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Bloody brawl breaks out on Ryanair flight over woman 'not wearing her shoes'
Adam Frisk GlobalNews.ca
ABOVE: Bloody fight breaks out between passengers on Ryanair flight
A bloody fight between two male passengers broke out on a Ryanair flight over a female passenger “not wearing her shoes on the flight going to the toilet.”
The melee broke out Saturday on a flight from Glasgow to Tenerife, Spain, where video shows two men fighting in the aisle of the aircraft while flight attendants try to separate the pair.
Video shows the two men exchanging punches while a female flight attendant tries to break up the brawl. A passenger who recorded some of the fight told the British Press Association the fisticuffs resulted from the woman’s lack of footwear.
READ MORE: Passengers shocked to learn they flew on Boeing 737 Max 8 to Winnipeg
“A very drunk man pulled her up about it, saying that someone would stand on her toes, then the woman’s boyfriend stepped in and tried to defuse the situation,” Ben Wardrop told the news agency. “Once the plane landed and more alcohol was consumed the man and the woman’s boyfriend started arguing, both being very drunk. They started to fight, and the man in the video with lots of blood was trying to get the man to calm down and he got hit on the nose.”
A Ryanair spokesperson confirmed police were called when the flight landed at Tenerife, and two men were detained as a result of the incident.
READ MORE: How the Boeing 737 MAX 8 involved in the Ethiopian Airlines crash is different from older 737s
“The crew of this flight from Glasgow Prestwick to Tenerife requested police assistance upon arrival after two passengers became disruptive in-flight,” the spokesperson said in a statement. “We will not tolerate unruly or disruptive behaviour at any time and the safety and comfort of our customers, crew and aircraft is our number one priority.”
It’s unclear if any charges are pending against the two men.
© 2019 Global News, a division of Corus Entertainment Inc.
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POLICY BRIEF: SOUTHEAST ASIA’S STRUGGLE AGAINST THE PLASTIC WASTE TRADE
Wednesday | June 19, 2019
As leaders from the 10 countries that make up the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) prepare to meet in Bangkok for the 34th ASEAN Summit this June, it is perhaps surprising to note that the issue of plastic waste imports does not currently feature on the three-day agenda. Indeed, the last year has seen many of these nations, notably Malaysia, Philippines and Thailand, leading a growing push back against a deluge of unwanted and toxic shipments of waste from the developed world since China’s decision to ban imports. And it’s easy to see why by just looking at the statistics. Between 2016 and 2018, the ASEAN region saw plastic waste imports grow by a staggering 171%, from 836,529 tonnes to 2,265,962 tonnes. That’s equivalent to around 423,544 20-foot shipping containers.
Making matters worse, much of it is mislabeled as ‘recyclable’ even though the shipments constitute hundreds of thousands of tonnes of contaminated plastic and other mixed wastes from developed countries that cannot be processed. Some of these imports are illegally shipped into the region, leaving receiving nations with no real capacity to deal with such waste grappling with the magnitude of the mess.
Since the spike in imports, countries have taken measures to counter the growing tide of imports. In recent months, both Malaysia and the Philippines have very publicly sent back waste shipments to their country of origin. Thailand has announced its intention to ban plastic waste imports by 2021. Malaysia has stopped issuing new permits for importing plastic waste. Vietnam has also stopped issuing new licenses for the import of waste and has overseen a crackdown on illegal shipments as thousands of containers of paper, plastic and metal scrap build up at the country’s ports, raising concerns about environmental impacts.
But these unilateral measures cannot be the answer to this global waste crisis. Evidence suggests that as countries enact bans and contingency policies, they only help to move the problem elsewhere as importers seek out areas where regulations and restrictions are weaker. They also do not address a deeper underlying issue: how single-use disposable plastic is the greatest obstacle to sound waste and resource management, both within the ASEAN region and globally.
In a policy brief for ASEAN 2017, Greenpeace Southeast Asia called for a ban on single-use plastics, and urged leaders to regulate plastic use and production at source. However, progress has been slow and these issues remain to be addressed if this crisis is to be averted.
Greenpeace Southeast Asia and other environmental groups have documented evidence in the last year, highlighting the significant risk this waste poses to local environments and those living nearby as unspoiled areas are turned into toxic dumpsites overnight.
Therefore, Greenpeace Southeast Asia demands that ASEAN leaders put this issue on the agenda during their summits this year and make a united declaration to address the region’s plastic waste crisis. Greenpeace recommends a three-point strategy for ASEAN member states to adopt as they urgently work towards a ‘Single-use Plastic-Free World’.
Declare an immediate ban on all imports of plastic waste, even those meant for “recycling,” and ensure all ASEAN countries ratify the Basel Ban Amendment.
Establish a holistic regional policy geared toward massively reducing the production of single-use plastic packaging and products, and facilitating innovation on reusable packaging and alternative delivery systems; and
Advance a sustainable and ethical circular economy framework, grounded on zero waste approaches, that protects human health and the environment, and enables the ASEAN region to decouple growth from excessive resource extraction, production, consumption and wastage.
COMMUNITY RIGHTS ADVOCATES CHALLENGE TO ASEAN LEADERS: END THE TOXIC TRADE IN PLASTICS AND E-WASTE
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The scenic Duba underground river and cave in Barangay San Miguel, Baggao town in Cagayan will be the launching venue of an ambitious reforestation project of the municipal government in September this year. ...
CAGAYAN TOWN TO LAUNCH REFORESTATION PROJECT IN UNDERGROUND RIVER
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TUGUEGARAO CITY -- The scenic Duba underground river and cave in Barangay San Miguel, Baggao town in Cagayan will be the launching venue of an ambitious reforestation project of the municipal government in September this year. Baggao Mayor Joan Dunuan said the venue is a fitting site for the three-
“We’ll see how to have inclusive conservation.” - Sam Pedragosa ...
DENR SEEKS TO INSTITUTIONALIZE IPS INVOLVEMENT IN CONSERVATION
MANILA – The Department of Environment and natural Resources (DENR), as well as other concerned agencies and stakeholders, will look into how to institutionalize the involvement of Philippine indigenous peoples (IPs) in conservation efforts nationwide. IPs are knowledgeable about territories they
Plastic pollution has been identified as one of the reasons why fish supply is dwindling in the ocean. ...
VILLAR URGES FISH FARMERS TO TAKE PART IN SOLVING PLASTIC POLLUTION
Sen. Cynthia Villar urged aquaculture practitioners and fish farmers to take part in solving plastic pollution in the country's bodies of water, which continues to threaten our fish supply. As 32 fish farmers coming from Calabarzon, Occidental Mindoro, Oriental Mindoro, Marinduque, Albay, Catandu
Dr. Tahir Sulaik, chief of the Integrated Provincial Health Office (IPHO) – Maguindanao, said nine of the province’s 36 towns registered high number of dengue cases where most victims are students in schools. bit.ly/2xCEfgT ...
DENGUE CLAIMS 9 LIVES IN MAGUINDANAO IN 1ST HALF OF 2019
COTABATO CITY -- At least nine persons in Maguindanao died from the mosquito-borne dengue virus in the last six months of the year, with the number of dengue patients increasing by some 60 percent compared to the same period last year, health officials said. Dr. Tahir Sulaik, chief of the Integra
Gilas Pilipinas Youth finished its stint in the FIBA U19 World Cup in 14th place. ...
GILAS YOUTH SETTLES FOR 14TH PLACE IN FIBA U19 WC
MANILA -- Gilas Pilipinas Youth finished its stint in the FIBA U19 World Cup in 14th place. This, after the team lost to New Zealand, 70-76, in the battle for 13th place at the Heraklion University Hall on Sunday. New Zealand held Gilas Youth without a field goal in the last 5:33 of the game while
He said he will never do a “Joma”, referring to the CPP founding chairperson Jose Maria Sison who fled to The Netherlands after peace talks failed in 1987. ...
I’M NO COWARD LIKE JOMA, TRIBAL LEADER SAYS
NO COWARD. Datu Ramon Bayaan, Obu Manuvu tribe leader from Arakan, North Cotabato, says Joma is a coward for abandoning his Motherland and comrades when he fled to The Netherlands after the failed peace talks in 1987. He told Filipino reporters at the Philippine Consulate General in Chicago, Illinoi
Sinarimbo said the DILG Secretary also ordered the institutional arrangement for the DILG programs being implemented in Regions 9, 10, and 12. ...
COTABATO CITY, 63 VILLAGES PLACED UNDER BARMM
DILG VISIT. Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) Chief Minister Murad Ebrahim (left) and Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) Secretary Eduardo Año during the visit of BARMM officials to the DILG central office on Monday (July 8, 2019). In the same meeting, Año...
Soldiers belonging to the Army's 49th Infantry Battalion (49IB) unveiled Monday a newly-repaired classroom for more than 40 kindergarten pupils in Barangay Ragayan here. ...
ARMY REPAIRS CLASSROOM IN CONFLICT-AFFECTED LANAO SUR TOWN
BUTIG, Lanao del Sur -- Soldiers belonging to the Army's 49th Infantry Battalion (49IB) unveiled Monday a newly-repaired classroom for more than 40 kindergarten pupils in Barangay Ragayan here. Lt. Col. Edgar Allan Villanueva, 49IB commander, said they started the renovation last month after seei
The Japanese government, through its Embassy of Japan in the Philippines, will be staging two education fairs in Davao and Manila this month for those who seek to study in the land of the rising run. ...
JAPAN EDUCATION FAIR SET IN DAVAO, MANILA
MANILA – The Japanese government, through its Embassy of Japan in the Philippines, will be staging two education fairs in Davao and Manila this month for those who seek to study in the land of the rising run. The fair will be held in Davao on July 27, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., at the Ballroom Level ...
Iloilo Governor Arthur Defensor Jr. has said health personnel "can manage" the present situation in 12 district hospitals after the province was placed under a dengue outbreak on Friday. ...
ILOILO GUV SAYS DENGUE OUTBREAK ‘MANAGEABLE’
DENGUE MANPOWER. Iloilo Governor Arthur Defensor Jr. on Monday (July 8, 2019) says health personnel in 12 district hospitals 'can manage' dengue cases in the province. Based on Monday's data of the Hospital Management Office, the province has 165 doctors and 696 nurses to attend to 1,984 patients --
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Home » May 2018 Kids’ Picks
It was tough to narrow things down this month, but here’s my list of 10 interesting books coming out in May!
Prince & Knight by Daniel Haack (out now)
A prince and a knight in shining armor find true love in each other’s embrace after fighting a dragon together.
All Summer Long by Hope Larson (out now)
Thirteen-year-old Bina faces her first summer without her best friend, Austin, who has left for soccer camp.
Perfectly Norman by Tom Percival (out now)
Norman is thrilled to discover he grew a pair of wings overnight, but his excitement turns to doubt when he realizes he is now different from everyone else, causing him to question whether there is such thing as perfectly normal.
National Geographic Kids Almanac 2019 (out May 8th)
Provides the latest information on a wide range of topics, including animals, culture, geography, the environment, history, and science
The Memory of Forgotten Things by Kat Zhang (out May 15th)
Twelve-year-old Sophia has never told anyone about her unusual memories–snapshots of a past that never happened. She becomes convinced that the upcoming solar eclipse will grant her the opportunity to make her alternate life come true, to enter a world where her mother never died. With the help of two misfit boys, she must figure out a way to bring her mother back to her–before the opportunity is lost forever.
Stinkiest! 20 Smelly Animals by Steve Jenkins (out May 22nd)
Through illustrations, infographics, facts, and figures, readers will see how big each animal is compared to humans, where it lives on the globe, and just how putrid it can be!
Julian is a Mermaid by Jessica Love (out May 22nd)
While riding the subway home from the pool with his abuela one day, Julián notices three women spectacularly dressed up. Their hair billows in brilliant hues, their dresses end in fishtails, and their joy fills the train car. When Julián gets home, daydreaming of the magic he’s seen, all he can think about is dressing up just like the ladies in his own fabulous mermaid costume: a butter-yellow curtain for his tail, the fronds of a potted fern for his headdress. But what will Abuela think about the mess he makes — and even more importantly, what will she think about how Julián sees himself?
Play This Book by Jessica Young (out May 22nd)
Illustrations and simple, rhyming text invite the reader to try various instruments and join a band.
Annie’s Life in Lists by Kristin Mahoney (out May 29th)
Fifth-grader Annie writes lists to keep track of changes in her life when her family moves from Brooklyn to the small town of Clover Gap.
Front Desk by Kelly Yang (out May 29th)
Recent immigrants from China and desperate for work and money, ten-year-old Mia Tang’s parents take a job managing a rundown motel in Southern California, even though the owner, Mr. Yao is a nasty skinflint who exploits them; while her mother (who was an engineer in China) does the cleaning, Mia works the front desk and tries to cope with demanding customers and other recent immigrants–not to mention being only one of two Chinese in her fifth grade class, the other being Mr. Yao’s son, Jason.
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[close] Firefox users we wanted to take the opportunity to let you know that Mozilla, the company that makes Firefox, recently forced its CEO to resign because he donated $1,000 to a pro-family political group 5 years ago. Apparently Mozilla is intolerant of anyone who disagrees with their liberal view of politics regarding 'same-sex marriage'. To read more please visit WhyFirefoxIsBlocked.com. (We aren't blocking Firefox, but we feel it is important to let you know what's going on.)
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Founded in December of 2012 when the Maximus Group owners closed the company, Little Flower Strategies quickly established itself as a leader in the Catholic market. Offering a full suite of services from web design to traditional public relations, the boutique consulting firm has achieved major results for its clients in just a short time. With a dedicated band of young but seasoned professionals, Little Flower Strategies delivers new marketing techniques for the New Evangelization. The 'Little Flower' signals our esteem for St. Thérèse.
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“The splendor of the rose and the whiteness of the lily do not rob the little violet of its scent nor the daisy of its simple charm.” “If a little flower could speak, it seems to me that it would tell us quite simply all that God has done for it, without hiding any of its gifts. It would not, under the pretext of humility, say that it was not pretty, or that it had not a sweet scent, that the sun had withered its petals, or the storm bruised its stem, if it knew that such were not the case.” ― Story of a Soul: The Autobiography of St. Thérèse of Lisieux
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Modern Day Loaves & Fishes: Putting the ‘Fun’ in Crowd-Funding
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Sometimes it feels like organizing a successful crowd-funding campaign might require just as big a miracle as the multiplication of the loaves and fishes…
It seems a new crowd-funding campaign (CFC) is launching every minute, and whether it’s Kickstarter, IndieGoGo or another mechanism, a new CFS platform is popping up to help you solicit and organize online giving as often as a campaign. It’s safe to say, the crowd-funding craze is here to stay—at least for 2013. That can put pressure on your organization to launch one already! After all, it must be really, really easy if everyone is doing it.
Now that a host of producers, entrepreneurs and projects have successfully kick-started their project into first gear, the big question for you is “Where do I begin?”
First, some background: Crowd-Funding is the implementation of an online social platform to generate revenue for projects through digital solicitation. Given the popularity and success of thousands of startup campaigns and the availability to reach large audiences at low cost through social platforms, there’s never been a better time to engage in a crowd-funding campaign for your project. What’s the catch? You could fail miserably, which might not only demoralize you, but dampen the credibility or viability of your project or organization. After all, it’s terrific and laudable to see this type of campaign succeed, but it’s tough to see it fail—especially since everyone else seems to be succeeding so readily.
So, how do you make sure you’re set up for success?
Forbes notes key strategies for success:
Allocate enough time and resources: successfully completing a crowd-funding campaign is not magic. It takes drive, research and a healthy amount of time.
Keep expectations realistic: Sort through your networks and tally up likely backers. Assume each will give $20-$25 and drop that by 10-15%.
Market the campaign well: Create a video people can watch so they can share your dream
Implement a plan: Manage expectations by creating benchmarks. Identify specific dates and goals and map out different ways to arrive there. Include several scenarios.
Stay interactive with your audience: Your contributors are sharing and funding your dream, so they deserve your gratitude. Say thank you often and go out of your way to show your appreciation for them.
Putting the Success in Crowd-Funding: A Case Study
Creatively combining organic & boosted posts can increase your audience.
Crowd-Funding can be tremendously successful for projects with very niche audiences as well, as evidenced with our recent collaboration on the film, The Triumph.
The Triumph is a powerful new documentary by award-winning filmmaker Sean Bloomfield, director of If Only We Had Listened with Immaculée Ilibagiza and Producer Zaid Jazrawi.
The Triumph was produced on a shoestring budget and the team needed an infusion of funds to bring this film to as wide an audience as possible.
Additionally, because of the controversial nature of the alleged apparitions of Medjugorje, it was difficult to go to traditional funding sources since the Church has yet to approve these apparitions, purportedly taking place now for more than 30 years (the Church never approves an apparition until that apparition ceases and in many cases, such an approval takes years after the event).
In order to fulfill their vision, the team set an ambitious goal of $50,000 through IndieGogo, recognizing that, unlike Kickstarter, all donations could be received even if the full goal wasn’t realized.
The story is suspenseful as the campaign lasted 45 days but only hit its half-way mark two weeks before the deadline. What we learned in driving traffic to the campaign is a lesson that should resonate with every organizer of a crowd-funding campaign: Digital Fundraising is the same as Traditional Fundraising.
In addition to creativity and vision, a successful development campaign must demonstrate urgency, specificity and viability in a compelling and consistent way. In the Information Age, a successful campaign—crowd-funding or otherwise—must also be clever, nimble and cut through the clutter of online ads, e-mails, tweets and the everyday distractions of family, friends and finances. Finally, the campaign should begin with a base and set its expectations from a realistic estimation of the capability of that base.
And it did. With just a few days left, The Triumph crowd-sourced over $50,000 in capital ahead of its goal and eclipsed the $55K mark with minutes left on the clock. By growing an online community of support using promotions, a combination of boosted posts (because we’re not convinced Facebook ads work and we’re not alone) and organic growth on social media, The Triumph…well…triumphed! But there was a lot of blood, sweat and tears behind the scenes as well as a dedicated group who essentially worked as full-time development professionals for an entire month.
It’s easy to get as overwhelmed as the Apostles were when they wanted Jesus to send the crowd away. But through their willingness to place their faith in Him, they fed a crowd of 5,000+. Almost makes it seem like raising $5K through a well-planned CFC isn’t so hard after all…it might even be fun.
Looking for some more information on Crowd-Funding and Online Fundraising?
One common question is Does SEM help the cause? Google AdWords doesn’t allow for the solicitation of funds unless your project is tax-exempt. However, driving traffic to your site with an effective landing page can supplement your entire method of solicitation. Utilize your crowd-funding widgets to show that other people are contributing and that’s an effective way to reach a wider audience.
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Feel free to call, e-mail or tweet with your queries. We’re happy to chat and want to know what the next big thing is—that could be your apostolate, film project or faith-inspired idea that will change the world.
Little Flower Strategies is New Marketing for the New Evangelization and our team has extensive development and (award winning) digital media experience. That’s a powerful combination and we want it to work for you and Him!
