Tuesday, September 21, 2010
From The O -
Republican congressional candidate Jaime Herrera touted free-market solutions for the economy and health care Monday during a campaign fundraiser that drew an estimated 210 supporters.
Herrera, the top Republican to emerge from the Aug. 17 primary, is hoping to defeat Democrat Denny Heck in November and put the state’s 3rd Congressional District back in Republican hands for the first time since the mid-1990s, when anti-tax crusader Linda Smith won it.
In a 15-minute breakfast speech to supporters, Herrera said the public is rightfully angry at federal spending and fearful about the economy. She said the free market must be allowed to self-correct without new rules or requirements that add costs for businesses, and she criticized spending both by Democrats controlling Congress and their Republican predecessors.
On health care, Herrera said she favors market solutions such as letting small-business associations buy insurance across state lines and limits on medical malpractice claims, which some national Republicans backed but did not pass when they last controlled Congress.
Well, gosh Jaime, we're sure glad you're not pushing the old TEApublican Party line. The "free market" is working so well that our insurance costs are damned near to the moon, not to mention $500 charges to insurance companies for 10 minutes with a doctor and one cortizone injection.
Denny? We'd like to hear from you.
Herrera, the top Republican to emerge from the Aug. 17 primary, is hoping to defeat Democrat Denny Heck in November and put the state’s 3rd Congressional District back in Republican hands for the first time since the mid-1990s, when anti-tax crusader Linda Smith won it.
In a 15-minute breakfast speech to supporters, Herrera said the public is rightfully angry at federal spending and fearful about the economy. She said the free market must be allowed to self-correct without new rules or requirements that add costs for businesses, and she criticized spending both by Democrats controlling Congress and their Republican predecessors.
On health care, Herrera said she favors market solutions such as letting small-business associations buy insurance across state lines and limits on medical malpractice claims, which some national Republicans backed but did not pass when they last controlled Congress.
Well, gosh Jaime, we're sure glad you're not pushing the old TEApublican Party line. The "free market" is working so well that our insurance costs are damned near to the moon, not to mention $500 charges to insurance companies for 10 minutes with a doctor and one cortizone injection.
Denny? We'd like to hear from you.
The Link Between Weight Loss and Breastfeeding
Note to new moms: If you breastfeed now, you'll be more likely to slip back into those skinny jeans for years to come.
In a new study, researchers at the University of Pittsburgh discovered that even one month of breastfeeding can ward off weight gain well into the future -- perhaps even for the rest of one's life. In other words, once you pump, you won't go plump.
The study, published in the September issue of The American Journal of Medicine, also shows that breastfeeding can help women avoid diabetes. The researchers found that one in four women who didn't breastfeed developed type 2 diabetes, and mothers who didn't breast feed were almost twice as likely to develop diabetes than women who breastfed their children or never gave birth.
"Women store up fat in their bodies during pregnancy, and the expectation is that they'll release it [through breastfeeding]," says Dr. Eleanor Bimla Schwarz, the lead author of the study, who was inspired to investigate the issues when she became a new mom herself. She wanted to return to work quickly, but also knew that doctors recommend 12 months of breastfeeding. She also noticed that the breast milk she'd been storing in the refrigerator had a large layer of cream, almost resembling a stick of butter.
Schwarz asked more than 2,000 women between the ages of 40 and 80 about their breastfeeding history, and then measured their body-mass indexes and waistlines. She found that breastfeeding mothers had, on average, a waist size of 37 inches, while those who didn't breastfeed had an average 38-inch waist. Even older women who hadn't been pregnant for decades were more likely to be skinny if they'd breastfed for as little as a month.
In a new study, researchers at the University of Pittsburgh discovered that even one month of breastfeeding can ward off weight gain well into the future -- perhaps even for the rest of one's life. In other words, once you pump, you won't go plump.
The study, published in the September issue of The American Journal of Medicine, also shows that breastfeeding can help women avoid diabetes. The researchers found that one in four women who didn't breastfeed developed type 2 diabetes, and mothers who didn't breast feed were almost twice as likely to develop diabetes than women who breastfed their children or never gave birth.
