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Kahn explains comments; NBA considers fine
CHICAGO -- NBA officials are evaluating whether to fine Minnesota Timberwolves president David Kahn for comments suggesting Tuesday night's draft lottery was rigged, sources told CBSSports.com.
A decision on what to do with Kahn over his latest insensitive and inapropriate public remarks could be delayed because top league executives are traveling and scattered for multiple events, including the pre-draft camp and competition committee meeting Wednesday in Chicago. Commissioner David Stern and general counsel Richard Buchanan have yet to confer with other top officials, and there is expected to be a difference of opinion on whether fining Kahn and the Timberwolves would simply draw more attention to the unfortunate comments.
Meanwhile, Kahn told CBSSports.com Wednesday that his comments were meant as a joke, but reiterated that he believes in "the power of story."
The Timberwolves drew the No. 2 pick Tuesday night, losing out to the Cavaliers -- who were represented by owner Dan Gilbert's 14-year-old son, Nick, who suffers from a disease that causes tumors to grow throughout his body. Instead of being gracious, Kahn unleashed the following apparent attempt at humor and cleverness, which instead resonated with arrogance, poor taste, and what one league official called "bad karma."
"This league has a habit, and I am just going to say habit, of producing some pretty incredible story lines," Kahn said. "Last year it was Abe Pollin's widow and this year it was a 14-year-old boy and the only thing we have in common is we have both been bar mitzvahed. We were done. I told Kevin (O'Connor, GM of the Jazz, who got the No. 3 pick): 'We're toast.' This is not happening for us and I was right."
If you like to hear and see stupid things first-hand, rather than just read the quotes, you can watch Kahn's buffoonery here.
Speaking Wednesday to CBSSports.com at the Westin Hotel in Chicago, where league executives convened for the pre-draft camp and competition committee meeting, Kahn said his comments were made in jest and that he didn't intend to imply that the lottery was rigged. But then he may have unintentionally dug a deeper hole when he reiterated the essence of his comment, saying he believes in "the power of story."
"The first questions I was asked last night by the reporters were, did I feel that the Timberwolves were jinxed," Kahn said. "You know, we have a poor lottery record. And I want to say for the record, I don't believe in jinxes, curses, hocus pocus, and I don't believe we've been harmed in any way. What I said last night, I do believe in the power of story. And I just felt it was a heck of a lot better story for a 14-year-old to beat out two middle-aged executives standing together on a stage on national TV, and that our league has had its own share of luck in being a part of those stories. That's it. Anybody ascribing anything else to it is completely doing their own thing."
Kahn pointed out that his comment Tuesday night "elicited laughter," and said, "There was no follow-up question. Nobody said, 'Do you understand what you just said?' No, because everybody knew context. But I do understand, to your point, just reading it dry, that somebody could infer that. So lesson learned."
Asked again Wednesday if he was simply reiterating his assertion that the lottery results were rigged to produce a better story, Kahn said, "Absolutely not. I'm just saying that, if you look at sports in general, typically fairy tale stories, Cinderella stories, whatever you want to say, those tend to dominate sports. I just knew when you're standing there with a 14-year-old kid, logically the 14-year-old kid … it had nothing to do with being nefarious."
Kahn said he hadn't heard from the league about the comments, but said he wouldn't be surprised if he received a fine.
"I've had money taken away from me before," Kahn said. "It probably won't be the last time. It is what it is."
Whether Kahn's comments warrant a fine or not, his latest in a pattern of missteps had rival executives shaking their heads in exasperation and privately mocking him Wednesday. In one fell swoop, Kahn offended the family of late owner Abe Pollin, reduced an heroic 14-year-old suffering from a horrific disease to a "storyline," and insinuated that the primary means for bad NBA teams to improve – a process independently audited by an accounting firm – was fixed. And worse, upon reflection, Kahn didn't seem to realize or care that he had done any of this.
"He oozes smug," one rival team employee said.
Kahn and his organization were most recently fined $50,000 each last July for Kahn's comments about Michael Beasley's marijuana use – comments that were made soon after Kahn acquired Beasley in a trade with the Heat. This is not the kind of mistake that a seasoned, capable executive should make – especially one who is so close to Stern, who is mostly responsible for Kahn's continued gainful employment in the NBA. Kahn's basketball career began as an attorney at Proskauer Rose, the Manhattan law firm which handled, and continues to handle, NBA litigation.
Even now, with his organization hoping to secure a commitment from 2009 first-round pick Ricky Rubio to leave Spain and join the Timberwolves next season, Kahn's latest actions have threatened what should be a positive, forward-looking time for a team that has endured years of hopeless ineptitude – some of it, Kahn's own doing.
Overpaying for Darko Milicic and Nicola Pekovic while still having the lowest payroll in the NBA (when adjusted for Eddy Curry's buyout) tells you all you need to know about Kahn's basketball acumen. It's truly amateur hour when the same GM who drafted two point guards on consecutive selections in 2009 now complains about being denied the No. 1 pick in the lottery – when the consensus top pick is, you guessed it, a point guard.
