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Aaron Barret was in Scottsdale, Arizona on Saturday and Sunday for a One one One Kicking Lesson and evaluation.
Aaron is former University of Hawaii and New Mexico athlete. He also has played for the Bakersfield Blitz in the arena league and was signed by the Kansas City Chiefs in 2007.
Aaron is 26 years old and is a teacher in California and has some tough decisions to make. Should he keep teaching and move on with his life and career or still chase a dream?
Aaron drove to Scottsdale on Saturday and wanted my opinion or evaluation of his talent.
We started the first session with Aaron kicking and me watching and analyzing. I could tell right away he had good pop! He also got excellent elevation on his ball.
However, he was erratic on his starting position and his consistency. He was not happy with the way he was kicking. I could tell he needed some help.
We talked for a while and he wanted some help. Being a full time teacher and coach he had not been kicking a lot and that was part of the problem.
Aaron is an excellent athlete and has kicking skills however has never been coached on kicking. He has gotten by on talent. To make it in the NFL you need talent and consistency.
I started to teach Aaron my system.
First we got Aaron to mark off his steps more precisely. Below we made sure he was the correct distance on every approach.
Below, If you have a consistent approach you will have a consistent perfect plant!
Below, If you have consistent contact on the ball with the same leg swing and follow through...
and end up on balance just like Aaron is below. You have a chance to be consistent!
Part of being a good evaluator is also having the ability to project.
If Aaron takes the system I taught him and uses his talent and potential. His chances of getting into the NFL will be greater.
I told him to go back home and practice. Like all clients he will see more improvement in two to three weeks. If he continues working the drills and emphasizing the teaching points I gave him his new muscle memory will kick in.
Aaron will be able to make the correct decision for his future. Should he take one more go at the NFL or hang up the spikes.
Check out Aaron's kicking technique in the short video below:
I think Aaron is young and has talent. I would like to see him try it one more time!
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Nowhere to run – man arrested after first ever bank robbery near North Pole
A suspected armed robber has been arrested after the first ever bank robbery in a remote archipelago near the North Pole.
The bank raid happened in Svalbard, the world's northernmost settlement, located in the Arctic Ocean halfway between Norway and the North Pole.
Police have said the suspect was a foreign national travelling in the region but did not reveal any other details other than a man with a gun "seized a sum of money" and was later "arrested quite quickly".
The man was arrested in the centre of Longyearbyen and will be questioned in the northern town of Tromso on the Norwegian mainland.
Longyearbyen, which lies about 1 000km from the North Pole, is famous for its glaciers and polar bears, which outnumber the human population of just 2,000 people.
The main way of leaving the Svalbard archipelago, which is roughly twice the size of Belgium, is by plane from the small airport.
Temperatures in winter regularly plunge to below minus 20 degrees Celsius (-4F) and can drop below minus 40 (-40F).
Commentators on social media were quick to make fun of the failed bank robbery. "He probably forgot to think about his escape route," quipped one, while another posted: "The most reckless bank robbery in Norwegian history?"
"The most reckless bank robbery in Norwegian history?" said one Twitter user.
"He probably forgot to think about his escape route," commented another.

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Today is of course election day across the United States.
You might as well vote barefoot.
Voting is a fundamental right, and as such, the government is supposed to have a compelling reason for any rule that might restrict your being able to vote. Thus, even a place with a barefoot rule (which normally might only require a rational basis) ought not be off-limits when exercising this special right.
When I pursued my lawsuit against the library, I tried to pull in such a higher level of scrutiny, so that the barefoot rule would be harder for the government to uphold. The reason for this is because the First Amendment is implicated because of the freedom to access printed materials. One reason I lost was because the courts refused to apply that level of higher scrutiny.
But to tell you the truth, I doubt I really needed to tell you the above information. I've never heard of anybody turned away from voting simply for being barefooted. I've never even heard of anybody being turned away from voting for trying to do so in a library with a barefoot ban.
Those in charge tend to take voting seriously.
If anything, though, you might get a bit of ribbing. Some folks might take your barefootedness as a political statement: either that the current administration has left you barefooted, or, if you vote for the other guy he'll leave you barefooted.
Instead, just go vote and enjoy yourself, and enjoy your comfort.


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Members can go to all meetings, field trips, coach trips, and study days and can take part in our ecological survey work. You receive a quarterly newsletter, and our annual journals The London Naturalist and London Bird Report. You can join our members-only message boards and can subscribe to our reading circles, which circulate various specialist magazines and journals at reduced rates.
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"Recycle Rush" is played with two alliances of three robots on each side of the field. The objective for the robots is to be able to pick up and stack totes and recycle cans that are on the field. Pool noodles that are on the field are "litter", and the robots can either pick up the litter and put it in the recycle bins worth 6 points or put it in the landfill zone worth 1 point. When the last 20 seconds come around at the end of the game, robots have an opportunity to cooperate with the other alliance to stack the yellow totes on the middle step to earn cooperation points.
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Once believing that the size of cups is of universal standard in a global chain restaurant, I knew I was not even wrong when I bought a coke at a McDonald's in America for the first time. I thought medium was the appropriate size, which I always bought at a McDonald's in Asia, but it was larger than a "large" in Asia. In fact even the "small" in America is larger than the Asian "large". Australia's and Hong Kong's McDonald's have the similar sizes to Japan's and UK's sizes are not so different either. I keep wondering why American cups have such incredible sizes and why Americans never seem to find it too much in their cups. One of the reasons I come up with is that this incredible size has been a food tradition for a long time, which people from other countries, especially Asians, might find it not acceptable at the first time. I could not finish my first cup of medium coke and had to throw it into trash can. Other than McDonald's, any other fast-food restaurant has the same tradition too. I still remember how amazed I was at the first sight of the huge "medium" coke.
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Wynwoods first art crawl of 2007 busts out tonight with a squall at Diana Lowenstein Fine Arts, featuring Vicenta Casañs miami:tropicaldepression and Erica Magreys Troubadour. Casañ continues her manipulation of the Magic Citys skyline, obliterating familiar landmarks to create a sense of melancholy and unease. Her new series of photographs bleeds through with unnatural color, exaggerated cloud formations, and turbulent water to depict barren yet eerily familiar scenes of the calm before a storm or its devastating aftereffects. Magreys video unfolds the tale of a fictitious, gloomy glam rocker named Metalmags and her psychedelic journey through an alien world as she tries to wend her way to reality with the aid of a self-help tape.
At Jakmel Art Gallery and Cultural Center, Jude Papaloko presents The Beauty Amidst a Place, a photographic group show celebrating life in Israel and Lebanon. The exhibit cracks a window onto the culture and richness of a region most people associate with conflict. Beginning tonight at 7:00, the exhibit will feature live music and a performance by Elizabeth Ayoub. Call 786-312-5997, or visit www.judepapaloko.com.
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Essential Advice for Men who Want to Dye Their Hair
For a long time, it was only socially acceptable for women to dye their hair. It was believed that men, who dyed their hair were effeminate. Nowadays, modern men are comfortable enough with their masculinity in order to take a lot of care for their appearances. Lack of hygiene and a general disinterest towards one's appearance are no longer signs of masculinity, but signs of a lack of education. Modern men are tired to let women have all the hair color fun. After all, men invented wigs and high heels and the women merely stole these ideas from the men and made them their own. Well, it was all for the better because both wigs and high heels were very uncomfortable. However, dyeing your hair can come with numerous advantages. After all, not all men look as charming with gray hair as George Clooney does. If you plan on dyeing your hair, here are some tips that you need to keep in mind.
