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I don't like gnome for various reasons.
It takes longer to boot, yes, KDE takes even longer but XFCE is almost instant in comparison to gnome.
Design choices, both usability and configuration, its a nonsensical nightmare.
Gnome shell needs 3d accel, gnome "classic" is constrained to the extreme and highly deprecated.
To make gnome3 usable, it would take considerable time tweaking, extending, etc. Defeating the purpose of a ready made DE.
Freebsd is not missing anything without gnome3, people used to gnome2 can switch to Xfce without any fuzz, and will even find it easier to do things, since there is no stupid gconf or alike and instead you have a proper gui with options.
Cinnamon or Unity as shell replacement might solve the usability issues somewhat, but its still gnome3 behind, lots of harm there in the memory/gpu usage department.
Yesterday I tried the latest gnome-shell for the first time. Without exaggeration, it is the worst DE I have used. It is far behind all other DE's.
In case you're wondering, I use xfce myself... (In the past used KDE mostly, and I also like the latest Unity, but it needs to be polished even more).
GNOME3 restored my faith in Linux desktop. It's slick, fast, well designed, modern, functioal, has good defaults, and compared to KDE mightily is stable despite being so young project. The features and settings are not all there yet, but I like how GNOME team really thinks what they are doing unlike KDE team, which just throws random shit on it and hope it works. For example changing application icon size or removing window title when maximized takes only one line change in gnome-shell.css. One extension took care of that transition animation after pressing meta. Functionality is there, but devs haven't apparently just decided how to put it into GUI in a sane way. I like that way of doing things.
I was on brink of buying a Mac or two, but GNOME 3.2 gave second thoughts. Right now I think GNOME3 > OS X > Windows 8 > Windows 7 > GNOME2 > XFCE > LXDE > KDE.


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Why wouldn't ATL match at that level?
Why wouldn't ATL match at that level?
___#! Rudy Fan___
[size/HUGE] RUDY [/size]
Okay .. I just looked .. we went back and forth so much between the two that I was confused where we were.
Teague - $11M
Bledsoe - $9M
Fortune and glory, kid. Fortune and glory.
I know that seems high for Bledsoe, but I'd do it based on other alternatives.
Fortune and glory, kid. Fortune and glory.
WAY too high for Bledsoe imo. At least Teague's proved something as a starter and can run a team and shoot.
I understand and don't disagree with you guys. Mine's more a gambling hunch.
Fortune and glory, kid. Fortune and glory.
"...based on other alternatives" is the key phrase.
You can't ignore the possibility that we might need to throw two draft picks and FA efforts into this mess.
___#! Rudy Fan___
[size/HUGE] RUDY [/size]
Teague is kind of the only option in free agency as far as I'm concerned. Kind of disconcerting that the Jazz had two chances at Dragic (draft [they drafted Tomic one slot before Dragic {which is who I wanted}] and free agency last year) and apparently weren't too interested either time. And they'll have to overpay to have a chance (especially since the Hawks will actually have more cap space than the Jazz).
"I will say, almost everything. And I didnt bring it every night. But I think most everything was a frustration."

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Shortly thereafter, sources speaking on condition of anonymity due to the sensitive nature of the investigations, said that in 2012, Williams gave $70,000 to a corporation owned by McDonnell and his sister. That money went from a trust owned by Williams to MoBo Real Estate Parters, formed in 2005, and was not disclosed by McDonnell as a gift or loan. Additionally, Williams gave a $50,000 check to the governor's wife in 2011.<ref> [http://www.washingtonpost.com/local/va-politics/mcdonnells-corporation-wife-benefited-from-120000-more-from-donor-sources-say/2013/07/09/79b29880-e5b4-11e2-aef3-339619eab080_story.html ''Washington Post,'' "McDonnell's corporation, wife allegedly benefited from $120,000 more from donor," July 9, 2013] </ref> | Shortly thereafter, sources speaking on condition of anonymity due to the sensitive nature of the investigations, said that in 2012, Williams gave $70,000 to a corporation owned by McDonnell and his sister. That money went from a trust owned by Williams to MoBo Real Estate Parters, formed in 2005, and was not disclosed by McDonnell as a gift or loan. Additionally, Williams gave a $50,000 check to the governor's wife in 2011.<ref> [http://www.washingtonpost.com/local/va-politics/mcdonnells-corporation-wife-benefited-from-120000-more-from-donor-sources-say/2013/07/09/79b29880-e5b4-11e2-aef3-339619eab080_story.html ''Washington Post,'' "McDonnell's corporation, wife allegedly benefited from $120,000 more from donor," July 9, 2013] </ref> | ||
− | In late August, more gifts from Williams to McDonnell became public, including winning a fashion tour of New York at a charity auction for the governor's wife, paying to fly the governor and his wife to Cape Cod over Labor Day weekend in 2012, and allowing McDonnell, his sons and staff to play golf and purchase gear at exclusive Richmond area country clubs.<ref> [http://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/gov-mcdonnell-described-as-aware-of-gifts-from-virginia-businessman/2013/08/31/f2739284-0f3e-11e3-85b6-d27422650fd5_story.html?hpid=z4 ''Washington Post,'' "Gov. McDonnell described as aware of gifts from Virginia businessman," August 31, 2013] </ref> | + | In late August, more gifts from Williams to McDonnell became public, including winning a fashion tour of New York at a charity auction for the governor's wife, paying to fly the governor and his wife to Cape Cod over Labor Day weekend in 2012, and allowing McDonnell, his sons and staff to play golf and purchase gear at exclusive Richmond area country clubs. Those close to the investigation said McDonnell was aware of these, even though the governor's lawyers have argued he should not be charged with any crimes partially because he was unaware of these gifts.<ref> [http://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/gov-mcdonnell-described-as-aware-of-gifts-from-virginia-businessman/2013/08/31/f2739284-0f3e-11e3-85b6-d27422650fd5_story.html?hpid=z4 ''Washington Post,'' "Gov. McDonnell described as aware of gifts from Virginia businessman," August 31, 2013] </ref> |
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Bob McDonnell | ||
Governor of Virginia | ||
Incumbent | ||
In office | ||
January 16, 2010 - Present | ||
Term ends | ||
2013 | ||
Years in position | 5 | |
Party | Republican | |
Predecessor | Tim Kaine (D) | |
Compensation | ||
Base salary | $175,000 | |
Elections and appointments | ||
First elected | November 3, 2009 | |
Campaign $ | $29,850,503 | |
Term limits | No consecutive terms | |
Prior offices | ||
Attorney General of Virginia | ||
2006-2009 | ||
Virginia House of Delegates | ||
1992–2006 | ||
Education | ||
High school | Bishop Ireton High School (1972) | |
Bachelor's | University of Notre Dame (1976) | |
Master's | Boston University (1981); Regent University (1989) | |
J.D. | Regent University (1989) | |
Personal | ||
Date of birth | June 15, 1954 | |
Place of birth | Philadelphia, PA | |
Profession | Attorney | |
Websites | ||
Office website | ||
Personal website | ||
Campaign website |
In mid-August, 2011, McDonnell was named chairman of the National Governors Association, replacing Texas Governor Rick Perry.[2]
He has also served in the Virginia House of Delegates for the City of Virginia Beach from 1992 to 2005, and was Attorney General of Virginia from 2006-2009.
