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Are Canadian PhDs less valuable than internationals ones? This question is a pretty hot topic right now. One researcher has convincingly argued that this is the case, at least right now. The trend, as Yves Gingras, Canada Research Chair at UQAM has shown, is decidedly against the hiring of home-grown earned doctorates. To be fair, Gingras only looked at the 10 largest Canadian universities, but his findings do underscore a controversial trend, to be sure.
The study points out that in the mid '90s those faculty who had earned their PhDs in Canada was about 70 percent. By 2005, the rate had dropped to 55 percent. Moreover, in the humanities the drop went from 70 percent in the mid-'80s to less than 40 percent. The internationalization trend does have its dark side–that is, if you think of this decline in such terms.
When I was entering this august profession the trend was definitely in the other direction. I vividly recall national conference meetings at which people argued passionately about the need to hire our own, giving them/us precedence over non Canadian applicants. Deviating from such practice was heretical. This was the norm for almost 2 decades, commensurate with the relative health and growth of Canadian studies programs and of related scholarly associations. We even created legislations to safeguard such practices.
As an Honours English undergraduate, at McGill and at the University of Alberta, I had been taught largely by US- and British-trained academics who had been recruited by Canadian universities in the great hiring waves of the '60s, during the university expansion period. My ear became accustomed to hearing a wide range of English-speaking accents, many of which I ceaselessly imitated—that is, mocked– for cheap laughs with my pals.
The pendulum started to swing in the other direction by the '80s, in the wave of broad based discussions about Canadian nationalism. Margaret Atwood's Survival: A Thematic Guide to Canadian Literature and Surfacing, both published in 1972, marked the symbolic moment when we really took hold of the question of national identity, and pretty much teased ourselves to death over it for a good 20 years. By the time I got to graduate school at the University of Western Ontario about half my profs had been trained in Canada. Naturally, and like so many others at the time, I pursued a degree in a Canadian subject.
It's fascinating to see the pendulum swinging again. Of course, that's what pendulums do. But there are consequences now, after several decades of the growth of Canadian-based research in the social sciences and humanities, in particular. Are such subjects now considered too parochial for study–or for the global marketplace? Sure, scholars around the globe study Canadian subjects–but not so much.
Anyhow, there are a lot of meaty issues at play here, well worth thinking through, especially as we continue to encourage more internationalizing of our campuses. See the link to the full article by Gingras here:
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"The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) lowered its definition of lead poisoning for children to five micrograms of lead per decilieter of blood from the previous level of 10 micrograms, based on a recommendation from its Advisory Committee on Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention," it has recently been announced from Atlanta.
"Researchers used data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey on children 1-5 years old to update the value for lead poisoning. Approximately 250,000 U.S. children have blood levels above 10 micrograms and about 200,000 children have blood levels between 5 and 10 micrograms," according to CDC, adding that young children may suffer from impaired hearing and negative behavioral outcomes from concentrations of lead lower than the previous standard.
The Ohio Department of Health advises that "Lead can damage nearly every system in the body and has harmful effects on both adults and children. Lead poisoning is the greatest environmental threat to children in Ohio."
Lead occurs naturally in the environment. It's in the soil in your yard. Much of it comes from man made sources though, in manufacturing and mining. Changes over the past 30 years have banned lead from gasoline and paint, but it still is used in batteries, pipes, roofing materials, pottery, solder and some cosmetics, according to the Mayo Clinic.
Lead poisoning can be traced to some traditional medications, things like greta or azarcon, litargirio, ba-baw-san, ghasard and daw tway, all from other countries. It can be found in soil, bullets, fishing weights, and if you read the information that comes with the strings of lights you use to decorate with at holidays, you may find a lead advisory to wash your hands well after handling.
Mostly children are exposed to lead through lead-based paint that has deteriorated and may still be present in homes built before 1978, and lead contaminated dust.
"All children under the age of 6 are at risk because they are growing so rapidly and because they tend to put their hands or other objects which may be contaminated with lead dust, into their mouths." The CDC adds that children living in older homes are at a greater risk, especially those living at or below the poverty line.
Lead poisoning can be prevented. Look into testing paint and dust from your home. Don't allow children access to peeling paint or chewable surfaces painted with lead-based paint. If the home is older than 1978, you might want to assume that it does contain lead-based paint.
When renovations are ongoing in an older home, pregnant women and children should not be there. Create barriers between children's play areas and lead-contaminated areas. Regularly wash children's hands and toys. Wet mop floors and wet wipe window sills at least every couple of weeks. Don't let your children play in bare soil. Sandboxes are recommended and covers when not in use are also encouraged to keep critters from using the sandbox as a litter box.
- A healthy diet reduces lead absorption.
- Don't skip meals. Empty stomachs absorb lead.
- Wash children's hands often and thoroughly.
- Limit fat and sugar intake.
- Snack on fruits and vegetables instead of chips and candy.
- Properly wash food before consuming.
- Store and heat food in safe containers.
- Don't eat food that has fallen on the floor.
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"There are scientific and practical reasons for pursuing individualized treatment of cancer," said Serhiy Souchelnytskyi, Ph.D., associate professor at the Karolinska Institute. "My primary activity involves proteome profiling of human breast cancer to allow generation of networks suitable for systemic analysis. Initially, it was not my intent to focus on breast cancer, as this could very well be applicable to other cancers, but breast cancer proved to be a good model."
Dr. Souchelnytskyi's methodology of choice is Dynamic Response Network (DRNet). "DRNet is a tool that can be used in the clinic to manage genetic and proteomic information to predict disease development and response to treatments," he explained. "Among other things, DRNet can discriminate malignant vs. benign neoplasia—up to 70 percent of breast neoplasia are not malignant. This provides possibilities for clinical applications such as the individualization of treatments."
Dr. Souchelnytskyi presented two case studies demonstrating the clinical applications of DRNet that focused on improved diagnostics and selection of treatment in one case and selection of treatment of resistant breast cancer in the other.
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When a treatment is only 80% effective, noted Dr. Souchelnytskyi, you don't want to be in that other 20%. However, with first-line treatment, there are strict guidelines to treat. "With second-line, there are more options, but less certainty, and this is where we come into the picture. Cancer can be aggressive or indolent. If it grows, go after it; with malignancy you have to be careful. I've seen cases where tumors have been activated to metastasis. We step up and suggest ways for treatment and let the clinician decide."
