ANNAPOLIS, MD (March 18, 2013) – Governor Martin O’Malley today issued the following statement on the final passage of the Maryland Offshore Wind Energy Act of 2013:
“Offshore wind is a potential win-win-win for Maryland. Today’s vote positions our State for greater job creation and opportunity, while moving us forward toward securing a more sustainable energy future. By advancing this promising green technology, together, we have also chosen to do the right thing for our planet; every megawatt-hour of energy we generate from clean wind power, is a megawatt-hour of energy we are not burning into our atmosphere through dirty fossil fuels.
“I’d like to thank Senator Pinsky and Delegate Hucker, who have been long-standing advocates for creating a pathway for offshore wind in our State. I’d also like to recognize the hard work and leadership of Chairman Middleton and Chairman Davis for their commitment to getting this done, and all of the members of the General Assembly who worked to make this a reality for Maryland.
“This is a win for our jobs future, our energy future, and therefore our children’s future.”
DelMarVa's Premier Source for News, Opinion, Analysis, and Human Interest Contact Publisher Joe Albero at alberobutzo@wmconnect.com or 410-430-5349
Monday, March 18, 2013
Eric Holder: Organized Crime’s Man Of The Year
If I were a high level criminal, I would sleep with a life-sized blow-up doll of Eric Holder. How could I not love this man?
When it comes to the drug war, we wouldn’t even have one, and that would be very, very bad for very, very big business.
Prohibition is good for big business. It allows for the creation of extraordinary after cost profits while keeping competitors under control.
When you can grow your own weed or get it from your neighbor, the profit drains out of it. If you can grow Asteraceae, you can grow Cannabis. Who the hell would drop four bills for a lid of daisies?
Money laundering? No problem if you do it on a large enough scale. Government keeps the small players out of illegal activities and collects small penalties, commissions really, for not prosecuting the big boys. That is racketeering. HSBC and Wachovia come to mind.
Eric Holder has gone from the role to chief law enforcement officer of the people to a collector of commissions for providing protection to high level criminals.
If you say something the government doesn’t like, he will send a drone for your ass. It seems about the only punishable crimes left in America are speaking out and smoking dope.
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When it comes to the drug war, we wouldn’t even have one, and that would be very, very bad for very, very big business.
Prohibition is good for big business. It allows for the creation of extraordinary after cost profits while keeping competitors under control.
When you can grow your own weed or get it from your neighbor, the profit drains out of it. If you can grow Asteraceae, you can grow Cannabis. Who the hell would drop four bills for a lid of daisies?
Money laundering? No problem if you do it on a large enough scale. Government keeps the small players out of illegal activities and collects small penalties, commissions really, for not prosecuting the big boys. That is racketeering. HSBC and Wachovia come to mind.
Eric Holder has gone from the role to chief law enforcement officer of the people to a collector of commissions for providing protection to high level criminals.
If you say something the government doesn’t like, he will send a drone for your ass. It seems about the only punishable crimes left in America are speaking out and smoking dope.
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RAND PAUL 2016
The GOP of old has grown stale and moss-covered. I don’t think we need to name any names, do we? Our party is encumbered by an inconsistent approach to freedom. The new GOP will need to embrace liberty in both the economic and the personal sphere. If we’re going to have a Republican party that can win, liberty needs to be the backbone of the GOP. We must have a message that is broad, our vision must be broad, and that vision must be based on freedom.
There are millions of Americans, young and old, native and immigrant, black, white and brown, who simply seek to live free, to practice a religion, free to choose where their kids go to school, free to choose their own health care, free to keep the fruits of their labor, free to live without government constantly being on their back. I will stand for them. I will stand for you. I will stand for our prosperity and our freedom, and I ask everyone who values liberty to stand with me. Thank you. God bless America.
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Member Of Music Group "The Spinners" Dies in FL
A former lead singer of the soul music group "The Spinners" has died in Orlando.
A statement released Monday by the manager of the rhythm and blues group said Bobbie Smith passed away Saturday morning due to complications from pneumonia and influenza. He was 76.
The statement says Smith had been diagnosed with lung cancer in November.
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2013 Golden Gloves
Hello All,
Well Main St Gym wrapped up our participation in the 2013 Golden Gloves Saturday night. With Rudy Calixto putting on a real show.
Our kids all fought well and we got 2 champions and 3 silver medals.
We are all very proud of them and they did Salisbury and Main St Gym proud.
Thank You all. Coach Hal
Landover MD. Calixto duo Champs
Younger brother Rudy Calixto had to put in three hard rounds of fighting to get his well deserved win against Cornell Gray of Kennilworth Boxing in DC. “Rudy was very impressive on a number of levels, he listened well to instructions then executed them to land clean punches while evading his opponents offenses.” said Coach Chernoff.
“It’s in the book now, no matter what happens in their lives, no one can take the 2013 Golden Gloves Championship from them. They earned it , they own it and we are all very proud of them” He added
Other Main St Gym boxes feel just short of the the number one spot including 9 year old Erick Acosta. In a very close bout against Mohammed Robinson of UMAR Boxing. The fight, that was virtually a coin toss garnered Acosta the Silver Medal for 2013.
Kobe Moore lost by decision against Donte Baypop of No Excuse Boxing, to take home the Silver. Brother Corey Moore also had to settle for the Silver after his Championship loss last week.
Open Class 152lb boxer Shawn Woodford lost on points in his preliminary bout Saturday night finishing Main St Gym’s participation in this years 2013 Golden Gloves. The final count was 2 gold medals and 3 silvers.
Well Main St Gym wrapped up our participation in the 2013 Golden Gloves Saturday night. With Rudy Calixto putting on a real show.
Our kids all fought well and we got 2 champions and 3 silver medals.
Please put this information below out for the public as these kids fought their hearts out and will be right back in the gym training Monday night.
We are all very proud of them and they did Salisbury and Main St Gym proud.
Thank You all. Coach Hal
Landover MD. Calixto duo Champs
In the third week of the the Maryland/DC Golden Gloves, Main St Gym came away with two Champions. Brothers Ivan Calixto and Rudy Calixto were crowned 2013 Golden Gloves Champs after Ivan won the 119lb 14yr-15 yr division by walkover after his opponent failed appear in the ring after making weight. “Ivan was prepared for this Championship bout and we were wrapped, gloved and heading to the ring, when the loudspeaker called me to the judges table to tell me that our opponent was gone. It was a real let down for Ivan who wanted so badly to take the test. “ said Coach Hal Chernoff. Ivan is getting a reputation for his skills, speed and power. I can’t say why his opponent wasn’t there, al I can say is that he was and he was ready to do battle.
Younger brother Rudy Calixto had to put in three hard rounds of fighting to get his well deserved win against Cornell Gray of Kennilworth Boxing in DC. “Rudy was very impressive on a number of levels, he listened well to instructions then executed them to land clean punches while evading his opponents offenses.” said Coach Chernoff.
“It’s in the book now, no matter what happens in their lives, no one can take the 2013 Golden Gloves Championship from them. They earned it , they own it and we are all very proud of them” He added
Other Main St Gym boxes feel just short of the the number one spot including 9 year old Erick Acosta. In a very close bout against Mohammed Robinson of UMAR Boxing. The fight, that was virtually a coin toss garnered Acosta the Silver Medal for 2013.
Kobe Moore lost by decision against Donte Baypop of No Excuse Boxing, to take home the Silver. Brother Corey Moore also had to settle for the Silver after his Championship loss last week.
Open Class 152lb boxer Shawn Woodford lost on points in his preliminary bout Saturday night finishing Main St Gym’s participation in this years 2013 Golden Gloves. The final count was 2 gold medals and 3 silvers.
US Says Hunger Strike Grows to 21 at Guantanamo
A Guantanamo Bay prison spokesman says 21 men are on hunger strike in a widening protest at the U.S. base in Cuba.
Navy Capt. Robert Durand says eight men are being fed with a liquid nutrient mix to prevent dangerous weight loss. Two men are at the prison hospital being treated for dehydration. The military says none are in immediate danger from the strike.
Lawyers for prisoners say the men are protesting their indefinite confinement and what they consider intrusive searches of their Qurans.
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Navy Capt. Robert Durand says eight men are being fed with a liquid nutrient mix to prevent dangerous weight loss. Two men are at the prison hospital being treated for dehydration. The military says none are in immediate danger from the strike.
Lawyers for prisoners say the men are protesting their indefinite confinement and what they consider intrusive searches of their Qurans.
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Vehicle Fuel Economy Has Biggest U.S. Gain Since 1975
Fuel economy of vehicles sold in the U.S. last year had the sharpest gains in almost four decades, as foreign automakers Honda Motor Co. Ltd. (7267), Volkswagen AG (VOW) andMazda Motor Corp. (7261) had the most efficient fleets.
An annual report by the Environmental Protection Agency showed new cars and trucks had a 16 percent gain in fuel efficiency in the past five years, to 23.8 miles per gallon. Preliminary data shows an average increase of 1.4 mpg in 2012 from the previous year, which in part was attributed to the drop in Japanese vehicle production after the March 2011 tsunami, the EPA said.
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An annual report by the Environmental Protection Agency showed new cars and trucks had a 16 percent gain in fuel efficiency in the past five years, to 23.8 miles per gallon. Preliminary data shows an average increase of 1.4 mpg in 2012 from the previous year, which in part was attributed to the drop in Japanese vehicle production after the March 2011 tsunami, the EPA said.
