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Just like the other nights, he is stretched out across a bed of rich purple sheets and petals whiter than snow. Everywhere else she looks there is nothing but a stark, vast emptiness; save for him, smiling at her as if she is the morning sun come to greet his lips.
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Arms slide around her frame as if she is more fragile than glass; carefully, slowly, and delicately. He gazes down at her, eyes radiant with a warmth that she can feel into the deepest of her bones. "I get so lonely when you leave my side," he whispers, lowering his lips to her cheek as they travel the entire expanse of skin. "It is almost unbearable...but then you always return, just before I feel as if I shall go mad. My dear, sweet dreamer..."
"I feel so alone when I wake up now," she admits, shivering at his touch as her eyes drift shut. "I want to be by your side, always..."
As an answer his fingers begin to trail up and down her flesh; his caresses as gentle and soft as lace as he explores each and every inch of her, a familiar journey by now. Her lips part as a sigh escapes them, taking flight into the silence. He hums, lips now brushing against her own, the melody of his cadenza piercing straight into her chest and embracing her heart exquisitely.
"One day, you will," he vows sincerely as his mouth hovers above hers. "And we shall sleep in each other's arms for all eternity, dear one. I promise."
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When he pulls away she almost whimpers with agony as a bleak vacuum fills her chest. She reaches for his face, desperate to stroke the porcelain features, yet he grasps her hand with his own before she can do so.
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Her eyes snap open and she jolts into a sitting position, gazing wearily at her fingers - fingers that were so close to touching his face.
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Jul 7th, 2007, 12:42 AM
Why isn't there a mixed doubles event in the Olympics?
It would be fun to see Bob Bryan and Venus win gold.
Jul 7th, 2007, 12:46 AM
Well, it sort of makes sense that there is no mixed doubles event in the Olympics :shrug: Mixed doubles only exist in the Slams, not even in regular WTA/ATP events.
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Jul 7th, 2007, 12:49 AM
Ellery what kinda of explanation is that. Why do they than exist at GS tournaments? I doubt that enough countries could manage to get two good players for mix, but why not :)
Jul 7th, 2007, 12:51 AM
Ellery what kinda of explanation is that. Why do they than exist at GS tournaments? I doubt that enough countries could manage to get two good players for mix, but why not :)
Well, for starters, the grand slams are run by the ITF, all the other events are run separately by two different organizations (ATP/WTA).
Jul 7th, 2007, 01:57 AM
They SHOULD have mixed @ the Olympics. I still hold that tennis should be bigger @ the Olympics than it is.
There should be
Mens'/Womens' Singles/Doubles
as WELL as a WTT-style team draw as well.
And I think that would give countries a chance for LOTS of players to get involved and show the depth of tennis.
Jul 7th, 2007, 03:24 PM
Yes, that would be interesting. Singles, Doubles and Mixed and a team event.
Like they do it in table tennis...
I suppose it is true that not enough countries could come up with two players to team up for the mixed but then again, nominate your top singles players if you don't have any doubles specialists...
Jul 7th, 2007, 03:33 PM
It would be great for Mixed to be played at the Olympics :D
Jul 7th, 2007, 03:36 PM
yeh I think it would be great. You'd get some interesting pairs...
Venus/Bryan Bro #1
Serena/Bryan Bro #2 :lol:
Justine & ?? Rochus or Malisse
The possibilities are endless!
Jul 7th, 2007, 03:40 PM
Olympics tennis tournament lasts for 8 days. Could you imagine Venus or Serena or Kuznetsova or Petrova (all good singles and doubles players) potentially playing 6 singles matches, 6 doubles matches and 6 mixed matches during 8 days span?
Jul 7th, 2007, 03:47 PM
Obviously the duration of the tournament would have to be extended...
Jul 7th, 2007, 03:48 PM
Thats a good point, there simply isn't time given the current schedule.. Maybe they could play 8-game pro-sets :lol:
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Dec 17, 2012, 12:47 PM | #127 |
Well it would be extremely foolish to build a TV only for tech savvy users. And pretty much polar opposite to the principle that previous iOS devices have been built on.
