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I have a healthy distaste for Toothpick and was disappointed to see him re-sign, but no rational person who knows anything about baseball can place the blame soley on him. The players gagged in monumental fashion and it was sickening to watch. That being said, DB's playoff record is not an aberration either. He has a history of not being able to close and that's unacceptable. After the regular season the Reds had this year, getting beat like they did is nothing short of a total team failure.
I think total post season success is a monkey on his back rather than something he'll never achieve. There are many greats who have never won a championship and teams much worse than the Reds who have. Call it Dusty ball, but it almost worked this year. Who knows what could have been had Cueto not been hurt. We didn't get steamrolled like we did against the Phillies, instead it came down to the 270th out of the NLDS to decide who's going to the next round, and we almost came through.
There are only two seasons - Winter and Baseball.
"Do or do not. There is no try." - I heard that somewhere.
Dusty batted Stubbs late in the order, had Latos pitch twice, moved Phillips to leadoff, etc. His lineup scored 9 runs on the road during a shutout, which I believe is the norm and the lack of runs in game 3 was the fluke. Baker "did" what some were losing sleep over but it still didn't please.
He also went with experience on the mound in Bronson in game 2 and threw a red hot Bailey in game 3. I don't have enough hard drive space to assemble all posts about how so many people thought those moves would be our demise. Dusty's decisions bear fruits as well. Too much emphasis was put on what didn't happen and not enough credit was given to what did happen.
Castellini, the brothers Wiliams, and Walt have a great resume considering they've worked together for years. Recently what comes to mind are landing Chapman, acquiring Latos and Broxton, signing Ludwick, signing Votto, Phillips, and Bruce long term are all successes that were at one point second guessed. Although Walt might not have as big of an influence in the staffing department as the others, at what point will people start trusting the executive decisions, and in this case, keeping the current manager?
There are only two seasons - Winter and Baseball.
I'm fine with it, cant think of who would be better here at this point that is available.
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im fine with it. I would just like more clarity of his future before the 2014 season starts. It would be nice when that season comes he says this will be his last go around in the big leagues.
Dusty walks out on his terms and there is no guess work of if he should go or stay. It would let the incumbent manager walkin to a positive siuation.
If the reds let dusty walk i do worry how that would affect the players b/c they do love him alot.
Better the devil you know than the devil you don't. See 2012 Boston Red Sox
If you always do what you always did, you always get what you always got.
If just making the playoffs is the ultimate goal, then DB is your guy. If you want to actually win something, he's had his chance(s).
Ron Washington has a very similar resume to Dusty Baker, "managing style" aside:
2 WS appearances to Dusty's 1
.535 Winning % to Dutsy's .525 (And Dusty managed the Cubs for 4 years)
Both have been given 2 year contract extensions through 2014
Neither have won a World Series
Dusty has managed in over 3x as many games, however.
Each manager and his respective team had a heartbreaking season, feeling like they were knocked out way too early. One could argue that Ron Washington "fails" as a manager because his teams can't win the big one, be he receives virtually no angst compared to what Dusty gets. In fact, he's gotten nothing but praise. Fingers are pointed at Hamilton cooling off, the Team "choking" to Oakland and Baltimore, etc.
There are only two seasons - Winter and Baseball.
Well I guess it doesn't matter what anyone thinks now. As long as Dusty is in a Reds uniform I'll hope for the best, but in true Cincinnati fan form I'll prepare for the worst.
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More about the crisis and how to help: state.gov/haitiquake
The State Department Operations Center has set up the following number for Americans seeking information about family members in Haiti: 1-888-407-4747. Outside of the U.S. and Canada, call 202-501-4444. Due to heavy volume, some callers may receive a recording. You may also email inquiries to: email@example.com. Our embassy is still in the early stages of contacting American citizens through our warden network. Communications are very difficult within Haiti at this time.
Update: Anyone wishing to donate or provide assistance in Haiti following the devastating earthquake that struck near Port au Prince on Jan 12, 2010, is asked to contact the Center for International Disaster Information.
For those interested in helping immediately, simply text "HAITI" to "90999" and a donation of $10 will be given automatically to the Red Cross to help with relief efforts, charged to your cell phone bill.
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Jim in Idaho writes:
will volunteer- heavy equipment operator- available immediately
Scott B. in Haiti writes:
Inquiring, as to how I can assist with the Haiti Disaster.
I have over 17 years experience in Remote site Camp Management, from Africa / Middle East/ Afghastain!
Romain A. in North Carolina writes:
Family Physician/Hospitalist located in NC and willing to help in Haiti.
I am fluent in Haitian Creole, French and Spanish
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For those interested in helping immediately, simply text "HAITI" to "90999" and a donation of $10 will be given automatically to the Red Cross to help with relief efforts, charged to your cell phone bill. So far, one million plus people have donated over $17 million in the largest mobile donation campaign to date.
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John G. in Pennsylvania writes:
HEAVY EQUIPMENT ACTION - I own and operate heavy equipment in Central Pennsylvania. I have a transport truck ready to roll with a 311 CAT Excavator. I can get it to the docks in Florida in short-order. I need help from there putting it on a barge and on the ground in Haiti. I also have expertise in sewage systems which I believe need to be fixed to prevent spread of disease. Can anyone help with my mission? Please call me.
U. in New Jersey writes:
Why won't the state send those kids to the plane waiting for them? Is it that hard to say a three letter word "yes" to bring the to safety?
Robert A. writes:
I would like to volenteer my services as a heavy equipment operator to rescue people in haiti. I have 30 some years experance as an operator, retired and willing to help indefinately.
Nicole D. in California writes:
i really appreciate america for the help they have rendered to my country. that is why it is call united States of america. love you all and many thanks. on the other hand I am a registered nurse who is willing to go to continue the work for our people. How can i do so. thanks alot.
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Carolyn in Michigan writes:
I am interested in helping first hand in Haiti. I have applied for my passport and can go at anytime. Please send me information on who/where I shold be talking to?
Greg in Oregon writes:
Equipment operator with 30 yrs.experance including disaster relief would like to help in Haiti
Joey in Canada writes:
too bad for haiti
E. Z. in Wisconsin writes:
another heavy equipment operator willing to help.
Michael A. in Massachusetts writes:
i have 15 years experience in operating heavy equipment . an is willing to help an volunteer a cpl of weeks to help e-mail me
George J. Jr. in Georgia writes:
I am an engineer working in Atlanta, I have family who were directly affected in Haiti... I want to go and work long term in the country of Haiti... how do I aquire a paying job, working in construction in Haiti long term, I have Ten years experience...
Jenmedical in Canada writes:
I want to volenteer my services to Haiti. I am a hairstylist, I can cut hair etc. Or even just help out with whatever is needed to be done. Have passport/ ready to go whenever possible.
Ben P. in Texas writes:
To whom it may concern
I would like to help in regards to cleaning up and rebuilding Haiti. My father went to Haiti on a mission trip when I was a child, I ve always wanted to go there to help them. Just wish it wasn t because of this disaster. I v been in the construction- carpentry- land development business for the last ten plus years. If my skills can be of any service to you or anybody else assisting Haiti, please let me know.
Briana J. writes:
i am briana j. in 7th grade i wanna donate to the poor people of haiti i will be sending messages to tell what i have send and donated to you all i wish you luck an the very best room 210 from Bouchet Math& Science Academy 7th grade tell everybody that we will pray an send things
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wish you the best of luck!!!
