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Obama's 'Native American' Reference During Immigration Speech Sparks Bering Strait Twitter Surge
Yesterday, during a speech on immigration in Las Vegas, President Obama reacquainted the nation with the actuality that "unless you're one of the first Americans, Native Americans, you came from somewhere else – somebody brought you," he said.
Immediately, anti-amnesty apologists and Bering Strait Theory enthusiasts took to Twitter to argue against Mr. Obama and the position that Native Americans never migrated across the northern land bridge 15,000 years ago:
Conservative tweeter @MarkWonderful remarked: "Needless to say, those of us w/some education know that even 'Native Americans' are immigrants, having come over land bridge from Asia."
@QuoteLawrence wrote: "This is the stupidest comment made by stupid criminal sympathizers. You're a native once you're born here."
Although the Bering Strait Theory is frequently considered as an irrefutable fact (at least in the Twitter-sphere), Harvard Medical School Professor of Genetics David Reich declared in July that the Bering Strait remains a theory – and one he anticipates will be refuted with further research.
Still, that hasn't staved the American populace from utilizing the Bering Strait argument whenever the issue of immigration is the topic of caustic debate.
The late Native American writer and scholar Vine Deloria Jr. openly rejected the Bering Strait Theory and, furthermore, encouraged archeologists to put more consideration into American Indian creation stories.
"What Vine was saying was that people need to think critically about what is being said to them," said Professor Theodore Van Alst, Lakota, and the Director of Yale's Native American Cultural Center. "[Deloria] said that they need to listen to the nations and their traditions and their stories."
Van Alst noted that it's also convenient that the pro-Bering Strait Theory community's evidence (if it exists) is "under water" and that the theory is invariably used "to [discredit] notions of indigenous rights to landholding."
"[The Bering Strait Theory] is used to support the notion that we're just an earlier set of people on a long continuum of immigrants," he said. "… There needs be a real reassessment of this thing."
Lauded Canadian journalist and musician Wab Kinew said that the president's comments were "powerful" and that those who employ the Bering Strait Theory are "constantly trying to discredit us and undermine us."
"They're trying to legitimize colonialism," he said.
Kinew added that it's possible that Mr. Obama is finally on the brink of following through with his campaign promises, which date back to the 2008 presidential race.
"I think most Americans will see this as a sign that he could follow through with his initial campaign promise [to] recognize Indigenous Peoples as sovereign nations," he said. "It's a sign that the president gets it when it comes to indigenous history."
All right Obama thank you !
All right Obama thank you ! no one should lay claim on this or any land ! We and all creatures and all living things that are interconnected and share this earth together .It's now the time to stop wasting any more time debating who is american etc.and wake up ! .. to how we and rest of the world can live together in peace ! And stop fighting and destroying each other and this planet !
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It is a scientific fact that the oldest ancient ruins on the planet are in the Americas,South America. And also evidence that the most highly advanced culture was also in the Americas, South America. End of discussion. The evidence is there it's only been recently that this has come to light. It has been kept a secret due to the accepted theory of the European historians
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The Native American Indians are Danites, meaning descendants from the Tribe of DAN who was one of the lost tribes of YAsrael who were scattered to first the EAST lands of Asia. They were pale in complexion with Blonde hair. They were taller in stature compared to the common Asians of today. The the DANITES became SHIP builders & came to the America's by there own built ships. Later in History they became falsely branded as VIKINGS,or Barbarians. Which was a Lie, they were peaceful Peoples.Once settle-ling as permanent New Landers in the America's they became What ENGLAND branded IN LIES.., as SAVAGES, not knowing the CREATOR YAH. otherwise today known as the American Indian's. In TRUTH they were DANITES part of the Lost Tribes of Yaacob/Yasrael. China TODAY has for many thousands of years have tried to hide the Ancient Burial mounds in ASIA that are graves of entombed tall Blonde Caucasian in appearance people that once shared parts of ASIA. ( Do some research on the DANITES of ASIA )
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"openly rejected the Bering Strait Theory and, furthermore, encouraged archeologists to put more consideration into American Indian creation stories." Don't look at science, ask the wise man. We were all shat out by a raven. Duh.
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Always one of the most memorable events on the school calendar, the Migrant Education Awards Ceremony honors the students, and families of those students, who have participated in the district's English for Speakers of Other Languages and migrant academic programs. The guest speaker at this year's event will be Dr. Rubylinda Zickafoose, a former migrant student and current curriculum specialist for the district.
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A legal nightmare is FEMA is -- drying their flood maps the goal is to avoid the sort of devastation that was caused by Hurricane Katrina.
But it's already creating a lot of trouble for families -- are trying to rebuild their homes after the disasters.
-- -- live on this -- -- in Los Angeles morning Adam.
Good morning -- the -- is happening all across the country -- does use these new regulations for three draw communities as flood hazard areas and it's not just in the south -- places you might think of flooding.
-- in places like Sacramento California right in the middle of the of this sac Joaquin delta.
And we met one family that is homeless due to these new regulations.
Happy think when Brad and Jennifer Taylor but -- Sacramento home back in 1998.
It seemed like a good investment and a great place to raise a family.
FEMA and the corps of engineers had -- Certified the levees as a hundred year flood protection.
We thought that it was a safe bet it was a nice neighborhood to move into.
But that all changed last August when the -- came home to find their house in golden flames.
Thankfully no one was hurt but the home was destroyed.
The first thing we felt was really -- -- here so.
That's all stuff can the only place we and insurance but yeah.