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Thieves in Half-Billion Dollar Art Heist Identified By FBI
Twenty-three years to the day that thieves stole irreplaceable artwork from the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum in Boston, federal authorities announced they had identified the people responsible for the half-billion dollar heist.
"We have identified the thieves who are members of a criminal organization with a base in the mid-Atlantic states and New England," said Richard DesLauriers, special agent in charge of the FBI's Boston office.
On the night of March 18, 1990, two thieves posed as Boston police officers. Once inside the museum, they tied up the guards and left with 13 masterpieces, including works by Degas and Rembrandt, valued at a total of $500 million.
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"We have identified the thieves who are members of a criminal organization with a base in the mid-Atlantic states and New England," said Richard DesLauriers, special agent in charge of the FBI's Boston office.
On the night of March 18, 1990, two thieves posed as Boston police officers. Once inside the museum, they tied up the guards and left with 13 masterpieces, including works by Degas and Rembrandt, valued at a total of $500 million.
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Md. School District Clamps Down On Hugs At School
WASHINGTON - As part of new guidelines that officials say are intended to protect students, hugs from visitors who are not a child's parent are banned in St. Mary's County public elementary schools.
The Southern Maryland Newspapers report that the new rules say parents who visit a cafeteria should refrain from touching or hugging children other than their own.
Parents can also only give homemade food to their own child. All foods brought in for celebrations are limited to store-bought items with a list of ingredients provided, as a precaution for kids with food allergies.
The county student handbook for the 2012-2013 school year says visitors must sign in at a school's front office, but Southern Maryland Newspapers reports the new guidelines also call for a visitor's picture to be taken by a computer camera.
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The Southern Maryland Newspapers report that the new rules say parents who visit a cafeteria should refrain from touching or hugging children other than their own.
Parents can also only give homemade food to their own child. All foods brought in for celebrations are limited to store-bought items with a list of ingredients provided, as a precaution for kids with food allergies.
The county student handbook for the 2012-2013 school year says visitors must sign in at a school's front office, but Southern Maryland Newspapers reports the new guidelines also call for a visitor's picture to be taken by a computer camera.
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Obama Will Use Nixon-Era Law To Fight Climate Change
President Barack Obama is preparing to tell all federal agencies for the first time that they should consider the impact on global warming before approving major projects, from pipelines to highways.
The result could be significant delays for natural gas- export facilities, ports for coal sales to Asia, and even new forest roads, industry lobbyists warn.
“It’s got us very freaked out,” said Ross Eisenberg, vice president of the National Association of Manufacturers, a Washington-based group that represents 11,000 companies such as Exxon Mobil Corp. (XOM) and Southern Co. (SO) The standards, which constitute guidance for agencies and not new regulations, are set to be issued in the coming weeks, according to lawyers briefed by administration officials.
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The result could be significant delays for natural gas- export facilities, ports for coal sales to Asia, and even new forest roads, industry lobbyists warn.
“It’s got us very freaked out,” said Ross Eisenberg, vice president of the National Association of Manufacturers, a Washington-based group that represents 11,000 companies such as Exxon Mobil Corp. (XOM) and Southern Co. (SO) The standards, which constitute guidance for agencies and not new regulations, are set to be issued in the coming weeks, according to lawyers briefed by administration officials.
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NYC Mayor Wants Stores to Hide Cigarettes
The billionaire former smoker has made anti-tobacco efforts a major part of his mayoralty and private philanthropy.
Bloomberg banned smoking in bars and restaurants during his first term, a move that was not common at the time. He has also donated hundreds of millions to programs that seek to curb smoking around the world.
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Steubenville Teens Plan to Appeal
STEUBENVILLE, Ohio — Judge Thomas Lipps reached a decision on Sunday in the trial of two Steubenville high school football players accused of raping an allegedly drunk 16-year-old.
He handed down a guilty verdict on all three counts and sentenced the boys to time in a juvenile correctional facility.
He handed down a guilty verdict on all three counts and sentenced the boys to time in a juvenile correctional facility.
Arlington National Cemetery Expansion Plans Threaten Old Trees
“We owe them a place where they can have eternal rest,” says Raymond Houck, a U.S. Army veteran.
The cemetery spans 624 acres of sacred ground with 400,000 graves.
“Every year they find this to be a special and moving place and I want to keep that for everybody,” says Carol Harvey of Arlington.
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Leading House Democrat Says Job Creation, Not Deficit Cutting, Is Immediate Priority
As both the House and Senate work on budget blueprints for the new fiscal year, Rep. Chris Van Hollen of Maryland, the top Democrat on the House Budget Committee, emphasized on NBC’s Meet the Press Sunday that for his party “our priority is job growth” -- not cutting the debt or annual budget deficits.
“Right now our big problem is to sustain the economic recovery. We’ve seen momentum in the job market and the last thing we want do right now is to put the brakes on that,” Van Hollen told NBC’s David Gregory. “In fact one half of this year’s deficit is due to unemployment.”
“Right now our big problem is to sustain the economic recovery. We’ve seen momentum in the job market and the last thing we want do right now is to put the brakes on that,” Van Hollen told NBC’s David Gregory. “In fact one half of this year’s deficit is due to unemployment.”
Seal Has Luck Of The Irish
Named Shamrock by volunteers with Marine Education, Research and Rehabilitation Institute, the pup had trouble breathing because the netting was wrapped around his neck and had dug into his skin, said volunteer Rob Rector in a press release.
The net also had wrapped around a flipper and Shamrock could not use it to swim.
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It’s Time To Tax Financial Transactions
On Friday at midnight, the sequester kicked in, triggering $85 billion in deep, dumb budget cuts that sent “nonessential personnel”— such as air traffic controllers — packing.
Not to worry, though: Wall Street’s day was pretty much like any other. Billions of dollars in profits were made off of trillions of dollars in financial transactions. And the vast majority of those transactions were conducted tax-free.
Congressman Andy Harris Introduces Bill To Protect Small Businesses From Arcane Banking Law
Local Farm Family Inspires Bill – Endorsed by MD Farm Bureau
WASHINGTON, DC—Congressman Andy Harris, M.D. introduced The Small Business Deposit Relief Act of 2013 (H.R. 1184) that would protect small businesses and farm families from an arcane banking law, known as structuring, that punishes someone for making repeated cash deposits under $10,000. Many are already aware that depositing or withdrawing sums over $10,000 results in a Currency Transaction Report (CTR) being filed by a financial institution with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). But, few know that repeated deposits under $10,000 may trigger a Suspicious Activity Report (SAR) and is illegal. When structuring is alleged, 100% of the cash deposits in question can be seized and those involved can face up to five years in jail.
There have been 14 documented cases in Maryland of the IRS seizing bank accounts of small businesses who did this to avoid the $10,000 threshold. One in 2011 involved a farm family who operates produce stands on the Eastern Shore. IRS agents showed up at their door to ask questions about their business, without an attorney present, then told them the IRS had seized their cash deposits which totaled $90,000. The investigators later reviewed years of tax returns and business records finding no evidence of criminal activity or tax evasion. The family ended up settling out of court to avoid the high cost of a trial and agreed to a civil forfeiture instead of a criminal fine or jail time.
Under the current law, structuring is being treated the same as organized crime and drug dealing which is wrong. There is no leeway for those who commit structuring which is why Congressman Harris introduced The Small Business Deposit Relief Act of 2013. The bill would limit any criminal and civil penalties for structuring when there is no other crime being committed. It also includes no jail time for first time offenders and limits the amount that can be seized to no more than 10% of the cash deposits in question.
The Maryland Farm Bureau strongly supports this legislation because it would protect farm families all across Maryland from having their assets taken by an unnecessary law.
“This arcane banking law needs to be revised before more small businesses and farm families are hurt by it,” said Congressman Andy Harris. “They are being penalized for doing nothing other than going about their regular business practices. These are hardworking taxpayers who want to do the best by their families and communities, and they are being punished for it. All Maryland taxpayers ask for is a government that is accountable and responsible. We must amend this law because it is making criminals out of hardworking small business owners who have done nothing wrong.”
“I applaud Congressman Harris’ efforts to help Maryland farmers who have been unnecessarily caught up with this law,” said Patricia Langenfelder, President of the Maryland Farm Bureau. “There is no reason to confiscate the savings of hardworking farmers when they have not done anything wrong. We must change this law so more farm families are not punished. Congressman Harris is a true champion of the Maryland farm community, and I look forward to working with him to get this bill passed.”
WASHINGTON, DC—Congressman Andy Harris, M.D. introduced The Small Business Deposit Relief Act of 2013 (H.R. 1184) that would protect small businesses and farm families from an arcane banking law, known as structuring, that punishes someone for making repeated cash deposits under $10,000. Many are already aware that depositing or withdrawing sums over $10,000 results in a Currency Transaction Report (CTR) being filed by a financial institution with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). But, few know that repeated deposits under $10,000 may trigger a Suspicious Activity Report (SAR) and is illegal. When structuring is alleged, 100% of the cash deposits in question can be seized and those involved can face up to five years in jail.
There have been 14 documented cases in Maryland of the IRS seizing bank accounts of small businesses who did this to avoid the $10,000 threshold. One in 2011 involved a farm family who operates produce stands on the Eastern Shore. IRS agents showed up at their door to ask questions about their business, without an attorney present, then told them the IRS had seized their cash deposits which totaled $90,000. The investigators later reviewed years of tax returns and business records finding no evidence of criminal activity or tax evasion. The family ended up settling out of court to avoid the high cost of a trial and agreed to a civil forfeiture instead of a criminal fine or jail time.
