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About the Author: Laurie Weitzenkorn serves as Public Affairs Counselor at the U.S. Embassy Santiago in Chile.
The cool breeze and sunny weather beckoned approximately 500 people to linger at the U.S. Independence Day celebration reception, organized by the U.S. Embassy Santiago in Chile on July 2, 2010. Traditionally, the Embassy celebrates the U.S. holiday with two events: a formal reception focused on Chileans guests and a flag raising ceremony that is open to all U.S. citizens living here. The guests arrived to the formal reception at Ambassador Paul Simons' residence, and were greeted by U.S. musician Shane Ellis' interpretations of famous American music coming from the piano. Guests were treated to simple, classic U.S. appetizers such as potato skins, chicken wings, and pizza bites, and indulged with a sophisticated buffet of dishes that reflected the diversity of U.S. cuisine -- from gumbo to gnocchi with lamb bolognese. Americans and Chileans sang along as the Youth Orchestra of Chile played both the U.S.and Chilean national anthems. High ranking Pinera-administration ministers, as well as Concertacion members, were in high attendance. The First Lady, Cecilia Morel, a principal and strong advocate of many non-governmental organizations (NGOs), including the Youth Orchestra, was also a guest.
In keeping with his own tradition, Ambassador Simons launched an eco-friendly pilot project at the residence during the event -- a photo-voltaic solar panel system that will help support the residence's electricity needs. It features a wireless monitor that allows us to track how much energy it generates, and allow us to be more conscious of our energy use during the course of the next year. The U.S.company, Wireless Energy, provided the solar system for this pilot project. It backs the Renova Lab outreach organization that helps provide energy generating solar and wind kits to schools in Chile, as well as other countries in South America. The Chilean Ministers of Energy and Environment, along with Chile's First Lady Cecilia Morel joined Ambassador Simons and his wife, Victoria Cardenas Simons, on the roof of the residence to cut the ribbon and start the system officially. In the past, Ambassador Simons inaugurated new thermal solar panels that help heat water in the residence. He also established an innovative gardening process called xeriscaping in an area of the residence property, which uses drought-resistant plants to improve water and energy efficiency.
Three American citizens addressed the crowd -- an employee of the Fulbright Commission here; an owner of a Santiago-based English-language Internet Radio and English-language newspaper; and the manager of a NGO that assists children who have suffered from abuse and abandonment. Throughout the event, Chileans and Americans enjoyed listening to patriotic, American songs; posing for photos with the Marines; indulging in familiar comfort foods; and celebrating America's history.
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As 2013 draws to a close, it's time to inventory the year's proxy resolutions introduced by the Interfaith Center on Corporate Responsibility. ICCR, a group purportedly acting on religious principles and faith, is actually nothing more than a shareholder activist group engaged in the advancement of leftist causes at the expense of their fellow shareholders and the world's poorest.
ICCR recently released its 2013 Annual Report. Its "2013 Proxy Season Recap" (pp. 16, 17) presents a snapshot of initiatives ICCR members pursued this past year. The foundations for several categories betray the left's tenuous grasp of science and economics while, at the same time, displaying a perverse naiveté regarding the potential negative consequences of their respective crusades.
Fortunately, all the worst proposals failed. As noted previously, ICCR shareholder resolutions are drafted by Bruce Freed, president of the George Soros-funded Center for Political Accountability (CPA). Both Freed and ICCR boast huge successes for their resolutions, assertions that rely on extremely fuzzy methodology that excludes abstention votes. (more…)

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Advent Scriptures
26In the sixth month the angel Gabriel was sent by God to a town in Galilee called Nazareth,
27to a virgin engaged to a man whose name was Joseph, of the house of David. The virgin's name was Mary.
28And he came to her and said, "Greetings, favored one! The Lord is with you."
29But she was much perplexed by his words and pondered what sort of greeting this might be.
30The angel said to her, "Do not be afraid, Mary, for you have found favor with God.
31And now, you will conceive in your womb and bear a son, and you will name him Jesus.
32He will be great, and will be called the Son of the Most High, and the Lord God will give to him the throne of his ancestor David.
33He will reign over the house of Jacob forever, and of his kingdom there will be no end."
34Mary said to the angel, "How can this be, since I am a virgin?"
35The angel said to her, "The Holy Spirit will come upon you, and the power of the Most High will overshadow you; therefore the child to be born will be holy; he will be called Son of God.
36And now, your relative Elizabeth in her old age has also conceived a son; and this is the sixth month for her who was said to be barren.
37For nothing will be impossible with God."
38Then Mary said, "Here am I, the servant of the Lord; let it be with me according to your word." Then the angel departed from her.
19Her husband Joseph, being a righteous man and unwilling to expose her to public disgrace, planned to dismiss her quietly.
20But just when he had resolved to do this, an angel of the Lord appeared to him in a dream and said, "Joseph, son of David, do not be afraid to take Mary as your wife, for the child conceived in her is from the Holy Spirit.
21She will bear a son, and you are to name him Jesus, for he will save his people from their sins."
22All this took place to fulfill what had been spoken by the Lord through the prophet:
23"Look, the virgin shall conceive and bear a son, and they shall name him Emmanuel," which means, "God is with us."
24When Joseph awoke from sleep, he did as the angel of the Lord commanded him; he took her as his wife,
25but had no marital relations with her until she had borne a son; and he named him Jesus.
39In those days Mary set out and went with haste to a Judean town in the hill country,
40where she entered the house of Zechariah and greeted Elizabeth.
41When Elizabeth heard Mary's greeting, the child leaped in her womb. And Elizabeth was filled with the Holy Spirit
42and exclaimed with a loud cry, "Blessed are you among women, and blessed is the fruit of your womb.
43And why has this happened to me, that the mother of my Lord comes to me?
44For as soon as I heard the sound of your greeting, the child in my womb leaped for joy.
45And blessed is she who believed that there would be a fulfillment of what was spoken to her by the Lord."
46And Mary said, "My soul magnifies the Lord,
47and my spirit rejoices in God my Savior,
48for he has looked with favor on the lowliness of his servant. Surely, from now on all generations will call me blessed;
49for the Mighty One has done great things for me, and holy is his name.
50His mercy is for those who fear him from generation to generation.
51He has shown strength with his arm; he has scattered the proud in the thoughts of their hearts.