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Caleb Grill picks Iowa State
Abby McCoy, Co-editor-in-chief|May 7, 2019
Senior Caleb Grill commits to Iowa State after re-opening his recruitment. Grill was originally committed to SDSU.
Senior Caleb Grill officially announced Iowa State as his new home.
“It was the best all-around fit for me,” Grill said this morning. “With all the things I was looking for in a school, they were a little better in every category.”
Grill re-opened his recruiting in March after South Dakota State released him from his letter of intent following coach T.J. Otzelberger’s departure to UNLV.
“I feel relieved,” said Grill, who just moved up to No. 145 in Rivals’ Class of 2019 prospect list. “It was tough making a decision that fast — but I feel confident in my decision.”
Grill originally committed to SDSU last summer and signed a letter of intent in November.
He said he had three great options available: UNLV, K-State and Iowa State. Grill took official visits to all three, in addition to an unofficial visit to Creighton. He said he wanted to make a decision before the signing period ends May 15 so he can enroll for the summer.
Iowa State finished the 2018-19 season with a 23-12 record. The Cyclones were 9-9 in the Big 12 but won the tournament, defeating Kansas 78-66 in the championship game.The Cyclones lost in the first round of the NCAA Tournament, falling to Ohio State.
“I’ve always had confidence I could play at a higher level,” Grill said. “And with re-opening, I had more options to play at the highest level.
Grill said he thinks Iowa State’s fast style of play will suit him well. He also enjoyed the atmosphere on campus. Iowa State plays in Hilton Coliseum, which is considered to have one of the best atmospheres in college basketball. Iowa State is one of the biggest universities in the Big 12.
“I like that my family will be able to see me play,” Grill said. “And when I was on campus, I enjoyed the college town atmosphere.”
Grill said the relationship piece at Iowa State was there.
“I made a really great connection with coach [Steve] Prohm, his coaching staff and the players” Grill said.
Grill holds the Maize record for career scoring and led the basketball team this year to the best record in school history.
Grill plans to major in business or education.
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Charlie Franklin
Rooted in the language of materials, Charlie Franklin’s work breaches the borders between sculpture and painting. Often minimal, it focuses on the physicality of presence and absence through methods of mark making and erasure. With an interest in flatness and form, Franklin is attracted to materials that hold little structural integrity; things that are hollow or floppy such as cardboard boxes, swathes of canvas or sheets of tarpaulin. The skin surface of these core materials are transformed and become masked and misshapen as they are painted, collaged, gilded or wrapped. As layers are built up, the behaviour of colour is considered as it meets, mingles and sits together. The scale of her work varies, and often depends on the size of the original material she is working with. Franklin likes the ritual of taking something and changing it, which she views as a minor form of alchemy. Her work ultimately deals with this process, and the ways in which objects can hold power.
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Hey, tech CEOs: Fighting racism isn't just right, it's also good business
Image: siraanamwong / iStock / Getty Images Plus
By Brenda Darden Wilkerson 2018-02-02 16:00:10 UTC
This column is part of a series called "Voices of Women in Tech," created in collaboration with AnitaB.org, a global enterprise that supports women in technical fields, as well as the organizations that employ them and the academic institutions training the next generation.
Last fall, as the world reeled from Charlottesville's white supremacist protests and the killing of anti-racist protester Heather Heyer, we applauded companies like GoDaddy and AirBnB for canceling the accounts of racist organizers and instigators. We also called for companies to go a step further, to move beyond passive bans and blocks, and to move into active resistance against hate speech and racial injustice.
But here we are, six months later, and few tech leaders have taken up this call to arms. If they're waiting for an excuse beyond simple morality to rise up against hatred, here's some additional motivation that might get powerful executives moving: Taking a more active social stance can boost your company's bottom line.
SEE ALSO: The long, strange history of the backlash against women in tech
Studies show there's strong upside to corporate activism. According to the World Economic Forum, "consumers are demanding that industry leaders position themselves and their products as agents of positive change and growth in society." And the trend is growing, especially among demographics that are likely purchasers of technology products. One report finds that a clear majority of millennials — 56 percent — expect CEOs and other executives to step forward on social issues more than they have in the past, versus just 35 percent of baby boomers.
Even more surprisingly, one study showed 74 percent of consumers aged 18 to 36 who were previously aware of CEO activism have taken some action based on an executive’s stance. As the Washington Post remarked: "Combine those numbers with the neutral responses … and the edge clearly seems to be with taking the bet and wading in."
Have you watched the video from the #BlackTechMecca #Chicago #DreamTour? It was wonderful to see so many strong and powerful women speaking at this event, (including our CEO @BrendaDardenW.) https://t.co/6MrnAMuEcO #womenintech #diversityintech
— AnitaB.org (@AnitaB_org) January 31, 2018
Executive activism has also proven both highly effective in swaying political opinion, and a strong contributor to factors that influence employee sentiment.
"It's time for industry leaders to step out from behind the safety of open letters and move into the realm of true social justice."
Even more sobering is the realization that CEO silence could be detrimental to recruitment and retention. Research co-sponsored by Harvard Business Review and consulting firm The Energy Project shows that employees who don't feel connected to their employer's mission are 62 percent less likely to stay in their current job, and feel 45 percent less engaged with their work. In a world where companies are already struggling to hire and advance highly qualified technologists, it's easier to help prevent attrition than to fill a leaky labor pipeline.
An executive's actions against racism shouldn't begin and end with mild condemnations. Savvy business leaders can and should offer free or deeply discounted services to organizations that fight racism and discrimination. Most tech firms can find some way of contributing — remnant advertising inventory, complimentary subscriptions, in-kind donations of low-cost web-based services like analytics or hosting — that ultimately save nonprofit groups thousands of dollars a year, and allow them to funnel scarce resources into core programs.
The cost of goods for many tech services is small, and the investment in community goodwill can yield immeasurable results. It's time for industry leaders to step out from behind the safety of open letters and move into the realm of true social justice.
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Brenda Darden Wilkerson is an advocate for access, opportunity, and social justice for underrepresented communities in technology. She founded the original Computer Science for All program, building...More
Topics: Activism, big-tech-companies, diversity, diversity-and-inclusion, Silicon Valley, Social Good, Voices of Women in Tech, women in tech
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Girl Scout sells 300 boxes of cookies outside a California marijuana dispensary
This Girl Scout knows her customers well.
The young entrepreneur set up shop outside of Urbn Leaf, a recreational and medical marijuana dispensary in San Diego. According to local news outlet Fox 4, the girl sold more than 300 boxes in about six hours.
Urbn Leaf posted this photo on Instagram, encouraging its clientele to grab some "Girl Scout Cookies with your GSC." (GSC is a strain of weed named after girl scout cookies, and is known for its "sweet and earthy" flavor.)
A post shared by Urbn Leaf (@urbnleafca) on Feb 2, 2018 at 1:43pm PST
"I think our customers loved it," said Savannah Rakofsky, a representative for Urbn Leaf. "They went out and bought boxes."
According to Rakofsky, there was an "added value" to visiting the dispensary and getting the chance to buy Girl Scout cookies. Although it didn't necessarily bring in customers, it did drum up publicity for Urbn Leaf. Rakofsky posted the photo as she was leaving for her lunch break, and there were already news teams at the store when she came back.
Rakofsky also said there's a possibility of this becoming a trend.
"The funny thing is, after the news story ran, we had more Girl Scouts show up over the weekend," Rakofsky said.
Although Girl Scouts are only allowed to sell at "approved sites" — which doesn't include pot shops — this particular scout got around the rule by selling cookies from her wagon, and by moving up and down the sidewalk instead of staying in front of the store. Alison Bushan, a spokeswoman for Girl Scouts San Diego, told the San Diego Union-Tribune that this tactic was "gray area."
It wouldn't be the first time a Girl Scout racked in sales in front of a dispensary. In 2014, one savvy scout sold cookies outside of a San Francisco cannabis clinic. Girl Scouts of Northern California actually condoned it, because "the mom decided this was a place she was comfortable with her daughter being at."
SEE ALSO: A Savvy Girl Scout Is Selling Cookies at a Cannabis Clinic in San Francisco
Rakofsky said Urbn Leaf would be "totally open to" allowing Girl Scouts to sell cookies outside their storefronts regularly, if the organization allowed it. "We have no problem," she said. "But unfortunately that's not us, that's the Girl Scouts."
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Objects, Merlin's possessions, Magic,
Recurring Objects
Series 1 Objects
Sidhe Magic
Sidhe Staff
Type: A staff, made of wood, with a blue gem in its headpiece. Inscribed with words concerning life and death.
Place of origin: Lake of Avalon
Appearances: The Gates of Avalon
“They're magical beings! Look at the writing on the staff!”
— Merlin to Arthur[src]
The Sidhe Staff is a magical staff that is owned by Merlin and was once owned by the Sidhe.
Merlin has used the staff as a weapon, casting bolts of deadly magic. It was originally owned by Sophia, a young Sidhe who, along with her father, tried to enchant Arthur in order that she might regain eternal life in Avalon by sacrificing him. Merlin defeated Aulfric and Sophia by using her discarded staff. Later he kept it under his bed, along with Gaius' grimoire (The Gates of Avalon).
Merlin attacks Tauren.
When the sorcerer Tauren plotted to kill Uther Pendragon, Merlin used the staff once again to defeat the other members of the plot. He killed or maybe just incapacitated two sorcerers. When he tried to hit Tauren with a bolt of energy, the sorcerer used the Mage Stone to deflect the spell back on him. Being a powerful creature of the Old Religion, Merlin again survived the staff's power (To Kill the King).
Aulfric summons the Sidhe with the Sidhe staff.
When Merlin discovered a plot to turn Princess Elena, who was arranged to be married to Arthur, into a Sidhe queen, the Pixie Grunhilda informed the Sidhe elder. The Sidhe Elder tried to kill Merlin in his sleep using his own staff, but he was able to destroy him with the Sidhe staff. Before he could kill him he missed a few times and knocked over Gaius's shelf of potions and test tubes. Later Gaius used a tonic to get the Sidhe out of Elena. Merlin then used the staff to kill Grunhilda, although it again took several shots to finish her off. He finally used it to kill the Sidhe that came out of Elena (The Changeling).
The Sidhe staff is a wooden staff with a large blue crystal on the top of it. The staff has engraved writing all around it, and a brown strap tied around it.
The staffs are inscribed with Oghams, an ancient form of language used by Celtic people in the Old Religion. The inscriptions of the staff concern life and death, as that is the nature of the Sidhe's greatest magic. The writing on the staff was: "Abas ocus bithe duthected bithlane", which translated by Gaius says: "To hold life and death in your hands".
It is possible that the staff's magical bolts only kill the Sidhe and non-magical beings as seen when Aulfric killed the bandit (The Gates of Avalon), while they just hurt or incapacitate other magical beings although it's possible Merlin survived the attack due to his powerful magic.
The writings on Aulfric's staff.
Merlin uses the Sidhe staff.
When a Sidhe is hit by a staff's power, it explodes.
Merlin kills Sophia.
Aulfric
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Should not we increase the minimum reputation requirement to review suggested edit?
I often fall in such types of embarrassing situations. It thought to write it before, but did not write for my laziness.
However, all of you know that, a new user, with reputation point 1, can review suggested edits of his own question.
But most of these new users do not know that when a suggested edit should accept and when should reject.
Yesterday, I have suggested this edit, but the user rejected it though a user approved it getting from the review queue. I know there still have some scopes to edit this to make the question better, but I concentrated on showing the image as the user has not enough reputation to add image.
In my guess, the user was a little bit angry because of getting downvotes from the community and that's why he rejected it (see his comment) or he completely does not know what he has done.
Most probably the user does not know what is suggested edit. Because, he chosed Reject and Edit and added another information.
So, I strongly want to raise my hand to increase the minimum reputation requirement to review suggested edit. It could be 15 or it could be 50 whatever you want.
I know it is difficult to add the feature, because some issues would come like:
If the author wants to edit his question when a suggested edit is in the review queue, then what action should be performed?
But you know these issues are minor and could be solved easily.
discussion feature-request suggested-edits
Enamul HassanEnamul Hassan
Even if he can't review them, he'll still be able to rollback the change, so your Feature Request won't help... That simple fact counteracts your request, and make all the issues that would come up way too complicated for what basically ends up being a non-feature – Patrice Dec 1 '15 at 12:58
@Patrice At least it would help the editor to get rid of increasing a edit suggestions rejected. However, I think the OP could not realize that he could not add the image again until he get the required reputation! But if this feature comes, then he might be able to rollback to the revision where the image was embedded in the question. – Enamul Hassan Dec 1 '15 at 13:06
... who cares for an "edit suggestions rejected" in your profile? It isn't a mark of shame, and I don't think anyone gives a flying f about it honestly.... And if your feature comes, he'll still be able to rollback to 1st revision, so it doesn't change anything in the end. If he wants to mess up, he will mess up.... – Patrice Dec 1 '15 at 13:15
@Patrice Oh! I was kidding, though it is an important thing to me to have more rejected! But I think real life is different. A user would not be notified to do rollback. But for suggested edits, he is notified, so he opens the notification and does whatever he wants. And if you think more practically, it is not that easy to find the rollback option for a new user. At least I could get it very lately when I was new to the community. – Enamul Hassan Dec 1 '15 at 13:22
my point is that if the OP doesn't want your edit, he will find a way to roll it back. The fact some members don't know of the feature to rollback is inconsequential here. If someone sees your edit and goes "hell no!", then what is the difference? He'll look it up, come to meta, ask, get told "you can rollback", and he'll rollback. Suggest an edit, if OP rejects it, comment to him and educate him.... same thing, no? I honestly fail to see a benefit to this. – Patrice Dec 1 '15 at 13:25
@Patrice Obviously different people could have different thinking. But I raised hand to reduce the massacre in the questions in the community. However, Look at the rollback process you describe! How long process to get learned about rollback! You are telling to educate him, but people rarely comes back to see whether his edit is accepted or rejected! – Enamul Hassan Dec 1 '15 at 13:32
@Patrice "if the OP doesn't want your edit, he will find a way to roll it back" -- I really agree with you, but "if the OP could not realize that what he is going to do" then? Most of the new user does not realize that he need a certain reputation to add image. But, if he rejects once, he could not get it. If he could not reject, others would accept it. Then he has both options. – Enamul Hassan Dec 1 '15 at 13:36
@manetsus and for every low rep user who rejects it because he is uneducated about the site, you probably have another user who is familiar enough with the site to understand what the edit is trying to do. You want to prevent those users from approving edits to their own posts? – psubsee2003 Dec 1 '15 at 13:38
@psubsee2003 If a low rep user knows about commenting properly, then why he should wait for having 50 reps? – Enamul Hassan Dec 1 '15 at 13:42
@manetsus low rep users can comments on their own posts. – psubsee2003 Dec 1 '15 at 13:44
Most importantly, the post has their name on it. It would be bad to misrepresent the OP with a bad edit. Some things only the OP will be able to determine whether the edit is in line with their intentions. That's why they have veto power over everyone without a diamond. – ryanyuyu Dec 1 '15 at 13:49
The op has binding edit privileges over their own post, why would not allowing them to review suggested to their own post be a good thing? that's a learning tool. they can see what changes can be made to their post to potentially make it a better one. – Kevin B Dec 1 '15 at 15:50
@ryanyuyu "Some things only the OP will be able to determine whether the edit is in line with their intentions" -- If it is, then there is no need of suggested edits in review queue, because, every OP has an OP. However, don't want to argue. – Enamul Hassan Dec 1 '15 at 16:48
@psubsee2003 but comments have no review queue! – Enamul Hassan Dec 1 '15 at 17:56
No we should not. Doing that doesn't make sense because we would then have these users coming to meta to complain about not being able to reject horrible edits on their posts that are subsequently robo-approved in the suggested edit queue.
I don't see a problem with the system the way it is in this regard, I would advise that in situations like these you just move on and do something else.
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Rachel Meyer Takes All on The Bayou
Alkey Alex Photography
Jun 24, 2019 - Rachel Meyer landed her second final round of the 2019 season at the Nitro on the Bayou, NHRA Central Regional event held at No Problem Raceway in Belle Rose, Louisiana. The Randy Meyer Racing Team has previously won this event with driver Megan Meyer in 2017, starting the streak of having a female win the race in the Top Alcohol Dragster category.
Rachel began the weekend from the no. 1 qualifying position, running a 5.30 ET at 272 mph in the final session on Friday night. With only 5 cars entered for the 8-car field, Rachel had a bye run in round one of eliminations, while Megan in the NGK Spark Plugs dragster, who qualified no. 2 with a 5.35 ET, had to face Terry Schmidt. Terry had issues with the car after the burnout, and was pushed off the track, leaving Megan with a bye run as well. Both girls ran a 5.31 ET to move on.
Rachel’s Dot’s Homestyle Pretzels dragster went on to take the second-round win against Dean Dubbin with a 5.30 ET, placing her in the final round against Megan who had a single run in the semi-finals and chose to not make the pass.
“I was worried we might struggle to get the car down the track because of the heat to beat Megan in the final round,” said Rachel. “Three of the five passes I made this weekend I had to pedal to even get down the track, but we still ran some great numbers and we were the quickest and fastest dragster in the field. It was exciting having the car make 5.31-5.30 passes three times in a row.”
This is the second time this year that the Meyer Sisters have met up in the finals, but this time it was Rachel to get the win in another close race. Megan left the line first, but Rachel pulled ahead for the victory with only 3 feet to spare, running a 5.38 ET to Megan’s 5.42 ET.
“Beating Megan by .008 at the finish line was the most memorable experience I had this weekend,” Rachel claimed. “I’m happy she made it to the finals, and I’m not going to lie, I was nervous, worn out, exhausted, and ready to give up going into the final round. Suiting up to get in the car, making a pass, coming back and working on the car, and repeating it all weekend in the extreme heat had worn me out. While I was setting the clutch before the finals all I could think about was how Megan was probably going to beat me on a hole shot, but I really wanted to get the win. I cleared my head before I staged the car and cut a good enough light to get around her at the top end and get the win.
“She’s beat me more times than I can count since we started racing Junior Dragsters, so it was nice to come out on the winning side. In the end our family won as a team and it’s always great to get both cars to the finals. All of the No Problem Raceway crew did an awesome job this weekend putting up with the weather. I feel like next year I will have more fun if we get to race there early in the year when it is cooler.”
Rachel Meyer will go on to race at her third Regional race of the season in Indianapolis on July 5-7th at Lucas Oil Raceway with her Dot’s teammate Julie Nataas. Megan will hold off and wait to compete at the Topeka, KS Regional race on July 25-27th with Rachel.
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A beautiful new cloth book from the family-run Wee Gallery creators who know that newborn babies love high-contrast images and respond well to them. Get ready for sleeptime with familiar objects and animals such as a star, a car, a bunny a bee - before finally saying good night to you and to me. Gorgeous colors, tactile pages and a mirror will ensure this book becomes a firm favorite to return to night after night.
