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The Labour supporting tabloid is not alone, with several other papers complaining that the campaign has little to set pulses racing.
An YouGov opinion poll for Sky News carried out just after the election was announced, found that 63% of those questioned stated that they had found the recent campaigning "boring".
Do you find the campaign boring? Or are you sick of this complaint? What, if anything, would inspire you to take more interest? Are the parties avoiding the issues important to you? Send us your suggestions to liven up the campaign using the form on the right.
Dr Martin Farr, political historian at Newcastle University answered your questions on voter apathy. Click on the link to watch the video.
This debate is now closed. Thank you for your comments.
The following comments reflect the balance of opinion we have received so far:
It's no wonder people are bored with election coverage and campaigning. We've had four years to watch the parties at work and a few weeks of frantic point-scoring and self-publicising is probably not of much interest to the general public.Hannah, London
Not boring, just predictable with the main parties rolling out the same old rhetoric time after time - making grand promises, and not delivering.Gareth Stafford, Chesterfield, Derbyshire
How can it be boring when I wake up to find the party sign outside my house has been ripped out of the ground and thrown into the road? Only an election can bring that sort of passion and stupidity at the same time.David Mercier, Kent, UK
Of course it's boring - look at our choice of candidates, none of them can really answer a question properly. They are so out of touch with reality, it's a disgrace.Maria Cornell, Leominster, UK
Bored, no. Exasperated and utterly fed up with the spin and drivel, yes. We have no means of making a formal abstention, so it really isn't any wonder that the British populace are expressing their distaste by simply not voting. It's not apathy, it's disgust.Kate, Bristol
In student union elections we have an option of 'Re-Open Nomination', in case none of the candidates is any good. I think we should have that option at the general election, seeing as listening to the different parties is like theme and variations rather than anything original!Helen, Cambridge, UK
"Parties only target marginal seats." I live and work in one of the top ten marginals. I have had no Labour or Lib Dem campaign literature and neither party has canvassed me. The Tories have tried a little harder. Labour in particular should be ashamed. They have either given up or are complacent. Neither explanation does their candidate any credit.Molly Twomlow, Monmouth, Wales
As this is the first time I have voted in a general election, I think that it would be better if there was more television coverage, debates etc so that I can make an informed decision. At the moment I'm wondering what the difference is between the different parties.Adele Barakat, Hyde, Cheshire
I think it would be wrong to say that the election campaign is boring, they aren't meant to be a fun fair ride. However, I am having trouble believing any party this time round. So much pettiness and not enough real issues discussed. Hence I am going for the tactical vote. I know who I don't want in.Charlotte, Maidstone
Boring yes, but at least it doesn't go on for two years like in the US. After four weeks of this, the snooker World Championship will seem like an adrenalin rush.Michael, Glasgow
Election campaigns are not boring, far from it. I enjoy watching and listening at every opportunity. But I do find the new Conservative poster rather distasteful. They're not known as the nasty party for nothing.Kathy, Exeter
As an American, I must admit that I have hardly noticed the election even though I'm in the UK. The campaign needs more formal "town hall" style debates. A half-hour show on the radio this Sunday just isn't enough. It should be covered on prime time TV, and needs to be 90 minutes long at least so that voters can hear the candidates answer some tough questions.Alan, London
I think the election campaign would liven up if there were more debates, more interviews with the likes of Paxman. I like nothing more than seeing politicians under fire, and seeing how they cope with the pressure.Phil Lowe, Chesterfield
I think that the campaign is fascinating. What drives Michael Howard, at 63, to go to such lengths to obtain power? He seems to be oblivious of what he is revealing about his own character. What makes Tony Blair think it worthwhile to continue after all the abuse of himself and his family?J Westerman, Leeds
I don't understand why anyone can find this election boring or why many people seem to think that the party policies are all similar - what a load of rubbish - there are massive differences if you bother to listen and look. Just take taxes as one example - vote Labour or Lib Dem and we will certainly see tax rises - vote Tory and we will all see some tax cuts - clear enough for you!!Steve Plank, Bracknell, UK
Not boring, but Labour and the Tories have made it despicable. Especially Michael Howard. He has behaved deplorably. I am very interested, but unfortunately it's same old same old from Labour, and what appears to be hate and scaremongering from the Tories. This isn't an election campaign, it's a schoolyard brawl. I'm glad I don't support either of these two bullies.Jennifer Hynes, Plymouth, UK
Not boring, but certainly repetitive. It would help if all parties at least attempted to draw in voters outside of their target groups by having policies on all major issues. For instance, the Conservatives have based their whole campaign on five key policies - these have been talked about so much that people are beginning to switch off.Sarah, Stirling
Unlike the US elections there are no high points to look forward to, no conventions and no debates. It is just five weeks of rather flat and repetitive campaigning. What we need is some good ol' American razzmatazz! Gherkin, Orpington, UK
If you want to liven things up a tad, the media, and big corporations like the BBC should start doing more interviews with minor parties. With people such as Kilroy Silk, and let him of the leash to throw a few grenades around about Europe and watch the sparks fly. After all that's why it's so boring, it's because Europe dictates 70% of our legislation and the politicians can only rattle on about the remaining 30% which they can actually do anything about.Kev Walton, Leeds
I'm not sure that you can liven up politics. It has a reputation for being a dishonest trade at the best of times. Elections are just full of extra spin with some fancy adverts trying to tell us how much they care.Sarah, Manchester
There's certainly no talk of the election where I work or where I spend my leisure time because it's simply too dull to discuss.Ollie Reed, Manchester
Yes, it bores me to tears. Each party and their policies seem as similar as each other. They seem more bothered about getting into power than what is really good for this country.D Clark, Cambridge
Not boring! But we need more televised debate. Where is the presenter provoking talk on controversial issues between rival MPs? The public aren't as stupid as they are treated by the media. Our vote determines the future of key issues to do with the country we live in.Charlotte, Horley, UK
The election is boring because there is no real difference between the parties. With the parties repeating the same right-wing mantra, and not partaking in real debate, how can it ever be interesting?Ross, Notts
No, it is not! It is arguably the most fascinating for years with every possibility of Tony Blair getting his just desserts.John Jay, Walton on Thames
Given the similarities between the parties the deciding factor seems to be which leader the public mistrusts the least. Hardly a flagpole to hang British democracy on is it?Jim Kirk, Basildon UK
With the internet available to most people there is no reason why people can't look beyond the media sound bites and find out the truth about party policies for themselves. As for people who say it is boring, what do they want? An American style campaign where the party with the richest sponsors get the most publicity?Michael, London
After being fed a diet of scandal and sleaze by TV and the printed media for so many years, no wonder many members of the great British public find anything as sensible as important political issues boring, they simply do not understand them.Michael Mciver, Hastings England
Today, politicians address gatherings of the faithful and engage in mutual back-slapping. There are no hustings any more, there's no real debate, just lots of mud-slinging, accusations and counter accusations. Yes, it's terribly boring and a huge turn-off. I will, however, still cast my vote as I have always done.Brian, UK
How many of these people who complain about the campaign being boring have actually been involved in the campaign? I've been out canvassing with my local Lib Dem candidates and the majority of voters had plenty to say for themselves. Doesn't sound like a bored public to me!Joe Chick, Ipswich
I have to admit I really enjoy the extra political coverage during an election campaign. It's basically the only time that politicians will allow themselves to be grilled on any number of issues. The rest of the time they just issue soundbites.Rob, Bath