Scott in Texas writes:
I am looking for Texas based companies that are hiring heavy equipment operators to go to Haiti. Please let me know of any resources you may have.
Thank you.
Kirk E. in California writes:
I have thirty yrs experience operating all types of heavy equipment,I would like to go to Haiti to work to help in clean up and rebuild.Have not had any success in contacting proper personal to find out how to do so.Need help.
Mary in Virginia writes:
I have a question. If I would like to volunteer to go to Haiti as a contractor, what would I do or who should I contact.
Robert C. in Connecticut writes:
I am a christian out of work looking to god for an opening in some type of an orginization to help people in need.I truly believe that the lord has called me for this purpose. I have really no way to get there but im just believing and trusting god to provide a way.
K.T.A. in Bangladesh writes:
we might contribut in rebuilding haiti with a new dimension
O.C. in the U.S.A. writes:
Here's all of these wonderful Americans, with excellent skills to rebuild Haiti. They are ready, willing and able. Why doesn't the State Department organize development teams so that the job can be done? You need to keep Americans employed doing what they do best and that is helping others. We need a national reconstruction and development team. Sort of like a National Guard on steroids. In 2-3 weeks they have water,sewer,schools,teachers administration, agriculture, business and a functioning government. They train, supervise and get the job done. Haitians would quickly get their economy moving with our support. The sooner these teams are mobilized the faster America profits from trade. Then onto the next assignment.


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Lamellibrachia luymesi are vestimentiferan tubeworms (family Siboglinidae). The vestimentiferans include several species of large, sessile (i.e., fixed in one place as adults) marine polychaete annelids found around hydrogen sulfide hydrothermal vents and seeps. The vestimentiferans around hydrocarbon seeps, such as L. luymesi, can exceed 2 meters in length and are related to the giant Riftia pachyptila tubeworms found around hydrothermal vents. All these worms lack a digestive tract and rely on internal sulfide-oxidizing symbionts as a source of fixed carbon. Because these large worms are sessile, any dispersal among their very patchily distributed habitats must occur during the planktonic larval stage. The cold seep vestimentiferans Lamellibrachia luymesi and Seepiophila jonesi are apparently found only around hydrocarbon seep sites on the upper Louisiana Slope (<1000 m) in the northern Gulf of Mexico. (McMullin et al. 2010 and references therein)
Lamellibrachia luymesi individuals can live for over 250 years and form aggregations of hundreds to thousands of individuals at hydrocarbon seep sites in the Gulf of Mexico. These worms harbor internal chemoautotrophic sulfide-oxidizing (thiotrophic) symbionts. Like bathymodiolin mussels with internal methanotrophic symbionts, which are also often dominant species (by biomass) at these sites, these worms function as foundation species, supporting a high-biomass of endemic species along with numerous non-endemic species at an abundance that is significantly elevated relative to the surrounding seafloor. Cordes et al. (2005) found that tubeworm-associated communities sampled at seep sites on the upper Louisiana slope undergo predictable community succession and that these changes are due at least in part to reductions in hydrogen sulfide concentration caused by L. luymesi. (Cordes et al. 2005 and references therein)
One interesting non-chemoautotrophic seep species, the bivalve mollusk Acesta bullisi, has evolved specialized mechanisms to exploit a unique source of nutrition derived ultimately from chemosynthesis: the energy-rich eggs of giant tubeworms. This appears to be the only marine animal known to exhibit extreme morphological modifications to utilize egg predation as the major mode of nutrition. Virtually all mature individuals are found on female tubeworms rather than on males. (Järnegren et al. 2005 and references therein)
Cordes et al. (2009) provide a broad review of the Gulf of Mexico cold seeps, including the biology and ecology of L. luymesi.
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CAS Enrollment Counselor Named Rookie of the Year
By Amanda Morad | July 10, 2013
Cora Flottman.
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As an enrollment counselor for incoming students to Regent University's College of Arts & Sciences, Cora Flottman is an integral part of the recruitment process. Last month, Flottman received the Rookie of the Year award at the North American Coalition for Christian Admissions Professionals (NACCAP) conference at Messiah College.
"It was such a surprise," Flottman recalled. "This profession is built on young, first-year folk, so to be recognized out of that by a supervisor who saw something in me is quite an honor."
That supervisor, associate director of admissions Denise Bartos, nominated Flottman for the award. She said Cora was hired right before the heaviest time of annual recruitment travel and hit the ground running.
"Cora is a team player and very customer-service focused," Bartos said. "She seeks to counsel and inform students through consistent and creative communication, as well as actively engage them in the college decision-making process."
Enrollment counselors are front-line representatives of Regent and can play a significant part in the prospective student's college decision-making process. They work with prospects from the time they're just learning their options to the time they enroll in their first semester of classes.
"Through consistent communication, interacting at college fairs or high school visits, and connecting during on-campus visits, enrollment counselors develop relationships with prospective students and their parents," Bartos explained. "The enrollment counselor comes alongside the prospective student and their family to make sure they are informed about every aspect of Regent University, while being available to answer questions and even pray with them."
The NACCAP conference gathered professionals representing both graduate and undergraduate admissions at Christian institutions of higher learning across the country. Flottman presented at this conference with a session called "Reinventing the High School Visit: Creative Alternatives."
"I presented to close to 40 individuals who were interested in learning about my sometimes strange and different ways of conducting school visits," Flottman explained. "I try to engage students in a different way than they expect because a lot of recruiters can go in and it gets really mundane and normal and the presentations can often get boring. My goal in everything is to present the good news, and thankfully I work for an institution that affords me that opportunity as a preeminent part of my work."
Whether it's playing games with university chapstick and pens or creating object lessons with balloons, Flottman's work has been celebrated at the schools she visits—both private and public—throughout the South and Southeast United States.
"It's all about engaging students in an exciting and unique way that will be memorable," she noted. "And not because we had tons of facts about the school, but because we authentically gave something that has longevity and an eternal affect, which is Christ."
Flottman's frame of reference for her job helps her keep things in perspective. "Anytime a student recognizes their potential for growth, it's remarkable," she said.
Still in her first year as an enrollment counselor, she's just now starting to see the fruit of her labors come to campus. "Seeing kids that I met in their home state at Regent is really neat," Flottman reflected. "This is neat work. You can get really exhausted and tired, but I just see it as such an incredible mission. Some days require more coffee than others, but I'm grateful for every day."
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Dog parks are a great place to exercise your dog and get it the socialization it needs. Many dog parks are entirely fenced in so you can let your canine companion off-leash to play with other dogs, chase its toys or just sniff around. With any type of freedom comes some risks, but there are ways you can prepare your dog for the safest trip to the park possible.
According to a study by the Trust for Public Land, dog parks are the fastest-growing segment of city parks in the U.S., and their use has increased 34 percent over the past five years. Even if you have always brought your canine to the park, the increase in other visitors may make you want to take some precautions before your next visit. Veterinary Pet Insurance Co. reports it spends $8.6 million on medical conditions commonly associated with a trip to the park. Here are some of the more common ones.
Sprains and soft-tissue wounds
Dogs are active and often athletic, but injuries are more common than many owners think. If your dog was rough-housing with others at the park and is limping afterward, call your vet to discuss the possibility of a sprain or other wound that may not heal on its own.