Autor: Henry David Thoreau
When I wrote the following pages, or rather the bulk of them, I lived alone, in the woods, a mile from any neighbor, in a house which I had built myself, on the shore of Walden Pond, in Concord, Massachusetts, and earned my living by the labor of my hands only. I lived there two years and two months. At present I am a sojourner in civilized life again.Show Excerpt, if not before. It is said that Deucalion and Pyrrha created men by throwing stones over their heads behind them:--Inde genus durum sumus, experiensque laborum,Et documenta damus qua simus origine nati.Or, as Raleigh rhymes it in his sonorous way,--"From thence our kind hard-hearted is, enduring pain and care, Approving that our bodies of a stony nature are."So much for a blind obedience to a blundering oracle, throwing the stones over their heads behind them, and not seeing where they fell.Most men, even in this comparatively free country, through mere ignorance and mistake, are so occupied with the factitious cares and superfluously coarse labors of life that its finer fruits cannot be plucked by them. Their fingers, from excessive toil, are too clumsy and tremble too much for that. Actually, the laboring man has not leisure for a true integrity day by day; he cannot afford to sustain the manliest relations to men; his labor would be depreciated in the ma
The London Stage
The Heart Of The Hunter
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Sonic Saga Series 6: Mogul Rising
Ruby in the Smoke
When Elephants Weep
A Is For Angelica
Deadly, Unna?
World War II US Marine Infantry Regiments
To Desire A Wicked Duke
Popeye Classics Moon Goon And More!
52 Cool Tricks for Kids
Today We Die a Little!
Essential Business Grammar & Practice
The Kitchen Counter Cooking School
Absolute Transmetropolitan Vol. 1
Building Dry-stack Stone Walls
Concurrency in Go
The Encyclopedia of Australian Architecture
Japanese Slanguage
Knock Knock I Totally Got This Inner Truth Journal
Conceptual Physical Science (6th Edition)
Cast in Flight (Chronicles of Elantra)
Rainbow Magic: Lauren The Puppy Fairy
Five Lives Remembered
Pandemonium and Parade
Let's Go Exploring: Calvin And Hobbes
The Distant Echo
The Onion Field
Practical UML Statecharts in C/C++
Practical Public Health Nutrition
The Legend of Deathwalker
Figure Fantasy
A Field Guide for Immersion Writing
Bhagavad Gita (English Tran)
The Bean Bag Zoo Collector, Bk 2
The New Enchanted Broccoli Forest
Exploring Ecclesiology
The Merchant of Syria
Stories for Work
Luciano Giubbilei: The Art of Making Gardens
The Democratic Paradox
Nourishing Broth
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Peregrino De Compostela, El (diario De Un Mago)
What's That Sound?
Sharpe's Revenge (#10)
The Pastel Book
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The Moon and How to Observe It
Slave Species of the Gods
Meg Goes to Bed
Paul for Everyone: Romans: Chapters 1-8 Part 1
The Testaments
East London Food
A Whole Life
On the Brink of Everything
Vision and the Brain
Granja de Cuerpos, La
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Start Your Own Etsy Business
Lilith's Brood: Dawn, Adulthood Rites, and Imago
The Vanishing Year: A Novel
The Tarot Playbook
Never Lie to a Lady
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Captain Marvel (1968-1979) #20
Captain Marvel (1968-1979)
Rick Jones helps Mar-Vell escape the Negative Zone by asking a big green giant for a big favor. Guest-starring the Hulk!
Cover by:
Dan Adkins Gil Kane Sam Rosen
Captain Marvel Masterworks
Captain Mar-Vell of the Kree Imperial Militia is sent to observe the planet Earth as it is developing technology to travel into space. But, Mar-Vell eventually wearies of his superiors' malign intent and allies himself with Earth as the Kree Empire brands him a traitor as Mar-Vell fights to protect Earth from all threats.
Warlock (1972-1976)
Part super-hero spectacle and part spiritual allegory, Adam Warlock must struggle with his inner demons even as he strives to oppose such dreadful threats as the Man-Beast, the Magus and Thanos of Titan!
Astonishing Tales (1970-1976)
The Marvel Universe is about to get even more astonishing with this anthology that delivers super-sized thrills every month! First up, fan-fave C.B. Cebulski and superstar Ken Roquefort (Madame Mirage) get gritty with a no-holds-barred Wolverine/Punisher tale you have to see to believe! You like Iron Man? GOOD! We've got a double dose of the Iron Avenger as Tony Stark and Arno Stark, Iron Man of t
Sub-Mariner (1968-1974)
Collects Sub-Mariner #2-13. Imperious Rex! Prince Namor, the Sub-Mariner has returned for another MARVEL MASTERWORKS adventure! Writer Roy Thomas and a trio of definitive Sub-Mariner artists are going to take comic's first anti-hero on one of his greatest adventures of all time! It's Atlantean vs. Inhuman when Namor faces off against Triton. Then, our hero must march through Attuma and the bloo
Marvel Team-Up (1972-1985)
Spider-Man teams up with the other amazing heroes that the Wall-Crawler cannot stop on his own.
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Samurai Jack #4
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A mystic queen of great power and beauty accepts no criticism, especially from a lowly wandering samurai. Can Jack find another one of the Threads of Time before he's imprisoned for royal heresy?
Jim Zub
Andy Suriano
Children's Movies & TV Action/Adventure
Samurai Jack: Tales of the Wandering Warrior
Cartoon Network's hit animated series is back at IDW! The legendary samurai known only as 'Jack' is stranded in a strange future ruled by the demonic wizard, Aku. His quest to return back to the past has tested him many times, but now the stakes are higher than ever!
Amazing Spider-Man Movie
As Peter Parker swings into action as Spider-Man, he's about to face his first challenge as a super hero! But how did he get there? Go "between the scenes" with this story-inspired and based upon the new The Amazing Spider-Man movie!
Batman/Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Adventures
When villains start to mysteriously escape Arkham, Batman seeks to track them down. What happens when he discovers that they have left Gotham completely... and entered the TMNT's New York City?
Little Nemo: Return To Slumberland
An all-new, all-ages series full of magic and whimsy from award-winning creators Eric Shanower (Adventures in Oz) and Gabriel Rodriguez (Locke & Key)! Spinning out of Winsor McKay's brilliant early 20th century strip, Little Nemo in Slumberland sees King Morpheus' daughter, in the Royal Palace of Slumberland, select her next-playmate: Nemo! Only Nemo has no interest in being anyone's playmate, dre
Sherlock Holmes: The Seven-Per-Cent Solution
The best-selling Sherlock Holmes novel by writer/director Nicholas Meyer comes to comics! The real story behind Sherlock Holmes' final confrontation with Professor Moriarty is at long last revealed! Who is the real Moriarty? Why did Holmes disappear for so long? The game is afoot!
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Black American Indians seek to honor their mixed ancestry | Al Jazeera America
July 23, 2014 February 24, 2016 ctfranklin282 Comments
First gathering of National Congress of Black American Indians shirks political goals in search of ‘self-fulfillment’
Source: america.aljazeera.com
Civil Rights, EventsAfrican-Americans, Aljazeera, American Indians, Mixed-Race, Native Americans
The Mestizo Concept: A Product of European Imperialism
March 8, 2014 March 8, 2014 ctfranklin28Leave a comment
“Every mestizo is one less Indian — or one more Indian waiting to reemerge.” – Jose Barreiro, Taino/Guajiro What is the concept of Mestizaje? What are its origins? What role does it have to play i…
See on onkwehonwerising.wordpress.com
Amerindian and, History, Identity, Native American andAmerindian and, Colonialism, History, Identity, mestizo, Native Americans, Spanish colonization of the Americas
Adoption, From a Native American Perspective
“They saw poor people, Indians. My grandmother was a sheepherder, living on an Indian reservation without electricity,” Morrill said. “My relatives couldn’t speak English, so they said— ‘we don’t know if these people are your relatives or not, so we are going to take you.’”Leland was immediately removed from his home and placed with an adoptive couple looking for Native American children to foster and adopt. The day after he was adopted, the family moved to Ontario, Canada, severing all ties Leland had to his biological, Native American family.Not uncommon for the times, before 1978, when Congress passed the Indian Child Welfare Act, a very high number of Indian children were removed from their homes by public and private agencies and placed in non-Indian foster and adoptive homes or institutions….“From a human trafficking point of view, I was trafficked,” said Morrill. …“They trained us within the Mormon ideology; they thought they were saving us. They thought they were doing the right thing, and from that perspective they were good people. But from a Native American perspective—they were not.”
See on www.tulalipnews.com
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Black, White, and Indian: Race and the Unmaking of an American Family: Claudio Saunt
January 6, 2014 January 6, 2014 ctfranklin28Leave a comment
Black, White, and Indian: Race and the Unmaking of an American Family [Claudio Saunt] on Amazon.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. Deceit, compromise, and betrayal were the painful costs of becoming American for many families.
See on www.amazon.com
African and, History, Native American andAfrican-Americans, Amerindian and, Books, History, Native Americans, nonfiction
Books : IndiVisible
Twenty-seven passionate essays explore the complex history and contemporary lives of people with a dual heritage that is a little-known part of American culture. Authors from across the Americas share first-person accounts of struggle, adaptation, and survival and examine such diverse subjects as contemporary art, the Cherokee Freedmen issue, and the evolution of jazz and blues. This richly illustrated book brings to light an epic history that speaks to present-day struggles for racial identity and understanding.
See on nmaistore.si.edu
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Native American Museum vs Latino Museum
December 16, 2013 December 16, 2013 ctfranklin28Leave a comment
Comparing two related Museums
The Native American Museum focusing on Natives while ignoring the blending with the colonizer and other cultures.
The Latino Museum focusing on the mixed identity of Latinos while ignoring the colonized Native Americans.
See on communityvillageus.blogspot.com
Latinx, Native American andHispanic and Latino Americans, History, Mixed race history, museum, Native Americans
‘The Red And The White’ And The Stories That Follow
October 18, 2013 October 21, 2013 ctfranklin28Leave a comment
“The Red and the White”. A new history of interracial marriage and massacre in the old American West
See on onpoint.wbur.org
Couples - Mixed Couples, HistoryAmerican history, marriage, Mixed Marriage, Native Americans
Modern Faces and Ancient Migrations
October 18, 2013 October 21, 2013 ctfranklin281 Comment
Our friends at Abroad in the Yard wrote an interesting article back in December 2011 about Modern Faces and Ancient Migrations. As you’re probably aware, the migration of people, their ethnicity an…
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Amerindian and, History, Native American anddna, Genetics, History, migration, Native Americans
Miss Native American USA
September 19, 2013 October 9, 2013 ctfranklin28Leave a comment
Since August 25th 2012, it’s been a joyous and momentous occasion in my life to be garnished by a crown and title so admirable. I consider my reign a true blessing from God, as well as a challenge to overcome the negative prospectors. I hope that the road is now paved with respect and awareness for our future Miss Native American, USA title holders. I’m in hopes that as she walks into a room, eyes will continue to grace at not only her beauty, but admiration for her hard work and dedication. I continue to say, this pageant is history in the making. We are here tonight to witness part 2 in this story, as we crown only the second title holder of Miss Native American, USA.
– Shaylin Shabi (Navajo Nation)
See on www.missnativeamericanusapageant.com
Native American andBeauty, beauty pageants, Native American women, Native Americans, Women
Tainos
September 15, 2013 December 27, 2016 ctfranklin28Leave a comment
The Taínos (tah-EE-noes), commonly called the Arawak Indians, were the main people who lived in the Caribbean when Columbus arrived in 1492. They are the ones he called “Indians”, thinking he was i…
Community Village‘s insight:
“Many Spanish settlers took Taino wives. They brought in African slaves to take the place of dead Taino workers. Today Puerto Rico and the Dominican Republic are, genetically and culturally, mostly a mix of Spanish, Taino and West African:
Puerto Rico: genetically 10% to 15% Taino”
See on abagond.wordpress.com
African and, Dominican and, History, Latinx, Puerto Rican andAbagond, Arawak peoples, Colonialism, Dominican and, History, Indigenous peoples, Native Americans, Puerto Rico, Spanish colonization of the Americas, Taíno people, Taino
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MED Week: Better than an Oscar
Posted on September 12, 2014 September 17, 2014 by Cameron Huntley
One thing is for certain: If you want to hold an awards ceremony with some class, hold it at the Homewood Center in Montford.
Over 50 people gathered in the elegant castle-like edifice on Sept. 11 for the Minority Enterprise Development (MED) Week Recognition Reception; the MED board handed out several awards for excellence in minority business and community growth.
“It really puts the spotlight on minority businesses and let’s people see that they are here in Asheville,” said MED Vice Chair Sharon Oxendine, who has been on the board for nine years. “These awards are going to job creators, which is really important for the economy. We want to continue to give them the support they need.”
Award winners needed onto to either be an emerging business, or have been two years or more in business and shown community investment.
“[For the established businesses] we really look at thing like community service and job creation,” says Oxendine.
The night began with copious conversation and catered food, before moving into the reception hall for the ceremony, which had nine awards in total. After each winner in a business category was announced, a small video played, showing highlights about their business. Each business owner then said a few words.
“Honestly I was so focused on what I was doing I never thought about it as ‘oh, I’m a minority business owner,’” said Jonathan Scales of the Asheville Fourchestra, a steel drum/jazz band, which won the award for Outstanding Minority Business: Artist. “But I hope one day that this can be just the ‘business development award.’ Hopefully people will be inspired to do whatever they want to do, whether minority, majority, or whatever they are.”
“When I started this, I didn’t understand what workforce development or economic development was all about,” said Sephanie Swepson-Twitty of Eagle-Market Street Block by Block Industries, which does both those things. “Through the generosity of this community and these wonderful folk we have here tonight, I’ve been able to participate in this work.” Swepson-Twitty took home the award for Best Emerging Business.
“I wouldn’t change Asheville for the world,” said Hector Romero of Sanesco International, a biotech company that took home the award for Minority Business Person of the Year. “This city has been excellent to me. No matter how much I would give to Asheville, it is only a fraction of what Asheville has given me.”
In addition, Clarence Robinson of Cooking with Comedy Catering won Outstanding Minority Business: Restaurant; Fred and Jackie Baker of NC Brookhaven Behavioral Health took home Outstanding Minority Business: Service; and Victor Palomino, Sarah Nuñez and Carolina McCready of Chiva won the second Emerging Business award. Deborah Miles of the UNCA Center for Diversity Education won the Community Advocate Award, and The Support Center, a nonprofit lending firm, won the Lender’s Award.
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Oh, Kim Cattrall
"Oh, Kim Cattrall" is one of the songs from episode 403 City Limits.
[On the Satellite:]
CROW: Hello. Good day. Happy to see you. I, Crow T. Robot have penned a little ditty in honor of the star of today's experiment, Kim Cattrall. It's called "Oh, Kim Cattrall," by Crow T. Robot. Sung by Crow T. Robot. It's marked allegro con brio, Köchel listing 643.
Kim Cattrall Kim Cattrall
Kim Kim Kim Kim Kim Cattrall
You were in Mannequin and that was a really good movie,
Kim Cattrall
Kim Caaa-Traaaall
Kim Kim Kim Cattrall
You've never made a bad film.
Oh, what the hell,
Ring my bell,
Let's go to the Dells,
Our relationship will gel.
I like your smell,
You're really swell,
I'm Charlton Heston for Contel.
I love you Kim (I liked your dress at the Ace Awards) Cattrall.
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Is M/M Slash Like Pseudo-Lesbian Porn Produced for Straight Men? - Mo's Journal
Is M/M Slash Like Pseudo-Lesbian Porn Produced for Straight Men?
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I do hear of men who want their wives/girlfriends to engage in sex with women for them to observe.
that is consistent with men interacting with lesbian porn by way of inserting themselves into the scene as a third party.
Yk, that's true and I never thought about it like that. I guess my impression, though, is that men who ask their partners for this don't really want to just observe - that they see that as a less threatening request than saying "I want to have sex with you and another woman at the same time." But that conclusion is based on my sample of less than 100 cases, as they say in the medical literature :-).
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Stocks: 4 things to know before the open
by Mark Thompson @MarkThompsonCNN July 23, 2014: 8:29 AM ET
Click on chart to track premarkets
Geopolitical risks are fading further Wednesday, allowing investors to focus on improving company earnings and taking the Dow and S&P toward record highs.
U.S. stock futures were edging higher.
"I think some of the macro geopolitical concerns have, at least for the moment, moved back to the back burner," said Art Hogan, chief market strategist for Wunderlich Securities, referring to violent conflicts in Israel and Ukraine. "It's a market that's shifted its focus over the last 24 hours back to earnings."
Hogan said that 70% of companies have so far beat expectations on earnings and revenue. He said that normally only 58% of companies beat on revenue.
"Earnings have been significantly better than expectations across the board," he said. "Larger numbers of companies have been surprising to the upside."
Here are the four things you need to know before the opening bell rings in New York:
1. World markets gain: Major indexes across Europe were firmer after EU officials stopped short of imposing tough economic sanctions on Moscow.
Still, the relief could be short-lived as Europe demanded Russia's "full and immediate" cooperation over Ukraine or risk losing access to European finance, defense equipment and energy technology. Germany's Dax gained 0.4%, while Russia's Micex index slipped 0.3%, taking its losses for the year to nearly 7%.
Asian markets were mainly firmer. Indonesia markets were helped by news that former Jakarta governor Joko Widodo had won the presidential election.
Related: Fear & Greed Index still stymied by fear
2. Big earnings day: Investors will have plenty of earnings to digest Wednesday. Boeing (BA) and Delta Air Lines (DAL) will report earnings before the opening bell.
Dow Chemical (DOW) reported an uptick in sales, compared to the year-ago quarter, but net income plunged. PepsiCo (PEP) also reported a drop in profit.
AT&T (T) and Facebook (FB) will report after the close.
3. Stock market movers -- Apple, Microsoft, Deutsche Bank: Shares of Apple (AAPL) slipped in premarket trading. The company reported a jump in sales and profit for the last quarter, but lowered sales projections for the current quarter. Microsoft (MSFT) sales beat Wall Street expectations, sending its shares up premarket.
Deutsche Bank (DB) shares fell 1.6% in Frankfurt trading after The Wall Street Journal reported that the New York Federal Reserve had serious concerns about internal supervision and regulation at the bank's U.S. operations.
Related: CNNMoney's Tech30
4. Tuesday markets recap: U.S. stocks closed higher Tuesday. The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose more than 60 points and is within sight of its record close, which occurred last week. The S&P 500 gained about half a percent while the Nasdaq closed up 0.7%.
CNNMoney (London) First published July 23, 2014: 5:38 AM ET
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15 February 2019 / Apex Legends
Apex Legends comes to Mogul
The hottest game to date is now on the hottest tournament platform.
