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Militarizing The Police
An unprecedented Act of War has been unleashed upon the American people. Literally, an Act of War, in the sense that a tactical technique that has only previously seen deployment on battlefields has now been deployed against a citizen on the streets of America.
Let's explore how we got to this point.
On July 5th and 6th, 2016, two separate incidents involving the fatal shootings of black civilians by white police officers were captured on video in Baton Rouge and Minneapolis-St. Paul. Preliminary information and video footage of these events evoked civilian protests throughout cities across the nation where, on July 7th, six Dallas Police Officers were fatally shot by a black sniper who voiced anger over the mounting police shootings of black men.
The events that unfolded on the streets of Baton Rouge, Minneapolis-St. Paul and Dallas culminated in a singular crucial event that has been overlooked by some and which may have grave consequences for our future. Witness the emergence of the UGV Drone Strike.
The UGV Drone (Unmanned Ground Vehicle) is a remotely controlled robotic ground vehicle that can serve purposes such as reconnaissance or as a lethal delivery system. These devices have seen extensive use in the Iraqi and Afghan arenas. It differs from the UAV Drones (Unmanned Aerial Vehicle) that we are most familiar with in that it's restricted to ground-based operations. The adoption of tactical devices such as this follows course with the increasing militarization of police departments across the country.
The militarization of police departments can, in many regards, be traced back to nearly three quarters of a century of meddling in the Middle-East, with pronounced effects coming from the Iraq and Afghanistan invasions. The events of 9/11, global terrorism and the rise of the Islamic State Army are all effects of this meddling. The War On Terror has done more to promote the creation of terrorists than any other measure. The War On Terror "Policy" dictates that we annihilate terrorists, and in doing so, civilian collateral damage occurs which, in turn, conceives more resentment and hate from new generations who then become fervent terrorists (or freedom fighters, in their perspective). This "policy" is then doubled-down and the vicious cycle continues. The cycle of violence continues to the point where it threatens the homeland, whereby heavy-handed legislation produces the likes of the Patriot Act, and the Department of Homeland Security.
And, the war machine continues to churn, creating more turmoil and most importantly, the spoils of war --- profit in the form of advantageous mineral-land-grabs, military base installations and lucrative contracts for big corporations within the military-industrial complex.
Through all of this, our nation has witnessed a paradigm shift where militaristic approaches from the battlefields are projected upon the police departments of our cities. We are seeing federal military surpluses being made available to domestic police departments, which increasingly resemble that of National Guard forces rather than that of a civil policing departments. We see camouflage tactical gear being donned, tricked-out assault rifles, signals intelligence (SIGINT), surveillance equipment, directed-energy-crowd-control equipment and militaristic personnel carriers emerging from our local precincts. And, on a cerebral note, one has to ask whether this increasing militaristic atmosphere is having any psychological effect on police by lending a sense of emboldening or bravado which could potentially influence the way they interact with citizens or suspects on the streets ?
A profound, watershed moment was witnessed in Dallas, one which may have opened the gate to a future where many more lives and civil liberties may hang in the balance. This pivotal event involved the use of a UGV Drone ( similar to a PackBot ) that was used to deliver and detonate a C4 explosive at the combatant's location. Boom ! Wow, the government uses suicide bombers too, albeit mechanical in form ! This is unprecedented. Reports of similar tactics have been stated to have occurred in Iraq and Afghanistan, but those were war zones.
This poses the question of just how far the government can escalate force against an American citizen on American soil.
The US has been producing frag grenades since WWII, but have our laws ever allowed police to lob a lethal frag grenade through the window of a building where an armed standoff has occurred? No ! So, is a UVG Drone any different ? No ! Just because it is a non-human robotic device does not detract from the fact that a life is being taken by means of an escalated offensive tactic which has historically been reserved for the battlefield.
This brazen use of a UGV Drone is mind boggling. You would think that authorities would have learned from the perils of the 1993 Waco incident, where armored Tanks (not their munitions) and incendiary devices were utilized, and the lives of many women and children were lost while the wrath of Timothy McVeigh was spawned.
My simple understanding has always been, that the use of lethal force is only viable if opposing deadly force is either exhibited or attempted. If an antagonist exhibits deadly force and then drops their weapon, then there are no longer grounds for use of deadly force against the actor, unless repossession of the weapon is attempted. Thus far, the preliminary evidence from Dallas doesn't exhibit such a scenario and it more closely resembles that of an intent to kill. We can't allow the gravity of this incident to be down-played simply because it was a non-human device that delivered the death blow. Nor can we allow the combatant's gross carnage to be used in justifying his murder, for this would exhibit extrajudicial prejudice of which has no place in our constitution. We have to adhere to the law for without it, chaos ensues. Remote-controlled lethality is no less a killing. And, is there video data from the drone? What if footage showed a civilian combatant with his hands in the air just before detonation? What if it showed a combatant in a wounded and semi-responsive state ? Would that be murder by proxy ? The Dallas Police Department has experienced devastating losses and it should be given some respect. But, while I'm not trying to beat a dead horse here, I can't help but feel like the old adage, "two wrongs don't make a right," applies.
I've heard the excuse, "times are changing and authorities have to keep-up with the bad guys." That's simply nonsense and any statistical inquiry will show that the "bad guys" are still primarily using the same weapons they've been using for the past Century --- blades, clubs, guns and explosives --- they're not running around nowadays with phasers, gravity-cannons and A-bombs or even fully automatic rifles, for that matter ! The fact is, authorities are creating such a disparity in capabilities between those in power and the common citizen that should there ever be an instance when the American people feel justified in exercising their constitutional rights to assemble, create militias and bear arms, it would be a totally fruitless endeavor, for they would be no match for those in power.
Many have warned of a day when heavy-handed tactics used on military battlefields would find application on the domestic streets of America. Well, my fellow Americans, we have just witnessed such an event. The UGV Drone has been unleashed with lethality, which sets precedent and opens the door for a day when unmanned UAV Aerial Drones are dropping their payloads above American soil.
What will these escalated tactics bring upon our society? They will not bring us a safer America, as you will be told by the talking-head pundits. No, it will bring more backlash, bloodshed and criminal innovation and improvisation.
The vicious cycle will never cease until authorities deescalate and allow time for the people to gain a restored faith that they are not being subjugated and assaulted by those appointed authorities who are supposed to be serving in their best interests.


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Best of 2016 No. 8 Print/OOH/Design --Retailer Tok&Stok Brings a Physical Pinterest Button Into Its Stores
Collaboration With Pinterest in Brazil Lets People Add Items to Boards While Browsing in the Store
Editor's Pick
Through New Year's, we'll be counting down the best work of the year in TV/Film/Branded Content, Print/Outdoor/Design and Interactive/Integrated (IX) as our picks of the day.