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Dec 17, 2012, 12:47 PM | #128 |
I think Apple will fall short.
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Dec 17, 2012, 12:48 PM | #129 |
true, which is why i never said to do that
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Dec 17, 2012, 12:49 PM | #130 | |
However I do see it being beneficial for certain situations. |
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Dec 17, 2012, 12:50 PM | #131 |
What I am ready, willing and able to pay for now and on a monthly basis is good content.
At some point when my tvs breakdown, you betcha I will be looking around for what best suits my needs, an Apple TV sounds great. I refuse to pay for bundles of unreliable, high priced junk. Right now I want, need good choices at a fair price. |
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Dec 17, 2012, 12:50 PM | #132 | |
Doubt it though- Apple doesn't want you using a blu-ray, and this would replace your DVR. Stereo control is a huge deal for me though so I would be more than excited about some sort of device control, and wireless IR receivers sounds pretty nice- could be a third party add on if API allows it. |
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Dec 17, 2012, 12:50 PM | #133 |
HDMI bandwidth is 10.2 Gbps. Thunderbolt is supposed to go far beyond 10 in the future. I can see a need for more bandwidth if the cable is supplying video, taking camera footage, passing motion sensor info, downloading apps, etc.
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Dec 17, 2012, 12:51 PM | #134 | |
Let's leave the names to the side, and talk shop... This thread is about an Apple Television Set that not one of us knows the name of, and you want me to answer you a question about Apple naming a product "Apple TV". Can you please help me help you - why isn't there an Apple iTV(or the appropriate term/name - 'Apple Television Set') at the moment?
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I wonder if a Samsung TV will be compatible with this.
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Dec 17, 2012, 12:55 PM | #137 |
I understand that you personally wouldn't be interested in a 60" TV. I don't understand how it logically follows that a 60" TV is "stupid," or what difference it makes whether you call it a TV or a cinema. If you have the room, once you step up to a big TV, you won't want to go back to a smaller size. I was in Costco yesterday, and they had a 60" Vizio LED TV for $928, so the cost for a basic 60" model is no longer prohibitive. So why would Apple not make a 60" TV, if they think there's a market for it, and they can make the profit margin they want to make?
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Dec 17, 2012, 12:55 PM | #138 |
I hightly doubt TV's get replaced every 4 years. I would say 5-7 years would be more reasonable. Mine is 5 years and while the new LED models are much nicer, I'm still content with mine.
I highly doubt Apple will get into the TV market though. They might do another box like before with better integration with select partners, eg Sharp. Similar to how Samsung devices all work together, (eg. TV, BluRay player, and their sound systems) can be controlled by a single remote. Apple would have to sell their TV's at least 50-80% higher, and not a lot of people will pay that premium. And there's no one that would be willing to subsidize the costs. |
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Dec 17, 2012, 12:58 PM | #139 |
The coaxial cable to lightning connector is a pipe-dream. The cable companies will definitely make you have a CardCARD system. Anyways, it should be a coaxial to thunderbolt connection, IF it were even remotely feasible.
Finally, it should detect Samsung TVs and only run at 720p on those... |
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Dec 17, 2012, 01:01 PM | #140 |
That price estimate is crazy low!
Really?! $149 for a device that is a Game Console and a DVR with 1 - 3 TB of storage? I bet the 3d graphics have to be better than XBox 360 to be a contender. This does not make much sense.
The Central Hub for content idea is sound but everything else is pie in the sky. He should let his company produce that device and see how fast he goes out of business He must be thinking that customers are signing a 3 year contract or something to subsidize that wonder device.
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Dec 17, 2012, 01:04 PM | #141 |
Honestly, I think the AppleTV is pretty great the way it is and most of the updates and feature enhancements can easily come via software updates.
My wishlist includes: -Ability to subscribe to TV channels. Individual channels, not packages. -Ability to connect an iSight or similar camera to enable FaceTime. -and more functionality in the iOS Remote app that aids to the overall experience.
