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PERFECTLY LEGAL The Covert Campaign To Rig Our Tax System To Benefit the Super Rich -- And Cheat Everybody Else
The Covert Campaign
To Rig Our Tax System
To Benefit the Super Rich
-- And Cheat Everybody Else
By David Cay Johnston; Portfolio; 338 pp; $25.95
Once upon a time, Washington collected the taxes it needed to pay for the services it provided. Not anymore. Today, the feds gather $400 billion a year less than they spend. And pols have turned revenue bills into endless opportunities for the well-connected to dodge their obligation to support government programs.
In such an environment, David Cay Johnston has one of the best jobs in journalism. For seven years, he has supplied The New York Times with tales of tax scams and schemes. And thanks to President Bush, Congress, a toothless Internal Revenue Service, and a bevy of clever lawyers and accountants, Johnston has a bottomless supply of stories. It is the journalistic gift that keeps on giving.
In Perfectly Legal, Johnston collects some of his greatest hits from the Times and lays out in great detail how the tax laws have become a cesspool of special-interest benefits. But it isn't enough simply to expose these sweetheart deals. So Johnston spices up his book with analyses of how the rich are getting richer and blends in a heavy dose of populist outrage. The book's subtitle says it all: The Covert Campaign to Rig Our Tax System to Benefit the Super Rich -- and Cheat Everybody Else. In the end, the author brings together a wealth of information. But he never quite gets a handle on the politics of taxation.
Johnston's thesis is simple: The rich are different from you and me. We pay taxes; they often don't. And the less they pay, the more it eventually costs us. Here is Johnston on the recent round of tax cuts: "The Bush Administration knowingly chose to squeeze the middle class...to give unhindered tax relief to the people with the very highest incomes." And here he is on a business tax shelter: "Big corporations are shedding their tax burden and shifting it on to you." The rhetoric is hot but too simplistic.
Johnston is right that the tax code is utterly corrupt. When I started covering this stuff in the 1970s, a few special-interest breaks always got slipped into bigger tax bills. But now it's hard to find anything but such goodies. The energy bill that Congress is writing is promoted as a broad reform that will both free the U.S. from the need for foreign oil and prevent blackouts. In fact, it is little more than a tax gift for the producers of oil, coal, and gas. It's the same with efforts to fix the way the U.S. taxes multinational corporations. Reform is needed, but the legislation is becoming a feeding frenzy of tax giveaways.
Johnston does a wonderful job of burrowing into today's laws. Want to know how business execs get nearly free personal trips on their corporate jets? Johnston is your man. The trick is that while the executives are supposed to pay taxes on the value of those flights, the law lets companies artificially mark down their true cost. So the bill to fly from Los Angeles to New York on a plush corporate jet turns out to be a mere $260. Johnston has revealing chapters on how companies save billions in taxes by fleeing the U.S. for the Caribbean and on the abominable alternative minimum tax. That's the largely unknown levy that requires individuals to recalculate their tax liability without most deductions. Unless revised, it will wipe out the benefits of the Bush tax cuts for tens of millions of middle-class people.
But Johnston never quite nails the politics. Nor does he offer much of an alternative to the current system. Consider the estate tax that Congress has voted to repeal in 2010. This happened, Johnston asserts, after a K Street lobbying campaign and a clever move by GOP public-relations operatives to turn the benign "estate tax" into the ominous "death tax." And Johnston recounts how Bush repeatedly cited family farmers who had to sell their property to pay the onerous levy. The touching tale played to the myth of the yeoman farmer. There was just one problem: No one could ever find a single family that was forced to sell a farm to pay estate taxes under the law on the books pre-2001. It was the WMD of taxes.
There is something else going on here, however. It wasn't that Bush tricked voters into accepting the repeal: For years, polls have shown that 70% of Americans want to get rid of the estate tax, no matter what name it's called by and no matter that they have little likelihood of paying it themselves -- as only 2% of families are hit by the levy. Ordinary people don't care what others pay, but they'll oppose any tax that they imagine could ever hurt them.
The tax code needs a major dose of reform. And Johnston performs a useful service by describing some aspects of today's broken-down system. But for real change to take hold, it will take more than stories of fat-cat tax chiselers. Ordinary people will also have to see that a new, simpler tax code will mean a better deal for them. And so far, neither the pols nor the polemicists have come close to making that case.
By Howard Gleckman


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text: The Binghamton University Chamber Chorus will perform at 8 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 2, at Trinity Memorial Church, 44 Main St., Binghamton. The choral concert will include Gabriel Fauré's "Requiem", "Tantum ergo", "Ave verum Corpus" and "Cantique de Jean Racine". Binghamton University graduate student, Thom Baker, will conduct the concert, which will feature soloists Rachel Young, soprano, and Michael Celentano, baritone. This concert is sponsored by the Binghamton University Department of Music. The concert is free, but a good will offering will be accepted at the door. For more information, visit http:/music.binghamton.edu or become a fan on Facebook.


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One of them is a wild, gritty, scruffy-looking Filipino, who has been hailed as the best "pound-for-pound" fighter in the world. He is the first boxer to win titles in seven different weight classes and became famous for his thunderous left-hook that knocked Ricky Hatton not only unconscious at the time, but possibly out of boxing for life. He is a congressman in his native Phillipine Islands, started his own political party in the country called the People's Champ Movement, has released two studio albums, three singles and four music videos. He became a professional boxer as a 14-year-old to earn a living (he had been sleeping on the streets in the Philippine slums for years after running away from home when his father ate his dog amidst an argument).
The other is a flashy, cocky, showman who has given himself nicknames that include "Money," "Pretty Boy," and the "Pay Per View King." He has also been hailed as the best "pound-for-pound" fighter in the world. He is only the second fighter ever to go an entire round without being hit and won the highest-grossing boxing match of all time in a controversial bout with Oscar De La Hoya. He has starred in his own television shows on HBO to build attention for his fights, has appeared on the WWE, Dancing with the Stars, and, lately, has been seen in Forbes magazine more than in the ring.
And, at this point, Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao still haven't fought.
ESPN's Dan Rafael broke down the recent pacification of the boxing game in his blog, which goes deeper than just Pacquiao/Mayweather. But with two big names who seemingly refuse to fight, is the boxing game missing out on a big opportunity to be launched back into the mainstream sports scene?
Since the Great Depression, boxing has thrived off of rivalries and the anticipation over two big names ready to clash. From the Joe Louis/Max Schmeling fights filled with racist/Nazi undertones, to the Thrilla in Manilla pitting sworn enemies Muhammad Ali and Joe Frazier against each other, and even to boxing's first cannibalism when Mike Tyson shook up the sports world by chomping on Evander Holyfield's ear, history shows sports fans will tune in when there are two clashing personalities going at it.
But, with the spectacle that modern sports has become, Mayweather and Pacquiao have found every reason not to fight. First there was Mayweather's retirement, then demands for drug testing, and now, well, "no talks took place." Boxing fans aren't even getting an excuse out of either side this time. While representatives from either side continue to bicker over who is backing out this time, all we know for sure is that another supposed date for the two to meet has been cancelled.
At the same time, the younger markets continue to ignore boxing and tune into UFC. The past decade has seen the retirements of Evander Holyfield and Lennox Lewis, the depressing aging effects upon Oscar De La Hoya and the commercialization of Mike Tyson. Mayweather and Pacquiao have each had a couple of interesting fights (Mayweather/De La Hoya, Pacquiao/Hatton and Cotto), but mostly they've had to rely on their television, music and government news to get a mention on Sportscenter.
