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Sarah Palin- Stealing the Lime-light from Romney
Original post made by Cindy Cross, Parkside, on Jun 2, 2011
The current race for president is a football game at half time with the score zero to zero. Both coaches are in the locker rooms trying to strategize and get their teams pumped for the third quarter.
The most recent strategy involved Sarah Palin and Donald Trump. The two republican hopefuls met for pizza on Tuesday in New York's Times Square. (Wouldn't you love to have been a fly on the wall for that conversation?!) I would bet a dollar that the two conspired to eclipse Mitt Romney's announcement today in New Hampshire that he's officially putting his name in the hat for president.
Palin threw an impromptu clam bake for Tea Party activists not far from Romney's gathering. "It's coincidental that we are in the same territory at the same time, but more power to Mitt as he mounts his campaign and best of luck to him," commented Palin. Can we put that down as just dumb luck for Palin? The media was clearly more interested in Palin's clam bake.
New Hampshire was certainly crowded today. Former New York City Mayor Rudy Giuliani was also there talking at a luncheon for Republicans in Mount Washington Valley, N.H. Giuliani is considering a second try for president. Giuliani is attempting to right the mistake he made of ignoring New Hampshire in 2008.
Both Palin and Giuliani pounced on Romney's health care plan. "The reality is that Obamacare and Romneycare are almost exactly the same. It's not very helpful trying to distinguish them. I would think the best way to handle it is to say, it was a terrible mistake and if I could do it over again, I wouldn't do it,'' said Giuliani.
Up next is the wait for other republican hopefuls to make 'official announcements.' Michelle Bachmann (Rep-Min) and Newt Gingrich are likely to make decisions soon—will Palin throw them under the bus too?
a resident of Amberwood/Wood Meadows
on Jun 3, 2011 at 8:15 am
Palin's only purpose in life, it seems, is to make money, and she does it because there are so many "conservatives" out there who blindly follow her (dumb and dumber?)
This "bid" for president is Palin's way to make more money, and it will ensure an Obama second term.
Too bad the tea party is made up of so many uneducated folks. Educated people would not support Palin, and the so called "conservatives" criticize everything but condone teen pregnancy (yeah, the Palin daughter is also making tons of money thanks to her idea of "abstinence")
a resident of Foothill Farms
on Jun 3, 2011 at 10:25 am
Palin heading any ticket would be fine with me. The question is which Republican candidate has the courage to eliminate medicare, social security, public education, public libraries, public roads and all the other government programs that cater to entitlement groups. All the Demonocrats are monsters and socialists and they mean to do you harm.
p.s. Don't Tread on ME!!!
a resident of Another Pleasanton neighborhood
on Jun 3, 2011 at 11:00 am
Sarah is so funny. Her supporters forget that she was for the government bank and auto company bailouts!! Some tea party candidate! Their love is blind. Here's some classic Palin for you.
Web Link
a resident of Del Prado
on Jun 3, 2011 at 12:18 pm
is whom I'm voting for.
He has been givin ample opportunity to be successfull and he has shown that he is not qualifed and lazy.
a resident of Another Pleasanton neighborhood
on Jun 3, 2011 at 12:42 pm
"public roads and all the other government programs that cater to entitlement groups."
If you want to get rid of entitlements, Palin is not the person. Remember that she lives in a state that has that oil fund and each year, every resident (regardless of how long you have lived in Alaska), receives a couple thousand dollars, regardless of income.
And when Palin was governor, on top of the 2K each resident received, she authorized an additional thousand just because.
She is against welfare, but each member of her family receives the "Alaska welfare"
She is conservative yet her teen daughter gave birth out of wedlock
She was for the "bridge to nowhere" until she decided to be against for political reasons
... the list goes on
She is a moron, it is that simple!
I do not like Obama and hope he is a one term president, but if it comes down to Obama vs. Palin, I will support Obama, or better said: vote AGAINST Palin
a resident of Another Pleasanton neighborhood
on Jun 3, 2011 at 12:48 pm
From the link posted above which has a video of Palin and the transcript of it:
"But ultimately what the bailout does is help those who are concerned about the healthcare reform that is needed to help shore up our economy um helping the… oh – its gotta be all about job creation too – shoring up our economy and putting it back on the right track. So healthcare reform and reducing taxes and reigning in spending has got to accompany tax reductions and tax relief for Americans and trade we've got to see trade as opportunity not as competitive um scary thing but one in five jobs being created in the trade sector today we we've got to look at that as more opportunity – all those things under the umbrella of job creation – this bailout is a part of that."
Wow, how can anyone support such a moron? She cannot seem to finish a thought before going on and on about the next thing that pops into her "mind"
She was FOR the bailout for sure, and now criticizing it.
a resident of Another Pleasanton neighborhood
on Jun 3, 2011 at 2:58 pm
Palin should pick Dan Quayle to run with. that would make an unforgettable pair...
a resident of Another Pleasanton neighborhood
on Jun 3, 2011 at 3:00 pm
"Palin should pick Dan Quayle to run with. that would make an unforgettable pair"
Yes, but Palin makes Quayle look like a genius.
a resident of Laguna Oaks
on Jun 3, 2011 at 3:33 pm
Palin sure keeps it interesting!
a resident of Foothill Farms
on Jun 3, 2011 at 5:22 pm
To "To Tea Party Fred"
Please don't try to blind me with the facts. I believe what I want to believe and am suspicious of scientist-types who try to put up facts as if they'd change my mind. Next you're going to say that Jesus Christ wasn't Jesus Christ or that dinosaurs really existed. Give me back my country dude!!!
a resident of Another Pleasanton neighborhood
on Jun 3, 2011 at 6:27 pm
I find it funny when the anti-Palin crowd starts foaming at the mouth and denigrating Tea Party members as uneducated.
I don't believe the guy currently in the White House, you know the one all those "educated" people elected, is doing anything close to a great job. Must be that Harvard education - hope and change - smoke and mirrors.