Under the current law, structuring is being treated the same as organized crime and drug dealing which is wrong. There is no leeway for those who commit structuring which is why Congressman Harris introduced The Small Business Deposit Relief Act of 2013. The bill would limit any criminal and civil penalties for structuring when there is no other crime being committed. It also includes no jail time for first time offenders and limits the amount that can be seized to no more than 10% of the cash deposits in question.
The Maryland Farm Bureau strongly supports this legislation because it would protect farm families all across Maryland from having their assets taken by an unnecessary law.
“This arcane banking law needs to be revised before more small businesses and farm families are hurt by it,” said Congressman Andy Harris. “They are being penalized for doing nothing other than going about their regular business practices. These are hardworking taxpayers who want to do the best by their families and communities, and they are being punished for it. All Maryland taxpayers ask for is a government that is accountable and responsible. We must amend this law because it is making criminals out of hardworking small business owners who have done nothing wrong.”
“I applaud Congressman Harris’ efforts to help Maryland farmers who have been unnecessarily caught up with this law,” said Patricia Langenfelder, President of the Maryland Farm Bureau. “There is no reason to confiscate the savings of hardworking farmers when they have not done anything wrong. We must change this law so more farm families are not punished. Congressman Harris is a true champion of the Maryland farm community, and I look forward to working with him to get this bill passed.”
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Consumer Sentiment Misses By Most Ever, Slumps To 15 Month Lows
It appears paying more for gasoline and higher taxes trumps the exuberance of the equity markets as UMich Consumer Sentiment crashed in February. Printing at 71.8 on expectations of 78.0 this is the biggest miss on recordbased on Bloomberg data. The 71.8 level is the lowest since December 2011 as it appears that the Fed's only remaining policy tool is just not sparking that animal spirit in the real economy's anchor - the US consumer - as while current conditions did drop, it is future expectations that plunged.
Jim Ireton’s Respect for the Salisbury Taxpayer – Part 2
Giving YOUR Money Away to a Select Few
Salisbury mayor Jim Ireton LOVES to spend other people’s money. OK, he’s a liberal. Actually, Jim’s politics are somewhere to the left of Karl Marx. Ireton has seldom seen a government program he didn’t love. If Ireton is re-elected, AND if Jake Day is elected to the city council, Jim has a plan to spend some MORE of YOUR hard earned money. It involves re-developing downtown.Ireton wants to sell the downtown parking lots for a song, subsidize them by waiving the capacity fees for water and sewer, and HOPE that Salisbury will somehow be re-born.
Does anyone believe that adding 500 “affordable housing units” downtown is going to re-vitalize Salisbury’s local economy? Evidently Ireton, along with Jake Day, councilwoman Laura Mitchell, and councilwoman Shanie Shields do.
The “logic” goes something like this:
- You build X “affordable housing units” downtown.
- Businesses such as grocery stores, pharmacies, and other retailers will RUSH to build stores.
- Downtown will be MAGICALLY re-vitalized.
- The world will be a better place.
500 Affordable Housing Units
OK, we sell off the parking lots, take EDU’s (water and sewer capacity) away from industrial development that could actually create jobs that pay a living wage, and 500 more housing units appear. Do you think that businesses will then flock to downtown? Ireton and his pals do.
Grocery Stores, Pharmacies, and Boutiques … OH MY!
Before a retail business decides to invest in a site they look at certain things, including traffic count and parking. Would you build a grocery store based on a target population of less than 2,000? Of course you wouldn’t!
But wait, wouldn’t people from outside the immediate area come? Would they? I live to the southeast of downtown. There are at least three grocery stores and at least seven pharmacies closer to my home than the downtown plaza. Well, maybe the people who live over on the west side will come? I can think of at least two grocery stores and two pharmacies that are closer. Well maybe the folks from Newtown? Maybe. Where are they going to park? Remember – Jimmy, Jake, Laura, and Shanie have sold all of the parking except for the parking garage. Do you really believe that those folks from Newtown are going to walk across US 50 and then schlep their groceries back on foot?
OK, I’ll agree that one convenience store might succeed under the Ireton plan.
It’s MAGIC!
The notion that this will re-vitalize downtown, much less Salisbury’s local economy is too ridiculous for real comment. Downtown CAN be salvaged. It CAN be re-vitalized. It just won’t happen by throwing subsidies at a few developers.
You need a solution that drives traffic. Business people will then be willing to invest their own capital. Look at Joe Albero’s plan. It not only makes sense, it offers a REAL, free-market driven solution for downtown as well as a plan for the city’s entire economy.
Subsidizing residential development was a failure during the real estate boom! Salisbury borrowed millions of dollars that were handed over to a select group of residential developers. What did that yield? Temporary construction jobs. Subsidizing retail doesn’t yield jobs that pay a living wage.
The key is to allow development without unnecessary government interference. The key is show potential employers - not just downtown, but throughout Salisbury – that the city will treat businesses, and residents, like valued customers.
Why can’t Jimmy Ireton learn from past mistakes; both his own and his predecessor’s?
Part 1 – Thrift Travel Inn
G. A. Harrison is a former editor of SBYNews and a regular contributor. He also writes at the DelMarVa Observer. This article was originally posted at the DelMarVa Observer.
The Cost Of The Iraq War: 190,000 Lives, $2.2 Trillion
The U.S. invaded Iraq 10 years ago next week. Was it worth it?
Next Tuesday will mark the 10-year anniversary of the Iraq war. The cost of that military adventure? Approximately 190,000 dead soldiers, contractors, and civilians, and a $2.2 trillion bill for American taxpayers, according to a new report from Brown University. Specifically, the research was conducted by "30 economists, anthropologists, lawyers, humanitarian personnel, and political scientists from 15 universities, the United Nations, and other organizations."
Next Tuesday will mark the 10-year anniversary of the Iraq war. The cost of that military adventure? Approximately 190,000 dead soldiers, contractors, and civilians, and a $2.2 trillion bill for American taxpayers, according to a new report from Brown University. Specifically, the research was conducted by "30 economists, anthropologists, lawyers, humanitarian personnel, and political scientists from 15 universities, the United Nations, and other organizations."
Car Runs On Nothing But Air
If you're looking for the car of the future, look no further than Peter Dearman's rusty, 25-year-old Vauxhall Nova.
A beer keg sits in the messy trunk. Pipes run through the middle of the car, which is littered with wrenches and loose bolts. Under the hood, a red, plastic garbage can holds anti-freeze that spills over the sides and a piece of wood holds, well, everything else together.
But look beyond the homemade at what's not there: no gas, no batteries. The Dearman engine -- which sounds like a high pitched golf cart -- is powered only by liquid air. This may be the greenest car on the planet.
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A beer keg sits in the messy trunk. Pipes run through the middle of the car, which is littered with wrenches and loose bolts. Under the hood, a red, plastic garbage can holds anti-freeze that spills over the sides and a piece of wood holds, well, everything else together.
But look beyond the homemade at what's not there: no gas, no batteries. The Dearman engine -- which sounds like a high pitched golf cart -- is powered only by liquid air. This may be the greenest car on the planet.
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The Real Spending Problem
The budget fight in Washington, which entered a new round last week as Senate Democrats and House Republicans introduced dueling plans, is usually cast as a contest between raising taxes and cutting spending. In fact, the taxes-versus-spending distinction is largely meaningless.
GOP Has $10M For Outreach To Minority Communities Nationwide
The Republican National Committee will launch a $10 million minority engagement initiative this year that will send hundreds of party workers into Asian, Hispanic and black communities, coast to coast, to talk about what Republicans believe in.
The outreach is part of the party’s plan to compete in all 50 states in the 2016 presidential contest instead of just the nine battleground states that Mitt Romney and Paul Ryan targeted last year, RNC Chairman Reince Priebus said.
The GOP presidential ticket won only one of those states — North Carolina — losing Colorado, Florida, Iowa, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Carolina, Ohio, Virginia and Wisconsin.
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The outreach is part of the party’s plan to compete in all 50 states in the 2016 presidential contest instead of just the nine battleground states that Mitt Romney and Paul Ryan targeted last year, RNC Chairman Reince Priebus said.
The GOP presidential ticket won only one of those states — North Carolina — losing Colorado, Florida, Iowa, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Carolina, Ohio, Virginia and Wisconsin.
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Boehner Says He Would Oppose Marriage Equality Even If Son Was Gay
House Speaker John Boehner (R-OH) — who is spending millions of taxpayer dollars opposing marriage equality — told ABC’s This Week that he could never see himself supporting same-sex unions, despite the growing evolution towards marriage for all within the Republican Party.
Responding to Sen. Rob Portman (R-OH) change of heart on the issue, Boehner said that he “appreciates” his friend’s new position, but insisted that “I believe that marriage is a union of a man and a woman” and predicted that he would not change his mind even if he found out that his own son is gay:
Responding to Sen. Rob Portman (R-OH) change of heart on the issue, Boehner said that he “appreciates” his friend’s new position, but insisted that “I believe that marriage is a union of a man and a woman” and predicted that he would not change his mind even if he found out that his own son is gay:
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STATEMENT FROM GOVERNOR MARTIN O'MALLEY ON PASSAGE OF DEATH PENALTY REPEAL IN MARYLAND
ANNAPOLIS, MD – Governor Martin O’Malley issued the following statement on the passage of the Administration’s bill to repeal the death penalty in Maryland. The final vote count on the bill is 82-56 in the Maryland House of Delegates:
“With today's vote to repeal the death penalty in Maryland, the General Assembly is eliminating a policy that is proven not to work. Evidence shows that the death penalty is not a deterrent, it cannot be administered without racial bias, and it costs three times as much as life in prison without parole. What's more, there is no way to reverse a mistake if an innocent person is put to death.