"Women store up fat in their bodies during pregnancy, and the expectation is that they'll release it [through breastfeeding]," says Dr. Eleanor Bimla Schwarz, the lead author of the study, who was inspired to investigate the issues when she became a new mom herself. She wanted to return to work quickly, but also knew that doctors recommend 12 months of breastfeeding. She also noticed that the breast milk she'd been storing in the refrigerator had a large layer of cream, almost resembling a stick of butter.
Schwarz asked more than 2,000 women between the ages of 40 and 80 about their breastfeeding history, and then measured their body-mass indexes and waistlines. She found that breastfeeding mothers had, on average, a waist size of 37 inches, while those who didn't breastfeed had an average 38-inch waist. Even older women who hadn't been pregnant for decades were more likely to be skinny if they'd breastfed for as little as a month.
It's the moderation, stupid
bird_spit says:
September 20, 2010 at 5:46 pm
Leroy has a boot? I think he needs a boot in the ass. Good thing he took a pay decrease.
Read more: http://blog.thenewstribune.com/seahawks/2010/09/20/hasselbeck-says-carroll-called-him-out-for-poor-play/#more-7770#ixzz10ApPXAmb
30 miles south, in another McClatchy newspaper, people are banned for such statements.
September 20, 2010 at 5:46 pm
Leroy has a boot? I think he needs a boot in the ass. Good thing he took a pay decrease.
Read more: http://blog.thenewstribune.com/seahawks/2010/09/20/hasselbeck-says-carroll-called-him-out-for-poor-play/#more-7770#ixzz10ApPXAmb
30 miles south, in another McClatchy newspaper, people are banned for such statements.
Don't Ask Don't Tell/Jobs
Well, the Republicans have finally done it.
Dino Rossi, who we knew was blossoming into a political genius over time, has determined that jobs are more important than "Don't Ask, Don't Tell".
What Dino hasn't done is told us where the jobs are and when they will be available to Americans that are told there will be jobs a-plenty if the Bush tax cuts are extended, even though the jobs aren't here now and the Bush tax cuts are here......NOW!
Meanwhile, Dino has determined that the military people serving us now, putting their lives in harm's way, who might happen to be homosexual, will just have to stay in the closet for a while longer while he and his Republican buddies pander jobs to a scared America.
"Support your troops and keep America dumb and scared" - the new TEAPublican motto
Dino Rossi, who we knew was blossoming into a political genius over time, has determined that jobs are more important than "Don't Ask, Don't Tell".
What Dino hasn't done is told us where the jobs are and when they will be available to Americans that are told there will be jobs a-plenty if the Bush tax cuts are extended, even though the jobs aren't here now and the Bush tax cuts are here......NOW!
Meanwhile, Dino has determined that the military people serving us now, putting their lives in harm's way, who might happen to be homosexual, will just have to stay in the closet for a while longer while he and his Republican buddies pander jobs to a scared America.
"Support your troops and keep America dumb and scared" - the new TEAPublican motto
Selections from the comments on the June 23, 2010 LTEs
radec wasn't having a good day on June 23rd!!
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Selected Comments on LTEs, 2010 June 23
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eieio wrote on 06/23/2010 10:02:27 AM:
LPH - I hope you weren't referring to my comment (09:46:59 am). Ken Michael sounds like he was sincerely expressing some valid concerns. My comment was a simple statement of fact relevant to a point the letter writer was making.
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radec wrote on 06/23/2010 09:18:56 AM:
radec's comment is abusive and has been removed.
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radec wrote on 06/23/2010 09:20:35 AM:
radec's comment is abusive and has been removed.
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radec wrote on 06/23/2010 09:43:13 AM:
radec's comment is abusive and has been removed.
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LPH98512 wrote on 06/23/2010 10:07:05 AM:
eieio - I am referring only to the attempt to smear me, issued by radec.
As to your statement to Michael - I agree.
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LPH98512 wrote on 06/23/2010 10:19:55 AM:
"radec wrote on 06/23/2010 09:18:56 AM:
Larry Hill doesn't even live in the 22nd District yet he seems to know what's best for us that do."
