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Recruiting for Tomorrow, Retaining for Today
Daniel Rosenblatt, executive director of the IACP, filled in for Mary Ann Viverette, chief of the Gaithersburg (Maryland) Police Department and president of the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP). Rosenblatt said that chiefs are spending more time than ever today on recruiting and retaining personnel. It is a crucial role in continuing law enforcement agencies' ability to serve their communities. In 1979, for example, females were underrepresented in law enforcement. Today, they comprise 12 to 13 percent of the nation's police officers. The percentages are similar for racial and ethnic groups. Rosenblatt stated that the IACP is dedicated to increasing the role of women in policing, and to increasing diversity in general, without ignoring white male recruits and officers. He cited the IACP's 1997 ad hoc panel on women in policing and the Diversity Coordinating Panel formed recently at the IACP by Viverette. The goal of the Diversity Coordinating Panel is to develop new strategies and proposals on diversity for law enforcement agencies.


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Here is what I have laid out so far.....Would really appreciate Feedback, Tips, and Criticism (but be easy) LOL!!
Stats: 170lbs, 30 years old, 5'7", Bf around 19-20%, Been lifting steady for 15 months, did a cut early last year Low Carb and got down from 27%bf to 12%bf but was mainly focused on abs showing so also lost what ever muscle I had, Just came off a Dirty Bulk where I gained some good size on my arms, chest, back/lats, but also gained Fat all in the Gut area of course.
LeanGains Plan:
Wake at 4:30am, Train 5-6am Mon, Tue, Thurs, Friday, and Sat
Main goal is to keep my muscle and shed the Gut fat so I went with the fat loss lay out over the Recomp since Im in the high Bf%, Break the fast at 11am-7pm.
On work out days: 2400 cal, 200g protein, 250g carbs, 30g fats
Non Workout: 1800 cal, 200g protein, 35g carbs, 70g fats (may do light cardio on off days randomly)
My maintenance is about 2600cals so on NWD -30% and WD -10%
Wake: 4:30am: BCAAs and Pre workout stim like Jacked (fasted)
Lift: 5-6am (workouts will be more circuit like with maybe a minute rest max in between sets)
8am: Bcaa
10am bcaa
11am-7pm: Break Fast Largest meal @ 11:15, Keep all carbs early last meal high protein and green veggies
Fast: 7pm-11am
Mainly concerned on my Macros as I want to lose the Fat around my stomach area quickly but not lose much muscle..
Thanks in advance for the replies.

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"accès facile depuis l'aeroport"Avis d'un client Hotels.com envoyé le 4 mai 2012
très bon accueil par du personnel parlant français, shutlle gratuite depuis l'aéroport ainsi que petit déjeuner buffet très copieux
"Parfait pour une visite au rock and roll of fame"Evalué par Christophe Da de "Melun" le 23 sept. 2011
Parfait pour une nuit si vous voulez visitez le rock and roll of fame (visite que je vous recommande) ! Chambre correcte, petit déjeuner correct. Vous avez une pizzeria (la notre est simple mais bonne) et au bon pain un peu plus loin. Personnel sympa. Ils gardent vos valises le jour du départ.
""Evalué par Pierre de "69800 St PRIEST" le 10 juil. 2011
agréablement surpris par l'hôtel malgré un accueil plutôt froid. Employés de réception peu enclins aux échanges et très avares de commentaires.
"Econo Lodge Kent"Avis d'un client Hotels.com envoyé le 15 avr. 2011
équipement un peu viellot mais très bon marché pour un couple et deux enfants,p'tit déj compris!
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"Get what you pay for"
If you travel a lot then you know what to expect for the price. Those seeking "premium" accommodations should go pay premium prices! It's adequate and is exactly what you should expect for the money.Avis certifié Hotels.com
"Surprised :)"
Quiet, clean and well kept.Avis certifié Hotels.com
It's like some liquid being poured into the chair, feeling wet... the whole room condition looked little ole, but having all facilities I need, microwave, fridge, , and they all works well. Convenient location and worth the price.Avis certifié Hotels.com
"Best bang for your buck"
Nice quiet, clean, cheap place!Avis certifié Hotels.com
"Just for sleeping"
I would describe this Knights Inn as "perfunctory". The room wasn't sparkling clean, but it wasn't gross. It is not upgraded at all, but that was not necessary for us as we were there for less than 10 hours. The staff was very friendly and nice -- they did what they could with what they had. Coffee was available in the office, but no breakfast. However, […] there was a toaster that I used to make toast with bread we had with us. The location is easy to get to off the highway (although kind of hidden by the other newer hotels which have popped up more recently). The area was quiet and we slept well after driving for most of the night. Lisez la suiteAvis certifié Hotels.com
"It's OK"
Nice people. Needs some serious remodeling.Avis certifié Hotels.com
"weekend trip"
The romm was not very clean. Smelledlike smoke, even though shown as non smoking. Rug was awful. I would not take off my shoes.Avis certifié Hotels.com
"Cheap room for the Knight"
Wouldn't recommend. Need to update.Avis certifié Hotels.com
"cheap but clean"
You get what you pay for. I was in town working for 3 weeks. Bed was good, no bedbugs, needs updating, wifi is good and not as dirty as you would think. Nothing stolen off my truck and no tweekers. If you just need somewhere to lay your head and not worried about something fancy this will do.Avis certifié Hotels.com
"Nice stay"
We had a good stay at Knights Inn. The only negative is we were disappointed the swimming pool wasn't in working order.Avis certifié Expedia
Front desk staff had poor english vocabulary. When checking out on sunday I was greeted by the clerk who was barefoot and in his boxers. He had been in the backroom watching something on his computer on the floor. Room was clean, if run down. Appliances were outdated, yet functioning. Bed was too soft for personal taste. Bathroom was tiny (expected […] this); room was poorly built/designed...i.e. the bathroom vanity came up to my waist in height, shelves were not level, and maintenance over the years had been done at very minimal cost. Motel was 30 mins from my destination. I would stay here again if there were no other options in similar price ranges. Lisez la suiteAvis certifié Hotels.com
Great place for the price.Avis certifié Hotels.com
"Good if you are passing through."