At #8 in the print/design category is Brazilian furniture retailer Tok&Stok's creation of a physical Pinterest button, for customers to press and add to their PinList on their mobile as they browsed in-store. The idea is an innovative integration of the online and in-store retail environments.
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Brazilian furniture retailer Tok&Stok has integrated Pinterest into its physical stores in an innovative way, letting people trying out furniture items "pin" them directly to their boards while browsing.
In collaboration with Pinterest, agency DM9DDB created a physical Pinterest pin for customers to press, which connects via Bluetooth to the customer's PinList app on their mobile. "The innovation is in the app's easy and intuitive use and all the technology backing it up, so that you don't have to leave the app open or pair your cellphone's bluetooth with the physical button," explained Igor Puga, VP for Integration and Innovation at DM9DDB in a statement.
As seen in the film here, the pins are distributed all over the store, making it easy for people to add any item to their board -- handy, for example, if you're choosing for a wedding list or simply want to try something out for size before purchasing later. It's a great example of integration between the in-store and online environments.
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Number sequencing next to course name means the following: first digit designates the number of lecture hours for the course; the second digit designates the number of lab, clinic or practicum hours; and the third digit designates the credit hours for the course.
MCET 101C Design Graphics I 1-3-2
Please note: This course is not currently being offered.
The first of three course sequence aimed at developing the principles of graphic communication. Technical sketching, industrial print reading and Computer-Aided Drawing (CAD) training are presented concurrently. Topics covered include sketching techniques, lettering, orthographic projections, pictorials, auxiliary views, sectioning, dimensioning, tolerancing, fastening techniques and working drawings.
MCET 102C Design Graphics II 1-3-2
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A continuation of MCET 101C into topics of Computer-Aided Drawing and Design (CAD). The CAD training will include detailing, assembly drawings, Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD & T) and 3D solid modeling.
MCET 105C Engineering Design 4-0-4
This course introduces students to the fundamentals of engineering design and professional practice through the use of hands-on projects. Students will learn about the design cycle and the necessary steps to complete a successful project as a member of a team. Topics include problem identification, brainstorming, drawing and documentation, reverse engineering, testing and evaluation, and manufacturing. Cost, safety, and environmental issues are considered as well as ethical and professional responsibilities. Students will document designs using industry standard 3D modeling software and will be required to communicate their designs through written, oral, and graphical presentations. (This course replaces PLTW 101 Introduction to Engineering Design.) A $10 materials fee will be assessed for all students taking MCET 105C.
MCET 106C Advanced CAD Modeling 2-2-3
This is a computer aided design (CAD) course that builds upon the skills learned in MCET105C Engineering Design. Advanced features of CAD will be explored and demonstrated in their application to mechanical design. CAD program used is latest version SolidWorks. Skills learned include: advanced part features (sweep, loft, and datum curves), design automation techniques (configurations and design tables), advanced assemblies (animation, simulations, and top-down design), and advanced design features (sheet metal and mold design). Participants in the class are eligible to download a student version of SolidWorks and take the Certified SolidWorks Associate CSWA exam. (Prerequisite: MCET 105C with a grade of "C-" or higher, or demonstrated core competency)
MCET 110C Engineering Principles 4-0-4
This course is an introductory level survey course of engineering exploring a broad range of topics across multiple disciplines. Topics include mechanisms, energy, machine control, fluid power, statics, materials, statistics, and kinematics. Students will develop problem-solving skills and technology literacy as they create solutions to various challenges. The use of industry standard 3D CAD and Microsoft Office applications is integrated throughout as students document their designs in written and oral formats. (Prerequisite: MCET 105C, Corequisites: MATH 124C or MATH 109C) (This course replaces PLTW 103C Principles of Engineering.)
MCET 150C Statics and Strength of Materials 3-2-4
Analysis of external force systems acting upon bodies in equilibrium with subsequent treatment of the stresses and strains induced. Laboratory projects will involve the use of nondestructive and destructive testing equipment to determine the various mechanical properties of materials and their behavior under load. (Prerequisites: MATH 124C and PHYS 133C)
MCET 205C Material Science 3-2-4
This course studies the structures, properties and behavior of engineering materials as well as how they can be altered through mechanical working and heat treating. Materials considered are ferrous and nonferrous metals and their alloys, plastics and ceramics. Consideration is also given to the selection of these materials to meet manufacturing and design criteria. Laboratory experiments will complement the classroom presentations. (Prerequisites: CHEM 105C; MCET 150C strongly recommended)
MCET 229C Thermodynamics and Heat Transfer 3-0-3
The fundamentals of equilibrium thermodynamics will be presented. Topics will include thermodynamic properties, processes, process diagrams, the First and Second laws, entropy, and an introduction to thermodynamic cycles. A brief study of heat transfer in its three modes (conduction, convection and radiation) will also be presented. (Prerequisites: MATH 205C and PHYS 133C)
MCET 250C Dynamics and Mechanical Design I 3-2-4
A study of the effect of forces acting on rigid and deformable bodies subject to static and dynamic loading, and the utilization of this knowledge for the design of mechanical components. Major topics include strength and fatigue, kinematic analysis, power transmission, design methodology, and computer applications. (Prerequisites: ENGL 125C or ENGL 120C, MCET 105C, MCET 150C, and MATH 140C)
MCET 260C Mechanical Design II 3-2-4
A continuation of MCET 250C, treating the topics of rigid and elastic fasteners, shafts and bearings, welds, springs, clutches and brakes. A series of design projects combining several of these elements will be assigned. Computer methods will be employed where appropriate. (Prerequisites: MATH 205C and MCET 250C)
MCET 280C Fundamentals of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD & T) 2-0-2
A study of the technical language used to specify engineering design and drawing requirements with respect to actual "function" and "relationship" of part features. The Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD & T) language is based on the US Standard ANSI/ASME Y14.5-1994. Practice in reading and applying the standard will be accomplished with video-taped presentations, discussion periods and workbook practice sessions. (Prerequisite: MCET 101C or permission of department chair of Mechanical Engineering Technology)
MCET 282C Senior Project 2-2-3
This course integrates the previous course work and experiences of the students by allowing them to select, define, research, and report on a single, major technical topic of their choice. The formal classroom environment is set aside and the student works under the guidance of a faculty advisor. There are three distinct phases to the course: proposal phase, development phase, and reporting phase. (Prerequisite: ENGL 101C or permission of department chair of Mechanical Engineering Technology)
MCET 290C Hybrid Vehicle Technology 3-0-3
Please note: This course is not currently being offered.
A general engineering study of the hybrid vehicle design and its impact on the environment and industry. Engineering principles such as vehicle dynamics, energy conversion, energy storage, lightweight and composite materials, power transmission, basic electronics, and thermal management will be applied to a hybrid vehicle. Topics will include alternate fuels, emissions, power sources, and safety issues. (Prerequisites: MCET 101C, MATH 140C and PHYS 133C; or permission of department chair of Mechanical Engineering Technology.)