Actually, the letter writer said "His continuous service in the Legislature speaks for the trust instilled in him by his constituents."
Misrepresentation of fact is what the letter is all about. It would seem the comments support the letter writer's contention.
radec wrote on 06/23/2010 12:19:21 PM:
Yes I believe Sam Hunt is an extremist. Anyone who votes to suspend a voter approved initiative in order to further burden citizens with higher taxes is an extremist.
And if you are going to call someone a "moron" the proper spelling is m-o-r-o-n, not moran.
xyzxy wrote on 06/23/2010 12:42:12 PM:
radec, the definition of extreme is not "radec disagrees"
TheLonius wrote on 06/23/2010 01:01:18 PM:
" LPH98512 wrote on 06/23/2010 10:19:55 AM:
"radec wrote on 06/23/2010 09:18:56 AM:
Larry Hill doesn't even live in the 22nd District yet he seems to know what's best for us that do."
Actually, the letter writer said "His continuous service in the Legislature speaks for the trust instilled in him by his constituents."
Misrepresentation of fact is what the letter is all about. It would seem the comments support the letter writer's contention."
If "LPH98512" is "Larry Hill", Red Foreman's comment is an attack as well.
Larry Hill never mentioned Justin Kover. Maybe what Red Foreman is saying is that Justin Kover attacked Sam Hunt, as per the analogy in Larry Hill's letter. Maybe Red Foreman can explain where he comes to a conclusion with nothing to support his claim.
And in either case, it appears that radec is avoiding my question of residency, but saying others should have no say due to lack of residency.
x wrote on 06/23/2010 01:58:53 PM:
TheLonius wrote on 06/23/2010 01:01:18 PM:
If "LPH98512" is "Larry Hill", Red Foreman's comment is an attack as well.
I would say it's an "observation," based on what many of us have seen here on the various comment sections. It's also his personal opinion, just as you've expressed your personal opinion. MY personal opinion is that it doesn't qualify as an "attack."
IndependentVoter wrote on 06/23/2010 07:00:16 PM:
IndependentVoter's comment is abusive and has been removed.
Larry,
I knew we could depend on you to support your friends.
IndependentVoter wrote on 06/23/2010 09:03:09 PM:
IndependentVoter's comment is abusive and has been removed.
Monday, September 20, 2010
Finally.....I promise....LOL
radec wrote on 06/23/2010 09:20:35 AM:
I may also add is it a lie to say you are in Olympia when in fact you live in Lewis County. Olympian, please verify your LTE authors better.
Now on 6/23/2010 radec tried to have me living in Lewis County (not since 1986, but close)
But today it was - radec Today 03:58 PM Just a reminder this same person endorsed Sam Hunt in June (see http://www.theolympian.com/2010/06/23/1281562/letters-to-the-editor-for-june.html ) When that person was asked in the comment section what district he lived in he said the 22nd. Now he is endorsing a candidate in the 20th (where he stated previously he actually lives).
It appears that radec has a difficult time managing its own backyard, much less worrying about mine.
I may also add is it a lie to say you are in Olympia when in fact you live in Lewis County. Olympian, please verify your LTE authors better.
Now on 6/23/2010 radec tried to have me living in Lewis County (not since 1986, but close)
But today it was - radec Today 03:58 PM Just a reminder this same person endorsed Sam Hunt in June (see http://www.theolympian.com/2010/06/23/1281562/letters-to-the-editor-for-june.html ) When that person was asked in the comment section what district he lived in he said the 22nd. Now he is endorsing a candidate in the 20th (where he stated previously he actually lives).
It appears that radec has a difficult time managing its own backyard, much less worrying about mine.
Future of ThurstonBlog
98507 and I have been working on some things concerning ThurstonBlog. You'll now notice, when you post, that there is a spell check tool available.
We are seeking to improve the quality of the product to increase readership in a more general sense. Not everyone enjoys our dramas with The Olympian's cast of characters and now that I'm past today's episode, we'll be moving on to bigger and better things.