What are the best hair color ideas for men?
Generally, it is best if the men who want to dye their hair, focus on natural colors. It is also ideal for those colors to be within the same color palette as the natural hair color of the men in question. Keep this in mind when considering various mens hair color ideas. For example, it is very unlikely for a man with a dark skin and a natural dark hair to look good with a blonde hair color. Moreover, it is important to keep in mind that men have a disadvantage on women when it comes to dyeing their hair. They also have facial hair. This means that they have a lot more to worry about than just their roots. If the color of your hair is very different from the color of your beard, you will have a very unnatural look.
How often should you dye your hair?
Since most men favor short haircuts, they don't have to worry too much about damaging their hair. Therefore, one might think that men can dye their hair as often as they's like. Nevertheless, some hair colors can be aggressive with the scalp skin. This usually happens with blonde hair colors. A damaged scalp skin will lead to dandruff and other hair problems. Therefore, try not to dye your hair more often than once every two weeks.
Should you take your age into consideration?
As we mentioned above, it is important for mens hair color ideas to be implemented naturally. If your hair is completely white, but you insist on dying it in a dark black shade, you won't be able to hide it. The hair on your head will contrast with patches of white hair on your face or on your hands. Therefore, we advise older men to avoid intense hair colors and to try to experiment with some charming gray highlights.


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What are Gait Studies? Gait refers to the movement pattern the animal is using and the corresponding gait pattern is left for trackers to interpret. In human terms, walk, jog, run, sprint, sit, stand, kneel, etc, etc.
For over 35,000 years humans have been feeding themselves and their families from the landscape with the bow and arrow. Patiently and carefully learning to create the bows and arrows from natural materials, training in archery, and learning to track and scout for prey were skills that were all elevated to art forms over the millennia.
Join us as we explore the art and science of traditional bow hunting. In this nine month long program students will learn the following:
Bow Making
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Hide Tanning and Buckskin Sewing
Scouting and Preparation
Instinctive Archery
Hunting Tactics
Wildlife Food Plots
Bone Tools
Raw Hide Craft
Wildlife Studies
Field Dressing and Butchering
Meat Preservation
This course is designed to cover all the necessary skills needed to hunt with your own primitive hunting set up. Each student will be worked with individually based on their current skill level and exposure to the skills. Some tools and materials as as well as camping and outdoor kitchen aess are supplied during the classes.
Hans Mayer will be joining us to help teach the intricacies of the hunt and preparation, bringing his life long experience and passion for hunting white tails and more to the program.
The program meets once a month for classes and ends with two three day hunting trips, one in Vermont, and one in New Hampshire. We will hunt hard but this is not a canned hunt and no one is guaranteed success other than lessons learned and skills improved. Hopefully some good times and fresh game around the fire.
2019 Schedule
Bow and Arrow Making March 9-14th
White Tail Projects April 13-14
Hide Tanning May 17-19
Flint Knapping June 8-9
Tracking and Awareness July 13-14
Scouting and Food Plots July 27-28
Scouting and Hunting Tactics September 7-8
Hunting Weekend One VT October 11-14
Hunting Weekend Two NH November 8-11
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Students will need to be licensed for Archery Hunting with associated hunter and archery safety in both states before the 2021 season begins. All archery tackle will need to meet legal requirements for hunting. We can advise in this capacity but this must be done though each states fish and game regulatory systems.
Students will need to be committed to the following minimum work at home between classes:
Archery Practice- 4 times per week May – November Getting a Target, buying practice arrows, and shooting.
Arrow Making- 6 Blunt and 3 Sharp tipped arrows. Gathering materials and constructing.
Reading about local prey species. White Tailed Deer, Wild Turkey, Ruffed Grouse, Snowshoe Hare, Cotton Tail Rabbit, Grey Squirrel
Buying weather appropriate hunting clothing.
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What Is Fish Oil?
Fish oils are Omega-3 fatty acids that you can find in different types of cold-water fish, including cod liver, salmon, sardines, albacore tuna, black cod, anchovies, herring, and mackerel, combined with a good dog joint supplement these are great. The latest research also indicates that important amounts can be found in avocados and other fruits.
After extracting the oil from the fish, processing plants pack them as supplements in liquid or tablet form. You can also find fish oil for dogs fortified with minerals and vitamins.
The two types of omega-3 fatty acids found in fish oils include EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) and DHA (docosahexaenoic acid). The two fatty acids equally have far-reaching benefits. They support a dog's immune system, heart, kidneys, joints, coat, and skin.
Studies also suggest that they can help terminal illnesses such as cancer.
How Much Fish Oil Should I Give My Dog?
The recommended omega-3 dosage for dogs varies by weight. Consider giving the pet 1,000 mg fish oil containing 300 mg of EPA/DHA combined for every 30 pounds of body weight.
You can also increase the dose to a maximum of 1,000 mg fish oil per 10 pounds of body weight if the pet needs more than an average treatment to help fight chronic health problems.
Always ask your veterinarian for help if you're unsure about the weight of your dog. Though adding fish oils to your dog's diet will improve its health, it may also result in a Vitamin E deficiency.
To solve this problem, give the pet 1 to 2 IUs of Vitamin E per pound of body weight along with fish oil supplements.
Dog Fish Oil Overdose
Your dog can eventually develop certain symptoms if you're giving it too much fish oil. Such symptoms include internal bleeding and lameness. Take the pet to your veterinarian once you notice these abnormalities.
The treatment and recovery process can begin if the veterinarian diagnoses your dog with fish oil overdose earlier.
Best Fish Oil For Dogs
You need to explore if fish oil can work for your dog if you want to improve your pet's skin condition, brain function, joints and immunity against diseases.
You can find thousands of fish oil supplements in the market with different benefits. Since not all of them are ideal for dog consumption, here's a brief list of six of the best ones.
- Omegease Omega-Rich Fish Oil
- Zesty Paws Pure Wild Alaskan Salmon Oil for Dogs
- Grizzly Salmon Oil All-Natural Dog Food Supplement
- Nordic Naturals Omega 3 Pet Soft Gels
- Amazing Nutritionals Omega 3 Chews
- Pure Paw Pure Alaskan Salmon Oil
Is Fish Oil Good For My Dog Skin?
Fish oil for dogs has powerful micronutrients that help alleviate common allergies such as dry skin and itchy paws. Omega-3 fatty acids can lubricate the skin cells that help promote healthy dog skin.
They also offer anti-inflammatory effects needed to minimize the risk of skin allergies and shedding.
What Are the Side Effects?
Dogs react to fish oils differently. Though it's rare for them to develop fish oil allergies, you need to be observant of any changes in your dog's health.
The common side effects include vomiting, lameness, Vitamin E deficiency, diarrhea, slow wound healing and decreased blood clot formation. Others include internal bleeding and death.
DHA and EPA, which are the two main types of Omega-3 fatty acids, have various health-promoting effects. They also give anti-inflammatory effects, which make your dog's body to produce certain chemicals that change the platelet function.
With the compromised platelets, your dog's body will lower the formation of blood clots. Note that platelets help the body form blood clots in the event of an injury.
Besides altering the platelet function, the anti-inflammatory properties of DHA and EPA also affect wound healing abilities in dogs. In this case, a wound on your dog's body may take time to heal since excess Omega-3 fatty acids prevent white blood cells to reach the injured part. White blood cells help control threats from abnormalities such as infections and cancerous cells.