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I use voice commands with my xbox all the time. I only wish I could use it for other commands like turn on Apple TV, turn off TV, turn on PS3, etc...
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Forget about an integrated TV...Apple should just release a large-format Thunderbolt display (50", 55", 65") optimized for HDTV content, along with a improved set-top box.
The display, being optimized for HDTV, would be a simplified version of the Thunderbolt display that's currently made for Mac. So, this would mean a lower 1080P resolution and less i/o features, but still a FaceTime camera and microphone and one Thunderbolt input (forget HDMI input and other inputs since it is made for interfacing with the Apple set-top box). With the reduced feature-set - hopefully that would mean a similar price for a much larger display. The set-top box would be the hub for connecting whatever you would like to connect to the Thunderbolt display. And, could be more reasonable to update on a 2-year product cycle. So, your Thunderbolt monitor stays with you for a good number of years (like a typical lifecycle of a TV), but the set-top box gets upgraded from time-to-time as technology advances and keeps revenue coming into Apple. |
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It's not important in this thread, though. But there is a reason that the Apple TV is not already called the iTV. |
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Dec 17, 2012, 01:16 PM | #149 | |
As for "It's for people that want the Apple experience on a non-Apple brand TV. Just reaches more market." Oh my God! The horror of that! I have an old MacBook Pro that I use with an old Samsung external monitor. At the time, I wanted the Apple experience on a non-Apple (i.e., less expensive at the time) monitor. So if Apple does make both a TV and a set-top box, you can buy the TV, and I'll buy the set-top box. Would that work for you? |
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A mast cell (also known as mastocyte and labrocyte) is a resident cell of several types of tissues and contains many granules rich in histamine and heparin. Although best known for their role in allergy and anaphylaxis, mast cells play an important protective role as well, being intimately involved in wound healing and defense against pathogens.
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*Cellar Selection* This big, concentrated effort is currently closed, but its already hinting at ripe black fruits, solid tannins and a long future. On the finish, acidity and a black currant note give the wine a final lift. Keep this for at least five years. (2/ 2013)
Dark, grippy and very tarry, with lots of pebbly tannins driving underneath the layers of boysenberry, steeped fig and blackberry fruit. Ample baker's chocolate and dark tobacco fill in the remaining space. This will need a little cellaring to round into form, but remains a very solid, muscular version. Best from 2015 through 2022. (3/ 2013)
Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon. Very dark purple. Scented. Lots of fruit and intensity without extraneous sweetness. Whats not to like? Quite racy. (10/ 2012)
Some chocolate and raspberry character and a touch of oak. Medium body, polished tannins. (4/ 2011)
A delicious blend of two grapes, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot (probably more of the former than the latter based on the way it tastes), this wine is a classic Bordeaux. Characteristics such as cedar wood, tobacco leaf, red and black currants and a touch of licorice can be found in its medium-bodied, easygoing, supple texture and surprisingly good depth. Drink it over the next 7-8 years. (2/ 2013)
(a blend of 65% cabernet sauvignon, and 35% merlot; 35hL/ha; 13.7% alcohol) Medium red. Precise aromas of crushed raspberry, minerals, violet and licorice are still a little closed today. Then juicy and penetrating in the mouth, with brisk flavors of red cherry, minerals and spices. Firmly structured, this finishes medium long and taut, even a bit austere. (5/ 2011)
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Surround sound on the iPhone
3D Music Player Pro gives you some interesting options for enriching the sound of your music, and it does a pretty good job with only a few flaws.
3D Music Player Pro gives you some interesting options for enriching the sound of your music, and it does a pretty good job with only a few flaws. Upon launch, use the plus-sign button in the upper left to add a couple of songs from your music library and test the various effects. Once they're queued up, you can play a song and then touch the 3D Sound button to hear the basic audio enhancements in the app. We noticed a difference immediately in our testing, with the app adding a much fuller and warmer sound to our music.