52He has brought down the powerful from their thrones, and lifted up the lowly;
53he has filled the hungry with good things, and sent the rich away empty.
54He has helped his servant Israel, in remembrance of his mercy,
55according to the promise he made to our ancestors, to Abraham and to his descendants forever."
56And Mary remained with her about three months and then returned to her home.
1In those days a decree went out from Emperor Augustus that all the world should be registered.
2This was the first registration and was taken while Quirinius was governor of Syria.
3All went to their own towns to be registered.
4Joseph also went from the town of Nazareth in Galilee to Judea, to the city of David called Bethlehem, because he was descended from the house and family of David.
5He went to be registered with Mary, to whom he was engaged and who was expecting a child.
6While they were there, the time came for her to deliver her child.
7And she gave birth to her firstborn son and wrapped him in bands of cloth, and laid him in a manger, because there was no place for them in the inn.
8In that region there were shepherds living in the fields, keeping watch over their flock by night.
9Then an angel of the Lord stood before them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were terrified.
10But the angel said to them, "Do not be afraid; for see—I am bringing you good news of great joy for all the people:
11to you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, who is the Messiah, the Lord.
12This will be a sign for you: you will find a child wrapped in bands of cloth and lying in a manger."
13And suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host, praising God and saying,
14"Glory to God in the highest heaven, and on earth peace among those whom he favors!"
15When the angels had left them and gone into heaven, the shepherds said to one another, "Let us go now to Bethlehem and see this thing that has taken place, which the Lord has made known to us."
16So they went with haste and found Mary and Joseph, and the child lying in the manger.
17When they saw this, they made known what had been told them about this child;
18and all who heard it were amazed at what the shepherds told them.
19But Mary treasured all these words and pondered them in her heart.


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In the heart of Sumatra's Gunung Leuser rainforest, U.S. diplomats scanned the trees. And then, there it was: a flash of orange moving through the branches. A Sumatran orangutan -- a mother, her wide-eyed infant holding on tight. Soon, three more pairs swung into view. The Americans watched, awed to be in the presence of one of humankind's closest animal relatives. Only 7,300 of these critically endangered primates remain in the wild, threatened by loss of habitat and wildlife trafficking. For Atul Keshap, U.S. Senior Official for Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC), seeing these great apes in person strengthened his resolve and that of his colleagues to help save them from poaching and habitat loss.
Keshap was in Medan, Indonesia, to lead the American delegation at an APEC meeting. During his visit to North Sumatra, he and his team introduced a proposal to encourage APEC's 21 member economies to work in a more coordinated way to fight wildlife trafficking.
The illegal wildlife trade is big business, worth perhaps $10 billion per year, but its devastation goes far beyond any price tag. In Sumatra, where as much as half of the forest cover has been lost since 1985, traffickers buy and sell not just orangutans and other primates, but also sun bears, tigers, and the Sumatran rhino. Some will become exotic pets; others will be killed for traditional medicines or rare foods. Many of the species here are on the brink of extinction, but the trade continues. Prosecutions are rare.
The United States endorses a comprehensive global, national, and local approach to solve this problem. International organizations can play a critical role in making sure that needed changes are broadly implemented -- and laws enforced. A multinational forum, such as APEC, can support national governments as they pass stricter laws against trafficking. It can also create an international space for law enforcement, customs and border officials, conservationists and judicial systems to share information that will help them identify, capture, and prosecute traffickers.
Grassroots efforts are just as important. We can do a better job of raising awareness. If local communities are unmistakably clear about the severity of the crime, how it undermines development and spurs corruption, and the economic impact of biodiversity loss, then they will be empowered to stand up to traffickers in their midst. What's more, demand for trafficked wildlife will diminish.
The United States is already hard at work on local approaches in Sumatra. Through several programs run by the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), we've provided more than $22 million to protect and manage 2.2 million hectares of forests where orangutans live. Right now, teams from the Tropical Forest Conservation Act program and the Indonesian Forest and Climate Support project are working with local groups to promote sustainable development as an alternative to deforestation. Also, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service supports NGO-led conservation of Sumatra's rhinos, tigers, elephants, orangutans and gibbons. U.S. government funding enables these local and international groups to patrol the forest to stop poachers; investigate cases of wildlife trafficking; manage conflicts between humans and elephants, tigers, and rhinos; and teach communities about wildlife conservation.
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Here's how RW members rated this race (476 votes).
In short: Organisation for the race was good, and the race was well marshalled. Weather perfect. Told on completion that I need to run faster to get a large T shirt. Put a real downer on the day - 1 Mars bar & an apple to show for my trouble! Not impressed!In full: Organisation for the race was good, and the race was well marshalled. First time to run this race, and only my third race since taking up running again 1.5 yrs ago. Plannd on 2:11hrs, but official time was 2:15:22hrs which I was happy with time as I read the RW forum and knew about the hills, but still underestimated them. Very happy with my performance, but not happy with the medium T shirt and the comment " you need to run faster to get a choice". Perhaps a notification of required size on the entry form could help this next year, or ditch the T shirt and give medals instead. Might have to consider only entering races with a medal in the goody bag! Goody bag contained a Mars bar, an apple a T shirt and a highlighter pen.... not quite sure why!The race was a personal challenge, and I would run it again but would look at the weather forecast first as I would not like to do it in flood conditions!Date of review: November 5, 2006
In short: Undulating!In full: Having read some of the comments about this race, and seen a copy of the route profile, I was a bit concerned about the number of 'killer' hills there seemed to be.Certainly it is a hilly course, but the real gradients don't hit you until the 8 and 11th miles, which is probably where you could really do without them! Not too bad though - and it added to the fun.The route is lovely - really pituresque with lots of lovely houses to gawp at, and not much traffic to contend with.The organisation was great - the baggage tent was fantastic, especially as it was so cold, we got away on time, the plentiful marshalls were all smiley and encouraging and - going against what someone else has said - I thought the goody bag was alright! for £11 you get a great half marathon, a long sleeved t-shirt, an apple, a mars bar and...... a marker pen!! What more do you want. I thought it was a bargain.Overall - definately one for next year - well done Marlow Striders.Date of review: November 5, 2006
In short: Didn't expect so many hills! Killer - but a challenge. V. poor goody bag, but that's not why I ran the raceDate of review: November 5, 2006
In short: Tough course but very rewarding (and very well organised)In full: Glorious day, enthusiastic race marshals (and a lot of them too) but quite a challenging course (in particular the 8 mile hill).I turned up >15mins late because of car problems but they still let me start and the marshals couldn't have been more supportive. Date of review: November 5, 2006
In short: A well organised race, with really friendly and encouraging marshalls all round the course.Date of review: November 5, 2006
In short: Like running in the lakesIn full: Great support...great course....a little too steep in both directions. Hill just before Mile 8 is a killer, but downhills afterwards a boon. Will come again...and a pb for meDate of review: November 5, 2006
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Looks good Mmmph. What was the crumb like. The one I did at high temp had a lot of bounce and the crumb was like cotton candy. Probably the lightest I ever made.