It's a cheap place to lay your head for the night if you are passing through. Hotel staff was friendly.Avis certifié Expedia
"run down"
condition is very poor. i took my shower with flip flops on my feet ...Avis certifié Hotels.com
"I would not want this to be using my franchise nam"
The location is great, but the physical repair of the building is in bad shape. If I owned the Knights inn franchise I would pull the franchise from this location.Avis certifié Hotels.com
"Got what I paid for"
The stay itself wasn't over all bad. Just extremely upset over it being advertised for free continental breakfast. There wasn't even coffee to be had let alone food. Thank goodness for a Bob Evans near by. At least we could eat. THe rooms needed up dating and cleaned, not like toilet cleaned but more like the inside of the door and walls. Just a fresh […] coat of paint would of made a big difference. They did not supply the standard shampoo which was a small disappointment as well. Then when we left for the day for our trip the staff actually turned the air conditioner off. I was extremely upset over that move. I am paying for that room and time don't turn my air off. The staff at check in and out were friendly enough though. They did put up a fight when asked for extra pillows. I know its an older hotel and its ran like a mom and pops on a budget but I think they could of given a much better service. I got what I paid for 2 nights sleep with 2 rooms. Lisez la suiteAvis certifié Hotels.com
"Could have been worse"
The room was not horrible but what do you expect for $40? The internet was decent enough to stream netflix.Avis certifié Hotels.com
"Shabby hotel, rooms."
Overall, unsatisfied with the quality of the hotel's condition, no breakfast. However, there were no other hotels in the area that accommodate pets.Avis certifié Hotels.com
"Not that good"
Bed to hard could not sleep I would not stay at another Knights Inn agianAvis certifié Expedia
"Horrible Hotel in a nice area"
Terrible hotel Dirty run down flop house. Hotel staff could not speak englishAvis certifié Expedia
"Comfortable and clean. Good for the cost."
Staff very pleasant. No amenities but we were just needing a place to stay for our visit.Avis certifié Expedia
"Excellent for access to good food & to shopping."
We like the motel style because of the load/unload convenience. Good food within walking distance; short ride to huge selection of Mall shopping & Giant Eagle grocery store - rooms have fridge & microwave. Easy on easy off highway access. Quiet location. Low light in rooms, some cleaning omissions. Instance fix for problem with TV.Avis certifié Hotels.com
"Very affordable"
For the very affordable price, the Knights Inn in Macedonia was a very pleasant stay. The room was very clean, and I would definitely book a room again there.Avis certifié Hotels.com
"Good for the money"
An older hotel but clean for the money. Close to restaurants.Avis certifié Expedia
"worst kept up hotel ever been in"
need to invest money!Avis certifié Hotels.com
"Bring a blanket if it's winter..."
Arrival was fine - courteous service. Room was cold - 52 degrees. The regular heater was no longer working and the replacement heater took hours to warm up the room. The bed had only a sheet and a comforter, no blanket, which made for not very comfortable sleeping. I slept in my sweat pants because I was cold. It was an older hotel, which is ok, but […] the main room lights weren't working. I usually don't spend much time in a hotel room, go there to get a decent night's sleep while traveling. Didn't happen this time... Lisez la suiteAvis certifié Expedia
Bring your own vacuum cleaner!Avis certifié Hotels.com
But not clean.Avis certifié Hotels.com
Bring Your Own Cleaning Supplies!Avis certifié Hotels.com
Good wifi signal.Avis certifié Hotels.com
"Cheap place to sleep and shower."
Not clean, but no bugs. Cheap. Not the best neighborhood, but I had no issues with safety.Avis certifié Hotels.com
"A cheap place to sleep and shower, but DIRTY!"
This is an older hotel. The staff (family living in a room in the back of theoffice) is friendly and accomodating. While I saw no bugs of any kind, this place is DIRTY. The sheets and towels smelled washed, but they are stained and dingy. Don't walk on the floor without shoes, slippers or socks that you want to throw away. The shower was dirty and looked […] like it hadn't been cleaned in 6 months. Don't get me wrong, for the price it was an acceptable choice, but pack some cleaning supplies, towels, and sheets. I had NO problems with noise or the security of the area. It is close to MANY shopping and dining places. I had a good WiFi signal and when I was there the ice machine was working. My room had a refrigerator that didn't work and no microwave (not a big deal to me). They did have a cold cereal & toast breakfast, even though it is not included in the listing. Lisez la suiteAvis certifié Hotels.com
"A good price"
It is not that bad like the saying online. The shower is fine as well as the cleanliness of the room. And the price is good. It is a good choice for someone call about price a lot.Avis certifié Expedia
"OK for one night but below average."
While this was only a 2 star hotel it was in my opinion below average for this type of hotel. The room was overall clean but some dirt near edge of one wall. The wallpaper in bathroom behind toilet was lifted and moldy. The king bed was comfortable and sheets while not new we're clean. A big problem was that the maid entered room while I went out for […] breakfast. Way to early for this. Lisez la suiteAvis certifié Expedia
"save your money bad decision"
it was dirty staff was not helpful... they put us in smoking room which was gross n stank...asked for non smoking (which is what we booked) that room was gross too... lots of drunks living there very noisey all hours of the night ... persons soap bar before us was still in tub shower curtain was so dirty didnt want it touching me ...ac unit was junk […] hardly worked carpets nasty didnt want to take off my shoes ..just gross gross never ever again!!! Lisez la suiteAvis certifié Hotels.com
"Good hotel for an overnight rest stop."