Lacerations and bite wounds
Running through trees, playing with sticks and engaging in other play at the park puts your dog at a higher risk of suffering a cut or dog wounds. You should also beware of other dogs that get too rough when they play, as an innocent bite could turn more serious. VCA Animal Hospitals reports that about 10 percent of the traumatic injuries vets see are from bites. It can be difficult for most owners to determine the extent of damage done by a bite or fight with another dog, so you should bring your canine to the vet for a full examination. The same is true with other scratches and lacerations from play. Your vet may recommend stitches and Elizabethan collars for dogs to ensure they heal fully.
Insects and parasites
In the summer especially, the risk for insect-borne disease is high. Mosquitoes and ticks are the main culprits, as mosquitoes can carry heartworm disease and ticks can transmit Lyme disease. Make sure your dog has been getting its heartworm, flea and tick preventative medicine before heading to the park. It can also be helpful to check for ticks on dogs after leaving the park as prompt removal can prevent serious illnesses from occurring. Owners should keep up to date with dog vaccinations in order to ensure proper protection for their dogs when socializing with others.


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Japan Defense to Employ Sandel AHRS on Enstrom 480B Trainers
Sandel Avionics has reached an agreement with the Japan Ground Self Defense Force (JGSDF) to supply its SN3500 primary navigation display and SG102 attitude heading reference system (AHRS) for a fleet of 30 Enstrom 480Bs. The helicopters are used to train Japanese military pilots. Representatives of JGSDF, Enstrom and Sandel met during Heli-Expo in February to finalize the purchase order for the avionics. Enstrom will install the avionics as part of 480B production, with deliveries scheduled over the next three years.


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First impression on unpacking the Q702 test unit was the solid feel and clean, minimalist styling.
For work use, Microsoft Word and Excel programs pre-installed on the device are adequate for preparing short documents.
The Fujitsu LifeBook UH574 allowed for great mobility without being obnoxiously heavy or clunky. Its twelve hours of battery life did not disappoint.
The screen was particularly good. It is bright and visible from most angles, however heat is an issue, particularly around the Windows button on the front, and on the back where the battery housing is located.
My first impression after unboxing the Q702 is that it is a nice looking unit. Styling is somewhat minimalist but very effective. The tablet part, once detached, has a nice weight, and no buttons or switches are located in awkward or intrusive positions.


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LONDON – The United States collected two more bronze medals in road cycling on Thursday at the London 2012 Paralympic Games. Allison Jones (Colorado Springs, Colo.) won a bronze in the women's individual C 1-3 road race, her third medal of the Games, and Kelly Crowley (San Francisco, Calif.) added a bronze in the women's individual C 4-5 road race, her second of the Games.
"It was nice that I got on the podium," Jones said. "That was probably the hardest road race I have raced so far. It was on the whole time. There was no chance to get water, there was no chance to really recover without worrying about one of the other girls trying to push the pace or take off. It was a tough battle. I've raced with some fantastic athletes and I am just glad I made it to the podium."
Sini Zeng of China won the race in 1:29:02 while Germany's Denise Schindler took second with 1:29:11. Jones dueled with the German at the finish, coming in at the same time.
"I knew Denise had just overtaken me, so I knew it was about getting back into her draft and trying to make a run at her down the hill to the finish line, but unfortunately I ran out of steam about halfway past her," she said. "I just couldn't quite get her under. I am sure she had the same thoughts seeing me come beside her and finding every ounce of strength she had and it is great we had a race like that."
Crowley finished in a time of 1:48:34. The gold medal went to Great Britain's Sarah Storey (1:40:36) while Anna Harkowska of Poland claimed the silver with 1:47:58.
"This is the hardest Paralympics course we've ever had, and I love it," Crowley said. "It's nice to have something that's going to challenge different kinds of riders. Normally it's really flat and benefits the power riders, and I am more of a hill climber. The longer the race, the steeper it is, the better I do. And so this is what I found today. It was hard, though."
The bronze completed Crowley's program at the Games.
"I'm going to see London," she said. "I wanna ride the London Eye. I would love to meet the Queen, or more importantly, see those little dogs (corgis). So yeah, a vacation."
U.S. road cyclers won seven medals Wednesday and now have nine overall.
"It has been a success, our team is doing great," Jones said. "We are having good results from everybody. If they are not on a podium it is a personal best. Just great efforts, total heart and passion. It is good to be around that. I've gotten on the podium three times now. It is great to have that camaraderie, that momentum going, not just for yourself, but everyone around you. I enjoy racing and I know Sam (Kavanagh) was racing out there with the C4-5 men putting everything into it and trying his hardest, and it just drives me forward to do the same thing."


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Germany wins gold in 500-meter kayak four
BEIXIAOYING TOWN, China (AP) Germany has won the women's 500-meter kayak four to defend its Olympic title.
Nicole Reinhardt, Fanny Fischer, Katrin Wagner-Augustin and Conny Wassmuth won on Friday in 1 minute, 32.231 seconds. Fischer and Wagner-Augustin were part of the gold medal foursome at the 2004 Athens Games, and Reinhardt was one of four German Olympic athletes who posed for the September German issue of Playboy, each getting a cover.
The Hungarian team of Katalin Kovacs, Gabriella Timea Szabo, Danuta Kozak and Natasa Janic won silver in 1:32.971.
The Australian foursome of Lisa Oldenhof, Hannah Davis, Chantal Meek and Lyndsie Fogarty took bronze in 1:34.704.


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Last week, we commemorated World AIDS Day around the globe. We remembered the friends, family, and strangers whose lives were cut short by AIDS. We also recognized those living with the disease: individuals who, because of medication and counseling, are enjoying life, raising families, and who continue to be productive members of their communities. Here in Namibia, the United States, through the President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR), is working closely with the people and Government of Namibia to prevent new HIV infections, provide lifesaving HIV treatment to those who need it, and help put an end to AIDS in the country.
On November 29, U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton announced the PEPFAR Blueprint, a historic document that will serve as the United States' roadmap to helping create an AIDS-free generation. The blueprint emphasizes the importance of shared responsibility, making smart investments based on sound science, and most importantly, saving more lives in order to reach this ambitious but attainable goal. Moving forward, the principles, action and implementation steps laid out in the blueprint will guide our efforts to more efficiently and effectively deliver HIV services to even more Namibians in need.
The blueprint reinforces the U.S. commitment to continue its leadership role in the world, but, emphasizes that countries must increasingly do more to own their epidemics. Partner contributions must adhere to and support the principle of country ownership -- the end state in which partner countries lead, manage, coordinate and increasingly over time finance the efforts needed to achieve an AIDS-free generation.
I've been impressed with the collective nature of Namibia's AIDS response. Led by the Government of Namibia, a diverse group of dedicated individuals and institutions -- from international and multilateral donors; civil society, including people living with HIV; the faith community; the private sector; and the many others working on the front lines -- have made significant progress towards an AIDS-free generation. Namibia has dramatically expanded coverage of antiretroviral therapy (ART), and with PEPFAR support, reached over 92,000 individuals with ART in 2011. The country has also stepped up its prevention of mother-to-child transmission efforts, providing HIV testing and counseling to over 52,000 pregnant women in 2011 alone. Most impressive, Namibia finances 50 percent of its national AIDS response and is committed to funding a larger percentage of its HIV and AIDS intervention programs in the coming years. As Namibia continues its leadership and investment in the AIDS response, PEPFAR increasingly focuses on strengthening the country's capacity for data analysis, strategic planning, and program management.
