
Mecca | August 18, 2011 6:06 AM
@ BondGirl
You are an idiot! This back and forth feud going on is a waste of time. I need grammar, spelling and writing lessons? Um you didn't even spell ain't properly. LOL
I find it very hilarious that you are trying so hard to enlighten me about Black history and film when you are a supporter of the film "The Help" . LOL Really? "The Help"??
I think you are a white person posing as a Black person it is very obvious.
Oh, and some of those films on your list don't belong on that list.
BOOM! Class Dismissed ?? Really? You are so lame. Grow up!
BondGirl | August 18, 2011 5:51 AM
Yeah I saw the film...you think I'm like the ignorant critics of the film who only watch the trailer and then comment?
1. Inglorious Basterds was a comedy?? INCORRECT, IDIOT. It's an adventure war drama. Do your research.
2. LOL, I'm neither house nor field slave...I am free, see Massa tried to imprison me but I was like Nat Turner and revolted. You are still imprisoned in your mind, thinking ppl are out to get you. As Malcolm X said, "You left your mind in Africa!"
3. Why I'm on S&A a'int ya business.
4. Maybe you should spend time getting grammar and spelling lessons instead of critiquing films, especially ones w/ black actors in it.
5. You say, "Hollywood loves stories that focus on whites saving Blacks from their deplorable, miserable lifestyles and giving them a new beacon of hope." Umm, yeah films like The Secret Life of Bees, Miracle at St. Anna, Seven Pounds, Ray, Hancock, The Pursuit of Happyness, The Princess & The Frog, Law Abiding Citizen, The Great Debaters, Winnie (2011), 12 Years a Slave (2012), I, Alex Cross (2012), Pastor Brown (2012), The Inheritance (2011)...should I go on? Or do you have more militant nutso conspiracy theory bullshit to spew?
BOOM! Class dismissed.
Mecca | August 18, 2011 5:41 AM
"Notorious Bastards" LOL.
Don't bother explaining yourself to BondGirl he/she or (both) is a clueless, confused individual on the wrong site w/ an IQ of 85.
DJK | August 18, 2011 5:24 AM
@BondGirl @Afrostyling.
I'll man up that. That was my bad. But for the record, I DID know the name, which is why I caught the error in the first place. The first name I suggested was the exact same name of a friend -- so between that, late morning lull and a brain freeze, there you go.
other song | August 18, 2011 5:23 AM
Nazis were saving Jews in Inglorious Basterds?! wtf? Did you watch the same movie I did?
or was it some bootleg "Notorious B.A.S.T.A.R.D.S?"
Minnie | August 18, 2011 5:16 AM
I think Sergio has a crush on Tyler Perry. He/She does mention his name often.
Laura | August 18, 2011 5:13 AM
Hey Mecca
Don't hurt her!!!! Bwa ha ha ha
Tamara | August 18, 2011 5:12 AM
*face palms* *blinks*
I'm feeling mighty bad about [this dead] horse.
*winces as the flailing and beating continues*
"the insult was that people feel this was harsh when she feels the reality was worse."
the harshness that is depicted in film (fiction) be it expertly done or poorly directed will always be less than the reality. even a documentary would not display the exact harsh reality of what those women went through.
Laura | August 18, 2011 5:10 AM
It seems like you're my go to person. I agree. I found the irony so rich that S & A lifted his tweet and made a posting about his view of the film. Particularly after the heated debate we had about his upcoming film.
I will say this once and I will say it again. I don't have a problem with people seeing the film. I have a problem with people PAYING to see this film.
Afrostyling | August 18, 2011 5:06 AM
Oh Snap!
*grabs popcorn*
Mecca | August 18, 2011 4:58 AM
@ Bond Girl
Do your research and if you're gonna comment on film history, stop watching only Do the Right Thing! And btw, there was no savior in The Help…it's in your mind. The women helped each other.
Lmao! You are telling me that I need to get my facts straight when you are the one who is really incorrect. "There were no saviors in the help" Ha! Wow! You really gave me laugh with that one. Did you read the book? Did you watch the entire film? Maybe you saw something different than the rest of us who disliked the "Help" and it's falsehood story.
I did not mention "Inglorious Bastards" for a reason. That is a comedy first off and I was discussing films that were dramas not comedies.
Do The Right Thing?!? C'mon now is that all you got? Ugh! You are a house negro slave you think just like one!
Moreover, why are you on S&A?
You said: I grow tired of every black film like this having to be some kind of healing talisman for black people's continuing pain. And yet we accept the most vile stereotypes against black men and women in movies made by black people.
JMac | August 18, 2011 4:54 AM
Damn Darkan, slipped in there while I was typing. LOL
JMac | August 18, 2011 4:52 AM
His sentiment fits with mine on this film.... However, I don't think he's in the position to bad mouth a movie based on its subject matter. If I had to choose between the two, I'd rather watch The Help (bootleg or part of my normal cable subscription) than a flick about some fat black closeted married gay man finding kids on the internet for sex. White Savior vs. Black Pathology - with possibly some White Savior elements thrown in. Will the white kid help him express his sexually in ways he couldn't before? Or maybe the white drug dealer will straighten black chick out. I wouldn't be shocked if either happens.