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The cost of private infant adoptions varies widely from a low of about $15,000 to as much as $50,000. Non-profit adoption agencies like the Independent Adoption Center (IAC) tend to be on the lower end of spectrum. Nevertheless, it is still extremely expensive to adopt.
Many people ask why it costs so much to adopt. Why should you have to pay to help provide a home for a child? First, there are no government funds for a baby voluntarily placed for adoption, as there are for children removed due to abuse and neglect. However, the state does regulate agencies setting standards and oversight requirements for adoptions, which the IAC supports.
Therefore, both to comply with state regulations and to ensure best practices there are many costs associated with adoptions. An agency must pay highly educated social workers (at least Masters level) to write home studies, as well as provide counseling, termination of birthparent rights and post-placement supervision.
Agencies, like the IAC, also provide families with educational materials and resources. In addition, most agencies do outreach to potential birthparents. This requires marketing staff to develop materials, maintain websites, and buy advertising, which is also an additional expense. Furthermore, administrative staff are required to answer the phone, provide accounting services, comply with non-profit laws, ensure families are notified how many times their birthparent letter is mailed or saved online. There are also the costs any business has, such as rent, phones, Internet, and insurance.
As non-profit organizations, many agencies, including the IAC, receive both private donations and grants, but these are usually for special projects to enhance our services and do not cover the basic costs of an adoption. As a result, most of the costs to do an adoption are borne by the adoptive parents. IAC tries to help by providing a sliding scale fee structure, but even with this accommodation it is often a stretch for families to find the funds to adopt.


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February 28, 2014, Guwahati, Assam, India - The Himalayan Climate Change Adaptation Programme (HICAP) held a two-day conference on `Climate Change Adaptation: Priorities for Research, Policy, and Practices in Northeast India'.
The conference, organized by the International Centre for Integrated Mountain Development (ICIMOD) in partnership with Aaranyak, Deutsche Gesellschaft Für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH, and the National Institute of Administrative Research (NIAR) at the NEDFi Centre in Dispur, took place on 25-26 February 2014.
More than 80 experts, researchers, policymakers, journalists, and practitioners dealing with climate change policies and livelihoods in the Northeast region explored the idea of creating a sharing platform for knowledge on climate-related policy, research, and practice in Northeast India, with the ojective to identify gaps and priorities for action at local, national, and regional levels.
Sessions focused on research related to climate change, alternative livelihood options, disaster resilience, migration, and gender. Panels discussed gaps and priorities for action on key issues like Water Demand, Disaster Risks and Vulnerabilities, Community-based and Ecosystem-based Adaptation, and Gender issues. Effective and timely flow of information and knowledge was highlighted as a critical challenge for policymakers in ensuring informed decision making.
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Here's how RW members rated this race in the past (105 votes).
In short: Short,sharp blast !!In full: Run this event twice and each year seems to coincide with a monsoon. simple rce, simple organisation but great for PB's and blowing away the winter cobwebs.Date of review: November 29, 2009
In short: Fast and flat on a still though wet morning. Lack of wind meant the showers didn't hinder speed at allIn full: Being a bit dubious about these short course comments (and lacking a Garmin thingy) I used Google Earth to measure the course (the turns at the tree and lamp post are plainly visible). Despite the fact there's some wishful thinking here (I ran a fast time I'm anxious to ratify!) the mapping tool measured the lap as 2.49km. This obviously can't rival a proper measuring wheel on the ground for accuracy but, let's face it, the number is pretty close. The Garmin measurement quoted in one post on this forum is well over a quarter of a mile short of 10km; surely this must be regarded as suspect? I've corresponded with the organisers today and they assure me the course has been properly measured on a number of occassions and that the marshals were posted in the right places! So, if you stayed on the paths, and ran round the tree and the lamp post, who says you haven't got a bona fide time?Date of review: November 29, 2009
In short: Weather wasn't great but still managed a PBDate of review: November 29, 2009
In short: A nice course but it was definitely short. In full: The part across the grass was not marked out clearly. On the second lap one of the runners near me told the marshalls to indicate to the runners where they should go which they then did. The area needed to be taped off to make it clear. My gps made it 0.4km short. Date of review: November 29, 2009
In full: This was a great race for my first 10k race - though the hill near the grassy part seemed to get steeper and steeper per lap and it didn't stop raining.Surprised to see so many people saying they thought the route was less than 10k, but then again both my husband (who finished on 51 mins) and myself (just under 63 mins) both saw loads of people cutting corners - particularly across the grassy section. Marshals were ignored. Instead of running across the grassy section by going around the tree and to the facing lamp post, a lot of runners just cut across the grass probably cutting a significant amount off the distance if they didd it on every lap! This all despite the 2 marshalls both shouting "you need to go around the lamp post". Maybe a signpost or a few markers on the ground next year might help with this difficulty?But before you question the distance ask did you cut out the corner?The marshall on the first turn was particularly helpful - shouting encouragement on each lap, which was much appreciated - that and the 2 girls on the last lap by the above mentioned lamppost who were shouting encouragement.Where there were gates across the path (near the road, and near the start/finish lap) there tended to be a little conjestion caused by other park users not realising there was a race going on so going really slowly through the gates as runners tried to get past them.Kev nearly fell over a pushchair, kid on a scooter and a dogOh that and a car backing into a marshall, causing a pile up of park walkers and runners - i narrowly avoiding falling flat on my face.Given the conditions and the narrow paths the event was very well organised and marshaledDate of review: November 29, 2009
In short: Good run good for a pbIn full: Flat and fast beat the 40 minnet mark on this one.Date of review: November 29, 2009