McDonnell was considered to be a possible candidate for Mitt Romney's choice of a vice-presidential candidate in 2012, but ultimately was not selected.[3][4]
An analysis of Republican governors by Nate Silver of the New York Times in April 2013 ranked McDonnell as the 8th most conservative governor in the country.[5]
Virginia governors are barred from serving consecutive terms and thus McDonnell is not running for re-election in 2013.
Moving with his father's Air Force career, Bob McDonnell was born in Philadelphia, moved to Virginia a year later, and spent several years in Germany in his childhood. During his own time in the U.S. Army, McDonnell would again he stationed in Germany.
Bob McDonnell is a 1972 graduate from Bishop Ireton High School in Alexandria, Virginia. He later received a B.B.A. from the University of Notre Dame in 1976, which he attended on a ROTC scholarship. He went on to receive a M.B.A. from Boston University in 1980, and a M.A./J.D. from Regent University. McDonnell served in the U.S. Army for twenty-one years, and retired with the rank of Lieutenant Colonel. After leaving active duty in 1981, he joined American Hospital Supply Corporation.
McDonnell was elected to the Virginia House of Delegates in 1992, and has held the positions of Assistant Majority Leader and Chairman of the Courts of Justice Committee. In addition, he served on the Committees on Health, Welfare and Institutions, and the Rules Committee.
- M.A./J.D., Regent University, 1989
- MSBA, Boston University, 1981
- B.B.A, Notre Dame, 1976
- Bishop Ireton High School, 1972
Political career
Governor of Virginia (2010-Present)
McDonnell was first elected Governor of Virginia in 2009 and assumed office on January 16, 2010. His current term ends in 2013 and he is prevented from running for a second term in office. The term limits Virginia imposes on its governors are more strict than any other state in the country: under the commonwealth's constitution, no governor may serve back-to-back terms. This means that McDonnell, unlike other governors in their first term, is ineligible to run for re-election until a full term has passed.
Affordable Care Act ("Obamacare")
McDonnell has opposed the Affordable Care Act, the federal health care overhaul known as Obamacare since its passage in December 2009. He supported efforts by Republican attorneys general (including his successor as attorney general Ken Cuccinelli) to have it repealed in the U.S. Supreme Court, and when the Supreme Court ruled to uphold the reform bill, McDonnell maintained his fighting stance in two ways: By pledging to forgo federal funding for Virginia in the short term to expand medicaid, and by reiterating his intentions to establish a Virginia-specific health care exchange system rather than participate in the federal health care exchange. (The exchange is "an online marketplace through which people can shop for health insurance provided by the law."[6]) The results of the general election on November 6, 2012, however, induced McDonnell to give up the latter fight. In light of President Obama's re-election and Democrats control of the Senate, McDonnell conceded that since "the federal health-care law, it looks like now, it will go into effect,"[6] his continued resistance to entering Virginia into the federal health care exchange program was no longer worthwhile. He said he would now support Virginia's participation in the federal exchange, adding that the law allowed for a two year window for retreating to a state-centric system. Despite pressure from liberal healthcare reform advocates to also reverse his position on the medicaid expansion, McDonnell remains unwilling to participate, believing that the federal government will ultimately have to renege on its promise to pay for the added recipients.[6]
Abortion bill
In February 2012, the Virginia House of Delegates passed a controversial "informed consent" abortion bill that requires women to undergo an ultrasound before getting an abortion. The ultrasound would determine the fetus' gestational age. Del. David Englin strongly opposed the legislation, warning "this bill will require many women in Virginia to undergo vaginal penetration with an ultrasound probe against their consent in order to exercise their constitutional right to an abortion, even for nonsurgical, noninvasive, pharmaceutical abortions."[7]
The bill, having passed the Virginia State Senate two weeks earlier, was sent to McDonnell who initially indicated he would sign the legislation into law.[8] But the legislation captured the attention of the nation. It drew criticism from across the country, was satirized on the popular late night comedy show Saturday Night Live, and drew a large crowd to the state capitol in Richmond for an impromptu protest. Opponents sent a petition with 33,000 signatures urging the governor to veto the bill.[9] McDonnell changed his position on the legislation, withdrawing his support and stating "Mandating an invasive procedure in order to give informed consent is not a proper role for the state. I am requesting that the Virginia General Assembly amend this bill to explicitly state that no woman in Virginia will have to undergo a transvaginal ultrasound involuntarily."[9]
McDonnell signed an amended version of the bill on March 7, 2012. According to the Washington Post, "the version McDonnell signed says invasive ultrasounds are voluntary and exempts women who have reported to law enforcement agencies that they are victims of rape or incest." The new legislation takes effect July 1, 2012.[10]
Pension fund
McDonnell unveiled a plan in late December 2010 that would have all employees, new and current, contribute 5 percent of their pay to their retirement. At that time, McDonnell outlined that he would give them a 3 percent salary increase. "This is a start for fixing the pension system that has been out of whack for years and years. I will not pass on a broken system to another governor," McDonnell said.