Maybe it's just me.
BondGirl | August 18, 2011 4:48 AM
@DJK: EPIC FAIL! Get YOUR facts straight!
@Mecca: Yeah, there was a Nazi movie where they saved Jews...maybe you've heard of it, it got 8 Oscar noms...Jews LOVED it...INGLOURIOUS BASTERDS!! Do your research and if you're gonna comment on film history, stop watching only Do the Right Thing! And btw, there was no savior in The Help...it's in your mind. The women helped each other.
I grow tired of every black film like this having to be some kind of healing talisman for black people's continuing pain. And yet we accept the most vile stereotypes against black men and women in movies made by black people.
Darkan | August 18, 2011 4:39 AM
Really Wendell? Thanks for your opinion but then on your end you're playing a middle aged, crude, crass and adulterous married black man who has a sexual affair with a 16 year old white boy. Hmmm.... Although I agree with him, I HOPE HE APPRECIATE THE OPINIONS PEOPLE ARE GONNA HAVE ABOUT HIS PROJECT.
Afrostyling | August 18, 2011 4:30 AM
lol @ DJK's correction fail. You didn't even know the right last name. Lolz.
I dont know why people are still looking up to the NAACP as some beacon of civil rights? Of course they would support this crap.
Mecca | August 18, 2011 4:28 AM
@ Gina
You make a very valid point. We never see films depicting Nazi Germans as "saviors" doing "good" to help "save" poor, lower-class Jews in Hitler's ruling period in the 40's.
Well, there is "Schindler's List" but other than that when the story involves whites they make sure they tell it there way and not the other way around.
Whites will forever have blood stains on their hands they can attempt to distort images of history in cinema but the real proof exists in history books and minds of many older, wiser individuals like our grandmothers, grandfathers, uncles, aunts etc.
Ignore my typos!
DJK | August 18, 2011 3:53 AM
Yes, the gifted Octavia Spencer! :) I stand -- double corrected; but at least, it was fixed and credit was given to the right actor; @Sergio, didn't quite catch the gist of your snark. Please clarify.
Sergio | August 18, 2011 3:39 AM
What the hell are you talking about? You mean all black people don't look alike?
Duncan MaNutz | August 18, 2011 3:38 AM
Can't argue with "The Buck".
Cynthia | August 18, 2011 3:38 AM
@DJK You mean Octavia Spencer, right? Correction made!
Shelby Cross` | August 18, 2011 3:31 AM
I agree with Mr. Pierce completely. I did not see the movie but downloaded two chapters of the book on to my kindle from it's sample option and new within the first five pages that the voice of the character was written from a white perspective and that it way "the great white savior" story. I deleted it and told ALLL of my friends that were so excited to see it, to count me out.
T'Challa | August 18, 2011 3:30 AM
If you're gonna see it, don't pay for it. You have to "vote" with your wallet. Too bad it already exceeded box office expectations..
And boycott that JHud, Winnie Mandela pic too, for the simple fact the directors and producers did not even consult Mrs.Mandela on a movie about HER life..
Gina | August 18, 2011 3:28 AM
You know, reading his tweets after he saw this film with his mother really hit me because his mother seemed profoundly hurt by the film.
I hate how well the film is doing because it will just encourage Hollywood to make more films like this and The Blind Side and Mississippi Burning and the countless other films that present a white savior to poor black people.
I wonder why we continue to put up with these revisionist stories that continuously downplay the harsh realities of the situations African Americans are faced with?
I have yet to see Hollywood try to sell a feel good film about a German Nazi trying to save a group of Jewish people while depicting that the harshest thing the Jewish people had to go through was just some unpleasant "Mean Girl" like attitudes. They wouldn't, because they know people would have a fit, yet they constantly do it to us and we just take it.
DJK | August 18, 2011 3:27 AM
@Shadow and Act Editorial team --
Please fact check, especially your 2nd sentence. It's not Octavia BUTLER, it's Octavia DANIELS. That's quite a faux pas, given the well-known stereotyping of mixing names and faces, etc. of people of color, by media outlets and the culture at large. (I need not have to give myriad examples!)
other song | August 18, 2011 3:18 AM
Yet we sat here and argued about something so obvious.
I really don't see what's worth defending about this film. and the fact that the NAACP supported it is just worrying to me.
Mecca | August 18, 2011 3:14 AM
"Tyler Perry liked it so I guess it must be all right" Ha ha ha
Pierce is right! Hollywood loves stories that focus on whites saving Blacks from their deplorable, miserable lifestyles and giving them a new beacon of hope.
