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Tuesday, July 30, 2013

Rest In Peace, Ms Eileen Brennan. Thank You, very much!!!

'Private Benjamin' actress Eileen Brennan dies


 
 



FILE - In this 1980 file image released by Warner Brothers Pictures, actress Eileen Brennan as Capt. Doreen Lewis in a scene from, "Private Benjamin." Brennan's manager, Kim Vasilakis, says Brennan, died Sunday, July 28, 2013, in Burbank, Calif., after a battle with bladder cancer. She was 80. (AP Photo/Warner Brothers Pictures, File)LOS ANGELES (AP) — Eileen Brennan, who went from musical comedy on Broadway to wringing laughs out of memorable characters in such films as "Private Benjamin" and "Clue," has died. She was 80. Read More @ http://movies.yahoo.com/news/private-benjamin-actress-eileen-brennan-dies-204655369.html




As a person who has fond memories of the television series "Private Benjamin'. This saddens me. After all, I remember one of the bright spots during my Army Training was watching the movie, 'Private Benjamin'. I remember it felt so good to laugh about what for all too many us, including myself, our own reality.
The Fourth Wise Man (1985) PosterThis also includes fond memories of her and Martin Sheen in the Forth Wiseman. Even though she was in many other things, too many for this blogger to even begin to list.

After all, even my sons have fond memories of 'Mrs. Peacock' of Clue.Clue (1985) Poster

Monday, July 29, 2013

Yes, We can save the American Economy--even with the Republicans fighting against us and our President Barack Obama


White House takes aim at Obamacare opposition's economic claims

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The White House on Monday shot back at critics who claim Obamacare is leading to higher healthcare costs, slower job growth and rising numbers of part-time workers, saying the latest economic statistics show none of those effects. Nearly one-third of the sharp rise in…
Reuters
 
The truth is out there. Don't let it get buried under a pack of partisan lies.
 
If you do not believe me, Do your own research, but first, the best place to start is PBS--They are truly the most bi-partisan.
 
Which leads us to this>>> The DOW
 
 
 
And Nasdaq
 
 
 
 
 
 
And yet, there are talks that unemployment will  rise, yet, again. Wake Up and Smell the Coffee--This is the Reality of Trickle down economics---it is all smoke and mirrors.
 
This is why the Middle Class who are the true Backbones of society must vote those who do not support them and their best interests out of office--Most especially, here in Ohio. Gov. Kasich must go. Senator Rob Portman must go.
 
And, Yes, there is also>>>

5 Retirement Variables Outside Your Control

One of the reasons it's difficult to prepare for retirement is that there are so many things we simply can't predict about it. We don't know how long we will live, how much our investments will earn and how much of our purchasing power inflation will erode. Here are some of the scariest retirement…
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And yes, I know I need to do more to plan for my retirement, but too many other things just keep coming up.

Saturday, July 27, 2013

Amen and Amen, there is a light at the end of this long dark tunnel.



Ted Cruz Thinks Marriage Equality Will Turn Christianity into Hate Speech.

In an interview with the Christian Broadcasting Network, Sen. Ted Cruz of Texas said that if marriage equality sweeps the Land of the Free, Christianity will be defined as hate speech.
As reported in Raw Story:
“If you look at other nations that have gone down the road towards gay marriage, that’s the next step of where it gets enforced,” Cruz agreed. “It gets enforced against Christian pastors who decline to perform gay marriages, who speak out and preach biblical truths on marriage, that has been defined elsewhere as hate speech, as inconsistent with the enlightened view of government.”
READ MORE.


Get Real!! That is the Real Plague on Christianity>>>>


Governor Rick Perry's Sister Positioned To Make A Fortune Off The New Texas Abortion Law




   

    
Kit
- - thenewcivilrightsmovement.com
"I just knew something was behind these laws. Follow the money." READ MORE.








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Thursday, July 25, 2013

The Planet and the Economy can both be saved. Just because Congress cannot work together, does not mean,we cannot, either.

Unemployment Will Get Worse in 2014                                                                       Jim Clifton >>"Unemployment will get worse in 2014.
Read more.
But, since it is still 2013, this grim prediction is not written in stone, we can work together, even though the United States Congress cannot nor will not do the same.


I believe we can have a bright economic future without raping the planet and still pay the working person a livable wage. Yes, I am supporting this petition from and by the good people of the Sierra Club--Read--Sign--Share!








Two well blow-outs on natural gas rigs in the Gulf of Mexico in two weeks? This is outrageous!