I'm going Raving Loony this time. The main party candidates are not trying to sell ideas and philosophies that they believe in. They are trying to say whatever they think us voter mugs want to hear at this particular moment. This is why they sound opportunistic and are all saying the same things. I think they regard elections as a sort of feeding time for the penguins. A bit of fun but when it's over they can get back to the real job of pursuing their own agendas. Martin, Wokingham
Not boring, rather alarming. The three parties are all saying the same things about the same issues. Reason? Because they are all targeting the same floating voters in the same marginal constituencies. They have done their market research, they know what this small sect desires, and the rest of us can go hang. Where is political ideology today?Chas Knight, Duxford
The election can be interesting if you believe your vote may go towards making a difference. These are politicians not celebrities, so they are supposed to inform not entertain, that's an added bonus if they do!A. Wilson, Cheltenham
The Sun says it's boring. Perhaps real news and real issues are too much for the Sun journalists to understand. The Sun, the Times and the BBC could try reporting the truth occasionally not just what Campbell wants published.Keith, Shefford
What would encourage me to vote is if we fired all these "professional" politicians who really have no idea of the real world and replaced them with hard working people who already proved themselves in private or public life. And being a successful accountant/lawyer doesn't count!Sam, London
Not boring at all! I love the build up to elections, but this one is one of the best in my lifetime. Michael Howard and his party sleepwalking off the cliff top of defeat is something to actually stay up all night to watch. The more the Tories talk about winning the funnier they look, roll on May 5th. Neil D, Birmingham
Is the campaign boring? It most certainly is. My intellect (such as it is) has not been so insulted since the last election campaign. In fact the mediocrity of this one surpasses every other one that I've been able to vote in since 1979. There are no radical policies; there are no gems, no choices, no subtleties and worst of all, no substantial arguments that really define the difference between the Meek Mild. Trevor, Colchester, UK
Typical! The tabloids call it boring, really encouraging people to vote. They spend the rest of the time trying to destroy the interesting politicians, those with some skeletons and then complain about the quality of politician. Most worrying of all is the overriding political influence of the media. Dave G, Hereford UK
It's the same every time. Just like a school playground each party promises the world, but won't tell you how it will work, whilst rubbishing the others. One day a party will realise that putting a clear message across properly shown will get people to agree or disagree with them. Constantly telling half truths, using vague figures and references are not going to work.Dave, Thatcham
When the system is so undemocratic, is it any wonder? I won't be voting - there is no point given I do not live in a marginal constituency.Ian, UK
The sad thing about this campaign is that there appears to be very little dividing any of the parties on any issue. Therefore it's hard to be excited when whoever gets into power will be exactly the same! Fraser, Aberdeen
The media are as much to blame by covering every aspect for a whole month, so it's no wonder people get bored. Every interviewer asks the same questions, which in turn only receive the same "well, let's look at the whole issue here" answers. The only parts I have watched so far with interest were the Paxman interviews.Ross, UK
Apart from the odd spat, it's remarkably content free. The parties are skirting round any important issue and the people seem to accept it all. I predict a low turnout.David Ball, Wokingham, UK
They need to stop avoiding the real issues people care about. People might start taking some notice then.Dean, Maidenhead, UK
Yes - I'll be glad when it's all over and done with. For the first time I'm unsure who to vote for, and am no closer than I was when the election was called.Robbie H, UK
Any election campaign where the result is such a foregone conclusion is bound to be boring. If the next government wants to fire the next general election campaign they should introduce proportional representation and make each and every vote count.Brian, Lancashire
Why should it be interesting? This is about deciding who's best to run the country, not Pop Idol.Nick Mazonowicz, Bydgoszcz, Poland
The campaign is repetitive and dull. There has been no real debate about principles and the Tories have just focused on narrow issues which are of personal importance to Mr Howard but not to the majority of the electorate.Liz, Worthing, West Sussex
Disgusting would be a more accurate description than boring for this campaign. That Michael Howard should get into the gutter and indulge in character assassination was to be expected. That Charles Kennedy would jump in with him was a considerable surprise. J Westerman, Leeds
Yes, boring because it is so stage-managed. The parties are controlling what is discussed, how and by whom. Hence, for example, no hecklers or questions, please, at Labour party meetings. And was I the only one to spot the placards being offloaded from John Prescott's bus at a Gloucester factory today, to be given to "workers" who greeted him with them when he emerged minutes later? Labour, in particular, have been treating us as irrelevant idiots. Serves them right, then, if the electorate rebels and gives them a "bloody nose".Harry Hall, Chippenham, Wilts


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Antoine Louis Claude Destutt, comte de Tracy (July 20, 1754 – March 9, 1836) was a French Enlightenment aristocrat and philosopher who coined the term "ideology".
The son of a distinguished soldier, he was born in the Bourbonnais. His family was of Scottish descent, tracing its origin to Walter Stutt, who in 1420 had accompanied the Earls of Buchan and Douglas to the court of France, and whose family afterwards rose to be counts of Tracy. He was educated at home and at the University of Strasbourg, where he was noted for his athletic skill. He went into the army, and when the French Revolution broke out, he took an active part in the provincial assembly of Bourbonnais. Elected a deputy of the nobility to the states-general, he sat alongside his friend, the Marquis de La Fayette. In the spring of 1792, he received the rank of maréchal de camp in command of the cavalry in the army of the north; but the influence of the extremists becoming predominant he took indefinite leave of absence, and settled at Auteuil, where, with Condorcet and Cabanis, he devoted himself to scientific studies.
Under the Reign of Terror, he was arrested and imprisoned for nearly a year, during which he studied Condillac and Locke, and abandoned the natural sciences for philosophy. On the motion of Cabanis, he was named associate of the Institute in the class of the moral and political sciences. He soon began to attract attention by the memoires which he read before his colleagues—papers which formed the first draft of his comprehensive work on ideology, named Eléments d'idéologie. He conceived of ideology as the "science of ideas." The society of "ideologists" at Auteuil embraced, besides Cabanis and Tracy, Constantin-François de Chassebœuf, Comte de Volney and Dominique Joseph Garat, professor in the National Institute. (See also: Les Neuf Sœurs)
Under the First French Empire, Tracy was a member of the senate, but took little part in its deliberations. Under the Restoration he became a peer of France, but protested against the reactionary split of the government, and remained in opposition. In 1808, he was elected a member of the Académie française in place of Cabanis, and in 1832, he was also named a member of the Academy of Moral Sciences on its reorganization. He appeared, however, only once at its conferences, owing to his age and to disappointment at the comparative failure of his work. Destutt de Tracy was one of the principal advocates of liberalism during and after the Revolution. He died in Paris.
Destutt de Tracy was the last eminent representative of the sensualistic school which Condillac founded in France upon a one-sided interpretation of Locke. He pushed the sensualistic principles of Condillac to their last consequences, being in full agreement with the materialistic views of Cabanis, though the attention of the latter was devoted more to the physiological, that of Tracy to the psychological or "ideological" side of man. His ideology, he frankly stated, formed "a part of zoology," (biology). The four faculties into which he divides the conscious life—perception, memory, judgment, will—are all varieties of sensation. Perception is sensation caused by a present affection of the external extremities of the nerves; memory is sensation caused, in the absence of present excitation, by dispositions of the nerves which are the result of past experiences; judgment is the perception of relations between sensations, and is itself a species of sensation, because if we are aware of the sensations we must be aware also of the relations between them; will he identifies with the feeling of desire, and therefore includes it as a variety of sensation.
As a psychologist de Tracy deserves credit for his distinction between active and passive touch, which developed into the theory of the muscular sense. His account of the notion of external existence, as derived, not from pure sensation, but from the experience of action on the one hand and resistance on the other, may be compared with the work of Alexander Bain and later psychologists.