The room lacked a few essential amenities, but it was clean and comforting. I have stayed at other more expensive chains that were not as accomodating as the experience I had at this hotel.Avis certifié Expedia
"Great hotel"
Hotel room was clean and all around comfortable. I very much enjoyed the adjustable ac unit in the room. It was very cool within a couple of hours of me running errands throught town.Avis certifié Expedia
"clean and cheap!"
The people who run this place were very nice, the prices were good, and the rooms were fine- bed comfortable, had a microwave and fridge too. Kinda older place, but for the money; I'd go there again :)Avis certifié Hotels.com
"OK if the price is right"
Accommodations were adequate for an overnight stay, for those who aren't too fussy.Avis certifié Expedia
"Worth the money"
everything was excellent except the ice machine still does not work.you have to walk or drive to a convenience store for ice.other than that,the entire staff was ultimately friendly.its an older motel that needs a facelift,but for the price,its well worth it.very quiet,beds are comfortable.the office inforces the no loud noise and no drugs witch i found […] awesome and i will stay there again everytime im in the area.the rooms were very clean.the carpet needs some attention,but no motel is perfect.this place is one of the few i would say is worth returning to. Lisez la suiteAvis certifié Hotels.com
"one night get a way"
It was excellent for a one night get a way. It was cold in the room and the heater was heating up slow. But overall, we enjoyed our time there.Avis certifié Expedia
"T's Review"
I have no complaint's except the ice machine broke down, but for the price of the stay I would recommend. Their were some dead bugs on the shelf.Avis certifié Hotels.com
"Knights inn beautiful area bad hotel"
This was one of my worst hotel stays ever. The grounds were poorly kept. The service was terrible. Ice machine was broken. The towels and sheets didn't look clean. I had to purchase linen to use. Everything was out dated.Avis certifié Hotels.com
"knights inn macedonia"
it was exactly what we expected for the price. as we were not looking for a room with any frills, we got a basic, clean room. it was quiet and the location was convenient to any shopping we needed to do.Avis certifié Hotels.com
"Bare essentials"
At check in clerk didn't act like she knew what she was doing, tv was broke but they did replace, had to ask for shampoo and conditioner but the don't have conditioner at all also no hairdryer, would have been nice for my daughter and no breakfast items what so ever not even a vending machine? Bed was prob the most comfortable though so notbadAvis certifié Hotels.com
"Knights Inn in Macedonia Ohio"
Don't recomend this hotel to anybody! It was not clean and smelled horrible. I stayed with my 12 yr old son and we could hear the headboard banging the wall in the room next to us and hear everything they were doing!! Alarms were going off during the night. Other people staying there were outside yelling profanity because of the alarms. Over all it […] was a horrible stay. I learned a valuable lesson: Pay a little more and stay somewhere nicer!! Lisez la suiteAvis certifié Hotels.com
"Knights Inn Macedonia Ohio"
We were really pleased with staying at this hotel. The price was great. The location was great too. It was right around the places that we were going to. We appreciated the service from the people that work there.Avis certifié Hotels.com
"Cheap but dingy and dirty"
Despite the cheap price and free wi-fii , this hotel didn't have much going for it. The room was dirty, outdated, and stained. We got through the one-night stay fine, but we won't return.Avis certifié Expedia
"Good location, simple hotel"
Nothing fancy but a good location. Great place if you're looking for simply a place to stay while in town.Avis certifié Expedia
"who shaved their dog in the pool?"
pool was filled with masses of hair floating and in the bottom. no toilet paper was in one room. no clean towels were given for our second day stay. they told our kids to go swimming in other hotels pools because they were overbooked that weekend., even when there was only 2 pplz in the pool at the time.Avis certifié Expedia
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Toy Maker wrote:Mine is one of the copies.
The original is about $1200
Here is where I found the copies...
http://www.audioclassics.com/detail.php ... -2&nav=cat
From the (Warning) on the 1st post in the thread, they are the exact same amp, built by the same manufacture.
Just reread the thread. Copy? That might explain some things......
[EDIT:] How did you know it was a copy? I couldn't find it? Still impressed for a $4bill amp.
In search of accurate reproduction of music. Real sound is my reference and while perfection may not be attainable? If I chase it, I might just catch excellence.


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All Women In The Church
This is the heart of Christ's message—and good news for the church today.
About Women's Leadership Development and Justice Ministries
AllWomen in the Church is an online resource produced by Racial Ethnic & Women's Ministries/PW. This site provides materials for Gender and Racial Justice Ministries, Women's Leadership Development, and Young Women's Leadership Development (ages 18–35) as well as support for the individual faith journeys of all Presbyterian women.
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TALLAHASSEE -- They come from big cities and small towns across this sprawling state, and from vastly different backgrounds. Some are new and some are seasoned. Some Democrats. Even more Republicans.
But members of the Florida Legislature heard largely the same message from voters on Election Day, and they agree on how that will influence their work in the upcoming legislative session, according to a Herald/Times survey of more than 40 state lawmakers.
After years of increasingly intense hyper-partisan warfare, Republicans and Democrats sound serious — so far, anyway — about working in harmony for the common good of Floridians.
"They want us to work together, they're not going to reward acrimony, they're going to reward results," said Sen. Tom Lee, R-Brandon. "I'm a conservative, I have a conservative view of the world, but the notion of representative democracy is that we respect one another and recognize we don't have the market cornered on good ideas and are willing to compromise to advance the ball."
The Herald/Times surveyed 42 legislators, including equal numbers of Republicans and Democrats, about the message voters sent in the election and how it would shape their approach to the upcoming session. The majority said the same thing: work across the aisle to produce results.
