Yesterday's House of Commons debate on a Speaker's conference raised many of the issues discussed recently by Trevor Phillips concerning the make-up of parliament and the under-representation of certain groups (as noted by Sunder Katwala). Without wishing to repeat myself, there is one comment from Harriet Harman that is particularly illuminating: There are issues of importance that our lack o
A graphical representation is more informative. It reveals maxima, minima, inflection points, or other significant features in data, which might be overlooked, in a tabular representation. The steps to be followed when preparing a satisfactory graph are summarized below.Select a good quality rectangular coordinate graph paper for ordinary purposes. The scale for independent variable should be plot
Sometimes you find the most interesting things in your "bag of tricks." It is wise that the seller not only prepare, but understand what problems with closings might erupt leaving their hard sought after deal dead in its tracks. For this reason I would like to share my problem checklist that keeps me busy every day. Since the transaction is not closed until you walk away from the closing table,
This is an interesting video, that shows different type of luxury car drivers. This is for a show called Meet The Beckers. I think the BMW driver is hillarious and the lexus driver is dead accurate....
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Attorney Karen Gregory Hines is a native of Baltimore, Maryland, who journeyed to Atlanta in 1983 to attend Spelman College. She graduated four years later with a B.A. Degree in Political Science. During her last year in college, she married Eric Hines, a Mortgage Broker from Warren, Ohio.
Attorney Hines always had dreams of becoming a [...]
Capital University Law School professor Dan Kobil is counsel of record for the petitioner in a case before the U.S. Supreme Court related to the exercise of clemency in the states. Harbison v. Bell addresses the issue of legal representation for individuals sentenced to death. More specifically, it ponders whether such persons should be allowed the services of federally-funded attorneys to assist
Many of my friends have tried creating their avatar from this site. Curious enough I made one for myself.I don't really think this looks like me... It's the closest thing I can make it look like the real me.What do you think?Thanks to Ate Iceah and Marky...
This is a really useful text for students trying to get to grips with urban studies. The authors give a challenging but accessible introduction to the ways in which urban theory has met with literary and cultural studies. The book then covers a refreshing range of cities and texts (nice to see more than the usual New York, London, LA) and often the familiar cities (like Paris, New York) are made d
Actress Katrina Kaif has replaced Aishwarya Rai Bachchan as the brand ambassador Gitanjali’s Nakshatra Diamond jewellery.Aishwarya Rai Bachchan has been endorsing the brand since 2004."I am delighted to be associated with a brand like Nakshatra that has garnered immense popularity not only in India but worldwide. I hope this association is amiable and mutually profitable," Kaif sai
by Dave MindemanMike McIntee, at the Uptake, has a phenomenal video expose regarding a paid staffer/consultant on the Kline campaign. The link to this video is:Kline Paid Consultant Disrupts Opponents' CampaignsAs the video story highlights, Diana Bratlie is a paid Kline consultant, staffer...what have you. And she is actively engaged in his campaign but never identifying herself, as being paid
There is the following opening in my group. Please apply. If you do not want to apply, then please distribute.Many thanks -- Steffen Hoelldobler----------------------------------------------------------JOB OPPORTUNITYat the Knowledge Representation and Reasoning Group headed by Prof. Hölldobler at the Faculty of Computer Science of the Technische Universität Dresden, Germany.The group (www.wv.
Cece Feinberg Public Relations, an established firm specializing in fashion and luxury goods with offices in New York and Miami, is pleased to announce the addition of two new clients to its roster, the new fragrance collection from Ed Hardy by Christian Audigier, and Vitamin A swimwear.
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The Centre for Policy Studies' Daily Blog asks whether MPs should be expected to act as delegates of their constituents rather than representatives:Davis resigned in order to provoke a by-election, thus enabling him to put a clear choice before the people of Haltemprice and Howden - 42 days detention, yes or no. So what? Well, by provoking the by-election Davis has implicitly reminded us that th
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Fantasy basketball is all about lists: the top 20 point guards, the top 10 rookies, the 99 reasons why I hate Bonzi Wells. The game is driven by stats and these stats give us ample opportunity to calculate, sort, rank, and evaluate players in pretty much any way that we can think of, such as [...]