Had Minnesota gotten the No. 1 pick, Kahn would've had a controversy much bigger than this one on his hands – being forced to explain why he did or didn't select Kyrie Irving first overall with Rubio, fellow 2009 lottery pick Jonny Flynn, and Luke Ridnour already Wolves property.
"But that's presuming there would've been a controversy," Kahn said. "I'm not in a position to presume that and I wouldn't presume that if I were you. It hasn't been discussed, internally or externally."
In addition, the organization has needlessly dragged out the presumed firing of coach Kurt Rambis, whose representatives are meeting with Kahn in Chicago this week but still may not come away with a final answer on his future. Don't cry for Rambis, who will see the more than $4 million remaining on his contract either way, but that's not the point. The point is, Rambis deserves better. So do Wolves fans, and the rest of the NBA.
Since: Jul 28, 2008
Posted on: May 18, 2011 5:36 pm
Kahn explains comments; NBA considers fine
If you think NBA refs are bad you should check out professional wrestling...
Since: May 18, 2011
Posted on: May 18, 2011 5:01 pm
Kahn explains comments; NBA considers fine
Bergersphere or IDIOTSPHERE. Stearn is a Marketer and ruined the game and I refuse to watch NBA Basketball. As a Bulls season ticket holder back in the Jordan era I watched my Bulls go down to Phoenix and be the first team in NBA Finals history to win 2 on the road to start a Finals. Game 3 in Chicago Phoenix had 36 foul shots to the Bulls 2 at the end of regulation. The Bulls lost in overtime. Facts are facts Stern ruined the NBA and yes I do remember the bent corner for the Knicks that got them Patrick Ewing. Berger your a SELL-OUT plain and simple!!
Since: Dec 5, 2006
Posted on: May 18, 2011 4:59 pm
Kahn explains comments; NBA considers fine
I love when reporters who have nothing to write about find a tiny little possibility and blow the thing so out of proportion so as to try and and create something that just isn't there. The guy was joking from start to finish and I think the greatest crime here is that nobody seems to police what Berger writes.
Another poorly thought out story - thanks, Ken.
Since: Nov 3, 2010
Posted on: May 18, 2011 4:49 pm
Kahn explains comments; NBA considers fine
Okay, I want every NBA GM, Coach, and President to step up to the podium and tell all what is wrong with the game. However, there is one catch. The NBA cannot levy a fine of any kind. No one is allowed to be PC and must speak from the heart. Yeah, right, not happening. But, in todays league, nobody can say anything without repercussions. Kahn made a comment, Barkley made a comment, Kobe made a comment, and the league has to investigate this? Really? Plus, fines? We're human, we joke, we take pot shots, we laugh at ourselves and make jokes at the obvious. For the NBA to get involved in such a minor and trivial comment is laughable. Find something else to do with your time, grab another layer of thick-skin, and quit pointing out faults in everyday life.
Since: Jan 11, 2007
Posted on: May 18, 2011 4:41 pm
Kahn explains comments; NBA considers fine
You know what really pisses me off? If people claim the game is so rigged, why the hell do you even watch it? If you already know ahead of time how a game is going to be called, why watch it? I mean the good " story " the year before would have been Lebron going toe to toe with Kobe in the Finals. But the Celtics won that series and went on to the NBA Finals. Maybe we'd like to see the Lakers in the WCF vs the Thunder this year instead of the freaking Mavs. Maybe the Grizzlies vs Spurs series was rigged. No seriously maybe.
Unfortunately there is no way to know 100 percent if something is rigged. But you guys are idiotic to think that makes that big a difference in the draft anyway. Number 1 picks don't always mean instant success. Let's take a look. Let's look at the past top picks of the last ten years.
2000=Kenyon Martin=No rings
2001=Kwame Brown=No rings
2002=Yao Ming=No rings
2003=Lebron James=No rings
2004=Dwight Howard=No rings
2005=Andrew Bogut=No rings
2006=Andrea Bargnani=No rings
2007=Greg Oden=No rings
2008=Derrick Rose=No rings(possible this year)
2009=Blake Griffin=No rings
2010=John Wall=No rings
Wow. It is still possible that some of these people named will win a title. But not likely it will be with the team that originally drafted them. Kahn needs to shut his stupid mouth up and stop making bonehead decisions so his team can win. Right now they seem to have a decent core of players pending on if Rubio can come next season. Winning a ring USUALLY has nothing to do with winning the lottery. It is a combination of multiple personnel moves, draft picks, and a stroke of luck and time. Kahn, pay your fine, shut your mouth, work hard and win. Sorry for the length guys.
Since: Sep 1, 2009
Posted on: May 18, 2011 4:28 pm
Kahn explains comments; NBA considers fine
berger, youre a douche
Since: May 18, 2011
Posted on: May 18, 2011 4:27 pm
Kahn explains comments; NBA considers fine
Ken Berger is an NBA BOBO the lottery is fixed, a team like the wolves who have been in it many times, have never won it, most of the time they have always fallen below their projected spot. but there"s always that story or that market that needs it more. What do you know they won the lottery, the odds are so great but thats the way it works. That is what your trying to spoon feed me. Get over yourself NBA, David Stern might as well be named Al Capone cause it is corruption what he has does. What sucks is this is happening over one of the worst lottery classes in years. Funny the wolves actually got to number 2 their best ever with this class.