In Tallahassee, Republicans set the tone because they are firmly in control. However, they seem chastened by what happened in Florida: Their party's presidential candidate lost, as did most of the constitutional amendments they placed on the November ballot. They lost seats in the House and Senate, and voters grew angry standing in line for hours to cast ballots.
It will be months before we'll know if lawmakers mean what they say, and it's justified to be at least a little cynical.
But if there was a theme in Tallahassee during last Tuesday's organizational session and swearing-in ceremonies, it was bipartisanship.
Both Senate President Don Gaetz, R-Niceville, and House Speaker Will Weatherford, R-Wesley Chapel, talked about working with Democrats.
Rep. Darryl Rouson, a Democrat from St. Petersburg, said voters sent more Democrats to the Legislature for a reason. The minority party's gains were modest but significant because Republicans no longer have a supermajority that allows them to dictate the speed at which they pass bills.
Democrats picked up five seats in the 120-seat House, which now has 76 Republicans and 44 Democrats. Republicans needed 80 seats to hold a supermajority and completely control the legislative agenda.
In the Senate, Democrats picked up two seats, and while they are still outnumbered by Republicans 26-14, they did break the GOP's supermajority.
"The election resonated this year for the middle class," Rouson said. "People want to be valued. We broke the supermajority because of it, and we can do meaningful things here in Tallahassee as Democrats. We have momentum again. We just need to keep it up."
Rep. Mike Fasano, a New Port Richey Republican, is returning to the House after having spent the past decade in the Florida Senate. He said that lawmakers must work together.
"We cannot be partisan, as the Florida Legislature has been over the past few years. I think that message was heard," Fasano said. "This garbage that goes on — not only in Tallahassee but in Washington — has all got to come to an end. There are people suffering out there, and we hear from them every day."


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Comment: So I just wore the pants , with the jacket liner and the carbon gloves for the first time ! All heated up in about 5 min ! It does keep you nice and warm , think of it like a heating pad around your chest , legs and hands . About 30min into the ride though I noticed that my heat was gone and the lights on the control was out . I stopped and had to take a look at the battery and found that the 15a fuse on the control had melted :-/ I will be riding tomorrow for a couple hours and hope this doesn't happen again ... It does have me concerned and that is why I say 4 stars ..


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Declined Offer
Positive Experience
Easy Interview
I applied through a recruiter and the process took 4+ weeks - interviewed at New York Life in November 2013.
Interview Details –
1. Received Invitation for Interview
2. Interviews with hiring manager for 1 hour
3. Within the interview -- took evaluation test (green or red) Got green which means likely to succeed
4. Signed paperwork for background & given direction to file application online
4. Got access to discounted study material (Life and Health Exam)
5. After Passing the L&H Exam: Invited to attend Introduction Sales course (as a Pre-Hire)
-- successful class gives status of PTA (Part-Time Agent)
Interview Question – describe most successful sales experience View Answer
Reason for Declining – The offer is for a [tightly held] Captive Agent. I prefer other companies styles and chose to go with someone else. It is however, a very good ramp up process.
Declined Offer
Positive Experience
Easy Interview
I applied through a recruiter and the process took 5 days - interviewed at New York Life in November 2013.
Interview Details – Recruited out of military career fair. Manager who recruited/interviewed me was extremely pleasant, and a veteran as well. It's pretty clear that retention is an issue because although they have a reputation for great support, selling life insurance is just tough, especially working on 100% commission. Interview process was a breeze. There was a personality test via computer and an in-person interview that were not intimidating in the slightest. Pleasant, low-pressure experience. They want to know if you're sales driven and if you have contacts you can bring in right away, but seems like they'll hire you even if you don't as long as you're not useless.
Interview Question – There were no especially difficult questions. They want to know that you CAN take "no" for an answer from potential clients though. Fact of life in sales. Answer Question
Reason for Declining – It sounded like it would be too stressful to work on commission and like I might have to pressure friends and family to buy the products. I didn't like the sound of that, but that's just my personality. If they were offering any job besides sales, I would've taken it right away. Really pleasant office culture and lots of support for employees.
Accepted Offer
Neutral Experience
I applied through college or university and the process took 2 days - interviewed at New York Life.
Interview Details – A recruiter called to schedule the interview. First round interview with a recruiter. Then interview with the manager/ district agent.
Interview Question – What is your competitive advantage? Why should I hire you? Answer Question
Accepted Offer
Positive Experience
Easy Interview
I interviewed at New York Life in November 2013.
Interview Details – the interview process was laid back but more like i was being sold on the job than being interviewed for it but the manager was very personable and honest and very knowledgeable. They have great pride in their company and thats a good thing
Interview Question – well it was really par the course nothing out of the ordinary Answer Question
Accepted Offer
Positive Experience
Very Difficult Interview
I applied through an employee referral and the process took 5+ weeks - interviewed at New York Life in October 2013.
Interview Details – It was long..... We met almost a dozen times. They do a credit check, a background check, and there are mounds of paperwork. Yet you want it, because it's worth it. The office is beautiful. The people in the office are professions and friendly, and it's a great opportunity. It's definitely not an easy job to get. They want to make quadruple sure that you're the real thing. Still go for it. It IS worth it.
Interview Question – "How much do you want it?" I know it doesn't seem like a hard question. You could say anything. But they want specifics. They want to know how much you need to make a living, and what desire you have and whether you're willing to work hard for it. It's definitely a loaded question. View Answer
Negotiation Details – None.
Accepted Offer
Positive Experience
Very Easy Interview
I applied through a recruiter and the process took 1 week - interviewed at New York Life in September 2013.
