Showing posts with label politics. Show all posts
Showing posts with label politics. Show all posts
Saturday, April 7
Sunday, January 22
Obama Loves Sneakers
-jv
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Sunday, November 27
The Twinkie Defense
After Dan White assassinated Harvey Milk on November 27, 1978 his Lawyers successfully used "The Twinkie Defense" to get Dan White out of jail in a little more than five years.
Dan White's Lawyers explained to The Jurors that the night before The Murders (Dan White also killed the San Fransisco mayor in the same spree that left Harvey Milk dead) Dan White had ate a Large Amount of Twinkies. Because, The Lawyers explained, Dan White usually kept an extremely healthy diet the Large Amount of Twinkies had diminished his capacity. That is The Twinkie Defense. Eat too many Twinkies and kill two people.
-jv
Very Amateur Historian
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Dan White's Lawyers explained to The Jurors that the night before The Murders (Dan White also killed the San Fransisco mayor in the same spree that left Harvey Milk dead) Dan White had ate a Large Amount of Twinkies. Because, The Lawyers explained, Dan White usually kept an extremely healthy diet the Large Amount of Twinkies had diminished his capacity. That is The Twinkie Defense. Eat too many Twinkies and kill two people.
-jv
Very Amateur Historian
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Tuesday, October 18
Starbucks creates jobs, not just baristas
The chairman of Starbucks wants to support job creations. Not by opening more stores and paying college grads minimum wage to make foam, but by supporting small businesses. But how? With a pretty good plan in my humble opinion. It's called Create Jobs for USA
Americans themselves can start lending to small businesses, with Starbucks serving as the middleman. Starbucks partners with Community Development Financial Institutions, or CDFIs who are under the radar lenders, mostly non-profits with very low loan defaults. These lenders specialize in expending credit, getting paid back, and paying back investors. In other words, they are not giant loan assholes who want to ruin your life forever and never take their claws out of you.
Starbucks customers can donate money to the effort when they buy coffee. Those who give $5 or more will get a red-white-and-blue wristband. The tag line will read: "Americans Helping Americans."
The best part is that the donations aren't loaned out, but turned into equity that can be leveraged at a 7 to 1 rate. So five dollars is worth 35 dollars going to the small businesses. And Starbucks is kicking it off with a five million dollar donation.
The program starts November 1st, so after a weekend of Halloween-ing, head over and donate some change. You may be funding a totally awesome sandwich shop run by your best friends who will name a sandwich after you.
-av
Having a job enthusiast
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Americans themselves can start lending to small businesses, with Starbucks serving as the middleman. Starbucks partners with Community Development Financial Institutions, or CDFIs who are under the radar lenders, mostly non-profits with very low loan defaults. These lenders specialize in expending credit, getting paid back, and paying back investors. In other words, they are not giant loan assholes who want to ruin your life forever and never take their claws out of you.
The best part is that the donations aren't loaned out, but turned into equity that can be leveraged at a 7 to 1 rate. So five dollars is worth 35 dollars going to the small businesses. And Starbucks is kicking it off with a five million dollar donation.
The program starts November 1st, so after a weekend of Halloween-ing, head over and donate some change. You may be funding a totally awesome sandwich shop run by your best friends who will name a sandwich after you.
-av
Having a job enthusiast
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Tuesday, October 11
Kanye's Silent Occupation
When Kanye is protesting, he lets Rev Run's brother do his talking for him.
-jv
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-jv
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Wednesday, September 21
Troy Davis Execution Delayed Temporarily (UPDATED)
(11:18 PM 9/21/11) Media witnesses report that Troy Davis' last words maintained his innocence.
(11:15 PM 9/21/11) Troy Davis Pronounced dead at 11:08 PM EST on September 21, 2011 after a lethal execution.
(10:33 PM 9/21/11) Update: The Supreme Court has refused to block the execution. Not one justice dissented. No explanation was offered, just that the application was denied. It is unknown as of now when the execution will take place, possibly with in the hour.