54,000 new jobs in the private sector for May, out of a population of 300 million people -- Wow, now that's effective leadership! Could Palin possibly do worse? I don't believe so.
a resident of Civic Square
on Jun 3, 2011 at 10:17 pm
I bet one can attempt to write the most ridiculous opinion on this site and it would still come across as serious compared to so many other contributors' offerings. Take Arroyo's comment,for instance. Is he trying to be serious? Or is he intentionally trying to be the most ridiculous poster on this thread? It's impossible to tell isn't it?
a resident of Another Pleasanton neighborhood
on Jun 4, 2011 at 7:46 am
"Could Palin possibly do worse? "
Ya betcha! (as Palin would say)
Here is an article of the kind of people who supported Palin in 2008. Sadly, those folks are still around and now call themselves the "tea party":
Web Link
Here is the video with the SNL skit (be patient, it starts slow and then the "crazy lady from McCain rally" appears) :
Web Link
Yeah, once Palin joined the McCain ticket, the smart folks quickly dropped their support and the Palin crowed joined the effort.
I personally voted for Obama not because I liked his ideas or believed in his promises but because having Palin et al anywhere near Washington was too scary! Before McCain announced Palin, I intended to vote for him because I just did not like Obama.
a resident of Another Pleasanton neighborhood
on Jun 4, 2011 at 1:19 pm
"Palin's only purpose in life, it seems, is to make money, and she does it because there are so many "conservatives" out there who blindly follow her (dumb and dumber?)"
And those "liberals" that blindly followed BHO were "smart and smarter"?
"Too bad the tea party is made up of so many uneducated folks."
Oh please Palin just wants to make money....enlighten me with your critical observations and conclusions so I can be smart and educated just like you. Maybe then you wont feel sorry for the Tea Party anymore.
a resident of Another Pleasanton neighborhood
on Jun 4, 2011 at 3:57 pm
To "just saying",
"And those "liberals" that blindly followed BHO were "smart and smarter"?
It was independents like me who really got Obama elected, and I'd be more than happy to help you fire him if you'll give me a real candidate to vote for. I'll vote for Romney, Huntsman, or Pawlenty. They all have plenty of flaws, but I'll take any of them over Obama. Nominate someone like Palin and expect a second term for Obama.
a resident of Another Pleasanton neighborhood
on Jun 4, 2011 at 4:30 pm
@ Always Amazed
You pondered somewhat and had a number of questions about what I was trying to say in my previous post -- you must be easily confused. I don't dislike Sarah Palin, but I do get a kick out of the hysterical tirades against her. I dislike the "community organizer" from Chicago that we currently have in the White House, because I believe him to be an inept leader when it comes to business, financial, and economic issues.
Please allow me make my position somewhat clearer for you. I believe Obama is more concerned about his desire to change America through completion of his personal social agenda, than he is about restoring the economy and getting the unemployed back to work. And, on that one issue, Sarah Palin just might be more successful than BHO at restoring the confidence of the private sector and reducing unemployment. It's obvious BHO and his minions have been on the wrong track for the past two years. Sarah Palin could not have done worse. Got it?
Thanks for listening.
(By the way, it was just revealed today that approximately 27,000 of the 54,000 increase in people hired by the private sector in May 2011, were reported to have been hired by McDonald's Corporation. Well, at least the hamburger business is booming.)
a resident of Foothill Farms
on Jun 5, 2011 at 2:00 am
I'm an independent who would have voted for McCain but the Obama people made me drink Carl Marx brand cool aid. Now I regret not voting for Palin and I've mailed in my complaint to tea party headquarters. We need to abolish medicare on the way to the road to posterity. Palin or Paulenty is my choice.
Regards, and thanks you for listening
a resident of Another Pleasanton neighborhood
on Jun 5, 2011 at 10:28 am
The crazier, the better. Keeps things interesting. Palin-Trump-Beck '12. Woo!
a resident of Happy Valley
on Jun 5, 2011 at 1:06 pm
I'm for Palin because she won't let the British take away our arms. Like Paul Revere said, "No taxation, never, no matter what, and you can't have my arms either."
a resident of Stoneridge
on Jun 5, 2011 at 1:13 pm
@arroyoyo, who says
"By the way, it was just revealed today that approximately 27,000 of the 54,000 increase in people hired by the private sector in May 2011, were reported to have been hired by McDonald's Corporation."
Well, that should be blissful news for you, no? I imagine at least one of those 27,000 jobs has your name on it! Start filling out those application forms.... And don't get discouraged.
a resident of Another Pleasanton neighborhood
on Jun 6, 2011 at 8:47 am
Nice try! So, what kind of a job do you think this administration has done in getting people back to work? I would love to hear your comments.
a resident of Downtown
on Jun 6, 2011 at 11:04 am
The Obama admin has done a whole lot more than the Bush admin in saving and promoting job growth. Unfortunate barriers placed by Repubs who want the jobs picture to remain bleak in order to elevate Repub prospects in 2012. What kind of a job does anyone think the banks have done in getting people back to work?
The same yahoos who decry govt intervention are the first to whine about Obama not intervening in the private sector forcefully enough.
Today's oxymoron: a Republican who claims he or she is interested in promoting job growth for middle-class Americans.
a resident of Foothill Farms
on Jun 6, 2011 at 11:13 am
We're broke -- not me, you suckers, as I'm pretty wealthy. But saying 'We're broke' has a nice ring to it and makes it sound like the wealthy are partaking of middle-class angst.
Here's my solution. Triple the tax cuts for the wealthy. Me and my cronies will take all that extra cash and hire people. Honest.
a resident of Stoneridge Orchards
on Jun 6, 2011 at 12:43 pm
The important thing is that we protect our right to bear arms. Only Sarah Palin sufficiently appreciates this point. This is what Paul Revere was yelling at the top of his lungs when he rode through New York: Beware British you're not taking our guns away! It's our right as protected under the second amendment as it was written in the Charlatan Heston Administration.
a resident of Foothill Farms
on Jun 6, 2011 at 6:27 pm
Gotta hand it to Sarah. She knows a Titanic when she sees one, and she isn't going to let the unsustainables take our taxes and guns away while the ship goes down in the turbulent China Sea awash in a tsunami of unpaid debt
a resident of Another Pleasanton neighborhood
on Jun 6, 2011 at 8:43 pm
I'm simply in awe at the intellectual firepower on this forum..!! Ugh. Let's just blame it on Bush for the next 10 years -- how about that?
a resident of Foothill Farms
on Jun 6, 2011 at 9:26 pm
Barack Hussien Obama has a personal social agenda that involves inviting the Chinese over to innundate us under a huge pile of debt. He's a former "community organizer" and "law school professor who turned down an offer of tenure at the University of Chicago", but who with any competence in anything would be offered tenure at that lousy school? Sarah Palin could do a better job. Currently she's showing the nation how to take a vacation; earlier she showed the nation how to act like a burning intellectual on a reality tv show; earlier yet she showed the nation how to quit a job as governor of a state with a population only slightly higher than that of an elitist NY high school -- because she wanted to save the nation; and before that she showed the nation how to wink at her audience and tell them that, while smack in the middle of an economic meltdown caused by unregulated wall street greed, we need less regulation of wall street. If that ain't intellectual fire power from the right, I don't know what is. Sounds like a purrrrfect Republican candidate to me. Good mother, too! Strong on family values -- just ask her kids. Compare her kids to Obama's. See what I mean?