Meanwhile, Chuck Lidell, Randy Couture and Brock Lesnar are becoming household names.
So, with this week bringing the most recent in a two-year series of disappointments between Mayweather and Pacquiao, boxing seems to be missing out on an opportunity to pick itself up from its currently obscure status. Setting aside all of the negotiations, speculation, drug-allegations and general nonsense, an actual fight between these two might have the potential to break Mayweather's previous revenue record against De La Hoya. Come to think of it, maybe these two are marketing masterminds, setting up ridiculous allegations and creating years of anticipation for the day they finally do fight, in which people will tune in just to see what has been put off for so many years.
Either way, it's just embarrassing, and sports fans don't deserve it. If we are expected to view boxing as a legitimate sport, it can't have two alleged best "pound-for-pound" fighters in the world. As Cal Naughton Jr. said it: you can't have two number one's, that makes 11.
We need a champ. We need a reason to watch. In order for either one of those things to happen, they need to drop the microphones, pick up their gloves, and man up for their sport.
Tags: Boxing, Floyd Mayweather, Manny Pacquiao
Snoop Dogg is working on it. With his negotiation skills, the fight will happen in no time. (http://fighthype.com/pages/content7996.html)
did snoop dogg just tell someone else to get drugs out of their system (talking about the video wayne just posted up there)?
I agree with your thesis that boxing needs to get its act together and get these two guys into the ring. They have been losing ground since the 80´s.
UFC has the potential of being absolutely huge. Not only in the US, but also in Asia, South-America, Europe, almost anywhere in the world. They can, and I hope they will take boxings place as the number 1 "fighting sport" in the world.
The problem with it is that it does not seem to be getting the best fighters. Many analysts state that there are alot of figthers who could demolish the current UFC champions.
If UFC could get these guys, it would make it much more marketable.
Manny Pacquiao is not even a good fighter. I would love to see him square against Ludvig Borga.
Just Congressman against Congressman.
UFC Is going the way of WWF. They're all good fighters for sure; but it's becoming more and more about the spectacle. Not the fighter, not the sport. Ali, Frazier, Foreman, De la Hoya, Tyson ect. are all still household names.
UFC is only concerned about the next fights ticket sales. It has the potential to be bigger, but there are plenty of other MMA leagues all over the world.
Boxing is a sport, UFC is people fighting. Boxing was never about who was the best "fighter". It was about who was the best boxer. It was about their personalities and the game.
Pacquiao and Mayweather are missing out big and disrespecting their sport. Marketing aside, they both need to remember why the put the gloves on in the first place.
The best comment in this article was If we are expected to view boxing as a legitimate sport, it can't have two alleged best "pound-for-pound" fighters in the world".
That's the truth, nobody would give a crap about football if every year the superbowl ended in a tie. There are too many "world title" belts to win, and too much speculation.
First of all, I don't think Kickass knows what the hell he's talking about. He must be from some Scandanavian country that knows nothing about fighting. I truly believe this fight will eventually happen, and Pacquiao will show that he truly is the best pound for pound fighter.
Could well be fight of the year, so far Pacquiao has shown he has never been afraid to stand toe to toe with every fighter he has faced.
Could he do this with a man of Margaritto stature.
That alone will be something to behold, small 5'6 guy fighting a 5'11 guy outweighing him by over a stone but the little guy is not just out boxing him he overpowering him, standing there and trading and making Marg take the backward steps and folding under the pressure.
Pacquiao is too goo for his own good, if Juan Diaz said he was going to take on Margaritto people would say it was a mammoth task and Diaz could well take a beating. This is the same Diaz who the same people say Pacquiao ducked.
This is going to be Pacquiao toughest fight and the Pacquiao vs Margarito could be FOTY


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Mabel Browning Woodard
Loved By Everyone
WAYNESVILLE — Mabel Browning Woodard, 90, of Waynesville, went to be with the Lord Wednesday, July 9, 2014. She was born Jan. 5, 1924, to the late Edgar David and Mary Belle Buchanan Browning. For many years, Mabel worked as a self-employed seamstress and bookkeeper. She was a devoted mother, "Mom-Mom," and wife. She also attended Maple Grove United Methodist Church.
In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, W.A. Woodard; daughter, Alice Marie Clement; siblings, Lyda Browning Woodard, Denton Browning, Leo Browning, Melita Browning Underwood, Ruth Browning and Buddy Browning.
Survivors include daughter, Eileen Leatherwood and her husband, Terry; son, Buck Woodard; son-in-law, David Clement and wife, Carol; daughter-in-law, Dori Woodard; granddaughters, Madison and Teal Woodard; sister, Fannie Browning Burnette and her husband, Blanton; and several nieces and nephews.
A celebration of her life will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, July 12, at Maple Grove United Methodist Church with the Rev. Kitty Crain officiating. Following the services, the family will gather in the fellowship hall at the church.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in memory of Mabel and her daughter, Alice, to the Haywood County Schools Foundation, 1230 N Main St, Waynesville, NC 28786.
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text: Reuben Prendergast Unknown date of birth - Died 25 May 1941 PDF Key details Service number14823 AWMM Also known as ForceArmy AWMM Last rankPrivate AWMM20 Infantry Battalion AWMM WarWorld War II, 1939-1945 AWMM Enquire Lay a poppy Portrait from The Weekly News; 6 August 1941 - This image ma … Read more View gallery Hide sources Show empty fields Identity About Contribute › Title ForenamesReuben AWMM SurnamePrendergast AWMM Ingoa Also known as Service number14823 AWMM GenderMale AWMM Iwi Hapū Waka Rohe Religion Images and documents Images Contribute › Documents Contribute › Civilian life About birth Contribute › Date of birth Place of birth Birth notes Occupation before enlistmentWW2 Labourer AWMM Post war occupation Address before enlistmentUnknown C/o C. Ceow, Horotiu, Hamilton, New Zealand AWMM Next of kin on embarkationMrs I.M. Prendergast (mother), Te Pahu, Frankton, New Zealand AWMM Relationship statusUnknown Single AWMM Service Wars and conflicts Contribute › WarWorld War II, 1939-1945 AWMM Campaigns ForceArmy AWMM Service number14823 AWMM Military service Promotions/ Postings/ Transfers Miilitary decorations Contribute › Medals and Awards Training and Enlistment Contribute › Military training EnlistmentWW2 Hamilton, Waikato, New Zealand AWMM Age on enlistment Embarkations Contribute › Embarkation detailsWW2 Private AWMMInfantry Reinforcements AWMMSecond New Zealand Expeditionary Force AWMM Prisoner of war Contribute › Capture details Days interned Liberation date POW liberation details POW serial number Medical history Contribute › Medical notesKilled in Action, Cause of Death AWMM Last known rank Contribute › Last rankPrivate AWMM20 Infantry Battalion AWMM Biographical information Biographical information Contribute › Reuben Prendergast was the son of John Augustine and Ivy Margaret Prendergast, of Te Pahu, Auckland, New Zealand. AWMM Death About death Contribute › Age at death21 AWMM Date of death25 May 1941 AWMM Cause of deathKilled in Action AWMM Place of deathCrete, Greece AWMM Death notesCrete AWMM Cemetery nameSuda Bay War Cemetery, Crete, Greece AWMM Grave reference2. A. 15. AWMM Memorial name Memorial reference Obituary Roll of Honour Remember Reuben Prendergast by laying a poppy. Peter Prendergast Pierce Prendergast Reuben Prendergast Stephen Anthony Prendergast Terence John Prendergast Lay a poppy for 2017 Leave a note Leave a tribute or memory of Reuben Prendergast Leave a note Contribute › Processing Sources Sources Contribute › External linksCommonwealth War Graves Commission.http://www.cwgc.orgSources UsedPringle, D., Glue, W. (1957). 20 Battalion and Armoured Regiment. Wellington: Dept. of Internal Affairs, War History Branch. Digital copyhttp://www.nzetc.org/tm/scholarly/tei-WH2-20Ba.htmlSources Used DocumentsSecond New Zealand Expeditionary Force. (1941). Nominal Roll Second New Zealand Expeditionary Force No. 3 (Embarkations from 1st July, 1940 to 31st March, 1941). Wellington, N.Z.: Govt. Printer. AWMMWW2 3: WW2 386 AWMM


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Arsenal.com's Nick Teale uses the Bettorlogic form lab to assess this week's Premier League clash.