Researchers have a range of protein-profiling methodologies at their disposal. In his presentation, William M. Gallagher, Ph.D., associate professor of cancer biology at University of California Davis, talked about how tissue microarrays and digital slide scanning technologies can greatly speed up biomarker development.
"We have actually stopped most of our omics-based discovery programs and shifted more of our efforts toward validation of our findings via high-throughput antibody-based assays on tissue microarrays—which, in a sense, can also be included within the proteomics sphere," said Dr. Gallagher.
A core activity within Dr. Gallagher's lab centers on the creation and use of tissue microarrays to provide a means for screening large numbers of clinical samples on a simultaneous basis. "This assay affords its own problems, namely surrounding downstream analysis via pathologist-based interpretation."
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One of the key bottlenecks that Dr. Gallagher's group initially faced was the difficulty in performing downstream validation of identified biomarkers of interest. "This required us to refocus our efforts on this crucial phase and develop new solutions such as the automated image-analysis approach to overcome these problems.
"Our findings suggest that such immunohistochemistry-based surrogates may provide more clinically applicable assays than complex gene-expression signatures. The result is a comprehensive biomarker development pathway that extends from discovery through validation on tissue microarrays, which is yielding clinically relevant biomarker panels for predicting outcome in breast cancer."
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We were actually invited over to our friends' house for dinner tonight (the first time since we moved here in July!). I know that making vegan food can be daunting for omnis (hence our scant dinner invitations) but they served up a delicious meal of black bean enchiladas and salad, with chocolate pudding cake for dessert. What a treat! That means I did not cook a meal today, and I know I said I would post the risotto from yesterday, but I wanted to share today's culinary experiment instead. This pepperoni is totally amazing! You will never buy veggie pepperoni at the store again.
Note: if you want a milder pepperoni, cut back on the pepper and pepper flakes.
- 1/2 cup of white kidney beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup cold water
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp liquid smoke
- 1 tsp HP sauce, or BBQ sauce
- 1 tbsp paprika
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp whole anise seed
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- 1 tsp green peppercorns
- 1 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 1/4 cups vital wheat gluten
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2. Roughly grind anise seed, peppercorns, and red pepper flakes with a mortar and pestle. Add into mixture. Add in wheat gluten and mix well with a fork.
3. Divide dough into three equal portions. Shape each into a tube and wrap like a tootsie roll in heavy duty aluminum foil. Make sure to wrap it tightly by twisting the ends. Heavy duty foil is needed to keep the pepperoni from bursting out of the wrapping when cooking.
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Purse strings in Washington are tighter than they have been in years meaning funds for some defense projects are harder to get.
The Senate has voted for an amendment to the annual defense authorization bill that could eventually block the proposed second engine for the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter: the F136 from General Electric/Rolls-Royce. Aviation Week reports that Congress has earmarked unrequested funds for the F136, but the Senate adopted the amendment on July 23 that would require proof that the F136 engine would cut costs for the program overall. The program currently relies on the F135 engine from Pratt & Whitney.
The amendment was written by Sen. Joseph Lieberman from Connecticut who said, "The Department of Defense has long said that it neither wants nor intends to use an engine other than the one currently produced by Pratt & Whitney."
AviationWeek reports that Lieberman's claims are not entirely accurate. The Pentagon and Air force Leadership have been rejecting calls for the F136 alternative engine, but program leaders for the JSF have stressed that an alternative engine isn't a bad idea. The bill will have to be amended in the House version if the F136 engine is to continue to be an option. Money for the F136 has been earmarked already in the House's defense appropriations bill.
GE spokesman Rick Kennedy said, "The funding battle over the GE Rolls-Royce F136 fighter engine for the JSF is far from over. The argument for an engine competition for the JSF, the largest fighter program in US history, is simply too compelling."
President Obama has threatened to veto a bill that comes to him promoting a second engine with a chance of disrupting the program. The Senate has already voted against more funds for the F-22 Raptor program.
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quote: Maybe it's about time we let those countries' taxpayers foot the full bill for their defense?
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So the internet is going nuts over a recent Stanford University "I Am Hip Hop" roundtable. While I've already said my piece on Kris' craziness (really though what is there to say other than "that dudes crazy, but I did like Criminal Minded," I can't believe people are actually defending an outburst like that), it's unfortunate that the KRS incident is getting all the attention while some very sane and intelligent speakers are overlooked. For example, one of my personal rap heroes, Boots Riley from the Coup made some very on point comments that I took the time to transcribe, because i know a lot of fools aren't going to take the time to listen to two hours of audio:
"I think though that a lot of the labels that are put out there as far as who's conscious and who's not go strictly on an aesthetic level of what kind of music is behind who's rap. You know, I always talk about back in the day when Ice Cube had Death Certificate out and there was a big movement of new york rappers like, and i think Black Sheep might've been out at the time. Black sheep was conscious and Ice Cube was gangsta. Death Certificate was one of the most revolutionary albums that I ever listened to but yet [it] had more of a blues aesthetic behind them and it seemed like something that might have been geared towards black people's music that they were listening to. But if you had more jazz samples in your stuff that was thought of to be intellectually superior.And it always goes that way. Hip hop wasn't the first music to be talked about in this way. That 'bebop is culturally superior to blues,' that was being talked about all the time. And it really has to do with what most people think black people are listening to is gonna be called ignorant. Ten years later, ten years from now it's gonna be some white kids making music that sounds like lil jon and black folks are gonna have moved on, but that music is going to be called the intelligent music.
Because right now we're all (I gotta say what's up to KRS one obviously man), we're always being criminalized, the image of black folks is always being criminalized. The culture that around is being criminalized and there has to be a reason for more police in the streets, there has to be a reason why we're all broke. There has to be reason why we're under the impression that we're under and the reason is never that there's a system that works against us, it's always the culture that we create that points to our inherent inability to cope. And that's what all of this discussion is really about. This discussion is really about saying that the culture that black folks make is some how not as smart as it could be. And not as progressive as other people, as certain forms of art. So we overlook when Trick Daddy makes a song that's very progressive and political, we overlook Juvenile's lyrics that are very progressive and political.