The governor's plan could leave employees with a cut in take-home pay. At least one employee group voiced concern. The Virginia Government Employees Association is pleased that McDonnell is making an effort to return the retirement system to sound financial footing, but it is not happy with what it perceives as a reduction in pay for members. "We have deep concerns about his proposal to have current state employees begin contributing 5 percent of their salary to the retirement system," VGEA said in a statement release after the governor's announcement. "While the governor is attempting to keep employee salaries whole in the proposal, he relies on a potential pay bonus using year-end savings in the state budget to do so. The net effect is that without the bonus, state employees could face a pay cut amounting to a little over 2 percent."[11]
Virginia energy
Virginia was one of the states preparing to engage in offshore drilling and when President Obama put the moratorium on offshore drilling after the BP oil spill disaster in 2010, Gov. McDonnell was vocally upset. "We didn't give up when we had the Challenger disaster in the space program or when we had nuclear meltdowns on Three Mile Island. We did what Americans always do in making progress — we found solutions and moved forward. But this is probably going to slow us down," the governor said.
McDonnell held a conference with nearly 800 leaders from the energy industry in October 2010, "The Governor's Conference on Energy," to tout his message that Virginia will be the energy capital of the East. "I've been a very strong proponent of using all of Virginia's resources — coal, natural gas, oil, wind, nuclear, offshore-gas, oil, wind alternatives – all of these are a part of our quest for independence," McDonnell told WTOP radio spring 2010. McDonnell has also indicated favor towards nuclear power; as of October 2010, Virginia has two nuclear power plants in Surry County and Louisa County. McDonnell says he wants to add more: "Lynchburg, Va. can be the nuclear capital of America," McDonnell told Virginia Statehouse News. "It's clean — very few environmental concerns. Since the meltdown at Three-Mile Island, there have been tremendous technological advancements made. I think it's a huge part of America's future."[12]
Freezes and bonuses
McDonnell handed out a one-time bonus to state employees in 2010, but said they should not expect a permanent raise. State employees received a 3-percent bonus in late November 2010, their first pay boost of any kind in three years. The day before the bonus distribution, McDonnell applauded President Obama's two-year freeze of federal worker's wages and said the tough economic times call for austerity. "We got a $13.5 trillion national debt. Everybody understands now, federal spending is out of control. We've got to be able to rein things in," McDonnel said on WTOP radio. "I think it's a prudent step. It's a good start, but they got to do a whole lot more than that if they want to get this budget deficit under control and restore fiscal responsibility in Washington."[13]
One of Gov. McDonnell's key issues has been Virginia transportation. In December 2010, McDonnell told the Governor's Transportation Conference that he will spend $400 million on road construction immediately and ask to borrow nearly $3 billion more. "The more we build today, the better deal we provide to our citizens," he told the gathering of lawmakers and highway industry representatives.
McDonnell said he would take advantage of the low highway-construction costs in late 2010 to early 2011. He planned to ask the General Assembly to pour money into the state's transportation funding. The governor said the state has dropped the ball on transportation funding and indicated he intends to make that up with several measures. The transportation budget has been cut multiple times in the years before McDonnell was inaugurated, totaling $6 billion in cuts, McDonnell said.
"Over the past two decades, state support for transportation has not kept up with our growth as a Commonwealth. This has led to more congestion, longer commutes and missed economic opportunities, McDonnell said. McDonnell intends to infuse a transportation infrastructure bank with cash, specifically $150 million from the budget surplus and $250 million from an audit of the Virginia Department of Transportation.[14]
$3 billion proposal
As part of his budget amendments, McDonnell said he wanted to help pay for $4 billion in new transportation spending by issuing $3 billion in bonds. A majority of the new bonds McDonnell suggested were already approved in 2007, but had yet to be sold. He hope was to raise $1.8 billion within three years by selling those bonds at twice the speed: $600 million per year instead of the original $300 million per year. "I don't think that selling bonds that are already authorized, and are already built into our existing debt capacity models, getting the best deals in modern Virginia history and putting thousands of Virginians to work while doing it, should be that controversial," McDonnell said.
Most legislators seemed to agree, but they were confused about the governor's wish to raise $1.1 billion by issuing a type of bonds called GARVEE bonds that are paid by the federal government to help fund pre-approved transportation projects.[15]
Job creation ranking
In a June 2013 analysis by The Business Journals, which ranked 45 of the country's 50 governors by their job creation records, McDonnell was ranked number 31. The five governors omitted from the analysis all assumed office in 2013. The ranking was based on a comparison of the annual private sector growth rate in all 50 states using data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.[16][17]
Star Scientific
It was reported in April 2013 that the FBI was investigating whether McDonnell violated any laws by allowing Star Scientific to pay $15,000 for food and flowers at his daughter's 2011 wedding, which was held at the governor's mansion. When asked why he did not report the spending on his finance reports, McDonnell said the donation was a gift to his daughter, and per state law only gifts to officeholders have to be reported.[18]
The investigation of McDonnell is an offshoot of an investigation of securities transactions involving Star Scientific. The company, run by Jonnie R. Williams Sr, produces a dietary supplement called Anatabloc. Williams and Star Scientific have donated over $120,000 to McDonnell and his political action committee, along with other perks including allowing McDonnell to stay at Williams's lake house.[19]
Meanwhile, McDonnell and his wife have promoted Anatabloc and other products made by the company. According to Todd Schneider, former chef to the governor, McDonnell "[promoted] Star Scientific products, including the introduction of Anatabloc (a food supplement) to MCV doctors at a lunch Todd Schneider cooked at the mansion on Aug. 30, 2012."[18] (Schneider, it should be noted, is currently facing charges of stealing food from the governor's mansion.) Additionally, McDonnell's wife Maureen spoke at a seminar for scientists and investors in Florida three days before her daughter's wedding, where she spoke in support of Anatabloc.[18]