When Stoke travel to Emirates Stadium on Saturday they will be coming in search of their first away Premier League win against a 'big four' side.
The Potters have just one point from five such games wince winning promotion from the Championship at the end of the 2007/08 season.
Tony Pulis' side have conceded 15 goals in those games and have scored just twice.
Arsenal will be looking to get back to winning ways with victory on Saturday and Gunners fans can take heart from the fact that their team has only lost five per cent of games at home to sides coming into the game in the Premier League's middle third since the start of the 2004/05 season.
Arsène Wenger's side have won 78 per cent of those fixtures, scoring an average if 2.3 goals per game in the process.
And Arsenal perform even better with captain Cesc Fabregas in the team at home to middle-third teams. Of the 30 games he has played since August 2004, Arsenal have won 26 and lost just one.
In those games 30 Arsenal have scored 80 goals and conceded just 19 strikes. The Gunners have dropped just nine points from the 90 available in those fixtures, an impress record.
You have to go back over 28 years to find Stoke's last victory away at Arsenal. They won 1-0 at Highbury on the opening day of the 1981/82 season.
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Tuition Fees
- Qualifying Conditions
- Who can Claim?
- Lists of Approved Colleges and Courses
- Relief Due
- How do I claim the relief?
Qualifying Conditions
Full qualifying conditions and details of the tax relief due, along with the maximum limit and disregarded amounts, are available in Leaflet IT31 - Tax Relief for Tuition Fees in respect of Third Level Education.
For information on tax relief for fees paid for certain training courses in Foreign Languages and Information Technology, refer to Leaflet IT31A.
Who can Claim?
You can claim tax relief on fees paid for approved Third Level, Foreign Languages and Informational Technology courses in respect of any person as long as you have paid the qualifying fees, which include:
- Tuition fees
- Student contribution (post 2011).
Income tax relief is not due on:
- administration fees, examination fees, or registration fees,
- any part of the fees that are covered by grants, scholarships, an employer or otherwise.
Lists of Approved Colleges and Courses
Annual lists of approved Third Level colleges, undergraduate and postgraduate courses in the State are supplied to Revenue by the Department of Education and Skills.
Courses that do not appear on this list may still qualify for relief.
Refer to Section 473A - Relief for fees paid for Third Level education, for full qualifying conditions.
Relief Due
Third Level Education
Relief is granted per student, per course, per academic year and is allowed at the standard rate of income tax.
Foreign Language and Information Technology Courses:
Relief, up to the maximum limit allowed is granted once the minimum amount is paid (see Leaflet IT31A ), and is allowed at the standard rate of tax.
Refer to Leaflet IT1 – Tax Credits, Allowances and Reliefs for the current rates of income tax.
How do I claim the relief?
To claim the relief, complete the relevant claim form and forward it to your Revenue office, the address of which can be found in our Contact Locator.
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text: LaminectomyWhat is a laminectomy?Back pain that interferes with normal daily activities may require surgery for treatment. Laminectomy is a type of surgery in which a surgeon removes part or all of the vertebral bone (lamina). This helps relieve compression of the spinal cord or the nerve roots that may be caused by injury, herniated disk, spinal stenosis (narrowing of the canal), or tumors. A laminectomy is considered only after medical treatments have proven to be ineffective.Why might I need a laminectomy?Low back pain can range from mild, dull, annoying pain, to persistent, severe, and disabling pain. Pain in the lower back can restrict your ability to move and function. Laminectomy may be done to relieve pressure on the spinal nerves, treat a disk problem, or remove a tumor from the spine.One common reason for having a laminectomy is a herniated disk in the spine.A disk may be displaced or damaged because of injury or wear and tear. When the disk presses on the spinal nerves, this causes pain, and sometimes numbness or weakness. The numbness or weakness will be felt in the body part where the nerve is involved, often the arms or legs. The most common symptom of a herniated disk is sciatica (generally, a sharp, shooting pain along the sciatic nerve, extending from the buttocks to the thigh and down the back of the leg).If medical treatments are no longer effective, back surgery may be an option. Some medical treatments for back pain may include:Activity modificationMedication, such as muscle relaxants, anti-inflammatory drugs, and pain relieversSpinal injectionsPhysical rehabilitation and/or therapyOccupational therapyWeight loss (if overweight)Smoking cessationAssistive devices, such as mechanical back supportsLaminectomy is usually done for back pain that continues after medical treatment, or when the back pain is accompanied by symptoms of nerve damage, such as numbness or weakness in the legs.There may be other reasons for your healthcare provider to recommend a laminectomy.What are the risks of a laminectomy? As with any surgical procedure, complications can occur. Some possible complications may include:BleedingInfectionBlood clots in the legs or lungsSpinal cord injuryRisks associated with the use of general anesthesiaNerve or blood vessels in the area of surgery may be injured, resulting in weakness or numbness. The pain may not be relieved by the surgery or may become worse, although this is rare.There may be other risks depending upon your specific medical condition. Be sure to discuss any concerns with your healthcare provider prior to the surgery.How do I get ready for a laminectomy? Your healthcare provider will explain the procedure to you and offer you the chance to ask any questions that you might have about the procedure.You will be asked to sign a consent form that gives your permission to do the procedure. Read the form carefully and ask questions if something is not clear.In addition to a complete medical history, your healthcare provider may perform a complete physical exam to ensure you are in good health before undergoing the procedure. You may undergo blood tests or other diagnostic tests.Tell your healthcare provider if you are sensitive to or are allergic to any medications, latex, tape, and anesthetic agents (local and general).Tell your healthcare provider of all medications (prescribed and over-the-counter) and herbal supplements that you are taking.Tell your healthcare provider if you have a history of bleeding disorders or if you are taking any anticoagulant (blood-thinning) medications, aspirin, or other medications that affect blood clotting. It may be necessary for you to stop these medications prior to the procedure.If you are pregnant or suspect that you are pregnant, you should notify your healthcare provider.You will be asked to fast for eight hours before the procedure, generally after midnight.You may receive a sedative before the procedure to help you relax.You may meet with a physical therapist before your surgery to discuss rehabilitation.Since certain activities may be restricted following your surgery, you will need to arrange for someone to help you for a few days with the household activities and driving.Based upon your medical condition, your healthcare provider may request other specific preparation.What happens during a laminectomy?A laminectomy usually requires a stay in a hospital. Procedures may vary depending on your condition and your doctor's practices.A laminectomy may be done while you are asleep under general anesthesia, or while you are awake under spinal anesthesia. If spinal anesthesia is used, you will have no feeling from your waist down. Newer techniques are being developed that may allow a laminectomy to be done under local anesthesia on an outpatient basis. Your doctor will discuss this with you in advance.Generally, a laminectomy follows this process:You will be asked to remove clothing and will be given a gown to wear.An intravenous (IV) line may be started in your arm or hand.Once you are under anesthesia, a urinary drainage catheter may be inserted.If the surgical site is covered with excessive hair, the hair may be clipped off.You