Archive for September, 2009
Dems sink to new low… on health care
A reprehensible Dem. Rep referred to the deaths “caused by lack of healthcare reform” as “a holocaust”. This was after he apologised to the dead.
A disgraceful way to make a point and an insult to all those who perished in the real Holocaust.
Comments are off for this postDavid Appletree gets punted by Facebook…
Dear Activists,
As some of you might know, I received noticed that my account is slated for deactivation in the next 9 hours. Perhaps you can help the situation by writing a short email in support of me and my work here to this address: abuse+d2uutt5@facebook.com
For the latest updates and information please check out the JIDF site and http://www.facebook.com/l/40553;twitter.com/JIDF - many other accounts are slated for deactivation, apparently.
Also, I have created the following group, which address this issue:
Facebook Issues: Privacy, Content Ownership, and Selective TOS Enforcement
http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=166365955189
Unfortunately, this seems real, and I will lose over 2 years of correspondence, over 4,000 friends, over 50 groups and pages I created or admin with hundreds of thousands of members and fans, etc.
It just doesn’t seem fair. Point 2 in Facebook’s TOS says that we own our content. Apparently, that’s not the case if some of us have to take certain precautions to protect our privacy, safety, and security.
Thanks for all your support of the years. I hope you’ll continue to support our work - we will try to continue making the fan page active: http://www.facebook.com/thejidf - and we urge you to interact w/ the JIDF site, as people can now leave comments there.
David Appletree
Founder
Jewish Internet Defense Force
http://www.facebook.com/l/40553;www.thejidf.org
LEADING THE FIGHTI’ve not had any trouble with Facebook myself.
Odd Times…
Gore Vidal arch leftie is on the same wavelength and arch paleoconservative site Newsmax about militarization of the US.
Comments are off for this postToday is International Free Press day…
Check out the IFPS site for loads of articles about the state of the world-wide free press.
Comments are off for this postAlyssa Monks
A stunning collection of photo-realist paintings. You can click through on any individual artist and go to his or her web page. I did just that with Ms. Monks, and I am pleased to report that she has no prices listed. This can mean only one thing: She’s giving them away for free. Which would be exactly in my price range, so I plan to pick up two or three. Maybe more, if she’s willling to include the frames.
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And Murray is live-blogging it.
Comments are off for this postSpencer needs your help…
Can you help? Spencer needs some help tracking those sending him his death threats. If you are good at on-line sleuthing you could help him out.
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For the growing band of AGW Sceptics; the following story is dynamite. And for those who do believe in Al Gore’s highly profitable myth about “Man-Made Global Warming”, it will no doubt feel as comfortable as the rectally inserted suicide bomb that put paid to an Al Qaeda operative earlier this week. Now read on.
Via: Donal
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Welcome to the September 28, 2009 edition of best of me symphony.
Madeleine Begun Kane presents Multi-Task Madness posted at Mad Kane’s Humor Blog.
Greg Laden presents The Mystery of The Returned Outboard Motor : Greg Laden’s Blog posted at Greg Laden’s Blog.
Jason Ward presents A word about JG Ballard - The Word of Ward posted at The Word of Ward, saying, “Hello again. Here’s an article I wrote about the late JG Ballard with a few of my favourite books by him. Thanks for doing this.”
FMF presents What to Do When You Don’t Get a Job Offer posted at Free Money Finance, saying, “There are a few steps you should take when you don’t get a job offer that might help you get one eventually.”
Sam Carrara presents Goal Setting- Half Marathon posted at Sam Carrara’s Marketing Education.
Sam presents New !! LASIK Laser Eye Surgery. See the World Without Glasses or Contact Lenses posted at Surfer Sam and Friends, saying, “Thanks for including my article. Here’s an excerpt…
LASIK Laser Eye Surgery
Would You Like to See the World
Without Glasses or Contact Lenses?
Wouldn’t it be grand to see clearly without glasses or contact lenses? Millions of people have had LASIK laser eye surgery to improve their vision. It is a popular surgical procedure with a high success rate that can improve your quality of life. If you are tired of glasses or annoyed by contact lenses, LASIK eye surgery may be for you. No matter whether you are nearsighted, farsighted or have astigmatism, LASIK is a quick ten-minute procedure that can improve your vision. But not everyone will benefit from LASIK, and you should know that LASIK is a medical operation.
What Is LASIK Laser Eye Surgery
LASIK is eye surgery to correct nearsightedness, farsightedness and astigmatism. The surgery is performed by an ophthalmologist using a laser. About three million procedures are performed each year. LASIK is an acronym that stands for Laser-Assisted in Situ Keratomileusis.