In 2010, the United States and Namibia put our partnership into policy by signing a Partnership Framework on HIV/AIDS -- a five-year joint strategic plan to support a country-led, sustainable national AIDS response. Our goal now is to help Namibia assume full responsibility for the management of its HIV program. In this transition period, we will focus our resources to strengthen Namibia's capacity to procure antiretroviral drugs and other health commodities; to help build a body of the country-specific data necessary to understand what we've done well and chart a course for the future; and to develop strong systems for training the doctors, nurses, counselors and other health practitioners necessary to make the country's health sector successful in the long term.
Secretary Clinton's PEPFAR Blueprint is an important step in the next chapter of our fight against AIDS. We are proud to work with the government and people of Namibia to do our part toward achieving the goal of creating an AIDS-free generation. By investing smarter and working together, we will win this fight.
Related Content: World AIDS Day 2012 -- PEPFAR's Blueprint for an AIDS-Free Generation


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Give Syria a chance, but don't forget the 'big stick'
The prospect of war has a way of encouraging the bipartisanship that so many Americans say they want to see in Washington. So it has been regarding President Barack Obama's request that Congress approve military action against Syria.
Both Democrats and Republicans are among thoughtful lawmakers not inclined to start a war if it can be avoided. Even Reps. Tim Walz and Michele Bachmann find themselves on the same side, opposing a military strike in Syria.
Now there is an opportunity to avoid it. Syria may agree to scrap its chemical weapons, it was reported this week. Under the proposal, Syria would disclose its chemical armaments and turn them over to the Russian government for disposal.
That would dovetail nicely with a proposed Senate resolution co-sponsored by Sens. Joe Manchin, D-W.Va., and Heidi Heitkamp, D-N.D. In effect, their resolution gives Syria 45 days to destroy its chemical weapons and facilities. Senators of both parties should approve the resolution – because it is a chance to avoid war – but they cannot forget the "big stick" that is pressuring Syria to take this action, the kind of threat held in reserve that Teddy Roosevelt talked about when he said "Speak softly and carry a big stick."
It is obvious that the solution, which is being brokered by the Russian government, only stands a chance if there is a big "or else" – the threat of a military strike that President Obama is holding over President Bashar Al-Assad's head. Why else would Syria agree to it? And if they agree to it, why should they follow through on it unless there is a credible threat of U.S. Tomahawk missiles and stealth bombers in the offing?
It is a conundrum, to be sure, but it may be that our nation's best chance of avoiding military involvement in Syria in this case is to promise to take military action, if Syria doesn't comply with this last chance.


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The year is 1943 and Valkyrie, the second release under the revamped United Artists brand, opens with German officer Claus von Stauffenberg (Tom Cruise) on assignment in Africa. He had been sent there because his opposition to Hitler and the Nazi regime had become dangerously explicit and bellicose. His promotion to lieutenant-colonel of the general staff and transfer from the European lines to Africa is intended to give him some protection from pro-Nazi officers who might make trouble for him.
An attack on a transport column in Africa leaves Stauffenberg badly wounded. He loses his left eye, the fourth and fifth fingers of his left hand, and his right hand above the wrist. Given director Bryan Singer's resume (which includes X-Men) and the opening sequence, initial concerns that the film might be turned into an action movie are quickly dispelled. Given that the end of the movie is never in doubt, the movie never quite becomes a suspense thriller either. Yet Valkyrie still manages to deliver a thought-provoking and moving story of loyalty, betrayal, sacrifice, and doubt. (more…)


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- Air conditioning
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|Av. Dom Carlos I, 1200 Lisbon, Portugal
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With beautiful views looking over the rooftops of Lisbon's Old Town, this 4th floor apartment features a double bedroom as well as a sofa bed located in the living area. Guests are free to prepare meals in the fully-equipped kitchen. A dining table is located in the living area which comes complete with comfortable seating, a TV and beautiful floorboards.
The apartment is centrally located and many excellent restaurants, bars and cafes can be found in the surrounding streets. Lisbon's Rossio Central Station is just a 5-minute walk away from the apartment.
One of Lisbon's famous antique trams winds its way through the area and a stop is located just 200 metres from the apartment. Lisbon's waterfront which boasts a wide range of nightlife and entertainment options is just a 10-minute bus ride from the apartment and a bus stop is located 200 metres away.
House rules
Check in / Check out
Checking in standard time is from 15:00
Checking out standard time is until 12:00
It is possible an earlier or a later check in / check out. For this purpose you should contact me to tell the expected arrival and departure time and I will inform you of this possibility. Check in after 10pm it is chardged an additional fee of 25 €.
Cleaning and Maintenance
The apartment will be ready and cleaned for you before your arrival. Fresh towels and sheets are provided.
The apartment is located on the fourth floor and does not contain a lift.
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Reviews of this property
Lovely bright apartment with three windows facing west in the lounge. There is heat in the living room. (We were there during Christmas / New Year 2014/15) Kitchen, bathroom and bedroom is at the end of a corridor extending from the living room. Cold bathroom, without heat. A little traffic noise during rush hour, but otherwise quiet neighborhood. Margarida undertook a very thorough examination of the apartment. The apartment / kitchen is well stocked, but we had to buy two cheap wine glasses, as there was only one in the closet. There are spices, coffee, tea, etc. left by the last tenants. It is very nice if you arrive late. It is the sixth time we are in Lisbon, and the apartment is definitely the best we have rented. If the option is present, it is also the opportunity next time. Greetings to Margarida from Mariann & Helmer
Dejlig lys lejlighed med 3 vinduer mod vest i opholdsstuen. Der er varme i stuen. (vi var der i julen / nytåret 2014/15) Køkken, bad og soveværelse ligger for enden af en gang, som udgår fra stuen. Kold badeværelse, uden varme. Lidt trafikstøj i myldretiden, men ellers roligt kvarter. Margarida foretog en meget grundig gennemgang af lejligheden. Lejligheden / køkkenet er velforsynet, dog måtte vi købe 2 billige vinglas, da der kun var et i skabet. Der er kryderier, kaffe, te m.v. efterladt af de sidste lejere. Det er vældig rart, hvis man ankommer sent. Det er 6. gang vi er i Lissabon, og denne lejlighed er så absolut den bedste vi har lejet. Hvis muligheden er til stede, bliver det også denne lejlighed næste gang. Hilsen til Margarida fra Mariann & Helmer
nice hostess, location not ideal, since large main road and very noisy
nette Gastgeberin, Lage nicht so optimal, da große Hauptstraße und sehr laut
Reviews for this host's other properties
We had a great time in Lissabon. Margarida is a very nice host, well organised and very friendly. She told us about many nice places in Lissabon...restaurants, trips etc.
The apartment was clean and very cozy. We really enjoyed the time
The apartment was great. Bigger than we expected. It's located on a cozy quiet street. The metro is close and the neighbourhood is really nice.
Margarida was a very nice and helpful host!
It was our second time in this place and we enjoyed staying again. Its realy a charming place and not touristic. It`s close to busses and Metrostation, and not far to walk to Bairo Alto. Try it.
Me and my two daughters had a realy good time in Lisbon. Everthing was fine. When we arrived at the flat, she gave us the key and helped us in finding nice places, booking tickets for the train and so on, very helpfull and friendly. Its a good place to stay in Lisbon.
Seriedad, puntualidad, simpatía....