Oh, I just shake my head at these deluded white folks who honestly believe that they had a helping hand in "saving" Black people in the deep USA south.
Afrostyling | August 18, 2011 3:03 AM
I've always liked this guy.


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Current international students have been chosen to represent the University as Ambassadors and will play a key part in recruitment activities both within Bangor and on overseas visits as well as contribute to the support programme offered to students during their studies at Bangor.
Joyce from Hong Kong and is now pursuing a Masters at Bangor, following the completion of her undergraduate BSc in Clinical and Health Psychology
"The University has provided a range of support to me, for example the international office of the university always holds social activities and assists with visa applications. Also, the peer guides helped me to adapt to the new environment and provided information about Bangor and the UK."
Recep from Turkey is a first year Ph.D student at the School of Sport, Health and Exercise Science.
"Although Bangor is not a big city, it is probably one of the most beautiful university settings in the UK surrounded by mountains and the sea; it is perfect for outdoorsy people. For me it is large enough for energy and enthusiasm, but small enough for individualism.
Anne is from Nigeria and is 23 years old. She is studying a degree in Law and is in her third year.
"Bangor has amazing landscape and kind people "
Nebu George is 25 years old and from Mumbai, India. He's in his second year at Bangor, studying BA History and Archaeology.
"Living in Bangor means living in a place of scenic beauty. The greenery, the beach, the pier, the hills and the mountain just become a part of your daily life. In essence one tends to believe that one is living in a holiday destination."
Catherine Chen is from Taiwan and is 27 years old .She's studying MSc in Conservation & Land Management
"I heard about Bangor University at an education fair in Singapore and I chose to study here as I enjoy the nature in this area that Bangor has got to offer. Also, the university has a good support system for students."
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Rana is from Iran and is 33 years old. She is studying a PhD in Management Studies and Marketing and is currenly on her third year.
"I always dreamed to study PhD in Marketing and Management in UK and I had heard about beautiful Wales. Then I heard about Bangor from one of my friends who was studying at Bangor University. She told me about Bangor Business School and everything about the course and the university and I liked it too much. "
Van is 28 years old and from Vietnam. She's studying a PhD in Law.
"I did my Master in Law at Bangor and then I decided to pursue my PhD here because of the wonderful environment, the excellent quality of the University and the devoted support from the staff."
Christopher Heeley (Preferred name Kit), is 21 years old and is from Alsager in East Cheshire, UK. He's studying a BA in Linguistics and the English Language (With International Experience)
"The Linguistics and English Language School is incredibly personal. From week one, all students will feel involved in the lectures, the research and feel incredibly welcomed by the instructors. The students are all in it together and so work together, and all, even the quieter of us students have the confidence to openly participate."
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Twila Bakker is from Canada. She's studying a PhD in Music at Bangor University
"The lecturing staff in Music are a fantastic group. Their involvement in the undergraduate and postgraduate courses is phenomenal, and all while maintaining active international academic careers!"
Tamara is from Germany and is a 2nd year Law PhD candidate
"Since the very beginning of my stay in Bangor, I found staff and students in Bangor incredibly helpful. Thanks to them, I am now finding myself in a position where I am able to carry on their heritage and help new and existing international students myself."
Shoko Konno is 20 years old, from Tokyo, Japan. She's studying BA Journalism and Media Studies at Bangor University.
"My department offers both theoretical and practical modules, which means you can gain and train your creative practical skills before you get a job. Every lecturer in the school is supportive, friendly and approachable and that helps students to build knowledge effectively."
Qinrui is 20 years old and from China. She's studying BSc Accounting and Banking.
"Bangor University provides many chances for the students to get involved. I joined the culture challenge this year, and met my fantastic teammates! We have a lot of fun together and did well in the competition. It is really an unforgettable experience for me. Another great activity I was involved in is the exchange programme which is to help students to get international experience in other countries. It is easy join in: just submit your application form and then take part in interview. If you do well and pass the interview, then you get the chance to study aboard for a semester, a year or just a summer programme."Read Qinrui's full profile...
Peter is 28 years old and from China. He's studying a PhD in English Literature.
"Bangor University as I believe is your best choice as you can learn a lot and gain useful academic knowledge, make good friends with teachers and locals, and enrich your life experiences."
Nishanthi is from Toronto, Ontario, Canada and is studying Law at Bangor University.
"The programme that I am studying has many great features, which has helped my progress throughout the year. One such feature is the tutor programme that has assisted me in both my personal or educational aspects."
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Georgia is 21 years old and from Greece. She's in her third year studying a BA English Literature with English Language.
"Despite the fact that it is a small place, there are activities for all tastes. Life here is quite cheap as well, as there are student discounts and special offers in most stores. Finally, people here are very friendly and helpful, and it is quite a safe environment to live in."
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Changjing is 26 years old and from China. She's studying a PhD in Translation Studies.