Vision defects are caused by irregularities in the cornea, the clear front covering of the eye. This changes how the cornea focuses light coming into the eye. LASIK eye surgery can correct these vision defects by reshaping the cornea. LASIK eye surgery cannot correct presbyopia, so people over 40 will still need glasses for reading.
During LASIK, a flap is cut in the outer part of the cornea and folded back. Then an Excimer laser is used to reshape your cornea. The laser does not burn or cut, but instead vaporizes the underlying tissue of the cornea. The layer of tissue removed may be only ten micrometres thick. Next, the flap is laid back in place and the eye heals.”
Patrick @ Military Money presents Should I Make an Early Withdrawal from My Retirement Account? posted at Military Finance Network, saying, “Making an early withdrawal from your retirement accounts can cause you to pay taxes and penalties, but sometimes it may be worth it.”
Patrick @ Money Saving Deals presents Free Business Cards from Vista Print posted at Cash Money Life Deals, saying, “Get 250 free business cards from Vista Print. Great offer for the start up businessman or entrepreneur.”
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Fausta has her round-up ready for your reading pleasure. Then there is those Britbloggers.
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Not Evil Just Wrong reviewed…
Reviews In Brief: Not Evil Just Wrong
Comments are off for this postLeast liked on the right by the right…
Guess who comes out on top? Then again knowing her and her thoughts on bloggers she is probably pleased with her placement.
Comments are off for this postNetenyahu @ UN on Madman Inadinnerjacket
For anyone who loathed(s) Power Rangers…
Zelaya uses that ole’ tactic
When in doubt blame the Jews Israelis for whatever is happening to you. Yes, this is not satire, the Miami Herald is reporting he is claiming a bunch of Israeli mercenaries are after him.
Honduras’ fallen leader told The Miami Herald he is being subjected to mind-altering gas and radiation — and that `Israeli mercenaries’ are planning to assassinate him.
Surely if they were Israelis mercs he would be dead by now? Don’t what is more offensive that he is being a jew-hater or that he is making Israelis out to be incompetent.
Zelaya is a nutter of this can be sure.
1 commentCouple of book reviews…
The Lost Symbol by Dan Brown reviewed over at Blogcritics.
While over at BNN, I review Murder in the Magick Club.
Comments are off for this postMarty reviews… some diabolical music…
Music Review: The Kentucky Headhunters, Diablo Swing Orchestra, Nick Oliveri, and Jason Aldean
Kenny G: An Evening of Rhythm & Romance
Described by some of aural morphine Kenny G is not universally loved. This is a blu-ray of a live gig G did in San Diego in 2008. The band is amazingly type which is not surprising because the bloke on piano went to high school with him and most of the rest of the band have been playing with him for over 20 years. Its an impressive concert from an obviously talented band. Yes, it would probably put most heavy rock fans to sleep, but there is nothing objectionable about it. The only that comes close is when he holds a note for a very long time, which is irritating in extremis. There is a whole bunch of extras of Xmas music, an interview and other goodies.
This is a good present for the Kenny G in your midst that is for sure. Good value for money from a talented band.
Willie Nelson: The Willie Nelson Special
This is special show from 1985 which he shares along with Ray Charles. There are some amusing bits when a crew heads to his home town in Texas and asks about his early years. No extras at all to speak of and the whole thing is not that long. Still seeing Willie & Charles do each other’s songs and hamming it up is most amusing. Willie fans will probably already have it on video tape, however having this clean and clear DVD is probably a good investment. Not really sure of its value for the rest of us.
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A Swiss man, looking for directions, pulls up at a bus stop where two Texans are waiting.
“Entschuldigen Sie mich, Sie zu tun sprechen Deutsches?” he asks. The two Texans just stare at him.
“Excusez-moi pour vous faire parlent français?” The two continue to stare.
“parli italiano?” No response.
“¿los di usted habla español?” Still nothing.
So he has a final try: “Tatakalamaani bil arabiyya?”
The Swiss man drives off, extremely disgusted.
The first Texan turns to the second and says, “You know Bubba, maybe we should learn a foreign language.”
Comments are off for this postCoTV Falling into Autumn
Welcome to the September 24, 2009 edition of carnival of the vanities.
Kevin Fleming presents Watch Greys Anatomy Season 6 Online posted at Satellite TV Guru.
Aparna presents Aspirin for acne-prone skin posted at Beauty and Personality Grooming, saying, “Aspirin is remarkable for your skin. Its anti-inflammatory properties, capability of sloughing off dead skin cells thus preventing the clogging of pores makes it a terrific product in the treatment of acne and other skin inflammations.”