We'll not avoid using ThurstonBlog as an opportunity to correct misrepresentations in The Olympian - or other media for that matter - but continue to bring other things to the forefront.
I loved Winer's blog from the Canadian newspaper, for instance. Since I've reincarnated myself after "Baby Monkey", I'm ready for more of Lost's video submissions.
98507 has assumed the role of "Editor in Chief" and will catch grammatical and spelling errors that sneak through. If you ever feel that the context of a statement has been changed due to an editing, don't hesitate to drop a comment.
Let us know your suggestions on how you'd like to see ThurstonBlog improve.
We are seeking to improve the quality of the product to increase readership in a more general sense. Not everyone enjoys our dramas with The Olympian's cast of characters and now that I'm past today's episode, we'll be moving on to bigger and better things.
We'll not avoid using ThurstonBlog as an opportunity to correct misrepresentations in The Olympian - or other media for that matter - but continue to bring other things to the forefront.
I loved Winer's blog from the Canadian newspaper, for instance. Since I've reincarnated myself after "Baby Monkey", I'm ready for more of Lost's video submissions.
98507 has assumed the role of "Editor in Chief" and will catch grammatical and spelling errors that sneak through. If you ever feel that the context of a statement has been changed due to an editing, don't hesitate to drop a comment.
Let us know your suggestions on how you'd like to see ThurstonBlog improve.
The un-ringing of a bell....
Finally, after several hours of defamatory comments on my letter, some were deleted.
The Olympian is half credible.
The Olympian is half credible.
Oh my!
radec Today 08:15 PM
The writer in question claims to be from Olympia and also claims to live in the 20th district. No part of Olympia is in the 20th district according the WA state district map. http://www.leg.wa.gov/LIC/Documents/EducationAndInformation/Legislative_District_Map.pdf More dishonesty, I'm sure the lawyers will love that.
IntentionalVolition 35 minutes ago
No dishonesty involved at all-- it has everything to do with government bureaucracy. Have you lived in Thurston County for very long? If you had, you would know that rural areas not originally within the city limits of Olympia, Lacey, and Tumwater were classified as being in "Olympia" because the postal service for those rural areas was assigned to the Olympia P.O. Eventually individual zip codes were established for the outlying areas, but the mailing addresses for most of them still carry the Olympia name, probably because it would cost a lot of money to make the necessary changes.
Read more: http://www.theolympian.com/2010/09/20/1375610/tobeck-is-the-superior-candidate.html#ixzz107f0lz5b
Don't let a little truth get in your way, radec. You must have more sleuthing capabilities.
In order to set the record straight....
I created a one time account to comment on The Olympian.
"Truth or Consequences" stipulated that Millersylvania State Park - south of me - is in the 20th District and that in no way did "the letter writer" say he lived in the 22nd.
Both comments were immediately deleted.
Can't have the truth getting in the way of a good rumor on The Olympian, now, can we?
"Truth or Consequences" stipulated that Millersylvania State Park - south of me - is in the 20th District and that in no way did "the letter writer" say he lived in the 22nd.
Both comments were immediately deleted.
Can't have the truth getting in the way of a good rumor on The Olympian, now, can we?
when you hide behind an anonymous moniker...
you can say just about anything you want....
radec 18 minutes ago
The writer in question claims to be from Olympia and also claims to live in the 20th district. No part of Olympia is in the 20th district according the WA state district map. http://www.leg.wa.gov/LIC/Documents/EducationAndInformation/Legislative_District_Map.pdf More dishonesty, I'm sure the lawyers will love that.
My legal mailing address in Scott Lake is "Olympia, WA". To tell The Olympian anything else would be a lie.
Can't google?????
Larry Hill
(360) 943-1009
***** Scott Creek Loop SW, Olympia, WA 98512-9041
Please try to call. I no longer have that land line. It will keep you busy for hours.
Here's more fun for you:
Millersylvania State Park 12245 Tilley Road S. Olympia, Washington 98512
20th District.
radec 18 minutes ago
The writer in question claims to be from Olympia and also claims to live in the 20th district. No part of Olympia is in the 20th district according the WA state district map. http://www.leg.wa.gov/LIC/Documents/EducationAndInformation/Legislative_District_Map.pdf More dishonesty, I'm sure the lawyers will love that.