will be positioned either on your side or abdomen on the operating table.The anesthesiologist will continuously monitor your heart rate, blood pressure, breathing, and blood oxygen level during the surgery.The skin over the surgical site will be cleansed with an antiseptic solution.The surgeon will make an incision over the selected vertebra.The surgeon will spread the back muscles apart.The lamina (bony arch of the posterior part of the vertebra) is removed to relieve the pressure on the nerves in the area. This may involve removing bone spurs or growths, or removing all or part of a disk.In some cases, spinal fusion may be performed at the same time. During a spinal fusion, the surgeon will connect two or more bones in the back to help stabilize the spine.The incision will be closed with stitches or surgical staples.A sterile bandage/dressing will be applied.What happens after a laminectomy?In the hospitalAfter the surgery you will be taken to the recovery room for observation. Once your blood pressure, pulse, and breathing are stable and you are alert, you will be taken to your hospital room. Laminectomy usually requires a hospital stay of one or more days.You will most likely begin getting out of bed and walking the evening of your surgery. Your pain will be controlled with medication so that you can participate in the exercise. You may be given an exercise plan to follow both in the hospital and after discharge.At homeOnce you are at home, it is important to keep the surgical incision area clean and dry. Your healthcare provider will give you specific bathing instructions. The surgical staples or stitches are removed during a follow-up office visit.Take a pain reliever for soreness as recommended by your healthcare provider. Aspirin or certain other pain medications may increase the chance of bleeding. Be sure to take only recommended medications.Notify your healthcare provider to report any of the following:FeverRedness, swelling, bleeding, or other drainage from the incision siteIncreased pain around the incision siteNumbness in your legs, back, or buttocksDifficulty urinating or loss of control of your bladder or bowelYou should not drive until your healthcare provider tells you to. You should avoid bending over to pick up objects or arching your back. 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AUSTIN, Texas, March 29 -- Following is the transcript of the news conference President Johnson held yesterday, at the LBJ ranch near here, after he had read an opening statement about the Alaskan earthquake and had announced some appointments to Federal positions:
March 30, 1964
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Where bodies are drawn into grass
That feeds no flocks, and into evergreens
That bear no fruit --
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I. Barr the "anti-libertarian"
When Bob Barr announced his candidacy for the Libertarian presidential nomination on May 12, I wondered how long it would take for the "A" word to come out. By my best reckoning, it took exactly one week.
The first mention of it I read was from it was Susan Hogarth of the Radical Caucus (and in the running for a National Committee slot at the convention), who on May 19 released an Open Letter criticizing Barr's "antilibertarian congressional record and disinclination to fully repudiate it". Since then, many other voices have joined in to form a mighty crescendo; the libertarian portion of the web has been dominated with talk of Barr's "antilibertarian" record.
There is some substance to the charge, but far less than appears on the surface. Unfortunately, what is on the surface has been largely accepted uncritically; I fear that even Barr boosters now accept the line that Barr's entire record in Congress was one of attacking and suppressing liberty.
This article, and its companion, is a small attempt to set the record straight. Due to time constraints (the Denver convention starts tomorrow) it is written in a hurry; much of it could benefit from a few days' revision and better documentation. Rest assured, though, that I have researched the subject, and will be happy to pursue the subject at length at leisure if there is interest.
So, on to the first part: to examine the evidence for Barr's "anti-libertarianism" and seek clarity on what the radicals in the Libertarian Party like Ms Hogarth are now asking him to "repudiate". In order, with the most serious charge first:
Barr was a drug warrior
That is the most substantive charge, and the one that definitely distinguishes Barr from, for example, Ron Paul. Now, we are told, Barr has changed his mind. But on what? Not on drugs, for sure; he has not suddenly become an advocate of drug use. What he has changed his mind on, since 9/11, is the federal war on drugs. He now sees greater danger in giving the federal government the power to fight the drug war, than he does in ending the war.
That is not my position by any means — I see little danger from ending the drug war — but I can live with it. I recognize that a great many Americans have a phobia about drugs, and that traditional libertarian arguments have done nothing to sway them. Barr's advantage is that he can speak those voters' language; he may be able to recruit voters that would otherwise pay no attention, and enroll them in ending the federal Drug War. In that regard, his past record is a plus.
Barr voted for the PATRIOT Act
Many radical libertarians will tell you that Barr voted for the USA PATRIOT Act. What they will not tell you is that Barr initially opposed that Act, and took the lead in building the coalition that fought it. So why did he vote in favor? As part of a deal, in which he received two things: first, assurances that the Act would be used only in terrorism cases; and second, amendments under which the most onerous provisions of the Act would expire in four years unless re-authorized.
Sure, the assurances turned out to be bogus, and the Act has been re-authorized for another five years. But what would have been the better alternative? To have voted no, and had the Act pass with no such assurances, and no sunset? That may have made him feel good inside, but what else would it have accomplished?
Barr voted to use force in Iraq
The Iraq war was sold by lies: Lies not just about what Saddam Hussein planned to do, but about what George Bush was up to. The Iraq war was sold as a military operation to take out Hussein, declare "Mission Accomplished," and go home. Occupying Iraq, much less the neocon nation building going on there right now, were things Congress never authorized. Nor did Barr vote for either occupation or nation building; he has always opposed nation building, as does Ron Paul (and as did George Bush, on the surface, at the time).
Barr was anti-immigrant
On V-Dare.com, Marcus Epstein summarized Barr's immigration record quite nicely: "A look at his Numbers USA grades, shows only a few weak spots in supporting guest worker programs for nurses and agricultural workers. Even in this area, he cosponsored legislation to halve H-1B visas. In every other area, he took the lead in promoting sensible immigration policies. Barr co-sponsored legislation to end birthright citizenship, eliminate chain migration, and cut legal immigration to 300,000 people a year. On enforcement, Barr voted repeatedly to put troops on the border, signed a letter opposing Bush's amnesty when it was first proposed in 2001 and fought against 245(i) and other mini-amnesties."
Except for the proposals to cut legal immigration and put troops on the border, this could all have come from Ron Paul's 2008 platform. And Paul did support putting troops on the border (to replace the Border Patrol, which he wanted to abolish) at the time as well.
Barr was a homophobic bigot
Some of the strongest opposition to Barr comes from the sizeable gay bloc in the Libertarian Party, due to his authorship of the Defense of Marriage Act. Here is how Ron Paul described that Act in a Sept. 30, 2004 speech to the House:
If I were in Congress in 1996, I would have voted for the Defense of Marriage Act, which used Congress's constitutional authority to define what official state documents other states have to recognize under the Full Faith and Credit Clause, to ensure that no state would be forced to recognize a "same sex" marriage license issued in another state. This Congress, I was an original cosponsor of the Marriage Protection Act, HR 3313, that removes challenges to the Defense of Marriage Act from federal courts' jurisdiction.