Since: Sep 21, 2006
Posted on: May 18, 2011 4:22 pm
Kahn explains comments; NBA considers fine
I am not saying he is right but, I watched the clip and seemed to me the comments were in jest. He was smiling and chuckling, the reporters laughed. I think all of you should relax a bit including you Berger.
Since: Oct 3, 2006
Posted on: May 18, 2011 4:15 pm
Kahn explains comments; NBA considers fine
Well. Kahn does not believe Lee Harvey Oswald did all the shooting, either.
I suppoise there have never been questions regarding the NBA's "luck" of the draw. BANG, there it goes, again.
Since: Jan 12, 2011
Posted on: May 18, 2011 4:13 pm
Kahn explains comments; NBA considers fine
Eggytwin, Taylor doesn't need to get rid of Kahn. He needs to sell the team. There isn't a GM in the world that can save this franchise. The NBA won't allow it. They aren't a big market team. Stern is still pissed off from the Joe Smith scandle and he isn't about to let the Twolves become successful. The Twolves haven't had enough heartbreak over the years to warrant the NBA giving them the #1 pick and a chance to climb out of the cellar. It just doesn't benefit the NBA at all if we become a winner. The NBA doesn't gain anything from it. They pick the teams they think should be a successful franchise.


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The rims are awsome! the only thing that bugs me a little is that the Lug Nuts that AM sells stick out in the back (only on the Staggered fit). They told me that how it's supposed to be, but it looks odd. I still love the rims!
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These wheels have really upgraded my 'stang. I read some of the other reviews and a couple have spoke of damages but mine came in in perfect condition and fast. As soon as I started swapping out my old wheels, people walking by stopped and complimented them. I've been getting compliments ever since. The tires ride great. They aren't noisy and they don't hook like others I've had. They grab great though, and let you slam the pedal with confidence; wet or dry. The staggered set gives it an unmatched aggressive look. I love it! Thanks American Muscle!
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November 24, 2011
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July 17, 2012
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Installation Time: Afternoon
June 09, 2012
used on both of our Mustangs
My 2012 Kona Blue GT Premium and my wife's Race Red V6 Pony Package look gorgeous with this wheel & tire combination. The TPMS was easy to accomplish, the chrome valve stems look great, and the special valve caps, black lugs, black locks all go together beautifully. At the last Mustang show we had MANY compliments even though we weren't judged (LMA class). This combination was the only choice we both agreeed on and our decision has not been regretted since we first installed them. The handling was improved considerably over stock wheel/tire combination with no degredation of mpg. A/M was excellent is shipping, ordering, choice, and follow up. Highly recommended.
Installation Time: Afternoon
January 26, 2012
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A change of habit
Professionals who study reading habits may have a name for what I am. I don't know what it is. A compulsive reader, maybe. I have to read, even when I'd rather be fishing or eating. I read stuff that doesn't need reading, such as junk mail. On the road, I read all signs, including the […] [Read More]
A tomato for lunch
You've caught me loafing at the Winedale place. I'm alone except for Rosie the Lab pup who is asleep on the bathroom floor. She likes that tile floor because it's cool. And hard. People buy soft beds for dogs but all the dogs I've ever had liked hard surfaces to sleep on. Enough about dogs […] [Read More]
Rosie update: 'This is gonna be a big dog'
WINEDALE – Greetings again from the front porch of the old farmhouse in Washington County. Rosie the Lab is here with me, sprawled beneath my chair, where she has untied the laces on both my sneakers. She has a great fondness for shoelaces. She has just recently discovered cattle and spends a significant part of her […] [Read More]
A battle in the summer garden
Did you ever see a sort of funny-looking hummingbird flitting over the blooms in your flowerbeds? Well, guess what, it wasn't a hummingbird. Probably it was the moth that lays the eggs that hatch tomato hornworms. The tomato hornworm can become a pretty impressive creature. It's light green and has a horn on its rear […] [Read More]
A card from Geraldine
Look here, in the mail today there's a birthday card from an old girl friend of mine, Geraldine Potter. We were in the U.S. Army together, stationed in Santa Anna, California in 1945, when WWII was winding down. Her last name was not Potter then. It was Pope. Geraldine Pope of Seattle. She was an […] [Read More]
What didn't you know?
Attention all fathers. Editors in the Chronicle features department are inviting you to contribute to a story to appear on Fathers Day. They're asking you to respond to these questions: Despite the books, classes, and friendly advice, what DIDN'T you know about babies and fatherhood when your first child was born? Were there surprises? And did those […] [Read More]
Hello, anybody?