La casa está muy bien ubicada y todo está muy limpio. Margarida es una excelente anfitriona y muy recomentable.
Appartment und Service von Margarida waren top und gut organisiert. Schöne zentrale Lage und trotzdem relativ ruhig. Haus ist insgesamt etwas hellhörig.
In der Wohnung hat es uns an nichts gemangelt. Sehr schöne, großzügige und zentral gelegene Wohnung in einem sehr schönen Viertel von Lissabon. Die Gastgeberin war ausgesprochen freundlich und hat uns viele gute Tips gegeben.
Todo Perfecto, un fin de semana muy agradrabe. Una Ciudad muy bonita para perderse.
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> Some people collect coins, stamps and bottles. My wife, she collects names. Yup, names. She has notebooks full of names and her computer also has a huge file.
Just stuff by Gary Arrington
Finally it is all over. That had to be the hardest, most painful election cycle in my life and I am really grateful that it is over. I fear that the future may be even worse.
Home Country
Dud was awfully quiet all through the daily dissemination of anything on page one of the Valley Weekly Miracle, which wasn't like him at all. Just sucked down caffeine and silently shook his head now and then....
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Solinco Tour Bite is a firm co-polyester designed for advanced players who demand the ultimate in control, durability and spin. Boasting a square profile with sharp edges, it is ideal for aggressive topspin players who like to rip the felt off the ball. This explains why Tour Bite has a growing following at the collegiate level, and it also explains why our testers raved about the spin. Like many poly based strings, Tour Bite puts the onus of power squarely on the player - a fact that gave some of our testers the ability to swing bigger and execute more aggressive shots, while leaving others wanting a little more juice. Our team had mixed opinions on comfort, which is understandable given Tour Bite's firm feel. Like many polys and co-polys, the charms of Tour Bite are not likely to work as well on those with lighter frames and slower strokes. However, with the right combination of stroke speed and technique, this string can deliver the perfect combination of spin and control.
While all of our testers agreed that Tour Bite was low powered, some of them used this fact to great effect. Appreciating the freedom to swing big was Troy. He said, "I liked the low-powered response and great feel on big rips. The ability to swing faster allowed me to load up on spin without fear of hitting long. Even strung at a very low tension, the response was controlled and predictable. This is good news for players who would otherwise be discouraged from softening the feel through lower tensions."
"The power level was low, which is exactly where I like it," said Jose, whose big strokes came easy with Tour Bite. "I didn't have to make any adjustments or hunt for the right swing speed. I could swing out without having to worry. This allowed me to stay aggressive and keep the pressure on my opponent."
Also having to generate his own power was Chris. He said, "I found Tour Bite 16L to be a fairly low-powered string -- even by poly standards. The response is somewhat firm and very controlled, and that doesn't leave much room for power. For me, this is a string to add control to the stringbed. I found myself having to add the power to my shots rather than getting anything for free from the string."
Karly, a fan of softer strings like Wilson NXT, could have used more pop. She said, "Power was definitely not the first thing that came to mind when trying to describe this string. I highly recommend lowering the tension to get more power. I strung a full bed at 47 lbs, but I wish I had gone a little lower. Even with my racquet strung low, the string felt underpowered."
Tour Bite proved to be an absolute spin machine for our playtest team. Karly noticed the extra bite immediately. She said, "The spin potential of this string was excellent! The string gripped the ball so well that I felt like I could adjust the spin level at will. For me, it was especially great when trying to move my opponent off the baseline. I also tried this in a hybrid, and the bite was still exceptional."
Chris was able get some great action from Tour Bite. He said, "I loved the spin and bite I got on the ball with this string. Tour Bite really lives up to its name. I felt like I was getting a ton of grip on the ball. I was able to get my angle shots to hook nicely and stay inside the lines even when I took a chance by adding pace. I was impressed by the spin I found on my serves, too. I felt like I was getting lots of bite on slice and topspin serves. The spin I got from this string allowed me to hit aggressively because I knew the spin would make my shots drop well inside the lines."
Though initially skeptical, Troy could not deny the extra bite he was getting. He said, "Prior to this test I had not played with a shaped or textured co-poly in quite some time. In fact, I was never completely sold on the concept. Tour Bite turned me into a believer. The shape of this string, coupled with a low tension, made it possible to really grab the ball, especially when serving. When I used this string in a tournament my slice serve was hooking harder on the deuce side, while my kicker was kicking wider on the ad side. Also, I felt I was getting more bite on the ball when hitting dipping cross-court passing shots on forehands and backhands."
Jose agreed with the other playtesters. He said, "I instantly noticed the additional bite, especially on heavy topspin shots and kick serves. The sharp edges of this string really grabbed the ball. The best part was knowing that the ball would drop down inside the lines."
Like most stiffer strings from the polyester universe, Tour Bite does not offer a lot of comfort. Commenting on the firm feel, Chris said, "I found this string to be on the firmer side of polys. I liked the crisp and precise feel, but its not one I'd call comfortable. For those reasons I strung Tour Bite down, dropping 3 lbs compared to my normal poly (Volkl Cyclone 16). There was just enough forgiveness that Tour Bite didn't feel brassy, but it was getting close. I hit this string extensively in the Slazenger Pro Braided with an RA in the low 70s, and the stiff frame and stiff string made for a very firm and crisp setup."
Jose could have used a tad more comfort. He said, "The one downside to this string is the low comfort level. Anything hit out of the sweetspot felt uncomfortable and included some vibration. Given the excellent spin and durability, this would make a great hybrid main."
Karly, who typically plays with a comfortable multifilament, had trouble adjusting to the firm response. She said, "Given the stiff feel during installation, I wasn't surprised that Tour Bite played so firmly. I was able to hit with the full stringbed setup for half an hour before my wrist started to ache. I also noticed that the sweetspot was small, which transferred more shock to the arm. After hybridizing it, though, the comfort level improved immediately. And the spin was still there!"
"During this test I had no issues when it came to comfort," said Troy, who figured out a tension strategy to get the right comfort level. "I feel that the combination of a low tension (40 lbs) with a very flexible frame (57 RA stiffness) helped with the comfort. When I first tried this string at 57 lbs in a stiffer frame, I found the string to feel pretty harsh with very little ball-pocketing. After figuring out that it should be strung a little lower than most co-polys, I discovered a great feel."
With its crisp response, incredible bite and low trampoline, Tour Bite gave our playtesters surgical precision over depth and trajectory. Finding all the control he needed was Chris, who said, "The level of control with this string was exceptional. I felt completely dialed into my shots in regards to both depth and direction. I felt very confident taking a huge cut at the ball with this string and did not have to worry about overhitting."
Agreeing with Chris was Troy. He said, "I found the control of this string to be top-notch. The precision was excellent on nearly every shot, from dipping topspin to flat groundstrokes. During long rallies I got exceptional depth-control, hitting heavy spin that landed deep and exploded off the court. When I felt the need to pull the trigger down-the-line I could flatten my shot and take a big rip with confidence. The lack of trampoline upon impact really helped with control, but only heavy-hitters with sound technique and full strokes will unlock the full benefits of this feature."
Also finding great control was Jose. He said, "I use a semi-western grip to generate a lot of topspin off my forehand. With this setup it was really easy to place the ball on a dime. The shape of this string helped give it all the bite necessary to keep the ball in play."