My legal mailing address in Scott Lake is "Olympia, WA". To tell The Olympian anything else would be a lie.
Can't google?????
Larry Hill
(360) 943-1009
***** Scott Creek Loop SW, Olympia, WA 98512-9041
Please try to call. I no longer have that land line. It will keep you busy for hours.
Here's more fun for you:
Millersylvania State Park 12245 Tilley Road S. Olympia, Washington 98512
20th District.
Someone tell me where I live
Sam Hunt won’t resort to tricks
There is an old trick in politics that says when you have nothing to say about yourself, try to find something wrong with your opposition.
Rep. Sam Hunt needs no such tricks.
His continuous service in the Legislature speaks for the trust instilled in him by his constituents.
A civic leader, former educator and 25-year resident of Thurston County, the people know who Sam Hunt is. Sam will let them find out what they need to know about opponents.
Sam Hunt is the safe vote for the 22nd District.
LARRY HILL; Olympia
Read more: http://www.theolympian.com/2010/06/23/1281562/letters-to-the-editor-for-june.html#ixzz107IiYfaj
Tobeck is the superior candidate
LARRY HILL; Olympia • Published September 20, 2010
Corinne Tobeck, former director of a business organization, brings a new opportunity to the residents of the 20th District representation.
We have observed Rep. Richard DeBolt serve his employer, getting tax breaks and considerations and then watching the employer eliminate 600 good-paying jobs in our market, to import their own product mined at a less expensive location.
At the April 15, 2009 tea party rally in Chehalis, he whipped up a frenzy with his bullhorn chiding taxes to a crowd that obviously doesn’t know about his special interest discounts.
Let’s elect representation for the people.Tobeck is the answer for the 20th Legislative District.
Read more: http://www.theolympian.com/2010/09/20/1375610/tobeck-is-the-superior-candidate.html#ixzz107JAjtG5
Selected comments:
radec Today 03:58 PM
Just a reminder this same person endorsed Sam Hunt in June (see http://www.theolympian.com/2010/06/23/1281562/letters-to-the-editor-for-june.html ) When that person was asked in the comment section what district he lived in he said the 22nd. Now he is endorsing a candidate in the 20th (where he stated previously he actually lives). This person has a history of deception and false statements and his word should not be trusted by anyone. I'm not exactly sure why the Olympian even bothers printing his letters when they know the history surrounding this person.
Read more: http://www.theolympian.com/2010/09/20/1375610/tobeck-is-the-superior-candidate.html#ixzz107JUVwfh
IntentionalVolition Today 04:52 PM
The letter’s topic is DeBolt’s relationship with his employer, TransAlta, and how he used his position as Representative for the 20th District to gain extensive special-interest tax breaks for TransAlta. Nothing in the letter discussed TransAlta’s environmental failings. The other commenters are using the tried and true conservative method of attempting to divert attention away from the stated topic by attacking the letter writer. As usual, when they don’t have anything accurate to say, they automatically revert to sliming the messenger.
Read more: http://www.theolympian.com/2010/09/20/1375610/tobeck-is-the-superior-candidate.html#ixzz107JeYgmT
radec Today 05:24 PM
Making a judgement based on the credibility (or lack of) of the author of a written piece is indeed relevant information. This letter has the same credibility as if Tiger Woods were writing about the importance of honesty and trust in personal relationships.
Read more: http://www.theolympian.com/2010/09/20/1375610/tobeck-is-the-superior-candidate.html#ixzz107KSZEpR
I couldn't agree more, radec. Credibility is the name of the game. Since I NEVER said I lived in the 22nd District (I live in the 20th) you have lied.
To all readers - if you click on the link to the June LTE you'll find that the old "Pluck" text is gone, thus radec can claim anything it likes. Those that recall know that I created a one time account with my real name and clarified that, although I live in the 20th, I supported Hunt as a friend and serving the interests of the progressive movement in Washington State.
There is an old trick in politics that says when you have nothing to say about yourself, try to find something wrong with your opposition.