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On the high seas
Has anybody here on the porch read Patrick O'Brien's series of historical novels, about British Captain Jack Aubrey's adventures on the high seas, back in the 19th century, in the time of sailing ships? I think 2o of those books have been published, maybe 21. I'm on Number 3, titled "HMS Surprise." The first two were "Master and […] [Read More]
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Donavon just back from hosting the at the Billabong Adventure Camp Surf with a Pro at the Kandui Resort on the Mentawai Islands.
He scored some super fun waves on his fresh Gary Larson shaped Donavon Models
DONAVON'S LIL' BLUE BARREL from FTR Films on Vimeo.
The global response to Hobie's passing has been monumental; astronomical would be a more accurate description. Over the past few weeks, the effect that Hobie Alter had on people's lives has been shared across every medium imaginable. We have received heart felt letters, pictures, mementos, and countless stories of how a Hobie invention created a lifetime memory or contributed to a way of life. It has lit up social media with a plethora of tweets, posts, threads, and creative hash tagging. It even made the nightly news.
Fastlane Sailing Center's 'Fishn Mission'
I. Caught. A. Fish. Oh YEAH!!! Read it again, I Caught A Fish!!! Woot Woot holla at yo fishermama!! One fish, two fish, red fish, MY fish!! YEW!!! And, not just any fish! I caught a dastardly, super smart, wily, shrewd Ocean Living fish! Oh, they have eluded me for two years of trying… they have nibbled and evaded my true hearts desire to pluck them from their salty home. They have snapped my line and stolen my bait. They have left me standing on the shore bellowing 'Darn you, you slippery clever rascals! Why won't you just let me catch you??!!!" Oh, but all that changed on Friday, for on Friday I went from fisher to catcher!! I sniped a calico straight out of his hidey hole in the eel grass and into my Hobie Mirage Pro Angler kayak…. Satisfaction!! Glorious sweet sweet fishy satisfaction!
Everyone Hooked Up at Least Once!! Pictured : Hobie Surf Shop Crew of Chris Nichols, Your Faithful Blogger Me, and Ambassador Jennifer Holcomb
Ok, so how did I catch said fish, you ask?? I joined a group of people (ok I crowbarred my way into an invite) from all walks of Hobie life, and went on a 'Fishn Mission' put on by Fastlane Sailing Center in San Diego. A Fishn Mission is quite possibly the best and easiest way to get out into a personal boat and spend a morning doing a bit of angling! It is SET UP for you. Seriously. You park your car right in front of Fastlane's waterfront location on Mission Bay. Walk like ten steps, turn a corner and your eyes get filled with your own little fish catching chariot in the form of a Hobie Mirage Pro Angler Kayak! It's set with snack pack, pre lured poles, and ready to be wheeled the other ten feet to the water. Sweet living indeed!!!
Before you put boat in water, Ron Lane, Fastlane's Chief of All things Fishing/sailing, gives you a brief talk on how you operate the boat. Honestly, it's pedal driven easiness with a basic rudder. SO SIMPLE, yet crazy effective and quiet. Then we got stoked out with inside fishing tips from Afran, creator/owner of Warbaits, on how to properly cast and reel for the area we would be fishing in. Then we were rolling our boats to the water and we were off! From parking lot to the water in under 15 minutes and another easy 5 minute pedal to the honey hole…. and you are on a Fishn Mission! That is precision and a team that knows what they are doing!!
Just so you know, NO experience is necessary to have a GREAT time. Along on our crew were two people who had never been in boats, or used fishing poles. Everything is so well explained and well laid out that all 12 of us Hooked Up a fish at least once on the trip. Ron has a crew of expert fishermen along who check in with you through out the day, give you advice and help you land that elusive fish of your dreams. It was with Afran's help that I finally got the right technique down to reel in my little calico friend! It was AWESOME!!! Plus, you get to yell 'Hook Up' when you catch one! Don't freak out if you have never handled a hooked fish before, the guides are on it! They help you get your 'I'm a hugely successful fisherman' photo and show you how to de-hook safely so your little fish friend can go back to his watery home and tell stories of how he was 'in the boat!!'. Oh, and there is a nice little sandy beach with restrooms where you take a snack break half way through the morning. Truly a set up for a great day if there ever was one!!!
The Crew Representing Hobie by Hurley, Hobie Designs, Hobie Surf Shops, Hobie Fishing, Warbait, and our Hosts, Fastlane Sailing Center, During our Snack Break!
After the day is on the water is over, you cruise back to Fastlane for a nice lunch. Then, since you are now a successful fisherman, you do what all great salty sea dogs do, you tell lies about how big the fish you caught was and how much bigger the one that got away was!! To go on your own Fishn Mission contact Fastlane (619.222.0766) and book your day!!
-Tracey Engelking. Successful Fishermama.