Apex Legends has taken the gaming world by storm. The game had no prior advertising or marketing, and its release was a surprise. But the fact that it was made by Respawn Studios and was set in the Titanfall universe was enough to catch the interest of gamers and streamers alike.
But the game turned out to be surprisingly fun and enjoyable. Almost every top streamer (including Shroud, Ninja and DrDisrespect) is streaming the game now. Within the first 24 hours, Apex Legends raked in 2.5 million unique players, and by the end of the week, it had 25 million players and peaked at 2 million concurrent players.
READ: APEX LEGENDS HITS 25 MILLION PLAYERS AFTER ONE WEEK
Its popularity can be attributed to the intense gunplay the game offers. In addition, the characters known as Legends which have unique abilities (much like in Overwatch) and the map itself is quite intricate and detailed. The game does not bring anything new to the table except for its ping system, but boy is it a lot of fun.
Talking about the ping system, it is easily the greatest innovation that Apex Legends has to offer. The game is exclusively a three man squad game for now, and the ping system makes it infinitely easier, removing the need for a mic. This is one of the biggest reasons that the game has worked so well despite it being exclusively a squad game. In fact, many players prefer that it remain a squad game.
Apex Legends has done so well in such a short span of that Twitch held their own Apex Legends tournament for Twitch Rivals featuring Shroud, Ninja, Summit1g, DrDisrespect and others.
And how could we be far behind?
Mogul has added Apex Legends to its increasing roster of games. The game will be available for Silver Slam Quick Cups on February 17, where you can earn Razer Silver. The matches will be 3v3 Single Elimination, and you can register for them here. More details will follow, so stay tuned for updates.
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Mogul Masters: Vinzswell “Dinklefarts” Simons
In this edition of Mogul Masters, we interview Vinzswell "Dinklefarts" Simons, who plays for Exair Esports and hails from Quezon City, Philippines.
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G2, NIP, C9 & Fnatic face elimination at IEM Katowice Major
The upcoming elimination games of the IEM Katowice Major features unlikely teams who used to stay on top.
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Campaigners call for communities to control UK Shared Prosperity Fund
Poorer regions could miss out on billions of pounds if post-Brexit regeneration funds are not managed properly, a group of charities has warned.
The Communities in Charge campaign, which has been backed by Locality, Co-operatives UK and the Plunkett Foundation, has warned that seven UK nations/regions are at risk of losing out on public funding when the UK Shared Prosperity Fund is introduced.
The UK Shared Prosperity Fund is due to replace various finance streams when Britain leaves the EU, although details remain patchy about how it will actually work.
A full consultation on the new fund was due to be held by ministers before the end of 2018, but has still yet to occur.
In April, a cross-party group of MPs called on the government to publish more details about the fund, but so far nothing has appeared.
And last month, the Northern Powerhouse minister Jake Berry defended the government’s handling of the fund, insisting ministers have ‘not been sitting on our hands’.
An analysis by the campaign claims that if the government continues on its default setting for allocating money then London and the South East could be the biggest potential winners under the new system, with an extra £1.9bn and £1.2bn in public expenditure respectively between 2021 and 2027.
But it warns that Wales could miss out on over £2.3bn over six years, and the South West risks losing over £1bn in funding.
In order to prevent further regional inequality, the campaign has called for communities to be put directly in charge of the UK Shared Prosperity Fund, with at least a quarter of the money going directly to local people.
‘The UK Shared Prosperity Fund is a once in a generation chance to empower people all over the country so they can prosper on their own terms,’ said Locality chief executive, Tony Armstrong.
‘But there’s a real risk that chance will be missed. We are calling for all political parties, and candidates to be our next prime minister to urgently commit to a new settlement that puts communities in charge.
“Our analysis shows that if the money is distributed along the lines of recent equivalent UK programmes, it will be like handing every Londoner a cheque for over £200 and taking £700 from every Welsh person.
“That would be a historic disaster,’ added Mr Armstrong. ‘Instead, there is a fantastic opportunity to create a fund which could contribute towards bringing the country together. The fund should be made available to the people and places which need it most. And crucially, communities themselves should be in charge of it so they can be empowered to prosper after Brexit.’
In response, a government spokesman said: ‘We know the importance of local growth funding to local places and of providing certainty on its future. That’s why we are engaging with stakeholders on the design of the UK Shared Prosperity Fund to ensure it can support those parts of our country whose economies are furthest behind.’
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Tyler Ennis puts Buffalo on the brink, Sabres beat Flyers 4-3 in OT to take 3-2 series lead
By Joe YerdonApr 22, 2011, 11:08 PM EDT
Tyler Ennis isn’t a finalist for the Calder Trophy this year but for Sabres fans he’s been all the rookie they could possibly hope for this season. Tonight, he helped make a case for full-blown cult hero status after scoring two goals including the game-winner in overtime to give the Sabres a 4-3 overtime win and a 3-2 series lead.
Ennis helped the Sabres to avoid another NHL playoff meltdown as Buffalo was up 3-0 in this game after scoring three times in the first period on starter Brian Boucher. Ennis, Thomas Vanek, and Marc-Andre Gragnani each scored on Boucher to chase him out of the game after saving just eight shots. In came last year’s playoff hero Michael Leighton and the combination of Leighton and Flyers pride helped get them back into the game.
James van Riemsdyk scored 8:12 into the second period to get the Flyers on the board and 1:45 later Andrej Meszaros blasted a shot from the blue line past Ryan Miller to make it 3-2.
Sabres coach Lindy Ruff then burned his timeout to settle things down and the move paid off until the third period when Daniel Briere tied the game at 3:36 of the third. While the Flyers took control of the game in the second period and through to the third, the game would head to overtime.
There, Ennis put home a big rebound from a Mike Weber slap shot to help put the Sabres over the top and roaring with emotion heading home for Game 6 on Sunday afternoon (3 p.m. on NBC).
For Philadelphia, the questions about their goaltending now come roaring back again. After Sergei Bobrovsky was chased out of Game 2, Brian Boucher stood tall until tonight. Now with Leighton playing well enough through the rest of tonight’s game, the big question falls on who will start a pivotal Game 6.
Given the issues the Flyers are having defensively, having problems in goal is the last thing coach Peter Laviolette wanted to deal with. Instead, he’s seeing all the worries about goaltending come flying back in his face and awakening the ghosts of playoff failures past.
The Sabres get to avoid yet another collapse in the playoffs and getting tossed into the conversation with the likes of the Kings and Rangers. Instead, they rode out the storm and took advantage of opportunity in overtime to seal up the game. They played an outstanding first period and took advantage of some crazy bounces but those things happen when you work hard. It’s cliché, but a complete effort like that means the Sabres don’t even have to play an overtime period and they win going away. They’ll need that full effort if they want to knock the Flyers out of the playoffs on Sunday.
Tags: Andrej Meszaros, Brian Boucher, Daniel Briere, James van Riemsdyk, Marc-Andre Gragnani, Michael Leighton, Peter Laviolette, Ryan Miller, Thomas Vanek, Tyler Ennis
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Female (Michael Curtiz, USA, 1933)
August 18, 2014 Uncategorizedfemale, Gender, George Brent, Michael Curtiz, Pre-Code, Ruth Chatterton, Strong Women, Warner BrothersNotesonFilm1
The president of the Drake Motor Company — rich, smart, ruthless, successful – is female. But is she a woman? She acts like a man: ‘I treat men the same way they’ve always treated women.’ ‘Love takes too much time. A woman in love is a pathetic spectacle.’ But she does love men: ‘Lots of them’. She picks out her sexiest employees, asks them over for dinner, and rings the butler to bring over the vodka to ‘fortify their courage’. When they get love-sick and start demanding more, she buys them off; and if that doesn’t work, she ships them out to Montreal, which in this film is like outer Siberia. It’s all love ‘em and leave him with Alison Drake (Ruth Chatterton) so she can put her energies where they really count – business. We’re told she gets rid of suitors ‘Just as Napoleon would have dismissed a ballet girl. She’s never met a man worthy of her. She never will’. But of course, she does; unfortunately for us, it’s George Brent.
Curtiz makes every shot look interesting.
The film begins in that gloriously dynamic way typical of early 30s Warner Brothers: We see the entrance to the Drake Motor Company, and then it’s irises out, horizontal wipes, diagonal wipes and quick cuts to show us what they’re manufacturing and how. It’s barely a minute into the film and it’s already exciting. Two clerks gossiping tell us ‘The President’s blowing the roof off?’ ‘Who’s getting it this time?’ before we’re shown that this scary and powerful captain of industry is not a man; nor is she just any woman – she’s Ruth Chatterton, already of a certain age, clipped diction, soignée, a big star who was then also considered a great enough actress to warrant the billing of ‘Miss’ Ruth Chatterton — no more respectful accolade was then possible.
Ruth Chatterton shows George Brent who’s the boss.
Throughout the first half of the film, Chatterton is filmed either in her office, busily answering phones with a huge window as backdrop showing the factory buildings, or in her ultra-modern and glamorous home, wearing glorious gowns in the living room or lounging around the pool with her prey. Michael Curtiz1, the director, makes every shot interesting and the film is a pleasure to look at. Sadly, she then meets George Brent at a shooting gallery. He’s a better shot, rebuffs her and of course she falls in love. When it turns out he works for her, she gets up to her old tricks but they predictably don’t work on him; too bad for us.
Ruth at home.
At the beginning of the film, she tells her board they’ve got statistic poisoning. She’s fed up with statistics and she wants action and change. By the end of the film, she does what Katharine Hepburn will do almost ten years later in Woman of the Year (George Stevens, USA, 1942) to get Spencer Tracy — she diminishes herself to satisfy his idea of womanliness. At the end of the film, she endangers a business deal in New York to chase after him at a country fair. She gets him, promising to turn over the business to him to him and have nine children. The film ends with both of them on the way to make the business deal in New York. This viewer at least was left hoping that once they got there, got the deal, and she got her way with him, she’d return to her factory and leave him with a bus ticket to Montreal under the pillow.
The film was denied a reissue certificate in 1936 with Joseph Breen writing Warners that the film was, ‘A cheap low-tone picture with lots of double meaning, wise-cracks, and no little filth which they think is funny'(Rode, 151). So many good reasons to see it now.
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I should qualify this. According to Michael Curtiz: A Life in Film, a thorough, wonderfully researched new book on Curtiz by Alan K. Rode that’s just been published (2017) by the University of Kentucky Press, ‘William Dieterle began filming Female on July 17, 1933, became ill after nine days, and was replaced by William Wellman. Wellman directed for the next ten days, until Jack Warner halted production. Warner screened Wellman’s footage and reportedly disliked the performance of George Blackwood. Blackwood was cast as one of the numerous male employees whom Alison Drake (Ruth Chatterton) — the high-powered vibrantly sexual CEO of an automobile company — invites to her house to first seduce and then exile to the firm’s distant Montreal office.
For whatever reason, Warner uncharacteristically ordered scenes reshot using Johnny Mack Brown in place of Blackwood, along with some additional sequences to bolster what he considered a weak film. By September, Wellman was directing College Coach. Curtiz was tasked with retakes beginning on September 3 and wrapped the picture ten days later. As a reward for reshooting in record time, Curtiz ended up with the sole screen credit, even though he directed little more than a third of the picture.
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CONCACAF Gold Cup Expert Picks Mexico Vs Honduras Game
Written by Henry Watkins on July 20, 2017
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Smaller soccer nations are already at a disadvantage when you consider that they often do not have a wealth of talent to draw upon. They may have one or two players who are of star quality, but they simply cannot compete against other nations who have a starting eleven that is about as good as it gets. This is the category that Honduras fall into, as they don’t really have much of a soccer history to draw upon for this CONCACAF Gold Cup game. They have had a few good players down the years, but success on the international football stage is something that has eluded them. Honduras did make it to the inaugural CONCACAF Gold Cup Final in 1991, losing to the US, and have been to the semi-final in 4 of their last 6 Gold Cup appearances, but it’s fair to say that this squad of players is not as good as those that have come in the past.
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Mexico are one of those nations that is blessed with numbers and talent. They sent their top players to compete in the Confederations Cup in Russia earlier this summer, and none of the players who featured there are in the squad for this tournament. Instead, Mexico chose to go with fringe squad players, the majority of whom were plucked from the domestic Liga MX. The results have been a little wobbly at best, but Mexico are once again where they always seem to be in this tournament, and they come into this game as solid favorites to move on to the next round, and possibly even the final.
A Closer Look At The CONCACAF Gold Cup Expert Picks Mexico Vs Honduras Game
When: Thursday, July 20 at 10:30 PM EST Where: University of Phoenix Stadium, Glendale TV: FS1 Live Stream: FOX Sports GO CONCACAF Gold Cup Odds: Mexico -½ (-155)
Why bet on Mexico
Mexico are the most successful team in CONCACAF Gold Cup history, having won it on 7 previous occasions, and coming into the 2017 version as the defending champions. This is a very different squad of players than we are used to seeing from El Tri, though, and they have not looked particularly great to this point. Coach Juan Carlos Osorio, who has been serving a touchline ban throughout the tournament, has routinely changed the team for all three group stage games, and the result has been some seriously disjointed performances that must have Mexican fans a little worried as they go deeper into the tournament. Mexico started things off with a 3-1 win over El Salvador, and followed that up with disappointing performances against Jamaica and Curacao. Yes, they won Group C with an unbeaten record, but left many fans unconvinced of their ability to win this tournament.
Mexico CONCACAF Championship Record
1963 – Group stage
1965 – Champions
1967 – Runners-up
1969 – Fourth place
1973 – Third place
1985 – Hosted 1986 World Cup
1989 – Banned
2000 – Quarter-Final
2013 – Semi-final
Why bet on Honduras
Honduras were undoubtedly one of the poorest teams in the group stage, and are really only in this quarter-final because of a clerical error by French Guiana. Honduras started the group stage with a 1-0 loss to Costa Rica, and closed it out with a 0-0 tie against a weakened Canada side. Wedged in the middle of those two games was the match against French Guiana, who just happened to field an ineleigible player. A disciplinary committee awarded Honduras a 3-0 win, despite the fact that the actual game ended scoreless. It was that decision that allowed Honduras to get one of the coveted 3rd place spots, but the question remains, how can this team really be expected to move on to the next round when they haven’t been able to put the ball in the net in the 3 games that they have played so far?
Honduras CONCACAF Championship Record
1965 – Did Not Qualify
1971 – Sixth Place
2000 – Quarter-Finals
CONCACAF Gold Cup Expert Pick and Final Score Prediction
This is definitely not one of the better Mexico teams that we have ever seen, but they should still be more than good enough to take care of a very poor Honduras team. The fact that the Hondurans have been unable to score should probably serve as a sign that they don’t have nearly enough talent to spring what would be a major upset.
Mexico 2 Honduras 0
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Jeanne Meyers — Co-founder and Director of The MY HERO Project — Meyers is a film and media producer. She co-founded the website in 1995 with Karen Pritzker and Rita Stern-Milch. Meyers will introduce the MY HERO team and give an overview on the MY HERO Project.
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Wendy Milette — Director of MY HERO’s Media Arts Education Program — Milette is an educator who has designed and taught film workshops all over the world. She will talk about ways MY HERO’s film festival, film library, workshops and Global Exchange program help develop students' digital storytelling skills. She will talk about using hero-themed films to help students push the boundaries of their comfort zones and learn about diverse people and subjects.
Victoria Murphy — Director of the MY HERO Gallery and Arts Education Outreach — Murphy is an Art Historian, Gallery Curator and Artist who attended the University of Chicago for her graduate education. She inspires children to make hero art.
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In our globally connected world we have an opportunity to learn from one another, to exchange stories that honor those who are tackling the great challenges of our time and working to improve the quality of life for all. The MY HERO Project, a non profit educational organization, provides teachers and students with free digital, multimedia tools to publish web pages that honor heroes around the world using stories, artwork, audio and films. The goal is to inspire students to appreciate diversity and to identify their own heroes and ways they too can make a positive difference.
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REVIEW: When a Duchess says I Do (Rogues to Riches #2) – Grace Burrowes
Author: Grace Burrowes (website / twitter)
UK Publisher: Piatkus
Genre: Historical romance
Duncan Wentworth tried his hand at rescuing a damsel in distress once long ago, and he’s vowed he’ll never make that mistake again. Nonetheless, when he comes across Matilda Wakefield in the poacher-infested and far-from-enchanted woods of his estate, decency compels him to offer aid to a lady fallen on hard times. Matilda is whip-smart, she can read Duncan’s horrible penmanship, and when she wears his reading glasses, all Duncan can think about is naughty Latin poetry.
Matilda cannot entrust her secrets to Duncan without embroiling him in the problems that sent her fleeing from London, but neither can she ignore a man who’s honourable, a brilliant chess player, and maddeningly kissable. She needs to stay one step ahead of the enemies pursuing her, though she longs to fall into Duncan’s arms. Duncan swears he has traded in his shining armour for a country gentleman’s muddy boots, but to win the fair maid, he’ll have to ride into battle one more time.
I’m going to say something which risks sounding a bit prudish, but it’s something I have come to realise I feel fairly strongly about. I’ve given it a few goes, but I need to be honest – I don’t like sex scenes in my Regency Romances. It changes the balance of the relationship, the thrust – excuse the term – of the narrative, and the tension between the characters. That’s not to say that sex scenes can’t be done well in romances, they absolutely can (although tbh I’ve mostly seen it in fanfic, but perhaps that’s because my own romance reading has been admittedly quite narrow), but that’s not what I go into a regency romance for. I go into them for emotional repression, unresolved romantic tension, and some mother effin’ pining. Unreadable longing looks, conviction that they can’t be together, half-choked confessions, grand gestures which are for nothing more than making their loved one happy… For me, regency romance is about that tension. It’s also about something deeper than sex – yes there’s desire, but it’s not just restricted to the loins, it’s a soul-deep yearning which encompasses the whole being, BUT because it is the Regency and there are Manners involved, everyone must keep a stiff upper lip and carry on as normal.
I think that scene from Emma Thompson’s Sense and Sensibility really covers what it means for me, when Marianne accuses Elinor of being unfeeling because she has just continued to live her life and be polite and proper despite her heartbreak, and Elinor just crumples and throws it all back at her.
Marianne:
Always resignation and acceptance. Always prudence and honour and duty. Elinor, where is your heart?
Elinor:
What do you know of my heart? What do you know of anything but your own suffering. For weeks, Marianne, I’ve had this pressing on me without being at liberty to speak of it to a single creature. It was forced on me by the very person whose prior claims ruined all my hope. I have endured her exultations again and again whilst knowing myself to be divided from Edward forever. Believe me, Marianne, had I not been bound to silence I could have provided proof enough of a broken heart, even for you.
Funnily enough, that film’s adaptation of Colonel Brandon in Alan Rickman is another perfect example. He pines, he yearns, but he doesn’t just want Marianne sexually, nor does he force himself upon her. Instead he busies himself with her care, comfort and happiness, with no concept of reward, or doing anything other than making her happy – even if that means letting her have someone else. Complete, selfless devotion. Funnily enough, most of this is a product of Thompson’s adaptation as the book is more of a social satire than a romance (and things are a mite less dramatic), but the themes and tropes are found in Pride and Prejudice more clearly, definitely in Persuasion and also in (yes, her again) Heyer’s work.