In short: A good fun run on a bad day weather wiseIn full: Many thanks to all the marshalls and stewards who stood out in awful weather, donating their time for a worthy cause. Looking forward to 2010 already come rain or shine (but it'll probably rain again).Date of review: November 29, 2009
In short: Soaked to the skin again but always enjoy this runDate of review: November 29, 2009
In short: Even though the weather was shocking, cold and heavy rain it was a really good race. Doing 4 laps made the run really enoyable.Date of review: November 29, 2009
In short: Could be a really good event.In full: It's a shame about the negative comments regarding this race, but once again the course seemed woefully short of 10k. I recorded a PB by nearly two minutes and didn't run exceptionally well. I ran this race two years ago, and exactly the same problem . . . it's not as though they haven't got the space! Despite the course problems, there was some sterling work and enthusiasm from the organisers and marshalls in the bad weather. This event could attract a much bigger field with local club participation if they sorted out the course and had a race HQ – maybe the cricket pavilion and bar in the park? Despite the gripes, will be back next year!Date of review: November 29, 2009
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Longo, Stefano B., 1969- (University of Oregon, June , 2009)[more][less]Longo, Stefano B., 1969- 2010-03-02T01:06:46Z 2010-03-02T01:06:46Z 2009-06 http://hdl.handle.net/1794/10230 xvii, 330 p. : ill., maps. A print copy of this thesis is available through the UO Libraries. Search the library catalog for the location and call number. This dissertation is a sociological study of the Sicilian bluefin tuna fishery. It will examine the social and ecological transformation of this fishery during the modern era. This will be analyzed utilizing a sociological framework that draws on theory from environmental sociology. The Sicilian fishery has been exploited for its abundant tuna for over a millennium, providing a major source of protein for Mediterranean civilizations. However, within the last half century there has been exponential expansion of industrialized methods of production and increasing capture efforts. This has culminated in the development of bluefin tuna "ranches," which have become a highly controversial method for supplying global markets. Escalating pressure on the fishery has contributed to a host of environmental and social concerns, including pushing this important fishery to the brink of collapse. Using a combination of primary and secondary source data such as interviews with local fishers and those in the tuna ranching sector, data compiled by international agencies such as the International Commission for the Conservation of Atlantic Tunas (ICCAT) as well as archival data on the Sicilian bluefin tuna fishery, I will employ sociological methods and analyze the recent changes in social life and the environment in Sicilian fishing communities. Subsequently, this project will shed light on the globalized and industrialized nature of the modern agri-food system and lead to a better understanding of its social and environmental impacts. Committee in charge: Richard York, Chairperson, Sociology; John Foster, Member, Sociology; Yvonne Braun, Member, Sociology; Joseph Fracchia, Outside Member, Honors College en_US University of Oregon University of Oregon theses, Dept. of Sociology, Ph. D., 2009; Environmental sociology Sicily Fisheries Political economy Food systems Aquaculture Bluefin tuna Sociology Aquatic sciences Bluefin tuna fisheries Global sushi: A socio-ecological analysis of the Sicilian bluefin tuna fishery Socio-ecological analysis of the Sicilian bluefin tuna fishery Thesis
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Find out about ovarian cancer clinical trials – what they are, how they work and how you can find out more. We answer your questions about participating in a clinical trial for ovarian cancer below.
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ISHPEMING, Mich. – Marion Louise Keto, age 88, of 309 W. Ridge St., Ishpeming, and a resident of the Mather Nursing Center for the past 2 months, passed away on Tuesday, January 1, 2013, at the Bell Hospital emergency room.
Marion was born on March 10, 1924, in Negaunee to Oscar and Clara (Almli) Hammar. Marion worked as a payroll clerk at J.C. Penney in Ishpeming and still enjoyed the monthly luncheons with the former employees of J.C. Penney.
Marion was a member of the Trinity Lutheran Church where she was a member of the Alter Guild, served on the luncheon committees and where she enjoyed quilting with the ladies. She enjoyed reading, crossword puzzles and her feline friend "Miranda". Marion and her husband enjoyed time spent with their grandchildren, especially at their camp they built on Lake Arfelin.
Marion is survived by her husband, Roland Keto, whom she married on July 31, 1948; 3 sons: Dennis Keto of Ishpeming, Gary (Linda) Keto of McKinney, TX and Steven (Chris) Keto of Ocono-mowoc, WI; 2 grandsons, Dan (Jessica) Keto of Milwaukee and Brian Keto of Chicago; and a stepgrandson, Jared Sandifer of McKinney, TX. Marion was preceded in death by her parents, a brother Clarence Hammar, a sister Gladys Hammar, and a stepson Justin Sandifer.
Marion's family will greet relatives and friends from 12:00 noon to 1:00 p.m. on Friday, January 4, 2013, at the Trinity Lutheran Church where a memorial service will be held at 1:00 p.m. with the Rev. Kenneth Lahners officiating.
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John Ashcroft's Extremist Record as Missouri Governor and Attorney General
A report by People For the American Way
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This is the second part of a two-part report examining John Ashcroft's record as an elected official. People For the American Way has undertaken this examination in response to his nomination to be Attorney General of the United States, one of the most important public officials in our nation, a person who has enormous power and influence over the lives of all Americans.
Part One, published on January 4, 2001, reviewed Ashcroft's record since 1995 as a U.S. Senator from Missouri. However, Ashcroft's public record began more than a decade and a half before he came to the Senate and includes eight years as Missouri's attorney general, followed by eight years as the state's governor. This second part of our report is concerned only with John Ashcroft's years as a Missouri elected official, the period from 1977 to 1993. Because of the length of time covered and the time constraints imposed by the impending Senate Judiciary Committee hearings on his nomination, this part of our Report, by necessity, is an overview of that state record. And while People For the American Way has many policy differences with John Ashcroft, this part of our report like Part One before it, focuses not on such policy differences but on those specific aspects of Ashcroft's record that relate directly to the special role of the United States Attorney General and the standards that should be met for anyone to be considered qualified to carry out the responsibilities of that position.