These Are Some Benefits Of Giving Your Dog Fish Oil
You should always supplement your dog's food with quality Omega-3 fatty acids. Consider getting high-quality fish oil and dog joint supplements from a reputable brand. With the right dosage of fish oil, the pet can experience many benefits. They are as follows:
Decrease Inflammation
Inflammation is crucial in the development of diseases such as heart disease, brain disease, kidney disease, and arthritis. Including Omega 3 fatty acids in your pet's diet can help reduce inflammation and autoimmune responses effectively.
Fatty acids also boost blood circulation in different body organs. Before administering them, you should consult with your veterinarian to minimize the chances of your pet developing allergies and other side effects.
Helps Boost The Immune System of Old Dogs
Old dogs tend to have weaker immune systems, which make them more prone to infection and inflammation.
Supplementing their diets with Omega-3 fatty acids can help boost their immune systems. Since inflammation promotes the development of many degenerative brain and heart diseases, fish oil supplements can help lower and reverse the inflammation on different organs of the old pets.
Promotes Healthy Coat and Skin
Administering fish oil supplement to your beloved dog helps prevent various types of allergies including food allergies, flea bite allergies, and skin contact allergies.
Fish oil also helps lower the chances of your pet developing dander, dry skin and other forms of skin scaling disorders. Including Omega 3 fatty acid supplements in your pet's diet helps you use lower doses of antibiotics and cortisone as you manage these skin conditions.
What is Canine Omega 3?
Canine Omega-3 is a pure and great-tasting supplement for dogs. The supplement contains both EPA and DHA, which are the active forms of Omega-3 needed by your pet's body to perform vital functions.
You can administer Canine Omega-3 to your dog to help maintain its joint health, immune system health, skin and coat health, growth and production, renal function and heart health.
Just like other fish oil supplements, you need to give your dog Canine Omega-3 to your dog in safe dosages. Pay attention to the dosage instructions indicated on the product before adding it to your pet's food.
You can also consult with a qualified veterinarian if you have any concerns about the effects Canine Omega-3 may have on your pet.


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Phlebotomists draw blood for tests, transfusions, research, or blood donations. Some explain their work to patients and provide assistance when patients have adverse reactions after their blood is drawn.
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I was a nanny, a freelance technical writer for various companies, and a receptionist for a dentist (shout out to Dr. Rollins, still the best dentist I've ever known). I moved from Little Rock to Chattanooga and lived with my parents. Then I moved back to Little Rock and lived with friends (Hi, Ken and Jan!). Then I moved back to Chattanooga again. Like I said, humility was learned.
On my second attempt at living in Chattanooga, I finally found a job in a field I could see myself working in long-term. (Nope, not for-profit organization yet.) This job was writing ad copy for a marketing firm. I was somewhat suspicious after my interviews, where I never a clear answer about what I'd be marketing, but I was young and naive and I was excited to have a real career-type job. My first day I found out that I'd be writing ad copy for payday loan websites.
I knew payday loans were not something I was cool with, but only in a general sense. I spent the next two weeks researching how exactly they operate and what effect they have on the people who use them in my free time. I was learning a lot about SEO and marketing and loved that aspect, but the more I learned about payday loans, the more I hated what I'd be doing. When the company revealed their new plan to target immigrants who wouldn't know better than to use the loan services, I quit. I lasted a grand total of three weeks, but I felt confident that I was doing the right thing.
(Subtopic: if any of you have any questions about payday loans, ask me because in just three weeks I learned a ton about how underhanded their marketing is.) (Sub-subtopic: That company was recently shut down by the state).
I felt like that decision was confirmed when I got a call the very next week with a job offer from a local for-profit college. I won't be naming names here, but this was the Chattanooga branch of a nation-wide school that has locations all across the country. It was just opening up and I'd be a part of getting it off the ground. I would be the library assistant (I had yet to get my MLS, but I was promised a promotion to librarian if I would get it). I'd get to form the library from scratch.
My boss seemed passionate about education and the school seemed really focused on providing a place for non-traditional students to better themselves. Everyone else at this campus was as new and fresh as I was and seemed eager to provide quality education to those who might not succeed in a traditional college. Yes, I had heard people say that for profit schools are degree mills and that they don't do students favors, but I wasn't hearing that from anyone who had worked in one or had experience attending one. Everyone I saw at the school really and truly cared about students. I still believe that. It didn't occur to me that they were just as young, new, and idealistic as I was.
The first year and a half I was there I loved my job. I was building a library and playing with books all day. My boss gave me loads of freedom to do whatever I wanted. I also worked on faculty development and training and student activities. We were small enough that I knew all of our students well and got to spend lots of time helping them with classes and even getting involved with them personally. I felt like I was contributing to their success and I loved planning parties and student appreciation activities.
When it came time for our accrediting body to visit, I was heavily involved in the accreditation process. This was my first chance to see some of the issues that would become even more apparent over the course of the five and a half years I spent at the school (more on that later). I still believed in what we were doing - that I was helping people who didn't have another option and that their lives would be different upon graduating. About two and a half years after we opened, I started planning our first graduation. Around the same time, my boss left for another school. This is the first time I started to feel realize that things weren't all they had originally seemed...
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My Story Part 2
How For Profit Schools Hurt Students, Part 1
How For Profit Schools Hurt Students, Part 2
How For Profit Schools Hurt Their Own Employees, Part 1
How For Profit Schools Hurt Their Own Employees, Part 2
How For Profit Schools Hurt Communities
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(PS: If you find this at all interesting (or if you're not interested at all), would you mind letting me know? I'm planning a five part series on my experiences and if you're all bored out of your minds, I can go back to just posting reviews)


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2012 has been an uncertain year for our economy and financial markets, full of bumps and hiccups along the way. Here, NerdWallet Investing recaps the biggest stories of 2012 that are continuing to impact investors and markets alike, from hot tech trends to the presidential election.
The Best of 2012: Top Trends from NerdWallet Investing As We Head Into 2013
Why Going Over the Fiscal Cliff Would Hurt the Economy – and How to Prepare
NerdWallet's What Is the Fiscal Cliff infographic lays out the numbers behind the many tax breaks and spending provisions set to change come the first days of 2013. If we go over this fiscal cliff, it could result in a decrease in the national deficit of up to $607 billion, along with several associated negative economic impacts like increased tax rates and higher unemployment by mid-2013.
Black Friday Numbers Break New Records But Don't Bode Well for Holiday Shopping Season
While November as a whole slumped for the retail industry, the 2 sales dates of Black Friday and Cyber Monday broke new records while also showcasing the new ways consumers are increasingly choosing to shop. Online sales climbed high relative to last year, while in-store shoppers got more tech savvy, using apps and smartphones to pinpoint the best deals. Holiday shopping season means buyer's delight, but seller beware: the numbers heading into holiday retail projections don't look too merry.
Investing Trend: Over 17 Million Investors Are Paying Their Online Brokers Way Too Much and Should Take Their Money Elsewhere
A NerdWallet study found that investors with the largest online brokerages are throwing away $1.8 billion every year on unnecessary investing fees with the big brand name brokers, a NerdWallet study found. These people could be receiving equally reliable service and execution speed elsewhere at much less; NerdWallet's new brokerage comparison tool lets people find the most affordable account for their needs.