Which brings me to the book I’m actually supposed to be reviewing. It started off promisingly, although perhaps a mite on the floral side with some of the prose, but there was also a lot of oblique references to sexual desire, and the heroine kept kicking her slippers off to sit with her stockinged feet tucked up on chairs with her, which was a repeated detail that jarred hugely with my knowledge of the regency period and what was appropriate then (not That Sort Of Thing, for starters). Less was made of the propriety of an unmarried woman staying with an unmarried man without any kind of chaperone, even as as widow, but that made sense for the sake of plot progression.
And then they had sex.
Well, no, first Duncan asked for permission to court Matilda (from Matilda), which appeared to mean “make out with her and touch her up”, and then seemed to mean “have lots of premarital sex with her”. Like it went from repressed feelings to boning by halfway through the book. The pacing just seemed very strange to me, and bits where there should have been urgency seemed very dragged out, where bits where I would have preferred to see more time taken (the build up, the falling in love, the admittance of those feelings) seemed very rushed. And they keep having sex, which stops the narrative each time and doesn’t add anything more to the story – if anything it means that their relationship becomes less developed because the physical intimacy becomes the narrative shorthand for “and they were in love”. I found it dissatisfying, but props should be given over Someone To Love, because at least Matilda gets to enjoy herself, unlike poor Anna.
There were also a lot of references to chess, because Matilda is good at and loves chess, but they seemed heavy handed to me and clumsily done. At one point, a coded message is sent to her by Duncan saying “your knights will be here by 9:00am” or something similar which. What does that mean? They’re going to approach in a series of L-shaped jumps? Really it would have been better for the Duncan to reference a specific chess gambit perhaps, and upon receiving the message for Matilda to translate it for the reader: “She knew that the Vienna Gambit involved a pincer movement of pieces using the Queen as bait to corner an enemy piece but ultimately not sacrificing the Queen” or something like that. It would have elevated the chess references to something beyond just either foreplay between the two romantic leads, or simply naming pieces, or using it to show why the villain is bad because he hates chess but the hero is good because he likes it.
I also found there was a lot of telling, not showing. We keep hearing how Matilda wants stability and a home and many, many children, but her character shows she is cerebral, engaged in intellectual pursuits, and incisive. Her character doesn’t demonstrate her deep intense desire for a home and motherhood, it shows that she wants to be challenged intellectually and treated as an equal, given time to really explore this in a way she hasn’t previously, having constantly been on the move and then married to a reclusive German Duke. Equally with Duncan, we are told he is a damaged, antisocial man, but instead he seems to be curious, probing, and have a White Knight complex, and completely open to new relationships. The narrative we are told doesn’t fit the characters we are shown.
Perhaps my issues with this book stem from the fact that I read it so soon after These Old Shades, but I doubt it. I think I just have very different expectations from the target market of this sort of book. I could recognise all the tropes perfectly, and it is the second in a series which will doubtless work its way through all the members of the family (book 1 is about Duncan’s cousin). It is a solid entry into the realms of romance fiction, it hits every note for stalwarts of the genre. If you love romance novels, you won’t go far wrong with this. It didn’t do it for me, but I think I was looking for something a little different.
A historical romance that hits every key trope of a romance novel perfectly, so if you like romance you will love this.
For me some of the narrative felt a bit laboured – there was a lot of telling which contradicted what we were shown about characters, and the chess… similes? Metaphors? I’m unclear what their purpose is, but they’re laid on thickly and by the end of the book I was a bit fed up with them.
I have some issues when sentiments are repeated through a book, especially when they are explicitly stated each time. Possibly because I read quickly, possibly because I have very good narrative recall, it means that if there are repeated sentiments (such as “all Matilda wanted was a home and children”, “Matilda dearly wanted a stable home and children”, “if she did this, she would get her stable home and children”), they rather smack me in the face. That’s why I prefer repression and pining I think – it’s less laboured, and gives more room for subtlety. Speaking looks not repetitive exposition please.
Rating: 3/5 – it wasn’t for me, but it is note perfect for the target audience.
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writingthebluesaway says:
I’ve not read a lot of romance but I feel like this wouldn’t be for me either. Like you said, I would imagine it to be more about the pining and tension similar to Pride and Prejudice. Sex should further the plot not just be thrown in because it can. I agree though that it sounds perfect for people who enjoy romance novels or regency romance in particular, but it’s not my cup of tea!
wittysarcasticbookclub says:
I don’t think this would be for me either.
I’m glad I tried it but I think I am looking for something very specific haha.
bournemouthgirl says:
I like to read romance books, I find them so heart warming and sweet. However never read a book that is historical romance nor have I heard of this author before. It’s not really my cup of tea. But you have written and in-depth review and explained your points well. At least you can say you gave it a go. Thank you for sharing xx
I love a good romance, and some of my favourite books are romances, but I think that’s made me really picky about what I’m looking for in a romance? And not a lot of them meet my requirements haha!
That’s a good thing I think. As when you are picky you usually find the best ones that appeal to you. Xx
I read quite a bit of romance but historical romance is generally not for me. I feel the same way with repeated narratives, it drives me insane. There was one book I read a while ago where every single time two characters saw each other they’d say ‘I love you’ which was then also repeated several times during their conversations too! 🙄
I think I’ve been unfortunate with the contemporary romances I’ve read in that the women in them all seem to be complete disasters, and that winds me up haha!
I’ve never actually read a historical romance book before, so it was interesting to hear your thoughts on this. I think the repetitiveness in the narrative would drive me a bit crazy too. I’ve read books where authors have a favourite word/phrase and once you notice it, it becomes so annoyingly obvious each time it appears, haha. You have written such an well written and detailed review, I always enjoy reading your posts, thanks for sharing Claire! ❤ xx
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by Dakota Randall on Mon, Feb 18, 2019 at 11:33AM
Cain Velasquez’s return from a 30-plus month layoff didn’t go as he or anyone anticipated.
The legendary heavyweight got knocked out by Francis Ngannou just 26 seconds into their UFC Fight Night bout in Phoneix on Sunday. At first glance, it appeared as if Velasquez simply succumbed to Ngannou’s early onslaught, but further review shows the 36-year-old rolled over after his knee gave out.
🤫 #UFCPhoenix@francis_ngannou silences the Phoenix crowd pic.twitter.com/3DTlnTfmF2
— ESPN MMA (@espnmma) February 18, 2019
(You can click here to watch a video of Velasquez’s knee buckling.)
Velasquez, as you might expect, was devastated after the disappointing loss.
“I just can’t believe that happened,” Velasquez said after the fight, via MMAFighting. “Having a great camp coming in, truly, everything I said, how strongly I felt, that was all true. Coming in I felt great out there, relaxed, and then taking that one step I did with my left foot. I just felt something pop and then when I tried to take another step it just gave out on me. My knee gave out on me, I can’t even believe that happened.
“Going in 100 percent healthy. 100 percent ready and just to have this freak accident, I can’t even believe it. It’s just hard. That’s sports, that’s what we do. That’s what happens sometimes. It’s just really frustrating because the fire in me is strong, stronger than ever. In camp, great camp, great camp. And then this happens.”
Velasquez speculated the injury might have occurred to his Meniscus or MCL. There has been no official diagnosis, though.
Some have speculated that Sunday’s fight could have been Velasquez’s last. But the former heavyweight champion doesn’t sound ready to leave the octagon.
“The fire in me is strong again still,” he said. “I guess I’ve got a lot to prove and I’m very capable of doing that.”
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Lizzie was born with a rare disorder called “Neonatal Progeroid Syndrome”, which prevents her from gaining weight. She is also visually impaired, but neither of these things stop her. Rather than look at what she doesn’t have, she focuses her life on the blessings she does have.
Ever since grade school Lizzie was bullied because of the way she looked. Luckily for Lizzie her parents sat her down at an early age and explained that the only thing different about her was that she was smaller than the other kids, but that it would not define who she was.
Despite the advice and loving support from Lizzie’s parents during her youth, she spent the majority of her childhood thinking her outer appearance is what defined her. It wasn’t until high school when Lizzie found a video posted on the internet that she came to a realization that changed her life.
The video featured Lizzie and labeled her as the world’s ugliest woman. There was no sound, the video was only 8 seconds long, and it had over 4 million views when she came across it. Cyberbullies said horrible things about Lizzie in the comments below and the worst one that hurt her the most told her to “do the world a favor, put a gun to her head, and kill herself”.
Imagine being in high school and coming across a video of yourself, seen by millions of people, where hundreds of strangers were cyberbullying you about your appearance. This fueled a turning point in Lizzie’s life. Rather than letting the hateful words define her, she chose to stand strong and count her blessings instead.
Lizzie used the negativity of her bullies to strengthen her motivation and achieve her goals. If you’re being bullied remember not to let their words define you, because only you can define who you are.
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Hall of foam brewer goes on the market
By Josh Kosman
Have a hankering for a Pabst Blue Ribbon, Old Milwaukee or a Schlitz?
Well, the benefactor that owns the Pabst Brewing Company and its iconic brands has put the Milwaukee business up for sale, said a source with direct knowledge of the process.
The company’s brands represent a virtual who’s who of beers, including Ballantine, Colt 45, Lone Star, Olympia Genuine Draft, Piels, Schaefer, Schmidt, and Stroh’s. It is also one of the few private independent brewers left in the nation.
Pabst has hired Bank of America Merrill Lynch to find a buyer and has just sent sales books to prospective suitors. A buyer will need to pay about $300 million, according to sources.
The acquisition may make sense, even to the sober brewers and private equity firms who are considering it. Anheuser-Busch InBev and North American Breweries, which bought Labatt USA from InBev, are logical bidders.
The company owns the brands and contracts out its brewing to Molson, the Canadian beer giant.
The Pabst Blue Ribbon label has made quite a comeback lately. For the four weeks ended July 12, the company saw its case sales increase 21 percent compared to a year earlier, giving it a three percent share in the high-volume sub-premium market.
Pabst has become a hipster’s beer, with advertisements in such places as National Public Radio.
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Why Jeurys Familia turned down closing to reunite with Mets
By Mike Puma
February 12, 2019 | 12:27am
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PORT ST. LUCIE — Jeurys Familia took a Mets uniform over a chance to pitch the ninth inning.
The veteran reliever on Monday indicated he had multiple offers this winter to resume in a closer’s role, but couldn’t decline an opportunity to rejoin the organization in which he grew up and became an All-Star.
“I really wanted to come back for my family,” said Familia, who returned on a three-year deal worth $30 million that was completed at the winter meetings. “My wife, she lives in New Jersey and my son and this is my house. It’s easier for me to come back here than go any other place.”
Familia, who will assume a setup role ahead of new closer Edwin Diaz, said he never could have envisioned a return to the Mets when he was dealt to Oakland at last year’s trade deadline. But new general manager Brodie Van Wagenen made a strong pitch to Familia that included visiting with him in the Dominican Republic.
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Familia, 29, posted a 3.13 ERA and 1.222 WHIP in 70 appearances last season. In addition to Familia, the bullpen added an All-Star closer in Diaz and veteran lefty in Justin Wilson. The lineup additions included Robinson Cano, Jed Lowrie and Wilson Ramos.
“Right now, I tell you what, the team looks really good,” Familia said. “I think this is our year. If everybody is healthy we are going to go deep in the game and we’re going to win some games.”
Van Wagenen’s energy and optimism has helped convince Familia this can be a special club.
“If you want to win the game you have to be positive, and that’s the only way we can get to the World Series and win the championship and he has that,” Familia said.
“So it’s really good to have somebody who is the GM with that kind of mind. It’s really impressed me.”
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Sage is a well-known herb grown in Europe and North America. Incorporated into various cuisines, its scented leaves are also used in aromatherapy and folk wellness practices. Sage can:
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Along with other popular herbs such as basil and lavender, sage (Salvia officinalis) is a plant in the mint (Lamiaceae) family. Originally cultivated in the Mediterranean, it carries a subtly sweet and light flavor and scent, making it a valued ingredient in both cooking and aromatherapy. The plant is also celebrated by name in the centuries-old British folk tune "Scarborough Fair" along with fellow herbs parsley, rosemary and thyme. It is a hearty and perennially appreciated garden herb, and its grayish-green leaves are commonly used in European and American cuisine, both in dried and fresh form.**
Sage has long been called upon as a wellness-promoting herb, with its use dating back to ancient Greek and Roman eras. In folk practices, the herb has been linked with at least 60 different applications for health, reinforcing its reputation as a whole-body “tonic.” Traditionally, the herb was used to help sharpen memory, help with indigestion, support immune function, and to promote overall wellness.** Early cultures rubbed the raw herb on their teeth and gums, where its antioxidant activity helped to promote oral health.** Many of these ancient folk wellness uses have been validated in more recent clinical studies.**
Modern research has shown that this herb contains various natural phenols and flavonoids that have antioxidant activity.** These properties contribute to the herb's immune-modulating qualities, which support many aspects of well-being across body systems.** Studies have indicated the plant assists in upholding attention span and memory retention, as well as promoting overall cognitive function.** The herb has also been investigated for its effects on maintaining optimal blood lipid and blood glucose levels, already within normal range, suggesting its potential for supporting general cardiovascular health.** Further research has noted that the herb may additionally encourage digestive wellness.**
Bundles of the dried herb have been used in Native American "smudging" practices for centuries, with the aromatic smoke associated with cleansing and purification. Similarly, in aromatherapy practices the plant's essential oil is connected with qualities such as clarity, positivity and uplifting energy.** There are numerous varieties of the plant, including a purple cultivar, but Salvia officinalis is the most common kind for culinary and health applications. The clary variety (Salvia sclarea) of the herb is also renowned as an essential oil.
Sage supplements, essential oils and other products are sourced from the plant's fragrant leaves. Supplements are available in capsule and tea form. It is also sold as smudging bundles or incense. The herb's essential oil may be offered on its own or in beauty products such as lotions, soaps and shampoos.**
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Mon Mome is loaded for the double. He is heavily backed by punters to win the Aintree Grand National 2010 ahead of Big Fella Thanks, Tricky Trickster and Dessie Hughes' hopefuls Vic Venturi and Black Apalachi.
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Austrian psychiatrist who founded a school of thought based on the psychology of the individual and introduced the concept of the inferiority feeling (later called...
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January 1999; p ublished online February 2000 .
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Adler, Alfred (06 February 1870–28 May 1937), physician and psychological theorist, was born in Rudolfsheim, near Vienna, Austria, the son of Leopold Adler, a grain merchant, and Pauline...
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(1870–1937) Austrian psychologist
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Born 30 September 1899, in Paris; died, sent to Auschwitz in 1944.
Painter. Portraits, nudes, landscapes.
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in Brewer's Famous Quotations
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in Oxford Dictionary of Modern Quotations
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Adler, Alfred (1870–1937)
in Who's Who in the Twentieth Century
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Austrian psychiatrist who founded a school of thought based on the psychology of the individual and introduced the concept of the inferiority feeling (later called inferiority complex)....
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Elizabeth Martin.
in The New Oxford Dictionary for Scientific Writers and Editors
Austrian psychiatrist. Adjectival form: Adlerian.
Edited by Henry Garland and Mary Garland.
in The Oxford Companion to German Literature
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(Vienna, 1870–1937, Aberdeen),
was a pupil of S. Freud from 1902. In 1907 he began to develop his
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Sea rescue: Olympic swimmer saves tourist in Italy
Associated PressJul 9, 2019, 7:47 AM EDT
MILAN (AP) — A swimmer struggling in the sea off Sardinia soon discovered it was his lucky day.
Italian news agency ANSA says the male tourist got in trouble Sunday afternoon after his inflatable swan was carried away by the wind. According to a witness, the swimmer’s friends alerted a life guard — but someone else was closer by.
Retired world champion swimmer Filippo Magnini, a 2004 Olympic 4x200m freestyle bronze medalist, had no problem in reaching the man in a few quick strokes.
Magnini told La Gazzetta dello Sport that “the swimmer was in trouble. At a certain point, he got scared, couldn’t move and swallowed a bit of water. When I reached him, he couldn’t even speak.”
Magnini kept the man afloat until the lifeguard arrived.
“I did what I felt I should do,” Magnini said. “Swim as fast as I could to save him. The important thing is the swimmer is safe.”
The 37-year-old Magnini was swimming nearby with his girlfriend, Italian model and TV personality Giorgia Palmas.
Magnini, who won the 100m free at the 2005 and 2007 World Championships, received a four-year ban for doping in 2018 after he had retired. He never tested positive and denied any wrongdoing.
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2026 Winter Olympic host: Milan-Cortina
By Nick ZaccardiJun 24, 2019, 1:45 PM EDT
Italy will host the 2026 Winter Olympics and Paralympics, with Milan-Cortina d’Ampezzo winning an IOC vote over a Swedish-Latvian bid centered on Stockholm.
Milan-Cortina won with 47 votes to Stockholm–Åre’s 34 to become the first Olympics with multiple official host cities.
Italy boasted its public support (83 percent in a March IOC poll versus 55 percent in Sweden) and financial guarantees (Stockholm officials declined to sign the IOC’s host-city contract, leaving it to the smaller ski resort of Åre).
“I cannot look into the heads of my colleagues, but gathering a little bit the atmosphere when leaving the room, my assumption is that what was key and what finally made the difference was the gap in the public support,” said IOC President Thomas Bach, who was not among the voters. “This was, for many members, a clear signal. Public support offers goes hand in hand with political support. This was maybe also the reason then why the city of Stockholm was not ready to sign the host-city contract.”
The Games return to a traditional European site for the first time since Italy hosted in Torino in 2006 after Vancouver (2010), Sochi (2014), PyeongChang (2018) and Beijing (2022).
The two bids were left after five others dropped out for various reasons, all in 2018: Calgary, Canada; Erzurum, Turkey; Sapporo, Japan; Graz, Austria and Sion, Switzerland.
With the 2024 and 2028 Summer Games hosts both decided two years ago (Paris for 2024, Los Angeles for 2028), next up is the 2030 Winter Games. The U.S. has already said that if it bids, it will be with Salt Lake City, which held the 2002 Winter Olympics.
Italy will host the Winter Games for a third time after Cortina d’Ampezzo in 1956 and Torino in 2006.
Its bid presentation Monday included all three Italian 2018 Olympic champions speaking — Arianna Fontana (short track), Michela Moioli (snowboard cross) and Sofia Goggia (downhill). The presentation ended with 15-year-old short track speed skater Elisa Confortola addressing more than 80 IOC members.
Italy’s initial bid declaration in March 2018 was for a joint Milan-Torino candidate. Cortina was added within a week to make it a three-pronged bid. By September, Torino dropped out after political infighting, when a senior Italian official declared the bid “dead.” But the bid pressed on as Milan-Cortina, sites separated by more than 200 miles.