Rep. Sam Hunt needs no such tricks.
His continuous service in the Legislature speaks for the trust instilled in him by his constituents.
A civic leader, former educator and 25-year resident of Thurston County, the people know who Sam Hunt is. Sam will let them find out what they need to know about opponents.
Sam Hunt is the safe vote for the 22nd District.
LARRY HILL; Olympia
Read more: http://www.theolympian.com/2010/06/23/1281562/letters-to-the-editor-for-june.html#ixzz107IiYfaj
Tobeck is the superior candidate
LARRY HILL; Olympia • Published September 20, 2010
Corinne Tobeck, former director of a business organization, brings a new opportunity to the residents of the 20th District representation.
We have observed Rep. Richard DeBolt serve his employer, getting tax breaks and considerations and then watching the employer eliminate 600 good-paying jobs in our market, to import their own product mined at a less expensive location.
At the April 15, 2009 tea party rally in Chehalis, he whipped up a frenzy with his bullhorn chiding taxes to a crowd that obviously doesn’t know about his special interest discounts.
Let’s elect representation for the people.Tobeck is the answer for the 20th Legislative District.
Read more: http://www.theolympian.com/2010/09/20/1375610/tobeck-is-the-superior-candidate.html#ixzz107JAjtG5
Selected comments:
radec Today 03:58 PM
Just a reminder this same person endorsed Sam Hunt in June (see http://www.theolympian.com/2010/06/23/1281562/letters-to-the-editor-for-june.html ) When that person was asked in the comment section what district he lived in he said the 22nd. Now he is endorsing a candidate in the 20th (where he stated previously he actually lives). This person has a history of deception and false statements and his word should not be trusted by anyone. I'm not exactly sure why the Olympian even bothers printing his letters when they know the history surrounding this person.
Read more: http://www.theolympian.com/2010/09/20/1375610/tobeck-is-the-superior-candidate.html#ixzz107JUVwfh
IntentionalVolition Today 04:52 PM
The letter’s topic is DeBolt’s relationship with his employer, TransAlta, and how he used his position as Representative for the 20th District to gain extensive special-interest tax breaks for TransAlta. Nothing in the letter discussed TransAlta’s environmental failings. The other commenters are using the tried and true conservative method of attempting to divert attention away from the stated topic by attacking the letter writer. As usual, when they don’t have anything accurate to say, they automatically revert to sliming the messenger.
Read more: http://www.theolympian.com/2010/09/20/1375610/tobeck-is-the-superior-candidate.html#ixzz107JeYgmT
radec Today 05:24 PM
Making a judgement based on the credibility (or lack of) of the author of a written piece is indeed relevant information. This letter has the same credibility as if Tiger Woods were writing about the importance of honesty and trust in personal relationships.
Read more: http://www.theolympian.com/2010/09/20/1375610/tobeck-is-the-superior-candidate.html#ixzz107KSZEpR
I couldn't agree more, radec. Credibility is the name of the game. Since I NEVER said I lived in the 22nd District (I live in the 20th) you have lied.
To all readers - if you click on the link to the June LTE you'll find that the old "Pluck" text is gone, thus radec can claim anything it likes. Those that recall know that I created a one time account with my real name and clarified that, although I live in the 20th, I supported Hunt as a friend and serving the interests of the progressive movement in Washington State.
Dino's a what????????????
Dino Rossi (born October 15, 1959) is an American real estate salesman,[1] twice unsuccessful Republican candidate for Governor of Washington, and former Washington State Senator. In the 2004 election that would become the closest gubernatorial race in United States history, Rossi was certified as governor-elect before losing a second hand recount to Democrat Christine Gregoire.[2] He also ran for Governor of Washington in 2008, losing to Gregoire 47% to 53%. In 2010, Rossi became a candidate for the United States Senate.
Rossi began his professional career in the commercial real estate industry, and continued to invest in and manage income properties throughout his formal political career. After the 2008 election, Rossi returned to commercial real estate industry full-time.
"Howdy" commented: He's a business man. If he doesn't know how to get private sector jobs created, we're screwed.