His chief works are Eléments d'idéologie (1817–1818), in which he presented the complete statement of his earlier monographs; Commentaire sur l'esprit des lois de Montesquieu (1806); Essai sur le génie, et les ouvrages de Montesquieu (1808). The fourth volume of the Eléments d'idéologie the author regarded as the second section of the work,[1] which he titled Traité de la volonté (Treatise on the Will and Its Effects).[2] When translated into English, editor Thomas Jefferson retitled the volume A Treatise on Political Economy, obscuring the novelties of Tracy's approach.
Tracy advanced a rigorous use of deductive method in social theory, seeing economics in terms of actions (praxeology) and exchanges (catallactics).[3] Tracy's influence can be seen both on the Continent, particularly on Stendhal, Augustin Thierry, Auguste Comte, and Charles Dunoyer,[4] and in America, where the general approach of the French Liberal School of political economy competed evenly with British classical political economy well until the end of the 19th century, as evidence in the work and reputation of Arthur Latham Perry and others. In his political writings,[5] Tracy rejected monarchism, favoring the American republican form of government. This republicanism, as well as his advocacy of reason in philosophy and laissez-faire for economic policy, lost him favor with Napoleon, who turned Tracy's coinage of "ideology" into a term of abuse; Karl Marx followed this vein of invective to refer to Tracy as a "fischblütige Bourgeoisdoktrinär"—a "fish-blooded bourgeois doctrinaire."[6]
Thomas Jefferson, on the other hand, thought highly enough of Destutt de Tracy's work to ready two of his manuscripts for American publication. In his preface to the 1817 publication, Jefferson wrote, "By diffusing sound principles of Political Economy, it will protect the public industry from the parasite institutions now consuming it. . . ."[7]
Also, Stendhal was much influenced by de Tracy's enlightenment ideals, and attended the De Tracy salon regularly, in the 1820s[8]
- ↑ Tracy, Antoine Louis Claude Destutt de, A Treatise on Political Economy, trans. edited by Thomas Jefferson (Georgetown: Joseph Milligan, 1817; reprinted New York: Augustus M. Kelley, 1970), p. x.
- ↑ "Antoine Louis Claude Destutt, Comte de Tracy, 1754-1836", The History of Economic Thought Website
- ↑ Klein, Daniel, "Deductive economic methodology in the French Enlightenment: Condillac and Destutt de Tracy," History of Political Economy, 1985, 17:1, pp. 51-71
- ↑ Hart, David M., Destutt de Tracy: Annotated Bibliography
- ↑ de Tracy, Antoine Louis Claude Destutt, A Commentary and Review of Montesquieu's Spirit of Laws, trans. Thomas Jefferson (1811) (New York: Burt Franklin, 1969)
- ↑ Hart, David M., Destutt de Tracy: Annotated Bibliography
- ↑ Campbell, Willisam F. "Liberty, Peace, and Self-Interest Properly Understood", speech before The Philadelphia Society, Regional Meeting, Wilmington, Delaware, October 10, 1998.
- ↑ Matthew Josephison, Stendhal, p.277
See also histories of philosophy, especially F. Picavet, Les Idéologues chs. v. and vi. (Paris, 1891), and La Philosophie de Biran (Académie des sci. mor. et pol., 1889).
- This article incorporates text from the Encyclopædia Britannica, Eleventh Edition, a publication now in the public domain.
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Here is a rundown of some top story lines for this week's football games:
McNair at Lodi:
- Can the 'D' bounce back? Lodi's offensive attack showed it could be physical against Sheldon. The defense, not so much. The Flames aren't made for shoot-outs, but the speedy Huskies forced one with a host of big plays. McNair presents an even bigger test, having thumped Sheldon, 34-14, in Week Zero.
- Good vibes: The last time Lodi hosted the Eagles, two years ago, it featured a monumental Grape Bowl opening and a historic playoff win by the Flames. Can the good times roll again?
Tokay at Weston Ranch
- A test, at last?: With Galt on the docket afterwards, Friday will be the Tigers' last chance for a legit non-league test outside of the rivalry game with Lodi. Tokay is rolling early, but its first two opponents won a combined five games in 2011. At the very least, the Tigers will be on the road for the first time this fall.
- Can the offense keep at it? Tokay's attack has impressed -- not only with its big plays, but its balance. From Gary Norwood to Bryson Schreiner, a lot of Tigers are getting in on the action. And speedy wideout Travis Dart hasn't even scored, meaning Tokay has yet to show off its full arsenal.
Liberty Ranch at Yuba City
- Who will it be? Liberty Ranch piled up 328 yards on the ground against Lathrop; five rushers had at least 30. On Thursday, Trevon Windley had the big night, but Bryan Golder said any back can bust out during a given game. Whose turn is it this week?
- The home run: The Hawks weren't shy about going for it all against the Spartans, though the results were minimal. Jake Tibbetts lofted up the deep ball early and often; two of them draw defensive pass interferences, one was barely overthrown and another got picked off. Better execution there will make Liberty Ranch's offense much more dangerous.
Galt at Amador
- Attitude, attitude: Given the Warriors' rosters numbers (13) heading into Argonaut, forfeit may well have been the best decision -- there certainly weren't any good options to chose from. But that doesn't make it any less humbling for a traditionally proud Galt program. Coach J.J. Woodward said it has become a rallying point for the players; how will they come out on Friday?
- Stayin' alive: If all goes well, the Warriors should welcome their key players back in time for Friday's contest. But even at full strength, Galt will have limited depth. Can the team make it through without any other major injuries?
Elliot Christian vs. Turlock Christian
- Take two: The Eagles' new-look pistol offense showed some promise on Saturday, but took to long to get rolling. Elliot will look to avoid last week's opening jitters and get off to a faster start this Friday.
- Big Ben: Versatile senior Ben Huckaby awoke Elliot's attack with two big catches against Ripon Christian, finishing with over 200 yards in total offense. And he's the running back. The Eagles want to involve their best play-maker in any way possible, so look for another big game from Huckaby.


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Easter carnival moves downtown April 3
The quarters will be a little closer and there won't be any eggs to hunt, but some intervention by downtown businesses will keep Farmington's Easter carnival up and running this year.
CEEF, the Castle Rock, Empire, Eureka and Farmington community group that has held the carnival in recent years and an egg hunt long before that, announced earlier this year that it didn't have enough volunteers to hold the event. That's when Farmington's Downtown Business Association stepped in.
Amy Nielsen, owner of downtown's Grand Hall Studio, brought the carnival to the DBA looking for help. She said the carnival is an important event in the community.
"Most of the people that come to it expect it," Nielsen said. "If there's people willing to put the time in for it, I think we should keep things going."
CEEF already had the games. Nielsen figured the DBA could provide the manpower.
CEEF and the DBA will hold the event from 9 a.m. to noon April 3 at Grand Hall Studio. A dozen businesses will host games, and there will be giveaways every hour, including a drawing for a new bicycle.
"We'll have plenty of prizes," Nielsen said.
The Grand Hall, on the second level of the Exchange Bank building at the corner of Third and Oak, doesn't offer the same room to move as the gymnasium at Meadowview Elementary School, where the carnival was held last year. But Nielsen has talked with business owners about offering events at their business. And she's recruiting volunteers to keep things running smoothly.
"I'm hoping we don't get everyone at once," she said.
There will be a $1 admission charge for the event to help support CEEF and the DBA.


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(CNSNews.com) – Speaker of the House John Boehner (R-Ohio) said the White House was unwilling to "show the American people the truth" about the botched gun-walking program Operation Fast and Furious, which was halted after U.S. Border Agent Brian Terry was killed, in December 2010, and two guns from the operation were found at the crime scene.