Beyond the main button, there's much more to play around with in 3D Music Player Pro. Hit the gear icon in the upper right to bring up the settings screen. From there you can fiddle with all of the app's sound enhancements individually and turn them on and off to hear the results. The 3D.STEREO control lets you turn on surround sound and adjust bass output for a 3D stereo listening experience. The G.EQ control lets you adjust the levels for songs like a regular equalizer, and the ON.STAGE control gives you three options simulating the sound and reverb effects of playing the song in a studio, a concert hall, or a stadium.
3D Music Player Pro's features are fun to play around with, and each of the effects definitely enhances the way your music sounds, but the app is not perfect. When we added our entire music library, the app seemed to choke on the approximately 8GB of music. After a restart we were able to get all of our music to show up, but 3D Music Player Pro doesn't share the iPod's ability to search through your music quickly (think of the alphabetized strip of letters on the right of your iPhone music library that allows you to jump to different parts of the alphabet). This means that you'll spend a lot of time scrolling to listen to specific songs. An even bigger issue is that when you quit the app and relaunch, your previously uploaded music will no longer be listed. This is definitely a bug the developer must have overlooked and will hopefully be fixed soon.
Overall, 3D Music Player Pro is a unique app that lets you mess around with audio settings to give your music a much warmer sound. With the right bug fixes and some slight interface enhancements, this app will be a great way to get more out of your music.


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Woman Dies Days After Becoming World's Oldest
A 115-year-old US woman has died less than two weeks after inheriting the title of the world's oldest person, a relative has said.
Dina Manfredini died on Monday morning, according to granddaughter Lori Logli.
Ms Logli did not specify a cause of death.
Guinness World Records confirmed that Ms Manfredini inherited the title of world's oldest living person less than two weeks ago when fellow American Bessie Cooper died at the age of 116.
The average life expectancy in the US is 78.2 years.
Guinness spokesman Robert Young said a Japanese man is believed to now hold the title.
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Anyway I agree with the breed being a deciding factor. If a little lap dog attacks. I'll just take alittle punishment or kick it away. Now if a G Shepard or a pit is coming at me, The gun is out. I'd like to say i would try to dodge the first attack, but I also don't want to go to the hospital if I'm too slow(or the morge)
If i'm attacked, the dog may end up dead and It is the owners fault. I don't care how friendly it is around you or your kids, If its too aggresive to be out in public, leave him at home.


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A pregnant South Carolina woman who drove a minivan carrying her three young children into the ocean surf off Florida is being charged with attempted murder and aggravated child abuse.
Volusia County Sheriff Ben Johnson said Friday that 32-year-old Ebony Wilkerson is being charged with three counts of attempted first-degree murder and three counts of aggravated child abuse.
Bystanders and officers helped pull Wilkerson and her children from their minivan as it was almost submerged on Tuesday on Daytona Beach. The children are 3, 9 and 10.
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Johnson says the windows were rolled up and the doors were locked. He says one of the children tried to wrestle the steering wheel away.
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Social Security turns 79: celebrating nearly eight decades of support for women
There is a simple truth that we here at the National Organization for Women understand intimately: the fight for women's equality is not over. This Thursday, August 14th, 2014 is the 79th anniversary of Social Security and, in the face of repeated attacks on reproductive health services, continued workplace and wage discrimination, and the persistent reliance on women as guardians and caregivers, we must celebrate and protect one of the greatest pieces of legislation in the United States' history.
It's Time for Caregiver Credits
Most Americans understand that Social Security is a vital tool for our economy and for millions of retired Americans. In 2011, our Social Security system kept more than 21 million people out of poverty, especially women of color and women who work at low-wage jobs.
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The White House has confirmed that President Obama won't include the "chained CPI" (a formula for reducing cost-of-living adjustments in Social Security benefits) in his 2015 budget. This is a huge relief for women over 75, people with disabilities, and military veterans, in other words some of the most vulnerable among us.
What Would a Feminist Budget Look Like?