In Financial Markets, Mixed Economic Signals Remain
One of the most talked about tech events of the year, Facebook's IPO was perhaps overhyped – to the point of its own demise. NerdWallet also looked into the story behind the 'death of the cult of equities debate' ongoing between Gross vs. Siegel over stock market returns in the long run. NerdWallet's take: a country without strong GDP growth over the long term will probably not have a thriving economy and stock market, as Gross suggests, but the correlation between the two is probably not direct and immediate so there is room for stockholders to slightly outperform GDP growth, as Siegel suggests.
NerdWallet also analyzed those at the very top of our economy – this year's Forbes 400 list of America's richest billionaires – in a Forbes 400 infographic finding that just over half of the country's richest 400 billionaires – 205 households – made their fortunes in one of the top 4 represented industries on the list: finance, retail, tech, as well as oil & energy.
We Are Seeing a Tipping Point Emerge in Real Estate Markets
Are our housing and real estate markets are seeing what appears to be a slow but steady housing recovery, or not so much? In a sluggish economy with mixed signals, NerdWallet examined the data in both directions to ultimately find signs of hope as we head into 2013. While interest rates remain ultra low for better or worse, new housing permits are way up over 2011, as are construction rates. NerdWallet also explained how insurance companies and markets were able to weather Hurricane Sandy pretty well, while homeowners suffered.
NerdWallet's Presidential Election Model Correctly Predicted Obama's Big Win, But There's More Political Angst To Come
NerdWallet launched a statistical election prediction model in August that ran through the election, accurately calling 49 of 50 states and examined the possibility of a Florida recount, also pointing out the statistical flaws in competing models. For viewers on election night, NerdWallet released a Presidential Poker viewing guide laying out the "winning hand" combinations of swing states Romney would need to pull off an unlikely win.
Next up? After the Fiscal Cliff, Congress must tackle the Debt Ceiling and the next Continuing Resolution.
Overall, if and only if our federal government can clear up at least some of the economic uncertainty that's been plaguing our post-recession recovery efforts, we believe 2013 can become a bright year for growth.
Other 2012 Year in Review resources:
- 2012 in Review: College Edition
- 2012 in Review: Personal Finance Edition
- 2012 in Review: Investing Edition
- 2012 in Review: Shopping Edition
- 2012 in Review: Travel Edition
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Still under construction
EMERALD is still months away before the National Broadband Network will be ready for service in town.
According to NBN Co, currently 7650 premises are under construction in town which started in December last year and is expected to be complete by May-June this year.
"As long as there are no unforseen delays, such as weeks of bad weather, those dates should remain," Queensland Corporate Affairs manager Kylie Lindsay said.
"So while they're a good guide, they're not confirmed as such because there are so many variables."
Emerald isn't the only town in the Central Highlands currently under construction.
In Blackwater, construction is underway to bring NBN to 2761 premises by the end of April.
Moranbah is also expected to be ready by late April, with 4781 premises under construction and a further 124 to be serviced by fixed wireless, which is not yet in build. In Middlemount, 902 premises, and Tieri, 584 premises, service is expected to be ready by May while Clermont, 1297 premises, will be ready in July though work in Capella and Springsure has not yet started.
"While we would like to connect everyone at the same time, we are constrained by both economic and physical resource limitations," she said.
"As a result, we must build the network in an efficient, systematic manner. Everybody in Australia will be able to benefit from the NBN network once the network is complete. We are working hard to do this as fast as possible."


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The cost to buy a Plott Hound varies greatly and depends on many factors such as the breeders' location, reputation, litter size, lineage of the puppy, breed popularity (supply and demand), training, socialization efforts, breed lines and much more. Review how much Plott Hound puppies for sale sell for below.
The current median price for all Plott Hounds sold is $250.00. This is the price you can expect to budget for a Plott Hound with papers but without breeding rights nor show quality. Expect to pay less for a puppy without papers, however, we do not recommend buying a puppy without papers.
Looking for a dog with a superior lineage? Are you trying to determine how much a puppy with breeding rights and papers would cost? You should expect to pay a premium for a puppy with breeding rights or even for a puppy advertised as show quality with papers. You should budget anywhere from $1,200 upwards to $1,200 or even more for a Plott Hound with top breed lines and a superior pedigree. The average cost for all Plott Hounds sold is $300.
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Your Curr/Hound mix will grow up with the instincts to protect her property and family. So you will not have to worry about that as long as you teach her what are threats and what aren't. As for the Plott Hound puppy, the Plott Hound is a lovely family dog and does best on an acreage/farm. Since you already have the space, a pup would do fine in your home with your daughter and your other dog.
The only way to know if your dog is a pure-bred or what breeds make up your dog is to have your dog DNA tested. You can buy them online or at your vet for an average cost of $45.00 - $85.00.
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Hi, I was wondering. If you ever got this mix? We have a19 week old Plott hound mix we got from a rescue and the father's breed was unknown, but we think there is husky in there. Just wondered how big your dog got? Thanks.
We know the mom of our dog was a Plott Hound but he has a bushy curly tail of a husky and so we've always thought that's what the father was. He's about a year and a half and he's just shy of 50 pounds.
Contact your local Positive Reinforcement trainer. He/She will be able to help you with this situation.
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Dean Sittig, PhD is professor at the University of Texas, School of Biomedical Informatics in the Health Science Center at Houston.
He has authored over 200 articles in the field of health IT and three leading books, Improving Outcomes with Clinical Decision Support: An Implementer's Guide, Clinical Information Systems: Overcoming Adverse Consequences, and Electronic Health Records: Challenges in Design and Implementation.
For Memorial Hermann, the largest healthcare system in Houston, Professor Sittig serves on the clinical decision support leadership team through the UT-Memorial Hermann Center for Healthcare Quality & Safety. His past work includes roles with Kaiser Permanente, Partners Healthcare and WebMD. He has been a member of the American Medical Informatics Association (AMIA) for 24 years and currently serves on their Board of Directors.
Professor Sittig was elected as a fellow of the American College of Medical Informatics (ACMI) in 1992 and as a Fellow of the Hospital Information Management and Systems Society (HIMSS) in 2011.


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Forward Brendan Hoffmann Commits to Erie
Erie, Pennsylvania – Erie Otters General Manager Dave Brown announced today that forward Brendan Hoffmann, Erie's 7th round pick in the 2017 OHL Priority Selection, has committed to the team and agreed to an Ontario Hockey League standard player agreement.
Hoffmann, a 6'2", 190-pound forward was selected 140th overall by the Otters from the Toronto Jr. Candiens. The Charlotte, North Carolina native spent the 2017-18 season with the Toronto Jr. Canadiens Midget AAA of the GTHL where he posted 33 goals and 37 assists for 70 points in 42 games. Hoffmann also suited up with the Toronto Jr. Canadians Jr. A team in the OJHL where he recorded a goal in nine games played, including two playoff games.
Season tickets for the 2018-19 season are on sale now and can be purchased in person at the Erie Otters front office located at 201 E. 8th Street in Erie, or by calling 814-455-7779. Take advantage of advanced ticket pricing through May 31st when you make a deposit on your ticket package. For the latest Otters news, visit www.ottershockey.com, or follow the team on Facebook (www.facebook.com/erieottershockey), Twitter (@ErieOtters) and Instagram (@ErieOtters).


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Global Polio Vaccine Market size on the basis of application spans Pediatric, and Adult. Polio vaccines are the vaccines that are employed to avert the rates of poliomyelitis. Two kinds of polio vaccines are available. The first one deploys inactivated poliovirus and is offered via injection and the other one utilizes weakened poliovirus which is offered through mouth. It has been found that it is quite secure to use the inactivated polio vaccines. At times what happens, at the site of injection, mild redness or pain occurs.