And then on the other hand we overlook the so called underground rap that says way more demeaning things to women and we overlook the so called underground rap that says way more right wing lyrics and things like that. And it really has to do with an aesthetic. We know that a lot of people are listening to hip hop and to me it's the systems problem. How do you get to the point that most of the white kids and people in the united states, in general white people, are listening to hip hop – how do you get them to listen to hip hop but not relate to black folks at the same time? The way you do that, because if you relate to the problems that black folks are in you might start thinking about the system itself and how it'd work. The way that you do it is to characterize this music as being less than up to par.
And you talk about how ten years ago black folks was peaceful so the music that was made ten, twenty years ago was always the peaceful music. You know, it's always when black folks was good and in their place and… in the 80s we used to have parties where everybody loved each other and hugged and that was the music that was going on so let's bring it back to '88. When we know for sure that back in 88 most of the stuff that's saying take it back to '88 wouldn't have got played. Because one, you can't dance to it, you can't play it at a party. People rhymin all off, with no kind of rhythm to it, no patterns or nothing like that. But we get this idea of what black music was twenty years ago and it's always the case. In the sixties all of the sudden blues was in after black folks had already moved on in general. And, that twas the music that was real, that was real soulful cause all of the motown stuff and the stax stuff was contrived.
Basically I think that the whole discussion it really has to do with can the struggle to say that our problems come from our culture that we create vs. the question of do our problems come from a system that we need to fight against."
The legendary Davey D also made some strong points. I was going to transcribe his speech as well but my hands are tired. He starts speaking immediately after Boots, at about 30 minutes in. Everything prior to it is basically just Kris yelling and the guy from dead prez saying "yaknowhatimean." For the second part knowledge reigned supreme over nearly everybody, and i especially liked the first female speaker (didn't catch her name, identifed herself as an early source writer), who took rappers to task for their historic inability to take criticism on any level. Then KRS closes out, now reduced to a whisper, which, as you know, would be a restrained shout from the mouth of anyone else. I don't think dude's stopped yelling in twenty years. Fresh for 2006, you suckas.Listen to Part 1 of the conference.
Listen to Part 2 of the conference.
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Moe's Southwest Grill has the unique of being one of the few companies to rise from creation to stardom in only a few years. Originally founded in 2000, it took only a few short years for Moe's Southwest Grill to be a huge hit among restaurant goers. Today, people use Moe's Southwest Grill coupons all over the country and the company has locations in 35 different states. The original Moe's was founded in a relatively small neighborhood just outside of Atlanta, Georgia. That neighborhood was called Garden Hills and it is proud to house the first Moe's Southwest Grill on the planet.
Moe's has come full circle with its development, going from a small, local establishment to a corporate monster. It was purchased by FOCUS Brands in 2007 and that company has taken things to the next level. After that sale, Moe's Southwest Grill went from a mostly Southern company to one with national reach. It continues to expand, as FOCUS is targeting new markets and international possibilities for the Moe's brand.
Moe's and its staple foods
If you are using Moe's Southwest Grill coupons, then you will certainly want to go for a few of the company's staples. The company has kept things relatively simple with its menu, offering a basic approach and a dedication to making its selections high quality. Because it does not try to do too much, the few items that Moe's does offer are well practiced and well made. With that in mind, most people go for the Moe's burritos. Filled with either chicken, beef, or tofu, topped with cheese, rice, and beans, these burritos are meaty and filling. There are plenty of different options, including the Homewrecker and the Joey Bag of Donuts.
Additionally, the company offers quesadillas with many different toppings. These are less popular than the traditional burritos, but they are slowly becoming a better option for people who like to keep things fresh. All Moe's dishes are served with characteristic chips and salsa, while many people like to add a side of fresh cheese to make things taste that much better.
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While people with those Moe's Southwest Grill coupons will still want to focus on the burritos, it should be noted that Moe's has changed a bit with the time. Many restaurants have been updating their menus with healthier options as today's consumers are more interested in keeping the calorie count down. For this reason, Moe's offers a taco salad option. Though these are not as healthy as a traditional garden salad, they do offer a more health conscious alternative to the burritos, while keeping much of the taste.
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Another Moe's staple that you will notice when using those Moe's Southwest Grill coupons is the company's approach to making customers happy. They understand that when people spend their money on a meal, they expect to be treated well. That is why when you walk into a Moe's location, the staff will shout, "Welcome to Moe's!" This is their customary greeting and it never seems to get old. Over time, this has become the company's marketing pitch, as well. Their commercials feature friendly staff members exclaiming the phrase, welcoming new people who may or may not be prepared for the atmosphere.
Moe's and pop culture
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Handguns: Autoloaders
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January 9, 2003, 09:19 PM
What can ya'll tell me about the AMT Backup in 380. There is one for sale for $169. It appears to be in very good condition. GOOD OR BAD, I need some info here. Thanks Serial number A-42599
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January 9, 2003, 09:29 PM
Poor quality control, you might get a good one, but I heard there were good Yugos also. ;)
Kahr carrier
January 9, 2003, 10:29 PM
Amt is subjective sometimes you get a good one and sometimes a bad one .If you get a good one there great. Buyer beware.:)
January 9, 2003, 11:05 PM
I used to have a Amt Backup 22lr . And all i can say is Beware ...
The gun had problems from new to broken in . It Jammed on average from 2 to 3 rounds per magazine . Even with Stingers a
very hot 22 it didnt solve the problem . The gun was taken to a gunsmith and still falied to work right . Then finally after about 1,000 rounds the gun started to fail to fire , and then on top of that later begin to only shoot 1 round at a time , and the case
would not eject by itslef . I also know someone else who has a 380 , the one you mentioned about getting , and it was pretty much the same story it jammed very often . My advice would be
to look for another 380 , even a cheap brand like Davis performs better than the amt backup . AMT imo is a horrible gun company.
Mike Irwin
January 9, 2003, 11:26 PM
Single action or double action?
If single action, I'd stay away from it.
The early guns had SERIOUS safety flaws, in that the safety was "off" after the lever had moved less than 10% of its entire length of travel.