Interview Details – I was contacted via a recruiter over the phone after setting up my resume on various job posting sites. The call was not really an interview; I was asked about my previous sales experience and if I would be interested in selling life insurance. The recruiter was basically advertising the company and the compensation structure more than I was being asked questions, so there is nothing to prepare for as far as answering questions for the initial call. After speaking briefly with the recruiter, I was invited to the local sales office for an interview with the branch manager. He was a nice guy, and I didn't feel nervous at all during the interview. The questions were very simple, including "Why New York Life?" and "Discuss your previous sales experience and success stories." Most of the interview was similar to the call with the recruiter, but he detailed the compensation structure, which made it sound much better than it actually was.
Interview Question – There were no difficult questions. The only question that involved any amount of thinking was "Tell me about a success story with a sale you previously made." Answer Question
Negotiation Details – There was no negotiation since there is no salary. The compensation is based solely on commission from the insurance policies you sell and the accounts you rollover into New York Life funds.
Accepted Offer
Neutral Experience
Easy Interview
I applied online and interviewed at New York Life.
Interview Details – I applied online and got pick up by a hiring manager! The interview went pretty well; the manager was talking about all the benefit and the potential this position has! The training and the benefits are attractive but the competition is huge too!
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Check the band name, check the album title and cover, check the logo, check the song titles, erm… yup let me guess; emotive metallic hardcore right? Right. Done well? 'Fraid so. I swear, sometimes I think all these bands are actually the same group of five extremely talented guys just parading as 124 different bands under different short hair and Vans guises. A welcome relief from the torrent of DEP wannabes overexerting themselves with fretboard chaos and epileptic song structures, New Jersey's My Bitter End are far more melodic within the framework of metalcore, not quite as full on as Shai Hulud, but a definite lean away from the death metal and grindcore infusions of Glass Casket. I'd safely compare My Bitter End to Hamartia, If Hope Dies or Evergreen Terrace in their more harmonic dual guitar approach.
Even though this is not a perfect album by any means, it has some noticeable efforts to stray from the norm mingled with its metalcore cliches (growled/screamed vocals, breakdowns, silly song titles), namely the drumming and a couple of the song patterns really stand out, hinting at something far better in the future. Metalcore drumming has always been the driving point of most of its bands, but drummer 'Mike', seems to veer away from the technical jackhammer approach, and actually introduces some very deft and delicate fills that initially go unnoticed until several listens. Instead of relying on force and percussive brutality its as if the he shares the same melodious approach as the guitars in creating something more graceful rather than never-ending pummeling. Don't get me wrong, My Bitter End can break it down with the best of 'em, but instead of the Remembering Never approach of telegraphed resonant, earth moving beats, My Bitter End seems more convulsive and reflective, and I think the drumming has a lot to do with it.
Song wise A Thin Line… delivers the expected goods that you would assume from the genre, and as I stated before MBE are not as brutal as some of their peers, even though they often try to force the brutality somewhat by means of a deep bellow and more discordant notes ("Neck First", "The Smell of Dead Hookers in August"). But those songs come across as the weak link on an otherwise decent album that's far better when spouting rending dual melodies. "666 x 0", demonstrates My Bitter End's ability to craft soaring riffs and emotive vocals without too much microphone hugging or tear filled eyes to the sky bullshit. While starting with an almost identical lead in, "Bury it All" gives the same display of almost perfect metalcore melody and harmonies that makes My Bitter End at times extremely promising. "Letting Go" and the title track only serve to solidify the band's knack for evocative riffs over shuddering brutality that never steps over into long acoustics of cheesy realms of wanton lovelorn self pity; just solid, pleasantly layered riffs backed by adventurous drumming and the odd head bobbing breakdown.
Unfortunately, My Bitter End show some signs of self doubt as they try to find their niche with a slightly muddy production, some underwhelming vocals (from the since departed vocalist), and a struggle to try to purvey themselves as far more brutal than they really are. "Go Go Gorilla Nuts", epitomizes the band's dual personality perfectly as if shifts from beautiful layered riffs to rumbling/squealing dissonance awkwardly. Frankly their bottom end just can't compete with bands like Glass Casket and Symphony In Peril . A focus on their obvious ear for melody could produce a stellarfollow up album, but as it stands, A Thin Line… is merely promising. I'll definitely keep an eye on this lot though.


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The NFL All-Bargain Team
Bill BarnwellIt's not very easy for an NFL team to find a bargain in free agency. The vast majority of players who would be considered bargains on NFL rosters are guys who are still on their rookie deals, players whose salaries are artificially capped by the CBA....
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Broncos Rewind: Offense
Jeff LegwoldENGLEWOOD, Colo. -- In a span of five days the Denver Broncos went from the AFC's top seed with a dominant win against the Tennessee Titans to a loss to the San Diego Chargers this past Thursday night that knocked them out of the inside lane for the ...
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Broncos Rewind: Offense
Jeff LegwoldENGLEWOOD, Colo. -- When the Broncos roared through the first six games of the season, piling up the points and wins, Broncos interim head coach Jack Del Rio often preached composure to his defensive players, that how they went about their business w...
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Jeff LegwoldENGLEWOOD, Colo. -- Former long-time Broncos defensive coordinator Joe Collier, who happens to be one of the leading authorities on the 3-4 defense, once said the most important player in the formation is the player folks may talk about the least. ...
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Peyton Manning thinks fast, throws fast
Jeff LegwoldENGLEWOOD, Colo. -- Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning has only been sacked a league-low five times. This is happening despite All-Pro left tackle Ryan Clady being on injured reserve, a center who never started an NFL game at the position unti...
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Jeff LegwoldENGLEWOOD, Colo. -- The league's highest-scoring offense, the one on pace to become the league's first 600-point team, must be full of first-round picks and high-end free agents. Yes. And no. Denver's offense is a mix of talent, drive, a Hall o...
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Jeff LegwoldENGLEWOOD, Colo. -- The Broncos opened division play with a focused, well-appointed effort against the Oakland Raiders Monday night. And after a long look at the video from Monday's win, here are some thoughts on the Denver Broncos offense: There...