You're screwed Howdy. I'm betting the only job Dino ever created was his own.
Rossi began his professional career in the commercial real estate industry, and continued to invest in and manage income properties throughout his formal political career. After the 2008 election, Rossi returned to commercial real estate industry full-time.
"Howdy" commented: He's a business man. If he doesn't know how to get private sector jobs created, we're screwed.
You're screwed Howdy. I'm betting the only job Dino ever created was his own.
Crickets Read
While mulling the statistics of ThurstonBlog, I'm proud to announce that we have crossed the 11,000 page views threshold - since its origin, ThurstonBlog has had over 11,000 views, while many of those can be the same view multiple times, it would be incorrect to say over 11,000 people have viewed ThurstonBlog. At the same time, for a blog that doesn't spend any effort promoting itself, 11,000 views is something to consider.
We've had over 1,100 viewers from the United States. Interesting enough, we've had double digit views from a couple of European countries and we're guessing we have a regular from Kuwait - probably one of our troops keep track of home.
Keep chirping, there are people out there listening.
We've had over 1,100 viewers from the United States. Interesting enough, we've had double digit views from a couple of European countries and we're guessing we have a regular from Kuwait - probably one of our troops keep track of home.
Keep chirping, there are people out there listening.
Interesting gun issue
http://www.kitsapsun.com/news/2010/sep/18/gun-club-prides-itself-on-safety-but-county-says/
Conflict between local residents and gun club in Kitsap County. I'm wondering what the ramifications of "control" might be. The 2nd Amendment guarantees owership, but not a place to shoot. Many of the opponents are ex-military.
Conflict between local residents and gun club in Kitsap County. I'm wondering what the ramifications of "control" might be. The 2nd Amendment guarantees owership, but not a place to shoot. Many of the opponents are ex-military.
There is no racism in America
Miami quarterback Jacory Harris revealed he received at least one racially motivated hate message on Twitter after the Hurricanes’ 36-34 loss to Ohio State on Sept. 11. The message said the Hurricanes should not have “a black quarterback.” Harris threw four interceptions. (McClatchy News Service)
Now consider this snip everytime you hear the criticism leveled at Obama for not magically fixing the economy.
Now consider this snip everytime you hear the criticism leveled at Obama for not magically fixing the economy.
From the O
"Reviewers should look at ferry systems nationally and internationally. Neighboring British Columbia’s ferry system is run by what’s called a Crown Corporation. The crown, or province, retains ownership, but it’s run independently by a chief executive officer and board of directors. Would a structure like that be appropriate in Washington state? How about turning the entire operation over to the private sector? All governing and ownership options for this part of the state’s transportation network should be reviewed and weighed — especially at this time of shrinking budgets."
Apples and oranges, kids. The British Columbia ferry system doesn't serve a workers/inhabitants commute the way Washington State Ferries do. Their's is more of a system of travel for tourism and can run a more lax schedule than the demands of, say "Winslow to Bremerton to Seattle". Not only do you have a huge volume of commuters, but there is commercial traffic that depends on frequency of those runs. Left in the hands of "saving pennies for the shareholders", we could be facing some serious issues in terms of ability to cross the Sound. How would you like only two runs from Port Townsend to Whidbey Island, each day, because the profit makers think that's all it's worth? As it is, you only have one run every two hours to San Juan (at best). Don't "miss" a sailing. (been there, done that)
Sorry, O Editors - leave these decisions up to the people that are affected - North Sound dwellers.
Apples and oranges, kids. The British Columbia ferry system doesn't serve a workers/inhabitants commute the way Washington State Ferries do. Their's is more of a system of travel for tourism and can run a more lax schedule than the demands of, say "Winslow to Bremerton to Seattle". Not only do you have a huge volume of commuters, but there is commercial traffic that depends on frequency of those runs. Left in the hands of "saving pennies for the shareholders", we could be facing some serious issues in terms of ability to cross the Sound. How would you like only two runs from Port Townsend to Whidbey Island, each day, because the profit makers think that's all it's worth? As it is, you only have one run every two hours to San Juan (at best). Don't "miss" a sailing. (been there, done that)
Sorry, O Editors - leave these decisions up to the people that are affected - North Sound dwellers.