Double actions are an entirely different kind of craps shoot.
Bottom Gun
January 9, 2003, 11:37 PM
You may need to use a fence stretcher to pull the trigger if it's like the one I used to have. :rolleyes:
January 10, 2003, 12:18 AM
MADDOG, I have an AMT Backup (DOA) in .45 ACP. Mine does not function well. It will fail to feed one out of every 5 rounds. I have a friend who has the same model that has not had any problems with his gun and has tried many types of ammo. I would suggest trying the specific gun before purchasing it. AMT and it's buyer Galena are no longer in business so if the gun does not work you have very few options for parts.
As Bottom Gun eluded, the DOA trigger is stout. I do not find this a problem. The AMT Backup is not a taget gun. I can shoot decent 7 yards groups with this gun.
January 10, 2003, 09:13 AM
As far as AMT goes, let me just say that during the last 40 years well over 300 guns of various makes and models have passed through my collection. Only two stand out in my mind as truly BAD guns. One was the original 380 Backup (SA) and the other was the 45 Backup (DAO). Both were such total POS that throwing them into the Atlantic Ocean could be considered environmental pollution.
Sean Smith
January 10, 2003, 09:17 AM
BAD. Avoid at all costs.
Marko Kloos
January 10, 2003, 10:24 AM
If it says AMT on the slide, there's a 50/50 chance that the gun will be either trouble-free or not run at all. The AMT Backup seems to be the worst offender of the line. Some other AMT models run OK, or can be made to do so.
January 10, 2003, 10:38 AM
I only have experience with the AMT 45 Backup
:fire: :cuss: :fire:
January 10, 2003, 11:48 AM
January 10, 2003, 01:47 PM
I have a AMT back-up 45ACP now and it works just fine, will shoot any bullet weight with no problems, and I used to own a 380 back-up which I traded to my brother-in-law who is a LEO and wanted a small handgun to carry into court in an ankle holster and that one worked great also or otherwise he would not have traded for it....... buy it.........
January 10, 2003, 02:15 PM
If you want a good little .380 - Bersa and Firestorm are inexpensive and they hold up quite well. I have one, my Sister does, and the guy I work with also has one and none of us has had a problem.
Firestorm and Bersa are the same almost - only the Firestorm has rubber wrap a round finger groove grips, and sights like a Glock......
Something to think about.
January 10, 2003, 05:41 PM
I purchased a brand new AMT .380 backup in 1989 or so, based on a positive review from a gun magazine. It was the original single-action model.
That gun had the worst bite of any I've fired before or since. Fortunately, I was lucky to get it to chamber and fire more than two or three rounds per magazine. I tried to sell it at a gun shop, but I was told "we don't buy those, they don't work". I finally sold it to a friend that thought he'd fix it witha throught job. Good riddance.
Keep in mind, this gun's safety was only a trigger block.
Don't buy it.
January 11, 2003, 12:02 AM
I have an early .380 AMT single action backup. The positives are the gun is still one of the smallest .380's you can buy, VERY concealable. Mine also has no problems feeding and firing. Its a nice little carry gun, but it does have some drawbacks.
The negatives....even the gun's owners manual recommends NOT carrying the weapon with a round in the chamber. The firing pin is NOT blocked, and the hammer (concealed in the body of the weapon) will be cocked back, ready to fire. My safety lever broke at one point, but at the time AMT was still in business, so they sent me a new safety lever.
I once diassembled the firing "block", which required punching out a retaining pin. Never did that again...once the pin was out, I had to go to Ace Hardware to get a new pin. Just used spray cleaner from that point on.
Since the gun is not backed by its manufacturer anymore, I would not get it, even though mine has been "ok". There are superior products on the market now. Still...I must admit, when the weather is very hot, and you are just wearing shorts, it is great to have a .380 small enough to just slip into your pocket...
Mine may be great, but others may be bad...
There are superior choices, even if not in .380. The KelTec in .32 looks superior in design to the AMT.
(I also replaced the screws in the grip with regular sloted ones...they had some weird hex screws in mine. Another trip to Ace Hardware)
I take it this is NOT going to be your first gun, correct? If it is, there are MUCH better choices...
January 13, 2003, 10:00 PM
I've had an AMT .380 DAO Back Up since '94. It has fed both ball and JHP reliably. It is the smallest gun I have in a decent caliber for self-defense, but I usually only carry it when I can't conceal my G27.
It does have a very heavy trigger pull and is difficult to disassemble for thorough cleaning.
January 14, 2003, 12:14 AM
Since Kel tec plans to annouce a .380 next month, I would just get that...lighter, and actually backed by a company that is in business...
Heck, may even have to get one myself...
January 14, 2003, 02:44 AM
Junk..maximum, complete junk!
H Romberg
March 31, 2003, 09:08 PM
I must have gotten lucky!:D
the one I picked up today burned through 2 full boxes of PMC hardball without one malfunction. Had to buy it despite the bite it puts on your hand. It's the smallest .380 I've run across, and it came with a whole bag of spare parts. I'll remember to stick with 5 rounds though, since it's a SA model. Thanks 4 the heads up Mike. I checked out the safety, and it disengages just past the half way point. Scary. Anyway, we'll see how it handles HP's tomorrow. Friggin thing's a nightmare to strip for cleaning.
April 1, 2003, 12:47 AM
At $169, that AMT 380 is about $170 over priced! If it was thrown in with a trade or came along w/ some cash, maybe! It would depend on the main gun in the trade, what I was giving up & how much cash!
April 1, 2003, 01:10 AM
It is really a shame that AMY made such horrible guns, because all of their guns were (in theory) pretty neat...
They had neat designs...they should have just contracted the designs to a better manufacturer. I really liked the idea of the 22mag autoloader that they had...and the 380 backup seemed like a neat sort of gun to have around...if it only worked.
April 1, 2003, 01:55 AM
My dad has an AMT Backup in .45 and it has never jammed! I have heard bad things about them but I have SEEN good things. It also has softer recoil than a Glock 36 and is not totaly inaccurate. I think it is a good small all SS .45. The DA trigger is really heavy.