***I have to take a minute and thank David and Doug from Hobie by Hurley for having me along!! What an awesome gift you gave to us all! Thank you to Ron Lane for providing the stoke!! I've never met anyone more genuinely psyched on enjoying the water then you! Thank you to all the fishing guides for helping us achieve success!!! And, especially thank you to my bosses at Hobie Surf Shop, Jake and Mark, for letting me write blogs like these that sometimes highlight other shops, but that are a true reflection of the Hobie Lifestyle!!***
Hobie by Hurley proudly unveiled its new apparel center inside of the new Fast Lane Kayak and Sail Center in San Diego. As one of California's premier outdoor retailers and its extensive history with the Hobie brand, Fast Lane Kayak and Sail Center was the perfect fit for Hobie by Hurley's sling shot into the outdoor market.
Seventeen year old French team rider Martin Letourner has been hard at all winter in his back yard of Saint-Malo, " the waves aren't always perfect but it's interesting to train in all surfing conditions"
The Resin Tailblock Story… With Josh Martin.
A Tail Block is a beautiful thing.
This is an indisputable fact.
A necessary thing? Maybe not. But, When properly shaped and applied, it is a beautiful thing for sure. So is the case with this truly unique Resin Tail Block crafted by Josh Martin. The resin was salvaged from the Hobie Factory floor back in the 1970′s by Terry Martin*, Josh's father, and has been repurposed into chopsticks, buttons, and now a footer for a Hobie Classic Longboard. Watch along and learn the story behind the resin and, even more importantly, Josh teaches you step by step how to apply and shape your own Tail Block…. which, if you know the hermit like tendencies of most shapers, is almost as unique as the Resin Tail Block itself.
-Tracey Engelking
* strangely enough, Terry was never a fan of making tail blocks… ;)
For The Person on Your List Who Has Everything… Hobie X Fender.
Custom Fender Jaguar Guitar & Hobie Replica Vintage Surfboard
This one-of-a-kind guitar / surfboard combination will only be available through this charity auction. Classic 1960s surfing takes shape in the most iconic Surf Rock instrument, the Fender Jaguar. Of only three Hobie X Fender guitars in the world, this is the only one made available to the public. The Fender comes with the matching Hobie classic longboard, completing your Surf Rock collection.
Also included in this package is the Classic Player Jaguar®Special guitar. This guitar updates the time-honored Jaguar model with several thoroughly modern improvements, including hotter pickups, cut switch, Adjusto-Matic™ bridge, 9.5″ fingerboard radius and neck pocket with increased back-angle for improved stability and sustain.
Bid early and Bid often by clicking HERE! There is ONLY one to go around!!


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The PASS elections season is almost here! PASS elections are an important annual event, letting members have their say about where they want PASS to go and who they want to guide the world's largest independent, user-led organization for SQL Server professionals.
In my previous role as PASS President, I was proud to watch PASS's impressive growth across the world, thanks to the efforts of our hardworking volunteers and leaders. Now as Immediate Past President, I'm excited to oversee the PASS elections and see a new generation of leaders steer PASS in this time of enormous change and opportunity to better serve the global SQL Server community.
The Nomination Committee (Nom Com) manages the entire election for Board of Directors – from qualifying and interviewing potential candidates to determining and ranking the final slate. Joining me on the NomCom will be a volunteer from the Board of Directors and three community members elected by the PASS membership.
The main qualification for serving as a community member on the NomCom is a demonstrable record of volunteering with PASS. Applications for the NomCom will be accepted May 30 to June 6. And all PASS members as of June 1, 2012, are eligible to vote in the NomCom election that will follow. The top three vote-getters will complete this year's NomCom and will immediately begin preparations for the Board of Directors election.
I encourage you to get involved – whether you're encouraging others to join PASS as voting members, talking about how to improve the organization, or running for office yourself. If you're interested in applying for the NomCom or the Board of Directors, you can learn all about the process at the PASS Elections site. As community discussions gear up, let current leaders and candidates know what issues are important to you. And please vote. Support the candidates of your choice, and help shape tomorrow's PASS!
Rushabh Mehta
PASS Immediate Past President/NomCom Chair
The PASS Board meeting wrapped up on Thursday in Seattle, and as promised, we discussed the Board appointment process for close to 90 minutes. We gave careful consideration to the membership feedback received over the last couple of weeks and reviewed all opinions. We understand and respect that certain of our members disagree with our decision. However, the Board members who voted in favor of the appointments of Kendal Van Dyke and James Rowland-Jones stand by their decision.
As PASS President, I erred in not clearly communicating how the appointment process would work. I should have been clear whether I would automatically recommend the runners up or choose from a broader pool for my recommendation to the Board. In the future, if we have known appointment openings prior to the start of the election process, I will clearly, and publicly, articulate how I plan to approach the appointment process.
In the next PASS Connector newsletter, we will provide a roundup of our latest Board meeting and will do so for every subsequent in-person meeting. I'm also encouraging PASS Board members to blog about their Board meeting experiences. We do publish the Board meeting minutes, but I recognize many of you do not have the time to review these lengthy public documents, so we'll summarize as best as possible and publish the information in our bi-monthly newsletter. This will help us do a better job articulating and communicating PASS Board discussions and decisions.
Please join me in congratulating James Rowland Jones and Kendal Van Dyke on their appointments to the PASS Board.