Karly was actually getting too much spin, but she eventually adjusted. She said, "At first the spin was so pronounced that I had a hard time measuring the trajectory of my shots. The added spin made my shots dive drastically before or into the net. But after getting used to the spin I thought the string offered great control. I had a lot of confidence changing the direction and depth of my shots."
Co-polys tend to lose tension more rapidly than other string materials. While Tour Bite is no exception in this regard, none of our playtesters noted a drastic playability loss, including Chris. He said, "I don't like to hit any poly longer than two weeks, but I was impressed that this string still felt playable even as the tension dropped out."
Agreeing with Chris was Troy, who said, "I tend to get a week of hard hitting out of polyester before it either breaks or becomes unplayable. I was pretty impressed with how well Tour Bite held up after tension loss."
Karly didn't have any problems with the tension loss either. She said, "I didn't notice a huge change in the original stiffness over time. Tour Bite never lost its firm feel. I was able to get decent control and spin after the tension relaxed."
Like the others, Jose was able to get decent spin after the initial tension loss. He said, "I didn't notice a terrible drop off in playability after the tension went down. Spin and control stayed pretty consistent. This is likely due to the firmness of the string, which helps maintain the bite as the tension changes."
Chris - "Control and excellent spin."
Troy - "The amount of spin I could generate on serves and cross-court dippers."
Jose - "Control, spin and durability."
Karly - "The grip of the string on the ball. I felt like I could really control the amount of spin I put on my strokes."
Chris - "Might be a tad firm for some, but I kinda like that."
Troy - "Can feel harsh or wire-like if strung at high tensions."
Jose - "Not as comfortable as some of the softer co-polys."
Karly - "Not enough comfort. If I were to start using this string I would have to pair it up with a very soft cross and string it at a low tension."
Chris - "This string reminds me of Luxilon ALU Power in that it is firm and very control oriented. Off the stringer it also reminds me of some of the Kirschbaum strings, like Competition due to its crispness, but this one dropped in tension slightly faster."
Troy - "I found this string to play very similar to Luxilon Big Banger ALU Power Spin. The Luxilon has more ball pocketing and better recoil, which gives it a more powerful feel. Based on the amount of spin, I would also compare Tour Bite to Volkl Cyclone. However, I think Cyclone has a little more elasticity, creating more power. The low powered feel of Tour Bite makes it a pretty unique string."
Jose - "The closest comparison would be to Luxilon ALU Power. Both provide massive spin and control, and they both offer the durability and firmness preferred by advanced players."
Karly - "While more comfortable, Dunlop Black Widow is close to Tour Bite in terms of spin and control."
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Racquet: Slazenger Pro Braided 95
Usual String: Volkl Cyclone 16g
Tension: 55 lbs
Racquet: Head MicroGEL Radical Midplus
Usual String: Co-polyester 16L
Tension: 40 lbs
Racquet: Prince EXO3 Tour 18x20
Usual String: Luxilon ALU Power 16L
Tension: 52 lbs
Racquet: Wilson nTour 95
Usual String: Wilson NXT 16g
Tension: 48 lbs
Review date: July 2012. If you found this review interesting or have further questions or comments please contact us.
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Jesu, Joy of Man's DesiringComposer: Bach, J.S. Publisher: Adams Magnificent MusicInstrumentation: Flute and Harp
This popular piece is known by its English title, and is the 10th movement of the cantata Herz und Mund und Tat und Leben BWV147. Violinist and composer Johann Schop created the underlying chorale melody while Bach did the harmonization and orchestration. Transcribed by Phyllis and Monty Adams


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Vector Supports Era S-76, AS350 Fleets
Offshore, EMS, firefighting and SAR operator Era Helicopters has reached a five-year agreement with Canada-based Vector Aerospace to provide maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) services.
The arrangement covers Era's Eurocopter AS350s and Sikorsky S-76s. Vector Aerospace Helicopter Services-North America will supply inspections, modifications, testing, repairs and other services for the helicopters.


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X-bit labs yesterday posted a news-story in regards of alleged application specific optimizations implemented into XGI Reactor drivers. Today the company denied the existence of application-specific optimisations.
"The .exe files listed in xrvkp.sys are only for developers' analysis during beginning of the developing cycle. We left the file names in xrvkp.sys and have not removed since then. We will take more intensive care to avoid confusion in the future and will fix that in the next driver release," commented Chris Lin of XGI.
Furthermore, there is remark from editors of Volari Gamers web-site.
"I have tried to rename the .exe files of benchmarks in order to see if there was any change of performance with such manipulation. Whereas NVIDIA drivers see their performance decrease with such a simple name change, I have seen no change in [XGI] performance when renaming the files," said Xglider in his Volari V8 Ultra preview.
Observers have found names of executable files in xvrkp.sys files from the XGI Reactor driver-set. The purpose of having such files mentioned in the drivers was not clear, but since there were a number of industrial benchmarks among the titles declared, there was a suppose that XGI Reactor drivers activate special presets to improve performance or image quality in such applications. The suspicions, however, were denied by XGI.
X-bit labs will conduct an independent analysis of XGI Volari hardware and drivers in future.


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HSE203 - Exercise Behaviour
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|Trimester 1: Burwood (Melbourne), Warrnambool, Waurn Ponds (Geelong), Cloud (online)
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Burwood (Melbourne): Sarah Costigan
Waurn Ponds (Geelong): Shannon Sahlqvist
Warrnambool: Suzanne Lewis
One of HBS110, HSE111, ESH404 OR both of EEH101 and EEH102
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All students: Engage in weekly seminar readings and activities as self-directed learning
Campus students: 1 x 2 hour seminar each week and 1 hour of short presentations delivered online each week.
Cloud (online) students: 1 hour of short presentations delivered online each week. Optional attendance at a one day seminar to be held at Burwood (Melbourne) on one weekend during trimester.
This unit introduces students to the field of physical activity and health. The unit begins by exploring the benefits of physical activity and risks of sedentary behaviour and then moves on to understand physical activity participation. In this regard, common theories of behaviour change are explored as are key correlates of physical activity participation. An introduction to physical activity interventions is provided as is an introduction to the importance of physical activity in the lives of specific population sub-groups including older adults and underserved populations. Throughout the unit, students are required to source and reflect on high quality evidence in particular to design an appropriate and safe physical activity program that addresses known barriers to participation and fosters adoption and maintenance.
Assessment task 1: CloudDeakin discussion boards posts 10%
Assessment task 2: Assignment - conducted in two parts: part 1 - assignment plan/draft (20% of available marks for assignment); part 2 - complete assignment (80% of available marks for assignment) (2000 words) 50%
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Dissenting Opinion
This case was heard in the Charleston District Court in May 1951 by a panel of three Federal judges. The majority ruling was that "separate but equal" schools were not in violation of the 14th amendment with Judge J. Waites Waring dissenting. The District Court did rule that the schools attended by African American children were inferior to the white schools, and they ordered the school system to equalize the facilities. But, because Briggs v. Elliot challenged the constitutionality of segregation, the case was appealed to the U.S. Supreme Court.
National Archives Southeast Region (Atlanta), Records of District Courts of the United States
Educational Resources
- Teaching With Documents: Documents Related to Brown v. Board of Education Frontiers in Civil Rights: Dorothy E. Davis, et al. versus County School Board of Prince Edward County, Virginia
Additional Resources
- Brown v. Board of Education of Topeka A Landmark Case Unresolved Fifty Years Later
- NARA's Southwest Region
- ARC Gallery: African Americans


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Debates of April 30th, 2010
House of Commons Hansard #37 of the 40th Parliament, 3rd Session. (The original version is on Parliament's site.) The word of the day was conservative.