-- is immediately start looking to rebuild but soon found that team out without them knowing had reevaluated -- neighborhoods maps they -- area previously deemed safe.
Was now flood zone were homes couldn't be built -- they were raised twenty feet into the air something the city would allow.
And their insurance wouldn't cover.
I conceding and I'm -- belt and I can even see them not wanting to and have people significantly increase the value of their home you know that's and -- a dangerous area.
But not be able to fix your home to the condition that it was prior to a fire.
Vowing to rebuild the family took the complaint a local politician.
Everyone who owns -- in -- Thomas is affected by this.
That some families are disproportionately affected.
When their home is destroyed -- they need to make repairs and they're not able to do so it's been about six months.
And has cellphone handsets and rail.
There's just one neighborhood in Sacramento there are number of them that are below levees in -- you go to see there about four or five major neighborhoods like this now congresswoman Doris Matsui here in California.
Has introduced legislation that would allow for exemptions in cases like this it's currently moving through California's legislature but as you can see -- It's these new -- drawn maps that are causing so many people who had homes there for years.
Really -- I have to have no chance to rebuild.
Boy that's awful situation Adam thank you very much -- the --
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WASHINGTON (CNS) --- Religiously based restrictions on reproductive health services for victims of human trafficking cannot be imposed by the Department of Health and Human Services, a federal judge has ruled. By delegating to the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops the decision on which services to offer or not offer to trafficking victims, HHS violated the Establishment Clause of the Constitution, Judge Richard G. Stearns ruled March 23 in the case filed by the American Civil Liberties Union in federal court in Massachusetts. A USCCB spokeswoman called the ruling a disappointment March 26. "The decision seems to ignore the right of free expression of one's religious beliefs," said Mercy Sister Mary Ann Walsh, USCCB director of media relations. "It's very likely that we would appeal." The ACLU filed the lawsuit in 2009 after learning that HHS officials allowed the USCCB, through its Migration and Refugee Services department, to limit the scope of case management services provided under a five-year contract to assist trafficking victims. First signed in 2006, the contract permitted the USCCB to restrict offering specific reproductive health services --- such as abortion, providing contraceptives and sterilization --- on religious grounds even though the government's original request for proposals to administer the program did not impose any such restrictions. Stearns agreed with the ACLU's contention that HHS violated its constitutional obligations by delegating discretion to the USCCB on which services would or would not be provided to trafficking victims.
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HAVANA (CNS) --- The eyes and the prayers of parishioners in Havana's St. Rita of Cascia Church were focused on the 19 catechumens who will be baptized at Easter. Only the large group of reporters was fixated on the 35 women dressed all in white sitting near the front. But after the Mass March 25, while parishioners visited with each other and with their pastor, the Ladies in White --- the "Damas de Blanco" --- recited the Hail Mary in the back of the church, and then began their weekly protest march along the main street outside. The women's weekly walk began nine years ago as a way to call attention to the imprisonment of their husbands, sons or brothers. The last of the prisoners were released last spring in an agreement negotiated by Havana Cardinal Jaime Ortega Alamino. The women have kept walking to and from the church each Sunday because, they said, even though their loved ones have been released, most of them are not free of government repression, and Cuba continues to arrest dissidents. Elizardo Sanchez Santa Cruz, president of the Cuban Commission for Human Rights and Reconciliation, said in a statement March 25 that at least 70 "peaceful dissidents," including 15 Ladies in White, had been detained in the previous four days as part of a crackdown before the visit of Pope Benedict XVI, who arrives in Cuba March 26. Jacqueline Boni Echevarria, dressed in white and carrying a light orange gladiolus, said, "We come every Sunday. We struggle for freedom." She said her son had been arrested for "having an idea different than the government's."
Father Maciel's legacy, good and bad, lives on in Mexico
LEON, Mexico (CNS) --- Priests from the Legionaries of Christ celebrate Mass every Sunday at the cathedral in this conservative Catholic city, which Pope Benedict XVI visited March 23-26. Youths belonging to the Legionaries' lay movement, Regnum Christi, planned to participate in welcoming the pope to Mexico and volunteer at the papal Mass in neighboring Silao. Businessmen who donated heavily to Legionaries' schools for children in impoverished barrios also attended the Mass. Absent from the papal itinerary in Guanajuato state: victims abused by the founder of the Legionaries, Father Marcial Maciel Degollado. Father Maciel died in 2008, having been told by Pope Benedict to stop practicing his ministry in public and live a life of prayer and penance. The order he founded in 1941 was placed under new leadership by the Vatican in 2010 after an apostolic visitation. It was to be founded anew with a different charism, in repudiation of Father Maciel and his life's work, which is marred by accusations of him sexually abusing seminarians and fathering children. The priest's legacy and influence lives on in Mexico, serving as reminders of the church's shortcomings dealing with the victims of predatory priests and its seeming unwillingness to denounce an enduring culture of entitlement, impunity and privilege in the economic elite that Father Maciel courted. Victims of the Mexican priest attempted to make their voices heard during the papal visit, which came as the Legionaries of Christ are going through a period of organizational uncertainty and profound public skepticism. "We love our church," Jose Barba, professor at the Autonomous Technological Institute of Mexico and an early accuser of Father Maciel, told Catholic News Service in a brief email March 23.
