Annapolis, Md. (April 29, 2014) -- Governor Martin O’Malley released the following statement on today’s U.S. Supreme Court decision upholding the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s Cross-State Air Pollution Rule, which addresses air pollution from power plants that contributes to unhealthy air in Maryland and other downwind states:
“By making better choices, we have significantly reduced air pollution generated within Maryland’s borders. Now, the air pollution that blows into Maryland from states upwind of us must be cut to protect the health of our citizens. Today’s Supreme Court ruling upholding EPA’s Cross-State Air Pollution Rule is a critical step forward in achieving this important goal.
In Maryland, we have implemented strong programs such as the Healthy Air Act and the Clean Cars Program. Our efforts to reduce the greenhouse gas emissions that contribute to Climate Change will also help improve our air quality. However, as much as 70 percent of the ozone air pollution in Maryland comes from upwind states – and ozone transported into the State has been measured at levels that already violate health-based standards. The science clearly demonstrates that Maryland cannot fully meet the air quality standards that protect public health unless air pollution generated outside of our State’s borders is controlled.
The 2012 ruling by the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia vacating the Cross-State Air Pollution Rule was disappointing, as it dealt a significant blow to our ongoing efforts to improve the quality of our air in Maryland. Maryland and other downwind states were parties in support of EPA in the case in both the lower court and in the Supreme Court. Maryland is also among a group of Northeast and Mid-Atlantic states that petitioned EPA to require upwind states to reduce emissions that contribute to the formation of ozone in Maryland and other downwind states.
It is time for the upwind states to do the right thing. We look forward to working with them – and to a future with cleaner, healthier air.”
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Tuesday, April 29, 2014
A Treasure Trove of Blackmail
"They basically have turned themselves in my opinion in to a rogue agency...on a monstrous scale on steroids."
With the astonishing number of ways the NSA can spy on Americans, one must consider the ways this trove of information could be used in the wrong hands (as if there are “right” hands). A former intelligence officer for the National Security Agency has gone on record saying that the NSA spies on persons of interest specifically for political reasons — seemingly nothing to do with national security. These persons include congressmen, senators, important committeemen, judges, and even the man who was four years from becoming President of the United States.
“Its incredible what NSA has done,” said Russell Tice, who spent 20 years as an analyst in U.S. government intelligence agencies. “They basically have turned themselves in my opinion in to a rogue agency that has J. Edgar Hoover capabilities on a monstrous scale on steroids.”
Former FBI head J. Edgar Hoover was known for spying on politicians in order to obtain dirt on them that could be later used to leverage them politically. When Tice was asked about the potential for massive blackmail, he responded that it “absolutely” exists.
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With the astonishing number of ways the NSA can spy on Americans, one must consider the ways this trove of information could be used in the wrong hands (as if there are “right” hands). A former intelligence officer for the National Security Agency has gone on record saying that the NSA spies on persons of interest specifically for political reasons — seemingly nothing to do with national security. These persons include congressmen, senators, important committeemen, judges, and even the man who was four years from becoming President of the United States.
“Its incredible what NSA has done,” said Russell Tice, who spent 20 years as an analyst in U.S. government intelligence agencies. “They basically have turned themselves in my opinion in to a rogue agency that has J. Edgar Hoover capabilities on a monstrous scale on steroids.”
Former FBI head J. Edgar Hoover was known for spying on politicians in order to obtain dirt on them that could be later used to leverage them politically. When Tice was asked about the potential for massive blackmail, he responded that it “absolutely” exists.
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Lowest Approval Ever
From Ukraine to the economy to healthcare, it's clear that the American people aren't all that pleased with Obama's performance as president. On Ukraine, only 34% approve of Obama's handling of the situation with 46% disapproving. On the economy, 54% of Americans disapprove of how he's handling it compared to 42% who approve.
The ObamaCare numbers should be troubling to all Democrats because more Americans still oppose the law, including a majority of independent voters. Remember that a recent Fox New poll found that by a 54-29 percent margin, independent voters say they would back the anti-ObamaCare candidate.” A clear majority, 57%, disapprove of the way Obama has handled the implementation of ObamaCare. It wasn't all that long ago when Obama bragged about the 8 million ObamaCare signups, stating “this thing is working.” Looks like the American people disagree. In fact, another poll conducted by McLaughlin & Associatesfound that ObamaCare would be the one thing the American people would choose to undo, if given the choice. By a wide margin, too
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Farting Cat Finds New Home
After raising quite a stink – literally, it’s been said – the saga of Lenny the farting cat has a happy ending. Whew!