Sweden has finished second or third in all seven of its Winter Olympic bid votes, including six straight from 1984 through 2002, according to the OlyMADMen. Stockholm–Åre was trying to become the first Winter Games held in multiple countries, with Latvia holding bobsled, luge and skeleton. Sweden remains the nation with the most Winter Olympic gold medals yet to host a Winter Games.
“Our hope and expectation has been that the IOC would be ready to move from words to action and have confidence in Sweden’s ability to deliver the Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games based on our proposal and vision,” Stockholm–Åre said in a press release. “We neither want, nor can present, a concept that involves major government grants and guarantees – or change the legislation – for a sports competition.”
Stockholm mayor Anna König Jerlmyr sang a line from ABBA's "Dancing Queen" in front of IOC membership as part of the Swedish bit presentation earlier today. This song actually has an Olympic history, was performed at the Sydney 2000 Closing Ceremony by Kylie Minogue. pic.twitter.com/jBBGtwD5Bk
— Nick Zaccardi (@nzaccardi) June 24, 2019
The IOC praised how both bids fit with Agenda 2020 with 80 percent of the venues already existing or temporary and organizational budgets 20 percent lower than 2018 and 2022 cities.
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Proposed Dates: Feb. 6-22 (Olympics), March 6-15 (Paralympics)
Milan — Figure skating, hockey, short track
Cortina d’Ampezzo (220 miles northeast of Milan) — Alpine skiing (women), bobsled, luge, skeleton, curling, biathlon (Antholz)
Val di Fiemme (160 miles northeast of Milan) — Cross-country skiing, ski jumping, Nordic combined, speed skating (outdoors with roof plan)
Valtellina (85 miles northeast of Milan) — Alpine skiing (men, Bormio), freestyle skiing, snowboarding
Opening Ceremony — San Siro (home of AC Milan and Inter Milan)
Closing Ceremony — Verona Arena (Roman amphitheatre 90 miles east of Milan)
“Dreaming Together”
IOC Evaluation Group Report
“Milan and Cortina d’Ampezzo combine the advantages of a big European city and those of a popular mountain resort region in the Italian Alps. The candidature benefits from the region’s strong winter sports history, tradition and experience, as well as the Italians’ love and passion for sport. The project can also leverage the economic strength and prosperity of the northern Italian region. While planning is still at an early stage, the project has the potential to achieve the long-term goals of the cities and the region in line with Olympic Agenda 2020/New Norm.”
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Milano-Cortina elected as Host City for the Winter Olympic Games 2026 @MilanoCortina26 #MilanoCortina2026 pic.twitter.com/v9MHpRMfLB
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Milan-Cortina 2026 Winter Olympic bid fast facts
By OlympicTalkJun 21, 2019, 7:22 AM EDT
A look at the Milan-Cortina d’Ampezzo 2026 Winter Olympic bid ahead of the IOC’s vote on Monday to choose the host city …
Like its Swedish counterpart, Italy’s bid for the 2026 Winter Olympics has been in flux.
The initial declaration in March 2018 was for Milan and the 2006 Winter Games host of Turin. Cortina, which hosted Italy’s other Winter Olympics in 1956, was added within a week to make it a three-pronged candidate. By September, Turin dropped out after political infighting. The bid has since remained Milan-Cortina, sites separated by more than 200 miles.
Italy would make this history if elected Monday: No country has ever won two Winter (or Summer) Olympic bid elections against at least one other nation in a 20-year span and held the Winter (or Summer) Games twice in that stretch.*
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Rome bids for the 2020 and 2024 Summer Games were dropped for financial and political reasons.
Its bid presentation team for Monday’s vote includes Olympic champions Alberto Tomba (Alpine skiing) and Armin Zöggeler (luge).
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*The U.S. won bid city votes for 1960, 1976 and 1980, but Denver withdrew from hosting the 1976 Olympics and Lake Placid ended up the lone candidate in 1980. Innsbruck hosted the 1964 Winter Olympics and again in 1976, but it was chosen to host the latter after Denver withdrew. St. Moritz hosted the 1928 and 1948 Winter Games, but no other nations were formal candidates in those years. The U.S. hosted the 1984 and 1996 Summer Games, but it was the lone candidate for the former.
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New high-temperature device captures a broader solar wavelength spectrum, improves solar cell efficiency
by Optical Society of America
The schematic energy flow of standard and solar thermophotovoltaic (STPV) systems. In standard solar cells, a PV cell is directly illuminated by the sun. Whereas in STPV systems (b), an absorber placed between the sun and PV cell is heated by absorbing the broad solar spectrum. A thermal emitter connected to the absorber converts the heat into narrowband thermal radiation that illuminates the PV cell. The inset represents the schematic of the multilayer broadband absorber device. Credit: Manohar Chirumamilla
The photovoltaic (PV) cells in traditional solar cells convert sunlight efficiently within a narrow range of wavelengths determined by the material used in the PV cells. This limits their efficiency, as long wavelengths of sunlight are not converted at all and the energy of short wavelength light is largely wasted. Scientists have sought to increase the efficiency of photovoltaics by creating "multi-junction" solar cells, made from several different semiconductor materials that absorb at varying wavelengths of light. The problem is, such multi-junction cells are expensive to make.
Broadband solar absorption previously has been achieved using metal-insulator-metal (or MIM) resonators, which consist of an insulator sandwiched between a thick bottom and a thin top layer, each made of metals like chromium and gold. The metal components used in MIM resonators have relatively low melting points—temperatures that are reduced further when the materials are in very thin layers, as in the resonators, because of a phenomenon called melting point depression, in which the melting point of a material scales down as the dimensions of the material decrease. The metals in standard MIM resonators melt at around 500 degrees Celsius, hindering their usefulness in solar cells.
Now a group of researchers in Denmark have discovered an alternative method to capture a broad spectrum of sunlight using a heat-resistant device made of tungsten and alumina layers that can be fabricated using inexpensive and widely available film-deposition techniques. The researchers describe their work and the new material in a paper published this week in the journal Optical Materials Express, from The Optical Society (OSA).
"They are resistant to heat, including thermal shock, and exhibit stable physical and chemical properties at high temperatures," explained Manohar Chirumamilla of Aalborg University in Denmark, the first author of the new paper. This allows the absorbers to maintain their structural properties at very high temperatures.
In experiments, the new absorbers were shown to operate at a temperature of 800 degrees Celsius and to absorb light of wavelengths ranging from 300 to 1750 nanometers, that is, from ultraviolet (UV) to near-infrared wavelengths.
"MIM resonators absorbing in the spectral region from UV to near-infrared can be directly employed in different applications, such as solar TPV [thermophotovoltaic] /TPV systems and solar thermal systems," Chirumamilla said. "Other potential applications include in so-called tower power plants, where concentrated solar light generates steam to drive a generator."
"This is the first step in utilizing the energy of the sun in a more efficient way than with current solar cells," he added. "Using an emitter in contact with our absorber, the generated heat can then be used to illuminate a solar cell—which can then function more efficiently when it is placed directly in the sun."
Innovative solar absorber can harness more sunlight, enhancing its sunlight-to-heat efficiency
More information: Manohar Chirumamilla et al, Multilayer tungsten-alumina-based broadband light absorbers for high-temperature applications, Optical Materials Express (2016). DOI: 10.1364/OME.6.002704
Journal information: Optical Materials Express
Provided by Optical Society of America
Citation: New high-temperature device captures a broader solar wavelength spectrum, improves solar cell efficiency (2016, August 1) retrieved 17 July 2019 from https://phys.org/news/2016-08-high-temperature-device-captures-broader-solar.html
System converts solar heat into usable light, increasing solar cell's overall efficiency
Molten storage and thermophotovoltaics offer new solar power pathway
Myth-busting research into a new alternative solar cell material could lead to cheaper solar cells
Swapping tellurium for sulfur improves light absorption in organic solar cells
Making colorful buildings that convert solar light into energy
On the way to printable organic light emitting diodes
MEMS-in-the-lens architecture for laser scanning microscopy
Light-sensing system could show distant galaxies in unprecedented detail
Micro ring resonator has highest silicon carbide quality factor to date
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If the absorber/emitter was behind a thin film cell couldn't this improve domestic as well as industrial concentrated cell designs?
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Pills & Pillow-Talk
Carol Cooper – trained to observe, born to write.
A Family Doctor’s Casebook (part 1)
Posted in London, Pills by carolcooper
General practice partnerships are like marriage without the sex, muses Geoff as he installs himself at his consulting room desk. He knows that kind of marriage. Shoving aside the piles of letters that need answering, he begins tending to the sick of North London.
Geoff is a GP from my novels One Night at the Jacaranda and Hampstead Fever. Despite his problems and hang-ups, he’s everyone’s favourite. Geoff is a firm believer in the NHS, but the changes he’s seen in the 15 years since he qualified frustrate him immensely.
1 The first patient is a three-month old baby with the Lexus of pushchairs and a Yummy Mummy who reminds Geoff of his ex-wife. She begins by complaining about the 20-minute wait, and the perennial parking problems within a mile of the health centre. All this is extremely inconvenient as she’ll now be late for her Pilates.
Geoff asks what he can do for her.
“It’s Alistair’s head,” she throws down like a gauntlet.
She’s right in thinking her baby’s skull is a tad asymmetrical. Plagiocephaly is common now that babies all sleep on their backs. Geoff reassures her that it’ll right itself in time, once Alistair lifts his head and becomes more mobile.
Yummy Mummy is sceptical. “Doesn’t he need one of those special helmets?”
Geoff explains that there’s no evidence they help.
The mother seems unconvinced. She’ll probably go and splash out thousands of pounds on a contraption that will only cause discomfort and inconvenient. Still, she’s now ready to move on to the next symptom. The practice has a new policy of one symptom per consultation, which Geoff routinely ignores. It’s demeaning to patients and wastes everyone’s time in the end.
The rash on Alistair’s buttocks looks like a common yeast infection which should soon respond to the cream Geoff recommends. This pleases the mother, until Geoff asks her not to leave Alistair’s dirty nappy in his consulting room bin.
“I don’t want to stink out the car,” says Yummy Mummy.
Geoff eventually persuades her to take the offending object away, even though he thinks she’s likely to dump it in the waiting room on her way out.
2 Next it’s Mr Legg in his nineties, with an aching left knee. Sometimes it’s his right knee, and sometimes it’s both, which is no wonder since both legs are badly deformed by arthritis. He attends the health centre every couple of weeks, yet refuses hospital treatment. As he puts it, “I don’t want to be a bother. There’s plenty of younger folks who need it more.” Mr Legg adds that he doubts it’s arthritis anyway. “It’s probably just down to the shrapnel what got me during the war.”
Geoff asks where the shrapnel got him.
“In a little village near Germany, Doctor.”
3 It’s a relief to see that young Mohammed’s eczema is improving. For a long while, his mother believed that a mild steroid was totally unsuitable for a three-year old, but the cream, along with emollients, has made a huge difference. Mohammed sleeps well now that he doesn’t scratch himself to ribbons. All in all, he’s a happy chappy, apart from a streaming cold that’s not a problem until he flings himself at Geoff and plonks a kiss on his cheek.
Geoff usually washes his hands between consultations. Today he washes his face as well.
4 Now a young man sits before him. Unemployed, with a squat nose and tats up one arm. “Pain in me bollocks,” he says.
Might be a torsion. Uncommon in adults, Geoff knows, but, unless treated promptly, it can lead to gangrene of the testicle.
“Right. I need to take a look,” Geoff says, pulling the paper curtains across.
As he waits for the fellow to undress, he wipes the photo on his desk with a tissue. It’s Davey, aged four, at the beach in Norfolk. Happy days before the divorce.
“Ready yet?” Geoff calls out, increasingly aware of how late his clinic is running.
“Yeah. Course.”
Turns out the man is sitting fully clothed the other side of the drapes.
Patiently, Geoff explains what he needs to examine. Another three minutes pass while the man undresses.
On examination there’s nothing abnormal about the patient’s tackle, apart from the stink. Geoff peels off his gloves and flings them in the bin. “Hmm. All’s well there. When did you first get the pain?”
The man shrugs. “Maybe a week ago. But I ain’t got it no more, like. Not since I pulled that bird the other day.”
“Fair enough,” says Geoff, even though there’s nothing fair about it. The ugly, unemployed fucker gets laid just like that, while he, Geoff, has been celibate for ten months and counting.
Coming up soon, Geoff deals with a very personal problem. Meanwhile you may enjoy one of these posts:
How to Alienate Your Doctor in Ten Easy Steps
What Your Doctor is Really Saying
or, on a more serious note, an overview of sepsis in The Disease Nobody Knows About Until It’s Too Late.
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Mistakes to Avoid at the London Book Fair
Posted in London, Writing by carolcooper
The London Book Fair is now just days away. This year’s LBF takes place April 10-12. That’s three hectic days at Olympia, Kensington, with over 25,000 people attending.
This time around, the market focus is the Baltic Countries, but it’s an international fair bringing in exhibitors from over fifty countries, and some truisms apply every year. I’ve been going to the London Book Fair for a while now, so I’m confident in saying there are some things not to do (especially as some of them are mistakes I’ve made myself).
1 Thrust your manuscript into the hands of a publisher. Don’t even expect to speak to a publisher. The fair is still very much industry-led, and, if you don’t have an appointment, you won’t be able to see a publisher.
The last seven or eight years have seen the fair become more aware of authors, with the belated recognition of who it is that actually writes books. There’s a small area called Author HQ with a range of events relevant to writers, but LBF is still a trade exhibition, so it you can’t expect it to revolve around authors or would-be authors.
2 Try to find an agent. I reckon you’re more likely to win the lottery, even if you didn’t buy a ticket. You’ll even be pushed to chat with your own agent, if you’re lucky enough to have one. Literary agents are usually holed up for days at a time in the International Rights Centre, for which an appointment is needed.
3 Try to sell books. It’s a non-starter unless you booked a stand, which, as you might guess, is an expensive option.
4 Expect to buy lots of books. Although it would be mind-blowingly wonderful to visit such a massive bookstore, LBF isn’t one of them.
However, you may be able to buy one or two newly released paperbacks at one of the book launches at the fair. I’m looking forward to the latest novel from author Jane Davis.
5 Help yourself to books from the stands. There will be freebies like mints, keyrings, bookmarks, carrier bags, and the like, but the books on the various stands are there for show, to give visitors a view of a publisher’s range. So put that glossy tome back!
6 Ask a lot of stupid questions. Nobody expects you to know everything, but naivety has limits, and not every speaker is as patient or as courteous as romantic novelist Katie Fforde who, at one of her talks, was asked “How does one start to write a book?”
7 Wear high heels. Comfy shoes are the order of the week. Vertiginous heels may enable you to see over people’s heads, but they’ll soon become unbearable and LBF doesn’t sell foot plasters (is that a gap in the market?).
8 Expect to sit down. There is some seating here and there, though not much.
So why attend the fair at all if you’re an author?
Because of the insights you’ll gain into publishing, the chance to network or make new contacts, attending a few interesting talks, getting new marketing ideas, and the inspiration of hearing celebrated authors speak at Author of the Day events.
Will I see you there?
My London Book Fair 2017
London Book Fair aka #LBF14
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Meet the Addams Family
Liz Rico, Staff Writer|March 4, 2019
As you know, The Addams Family Musical took place in the auditorium on February 22, 23, and 24. The showing I reviewed took place on Friday 22 at 6:30 PM .
For those who don’t know what The Addams Family is about, it’s based off of a family consisting of: a father named Gomez (played by Andy Martinez), mother named Morticia (played by Aiyanna Johns), and their children Wednesday and Pugsley (played by Amanda Angeles and Gabby Kaiser), along with a few family members in the household.
Such as Grandma (played by Mika Dyo), Lurch (played by Chase McPherson), and Fester (Ben Rifkin). The play centers on this odd family and their peculiar home life, considered normal to them, but weird to outsiders.
A new family called the Beinekes, visit the Addams family due to their son, Lucas (played by Caleb Marsh) being involved with Wednesday, romantically. Their romance seems to be a complication between the two families. Overall the play had a focus on love, which is fitting for the month of February.
On opening night, a line of people stood to buy their tickets. As people entered the first thing noticed while entering is the orchestra. The play started with the curtains opening and the cast emerging from behind. The cast started with the opening song “When You’re an Addams” along with Gomez and Morticia dancing, with the family members doing solos and dancing as well.
Emerging from within the side doors, actors dressed as ghost flooded into the audience up onto stage. They were considered the Ancestors and often showed up a lot throughout the production, such as changing the scenes and often being in the background of scenes.
The most shocking detail is Wednesday changing from her usually mean demeanor to a more softer approach due to being in love. Of course the family find it strange as to Wednesday wanting things to be normal, when if fact there’s nothing normal about the Addams. The Beinekes as well question Lucas on how he found his partner and find their encounter strange.
Secrets were kept and differences made, these were almost enough to split the families as they venture on their own paths, reflecting on their struggles. But by the end of the play, all was resolved and both families were able to coexist as one.
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Kill the Bill, Not the Child - The lives of Northern Ireland's unborn babies are now in the hands of the DUP
– Kill the Bill, Not the Child – The lives of Northern Ireland's unborn babies are now in the hands of the DUP
We are urging all pro-life people to take action to ensure that abortion is not forced on Northern Ireland. The battle to protect the most defenceless in our society has accelerated rapidly as we are now facing the very real threat of a law being introduced that would legalise abortion-on-demand in Northern Ireland by 21st October 2019. We urgently need your help more than ever before.
Following the outrageous hijacking of the Northern Ireland (Executive Formation) Bill by extremist pro-abortion MPs, we need the DUP to step up and tell the Government that this will not be tolerated.
We are asking the DUP to declare this a ‘Constitutional Crisis’ and immediately tell the Conservative Government that, unless the Bill to legalise abortion here is withdrawn immediately, they will withdraw from the ‘Confidence and Supply Agreement’ that is propping up the Conservative Government.
The ‘Confidence and Supply Agreement’ between the two parties promises that the Conservatives “…will always uphold the consent principle and the democratic wishes of the people of Northern Ireland. The Conservative Party will never countenance any constitutional arrangements that are incompatible with the consent principle…”
This Bill however, does not uphold the democratic wishes of the people here, who have consistently voted for pro-life politicians to represent their views. In reality, this disturbing Bill overrides the entire democratic will of the people here and shows an utter contempt for the people of Northern Ireland and our elected representatives.
It is truly outrageous that this clause was even selected for a vote by the Speaker’s office. What is even more outrageous and heinous is that MPs from England, Scotland and Wales cared so little for the principles of devolution and voted with a resounding majority to erode the basic democratic right of the people of Northern Ireland to decide their own laws.
Furthermore, the passing of this Bill represents an appalling attack on the Good Friday Agreement. The Good Friday Agreement was about respecting devolution, and founded on the principles of full respect for, and equality of, civil, political, economic, social and cultural rights, of freedom from discrimination for all citizens, and of parity of esteem and of just and equal treatment for the identity, ethos and aspirations of both communities.