I don't think they are junk, I think AMT has good designs but I have heard about the spotty QC from other people besides those that post on forums. A co-worker of mine told me that AMT is the one gun that he would not buy at any price after his bad experiences with his, I don't know which model but I suspect it was a 1911 because he liked those.
I think you are going to get mixed opinions, but for that price I would pass, you could get a Kel-Tec or a Bersa for a few bucks more and they are better guns.
May 19, 2008, 08:01 PM
Its funny I was reading this threat to figure out how to disassemble the one I've had for 20 years. I put it away a number of years ago in favor of my Taurus 9mm Millenium which took its place. Recently I decided to carry it in my cargo pocket because the Millenium ankle holster was starting to chafe my leg and the Taurus is bigger.
I never had problems with the backup other than spraguing it open to clean the barrel. It fires nicely. Mine's the single action with the grip safety.
I do not carry it with one in the chamber and assume that it would be dangerous to do so even if the safeties all worked AOK which they do by the way.
If you shoot a box of ammo through it, the web of your hand will feel the sting no doubt. But its small and compact design makes it theeeee smallest 380 you can carry just about.
Its heavy though. But a couple of spare mags on the other side makes up the difference.
May 19, 2008, 08:05 PM
Had a .380 backup.
All stainless and beautifull shape.
Had a 947 pound trigger.
Sold it.
Claude Clay
May 19, 2008, 08:10 PM
omc 380.....was finer than fine. that was 30 years ago in a galaxy far far away
May 19, 2008, 10:14 PM
Driving out the roll pin to dissassemble the thing is a real PITA and is definitely a con, but other than that, I still stand by my original reply!
Nothing like resurrecting a five year old thread! :confused:
Thanks for the memories!
BTW, I still carry that AMT regularly. :D
May 20, 2008, 01:35 AM
I find AMT/IAI/whatever else they called themselves to have even poorer QC than Spanish or Brazilian guns if that tells you anything.
A shame as some designs are innovative and/or lookm nice.
My bud says AMT= Always Made of Trash
May 20, 2008, 02:21 AM
I always took a buddy to the range when I was going to shoot my 380 AMT. Took both of us to pull the trigger.
True story, dad got me and my brother AMT Longslides, sequencial serial #'s. Mine was the most inaccurate single shot pistol I've ever owned. Finally traded it to a friend for a can of soup and half a sandwich. He hasn't spoken to me since. My brother's runs just fine. It's one of his favorite 45's and he collects 1911's. Go figure.
May 20, 2008, 03:43 AM
FYI High Standard has picked up the AMT pistols, both the Automags and the Backups- I owned an Automag III that was a joy to shoot, IF you wore hearing protection. The flame this thing would shoot out was awesome, of course that was just wasted powder, but it was an amazing light show.
May 20, 2008, 09:46 PM
I had a mid 1980's 380 SA Backup. It was one of the two pistols I was ever glad to get rid of. It never did run right.
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State law keeps flag on schools
Internet romance ends in arrest
HILTON HEAD ISLAND, S.C. - A Charleston man looking for romance was carjacked after a girl he met on the Internet allegedly set him up for a date with a gunman.
GBI: Sex offender left off list
Officials stay busy with fires
Small, unrelated wildfires have kept southeast Georgia forestry rangers scrambling during the past few days to keep a bad fire situation from getting worse.
State pioneers with Web site
ATHENS, Ga. - A project getting under way at the University of Georgia will be a kind of poster child at a National Endowment for the Humanities meeting today - the $2.3 million New Georgia Encyclopedia, which aims to be the first such publication created with cyberspace in mind.
Aiken asked to cut back
AIKEN - Despite a statewide drought, Aiken has no serious water problems - yet.
Man gets 84 years for abusing woman
Four days after his 33rd birthday, Carl Sloan began an 84-year prison sentence.
City looks to land major airlines
The community of Amarillo, Texas, thought airline service so important that its residents approved a special tax to subsidize American Airlines operating expenses at the Amarillo airport.
Man gets probation in 7-year-old's death
Officials urge care for fires
With a moderate drought now in full effect in the Augusta area, Georgia Forestry officials are asking residents to be cautious with their outdoor burning.
State law keeps flag on schools
Richmond County school board officials said Thursday that state law prohibits them from removing the state flag from school grounds as requested by the local chapter of the NAACP.
Hopefuls report on funding
Going into next month's Democratic Primary, Richmond County sheriff candidate Ronnie Strength has received nearly 11 times more in campaign contributions than the other two Democratic candidates and lone Republican combined.
Man gets 84 years for abusing woman
A face in the crowd
Cross Creek High School graduate Jessica Lynn Hammons smiles up at her family who watch from the stands as she completes her high school career at the Augusta-Richmond County Civic Center during commencement ceremonies.
Tax assessment increase angers county residents
SRS gets bonus, fine
Savannah River Site's top contractor earned an $11.4 million bonus for its recent performance at the federal nuclear-weapons site, but deficiencies cost the company millions more.
Fire chief reports to grand jury
School board passes preliminary budget
Richmond County school board members tentatively approved a $195 million budget Thursday that includes additional secretaries, and art, music and special education teachers.
City postpones decisive vote on bond marketers
Superintendent endorses opponent of governor's bill
HARLEM - Georgia State Superintendent of Schools Linda Schrenko on Thursday continued what she calls her campaign against the governor's education reform bill by endorsing her first political candidate.
No decision in double homicide case
Hit-and-run victim could go home soon
Officials at Medical College of Georgia Children's Medical Center have informed the family of a 4-year-old hit-and-run victim that she might be able to return home as early as next week.
Local NAACP wants state flag removed from schools
Across the area
BARNWELL - Barnwell County authorities are asking for the public's help in the case of a Snelling man found dead last weekend along U.S. Highway 64.
After shooting 1-for-16, Miller rediscovers hate
Jackson's calm leads Lakers' storm
Jordan awaits Hamilton's decision
49ers' QB Young decides to retire
Mr. Henry Decker Jr.
TENNILLE, Ga. - Mr. Henry John ``Hank'' Decker Jr., 86, of Mount Gilead Church Road, died Wednesday, June 7, 2000, in Summerville.