"I’d like to thank Benjamin Jealous and Gerald Stansbury of the NAACP, Senator Raskin, Senator Gladden and Delegate Rosenberg for their leadership on this issue, Ben Civiletti and the other members of the Maryland Commission on Capital Punishment - and all of the members of the General Assembly who’ve worked to make this vote a reality. I’d also like to thank Maryland Citizens Against State Executions, and all of our faith leaders and coalition partners who’ve worked so hard to get this done."
The Governor will make a case-by-case decision regarding the five inmates currently on death row.
“With today's vote to repeal the death penalty in Maryland, the General Assembly is eliminating a policy that is proven not to work. Evidence shows that the death penalty is not a deterrent, it cannot be administered without racial bias, and it costs three times as much as life in prison without parole. What's more, there is no way to reverse a mistake if an innocent person is put to death.
"I’d like to thank Benjamin Jealous and Gerald Stansbury of the NAACP, Senator Raskin, Senator Gladden and Delegate Rosenberg for their leadership on this issue, Ben Civiletti and the other members of the Maryland Commission on Capital Punishment - and all of the members of the General Assembly who’ve worked to make this vote a reality. I’d also like to thank Maryland Citizens Against State Executions, and all of our faith leaders and coalition partners who’ve worked so hard to get this done."
The Governor will make a case-by-case decision regarding the five inmates currently on death row.
Residents Turn In More Than 600 Weapons
Howard County's first Gun Buyback Safety Day in 18 years netted 631 weapons.
The program gave residents the opportunity to anonymously remove unwanted guns from their homes and get $100 dollars back.
Vehicles lined up at the Dorsey Building in Columbia two hours before the event started.
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Business & Labor Leaders Support Transportation Infrastructure Plan
This morning, leaders of Maryland’s business and labor community came together to urge members of the General Assembly to pass the plan to create 44,000 jobs while rebuilding our roads, bridges and transit systems.
As Jermaine Jones, the business manager/secretary treasurer of LiUNA Local Union 710 explained, “Maryland’s transportation plan will create 44,000 jobs putting people to work rebuilding our transportation infrastructure. These jobs will help families put food on the table. It’s time for the Maryland General Assembly to pass this plan. It’s time to put people to work.”
Mr. Jones was joined by Don Fry, the president and CEO of the Greater Baltimore Committee, Jim Dinegar, the president & CEO of the Greater Washington Board of Trade; Mark Coles, the business/legislative representative of the Washington, DC, Building and Construction Trades Council; and James Russ, the president of the Maryland Transportation Builders and Materials Association; Beverly Pannee, the vice president of RJM Engineering.
Business and labor leaders aren’t the only ones who know that investing in infrastructure will create jobs and reduce traffic congestion. “Get Maryland Moving,” a coalition of business, environmental, and civic leaders, announced its support today for the plan to fund critical transportation infrastructure. Among other groups, the coalition includes various local chambers of commerce and the League of Women Voters Maryland.
Read their endorsement here: http://www.getmarylandmoving.org/31513-press-statement-get-maryland-moving-coalition-endorses-hb1515-maryland-transportation-infrastructure-act/
As Jermaine Jones, the business manager/secretary treasurer of LiUNA Local Union 710 explained, “Maryland’s transportation plan will create 44,000 jobs putting people to work rebuilding our transportation infrastructure. These jobs will help families put food on the table. It’s time for the Maryland General Assembly to pass this plan. It’s time to put people to work.”
Mr. Jones was joined by Don Fry, the president and CEO of the Greater Baltimore Committee, Jim Dinegar, the president & CEO of the Greater Washington Board of Trade; Mark Coles, the business/legislative representative of the Washington, DC, Building and Construction Trades Council; and James Russ, the president of the Maryland Transportation Builders and Materials Association; Beverly Pannee, the vice president of RJM Engineering.
Business and labor leaders aren’t the only ones who know that investing in infrastructure will create jobs and reduce traffic congestion. “Get Maryland Moving,” a coalition of business, environmental, and civic leaders, announced its support today for the plan to fund critical transportation infrastructure. Among other groups, the coalition includes various local chambers of commerce and the League of Women Voters Maryland.
Read their endorsement here: http://www.getmarylandmoving.org/31513-press-statement-get-maryland-moving-coalition-endorses-hb1515-maryland-transportation-infrastructure-act/
County Council Closed Session
The Wicomico County Council will meet in a special session on Monday, March 18th at 10:00 a. m. in the Council Chamber, Room 301 Government Office Building. Upon convening, the County Council will immediately consider a motion to enter a closed session to consider personnel matters. There will be no other business considered.
Cpt. Sara Knutson Killed In Afghanistan Helicopter Crash
Cpt. Sara Knutson, 27, died Monday during a training mission aboard a UH-60 Black Hawk near Kandahar. She was assigned to Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 3rd Combat Aviation Brigade, 3rd Infantry Division, Hunter Army Airfield, Ga.
The helicopter is reported to have crashed during a heavy rainstorm.
The exact cause of the crash is being investigated. Initial reports showed no enemy activity was present at the time of the crash.
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MARK KELLY'S 'AR-15 STUNT' PROVOKES GIFFORDS PHOTO LEAK
Mark Kelly's campaign against "assault weapons" such as the AR-15 rifle has sparked a local backlash. On March 13, a Tucson, Arizona radio host published a photograph of former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords holding an AR-15 rifle at a gun range. Giffords has since confirmed that the photograph is authentic.
James T. Harris, blogging at the website of "101.4 FM The Truth," wrote:
What is wrong with this picture? Absolutely nothing, and prior to the aggressive progressive opportunistic fear mongering in the wake of Sandy Hook, this picture would have raised no eyebrows and garnered little public attention.
However, in response to the exploitative political scheming of Mark Kelly, persons connected to Congresswoman Giffords released this photo in response to what they perceived to be her husband’s hypocrisy.
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James T. Harris, blogging at the website of "101.4 FM The Truth," wrote:
What is wrong with this picture? Absolutely nothing, and prior to the aggressive progressive opportunistic fear mongering in the wake of Sandy Hook, this picture would have raised no eyebrows and garnered little public attention.
However, in response to the exploitative political scheming of Mark Kelly, persons connected to Congresswoman Giffords released this photo in response to what they perceived to be her husband’s hypocrisy.
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Snow In The Middle Of March, Go Figure
Somerset County Sheriff's Office Press Release 3-17-13
Robert, Edgar Fisher Jr. of Salisbury, arrested 3-6-13 on a warrant for failing to appear in court. Fissher was held on a $500.00 bond.
Horace Rocklin Shelton of Baltimore, arrested 3-6-13 on a Georgia fugitive warrant. Shelton was held without bond pending extradition to Georgia.
Ashia Zulkea Johnson of Salisbury, arrested 3-7-13 on two warrants for violation of probation. Johnson was held on a $40,000 bond.
Anthony Arzynell Butler Jr. of Baltimore, arrested 3-8-13 on a warrant for failing to appear in court. Butler was held on a $500.00 bond.
Dante Antonio Puchala of Germentown Maryland, arrested 3-9-13 on warrants for possession of marijuana, cds maintain a common nuisance, and possession of cds with the intent to distribute. Puchala was held on a $50,000 bond.
Alonzo Darryl Johnson Jr. of Salisbury, arrested 3-11-13 on a warrant for failing to appear in court. Johnson was held on a $500.00 bond.
Brian Keith gross of Salisbury, arrested 3-11-13 on a warrant for failing to appear in court. Gross was held on a $500.00 bond.
David Alexander Albert Jr. of Crisfield, arrested 3-12-13 on a warrant for failing to appear in court. Albert was held on a $10,000 bond.
Nancy Lin Coger of Princess Anne, arrested 3-12-13 on a warrant for violation of probation. Coger was later released after posting a $20,000 bond.
Melvin Lee Brunson of Westover, arrested 3-12-13 on a warrant for failing to register or change address as a sex offender. Brunson was held without bond.
Eugene Quinton Borden Jr. of Marion, criminal summons served 3-12-13 for 2nd degree burglary, conspiracy to commit 2nd degree burglary, and two counts of theft under $10,000. Borden was released on signature pending court actions.
Teyon marquis Harmon of Fruitland, arrested 3-13-13 on a warrant for failing to appear in court. Harmon was held on a $500.00 bond.
William Bruce Johnson of Princess Anne, arrested 3-13-13 on a warrant for failing to appear in court. Johnson was held on a $500.00 bond.
Tyler James Elliott of Marion, criminal summons served for trespassing on posted property. Elliott was released on signature pending court actions.
Donald Reed Stewart of Salisbury, arrested 3-14-13 on a warrant for failing to appear in court. Stewart was held on a $2,500 bond.
Horace Rocklin Shelton of Baltimore, arrested 3-6-13 on a Georgia fugitive warrant. Shelton was held without bond pending extradition to Georgia.
Ashia Zulkea Johnson of Salisbury, arrested 3-7-13 on two warrants for violation of probation. Johnson was held on a $40,000 bond.
Anthony Arzynell Butler Jr. of Baltimore, arrested 3-8-13 on a warrant for failing to appear in court. Butler was held on a $500.00 bond.
Dante Antonio Puchala of Germentown Maryland, arrested 3-9-13 on warrants for possession of marijuana, cds maintain a common nuisance, and possession of cds with the intent to distribute. Puchala was held on a $50,000 bond.