From a Rochester, N.Y., shelter he’s been adopted anew after his previous “forever” home lasted just two days, reportedly because of too much “eeew.”
Bad rhyming aside, the story goes like this:
Lenny, a gorgeous Tuxedo cat was brought to Scottsville Veterinary Hospital and Pet Adoptions in February after living in a park for about a year. Nursed back to health, he was adopted out in March – only to be returned within 48 hours.
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The Biggest Secret About Banking Has Just Gone Mainstream
We’ve pointed out for 4 1/2 years that banks create money out of thin air.
Specifically, it has now been conclusively proven that loans come first … and then deposits FOLLOW.
This is the most important secret about modern banking … because it debunks one of the biggest myths preventing a strong economy, challenges one of the main pork barrel profit centers for big banks … andopens up incredible opportunities for a prosperous economy.
This odd and counter-intuitive – but crucially important – truth has now gone mainstream …
Specifically, the Financial Times’ Martin Wolf – one of the world’s most influential mainstream financial writers - says that, since banks create money out of thin air, they should be stripped of this power, and limited to normal depository functions. Wolf indicates the centrality and importance of the issue with his subtitle:
The giant hole at the heart of our market economies needs to be plugged.
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Specifically, it has now been conclusively proven that loans come first … and then deposits FOLLOW.
This is the most important secret about modern banking … because it debunks one of the biggest myths preventing a strong economy, challenges one of the main pork barrel profit centers for big banks … andopens up incredible opportunities for a prosperous economy.
This odd and counter-intuitive – but crucially important – truth has now gone mainstream …
Specifically, the Financial Times’ Martin Wolf – one of the world’s most influential mainstream financial writers - says that, since banks create money out of thin air, they should be stripped of this power, and limited to normal depository functions. Wolf indicates the centrality and importance of the issue with his subtitle:
The giant hole at the heart of our market economies needs to be plugged.
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Massive Voter Fraud Discovered in North Carolina’s 2012 Election
- 765 voters with an exact match of first and last name, DOB and last four digits of SSN were registered in N.C. and another state and voted in N.C. and the other state in the 2012 general election.
- 35,750 voters with the same first and last name and DOB were registered in N.C. and another state and voted in both states in the 2012 general election.
- 155,692 voters with the same first and last name, DOB and last four digits of SSN were registered in N.C. and another state – and the latest date of registration or voter activity did not take place within N.C.
GOVERNOR O’MALLEY ANNOUNCES STRATEGIC DEMOLITION AND SMART GROWTH IMPACT FUND AWARDS
Thirteen projects in Sustainable Communities to receive $5 million for revitalization
BALTIMORE, MD – Governor Martin O’Malley announced the projects that will benefit from the State’s Strategic Demolition and Smart Growth Impact Fund. Joined by Baltimore City Mayor Stephanie Rawlings-Blake, Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development Deputy Secretary Clarence J. Snuggs, local officials, and representatives of community development organizations around Maryland, Governor O’Malley announced the awards at the site of the former Old Town Mall in Baltimore, one of the projects receiving Impact Fund assistance for demolition and redevelopment.
“Over the last seven years, we’ve made the better choice to use strategic tools like the Impact Fund and the Sustainable Communities Act to reinvest in Maryland’s towns and cities to revitalize neighborhoods, spur economic growth, and improve the quality of life for more residents.” said Governor O’Malley. “We do better when we’re all doing better, and this funding builds on wide variety efforts to strengthen communities and support smart, sustainable projects like the redevelopment of Old Town Mall right here in Baltimore City and across our great State.”
BALTIMORE, MD – Governor Martin O’Malley announced the projects that will benefit from the State’s Strategic Demolition and Smart Growth Impact Fund. Joined by Baltimore City Mayor Stephanie Rawlings-Blake, Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development Deputy Secretary Clarence J. Snuggs, local officials, and representatives of community development organizations around Maryland, Governor O’Malley announced the awards at the site of the former Old Town Mall in Baltimore, one of the projects receiving Impact Fund assistance for demolition and redevelopment.