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Jeff LegwoldStatistics from the NFL show just more than 50 players of Hispanic heritage were on NFL rosters league-wide during training camp. Manny Ramirez needs only look to his right as the Broncos center to see another, in Denver guard Louis Vasquez.
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Jeff LegwoldENGLEWOOD, Colo. - It can be tough to follow such a high-end opening act, but that is the Denver Broncos' task this week as they make their first road trip since an Aug. 17 preseason game in Seattle. "And our last outing wasn't too positive," sai...
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Ramirez gets two-year vote of confidence
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Hugo Chavez, the polarizing president of Venezuela who cast himself as a "21st century socialist" and foe of the United States, died Tuesday, said Vice President Nicolas Maduro.
Chavez, who had battled cancer, was 58.
Chavez's democratic ascent to the presidency in 1999 ushered in a new era in Venezuelan politics and its international relations.
Once a foiled coup-plotter, the swashbuckling former paratrooper was known for lengthy speeches on everything from the evils of capitalism to the proper way to conserve water while showering. He was the first of a wave of leftist presidents to come to power in Latin America in the last dozen years.
As the most vocal U.S. adversary in the region, he influenced other leaders to take a similar stance.
But the last months of Chavez's life were marked by an uncharacteristic silence as his health worsened. Chavez underwent a fourth surgery on December 11 in Cuba, and was not publicly seen again. A handful of pictures released in February were the last images the public had of their president.
Chavez's ministers stubbornly maintained a hopeful message throughout the final weeks, even while admitting that the recently re-elected president was weakened while battling a respiratory infection.
President concentrated country's power
Chavez launched an ambitious plan to remake Venezuela, a major oil producer, into a socialist state in the so-called Bolivarian Revolution, which took its name from Chavez's idol, Simon Bolivar, who won independence for many South American countries in the early 1800s.
"After many readings, debates, discussions, travels around the world, etcetera, I am convinced -- and I believe this conviction will be for the rest of my life -- that the path to a new, better and possible world is not capitalism. The path is socialism," he said on his weekly television program in 2005.
Chavez redirected much of the country's vast oil wealth, which increased dramatically during his tenure, to massive social programs for the country's poor. He expanded the portfolio of the state-owned oil monopoly to include funding for social "missions" worth millions of dollars. That helped pay for programs that seek to eradicate illiteracy, provide affordable food staples and grant access to higher education, among other things.
But Chavez also leaves a legacy of repression against politicians and private media who opposed him.
He concentrated power in the executive branch, turning formerly independent institutions -- such as the judiciary, the electoral authorities and the military -- into partisan loyalists.
Through decrees and a judiciary tilted in the president's favor, many political opponents found themselves barred from running in elections against the ruling party. Even former allies, like Chavez's onetime defense minister, Gen. Raul Baduel, faced accusations that critics called trumped-up corruption charges.
Chavez's government similarly targeted opposition broadcasters, passing laws and decrees that forced at least one major broadcaster and dozens of smaller radio and television stations off the air.
Opponents also have criticized his social programs, calling them unsustainable over the long run and responsible for unintended consequences. Price controls, for instance, drove up inflation, while expropriations of farmland depressed production.
Vocal critic of American policy
In lengthy, freewheeling speeches, Chavez saved his most acerbic barbs for the "imperialist" United States and its "colonial" allies in the region.
He accused the United States of trying to orchestrate his overthrow, and referred to President George W. Bush as the devil in front of the United Nations General Assembly.
At home, business interests accused him of scaring off investment by abusing the power of expropriation. Venezuela struggled to grow its economy during this period, even as the nation was flush with money from oil, which was at about $17 a barrel when Chavez took office and rose to more than $100 a barrel.
In addition to domestic social programs, the Chavez government pumped money into his foreign policy interests. He invested millions of dollars in oil and cash in countries that were ideologically similar.
Chavez considered former Cuban leader Fidel Castro a mentor, and aligned his country with Iran and other nations opposed to the United States.
Cuba loses a benefactor in Chavez, whose provision of an oil lifeline at below-market prices could be at risk under a new government.
While Chavez admired Castro, he found most inspiration from Bolivar, even renaming the country the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela.
An affable, if sometimes bombastic, man, Chavez had a disarming manner that even his critics could not deny.


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Divinity: Dragon Commander players are a morally questionable lot
The best bit of Divinity: Dragon Commander is when you get to make a decision about something, and can upset the lizard advisor. Ha ha! Look at her grumpy lizard face. Best. Anyway, this trailer shows off how players have voted when presented with various moral quandaries, and accompanies a new patch and sale.
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Divinity: Original Sin Alpha, beta and release dates announced by Larian
Divinity: Original Sin has been given a release date by Larian Studios.
Mon, Aug 19, 2013 | 03:55 BST
Dragon Commander: weird, flawed, but courageous indie
Brenna surfaces briefly from under a pile of sequels and uninspired clones clutching a copy of one of the weirdest games we've seen in ages – Divinity: Dragon Commander.
Mon, Jul 15, 2013 | 22:26 BST
Divinity: Dragon Commander multiplayer full of jet pack dragons
Command units, assess the battlefield, manage your resources and also fly around as a dragon with a jetpack and flame everyone. Is Divinity: Dragon Commander the perfect game? Multiplayer trailer evidence suggests yes.
Tue, Jul 09, 2013 | 00:06 BST
Divinity: Dragon Commander interactive trailer is pretty funny
What's better than trailers? Interactive trailers. Having watched this political decision making example from Divinity: Dragon Commander, I feel comfortable ranking the Larian strategy effort first in the "best virtual advisors" league.