Instead of the drunken shenanigans we usually chronicle, we thought we'd offer up a change of pace this morning. Since our book, The Man Who Scared a Shark to Death and Other True Tales of Drunken Debauchery came out, we've dealt with various people asking us about the process of landing an agent. Hence, we thought we'd offer a few insights and share them here.Finding the right literary agent can
Buying a new home in Phoenix? Consider using an agent.You have decided to buy a new home. Will you benefit from hiring an REALTOR to represent your interests? Should you use a REALTOR to buy a new home?I believe you will benefit does, but it depends. You can only gain by having representation, someone on your side to look after your interest. First of all it cost you nothin
Just wanted to point a small amazing fact I came across the other week. When working with Michael on something technical I became aware of the simple fact that since beginning of 2005 Michael Turton has written over 2800 posts and has over 10000 comments on his blog averaging over two posts a day - [...]
For some reason, a lot of women don't believe that this actually happens. Well now there is proof, as graphs can not be disproved. The only exceptions to this rule are sporting events or situations in which heavy consumption of alcohol is involved.If you have any great ideas for a graph, you should stop being a lazy piece of shit and make one and send it to me....as long as it's going to be funn
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Holmes and Watson would watch Dr. Moriarty waiting for signs or communications that hinted at his whereabouts and evil doings. I have the “Mystery Caller” who has become a voice in the wilderness that is the Ed Okun case. The following assertions were made by the Miami mystery caller. I have no way of verifying [...]
For many years those who oppose the first-past-the post system as serving the interest of political parties have suggested that proportional representation is better. But this “solution” does not solve the main problem that representation remains in the hands of political parties who resist a transparent representation of the people of the country. The issue [...]
Rivals.com is kind enough to have a page listing all of this year’s the high school basketball champions in every class in every state. It’s an extremely nice feature, but it has one problem. Nowhere is there a mention of the Washington D.C. City champions.
Those champions are the Gonzaga Purple Eagles. [...]
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I have watched Celebrity Rehab and I have to tell you that it is like a citcom. The fact that these people in Celebrity Rehab downplays the real importance of a drug addiction rehab. It is as if drug addiction rehab is not important as the major of element is automatically breached, as well as, it looks like the celebrities on Celebrity Rehab are acting.
I saw one actor on a talk show recently and he tried to describe celebrities as different, especially regarding their access to drugs and less than desireable people. It show just how little they or he is getting out of drug addiction rehab. Their access to drugs is no greater than a physician or pharmacist and the illicit individuals they speak of are no worse than a heroin addict meets on the street every day.
In my opinion, Celebrity
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The original thought for this post has developed to the point that I think in the interests of brevity, it will be necessary to break it up into two, possibly three, posts.
The first part will cover the very basic issue of what types of broker representation are available to buyers and sellers of homes, land and other real estate in the state of Georgia.
Generally buyers and sellers fall into
According to a fox news report, retired Brigadier General Kerr (a member of the a Hillary Clinton steering committee for homosexual rights) was not the only one to quiz GOP presidential while having an undisclosed connection to the campaigns of Democratic presidential hopefuls. (READ RELATED KERR STORY)Ted Faturos, 20, a student at University of California, San Diego, asked a question about corn subsidies. It turns out the urban studies and planning major also worked as an intern for Democratic Rep. Jane Harman.A woman who identified herself as Journey from Texas asked the candidates about whether they would prosecute women and doctors if abortion were made illegal and the practice continued. After the debate, she promptly posted a YouTube video wearing a John Edwards '08 T-shirt.Leeann Anderson, asked about the danger of lead toys from China. Anderson, an activist on the issue, is reportedly an assistant to Leo Gerard, president of the United Steelworkers of America. The union endors
Taxes are a part of legislation without representation. Unless a majority of citizens were for these taxes, they were approved by legislators who weren't representing the interests of the people. As to looking for ways to get around the system, it is sad that this is happening. Maybe if we all work together to fix the system, we will have a system where there is no need to find ways around it.