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Vapor Technology Association Files Lawsuit Against FDA over PMTA Process
The Vapor Technology Association (VTA), a leading U.S. non-profit industry trade association representing the industry-leading manufacturers of vapor devices, e-liquids, flavorings and components and retailers of these products, has filed a lawsuit against the U.S. Food and Drug Administration over its premarket tobacco application (PMTA) process.
The VTA teamed up with Vapor Stockroom (VSR) to file the lawsuit against the FDA in federal court. In question is the PMTA process and what exactly will be required of vapor manufacturers to file these applications. Recently, the PMTA deadline was moved up to May 2020 [read more here] and while the lawsuit was filed by the VTA in regards to its potential negative impact on the vapor industry, the PMTA process and deadline will also impact other covered tobacco products, including the premium cigar industry.
The VTA wants the FDA to clearly define and publish guidance on the specific requirements of the PMTA process. The lawsuit also is seeking to stop the FDA from enforcing its May 2020 deadline for PMTAs and from actions to be taken against those companies that do not file an application in time to meet this deadline. The VTA reports that there are the May 2020 deadline makes it nearly impossible for many small and mid-sized vapor businesses to file an PMTA in time, especially with the process being unclear and without proper guidance from the FDA. The organization is calling for a more reasonable deadline to be set for PMTAs after proper guidance has been published for more time to be provided for the many tests and studies to be conducted that are required by the FDA.
"FDA's constantly shifting regulatory process is wholly unreasonable, unfair and unlawful," commented Tony Abboud, executive director of the VTA. "The Agency has failed to provide advance notice or an opportunity for public comment as required by the Administrative Procedure Act. Grossly accelerating the deadlines and then repeatedly changing the already onerous requirements is unacceptable under any regulatory regime, but this is especially true for vapor products when FDA itself warns that 'it is likely that there would be a mass market exit of ENDS products' that 'could adversely affect the public health.'"
Abboud went on to say that no business should be expected to have conducted the tests required by the PMTA requirement without proper guidance. While the FDA did publish a guidance document for vapor manufacturers to follow for the PMTA process back in June 2019 [read more here], the earlier deadline leaves many companies scrambling to conduct all the necessary tests necessary to file the PMTA. Many questions about the process and its requirements, however, have gone left unanswered and to comply will require more resources than some companies have available to them. This is why Vapor Stockroom, a manufacturer based in Lexington, Kentucky, also joined in on the lawsuit.
"Our company complied with every regulation imposed by FDA and invested in our business while waiting for FDA to deliver on all of the promised PMTA rules, guidance and standards," commented Tony Florence, President of Vapor Stockroom, LLC. "We never thought that FDA would wait so long to provide any direction and then immediately shrink the deadline so that we had no chance to stay in business. It's a devastating one-two punch to small businesses all over the country."
Abboud warns of the devastating impact the PMTA process could have on many businesses if the FDA isn't challenged. The VTA an VSR are being represented by Thompson Hine LLP and the case is titled Vapor Technology Association, et al. vs. Food & Drug Administration. The filing can be viewed here.
For all the latest news from the Vapor Technology Association, visit vaportechnology.org
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Jun 17, 2012 | Written by Patricia Murphy
Day 9: Shira 1 Camp to Moir Camp
When I planned the trip to Africa I had every intention of blogging along the way. But that didn't work, mainly because I didn't feel like it. I found that I preferred to be present rather than reflective all the time. So I took pictures and notes and decided to let the writing come naturally, later.
This morning I sat down to write a post about Day 3 of the Kilimanjaro hike. I asked John what he thought I should highlight about the day and he said, "I don't even remember it." I understand where he's coming from. We crammed so much vacation into 23 days it's hard to even remember the summit, much less the small steps to get there.
But I wanted to write about the day in more detail so I looked at my pictures and I re-read my notes. They made me laugh hard. I think they make great sub-headings so here goes.
Beautiful morning.
We woke in Shira1 camp to delightful weather and I decided to enjoy it since I figured it would be our last morning of above freezing temps. My thermometer said 60 degrees so I pulled out a short-sleeve shirt to start the day. Not bad at over 11,000 feet.
Stanley pretended to be a girl.
So, by now you know that every morning Stanley came to the tent with hot coffee. Day 3 of the hike John and I were shuffling our gear when we heard, "Good morning! Coffee!" in such a convincing falsetto that we thought it was a girl. "Is that Neema?" I asked. Stanley laughed and laughed! He was so tickled that he continued to talk to me only in falsetto the rest of the hike!
Took Diamox 125.
I had a little bit of a headache, and looking back I'm glad I did. It wasn't a pounder. Just a touch of pressure behind my eyes to let me know I was not at sea level. I had worried that a yes or no Diamox decision would be hard for me to make. But as soon as I felt that headache, I was pro Diamox. I popped my first 125 and I think it made a real positive impact on my reaction to the altitude for the rest of the hike.
French toast porridge granola fruit coffee.
Nom nom noms! Kapanya promised all of us we would lose 12 pounds total on the 8 day climb. But at each meal I showed him that my pants were getting tighter. When would I lose my appetite as promised?
Lazy 5 mile walk to Scott Fischer camp.
Kapanya had a plan and I liked it. Instead of hiking to Shira 2 camp with the massive and cigarette-smoking 5-Day Coca-Cola route herds, our group would take a left turn and hike up to Moir camp for some peace and quiet. We strolled an easy 4 miles through moorland where we saw the lobelias and groundels we had been promised.
Then we veered left towards Fischer camp where we stopped for a delicious lunch of tomato soup, pasta, chicken, and of course fruit & veg, cheese, cashews and yogurt. This pic is of Cindy's separate, gluten-free lunch, which I kind of coveted.
John gave geology lessons.
After lunch we had a nice 1 mile stroll to the campsite. Along the way John answered lots of questions about the origin of the rock formations.
Once at camp, we did our third unpacking out of 7 (we were really getting this down to a science) then we started our acclimatization hike up the lava flow to 14,100. That became my new highest elevation (and that night, 13,663 would become my new highest sleeping elevation).
Kilimanjaro song.
After a rest and some tea, which involved shameless stuffing-the-mouth with delicious hot popcorn, Kapanya gathered the group for another photo. After many clicks of the camera, the porters broke into song and we all danced to the beautiful voices of Manase and the rest of the crew.
Larry shared whiskey with cooks.
After the spontaneous dance, Larry must have been in a great mood because he wandered into the cook tent where we saw him passing around his flask of whiskey. Now that's how to make friends on the mountain!
Carrot soup beef rice chipati banana fritter.
This dinner was delish.
OMG the stars!!!!