“Over the last seven years, we’ve made the better choice to use strategic tools like the Impact Fund and the Sustainable Communities Act to reinvest in Maryland’s towns and cities to revitalize neighborhoods, spur economic growth, and improve the quality of life for more residents.” said Governor O’Malley. “We do better when we’re all doing better, and this funding builds on wide variety efforts to strengthen communities and support smart, sustainable projects like the redevelopment of Old Town Mall right here in Baltimore City and across our great State.”
Salisbury News Will Deliver More Shocking BOE News Tomorrow
A-Z Stain Removal Guide
Just look at the alphabetical list below for help on how to remove spots and spills from all types of sources, from avocado to zucchini and everything in between.
You cannot remove all stains with the same technique. That is why it is of the utmost importance to identify the source of the spots and stains, if at all possible, prior to attempting to remove it.
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Woman posts about ‘Happy’ song on Facebook seconds before fatal Business 85 crash
HIGH POINT, N.C. — Investigators believe a driver was posting to Facebook seconds before she crashed and died.
The wreck happened Thursday morning on Business 85 in High Point. Investigators say 32-year-old Courtney Ann Sanford crossed the median and crashed head-on into a truck.
Later on Thursday, investigators say some of Sanford’s friends and family told them about a Facebook post that Sanford made around the same time as the crash. Investigators discovered the Facebook post was made seconds before the deadly crash.
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The wreck happened Thursday morning on Business 85 in High Point. Investigators say 32-year-old Courtney Ann Sanford crossed the median and crashed head-on into a truck.
Later on Thursday, investigators say some of Sanford’s friends and family told them about a Facebook post that Sanford made around the same time as the crash. Investigators discovered the Facebook post was made seconds before the deadly crash.
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$70m Alleged Healthcare Scam Busted in Texas
Ten individuals were charged in a 13-count indictment related to a broad-scale alleged healthcare fraud scheme, according to a recent press release from the FBI. 65-year-old Jeffrey Parsons and 55-year-old David Edson, vice presidents of Continuum Healthcare LLC, were allegedly at the center of the fraud.
Parsons and Edson, both Floridians, are accused of paying "kickbacks" to the following home owners and patient advocates, most of whom live in Houston, Texas: 61-year-old Aretha Johnson, 51-year-old Michelle Pace, 44-year-old James Bobino, 66-year-old Mary Browning, 68-year-old Cheryl Waller, 51-year-old Deborah Davis, 55-year-old Earnestine Johnson, and 53-year-old Ronald Turner.
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Parsons and Edson, both Floridians, are accused of paying "kickbacks" to the following home owners and patient advocates, most of whom live in Houston, Texas: 61-year-old Aretha Johnson, 51-year-old Michelle Pace, 44-year-old James Bobino, 66-year-old Mary Browning, 68-year-old Cheryl Waller, 51-year-old Deborah Davis, 55-year-old Earnestine Johnson, and 53-year-old Ronald Turner.
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More Natural Gas Production, Shipping In Md. Favored In Poll
The poll, conducted on behalf of the American Petroleum Institute and the Maryland Petroleum Council, found that 88% agreed with the idea that increased production of gas and oil would stimulate the economy, while 91% favor the development of national energy infrastructure.
The poll was conducted by telephone among more than 600 Maryland voters across party lines. The voters also indicated support for a proposed liquefied gas export terminal at Cove Point in Calvert County.
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Senator Colburn Announces May 4th Crab Feast
Senator Colburn stated “I am proud to announce that the crabs will be hot, the beer cold, and the Eastern Shore chicken delicious. I want to break the grip of the season’s cold weather and provide an unseasonable respite from the otherwise drab days of mid-spring. I also want to honor two of the greatest and oldest industries of Maryland, seafood and agriculture. I have spent many years in the Maryland General Assembly fighting for the well-being of our citizens, farmers, watermen, and businesses, and against regulations imposed by the government that negatively impact them.”
Entertainment will be provided by Bird Dog and the Road Kings and there will be a silent auction featuring items from local businesses.