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PHILADELPHIA (CNS) --- As two of his former colleagues prepared to face trial on abuse-related charges, a former priest of the Philadelphia Archdiocese was sentenced to two and a half to five years in prison March 22 after pleading guilty to conspiracy and sexual assault of a 10-year-old boy. Edward V. Avery, 69, who was removed from the priesthood in 2006, admitted in an appearance before Common Pleas Judge M. Teresa Sarmina that he was guilty of involuntary deviate sexual intercourse in the 1999 assault. He also said he conspired with co-defendant Msgr. William J. Lynn, then secretary for clergy in the archdiocese, to endanger children. Msgr. Lynn, who is not charged with any sexual wrongdoing, has pleaded not guilty to charges of conspiracy and endangering children. Another co-defendant, Father James J. Brennan, is accused of raping a boy in 1996 and has also pleaded not guilty. Their trial began March 26.
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This was a first class meal, terrific menu, seasonal selection of northern italian, that was fresh, expertly prepared, and delightfully presented. Our server did a great job, both with the wine and meal. On the wine, we originally ordered a 2008 Paolo Scavino Barolo , but they had sold out. In it's stead, our server recommended a 2008 Marengo Estate Bottled Barolo, which we all found delicious. Did not feel we missed out at all with the wine selection. The amuse bouche was a pate square, perfect start to the meal. I had the carne crusto appetizer, a cannoli/sushi hybrid of steak tartar that had an amazing flavor and texture. Our server recommended the heavenly gnocci pillows for the main course, dessert was a chocolate trio. Great Meal!
I strongly recommend thsi restaurant , this is very expensive but it was the best diner I had .
We had a great meal at this restaurant long established as one of Chicago's best.
This trip to Spiaggia left a salty taste in my mouth...my scallop was overdone (caramelized I might say) and the first three courses were a bit too salty for my taste buds. However, they made it right with the last two courses: gnocchi and lamb chops. The waitstaff and bartender are excellent and they were responsive to my comments...so I'm going to keep coming back! By the way, I dare you to find better gnocchi in Chicago. If you do let me know.
Perfect in every way. Still smiling a week later. Sarah is new hero. Not only was the food amazing, we were lucky enough to chat with both Tony and Sarah before dinner.
Our server was extremely knowledgable, friendly, and prompt. The food was some of the bet I've had in my entire life. The steak was the best steak I've ever had. We requested a booth or a window seat ahead of time when making the reservation and we were seated in a quiet booth right in front of the window. Tons of wine to choose from, our champagne was delightful. What more can I say?
This is one of the great restaurants in the United States. It is outstanding in every way possible, from incredible food, great service and a beautiful dining room. To anyone who is reading this review, please, please totally ignore any negative review that has been posted regarding the service or any other aspect of this restaurant. I have enjoyed Spiaggia many times over the years, and there is no way that anyone dining in this restaurant can legitimately rate Spiaggia with anything less than five stars for food, service and ambience !
Food is excellent with nice presentation. It is everything you would expect in an over-the-top restaurant. Service was very good, but I have had better. My only negative is that the price mark ups on the wine are more than "over-the-top". They are truly unbelievable. I went through the entire wine list of several pages and found only 5 or 6 bottles for under $100. What's more, bottles of wine that I was familiar with and knew typically sold for $30, were priced at $300 at Spiaggia. I understand that a fine restaurant is going to mark up the wine, but this was just ridiculous.
This should be included in your "To Do" bucket list at least once in your life time. Extensively expensive while The "Elegant Dining" experience was much beyond the cost. Service was very attentive, and food presentation amazing & delightful, the perfect makings for memorable evening.
My fiancé and I decided to taste the food of this restaurant before she leaves to go back home to Italy. We looked up a few articles about "authentic" Italian restaurants in the Chicago area. The servers are well trained and knowledgable. They do watch you constantly and that maybe a good or bad thing. We decided to get the 4 course apposed to the 5 course. Both of our courses was very good and delicious. Cooked properly and creative. The problem is is that it wasn't authentic or traditional Italian. The pasta maybe and the cheese. But I couldn't see myself being back in Italy as well as my fiancé. Overall , depending on what your are looking for. This restaurant maybe for you, but I wouldn't recommend spending $115.
Spiaggia is a departure from typical Italian restaurants in terms of it's ambiance and menu items. They offer both a tasting menu and their more traditional items all with an extensive selection of Italian wines and informed pairing recommendtions. It is elegant and upscale with impecacable service. Great for special occasion, or a quiet business meeting.
Romantic setting with a vibrant view. Carefully prepared, fine quality products presented with imagination. Expensive, but proper. Attentive, courteous and knowledgeable service.
Food was excellent. Dinner took way too long. Staff was very friendly. Expect a huge bill.
What a wonderful restaurant. We had a beautiful dinner with a spectacular view of a gorgeous moon. The food was superb and the wine was also wonderful. In
Fantastic meal. The tasting menu was great and some of the dishes such as gnocchi and wood roasted calimari were fantastic. Only downside is that it is pricy.
Think I said everything with the review title! Very good food, better than most of the iItalian restaurants in Italy; perhaps a bit expensive but certainly it is worthy every dollar you spend
Great as this restaurant is, as someone from the SF Bay Area who is accustomed to carrying in say, an '82 barolo for a $30-40 corkage, the prices on the wine list here are stroke-inducing. Unless you're happy paying exhorbitant wine prices, this is a once a year place (at most).
Are first time here was in March and had a wonderful meal. Came to Chicago for Labor Day week end and had reservations on Saturday. What a fabulous evening. Food with the wine pairing , my husband and I are trying to figure out when to come back again .