On the contrary, the oral polio vaccines lead to vaccine-associated paralytic poliomyelitis in about three per million doses. It has been observed that the chances for a person to get paralyze after a polio infection are quite few. However, both are generally considered as safe to give at the time of pregnancy and to those who have HIV/AIDS. Recommendations by World Health Organization states that all the children around the world should be vaccinated against polio.
Full Research Report On Global Polio Vaccine Market Analysis available at: https://www.millioninsights.com/industry-reports/polio-vaccine-market
It is said that these two categories of vaccines have contributed largely in eradicating polio from majority of the parts in the world that has in turn decreased the number of cases. Among both of them, the pediatrics segment is likely to obtain the largest share in the polio vaccines market, the reason being increase in the number of awareness programs for raising awareness regarding vaccination.
Polio vaccine Market size on the basis of geography spans North America, China, Europe, Japan, India, and Southeast Asia. As far as the geography is concerned, North American is currently leading the polio vaccines market, the reason being initiatives laid down by the government for encouraging the adoption of immunization against diseases like influenza and HPV.
Target Audience of the global polio vaccines market include Vaccine Manufacturers, Clinical Laboratories, Vaccine Associations, Vaccine Research Institutes, Group Purchasing Organizations (GPOs), Vaccine Raw Material Suppliers, Immunization Centers, Research and Consulting Firms, Vaccine Product Distributors, Vaccine Development Institutes and Organizations, Hospitals and Laboratories, and Biotechnology and Biopharmaceutical Companies. Major companies operating in the global polio vaccines market include Emergent BioSolutions, Inc, Astellas Pharma Inc, CSL Limited, GlaxoSmithKline, Johnson & Johnson, MedImmune, LLC, Merck & Co, Pfizer, Sanofi Pasteur, and Serum Institute India Pvt. Ltd.
This report studies Polio Vaccines in Global market, especially in North America, Europe, China, Japan, India and Southeast Asia, focuses on top manufacturers in global market, with sales, price, revenue and market share for each manufacturer, covering
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• CSL Limited
• Emergent BioSolutions, Inc
• GlaxoSmithKline
• Johnson & Johnson
• MedImmune, LLC
• Merck & Co
• Pfizer
• Sanofi Pasteur
• Serum Institute
• India Pvt. Ltd. (India)
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• North America
• China
• Europe
• Japan
• India
• Southeast Asia
Split by product type, with sales, revenue, price, market share and growth rate of each type, can be divided into
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• Type III
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Boris Johnson meets Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park apprentices
PUBLISHED: 18:11 14 March 2016 | UPDATED: 18:11 14 March 2016
The Mayor of London Boris Johnson kicked off National Apprenticeship Week today by visiting the army of apprentices helping to secure the Olympic legacy at the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park.
More than 150 apprenticeships have been delivered at the park with 61 apprentices working on the Park for a variety of employers this year alone.
New training scheme are being offered with businesses on the park, including eight apprentices in creative and digital media who will spend two years with BT Sport at Here East.
"It is fantastic to see the role that apprentices have played in securing the future of this glorious park," said Mr Johnson, who visited Here East.
"We all remember the enthusiasm and buzz surrounding the 2012 Games, and that is the same enthusiasm you get from talking to apprentices here today.
"I would urge any businesses yet to take on an apprentice to do so. There is a rich talent pool of young Londoners available to you who can help your business grow."
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When you think about taking a vacation in Jamaica, images of golden or white sand and clichéd crystal blue-green oceans and lagoons come to mind. You imagine yourself sun-bathing, meeting Bob Marley's relatives on the 9-Mile excursion, dancing the night away with other tourists at some kind of Americanized reggae club – but have you considered that you could just as easily be spending some of your time really immersing yourself in the Jamaican landscape, really getting back to nature? You could do this by reserving yourself a place on one of the island's horse riding tours. Of course you could simply take a horse riding lesson, and perhaps a slow canter down to the beach – but wouldn't you rather experience something a little deeper than that? There are specialized horse tour companies on Jamaica that offer a variety of different packages (including the simple riding lesson option!) to suit all kinds of abilities, skills and interests. You can join a group tour that lasts for only a few hours, or if you're wanting something a little more private – perhaps as part of your honeymoon, you can hire a guide and have a tour that's just for you and your partner. If the idea appeals but you don't think your riding skills are up to a horse trek through some rainforest terrain, don't worry – the staff at the horse tour companies won't let you go if they don't think you're up to it. It's not worth their credibility to allow riders who aren't experienced enough for any particular tour take part in it.
Instead, they'll advise you on what they think you can manage, making it a win-win situation all round! So don't think that Jamaica is all about water and sand, there's a few hooves in there as well if you're ready to get up in the saddle and find them! .
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He claims that Obama is good at putting out comprehensive, detailed plans, but now is the time for action. Personally, I thought Obama was rather poor at presenting his plans. The Health Care Law was unreadable, and was pushed through faster than most people could read it, let alone understand and decide on. Obama's larger plans in Libya have always confused me as well. I had been thinking now was the time for less action and more deliberation. This man now makes the opposite argument.
He also claims that it doesn't matter what Obama says or how he presents things because the Republicans and the Tea Party will oppose him no matter what. From my perspective, it is Obama that has set himself against the Tea Party and most of the Republicans to oppose them no matter what. From the outset of negotiations on the budget, Obama said that any plan that did not include some tax increases was not reasonable, while many feel that taxes were already too high under the Republicans. Even when Republicans cave on major elements of their plans, Democrats still call them obstructionist.
No narrative is perfectly true, as they only capture some of the essence of myriad events; they are only models we may use to make predictions, akin to theories of science. Still, some models are more useful than others, depending on what they are being used for. Which narratives do you find most useful?
By the way, am I the only one who noticed that the site URL for the RealClearPolitics link identifies this man by his race rather than his name? What's up with that? Is it relevant somehow?
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Save the Clock Tower "Wasteland" (2014 -Bullet Tooth-)
Hard and well played electro-indie-alternative rock-metal with powerful breakdowns: this is that kind of sound that suddenly breaks down and you didn't expect for that. I'm on the side less electro-pop parts and more growling/aggressive vocals style; Save the Clock Tower know very good how and when to be straightforward, with no compromises.
Of course, they've tried the intricated way to combine all together hard and very soft parts: they've made a very good mix, but at the end (in my point of view) the popping influence is definetly too much, compared with metalcore rafrains etc.
"Wasteland" is filled with good music, excellent execution, brutal moments, ultra electro-indie-pop parts and rich arrangements. No doubt, this is a masterpiece work, but my advice is about less pop and more brutal, come on! Highly recommended to metal-hardcore kids at all: with "Wasteland" there's a lot to enjoy.
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There's so much to see and do in Disney World that you could spend weeks there and still not do everything. Between shows, attractions, meet and greets, and restaurants, you could stay busy for a very long time.
Some folks pack their days with so much stuff that they need a vacation from their vacation when they're all done! On the other hand, some folks fail to plan at all and spend too much time spent in lines. Fortunately, there is a happy medium.
Let's take a look at the top twelve tips for getting the most out of your time in Disney World.
12. Hit the bathrooms
You might not think that bathroom breaks take that much time, but when you have several family members going at all different times, and backtrack for those potty stops, those minutes can really add up.
Plan to let everyone use the bathroom at once. Good times would be before you leave the hotel in the morning, as soon as you arrive in the parks, before and after lunchtime, before and after dinner, and before riding any attractions with long wait times. When everyone goes at once (whether they have to or not), you'll spend less time running to the bathroom in an emergency.