"My teacher recommended Bangor University to me when I was at the end of my undergraduate study. I was attracted by the beautiful scenery in Wales, Bangor University's high teaching quality and its open academic atmosphere. After one year's Masters study, I became even surer that Bangor was a place I'd love to settle down in. Therefore, Bangor became my primary choice when I decided to pursue a doctorate.
I believe, our university with its all supportive staff and facilities will assist me to finish my project smoothly."
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Arathi Nambiar is 19 years old and from India.
"I heard about Bangor University at an UCAS fair in Malaysia. I chose to come here because the Psychology course is one of the best in UK. Also the view here is wonderful."
Alaa Al-Halbosy is 31 years old and from Iraq. He's in his first year of a PhD in English Literature.
"I heard about Bangor University from some friends of mine who studied at the same university. The reason why my choice fell on Bangor is that it is one of the UK's most prestigious universities regarding the satisfaction of students and its supervisors have a high reputation in the field of literature; besides being a beautiful, safe and calm which make it an ideal place for my family."
Marlee Whitford is 19 years old, from Weatherford, Texas, USA and is in the 2nd year studying Marine Vertebrate Zoology.
I feel that living in a completely different country to mine, surrounded by a culture I previously did not know was by far the hardest part for me but I have thoroughly enjoyed learning all about it!
Chandrie Cook is 21 years old and from Fort Worth, Texas and is a 3rd year student studying Sport Science.
"The best thing about living in Bangor is how small and natural it is. Some people would view this as a disadvantage, but I absolutely love it. Where else can you walk outside, smell the ocean, and see snow in the mountains at the same time? If you're ever desperate for a city, just pop to Chester or Liverpool! They're not far by train.."
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Victor Ebuele is 28 years old, from Nigeria, and is in his first year of a PhD in Chemistry.
"International students face many challenges while studying abroad such as food, the language barrier and accommodation issues, which are the major issues they initially encounter. But as an international student ambassador and also one who has experienced such issues, I am able to contribute my own advice to helping new students from different countries settle into life in Bangor."
Kayla Jones, 21, from the United States is in her second year at Bangor, studying Creative and Professional Writing.
"Moving to a new country and studying for a degree at the same time all on your own is a courageous thing to do, but it is also great to have someone who has done it before help you along the way! I want to be able to help other students who are contemplating studying here to be able to make an informed decision on coming to Bangor and to learn about all the University has to offer."
Taza Mulenga, is 22 years old and from Zambia. She is studying a BSc in Environmental management and is currently in her third year.
"As an international student I feel services such as the International Ambassador Scheme have helped me a lot throughout my stay as it not only provided events throughout the academic year, it also gave me an opportunity to meet people who were also going through the same fears and problems I have as an international student."
Tracy Yang ShiHui is 21 years old and from Singapore. She is studying BSc Psychology and is currently in her 2nd Year.
"The best thing about Psychology would be the teaching support given to us. The lecturers are friendly and approachable, allowing us to present our questions about the course easily to them. ."
Zhang Ping is 30 years old and from China. She is currently studying for a Doctorate of Education.
"Bangor is beautiful city and it is situated on the coast in North Wales. It is around an hour and a half to Manchester and Liverpool and the scenery is quite natural and beautiful - mountains, coastline and Snowdonia National Park are just near to me. It is just like a paradise to do outdoor exercise and an ideal place to study. That's why I am here."
My name is Monalisa Ofure Odibo, I'm 26 years old and I come from Nigeria. I'm studying for a PhD in Law (Alternative Dispute Resolution) within the School of Law.
"Bangor offered me a wide range of opportunities; from a vibrant research community, internationally recognised research programmes to its commitment to teaching and research excellence."
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Daniil Mihhedko, 22, from Estonia is studying for an MSc in Environmental Management.
"If you decide to become a student at Bangor, be sure to keep in touch with the International Support Office, as they organise lots of fun and interesting events. It's a great way of meeting other international students."
Charu Dada is 30 years old and from India. Charu completed an MA in Education Studies this year and is currently studying EdD Education Studies at Bangor University.
"For most international students, like me, living abroad, away from family and friends is a first time experience. It can be a daunting task adapting to a different lifestyle, culture, making new friends or even working out the currency. I found having a positive attitude and being open to new experiences helps. You might fall a few times but you will have a Happy Ending."
Dominic Wodehouse, 43, from the UK is currently studying part-time for a PhD in Mangrove Conservation within the School of Natural Resources & Geography.
"I think the Scheme is a great idea as the new students can benefit from the insights and experience of the ambassadors who have had to quickly adjust to life in the UK. I see this from a different angle as I'm British, but have lived abroad in Ukraine, Indonesia and Thailand and have travelled a lot in the past."
International Ambassador Mansour, 38 from Iran is currently studying for a PhD in Psychology at Bangor University.
"The scheme is a great opportunity for international students to gather and share their experiences, not only in academic issues but also in a multicultural atmosphere."