Following a Republican Conference meeting on Capitol Hill on Wednesday, Boehner was asked about a Contempt of Congress vote against Attorney General Eric Holder by the full House, which is scheduled for Thursday.
A reporter asked Boehner, "Tomorrow when the House takes up the contempt vote against Eric Holder, it will only be one week since the committee voted to hold him in contempt. It's also happening on the same day as the health care ruling is coming down, which will obviously take up a lot of the airtime. What is the rush, first of all? And are Republicans trying to bury this, so that, for some reason to just get past it?"
Boehner said, "This vote was scheduled last week. We'd really rather not be there, we'd really rather have the attorney general and the president work with us to get to the bottom of a very serious issue."
"The United States government ran a gun-running operation that has resulted in hundreds of deaths," the Republican leader added. "Brian Terry's family has the right to know what happened. The American people have a right to know what happened, and we're going to proceed."
"We've given them ample opportunity to comply, even as late as yesterday," he said.
"It's an unfortunate place where we are," he said. "But our members raise their right hand and swear to uphold the Constitution of the United States and the laws of the United States -- we're going to do our job."
After more than a year of investigation, the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee voted 23 to 17 to hold Attorney General Eric Holder in Contempt of Congress on June 20. Committee Chairman Darrell Issa (R-Calif.) contends that the attorney general is withholding key documents regarding the gun-walking operation.
President Barack Obama claimed Executive Privilege over the documents hours before the initial contempt vote last week.
The entire House of Representatives will take up the contempt charge on Thursday.
Operation Fast and Furious, a Justice Department program under the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), began in September 2009 and allowed nearly 2,000 guns to flow into Mexico with the apparent intent of tracking the guns to drug cartel leaders. The operation was halted when two of the guns in the operation were found at the murder scene of U.S. Border Patrol agent Brian Terry on Dec. 14, 2010.


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I have just returned from the Annual Meeting of the Society for Historians of American Foreign Relations (SHAFR), which convened at the beautiful Kroc Institute for Peace & Justice at the University of San Diego.
|The stunning Joan B. Kroc Institute for Peace and Justice
I would like to share a brief overview of the exciting work that scholars presented on the history of religion and foreign policy. As is the case with all great conferences, each session boasted multiple panels that I would have liked to have attended, but since I (sadly) can only be in one place at once, I will not be able to offer a full accounting of each panel that addressed religion in some way. Instead, I will discuss two of the panels I attended and then, at the end of this post, I will provide a list of all of the papers that pertained to religion and perhaps other attendees can fill in the gaps in the comments section. This will also serve as a snapshot of some new and forthcoming work in the field.


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Homemade Mac & Cheese
I really, really love food. And thankfully, I love to cook almost as much. One thing I have enjoyed doing over the years as we have been on our "real food journey" is to take favorite recipes and work to make them more healthy and nourishing. At home, I don't really cook with anything processed – I tend to cook most things from scratch just so that I know what I am actually eating and feeding my family!
Here's one of our family's favorites – homemade mac and cheese! It is a "stove top" version so the pot you make it in is the pot you serve it in – saves on dirty dishes! Plus, this recipe is very versatile – I've changed it up a bit by adding in some ham and broccoli to make it more filling – or you can throw in any other veggie you can think of too! It's delicious!
The original recipe came from this book called "American Classics"
I really love this cookbook because they've tried and tested hundreds of recipes and have come up with the best combinations that are tried and true. And these recipes are better for your when you use real food ingredients! I highly recommend this book! No one can have too many cookbooks, right?!
So, here is the revised recipe from the book – their title is Stovetop Macaroni and Cheese:
1 cup fresh bread crumbs (I usually take the ends of a homemade loaf of bread and rip/cut into little pieces)
pinch of real salt (or use garlic salt!)
1 1/2 Tablespoons real butter (if you are local to West Michigan, Moo-ville butter is the BEST – it is creamy, tasty and you know it is good butter when it is naturally really yellow – real butter is yellow and full of vitamins – not the pale, white stuff that is in stores! And yes, butter IS good for you!!! Click HERE to read how/why!)
Macaroni and Cheese:
2 large farm fresh eggs (from pastured chickens is best)
12 oz whole milk (I use farm fresh raw milk)
1/4 tsp hot pepper sauce (such as Tabasco)
2 teaspoons real salt, divided
1/4 tsp ground black pepper
1 tsp dry mustard, dissolved in 1 tsp of water
1/2 lb noodles of your choice – lately I've been using the Tinkyada brand that is wheat/gluten free – I also usually use more like 8 to 12 oz of noodles
4 Tablespoons of real butter (I use Moo-ville Butter)
3 cups of shredded cheese (I've used cheddar, but a combo of any kind could be good!)
1. For the topping, I melt the butter in a saute pan and then add the bread pieces and sprinkle with garlic salt. I saute until they are golden brown and a little crunchy (and try not to eat them all or you won't have any for your topping!)
2. For the macaroni and cheese, first mix the 2 eggs and 12oz milk, along with the hot pepper sauce, 1/2 teaspoon salt, pepper and mustard mixture in a bowl. Set aside.
3. Bring 2 qts of water to boil in a heavy pot or Dutch oven. Add the 1 1/2 tsp of remaining salt. Add macaroni and cook for a total time that is 2 minutes LESS than what the box says (ex. if it says to cook for 10 minute, only cook for 8). Drain and then return macaroni to the pan and add the 4 Tablespoons butter and toss to melt.
4. Next, turn burner to low/medium and add about half of the egg/milk mixture and 2 cups of cheese. Stir gently to combine and melt cheese. Then add the rest of the cheese and egg/milk mixture, gently stirring until cheese is melted and sauce thickens and is creamy – this may take a few minutes (and the reason why you'll want to initially cook your noodles a few minutes less than what is on the box). Top with toasted bread crumbs and serve immediately!


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- Rotation gets to the root of the problem.
Long, Cheryl // Organic Gardening (08973792); Nov96, Vol. 43 Issue 8, p15
Focuses on the benefits of crop rotation. Crop rotation as solution to root knot nematodes; Different rotation sequences for carrots.
- Crop rotations can be worth the gardener's effort.
Long, Cheryl // Countryside & Small Stock Journal; Sep/Oct95, Vol. 79 Issue 5, p30
Presents tips on crop rotation for gardeners. Functions of crop rotation; Three groups for crops.
Long, Cheryl // Odyssey; Mar2009, Vol. 18 Issue 3, p6
The article presents information on an experiment on cotton started in 1896 by Professor J.F. Duggar of Auburn University in Alabama to study the long-term benefits of crop rotation, which is now the oldest cotton experiment in the world, and is continuing till now.
- The effect of farming practices on reducing excess nitrogen fertilizer use
Uri, N. D.; Huang, W.-Y. // Water, Air & Soil Pollution; Sep1994, Vol. 77 Issue 1/2, p79
No abstract available.
- Foxhollow Farm looks to the past to build a bright future.
Uri, N. D.; Huang, W.-Y. // Natural Foods Merchandiser; Dec2012, Vol. 33 Issue 12, p26
The article focuses on Foxhollow Farm, in which generations want to manage the 1,300-acre farm outside Louisville, Kentucky and to return the soil to what three-crop rotation farming had depleted.
- Crop rotation is far more common than continuous planting.
Uri, N. D.; Huang, W.-Y. // Farm Industry News Exclusive Insight; 4/15/2013, p4
The article presents a chart published in the March 2013 Amber Waves which indicates that crop rotation is more common than continuous planting in U.S. farm production, while cover crops remain rare.