We walked out of the mess tent and into the cold night. To see stars, you don't even need to look up. It's like the air is saturated with them.
Silk and ultra.
I was cold and afraid of getting colder. I slept with two layers this night, my silk underwear and my ultra-weights.
Yo-Yo Ma thinks about Julia Child dropping roast chicken.
Once again, I was a little too anxious to get to sleep all by myself. So I turned on some Terry Gross and listened to a fascinating interview with Jonah Lehrer about his book Imagine: How Creativity Works. Lehrer tells an anecdote about Yo-Yo Ma, that you should probably read first-hand here: Let's just say it helped me get some good sleep, and made for a great chuckle when I reviewed my notes a few weeks later.
Here is what we had planned for:
Shira 1 to Shira 2 Camp
4 Miles
3 to 4 Hours
Start 11,844 Finish 13,780
Gain of 1936
Here's what my GPS (ready to go now that we're out of the forest!) reported. The great difference in distance came because we hiked to the quiet camp. And I'm so glad we did.:
Shira 1 to Moir Camp
6.44 Miles
4:53 Hours
Start 11,466 Finish 13,663
Gain of 2207
Check out the satellite view here and you can see us moving from the Moorland to the High Desert.


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Friday, 13 January 2012
Queen Margrethe II of Denmark 40 years on the Throne
This Friday festivities start to celebrate Queen Margrethe II's accession to the Danish throne on 14th January 1972. A timely present was the result of an opinion poll, published on 29th December 2011. The Megafon poll was published in the daily Politiken: "Almost eight out of ten Danes have a high opinion of their royal family and would rather live under a monarchy than a republic."
77 percent of all Danes declared they were in favour of the Monarchy, only 16 percent would prefer a republic. In the last couple of years, those in favour of a republic dropped from 25 to 15.8 percent.
Prime Minister Jens-Otto Krag proclaimed the new Queen from the balcony of Amalienborg Palace on 15th January 1972: "King Frederik IX is dead! Long live Queen Margrethe II!"
In her first address to the people, Queen Margrethe II said: "My beloved father, our King, is dead. The task that my father had carried for nearly 25 years is now resting on my shoulders. I pray to God to give me help and strength to carry the heavy heritage. May the trust that was given to my father also be granted to me."
Her Majesty was born on 16th April 1940, at Amalienborg Palace to then Crown Prince Frederik and Swedish-born Princess Ingrid. When Crown Princess Margrethe Alexandrine Porhildur Ingrid became Queen of Denmark on 14th January she choose the motto: "God's Help, the Love of the People, Denmark Strength."
As Danish Monarch, Queen Margrethe II has a seat on the State Council, a position she has occupied since 1958, when she turned 18. In addition, she is the supreme commander of the Danish Defense Forces, a position she has been prepared for, having performed voluntary service with the Women's Flying Corps in 1958-1970 when she received comprehensive training in the corps.
As Head of State, the Queen signs all Acts of Parliament, participates in the formation of a new government, receives regular reports from the Prime Minister. The Queen receives every Ambassador from foreign countries and also formally appoints and dismisses civil servants.
King Frederik IX's funeral in Roskilde: Queen Ingrid, Queen Margrethe II, Crown Prince Frederik, Prince Joachim.
King Frederik IX was laid to rest on the 24th January 1972. In the first row Queen Ingrid, the Queen Mother, Queen Margethe II and Prince Henrik. Behind them are King Constantine II of the Hellenes, his wife, Queen-Annemarie, Princess Benedikte of Sayn-Wittgenstein-Berleburg and her husband, Prince Richard of Sayn-Wittgenstein-Berleburg.
Married to His Royal Highness, Prince Henrik, né Henri de Laborde de Monpezat, Queen Magrethe has two sons, Crown Prince Frederik Andre Henrik Christian and Prince Joachim Holger Waldemar Christian.
Beyond her official duties, Queen Margrethe II has been actively engaged in a number of artistic modes of expression: painting, church textiles, watercolors, prints, illustrations, sketches, decoupage works, scenography, and embroidery. She illustrated many books, including the 2002 reissue of J.R.R. Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings. Her semi-abstract paintings have meanwhile become fixtures in museums and art galleries both in Denmark and abroad.
Queen by the people's vote
The Danish Act of Succession of 27th March 1953 was accepted in a referendum on 28th May 1953 and sets the line of succession to the Danish Throne. The 1953 referendum changed the act making it possible for a woman to inherit the throne in the event that she has no older or younger brothers, a system known as male preference primogeniture, similar to the existing British Succession Laws. As the then reigning King Frederick IX (11th March 1899 – 14th January 1972) had three daughters and no sons, this had the effect that Princess Margrethe became the Heiress Presumptive instead of her uncle Prince Knud.
As King Frederick IX's wife, Queen Ingrid (28th March 1910 – 7th November 2000), was not expected to have any more children, this effectively ensured that Princess Margrethe would become Queen of Denmark, which she did.
Queen Anne-Marie of the Hellenes, youngest daughter of King Frederik IX of Denmark and sister of then Crown Princess Margrethe of Denmark.
Another referendum was held on 7th June 2009 on changing the Act of Succession so that primogeniture no longer puts males over females. In other words, the first-born child would become heir to the throne regardless of gender. The actual line of succession was not changed, because Queen Margarethe's heir is her eldest son, Crown Prince Frederik then follows his first born child, Prince Christian.
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The firm behind the proposed Pines Burn wind farm close to Bonchester Bridge has announced funding of £1.2m in support of further education in the Borders.
Leeds-based Energiekontor, currently hoping to put up 12 turbines on the Harwood Estate, has agreed to give more than £50,000 a year to the Borders Further Education Trust, a partner of the Galashiels-based Borders College.
If the wind farm gets the go-ahead, the money would be made available over 25 years.
A decision on whether or not the wind farm will be given planning permission is expected to be made in the autumn.
Duncan Taylor, a project manager at Energiekontor, told the Hawick News: "Energiekontor is delighted to announce that a funding agreement totalling some £1.2m has been agreed with the Borders Further Education Trust.
"The local community has been very clear that investing in young people and further education makes sensible use of the Pines Burn wind farm community benefit fund, and this agreement earmarks one-third of this total fund to be invested in improving access to education.
"Examples include continual minibus replacement and support grants for young apprentices.
"I would like to thank the trust for its efforts over the past 12 months.
"If planning permission is granted this autumn, we will endeavour to bring Pines Burn forward as soon as possible, and this fantastic organisation can begin to put our investment to good use in the community."
A spokesman for the trust said: "The Borders Further Education Trust is delighted that Energiekontor takes the view that the investment of some of its money should go to supporting further education, within the Borders region.
"It is a very worthwhile contribution to improving facilities and opportunities for young people to gain skills that will enhance their lives and job opportunities.