But, Ms Hogarth asks, what about the other part of the Act, which defined marriage for federal purposes as the union of a man and a woman? Well, as Paul points out in the same speech, "government did not create the institution of marriage…. Government regulation of marriage is based on state recognition of the practices and customs formulated by private individuals interacting in civil society." Within those customs and practices, marriage has always been defined as a man/woman union. Bob Barr did not make it up, nor did the federal government impose it. What DoMA did was recognize that traditional definition, and protect it from a redefinition by any future Supreme Court (which would have been an imposed one).
Of course, Paul also opposes a Federal Marriage Amendment (FMA) enshrining that definition in the constitution. Here is his take on that from the same speech: "I agree with the assessment of former Congressman Bob Barr, who authored the Defense of Marriage Act: "The very fact that the FMA was introduced said that conservatives believed it was okay to amend the Constitution to take power from the states and give it to Washington." Yes, "Bigot" Bob Barr also opposed the FMA. But you will not hear that from the gay Barr-bashers.
Barr was against freedom of religion
The evidence for this is a May, 1999, press release titled, "Barr Demands End to Taxpayer-Funded Witchcraft on American Military Bases," which I have not read, which Barr purportedly wrote after watching an episode of The O'Reilly Factor which I have not seen. Nor do I think that it deserves any serious investigation; the suggestion that a press release violates the First Amendment (which is how the story was treated) does not deserve to be taken seriously. The First Amendment applies to legislation; I have seen no evidence that Barr ever proposed any.
Barr was a racist
The single piece of evidence for this is that, in 1998, Barr addressed a meeting of the Council of Concerned Citizens, a group exposed (originally by the Southern Poverty Law Center) as a "neoconfederate" organisation. Really? What did he say? No quotes have been provided. One would expect some damning racist quotes to have been produced, if there were any. As for the SPLC expose of the group: I have read it, and it sounds very much like the similar SPLC expose of the Ludwig von Mises Institute. IOW, race-baiting pure and simple; something that all Ron Paul supporters are familiar with, thanks to Jamie Kirchick's efforts last January, and something I certainly hope that Libertarians (who have too often been the targets of such attacks) will refuse to condone.
Barr was a Republican
That is undeniably true: Barr ran, and served as a Republican. Does that make him an "anti-libertarian"? For some, yes. For example, George Phillies, who explained his position in 2007, telling one newspaper that ""Ron Paul is a Republican. Ron Paul is lending credence to a party that is anti-libertarian".
Would all radical libertarians who are now using the same line against Barr also apply it consistently to Paul (the 1988 Libertarian nominee for President)? Or Roger MacBride ( the 1976 nominee)?
As importantly, would they say the same thing about any Republicans who, as a result of the Ron Paul rEVOLution, would join them today? Would they welcome those people as new libertarians, or bar the door to them? Which is more important to them: growing the Libertarian Party by welcoming new blood, or keeping that blood supply "pure" by keeping new members out?
Oh, but Barr (through his PAC) still gives money to Republicans. Yes, he does. Is there any American involved with the Ron Paul rEVOLution who has not given money to a Republican candidate this year?
In summary (and again I have to mention that this has been after a hasty, cursory examination), the evidence of Barr's "anti-libertarianism" rests on one solid charge (his Drug Warrior past), two misrepresented events (his votes for the Iraq invasion and the PATRIOT Act), one overblown affair (his press release on Wicca), one smear (his CCC speech), and a few issues (DoMA, immigration, and the GOP) on which his positions seem little different from those of Ron Paul.
Which again raises the question in the last section. The Libertarian Party stands well positioned to capitalize on the success of the Ron Paul rEVOLution this year. It is possible for them to take the vanguard of the rEVOLution, and leap into a new position of respectability this year. On the other hand, it is possible for them to keep apart, and stay small and insignificant.
To his credit, Mr. Phillies is completely consistent: He opts for purity and the tiny tent. Many of the Barr-bashers, though, want it both ways. They dream of commanding the rEVOLution and pushing it to a new level. At the same time, they want nothing to do with the rEVOLution's actual positions. Because, let us make clear, most of these positions they are criticizing are also those of Paul and the rEVOLution.
The proposition that such radical libertarians offer the rEVOLution is: Come and work for us, give us money, and vote for us. But shut up and let us do the talking. That is certainly an offer that the rEVOLution can, and will, refuse.
Susan Hogarth, "Open Letter to Bob Barr: Some Questions," May 19, 2008.
Patriot Act, Iraq War: "Bob Barr: Why I Want to be President," Reason TV, Apr. 29, 2008.
DoMA: Ron Paul,"Cultural Conservatives Lose if Gay Marriage is Federalized," U.S. House of Representatives, Sept. 30, 2004.
Wicca: "The "Burning Times Award" given to U.S. Rep. Bob Barr of Georgia," Religious Tolerance, May 20, 1999. http://www.religioustolerance.org/burn_aw2.htm
GOP: "'Dr. No' may say yes to run for White House," San Antonio Express, Mar. 4, 2007.
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Ron Paul's former aide reveals: "We needed" Barr to vote for the PATRIOT Act
You Tubing the Libertarian Race
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Colchester 1-2 Leyton Orient
- From the section Football
Kevin Lisbie scored against his former club as Leyton Orient beat Colchester to maintain their perfect record and best-ever start to a season.
David Mooney, who had a loan spell at the U's in 2010-11, fired the visitors ahead from close range.
Colchester levelled against the run of play when Jabo Ibehre fired past Jamie Jones from just inside the area.
But Lisbie then headed the O's back in front and they held on to claim their fifth consecutive win this term.
The victory was also Orient's first at Colchester since 1951.
Leyton Orient manager Russell Slade told BBC London 94.9:
"I was just thinking about trying to galvanise the boys and to get a win. It was a tough game obviously. It was going to be our toughest game on the back of the 120 minutes that we had on Tuesday.
"The big thing was, I was asking them in the team talk to go that extra mile, and there's not much traffic in that extra mile, and a lot of my players got there today.
"Our in-form strikers, they're in the form of their lives at the start of the season, which is what you both want.
"They've both got five, and they're looking so potent at the minute it's frightening."