After a well blow-out on Tuesday, a fire started and continues to burn out-of-control just 60 miles from the Louisiana shore. The good news is that the 44 crew members were all safely evacuated. The bad news is that natural gas continues to leak from the well, firefighting vessels have not been able to get close enough to put out the fire 1, and the well has partially collapsed 2.
Natural gas should not play a role in our country's energy future. If President Obama moves forward with a plan to replace coal with natural gas, it means more fracking in our communities, on our public lands, and off our coasts. Although it is too early tell what kind of environmental damage this well blow-out and fire have caused, we already know the impact of fracking in communities across the country -- polluted air, poisoned water, and more climate pollution. Instead of more fracking, we need to double down on clean energy like wind and solar.

Send your message today. Drilling for natural gas, whether on land or in the Gulf of Mexico, is not the solution to meet our country's energy needs.

In support of a friend and a good cause and future employees and future employers.

Support Service Learning for Every Classroom in the United States ! PLEASE SIGN ! !




      
     
    
Cher
- 7 hours ago - thepetitionsite.com
High-quality service learning is key to helping students become civically engaged citizens who will grow up to be powerful defenders of our planet and all its inhabitants.







So I pass on>>>










From Brazen Careerist.


 

THE BEST CAREER NEWS IN YOUR INBOX
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Free Webinar: Next Tuesday, July 30th and 7pm ET / 4pm PT
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Interested in working in public administration? Think it might be the right career for you?
Then don’t miss this event! On July 30th, join us for a special webinar to learn more about The University of North Carolina’s Master’s in Public Administration, a program that’s available online. Since we know Brazenites love online education, admissions director Joy Jackson has generously offered to join us Tuesday evening at 7pm ET / 4pm PT for an inside look at the program. 

What would you learn through an MPA program, and how can it help your career?

Joy, who’s also an alumnus of the in-residence MPA degree at UNC, joins us today to tell us about the degree. If this sounds interesting, join us for the free webinar!
Brazen: So Joy, first of all, what is the MPA all about?
Joy: The MPA is the perfect degree for those looking to work in public administration, whether that’s in local or federal government or for not-for-profit organizations. Both the in-residence and online MPA programs give students a professional and practically focused education in all aspects of public administration work, helping them gain the knowledge, skills and abilities they need to be an effective public service leader.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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Many things worsen as we age – including blood pressure. Hypertension can take a serious toll on everything from your heart to your brain. Protect your body now with Dr. Mike's simple ways to lower your blood pressure and live younger.


In addition, I am passing on this e-mail>>>
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1. Wireframe your design before any code is ever written. This will help to develop the idea and catch problems early.
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2. Get actual user feedback so you can discover where users get stuck and how to improve your site.
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Monday, July 22, 2013

Here is to safe drinking water, in of all places, the United States. I remember, once upon a time, this was only a third world problem. Save drinking water is indeed everyone's concern.

Outbreak of Intestinal Disease Cyclosporiasis Sickens 200

An outbreak of the intestinal illness cyclosporiasis has sickened more than 200 people in four states, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
LiveScience.com

This is why we need to be ever vigilant about our drinking water. Not that 'fracking' caused the parasite, but the parasite does serve to remind us how precious the safety of our drinking water is. This is why Cher needs your signature on her petition. Thank You.

Protect Our Appalachian Mountains and Waterways ! PLEASE SIGN ! !




      
     
    
Cher -
- secure.sierraclub.org
If you love our Appalachian Mountains and waterways, tell the EPA to protect these streams and rivers from mountaintop removal mining pollution.

Saturday, July 20, 2013

Yes, This blog is as much for justice as knowledge as truth and as the ways of nature, because all four light the way out of darkness.

Obama Had to Say Something about Trayvon Martin, and Americans Needed to Hear It

President Obama’s somber remarks on race and the George Zimmerman verdict were almost painfully personal, delivered from the heart and from his own experiences as a black man in a society that often regards black men and black teens warily, even fearfully.
National Journal>>>Read More.

Yes, President Barack Obama did have to say something.

After all, I have to confess that I was scared to vote for him in 2008, because the economy was going down hill and was bound to continue to go down hill regardless who entered the White House. What concerned me the most at that time was the long history that the United States has--that when the economy nose dives so does racial tolerance. I wish I wish I was wrong, but looks like American History repeated itself, yet again.


 

'Justice for Trayvon' Rallies Bring Martin's Family to the Fight

'Justice for Trayvon' Rallies Held in More Than 100 Cities
Good Morning America

Good, I am glad that many are fighting this gross injustice and are supporting the Martin Family in this time of grief. I wish I could have attended the one near me, but I must confess that there are other things going on in my life that occupy my time and energy that are too personal to blog about at this time.