"This agreement only becomes operative if the company get permission to build the wind farm."
The plans would see the erection of the some of the biggest turbines in the Borders with seven reaching 158.5 metres in height and five standing at 130 metres.
Hawick Community Council is opposing the wind farm's proposals, despite councillors being split in their opinions by seven votes to three.


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Getting Started:
What's an Emergency Fund?
An emergency fund is a rainy day fund, or an umbrella. It is for those unexpected events in life: a job loss, an unexpected pregnancy, a car transmission going out, and so on. This is not an investment or a Bahamas fund! Before saving $1,000 as a beginners emergency fund, make certain that you are current on ALL of your bills. A fully funded emergency fund is 10–12 months of your monthly living expenses set aside in a savings or money market account. Once you have paid off your debt completely, re-start building your emergency fund.
Why do I begin attacking the smallest balance first?
Becoming debt free, is like losing weight. It is an emotional decision you must make and follow through on. Once you reach your boiling point and do not want to live your entire life paycheck to paycheck, is when you will begin the process of eliminating your debt. If it takes your longer than a month to lose a pound of fat, will you stay with that exercise program? Hopefully, absolutely not. Paying off the lowest balance first allows you to get a positive result—and encourages you to keep going. Once you have achieved paying off your debts, your mentality towards your finances will be forever changed.
Where do I begin to manage my finances?
Establish yourself a written game plan. Get your income and expenditure statements together. Check that all of your monthly reoccurring bills are current. While maintaining your bills as current, begin to build your Emergency Fund of $1,000 if your annual income is more than $25,000. If it is less, than just save $500 to start off.
Separate your debt from the lowest balance to the highest balance. Do not pay attention to the interest rate. With the minimal amount due accounted for on all of the bills except the lowest, account for that as your bill payment category in your monthly budget. This falls after your rent/mortgage, transportation, food, and necessary clothing expenditures. Allocate the remaining income to attack the bill with the lowest amount due.
Once you have knocked out the first bill, closed the account and shredded the credit card (if lowest amount is on a credit card); roll that amount over to the next highest bill plus its monthly minimum payment and knock that one out. Keep this pattern up until you have tackled all of your debt.
In the meantime, you should be tracking your money, penny for penny by using a budget. Learn more about budgeting your money.
Saving and Investing:
How is saving different from investing?
Saving is the excess of income over consumption expenditures. It helps stabilize your money. It's money you plan to use in the near future and doesn't need to be subjected to risk; it needs to be safe. That way, it's still there when you want it. There is no financial risk upon saving your money for example, in a savings and/or money market account.
For instance, if you are saving for a car, use a money market account with a mutual fund company. Don't put money into a mutual fund unless you're going to leave it alone for at least five years. Your savings is not intended to gain any interest, it is not an investment.
Do not even think about investing any of your income until you have fully paid off your debt and established a fully funded emergency fund. Then you are ready to invest at most, 15% of your income. When investing, do not follow any advice just because it is the hot thing to do at the moment. Investing is a financial marathon and not a financial sprint. Get all of the facts by performing due diligence in your research and speaking with a professional licensed advisor that demonstrates they have the heart of a teacher and your well being in mind.
Should I stop investing, while paying off my debt?
At this time it is wise to stop investing focus on just paying off your debt minus your mortgage payment (if applicable). Do not withdraw or take any money from your retirement plans if you have them. Just allow for your retirement accounts to remain idle while you attack your debt. Resume contributing to your retirement plan(s) once you have completed paying off your debt and building a fully funded emergency fund.


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Thirteen (13) residents of the National Training School for Boys (NTSB) graduated from Jose Fabella Memorial School (JFMS) in Tanay, Rizal Province last March 15 with the theme "Kabataang mula sa K-12, Tagapagdala ng Kaunlaran sa Bansang Pilipinas."
These residents are children-in-conflict with the law (CICLs) who are undergoing rehabilitation in the NTSB, a residential institution managed by the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Field Office IV-A.
The NTSB provides protection and parental care to CICLs to help them through rehabilitation in a residential setting and prepare them for successful adjustment with their family and community after discharge.
DSWD IV-A Regional Director Leticia Diokno congratulated the graduates and encouraged them to continue valuing their education and the other opportunities being provided to them while in the center.
Dir. Diokno further encouraged the graduates to engage in skills training, which will be useful for them once they are discharged from the NTSB.
Dr. Genia Santos, the schools division superintendent, shared to the graduates the importance of the new K-12 curriculum and how it will prepare them for better opportunities once they graduate.
One of the graduates extended his gratitude to their teachers and the staff of the NTSB for helping children like them in honing their skills. He also reminded the other graduates to continue working hard for their education.
Meanwhile, 16 NTSB residents completed junior high school from JFMS this March 2016.# with reports from JGCaño


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Benoit's Biography
Benoit has been fly fishing since the age of 5, this is now his primary method of fishing for freshwater species. He has been tying flies since 2009. He started initially out of frustration with the quality and selection of commercially availble flies. He is a self taught tyer, and continues to home his skills while he studies through a fishing/hunting program at school. This provides an insight which helps him to understand the behavior and feeding habits of the fish. While he is a novice to the art of fly tying, his love and passion for learning brings him to new patterns and techniques every time he sits down to tie.


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Penn State's Individualized Major Program
The Bachelor of Philosophy program allows students to work with a faculty mentor to develop an individually tailored undergraduate major. Bachelor of Philosophy degrees bridge traditional disciplines and bring together perspectives from the arts, humanities, and sciences on topics such as sustainability, democracy and art, and religion.
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50 Questions Stolen From A 2005 Hotmail Email, Answered in 2015
Why do you go on the Internet?
Honestly, I just find it quite therapeutic to write down my thoughts on this blog whether or not I have anyone reading it. I like writing, but most of all I like connecting with people, hence why this blog isn't private or just a bunch of Word Documents on my desktop.
Favourite social network?
I'd say Twitter for the endless amounts of chats and conversations that can lead to new opportunities, interesting conversations and wonderful meet-ups. Instagram for documenting the good times.
Which celeb do you wish you were related to?
I'd be happy with Taylor Swift being my cousin. I think she'd be fun to have a Christmas party with.
Do you hoard stuff?
I chuck away most things after a while except for old letters and books.
Do you prefer Titanic or The Notebook?
TOUGH ONE. Titanic I think, because I remember watching it aged 8, crying and realising the power of cinema.
Favourite place to eat?
An Italian in Stoke Newington that holds VERY good memories. Also: pizza.
What do you do in your spare time?
Write, travel, see friends, watch films, read books, attend talks and events. Is "drinking beer in the sun" a hobby?
Last compliment you got?
Someone enjoyed something I wrote.
Last insult you got?
My boyfriend said my new jeans made me look like Avril Lavigne.