Lineup, Bookings (0) & Substitutions (5)
- 44 Walker
- 03 Dickson
- 04 Okuonghae
- 18 Eastman
- 23 Olufemi
- 02 Wright (Gilbey - 71' )
- 06 Eastmond
- 07 Watt
- 11 Sears (Morrison - 78' )
- 21 Massey (Wright - 71' )
- 17 Ibehre
- 01 Cousins
- 05 Thompson
- 26 Spence
- 14 Bond
- 22 Gilbey
- 09 Morrison
- 30 Wright
Leyton Orient
- 01 Jones
- 02 Omozusi
- 05 Cuthbert
- 06 Baudry
- 15 Clarke
- 04 Vincelot
- 07 Cox
- 08 James (Bartley - 78' )
- 11 Odubajo
- 09 Lisbie (Batt - 76' )
- 10 Mooney
- 12 Larkins
- 17 Vanderhyde
- 14 Batt
- 16 Lee
- 20 Gorman
- 21 Bartley
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Full Time The match has reached full-time.90:00 +4:45
Elliot Omozusi restarts play with the free kick.90:00 +4:28
David Mooney fouled by Tosin Olufemi, the ref awards a free kick.90:00 +4:00
Shot by Shaun Batt missed to the left of goal.90:00 +3:36
Clearance by Romain Vincelot.90:00 +3:33
Corner taken by Craig Eastmond from the left by-line.90:00 +3:13
Clearance by David Mooney.90:00 +3:04
Free kick taken by Sanchez Watt.90:00 +2:52
Romain Vincelot challenges Jabo Ibehre unfairly and gives away a free kick.90:00 +1:10
Dean Cox makes a clearance.90:00 +0:46
Tosin Olufemi manages to make a clearance.90:00 +0:23
Tosin Olufemi makes a clearance.90:00 +0:18
Romain Vincelot takes the free kick.89:53
Unfair challenge on David Mooney by Magnus Okuonghae results in a free kick.89:24
Craig Eastmond takes a shot and cleared the goal.89:19
Corner from the right by-line taken by Sanchez Watt.89:05
Nathan Clarke manages to make a clearance.88:14
Drey Wright produces a cross.87:48
Clearance by Shaun Batt.87:19
Clearance made by Shaun Batt.
Jabo Ibehre manages to make a clearance.86:30
Centre by Dean Cox.85:53
Ryan Dickson produces a cross.85:42
Clearance made by Scott Cuthbert.85:17
Clearance by Shaun Batt.85:13
Corner taken by Drey Wright from the left by-line.84:59
Moses Odubajo makes a clearance.83:35
Free kick taken by Sam Walker.83:23
Foul by Moses Odubajo on Drey Wright, free kick awarded.81:13
Romain Vincelot makes a clearance.80:01
Clinton Morrison takes a shot and missed to the right of the goal.79:48
Shaun Batt makes a clearance.79:26
Mathieu Baudry gives away a free kick for an unfair challenge on Jabo Ibehre.78:42
Drey Wright manages to make a clearance.78:28
Clearance made by Scott Cuthbert.77:41 Substitution
Substitution Marvin Bartley joins the action as a substitute, replacing Lloyd James.77:22 Substitution
Substitution (Colchester) makes a substitution, with Clinton Morrison coming on for Freddie Sears.77:06
Magnus Okuonghae makes a clearance.76:37
Jamie Jones makes a clearance.76:21
Jabo Ibehre has a headed effort at goal.76:14
Ryan Dickson crosses the ball.75:18 Substitution
Substitution Shaun Batt replaces Kevin Lisbie.74:56
Mathieu Baudry makes a clearance.74:42
Scott Cuthbert delivers the ball.74:25
Free kick taken by Jamie Jones.74:11
Shot by Sanchez Watt missed to the right of the net.73:49
Jabo Ibehre is ruled offside.73:08
Clearance by Moses Odubajo.72:58
Clearance by Kevin Lisbie.72:52
Corner from the right by-line taken by Freddie Sears.72:37
Magnus Okuonghae takes a shot.72:18
Corner taken by Freddie Sears from the left by-line.72:06
Clearance by Scott Cuthbert.71:49
Magnus Okuonghae takes the free kick.71:43
Kevin Lisbie challenges Craig Eastmond unfairly and gives away a free kick.71:13
Clearance by David Mooney.70:53 Substitution
Substitution Gavin Massey leaves the field to be replaced by Drey Wright.70:43 Substitution
Substitution David Wright leaves the field to be replaced by Alex Gilbey.70:16
Clearance made by Tosin Olufemi.68:30
Kevin Lisbie makes a clearance.67:25
Dean Cox has an effort at goal. Sam Walker makes a block.66:25
Corner taken by Freddie Sears from the right by-line.65:51
Craig Eastmond takes a shot.64:48
Clearance made by Jabo Ibehre.64:07
Clearance by Dean Cox.63:21
Dean Cox crosses the ball.62:49
Assist by Dean Cox.62:49 Goal scored
Goal! - Kevin Lisbie - Colchester 1 - 2 Leyton O Kevin Lisbie scores. Colchester 1-2 Leyton Orient.62:49
Assist on the goal came from Dean Cox.62:49 Goal scored
Goal! - Kevin Lisbie - Colchester 1 - 2 Leyton O Kevin Lisbie scores with a header. Colchester 1-2 Leyton Orient.62:10
Dean Cox takes the free kick.61:56
Free kick awarded for an unfair challenge on Romain Vincelot by Gavin Massey.61:29
Clearance by Sanchez Watt.61:19
Elliot Omozusi restarts play with the free kick.60:53
Free kick awarded for an unfair challenge on David Mooney by Gavin Massey.60:39
Clearance by Jabo Ibehre.59:35
Clearance made by Scott Cuthbert.58:38
Clearance made by Scott Cuthbert.57:31
Header at goal by Dean Cox misses left of the target.57:22
The ball is sent over by Moses Odubajo.56:54
Jamie Jones restarts play with the free kick.56:34
Foul by Craig Eastmond on David Mooney, free kick awarded.56:06
Clearance made by Scott Cuthbert.55:07
Clearance made by Sanchez Watt.54:54
Clearance made by Sanchez Watt.53:42
Header at goal by David Mooney goes right of the post.53:32
The ball is crossed by Dean Cox.52:43
Nathan Clarke makes a clearance.52:01
David Mooney makes a clearance.50:59
Clearance made by Scott Cuthbert.50:25
Dean Cox manages to make a clearance.49:45
David Mooney manages to make a clearance.49:26
Clearance made by David Wright.48:14
Jamie Jones restarts play with the free kick.47:58
Craig Eastmond concedes a free kick for a foul on Lloyd James.47:01
Clearance by David Mooney.46:52
Clearance by Gavin Massey.46:38
Clearance made by Mathieu Baudry.46:33
Tosin Olufemi crosses the ball.46:05
Clearance by Elliot Omozusi.45:32
Sam Walker makes a clearance.45:01
The referee starts the second half.45:00 +1:47 Half time
Half Time The referee calls an end to the first half.45:00 +1:35
Clearance by Ryan Dickson.45:00 +1:21
Scott Cuthbert restarts play with the free kick.45:00 +1:03
Free kick awarded for an unfair challenge on David Mooney by Sanchez Watt.45:00 +0:43
Gavin Massey manages to make a clearance.45:00 +0:27
Tosin Olufemi restarts play with the free kick.45:00 +0:23
The offside flag is raised against Dean Cox.44:57
Jamie Jones makes a clearance.43:57
Jabo Ibehre crosses the ball.42:42
Shot by Sanchez Watt went wide of the right-hand upright.41:37
Clearance by Tosin Olufemi.41:10
David Wright restarts play with the free kick.40:57
Unfair challenge on Freddie Sears by Mathieu Baudry results in a free kick.40:21
David Mooney produces a cross.40:08
Lloyd James takes the free kick.39:36
Free kick awarded for a foul by Ryan Dickson on Kevin Lisbie.39:10
Clearance made by David Wright.36:57
Free kick taken by Lloyd James.36:30
Free kick awarded for a foul by Craig Eastmond on Kevin Lisbie.35:52
Clearance by Nathan Clarke.34:18
The assist for the goal came from Craig Eastmond.34:18 Goal scored
Goal! - Jabo Ibehre - Colchester 1 - 1 Leyton O Jabo Ibehre scores a right footed goal. Colchester 1-1 Leyton Orient.33:50
Mathieu Baudry takes the free kick.33:34
Craig Eastmond concedes a free kick for a foul on Romain Vincelot.32:42