Here's how that all adds up: women work hard, meet their responsibilities, follow the rules — and still, too often, can't save for things like a down payment on a house in a good school district, or their kids' college education, let alone their own retirement.
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Welcome to the National Organization for Women's Social Security Birthday Blog Bash! For 78 years, Social Security has been a lifeline for millions of Americans. Currently, there are 56 million beneficiaries; 70% are retirees, 11% are survivors
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Despite the propaganda campaigns funded by conservative billionaires, we can guarantee that Social Security is a permanent and dependable source of retirement and disability income.
Social Security Turns 78 Today! Will It Make It To 80?
While Social Security is a program that is vitally important to all Americans, it is especially critical to the financial security of women.
Stuck Between the Fiscal "Cliff" and a Hard Place — But There's Another Way
The "fiscal cliff" is the kind of story the media gobble right up — hold the skepticism. The right-wing is serving up a mouthwatering tale of runaway debt, certain doom and inevitable sacrifice. Meanwhile, everyone to the left of House Speaker John Boehner is too polite to call a turkey a turkey.
The Romney-Ryan Budget: A Sketchy Plan that Makes Social Security Less Secure
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The Versatile Coconut
by Katie Cavuto-Boyle in Uncategorized, July 14, 2012
For many people, coconuts conjure up an image of a tropical island vacation but this versatile fruit has far more benefits and applications than flavoring a piña coladas. Coconuts have been studied for their antimicrobial, antiviral and immune boosting properties due to the medium chain fatty acids, lauric acid and capric acid, found in them. Fresh coconuts can be found whole in many grocery stores and ethnic markets. Coconut has been getting quite a bit of buzz lately and you may have seen a wide variety of coconut products available at your grocery store. Have you been wondering what are they and if they're good for you? Well I did too, and here is the scoop.
Coconut water is the thin, slightly opaque liquid found inside freshly cracked coconuts. One cup of coconut water has 46 calories and is a good source of fiber, potassium, magnesium and vitamin C. Opt for an unsweetened version; the added sugars and flavors make a good thing less healthy really quickly.
Coconut milk is a creamy, non-dairy alternative made by processing coconut meat with water. Again, unsweetened is best. Coconut milk is used in many non-dairy ice creams as well and let me tell you, it is tasty!
Cream of coconut is made using the same method as coconut milk and varies in consistency from a thick liquid to a spreadable semi-solid.
Coconut oil is a cholesterol-free saturated fat that can be used in both baking and cooking. It has a relatively high smoke point and is a solid at room temperature. Coconut oil may help raise HDL levels but because it is a fat, it should be used sparingly and within daily caloric and fat requirements.
Coconut flour is a gluten-free alternative made by grinding coconut meat into a fine powder.
Coconut sugar is available as a paste, a syrup or nectar, a dry block and granules. It is made by boiling the sap of coconut flowers and has a glycemic index score of 35 (similar to honey) which is less than sugar. The less it is processed and refined the better it is for you.
If you have yourself a whole, fresh coconut, take a look at Food Network Magazine's step-by-step guide on how to break it down. And if you're feeling particularly adventurous, you can drink the coconut water right from the coconut with the magazine's instructions.
What is your favorite use for coconut?