Alonzo Darryl Johnson Jr. of Salisbury, arrested 3-11-13 on a warrant for failing to appear in court. Johnson was held on a $500.00 bond.
Brian Keith gross of Salisbury, arrested 3-11-13 on a warrant for failing to appear in court. Gross was held on a $500.00 bond.
David Alexander Albert Jr. of Crisfield, arrested 3-12-13 on a warrant for failing to appear in court. Albert was held on a $10,000 bond.
Nancy Lin Coger of Princess Anne, arrested 3-12-13 on a warrant for violation of probation. Coger was later released after posting a $20,000 bond.
Melvin Lee Brunson of Westover, arrested 3-12-13 on a warrant for failing to register or change address as a sex offender. Brunson was held without bond.
Eugene Quinton Borden Jr. of Marion, criminal summons served 3-12-13 for 2nd degree burglary, conspiracy to commit 2nd degree burglary, and two counts of theft under $10,000. Borden was released on signature pending court actions.
Teyon marquis Harmon of Fruitland, arrested 3-13-13 on a warrant for failing to appear in court. Harmon was held on a $500.00 bond.
William Bruce Johnson of Princess Anne, arrested 3-13-13 on a warrant for failing to appear in court. Johnson was held on a $500.00 bond.
Tyler James Elliott of Marion, criminal summons served for trespassing on posted property. Elliott was released on signature pending court actions.
Donald Reed Stewart of Salisbury, arrested 3-14-13 on a warrant for failing to appear in court. Stewart was held on a $2,500 bond.
Sunday, March 17, 2013
In The Year 2013
"Once again, the earth has become wicked and over-populated, and I see the end of all flesh before me."
"Build another Ark and save 2 of every living thing along with a few good humans."
He gave Noah the blueprints, saying:
"You have 6 months to build theArk before I will start the unending rain for 40 days and 40 nights."
Six months later, the Lord looked down and saw Noah weeping in his yard - but no Ark."Noah!," He roared, "I'm about to start the rain! Where is the Ark?"
"Forgive me, Lord," begged Noah, "but things have changed."
"I needed a Building Permit."
"I've been arguing with the Boat Inspector about the need for a sprinkler system."
"My homeowners association claim that I've violated the
Neighborhood by-laws by building the Ark in my back yard and exceeding the height limitations. We had to go to the local Planning Committee for a decision."
"Then the City Council and the Electricity Company demanded a shed load of money for the future costs of moving power lines and other overhead obstructions, to clear the passage for the Ark's move to the sea. I told them that the sea would be coming to us, but they would hear none of it."
"Getting the wood was another problem. There's a ban on cutting local trees in order to save the Greater Spotted Barn Owl."
"I tried to convince the environmentalists that I needed the wood to save the owls - but no go!"
"When I started gathering the animals, PETA took me to court. They insisted that I was confining wild animals against their will. They argued the accommodations were too restrictive and
it was cruel and inhumane to put so many animals in a confined space."
"Then the Environmental Protection Agency ruled that I couldn't build the Ark until they'd conducted an environmental impact study on Your proposed flood."
"I'm still trying to resolve a complaint with the Human Rights Commission on how many minorities I'm supposed to hire for my building crew."
"The Immigration Dept. Is checking the visa status of most of the people who want to work."
"The labor unions say I can't use my sons. They insist I have to hire only union workers with ark-building experience."
"To make matters worse, the IRS seized all my assets, claiming I'm trying to leave the country illegally with endangered species."
"So, forgive me, Lord, but it would take at least 10 years for me to finish this ark."
"Suddenly the skies cleared, the sun began to shine and a rainbow stretched across the sky."
Noah looked up in wonder and asked, "You mean you're not going to destroy the world?"
"No," said the Lord. " The Government beat me to it."
Outstanding Students, Staff And Schools Honored At March 14 BOE Awards & Recognition Night
The Wicomico County Board of Education at its Awards & Recognitions Night on March 14, 2013 celebrated outstanding students, schools and staff members. Please join the Board in congratulating the honorees below.
Maryland Excellence in Gifted and Talented Education (EGATE) Award
The Board presented a certificate of achievement to Principal Ruby Brown and North Salisbury Elementary School for receiving the 2013 Maryland EGATE Award for Excellence in Gifted and Talented Education. This year, North Salisbury became the first Eastern Shore school to win this prestigious recognition for the many opportunities it provides for gifted students. It was one of just nine schools given the Maryland State Department of Education’s EGATE designation as a model of excellence in providing gifted and talented education opportunities to all students. The award was presented Feb. 28 during an awards program in Baltimore, at the conclusion of February's Gifted and Talented Education Month in Maryland.
Decorating Delmarva Holiday Festival of Lights Winners
The Board presented a certificate of recognition to the following schools whose efforts for the Decorating Delmarva Holiday Festival of Lights earned big rewards to support the students, teachers and programs of the school:
In the coloring contest for elementary schools, 1st place and a check for $2,500 went to Delmar Elementary School
In the middle school tree decorating contest, 1st place and a check for $2,500 went to Salisbury Middle School
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Maryland Excellence in Gifted and Talented Education (EGATE) Award
The Board presented a certificate of achievement to Principal Ruby Brown and North Salisbury Elementary School for receiving the 2013 Maryland EGATE Award for Excellence in Gifted and Talented Education. This year, North Salisbury became the first Eastern Shore school to win this prestigious recognition for the many opportunities it provides for gifted students. It was one of just nine schools given the Maryland State Department of Education’s EGATE designation as a model of excellence in providing gifted and talented education opportunities to all students. The award was presented Feb. 28 during an awards program in Baltimore, at the conclusion of February's Gifted and Talented Education Month in Maryland.
Decorating Delmarva Holiday Festival of Lights Winners
The Board presented a certificate of recognition to the following schools whose efforts for the Decorating Delmarva Holiday Festival of Lights earned big rewards to support the students, teachers and programs of the school:
In the coloring contest for elementary schools, 1st place and a check for $2,500 went to Delmar Elementary School
In the middle school tree decorating contest, 1st place and a check for $2,500 went to Salisbury Middle School
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Fla. Bill Would Ban Using Food Stamps For Stripper, Casino Tabs
Last year, Jacksonville’s Action News found that food stamp cards were being used at strip clubs, bars and gaming centers in Jacksonville, saying, “No one is tracking how or where the money is being spent.” The Florida Department ofChildren and Families officials told Action News reporter Ashley Coleman that recipients can “use the card to buy anything you want.” DCF said it lacked laws needed to prevent such abuses. Similar revelations have been reported in New York and California.
Smith’s measure would require that “an electronic benefits transfer card may not be used or accepted at certain establishments” and specify “penalties for violations of card use restrictions.” Although food stamps are dispursed under a federal program, they are managed by the states. Smith’s proposed reform is authorized by a section of the federal Middle Class Tax Relief and Job Creation Act of 2012, meant to fix the problem.
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Hurricane Sandy Relief Funds Being Watched Closely
The White House is telling agencies to watch out for misuse of Hurricane Sandy relief funds. Controller Danny Werfel said the $5.5 billion in aid carries extra risk of fraud, waste or abuse. In a memo, he tells agencies: monitor spending, ask grantees for lots of details and visit sites. He says agencies should work with their inspectors general to spot problems early on and resolve any audit findings within six months. Werfel says agencies can give grantees only two years to spend the money. Agencies' internal-control plans are due to the Office of Management and Budget by the end of the month.
Health Insurers: Huge Obamacare Premium Hikes Are Coming
Thanks, Obamacare:
Some Americans could see their insurance bills double next year as the health care overhaul law expands coverage to millions of people. The nation's big health insurers say they expect premiums — or the cost for insurance coverage — to rise from 20 to 100 percent for millions of people due to changes that will occur when key provisions of the Affordable Care Act roll out in January 2014. Mark Bertolini, CEO of Aetna Inc., one of the nation's largest insurers, calls the price hikes "premium rate shock." "We've done all the math, we've shared it with all the regulators, we've shared it with all the people in Washington that need to see it, and I think it's a big concern," Bertolini said during the company's annual meeting with investors in December. To be sure, there will be no across-the-board rate hikes for everyone, and there's no reliable national data on how many people could see increases.More
But the biggest price hikes are expected to hit a group that represents a relatively small slice of the insured population. That includes some of the roughly 14 million people who buy their own insurance as opposed to being covered under employer-sponsored plans, and to a lesser extent, some employees of smaller companies. The price increases are a downside of President Barack Obama's health care law, which is expected to expand coverage to nearly 30 million uninsured people. The massive law calls for a number of changes that could cause premiums for people who don't have coverage through a big employer to rise next year — at a time when health care costs already are expected to grow by 5 percent or more.
Tax Refunds Delayed
The Internal Revenue Service says 660,000 taxpayers will have their refunds delayed because of a software glitch. The delays could last six weeks. The bug affects people using Form 8863 for claiming education credits, who filed between Feb. 14 and Feb. 22. The form includes a series of questions. On some of the questions, if the taxpayer answered "no," the answer was left blank when the form was electronically transmitted to the IRS. Tax preparer H&R Block says it has fixed the problem. A Turbo Tax spokesman said its software is OK.
Federal Labor Unions To Protest
Labor unions want feds to dig up some bullhorns and banners to protest sequestration. The American Federation of Government Employees expects about 100 rallies to take place nationwide Tuesday. The group says it is targeting federal agencies and lawmakers' offices. They want Congress to repeal the budget cuts altogether. State employees' unions and other labor groups are participating. AFGE said it was worried about sequestration's trickle-down effect on local economies. Around here, the groups have planned protests outside the Labor Department and at Fort Meade, Md.