In Part One we concluded that John Ashcroft's U.S. Senate record does not meet the high standards required of the person entrusted with protecting the Constitution and the rights of all Americans. During his six years in the Senate, John Ashcroft consistently put his allegiance to far right ideology before the interests and rights of the people and the nation. He failed to demonstrate a commitment to equal justice under the law, respect for individual rights and the Constitution, and sensitivity to the injustices suffered by women and minorities - all qualities that should be considered a prerequisite for the nation's chief lawyer and principal enforcer of our civil rights laws.
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Roshika Deo's "Be the Change" campaign is inspiring a new generation of Fijian youth and women to believe in democracy and the power of civic participation after more than seven years of military dictatorship since a coup in 2006. The rate of women's political participation in Fiji is among the lowest in the world, but in 2013 Roshika was among the very first candidates -- male or female -- to announce her intention to stand for election. With the voting age lowered to 18 for the 2014 elections, more than one third of Fiji's electorate will cast their votes for the first time.
Since the launch of her campaign, Roshika has creatively used both traditional and new media to challenge Fiji's military government and give voice to the concerns of young people and women. Her efforts, while extremely popular, have also made Roshika a target for public criticism and harassment, with some on social media calling for her to be "taken to the cassava patch" (a local euphemism for rape). To date, she has insisted on running as an independent candidate despite interest from more established parties hoping to benefit from her gender, popularity, ethnicity, and youth.
Roshika's candidacy is the culmination of more than six years of political activism. Ms. Deo has led a number of popular rights campaigns in Fiji, including the "One Billion Rising" and has been a key supporter of "Take Back the Night" campaigns to protest violence against women. Roshika has also worked to support the Talking Books Library Project at the Fiji School of the Blind; renovations at Dilkusha Girls Home; Dose of Hope project to create awareness on HIV/AIDs; leading, mobilizing, and conducting a project to improve facilities at the St Giles Hospital's kitchen; work with the Sujit Kumar Trust and work with children at risk.
We admire Roshika's courage and the inspiration she has provided across racial lines for young people and women. Congratulations, Roshika!
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House of Commons Hansard #157 of the 38th Parliament, 1st Session. (The original version is on Parliament's site.) The word of the day was liberal.
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Anita Neville Winnipeg South Centre, MB
Mr. Speaker, just south of my riding is the St. Norbert Heritage Park, an excellent collection of Métis homes and artifacts set in an historically significant site.
The Fort Garry Historical Society is based in my riding and has been doing an exceptional job preserving the site, the building and the artifacts. It is now in the process of restoring another home, the Delorme Residence. The cost of the restoration is slightly over $200,000.
I wish to recognize the Fort Garry Historical Society and its committed membership for undertaking this new venture. The Delorme house is of significant historical value in Manitoba as it is associated with Louis Riel and the north west rebellion.
I wish them well in their fundraising efforts and I look forward to touring the new addition to the St. Norbert Heritage Park.
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Francine Lalonde La Pointe-de-l'Île, QC
Mr. Speaker, so far, the online consultation with the public in Quebec and Canada conducted by the Standing Committee on Foreign Affairs and International Trade concerning Canada's international policy statement has clearly demonstrated that, for Quebeckers and Canadians alike, fighting world poverty should be at the forefront of Canada's broader objectives with respect to international cooperation.
The majority of respondents agree that the most important factor in determining international aid levels and conditions should be poverty reduction and that Canada should schedule firm budgetary expenditures so as to reach the international aid target of 0.7% of GDP by 2015.
Despite what he said at the UN World Summit in September about the importance of reducing world poverty, the Prime Minister failed to turn his words into actions by committing to reach the 0.7% target by 2015.
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Roy Cullen Etobicoke North, ON
Mr. Speaker, this week the Correctional Service Canada and communities across the country are celebrating Citizens' Advisory Committee Awareness Week.
Citizens' advisory committees have been part of the correctional process for more than 25 years. All federal penitentiaries and parole offices are advised by nearly 600 citizens on such committees. Citizens' advisory committees help enhance public security in Canada by strengthening the bonds between the communities and the correctional system.
I would like to encourage all members of Parliament to join me in recognizing and congratulating those who contribute as members of 106 citizens' advisory committees across Canada.
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Jim Gouk Southern Interior, BC
Mr. Speaker, today is probably the last time I will rise in the House as a member of Parliament. After four terms of representing the good people of the most scenic riding in Canada, it is time for me to pursue other interests.
Those interests will involve a lot more time with my family, especially my wife Ann, who has been unwavering in her support of my career both as an MP and prior to that. We often hear of the sacrifices made by the members of the House but we do not speak often enough of the sacrifices made by members' families. My wife has made whatever success I have enjoyed possible. I intend to spend much more time with her than I have been able to do in the past. It is her time too.
I thank the members of my board for their unwavering support. I thank and acknowledge my staff, Danielle Jackson, Sarah Tupholme and Bonnie Fowler. Not only have they been tireless in their efforts on behalf of constituents but they have become very special friends.
Finally, I want to thank my constituents for the incredible honour that they have provided me to be allowed to represent them here in Ottawa. I thank them sincerely and leave here hoping that I have measured up to what they expected of me.
University of Waterloo
Statements By Members
2:05 p.m.
Andrew Telegdi Kitchener—Waterloo, ON
Mr. Speaker, congratulations go to the University of Waterloo for once again being named the best comprehensive university in the country and ranked number one in all measures in this category in Macleans ' national reputation survey: the highest quality, leaders of tomorrow, most innovative and best overall.
Innovation is a major ingredient in the University of Waterloo's success. Its pioneering of the co-op education program and allowing members of the university to retain their intellectual property have paid big dividends: the University of Waterloo personnel have founded 22% of all technology transfer companies created by a university in Canada.
When all universities in all categories were compared, the University of Waterloo was still judged the number one university in the country. I congratulate the University of Toronto for placing second. Congratulations also go out to all Canadian universities because they all provide high quality education for students across the country.
Diabetes Month
Statements By Members
2:05 p.m.
Johanne Deschamps Laurentides—Labelle, QC
Mr. Speaker, November is diabetes month and more than 550,000 Quebeckers live with this disease.
Diabetes is of concern to me because I have a son who is a type 1, insulin-dependent diabetic.
There is no cure for this disease and it has a very high economic cost, estimated at $2 billion a year in Quebec and $13 billion in Canada.