Use the MyDisneyExperience app to find restrooms closest to you to avoid walking too far.
11. Plan meals
Many table-service restaurants in Disney World take Advanced Dining Reservations, but quick-service restaurants don't. That doesn't mean that you can't plan your meals ahead of time.
Do your research online and create a list of some counter service restaurants you'd like to try. You don't have to create and stick to a very strict plan, but at least knowing your options will help when making a decision. MyDisneyExperience provides a list of all of the restaurants plus their menus so you can not only decide where but also what you want to eat. What's more, several restaurants are now participating in mobile ordering. If you're standing in line waiting for the bus, the monorail, or an attraction, place you lunch or dinner order. When you arrive at the restaurant, all you have to do is check in, and they'll prepare your meal for you!
10. Read the map
Backtracking can be a huge waste of time. Before FastPass+, you had to go around to the popular attractions and get your paper ticket, but this is no longer true in Disney World. Now, you make these reservations on your MyDisneyExperience app so you don't have to walk all over the park.
Also try to plan your FP+ reservations and ADRs so that you're completing an area before moving on to the next. This may not always be possible, but you can at least keep your footsteps to a minimum. Since the average Disney visitor walks between 10 and 13 miles per day anyways, it's good to know where you're at and where you're going.
9. Check Wait Times
Some Disney World attractions can command high wait times. In Magic Kingdom, some include Space Mountain, Splash Mountain, Big Thunder Mountain, and Seven Dwarfs Mine Train. Soarin' and Test Track Epcot's Future World and Frozen Ever After in the Norway Pavilion can see wait times of a couple hours or more. Twilight Zone Tower of Terror and Rock n Rollercoaster in Disney's Hollywood Studios and Expedition Everest in Disney's Animal Kingdom also see long waits.
If you know an attraction has a long wait, plan accordingly. Ride first thing in the morning or prepare for the wait. You can use the MyDisneyExperience app to check wait times without having to actually go to the attraction.
This app will also tell you what attractions are down and when. If you're walking a long ways to an attraction check the app to make sure that it's running. If you left a line because an attraction went down, check the app before heading back to make sure that it's functioning again.
8. Make Dining Reservations
You can occasionally get a table at a sit down restaurant just by walking up, but it doesn't happen very often – especially at some of the more popular restaurants. You'll hardly ever be able to walk up to a Character Dining Experience or a restaurant like Be Our Guest and get a table, but I've had good luck at the table-service restaurants in Epcot though you might have a bit of a wait.
If you know there's a table-service restaurant you want to try, be sure to make an Advanced Dining Reservation. It's better to be safe than sorry. This way you're guaranteed to get a table at the scheduled time, and you won't have to wait in line to do it.
7. Choose FastPasses wisely
It may seem logical to choose FastPasses for your most loved attractions regardless of the wait times, but this isn't always a good use of your FastPasses. Since you only get three to start with, you want to choose those three wisely. Use your FP+ for attractions with a longer wait like Peter Pan's Flight or Pirates Of The Caribbean.
6. Parkhop wisely
I love parkhopping. I can visit one park in the morning and another in the afternoon or take advantage of Extra Magic Hours in the morning and at night. However, it can take a long time to get between parks especially if you're going to or from Disney's Animal Kingdom, which is the most removed theme park in Disney World. Hopping from one park to another once isn't a big deal, but when you're making this journey a couple times or more, the travel time adds up.
I'm also a big fan of a mid-day break, but try to avoid going back to your hotel too many times since waiting for and riding the bus, monorail, or ferry can really waste the minutes.
5. Pack wisely
When you're packing your Disney day bag, pack only what you need. You'll have to carry this bag all day in the hot and sometimes wet Florida weather.
What's more, every bag you bring must be go through security. If you can limit the amount of bags you carry, you'll not only be able to get around the parks easier, but you'll get through security faster.
Also remember that small bags can be taken on attractions with you, but anything too large will have to stay behind leaving it vulnerable to theft or loss. Unless you have a child in diapers, you just shouldn't need to take that much stuff.
4. Go off schedule
There are a lot of people at Disney World Resort and there are a lot of restaurants, but when all of the people decide to eat at once, things can get really busy. Lines will be longer and tables will be few between 11am and 1pm and from 5pm to 7pm.
I like to eat a larger breakfast at the hotel in the morning before I leave then eat lunch after 1pm. A mid-afternoon snack holds me over until around 8pm when things have slowed down at the quick-service restaurants.
3. Shop wisely
The World of Disney in Disney Springs is the largest Disney store on property, and they'll have much of what the other Disney stores in the parks have. Don't spend too much time looking through these shops in the parks. You've paid a lot of money to be in the park for the day, so enjoy your time there in more park-centered activities then focus on shopping for souvenirs at World of Disney on your Disney Springs day.
There are smaller shops including those that are specific to an attraction or a land. I take the most time to shop in the country pavilions of World Showcase since they have the most unique merchandise and it can't be found anywhere else.
2. Stick around after the fireworks
Once the fireworks are over in Magic Kingdom and Epcot, most guests leave for the evening. Lines for buses, ferries, and monorails back to the Disney resort hotels and trams to the parking lot are really long, and it will likely take three or more buses to get everyone back to just one resort. If your bus goes to more than one resort, it will take even more and even longer.
If you stick around in the parks after the fireworks, you'll enjoy shorter lines for attractions, and you may even be able to walk on to normally busy rides! If there are nighttime Extra Magic Hours, you'll have even more time to squeeze in as much as possible.
If you have to leave after the fireworks, be sure to position yourself near an exit to watch them. You may be farther away from the fireworks, but you'll still be able to see them. You'll also avoid the throngs of people exiting the park, and you'll be first to the bus stop. This will hopefully mean you'll be on the first bus back to the hotel.
If you get stuck in the crowd, duck into one of the shops or even Main Street Bakery for a late night snack.
1. Use MyDisneyExperience
I know I've said this above, but you will save so much time if you use MyDisneyExperience. It's available for both Android and iPhone users, and it can be a huge help.
It will tell you where the closest bathrooms are, the wait times for attractions, what attractions may be down, and a list of restaurants and their menus. Other handy information includes show times, park hours, FP+ reservations, your hotel reservations including room number, and maps for walking, driving, or riding Disney Resort Transportation.
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Yes. SAG's "Rule One" states that once you become a union member, you are banned from doing non-union work ever again. As a Fi-core worker, a person who has resigned from SAG, you are NOT bound by Rule One, since you are not a union member. "Fee paying non-members" (aka FPNMs, or Fi-core) may work both union and non-union. FPNMs can also work during a strike, since unions have no power to discipline non-members (but see next question about getting back into the union later).
You can either opt to "go financial core" at the time your child would normally join SAG/AFTRA (after the normal 30 day Taft-Hartley period) and refuse to join, OR your child can resign their membership in the union at any time if they are already a member. So yes…the child needs to "quit the union" in order to "go Fi-core". There is a new policy regarding FPNMs who want to return to SAG (see below).
Yes. A new policy at SAG took affect on June 14, 2007. The policy is a change in the reinstatement policy for all terminated members (this means it would apply to Fi-core, or terminated members who left for other reasons). This change represents a huge shift in how financial core workers are viewed if and when they want to re-join the union.
Basically, now the presumption of SAG is that going financial core (or resigning for any reason) is a PERMANENT decision. They assume that you will never want to come back, and thus you can never re-join the union. If you do want to be reinstated, they will make you jump through some significant hoops, and even then reinstatement might not be granted.