Then we have the Marxist arroyo blaming it all on Bush. Figures. Is that 'in awe at' or 'in awe of' Marxist arroyo intellectual? With all that firepower under your hat, the best you could muster is two sentences, both ungrammatical, and one grunt? Thank you for listening.
a resident of Another Pleasanton neighborhood
on Jun 7, 2011 at 6:04 am
Now, that's better! Slightly over the top, but better.
a resident of Danbury Park
on Jun 8, 2011 at 10:01 am
I understand the longing people have for a new kind of leader.Someone that would put an end to all the same old bs in Washington.Really reform wall street and put an end to the lobbyist's who corrupt our system.Someone with real courage and common sense and real intellect who tells it like it really is instead of all the same old garbage back and forth.I believe that most of the Palin supporters want desperately to believe that she is that person.I wish she was.I wish someone was.We need someone truly great to lead us out of this.I had hope for Obama but he has disappointed me regardless of how difficult the problems he inherited.Palin is very good on camera and on a stage where has a script.She has no depth and no real knowledge and understanding of the very complex issues involved.She is a celebrity with the same basic knowledge of all the issues that most celebrities possess.Shallow....very shallow.Making her the leader of this country would be as irresponsible as giving a loaded gun to a child to play with.I am truly sick of all the media attention that is asted on her instead of issues that are important.She has wasted so much of our time for nothing except enriching herself.She has turned the media in terms of politics into the national enquirer.We all waste so much time and energy talking about her as I am now for what???She is such a waste of time and the most undeserving person of her level of fame in American history.REALLY.We are fascinated by her because she has risen to this level with no substance whatsoever so we love to argue about her because it is all so maddening.What is wrong with this country.If she was in any other major country in the world she would have been exposed as a lightweight no nothing and gone from the public eye.Only in America does someone like her exist and live in constant celebrity.Very sad for all of us...what we have become.Let 's all grow up and get serious before it is to late.
a resident of Happy Valley
on Jun 8, 2011 at 3:53 pm
So, um, hoops. What's your opinion of the Repubs who support her? Or the 40+ percent of Repubs who continue to believe Obama is a Muslim whose birth certificate is a fake?
I think you overestimate the role of intelligence in American Republican politics. Reagan was no intellectual; nor were either of the Bushies. You don't need to be an intellectual to be a Republican; all you need to do is know how to slam anything associated with Democratic progress and kowtow to the richies whose wealth is threatened by anything progressive. This means catering to the uneducated and racist dunces of the south and rural hicksvilles, and the 'fiscally responsible' rich-wannabees who wet themselves thinking of the possibility of being wealthier than they already are -- a rather pathetic lot, these. Sarah Palin is no better or worse than the entire crew of Pauls, Pawlentys, Romneys, Cains, Santorums, Bachmanns. Take your pick. Not an iota of difference among them: all competing for the lowest common denominator, with big-money backing.
a resident of Another Pleasanton neighborhood
on Jun 8, 2011 at 4:03 pm
The fact that Rush Limbaugh likes, and is promoting, Sarah Palin, says it all. They are both in it for the money, and they can get lots of cash thanks to the uneducated folks that think what they say is worth listening to!
Let's see: they don't believe in evolution, sex education, women's rights, global warming.... what a bunch of morons!
I guess Obama will be easily re-elected in 2012, with the likes of Bachman and Palin making a fool of themselves. 2008 was a great year for shows like SNL, fun stuff, at least we'll get some good laughs, but the bad thing is: we need someone else in the WH, Obama is not a good choice, but he will have to be the one we vote for, thanks to the republicans who insist on supporting Palin and people like that
a resident of Another Pleasanton neighborhood
on Jun 8, 2011 at 4:42 pm
Romney is currently leading Obama in the polls.
a resident of Another Pleasanton neighborhood
on Jun 8, 2011 at 10:11 pm
"all competing for the lowest common denominator, with big-money backing."
Obama had big money backing him too. He pretty much caved in to the demands of the Wall Street execs who got us in to this economic mess. The opportunity to fix things was there, and he squandered it.
"Romney is currently leading Obama in the polls."
Thank heavens for that.


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Mark Ruffalo can be both
I don't know if you know this, but the internet can be frustrating. No, but seriously. That whole expression 'this is why we can't have nice things' is always on my mind. When Beyoncé drops LEMONADE, there are people who, instead of appreciating it, say "Yeah but white women are disrespected too!", unable to see 'right, but this isn't about that'. Full Story
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Matt Bomer and Ryan Gosling are in New York promoting The Nice Guys. This is a post with photos of Matt Bomer. Full Story
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This is a post about two beautiful men. Actually one beautiful man and one straight up angel. Matt Bomer, the angel. Every time I see him, and I've seen him several times, it's shocking. SHOCKING how crazy stupid perfect he is. Full Story
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I don't care what you people (read: Lainey) say about Ryan Gosling and his "cute"—as long as he's making good movies, I'm into Ryan Gosling. Admittedly, the last few years have been a little rough. Gangster Squad was not good, Only God Forgives was unwatchable, and the only thing he did in 2014 was release his self-indulgent directorial debut, Lost River. Full Story
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The cast of Magic Mike XXL was in Miami yesterday promoting the movie. They surprised the audience at one of the screenings too, showing up for some bump and grind. As you can see, Channing Tatum, the big star, the main event, got his ass in on some action too. Full Story
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Phoenix Suns
Alvin Gentry baffled by the slow-starting Suns
The Suns sit at 4-5 on the season as they get ready to face the Lakers on Friday night. They've shown flashes of progress and talent with a relatively new cast of players, but the problem is those moments have typically come when they are facing a double-digit deficit.