Colorado Sheriff Says New State Gun Laws Won't Be Enforced
Lawmakers in Colorado on Friday approved a landmark expansion of background checks on firearm purchases. Earlier in the week, Colorado lawmakers approved a 15-round limit on ammunition magazines.
Both measures are awaiting the expected approval of the governor.
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Catholic Woman Spots A 'Cloud Angel'
Deborah Colalella took a picture of the ethereal formation over the skies of Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, and believes that it was truly a message from above, both in form and in timing.
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In Pictures: St Patrick's Day Celebrations Around The World
The New York State Fraternal Order of Police Irish War Pipe Band
march in the 252nd annual Saint Patrick's Day Parade in New York
Workers dye the Chicago River green to kick off the city's St Patrick's day celebrations
The river Vilnele in Vilnius, Lithuania is dyed green to celebrate St Patrick's Day
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Memorial Service For K-9
Memorial service planned for rookie FBI dog shot dead by New York gunman who 'murdered four people in two towns'
Officers will hold a memorial service for the FBI dog shot dead in a shoot-out in New York this morning. Ape, a 2-year-old Czech German Shepherd was killed by Kurt Myers, who police believe murdered four people yesterday.
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Officers will hold a memorial service for the FBI dog shot dead in a shoot-out in New York this morning. Ape, a 2-year-old Czech German Shepherd was killed by Kurt Myers, who police believe murdered four people yesterday.
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Smithfield Foods Subsidiary Plans To Close Maryland Plant, Consolidate Operations
LANDOVER, Md. — A Smithfield Foods subsidiary plans to close its Landover, Md., plant by early fall as it consolidates operations.
The company said Friday that some of the plant’s 175 workers will be offered transfers to other Smithfield Packing Co. plants. Smithfield also said that it will negotiate with United Food and Commercial Workers union officials about other possible opportunities for employees.
Smithfield Packing plans to move bone-in ham production from the Landover plant to plants in North Carolina and Kentucky.
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The company said Friday that some of the plant’s 175 workers will be offered transfers to other Smithfield Packing Co. plants. Smithfield also said that it will negotiate with United Food and Commercial Workers union officials about other possible opportunities for employees.
Smithfield Packing plans to move bone-in ham production from the Landover plant to plants in North Carolina and Kentucky.
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College Students Spend Spring Break Helping The Chesapeake
Instead of sunning themselves in Cancun or Panama City, a group of college students from Virginia spent part of their spring break cold and dirty on a farm in Gambrills on Friday.
They dragged buckets with tree seedlings down a hillside and scattered them around a creek at the Maryland Sunrise Farm in preparation for a massive community tree planting on Saturday. The tree prep was the final task of the week during their “alternative spring break” spent with the Chesapeake Bay Foundation.
Other days were spent removing stakes from young trees at a Carroll County Farm, getting seeds started at a Prince George’s County farm and building concrete “reef balls” for oysters in south county.
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They dragged buckets with tree seedlings down a hillside and scattered them around a creek at the Maryland Sunrise Farm in preparation for a massive community tree planting on Saturday. The tree prep was the final task of the week during their “alternative spring break” spent with the Chesapeake Bay Foundation.
Other days were spent removing stakes from young trees at a Carroll County Farm, getting seeds started at a Prince George’s County farm and building concrete “reef balls” for oysters in south county.
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WAITING IN LINE AT THE WELFARE OFFICE
Now, don’t tell me that welfare recipients aren’t innovative!
No reason to stand on your feet waiting to get your check. Just put your flip-flops next in line and go back and sit on your ass and play games on your iPhone.
What a great country!
No reason to stand on your feet waiting to get your check. Just put your flip-flops next in line and go back and sit on your ass and play games on your iPhone.
What a great country!
Because It Worked So Well For Stalin
Five-year plans in the Land of the Free? Apparently it’s not that far off from reality.
Yesterday Senator Tom Harkin introduced S. 544, “a bill to require the President to develop a comprehensive national manufacturing strategy.”
In effect, Senator Harkin wants the President to centrally plan the economy. Never mind that the President has zero experience in business or manufacturing. But hey, this worked out so well for Stalinist Russia, it’s no wonder Mr. Harkin wants to copy that model.
Not to be outdone by Mr. Harkin’s long-sighted vision, President Obama is drawing up plans to turn over Americans’ financial data to the nation’s spy agencies. So now, on top of everyone else, law-abiding citizens in the Land of the Free can count on the CIA and NSA combing through their bank statements.
Of course, it’s all for your protection against men in caves who wish to do you harm.
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Yesterday Senator Tom Harkin introduced S. 544, “a bill to require the President to develop a comprehensive national manufacturing strategy.”
In effect, Senator Harkin wants the President to centrally plan the economy. Never mind that the President has zero experience in business or manufacturing. But hey, this worked out so well for Stalinist Russia, it’s no wonder Mr. Harkin wants to copy that model.
Not to be outdone by Mr. Harkin’s long-sighted vision, President Obama is drawing up plans to turn over Americans’ financial data to the nation’s spy agencies. So now, on top of everyone else, law-abiding citizens in the Land of the Free can count on the CIA and NSA combing through their bank statements.
Of course, it’s all for your protection against men in caves who wish to do you harm.
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Clean Water Fund Bills Stall
Local lawmakers’ effort to ensure water pollution fines go to helping the environment failed in the General Assembly.
But a measure requiring the state to give an annual public accounting of how the fines are spent is moving forward.
Sen. Bryan Simonaire, R-Pasadena, and Del. Cathy Vitale, R-Severna Park, said they were inspired to reform the Maryland Clean Water Fund after The Capital reported last summer that most of the money in the fund is spent on salaries and administrative costs at the Maryland Department of the Environment.
The Maryland Clean Water Fund gets its money from permit fees and fines for water pollution violations.
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But a measure requiring the state to give an annual public accounting of how the fines are spent is moving forward.
Sen. Bryan Simonaire, R-Pasadena, and Del. Cathy Vitale, R-Severna Park, said they were inspired to reform the Maryland Clean Water Fund after The Capital reported last summer that most of the money in the fund is spent on salaries and administrative costs at the Maryland Department of the Environment.
The Maryland Clean Water Fund gets its money from permit fees and fines for water pollution violations.
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Know Your Environment
With the increasing rate of random active shooters, violent crime, and overall “changing times” we have some tips and suggestions to keep you, your business, family, and friends safer:
If you have a firearm, make sure you know how to use it and keep it secure. We recommend a training class with a qualified firearms instructor. Many people regard themselves as “firearms instructors” or firearms savy. Make sure your instructor is qualified to teach the course. Make sure you take a training course in at least basic firearms operation and safety such as a qualified NRA course. More and more, people are taking tactical courses to add a level of knowledge. More training is always better. Unfortunately, as seen in the Sandy Hook incident and the movie theater shooting, active shooter generally are crazy and suicidal. Lock your firearms up when not in use or not at home. Most firearms fall into the hands of criminals because they are unsecure. This is especially important if a family member has “issues” or street criminal breaks into your home and obtains your weapons. And of course, you don’t want to make firearms available to juveniles in your home that may accidentally use them or use them unsupervised. If you plan on carrying a firearm, make sure you have a permit that is applicable in that state.
Don’t release unnecessary information and leave yourself open to unnecessary risk. Many criminals are opportunistic. If you are walking with your head down in your cell phone you have increased your chances of a violent encounter several fold. Make sure that you pay attention to your surroundings and people. If walking through a parking lot, be wary of spaces in between vehicles as this is a classic ambush tactic. When parking, lock all valuable equipment in your trunk or take it with you. Leaving belongings in view is an easy way to get victimized. Do not advertise your status. This includes the family cartoon stickers on the back of vehicles, address information, or any sensitive information that you do not want the get in the hands of a criminal.
An ounce of prevention. Ultimately, your security is paramount. You are not going to be able to provide for your family, employees, or loved ones if you do not provide for your security and safety. More crime deterrence is always better. Get a security survey done of your property. Get security lighting that is active dusk until dawn. Get an alarm system, cameras, and a dog or a combination of these. Dogs are a great preventive measure for criminal intrusion into your home when away. Don’t leave your garage door open. Do not leave your home or vehicle doors and windows open because “we always leave our doors unlocked”. Famous last words.
Plan for the worst. Although we don’t encourage people to be hyper-vigilent to the point of paranoia, be aware that an active shooter or violent encounter can happen anytime, anywhere. When walking into or out of an establishment take a second to take a mental picture of your surrounds and escape routes. The best way to combat a violent encounter is to avoid one all together.
Respectfully Submitted, , CEO Tactical American Security Consulting, LLC.
www.ustasc.com
888-813-4434
If you have a firearm, make sure you know how to use it and keep it secure. We recommend a training class with a qualified firearms instructor. Many people regard themselves as “firearms instructors” or firearms savy. Make sure your instructor is qualified to teach the course. Make sure you take a training course in at least basic firearms operation and safety such as a qualified NRA course. More and more, people are taking tactical courses to add a level of knowledge. More training is always better. Unfortunately, as seen in the Sandy Hook incident and the movie theater shooting, active shooter generally are crazy and suicidal. Lock your firearms up when not in use or not at home. Most firearms fall into the hands of criminals because they are unsecure. This is especially important if a family member has “issues” or street criminal breaks into your home and obtains your weapons. And of course, you don’t want to make firearms available to juveniles in your home that may accidentally use them or use them unsupervised. If you plan on carrying a firearm, make sure you have a permit that is applicable in that state.