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Magnolia Avenue welcomes yet another restaurant with the arrival of 24 Plates today. The concept behind 24 plates is that they will offer 24 seasonal dishes. Within the ...
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Rumor - Halo 1 Remake Incoming [UPDATE]
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Written by Jayce Diaz Wednesday, December 01 2010 12:00
We'll file this one under, "More Than Likely" and, "Makes Strategic Sense", but scuttlebutt around the industry is that the 2001 smash hit Xbox title Halo (ever hear of it?) is being remade, and it'll release much sooner than you may think.
The rumor stems from the UK-based Games Master Magazine (and posted on CVG), which claims that the remake (NOT AN HD PORT) would likely run on the Reach engine and release sometime in late 2011, ten years after it initally launched back on the original Xbox.
This would make sense, because not only does it give the new Halo devs (343 Industries) a chance to immerse themselves in how Halo works before making something new, but it also serves as a refresher for those of us who haven't recently played (or never played) the original games' campaign, and want to get in on the lore. Knowing Microsoft, it'll probably ship with a beta key of some sort for Halo 4, itself rumored to be due out in late 2012.
[UPDATE] Eurogamer pressed Microsoft on the matter, to which they responded, "Right now our focus is on supporting Halo: Reach. We have nothing to announce at this time."
This is interesting, because almost 100% of the time, Microsoft's policy is to state, "Microsoft does not comment on rumor and speculation", regardless if there is any grounds or not. While this is far from a confirmation, it seems like they are definitely working on something over there.
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January 22, 2006
Blakely- A Blakely man leads Alabama authorities to the spot where he dumped the body of his neighbor early Saturday morning. Twenty four year old Thaddeous Taylor is now facing charges of murder and armed robbery. Taylor was staying with the family living next door to 55 year old Lucy Major.
Taylor is being held in the Dothan City Jail on an outstanding warrant for driving without a license in 2005, but he's also facing murder and armed robbery charges in Major's death. Dothan Police say, they're unsure of the exact circumstances surrounding Taylor's arrest, but afterward, he was questioned in the disappearance of the former Mayoral Candidate Lucy Major. Houston County Coroner Robert Byrd says Major was killed in her Blakely home.
Early Saturday morning, Taylor led police and the coroner to the remote area where he dumped Major's body. It was a wooded area off Highway 84 in Houston County outside of Gordon. Byrd said Taylor drove three quarters of a mile into the woods and dumped Major's body wrapped in a quilt into a ravine filled with about six inches of water. A weapon believed to be associated with the crime was also found behind the Winn Dixie along Highway 84.
In Blakely, neighbors along South Flowers Street are shocked at the news.
"The neighborhood is a lot of folks, and kind people and Friday night it got dark since Friday night, and it doesn't seem like the same neighborhood," said Kearria Ricks, a neighbor.
Crime tape still surrounds Major's home. Major is said to have been beaten and had one apparent stab wound. An autopsy is scheduled MOnday in Georgia to determine her exact cause of death.
Dothan Police say Taylor would likely be in court next week on the driving without a license charge and then would be turned over the Early County Sheriff's office.
Investigators say Taylor stole Major's 2005 Chrysler, and that's how police were able to track him down.
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Experimental Results from an Automatic Test Case Generator (1993)
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Constraint-based testing is a novel way of generating test data to detect specific types of common programming faults. The conditions under which faults will be detected are encoded as mathematical systems of constraints in terms of program symbols. A set of tools, collectively called Godzilla, has been implemented that automatically generates constraint systems and solves them to create test cases for use by the Mothra testing system. Experimental results from using Godzilla show that the technique can produce test data that is very close in terms of mutation-adequacy to test data that is produced manually, and at substantially reduced cost. Additionally, these experiments have suggested a new procedure for unit testing, where test cases are viewed as throw-away items rather than scarce resources. 1 INTRODUCTION This paper describes experimental results that are based on a new technique for generating test data. This technique, called constraint-based testing (CBT), uses the source code to automatically generate test data that attempts to satisfy the mutation-adequacy criteria. Elsewhere, we describe the technique [9, 12], and the details and algorithms of the implementation [29]; here we describe a set of experiments that measure CBT.


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The Best Time of the Year for Making Babies
Someone innocently created a chart so that people could determine how common their birthday is (click here to see that chart). Then someone came along and thought, "huh, what if I shift all of those dates by 9 months?" Thus, through the magic of the internet, there is now a chart depicting the most common dates for people to make babies.
Click here for our article about the seasons when people have the most sex (not necessarily for the purposes of procreation).
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Bad Valentine's Day Gifts: Do They Hurt Your Relationship?
Now that Valentine's Day is just around the corner, you may be worried about picking out the perfect gift for your partner. Is it something he will like? Will she be disappointed by your efforts? And how is a partner's response to your Valentine's Day gift related to thoughts about the future of your relationship?