If you want to be reinstated to union membership, you must request a waiver of the new policy. Then you will need to attend a face-to-face meeting with the Disciplinary Review Committee aka the DRC (made up of members, celebrities, and elected board members). At that hearing they will ask you to provide evidence of all your non-union jobs (both for educational purposes at the guild, and so that you won't be brought up on charges for Rule One violations—it creates an amnesty list of sorts). If the DRC grants you a waiver of the policy, you could then apply for reinstatement.
Exception for anyone who resigned prior to 6/14/07: SAG is providing a kind of amnesty program for those who have already gone Fi-core, in an effort to bring them back into the fold, but they must act by 12/31/07. If they would like to request reinstatement, they can be considered under the old policy. They may send a letter to Sally Tich, Manager of Member Education. The letter should include a complete non-member work record, and a $100 application fee. In 3-4 weeks, they will receive member documents with the additional dues they would need to pay (depending on the situation, could be 20% or 100% of initiation dues, plus any back fees).
Perhaps the realized that they wanted to run for office in SAG as an adult. Perhaps they went Fi-core while working in a Right-to-Work state, and now they moved to a major market. Perhaps they realized that Fi-core status had lessened the amount of pay they got. Perhaps they decided the fringe benefits of SAG were worth it (iActor, workshops, etc).
That's a toughie. SAG reports that it is a "very, very, small percentage, less than 2% of the total membership of SAG". If you do a Google search of the term Fi-core or Financial Core, you will find hundreds of actor websites that promote this status on their resumes. It seems to be particularly prevalent in the voiceover community. LA Casting and Nowcasting have profile search options that include Fi-core.
Clearly union membership nationwide is faltering. According to the US Dept of Labor, the private sector (not just entertainment unions) lost 369,000 union members in 2003 alone. Only 8.2% of all private sector workers belong to a labor union. It is commonly believed that the practice of financial core is growing, but perhaps not as quickly in the entertainment community as in other sectors of the workforce. SAG formed a Financial Core Task Force in 2007 which resulted in an immediate reduction in requests for Fi-core status.
Several celebrities have declared financial core including Jon Voight and Erik Estrada, along with many newscasters who are Fi-core AFTRA members. Barry Williams (Brady Bunch) is Fi-core in AEA. Contrary to popular belief, Charleton Heston was NOT financial core in SAG, although he could have been that status in another union. Celebrities are in a unique bunch though—they don't need the union and are able to negotiate their salaries at their regular rate, even for non-union jobs. Still, most of them recall their early days in the business and remember how the guild benefited them so they remain loyal despite not needing the benefits of the union.
Actors don't want to share because they are afraid of the stigma associated with it by other actors (see below). They also don't want to divulge their secret for getting jobs!
SAG used to have a sort of "don't-ask-don't-tell policy", but has recently launched an awareness campaign regarding financial core. They are now taking a pro-active approach to educate actors on what their rights are, and what the consequences are of going Fi-core, in hopes that actors will choose membership. This new approach has included a new committee, a protest at a non-union commercial in LA, press releases, a new reinstatement policy, a hotline, and a website section. Fi-core isn't likely to be a secret much longer.
It is still true that our union, as part of the AFL-CIO, supports Democratic causes and some particular issue that might be offensive to families (surveys show that some 40% of union members vote Republican). But even more specifically, SAG pays thousands to full-time lobbyists. But the bulk of their money is spent on runaway production legislation, designed to create more work. Only 3.95% of SAG dues are used for "non-chargeable" (possibly political) activities. For kids SAG/AFTRA has sponsored the Coogan laws and its revisions, which a parent may or may not agree with. Your union dues pay for those laws. So yes, it is likely that for child actors, disagreement with SAG's political agenda is a valid reason to go financial core.
It is weakening to the union, no question. The truth is, if everyone went Fi-core, there would BE no union, and that is not an idea to be taken lightly. Unions are based on the idea of grouping like-minded people together and bargaining as a collective group. If anyone chooses to work for less than union minimums, it weakens the ability of the union to enforce those minimums. If a portion of that group is not REALLY members, it lessens the bargaining power dramatically.
That said, advocates would say that Fee Paying Non-Members ARE paying their fair share of dues. They are paying for the collective bargaining, the main purpose of any union, like everyone else. They are simply cutting the "fat" of political spending, and are choosing not to look at the union as a club, but a business expense.
If you are working a union job, you must be treated like everyone else. Safety provisions, contract provisions, minimum wages and the like are determined by the job, not by your individual status, just like that union job that made you SAG eligible to begin with (you weren't a union member then either, remember?). In California, almost all child working conditions are determined by State law anyway—union or non-union doesn't matter. No one would know you were Fi-core unless you tell them.
Treatment by other actors is another story. Actors who are union supporters often see Fi-core actors as "scabs" and union busters. That is why most Fi-core actors simply don't discuss their status. For a taste of that, see these links from a message boards:
Our advice would be to ask them. We have heard of agents advising their child actors to do this recently. We've also talked to several managers who claim to have many financial core clients. With the increase in non-union, high paying work out there (Mattel, Nickelodeon, and Disney all do non-union work, and a recent non-union Target commercial paid $5,000), who can blame the agent for not wanting those commissions?
That doesn't mean however, that your agent's interests (short term income) are the same as yours (long term career?). Your agents' opinion may also depend on their SAG status (franchised or ATA) because they may not be willing to send you out on non-union jobs anyway, which might negate the benefit of Fi-core for your child. Ask the agent and see what they say, BEFORE you decide.
Two reasons: 1. it is dishonest. When your child joined SAG you (and they) promised that you would honor SAG Rule One and not do union work. You signed a document to that effect. Doing non-union work sends a poor message to our kids about keeping promises, and 2. Since your child is a SAG member, they are opening themselves up to severe discipline within the union if they do non-union work. SAG takes this very seriously (even with kids), and gets tips on non-union workers from other cast members, crew who are union, call sheets, photos, etc. The normal process is that SAG's legal department will send you a letter demanding that you explain yourself, fill out a form, etc. Then you go to a trial hearing before the Discipline Review Committee at SAG. Often the penalty for doing non-union work is a significant fine, suspension or termination from membership. Is it worth it?
No. The Pension and Health funds are actually separate organizations from the unions themselves. Your child will continue to qualify for health and pension. That cannot legally be taken away from them. They will be entitled to the contract benefits (paid for by producers) when they are working on a SAG job. IF, however, your child works non-union jobs, those producers will not contribute to the Pension and Health plan so those non-union earnings are not going to count toward your P&H qualification (they don't now anyway). Nothing changes in this area.
You DO lose the right to vote or hold office (kids can't hold office now anyway) when you declare Fi-core. You do lose the right to try and affect the union from within. You will not have the benefit of a listing on iActor (SAG's casting database). You will also lose other membership benefits including SAG Conservatory, SAG casting director workshops, SAG Foundation events, Film Society, strike relief fund benefits, etc. Many of these benefits are not accessible to young performers anyway, so this may be a non-issue for you. Your child will not receive a SAG card since they are not a member.
For kids who come out for pilot season this is a legitimate issue. In Right to Work states, most child actors do NOT join the union because there simply isn't enough union work and they don't have to. When they come to LA for pilot season however, they are subject to California law (a "union security" state). It would be wise for parents in this situation to carefully consider their union membership status. If you join SAG, and go back home (to Texas, Florida or another Right to Work state) you can never again do non-union work even back home. You must follow the rules of membership, including SAG Rule One. If you are financial core, you can go back home and continue to work non-union.