We were celebrating a milestone and had a 7PM reservation for 5. I had made note of the special occasion when making the reservation and both the hostess and our waiter made appropriate warm mention of our cause for celebration. Seated right away. Our waiter did a wonderful job explaining the dining choices and we all ordered the tasting menus with some changes easily made for dietary preferences. The food was well paced - not too fast or too slow. Lots of people working but very professional, quiet and pleasant. Seamless. And main event - the food - delicious. Beautiful presentation without feeling more like an art project than something one should eat. We also had wine pairings and enjoyed some new wines well chosen to fit each course.
Very good dining experience for a special occasion .
Spiaggia is a wonderful restaurant that has maintained its high standards over many years. It is an impeccable dining experience. We recently dined here on our anniversary and had a wonderful evening.
My husband and I had an excellent evening. It was pricy but the food was some of the best I have ever had and we left full! It was a great date night.
Was great to go and experience, but there are better places for the money.
i have been to this restaurant a few times. Seems every time i come to Chicago I go there. The service is always the best! I love the food as well. The only thing this time was the halibut dish that my wife had. It had a distinct fishy taste. We did not complain but suffice to say she did not finish it. i have been there too many times to say it was a bust because it wasn't just a little crack in their armor. They have changed the menu options and pricing and they may get a little push back on that too. Not for the faint of heart as far as pricing goes.
Everything about the experience of dining at Spiaggia is outstanding. Service, style, environment, food quality are all top notch and the atmosphere is still convivial and not the least bit stuffy in spite of the high quality of the restaurant.
I seek out the best and I'm incredibly hard to please. This place is up there.
It was a great place but the food and wine was not worth the expense. Very small servings and only 3 or 4 bottles of wine that were around $100, the rest were hundreds!
Excellent food,dish after dish, with fantastic service. Great Italian wines. The service was second to none.
The food is imaginative without being obnoxious, and the menu varies often. The kitchen pays excellent attention to detail and provides top-notch food preparation. The wait staff are consummate, polished professionals. The wine choices may be a tad pricey. but the wine list is full of excellent choices. Try Amarone wines there -- nice selection of them and very good, fruity, full-bodied wine. The staff are attentive to the timing constraints of theater-goers. I will return repeatedly with my friends and colleagues -- Spiaggia is impressive for entertaining special guests or important clients. Great Magnificent Mile location within few steps of the best shopping area in Chicago.
We have been to Chicago many, many times over the past 30 years and this was the first time we ate here. Simply amazing. Service, food A+++. Highly recommend.
We were only in town for three days, but we were told many times Spiaggia is a "must go." Since we secured a 7:30pm, Friday reservation only the day before, it didn't surprise me we were seated in a booth facing a wall just around from the kitchen. Normally I wouldn't have been thrilled, but it was my wife's birthday so despite the "energy" from the rest of the dining room, it was great to have some privacy and a quiet conversation. And being dark, the lake view was long gone anyway. Overall, a phenomenal experience! From the three courses my wife chose from the main menu to the six course tasting menu with wine pairings for me, each dish was perfectly presented and executed. Also, the service was very attentive, yet not intrusive.
We enjoyed an exceptional meal at Spiaggia. The food was extraordinary - an imaginative and sophisticated menu focusing on elevated Italian cuisine. Each course was cooked perfectly with flavor profiles that made our taste buds rejoice. Presentation and plating were beautiful. The service was impeccable. The wine list is great. Although the place presents as quite formal, the service was not only very professional and very knowledgeable, but also warm, relaxed and friendly. This is a wonderful place and we will be sure to return.
The service, the food, and the atmosphere all blended together to make our weekend getaway a memorable experience. The Staff was attentive, the pacing of our meal courses was perfect, and the food was splendid. Thank you for a wonderful dining experience.
One in our party did not wear jackets, so we were a bit terse reference to another table. It was not a good start, although we understand. But maybe you'd be a bit clearer with this requirement when booking.
Food was really good and the place has an excellent wine list (although they did not have the Ripasso I was originally looking for). I thought the service was only so so. The original guy serving us needed a personality transplant but he was replaced by a lady with some character which aided the evening. We were spending close to 500 bucks here so I'd expect the service to be top notch and it wasn't (having a reserved personality in a top restaurant is fine but no personality at all is unacceptable in my opinion). The fact that it was a Monday night may not have helped the atmosphere as there were quite a few corporate dinners on the go.All in all a very decent meal and if you like your food you'll be happy you tried here.
Delicious food and wine, wonderful service, exorbitant prices
This is a wonderful special occasion restaurant. You must select either a four course or five course meal and then have a number of options to choose from for either course. Everything was small portions and absolutely delicious and beautifully presented. Our waiter was attentive and friendly while not hovering over us. The wine list, while expensive was extensive. We lingered for two and a half hours and felt no pressure to leave. It is hard to spend less than $400 for two but it was a memorable experience that we would love to repeat when next in Chicago.
After returning from a month at Lago DI Como, we felt at home at Spiaggia. The food was excellent, authentic Italian. The serving sizes were perfect! Thanks for another memorable experience. It is our favorite Chicago restaurant for food and romance!
Simply said...Magnificent. At first, I was concerned about the 5 courses but never fear. The food service was paced well and the portions were perfect. Great wine suggestions. I will go back. Worth every penny. Thanks.
I have now eaten at 2 four star restaurants in my life, and this one was incredible. Being that I am a slightly picky eater, I assumed that there would be some things that I would try and not enjoy. Each dish out of our 5 courses was absolutely delicious. Portion size was perfect. Presentation was amazing. I tried lobster fois gras, as it came with my lobster claw and tail. I didn't enjoy it, but I'm just not a fan of lobster fois gras. It was still tasty, just not up my alley. When I am able to save up enough money on a year or two ;) I shall return.