Who inspires you?
My ambitious friends, my happy parents, my bf, great colleagues, creative and interesting people like Amy Poehler, Tina Fey, Lena Dunham, Amy Schumer, Oprah Winfrey, JK Rowling, random people on Twitter, Zoe Sugg for making a career out of something so new, oh god the list goes on and on and on.
What do you feel is your greatest achievement?
Finally figuring out what makes me happy and really 100% going for it.
What do you value most in life?
Honest relationships and health.
What is your dream job, when you grow up?
Anything that involves the Internet, writing, travelling and meeting new people. Right now I feel exceptionally lucky to have that.
Do you have any phobias?
Not really. I really wouldn't like to get stuck in a lift or lose my teeth though.
Have you ever had a near death experience?
Luckily no, but isn't every day a near death experience?
Do you get pissed off easily?
Not as much anymore. I've definitely learned to just not care too much about things I can't control.
Favourite book?
Hmm that is tricky. I re-read Othello a lot. And Norwegian Wood by Haruki Murakami. And most recently "Opposite of Loneliness" by Marina Keegan which makes me feel different things every time I read it.
Favourite place in the world?
My flat. But Venice for it's beauty. South Africa for it's nature. New York for the buzz.
Favourite film?
The screen adaptation of Ian McEwan's Atonement.
Do you remember your dreams?
I remember them quite regularly. When I do, however weird they are I'll write them down because I always think a dream always means something important and worth analysing. Normally an irrational fear I wasn't aware of.
Have you ever been starstruck?
When I was in loos with Victoria Beckham.
Who knows you the best?
Probably my sisters.
Favourite quote?
Ah I have loads. But one that never leaves me: "I've learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel."
Favourite online article?
I've re-read this one a lot "Seeing Nora Everywhere" by Lena Dunham and also "No you can't pick my brain for free" published on Forbes. I have loads more favourites, but these two stuck in my head.
If you could have a dinner party with 5 celebrities, dead or alive, who would you invite?
Iris Apfel, Obama, Marilyn Monroe, Maya Angelou, Nina Simone.
What would you name the autobiography of your life?
Are We Nearly There Yet? And Other Stories Of An Impatient Gemini
When did you last cry?
The other day, for no reason at all. Time of the month.
What's the hardest thing you've ever done?
De-friending someone.
What was the last experience that made you a stronger person?
Being really hurt, and then getting well and truly over it.
What do you miss most about being a kid?
Having someone take you everywhere. Not having to make decisions.
Name a time where you felt really excited?
In 2010, moving to London with my best friend. I still feel that excitement but now in different ways.
When was the last time you were nervous?
10 minutes ago.
What is something you learned in the last week?
The importance of spending time by myself, and occasionally taking a break from London.
Have you surprised yourself recently?
Yes. That thing that I was thought was impossible is not impossible.
What is one thing you will never do again?
Eat wasabi peas.
What is your pet peeve?
Unnecessary rudeness. When people won't stop sniffing.
What's been your favourite age so far?
This year has been the best year.
What is one piece of advice you would give your younger self?
You know yourself the best.
Four things you don't like/understand?
Football. Mean people. Racism. Violence.
What is the ideal number of people to have over on a Friday night?
What was the worst age you've been so far?
I remember fourteen being a cripplingly insecure age.
What fictional character reminds you most of yourself?
Emma Woodhouse from Jane Austen's Emma. She was a bit of a dick, then sorts herself out.
Do you believe in karma?
Yes. I believe that what you do comes back around. Sometimes on purpose.
Would you give up one of your fingers if it meant you'd have free Internet wherever you go, for the rest of your life?
Omg, I think I would.
Favourite trait in a person?
Someone that will always listen to the full story, without judgement.
Staying in, or going out?
Both in equal measures.
First thing you notice about other people?
Whether they are laughing or smiling.
If you were a crayon, what colour would you be?
Yellow. How you ever feel sad if you were always bright yellow?
Last people you spoke to on the phone?
My dad.
What do you do when you're stressed?
Have a cup of tea – or go and have a word with myself in the toilets.
When are you happiest?
The "taking off your bra" moment; getting home after being away. Working on a project I'm passionate about. Being away in the sunshine. Meeting new people. Writing. When the pizza arrives. When I am learning something new.
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Modern Minimalism
When me met at an event my fashion conscious eye couldn't help but notice the preppy and minimalist style of Karan Berry.
Karan juggles many hats in the creative fields including footwear design, visual spaces and with his partner Leon, has just debuted with their line KARLEO in the Lakme' Fashion Week's summer edition, in Mumbai.
I am drawn to Modern Minimalism as an expression when its used with a clear conceptual edge. I see this in the collections from Calvin Klein blended with the influences from sportswear. This new concept of anti-branding, anti-logo and non-decorative styling finds much favor with me. Here your style becomes more about self-expression and individuality yet remaining anonymous. I am a fan of Muji, a Japanese brand that seems to base itself on this philosophy and has found much success globally.
Karan seems to identify with and incorporate these in his personal style very well. He wears a crew neck long sleeve lightweight knit in purple with a smart fitted, tailored pair of trousers in grey prince of Wales checks, very subtle. The accessories he uses to complete his look, the leather chunky fringe loafers, the bespoke leather backpack, the watch interest me and pleases me the most!
There is a certain attraction in the play of textures, the updated color blocking in the designs, both from the label A.K.A Bespoke, that he is a part of. The contrasts, the green+brown in the shoes and the purple+brown for the backpack are subtle and striking at the same time.
All the best for KARLEO!
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This is post number 100. Writing the first one felt big. So did hitting number 10. And so did number 50. Progress, I guess. Archives. A body of work. Moving forward one post at a time. I figure number 200 will feel even better.
I'm proud of myself for sticking with this thing: keeping discipline, battling through confusing thoughts, and staying up late to do it.
It hasn't always come naturally, but it's been worth every yawn.
For the comments. For the emails. For the ability to keep more friends and colleagues up to date than phones, Skype, and email could possibly handle. For the push to turn my thoughts into language that other people can understand. For the cleansed satisfaction of yanking things out of my head and storing them somewhere other than memory.
And for the excuse to work with my sister.
Most of what I've published here passes by her before it comes online, and every piece she reads is a piece that gets a whole lot better thanks to her thoughts and questions and edits.
I wish I could link you somewhere to give you a better introduction to Giuls, but she's not on the internets. I don't mean to say that she can't do what she needs to do online or use the web with dexterity. She can and she does. But she's not here: there's no online voice that represents Giuliana de Grazia.
Sometimes I think that's a bummer. I wish she blogged. I wish she did the Twitter thing. I wish I'd see her name show up in the comments on this blog. She's a serious writer and a serious thinker, and she'd have lots to say, lots to add.