Attorney General Ken Cuccinelli (R), who also has ties to Williams, appointed the Richmond commonwealth's attorney, Mike Herring, to act as special prosecutor in the case.[20]
In late June 2013, it came out that Williams purchased a $6,500 Rolex watch for McDonnell, which the governor did not disclose in his financial filings. Williams presented the gift in August 2011, just weeks after meeting with a state health official to discuss his company's products. The meeting was arranged by McDonnell's wife, Maureen, who suggested Williams purchase a Rolex for her to give to her husband.[21]
Shortly thereafter, sources speaking on condition of anonymity due to the sensitive nature of the investigations, said that in 2012, Williams gave $70,000 to a corporation owned by McDonnell and his sister. That money went from a trust owned by Williams to MoBo Real Estate Parters, formed in 2005, and was not disclosed by McDonnell as a gift or loan. Additionally, Williams gave a $50,000 check to the governor's wife in 2011.[22]
In late August, more gifts from Williams to McDonnell became public, including winning a fashion tour of New York at a charity auction for the governor's wife, paying to fly the governor and his wife to Cape Cod over Labor Day weekend in 2012, and allowing McDonnell, his sons and staff to play golf and purchase gear at exclusive Richmond area country clubs. Those close to the investigation said McDonnell was aware of these, even though the governor's lawyers have argued he should not be charged with any crimes partially because he was unaware of these gifts.[23]
Calls for resignation
On July 2, 2013, state Sen. J. Chapman Petersen (D) called for McDonnell to explain and return the gifts in question or resign. In a letter to the governor, Petersen said, "In return, it appears you allowed this person to use the Governor's Mansion and the Governor's Office for the purpose of giving unique credibility to his company. That is unacceptable." In response, McDonnell spokesman Tucker Martin called the letter "blatantly political" and "not unexpected."[24]
Sen. Barbara Favola (D) went further on July 10, demanding McDonnell's resignation. "I don't see the purpose of the governor continuing in office when the trust between his office and Virginians has been so eroded. When you've broken that ethical bond, I don't know to what purpose he can really execute the activities of his office effectively at this point," she stated.[25]
Del. Scott Surovell (D) added his voice on July 14, saying "The legislative branch has a sworn independent responsibility to address corruption and malfeasance when we see them independent of criminal investigations...If he has not resigned by the end of this week, then other measures should be on the table."[26]
On August 20, McDonnell made it clear that he would not leave office early, stating, "I'm going to be governor of Virginia for another 4½ months."[27]
Apologizes, repays loans
On July 23, 2013, McDonnell announced he repaid more than $120,000 in loans to Williams, offering an apology via Twitter: "I am deeply sorry for the embarrassment certain members of my family and I brought upon my beloved Virginia and her citizens. I want you to know that I broke no laws and that I am committed to regaining your sacred trust and confidence. I hope today's action is another step toward that end." The repayment was for the $50,000 loan made to McDonnell's wife, and the $70,000 loan to the company McDonnell co-owns.[28]
McDonnell's statement did not address any of the gifts from Williams and, while seen as a positive first step, did not silence his critics who continue to argue he should step down.
Taxpayer money for personal items
In June 2013, The Washington Post reported on their Freedom of Information Act request detailing records of personal expenses covered by the state of Virginia for McDonnell and his wife during their 3 1/2 years living in the executive mansion. The records show that during their first six months the couple billed numerous items to taxpayers that they shouldn't have, including deodorant, shoe repairs and dry cleaning for their children. They were asked to pay back the state $317.27, which they did, and reminded what is and is not covered. Afterwards, however, the couple continued to charge personal items to taxpayers. The extent was unclear as the state only released 16 sales receipts, mostly from 2011. Along with this, records showed that they also used state employees to run personal errands for them and their children.[29]
On July 5, McDonnell reimbursed the commonwealth for expenses totaling $2,390.55. In an accompanying memo, McDonnell stated he believed such expenditures were "generally permissible since the state guidelines contain no prohibition and such expenses maybe customary for first families with a returning college student," going on to say, "I will now pay to ensure that there is no question that any potential personal expense has been reimbursed."[30]
Attorney General of Virginia (2006-2009)
McDonnell won the election for Attorney General of Virginia in 2005, narrowly defeating state Senator Creigh Deeds by just 323 votes.[31]
Virginia House of Delegates (1992-2006)
McDonnell was first elected to the Virginia House of Delegates in 1992 and served seven terms representing the 84th District. He served as chair of the Courts of Justice Committee, co-chair of the Agriculture, Chesapeake and Natural Resources Committee, and as Assistant Majority Leader.
Presidential preference
Bob McDonnell endorsed Mitt Romney in the 2012 presidential election. [32]
In 2009, McDonnell defeated state Sen. Creigh Deeds to win Virginia's gubernatorial election. The U.S. Chamber of Commerce gave McDonnell substantial support, giving $972,877 to his campaign. Four year prior, the Chamber had given $400,000 towards Republican Jerry Kilgore's failed bid for governor.[33]
Governor of Virginia, 2009 | ||||
Party | Candidate | Vote % | Votes | |
Republican | Bob McDonnell | 58.6% | 1,163,651 | |
Democratic | R. Creigh Deeds | 41.3% | 818,950 | |
N/A | Write-in | 0.1% | 2,502 | |
Total Votes | 1,985,103 |
In 2005, McDonnell ran for Attorney General of Virginia. The first result showed him with a victory of 323 votes, out of over 1.9 million votes cast, over opponent Creigh Deeds. Deeds went on to file for a recount, which began on December 20, 2005. After preliminary figures revealed 37 additional votes for McDonnell, Deeds conceded, giving McDonnell a 360 vote margin of victory.[35]
Campaign donors
Comprehensive donor information for McDonnell is available dating back to 1999. Based on available campaign finance records, McDonnell raised a total of $29,850,503 during that time period. This information was last updated on May 8, 2013.[36]
Ballotpedia collects information on campaign donors for each year in which a candidate or incumbent is running for election. The following table offers a breakdown of Bob McDonnell's donors each year.[37] Click [show] for more information.