Don’t release unnecessary information and leave yourself open to unnecessary risk. Many criminals are opportunistic. If you are walking with your head down in your cell phone you have increased your chances of a violent encounter several fold. Make sure that you pay attention to your surroundings and people. If walking through a parking lot, be wary of spaces in between vehicles as this is a classic ambush tactic. When parking, lock all valuable equipment in your trunk or take it with you. Leaving belongings in view is an easy way to get victimized. Do not advertise your status. This includes the family cartoon stickers on the back of vehicles, address information, or any sensitive information that you do not want the get in the hands of a criminal.
An ounce of prevention. Ultimately, your security is paramount. You are not going to be able to provide for your family, employees, or loved ones if you do not provide for your security and safety. More crime deterrence is always better. Get a security survey done of your property. Get security lighting that is active dusk until dawn. Get an alarm system, cameras, and a dog or a combination of these. Dogs are a great preventive measure for criminal intrusion into your home when away. Don’t leave your garage door open. Do not leave your home or vehicle doors and windows open because “we always leave our doors unlocked”. Famous last words.
Plan for the worst. Although we don’t encourage people to be hyper-vigilent to the point of paranoia, be aware that an active shooter or violent encounter can happen anytime, anywhere. When walking into or out of an establishment take a second to take a mental picture of your surrounds and escape routes. The best way to combat a violent encounter is to avoid one all together.
Respectfully Submitted, , CEO Tactical American Security Consulting, LLC.
www.ustasc.com
888-813-4434
Pa. Lacrosse Team Bus Crashes; Pregnant Coach Dies
Seton Hill University team players and coaches were among the 23 people aboard when the bus crashed just before 9 a.m. No other vehicle was involved, and police couldn't immediately say what caused the crash.
Coach Kristina Quigley, 30, of Greensburg, was flown to a hospital but died there of her injuries, Cumberland County authorities said. Quigley was about six months pregnant and her unborn child didn't survive, authorities said. The bus driver, Anthony Guaetta, 61, of Johnstown, died at the scene.
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When You Don't Have A Record To Run On, This Is What You Do
Yesterday I got a call from a friend I have know for a lot of years. He had been home most of the day but had to go out and run an errand. When he returned he noticed that one of my yard signs had disappeared. Since there are many of them on his short block it was easy to recognize. He went over to the property and found my sign thrown in the back yard. In its place was a Jacob Day sign. When he got home he found a Jacob Day brochure on his door.
Yesterday I had the honor and pleasure of spending the entire day in Sleepy Hallow. Talk about an incredible experience. As I started off I had noticed two people in front of me. By the time I hit the third home the owner said, you know that's your competition right in front of you. I replied, REALLY, is Jim actually out campaigning. He replied, no, he has volunteers and we got into an argument with them. They insisted I let Jim come back and speak to me face to face, I said no. They then said, well can we at least get him to call you. He replied, no. Isn't there anything we can do, NO.
As I continued door to door I kept hearing more and more of this and every home with the exception of TWO in that entire development stated they were voting for me. The funny part was, Jim's volunteers gave up and left that community after about an hour.
I want to Thank ALL of the homeowners in Sleepy Hallow for being so welcoming. Pretty much everyone was home yesterday and everyone was kind enough to allow me to share my platform.
As for the signs, my signs are disappearing everywhere. That's OK, I'd rather have the incredible percentage of people supporting me in the voting booth then worry about childish behavior from a select few because they don't have a record to run on.
PACE Co-Sponsors Salisbury Mayor, City Council Debate Tuesday, March 26
SALISBURY, MD---The Salisbury Area Chamber of Commerce (SACC) Political Committee, in cooperation with Salisbury University’s Institute for Public Affairs and Civic Engagement (PACE), has scheduled a candidate debate prior to the upcoming general election.
On Tuesday, March 26, mayoral candidates and City Council primary winners debate in the Wicomico Room of the Guerrieri University Center from 7-8:30 p.m.
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On Tuesday, March 26, mayoral candidates and City Council primary winners debate in the Wicomico Room of the Guerrieri University Center from 7-8:30 p.m.
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Madeline G. Perdue Foundation Announces $540,000 For SU Women's Basketball
SALISBURY, MD---In one of her last visits to Salisbury University prior to her death in December 2011, Madeline Godfrey Perdue, then age 91, had former classmates laughing with stories of the campus, its staff and life on the Shore in the 1930s.
“Madeline, you were excellent in sports,” 100-year-old Margaret Laws Engle told her. Perdue, who was featured in yearbook pictures of the women’s basketball and field hockey teams, was SU’s Woman Athlete of the Year in 1938. She would transfer from Salisbury to earn a degree in physical education at Madison College before returning to town and marriage to fellow SU student Frank Perdue. Together they transformed a family business into a poultry giant. For many family and friends, she also would be remembered as an avid outdoorswoman, philanthropist and successful women’s basketball coach (at Asbury United Methodist Church, now bordering the University).
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“Madeline, you were excellent in sports,” 100-year-old Margaret Laws Engle told her. Perdue, who was featured in yearbook pictures of the women’s basketball and field hockey teams, was SU’s Woman Athlete of the Year in 1938. She would transfer from Salisbury to earn a degree in physical education at Madison College before returning to town and marriage to fellow SU student Frank Perdue. Together they transformed a family business into a poultry giant. For many family and friends, she also would be remembered as an avid outdoorswoman, philanthropist and successful women’s basketball coach (at Asbury United Methodist Church, now bordering the University).
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Ohio High School Football Players Found Guilty Of Raping 16-Year-Old Girl
Judge Thomas Lipps said the teens, ages 17 and 16, attacked the girl at the alcohol-fueled party. They could be held in a juvenile jail until they turn 21.
Both teens broke down in tears after the verdict was read, and apologized to the victim and to the community. Both were emotional as they spoke, and the 16-year-old struggled at times to talk through his sobs.
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Rural Ohio School District Moves Decades-Old Jesus Portrait; ACLU Not Impressed
Last month, the American Civil Liberties Union of Ohio and the Freedom from Religion Foundation sued to force the removal of the large portrait of Christ because, they say, it violates the First Amendment’s Establishment Clause by endorsing Christianity.
The portrait was a gift of the Hi-Y Club — a Christian-affiliated student club – and it had hung in the entryway of Jackson Middle School since 1947.
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In South Africa – Gun Registration Has Led To Gun Confiscation In Two Short Years
Over the last decade, it is estimated that at least 3000 white South African farmers, or Boers, have been have been murdered.
In 2010 the ruling ANC regime passed legislation demanding all firearms be re-registered with the state. Then they turned down half of those registrations and forced farmers to turn in their guns. Many believe this is a prelude to genocide.
Front Page Magazine reported:
Like so many societies where demonstrating who’s in control becomes a necessity, disarming the population becomes a priority. In 2010, the ANC-led regime changed the Firearms Registration Act, demanding that all legal guns be re-registered by July 31, 2011. In the process of re-registration, more than half the applicants were turned down, and 90 percent were turned down again on appeal. Thus, white farm families were forced to relinquish their last line of defense against the tens of thousands of criminal gangs roaming the countryside–armed with AK47s. and as Genocide Watch noted on its website last July one more step was taken as well. “The government has disbanded the commando units of white farmers that once protected their farms, and has passed laws to confiscate the farmers’ weapons,” it reported. “Disarmament of a targeted group is one of the surest early warning signs of future genocidal killings.”
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In 2010 the ruling ANC regime passed legislation demanding all firearms be re-registered with the state. Then they turned down half of those registrations and forced farmers to turn in their guns. Many believe this is a prelude to genocide.
Front Page Magazine reported:
Like so many societies where demonstrating who’s in control becomes a necessity, disarming the population becomes a priority. In 2010, the ANC-led regime changed the Firearms Registration Act, demanding that all legal guns be re-registered by July 31, 2011. In the process of re-registration, more than half the applicants were turned down, and 90 percent were turned down again on appeal. Thus, white farm families were forced to relinquish their last line of defense against the tens of thousands of criminal gangs roaming the countryside–armed with AK47s. and as Genocide Watch noted on its website last July one more step was taken as well. “The government has disbanded the commando units of white farmers that once protected their farms, and has passed laws to confiscate the farmers’ weapons,” it reported. “Disarmament of a targeted group is one of the surest early warning signs of future genocidal killings.”
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Appropriators Practice Art Of Compromise
As Appropriations chair, Sen. Barbara Mikulski is working with her House colleague to pass a budget and avoid a government shutdown. She's an outspoken feminist and former social worker. He's a cigar-smoking Kentucky lawyer.
But Democratic Sen. Barbara Mikulski of Maryland and Republican Rep. Harold Rogers have big things in common as they steer the House and Senate Appropriations committees toward a spending plan for the rest of the year that eases the bite of $85 billion in automatic spending cuts.
Their tiny domain is the only place in a bitterly divided Congress where bipartisan negotiation thrives, however uncomfortably.
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Harrington Man Injured After Pursuit Leads To A Crash
Location: South DuPont Boulevard (US113) and South Old State Road, Georgetown, DE
Date of Occurrence: Sunday March 17, 2013 at approximately 1:10 a.m.
Operator and Vehicle Information:
Operator #1: Joseph A. Watkins, 25, Harrington, DE
Vehicle #1: 1993 Dodge Ram pickup
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Georgetown, DE- The Delaware State Police are currently investigating a single vehicle crash north of Georgetown after the driver led Troopers in a pursuit.