But sometimes I'm glad that she operates on the outside. I think it's important that we all stay in contact with people that have chosen to maintain a little distance from the internets. It keeps us from forgetting that there's a bigger world out there. An offline world. A world a big part of which we can't touch unless we go visit. In person.
Huge thanks to you, Giuls. For the help. And for the reminder.
Sunday, July 13, 2008
Wisdom from the Other Side
This is post number 100. Writing the first one felt big. So did hitting number 10. And so did number 50. Progress, I guess. Archives. A body of work. Moving forward one post at a time. I figure number 200 will feel even better.
Posted by Jake de Grazia at 5:25 PM
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- Danny Shapiro said...
Giuls is the bomb dot com. Agreed. It's nice to know that you have a sibling as supportive as she. Anywho, let me make this an official vote for Giuls having her own blog.
Votes for: 2 (we know who those two already, duh)
Votes against: (0, unless you count Giuls)
- July 14, 2008 at 3:34 AM
- Jake de Grazia said...
Problem in this case is that the zero has veto power. If only this WAS a democracy, and she would run the risk of losing her office as "Giuls" if she didn't listen to her constituents and do what we want.
- July 14, 2008 at 5:35 PM


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Ayash has over 17 years of strategy, marketing, insights and analytics experience. Prior to starting Loculars, he was an Associate Partner at the consulting firm McKinsey & Company, where he was a core member and leader in the Marketing & Sales practice. Photography started as a hobby during his college days as a member of the Himalayan Explorer's Club, and over the years, his love for unique travel experiences has fueled his passion for capturing those stories visually. He is an avid tennis fan and value investor in his spare time. Ayash holds an MBA (Dean's List) from Columbia Business School, New York, and a Bachelor's in Architecture from the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT)
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Well this is a surprise! We have previously reported about B118 firmware getting leaked http://huaweinews.com/2013/10/ascend-p6-b118-firmware-leaked/. But that's almost a month ago and bootloader was locked on that firmware as all the other ones released to the date. Locked bootloader's means less customization's and less developer attention towards it. Specially Cyanogenmod guys doesn't even bother to develop CM official ROM's for restricted devices like this.
Today Huawei has released official B118 firmware update for the Chinese market. This firmware is different than the leaked B118 because this one has a upgraded kernel compared to the leaked B118 and most importantly developers are reporting that the bootloader is unlocked on this firmware. We don't have solid information just yet but we will find out soon. If you are running leaked B118 firmware at the moment you should difinetely consider updating to this official release. Here are the details about this new update
* Firmware version – P6-U00_EmotionUI_1.6_V100R001C17B118
* Emotion UI version – 1.6
* Android version – 4.2.2
* Kernel version – 3.0.8-00844
Download links,
Even though almost all of the updates went fine, one of our readers reported that this firmware bricked 2 of his phones. Huaweinews.com isn't liable for any damages that might occur. So please proceed at your own risk
Huawei release page (Chinese) [slow] – http://goo.gl/pN6x3b
or use,
HuaweiNews 1Gbps mirror [fast] – http://dl.huaweinews.com/Roms/Ascend-P6/P6-U00_EmotionUI_1.6_V100R001C17B118.zip
Official changelog,
* Updated daily chat, App market market, Music App and some other Apps
* Game compatibility improvements
This firmware is intended for the Chinese P6-U00 but you won't have any problems installing this on your international P6-U06. Keep in mind that languages such as Polish,Dutch might not be included but English is available on this firmware. Google Apps might not be included and you will have to root and install those later.
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By George C. Marshall European Center Public Affairs
Garmisch Partenkirchen, GERMANY (October 3, 2017) – George C. Marshall European Center German Deputy Director Brig. Gen. (ret.) Johann Berger and Garmisch Partenkirchen Mayor Dr. Sigrid Meierhofer marked the Day of German Unity in a ceremony held in the Garmisch Partenkirchen Kongresshaus, Oct. 3, 2016.
Berger and Meierhofer spoke in German and their remarks were translated by the George C. Marshall European Center.
Berger's Remarks
Ladies and gentlemen,
The celebration of the 27th anniversary of German Unification takes place in an eventful year full of significant changes in the regional, global and security environment.
When we take a closer look at the events and developments that started in spring 2014 we realize the enormous impact and scope of those changes:
Crimea and Ukraine, Syria, the IS, terrorism in all European countries, political shifts in Turkey, but also in some European countries, the Brexit vote, the new U.S. administration, the conflict in Korea and the result of the federal election in Germany a week ago.
In his editorial for the Frankfurter Allgemeine (26 September) Klaus-Dietrich Frankenberger describes the election result as a turning point in German history, the most drastic change since 1949 which shakes the very foundations of the Western alliance and the ties between eastern and western federal states.
So the new government -– still to be formed -– will face difficult tasks in the areas of foreign and security policy.
When we take a closer look at the domestic challenges ahead, the changes in our society, economy and social structures, we realize that the new government will have to solve a wide range of problems to prevent the fabric of our society from tearing apart. Mayor Meierhofer has already talked about this in detail.
So what is the situation today, 27 years after the German unification? Has Germany grown together? Have we overcome the "Ossi-Wessi" mentality and become one people?
At a first glance we can say, yes, we have. Bavarians enjoy their holidays at the Baltic Sea resorts, in the region of the "1,000 lakes", in the Spree Forest or the Erz Mountains as much as people from the new federal states like the Alps, Lake Constance or the Black Forest.
But 27 years after Germany's unification, the East is still lagging behind in its economic development and is slow to catch up with the West. According to a report of the federal government which was debated a couple of days ago the economy of the Eastern federal states will not reach the level of the West any time soon.
In the meantime East Germany's per capita gross domestic product amounts to 74% of that of the West, but there are still many obstacles to the complete elimination of the deficit accumulated over four decades of socialist economy in one part of the country.
We need to make sure that the divide between strong and weak regions will not become too deep. In some federal states the difference between booming regions and impoverished areas is larger than in France or Britain.
The impact of globalization and the demographic change could aggravate an already difficult situation and give rise to insecurity.
In many regions people feel forgotten and left behind, this leads to social divisions and provides fertile ground for radicalism.
Political apathy, downward social mobility and xenophobia seem inevitable and start undermining social cohesion, optimism and the basis of a free, tolerant and open-minded society of people ready to help those in need.
But we do need a stable society, and Europe needs a strong and stable Germany which, together with France and other neighboring countries, can become the core of a functioning, stable and resilient Europe.
The large number and complexity of the challenges facing us require concerted action at the European level. Therefore the stabilization and further development of a European Union that will not get stuck in excessive bureaucracy will be the main strategic interest of the new government's foreign policy.
To achieve this goal, Germany's political course has to be predictable, its structures reliable and its spirit confident. The state in the center of Europe needs a well- functioning society on a strong ethical basis which gives support to those that are weak and can be trusted to be willing and able to help those in need.