James is a member of the SQLBits organizing committee, a very successful SQL Server event program based in the UK, and has been an international advisor to the PASS Board since August 2011. His approach to problem solving and well thought out ideas and discussions have been a valuable asset to the Board. Kendal is a passionate PASS volunteer and leader of the MagicPASS Chapter based in Orlando, FL. who has demonstrated thoughtful and persuasive arguments around PASS governance issues.
For those of you wondering how and why these two appointments were made to the PASS Board – read on!
PASS Board members that are elected to at-large positions serve two year terms. If they aren't able to complete their term the bylaws state these seats are "filled, by a majority vote of the Board of Directors, for the unexpired term." Prior to a June 2009 bylaw change these vacated seats with unexpired terms were filled by Presidential appointment.
The current process to fill vacated seats is simple and PASS Board Directors' votes are publicly recorded. The Directors get to vote for the people who they feel will best serve the organization. It's important to note that these appointments require a majority vote of the Board.
Board seats usually come available through resignation or a Board member moving to the Executive Committee. As of January 1st, Douglas McDowell moved to the Executive Vice-President of Finance role by Board election and Andy Warren resigned his seat. This means there were two Board seats to fill with terms expiring at the end of 2012.
While the President no longer appoints Directors, they do to put forward candidates. I did this in consultation with the Board in hopes of a smooth appointment process.
In this case, I focused on choosing the best individuals from among our membership to fill these slots. I based my decision on several factors: personal experience, whether the individuals stood for election, Nomination Committee rankings, and vote totals during the election. I also considered what they might be doing once on the Board. For example, we have an opening in the SQL Saturday portfolio that would be nice to fill without shuffling or doubling up. I also wanted to consider people from outside North America. Much of the growth for PASS over the next few years will be international and I wanted to see if we could find someone to help facilitate that growth.
I put forward James Rowland-Jones and Kendal Van Dyke as my recommended candidates. The Board discussed the appointment selections at length. We discussed a variety of potential candidates, including the two I put forward. We looked at several approaches for choosing candidates including appointing the two best people we knew, selecting the next highest vote getters in the recent election, choosing based on portfolio need and appointing based on geographic region. A portion of the discussion was placed under NDA in order to candidly discuss the strengths and weaknesses of each candidate and the Nominating Committee information. It didn't seem appropriate to discuss individuals' strengths and weaknesses in the public minutes– especially since some of those individuals may not have known they were even being considered. In the end the motion passed 11 to 1 to bring on James and Kendal.
I am confident that these individuals will serve PASS and its membership effectively. Our meeting minutes will be published in a week or two. Please feel free to drop me a line with any comments or feedback, or simply comment on this post.
For my first editorial as PASS President, I want to take a moment to thank all of you who voted in our Board elections in December and encourage you to get even more involved in your organization in this new year. It was awesome to see the excitement generated by a phenomenal slate of candidates and by wide-ranging community discussion about the biggest issues and opportunities facing our organization. I challenge all of us to translate that energy into creative solutions to help SQL Server professionals around the world connect, share, and learn. With your help, 2012 is going to be a great year for PASS!
One of the first tasks for the President each year is to assign Board members to portfolios, and I'm excited to announce this year's portfolio leaders. The portfolios for members of the Executive Committee were determined when the Board elected them last June. Douglas McDowell will serve as Executive Vice President, Finance, and Thomas LaRock will serve as Vice President, Marketing. Rushabh Mehta moves to the role of Immediate Past President. These terms started Jan. 1 and run for 2 years.
Directors-At-Large are typically assigned a portfolio for a calendar year, although sometimes Board members will head the same portfolio for 2 years. This approach works best with the natural Board turnover and matching the desires of Board members with the needs of the organization.
This year, we have only one returning At-Large Director, Allen Kinsel, who is taking over the Chapters portfolio. Allen previously headed the Summit Program committee, and his experience leading a large volunteer team will be invaluable in the Chapters area.
Our three newly elected Board members – Adam Jorgensen, Denise McInerney, and Rob Farley – have also received their portfolio assignments. Adam will lead the Summit Program portfolio, putting his previous 2 years of experience on the Program Committee and service in two other portfolios to great use. Adam's experience and combined technical and business skills will be central to the continued expansion of our Summit educational offerings.
Denise will take over the Virtual Chapters portfolio. Denise was instrumental in the creation and growth of the Women in Technology (WIT) Virtual Chapter and the growth of its leadership team, and I'm excited to bring her experience to all our Virtual Chapters.
And Rob will lead the 24 Hours of PASS portfolio, heading up our largest online events program and one of our greatest opportunities to reach more members. PASS has a tremendous opportunity to expand its offering of local-language events that can touch all parts of the globe. Rob's drive and experience organizing events and volunteers will really shine in this portfolio.
Our last portfolio, the popular PASS SQLSaturday events program, will be filled when the Board appoints someone to fill one of two empty Board seats later this month.