The incident started around 1:10 a.m. this morning as a Trooper was traveling southbound on Coastal Highway (SR1) just north of Dartmouth Road with a civilian passenger who he was assisting from a previous traffic stop. At the same time, a Dodge Ram pickup truck was traveling northbound in the southbound lanes of SR1 and almost struck the patrol car head on. Information was relayed from the Trooper to the Emergency Operations Center (9-1-1) about the vehicle, and another Trooper in the area was able to locate the truck still heading northbound in the area of the Nassau bridge.
The second Trooper began following the truck as it was now in the northbound lanes of SR1 after crossing over the median and striking a road sign near Wescoats Road. Upon activating the emergency equipment in the patrol car, the vehicle failed to stop and began accelerating away at a high rate of speed. Officers from Milton PD and Alcohol & Tobacco Enforcement assisted in the pursuit as the truck continued north before turning westbound onto Clifton Road. The pursuit continued through numerous county roads before traveling though the town of Lincoln and eventually southbound on South Old State Road. The truck continued across Milton-Ellendale Highway (SR16) before coming to the end of the road where is intersected with South DuPont Boulevard (US113) and crossed both northbound and southbound lanes, ultimately crashing into trees on the west side of the roadway.
The driver, who was later identified as Joseph A. Watkins, had to be extricated by mechanical means before EMS transported him to Milford Memorial Hospital. He was later transferred to Kent General Hospital where his current condition is unknown.
Traffic in the area of US113 southbound and South Old State Road was impacted for an hour and a half as the crash was investigated and cleared. Alcohol is believed to be a factor and charges are pending.
Date of Occurrence: Sunday March 17, 2013 at approximately 1:10 a.m.
Operator and Vehicle Information:
Operator #1: Joseph A. Watkins, 25, Harrington, DE
Vehicle #1: 1993 Dodge Ram pickup
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Georgetown, DE- The Delaware State Police are currently investigating a single vehicle crash north of Georgetown after the driver led Troopers in a pursuit.
The incident started around 1:10 a.m. this morning as a Trooper was traveling southbound on Coastal Highway (SR1) just north of Dartmouth Road with a civilian passenger who he was assisting from a previous traffic stop. At the same time, a Dodge Ram pickup truck was traveling northbound in the southbound lanes of SR1 and almost struck the patrol car head on. Information was relayed from the Trooper to the Emergency Operations Center (9-1-1) about the vehicle, and another Trooper in the area was able to locate the truck still heading northbound in the area of the Nassau bridge.
The second Trooper began following the truck as it was now in the northbound lanes of SR1 after crossing over the median and striking a road sign near Wescoats Road. Upon activating the emergency equipment in the patrol car, the vehicle failed to stop and began accelerating away at a high rate of speed. Officers from Milton PD and Alcohol & Tobacco Enforcement assisted in the pursuit as the truck continued north before turning westbound onto Clifton Road. The pursuit continued through numerous county roads before traveling though the town of Lincoln and eventually southbound on South Old State Road. The truck continued across Milton-Ellendale Highway (SR16) before coming to the end of the road where is intersected with South DuPont Boulevard (US113) and crossed both northbound and southbound lanes, ultimately crashing into trees on the west side of the roadway.
The driver, who was later identified as Joseph A. Watkins, had to be extricated by mechanical means before EMS transported him to Milford Memorial Hospital. He was later transferred to Kent General Hospital where his current condition is unknown.
Traffic in the area of US113 southbound and South Old State Road was impacted for an hour and a half as the crash was investigated and cleared. Alcohol is believed to be a factor and charges are pending.
Obama: “I’m Not Involved With Drone Policies”
Is there anything Obama does take responsibility for as POTUS/CiC?
(Politico) President Barack Obama’s defense to Democratic senators complaining about how little his administration has told Congress about the legal justifications for his drone policy: Dick Cheney was worse.
That’s part of what two senators in the room recounted of Obama’s response when, near the outset of his closed-door session with Senate Democratic conference on Tuesday, Sen. Jay Rockefeller (D-W.Va.) confronted the president over the administration’s refusal for two years to show Congressional intelligence committees Justice Department Office of Legal Counsel memos justifying the use of lethal force against American terror suspects abroad.
I’m amused that (PINO) Obama has compared himself to the former Vice President. A guy who Constitutionally has no power other than breaking a tie vote in the Senate.
In response to Rockefeller’s critique, Obama said he’s not involved in drafting such memos, the senators told POLITICO. He also tried to assure his former colleagues that his administration is more open to oversight than that of President George W. Bush, whom many Democratic senators attacked for secrecy and for expanding executive power in the national security realm.
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(Politico) President Barack Obama’s defense to Democratic senators complaining about how little his administration has told Congress about the legal justifications for his drone policy: Dick Cheney was worse.
That’s part of what two senators in the room recounted of Obama’s response when, near the outset of his closed-door session with Senate Democratic conference on Tuesday, Sen. Jay Rockefeller (D-W.Va.) confronted the president over the administration’s refusal for two years to show Congressional intelligence committees Justice Department Office of Legal Counsel memos justifying the use of lethal force against American terror suspects abroad.
I’m amused that (PINO) Obama has compared himself to the former Vice President. A guy who Constitutionally has no power other than breaking a tie vote in the Senate.
In response to Rockefeller’s critique, Obama said he’s not involved in drafting such memos, the senators told POLITICO. He also tried to assure his former colleagues that his administration is more open to oversight than that of President George W. Bush, whom many Democratic senators attacked for secrecy and for expanding executive power in the national security realm.
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Brooke Update
Amy Stanton Mulford
Brooke had been admitted to pediatric unit at PRMC for the night. She was dehydrated and is doing much better after being on IV fluids for awhile. Blood cultures were drawn and we'll know if anything grows in 24-48 hrs. Fever finally going down. The staff here has been wonderful! Thank you for all the prayers.
Brooke had been admitted to pediatric unit at PRMC for the night. She was dehydrated and is doing much better after being on IV fluids for awhile. Blood cultures were drawn and we'll know if anything grows in 24-48 hrs. Fever finally going down. The staff here has been wonderful! Thank you for all the prayers.
Transportation Hearing Draws Crowd, Opposition In Md
ANNAPOLIS, Md. -- More than 300 people turned out before the House Ways and Means Committee to discuss Gov. Martin O'Malley's plan to raise the gas tax and replenish the Transportation Trust Fund.
According to the Maryland Department of Transportation, the bill would generate about $800 million annually by 2016 and create $3.4 billion in transportation investments during the next five years.
But the bill would also add a sales tax to gasoline, meaning the overall tax could increase from the current 23.5 cents to 42.7 cents by 2018.
"Maryland's trust fund is broke. We need more money for transportation, including mass transit. The question is how to do it," says Lon Anderson, spokesman for AAA Mid-Atlantic. "(Senate President) Mike Miller has a bill that would spread the pain more fairly. Gov. O'Malley's bill would put almost all of it on motorists and would make Maryland's gas tax fifth largest in the nation by 2018."
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According to the Maryland Department of Transportation, the bill would generate about $800 million annually by 2016 and create $3.4 billion in transportation investments during the next five years.
But the bill would also add a sales tax to gasoline, meaning the overall tax could increase from the current 23.5 cents to 42.7 cents by 2018.
"Maryland's trust fund is broke. We need more money for transportation, including mass transit. The question is how to do it," says Lon Anderson, spokesman for AAA Mid-Atlantic. "(Senate President) Mike Miller has a bill that would spread the pain more fairly. Gov. O'Malley's bill would put almost all of it on motorists and would make Maryland's gas tax fifth largest in the nation by 2018."
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GINGRICH: TRANSFORMING GOVERNMENT THROUGH YOUR CELL PHONE
Amazingly, the best recent outline for how to replace a lot of centralized bureaucracy with a decentralized civil society is written by a Democrat.
Every Conservative should read California Lt. Governor Gavin Newsom’sCitizenville, a new book packed with ideas for using technology to empower citizens to reclaim the functions of government from the bureaucratic state.
I disagree deeply with Newsom, the former mayor of San Francisco, on many social issues. But Republicans won’t find much objectionable in his new book. Newsom’s praise of efforts by Republicans such as House Majority Leader Eric Cantor and Oversight Committee Chairman Darrell Issa makes clear this vision can be bipartisan.
In fact, the book is a blueprint for a Republican Party focused on a better future for all Americans, with more freedom, more prosperity, and lower cost.
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Every Conservative should read California Lt. Governor Gavin Newsom’sCitizenville, a new book packed with ideas for using technology to empower citizens to reclaim the functions of government from the bureaucratic state.
I disagree deeply with Newsom, the former mayor of San Francisco, on many social issues. But Republicans won’t find much objectionable in his new book. Newsom’s praise of efforts by Republicans such as House Majority Leader Eric Cantor and Oversight Committee Chairman Darrell Issa makes clear this vision can be bipartisan.
In fact, the book is a blueprint for a Republican Party focused on a better future for all Americans, with more freedom, more prosperity, and lower cost.
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Standard Tests Do Reveal Which Teachers Are Best
Improving the quality of education delivered through our public schools can not only boost economic growth but also help to narrow income inequality in the U.S. And the best way to improve education is to identify and promote the most talented teachers.
One way of measuring a teacher’s effectiveness has been to see how much his or her students’ test scores rise. This kind of “value added” measure is straightforward and can easily be used to weed out bad teachers and promote better ones.
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One way of measuring a teacher’s effectiveness has been to see how much his or her students’ test scores rise. This kind of “value added” measure is straightforward and can easily be used to weed out bad teachers and promote better ones.
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