Bob McDonnell's Campaign Contributions | |||||||||||||||||||
2009 Governor of Virginia | 2005 Attorney General of Virginia | 2003 Virginia House of Delegates District 84 | 2001 Virginia House of Delegates Distroct 84 | ||||||||||||||||
Total Raised | $24,049,371 | $5,527,568 | $141,067 | $113,792 | |||||||||||||||
Total Raised by General Election Opponents | $17,087,760 | $3,020,413 | n/a | n/a | |||||||||||||||
Top 5 contributors | Virginia Republican Party | $2,704,349 | Republican State Leadership Committee | $2,083,500 | Virginia Bankers Association | $3,500 | Lindl Corp | $6,500 | |||||||||||
Republican National Committee | $2,253,500 | Virginia Conservative Action PAC | $252,609 | Tidewater Builders Association | $3,500 | Davis Wetlands Bank LLC | $4,500 | ||||||||||||
Republican Governors Association | $1,984,339 | Republican National Committee | $96,537 | Dominion | $3,000 | Virginia Hospital & Healthcare Association | $2,500 | ||||||||||||
US Chamber of Commerce | $972,877 | M. G. Pat Robertson | $55,000 | Virginia Dental Association | $3,000 | Virginia Bankers Association | $2,500 | ||||||||||||
McDonnell for Virginia | $484,443 | Virginia Republican Party | $51,101 | Virginia Hospital & Healthcare Association | $3,000 | Homebuilders PAC and Reeves Mahoney | $2,250 each | ||||||||||||
Individuals | $9,489,806 | $1,279,341 | $18,403 | $24,537 | |||||||||||||||
Institutions | $7,962,143 | $3,678,163 | $122,005 | $88,875 | |||||||||||||||
In-state donations | $14,313,289 | $3,017,798 | $121,417 | $102,782 | |||||||||||||||
Out-of-state donations | $8,850,159 | $2,479,760 | $19,650 | $11,010 |
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McDonnell and his wife, Maureen, have five children.
See also
- Governor of Virginia
- Lieutenant Governor of Virginia
- Lieutenant Governor Bill Bolling
- Portal:Elections
- Endorsements by state officials of presidential candidates in the 2012 election
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- ↑ Governor Bob McDonnell, " Biography," accessed May 6, 2013
- ↑ Politico.com "McDonnell takes to national stage," August 15, 2011
- ↑ Boston.com, "Mitt Romney chooses Paul Ryan as running mate," August 11, 2012
- ↑ USA Today, "Romney's VP pick likely to go to safest candidate," July 14, 2012
- ↑ New York Times, "In State Governments, Signs of a Healthier G.O.P.," April 16, 2013
- ↑ 6.0 6.1 6.2 Washington Post, "Virginia Gov. McDonnell favors federal health care exchange for Obamacare," November 9, 2012
- ↑ David Englin.org, "Englin statement on legislation requiring vaginal penetration ultrasound prior to many abortions," February 13, 2012
- ↑ The Guardian, "Virginia governor Bob McDonnell in U-turn over controversial abortion bill," February 22, 2012
- ↑ 9.0 9.1 PublicBroadcasting.net, "Virginia Gov. shifts on abortion bill; revised measure," February 22, 2012
- ↑ Washington Post, "McDonnell signs bill requiring ultrasounds before abortions," March 7, 2012
- ↑ "Virginia workers face paying 5 percent into pension fund," Virginia Statehouse News, December 20, 2010
- ↑ "Future energy debate already charged," Virginia Statehouse News, October 11, 2010
- ↑ "McDonnell gives bonus, but supports wage freezes," Virginia Statehouse News, December 2, 2010
- ↑ "McDonnell wants cash infusion for transportation," Virginia Statehouse News, December 13, 2010
- ↑ "New debt has lawmakers confused," Old Dominion Watchdog, December 22, 2010
- ↑ The Business Journals, "Governors and jobs: How governors rank for job creation in their states," June 27, 2013
- ↑ The Business Journals, "How state governors rank on their job-growth record," June 27, 2013
- ↑ 18.0 18.1 18.2 The Atlantic Wire, "The Governor, His Wife, Their Cook, and the FBI," April 30, 2013
- ↑ Washington Post, "FBI looking into relationship between McDonnells, donor," April 29, 2013
- ↑ The New York Times, "Special Prosecutor Appointed in Investigation of Virginia Governor," May 22, 2013
- ↑ Washington Post, "Donor bought Rolex watch for Virginia Gov. McDonnell, people familiar with gift say," June 25, 2013
- ↑ Washington Post, "McDonnell's corporation, wife allegedly benefited from $120,000 more from donor," July 9, 2013
- ↑ Washington Post, "Gov. McDonnell described as aware of gifts from Virginia businessman," August 31, 2013
- ↑ Washington Post, "Virginia Democrat to Gov. McDonnell: Explain gifts or resign," July 2, 2013
- ↑ Washington Post, "State Sen. Barbara Favola calls for Gov. McDonnell's resignation," July 10, 2013
- ↑ Washington Post, "Del. Scott Surovell says Virginia Gov. McDonnell should resign, or be forced out," July 14, 2013
- ↑ Washington Post, "McDonnell says he will serve out term as Virginia governor," August 20, 2013
- ↑ ''Washington Post,'' "McDonnell apologizes, repays loans," July 23, 2013
- ↑ Washington Post, "Mansion spending records indicate improper billing by Virginia governor and his family," June 16, 2013
- ↑ WTVR, "Governor McDonnell pays state thousands for items given to kids," July 9, 2013
- ↑ Virginia State Board of Elections, "November 8, 2005 general election: Statewide official results," accessed February 23, 2012
- ↑ Richmond Times-Dispatch, "McDonnell endorses Romney, heads to S.C. to campaign," January 20, 2012
- ↑ Old Dominion Watchdog: "Out-of-state donors pour into Virginia," June 28th, 2010
- ↑ Virginia State Board of Elections, "2009 General Election Results," accessed November 29, 2012
- ↑ NYTimes.com: "A Virginia Recount Would Not Come Soon," November 8th, 2006
- ↑ Follow the Money, " Career fundraising for Bob McDonnell," accessed May 8, 2013
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Cruiser/lowrider custom bike clubs in wa??
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Cruiser/lowrider custom bike clubs in wa??G day I have been searching high n low for a group I can
Socialize and ride with in the perth area I ride a 20" lowrider and have been lone ranger for many weekends rides If you know of any clubs or just like to catch up n cruise hit me up
Re: Cruiser/lowrider custom bike clubs in wa??Sad to say there is almost no scene for dragsters/lowriders/cruisers in Perth as far as I know.