Look what surfaced from under the slime
tetragrammatonn Today 09:31 AM
They had no choice but to close it down. This act pretty much says it all.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Surface_Mining_Control_and_Reclamation_Act_of_1977
They also could have relocated but they chose not to. And to top it off, this bill was signed by Jimmy Carter.Imagine that! Vote Republican to help save our jobs!
Now this was in response to a Letter to the Editor that I sent in some time ago that Mike Oakland ran today - someone has to be crapping their pants by now.
Tetra was the "character" that was so obsessed about Tammy deleting me and had the "insider information" about the conversation with Tammy and I that never happened.
To the subject of the matter, Tetra's response is pure bullshit. That act has nothing to do with the closure of the mine in Centralia. TransAlta's decision was completely based on where they could best be served, by using non-union labor.
Now, again, notice the misdirection play on the part of a Conservative. The subject of my letter was why Corinne Tobeck can better represent the people of the 20th - by not serving the special interests of an employer as DeBolt is.
Try to avoid that subject as much as you can, Tetra. It won't work.
Now for those of you that might want to see a tie between the act and TransAlta:
http://www.osm.gov/Reports/EvalInfo/2007/WA07-reg.pdf
You'll see that the tie in between the act and the company was their 16 violations in 12 months.
EDITING NOTE: Added value for the discussion;
From the Seattle PI, circa 2004:
"Legislators often say that what's best for their bosses is best for their districts. Consider Rep. Richard DeBolt, R-Chehalis. The House Republican leader also serves as "external relations" officer for the TransAlta energy company. Last year, DeBolt co-sponsored a bill that made small changes to an assortment of tax breaks, aiming to clarify previous legislation. The broadly supported package included a tax break for the Centralia Steam Plant, owned by TransAlta."It was more technical corrections," to avoid violating interstate commerce laws than it was a new tax exemption, said DeBolt, who said he had helped push through the original tax break. TransAlta employs 835 in his district, DeBolt said, and the bill "ties (TransAlta) down" to buying coal from the local mine."
They had no choice but to close it down. This act pretty much says it all.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Surface_Mining_Control_and_Reclamation_Act_of_1977
They also could have relocated but they chose not to. And to top it off, this bill was signed by Jimmy Carter.Imagine that! Vote Republican to help save our jobs!
Now this was in response to a Letter to the Editor that I sent in some time ago that Mike Oakland ran today - someone has to be crapping their pants by now.
Tetra was the "character" that was so obsessed about Tammy deleting me and had the "insider information" about the conversation with Tammy and I that never happened.
To the subject of the matter, Tetra's response is pure bullshit. That act has nothing to do with the closure of the mine in Centralia. TransAlta's decision was completely based on where they could best be served, by using non-union labor.
Now, again, notice the misdirection play on the part of a Conservative. The subject of my letter was why Corinne Tobeck can better represent the people of the 20th - by not serving the special interests of an employer as DeBolt is.
Try to avoid that subject as much as you can, Tetra. It won't work.
Now for those of you that might want to see a tie between the act and TransAlta:
http://www.osm.gov/Reports/EvalInfo/2007/WA07-reg.pdf
You'll see that the tie in between the act and the company was their 16 violations in 12 months.
EDITING NOTE: Added value for the discussion;
From the Seattle PI, circa 2004:
"Legislators often say that what's best for their bosses is best for their districts. Consider Rep. Richard DeBolt, R-Chehalis. The House Republican leader also serves as "external relations" officer for the TransAlta energy company. Last year, DeBolt co-sponsored a bill that made small changes to an assortment of tax breaks, aiming to clarify previous legislation. The broadly supported package included a tax break for the Centralia Steam Plant, owned by TransAlta."It was more technical corrections," to avoid violating interstate commerce laws than it was a new tax exemption, said DeBolt, who said he had helped push through the original tax break. TransAlta employs 835 in his district, DeBolt said, and the bill "ties (TransAlta) down" to buying coal from the local mine."
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