The food is excellent, our waitress was attentive and in a good mood. It continious to be a must in Chicago
Had the white truffle dinner - simply amazing!! Once a year, my husband and I relive our honeymoon in Tuscany by eating white truffles at Spiaggia. It is so romantic that we always leave re-romanticized. I can't recommend highly enough.
The gnocchi was outstanding. A must have. Everything we had was great but I would pass on the squid ink pasta dish it lacked flavor. Felt wine pairings were good but not served at the right pace Had 2 wines sitting at the table before first course was even served
Went here to celebrate my fiance's 30th birthday and it was a night we will never forget. Amazing food, amazing service. Just very, very special.
Took my wife for her birthday, which they did a very nice job of recognizing several times without going overboard. The service was outstanding, and the food was unique and very good. My wife is more of a foodie, so I was very pleased that she thoroughly enjoyed it. She selected the four course regular menu, and I selected the pasta tasting menu, which for me was not the best choice, although the wine/drink parings were nice. The dinner was nice and long. We thought they should lose the slate plates. In the tasting menu, I was served two cold dishes on slate plates. While they looked cool and kept the dish cold, using regular metal utensils on it was like nails on a chalkboard and took away from the taste experience.
Continues to live up to its reputation as one of the outstanding restaurants in the US. There's always something new and it's always excellent, but not faddish.
Interesting menu, choices made you contemplate before ordering. Antelope chop with marrow was phenomenal, quail was excellent, gnocchi was delicious. A very fine meal finished with cheese and Vin Santo
The food and service were very good but they did not justify the cost. Plus the wines seem to be all 3-4x retail which is really overpriced.
Loved the atmosphere, service and food. Each course was beautifully presented and the evening was very relaxing. The quail was perfect, the diver scallop was delicious, tagliolini neri had wonderful flavors. Very enjoyable experience!
Great place in Chicago Service needs a little improvement: how and when to serve wine, and how much! Synchronization of deserts failed, not acceptable at such a level Overall 4/5, could have been 4.5/5


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Breaking: Border militia leader J.T. Ready suspected as a shooter of killing. Ready was a friend of extremist Russell Pearce
by Dee Dee Garcia Blase on May. 02, 2012, under Independent voter centrist moderate swing vote, Mike Stauffer for Sheriff to Replace Joe Arpaio, National tequila party movement, nativist tea party extremist republicans, Russell pearce Special Elections Recall, The Purple Independent VoterEveryone in Arizona is aware of racist JT Ready and how close friends he was/is with Russell Pearce. In fact, Russell Pearce baptized JT Ready via the Mormon Church. Now we are hearing that he is a suspect in a killing/shooting spree.
Mormons like Russell Pearce, J.T. Ready and Mitt Romney give the Mormon church a bad name. Mormons in the State of Arizona need to identify FAIR, Kris Kobach, John Tanton, and anti-immigrant groups as evil and vile right now! This is a racist game costing lives including another toddler! Isn't it enough when we had to hear about the minutemen killing Brisenia Flores who was in fetal position begging for her life?
I believe the prophet of the Mormon Church should disseminate communications quickly and aggressively on how dangerous racism is via the hate laws being implemented against immigrants and Latinos — and who is behind them. Why should the Mormon church step in again? Come on, Thomas Monson … I'm talking to you, and I know you have the power to do this. These hate laws are costing lives of my people and I take issue with Mitt Romney who was "proud to receive the endorsement and support" of Kris Kobach — a well known bigot. Mitt is a Mormon, and he needs to be told how the Mormon missionaries are out in Latin America converting Latinos to Mormonism. We are all supposed to be brothers and sisters under the sun. Mitt Romney needs to be told that Kris Kobach is an evil and hateful bigot, and he needs to disassociate himself and reject Kobach's endorsement right now. We need to see Mormon leadership again because there are more lives at stake here and it will only get worse unless the good people who claim to be religious step in. Commit to memory how Mormons felt about the self deportation and extermination order of Missouri and how Mitt Romney stated he was in support of self-deportation laws. The John Tanton network and Kris Kobach has been at the helm behind many of these hate laws. This is an emergency. Minutemen have already killed innocent people in the state of Arizona, and we are tired of hearing about killings against my people due to these hate and anti-immigrant laws.
We are watching this case closely.
From the Arizona Central:
A border militia leader on Wednesday shot and killed four people at a Gilbert home, including a toddler, before committing suicide, sources said.
Sources identified the shooter as Jason "J.T." Ready, a reputed neo-Nazi who made headlines when he launched a militia movement to patrol the Arizona desert to hunt for illegal immigrants and drug smugglers.
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COUNTRY DESCRIPTION: Poland is a stable parliamentary and free-market democracy, and a member of the European Union and NATO. Read the Department of StateFacts Sheet on Poland for additional information.
SMART TRAVELER ENROLLMENT PROGRAM (STEP) / EMBASSY LOCATION: If you plan to live in or visit Poland, please take the time to inform our Embassy and/or Consulate about your trip. If you enroll in STEP, we can keep you up-to-date with important safety and security announcements. It will also help your friends and family get in touch with you in an emergency. Local embassy information is available below and at the Department of State's list of embassies and consulates.