Head coach Alvin Gentry isn't sure what the answer is to avoid the slow starts, but he knows something has to change.
"I don't really know, I think what we're going to have to do is fake the score on the scoreboard and put us down 15 right at the start and then see if that will work," Gentry said Thursday. "I don't have an answer. I really don't. It's a mystery to me."
In their most recent loss to the Chicago Bulls, the Suns trailed by 14 points heading into the fourth quarter but then outscored Chicago 31-17 in the final period.
"It just seems like it clicks in once we get down 15 points or so, then we just start playing and playing like we would like to be playing at the start of the game," said Gentry. "We just have to keep trying to figure out how we can avoid those double-digit deficits early in the game."
The Suns have now trailed by double digits in eight of nine games this season, including all five games at home. The starting lineup has remained the same with Goran Dragic, Marcin Gortat, Michael Beasley, Jared Dudley and Luis Scola, but according to Gentry that's something that could change in the near future.
"I think we have to look at that," said Gentry. "I mean obviously if this is something that's going to be a constant than we want to eliminate fighting double-digit leads. I just didn't want to make rash judgments nine games or eight games into the season."
Gentry also emphasized that finding the right chemistry and the right rotation will take some time with nine of the 14 guys on the roster new this season.
"I think we still have to try to develop some consistency, and I don't think jerking guys in-and-out of the lineup is the way to do it," said Gentry. "So, we just have to take a good hard look, but if it's something that continues than obviously we'll maybe have to consider making some changes in the lineup."
What those changes might be no one knows for sure, and Gentry isn't willing to show his hand, either. He did say that he likes the second unit with Shannon Brown, Sebastian Telfair and P.J. Tucker and the energy they bring.
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I'm wondering more or less what the point of this thread is? It could be my imagination but it sounds more like a commercial for Mercedes' S-Class than anything else. That doesn't mean I disrespect them. In many ways I believe they're very good cars. But like anything else they do have their pros and cons.
Eh-we got to comment on it so it did'nt go to waste did it Austin Cooper?
You gotta point there Hammatime. Mercedes' Maybach division might go to waste though. I just saw a rumor that Mercedes might ditch it.


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In this compact book, Steven Feuerstein, widely recognized as one of the world's leading experts on the Oracle PL/SQL language, distills his many years of programming, teaching, and writing about PL/SQL into a set of best practices-recommendations for developing successful applications. Covering the latest Oracle release, Oracle Database 11gR2, Feuerstein has rewritten this new edition in the style of his bestselling Oracle PL/SQL Programming. The text is organized in a problem/solution format, and chronicles the programming exploits of developers at a mythical company called My Flimsy Excuse, Inc., as they write code, make mistakes, and learn from those mistakes-and each other.
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Steven Feuerstein is considered one of the world's leading experts on the Oracle PL/SQL language. He is the author or coauthor of Oracle PL/SQL Programming, Oracle PL/SQL Best Practices, Oracle PL/SQL Programming: Guide to Oracle8i Features, Oracle PL/SQL Developer's Workbook, Oracle Built-in Packages, Advanced Oracle PL/SQL Programming with Packages, and several pocket reference books (all from O'Reilly & Associates). Steven is a Senior Technology Advisor with Quest Software, has been developing software since 1980, and worked for Oracle Corporation from 1987 to 1992.
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Oracle PL/SQL Best PracticesSteven FeuersteinO'Reilly _ 2nd Editionhttp://www.oreilly.com/catalog/9780596514105/index.htmlThis is a great reference for PL/SQL Programmers. The book covers most aspects of PL/SQL code from start to finish. The style used is somewhat narrative and even entertaining. The author lists several pitfalls in each chapter. The "pitfall story" talks about why programmers might write sub-optimal code in the first place, how to recognize the problem, what is the root cause of the problem, and how to fix the problem. Each example lists code with the issue in place and then the "patched" code after the best-practice has been implemented. Most of the example center around a database at the fictional company used to tell the stories, but the examples are forms of common issue found in most any Oracle database.The reference does not teach the SQL language itself outside the context of PL/SQL programming. It does cover how to write better SQL in some cases and gives advice on encapsulation of SQL, packaging SQL, and auto-generating SQL. Also, best practices for how to use SQL are covered.By following the guidelines, PL/SQL code would be easier to maintain and debug, especially for someone who did not write the code or for the developer who has not looked at the code in a while. Also, the "best practice" code had better security feature although the author does not cover security extensively. Some of the examples of "in-application" SQL would be vulnerable to SQL injection attacks and the recommendation by the author to encapsulate the SQL into procedures or packages mitigates this risk. The best-practice code runs more efficiently in most cases as well.Chapters generally cover:Overall best programming practicesStandardsTestingVariablesLoops and BranchesError HandlingEncapsulation of SQLFunctions and ProceduresPerformanceThis is an excellent reference for those who program PL/SQL.
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* Diana Shipping Inc announces time charter contracts for M/V Astarte with Glencore and M/V Erato with Phaethon
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WASHINGTON, Feb 6 The National Transportation Safety Board is "probably weeks away" from completing its probe into battery problems on the Boeing 787 Dreamliner, but will share its latest information on the jet on Thursday, agency head Deborah Hersman said.
Hersman, who is considered a top candidate to be the next U.S. transportation secretary, said the agency was doing an exhaustive examination of a lithium-ion battery that caught fire in one of the planes and led to the grounding of the Dreamliner.
"We're running through the macro level to the microscopic level on this battery," she told reporters at a Wednesday breakfast briefing. "We are going to have some information tomorrow, but I think we are probably weeks away from being able to tell people here's what exactly happened and what needs to change."
All 50 Dreamliners in service have been grounded since Jan. 16 while the NTSB, U.S. Federal Aviation Administration and other aviation regulators around the world investigate the battery failures. No root cause has been identified.
The NTSB is looking at both the possible causes of the fire and the FAA certification process for the Dreamliner.
Hersman said that at Thursday's briefing, "We will talk about special conditions that were put into effect at the time when the Dreamliner was certified."
Fire risk on planes has always been a major concern, especially given the amount of fuel they carry and the heat generated by jet engines. U.S. aviation standards require planes to have numerous on-board fire-suppression systems.
The FAA in 2007 granted the Dreamliner special conditions and said its contain-and-vent system was sufficient to control the build-up of explosive or toxic gases, except in situations considered "extremely remote."