Tue, Jul 09, 2013 | 00:02 BST
Divinity: Dragon Commander pre-orders net Imperial Edition immediate beta access
Divinity: Dragon Commander is available for pre-order and those who reserve early, will be upgraded to the Imperial Edition at no cost.
Wed, Jun 26, 2013 | 18:08 BST
Divinity: Dragon Commander video shows 27-minutes of dragons-with-jetpacks madness
Larian Studios has released a 27-minute developer guided video of Divinity: Dragon Commander. Watch below as dragons-with-jetpacks perform strategic maneuvers. We also have some screenshots for you below. The game will release on PC August 6.
Wed, Jun 12, 2013 | 22:20 BST
Divinity: Dragon Commander delayed, now comes with Master of Magic
Oh hey, so you remember when we reported that pre-orders for Divinity: Dragon Commander had opened? It turns out Larian Studios and GOG.com changed their minds at the last moment, and that didn't happen. The RPG is now scheduled for an August 6 launch; pre-orders have actually opened; and to make up for the delay it now comes with a free copy of classic 1994 RPG Master of Magic. Divinity: Dragon Commander goes for $40.
Fri, Apr 26, 2013 | 20:35 BST
Divinity: Original Sin behind-the-scenes Kickstarter video released
Larian Studios' Kickstarter for Divinity: Original Sin has ended successfully with $944,282 pledged through the crowd-funding service, along with an additional $37,256 raised through PayPal. To celebrate, the team has relased a retrospective video, giving you a look at what went on behind-the-scenes during the funding drive. It's below. Thanks, Evil Avatar.
Fri, Apr 26, 2013 | 12:45 BST
Divinty: Original Sin Kickstarter to end with 4-hour gameplay livestream
Divinity: Original Sin developer Larian Studios almost doubled its $400,000 Kickstarter funding goal, and with four days left on the campaign clock the team has announced it will host a four-hour gameplay livestream today to celebrate.
Thu, Apr 25, 2013 | 08:42 BST
Divinity: Original Sin will include symphony orchestra music
Larian Studios Kickstarter campaign for Divinity: Original Sin has passed $700,000 in funding and will now see that all backers receive a digital copy of a unique Divinity audio CD that includes remastered and remixed music from Beyond Divinity and Divine Divinity.
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Tue, Apr 23, 2013 | 08:41 BST
Divinity: Original Sin gets hour long pre-alpha gameplay video
Divinity: Original Sin is still raking in cash on Kickstarter, even though it's been funded with time left to spare. Producer at Larian Studios David Walgrave has been interviewed about the game for about an hour, while some pre-alpha gameplay rolls on in the background. Check it out here.
Thu, Apr 11, 2013 | 23:34 BST
Divinity: Dragon Commander pre-orders open
GOG.com has opened pre-orders for Divinity: Dragon Commander, an action strategy spin-off to the Larian RPG franchise. Check out some gameplay footage from late February to get you in the mood. The $45 title is $5 aherad of its expected July 2 launch. Dragon Commander is only one of a couple of Divinity games hitting the digital distributor this year; Kickstarted core entry Original Sin is also on the way.
Tue, Apr 09, 2013 | 15:52 BST
Divinity: Original Sin Kickstarter a success, Mac and Linux versions confirmed
The Kickstarter for Divinity: Original Sin has been successfully funded. It will now be released for Mac and Linux, and new stretch goals and rewards have been announced. With 17 days to go in the campaign, Larian has added the ability to fund the game through PayPal as well. You can have a look at the new stretch goals below or through the link. Divinity: Original Sin is expected in November.
Thu, Apr 04, 2013 | 21:56 BST
Divinity: Original Sin and Divinity: Dragon Commander both headed to GoG
Larian Studios has announced in a Kickstarter update that Divinity: Original Sin and Divinity: Dragon Commander will both be released on GoG.com. So far, 7,067 backers have pledged $310,159 toward the $400,000 Kickarter goal and there are still a good 21 days left on the clock. More reward tiers and goals have also been outlined, and you can find them through the link. An Original Sin gameplay trailer is below, and it's a condenced version of the Kickstarter video. Divinity: Original Sin is expected in November 2013 on PC, with Linux and Mac versions pending.
Wed, Mar 27, 2013 | 23:36 GMT
Divinity: Original Sin takes to Kickstarter for final push
Larian Studios wants your help to make Divinity: Original Sin as good as it can be.
Wed, Feb 27, 2013 | 16:46 GMT
Divinity: Dragon Commander video shows off quite a bit of gameplay
Larian Studios has released a new trailer for Divinity: Dragon Commander, which gives the viewer a nice glimpse at the PC strategy title. Head below for a watch to find out why the developer is calling the title a "dragons-with-jetpacks experience." The website is now also open for business, so you should check that out as well. The game is targeted for a May or June release on PC, and the Mac "may be later" than the PC release.
Wed, Nov 21, 2012 | 21:52 GMT
Divinity: Original Sin video includes seagulls of doom
This rare glance behind the scenes shows Larian Games at a weekly review meeting for Divinity: Original Sin, discussing the pros and cons of its latest build as the action RPG is pummelled into shape.
Wed, Oct 10, 2012 | 12:12 BST
GoG offers its first Pay What You Want bundle
Purveyor of primarily older titles, GoG.com, is offering a bundle that includes titles in the Divinity RPG series. The price? How ever much you see fit to pay for it.
Tue, Oct 09, 2012 | 21:38 BST
Divinity Anthology Collector's Edition announced for limited release
A Divinity Anthology Collector's Edition has been announced for limited release in celebration of the series' 10th anniversary.


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Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice
CCJ 2002 - Law, Crime and the Criminal Justice System
An introductory course designed to provide students with an understanding of law, crime, and the criminal justice system in America. (For students who enter FAU with less than 36 credits.)