I still see taxation without representation happening, how were they able to raise our sales tax by 1%? I don't understand how that happened, everyone I talk to about it is not happy about it at all. We are taxed over and over, payroll tax, property tax,capitol gains tax,inheritance tax,sales tax...over and over. If your a small business owner, it gets even worse with all the fee's and insurance requirements. It's no wonder people are always looking for ways to get "around" the system.
Kristen, you are correct, it is almost impossible to find someone who wants to make a difference. Even worse than no one being shocked is when we re-elect those involved in the scandals.
How long do you think it's been since our representatives HAVE done their jobs? I was raised to believe that my vote counts and that you have to stand up for what's right. It's hard not to throw in the towel because it's almost impossible to find someone who really wants to make a difference for the people! Everytime you turn around another senator or congressman is being accused of something. Is it possible that we have just become numb to it? I mean, no one even seems to be shocked anymore when the latest scandal breaks! That's what I think is the real shame.
Of late, I have had a huge number of emails asking me what I think of this particular law firm. As the premier law firm that advises doctors, it has failed miserably. Infact, in 1998 it failed me. They though know about their flawed representation and the fact that it has taken me nearly a decade to clean up their mess. They have nothing to say in this matter because they got their money from the MPS and I got nothing. The fact though is this, when I was a junior doctor - editing a controversial website wasn't on my agenda and infact it was the last thing on my mind. Sadly, we were forced to write about all our experiences to assist others who find themselves in exactly the same predicament. My previous solicitor in the libel case ( R Pal v GMC) told me that litigation is often mistaken as justice. I suppose like medicine it has its flaws - it can only go so far. Since 1999, I have had some good luck with solicitors - in that 3 of them have represented me well. The others haven't but
Author: Heiner BielefeldtPaperback: 216 pagesPublisher: Cambridge University Press (June 2003)Language: EnglishISBN: 0521818133(R)Symbolic representation fulfills a crucial function in Kant's practical philosophy because it serves to mediate between the unconditionality of the categorical imperative and the inescapable finiteness of the human being. Heiner Bielefeldt offers a unique perspective on how various facets of Kant's philosophy cohere in this study. He demonstrates how the nature of symbolic representation plays out across all areas of practical philosophy--moral philosophy, legal philosophy, philosophy of history and philosophy of religion. Zip Password: T0sT@rN@
Hunters need to band together and vote these Whack jobs out of office!This is what was on Representative Jay Inslee's webpage!"In the last 10 years, over 800 polar bears have been killed by hunters to decorate American homes. U.S. Reps. Jay Inslee (D-Wash.) and Frank A. LoBiondo (R-N.J.) filed legislation in the House that would end the practice and help stop the decline of the iconic marine mammal, now threatened by global warming. A companion measure is expected to be introduced today in the Senate by U.S. Sen. John Kerry (D-Mass.)."I am so glad this was defeated on the floor yesterday! I cannot understand the ignorance that must be present in a mans head to believe that hunters go hunting so that they can decorate their homes! With that little bit of ignorance alone should give most voters all of the knowledge they need to choose another candidate.Lets do the math, 80 polar bears per year for 10 years and close to $4,000,000 in tag fees that go to native tribes in Nunavut. Milli
How do we re-present things in our mind? We do so primarily by seeing pictures (Visual), playing sounds (auditory) talking to ourselves through an internal voice (auditory digital).
Have you ever wondered how some people can jump out of bed feeling excited and energized every morning?
One thing is for certain, they run a very different program [...]
The 2006 mid-term elections were hailed as an ushering in of a new era turned against the Bush administration and politics as usual, and statistically speaking, the 110th Congress is the most diverse in US history. Yet there remains a serious disparity between the demographics of the United States population and the demographics in the Congress, which will be explored below.Over RepresentationMales - As of the 2006 congress, 83.7% of the Congress is male, while the percentage of males of the voting age population (18 plus) is only 48.4. If this is further evaluated to include the over-representation of white males, the figure is even more staggering: 36.3% of the voting age population are white males, yet there are 79 White Male senators making up the Senate (79%).Older age groups (55 and older) - The average male and female age in the United States is 35.9 and 38.4 respectively compared to the average age of Congresspeople at 56 years old -- 55 in the House of Representatives and 6
Symbols, texts, iconic personages, and rituals are the architecture, the geometry, the symbolic worldly aspect, the formalized representation of metaphysical realities and of the human connection to these realities. For Muslims, the Prophet is the human representation of the writing of the Divine pen. He is the one on whose heart God wrote His revelation [...]