Here are a few recipes we love:
Thai Style Halibut With Coconut Curry Broth
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY I. INTRODUCTION: WELFARE REFORM IN NEW YORK CITY II. ADMINISTRATIVE CONTROL A. ORGANIZATIONAL RESTRUCTURING B. INCREASING INFORMATION EXCHANGE C. GOAL-ORIENTED POLICY D. SUMMARY III. WORK ACTIVITIES A. WELFARE APPLICATION B. PRE-EMPLOYMENT SERVICES C. WORK EXPERIENCE D. SUMMARY IV. REACHING SPECIAL POPULATIONS A. RECIPIENTS WITH MEDICAL LIMITATIONS / DISABILITIES B. PREGNANT RECIPIENTS / NEW MOTHERS C. RECIPIENTS REQUIRING SUBSTANCE ABUSE TREATMENT D. RECIPIENTS IN SCHOOL E. RECIPIENTS UNDER SANCTION / AT RISK OF SANCTION F. RECIPIENTS NEEDED AT HOME G. RECIPIENTS WITH LIMITED ENGLISH OR BASIC SKILLS H. SUMMARY V. CONCLUSIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS APPENDIX A: JOB CENTER DATA, NOVEMBER 2001 APPENDIX B: ENGAGEMENT OF THE WELFARE POPULATION APPENDIX C: WEP AND OTHER JOB-RELATED PROGRAMS APPENDIX D: CLIENT FLOW CHARTS Tables and Charts
Welfare reform became a major policy priority in New York City in the 1990s. From the time Mayor Rudolph Giuliani took office in 1994 to the time Mayor Michael Bloomberg's administration began in 2002, the City's welfare system was redefined around work and organizationally restructured. As in other parts of the country, average monthly welfare caseloads under New York's Family Assistance (FA) and Safety Net Assistance (SNA) (mainly individuals without children) programs declined by over 50 percent, from about 500,000 in 1993 to about 200,000 in 2001. This report describes the system based on a review of administrative data and extensive interviews conducted between November 2001 and January 2002 with officials and line staff within the City administration and in service provider organizations.1 The study was not designed to determine the quality or effectiveness of services on individuals' employment outcomes or well-being, nor to examine the entire welfare system in New York City, but rather to describe the overall structure of the work components under welfare reform in the City as of the end of 2001.
New York City has more welfare recipients than any other city in the nation one out of every 13 cases nationwide receiving Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) (FA in New York) in 2001and represents one of the strictest systems in terms of work participation requirements. As such, the operational experiences suggest lessons important to New York City and to federal welfare policy makers implementing large scale work programslessons about restructuring a large and entrenched bureaucracy and about adapting priorities and programs to changing policies, economic conditions, and caseload characteristics. The findings from this study suggest important implications for New York City's further reform and for national welfare reform.
Evolution of New York City's Work-Centered Welfare Reform
Welfare reform in the City was work-centered throughout this period, but the policy focus and emphasis evolved somewhat over time.
Administrative and Management Changes and Performance-Based Contracting
In order to implement reform, New York City's Human Resources Administration (HRA) embarked on major organizational changes in the 1990s to centralize and standardize procedures, improve data and reporting systems, and increase accountability. All of the changes were intended to help accomplish the stated objectives of work-centered welfare reform policies.
Conclusions and Implications
The scope and scale of change in New York City's welfare policies in the 1990s were dramatic and wide-ranging. Without question the City's welfare reform is work-centered, with strong emphasis on ensuring that all able-bodied adults are subject to work requirements, rapid imposition of sanctions for those who do not comply, and assignment to WEP jobs for those who are not employed in the regular labor market. Over the decade, however, the types of work activities acceptable to meet the work requirements have changed, and by 2001, most WEP assignments included some type of education, training, or other interventions as well as unpaid workfare or work experience.
New York City has undertaken complex system-wide changes as part of its welfare reform strategy. As in any major systemic change, especially in a jurisdiction as large as New York, there are different perspectives on what the changes have actually been and how successful they have been. Understanding the various issues and perspectives is important because together they represent the reality of the emerging system in the City.
HRA central office administrators are generally pleased with the progress made towards implementing strong work requirements, modernizing the management information systems, restructuring local offices into Job Centers, and streamlining the vendor contracting system. Throughout the HRA bureaucracy, there is general agreement with the basic principles of work-centered welfare policies. Current vendors and providersmany of which are community- and faith-based organizations understand HRA's work-focused policies, are committed to HRA's contract performance criteria, and welcome the opportunity for work as contractors or subcontractors.