Uri, N. D.; Huang, W.-Y. // Texas Gardener; Jul/Aug2013, Vol. 32 Issue 5, p50
The article presents questions and answers related to gardening which include crop rotation practice, solutions for bugs and stink bugs, and the name of a plant with yellow flowers.
Singh, Arshdeep; Dhaliwal, I. S.; Dixit, Anoop // Indian Journal of Agricultural Research; Mar2011, Vol. 45 Issue 1, p21
Paddy-wheat is major crop rotation of Punjab and mostly combines are used for harvesting these two crops. The end use of paddy straw is not yet wide spread either on farm or in industrial sector. Thus straw management in combine harvested paddy fields is a major problem in paddywheat rotation....
- Cotton, wheat rotation keep Texas farm operations viable.
Schoonover, Vic // Southwest Farm Press; 5/20/2010, Vol. 37 Issue 13, p8
The article focuses on the farm operation of cotton and wheat in Texas with the use of 50/50 rotation system which leads to the growth of cotton crop.
- Tillage effects on peanuts are minimal; rotation crucial.
Smith, Ron // Southwest Farm Press; 5/20/2010, Vol. 37 Issue 13, p24
The article reports on the effects of tillage and crop rotation on peanut production in Oklahoma.
- Disease Identification Quiz.
Smith, Ron // Potato Country; May2011, Vol. 27 Issue 4, p23
A quiz concerning crop rotation practice for potatoes, onions, mint, alfalfa, and watermelon is presented.
- Consistent and cheaper crops favour farmers.
Smith, Ron // Farmers Weekly; 12/27/2002, Vol. 137 Issue 26, p36
Focuses on the benefits of consistent and low-cost spring variety crops for British farmers. Information on the plan of farmers to include spring field barley in crop rotation; Views of farmer David Ford on the importance of soil fertility; Advantages of growing barley.
- Foxtail millet for the Central Plains.
Senft, Dennis // Agricultural Research; Jan1998, Vol. 46 Issue 1, p22
Focuses on the discovery of enough moisture on the central Great Plains for a crop rotation that includes foxtail millet, along with wheat. Annual precipitation of the area; Reason for planting foxtail millet; Dry matter per acre being produced by Golden German, one variety of foxtail millet.
- A bountiful harvest of knowledge.
Smithson, Julie Kay // Southwest Farm Press; 11/6/2008, Vol. 35 Issue 21, p5
A letter to the editor is presented in response to the article "Rotation options offer opportunities," by Ron Smith in the October 2, 2008 issue.
- CROPS DIGITAL offers you advice for spring cropping.
Smithson, Julie Kay // Crops; 12/10/2011, Vol. 12 Issue 8, p20
The article focuses on the key spring cropping options for rotation, including linseed, and malting barley.
- Cotton boosts Oklahoma corn and wheat rotation.
Stalcup, Larry // Southwest Farm Press; 10/4/2012, Vol. 39 Issue 19, p15
The article presents information on the role played by cotton in boosting the productivity of corn and wheat and highlights its use in crop rotation in Oklahoma.
- Focus shifts to soybeans.
VOGT, WILLIE // Ohio Farmer; Dec2012, Vol. 308 Issue 12, p40
The article focuses on the use of high yield methods and crop rotation for boosting the production of soybean which has always been considered as secondary crops. INSET: Key Points.
- PFI needs more cooperators.
VOGT, WILLIE // Wallaces Farmer; Feb2013, Vol. 138 Issue 2, p32
The article reports on the recruitment of Practical Farmer's of Iowa of farmers on the third crop rotation project to measure the potential nitrogen saving when transitioning from three year crop rotation.
- Grow better soybeans with these 6 tips.
FLINT, JOSH // Prairie Farmer; Apr2013, Vol. 185 Issue 4, p24
The article shares tips for growing better soybeans, including lengthening the period of crop rotation, not stressing over planting date, and pushing against the upper limit of seeding rate.
- Getting ready for winter canola.
FLINT, JOSH // High Plains Journal; 9/2/2013, Vol. 131 Issue 35, p6B
The article offers information on winter canola, yellow flowering plant, which can be seen in spring time in Kansas and is a rotational crop with winter wheat as it can draw water and nutrients up to the surface from deep down the soil where wheat roots can't reach.
- Optimistic, ready for spring planting.
Le Blanc, Greg; Sandager, Ian; Smith, Rick // Farmer; May2014, Vol. 132 Issue 5, p6
The article focuses on optimism and readiness among farmers in Minnesota for planting of crops during the spring season, and presents views of several farmers from across Minnesota on topics including crop rotation, corn varieties, application of fertilizers.
- Science into practice how crop rotations affect carrot cavity spot.
Le Blanc, Greg; Sandager, Ian; Smith, Rick // Horticulture Week; 8/27/2010, p36
The article focuses on the effects of crop rotations on carrot cavity spot in Norway.
- Experts claim rigid crop rotation schedules can threaten business' viability.
Le Blanc, Greg; Sandager, Ian; Smith, Rick // Horticulture Week; 6/18/2010, p30
The article reports that farmers should not follow specific and rigid rules related to crop rotation as it can harm business viability.
- Effects of soil-applied AC263,222 on crops rotated with soybean (Glycine max)
Shaw, David R.; Wixson, Marshall B. // Weed Technology; Apr/Jun1992, Vol. 6 Issue 2, p276
No abstract available.
- Sulfonylurea herbicide effects on following crops
Moyer, Jim R. // Weed Technology; Apr/Jun1995, Vol. 9 Issue 2, p373
No abstract available.
- Profit with healthier soil.
NANDA, DAVE // American Agriculturist (0161-8237); Mar2014, Vol. 211 Issue 3, p14
The article focuses on various agriculture practices that limit soil compaction and add organic matter to the soil and thus makes the soil healthier and supports more productive crops and also offers several benefits of crop rotation. INSET: 9 reasons for rotating crops.
- Wheat freeze damage provides opportunity to rotate to cotton.
Stotts, Donald // Southwest Farm Press; 5/2/2013, Vol. 40 Issue 12, p16
The article focuses on Wheat growers in Oklahoma State which has witnessed late freezing thus, resulting in crop damage, recovery fro which has been suggested by rotating their failed wheat acres into cotton.
- Researches Regarding the Crop Rotation and Irrigation Influence on Gluten Content of the Wheat Grain in the CriÅŸurilor Plain Conditions.
Stotts, Donald // Bulletin of the University of Agricultural Sciences & Veterinary; 2009, Vol. 66 Issue 2, p532
An abstract of the article "Researches Regarding the Crop Rotation and Irrigation Influence on Gluten Content of the Wheat Grain in the Crişurilor Plain Conditions," by Ileana Ardelean, Cornel Domuţa, Gheorghe Bandici, Maria Şandor, Ioana Borza and Christian Domuţa. is presented.
- Lessons from 2014 growing season.
NANDA, DAVE // American Agriculturist (0161-8237); Jan2015, Vol. 212 Issue 1, p17
In this article, the author talks about agricultural ideas he learnt during 2014 which includes advantages of fields with pattern tile systems for corn, advantages of splitting nitrogen applications, benefits of crop rotation, and timing of fungicide application.
- Opening day for the 2015 growing season.
KNORR, BRYCE // Prairie Farmer; Mar2015, Vol. 187 Issue 3, p101
The article talks about the choices made by farmers in sowing of spring crops for 2015 including durum, soya and sorghum.
- Complex rotations add diversity.