Both Germany and Europe need the transatlantic link and the support of our transatlantic partners to be able to defend their interests, their security and their stability in the face of the enormous challenges in today's security environment. Europe on its own is not strong enough and does not have the appropriate means to address large-scale military threats effectively, so a purely European policy of prevention and deterrence would lack credibility.
5 June marked the 70 anniversary of the day when George C. Marshall, then U.S. state secretary, gave a speech about the initial draft of a Marshall Plan for Europe addressing the students of Harvard University.
Throughout the 70 years to follow the protection guaranteed by the United States of America under the NATO treaty has been vital for the reconstruction and development of Germany as well as for Europe's freedom.
There are of course different interests and different opinions – not only in the U.S., but also in Europe.
Still, the shared values that have become the backbone of our democratic, free and open societies have enabled us to cope with problems and challenges, and will continue to do so if we adhere to them.
The visits of both the U.S. defense secretary and the German minister of defense at the Marshall Center on 28 June demonstrated, proved and confirmed the truth of this. They both emphasized that U.S.-German relations were built on a close dialog characterized by mutual trust.
Albert Schweitzer once said that if you really want something, you will find a way, if you don't, you will find a reason.
So let us on this 27th anniversary of German Unification look for ways and not for reasons.
For a united Germany, for a functioning European Union, for a functioning and vibrant transatlantic cooperation and friendship.
Then we will be able to ensure that our children, grandchildren and their children will live in a world they love and that is worth living in, where those that are helpless will enjoy support, those without hope are given confidence, and the old and the weak will be treated with respect and maintain their dignity.
Now let me wish you all a peaceful and, thanks to the mountain infantry military band, enjoyable and pleasant day of German Unity.
Mayor Dr. Meierhofer and I would like to thank you for coming and for your attention.
Meierhofer Remarks
Ladies and Gentlemen,
I am very happy that you have followed our invitation and joined us here today to celebrate with us the Day of German Unity. On 3 October, we commemorate an event that is among the happiest in German history. German reunification was a moment of good fortune. It was one of the few nonviolent societal and political changes in the history of Europe - triggered by nonviolent civic protest and effected without the use of weapons.
Naturally, the initial feelings of happiness and euphoria have faded over the years. This often happens when promises remain unfulfilled and expectations remain not or not fully satisfied. Maybe, that will help us understand why so many of our fellow Germans in the East have turned to new political promises of salvation – as happened in the recent federal elections.
Today is a holiday that gives us reason to refresh our memory:
Who would have imagined in the middle of the 1980s that the iron and unshakeable curtain between East and West would fall a few years later?
Who would have thought that the people in the East would be free? Freedom instead of isolation. Democracy instead of dictatorship.
The 3rd of October reminds us primarily that our fellow citizens in the East accomplished a feat.
This day brings home to us that with the peaceful reunification of Germany, something previously unimaginable had happened. This day also makes us aware of how precious our liberal-democratic constitutional order truly is.
Despite all the joyous memories, we have to admit that even 27 years after reunification we have not overcome all the challenges. Globalization, European integration and advances in information technology have undoubtedly added new challenges.
Nevertheless, the inviolable dignity of men, freedom and equality before the law as well as freedom of speech are our greatest, albeit vulnerable values. It is worth fighting for these key values in our constitution. They need to be upheld at the highest level of politics as well as at our regional level. Based on my long-term experience as local politician I can tell you that we are not taking decisions lightly in our municipal council. We often have controversial discussions and debate vigorously about details - sometimes until late at night - until we finally reach a conclusion.
Yes, democracy can be arduous but it is worth the struggle! In our capacity as politicians, we have to ask ourselves whether our decisions are always in the interest of our citizens. The results of the recent federal elections have unfortunately shown that many people in our country feel misunderstood by politicians, they feel left-behind and at a disadvantage. Many people did not go to the polls out of protest or resignation or they gave their votes to those that pretend to have simple solutions for complex problems.
This development increases the division in our society. Division is a contradiction to today's commemoration of unity and of growing together of our country. We had already been much further!
It is obvious that politicians in their capacity as elected representatives are obligated to counteract such a division and to do all they can to maintain and increase trust. I am of the opinion that above all we have to promote social justice in order to prevent further divisions in society.
Social justice starts with education, thus as early as preschool. If we want to guarantee equality of opportunity, we have to make sure that education is accessible free of charge to everyone! Day care facilities, schools, and universities need to provide education at no cost. Free education must be put into practice at the federal or the Länder level, it cannot be done at the local level.
Another important aspect for promoting social cohesion in society, especially at the local level, is the provision of affordable residential housing by the municipality. I am very glad that our local council recently made a decision on social land law, which will provide the preconditions for realizing urgently necessary social housing projects.
Currently, the most important aspect affecting public opinion is security. In recent years, numerous terrorist attacks, an increased media coverage and continuous reporting on such events have upset people´s feeling of security.
Nevertheless, I would like to caution against automatically linking the issue of refugees with the issue of terrorism. It is very clear that in Garmisch-Partenkirchen most conflicts involving refugees or asylum seekers take place within the housing facilities. Apart from these facilities, the overall crime rate in the region has not increased significantly over the past few years according to official statistics. I would like to take this opportunity to thank the local police station headed by Mr. Thomas Kirchleitner and all the police units for their work. Due to their significant contribution, we still feel safe and protected here in Garmisch-Partenkirchen.
Naturally - and it cannot be downplayed – integrating a large number of refugees poses immense challenges. In Germany, the preconditions are favorable in order to cope with this complex task. For example, we should use the shortage of skilled labor and the numerous unfilled apprentice positions in the hotel business, food service industry and crafts and trades to give asylum seekers the opportunity to work or receive education and professional qualification. I would like to call on policymakers to set the course as quickly as possible to give asylum applicants easier access to the labor market.
In terms of integration, many things are already working well. This is due to the many volunteers who have supported refugees in various ways. In our market town and in the administrative district of Garmisch-Partenkirchen there are dedicated groups of helpers who have moved things forward quite a bit. I would like to take this opportunity to thank the helpers and volunteers with all my heart!
Undoubtedly, we are living in times of great challenges. We - the Europeans, the Germans, the Bavarians, the people of Garmisch-Partenkirchen – are in a position to cope with these challenges, providing that we face these tasks - entirely in the spirit of today´s holiday – by working together in unity!
"We are only as strong as we are united, as weak as we are divided", says headmaster Albus Dumbledore in J.K. Rowling´s "Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire". In "Faust" Goethe said 200 years ago, "He only earns his freedom and his life, who takes them every day by storm." Today this is true more than ever.
In case of uncertainty, let us always decide for unity: together we are stronger and together we will cope with the challenges of the future! Thank you!


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