- Question Period
- Hockey
- Education
- Seniors
- Community Health Centres
- Bay of Fundy
- Beaconsfield Library
- Firearms Registry
- Cancer Awareness Month
- Bernard Derome
- Taxation
- Royal Newfoundland Regiment
- Firearms Registry
- International Workers' Day
- Ethics
- Liberal Party of Canada
- Ethics
- International Co-operation
- Ethics
- Government Appointments
- International Co-operation
- Nuclear Industry
- Snow Crab Industry
- Firearms Registry
- Ethics
- Foreign Affairs
- Citizenship and Immigration
- Economic Development
- The Environment
- The Economy
- Ethics
- Official Languages
- Veterans Affairs
- Democratic Reform
- Ethics
- Airline Industry
- Omar Khadr
- Aboriginal Affairs
- Points of Order
- Aboriginal Affairs
- Government Response to Petitions
- An Action Plan for the National Capital Commission
- Federal Sustainable Development Act
- Petitions
- Questions on the Order Paper
- Questions Passed as Orders for Returns
- Constitution Act, 2010 (Senate Term Limits)
- Income Tax Act
Statements By Members
11 a.m.
Meili Faille Vaudreuil—Soulanges, QC
Mr. Speaker, the Bloc Québécois has always recognized the contributions made by community organizations. National Volunteer Week, which was held from April 18 to 24 this year, gave us a chance to hear about the work and the achievements of these groups.
I would like to congratulate the Grand Rassemblement des Aînés de Vaudreuil et Soulanges, better known as G.R.A.V.E.S., on its publication of the anthology, Raconte-moi-ton histoire. This project enabled G.R.A.V.E.S., its volunteers, artists from Traitdartiste, from the Centre d'histoire La Presqu'île, from Les Hebdos du Suroît and from the Saint-Lazare library to pool their knowledge and expertise.
The participants had nothing but admiration for G.R.A.V.E.S. and its associates. Seniors deserve our full respect, and that is why the work of organizations like G.R.A.V.E.S. must be supported.
In honour of National Volunteer Week, my Bloc Québécois colleagues and I congratulate G.R.A.V.E.S. and acknowledge the contribution it has made.
Community Health Centres
Statements By Members
April 30th, 2010 / 11 a.m.
Paul Dewar Ottawa Centre, ON
Mr. Speaker, today is Community Health Day in Ottawa. This declaration by the City of Ottawa gives me an opportunity to pay tribute to the community health and resource centres in Ottawa and across the land.
The people who work in our community health centres provide services to many people. They help strengthen our communities. Community health centres provide basic health services to citizens. They help new Canadians settle in our communities. They are leaders in preventive health care, such as nutrition, harm reduction and seniors' care. They understand the key determinants of health like affordable housing, maternal care and proper education for all. Their vision that everyone matters is a vision we should all share.
I thank all of those who work in our community health centres. They make our communities stronger. They make our country stronger. Today we salute them.
Bay of Fundy
Statements By Members
11 a.m.
Greg Kerr West Nova, NS
Mr. Speaker, as most of us are now aware, the Bay of Fundy, which is located between two of our provinces, has been named as a finalist in the running for one of the New Seven Wonders of Nature.
The New Seven Wonders of Nature campaign started with over 440 entries representing over 220 countries. Today, the Bay of Fundy is one of the 28 entries remaining and the only entry left representing Canada.
I am very pleased that our government is supporting this wonderful initiative and has committed federal funding toward the Bay's campaign.
This is an exciting time for the residents in the area. Terri McCulloch of Bay of Fundy Tourism has worked hard on this endeavour and often repeats that we must take maximum advantage of the worldwide exposure and tourism potential this contest provides.
I am asking all members of the House to support this initiative and encourage their constituents to vote for the Bay of Fundy. The contest continues through the year and the winner will be announced in 2011.
Take the time to vote online at votemyfundy.com. A vote for the Bay is a vote for Canada.
Beaconsfield Library
Statements By Members
11 a.m.
Francis Scarpaleggia Lac-Saint-Louis, QC
Mr. Speaker, last Saturday I had the honour of being at Beaconsfield Library with Mayor David Pollock, MNA Geoff Kelley, councillors Roy Baird and Michael Montagano, retired long-time councillor Dr. Jimmy Hasegawa, Head Librarian Beverley Gilbertson, her staff and the Friends of the Beaconsfield Library to celebrate the library's 60th anniversary.
In 1949, some Beaconsfield parents became concerned about the lack of books for their children.
The next year, Kay Betts and her committee began canvassing door-to-door for books for a library and the Beaurepaire Children's Library was born in a broom closet in the basement of a local school.
Next, the library launched a bookmobile to visit local neighbourhoods. Today the library occupies its own modern pavilion and offers innovative programs including a children's summer reading program and a mother-and-daughter book club.
That pretty much sums up the Beaconsfield spirit. Pinpoint a need, bring some volunteers together, create a vision and get it done.
On the 100th anniversary of Beaconsfield, please join me in congratulating the library on its 60th anniversary.
Firearms Registry
Statements By Members
11:05 a.m.
Tom Lukiwski Regina—Lumsden—Lake Centre, SK
Mr. Speaker, once again the Liberal leader is proving how out of touch he is with Canadians. He is turning his back on rural Canadians by clearly stating that he still supports the wasteful Liberal long gun registry.
In an act of desperation, he is ignoring the wishes of his own caucus and enforcing a whipped vote on Bill C-391.
I know it is hard for the Liberals to admit they have ever made a mistake, but it is clear to everyone that this billion dollar boondoggle has done nothing whatsoever to prevent crime. Instead it has made criminals out of law-abiding citizens like duck hunters and farmers.
Eight Liberals voted in favour of the bill. The question is now what they will do. The member for Labrador clearly stated that he will "vote subsequently to scrap the long gun registry". Another Liberal went so far as to call the registry disgusting.
I call upon the Liberal eight as well as my colleague from Wascana to stand up for their constituents and vote for their wishes and vote to end the long gun registry.
Firearms Registry
Statements By Members
11:05 a.m.
Luc Malo Verchères—Les Patriotes, QC
Mr. Speaker, because of the support of 8 Liberal and 12 NDP members, the Conservative Bill C-391, which provides for the dismantling of the firearms registry, has not yet been defeated. Quebec Liberals are now trying to save face by attacking the Bloc Québécois, whose membership voted in favour of keeping the registry intact.
Rather than falling prey to partisanship, if they wished to act responsibly, the Quebec Liberal members should attempt to convince the dissenting Liberal members so that these eight members will support maintaining the gun registry at the next vote.
Until then, the different points of view should be heard in committee. When it comes time to vote, we shall see who the true supporters of the registry are. We hope that all Liberal and NDP members will join the Bloc Québécois in defeating the Conservative Bill C-391.
Cancer Awareness Month
Statements By Members
11:05 a.m.
Gerald Keddy South Shore—St. Margaret's, NS
Mr. Speaker, as all hon. members know, April is daffodil month, otherwise known as Cancer Awareness Month.
I encourage all Canadians to join in the fight against cancer. We can all take action to reduce the risk by working to have a healthy lifestyle.