That decision has come under scrutiny after the lithium-ion batteries in two 787 planes failed within days of each other, sparking a fire in one jet in Boston and generating warnings and an acrid smell that prompted the pilots of the second plane to make an emergency landing in Japan.
The NTSB is conducting the U.S. probe with help from Boeing, battery maker GS Yuasa Corp of Japan, the FAA and battery experts from other U.S. federal agencies. None of the agencies have identified what caused the battery failures on the 250-passenger airliner.
Boeing this week asked the FAA for permission to conduct new test flights of the 787, suggesting it is making progress in finding a solution to the battery problems, but the government agency has not yet announced a decision.
"In essence what happens when an aircraft is certified, it basically gets locked into the standards that are in existence at the time. So the question ... is whether or not as time goes on through the life of the aircraft, do they fly with new standards?" Hersman said.
Hersman declined to comment on a report that she was the White House's top choice to be the next transportation secretary, saying she was focused on her current job.
Asked what was the most worrisome thing the NTSB had uncovered so far in its investigation, Hersman referred back to a finding made public two weeks ago.
"There were short circuits in cells of the battery and there was thermal runaway in the battery, multiple cells where we saw uncontrolled chemical chain reactions," she said. "Those features are not what we expected to see in a brand new battery and a brand new airplane."
Hersman said the NTSB has been looking at the risks of lithium-ion batteries for some time and has recommended strategies to reduce potential hazards.
There will always be advances in technology, but the safety side of that is "to make sure you've done the right risk assessment, that you understand what the failure modes are and that you've mitigated any potential risks," she said.
"I would not want to categorically say that these batteries are not safe," Hersman said. "Any new technology, any new design, there are going to be some inherent risks. The important thing is to mitigate them."
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May 25 The S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite opened at record highs on Thursday after minutes of the Federal Reserve's latest meeting showed policymakers expected the economy to pick up momentum and that they would raise interest rates soon.
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text: Public employees' coalition responds to municipal health insurance plan The Legislature passed the new municipal health insurance law on July 11, and the governor signed it the following day. The MTA is a member of the Public Employees' Coalition on Municipal Health Insurance, a group that played an active role in shaping the final bill in order to protect core bargaining rights and benefits. A statement released by the coalition after the House of Representatives and Senate passed the new law appears below: Thanks to the historic shared sacrifice pledged by a coalition of public employee unions and retirees, Massachusetts cities and towns will save an estimated $100 million in health insurance costs under a plan approved today by the Legislature. Governor Deval Patrick has promised to sign the plan into law. These savings will be used to save jobs and protect public education, public safety and other vital local services across the Commonwealth. The agreement comes after the Public Employees' Coalition on Municipal Health Insurance first announced in March that teachers, firefighters, police officers and other city and town employees, along with public-sector retirees, would be willing to negotiate higher co-payments and deductibles in light of the fiscal crisis, provided that three core principles were addressed: Employees and retirees must have a meaningful voice in the process. The sickest employees and retirees must be protected from excessive out-of-pocket expenses. Retirees and survivors must be protected from sudden increases in health care costs. The coalition believes the final legislation respects those principles. Coalition members recognize that public- and private-sector employees, retirees and the recipients of public services have all been hurt by the recession, the fiscal crisis and the skyrocketing cost of health care, and we are willing to do our share to preserve jobs and programs in our communities. The coalition believes that now that we have eliminated this distraction from the public debate, we must all focus on the real crisis, which is the ever-spiraling cost of health care for all residents of Massachusetts, and the coalition stands ready to work with the Legislature and governor as we move forward to address this critical issue. Members of the Public Employees' Coalition on Municipal Health Insurance include: AFSCME – Council 93AFT Massachusetts International Union of Painters & Allied Trades District Council 35Massachusetts AFL-CIOMassachusetts Coalition of PoliceMassachusetts and Northern New England Laborers CouncilMassachusetts Municipal Police CoalitionMassachusetts Police AssociationMassachusetts Teachers AssociationProfessional Fire Fighters of MassachusettsRetired State, County and Municipal Employees AssociationSEIU – Local 888SEIU/NAGEUnited Steel Workers, AFL-CIO/CLC


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Cornell researchers have created a method that uses geospatial algorithms, foodborne pathogen ecology and Geographic Information System (GIS) tools to predict hot spots where these pathogens may be present and spread on farms prior to harvest. Many of the recent outbreaks of foodborne pathogens have been linked to contamination on the farm.
The method, which can be applied to any farm, uses classification tree tools with remotely sensed data, such as topography, soil type, weather trends, proximity to various sources (water, forests) and more, to predict areas where pathogens are likely to be present.
The research was funded by USDA.
Baltimore based firm Sickweather has claimed that members of the public tweeting and posting to Facebook about their illness allowed them to declare that flu had hit the U.S. on October 18th.
Even though the Centers for Disease Control warned that the outbreak was getting off to its earliest start on December 3rd, that was still six weeks after Sickweather.
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A severe flu strain has hit the US and is spreading to start the year 2013.
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Originating in 1905, Jeremy Isabelle was an old pornographer who was successful in the 40s, exploiting exotic women. He was also involved in a drug smuggling scandal in 1965. In 2000, his grandson, Jeremy Isabelle III, was born and was persuaded since birth to carry on the family business. Unfortunately, Isabelle died of brain cancer on February 3rd, 2003. Since then, his son and grandson have done very well at carrying on without him.
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Emmanuel Frimpong believes Arsenal should draw on a useful experience against Olympiacos, despite suffering defeat on the night.
A young Gunners side went down 3-1 in Athens, with Yossi Benayoun's excellent goal in the second half ultimately a mere consolation.
But Frimpong says there are positives to take from the game - namely Arsène Wenger being able to give a few fresh faces some match action.
"It was a great atmosphere and it was lovely to be involved," he told Arsenal Player.
"If the likes of me, Francis [Coquelin] and Alex [Oxlade-Chamberlain] can show we can play here, we can plan anywhere. I know we lost the game but we have to take positives from it.
"People that haven't been getting a lot of games this season have been getting them.
"It was a tough game," he added. "To be fair to Olympiacos I thought they played really well.
"We started off a bit slow, got into the game a bit but it was a bit too late before the half ended. We showed great character to get a goal back and it's a shame we conceded in the last minute."