BECK, DWAYNE // Dakota Farmer; Jan2014, Vol. 133 Issue 1, p32
The article discusses the diverse and longer system offered by complex rotations of crop production as well as their advantages and disadvantages.
- Nitrate readings.
Stopes, Christopher // New Scientist; 10/6/90, Vol. 128 Issue 1737, p66
Comments on the practice of organic farming and the use rotations by organic farmers to balance the fertility building pasture phase with the exploitative arable phase.
- predecessor:.
Schlegel, Rolf H. J. // Encyclopedic Dictionary of Plant Breeding & Related Subjects; 2003, p334
A definition of the term "predecessor," which refers to the crop before the recent cropping, within the crop rotation, is presented.
- Stretch your muscles.
DRURY, SALLY // Horticulture Week; 1/8/2013, p23
The article presents the author's advice on how one can build up physical activities by keeping records on the weather's temperature, inspecting grasses for lying water which are prone to algae, and planning crop rotation for vegetables.
- Fight herbicide resistance with rotation.
ARENS, CURT // Nebraska Farmer; Sep2013, Vol. 154 Issue 9, p48
The article focuses on the use of chemistries and crop rotation to address the problem of ragweed and other weeds' resistance to herbicide.
- Pros and cons of simple rotations.
BECK, DWAYNE // Dakota Farmer; Dec2013, Vol. 132 Issue 12, p38
The article discusses advantages and disadvantages of various types of crop rotation which include simple rotations that limits number of crop sequence and interval combination, simple rotations with perennial sequences which limits number of annual crops to manage, and compound rotations.
- Peanut/cotton rotation possible option when Temik is no longer available.
Smith, Ron // Southwest Farm Press; 2/3/2011, Vol. 38 Issue 4, p1
The article looks into the agricultural potential of peanut-to-cotton rotation as an alternative measure to maximize production among peanut farmers following the phase-out of Temik soil-applied insecticide in the U.S.
- Manure, farmer's markets: solution for a growing world's food needs?
Brandon, Hembree // Southwest Farm Press; 6/2/2011, Vol. 38 Issue 14, p4
In this article the author focuses on the statement of John Tester, sighting the lack diversity in crop rotations and less diversity and competition in marketing crops due to the U.S. farm programs.
- Environmental and economic consequences of including...
Foltz, John C.; Martin, Marshall A. // Atlantic Economic Journal; Sep91, Vol. 19 Issue 3, p57
Reports the research's economic results from a study of two typical 202.4 hectare (500 acre) farms in the Eastern Corn Belt in the United States, one with high productivity soil and one with low productivity soil. Analysis of the different scenarios with a mathematical model; What induce...
- How does wheat profitability stack up against other crops?
Danehower, Chuck // Southeast Farm Press Exclusive Insight; 10/16/2013, p1
The article discusses the profitability factor in the development of a wheat production plan such as consideration of factors including financing ability or available capital, crop rotation and seed availability, as well as the timing of wheat harvest in comparison to other production practices.
- Crop rotations provide growers greater herbicide diversity options.
Baldwin, Ford L. // Delta Farm Press; 1/17/2014, Vol. 71 Issue 3, p28
The article presents the author's experience attending county Extension grower meeting as of January 2014, with topics including the use of crop rotation to increase farmers' options for herbicide diversity, weed control for herbicide resistant grasses, and U.S. rice production.
- Big surge in WOSR.
Abel, Charles // Farmers Weekly; 1/10/2003, Vol. 138 Issue 2, p43
Reports on the popularity of winter oilseed rape among British farmers, according to the National Farm Research Unit. Estimated winter rape area; Application of winter oilseed rape as break crop.
Hoffman, Rosetta // Organic Gardening (08973792); Apr88, Vol. 35 Issue 4, p9
Presents a letter to the editor of 'Organic Gardening,' concerning the control of maggots through crop rotation.
Hoffman, Rosetta // Corn & Soybean Digest; Dec2010, Vol. 70 Issue 11, p38h
The article reports that Bruce Erickson, Purdue's director of cropping systems management, estimates that variable costs of rotational corn will be up by 13 percent in 2011 over 2010 while soybean production cost will increase by six percent and a continuous corn costs of about 14 percent in 2011.
- Residual herbicides, different modes of action critical for glyphosate-resistant weed control.
Lawrence, Brantlee // Southwest Farm Press; 2/8/2012, Vol. 39 Issue 4, p27
The article offers recommendations on glyphosate-resistant weed control which include crop rotation, cultivation and tillage practices, and the use of residual herbicides.
- Labor realities and farming.
Lawrence, Brantlee // American Agriculturist (0161-8237); Dec2012, Vol. 209 Issue 12, p31
The article reports that rotating crops and tending them in new ways are unrealistic in the near future in the U.S.
- Focus on soybean fertility.
VOGT, WILLIE // Wallaces Farmer; Dec2012, Vol. 137 Issue 12, p56
The article discusses the importance of planting soybeans as it can boost yields while usinf it as a rotation crop.
- Grow better soybeans with these 6 tips.
FLINT, JOSH // Missouri Ruralist; May2013, Vol. 153 Issue 5, p13
The article offers six tips to grow better soybeans, which include to lengthen the rotation, to create chemical synergy, and to avoid applying nitrogen.
- Deciding whether to rotate crops.
FLINT, JOSH // Garden; Dec2013, Vol. 138 Issue 12, p26
The article discusses the advantages and disadvantages of crop rotation including the reduction in the chance of developing particular soil deficiencies, limited number of crops to rotate and the need to add nutrients to the soil to replace those in the harvested crop.
- Preparing For Spring.
Teulon, Ward // Gardens West; Jan/Feb2014, Vol. 28 Issue 1, p34
The article presents advice for growing crops for spring such as avoiding growing the same crop in the same place every year and rotating the crops every three years. The author states that partial sun is good for leafy vegetables such as lettuce, spinach and arugula but is not good for...


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Sharp rise in new mortgage approvals
Bank of England figures show the number of new mortgages rising by 19% during February.
Last month, the volume of loans approved for house purchases increased to 37,937, up from 31,791 in January.
The figure is at its highest since May of 2008 and compares with a six-month average of 31,500.
The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors recently reported that new buyer enquiries were increasing at their fastest pace since August 2006, attributing the rise to sharp cuts in interest rates and falling house prices.
The Bank of England data on new mortgage approvals could therefore be interpreted as evidence that enquiries are turning into sales.
This view would be supported by today's offering from housing intelligence firm, Hometrack, which has reported that UK house sales increased by 19% in March.
However, house prices are still falling and Hometrack cautioned that any gains may yet be wiped out by the impact of the recession.
Meanwhile, remortgaging activity fell by 4% in February, to 32,633, according to the Bank.
The trend probably reflects a preference among borrowers to move on to lenders' relatively attractive standard variable rates at the end of a fixed term, rather than seek a new deal.
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The May 2011 issue of PR Week, which I subscribe to, reports on the top PR agencies of 2011, and ranks the top 150 agencies by US revenue. Very happy to say that the firm we joined four years ago, Edelman, ranked #1 in the US and globally, increasing its 2010 revenues over those of 2009 by 21%. This growth in great measure came as a result of Richard Edelman's decision to retain staff during the recession, unlike many publicly traded PR firms that had to concentrate on shareholder return on investment, so let staff go. This allowed us to leap frog over Fleishman-Hillard and grab the number one spot. Great news.
But I'm not jumping for joy. Sure I'm delighted the firm is doing well. The Vancouver office grew in a similar manner and I credit our being part of the Edelman family of businesses with that impressive growth.