I'm honored to be working with a Board that has more experience and depth than any I can remember. And I'm looking forward to this team and our army of volunteers accomplishing great things for PASS and the SQL Server community this year.
PASS is pleased to announce three new board members for the 2012/2013 term in what was a record-setting elections season. Adam Jorgensen of Pragmatic Works Consulting, Denise McInerney of Intuit, and Rob Farley of LobsterPot Solutions and a current International Advisor to the board were the top vote-getters in a competitive race for three open seats on the PASS Board of Directors.
The election proved that every vote counts, with only 68 votes separating the top three candidates and just 177 votes between third and fourth places:
1. Adam Jorgensen – 1,026
2. Denise McInerney – 990
3. Rob Farley – 958
4. Sri Sridharan – 781
5. Kendal Van Dyke – 762
6. Geoff Hiten – 526
A record 1,951 community members across 66 countries voted in the 2-week election, casting a total of 5,043 votes. That's 867 more voters and 2,247 more votes than in 2010, and more than three times the number of voters who participated in 2009 (576). And for those who may think the election is decided in the first 2 days, 904 votes were cast in the first 2 days of voting and 832 in the last 2 days, with the candidate standings actually changing from the midpoint of the election to the final results.
Newly elected board members will officially begin serving their term on January 1, 2012. For more information about the candidates and the elections process, see the 2011 PASS Elections site.
Congratulations and thanks to all the candidates for an energetic and tightly fought race. And thanks to everyone who asked a question in the candidate forums, blogged and tweeted about the elections, and helped shape the future of PASS by voting.
As PASS continues to grow, it will need more and more great individuals to step up and lead. If you are interested in starting your own leadership journey, contact your local PASS Chapter or PASS HQ for opportunities to volunteer. After all, the 2012 elections will be here before you know it!
A week into campaigning and voting for three open seats on the PASS Board of Directors and PASS members are rocking the vote. It's been great to see all the "I voted" messages on Twitter and the Elections Forums discussions on communications and transparency, PASS Summit locations, directors and pre-cons, and more. Thanks for getting involved!
Individual voting links have been emailed to all PASS members in good standing as of June 1, 2011. If you are eligible but did not receive a ballot, please contact PASS HQ.
Voting ends Dec. 20, so if you haven't voted yet, there's still time to learn more about the candidates and submit your choices. Visit the Candidate Campaign Space to learn more about the six candidates running for the 2-year Board terms:
Even if you're a more recent member of PASS, you too can have your say in this year's elections. Go to the Candidate Forums to ask the candidates questions or simply have your say. Elections season is a great time for healthy debate on the future of PASS.
For more information about the elections, see the 2011 PASS Elections site. And watch the Dec. 28 Connector for elections results. Good luck to all the candidates, and happy voting!
It's official – voting has started!
The future of PASS is in your hands. Voting and candidate campaigning for the 2011 PASS Board of Directors elections are now open and run through Dec. 20.
E-ballots have gone out this morning to all PASS members who joined on or before June 1, 2011. You can vote for up to three candidates for the 2012/2013 Board of Directors. Candidates for the open seats are:
Adam Jorgensen
Rob Farley
Denise McInerney
Geoff Hiten
Kendal Van Dyke
Sri Sridharan
Check out the Candidate Campaign Space for candidate bios and platforms, and make sure to visit the elections forums to see the candidates' answers to community questions or to ask your own. We'll also be updating the Discussion page with the latest elections blog posts, and you can follow and join in the discussion on Twitter using the #passvotes hashtag.
For more information about the elections, see the 2011 PASS Elections site. And watch the Dec. 28 PASS Connector newsletter for elections results.
Thanks for helping shape PASS's future by participating in the elections process – and good luck to all the candidates!
The PASS Board of Directors has approved the Nomination Committee's slate of candidates for the 2011 Board elections. Congratulations and good luck to the candidates:
Three Board seats are up for election for the 2012-2013 term. Voting and candidate campaigning will kick off Dec. 6. The Candidate Campaign space will go live the same day, letting you compare the candidates' qualifications, application answers, and campaign platforms. All members in good standing as of June 1 will receive an email containing their secure voting link, and ballots must be submitted by Dec. 20.
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PASS is your organization – don't miss this opportunity to help shape its future through the elections process. Your vote is your voice. Let your future leaders know what's important to you – vote!
The PASS Board of Directors elections season is ramping up, with the following six applicants chosen to move on to the next stage of the process – interviews with the NomCom:
Rob Farley
Geoff Hiten
Adam Jorgensen
Denise McInerney
Sri Sridharan
Kendal Van Dyke
Over the next 2 weeks, the applicants will participate in interviews that dive deeper into the qualifications they listed on their application form and that will help the NomCom determine the slate of candidates to put forward for the upcoming election. Campaigning and voting will begin December 6 after the final slate of candidates is approved.
The PASS Board has three slots open for election for the 2012/2013 term and one mid-term appointment to be made by the Board President. For more information about the elections process, see the 2011 PASS Elections website. And if you have questions of your own for the applicants or the NomCom, head to the Election Forums and twitter (#passvotes).