However, there are also concerns about the work-centered policies. Some advocates and community groups continue to worry that the strict procedures and work requirements as well as the sometimes complicated logistical arrangements involved in traveling among offices, often across boroughs, may hinder some eligible individuals from receiving benefits and services. Job Center staff generally agree with the work focus of welfare reform, but several expressed concern with the effects on participants and frustration with their jobs. Some JOS workers, for example, feel that they primarily processing paperwork, impose work requirements, refer clients elsewhere, and initiate automated sanctions, rather than provide employment or related services directly (much of the employment casework function is now performed by outside vendors). A common concern expressed throughout the system is that the strict work-focused welfare reform objectives were much easier to accomplish a year ago. For example, as all adults remaining on welfare are being mandated to meet work requirements, the individual programs are serving include more who have substantial barriers to employment. And the economy in 2002 is not as strong as in the late 1990s, so individuals may be having more difficulty finding regular jobs. Some vendor staff and a few Job Center staff indicated they are less comfortable than they were a year ago with the strict requirements, reluctant to take quick actions against individuals who appear to have more problems in their lives, and would like to be able to offer their clients more education and training options.
Active advocacy is part of the history and fabric of New York City. While much of the evolution in welfare policy and programs in the 1990s reflected deliberate plans on the part of HRA administrators, the concerns raised by the advocacy community undoubtedly maintained a focus on various issues, particularly those related to service and benefit access, health, safety, and equity; and those concerns that involved judicial action contributed to the program as it now exists.
This study suggests a few issues City administrators might wish to consider as they refine policies.
The experience of New York City over the past decade also has important implications for the current national dialogue on the reauthorization of welfare reform, and to states and other jurisdictions proceeding with their own reform strategies.
1. The results in this report are based on qualitative and quantitative information compiled from management information system data, reports and documents, and interviews with nearly 100 administrators and staff in the Human Resources Administration (HRA), local HRA offices, programs, and community organizations. 2. There were also non-work priorities, which are not addressed in much detail in this report (e.g., diverting or deterring individuals from receiving welfare). 3. HRA weekly management reports began the first week in April 1999. The latest report used in this study was for the week of November 25, 2001. The various weekly engagement data provide point-in-time snapshots of the caseload and specific weeks are used and referred to throughout this report. 4. The actual unduplicated number of individual participants across special programs was not compiled in this study. Furthermore, it was not possible in this study to determine the intensity of services offered, the number of participants who received intensive services, or the length of time for which they participated.
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quote:Can't tell if serious.
quote:They say child pornography or child exploitation charges are not out of the question.
quote:The 12 boys should not get into any trouble, the girls took and sent some of them/all of them the pictures. Penalize those girls.
quote:Just happened upon it, huh meauxjeaux?
quote:Bunch of BS. A bet the parents of those 8 girls are real proud.
quote:Female teacher hooks up with male student...
quote:Girls are extremely protected when it comes to the law. Step out of line as a man, and you are taken to the cornfield butt arse naked
quote:This happened at MBS a couple years back.
quote:I guess the question is are the laws going to change or are kids going to wise up and realize that just because you can record something doesn't mean you should.
quote:yea, those 12 boys totally didn't have the expressed written concent of those 8 girls and Major League Baseball.
quote:Not that I agree with charges against anyone in this case, except maybe against the police for being sexist.
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Leads sought in home invasion - The Herald DispatchLeads sought in home invasion
January 04, 2010 @ 09:25 PM
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HUNTINGTON, WV -- A knock on the door and a request for directions was the strategy for two thieves who invaded a rural Cabell County home early Monday morning.
The Cabell County Sheriff's Office believes the 7:21 a.m. home invasion along Camp Branch Road may be linked to similar incidents. It preceded a similar report Monday about 10 to 15 miles away along Raccoon Creek Road.
Authorities urge residents to report anything suspicious and be wary of unexpected knocks at the door.
"There is no reason they should open the door, unless they know the person," said Cabell County Chief Deputy Doug Ferguson.
Anyone with information about similar incidents, even those in the recent past, should call 304-743-1594.
Ferguson said investigators believe the Camp Branch Road robbery was random. A younger man approached the door, knocked and then forced his way inside past the female resident. He was quickly followed by an older accomplice, also a man.