U.S. Embassy Warsaw
Aleje Ujazdowskie 29/31, 00-540 Warszawa
Telephone: (48) (22) 504-2784
Emergency after-hours telephone: (48) (22) 504-2000
Fax: (48) (22) 504-2122
U.S. Consulate General Kraków
Ulica Stolarska 9, 31-043 Kraków
Telephone: (48) (12) 424-5100
Emergency after-hours telephone: (48) 601-483-348
Fax: (48) (12) 424-5103
Consular Agency Poznań
Ulica Paderewskiego 8, 61-770 Poznań
Telephone: (48) (61) 851-8516
Fax: (48) (61) 851-8966
Please check the individual web page for the embassy or consulate you will visit to verify the public hours and security regulations.
You are not allowed to bring electronic devices such as cell phones and laptops into our facilities. You need an appointment
for most services; you can find instructions for making appointments on our website.
ENTRY/EXIT REQUIREMENTS FOR U.S. CITIZENS: You may enter Poland for up to 90 days for tourist or business purposes without a visa according to the Schengen Agreement, to which Poland is a party and which allows for free travel between Schengen countries. Your passport should be valid for at least three months beyond the period of stay. You must have sufficient funds and a return airline ticket. For additional details about travel into and within Schengen countries, please see our Schengen fact sheet.
Although European Union regulations require that non-European Union visitors obtain a stamp in their passport upon initial entry into a Schengen country, many borders are not staffed with officers to carry out this function. If you wish to ensure that your entry is properly documented, you may need to request a stamp at an official point of entry. Under local law, travelers without a stamp in their passport may be questioned and asked to document the length of their stay in Schengen countries at the time of departure or at any point during their visit, and could face possible fines or other repercussions if unable to do so.
You will need a visa for longer stays or to work or study in Poland. In such cases, you should apply for a visa at least 3-4 months in advance of traveling to Poland. Visit the website of the Polish Embassy in Washington for the most current information on applying for a Polish visa.
When visiting Poland please refer to the Embassy of Poland website for information on medical and financial requirements needed for entry. If you don't have adequate financial resources, you may be denied entry to Poland. You should carry proof of sufficient medical insurance in case of an accident or hospitalization while in Poland. Medicare does not cover health costs incurred while abroad. For more information, please see the Medical Information for Americans Abroad website.
Similar to U.S. laws that require U.S. citizens to enter and exit on a valid U.S. passport , Poland also requires Polish citizens (including dual U.S. citizens or those with claims to Polish citizenship) to enter and depart Poland using a Polish passport. If you are a U.S. citizen and also a Polish citizen, or if you are unsure if you hold Polish citizenship, you should contact the nearest Polish consular office for further information.
For further information on entry requirements and current visa information, please contact the consular section of the Embassy of the Republic of Poland,2224 Wyoming Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008, telephone (202) 234-3800, or the Polish consulates in Chicago, Los Angeles, or New York.
The U.S. Department of State is unaware of any HIV/AIDS entry restrictions for visitors to or foreign residents of Poland.
Information about dual nationality or the prevention of international parental child abduction can be found on our website. For further information about customs regulations, please read our Customs Information page.
THREATS TO SAFETY AND SECURITY: The terrorism threat in Poland is low, however, like other countries in the Schengen zone, Poland's open borders with its neighbors allow for the possibility of terrorist groups to enter/exit the country undetected. The latest U.S. Department of State Worldwide Caution should be reviewed as a guide on international and transnational terrorism operations against U.S. targets.
Demonstrations are a regular occurrence of the Polish political scene but are, for the most part, orderly and peaceful. Demonstrations regularly occur in Warsaw and are concentrated around Polish government offices, many of which are in close proximity to the U.S. Embassy. During the winter, these activities taper off, but spring and summer witness a large number of such events. Demonstrators are typically vocal but law-abiding, and events involving 15 or more people require permits in advance from the government. The average size of a demonstration in Warsaw last year was several hundred people and occurred, on average, twice monthly. You should be vigilant in protecting your security, bearing in mind that even demonstrations intended to be peaceful may turn violent. Avoid street demonstrations whenever possible.
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CRIME: While Poland generally has a low rate of violent crime, the incidence of street crime, which sometimes involves violence, is moderate. Major cities have higher rates of crime against residents and foreign visitors than other areas.
Organized groups of thieves and pick-pockets operate at major tourist destinations, in train stations, and on trains, trams, and buses in major cities. Thieves often target overnight trains. Most pick-pocketing on trains occurs while boarding or disembarking. In a common scenario, a group of well-dressed young men surround you in the narrow aisle of the train, jostling and pick-pocketing you as they supposedly attempt to get around you. You should guard your passport, money, credit cards, and cell phone. The number of car thefts and carjacking has significantly declined, but theft from vehicles and attempted highway robberies remain a concern. Be wary of people indicating you should pull over or signaling that something is wrong with your car. If you pull over, you may find yourself suddenly surrounded by thieves from another vehicle. If you encounter someone indicating that there is trouble with your car, continue driving until you reach a safe spot (a crowded gas station, supermarket, or even police station) to inspect your vehicle. There have been incidents of thieves opening or breaking passenger-side doors and windows in slow or stopped traffic to take purses or briefcases from the passenger seat. Remember to keep windows closed and doors locked, and use parking garages and anti-theft devices. You should not leave valuables in plain sight inside vehicles, as this increases the opportunity for theft.
U.S. citizens of Asian and African descent have reported being targets of verbal harassment and physical attacks while traveling in Poland.
Under Polish law, if asked by Polish police, you must verify your identity by presenting a travel document, a residence permit card, or an identity card issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Recently, the Border Guards (Stra%u017C Graniczna) have increased random travel document checks on trains originating from or transiting border countries. Border Guards may appear in plain clothes when requesting passports and other travel documents, which are scanned into a handheld scanner for verification. If you are a tourist, this means that you are expected to carry your passport with you. Please ensure the security of your passport while traveling to prevent incidents of pick-pocketing or theft. Keep a copy of your passport biodata page (and any pages with valid visas) in a safe place separate from the passport itself; this can help you when applying for a new passport if yours is lost or stolen.