Scott Cuthbert manages to make a clearance.30:49
Scott Cuthbert manages to make a clearance.30:17
Magnus Okuonghae restarts play with the free kick.30:09
Unfair challenge on Craig Eastmond by Lloyd James results in a free kick.29:45
Romain Vincelot makes a clearance.28:51
Clearance by Magnus Okuonghae.28:47
The ball is swung over by Moses Odubajo.28:12
Clearance made by Tosin Olufemi.27:59
Corner taken by Dean Cox.27:24
Kevin Lisbie takes a shot. Sam Walker parries the ball away.26:45
Clearance made by Tosin Olufemi.26:02
Corner from the left by-line taken by Lloyd James.25:42
Tosin Olufemi makes a clearance.23:43
Magnus Okuonghae manages to make a clearance.23:26
Free kick taken by Ryan Dickson.23:08
Romain Vincelot gives away a free kick for an unfair challenge on Gavin Massey.21:41
Clearance by Lloyd James.21:27
Clearance by Nathan Clarke.20:53
David Mooney makes a clearance.20:25
Corner taken by Freddie Sears.20:00
Clearance made by Kevin Lisbie.19:41
Corner from the left by-line taken by Freddie Sears.19:27
Clearance by Nathan Clarke.19:20
Ryan Dickson produces a cross.19:09
Clearance by Lloyd James.18:31
Clearance made by Kevin Lisbie.18:26
Corner from the right by-line taken by Sanchez Watt.18:00
Corner from the left by-line taken by Freddie Sears.17:50
Clearance by David Mooney.17:44
Free kick taken by Sanchez Watt.17:23
Free kick awarded for an unfair challenge on Jabo Ibehre by Nathan Clarke.16:19
Magnus Okuonghae manages to make a clearance.15:51
Clearance made by David Mooney.15:42
Corner taken by Freddie Sears.14:58
Free kick taken by Sanchez Watt.14:44
Sanchez Watt fouled by Elliot Omozusi, the ref awards a free kick.12:58
Assist by Dean Cox.12:58 Goal scored
Goal! - David Mooney - Colchester 0 - 1 Leyton O David Mooney grabs a goal with a right foot finish. Colchester 0-1 Leyton Orient.11:55
Header by Jabo Ibehre goes over the bar.11:48
The ball is delivered by Ryan Dickson.11:11
Header by Mathieu Baudry against the bar.10:38
Ryan Dickson makes a clearance.10:09
Corner from the left by-line taken by Sanchez Watt.9:18
Shot by Sanchez Watt. Jamie Jones parries the effort to safety.8:22
Elliot Omozusi makes a clearance.6:56
Sanchez Watt takes the chance to get an effort at goal. Jamie Jones safely holds on.6:33
Clearance by Freddie Sears.5:59
Free kick awarded for an unfair challenge on Ryan Dickson by Moses Odubajo.5:16
Mathieu Baudry manages to make a clearance.4:53
Gavin Massey makes a clearance.4:31
Clearance made by Craig Eastmond.3:05
Clearance made by Lloyd James.2:52
Jabo Ibehre crosses the ball.2:19
Mathieu Baudry takes a shot and missed to the right of the net.1:42
Corner from the right by-line taken by Lloyd James.1:29
Magnus Okuonghae manages to make a clearance.0:51
Sam Walker takes the free kick.0:41
Kevin Lisbie is ruled offside.0:14
Tosin Olufemi makes a clearance.0:00
The game begins.
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Mormon Messages, "A Book of Mormon Story"
A young bishop in England describes how the Book of Mormon came to life for him and changed his perspective forever.
Lisa A. Johnson, "The Book of Mormon Is a Family History for 'The Jets,'" Ensign or Liahona, Aug. 1987
Obedience, hard work, and faith sustain a successful performing group.
Adam C. Olson, "Standing the Test of Time," Ensign or Liahona, Feb. 2004
Preserved through the centuries for our day, the Book of Mormon is helping Mexican youth build the testimonies they'll need to weather the storms of life.
"Ye May Know the Truth," Ensign or Liahona, Oct. 2000
Latter-day Saint youth bear witness of the Book of Mormon.
Bethzaida Vélez Rivera, "My Own Testimony of the Book of Mormon," Ensign or Liahona, Feb. 2000
I know that each of us can obtain a true testimony of the Book of Mormon and of all scriptures. As those scriptures teach, "By the power of the Holy Ghost ye may know the truth of all things" (Moro. 10:5).
Hillary Holbrook, "My Own Book of Mormon," Ensign or Liahona, Sept. 2010
I promised myself I would read the entire book. I was familiar with stories in the Book of Mormon but had never read it all the way through. Now I meant to keep my promise.
Fábio Henrique N. da Silva, "Now I Understand," Ensign or Liahona, Sept. 2004
When I heard about the Book of Mormon, I was intrigued. When I prayed about it, the Spirit told me it was true.
Grigor A. Tadevosyan, "An Exceptional Book, an Exceptional Answer," Ensign or Liahona, Oct. 2007
My concerns were troubling, but their resolution was quick, inspired, and, I think, no coincidence.
Diana Summerhays Graham, "Teaching My Teacher," Ensign or Liahona, Dec. 2009
"The Book of Mormon, for me, is a book of scripture," I told my professor. "I would like to hear your reasons for calling it a forgery."
Chiao-yi Lin, "From Believing to Knowing," Ensign or Liahona, Jan. 2011
Believing the Book of Mormon is true was only the beginning.
Kathy Truman, "The Power of Two Testimonies," Ensign or Liahona, Feb. 2008
Imagine my surprise when, as I opened the book, I saw a picture of my family taken 25 years before. Beneath the picture was a testimony written by my father.
Andrej Bozhenov, "One Man's Trash Is Another Man's Treasure," Ensign or Liahona, July 2011
A book with gold letters on the cover became a treasure to one searching for the truth.
Nancy Marilijn Ruiter, "The Most Beautiful Book," Ensign or Liahona, Feb. 2000
That night, I read the Book of Mormon all evening. When I went to bed, I had a warm and good feeling, and I knew Heavenly Father would give me the courage to keep trying after every closed door.


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Good customer relationship management can turn happy customers into evangelists for your product or service, spreading the word and bringing in new business. Rachel Miller finds out how you can persuade customers to become flag-bearers for your business
When it comes to customer service, don't just strive for satisfaction, aim for absolute delight. That's the message from Robin Daniels of Salesforce.com, who says that by delighting your customers, you can turn them into effective sales people who persuade friends, family and colleagues to use your products and services.
Creating such 'customer evangelists' does not happen by accident, but starts with good service and a commitment to customer retention. In the current economy, competition for customers is particularly fierce – and many well-established firms are continuing to struggle.
"Customer retention is very important. What all the research tells us is that it is five times easier to sell to existing customers. You need an approach to business that focuses on customer retention," stresses Daniels.
But keeping customers is a challenge, as he points out. "Every customer counts. If you're a small company with a few high-value clients, then if you are not servicing them in the right way you are in danger of losing them. It's very easy to switch suppliers. If you are not nurturing your existing customers then what is to stop them going elsewhere?"