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Someone recently asked me about pollinating his greenhouse and I got to thinking about bumblebees. I have heard that bumblebees are great for greenhouse duties, preferable to honeybees. I know nothing of them but find them interesting. How does one manage bumblebees for pollinating in a greenhouse? What sort of "hives"? Can they be moved around like honeybees? Is there a problem with greenhouse enclosures?
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"I killed the President because he was the enemy of the good people, the good working people. I am not sorry for my crime."
Oh Brother, Another Muslim Attack
Did I do that?
And why is it that we did not remember the Clinton years?????
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least he wont make mistakes like george bush!
Gammy, I think he has already made many horrible mistakes
Our first mistake was voting for anyone that big time media promoted. We should have voted for Ron Paul. But then what kid stands up and volunteers to take the medicine that he needs to cure his problems?
All I hear is I don't feel good about this, my tummy hurts when I look at my 401K statement, My company is having a lay off, I sure hope I aint on the list.
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CEH official textbooks
I did my training end last year and found the presentation of content pretty poor. When it came to describe tools, it looks as the ECC just copied the marketing material form the respective websites. Things like "THE BEST TOOL IN THE MARKET". Overall I felt that more than 60% of the text was just cut and paste from other sources.
I was dissapointed seeing all this as this reflects badly on ECC and intern the on the certifications they offer >:(


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Moscow, Russia, Thirsday, October 29 - After PlayTen joining The Bestway Galaxy, we are happy to share with you the freshest interplanetary news from the Precursors land.
Precursors, predecessors, the legend of galaxy… Who are carrying the forebear's genes among existing races, we can only suppose…
The worlds of galaxies are everlasting, beautiful, unique and dangerous. Some of them are inhabited, some are ruined and deserted, others are just smugglers' trans-shipment stations.
Some worlds are only beginning to evolve, others are falling into decay. Only when you have passed through all these worlds, sensed the heat of blazing lava-seas and the chilling cold of abysses, seen the stark heavens, will you realize the real power of nature. Only when you have met corrupt judges, mendacious politicians, unselfish protectors and cruel tyrants will you understand the passions of society. When you have reached unexplored sectors of the galaxy and come across mysterious natural phenomenon, have flown through the tail of a comet or dived into the casual portal, only then will you perceive the infinite depth and diversity of the universe.
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Soccer Player Jordan Davidson Featured in Daily Pilot Article for Success Beyond the Stats
The heart and mission of Vanguard University is to equip students to live a "Spirit-empowered life of Christ-centered leadership and service." The core of that mission begins with a life surrendered to Christ. Soccer star Jordan Davidson has made that first step while attending Vanguard University.
A two-year Golden State Athletic Conference (GSAC) Player of the Year and a first-team All-American, Davidson has made her mark on the field. After a successful soccer career, receiving a bachelor's degree and giving her life to Christ, Davidson will leave Vanguard University equipped for whatever her future holds.
In the Daily Pilot's article, writer Barry Faulkner captures Davidson's inspiring story of hard work and commitment that landed her at Vanguard University, which ultimately led her to Christ. "I became a Christian on Sept. 28, 2012 and I was baptized on Easter last year. It's crazy the changes I have seen in myself and the changes people have seen in me. I realized that soccer was not where my identity was anymore," Davidson said in her interview with the Daily Pilot.
Davidson transferred to Vanguard University from Paradise Valley Community College (PVCC) in Arizona. She scored 28 goals in her two seasons at PVCC and 29 goals in her two seasons at Vanguard. With the women's soccer team headed to nationals, Davidson may get to add another goal to that number.
The lady Lions will compete in the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) national championships on Dec. 2-7 in Orange Beach, Ala. To learn more about the NAIA national championships, click here.
To read the Daily Pilot's article, click here.


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Survey: Biz backs Snyder's immigration plan for Detroit
Gov. Rick Snyder's plan to promote legal immigration as an economic strategy for metro Detroit is supported by an overwhelming majority of businesspeople in Southeast Michigan.
A survey commissioned by Crain's Detroit Business and Honigman Miller Schwartz and Cohn LLP, and conducted by Lansing-based Epic-MRA Corp., found that 76 percent thought Snyder's plan was a good idea. Most saw it as a way to attract and retain skilled, smart and talented people. Respondents also cited creating good-paying jobs and improving the economy as reasons.
The random survey of 300 business owners, operators, officers or managers in Southeast Michigan was conducted April 22-28 to gauge reaction to immigration reform proposals and the economy. The survey has an error margin of plus or minus 5.7 percentage points.
"I was very encouraged to see there is significant support within businesses in the state to support legal immigration," said Carol Friend, partner and business immigration practice group leader at Honigman.
She said she thinks that's the case because people understand Detroit was built by motivated entrepreneurs, which immigrants often turn out to be.
"It's good to see there is a recognition we still need that in our city and our state," she said.
But it also may because a large number of metro Detroiters are close to their immigrant roots. Forty-seven percent of those surveyed said they, a parent or a grandparent were immigrants.
Solid support
The individual pieces of Snyder's immigration proposals aimed at attracting highly educated immigrants also received high marks with those polled.
One piece of his plan, which has been accomplished — federal approval of a state-sponsored EB-5 regional center — saw 79 percent support, with 12 percent opposing it. The center is focused on attracting wealthy immigrants who can receive a green card for themselves and their family if they invest $1 million, or $500,000 in a high-unemployment or rural area, in a business that creates at least 10 jobs here.
Snyder's plan to ask the federal government to designate one quarter of the 40,000 annual EB-2 visas for legal immigrants who are willing to live and work in Detroit for five years was supported by 76 percent of respondents, with 41 percent strongly supporting it. There were 17 percent that opposed it, with 11 percent strongly opposed.
There was also strong support for Snyder's call to change the federal immigration system so that foreign students who receive advanced degrees in state universities do not have to return to their country upon graduation. On this idea, 79 percent support Snyder's call, with 15 percent in opposition.
Friend said fixing this problem, which stems from an H1-B visa shortage, is one that will only continue to get worse if nothing is done.
There are 85,000 H1-B visas available each year nationwide, and this year, 172,500 petitions were filed. The recipients are selected through a random lottery system.
Honigman filed 67 petitions this year for clients across the country, and 45 were chosen in the lottery. Of the 22 not selected in the lottery, nine were those with master's degrees.