Thank you and good luck to all the applicants, and get ready to rock the vote!
Vision? Passion? Drive? Sounds like you're ready for the PASS Board of Directors. Applications for the 2011 Board elections are now open, along with the interactive elections forums for community members to have their say... or start their campaigns.
The PASS Board has three seats up for election for the 2012/2013 term. A fourth seat – being vacated mid-term by Douglas McDowell, who is taking on the role of Executive Vice President, Finance – will be appointed for a 1-year term by the Board president, according to the PASS bylaws.
You can download the PASS Board application form at the PASS 2011 Elections site, and all applications must be submitted to PASS HQ no later than Oct. 19. To qualify as a candidate, at a minimum you must have direct volunteer experience with PASS, such as serving on a committee or as a Regional Mentor or Chapter leader, leading a SQLSaturday or other event, or volunteering in another capacity. Candidates must also currently work with SQL Server to some degree. For more about candidate requirements and to see what characteristics and abilities would make an ideal Board candidate, see the Candidates page.
Make sure you take advantage of the elections forums to ask about the elections process, get information about running for the Board, pose questions to the candidates, and discuss platforms and issues with fellow community members. Just log in with your PASS user information and post away! The PASS HQ team will also be providing links to community blog posts on the Discussion page to keep you up-to-date with all the elections news and commentary.
Good luck to everyone considering applying for this important role to help lead the world's largest association dedicated to serving the SQL Server community. Apply today!


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DEFINITION of 'Supranational'
An international organization, or union, whereby member states transcend national boundaries
or interests to share in the decision-making and vote on issues pertaining to the wider grouping.
INVESTOPEDIA EXPLAINS 'Supranational'
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"I have every reason to believe that the British are right about this. I trust the British on this issue. The British are operating in the south, they know the situation there."
"What determined whether the people before my eyes really are themselves, was my own self. If I were to leave those doubts and distance aside, they would become lies. If I were to put my trust into them and compromise, they would become real. - Kirigaya Kazuto (Kirito), Sword Art Online"
"My whole family respects me more and feels like I still have some trust to gain, but otherwise everyone gets along pretty well."
"Don't expect too much from the person you love or the person you trust because one day, they will end up disappointing you."
"I'm going to ask you out one day to be my girlfriend or maybe something more, I don't know when but when I do, it will be something special and hopefully by then I'll become the man I need to be for you."
""Dying" is not synonymous with "useless". To those who are in need… To those who feel hopeless.. You are alive today because you have yet to continue with your journey. Go for it. Today is THE DAY. Live it to the fullest. Others may be catching their breath just to live a minute longer. BE GRATEFUL - having yet another day. HAPPY NEW YEAR TO FRIENDS AND FAMILY WHO MEAN SO MUCH TO ME. GOD BLESS US ALL AND MAY THE NEXT YEAR BE FULL OF REAL LOVE AND REAL UNDERSTANDING OF WHAT LIFE IS ALL ABOUT."
"I'll trust you to hold (my daughter's) Sweet Fifteen for me and walk her down the isle (sic) for me someday on her wedding day. That's all I'll ask of you bro, I've always been a burden to you ... I'll trouble you no more after this ..."


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People's Struggles
staff | Minneapolis, MN | 6/07/15
Black Lives Matters Minneapolis issued a statement, June 7, in response to police abuse at a pool party of Black youth in McKinney, TX.
staff | Washington, D.C. | 6/07/15
In the context of a Saudi massive bombing campaign, the Army of Yemen, with the backing of Popular Committees, struck back by launching a scud missile at...
Mick Kelly | Minneapolis, MN | 6/07/15
Twin Cities activists will host a live stream event with long time Palestinian American leader Rasmea Odeh and her defense attorney Michael Deutsch,...
Luis Jalandoni | Philippines | 6/05/15
Fight Back News Service is circulating the following statement from the National Democratic Front of the Philippines (NDFP).
staff | Minneapolis, MN | 6/05/15
After months of organizing and community pressure, the Minneapolis city council voted 12-1 to repeal laws against lurking and spitting, June 5.
Michela Martinazzi | Tampa, FL | 6/05/15
The Committee to Stop FBI Repression-Tampa will hold a live stream legal update event on the case of Palestinian activist, Rasmea Odeh, June 11.
staff | Washington D.C. | 6/04/15
26 years after the People's Republic of China turned back an attempt to overthrow socialism, the U.S. State Department issued a statement, June 3,...
staff | Madison, WI | 6/04/15
Last month, the Republican-dominated State Assembly continued their attempts to shame the 856,000 Wisconsin people using the food stamp program (called...
Cassia Laham | Fort Lauderdale, FL | 6/02/15
On June 11, activists in the South Florida area will gather to watch Palestinian activist Rasmea Odeh speak about the status of her case and what to...
staff | Washington, DC | 6/01/15
The authoritative Lebanese news outlet Al-Manar is reporting that the Yemeni resistance scored a victory over the U.S.-backed Saudi military on June 1....