Long-Distance Relationships: The Infographic
Long-distance relationships are very common. Not surprisingly, we get a lot of questions from our readers and students about whether they should stick it out with their long-distance partners, and if so, how they can make their relationships last in the face of geographic separation. Here are a few of our articles on LDRs, along with a new infographic:
- Ask Dr. Loving: Are Long-Distance Relationships Rewarding?
- Does Distance Matter?: Geographically Close vs. Long-Distance Relationships (Part 1)
- Does Distance Matter?: How To Manage Geographic Separation in Relationships (Part 2)
- Should I End My Relationship Before Going To College?
- The "Turkey Dump": Fact or Fiction?
You can check out all of our infographics here, on fun topics like facial hair and attractiveness, breaking up by text message, discrimination against single people, similarities in political views between partners, Valentine's Day and break up, and female orgasm in hook-ups vs. committed relationships.
Men: Want a Date? Take a Break from Shaving this Movember
This month is "Movember," an international movement to raise awareness about men's health, particularly prostate and testicular cancer. Men participating in "Movember" grow moustaches and raise money to fund cancer education and research.1 Yet, Movember may have an added benefit for relationships: women rate men with a full beard as more masculine, socially mature, dominant, and aggressive than they rate clean-shaven men. However, men with light stubble fare best on ratings of attractiveness and desirability for short-term and long-term relationships.2 Historically, men tend to grow facial hair during years that competition for mates is more intense (for example, moustaches were particularly popular in the early 1900s, based on images in the Illustrated London News),3 suggesting that facial hair fashion trends are attuned to the effect facial hair has on women's judgments.
Breaking Up is Easy to Do…If You Have a Smartphone
John Mayer is apparently a trend-setter among celebrities. The singer/guitarist reportedly dumped Katy Perry by email and Jennifer Aniston with a text message (recommendation: if you are dating John Mayer, hide his iPhone). And Taylor Swift is said to have been the recipient of a break up voicemail (although not from Mr. Mayer). Is this form of calling it quits isolated to just our friends in the entertainment industry or is it common among the rest of us?
Have you ever been dumped over email? Would you text a (soon-to-be-former) partner to let them know it was over? heyyy we r over bye. Technology provides many options for communicating a desire to break up while allowing us to avoid the awkwardness of dumping someone face-to-face. But how often do people use technology to break up, and are some people more likely to do it than others (or be the recipient of it)?
Getting Her There: When Are Women Most Likely To Have Orgasms?
Everyone likes a good orgasm, right? In past articles we've covered topics like faking orgasms, the function of orgasms in sexual communication, orgasms stemming from nipple stimulation, and even highlighted "everything you need to know about female orgasm." Okay, so maybe we didn't tell you everything. There's still more that you need to know about female orgasms, especially the answer to the question: when are women most likely to have an orgasm? And what sorts of relationships (e.g., romantic relationships versus casual sex) are most likely to yield sexual satisfaction? Is the big O a requirement for sexual satisfaction? First, let's back up a bit and briefly review some of the common explanations for what leads to fulfilling sex.
Are Single People Stigmatized by Society?
If you are single, after graduation there isn't one occasion where people celebrate you…Hallmark doesn't make a "congratulations, you didn't marry the wrong guy" card. And where's the flatware for going on vacation alone? – Carrie Bradshaw (Sex and the City)
Over the past few decades, the rate of marriage has declined while the rate of divorce has crept up. In spite of these major social shifts, most people still view marriage positively and think of it as the ideal state we should strive for. In fact, we hold the institution of marriage in such high regard that not only do we celebrate and reward marriages with extravagant ceremonies and gifts (even when it's someone's second, third, or fourth wedding!), but society also gives preferential treatment to people who are married. This bias favoring married over single people has only recently caught scientists' attention and we are just beginning to learn how deep this prejudice runs.
Warning! Valentine's Day May Be Hazardous for Your Relationship's Health
Valentine's Day typically serves as a time to show appreciation for that special someone in our lives or as an opportunity to take a relationship to the next level. It's a time to celebrate love in all of its forms. But can it be a dangerous time for the health of your relationship?
Holidays can be stressful, but your relationship probably made it through Thanksgiving, Christmas, Chanukah, Festivus, and New Year's in one piece. Congratulations! Valentine's Day should be a piece of cake, right? Not so fast…
The Politics of Love
When looking for partners, we are attracted to others who are similar to us. Whether the similarity lies in personality, values, or political views, individuals tend to seek those with ideals comparable to their own. However, in a recent survey of college students, the majority indicated they'd be willing to date someone with a political affiliation different than their own.


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Meagher: Batum shares early observations of Lillard, Freeland.
Sean Meagher of OregonLive posts an interview with Nicolas Batum from after Wednesday's practice. Batum shares his thoughts on rookies Damian Lillard and Joel Freeland, and things sound pretty promising. Among his thoughts for Lillard: "He's gonna surprise a lot of people. He's good, he's fast, he knows the game. And the other thing was he's such a good passer. He can pass the ball well. I didn't know that." And Freeland: "...People say maybe he's like a soft European shooter, like forward shooter, but no, he's got some big moves inside, he plays hard. I like it."