Justin Carter, Teen Jailed Over 'Terroristic' Facebook Comment, Out ...

www.huffingtonpost.com/.../justin-carter-facebook-teen-bail_n_358225...
Jul 11, 2013 - Thanks to an "anonymous good Samaritan," Justin Carter, the teen jailed over a threatening Facebook post, is out on bail. According to MSNBC....

Read More, if you wish, but I did not sign the petition nor would I encourage anyone else to. After all, shooting up a school in this day of age where too many innocent children have been murdered in such away is no joking matter. The authority were correct in my opinion--This Young Man Did deserve to go to jail, he is lucky that he found someone gullible enough to post his $500,000 bail. We can only hope that those 5 months in jail taught him a lesson, which apparently he needs to learn--With all these guns and all the freedom to buy them, regardless of mental state--Authorities must be extra vigilant--ALL Threats Must Be Taken Seriously.

After all, now that George Zimmerman was found innocent--he too is free to buy yet another weapon.

That petition was not worth supporting, but this one is, in firm support of Robert's petition and for the love of all the many berries from blackberry to strawberry and my favorite nut--hazelnut. I am asking one and all to sign and share Robert's petition--Thank You, in advance.

Tell Congress: Stop the Pesticide That Is Killing Bees


      
  
    
Robert-
-  org.credoaction.com
With bee populations declining across the around the country at an alarming rate, I urge you to support the "Save America's Pollinators Act" to restrict the use of these chemicals until we can be assured that they are safe and being used properly.

Wednesday, July 17, 2013

Today is for the Economy


4 Steps to Creating the Life You Want and Deserve
What actions are you taking right now to create the future you want? None? Well, get started then! Here’s how.


Tips for Minimizing the Pain of Federal Student Loans
The federal government will help you tame your federal loans, if you know where to look. These steps will keep you ahead of the game. Read more »

Which I hope will help anyone who is looking for a job.

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Monday, July 15, 2013

Justice can not nor should not be continually denied here in the United States.

Child Watch® Column: "Justice Denied"




      
    
    
Carrie
- 17 hours ago - childrensdefense.org
The outrage over the killing of an unarmed Black teenager who was doing nothing wrong must continue until some semblance of justice is achieved. People who want to keep faith in American justice feel uncomfortable, upset and disheartened.
READ MORE.



Thank You, for such lovely and moving words, which are why we do need justice to come to this and many other cases.





Dear Readers, Justice was not served in Florida, that is why I am passing on this e-mail and in the hope that you too will join in the fight for justice;
Yesterday our hearts went out to Trayvon Martin's mother, who Tweeted this: 
"Lord during my darkest hour I lean on you. You are all that I have...Thank you all for your prayers and support... I will love you forever Trayvon!!!" ~ Sybrina Fulton, July 14, 2013 [1]
As mothers, we stand with Sybrina Fulton. We stand for advancing gun safety policies, for ending racial profiling, and for eliminating dangerous laws, like the "stand your ground" law in Florida, all of which contributed to Trayvon Martin's untimely death at age 17.
In February of 2012, George Zimmerman admittedly followed Trayvon Martin, even after the authorities told him not to, and then killed the 17 year old. It took 45 days for Sanford, Florida police to arrest Zimmerman — and only 16 hours for jurors to acquit him of second-degree murder and manslaughter.   
*Join us in urging the Department of Justice to bring federal civil rights charges against George Zimmerman.
http://action.momsrising.org/go/3322?t=4&akid=4458.1976257.nTV2T8 
We were shocked with this verdict, especially given that "[m]anslaughter, which under Florida law is typically added as a lesser charge if either side requests it, was a lower bar. Jurors needed to decide only that Mr. Zimmerman put himself in a situation that culminated in Mr. Martin’s death."  ~ New York Times [2]
The appalling reality is that there are huge racial disparities within our criminal justice system.  According to an Urban Institute study, when white shooters kill black victims, 34 percent of the resulting homicides are deemed justifiable, while only 3 percent of deaths are ruled justifiable when the shooter is black and the victim is white. [2]
*The Department of Justice can bring federal civil rights charges against George Zimmerman. Join us in supporting the call for justice: 
Last year, tens of thousands of MomsRising members joined millions of people in an outpouring of support for Trayvon’s mother, Sybrina Fulton. [3] We urged the State of Florida to arrest and charge Trayvon's killer, and also urged the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) to intervene and investigate the case. That massive demand for justice led to the eventual arrest and indictment of the admitted killer, George Zimmerman. Since then, the DOJ has closely monitored the state's case against Zimmerman, and federal civil rights charges can still be brought against him. 
We need to keep the pressure on.  Our voices have made a difference in the past and when the DOJ takes action, justice is possible. We saw this in 2011, when the DOJ successfully prosecuted and convicted the killers of two unarmed men during the aftermath of Katrina. [4] That didn't happen without pressure from moms, dads and community members raising their voices for justice. Together we can work to bring about justice again, this time for Trayvon Martin.
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A jury has acquitted George Zimmerman, but WE are not done demanding justice for Trayvon. Urge the Department of Justice to bring federal civil rights charges against George Zimmerman. 
MomsRising has long stood for gun violence prevention as well as for fair treatment and equality for all families in our country. 
We support civil rights leaders NAACP and ColorOfChange in their request for the Department of Justice to bring federal civil rights charges against George Zimmerman. Too many of us could be Trayvon Martin's mom--and one child killed is too many. It's time to move gun safety and anti-racial profiling policies and laws forward, as well as to work for a criminal justice system where everyone is treated fairly.
Today, Trayvon Martin’s parents sent this message, "We will not let this verdict define Trayvon." [5] 
We won't either.  
Together, we are a strong force for women and families.
- Kristin, Monifa, Mary, Anayah, Angelique, Anita, Ashley, Beth, Charlie, Claire, dream, Elisa, Felicia,  Gloria, Joan, Julie, Karen, Migdalia, Nina, Ruth, Sarah F. and  Sarah H.