No, the reason for my sad face is that the faces of all the principles of the 12 largest PR firms, with the exception of two, are men. Edelman included.
A picture, as they say, is worth a thousand words.
In fact, six of the pictures have more than one person in them, almost always men, so if we look at who the leaders of the largest PR firms in the US are at the moment, despite PR being an industry dominated by women, we'd have two women out of 20 — accounting for 10 percent.
Women's faces start appearing more frequently in the rankings of the next 36 companies, where annual US revenues range from a high of $78 million to a low of under $10 million — unlike the top 12 firms that are in the hundreds of millions of dollars. In this category, women's faces appear 12 times out of 36, accounting for 33% of PR leadership. Maybe women are great leaders, but only when fewer dollars are on the table.
I know the saying goes that we've come a long way baby, although the addition of the word "baby" probably undermines just how far we truly have come.
I'm probably old school on this one. Can't completely let go of my 1970's feminist past. Can't help but notice that they're all guys while someone else might just notice a group of handsome men.
But I also can't help believe that women are just as talented, as smart and as driven. And the same glass ceilings that exist in corporate boardrooms across North America, exist in the PR industry as well.
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Comedy Central Announces Original Weekly Improv Series CC: SOCIAL SCENE
Fans tweets come to life with the new Comedy Central digital series "CC: Social Scene," a weekly series featuring improv talent reacting to fans' tweets. Socially inspired by Comedy Central's CC:Studios, the six-episode improv series is hosted by comedian Paul Scheer and directed by Rich Talarico.
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The sharable "CC: Social Scene" video sketches and social content, presented by Redd's Apple Ale, debuts on Monday, July 28, and will be distributed weekly on CC.com, CC Youtube Channel as well as across Comedy Central's social media platforms including Facebook, Tumblr, Instagram and Twitter.
Each week, host Scheer will call out to fans via Twitter to share their favorite ideas around a topic. The "CC: Social Scene" ensemble including Lee Newton, H. Michael Croner, Lilan Bowden, Jacob Womack, Jeff Sloniker and Barak Hardley will improvise sketches inspired by the fans' tweets.
The six sketch topics that the "CC: Social Scene" improv team will act out include:
Break-up Lines - Improv crew enacts a scene inspired by fan submitted break up lines
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BBC Radio 4's Money Box was broadcast on Saturday, 31 January, 2004 at 1204 GMT.
The programme was repeated on Sunday, 1 February, 2004 at 2100 GMT.
The shortfall on endowment mortgages has more than doubled and could reach £30bn, according to the Financial Services Authority (FSA).
One month ago, the Association of British Insurers (ABI) told this programme that 1.5m people would have to find extra money to repay their loans, and that half had already done so.
But now it has emerged that 3.5m homeowners are facing a shortfall.
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Rockin' With Dolly And Ricky On The Double
On this day in 1991, "Rockin' Years" by Dolly Parton and Ricky Van Shelton was number one on the country charts. Today, we begin our "Country Classic Double" with that song, and continue the duets theme with "Meet Me In Montana", a number one hit from 1985 featuring Marie Osmond and the late Dan Seals.
Here's the original video of "Rockin' Years" produced by Dolly Parton.
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When you are working with source code it is nice to have the code properly indented. You can automatically reformat your unindented C / C++ files in Notepad++ to have proper indentation using the TextFX and NppAutoIndent plugins.
When using the mikroC compiler it is best to have your indentation done using 2 spaces instead of the tab character. For this task it is handy to have Notepad++ automatically convert the tab characters into spaces.
Note: The TextFX plugin was one of the first plugins created for the original ANSI version of Notepad++. Since Notepad++ has switched primarily to Unicode the TextFX plugin needs some development work to support the latest features.
Let's install and set up the TextFX Plugin and NppAutoIndent
1. Download and install Notepad++.
2. Download the Unicode version of the Notepad++ TextFX plugin v0.26
3. Now let's install the TextFX Plugin. Start by unziping the ZIP archive TextFX.v0.26.unicode.bin.zip
Next open Notepad++ and from the Settings menu select Import > Import plugin(s)…
In the open dialogue select the NppTextFX.dll file. Notepad++ will then install the TextFX plugin into the Notepad++ plugins folder.
4. Let's open Notepad++ and edit the tab settings. Go to the Settings menu and Select Preferences...
In the Preferences window open the Language Menu / Tab Settings section.
Click on the text Tab size and change the tab size to 2. This means a tab character is equal to two spaces.
Then select Available Items C to edit the settings for c code files.
Enable the replace by space option. This will change the tab indentation characters into spaces.
Click the close button to Close the preferences window.
Programs like MikroC want indentation done with spaces instead of the tab character.


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IMPERIAL AND PALO VERDE VALLEYS, CALIF., AND CENTRAL AND WESTERN ARIZONA — Shipments (CA 19-18-19, AZ 19-17-20) — Movement expected to decrease in Imperial Valley and western Arizona, and remain about the same in all other areas. Trading active at lower prices. Prices lower. Unofficial prices 2/3 cartons 5-6s crenshaw and casaba $8.95-12.95, galia and santa claus $8.45-9.45, juan canary and orange-flesh $8.45-9.45, one-label $12.95, sharyln $12.95. Quality generally good. Prices from trade sources. No f.o.b. report expected to be issued as supplies are mixed and in few hands.
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Pinellas Dems push dinner to opose Rubio
Not letting the paint dry on Republican Marco Rubio's decision to run for the U.S. Senate, Ramsay McLauchlan, chairman of the Pinellas County Democratic Party, sent out this fundraising missive this morning:
"Stopping him must be one of our top priorities. In order to do this, we must continue to keep raising money. To that end, if you have not bought your ticket for our June 13th Dinner, please consider doing that today."
The Democrats with gather June 13 at the Hilton hotel in St. Petersburg.
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House trained • Spayed/Neutered • Current on vaccinations • Prefers a home without: Cats • Primary Color(s): Black • Coat Length: Short
I have been saving Pit Bulls since 2000. I met my first Pit Bull in 1992. His name was Odin. He was one of the best dogs I have ever known. Of course, he was an American Pit Bull Terrier. Since them, I have always tried to educate people on the true nature of this wonderful breed.
My wife and I have used our own money and home to save these wonderful animals. Sure it's great to save one dog at a time. But, now it's time to step it up and save more at a time. For those of you who do not know me, please visit http://www.paradisepet.net/aboutus.html to learn more about me.
Please keep in mind I do own a Pet store. But, I have never and will NEVER sell dogs or cats. The core of my business is nutrition and behavior and selling natural pet products that promote the health and well-being of our pet companions.
We are NOT a shelter....
- Filling out an application does guarantee you will be offered one of our pets...
Thank You!
Your message has been sent to Pitty Rescue, Inc.
You'll receive a copy, too, at to help you keep track of which pets you've inquired about, and which shelters and rescues you've emailed.
NOTE: Some shelters have physical locations you can visit; some of these shelters may only have pets for a limited time, so please do not wait for a reply—just go visit the shelter! Other organizations are rescue groups run by busy volunteers who may take a while to reply. You can find information about the shelter or rescue group caring for this pet, and their adoption procedures, on the pet's details page on Adopt-a-Pet.com.


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A novel by Aileen Armitage
Like his father before him, William, son of the Duke of Normandy, is determined to have what he wants out of life. But he will experience many struggles and be forced to make countless sacrifices before he can truly live up to the name of Conqueror.