Mr. Laurie Gilliam
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Mrs. Ezma Rourke
ANNISTON, Ala. - Mrs. Ezma R. Nabb Rourke, 83, of Kalyn Drive, died Wednesday, June 7, 2000, at her residence.
Mrs. Mary Crowder
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Mr. George Brown
Mr. George Oliver Brown, 79, of Martinez, died Monday, June 5, 2000.
Esmeralda Leon
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Mr. Chester Glover
STAFFORD, Va. - Mr. Chester Frank Glover, 83, of Harbour Drive, died Friday, June 2, 2000, at Mary Washington Hospital, Fredricksburg.
Mrs. Aletha Gregory
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Mrs. Ella Brown
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Mr. Joseph Simpson
Mr. Joseph Eldridge Simpson, 86, died Tuesday, June 6, 2000, at Medical College of Georgia Hospital.
Mrs. Emma Jones
AIKEN - Mrs. Emma Irving Jones, 75, of Westmont Drive, died Tuesday, June 6, 2000, at Pepper Hill Nursing Home.
Mr. Jesse Weathersbee
WILLISTON, S.C. - Mr. Jesse Blease ``Bub'' Weathersbee, 87, of David Bridge Road, died Saturday, June 3, 2000, at Mattie C. Hall Nursing Home.
Mr. Willie Armstrong
SANDERSVILLE, Ga. - Mr. Willie Armstrong, 72, of Lovett Street, died Monday, June 5, 2000, at his residence.
Mr. William Sacre
WHIDBEY ISLAND, Wash. - Mr. William Ambrose Sacre, 73, died Wednesday, May 31, 2000.
Mr. John Graham
Mr. John D. Graham, of First Avenue, died Monday, June 5, 2000, at the Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Centers.
Mrs. Charleen Brega
NORTH AUGUSTA - Mrs. Charleen Steinmetz Brega, 69, died Saturday, May 27, 2000, at her residence.
Mr. Melvin Morrison Sr.
Mr. Melvin Richard ``Rich'' Morrison Sr., 71, died Tuesday, June 6, 2000, at Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Centers.
Mrs. Miley Williams
ELMONT, N.Y. - Mrs. Miley Williams, 99, of Emily Avenue, died Thursday, June 1, 2000, at Franklin General Hospital, Valley Stream.
Mrs. Sallie Wingard
NORTH AUGUSTA - Mrs. Sallie Johnson Wingard, 97, of Crestview Drive, died Thursday, June 8, 2000, at her residence.
Mrs. Lucille Maddox
Mrs. Lucille C. Maddox, 71, of Hickman Road, died Tuesday, June 6, 2000, at her residence.
Mrs. Cecelia Harris
Mrs. Cecelia Harris, of Rosier Road, died Friday, June 2, 2000, at University Hospital.
Mr. Robert Billingsley
GREENSBORO, Ga. - Mr. Robert L. Billingsley, 40, died Monday, June 5, 2000.
Miss Dorothy McGruder
LOUISVILLE, Ga. - Miss Dorothy McGruder, 49, died Wednesday, June 7, 2000, at Doctors Hospital, Augusta.
Mrs. Climmie Sturgis
GROVETOWN - Mrs. Climmie Lee Sturgis, 75, of Katherine Street, died Sunday, June 4, 2000, at Doctors Hospital, Augusta.
Mr. Clarence Thompkins Jr.
Mr. Clarence Thompkins Jr., 77, of Wheeler Road, died Wednesday, June 7, 2000, at his residence.
Mrs. Gertrude Tincher
JACKSON - Mrs. Gertrude Dolin Tincher, 83, died Monday, June 5, 2000, at Aiken Regional Medical Centers, Aiken.
Mr. Eddie Aycock
LINCOLNTON, Ga. - Mr. Eddie Lewis Aycock, 50, of Kelley Street, died Wednesday, June 7, 2000, at Wills Memorial Hospital, Washington.
Mrs. Berta Norris
GIBSON, Ga. - Mrs. Berta C. Norris, 88, died Thursday, June 8, 2000, at McDuffie County Regional Medical Center, Thomson.
Mr. George Bean
SANDERSVILLE, Ga. - Mr. George Mack Bean, 65, of Ridgeland Drive, died Wednesday, June 7, 2000, at his residence.
Mrs. Hazel Hubert
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Mr. Byron Quarles
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Ms. Elizabeth McCall
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Mr. Charles Dorsett
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Mr. Willie Perry Jr.
AIKEN - Mr. Willie Perry Jr., 43, of Barnwell Avenue, died Friday, June 2, 2000, at his residence.
Miss Nickey Smith
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Mr. Marvin Peed
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Mrs. Alma Grant
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Mrs. Elease Newsome
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Mrs. Connie Williams
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Mr. Robert Reese
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Mr. Eddie Aycock
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Mr. Daniel Booker
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Mr. John Spratlin Jr.
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Patients' rights support a wake-up call for GOP
(Editor's note: The author, Scott Reed, was 1996 presidential candidate Bob Dole's campaign manager.)
Fish story improves
The tentative agreement worked out between Fort Gordon and the Army Corps of Engineers as to when the fort's semi-public Lake Thurmond recreation area can be used for tournament fishing holds promise of solving a difficult problem.
Patients' rights support a wake-up call for GOP
(Editor's note: The author, Scott Reed, was 1996 presidential candidate Bob Dole's campaign manager.)
Moral behavior means choosing right
Kevin A. Palmer (letter, June 1) is right: The Boy Scouts are not God's chosen people. Unfortunately he seems to be confused about the difference between morality and perfection. Sam Fulton, Martinez
Incumbent best for Aiken Co. chair
On June 13 Aiken County must vote for the individual who will inevitably become our County Council chairman. I recommend the tried and true incumbent Ronnie Young who has served on our county council faithfully since 1990. David A. Towles, Beech Island
Hell looks better
In response to R.E. Sutherland's letter of May 25, in which she condemns all of us who do not think as she does, I can think of no worse damnation than to be stuck for eternity with Mrs. Sutherland and her sanctimonious, naive, judgmental cohorts. Nancy Wilds, Aiken
Baptists & coaches: the difference
Patrick Barkley (letter, June 3) asks why ``... we get so upset about the fundamentalists'' and not about great coaches extolling the virtues of football.Susan Kinney, Waynesboro
Elementary grad event too long
Recently I attended a graduation ceremony for one of our local elementary schools. The graduation class contained almost 90 children with 99 percent present. Bobbie Burke, Grovetown, Ga.