(7:30 PM 9/21/11) Breaking news: The Supreme Court have delayed the execution of Troy Davis while they review the case and consider a stay of execution.
Davis was scheduled for execution at 7:00 pm, local time in Jackson, Georgia, and we are just now learning that it has been delayed. There is no official word on how long the delay will be or if a stay will be granted.
Check out Democracy Now! for streaming coverage or @democracynow for up to date accurate news on the fight for Troy Davis.
This is still developing, the stay may be a reprieve, but for now, Troy Davis is still alive.
-av
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(11:15 PM 9/21/11) Troy Davis Pronounced dead at 11:08 PM EST on September 21, 2011 after a lethal execution.
(10:33 PM 9/21/11) Update: The Supreme Court has refused to block the execution. Not one justice dissented. No explanation was offered, just that the application was denied. It is unknown as of now when the execution will take place, possibly with in the hour.
(7:30 PM 9/21/11) Breaking news: The Supreme Court have delayed the execution of Troy Davis while they review the case and consider a stay of execution.
Davis was scheduled for execution at 7:00 pm, local time in Jackson, Georgia, and we are just now learning that it has been delayed. There is no official word on how long the delay will be or if a stay will be granted.
Check out Democracy Now! for streaming coverage or @democracynow for up to date accurate news on the fight for Troy Davis.
This is still developing, the stay may be a reprieve, but for now, Troy Davis is still alive.
-av
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Tuesday, September 20
Troy Davis
Troy Davis was denied clemency today and is set to be executed on September 21st on the basis of 9 eyewitnesses, 7 of which have been recanted or changed.
Please sign
-jb
Please sign
-jb
Sunday, August 14
Even More Exciting British News
The UK is exciting, especially these last couple weeks. Posh and Becks added beautiful daughter Harper Seven to their unfairly good looking family and The News of the World put out its last issue on July 10th. Hugh Grant took down News of the World. On July 28th the Opening Ceremony of the 2012 Summer Olympics in London were a year away, as of today we are 348 out. The London Riots started on August 6th following a march protesting the death of Mark Duggan. Austin Powers 4 was announced on August 12th, yeah baby.
This is the best picture from the London Riots. A hooligan trying to kick a Bobbie in the Johnson.
This picture from the London Riots is crazy.
-jv
British Admirer
This is the best picture from the London Riots. A hooligan trying to kick a Bobbie in the Johnson.
British Admirer
Wednesday, July 13
Gangs of New York Riots
On July 13, 1863 riots broke out in New York City. The rioters were protesting the draft of citizens into the Union Army to fight in the Civil War. The riot lasted for four days and included the burning of the Colored Orphan Asylum, the children were evacuated before the fire was set, and the lynching of at least twelve African Americans.
More information can be found here and here.
-jv
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Monday, July 4
The America Flag - Past and Future
As today is one of 7 particular days of display for the American flag, let's look at the different designs of previous flags, and take a glimpse at the possible future flags.
New Englanders are pretty familiar with the flag that Betsey Ross probably didn't sew, but not only was there a different flag in use during most of the American Revolution, but thereafter at least four other flags were in use for the next 18 years, until two more state were added to the Union.
The thirteen stripes have only been altered once, with the addition of the first two states after the colonies, the flag featured 15 stars and 15 stripes. After this it reverted the 13 stripes and the number of states for the number of stars.
Over the years there have been no less than 24 flags as states were added. Most maintained the stars in lines, but some had the stars in a circular of star shape.
At present there are designs in place for up to 56 states. So should DC or Puerto Rico ever be granted statehood, Congress is ready to update the flag.