The socio-economic impact of diabetes is also a harsh reality for diabetics. They are denied access to certain professions or often lose their jobs. Their families are more often in crisis as a result.
Canada has one of the highest incidences of juvenile diabetes in the world. Conversely, it is significantly behind in terms of government support for research into this disease.
In handing out billions of pre-election dollars, did the Prime Minister perhaps forget a gift for people with diabetes?
Orléans Francophone Involvement Movement
Statements By Members
2:05 p.m.
Marc Godbout Ottawa—Orléans, ON
Mr. Speaker, for 27 years, MIFO, the Francophone involvement movement in Orléans, has been showcasing francophone culture and promoting the cultural expression of the Orléans community. It meets artistic, cultural, social, community and educational needs by providing a variety of services in French for francophones and francophiles of all ages, from the very young to the not so young.
To show how much MIFO is appreciated, I wish to inform hon. members that during the recent Francophonie Gala put on by ACFO Ottawa, MIFO, its general director and its president won the Grandmaître award for the organization that has made the greatest contribution to the development of the Ottawa francophone community.
Ottawa—Orléans is pleased and extremely proud of this jewel of our Franco-Ontarian heritage. We wish MIFO many more years of success.
Member for Okanagan—Shuswap
Statements By Members
2:05 p.m.
Myron Thompson Wild Rose, AB
Mr. Speaker, I am honoured today to pay tribute to my great friend, the member for Okanagan—Shuswap. Over the past 12 years, this member has been steadfast in his loyalty to his constituents and Conservative values. His commitment and work ethic can be traced back to his days in ranching and mining.
When he first landed on Parliament Hill back in 1993, he proudly stated, "When I go to Ottawa, Ottawa won't change me!" I will admit that nothing has changed this man. He proudly wore his stetson and cowboy boots to remind his constituents that he was their man in Ottawa.
There are enough stories over the last 12 years to fill the entire Library of Parliament, many of which cannot be repeated here. There were many issues he was passionate about, including softwood lumber, free trade, justice, child pornography, marriage, euthanasia and terrorism.
Personally, I will deeply miss his friendship on the Hill. He has a long battle ahead of him but I know there is no one tougher to fight this fight than the member for Okanagan—Shuswap.
I am sure if we had a parliamentary hall of fame this member's stetson would proudly hang to remind us all that we are here not for ourselves but for our constituents.
May God bless my good friend.
Liberal Women's Caucus
Statements By Members
2:10 p.m.
Françoise Boivin Gatineau, QC
Mr. Speaker, today's opposition motion demonstrates beyond a shadow of doubt that we are approaching the end of the 38th Parliament. Although there is much still to be done for the well-being of all Canadians, I would like to take advantage of this opportunity today to thank all the members of the Liberal Women's Caucus, as well as the Minister responsible for the Status of Women, the hon. member for Jeanne—Le Ber, for the confidence they have shown in me throughout the past year in my capacity as chair of that caucus, as well as member for Gatineau.
The Liberal Women's Caucus that I chaired has had a great influence on a number of issues, including the missile defence shield, additional funding for seniors and natural caregivers from the Minister of Finance, national child care, and gender equality.
My thanks to all these committed Liberal women. See you again soon.
Statements By Members
2:10 p.m.
David Christopherson Hamilton Centre, ON
Mr. Speaker, Edith Kaggwa is a hard-working registered practical nurse at St. Peter's Hospital in my riding. She has four daughters aged 12, 9, 6 and 5, three of them born here in Canada.
Edith is an active member of her church and a well liked member of the hospital staff, but next week she faces possible deportation to Uganda, one of the most dangerous places on Earth. Edith is so afraid that she would rather put her daughters in the care of the Children's Aid Society than take them to Uganda.
Amnesty International reports that thousands of Ugandan girls as young as eight years old are used as domestic slaves, raped and assigned as wives by the Lord's Resistance Army.
Edith's husband was deported to Uganda five years ago and no one has heard from him since.
The Hamilton community is rallying in support of Edith Kaggwa. On their behalf, I call on the immigration minister today to help Edith and her family. Let them remain safe and sound in Canada, their adopted home.
Statements By Members
2:10 p.m.
Kevin Sorenson Crowfoot, AB
Mr. Speaker, since the Liberal government took power, our criminal justice system has been seriously weakened and Canadians' safety jeopardized.
The Liberals' bleeding heart mentality has resulted in dangerous offenders walking free. Under the government there is absolutely no truth in sentencing. This is not just the opinion of those of us on this side of the House. It is the opinion of police officers such as Corporal Randy Yaschuk of the Strathmore RCMP.
Corporal Yaschuk was the arresting officer when Shawn Robert Sherwin was charged with 17 counts of breaking and entering, four counts of theft, firearms possession and mischief.
Sherwin was sentenced to five years in February 2005 but, courtesy of the Liberal government, Sherwin was released on parole on November 11. He served only 10 months. As a result, the people of Rockyford, Alberta live in fear that he will move back into their community and re-offend.
It is time we replaced the government, a government that puts the rights of offenders ahead of the rights of victims and the protection of society. It is time for change.
Member for Saint-Maurice—Champlain
Statements By Members
2:10 p.m.
Richard Marceau Charlesbourg, QC
Mr. Speaker, I would like to mark the departure of a number of our colleagues who will not be running in the next election campaign.
The Bloc Québécois wishes to thank the 20 or so MPs who will not be running again for the contribution they have made to democracy.
I would like to pay particular tribute to the dean of the Bloc Québécois contingent, our colleague for Saint-Maurice—Champlain, who is leaving us.
A long-time sovereignist and committed activist, who sat in the National Assembly under the leadership of René Lévesque, he has instilled all of his wisdom, determination and courage into our caucus.
We are proud to have had the opportunity to work with him and I can assure him that we will continue his fight to ensure that justice is done with regard to low-income seniors and the GIS.
Thank you for your work, your devotion to Quebec, and your friendship.
So long, Marcel.
Gomery Report
Statements By Members
2:15 p.m.
Gerald Keddy South Shore—St. Margaret's, NS
Mr. Speaker, one cannot read Gomery without recognizing how it chronicles the last 12 years of Liberal greed. Justice Gomery himself stated:
The Report that follows chronicles a depressing story of multiple failures to plan a government program appropriately and to control waste—a story of greed, venality and misconduct...in government....