This Bill has been fast-tracked through Parliament, but it is our understanding that the Government could withdraw this legislation at any time before it receives Royal Assent.
The DUP are now the last line of defence in this ferocious attack on our unborn babies and their mothers in Northern Ireland. Together, we must demand that the DUP take urgent action against this profoundly damaging, undemocratic Bill that will lead to the deaths of thousands of babies in Northern Ireland.
We need you to tell the DUP – “the lives of our unborn babies are in YOUR hands.” We need to demand that the DUP put serious pressure on the Government to withdraw this cruel and extreme Bill.
We only have a very short time left to act to save our pro-life laws. So many defenceless future unborn babies are relying on our actions TODAY !
We are therefore urging you to contact the DUP’s 10 MPs, and also your local DUP MLA, to demand that they use their power to step in and ensure this atrocious Bill is stopped in its tracks. Without this intervening action of the DUP, we are facing the introduction of one of the most extreme, liberal and shocking abortion regimes in the world.
You can find contact details of your DUP MPs here and your local DUP MLAs here
Or alternatively, here is a list of the ten DUP MPs:
MP Sammy Wilson – barronj@parliament.uk
MP David Simpson – simpsond@parliament.uk
MP Jim Shannon – jim.shannon.mp@parliament.uk
MP Gavin Robinson – gavin.robinson.mp@parliament.uk
MP Ian Paisley – ian.paisley.mp@parliament.uk
MP Emma Little Pengelly – emma.littlepengelly.mp@parliament.uk
MP Paul Girvan – paul.girvan.mp@parliament.uk
MP Sir Jeffrey M. Donaldson – jeffrey.donaldson.mp@parliament.uk
MP Nigel Dodds – doddsn@parliament.uk
MP Gregory Campbell –fieldingm@parliament.uk
Please take a few moments to send them an email. Together, we can ensure that in Northern Ireland, abortion is kept not only illegal but unthinkable.
Thank you for your help in this extremely urgent campaign,
Bernadette Smyth,
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Schwab Introduces New U.S. Aggregate Bond Exchange-Traded Fund (ETF)
Schwab U.S. Aggregate Bond ETF™ Provides Broad Exposure to U.S. Taxable Bond Market
Schwab Investor Services News
Thursday, July 14, 2011 6:30 am PDT
"We have seen tremendous demand for a single vehicle that provides a core, diversified U.S. fixed income allocation, and the Schwab U.S. Aggregate Bond ETF seeks to do just that, at an exceptional value"
SAN FRANCISCO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Charles Schwab, a marketplace leader of ETFs, today announced the launch of Schwab U.S. Aggregate Bond ETF™ (SCHZ), the fourteenth and most recent fund to join Schwab’s line up of proprietary ETFs. The Schwab U.S. Aggregate Bond ETF offers low-cost, single-investment exposure to four major sectors of the investment grade, taxable U.S. bond market: Treasuries, government agencies, corporate and securitized bonds.
The Schwab U.S. Aggregate Bond ETF began trading on July 14, 2011. It has the lowest operating expense ratio among ETFs in the Morningstar Intermediate Term Bond category1. Like all other Schwab ETFs™, the fund can be bought and sold commission-free** online in Schwab accounts.
“We have seen tremendous demand for a single vehicle that provides a core, diversified U.S. fixed income allocation, and the Schwab U.S. Aggregate Bond ETF seeks to do just that, at an exceptional value,” said John Sturiale, vice president of product management at Schwab. “We are pleased to offer investors exposure to the overall U.S. bond market through the lowest-cost ETF in its Morningstar asset category.”
The Schwab U.S. Aggregate Bond ETF seeks to track, as closely as possible, before fees and expenses, the total return of the Barclays Capital U.S. Aggregate Bond IndexSM. The index is a broad-based benchmark that tracks the performance of the taxable, investment grade U.S. bond market, including Treasuries, government-related and corporate bonds, mortgage pass-through securities, commercial mortgage-backed securities and asset-backed securities that are publicly available for sale in the United States. The securities in the index must be fixed rate, non-convertible, U.S. dollar-denominated with at least $250 million or more of outstanding face value and have one or more years remaining to maturity. As of June 30, 2011, Barclays Capital U.S. Bond Index held 7,979 bonds.
Charles Schwab continues to be a leader in the retail ETF market, with $124 billion in assets custodied on its platform as of June 30, 2011. Schwab ETFs had $4.4 billion in assets as of June 30, 2011. In the second quarter of 2011, U.S. fixed income ETF assets at Schwab increased by 11.5 percent.
Schwab ETF ETF symbol & expense ratio comparison1
Bond ETFs Schwab Vanguard iShares SPDRs
NEW! Schwab U.S. Aggregate Bond ETF™ SCHZ
0.10% BND
0.22% LAG
Schwab U.S. TIPS ETF™ SCHP
0.14% N/A TIP
0.20% IPE
Schwab Short-Term U.S. Treasury ETF™ SCHO
0.12% N/A SHY
0.15% N/A
Schwab Intermediate-Term U.S. Treasury ETF™ SCHR
0.12% N/A IEI
0.15% ITE
Domestic Equity ETFs Schwab Vanguard iShares SPDRs
Schwab U.S. Broad Market ETF™ SCHB
0.06% VTI
0.07% IWV
0.21% TMW
Schwab U.S. Large-Cap ETF™ SCHX
0.08% VOO
0.06% IVV
0.09% SPY
Schwab U.S. Large-Cap Growth ETF™ SCHG
0.13% VUG
0.12% IVW
0.18% SPYG
Schwab U.S. Large-Cap Value ETF™ SCHV
0.13% VTV
0.12% IVE
0.18% SPYV
Schwab U.S. Mid-Cap ETF™ SCHM
0.13% VO
0.12% IJH
0.22% MDY
Schwab U.S. Small-Cap ETF™ SCHA
0.13% VB
0.17% IJR
0.20% SLY
Schwab U.S. REIT ETF™ SCHH
0.13% VNQ
0.12% IYR
0.47% RWR
International Equity ETFs Schwab Vanguard iShares SPDRs
Schwab International Equity ETF™ SCHF
0.13% VEA
0.12% EFA
0.35% CWI
Schwab International Small-Cap Equity ETF™ SCHC
0.35% VSS
0.33% SCZ
0.40% GWX
Schwab Emerging Markets Equity ETF™ SCHE
0.25% VWO
0.22% EEM
0.69% GMM
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In addition to the impressive value of its proprietary ETFs, Schwab offers a host of resources to help clients choose ETFs that fit their investment needs, including the Schwab ETF Select List; tutorials, research and tools available via Schwab’s online ETF center; and live events at local Schwab branches.
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Alt-J announce new album Relaxer, share "3WW"
Listen to their new single now
Gabriel Green
On June 9, Alt-J will release their new album, Relaxer. It will be their first album since 2014’s This is All Yours. The announcement comes with the release of the album’s first single, “3WW”. You can listen to that below via Apple Music and Spotify.
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02 In Cold Blood
03 House of the Rising Sun
04 Hit Me Like That Snare
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06 Adeline
07 Last Year
08 Pleader
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Keidel: Ravens-Steelers Proved Why Football Is The Best Sport On The Planet
Filed Under:Jason Keidel, NFL, Ravens, Steelers
(Photo by Joe Sargent/Getty Images)
By Jason Keidel
If you wonder why the NFL is our biggest, richest, and most essential sport, take a gander at this past weekend.
It’s Week 16, just seven days before the end of the regular season, and all but two of the games carried serious playoff pertinence. (The exceptions were Cleveland vs San Diego and Los Angeles vs San Francisco.)
And, starting with the Giants-Eagles on Thursday night, Christmas weekend stuffed a slew of division rivals and postseason jousting under our trees.
And it was most fitting that the best game of the weekend came on Christmas Day, when the Baltimore Ravens crashed into the Pittsburgh Steelers, at Heinz Field. While Baltimore had a recent series edge (5-2 over the last seven meetings), nearly every game, no matter the state or status of either team, is usually decided by a field goal or less and always a touchdown or less.
As if these teams needed incentive to pummel each other, there was more than normal. The winner would bag the top-spot in the AFC North. Though the Steelers (10-5) entered the game with a one-game lead on the Ravens (8-7), a Baltimore win would have all but secured the division, with two victories over the Steelers serving as supreme tiebreaker.
So it should shock no one that Sunday’s game belonged under the tree, over the Menorah, and on the Yule Log. (Or splashed across the sprawling screen in Times Square.) A game that had more hits and momentum shifts than Tyson-Holyfield, the Steelers seemed to take a secure, 24-20 lead with 7:16 left in the game.
Unless, of course, you’ve watched and winced over these games for a decade.
Baltimore stormed back, muscling ahead, 27-24, on an absurd ten-yard TD run by a constellation of consonants named Kyle Juszczyk, who ran like a rhino over the Steelers defenders. It seems Mr. Juszcyk is a Harvard man, and it likely takes an Ivy League tongue to pronounce his name. But the language of this bloody rivalry is universal — pain and punishment and playoff spots to be won.
Then, with 1:18 left, Big Ben got the ball at Pittsburgh’s 25-yard-line. He needed about 50 yards to set up a game-tying field goal, but there was a sense among the team, media, and masses that the Steelers had to slam the gate on this game. With all the brutality and attrition and litany of injuries on Pittsburgh’s sideline, they didn’t have a fifth quarter in them. So they marched methodically down the field, using Big Ben’s arm and field awareness, firing a slew of short passes until they nudged the ball deep into Baltimore territory.
With just 13 seconds left in the game, Roethlisberger took the snap and scanned the field. With zero timeouts left, he knew a running play would not work, as the final seconds would bleed off before he could spike the ball and set up for the game-tying FG. Two cracks at the end zone would work. If the first pass is incomplete, you can either try one more or rush in the special teams.
But Big Ben flung the ball to Antonio Brown at the two-yard-line. As soon as the ball slapped against his chest, a gaggle of Ravens jumped him, shoving him away from the end zone. As only the great ones do, Brown somehow kept his ground, unfurled his right arm, and flashed the ball over the goal line. There were a few seconds left, and the formality of the kickoff, but the game was won, 31-27. If Brown doesn’t find the talent and temerity to inch the pigskin over the goal line, the Steelers lose the game, and the season.
Even by the stellar standards these teams set over the epoch, this was a glittering finish.
Rivalries are what make pro football – among many sports – so interesting and intense. Nothing drains the adrenal gland like Borg/McEnroe or Larry/Magic or Michigan/Ohio State. Ask a Bostonian how he feels about the Yankees, or the reverse.
Generally, a great NFL feud has to be traced back to black & white, to old NFL Films and the Philadelphia Philharmonic, with John Facenda’s booming baritone musing over autumn winds and pirates. Footage of Lombardi and Halas stalking the sideline, whispers of white breath puffing from their mouths on the Frozen Tundra or a frigid Soldier Field.
But the Ravens were hatched in 1996. Then a single draft pick changed the name, game, and identity of the club forever. Ray Lewis. Then came Ed Reed and the rest, making the black & gold feel black & blue for 20 years. And Baltimore replaced the Browns and Bengals (and the Oilers, if you recall) as Pittsburgh’s eternal tormentors.
A bunch of bruising games played out across your flatscreen over the weekend. The Steelers weren’t the only team tested and tormented and triumphant. It only felt that way, Which is why theirs may be the best rivalry in the nation, and why the NFL is the best sport on the planet.
Twitter: @JasonKeidel
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The message from China to our PM (roughly translated) is ‘suck it up, Kiwis’
tutere44 Foreign affairs April 4, 2019 2 Minutes
So what has happened to New Zealand’s “independent” foreign policy and how “independent” is it when NZ’s leader has to sit and take a lecture on “trust” from the world’s most powerful dictator?
Our question is prompted by the editorial writer in the NZ Herald who wrote:
“If appearances count, the Prime Minister has made a successful trip to China. Jacinda Ardern could hardly have put her recent global acclaim to better use than to give China a signal of how much this country values the trading relationship”.
Hello! Did she have to travel to Beijing to do that?
Again, according to the NZ Herald editorial writer, President Xi delivered a message in making the statement
“Our two sides must trust each other.”
According to the editorial, “we must take to heart” this message.
In other words, suck it up, Kiwis.
President Xi told Ardern in their face-to-face dialogue China sees in NZ a sincere friend and cooperation partner.
Well, thanks.
“During the past 47 years of diplomatic ties, China-NZ relations have made historic strides and have become one of the closest between China and Western developed countries. Now the bilateral relationship faces new opportunities of development. Our two sides must trust each other, pursue mutual benefit and strive to open up new grounds in our bilateral relations.“
What are those opportunities? Where is the upgrade to the free trade agreement which has been under “negotiation” for several years? Where are the measures to give NZ the same treatment as Australia got in its revised FTA?
If Xi and Ardern were speaking on a one-to-one basis, wouldn’t it have been reasonable for her to say: “We need what Australia got, and we need it now. Let’s do it”.
Or is that a phrase we use only at home?
New Zealanders would like to know more about the “new opportunities of development” which President Xi spoke about, so long as they don’t have to bend the knee to find out.
But, according to the NZ Herald, if there’s a problem in the relationship, it’s NZ fault. Ardern had to go to China on a “political repair mission”.
Apparently that was due to the coalition government’s “mishandling” of the relationship in its first year of office.
“Too much of the country’s foreign policy was left in the hands of NZ First. Speeches by Foreign Minister Winston Peters and Defence Minister Ron Mark sided too much with the US at a time of tension between the Trump Administration and China”.
Hello, again.
The NZ Herald seems to think the Trump Administration is something other than the democratically elected government of the US. The corollary is we should be more chummy with the despotic mob in Beijing.
Bilateral trade between China and NZ is worth $30bn a year, sure, but that does not mean to say we have to sacrifice our independent foreign policy and become sycophants of China’s authoritarian rulers.
If push comes to shove in the South Pacific, who would Australia and NZ turn to for protection?
Oh, well at least New Zealanders can be pleased that Ardern’s debut visit to Beijing has resulted in a “welcome reset” in the relationship with NZ’s major trading partner.
That’s the view of the Herald’s Fran O’Sullivan (who flew to Beijing to report on the exchanges between Ardern and her Chinese hosts, courtesy of Air NZ).
The talks did not produce any immediate gains for NZ business. But there has been a re-commitment to the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership between China and NZ.
And that’s important, apparently.
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2 thoughts on “The message from China to our PM (roughly translated) is ‘suck it up, Kiwis’”
Odysseus says:
Our media regularly disgrace themselves through their venal adulation of China. And our main political parties are happy to take money from the Chinese Communist Party through its United Front operatives here. New Zealanders should be very angry at being sold out to a vile dictatorship but appear too easily distracted or ignorant to care. Not a brighter future.
Rascally_Rabbit says:
I don’t know why I should be surprised but I was genuinely shocked by that Herald editorial, I thought it may have been some sort of bizzare attempt at satire, or a guest editorial from the People’s Daily but sadly that appears not to be the case.
As Odysseus says it appeared to be yet another example of the New Zealand media disgracing itself when it comes to China commentary.
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Federer confirms Paris Masters participation
Roger Federer attends a training session during the ATP World Tour Masters 1000 - Rolex Paris Masters - indoor tennis tournament at The AccorHotels Arena in Paris. Photo: AFP
Roger Federer on Tuesday confirmed his participation at this year’s Paris Masters after a three-year absence.
The Swiss world number three will play the winner of the tie between France’s Jo-Wilfried Tsonga and Croatia’s Milos Raonic on Wednesday after receiving a bye in the first round.
“I prefer playing to training as long as I don’t take any risks ahead of the London Masters, (November 11-18),” Federer said.
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“I feel like I’ve recovered well after last week. I feel good today (Tuesday),” he added after winning the Swiss indoor championships in Basel on Sunday.
Federer’s only tournament victory in Bercy came in 2011. On his last appearance in 2015, he was knocked out by American Jon Isner in the Round of 16.
Meanwhile, French hopes of success were dented when Pierre-Hugues Herbert, Jeremy Chardy and Benoit Paire were knocked-out in the first round on Tuesday.
World number 57 Herbert was beaten by Kazakhstan’s Mikail Kukushkin in three sets (3-6, 6-3, 7-5) while Jeremy Chardy, ranked 40th, lost 6-4, 6-4 to Spain’s Fernando Verdasco.
The 56th-ranked Paire made the opening round through the qualifiers but lost 6-4, 6-4 to Hungary’s Marton Fucsovics.
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Steffen Baldwin October 1, 2016
As a former Shelter Director who has borne the brunt of criticism more than once during my time caring for animals in an open-intake environment, it pains me to write this article. However, when a wrong is committed on the magnitude and scale that was committed at the Franklin County Dog Shelter in Columbus, Ohio last week, I have no choice but to speak up and write this important article.
You see, over the past week, countless unimaginable wrongs were committed under the roof of the multi-million dollar county dog shelter — wrongs which resulted in the senseless killing of nearly 100 healthy dogs after ONE positive distemper test result.
Throughout the following week (which was arguably the most dysfunctional week in shelter history), county leadership ignored public outcry, misled constituents, and shut out groups and individuals who stood by with open arms to help the shelter during this period.
Sadly, Franklin County officials have a lengthy track record of arrogantly believing that the public deserves no voice in how our county’s animals should be cared for while at the Franklin County Dog Shelter.
Let me be clear in my outrage with some additional context.
By September 10th, ONE dog had tested positive for distemper. Just one. And in response, on September 10th alone, at least 52 dogs were immediately euthanized. Please keep in mind that none of these dogs were tested for distemper.
Source: Wikimedia Commons
Only after the public mobilized in outrage and demanded answers did Shelter Director Don Winstel finally provide any explanation. He claimed the dogs were killed because they were classified as “high risk,” mostly due to behavior – behavior which, according to Winstel, made them “unlikely to be able to handle a quarantine period.”
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They didn’t have a contagious, life-threatening disease. They weren’t suffering so badly that euthanasia was the most humane option. It was simply assumed that if they were quarantined, their behavior would deteriorate to a point that they would need to be euthanized.
Protesters at the Franklin County Dog Shelter. Source: Alisha Westerman
Among those killed was a litter of eight puppies and their mother, Grace. The puppies were brought to the shelter to be surrendered while a rescue organization stood at the door ready to intercept them. The reputable rescue has worked closely with the shelter for a long time, pulling dogs weekly and providing them with excellent care. The rescue was equipped with a veterinarian and a medical plan to quarantine the dogs.
The rescue was turned away in the front lobby; the dogs were instead brought into the contaminated environment where they would be killed less than 12 hours later at the command of Director Don Wintsel.
Source: Pexels
In the days that followed, Director Don Winstel and county officials (particularly Commissioner John O’Grady) spent their time ignoring questions, ignoring protests, and backpedaling while trying to cover up their own mistakes with half-truths and weak deflection tactics.