I am proud to say that our government is committed to working in partnership to fight cancer. Our support for the Canadian Partnership Against Cancer, in which we invested $260 million, is leading the tangible actions that will benefit all Canadians in the prevention and the control of cancer.
In addition to this, the Canadian Institutes of Health Research provided $138 million for cancer research funding.
I would like to take this opportunity to thank all the volunteers and caregivers for their support to patients and organizations that fundraise to help find a cure.
Everyone in the House has been touched by cancer in some way. Let us all work together to eliminate cancer.
Bernard Derome
Statements By Members
11:05 a.m.
Pablo Rodriguez Honoré-Mercier, QC
Mr. Speaker, I want to take a moment to commend and congratulate one of the greatest journalists and news anchors of our time, Bernard Derome.
Last night, Mr. Derome won the Hyman Solomon Award for Excellence in Public Policy Journalism.
Canadians across the country will remember all the years Bernard Derome spent behind the desk of Radio-Canada's Téléjournal and his coverage of the most pivotal events of the past few decades.
And how can we forget election nights, being glued to our sets watching Bernard Derome, hanging on his every word and waiting for that fateful moment to hear him say what he said every election night, "Radio-Canada predicts that, if the voting trend continues, the next government will be formed by—". Then we would hear cries of joy or sorrow, depending on the results announced.
Bernard Derome has always been the epitome of journalistic integrity, professionalism and discipline. We all see him as a role model for anyone aspiring to a career in journalism.
Congratulations and thanks to Bernard.
Statements By Members
11:10 a.m.
Sylvie Boucher Beauport—Limoilou, QC
Mr. Speaker, on this the tax filing deadline, Canadian families are reaping the rewards of our government's commitment to lower taxes. Our government believes that low taxes fuel job creation and economic growth.
Since taking office, we have cut taxes for families, seniors, students and individuals, thereby reducing the overall tax burden to its lowest level in nearly 50 years. Total savings now exceed, for an average family, $3,000 a year.
According to the Liberals, Canadian families are not paying enough taxes. That is evidenced by the fact that they are still promising to raise taxes, which would kill jobs and stop our economic recovery.
We, however, will make sure that Canadians keep their money in their pockets and their bank accounts, where it belongs.
Royal Newfoundland Regiment
Statements By Members
11:10 a.m.
Jack Harris St. John's East, NL
Mr. Speaker, I rise today to pay tribute to the Royal Newfoundland Regiment, of which all Newfoundlanders and Labradorians are very proud and which is celebrating the 215th anniversary of its roots in 1795. New colours were presented by Princess Anne, the honorary Colonel-in-Chief, last Saturday.
The Newfoundlanders were part of General Brock's forces defending Canada in the War of 1812, long before Confederation and even longer before Newfoundland and Labrador joined Canada in 1949.
During World War I, the regiment earned many battle honours and its members were the only North Americans in Gallipoli in 1915. The most famous battle was at Beaumont Hamel in France on the first day of the Battle of the Somme, where the bravery and sacrifice of the soldiers were extraordinary. The event is seared on the national memory of Newfoundlanders and Labradorians who mark July 1 as Memorial Day.
Their courage, ability and determination in battle earned them praise as better than the best, and the designation "Royal" was conferred during World War I. The regiment's proud history of more than two centuries continues to this day, with many of its members serving in Afghanistan. They deserve our praise and congratulations.
Firearms Registry
Statements By Members
11:10 a.m.
John Duncan Vancouver Island North, BC
Mr. Speaker, the Liberal member for Esquimalt—Juan de Fuca has now made it clear that he will ignore his constituents. He is going to allow his vote to be dictated to him by the Liberal leader, and he will be forced to support the wasteful and ineffective long gun registry.
What is even more confusing is that the member for Esquimalt—Juan de Fuca said on Friday that witnesses had already appeared on the long gun registry bill. This is strange, because the public safety committee has yet to hear witnesses on Bill C-391.
If the member really wants to talk to police about the long gun registry, he should talk to Calgary Police Chief Rick Hanson or Evan Bray from the Saskatchewan Federation of Police Officers or even the four Conservative members of Parliament who served their country as police officers themselves.
The member for Esquimalt—Juan de Fuca has a choice. He can vote to keep the ineffective Liberal long gun registry or he can vote to scrap it. We know his constituents want him to scrap it.
International Workers' Day
Statements By Members
11:10 a.m.
Robert Vincent Shefford, QC
Mr. Speaker, tomorrow, May 1, is International Workers' Day.
Quebec has been celebrating this day since 1972, as a day for the union movement and workers to reaffirm their beliefs and to remember their contribution to our society.
This year's theme, "for a fair Quebec", serves as a reminder of our values of fairness and social justice in Quebec. It is clear that we cannot count on the Conservative government for that.
This is the government that made pay equity a negotiable right, that is refusing anti-scab legislation, and that refuses to improve the employment insurance system. Fairness for workers is far from being a concern of this government.
On behalf of the Bloc Québécois, I salute the workers of Quebec, and my party and I commit to continuing to work towards a fair Quebec, in spite of this government.
Statements By Members
11:10 a.m.
Scott Brison Kings—Hants, NS
Mr. Speaker, had it not been for media reports and a private investigator, Rahim Jaffer would still be lobbying his old cronies in the Conservative cabinet. He would still be using his wife's parliamentary email account, and senior Conservative ministers would still be taking his calls, bullying bureaucrats and never reporting any of it to anyone.
The Conservatives only handed over any documents after the lobbying commissioner and the RCMP were already investigating. Documents only started appearing after Liberals filed a complaint with the lobbying commissioner and after Liberals tabled motions at committee ordering ministers to come clean.
It is not transparency once one has been caught red-handed. What is more, we still cannot be sure that none of Mr. Jaffer's projects did not get funding because we still do not have all the documents. Why have we seen nothing from the natural resources minister, who was responsible for most of the green funds?
Canadians can see through these games. We have had enough of the catch-me-if-you-can Conservatives. It is time to end the Conservative culture of deceit.
Liberal Party of Canada
Statements By Members
11:15 a.m.
Blaine Calkins Wetaskiwin, AB
Mr. Speaker, the Liberal Party in its infinite wisdom has sent the member for Papineau into Lethbridge, Alberta, this weekend to teach Liberals how to win. You heard me right, Mr. Speaker. The son of Pierre Elliott, the creator of the national energy program, is off to Alberta to teach Liberals how to win. That is like sending Colonel Sanders to an animal rights convention to lecture about the rights of chickens.
Just what will the member for Papineau preach to Albertans? Will he tell us more about the Liberals' plan for a culture war? Will he promote the Liberals' support for the long gun registry? Will he preach the virtues of a Liberal carbon tax? Will he tell Albertans about the Liberals' shutting the door forever to unilingual Canadians from serving their country on the Supreme Court? We would not be surprised. The member for Papineau already thinks unilingual Canadians are lazy.
Albertans and Canadians know that the Liberal Party just does not speak for them. That is because Liberals are not in it for Canadians; they are just in it for themselves.
Oral Questions
11:15 a.m.
Ralph Goodale Wascana, SK
Mr. Speaker, the Conservatives are trying to distance themselves from Mr. Jaffer and his wife, the former minister. They are claiming that the government did nothing wrong. But I have this question for them.
Is it legal for a public office holder like a parliamentary secretary to discuss funding with a lobbyist and allow that lobbyist, a friend, to promote his personal interests? Is it legal, yes or no?


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