CCJ 3014 - Criminology
A study of criminal and delinquent behavior theories within the context of several disciplines.
CCJ 3024 - The Criminal Justice System
Comprehensive survey of the history, philosophy and organization of the American police, the courts and correctional institutions, including probation and parole. Study of crime, law and the administration of criminal justice.
CCJ 3660 - Crime in the Schools
Analysis of the nature and causes of crime committed on secondary and postsecondary school campuses. Explores the role of drugs, weapons, gangs, and bullies in creating fear and disorder. Reviews legal issues, legislative actions, liability concerns, and previous strategies.
CCJ 3666 - Victimology
The course provides an overview of the study of victims and the process, etiology and consequences of victimization. Special attention is paid to the types of victims, theories of victimization and the victim's treatment within the criminal justice system. (May be taken for credit in Women's Studies Program.)
CCJ 4450 - Criminal Justice Management
A study of criminal justice management and practice as it applies to the police, courts, and corrections.
CCJ 4481 - Policing in America
Police organization and administration and its relationship to public administration. The politics of law enforcement. The urban political structure as it impinges on police administration.
CCJ 4487 - Ethics and the Justice System
Course provides an introduction to theories in ethics and the exploration of a variety of ethical/moral issues that characterize and define the different facets of criminology and criminal justice policy and practice.
CCJ 4501 - Juvenile Justice
Comprehensive survey of the juvenile justice system in the United States with particular attention to the Florida system. This course will cover the philosophy, organization and administration of juvenile justice systems.
CCJ 4642 - Organized Crime and the Business of Drugs
This course examines the dynamics of the international traffic in illicit drugs and presents an overview of the major issues of drug control. It also provides students with an understanding of the various organized criminal groups that operate in the United States and that play a major role in the illicit drug market.
CCJ 4670 - Women and Criminal Justice
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A study of the purpose of research, the logic of scientific inquiry and research techniques in criminal justice.
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Selected issues and contemporary problems in criminal law.
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In-depth analysis of current and emerging issues in criminal justice.
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Supervised experience in police, court or correctional setting. Open only to Criminal Justice Majors. Grading: S/U.
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This course examines the different types of criminal justice systems that exist around the world and assess the growing threat to the United States from transnational criminal organizations. The course also traces the internationalizations of U.S. Law Enforcement and provides students with an understanding of the problems and challenges that face U.S. Law Enforcement personnel who must operate within a foreign criminal justice system.
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An examination of the theory, operation and evaluation of crime prevention as a function of the criminal justice system.
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The course exclusively uses legal cases to study the limits of constitutional law as it relates to a defendant's due procedural rights as the individual is processed through the criminal justice system.
CJL 4510 - Judicial Administration and the Criminal Courts
A study of judicial administration and the operation of the criminal courts in an organizational content.
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DSC 4012 - Terrorism
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CJE 4412 - Solving Crime and Disorder Problems
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Lab course that includes an overview and application of computer hardware and software with criminal justice data for criminal justice purposes. Course also includes discussion of concepts and practice as well as helps prepare students for the criminal justice workplace environment.
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Tag Archives: Wednesday Shorts
Wed, Oct 26, 2011 | 13:33 BST
Wednesday shorts: StarCraft II, BF3, Snoop and RAGE
You need to be shortfied. Do it after the break.
Wed, Oct 12, 2011 | 09:11 BST
Wednesday shorts: RE Revelations, Planetside 2, Persona 4, Sesame Street
Get shortie after the break, innit.
Wed, Oct 05, 2011 | 10:28 BST
Wednesday shorts: Metal Gear Solid HD, BF3, Zelda
Not much going on in the world of shorts today because it's all quiet on the news front. Still, here's what you have for now at least.
Wed, Jul 13, 2011 | 13:23 BST
Wednesday shorts: Type-0, Black Ops, Amnesia, Rabbids
Go push for the win, dudes and dudettes: it's Wednesday! And that means you're halfway home. Here are your shorts for this morning.
Wed, Jun 29, 2011 | 12:20 BST
Wednesday shorts, part 2: Xbox Live sale, SCOTUS, Peace Walker
Because when there's no Uncharted 3 beta to play, there's shorts to be read. Go read them after the break.
Wed, Jun 22, 2011 | 10:29 BST
Wednesday shorts: Need for Speed: The Run, Popcap, ESA, Shadows of the Damned
It's Wednesday. Which means you're almost there. So go nuts over these shorts in the meantime as Friday edges just a tad closer.
Wed, May 11, 2011 | 10:55 BST
Wednesday shorts: Love Plus 3DS, Child of Eden, Red Faction Armageddon
Not everything's candy, red roses and Soul Calibur, as proven in this long list of shorts that took forever to write.
Wed, May 04, 2011 | 11:15 BST
Wednesday shorts: Dragonball, The Old Republic, Mass Effect
It's Wednesday. Which means you're nearly at the end of your week. Push for the win. Right after reading these shorts.
Wed, Apr 06, 2011 | 13:12 BST
Wednesday shorts: Mother 4, ME2 PS3 for Japan, Gabe's favourite game
Here is your short-based stuff for Wednesday. Go nuts.
Wed, Mar 30, 2011 | 11:23 BST
Wednesday shorts: Crysis 2, Will Wright and Stupid Fun Club, Fruit Ninja
Get your Wednesday-themed shorts after the break. It's all go from here.
Wed, Mar 23, 2011 | 12:14 GMT
Wednesday shorts: inFamous 2 dated for Japan, StarCraft II patched, Angry Birds free on PC
Kicking Wednesday in the bollocks yet? Good. Stay with it by catching up on all the little stuff that isn't quite as big as the big stuff.
Wed, Mar 16, 2011 | 06:10 GMT
Wednesday shorts: City of Heroes, RIFT, MMA Supremacy
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