"These individuals already are working," she said. "Now those employers will have to either send the student back to school, or if it's an international firm, send the individual abroad to work at a subsidiary, or they have to terminate employment and send them home."
Robert O'Neill, CFO of Shelby Township-based Spec Technologies Inc., a manufacturer of fixtures and equipment for the automotive industry, said he also supports the calls for immigration reform, saying his company has had a difficult time finding high-tech workers.
O'Neill, who took part in the survey, said just because someone lives here doesn't mean he is entitled to a job.
"I think anybody who is willing to work hard for a living, they should have the opportunity," O'Neill said. "If immigrants want to come here and work hard, that is what started America and made us successful."
O'Neill said opening the state up to immigrants will lead to an improved economy, because that always occurs when you hire motivated people who want to better themselves.
Evan Mountain, owner of the Fred Astaire Dance Studio in Bloomfield Hills, said the complexity and limitations of the federal immigration laws are keeping him from being able to hire more dance instructors from Eastern Europe.
He would like to see the federal laws reformed, and indicated in the poll that he strongly supported Snyder's policies as well.
"It directly affects my business," he said.
He said he spends thousands of dollars and a lot of time working with his attorney trying to work within the system. He said it is difficult to find high-quality dance instructors in the region, and even across the U.S., while there are thousands in Eastern Europe that want to come to America, he said.
If he could, he said, he would hire four more teachers right now.
"I am limited on the number of employees I can have. I want to hire more, but I can't find them," he said. "My hands are tied. I could pay more taxes, if I could hire more teachers. It is so frustrating."
Another view
Not everyone is supportive of Snyder's plans.
Among the 15 percent polled who think it is a bad idea to attract more immigrants to Michigan, the overwhelming reason given was that we should be employing the people already here.
That was the sentiment expressed in the poll by Harvey Rabinowitz, president of West Bloomfield-based Media...Period, a media planning and buying service. "We should employ people who live here and train them and give them jobs," he said. "Having a grad student from India or from wherever taking the place of a grad student here ... I just don't buy into it. It's not logical to me."
Jody Kuhn, owner of Bingham Farms-based Kuhn & Associates, a small accounting firm, said she is supportive of immigration reform to a point, but said as much, if not more, emphasis needs to be placed on reforming the state's education system.
"Michigan is losing the war on educating our children," she said. "I don't see too many kids staying here after they graduate because there aren't jobs available."
In her profession, she said, it is easier if students coming out of college had the skills needed, but they don't, and training an immigrant not familiar with state and federal tax laws would take too long.
Kuhn said she doesn't have a serious problem with bringing in highly skilled immigrants, but not to the point that students in Michigan can't get into the medical schools here, even if they have the highest grades possible.
Snyder's immigration proposals are largely, if not exclusively, focused on attracting wealthy or highly skilled and educated immigrants, and respondents agreed that was the best course, with 49 percent agreeing.
There were 28 percent of respondents who felt that the state should also try to attract less wealthy and less educated immigrants, and 14 percent who said Michigan should not attract immigrants at all.
National action
On the national level, 85 percent said it was important that President Obama and Congress pass immigration reform, with 7 percent saying it was not important at all. There were 24 percent of respondents who deemed it essential.
When given some of the details of the plan, including attracting the best and brightest entrepreneurs from other countries and highly skilled immigrants and their spouses, the support declined to 67 percent, with 26 percent opposing it.
It declined slightly again among respondents when asked about another detail of the plan — accelerating the process of connecting the work in the labs of biomedical entrepreneurs developing commercial entities so they can enter their ideas into the marketplace faster. This time, 64 percent supported it, with 22 percent in opposition.
John Cavanagh, co-founder of EPIC-MRA, said the lessened support likely had more to do with the way people respond to such questions, rather than the merits of Obama's proposal.
"Things tend to get greater support until you get into the components," he said, while noting the converse is true for Obamacare. He said the president's health care law is perceived negatively overall, but many of its component parts have higher approval ratings.
Cavanagh said he wasn't sure what to expect from the results overall, given it was surveying a business audience rather than average voters.
"They take a somewhat less emotional view on immigration than the general public," he said.
Richard Smith, an assistant professor of social work at Wayne State University who also focuses on immigration, said he was not surprised by the results because business owners have to deal with the realities of not having enough qualified workers and the complexities of the immigration system every day.
"(They) see this is a barrier to doing business," he said.
Smith said Snyder's policies and having the governor going out and making the case publicly that Michigan is open and inviting to immigrants will make a difference.
"It's great if you have a welcoming state," Smith said. "That will have a positive impact."
Cavanagh said the fact that Snyder's immigration proposals received stronger support than Obama's, has to do with the president having a lower approval rating in this survey than Snyder, as well as the general negative attitude people have toward Washington right now.
"Immigration is a political issue nationwide, but it certainly doesn't wear the same clothes here," he said.
Chris Gautz: (517) 403-4403, email@example.com. Twitter: @chrisgautz


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What do the treaties say?
The right to freedom of expression and opinion can be found in nearly all human rights treaties. Of particularly significance are:
UDHR article 19
Everyone has the right to freedom of opinion and expression; this right includes freedom to hold opinions without interference and to seek, receive and impart information and ideas through any media and regardless of frontiers
ICCPR article 19
Everyone shall have the right to hold opinions without interference.
Everyone shall have the right to freedom of expression; this right shall include freedom to seek, receive and impart information and ideas of all kinds, regardless of frontiers, either orally, in writing or in print, in the form of art, or through any other media of his choice.
The exercise of the rights provided for in paragraph 2 of this article carries with it special duties and responsibilities. It may therefore be subject to certain restrictions, but these shall only be such as are provided by law and are necessary:
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Anchors Away: Bethlehem Library
BETHLEHEM, Pa. - For this Anchor's Away, Rob and Wendy volunteered at the Bethlehem Area Public Library. They learned there's a lot more to it than just putting books back on the shelves.
In the underground belly of Bethlehem's Public Library, you'll be better served by a credit card, than a library card..
"We have six book sales a year. Last year we raised over $72,000." says Lisa Holzinger of the Library.
In this haven for lovers of all things literary you can peruse the classics and earn your volunteer stripes at the same time!
Rob and Wendy's marching orders: sort, stack and make sure no gem goes undiscovered. But there's more than jut helping with the book sales...