See my previous response here: viewtopic.php?f=30&t=40666 There seems to be a few rides organised on OzBMX, maybe some of those guys have other style bikes and would be keen to bring out something different, worth a shot. http://www.ozbmx.com.au/index.php?showforum=12 Here is a good thread on Retro Rollers that features some awesome choppers: http://www.retro-rollers.com/t1294f26-H ... ow-WA.html There are tonnes of cool bikes around but no regular group of people riding or showing. Get on RR and see if you can drum up some interest.
Re: Cruiser/lowrider custom bike clubs in wa??Yer mate I will do try to get a decent thread going then drop a cruise date n hope for the best !! Thanks for the forums prob would not of found them with out your help
Re: Cruiser/lowrider custom bike clubs in wa??Any one keen to ride this sat I'm taking the train and will b passing by rockinham " Freo " and Perth CBd bout midday if your keen to catch up n join me gonna b a sunny day u can contact me by msging 0424266582
Re: Cruiser/lowrider custom bike clubs in wa??I have a Custom chopper bicycle and have been wondering also about a cruising club in Perth and went to a bike shop in Adelaide Tce and they told me there is a Cruising Club mainly cruising around the CBD in Perth but I need to follow that one up as I haven't found them on the net.
I took my beast out for a 20km ride the other day and as it weighs about 50kg it was a decent ride especially uphills. I might start finding a better start point with my trailer and making a weekly habit of it. A mate of mine is also into these cruisers, he has a Ghostrider by Electra, and we are trying to arrange a ride soon, as we are just starting out we'll see if it takes off or not, maybe we can spur enough interest out there to start a Social Dragster, Custom, Lowrider, Cruising Bicycle Club of Perth with weekly or fortnightly meets. There would have to be some kind of etiquette involved as to not upset other members or the public but I think it could work once the meets start happening. Slow and steady wins the race
Re: Cruiser/lowrider custom bike clubs in wa??hi guys there is a group of us that ride every friday night from south perth
we usually ride through the city and beyond. most bikes are electra cruisers, dragsters , electric bikes , old school bmx , swing bikes etc. get in contact and i will give more details rod
Re: Cruiser/lowrider custom bike clubs in wa??Hey Rod,
Is this the same group that used to leave from Hamburger Hill on Friday nights? There was a forum a few years back that where those gus used to hang out but I can;t seem to find a link, it's possibly gone. Do you congregate online anywhere in particular?
Re: Cruiser/lowrider custom bike clubs in wa??Hey Rod,
I read in an old forum they leave Fri nights at McDonalds, Sth Perth: is that still going or has it changed? what time is the meet?
Re: Cruiser/lowrider custom bike clubs in wa??hi guys,
we are the same group that used to leave from hamburger hill up till it burnt down, was getting a bit scary up there , surprisingly enough no ones car got broken into. the last couple of years we have been meeting at the chicken treat car park, next to mcdonalds corner of berwick/canning hwy south perth. we leave at 8pm friday nights weather permitting . check with me here friday before 6pm and i will confirm its on or not. we used to chat on dragsterbikes.com a few years ago and also posted for a while on ozbmx.com . rider numbers usually average 8- 10 guys, we have had over 20+ in the old days. hope to meet a few guys from here up there , just wait for someone with a bike to appear and we will make you more than welcome. rod
Re: Cruiser/lowrider custom bike clubs in wa??Hi Rod,
still good 4tonights ride?
Re: Cruiser/lowrider custom bike clubs in wa??its all good ride is on tonight
hope to see a few guys down there later rod
Re: Cruiser/lowrider custom bike clubs in wa??unfortunately tonight ride has been moved to a starting point of james street gosnells .
just got a text in with the info. once every now and then we do have 1 off rides from a different location.
Re: Cruiser/lowrider custom bike clubs in wa??hi guys, ride is on for tonight.
leaving 8p from chicken treat carpark south perth. may see 1 or more of you there.
Re: Cruiser/lowrider custom bike clubs in wa??Any pics? What kind of turnout are you having this time of year?
I hope to make it down one of these days but we've recently (6 months ago) hatched a youngling so my free time has drastically changed/disappeared.
Re: Cruiser/lowrider custom bike clubs in wa??
12 of us last ride , it was a simple ride through the city over the narrows , stop at the mend street jetty and back to chicken treat south perth. dont have any pics
Re: Cruiser/lowrider custom bike clubs in wa??
G'day Jimmyd , There is usually a Friday night ride meeting approx 7.45pm -8.00 at McDonalds car park ,cnr Canning hwy and Berwick st in Vic Park. the rides vary from week to week and can be anything between 20 - 30 K's. All are welcome and gender is no barrier.All types of bikes are involved .... Choppers ,cruisers ,dragsters,retroBMX ,fixxies etc... Great fun ,good people and cheeper night out than going to the pub. The more the merrier... Hope to see you on the next ride...
Re: Cruiser/lowrider custom bike clubs in wa??Hi there all! Ive just registered here to get talking to riders of perth. I have had the bicycle bug for many years and and have a few different styles of regular rides. I have been riding regularly around Perth, Freo and the southern suburbs forever by me self but wouldnt mind sometimes riding with a group. (The missus will only ride for so long before she starts complaining). I have heard of yooz blokes that meet in South Perth on Friday nights. Problem is i work nights so usually only get a good ride in on the weekend. Anyone interested in a weekend ride..... Looking forward to hearing from ya!
Re: Cruiser/lowrider custom bike clubs in wa??Hey there all! I have just registered here to find a group or individual to ride with. I have many different styles of bikes but my regular ride is kinda rat chopper i guess you could say. I work nights at the moment so cant make it down for an 8pm meet at chicken treat but am interested if any meets are on the weekend. I am based in the Kelmscott area at the moment and am interested to hear from anyone keen to ride.