You should change money only at banks or legitimate money kiosks. A legitimate offer to change money by an unknown person on the street is extremely rare and would almost certainly be a scam. Automated teller machines (ATMs) are widely available throughout major cities in Poland. Most Polish ATMs offer instructions in multiple languages and allow access to U.S. bank accounts.
The press has reported that criminal organizations have illegally obtained users' ATM card numbers and PIN codes by electronically "skimming" the information from victims' cards at public ATMs. Try to use machines at more secure or heavily traveled and monitored locations, such as commercial banks, large hotels, shopping malls, and airports. You should notify your bank of all international travel before you leave the United States, and monitor your personal bank account after traveling.
Polish bars and dance clubs are generally safe for the vast majority of visitors. However, as in many cities, people may approach you with offers of illicit drugs, which are against the law in Poland. Be mindful that security personnel at nightclubs could respond more forcefully than at similar venues in the United States. Whereas casinos and gaming establishments are government-regulated, some are affiliated with, or have attracted the interest of, organized crime.
Don't buy counterfeit and pirated goods, even if they are widely available. Not only is it illegal to bring such items into the United States, if you purchase them, you may also be breaking Polish or EU law.
VICTIMS OF CRIME: If you or someone you know becomes the victim of a crime abroad, you should contact the local police and the nearest U.S. embassy or consulate. We can:
The local equivalent to the "911" emergency line in Poland is 112.
Please see our information on victims of crime, including possible victim compensation programs in the United States.
CRIMINAL PENALTIES: While traveling in Poland, you are subject to its laws, even if you are a U.S. citizen. Foreign laws and legal systems can be vastly different from our own. In some places you may be taken in for questioning if you don't have your passport with you. It is illegal in Poland to take pictures of military buildings and other national security or restricted objects. Driving under the influence could land you immediately in jail. Likewise, riding a bike while under the influence is also illegal and can result in being jailed, paying steep fines and banned from riding a bike in Poland for half a year or more. Criminal penalties in Poland vary from the United States. There are some things that might be legal in Poland, but illegal in the United States, for which you can be prosecuted under U.S. law, such as buying pirated goods. Engaging in sexual conduct with children or using or disseminating child pornography in Poland is a crime prosecutable in Poland and in the United States. If you break local laws in Poland, your U.S. passport won't help you avoid arrest or prosecution. It's very important to know what's legal and what's not wherever you visit.
Penalties are severe for possessing, using, or trafficking in illegal drugs in Poland, and you can expect long jail sentences and heavy fines if convicted.
If you are arrested in Poland, the authorities are required to notify the nearestU.S.embassy or consulate of your arrest, but this does not always happen quickly. If you are concerned that the Department of State may not be aware of your situation, you should request the policeor prison officials to notify the nearest U.S. embassy or consulate of your arrest. This pertains in particular to dual U.S.-Polish nationals, since Poland does not recognize (although it does not prohibit) dual nationality. A person holding Polish and U.S. citizenship is deemed by Poland to be a Polish citizen.
SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCES: If you import more than 10,000 Euros cash equivalent (currency, traveler's checks, and other cash instruments) as part of the arrival process, you must complete a form to declare it. You should have this form stamped by Polish customs and retain it for presentation on departure. Undeclared cash may be confiscated upon departure and you may also be prosecuted for carrying undeclared cash. Most banks now cash traveler's checks, ATMs are readily available, and credit cards are widely accepted. Polish customs authorities may enforce strict regulations concerning the export of items, such as works of art. Works created more than 50 years ago or considered to be of high cultural or material value may be legally exported only with permission from the Provincial Conservator of Relics, even if you imported it only temporarily (e.g., for an exhibit or performance). You should declare the item to customs upon entry and carry proof of ownership in order to avoid problems on departure. Contact the Polish Embassy in Washington, D.C., or one of the Polish consulates in the United States for specific information regarding customs requirements.
If you are a women traveling abroad, please review our travel tips on the Women Travelers page on Travel.State.gov.
LGBT RIGHTS: Consensual same-sex sexual activity is not criminalized in Poland. Polish law prohibits discrimination in employment on the basis of sexual orientation and gender identity. For further information on Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender (LGBT) travel, please read our Information for LGBT Travelers page.
ACCESSIBILITY: While in Poland, individuals with disabilities may find accessibility and accommodation very different from that in the United States. The law prohibits discrimination against persons with disabilities in employment, education, access to health care, and the provision of other state services. Although the government generally enforces these provisions, the social acceptance of persons with disabilities is not as prevalent as in the United States.
The law requires buildings to be accessible for persons with disabilities. Other laws require retrofitting of existing buildings to provide accessibility. In Warsaw and other major cities, public buildings and transportation generally are accessible. Outside of major metropolitan areas, accessibility is less available.
MEDICAL FACILITIES AND HEALTH INFORMATION: Adequate medical care is available in Poland, but hospital facilities and nursing support are not comparable to American standards. Physicians are generally well trained, but specific emergency services may be lacking in certain regions, especially in Poland's small towns and rural areas. Younger doctors generally speak English, but nursing staff usually do not. Doctors and hospitals often expect immediate cash payment for health services. Medications are generally available, although they may not be specific U.S. brand-name drugs.