"The books that come back in.. they re-shelve them....We have some that check the videos and the DVD's and the music." says Holzinger.
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Now that Christmas is out of the way, it's time to turn our attention to Valentine's Day. And if you're smart you'll be talking about getaway ideas to your One True Love now while they're lamenting being back in the office wearing shoes and socks again.
1. Waipoua Lodge - on the rugged Kauri Coast, just before you hit Waipoua Forest (home to Tane Mahuta and the Father of the Forest, Te Matua Ngahere, who is even older than Tane) is this 100-year old wooden homestead. Four chalets surround the main lodge and budding chefs can even book a fine dining cooking class.
2. Chateau Tongariro - at the foot of Mt Ruapehu in Tongariro National Park is this elegant old lady, perfect for a sumptuous getaway and for sporty types who fancy a bit of a walk. A lofty entrance, a sweeping staircase, the main lounge and library with huge windows looking onto Mt Ngauruhoe and a game of billiards under an ornate chandelier. This old girl should be on your list.
3. Cape Kidnappers Lodge - on a farm in Hawkes Bay, this is one of the grandest places in New Zealand. The main lodge is exquisitely decorated with rustic furniture and even boasts Demi Moore and Bruce Willis's leather couch! (Although that doesn't bode well for your romance).
The world class golf course is what attracts many, but I could have stayed in my chalet all weekend - only emerging to eat at the restaurant where gentlemen are required to wear a jacket.
4. The George Hotel - Christchurch is undergoing a boom in hospitality as new businesses open their doors to cater for the tourists who are coming back. This luxury hotel was unaffected overlooking Hagley Park, and with a fire place in some rooms and a spa bath, you'll have to make an effort to go see the newly rising city.
5. Sofitel Auckland Viaduct Harbour - having metamorphosed from the Westin into the Sofitel, a stay in the big smoke now has a French twist. The lobby is as beautiful as ever with views onto the water and Lava dining is a sensation. But the highlight is to open a bottle of French champagne with a sabre. Go to Sabrage Bar and do it like Napoleon did it to really impress your love.
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Virginia "Ginny" Steuber
Virginia "Ginny" Steuber, 97, of Crosslake, died Tuesday, May 7, 2013, at Golden Horizons in Crosslake, Minn. Services for Ginny were held on Saturday, May 11, 2013, at 11 a.m. at Mission of the Cross Lutheran Church in Crosslake. Visitation was Friday, May 10, 2013, from 4-7 p.m. at the Brenny Funeral Chapel in Crosslake and one hour prior to services at the church on Saturday. Interment was at Oak Knoll Cemetery in Princeton on Saturday, May 11, 2013, at 3:30 p.m.
Virginia was born July 26, 1915, in Princeton, Minn., to George and Caroline (Westblade) Weisbrod. Ginny graduated from Princeton High School in 1933 before receiving her Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Minnesota in 1946. She received her Master's Degree from Bemidji State University in 1974. Ginny drove the Red Cross Club Mobile throughout Europe during World War II, including the Battle Of The Bulge and the Forest of Aachen. Ginny was an elementary teacher at country schools at Pequot Lakes, Minn.; Austin, Minn.; and Des Moines, Iowa. Ginny also was a teacher for Robbinsdale School District No. 281 from 1957 until her retirement in 1983. She was an avid swimmer and cross-country skier. Ginny was an active member of AAUW.
Ginny will be sadly missed by her children, Betsy (Tony) Del Vecchio of Chadds Ford, Pa., George (Patricia) Steuber of Phenix City, Ala., and Carrie (Richard Rostad) Ruud of Breezy Point, Minn.; grandchildren, Brian, Sarah, Anthony, William, Jon, RJ Ruud and Adam Ruud; and 10 great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents, George and Caroline; husband of 66 years, William George Steuber; daughter, Virginia (Ginger) Steuber; sister, Lucille Oliver; and brothers, Charles, Louis, Robert and Frank Weisbrod.
Memorials are preferred to Mission of the Cross Lutheran Church in Crosslake.
Please visit www.brenny.com to leave a message of comfort and support for Ginny's family.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Brenny Funeral Chapel in Crosslake.


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text: I'm bringing back last year's elimination competition. If Cohen or Suguri won in 2006 Worlds instead of Meissner, how would they compare against other recent champions? I think this largely depends on how well they skate if they win. Sasha could probably skate a decent program (maybe two minor jump mistakes) and win the title. Fumie would've had to skate perfectly, perhaps. This is a large wild card factor, but anyway, here are my thoughts: If Fumie won the world title, I'd say she is around the level of Hughes, but below Ando, Kostner, and Butyrskaya. I would give Fumie the slight edge because of her longevity and ability to stay at the medal level for the long time. I don't imagine Sarah staying in medal contention even at top form, if she continued. The field in 2004 was too strong, then should have trouble with CoP. In addition, Fumie's best performances (2005 FCC) are better than Sarah's best performances, and IMO should be enough to win both the 2002 and 2006 Olympics. The judges may not agree, but I thought Pink Panther and Carmen were brilliant and skated with mastery at FCC. If Sasha won, I'd probably slate her in slightly after Chen, Arakawa, and Lipinski. As a skater, Sasha is as good as these three if not better, but she rarely put together two amazing programs. However, she has a strong medal count (a World title, Olympic medal, and two World silvers) and generally skates well (but makes one or two fatal mistakes, which is not the same as a meltdown). I'd have Sasha ahead of Kostner because Carolina was so inconsistent and her Worlds win was with very basic jump content; and Ando, because one of her World titles was won with fairly weak skating (2011) and she wasn't consistently competitive and without an Olympic medal. I would have Cohen and Butyrskaya at a roughly similar level. In conclusion: 1-4: Kwan, Kim, Slutskaya, Asada 5-7: Arakawa, Lipinski, Chen 8-9: Cohen, Butyrskaya 10: Ando 11: Kostner 12: Suguri 13: Hughes 14: Meissner


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A blonde goes ice fishing and sets all her stuff up and just as she begins to chop her a hole in the ice, she hears a voice from above say "there's no fish under the ice there"
She gathers up all her stuff and heads to the other side. Again when she starts to make her hole she hears the voice again " there's no fish under there"
She looks upward and asks, "Lord are you speaking to me?"
The voice replys, "NO it's me the skating rink manager"