AND PLEASE DO>>>
 BOYCOTT ALL FLORIDA TOURISM UNTIL THE STAND YOUR GROUND LAW IS REPEALED.

Sunday, July 14, 2013

The Jury Spoke,But-- Unfortuately, Justice Was Not Served. (I still have freedom of speech)

George Zimmerman got away with cold blooded murder. Why? Because the State of Florida, Ironically Spanish for 'Beautiful', has legalized Vigilante Justice. Before any Gun Hugger starts with any Bull Shit about Trayvon Martin being on top of him and beating him up--well that was his-George Zimmerman' Own Damn Fault, SINCE THE POLICE DISPATCHER TOLD HIM NOT TO FOLLOW--BUT HE FOLLOWED HIS SO CALLED 'SUSPECT ANY WAY. If George Zimmerman would have done what he was told to do there would not have been a fight and he would not have had the excuse to commit MURDER.

THAT IS WHY THIS PETITION IS SO VERY VERY IMPORTANT--BEFORE ANOTHER INNOCENT PERSON GETS GUNNED DOWN IN COLD BLOOD--THERE IS AN ILLEGAL LAW THAT MUST BE DONE AWAY WITH. 

SO IN MEMORY OF A YOUNG MAN WHO WAS KILLED OFF LONG BEFORE HIS TIME LET US KEEP OTHER YOUNG PEOPLE FROM THE SAME FATE BY SIGNING THIS PETITION.

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Trayvon Martin's killer will walk free, because a jury of his peers determined that murdering an innocent teenager was a form of "self-defense." How many more killers will go free before we decide enough is enough?
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Friday, July 12, 2013

Part II

Dear Readers, let us not merely get angry about the lie and deception of so-called 'Voter Fraud' let us take action against it, before the Republicans can steal yet another election. 

That is why I am passing on this e-mail and petition for your consideration.

Republicans love to point to “voter fraud” to justify their efforts to restrict voting rights. To hear them tell it, there are hoards of walking dead “zombie voters” out there casting ballots as part of an elaborate Democratic voter fraud conspiracy.
So when South Carolina’s Republican governor Nikki Haley ordered her State Law Enforcement Division to turn up all the instances of voter fraud in her state guess what they found?
Zero cases of voter fraud. Nada. Zilch.
That’s right. After Governor Haley spent millions of taxpayer dollars trying to prove that voter fraud exists, her law enforcement division couldn’t find a single recent instance of fraud.
We didn’t need a multi-million dollar report to tell us that voter fraud was a myth perpetuated by Republicans for their own political gain, but these inconvenient facts aren’t going to change their cynical strategy.
According to the New York Times, “State officials across the South are aggressively moving ahead with new laws requiring voters to show photo identification at the polls after the Supreme Court decision striking down a portion of the Voting Rights Act.”
We have to stop “photo ID” and other voter suppression laws from taking effect, before thousands of Democratic-leaning voters are effectively disenfranchised.
Add your name to demand that Governor Haley finally admit that "widespread voter fraud" is nothing more than a politically convenient myth.
It’s not just about requiring voters to obtain new government IDs that are difficult to obtain and cost money in many cases—Republican governors are also closing early voting windows, changing registration laws, and ramming through other barriers to voting.
The recent Supreme Court decision only makes it more urgent that we act now, before it’s too late.
Thank you for standing up for the truth and protecting one of the most fundamental rights in our democracy.
Sincerely,
Mark Giangreco
         Democratic  Governors Association