You don't save much money with financial core (about 3.95% in 2007). That certainly isn't a strong enough reason to make this important step. If money is an issue, you may be looking for another option called Honorary Withdrawal (HW). HW is a function where you can decide that you are no longer seeking union work and wish to withdraw your membership. You must be a paid up SAG member to do this. At the point you request HW, your dues will stop accumulating. You may NOT audition or accept SAG employment. You are still bound to the rules if the SAG Constitution though (no non-union work). This is a good option for kids who go off to college or just hit the dry years of teen acting and decide to pursue other things. They can request HW, drop out of the business, and pick it up again as full SAG members (with no hassle) when they are adults. HW is common and is not looked down upon within SAG.
Also, a note about money: a Fee Paying Non-Member may choose to pay the full amount of SAG fees if they want to. When FPNM status is requested, members must specify what fees they are willing to pay (the 96.5% or the full 100%).
This is an unknown. Logically, producers would be in favor of Fi-core actors, so there is no reason to blacklist them. Casting would generally be in the same position—they are hired to get the actors that the producers want. Fi-core would just make that easier. Still, there is a good bit of misinformation out there, so it is likely that producers and casting staff might not understand the Fi-core concept at all.
Many actors fear SAG itself in the blacklisting department. Financial core is your right and SAG understands that. They also understand that they cannot impede your ability to work. It is illegal (a violation of Federal Labor Law and an unfair labor practice) for SAG to deny you a work opportunity because of financial core status (remember, you are paying your fair share). But many actors fear that when production calls SAG to get a clearance for work (Station 12) that staffers will give incorrect information. SAG tells us that will not happen. Station 12 can only answer the question "is this actor eligible to work?" (paid up member or FPNM, as long as the fees are paid up). It is a "yes or no answer" according to SAG, and they would not risk the legal ramifications of doing anything else.
If you ever think blacklisting is happening to your child, you can file a claim with the National Labor Relations Board. If you find yourself in this situation, you can find information and legal assistance at the National Right to Work Legal Defense Foundation. Bottom line: blacklisting might be an urban legend, might not.
This has yet to be decided in court, but it probably will be eventually. SAG says NO. Their position is that your child is not a member (they didn't give you a membership card) and thus you don't have the right use the term "SAG", which is a benefit of membership. It is a trademark violation, and SAG is known for actively protecting their trademark. Fi-core advocates would say that is absurd, that Fi-core "members" are "members of a different degree" since you are compelled to pay "dues" (vs. SAG's term of "fees") to the union and you are a member of their bargaining unit. Semantics.
SAG eligible actors often use the term "SAGe" on their resumes, and that is basically the same thing (they aren't members either). In the same way, "SAG Fi-core" would probably be understandable to casting and is still truthful. One actor we found simply had a page on his website that linked to his resume and explained Financial Core this way: www.paulpayton.com/financialcore.htm
That might be a bit much for a resume, but maybe it isn't necessary to mention union status on a resume at all. In reality, a resume is a marketing tool…why advertise that you are willing to work for a "sale price"(less than union minimums)?
If you are currently a union member, you must first resign your union membership, and then declare your financial core rights. If you are not yet a union member, you would wait until you were a "must join" and then claim your rights, rather than join. You do this via certified letter to the union, return receipt requested (so you have proof later). A sample letter might include the following language:
Dear XYZ Executive Director of XYZ Union:
Since I object to that portion of my compulsory union dues which does not finance the contract process, I hereby resign full constitutional membership in the XYZ union and declare myself a financial core status worker in all jurisdictions of your contracts with employers. I make this declaration within the meaning of "financial core worker" as defined in the series of US Supreme Court decisions culminating in CWA v. BECK.
I understand that I am resigning my membership and that I will be re-classified as a "fee paying non-member". Please recalculate my financial core dues amount owed within the existing XYZ union policy and National Labor Relations Board guidelines.
ABC Actor
Dear XYZ Executive Director of XYZ Union:
Since I object to that portion of my compulsory union dues which does not finance the contract process, I hereby resign full constitutional membership in the XYZ union and declare myself a financial core status worker in all jurisdictions of your contracts with employers. I make this declaration within the meaning of "financial core worker" as defined in the series of US Supreme Court decisions culminating in CWA v. BECK.
I understand that I am resigning my membership and that I will be re-classified as a "fee paying non-member". Please recalculate my financial core dues amount owed within the existing XYZ union policy and National Labor Relations Board guidelines.
ABC Actor
Dear XYZ Executive Director of XYZ Union:
Since I object to that portion of my compulsory union dues which does not finance the contract process, I hereby resign full constitutional membership in the XYZ union and declare myself a financial core status worker in all jurisdictions of your contracts with employers. I make this declaration within the meaning of "financial core worker" as defined in the series of US Supreme Court decisions culminating in CWA v. BECK.
I understand that I am resigning my membership and that I will be re-classified as a "fee paying non-member". Please recalculate my financial core dues amount owed within the existing XYZ union policy and National Labor Relations Board guidelines.
ABC Actor
*NOTE: letter must have original signature
The union may then send you a bill for the reduced dues or at least a confirmation letter, but each union has their own policies about this. You must PAY the fees. Again, this is not Honorary Withdrawal. Another tip might be to carry your bill with you as proof that you have, in fact paid your fees, in case producers or casting get confused by the terminology.
Yes. Thanks to SAG's new philosophy regarding financial core, there are a couple of ways to get information directly from SAG. We highly recommend you contact them before making any decisions about your membership status. They actually want to talk to you! There are at least 3 ways to get information from SAG:
You have to make your own decision on that one. Financial Core appears to be a viable option for kids, since they do not enjoy many of the benefits SAG offers anyway. However, the decision to exercise your rights should not be taken lightly. There are risks involved and depending on your child's individual situation (where they are in their career, their age, their agent, the amount of non-union work in your area, etc) it just may not be worth it.


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The 12 topics that we feature are each highlighted for 1 week during the breeding season. To view the 2016 Timetable just click here.
To further support each of the 12 topics we will be publishing from March to the end of June each day on the website a set of super new additional resources designed to help your children learn more about the birds they can around them.
These resources are:
Monday: The BirdBox Weekly Digest
A weekly illustrated article designed and written for Key Stage 2 readers that links with the topic of the week. Published with an accompanying audio track that pupils can play whilst reading the article, this resource can be read by pupils either in school or at home on a laptop or any mobile device.
Tuesday: Pupil Zone
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Wednesday: Bird News from around the world
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Thursday: Bird Box weekly Newsletter
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Friday: School Reports
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Bird Box Activity Days – More exciting learning opportunities!
The three Bird Box project activity days are an opportunity in school for your pupils to be creative and share their learning. You can complete the tasks below any time during the week. All we ask is that you forward to us a selection of photographs and a short report about what your pupils did.
Bird Box Activity Days – Add these dates to your diary now!
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Aspects of SMSC are developed throughout the school with all of our pupils and permeate all areas of school life.Our core values are a fundamental part of this.
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I have a Samsung S3 and I will play a song, and the song to follow will play muted. If I press the play button again it then plays. Each song requires me to manually press the play button. The songs no longer play in a seamless flow. I have uninstalled this twice already, and I don't have an SD card. I have had this issue for 3 weeks, and I don't know what to to do about it. I am considering wiping my phone, but being that this is affecting more people than me I highly doubt it's my device. It's such a hassle you know. ~
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