Sonja Stewart presents Voluntary Insanity: 5 Volunteer Jobs Parents Will Actually Volunteer For posted at Parenting Squad.
Madeleine Begun Kane presents Happy Birthday To Me posted at Mad Kane’s Humor Blog.
debergerac78 presents Why Joe Wilson’s apology falls short posted at The Business Ethics Blog, saying, “The South Carolina Congressman’s “You lie!” remark are not only inappropriate, they’re downright rude. Can we possibly get a discussion on health care reform without it degenerating into a shouting match?”
Kenneth Bennight presents Ask Sitting Bull How it Worked Out posted at Tex the Pontificator.
Tim King presents Friday Fun: My Favorite Columbos posted at J. Timothy King’s Blog, saying, “Rewatching old episodes featuring the disheveled homicide detective named Lieutenant Columbo, I thought I’d throw together this post, listing 5 of my favorites. What are your favorite episodes?”
Susan Howe presents 20 Awesome Cosplay Blogs for Those Who Really Want to Get Their Game On posted at Star Costumes Blog.
Ian Peatey presents Life: powerful and fragile posted at Quantum Learning - nonviolent living.
Kevin Fleming presents Best Satellite TV Service? posted at Satellite TV Guru.
Credit Shout presents The Advantages of Business Credit Cards posted at CreditShout.
FMF presents Where to Invest Your Time to Get the Best Pay-Off posted at Free Money Finance, saying, “If you had an extra hour to invest, what would you do to make the most of it? The answer might surprise you.”
Patrick @ Cash Money Life presents Best 12 month 0% balance transfer credit card posted at Cash Money Life, saying, “The Discover More American Flag Card now offers 12 months balance transfer, which is among the best in the industry. It’s a great deal compared to paying high interest rates.”
Silicon Valley Blogger presents What Are The Best Credit Card Rewards Programs? posted at The Digerati Life, saying, “Thanks!”
TSW presents YNAB (You Need A Budget) Review, Financial Budgeting Software posted at The Smarter Wallet, saying, “Thanks!”
debergerac78 presents Kanye West, Serena Williams, Joe Wilson and the Today Show posted at The Business Ethics Blog, saying, “These high-profile personalities have had a lot of apologizing to do recently–but how do their apologies hold up under social scrutiny?”
Surveymagnet presents Guest Blogger Opinion from Dearzette.com: How Soon is Too Soon for Sex? posted at SurveyMagnet.com.
Katy Unitek presents Moving Away from Oil-Powered Energy - Boots on the Roof posted at Boots On The Roof
Aparna presents LashFood & Pulse Yoga EXPRESS DVD: Giveaway posted at Beauty and Personality Grooming, saying, “Awesome Giveaway!! Enter for a chance to win LashFood, an all natural eyelash and eyebrow conditioning stimulator worth $120 and a Pulse Yoga EXPRESS DVD. Contest ends on Oct 6, 2009″
That concludes this edition. Submit your blog article to the next edition of carnival of the vanities using our carnival submission form. Past posts and future hosts can be found on our blog carnival index page.
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Wolfenstein reviewed…
Conservatives new t-shirt…
Here is the shortlist. Some that made it are face-sucking awful. The two I prefer are Release your inner Tory and A picture of Gordon Brown with the word ‘Fail’ underneath. Neither are that dependent on Brown being in charge, which I highly doubt he will be come the next election.
Comments are off for this postObama & Hilary better than McCain…
From the Daily Kos? From the BBC? No from the hero of some on the right… Glenn Beck.
Don’t believe me check this video from a recent interview.
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Contract from America
Contract from America
“We the People” to Assert the Power to Guide Legislative Direction
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
September 21, 2009
Contact: Ryan Hecker (215.880.2430) or Greg Holloway (512.585.7631)
In an initiative that harkens to the core principles of the Declaration of Independence, the Tea Party Patriots and other grassroots activists have established a project which will enable the American people to establish legislative priorities for their representatives. This new project, called “Contract from America,” offers the public the opportunity to make specific legislative suggestions in thirteen areas of public policy, ranging from health care to ethics reform, energy and environmental issues.
In true grassroots style, Ryan Hecker, from Houston, Texas, conceptualized and created the Contract from America, and brought it to the Tea Party Patriots. In discussing the project, he spoke of the need for more public involvement in the determination of America’s public policies. “Over the past decades, the majority of ideas and policies have originated in the backrooms of lobbyists and legislators in Washington DC. New legislation has often originated from special interests. These ideas and policies have proven to be tired and ineffective. I know the American people have better ideas for our government. Contract from America is their opportunity.”