Senior Liberals deliberately circumvented federal legislation, including the Canada Elections Act, the Lobbyists Registration Act, the Access to Information Act and the Financial Administration Act as well as federal contracting policy and the Treasury Board transfer payments policy. This clearly resulted in a culture of entitlement among Liberal political officials.
The Liberals have a million excuses but Canadians only need one question answered. With Gomery documenting millions of dollars in waste and the rampant abuse of the public service, why is it the Liberals did nothing until they were caught?
Tourism Award
Statements By Members
November 24th, 2005 / 2:15 p.m.
Marcel Proulx Hull—Aylmer, QC
Mr. Speaker, the Keskinada Loppet, which takes place in my riding of Hull—Aylmer, recently won the Hertz Canada event of the year award at the national awards for tourism excellence of the Tourism Industry Association of Canada.
This event, which has been held in Gatineau since 1982, has helped put Canada on the map as a premier winter destination. With more than 11,000 participants from over 20 countries, it is Canada's largest cross-country skiing event and represents Canada on the world loppet circuit of the sport's most noteworthy races.
Input from both visitors and participants generates continuous improvement. This year, the organizers of the Keski introduced a number of firsts in its history, including the setting of a Guinness record for the world's largest ski, on which 100 people managed to fit, new skiing events, a trade show, receptions and medal ceremonies.
I would like to extend my warmest congratulations to the Keskinada Loppet and its president, Claude Laramée, for winning this prestigious award.
Oral Questions
2:15 p.m.
Rob Nicholson Niagara Falls, ON
Mr. Speaker, the last days of this government are not a pretty sight. As if three budgets in the last nine months were not enough, the government is now throwing money at taxpayers at the rate of $1 billion a day.
This is the typical Liberal thinking that Canadians are not smart enough to know when they are being bought with their own money.
Will the minister admit what analysts are already speculating: that the government is on a fast track to a deficit?


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Being… Allie Morrison
Jeana Morrison describes her daughter, Allie, as "the strongest young woman I know."
With the passing of her father, "her strength to be able to attend school every day in the building where he should be teaching is the same strength Jim showed during his battle," said Jeana.
Allie, a quiet, determined leader on the Warren volleyball team, says it's a strength and courage she got from her father.
"When it comes to strength and courage, I haven't shown nearly as much as my dad did," said Allie. "My dad fought brain cancer harder than I thought was even possible. I got my strength and courage from him."
Allie and her father have "a forever connection," said Jeana. "Her focus and drive to do everything she commits to at 100 percent is representation of that connection, because that was how he was.
"My dream for her is to be happy in life," Jeana said. "Our family learned too early how our tomorrows aren't guaranteed, so I want her to always be happy with her today. I hope that her hard work in high school pays off and affords her the opportunity to see her dream of attending PSU come true. From there, her opportunities will be limitless. I know that whatever she chooses to do, she will do it her way!"
A little "Q & A" with Allie Morrison:
Q: Who are your parents and siblings and what sports do you play?
A: My parents are James and Jeana Morrison. I have two brothers, Andrew, who is 21, and Aidan, who is 13. I play varsity volleyball at WAHS.
Q: You have shown a lot of strength and courage since the passing of your father. Can you share where you think you got this strength and courage from, and have you thought how this has changed you, made you stronger, or how you are choosing to carry his memory with you.
A: I think strength is something that you don't realize how much you have until being strong is your only choice.
I've changed immensely since the day we found out my dad was sick. I had to grow up a lot faster than most teenage girls, but I don't resent that. I've learned a lot about life in the past couple years and I think that gives me a bit of an edge over most girls my age. I've become different in the fact that I realize how short life truly is, and I don't want to waste it focusing on petty drama like you see daily in high school.
High school got pretty rough for me the past two years because everyday I see people who are more worried about what other people think of them than they are about their futures.
When you go through something really tough in your life you realize that that kind of stuff doesn't matter. My dad's passing really proved to me who my real friends were and brought me a lot closer to them. My best friend Bailey and I became inseparable and I'm so grateful to have a true friend like her in my life. My boyfriend Jason has also been with me through it all and he is my absolute best friend. His family has been so supportive and wonderful as well and I love them to pieces. I also have the best family in the world and I couldn't ask for a better or more loving support system. When it comes to carrying my dad's memory with me, it's not hard because he does that for me.
Anyone who has ever lost someone understands how there are just moments when you know that person is with you. My dad is that little voice in my head guiding me through my decisions every day.
Q: Tell me your favorite characteristic you think you got from your mother, favorite from your father, favorite from both, and one that makes you unique from your brothers.
A: I definitely got my sass from my mom! That's another thing that developed after my dad passed away; I speak my mind when I feel the need to. I also got most of my looks from my mom. I got my fascination with the world from my dad. I grew up with my eyes glued to Animal Planet and Discovery Channel, and I always like to know what's going on in the world. I got my academic motivation and skill from both parents; I'm a pretty good student. I've always been a naturally good writer and reader, and I think that's something I got from my dad as well. One thing that makes me unique from my brothers is probably my interest in a good book; I read a lot more than they do.
Q: What sports have you played in your lifetime, and what were your favorite memories from those sports.
A: I played just about everything as a kid. I played basketball, softball, and soccer for a long time. I was on the swim team from 5th-8th grade and I did track for a while.
Until 7th grade, I had never played volleyball at all. I fell in love with it pretty quickly and ended up dropping all the other sports I played and, in 10th grade, I started playing on a club volleyball team through the winter and spring to improve for the fall season.
My favorite memories include getting third in the state in minors softball all-stars way back in 4th grade. Beaty basketball was a blast, I had so much fun those two years and I miss it a lot. I have so many volleyball memories that I could write a book, so I'll leave it at that.
Q: I understand through a little birdie that the only college you've ever dreamed of considering is Penn State. How long have you wanted to go there and why? Did you even apply anywhere else?
A: Anytime I've ever imagined myself in college, I've always seen myself at Penn State. I knew about Penn State growing up, but it wasn't till about 6th grade that I really discovered it. I went to a football game at Beaver Stadium in 6th grade and the energy was just so infectious and drew me right in. Since then, every time I visit State College I fall more and more in love with it. I actually haven't applied anywhere yet oops. But I can apply to Penn State starting September 1st, so I'll definitely be doing that. I'm really not so sure that I will be applying to any other schools because I honestly can't see myself anywhere else. We'll see, I guess!