Ferguson said both men demanded money and prescription medication. Both brandished what appeared to be semi-automatic handguns. They fled with undisclosed property.
A short time later, the Sheriff's Office received a similar report along Raccoon Creek Road. Ferguson said that attempt proved unsuccessful. He was unsure how the assailants were turned away.
The Sheriff's Office had received two to four similar reports prior to Monday. Ferguson said the Camp Branch Road incident marked the second time the assailant had successfully entered his targeted residence.
Sheriff Tom McComas said the prior incidents have occurred in sporadic areas throughout southeastern and southern Cabell County. Investigators have differing vehicle descriptions.
In another case reported to deputies, an 84-year-old woman living in the 4400 block of Rush Hollow Road in Ona reported being robbed. The victim said she answered a knock on her door to find two men outside. One of the men asked for money, but when the woman went to retrieve money from inside, the unknown suspects kicked down the door and entered the residence.
They told the victim if she called 911, they would kill her. The two suspects ransacked the house and stole $200 in cash and a TV.
Stolen items totaled $600. The suspects were described as two white males, in their early 20s with brown jackets and hats. The victim said the suspects fled the residence and got into a vehicle and left. The victim said she did not see any weapons on the suspects.
McComas said the robbery of the 84-year-old woman could be related to the similar home invasions reported on Monday.
McComas said his deputies need the public's assistance. He urges anyone targeted by a similar attempt to contact his office. Many times, such an incident may go unreported because the would-be victim doesn't believe it amounts to much, but McComas explained those details may hold a key piece of information to solve the case.
Crime prevention tips
The Cabell County Sheriff's Office offers the following advice to residents as its deputies investigate two home invasions and other unsuccessful attempts.
KEEP DOORS CLOSED: Never open your door to a stranger. Residents should always look outside before answering the knock and talk through the door to learn a reason for the visit. Offer to call 911 on the visitor's behalf if they need help, but never open the door.
CALL 911: Residents should call 911 immediately, if they notice anything suspicious.
PAST INCIDENTS: Anyone experiencing a past incident similar to those reported Monday should contact the Sheriff's Office at 304-743-1594.
I have been on this road while working for the County. People are a bit too trusting when it comes to total strangers. Good thing they weren't injured or killed. This road is very near to the shooting range where the minister was shot and killed a couple years ago. You'd think people would be more wary of strangers after hearing of incidents like this and others.


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The East Baton Rouge School Board has named a new superintendent.
After hours of debate, the board has decided to offer the job to John Dilworth of Montgomery, Alabama.
The board chose him over Dr. Bonita Coleman-Potter of Jackson, Mississippi.
Contract negotiations still need to be worked out. If he accepts the position, Dilworth would replace current EBRPSS Superintendent Charlotte Placide, who will retire as of June 30, 2009.
Dilworth has been superintendent of Montgomery Public Schools, for the past two years. The K-12 district has enrollment of 31,500, staff of 5,150 and an annual budget of $350 million.
Previously, Dilworth was vice president of University Affairs at Northwestern State University in Natchitoches and chief operating officer of the Caddo Parish Public Schools in Shreveport, both in Louisiana. Dilworth holds a master's degree in Education Administration and a Bachelor of Science degree in Health and Physical Education from Northwestern State University. A winner of the Northwestern University Hall of Distinguished Educators 2008 and the Northwestern Athletic Hall of Fame awards and a graduate of the Broad Academy, he serves on the local Chamber of Commerce's Board Committee of 100 and is a member of the Montgomery Area YMCA Board, among others.
A few weeks ago, the School Board narrowed its semi-final candidate choices to three: Dilworth; Dr. Bonita Coleman-Potter, deputy superintendent of Instruction for the Jackson County School District in Mississippi; and Dr. John Covington, superintendent of Pueblo City Schools in Colorado. The three were interviewed by the School Board in early March after each candidate experienced an intense day of public and community meetings and interviews. Covington withdrew his name from consideration shortly after his interview.