Contractfromamerica.com was launched immediately prior to the Stand up for Liberty! rallies held in Texas and Ohio over the Labor Day Weekend, and was announced to the nation at the 9-12 March on Washington.
As ideas are offered online by grassroots visitors, individuals will be able to vote on ideas or suggest alternatives in each category. Editors selected from among tea party activists from around the country will choose the top three ideas in each policy area. A vote of the people will select the ideas to be presented to elected officials as the choices of the people.
Hecker noted further, “This website provides Americans with the opportunity to offer their innovative solutions to our nation’s pressing problems and to vote and comment on the ideas of others. We believe that the result of this grassroots-generated marketplace of ideas will be a document that not only represents the will of the American people, but promotes unique ideas that will breathe new life and new trust into American government. We will have a Contract From America for which we are all responsible and in which we all feel a sense of ownership.”
3 commentsBoMS back from holiday…
Welcome to the September 21, 2009 edition of best of me symphony.
Greg Laden presents The Day the Right Wing Lost Its Last Shred of Moral Standing posted at Quiche Moraine.
Scientific Living presents Judging By Potential posted at Scientific Living, saying, “Judging others by potential, and not judging ourselves.
ps. sorry if this spammed you twice, the blog carnival submitter was acting up.”
Madeleine Begun Kane presents 1996 Humor Column About Underwear Shopping With My Mother posted at Mad Kane’s Humor Blog.
Patrick @ Cash Money Life presents How to Open a Roth IRA posted at Cash Money Life, saying, “Tips on how to open a Roth IRA and what to look for in your Roth IRA Custodian.”
jim presents Ally Bank CD Rates posted at Blueprint for Financial Prosperity.
Mary H. presents Temple Grandin, Autism and Animal Training posted at Stale Cheerios, saying, “Temple Grandin, one of the top experts on autism, also has a keen understanding on how animals think. In this post Mary H. talks about how Grandin’s ideas on punishing children are directly applicable to working with horses and other animals.”
Lisa Taylor presents 4 Crime Fiction Writers Worth Reading posted at Forensic Science Schools.
FMF presents How You Grow Your Income by 10% or More a Year posted at Free Money Finance, saying, “Income growth is rarely a straight line up.”
Sam presents 8 Steps to Protect Yourself from Identity Theft posted at Surfer Sam and Friends, saying, “Thanks for including my article. Here’s an excerpt.
Ten Ways Crooks Steal Your Identity
Identity Theft ~ Are You Safe?
Learn How to Protect Yourself.
In the electronic age, your identity is represented by the set of numbers and codes that describe you. Name, date of birth, Social Security number, credit card numbers, bank account number and mother’s maiden name are all that’s necessary to impersonate you and make transactions in your name. A new breed of criminals who don’t carry weapons are exploiting the system for their own benefit. Their crime is called identity theft.
“But he that filches from me my good name
Robs me of that which not enriches him
And makes me poor indeed.” - Shakespeare, Othello
Identity Theft Is the Fastest Growing Crime in America
What actually is identity theft? Identity theft occurs when someone uses your personally identifying information, like your name, Social Security number, or credit card number, without your permission, to commit fraud or other crimes. According to the FTC, more than 9 million Americans have their identities stolen each year. This is the fastest growing crime in America. Identity theft is an absolute epidemic. In 1998, Congress made identity theft a federal offense.
In cases of identity theft, the victim often has to prove his or her innocence. This astonishes most new identity theft victims. They naturally expect the police, the credit grantors, the credit-reporting agencies and others in high places to help them. Maybe it should be that way…but often it isn’t.”
Tim King presents Dear Delilah… posted at J. Timothy King’s Blog, saying, “In this heartfelt open letter to Delilah, I explain some of what she may not have known about my lovesick torments at the time I met her, but how knowing her turned my life around.”
SVB presents myFICO Promotional Code and Review posted at The Digerati Life, saying, “Thanks!”
Smarter Wallet presents Online Stock Brokers With Cheap Brokerage Fees posted at The Smarter Wallet.
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There is a new Shire News Network to have a listen to today.
Naturally there is a Haveil Havalim as well.
Matt hosts the Britbloggers this week.
And let us not forget Fausta’s Carnival of Latin America.
3 commentsNot shocking links… socialist realism…
It seems everyone else has figured out that O’Reily is in fact a socialist.
Russell Brand supports socialised medicine for the US and believes in the BBC lies about the health care in the US.
A few words on the vampiric nature of the “public option.
“Socialist” Sweden on the other hand is cutting taxes to spur growth. Maine & Obama take note maybe?
Comments are off for this postThe Plan completed…
The Plan by Dan Hannan and Douglas Carswell has been reviewed. Interviews with both authors hot-linked.
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