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Demos (The Centre for Democracy and Human Rights Studies) national expert survey in 2003-2004 on the challenges of Indonesia's democracy identified four major problems. First, that several years of important civil and political freedoms, elections, and crafting of institutions had not yet generated operational tools to facilitate the rule of law, equal access to justice, basic social and economic rights, and representative and accountable government. Second, that the most fundamental problem was not bad governance and socio-economic inequalities but poor popular control of public affairs through trustworthy representation -- that is, if one prefers to fight corruption and exploitation in a democratic way. Third, that the major reason for the poor representation, in turn, was the monopolization of the economy and organized politics by wider and more localized but still dominant elite groups. Fourth, that the main problem of fighting this was that the democracy movement remains fra
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No one is more in favor of the District of Columbia receiving full representation in Congress than me. However, this scheme by Tom Davis to give the nation's capital a vote in the House of Representatives together with an additional seat for the state of Utah is unconstitutional. But don't take my word for it. Here's the opinion of GWU law professor Jonathan Turley, who except for my friends at the Cato Institute, is probably the most knowledgeable person around regarding our founding docuement: "I truly believe this is a dead letter as soon as it arrives to court," he said. "And if the legislation was struck down after a lengthy court fight," he said, "it could jeopardize any laws that had been passed in the meantime in which the D.C. or Utah votes were critical."This bill is simply Tom Davis up to his old tricks. Mr. Turley continues: "The District was created openly, expressly to be a non-state," Turley said, calling the bill "the most premeditated unconstitutional act of Congres
Barely mentioned by the mainstream media is that Stephen Harper's Senate "consultation" bill would "nominate" Senators via a single transferable vote (STV) electoral system, rather than by a first-past-the-post (or "plurality") system.What does this mean? That the Liberal Party of Canada is the only federal party (excluding the Bloc) not to be promoting at least some form of proportional representation - arguably the most important aspect of democratic reform. Even Stephen Harper's neo-conservative ideologues have awoken to the benefits of PR.I won't give Harper too much credit, mind you - for he is not promoting STV for the House of Commons elections, but merely for the Senate "consultations" that he is proposing. Additionally, seeing as there will be relatively few seats up for grabs in a Senate "consultation", it is likely that each vacant Senate seat's "consultation" will be fully independent from other vacant seats - so, in practice, the proposed system may be more like plu
The FX Networks’ new show “Dirt” will premier sometime in January 2007 and is about a female editor of two tabloid magazines. The network advertises this new show with a series of flashy commercials and a catchy song. Obviously, the title of the show “Dirt” correlates to the dirt these magazines compile about the lives of celebrities. However, the advertisements lend themselves to feminist interpretation because this “dirt” occurs only in conjunction with the female body. Any feminist interpretation can easily supplant the notion that the representation of women and dirt in these commercials exist only to illustrate the connection between the female editor and the dirt she dispenses to the masses. Coincidentally the metaphor women are dirt is a very old idea and one embedded in the discourse of popular culture and evident in these commercials. Eleven different commercials for “Dirt” currently air on the FX channel and all, except one, are available on the FX Networ
Check out my friend Dee's website.Dee is an absolutely gorgeous woman from the Philippines who is also a transsexual and an activist in her country. She recently represented the Philippines in the Gay Games in Chicago and the Out Games in Montreal and it sounds like her visit was an empowering event for her. She was invited to appear at a press conference where she spoke on behalf of the transsexual women's plight to be counted as women first, and the struggles we have to go through just because we are transsexuals.Here is an excerpt from an article Dee was interviewed for.Dee sees the Gay Games as a way of redefining herself more simply, in spite of how others perceive her. "Transsexual comes after my being a woman, so that should be my main experience," she said, "then a woman of color." But these are all unnecessary categories, she sighed. "It should just end at woman."I think Dee did a wonderful, and dignified job representing women like us as women first, and we should thank h
The Rumour of Calcutta: Tourism, Charity and the Poverty of Representation: John Hutnyk
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