Last, ever wondered how to fold the flag? Here you go:
-av
Girl Scout Troop 1021
ps. Nobody does the Star Spangled Banner better than Marvin
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| Another flag in use from 1777-95 |
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| War Time Flag |
The thirteen stripes have only been altered once, with the addition of the first two states after the colonies, the flag featured 15 stars and 15 stripes. After this it reverted the 13 stripes and the number of states for the number of stars.
Over the years there have been no less than 24 flags as states were added. Most maintained the stars in lines, but some had the stars in a circular of star shape.
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| Initiated with Colorado's statehood |
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| In use 1837-45 |
At present there are designs in place for up to 56 states. So should DC or Puerto Rico ever be granted statehood, Congress is ready to update the flag.
Last, ever wondered how to fold the flag? Here you go:
-av
Girl Scout Troop 1021
ps. Nobody does the Star Spangled Banner better than Marvin
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Friday, July 1
4th of July
What's up everyone? Our nations Independence day is approaching soon and as much as things are wrong with the world and our respective political parties there is still one thing we can all agree on; fireworks=awesome. I'm not talking about the Katy Perry song but the actual explosives. So to get everyone hyped over something that doesn't involve epic Hogwarts battles here is a video of some slow-mo shots of explosives blowing up a jar of mayo and some jell-o to name a few. Enjoy the vid and make sure to be a true blue American come the 4th and enjoy some stellar fireworks while enjoying a bratwurst, a hot dog, a cheeseburger, and a steak all on the same plate!
- sf
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- sf
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Monday, May 2
Sunday, May 1
White House Correspondents' Dinner Follow Up
Following up av's post about the White House Correspondent's Dinner here's the clip of Obama's speech. This guy is a G.
-SD
-SD
Seth Meyers destroys Donald Trump
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Comedy has become a huge force in the political discussion, which is probably why Seth Meyers, Head Writer at SNL and host of Weekend Update, was asked to give a speech at this year's White House Correspondent's Dinner. The 20 minute speech has a lot of great jokes and insights about the current political landscape and the media that cover it.
But the best part is when he rips into Donald Trump's bid for Republican candidacy. The jokes are decent, but what's better are the quick cuts to the table Trump is sitting at. Trump looks like he's been turned into an unhappy stone statue of a bald man in a tupee, and the people right next to him look unamused. But the people who have even just a one person buffer are covering their entire faces to hide the body shaking laughter.
Also terrific is the part of the speech when Seth talks about how much Obama of today would love Obama of 2008. Obama at least can laugh and smile while being mocked. Though it's pretty clear, Obama's favorite joke is "Donald Trump say he has an excellent relationship with the blacks, but unless the Blacks are a family of white people, I bet he's mistaken."
Let's hope Seth Meyers and the other political satirists can keep Trump out of the running, because if he's elected JV and I have promised each other we'll move to Canada. So unless you want to visit us in Prince Edward Island, vote for anyone but Trump.
-av
Comedy has become a huge force in the political discussion, which is probably why Seth Meyers, Head Writer at SNL and host of Weekend Update, was asked to give a speech at this year's White House Correspondent's Dinner. The 20 minute speech has a lot of great jokes and insights about the current political landscape and the media that cover it.
But the best part is when he rips into Donald Trump's bid for Republican candidacy. The jokes are decent, but what's better are the quick cuts to the table Trump is sitting at. Trump looks like he's been turned into an unhappy stone statue of a bald man in a tupee, and the people right next to him look unamused. But the people who have even just a one person buffer are covering their entire faces to hide the body shaking laughter.
Also terrific is the part of the speech when Seth talks about how much Obama of today would love Obama of 2008. Obama at least can laugh and smile while being mocked. Though it's pretty clear, Obama's favorite joke is "Donald Trump say he has an excellent relationship with the blacks, but unless the Blacks are a family of white people, I bet he's mistaken."
Let's hope Seth Meyers and the other political satirists can keep Trump out of the running, because if he's elected JV and I have promised each other we'll move to Canada. So unless you want to visit us in Prince Edward Island, vote for anyone but Trump.
-av
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