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Medical Definition of Comedo
Comedo: The primary sign of acne, consisting of a widened hair follicle filled with keratin skin debris, bacteria, and sebum (oil). A comedo may be closed or open. A closed comedo (called a whitehead) has an obstructed opening to the skin and may rupture to cause a low-grade inflammatory skin reaction in the area. An open comedo (called a blackhead) has a wide opening to the skin and is capped with a blackened mass of skin debris.
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Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Jerome Simpson pleaded guilty today to a felony charge in Kenton County (KY) circuit court. The formal charge was amended to "prohibited acts with a controlled substance" and carries with it a sentence of anywhere from one to five years in prison. For a variety of reasons, however, Simpson's attorney was able to negotiate a 60 day jail sentence and probation for the rest of the sentence.
Simpson accepted a package of about two pounds of marijuana at his Northern Kentucky home back in September. Kenton County Commonwealth's Attorney Rob Sanders said that initial reports from a publication in California, where the package originated, that the package contained over eight pounds of marijuana were inaccurate.
"In fact, the comments out of California compromised the investigation and could have jeopardized officer safety," Sanders said. "I don't know where those people got their information but it was obviously bad. That's why law enforcement agencies should never comment on a case that's not their own."
Because the investigation was compromised, Sanders also said that influenced the charge brought against Simpson. He was quick to add, however, that Simpson was not receiving any special consideration because of his status as a professional football player.
For Simpson, the timing of this incident couldn't be worse. With the departure of Chad Ochocinco and Terrell Owens, Simpson was open to a starting opportunity for the first time in his professional career. While he missed no games because of the legal situation, the cloud of the investigation hung over Simpson's entire season.
Now Simpson enters the off season an unrestricted free agent. Instead of being a rising star that the Bengals might prioritize, Simpson now falls into that sketchy area given the team's past with lawbreakers. As Bengals 101 wrote yesterday, the Bengals are not in a favorable PR position to take any more chances on players with legal problems.
Whether or not the situation will affect his standing with other teams in the league remains to be seen. Simpson will most likely have the opportunity to shop his services on the open market and sentencing next week will likely not prohibit him from playing in 2012.
Ironically, Adam "PacMan" Jones, the Bengals beleaguered cornerback, said via Twitter this morning that his probation had ended. Jones is also a free agent and has been trying to reconstruct his tarnished image in the league.
For Cincinnati, more favorable options exist at both wide receiver and cornerback than Simpson and Jones.Tags: Cincinnati, Cincinnati Bengals, Football, Jerome Simpson, NFL


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The Billboard chart toppers get to work with British actor, Idris Elba, in creating powerful visuals for their 'Lover of the Light' song.
English folk rock band, Mumford & Sons, have collaborated with distinguished British actor, Idris Elba, in their new video for "Lover of the Light". The track is from the band's second studio album, "Babel", which was released September 25 in the U.S. and Canada, and debuted at No.1 on Billboard 200.
The video, also directed by Elba, presents scenic and moving visuals shot in and around the Pembrokeshire countryside in Wales. Elba is depicted as a blind man who suddenly gets a surge of new life as he chooses to drop his walking stick one day and run through the forests and hills, screaming, laughing and bathing in the wonderful sunlight.
Elba's effective shift from a very relaxed character at the start of the video to an emotive and intense state of portrayal is perfect in bringing in more power and depth to the song's already touching lyrics and beautiful music.
The band joked, "We are huge fans of Idris's work, as he's the most badass British actor since Richard Briers. So we trusted him. Talking to Idris and Dan (Cadan, scriptwriter) about making a video that we're not in made it a lot more fun. They wrote the treatment after our ale-infused conversation in a pub in London. What they directed we are proud to present," added the group.
"Lover of the Light" is now available on iTunes.
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2Her sweaty students -- who are well into their hour-long exercise class -- oblige and put down the Pilates rings they were working with. With the music pounding over the speaker, they lie on mats and hold three-pound ball weights in each hand before they launch into scissor kicks, using small, rapid leg motions that have them gasping for breath.
"Grab a sip of water here if you'd like," urges Senderewich, whose students grab their water bottles.
Two wooden rails line each side of the room, one spanning the whole length of the room and the other ending about halfway across.
But there isn't a ballet slipper or tutu in sight at the session, a class inspired by ballet training, but which also tosses Pilates and yoga moves into the mix.
The hybrid fitness session is called a barre class (pronounced "bar") and it's named for the ballet barre dancers use when training.
Barre classes have been popping up in major cities around North America over the past year or two. Madonna, television personality Kelly Ripa and supermodel Helena Christensen -- all New Yorkers -- are reported fans of the ballet-inspired fitness craze that promises followers long, lean muscles.
Moksha Yoga on Waverley Street is the first to bring the barre method to Winnipeg, says owner Ryann Doucette, who currently lives in Minneapolis, where she has opened up a third Moksha studio.
Moksha's signature is "hot" yoga, performed in a room heated to about 37 C.
The barre room at Moksha Yoga is room temperature, however.
Barre classes are something Doucette has had her eye on for a while.
"It's a hot new thing that's going on everywhere else and no one is doing it in Winnipeg yet," says Doucette, noting barre classes emphasize small, controlled isometric movements that may look easy but offer a tough workout using props such as Pilates rings, weighted balls and resistance tubing.
Joel Benedictson, 18, had never heard of barre classes before his friend asked him to join her for the free class.
"It wasn't what I expected, that's for sure. I went in there expecting something on the easy side but it was a really intense workout," says the Sturgeon Heights Collegiate graduate and former football player who was the only guy in the class.
"I didn't even bring a towel because I didn't think I was going to sweat. But I left there and I was drenched. I got a really good burn from some of the leg exercises and the core (work).
"It's a little embarrassing being the only guy in the class and not being able to keep up with everyone."
His friend, Christine Ormiston, 25, felt the same way.
"My sister is a personal trainer. She messaged me and was like, 'Sign up for this class. It's free. It's new,'" says the slender brunette, whose kicks were among the highest in the class. "It was challenging. I feel really good now. I was sweating like crazy."
Jennifer Gottwald, 38, found the barre workout different than her typical hot yoga class. "This kind of opens you up more to have some fun. I like the change of pace."
During the barre session of the class, the students lightly hold onto the barre while the instructor asks her students to back into a curtsey before quickly lunging forward and kicking one leg out.
Most of the people in the class looked as if they were familiar with yoga terminology and didn't have trouble following the yoga-inspired moves.
Senderewich notes that even yoga novices and people with tight, inflexible muscles would benefit from a barre class, since moves can be modified based on the individual's ability. Throughout the class, Senderewich walks up and down the middle of the class, helping students align their bodies correctly if they need assistance.
"We're pushing you, but only to your limit," she says. "And we repeat it. So if you don't get it the first time, you'll get it the second time or the third time."
The class is a dream come true for Monica Rietvelt, a financial adviser.
A year or two ago, she watched a barre-style class in Southern California, wishing she had the courage to try it.
"It looked super tough. It was a 90-minute class and the room was partially heated. The instructor was a former triathlete. She kind of scared me, so I just watched it through the window," says Rietvelt, who has dropped three dress sizes since taking up yoga a few years ago.
When the Winnipeg mother of two found out one of her favourite yoga studios was offering barre here, she decided it was time to "stir things up a bit."
She has no regrets.
"I feel fantastic. I'm probably more energized than I feel after yoga," says Rietvelt, who found maintaining her posture was the toughest part of the class.
As for her childhood dreams of becoming a ballerina, she says today they were, in a way, realized.
"I really didn't think I had the right body type for that... I've never been a small person.
But this (class) makes you feel like you're kind of lighter."
Moksha Yoga on Waverley Street will offer barre classes starting in January. For more information, log onto www.winnipeg.mokshayoga.ca
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