School buses perilously dilapidated
I have kept up with the Richmond County school bus issue. I have gone to the local transportation department and looked at the buses. I've talked with drivers and mechanics. Rhonda Gaines, Hephzibah
Sign anti-voyeur bill
New technologies spawn new ways to engage in old crimes. Peeping Toms and voyeurs have been having all kinds of perverse fun using video cameras to eavesdrop on other people's lives.
Red China wrong to ban pop singer
This is a follow-up development in response to Phil Kent's May 25 column on Taiwan: Alice Wang, Atlanta
Enforce sign law
Beautifying Augusta should be a high priority, a citywide effort, which is why we embrace a plan developed by a host of officials, both elected and civic, and formally proposed last week by the planning commission.
American terrorists bent on carnage
The Rev. Mark Estep was officiating at the funeral of Dana Cooper and her 2-year-old son Anthony when a baby began crying. Rev. Estep paused and then announced, ``Let that baby cry. It sounds like music today.'' Richard Amundson, Augusta
Bush visit illustrates differences between presidential contenders
On the same morning Republican presidential candidate George W. Bush is in Augusta for a World War II D-Day celebration, introduced by a highly-decorated Marine war hero, Democratic presidential candidate Al Gore is again lying about the use of unlimited ``soft money'' and being criticized by a tenant for a failure to make needed repairs on her poor family's rental home.
Louisville's airport growth a debacle
The Augusta Regional Airport draws only compliments from passengers I meet. But if you're determined to spoil that, show some innovative thinking. Barbara Stober Shaffer, Blythe
Candidate wrong to imply support
Jay Lacy, a candidate for Edgefield County Council, made a mass mailing to the 5th District (Merriwether/Westside) this week. He used letters to the editor from two members of the Concerned Citizens for Edgefield County, implying we support him. Bernadette Hudson, North Augusta
NAACP should put past behind it
I took great offense at Roy DeLamotte's June 5 letter. I am a Jew and my family lived through the Holocaust. I wasn't even born when World War II was fought, but my family did not raise me to hate Germans. My family did teach me the history of my people. Joe Nirenberg, Beech Island
A victory for parents
The U.S. Supreme Court came out in favor of parents' rights Monday in a decision that keeps states from forcing parents to allow grandparents access to their grandchildren.
Carville turns TV viewer off
I have been watching Meet The Press on TV. If I had not been for getting rid of Bill and Hillary Clinton, this program would have cemented my desire. Robert Calloway, Augusta
FEHBP is only vets' care that works
Once again Army Echoes has published its newsletter listing health care as the top issue for the Retiree Council. The article raises the same old red herrings, laced with excuses for maintaining the status quo, while pretending to improve things. Boyd Simmons, Augusta
`Keep the faith'
``A grateful nation keeps faith with the old soldier. It stays true to its obligations to the veteran. Too often, this duty is neglected. Too often, in Washington, those who served in the military are remembered only on Veterans Day.''
Letter writer 'clueless' on budget
I read with interest the May 6 letter from L. Boyd attacking our legislators for their votes in favor of the Georgia state budget. Jackie McIlwain, Martinez
Traditional values equate to decency
Three cheers for columnist Mona Charen and Dr. Laura Schlessinger for ''expressing traditional views.'' I call those ''traditional views'' decency. Einar Waldun, Hephzibah
Taking us for a ride
Federal and state governments, including Georgia, are pushing hard for more public transit, not just within metropolitan areas, but between them. Their hearts are in the right place; they seek to reduce the number of cars on the roads for smoother (and safer) traffic flows and to curb air pollution caused by high-volume commuter traffic.
Overtime: Norman handles Safin in French Open
Hudson's first fight to be televised
Garage should be off-limits to fans
Overtime: Coble advances to semifinals
Pirated souvenirs are booming business
Schooling fish won't hit? Try teensy lures
Fisherman's luck makes four happy
Appeal uncertain for Microsoft case
SEATTLE -- Microsoft Corp. expects a warmer welcome from a higher court when it appeals a federal judge's order to split up its software empire. But it is no sure bet.
EPA bans common pesticide
WASHINGTON - Citing health risks to children, the Environmental Protection Agency today banned one of the most common pesticides for use in gardens and homes, while curtailing its application in agriculture.
Judge's ruling in Microsoft case
The text of the memorandum and order attached to U.S. District Judge Thomas Penfield Jackson's ruling in the Microsoft antitrust case.
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Michael Richardson
How deep brain stimulation put one man back in the game
Like a lot of boys, Michael Richardson played little league baseball. "I wasn't very good at it," he says. But that was shortly before he developed symptoms of dystonia, a movement disorder.
Dystonia causes muscles to contract involuntarily leading to repetitive or twisted movements. Dystonia can also prove painful, but the degree of pain varies depending on the severity of the disease and the person affected.
For Richardson, diagnosed at 13, the dystonia manifested itself in his gait. Instead of walking with his heal striking the ground before his toes, his toes struck the ground first and his heal would follow. It wasn't long before Richardson needed crutches and then a wheel chair to get around.
He and his family moved to Mexico when he was in his early teens. It was there Richardson saw a pediatric neurologist who treated him with botulinum toxin, or Botox. Botox blocks the release of a chemical causing muscle contractions. After a few treatments, Richardson no longer needed a wheelchair or crutches, although he says he still walked with a noticeable limp.
But after Richardson returned to the United States to attend college, the symptoms returned despite Botox treatments and later a baclofen pump. The pump delivers the drug baclofen directly to the spine, which lessens side effects.
Winters were especially hard on Richardson. Cold can worsen muscle contractions associated with dystonia. And so can stress, much of which was connected to his job. So, with every passing winter, the dystonia worsened, says Richardson, despite the recuperative warmth summer would bring.
Richardson's physician one day suggested he consider deep brain stimulation, or DBS. DBS involves implanting electrodes into a specific area in the brain and are then connecting them to a neurostimulator implanted in the chest. Electrical pulses created by the stimulator travel first to the electrodes and then to the brain to reduce muscle contractions.