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2/10/2013-Malloy's Snow Job
There are a ton of cartoons in Gov. Malloy's budget. A reader called me this week and pointed out that the governor is giving the state workers a raise and continues the promise not to lay off anybody because the state workers are the ones who voted him into office. The point being that everybody knows what a rotten one-sided budget this is. It would be easier to take if the coddled state workers weren't getting more money. We're all in this together? Not really.
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The Badgers hope to avoid a letdown after one of the biggest wins in program history over Duke Wednesday night. Grambling State comes in with just one victory on the year and Wisconsin is 6-0 against SWAC teams, so even a slow start shouldn't be cause for concern.
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As the sun shines down on the winter filled streets in Casselton, officials are already thinking about summer.
"We are looking to finish a 2-part sewer project and also streets in town will get repaired," says Kevin Mayer, public works director of Casselton. It's a project estimated to cost more than six million dollars and affecting most of the town.
"Downtown areas will not be affected but roughly 6 blocks of sewer will be dug up and replaced," says Mayer.
But not everybody is excited about the project. Business owners are afraid that once the project gets underway, his business will be affected.
"It's going to affect them somewhat but we need to do this for the community."
Mayer says it's a dire need for Casselton to see this project complete.
"Our sewers are so old that a couple years back, we had a complete back up," says Mayer.
Mayer says he knows businesses and people living in town may be upset about the upcoming construction and is ready to answer whatever questions people have.
On Tuesday, a protest meeting was held for people to share their concerns about the project and more will be held in the coming months.
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I think most of you know that I am NO fan of Rich Cimini. He has a list on ESPN.com of all the new Jets on the roster. He makes the comment that that is a 26% turnover and concludes by saying "Such is life in the NFL." I guess I should be grateful that he didn't use this as yet another opportunity to question or bash the Jets. Instead, I can't help but feel he missed an opportunity to seriously explore this situation, because I think it is both interesting and perhaps very revealing of how Rex really feels about this team's chances of winning the SB this season. A number of you have questioned the Jets' offseason moves and some have said they think all the offseason moves were bad.
A month ago, I wrote an article entitled, "What's Going on with the Jets' FO?" in which I questioned some of the offseasons moves or lack of moves. With the added perspective of completed FA, TC over, and the "final" foster set (?), I invite you to read it again or for the first time. http://www.ganggreennation.com/2011/7/31/2308181/whats-going-on-with-the-jets-fo
Here's the link to Cimini's post:
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I think even the most fervent homers among us would say that it's very unusual for a team that has been to the AFC Championship Game the last two seasons (and is considered a prime contender yet again for the Lombardi Trophy) to make so many roster changes. A poster here recently questioned if the team was in a "rebuilding" mode. At the time I dismissed it, but the more I think about it, it is curious. Usually teams that are in the hunt for the Lombardi Trophy, pretty much stand pat. There may be a little minor tweaking of their roster, but usually what additions or changes are made, is that experienced veteran players are brought in to start or serve as key backups and not rookies. It's even more unusual when one remembers that due to the lockout, there was an abbreviated TC, no OTAs, mini-camps or off-season workouts. One would think that the smartest move would have been to keep the team intact, to keep veteran players who know the system and who have developed chemistry and a relationship with their teammates.
That is not what the Jets have done, however. Gone from the team are (Listed in what I think is roughly their order of importance):
Nick Lowery
All except Clemens contributed to the team and had value. All were veterans.
In their place, we have:
P T.J. Conley
WR Jeremy Kerley
WR Mardy Gilyard
WR Plaxico Burress
S Andrew Sendejo
RB Bilal Powell
CB Donald Strickland
LB Garrett McIntyre
LB Nick Bellore
C Colin Baxter
G Caleb Schlauderaff
WR Derrick Mason
NT Kenrick Ellis
DE Muhammad Wilkerson
Undoubtedly, some of the new players should prove to be upgrades over the long haul, but how many, if any, will prove to be upgrades in the 2011 season? Last year, the Jets got almost no contributions from their draft class. I think this year will be different, as Wilkerson should start and Ellis and Kerley could see a lot of action. Still, I think the point can be made that at least for this season, there could be a dropoff, perhaps a considerable one, in the contributions of these 14 players vs that of their predecessors. The point can fairly be made that the Jets' DL had gotten old and they wore down as the season progressed. The same can't be said of the DBs that were replaced or of the WRs, although the point can be made that Mason & Plaxico has the potential to be a LOT better than B. Smith, J. Cotchery and BE, and should at least be better. To be sure, FA had a lot to do with what happened with their WR corps, but they did get a LOT older, however, and with increased age comes both increased injury risk and risk of dropoff in production.