Keep your customers happy
It is easy to talk about customer retention, less so to put your finger on what will generate repeat sales. If it starts with good service, then what underpins that?
For Daniels, the answer is knowledge. "It's important to get closer to your customer," says Daniels. "You have to keep your finger on the pulse of what your customers are doing. You need to know things like when they last bought from you, when they are up for renewal or who are the highest spenders."
The chances are you have a pretty good idea what your customers' needs are and when they are likely to buy from you. But the more customers you have, the more information you need to keep hold of.
Keeping good records - whether you do so on a paper-based system, using Excel or Google spreadsheets or whether you invest in a dedicated customer relationship management system – will enable you and your team to keep track of your customers.
"A decent customer relationship management (CRM) system is the foundation stone of building up a successful business," agrees Mark Sinclair, founder of yourBusinessChannel. Although a New Zealand-based business, Mark works from Bristol and has colleagues in London, Stockholm, Hamburg and further afield.
"When you have such a geographically spread team and so many different relationships – with suppliers, clients, prospects – you simply cannot remember everything," he explains. "Even a start up rapidly outgrows Outlook or a smartphone, because you need to track all of your calls, meeting notes, emails and decisions.
"What a proper CRM gives you is extraordinary visibility - you can see exactly what's going on, what your colleagues have said to people, and so on," Sinclair continues. "It also enables you to grade your prospects from 'vague' to 'hot', and generate really useful, real-time reports, which means you can see very easily where the opportunities are."
How knowing your customers can increase sales
June Lonsdale, commercial director of Rochdale-based family business Anglo Recycling Technologies, explains how using customer knowledge can lead to good customer service in practice - and highly-targeted sales activities.
"Among other things, we manufacture and sell felt carpet underlay to the carpet industry, and a lot of our customers are small traders," she says. "As some of our customers are so busy they do not see re-ordering the underlay as a priority. We use our records to anticipate when they might need to restock and call them up two weeks or a month beforehand so can they place their next order. We sell more, we can plan more carefully and our customers love us for it."
For Robin Daniels, exceeding customer expectations in this way can be a key point of differentiation between you and your competitors. It should boost your reputation and your revenue, and help you to focus your sales efforts - because happy customers are far more likely to influence others to buy from you. In simple terms, they become the front line of your sales force.
"Sales people are good but there's nothing that beats a recommendation from an independent source," Daniels concludes. "It is very powerful to have your customers selling for you and it offers more credibility than any sales person."
- How to encourage word-of-mouth recommendations
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SYRACUSE, NY — Thomas A. Edison said, "The three great essentials to achieve anything worthwhile are, first, hard work; second, stick-to-itiveness; and third, common sense." This approach represents District Technician, Jerry Boyd, in his day-to-day service to the residents of Madison County and beyond. [Read more…]
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Recently, I ran into a farmer named Pat at a farm supply dealership I work with. Pat was going over soil test results with the co-owner. He wanted a fertilizer and weed control recommendation for a 3-acre field of pumpkins. Upon examining the soil test results, Buddy wanted to avoid custom blending (which they don't do themselves), and proposed a standard formulation. Thus he recommended 300 pounds per acre of 19-19-19. I asked Pat if I could look at the soil test results. He said yes. I saw the 1.9 percent organic matter and asked him what had caused this problem.
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Idaho Falls zoo looking for volunteers
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho - The Tautphaus Park Zoo needs your help.
Zoo administrators are looking for volunteer educators who would help with educational tours of the zoo and outreach programs. Volunteers would also be working with the education animals.
The zoo is making volunteering easy by holding a free informational meeting Thursday at the Idaho Falls Public Library at 6 p.m. The public will hear from coo staff and current volunteers.
You can also fill out an application to become a Volunteer Educator on the Tautphaus Park Zoo's website at www.idahofallszoo.org – click on the "Volunteer" link on the left side of the page.
Applications can also be picked up at the Zoo's administrative office between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday through Friday.
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i would like to photoshop a picture of my truck and put weld draglite wheels on it before i go and buy them to see if i like them but i dont know how to do it
ive posted a pic of my truck, any help would be great,thanks
check this out might help.http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s....php?p=2989957 . :thumbup: cole
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hope the rim are the rite ones :thumbup:
thanks for the posts i think im going to go with some skinnies up front lets say 15x4 and some 15x14s out back narrow the rearend and call it good
well what ever u do it will look killer . just let me know if u want Any more done with your pic. truck looks :thumbup: grate
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Drop it also!! It will look awesome. :thumbup: :thumbup:
Moving this to the art section.
once again thanks is there any way you could put a cowl hood on it that would be great also can you finish the color that is on the cab and put on the rest of the truck
i like the lowering idea ill have to keep that in mind
If you want to see a great selection of trucks like yours go to stove bolt .com or car nut .com and check out index of pics.
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this i my first time to photoshop so dont laugh
See guys, you just try, believe me, no ones laughing cause they all want to do it also but seem leary to start thinking it will take ages when it comes to most real quick. Keep it going, these are good examples since jgh64pkup would like to see a rendering of his own truck,looking at others is fine but there's always something "different" about someone elses car or truck.
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Figured I had a couple hours to kill and gave this a shot, don't think it's the right color but I can never get that bronze right for some reason.
thanks for giving your time i am going to use your picture for my build plan
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i altered it and put a yenko stripe on it i dont have much skill on this thing so it would be cool if someone with more experience could put one on there
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I was so happy to see this article on the Greater Good website: "The Case for Discussing Spirituality in Schools." A baby boomer myself, I thought back to my school days when the good nuns at Saint Frances de Sales and later Blessed Sacrament schools were very bent on teaching us the facts and rules about Catholicism. I am quite sure the word spirituality never once crossed their minds. No element of the curriculum was devoted to helping us develop, or even acknowledge, that part of ourselves th … [Read more...]
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The American Center for Law and Justice (ACLJ) said Tuesday it has heard from more than 70,000 Americans who are demanding the truth from the Obama administration about the terrorist attack on the U.S. Consulate in Benghazi, Libya, eight months ago—an attack that resulted in the assassination of a U.S. ambassador and three other Americans.
"The Obama administration has been stonewalling and withholding information about this attack from the very start," says Jay Sekulow, chief counsel of the ACLJ. "We are now learning important new information from people who were on the ground on Sept. 11, 2012. There are many critical questions facing the Obama administration—including former Secretary of State Clinton.
"Why did the State Department strip the Benghazi facility of security even as threats escalated? Did the administration order rescuing forces to 'stand down'—leading to the deaths of brave Americans fighting for their lives, outgunned in a hostile land? Did the administration lie to cover up its failures and downplay the terrorist threat in the middle of an election season? The American people deserve answers. The American people deserve the truth. It's our hope that the hearing in the House tomorrow begins to uncover the real facts behind what happened in Benghazi—what our government knew and when."
More than 70,000 Americans, with nearly 25,000 adding their names in the last 24 hours alone, have signed the ACLJ petition urging President Obama and his administration to come clean about the terrorist attack.
"With continually changing stories and inaccurate accounts, the American people have been misled. Terrorists attacked American soil—our embassy—we need the truth and accountability," the petition reads.
The ACLJ is notifying the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee, which is conducting tomorrow's hearing, about the petition response and will continue to add names in support of congressional action to get to the bottom of what happened in Libya.
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