Richardson gave the idea of DBS some thought and eventually agreed to give it a try. In February 2007, he found himself in the operating room surrounded by Emory physicians and surgeons, including neurosurgeon Dr. Robert Gross and neurologist Dr. Mahlon DeLong. The surgical team implanted the leads with Gross performing the surgery and DeLong mapping the brain to determine exactly where the leads should be placed. Three weeks later, they implanted the neurostimulator and programmed it to generate precise electrical impulses.
"It was interesting, I saw some improvement even before they turned on the leads," says Richardson. "I didn't know this then, but just putting in the leads can improve dystonia even before the stimulator is implanted."
Every three months, Richardson visits Emory so his neurostimulator can be fine-tuned. Its electrical impulses are adjusted for frequency, intensity, and duration, all of which affect how well DBS will work.
And for Richardson it's done just that. In fact, the DBS has worked so well that Emory medical students get to learn from Richardson's experience with dystonia. "After Dr. DeLong gives a lecture on neurological disorders, I go too, and students can ask me questions about my experience." says Richardson. "It's kind of fun."
While attending DeLong's lectures, Richardson said he has learned about how DBS affects other movement disorders, such a Parkinson's disease. "What's really interesting about DBS for Parkinson's patients is the immediate effect DBS has on their tremors," says Richardson. "If they turn off their neurostimulator, they start to shake almost immediately. I could go a week with mine off and not know it until quite a bit later."
The DBS has allowed Richardson to return to playing baseball. "I play in a church league, and we range in age from 18 to 76," he says with a smile. "I'm still not very good. You know, I think our team should get a couple of bonus points since our pitcher is 76 and our catcher, that's me, has had brain surgery. We played three games a week last spring, and it was a lot of fun. And I can do pretty much anything I want to now."


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It's become canon around The Nation.
The T-O-P priority for 2014 is shortstop. The Cardinals need one. The Rockies have one.
We are all keenly aware that the Danny Descalso / Peter Kozma double team that the Cards went with most of 2013 season isn't commiserate with the aspirations of a team poised to win championships.
Yes. With an 'S'.
So we're all eager to see what GM John Mozeliak has up his sleeve for a solution.
Popular sentiment amongst the casual fan has centered around Colorado Rockies SS Troy Tulowitzki. Watch this video and picture him in the middle of the Busch Stadium infield. Wouldn't be to shabby, right?
Totally agree. Dude is a stud. Red and white would look GOOD on Tulo. But guess what… It ain't happening. Not a chance in the world.
Now ESPN is fueling the fire. This article was published today. It's an ESPN Insider page, so I can't read the whole thing (sorry for the cheapness). But the part I can see includes the quote "Tulowitzki is the best, most realistic shortstop addition available for the Cardinals".
Huh? Most realistic?
Here's the breakdown of Tulo's contract as it stands right now:
That's a minimum of 130M dollars over the next 7 years. With a 4M dollar buyout in 2021, if needed, or a 15M team option. In other words, that's not a contract that is team favorable.
Yes, the Cardinals do have big money coming off the books in 2014. But if you want to keep some of these elite talents past the age of 25 on the roster now… you're going to have to pay them eventually. Right about the time that 3rd or 4th 20M year kicks in for Tulo.
Now here's where it gets interesting.
In and of itself (sans an injury in 2012), that's a stuffed stat sheet. Even had a nice bounce back year in 2013. Doing all of this without protection!
Let's remember, though, what the Cardinals have built their success on the past 3 years, though… and it isn't paying guys the huge money for what they've done.
They cut bait with Pujols at the exact right time.
And SS? That's a position up the middle. A position that you can't hide on the field. So what makes me think that the same risk that the Cardinals wouldn't afford Pujols with a contract valued on past production would be swallowed by the Cardinals 2 years later for shortstop?
And we haven't even mentioned what they'd be trading to even get the right to pay out that contract.
Again, would love to see Troy Tulowitzki as a Cardinal. Love it. Never been a fan of people that are protective of the Cardinals money… I want to see the STARS! Make it RAIN Johnny MO! But to say that this is a viable option? And to say it on ESPN (Insider), well that's just flat out silly.
He won't be a Cardinal in 2014.
Or probably ever. And I'm fine with that.
More curious is the split on the poll we did for Stalin Castro as an option to trade for. Looks like Cardinal fans are really in love with Shelby Miller or really don't like Starlin Castro. Or vice versa.
Bottom line? Forget Tulo.


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#1 - romulusadolphus (11/29/2012) [-]
Completely irelephant to the post, but I have enough RP to get another champ. Should I get Draven?
#21 to #1 - lickilickyYes.
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that's why it's called the "League of Dravens" after all.
#4 to #2 - romulusadolphus (11/29/2012) [-]
Well usually I play junglers, I'm looking to expand my horizons a bit though.
#7 to #6 - loxly (11/29/2012) [-]
In my opinion he is very good in the laning phase, but the axes are quite hard to catch when in a big teamfight... But thats just my opinion, maybe a more experienced AD carry can tell you more... my main role is also jungling, primarily those who have high mobility in terms of movement speed (hecarim,skarner.udyr etc.)
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Man, I love me some Hecarim lol. Nothing like a OP pony to toss some big damage around.


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From the internal New York Times memo introducing Jennifer Preston, the paper's "Social Media Editor" (h/t, NiemanLab):
Jennifer will work closely with editors, reporters, bloggers and others to use social tools to find sources, track trends, and break news as well as to gather it….
More, better "trend" reporting?
She will help us get comfortable with the techniques, share best practices and guide us on how to more effectively engage a larger share of the audience on sites like Twitter, Facebook, Youtube, Flickr, Digg, and beyond…
[S]he will work with Craig Whitney and others to ask and answer the many tricky questions that arise in this context: What is the proper balance between personal and professional?
(Remember how the Wall Street Journal recently tackled this "tricky question:" "If you are in doubt about the appropriateness of a Tweet or posting, discuss it with your editor before sending.")Liz Cox Barrett is a freelance writer and graphic designer in Kalispell, Montana. She worked as a newspaper journalist in Denver and Kalispell for 20 years.