Re: Cruiser/lowrider custom bike clubs in wa??Can someone tell me when the next one will be from south perth as gosnells is to far away
Re: Cruiser/lowrider custom bike clubs in wa??Hi there
I'm in Victoria and have found the same thing, I ride a customised mountain bike chopper. Although many people admire my ride ther are not many groups getting together with there unique and customised bikes. So I have just recently created a Facebook page to find other people with the same interests. I am mainly posting photos of custom bicycles at the moment but come and have a look. The more people involved the more info we can share, I hope this was kind helpful cheers Chopper bike. Fans of Chopper Bicycles
Re: Cruiser/lowrider custom bike clubs in wa??What is your FB group name Chopper bike, as there is a member in our group (Adelaide Easyriders) who is from Vic. and may be keen to look for others to ride with.
Re: Cruiser/lowrider custom bike clubs in wa??Hi guys my Facebook page is. Fans of Chopper Bicycles
Cheers chopper bike
Re: Cruiser/lowrider custom bike clubs in wa??Hey Guys my mate and i wonna get some lowrider/dragster bikes in perth is there any shops we can go buy some from or do we have to do it off the net if any of you can recommend some shops would be some good help thanks
Re: Cruiser/lowrider custom bike clubs in wa??A few I know of are....Scarborough Beach Bicycles and Ace Cyclery.
Re: Cruiser/lowrider custom bike clubs in wa??ace cyclery is an awesome shop hes got some cool bikes in there and they've got a bunch of parts for lowriders cruisers choppers ect...
is there any clubs in perth for lowriders choppers and other custom bikes? been looking but cant find anything. cheers
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With its galvanized tin bar, ceiling draped in globe lights and abundant (artificial) palm trees, you can't help but be transported to breezier climes when you enter Sweet Grass. The smell of barbecue on the grill doesn't hurt, either. You get to enjoy sweet corn bread with bacon butter as you study the menu of Southern favorites like fried green tomatoes with corn relish ($6.96), crab cakes ($21.95), and shrimp and grits ($16.96). Though they offer a wide variety of sides (including collard greens, fried okra, Carolina slaw, mashed potatoes and grit cakes, don't expect the sweet potato fries pictured on the website because they aren't on the menu. We ordered the smoked drunken chicken with Blue Ridge barbecue sauce ($16.95), which was very sweet and arrived a bit undercooked. The pan-seared salmon with citrus glaze ($16.95) was modestly sized, but tasty. Sides are a highlight. The fried okra, house fries and mashed potatoes were all amazing; the collard greens were bitter and the Carolina slaw was on the dry side. The steak salad ($12.95) was delicious and colorful with artichoke hearts, corn relish and asparagus, but we were disappointed to find that the dressing we chose from the menu wasn't available that evening. Service was fast and friendly by a youthful staff. A small bar sits adjacent to the dining area, screened slightly by windows suspended from the ceiling, and a comfy lounge area with leather couches awaits those 21 and older. Tables encircle the large dining room with lofty ceiling, which can get a little noisy when the place is full. Perhaps because it's in a college town, Sweet Grass seemed a little confusing in its identity. The menu is mostly Southern food, yet includes odd complements like brick-oven pizza. The Italian fountain in the entrance sits below tailgate flags that feel a little frat house. The lounge area offers posh leather seating, yet they have bags and cornhole games in the corner, indicating casual game nights are also on tap. Open Monday through Saturday, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., reopening 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Reservations not accepted. Abundant off-street parking.


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I had trouble with the fry cutter clearing the cheese so I made this out of a cutting board and some SS safety wire:
What would be wrong with: http://www.ebay.com/itm/FGM111M-0-5hp-Stainless-Pro-Electric-Cheese-Grater-NEW-/120622437423?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item1c15a8542f
Looks like a good solution. Care to turn that over to show how the wire is attached?Barry
as long as there is an odd number of holes it works like this:
Thanks! While I was on Amazon looking at SS wire, I came across this. http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00008XXVM/?tag=pizzamaking-20I'm tempted (and lazy ). Looking to cut low moisture mozz (not fresh).Barry
i doubt either one would work with low moisture mozz. on my first attempt i used a thicker guage wire and it didn't work with fresh mozz. that looks to be considerably higher gauge than either wire. i don't think the cheese would push through. bill
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Wahoo Fishing (Fiji Island) #704 Wahoo, sometimes called the ocean barracuda or Pacific kingfish, is a large deep sea fish which is fun to catch and delightful to taste. TheFiji islands are the backdrop to an amazing fishing excursion and seafood meal when host, Jim Coleman casts his line for the flavorful Pacific Kingfish. |
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Christmas: It's Coming!
If you are like me, you probably realized with a shock this week that Christmas is only a month away! The panic set in as I began to think about the shopping that I need to get done in the next four weeks and to envision the crowded parking lots at the mall and the long lineups at the cash.
Should there be curlers on your shopping list, you can find many gift ideas at Goldline. For the new curlers on your list: if they have been using sliders when delivering their rocks, a pair of shoes would be [...]
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Christmas: It's Coming!
Posted on November 27, 2013 by Andrew
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Sweeping Forward: Goldline Curling Brooms
Posted on October 1, 2013 by Andrew
Other than shoes, a curling broom is one of the most important pieces of equipment in which you will invest as a curler. While the basic features of the broom have remained relatively stable over time, Goldline has always found way in which you can express yourself out on the ice.
Last season, Goldline introduced an exciting new series of NHL curling brooms, featuring the logos of our seven Canadian NHL teams. This year, we're excited to bring even more new options to the table.
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In addition to the ever popular choices of Candy Apple, Metallic White, Metallic Blue and Metallic [...]
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The Norway Pad - take your sweeping to the next level!
Posted on September 11, 2013 by Andrew
The Norway pad: it has taken the world by storm!
The Norway pad (featuring M-Brush technology) is a high performance pad that was introduced by Goldline last season. If you've not seen or used the Norway pad, here are the key things you need to know:The surface of the pad has noticeable ridges. The ridges of the pad are where the vast majority of the debris is captured. The pad itself is also very firm.
Key to the efficiency of the pad is its waterproof fabric: even in the late ends of a game, you will still see frost accumulation on the surface [...]