You can find information on vaccinations and other health precautions on the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) website. For information about outbreaks of infectious diseases abroad, consult the World Health Organization (WHO) website, which also contains additional health information for travelers, including detailed country-specific health information.
MEDICAL INSURANCE: Do not assume that your insurance will go with you when you travel. It's very important to find out BEFORE you leave whether or not your medical insurance will cover you overseas. You need to ask your insurance company two questions:
In many places, doctors and hospitals still expect payment in cash at the time of service. If your policy doesn't cover you outside of the United States, you should take out another one for your trip. For more information, please see our medical insurance overseas page.
TRAFFIC SAFETY AND ROAD CONDITIONS: While in Poland, you may encounter road conditions that differ significantly from those in the United States. The information below concerning Poland is provided for general reference only, and may not be completely accurate in a particular location or circumstance.
You must have an International Driving Permit (IDP), obtained prior to departure from the United States and a U.S. driver's license, in order to drive in Poland. A U.S. driver's license alone is not enough, and U.S. citizens cannot obtain IDPs in Poland. Only two U.S. automobile associations — the American Automobile Association (AAA) and the American Automobile Touring Alliance (AATA) — have been authorized by the U.S. Department of State to distribute IDPs. According to Polish law, an international driver's license is only valid for six months. If you plan to stay for more than six months in Poland, you are required to obtain a Polish Driver's License. Polish roadside services, while not always at American levels, are rapidly improving. The Polish Automobile Association (Polski Zwi%u0105zek Motorowy Auto-Tour, equivalent to AAA) has multilingual operators and provides assistance countrywide 24/7. You can reach them by calling (22) 532-8427, or (22) 532-8433. The police emergency number is 997, fire service is 998, ambulance service is 999, and the general emergency number is 112. Seat belts are compulsory in both the front and back seats, and children under the age of 12 are prohibited from riding in the front seat. Children younger than 12 years old and who are shorter than 4'11" must ride in a child car seat. You must use headlights year round, at all times, day and night. The use of cellular phones while driving is prohibited except for hands-free models. Making a right turn on a red light is not allowed. Turning right on red with a green arrow is the equivalent of turning right on red in the U.S. Unlike in the United States, the green arrow in that case does NOT give you the right of way. Police will ticket for traffic violations, and fines can be substantial. If you are a non-resident, you are expected to pay fines immediately to the police officer issuing the ticket. You must be prepared to pay in local currency, though in some cases credit cards are accepted.
You should note that road fatalities are high in Poland, placing it among the more dangerous places to drive in Europe. There has been a substantial increase in the number of cars on Polish roads and driving, especially after dark, is hazardous. Roads are sometimes narrow, poorly lit, frequently under repair (especially in the summer months), and are often also used by pedestrians and cyclists. The Ministry of Infrastructure has a program called "Black Spot" (Czarny Punkt), which places signs at locations with a particularly high number of accidents and/or casualties. The signs have a black spot on a yellow background, and the road area around the "black spot" is marked with red diagonal lines.
Alcohol consumption is frequently a contributing factor in accidents. Polish law provides virtually zero tolerance for driving under the influence of alcohol, and penalties for doing so (defined as a blood alcohol level of 0.02 or higher) include a fine and probation or imprisonment for up to two years. Penalties for drivers involved in accidents are severe, and can include imprisonment from six months to eight years or, in the case of drivers under the influence of alcohol or drugs, up to twelve years.
Within cities, taxis are available at major hotels and designated stands or may be ordered in advance by telephone. Some drivers speak English and accept credit cards. When hailing taxis on the street, you should avoid those that do not have a company name and/or telephone number displayed since these may not have meters and many of them charge significantly more. Do not accept assistance from self-professed "taxi drivers" who approach you in the arrivals terminal or outside the doors at Warsaw Airport, but rather use only those that display telephone numbers and a company name and are at designated taxi stands.
Unpredictable weather throughout the year can cause problems on the roads. For instance, Poland experienced numerous floods in 2010, during which many bridges were closed and road travel was significantly disrupted. Please monitor local conditions when traveling.
Please refer to our Road Safety page for more information. Also, we suggest that you visit the website of Poland's National Tourist Office and Poland's Ministry of Infrastructure,which is responsible for road safety.
AVIATION SAFETY OVERSIGHT: The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has assessed the Government of Poland's Civil Aviation Authority as being in compliance with International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) aviation safety standards for oversight of Poland's air carrier operations. For more information, travelers may visit the FAA's safety assessment page.
CHILDREN'S ISSUES: Please see our Office of Children's Issues web pages on inter-country adoption and international parental child abduction.
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This replaces the Country Specific Information for Poland dated April ,2013 to update the sections on Traffic Safety and Road Conditions, Special Circumstances, Crime Penalties, Medical Facilities and Health Information, Crime, Entry and Exit Requirements, and Threats to Safety and Security.


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A website called 24/7 Wall Street analyzed beer sales and found there are nine beers that have plummeted in sales since 2007. Here are the nine beers Americans don't seem to want to drink anymore . . .
1. Michelob Light, down 70%.
2. Budweiser Select, down 62%.
3. Milwaukee's Best, down 59%.
4. Miller Genuine Draft, down 56%.
5. Old Milwaukee, down 54%.
6. Milwaukee's Best Light, down 40%.
7. Heineken Light, down 37%.
8. BUDWEISER, down 29%.
9.Labatt Blue, down 28%.
(USA Today)
KIM BASINGER appeared in a lot of commercials back in the '70s, but her BEST work came in a 1978 ad for a "beer-enriched shampoo." Yes, you heard that right.