I haven't seen figures anywhere, but I'd be curious to see how many new players are on the Pats, Steelers, Colts, Packers, Ravens, Falcons, Eagles and other top contenders rosters. For sure we know that the Eagles added a lot of new pieces, most of whom were veterans, and the Pats loaded up on experienced vets in S. Ellis, C. Ochocinco, A. Haynesworth, B. Waters and J. Ihedigbo. It would also be interesting to compare the Jets historically to other top teams and see how many new, inexperienced players they added to their rosters. For me, it isn't just the fact that there are new faces, but rather that with this year's version of the team, ALL the new faces are either old(er) (Mason, Burress and Strickland) or totally inexperienced.
What is even more puzzling is how the Jets have handled their OL situation. Their top interior backup (Robert Turner) suffered a major injury, and will probably miss half the season. Even when he comes back, we don't know how effective he will be. They replaced him with two players (Colin Baxter and Caleb Schlauderaff) who not only are both rookies, but neither of them knows the system. They lost their starting RT (Damien Woody) and used their top OT backup (Wayne Hunter) to replace him, but who will replace Hunter? Vladimir Ducasse is who, he who contributed nothing last year and who has struggled mightily this offseason. In fairness, even if the Jets plan to add a veteran OL following the first game (in order having to guarantee the whole season's salary), who will be available? The Ravens signed one of the top interior OL available in Gurode and the Pats signed the former Pro Bowl OG Brian Waters. What happens if Slauson or Moore go down with an injury during this week's game with the Cowboys? Who will play OG for the remainder of that game?
Another puzzling move is that most contending teams seek to address their weaknesses during the offseason. I think most would agree that the Jets biggest weaknesses or question marks were: the pass rush, covering RBs and TEs over the middle, Sanchez' consistency and accuracy, and play calling. Hopefully, adding Ellis and Wilkerson will improve the pass rush, but both are rookies. Gone are perhaps last years best pass rushers in S. Ellis, J. Taylor, J. Ihedigbo, and D. Coleman. Will their replacements really improve the rush? The Jets had money to sign a Manny Lawson or Matt Roth, but didn't. Will Westermann be able to step up? Will Pace being healthy and focusing more on rushing the QB help?
As far as we can tell, nothing was done to address covering RBs and TEs over the middle except to trade Nick Lowery, who was perhaps the best coverage-type Safety the Jets had.
Unless one counts the addition of Tom Moore, nothing was done to improve Sanchez' accuracy and consistency, or the play calling. BS is still here. Many of us would like to see him go.
To the list of needs or weaknesses, I think the lack of foot speed can be added. Rex seems to prefer bigger OLBs over those who are smaller but faster. In addition, he seems to not value the OLB position very much. He also seems to prefer DBs who are great vs the run and big hitters, but who are lacking in coverage skills and somewhat in speed. If these things are true, I think they are all serious concerns about Rex's ability as a HC.
In conclusion, while I think many of the moves should improve the team in the long run, I think there is plenty of reason to not only be concerned heading into this season, but about the approach of our GM and HC to building a team and what they see as important. For now, I will give Rex the benefit of the doubt, since he's earned it.


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I managed to compile and modprobe the kernel modules in preperation to access CAN via the USB converter (Ubuntu 2.6.38-11-generic). Unfortunately, I don't have one at hands yet. May I assume, that the output
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$ cat /proc/pcan
*------------ PEAK-Systems CAN interfaces (www.peak-system.com) -------------
*-------------------------- Release_20110728_n (7.3.0) ----------------------
*------------- [mod] [isa] [pci] [dng] [par] [usb] [pcc] [net] --------------
*--------------------- 0 interfaces @ major 249 found -----------------------
*n -type- ndev --base-- irq --btr- --read-- --write- --irqs-- -errors- status
Further, the plan is to access the bus with a C compiled program. The output above is from netdev compilation, but chardev does also work that far. My C experience is a bit outdated. So, secondly, may I assume that chardev would be the easier choice to program open, read/write ... within C?
And finally, I investigated the code sample here, but it seems the termios.h headers are not on my system. Any idea of the package they should be in? (linux-headers are installed, but still ...)
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It may seem contradictory but Erin is a photographer with visual impairment. That requires a bit of explanation. She began shooting in junior high in her first photography class. She went on to become active in yearbook production and was appointed editor twice. She was probably one of the few teenagers with her own darkroom. Early in her adult life however, she lost her vision due to diabetic retinopathy. Fotunately, groundbreaking medical techniques at that time allowed her to regain a vast majority of her vision within a couple of years...with a few residual issues. Due to these issues, Erin took almost two decades off from shooting until technology (digital imaging) allowed her to begin practicing the art again. Erin feels her visual challenges give her a unique perspective and view of the world that sometimes differs from the way others see things. Erin attempts to capture that unique vision in her images, often finding detail, texture and perspective others overlook.
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