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Stand out from the crowd with your own Custom Curling Brooms
Posted on March 6, 2013 by Erin
Before the 2010 Vancouver Olympics, we were asked how the U.S. Olympic curling teams could set themselves apart. Goldline came up with the idea of doing customized curling brooms, and had unique designs created for each of the American, Canadian and Swiss Olympic curling teams. Ever since we hooked up with Steve Lobel, a senior graphic designer, and part time curler, from Lobel Designs based out of Whitby, Ontario, the level of sophistication in our designs has hit a new peak.
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Curling brushes: the Low Down on Carbon Fiber
Posted on February 19, 2013 by Paivi
In an earlier blog post, we outlined the primary differences in curling brushes, with one of the first items mentioned being the material comprising the brush shaft. Typically brush shafts are made of carbon fiber or fiberglass, or some combination of the two. If we were to draw an analogy with cars, a 100% carbon fiber brush would be the Cadillac, while brushes with shafts containing fiberglass would be considered your basic Volkswagon.
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Curling & Hockey: a perfect mix!
Posted on February 1, 2013 by Erin
Goldline now carries curling brooms, imprinted pads and covers that feature logos of your favourite Canadian NHL teams: Vancouver Canucks, Edmonton Oilers, Calgary Flames, Winnipeg Jets, Toronto Maple Leafs, Ottawa Senators, and Montreal Canadiens.
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Dr. Goldline on When to Replace Your Curling Brush Head
Posted on January 14, 2013 by Dr. Goldline
Dr. Goldline, how often should I replace my curling brush head?
As curlers we all know that sweeping is key in cleaning the ice surface and helping a rock get closer to its intended destination. If we put aside the cleanliness of the ice, which is largely out of your control, there are three primary factors that impact the expected life of a brush head: position, pressure and playing frequency.
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Goldline Exclusive: NHL Curling Brooms are available for order!
Posted on November 28, 2012 by Erin
It has been a long wait for the NHL curling brooms to arrive at Goldline, but they are finally here! Canada's favourite sport: Is it hockey? Is it curling? There's no need to choose. Take your passion for hockey out onto the curling ice and sweep that winning shot into the house using an exclusive NHL-licensed broom from Goldline!
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Curling Brooms: The Basics
Posted on November 12, 2012 by Dr. Goldline
In a curling game, players other than the skip throw only two rocks but sweep six others. Given the importance of sweeping, it should come as no surprise that curling brooms are the second most important piece of curling equipment, ranking only behind curling shoes. When choosing a broom, there are three key things you need to consider: the material comprising the shaft/handle, the diameter of the broom shaft, and the type of head.
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Goldline Exclusive: The Norway Pad
Posted on October 1, 2012 by Erin
The Norway Pad, with M-Brush Technology, is an extra firm waterproof pad that offers less resistance on the ice surface. Due to its distinct construction, it "polishes" rather than breaks down ice pebble, allowing for increased frequency of sweeping with less energy required. This unique innovation has been brought to us by Hallgeir (Hal) Moen, and is available exclusively through Goldline Curling.
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White Sox, Blue Jays seek momentum in finale
Carroll, Hutchison on tap for rubber match on South Side
CHICAGO -- The White Sox and Blue Jays are each thirsting for a series win as they head into Sunday's rubber match at U.S. Cellular Field.
Chicago hasn't ousted an opponent in a best-of-three since taking two from Detroit to end July. The Blue Jays took two of three from the Tigers last weekend, but those account for just half of their wins in August, during which they've gone 4-10.
White Sox rookie Scott Carroll takes the hill for the 19th time this season in the midst of a tough stretch. In eight starts since returning from the bullpen, Carroll is 2-4 with a 5.32 ERA, including 17 earned runs in his last four outings.
Carroll was bumped by manager Robin Ventura from a Wednesday start in San Francisco to get Jose Quintana back near the top of the rotation. Carroll allowed seven earned runs, including three homers, in his last start against the Mariners on Aug. 7.
Toronto's Drew Hutchinson is also coming off an arduous outing, in which he allowed six earned runs on seven hits and two walks in 5 2/3 innings.
"Unfortunately, I made some bad pitches and they got hit," Hutchinson said. "I made a couple of decent pitches, in the fourth one stayed fair and in the sixth same thing, just stayed in the line. So it's disappointing.
"You expect to go nine every time out there. If you're trying to say there's added pressure or something like that, no, not really. We expect to do well every time out and when you don't, you're just as disappointed."
White Sox: Avisail debuts just four months after tearing labrum
Avisail Garcia went 2-for-4 with a double in his anticipated return Saturday night -- just four months after tearing the labrum in his left shoulder.
Manager Robin Ventura said he had nearly no expectation that the versatile outfielder would be back this season.
"You don't put hope out that he will be able to make it back," Ventura said. "It's just a nice surprise to have him back and I think it's a testament to him and how hard he's worked, and there is probably some luck in there of him being able to heal the way he did."
Garcia hit .340 with three doubles, a homer and three RBIs in 13 games during his rehab assignment with Triple-A Charlotte.
Blue Jays: Jays look to turn northward
The Blue Jays are looking to salvage playoff momentum with just a month and a half to go in the season. Toronto sits 6 1/2 games out of first place in the American League East, and 3 1/2 back of the second Wild Card.
The Jays lost three straight series going into the All-Star break to playoff contenders in the Athletics, Angels and Rays, but bounced back to start the second half 11-3.
"We were in first place for a couple of months," designated hitter Adam Lind said. "Some things fell apart, but that's going to happen over the course of a season this long, but we're solid everywhere. Good staff, good bullpen, good lineup. We don't really have a great piece to anything, but we're solid across the board. Usually when that happens you're good enough to make the playoffs.""
Worth noting
• Neither of Sunday's starting pitchers has faced a starting hitter from the opposing team.
• The White Sox are 4-2 against the Blue Jays this season, 14-9 since 2012 and 11-6 over their last 17 meetings.
Daniel Kramer is an associate reporter for MLB.com. This story was not subject to the approval of Major League Baseball or its clubs.


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71st anniversary of Pearl Harbor
POSTED: 02:45 PM PST Dec 07, 2012
A ceremony was held in Hawaii on Friday for the 71st anniversary of the invasion of Pearl Harbor.
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