Q: How has it been being the sister to an older and younger brother? Andrew wants me to ask you who the smartest sibling is. I can see how it's been already!
A: It's certainly been interesting. I have the first born and the baby of the family to compete with. I am, however, the only girl, so I guess that makes it about even. Basically, anytime I walk into the family room SportsCenter is on the TV. I've sat through a lot of football games and baseball games. Nowadays there's almost always three-to-four 12- and 13-year-old boys running in and out of my house.
I do like to mess with Aidan sometimes, though, so that's always fun. I'm not so sure I need to say who the smartest is, considering Andrew recently broke the ceiling fan by spraying Febreeze in it to kill a fly and Aidan got his leg stuck in the railing of our front porch last week. I think that makes the answer pretty obvious. My brothers are both pretty funny, though. Andrew always manages to make me laugh with his numerous impressions; Bane from Batman is my personal favorite.
Q: Now he wants me to ask you who the best athlete is of you three? He says that always sets you off.
A: I'm actually going to have to go with Aidan. He's one of those kids who's just naturally good at things, which is totally unfair. I've had to work really hard to improve my skill-level in volleyball, where as Aidan picks things up pretty fast. Andrew was like that, too, I guess, but I think Aidan's going to beat us both out in the end. He definitely learned it all from his older siblings, though, so he has an advantage.
Q: Who is your inspiration and why?
A: I have many inspirations – My dad, for his strength and wisdom. My mom, for keeping our family on our feet through some really tough circumstances. My Grandpa and Grandma White, because they are the most loving people I know and have raised my entire family to be the closest and definitely the most awesome family around.
Anyone who has had to go through a terrible disease like cancer and shown strength through it all inspires me.
Q: What are your dreams for the rest of your life, job, etc.?
A: Well, I want to go to college and graduate with a degree in something in the health care field, probably Health Care Management and Administration. Then I hope to get a good job and my own place. As soon as I get my own place I will definitely be getting a dog! I love dogs, especially big ones, and I want a Golden Retriever or German Shepherd of my own, maybe both! Eventually I want to get married and start a family. I also dream of traveling a lot when I'm older. I've never even been out of the country and there are so many places I want to go. Going to Africa would be absolutely amazing, and I also want to see Europe.
Q: What are your goals for the rest of the season in volleyball, and also for the school year, athletically or otherwise?
A: I want us to win this year! We have been building our team up for the last three years and now is our chance to give it all we've got.
I believe in my team because I know that when we are really focused and on the top of our game we can compete with any team we'll face. Everybody better keep their eyes out for Dragon Volleyball this year because we have a lot of potential to do really well. I want to make the most out of my senior season as I can because it's the last one I'll ever have, and that's pretty devastating. When it comes to the school year, I really just want to get through it with a lot less stress than I had the last two years. My schedule this year is a little bit easier than it was last year considering I took a lot of hard classes last year, so I should have a little bit more time to breathe and have some fun as a senior too. I also want to get a lot done as co-president of the senior class this year; my fellow co-president and I have a lot of great ideas already.
Q: What's your favorite song?
A: Either "Give Me Love" or "Sunburn", both by Ed Sheeran. He writes some amazing tunes.
Q: What's your favorite movie?
A: Oh boy, this is tough because I love movies. Bridesmaids, Elf, Remember the Titans, Sandlot, and anything Pixar are all classics for me. I also love the most recent Batman trilogy, Argo, and any of those silly scary movies like Paranormal Activity.
Q: What do you like to do in your spare time?
A: I spend most of my time with my best friend and my boyfriend, just hanging out. I also spend too much time watching Glee on Netflix and scrolling through the internet. My best friend and I are a bit obsessed with the band One Direction so we spend a lot of time discussing them and went to their concert in July. I love to read books, so I do that sometimes. If I'm not doing any of that I'm probably playing volleyball.
Q: What will you miss most, be specific, about Warren Area High School?
A: The Flannel Panel. School spirit is one of the things I love most about Warren. When it comes to school itself, I'll miss a lot of the teachers I've had. Otherwise, there isn't a whole lot that I think I'll miss too terribly. High school isn't really my favorite place in the world, and I think I'll thrive in college. I obviously haven't had the best high school experience and I'm excited for a change. Of course I'll miss some of my classmates but I really look forward to meeting new people in college.
Q: Tell me one question I should have asked, but didn't, and then answer it.
A: What advice do you have for anyone reading this?
Don't take anyone in your life for granted. Life is shorter than you think, so make the most of it. Laugh A LOT! Be kind. Don't ever give up.


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Paul Ryan is said to be influenced by Milton Friedman, Friedrich von Hayek and Ayn Rand. One might add that as the representative for Wisconsin's first congressional district, he is from a state that has often been in the vanguard of policy thinking. Read the rest of this entry »


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Test No. 1: Radio-immuno assay. Dr. Werner Baumgartner, Los Angeles. May 1996
The first test was conducted by Dr. Werner Baumgartner at Psychemedics Corporation, Los Angeles. The radio-immuno assay involved examination of 20 hairs to see if Beethoven received any opiate painkillers during the last months of his life. A negative result was obtained, indicating that these hairs did not contain any evidence to support ingestion of morphine or other forms of opiates (such as laudanum). Morphine has a long and historic use as a pain-killer, sedative, treatment for fever, and anti-diarrhea medicine in Europe. The Encyclopedia of Medical History notes that "Before 1870, European medicine regarded opium as a virtual panacea."
Beethoven received over 75 bottles of medicine and numerous medicinal powders from his physician Dr. Andreas Wawruch (1771-1842) while he was on his deathbed. According to Anton Schindler (Beethoven's secretary), Dr. Wawruch "ruined him [Beethoven] with too much medication" and Beethoven lost confidence in the doctor. There is no record of which medicines Wawruch prescribed for Beethoven. (See the standard biography of Beethoven, Thayer's Life of Beethoven, ed. Elliot Forbes, rev. ed., Princeton: Princeton Univ. Press, 1967, p. 1031.)


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