Take an early summer vacation and bring the whole family to their first 2014 crab feast! Tickets are $50 per person with special discounts for sponsors. To reserve your tickets today, please send your check made payable to Citizens for Colburn Committee, PO Box 1237, Cambridge, MD 21613. Reservation should be made by May 1st. For more information, please call Kirsten Strohmer at 410-310-6009.
Ocean City celebrating the 24th Annual Springfest Art’s and Crafts Festival
Are Police One Of The Mental Casualties Of the New World Order?
Are too many police officers currently suffering from engineered mental instability? The wave of police brutality in America and the world suggests this may be true, but just how big is this problem and is all of this engineered?
First, without question there are still excellent police officers throughout America that go to work every day and carry themselves in a professional manner. Unfortunately these good and well-meaning police officers are having to bear the weight and the burden placed on them by other so-called “bad” police.
But what exactly is underneath all of this? Even police that act violently often mean well but have rationalized their own behavior to justify what they do. Let’s examine this closer.
Police, like our military men and women who are forced into situations they would rather not be in, are now being counted on to carry out over-reactive injustices on American citizens. Every day we are hearing about police shooting, killing, tasering and beating to death Americans (and even their dogs) who had no charges against them, were not even read their Miranda rights and didn’t get a chance to be heard in front of a jury of their peers. The stories of police executions nationwide are almost daily. So what can be said about this phenomenon?
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First, without question there are still excellent police officers throughout America that go to work every day and carry themselves in a professional manner. Unfortunately these good and well-meaning police officers are having to bear the weight and the burden placed on them by other so-called “bad” police.
But what exactly is underneath all of this? Even police that act violently often mean well but have rationalized their own behavior to justify what they do. Let’s examine this closer.
Police, like our military men and women who are forced into situations they would rather not be in, are now being counted on to carry out over-reactive injustices on American citizens. Every day we are hearing about police shooting, killing, tasering and beating to death Americans (and even their dogs) who had no charges against them, were not even read their Miranda rights and didn’t get a chance to be heard in front of a jury of their peers. The stories of police executions nationwide are almost daily. So what can be said about this phenomenon?
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Breaking News: Serious Motor Vehicle Accident
Motorcyclist Succumbs to Injuries in Sunday's Fatal Crash
Location: DuPont Boulevard (U.S. 113) at Speedway Road, Georgetown, DE
Date of Occurrence: Sunday, April 27, 2014, at 3:44 p.m.
Vehicles and Operators:
Operator 1: Bobby Luzader, 78, of Dover, DE (deceased)
Vehicle 1: 2005 Honda GL8 three-wheel motorcycle
Passenger: Jane Kauffman, 65, of Harrington, DE (deceased)
Operator 2: Marianne Worley, 78, of Millsboro, DE (treated at Beebe Hospital for a minor injury and released)
Vehicle 2: 1996 Lincoln Town Car
Resume:
Georgetown- Bobby Luzader, 78 of Dover, has died as a result of the injuries he sustained in a crash that occurred Sunday afternoon. State Police were notified that Mr. Luzader was pronounced dead at 10:55 p.m. Monday evening.
The Collision Reconstruction Unit is continuing its investigation and no charges have been filed.
Date of Occurrence: Sunday, April 27, 2014, at 3:44 p.m.
Vehicles and Operators:
Operator 1: Bobby Luzader, 78, of Dover, DE (deceased)
Vehicle 1: 2005 Honda GL8 three-wheel motorcycle
Passenger: Jane Kauffman, 65, of Harrington, DE (deceased)
Operator 2: Marianne Worley, 78, of Millsboro, DE (treated at Beebe Hospital for a minor injury and released)
Vehicle 2: 1996 Lincoln Town Car
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Georgetown- Bobby Luzader, 78 of Dover, has died as a result of the injuries he sustained in a crash that occurred Sunday afternoon. State Police were notified that Mr. Luzader was pronounced dead at 10:55 p.m. Monday evening.
The Collision Reconstruction Unit is continuing its investigation and no charges have been filed.
Gun Buybacks Not Effective For Curbing Violence
Staring down the barrel of a gun is the last thing 31,000 Americans see each year before they take their last breath. It is their last image as the power of a gun is harnessed to take a life.
But those lives don’t have to be lost. Experts say many gun deaths can be prevented if we pull those weapons out of homes where they could be used by accident or out of hands that plan to use them for harm on purpose.
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