It should be noted that distemper is a highly contagious infection that can be fatal, and like most things, prevention is the key.
That means VACCINATE YOUR PETS.
You, as the owners. First and foremost.
However, not everybody does or ever will vaccinate their pets, and open-intake shelters have absolutely no idea what will come through their doors.
Which is exactly why shelter protocols — put together using the latest industry standards and expert studies, to make sure that the most humane decisions are made that keep both the animals and the public safe — are absolutely critical.
But according to Kaye Dickson, the former Franklin County Dog Shelter Director (from March 2015 to March 2016), “the county had absolutely no protocols or procedures in place for dealing with infectious disease control.” Dickson, who was praised by county officials when she was hired AND when she resigned her post in order to run for Sheriff, said,
“Had I still been in charge as Director, I would have immediately notified the public (regardless of county approval) and then immediately contacted the advocate and rescue community for an emergency conference to discuss best next steps.”
However, in talking to shelter staff, and veterinarians contracted with the Franklin County Dog Shelter who wished to remain anonymous, requests had been sent to County officials for TWO YEARS to implement an infectious control policy. Those requests were ignored.
If we want to change things for the better at the Franklin County Dog Shelter, it is critical that we direct that frustration at the guilty parties: in this case, Director Don Winstel and Franklin County Commissioner John O’Grady.
Let me explain why.
Director Winstel ran the Franklin County Dog Shelter from 2009 to 2011. During his reign as Director he euthanized more dogs than any other Director in nearly 10 years. He openly discriminated against pit bulls — in fact, the majority of the thousands of dogs he euthanized each year were healthy, happy dogs Winstel visually identified as “pit bulls”.
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So what were their crimes? Why did they deserve to die? According to Winstel, simply because they were born as blocky-headed wiggle butts.
But the even more critical reason that so many of us are outraged: distemper.
I spoke to Dr. Ellen Jefferson about distemper in shelters. Dr. Jefferson is the Executive Director of Austin Pets Alive, the largest No-Kill City and community in the United States, with an outstanding 94.7% save rate for the city’s dogs and cats. Dr. Jefferson is a featured speaker at conferences for Maddie’s Fund, Best Friends Animal Society, and the No Kill Advocacy Center.
Here is what Dr. Jefferson said about distemper in shelters:
“Distemper is a devastating disease, but it can be effectively managed and limited in a shelter, especially with the help of the community. Although it enters a shelter through a community dog, it is a shelter (or densely populated area) disease. Dogs are generally immune if they have had vaccines on board for at least 2 weeks. Separating dogs into areas based on vaccine status can help, as well as removing any obviously ill dogs into foster if possible and resident dogs are fully vaccinated. You can’t take it lightly, but killing because of exposure is no longer acceptable. The old days of depopulating ‘to be safe’ are thankfully over.”
I also spoke to Dr. Katy Nelson about distemper. Dr. Katy Nelson is an associate veterinarian at the Belle Haven Animal Medical Centre in Alexandria, VA. as well as the host and executive producer of “The Pet Show with Dr. Katy” on Washington D.C.’s News Channel 8. She also serves as a pet health expert on numerous national television shows, including Nat Geo Wild, and serves as the Medical Director of Pet Health for Live In the Now.
Source: Teresa Alexander-Arab / Flickr
Dr. Katy said, “No shelter is immune to viral disease outbreaks, and an outbreak of a disease like distemper is a lot of work to manage. But depopulation of an entire population of exposed, but possibly healthy dogs, is much harder to handle. Depopulation is a very formal way of saying ‘mass euthanasia,’ and is only ONE solution in a viral outbreak within a shelter…and should always be considered the final solution after all other methods have been exhausted. Shelters need to know that there are resources available and should feel comfortable asking for help. Ignoring an illness, and not informing the community of what is occurring, is not only harmful to a shelter’s reputation, but to the community itself.”
Source: Brian George / Flickr
Finally, as a former Shelter Director, I turned to one of my own expert sources: the University of California, Davis and the Koret Shelter Medicine Program. Regarding distemper, the Shelter Medicine Program says,
“..Not all exposed dogs will become infected. Due to varying levels of maternal antibody, it is not even uncommon for only some members of a litter to develop disease. The risk of infection depends on the animal’s individual immune and vaccination status, the overall cleanliness of the environment and the level of proximity between the exposed and infected animal.
“The most important factor in disease risk is vaccination: a ‘fully’ vaccinated animal over four months of age is at very low risk of CDV infection. However, even incompletely vaccinated animals may survive a possible exposure…. If a single case occurs in an area where all animals have been vaccinated and environmental spread risk is deemed low based on the above listed factors, further steps to mitigate risk may not be necessary.”
Source: Brian Kelly / Flickr
The Shelter Medicine Program’s information sheet continues,
“Dogs with no current or historical clinical signs can be tested for antibody titers. In these dogs, a positive titer indicates probable protection even if they have been exposed to the virus…. Asymptomatic adult dogs testing positive for protective titers are at low risk for developing distemper infection. It is reasonable to move these dogs through the shelter as usual rather than placing them in quarantine.
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“Interpretation of titers in dogs < 5 months of age is a little less clear-cut, as positive titers may reflect either an active immune response or waning maternal antibody. Puppies testing positive are likely low risk but this is less certain than with adults and immunity may rapidly wane. These puppies are relatively safe to move to adoption or rescue…
“Establishing risk categories for exposed animals also limits the number of dogs who need quarantine, isolation, or special rescue. When the number who would need something special falls to only those who are truly at risk, often the situation turns quickly from unimaginable to manageable.”
A protester at the Franklin County Dog Shelter. Source: Alisha Westerman
Here is the series of events that led to the unnecessary euthanization of 99 dogs:
August 31st: A dog named Maya (patient zero) was humanely euthanized at the Franklin County Dog Shelter. Adopted and returned, Maya was very sick and it was suspected that she had distemper, so tests were sent out. At this point the shelter does nothing to inform the public, or even shelter volunteers (I should know, I am one) who come into the shelter regularly.
September 3rd: Test results come back positive for one case of distemper. County KNEW FOR SURE. Shelter announces sale (?!) — $18 adoption fee, 100 dogs adopted out to the public.
September 4th-5th: Shelter Dog Adoption Sale continues despite shelter and county knowledge that a dog tested positive for distemper.
September 4th: Shelter hosts public adoption event “Mingle With The Mutts,” exposing more public dogs, and dogs from rescues who attend the event to help get their own dogs adopted (or in this case, infected). Shelter also attends community dog event, “Yappy Hour” with four shelter dogs and many rescue dogs and public dogs, all drinking out of the same water bowls and congregating together.
September 5th: Shelter does NOTHING.
September 8th: Shelter began consulting with “experts” and informed the public. Those experts refuse to come forward to this day to back what the shelter did next… FIVE DAYS after doing absolutely nothing.
September 9th-11th: Shelter closes, begins mass euthanasia of “high-risk” dogs. High risk dogs include dogs “whose behavior assumes they would not be able to handle a quarantine period.”
September 10th: 52 dogs euthanized. Virtually every dog euthanized did not test positive for distemper. Almost every dog was euthanized because it was presumed their behavior would not handle a quarantine period.
September 16th: Shelter tests all the dogs in the facility, utilizing the University of Wisconsin’s School of Veterinary Medicine.
September 16th-21st: 48 more dogs euthanized, bringing the total number euthanized to 99.
September 21st: University of Wisconsin’s School of Veterinary Medicine test results come back after all dogs were finally tested for distemper. All 137 tests have come back negative. The quarantine period that most dogs were preemptively killed for wasn’t necessary once the dogs were tested.
September 22nd: Shelter re-opens.
Source: David Wood / Flickr
When asked by local media how this situation could have been handled better, Director Wintsel replied, “I can’t come up with a specific thing we should have done differently.”
If you’d like to help local advocates as they continue to fight these practices, consider signing this Peace for Paws Ohio petition, which will be sent to Commissioners John O’Grady, Marilyn Brown, and Paula Brooks.
Header image via Rafael Castillo / Flickr
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Steffen Baldwin
Steffen Baldwin is the Founder, President & CEO of the Animal Cruelty Task Force, owner of Save Them Dog Training, Chief Humane Agent for Union County, a co-founder of the Ohioans Against Breed Discrimination, the Ohio representative for the Anti Dog Fighting Coalition, and a freelance blogger focusing primarily on dog behavior and animal welfare. Steffen is vocal about the need for increased humane education, and he travels across the State of Ohio teaching dog safety classes to children and dog behavior classes to law enforcement officers in an effort to reduce children being bitten by dogs, as well as dogs being shot by law enforcement. Steffen is an Army veteran who lives in Richwood, Ohio with his son Evan and his seven personal dogs and six to eight foster dogs.
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Categories: Desserts, Vegetarian
Bitter Almond Panna Cotta
By David Karp | Feb. 20, 2002
To meet Paul Schrade, a tall, white-haired 77-year-old with a gently bemused smile, you'd never suspect that he's obsessed with a poisonous nut. Mention the bitter almond, however, and the retired union organizer won't stop talking about how--on a culinary ... Read more
Total time: 15 minutes plus 2 hours standing and 6 hours chilling | Serves 5
Note: Campanile has long taken a lively interest in the sourcing and cooking of bitter almonds, assisted by Paul Schrade, the restaurant's indefatigable forager. In addition to this recipe, pastry chef Kim Boyce also prepares bitter almond ice cream and stollen using marzipan paste from Mandelin (Vetsch Farms).
1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon sugar
40 bitter almonds, finely chopped (2 ounces), or 2 teaspoons almond extract
2 teaspoons unflavored gelatin
3 tablespoons cold water
Step 1Using your fingers, lightly coat 5 (5-ounce) ramekins with oil.
Step 2Combine the cream, milk and sugar in a saucepan and cook over medium heat for 5 minutes. Add the almonds, whisk to combine and set aside. Allow the almonds to infuse for 2 hours. If using extract, heat the cream, milk and sugar, whisk to combine and then remove from the heat. When cool, add the almond extract.
Step 3Place the gelatin in a large stainless steel mixing bowl. Pour the water over the gelatin, adding more water if necessary to moisten all the gelatin.
Step 4Place the mixing bowl over a saucepan of barely simmering water and heat until the gelatin melts, about 30 seconds. Do not stir the gelatin, as it will scald on the sides of the mixing bowl. Turn off the heat and keep the gelatin warm.
Step 5Bring the almond mixture to a boil, pour over the gelatin and whisk to combine. Strain the mixture through a fine mesh stainless steel strainer to remove the bitter almonds, if you used them.
Step 6Ladle the mixture into the prepared ramekins and refrigerate for 6 to 8 hours.
Step 7To unmold the panna cotta, dip the bottoms in simmering water for a few seconds and invert onto a plate.
371 calories; 59 mg sodium; 113 mg cholesterol; 31 grams fat; 19 grams saturated fat; 17 grams carbohydrates; 6 grams protein; 0 fiber.
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To meet Paul Schrade, a tall, white-haired 77-year-old with a gently bemused smile, you'd never suspect that he's obsessed with a poisonous nut. Mention the bitter almond, however, and the retired union organizer won't stop talking about how--on a culinary tour of Sicily in 1990--he fell in love with its powerful, unique flavor, which gives marzipan and almond milk their characteristic taste. Even after he was told that raw bitter almonds contained a form of cyanide and were illegal in the Unites States, Schrade was fascinated.
"I thought, 'European chefs make good use of bitter almonds for cooking and baking--why shouldn't we?'" he says.
Through his second career as a bakery consultant and forager for Campanile restaurant, Schrade sought to spur a revival of the ancient Mediterranean flavoring in California. Undeterred, or perhaps intrigued, by the nut's sinister reputation--spread by mystery tales in which the detective sniffed the odor of bitter almonds on a cyanide victim's breath--he sleuthed relentlessly for sources and information.
He learned that most of the original wild species of almonds were bitter, but that, as the nuts came into cultivation thousands of years ago, farmers began concentrating their crops toward sweet types, the kind grown today in California.
A recessive gene causes bitter almond trees to produce in their shoots, leaves and kernels a toxic compound called amygdalin, which serves as a chemical defense against being eaten. When amygdalin is moistened, it splits into edible benzaldehyde, which provides an intense almond aroma and flavor, and deadly hydrocyanic acid, a fast-acting inhibitor of the respiratory system.
The lethal dose of raw bitter almonds depends on the size of the nuts, their concentration of amygdalin and the consumer's sensitivity. But scientists estimate that a 150-pound adult might die from eating between 10 and 70 raw nuts, and a child from ingesting just a few.
In any case, although it may be safe for most adults to nibble a raw bitter almond to experience its intense flavor, that would be unpleasant to most people. The nuts are not meant to be eaten as a snack food like regular almonds: They're used as a spice, like nutmeg or cinnamon.
Schrade, who studied organic chemistry at Yale, learned that because hydrocyanic acid vanishes into the air when heated, cooking destroys the poison in bitter almonds and allows them to lend their flavor to a wide range of dishes, both traditional and modern.
In the course of his explorations, Schrade found several California chefs eager to cook with bitter almonds. At the center of this informal network is Tim Woods of Echo restaurant in Fresno, famed for his zealous use of local ingredients.
Since bitter almonds are usually not available commercially, he harvests his nuts from nearby wild and backyard trees, and uses them to add a pleasing bite to the richness of bread pudding with caramel and to stone-fruit cobblers. He also shares his supplies with Sean Lippert, formerly chef of Across the Street in New York, for her bitter almond granita, and with Judy Rodgers of Zuni Cafe in Berkeley and Kim Boyce, pastry chef of Campanile, who both use the nuts to flavor panna cotta and ice cream.
Until recent decades, most Mediterranean almond orchards were grown from seed, and the shuffling of genes resulted in a mix of bitter almond trees among the sweet. Growers liked to keep a few bitter trees around because they helped to pollinize the sweet varieties. The inclusion of bitter nuts gave snackers occasional unpleasant surprises, but they deepened the flavor of marzipan, almond milk and glazes for cakes. In Italy, bitter almond paste was traditionally used to make crisp amaretti cookies, and bitter almond extract flavored amaretto liqueur. In Greece, bitter almonds are used in soumada, a sweet syrup.
There's little large-scale cultivation of bitter almonds left in Spain and Italy, mostly just scattered trees remain, but it is still possible to buy raw bitter almonds at European specialty markets. Morocco and Iran now lead in commercial production of bitter almonds.
In the United States, the lack of clear information about bitter almonds' legal status has squelched their cultivation, trade and use. No stores regularly stock bitter almonds, so cooks seeking them have had to rely, like Woods, on seedling trees growing wild along streams, roads and railroad tracks.
"I don't know if I should sell them or not," says Bill Fujimoto, owner of Monterey Market in Berkeley, which carries bitter almonds occasionally. "I don't leave them out on the counter. I sell them only when people who know bitter almonds ask me for some."
Over the years, Schrade made dozens of inquiries to federal and state health authorities about the legality of bitter almonds, but never received a definitive answer. Recently, however, a friend steered him to a Food and Drug Administration Web site that states, "Because of their toxicity, bitter almonds may not be marketed in the United States for unrestricted use." The agency's regulations do, however, allow almond paste and extract manufacturers to use the nuts as long as their products do not contain more than minute, safe levels of hydrocyanic acid.
The FDA clarified the agency's position recently, saying that it would allow bitter almonds to be shipped interstate to professional chefs and bakers, as long as their dishes were cooked to be nontoxic. But the agency said it would take "appropriate action" against vendors found to be selling bitter almonds to the public in such a way that they could easily be confused with regular almonds. These actions might include issuing a warning, or seizing the product.
The FDA regulates interstate commerce in foodstuffs, but bitter almonds grown and sold within California fall under the jurisdiction of the state's Department of Health Services, which takes a less restrictive approach to retail sales. James Waddell, acting chief of the department's Food and Drug Branch, says that the agency has no specific regulation covering bitter almonds, but that the nuts could be sold in accordance with its rule for bitter apricot kernels, which requires packages to bear labeling stating: "may be toxic; very low quantities may cause reactions."
The upshot is, California growers and vendors are permitted to sell properly labeled packages of bitter almonds to California consumers.
This is good news to Rusty Hall, one of Schrade's discoveries, who grows both sweet and bitter almonds, which he sells at farmers markets and by mail order. Virtually all the state's sweet almonds come from vast irrigated orchards of densely planted trees in the Central Valley, but at his ranch near Paso Robles, Hall quixotically tends an ancient orchard that he dry-farms, which he is convinced gives his sweet almonds more concentrated flavor.
On a bright September morning in the middle of harvest, Hall surveyed his widely spaced trees, their roots reaching deep into the rolling hills. Central Valley farmers harvest mechanically, but Hall and his workers gathered the crop by hand, using long poles and rubber mallets to knock down the almond fruits, which resembled thin-fleshed, split-open apricots, onto tarps.
They carefully avoided half a dozen bitter almond trees, which were flagged with red surveyor's tape tied to their branches. Almond orchards in the area were grafted on almond seedling rootstock, explained Hall, and some of the rootstock, as usual, turned out to be bitter almond. Sometimes the sweet almond graft didn't take, or the scion later died, leaving the bitter rootstock to develop into a tree.
It's not hard to find bitter almond trees in local orchards, he added, but tough to convince a processor to hull and shell the nuts: California sweet almond growers, who harvested 525,000 acres last year, regard bitter almonds as contaminants. Therefore, said Hall, he'd have to wait until the end of the season to pick and process his bitter almonds separately.
Because of the almond industry's fear of bitter nuts, it seemed impossible that anyone would dare to grow them commercially in California. But a little more than a year ago, Schrade announced triumphantly that he had found such a source: Thomas Vetsch, a Swiss American grower from Bakersfield, had a small planting of 3-year-old bitter almond trees, which were just starting to bear, as a sideline to his 1,200 acres of sweet almonds.
On a blustery day last March, with his almond orchards in full bloom, Vetsch gave instructions to a beekeeper and shared his passion for almonds.
"Just look at this," he said, gesturing excitedly at the sea of white blossoms. "This is the glory of the world, the wonderful sweet fragrance, the bees flying around. Hear that buzz? That's what you want to hear: strong bees," he said, his eyes gleaming.
Vetsch and his wife, Kim, had fallen in love under an almond tree, he said. The almond project was their dream. In addition to selling bulk almonds commercially, they have a smaller venture, Mandelin, that manufactures almond pastes. A perfectionist, he had originally planted some bitter almonds so as to be able to control all the ingredients for the pastes, normally made with imported oil of bitter almond.
But when he was asked to show a visitor his bitter almond trees, his expression darkened. At a recent almond industry conference, rumors that someone in Kern County was growing bitter almonds had caused a sensation. Soon thereafter, Vetsch had fired up the chain saws.
"It's over. It's history. I have no more bitter almonds," he said vehemently, pointing to a bulldozed section with a pile of uprooted trees. "In Europe they love bitter almonds, but they will never be grown here. Americans are so sue-crazy--if someone feels a little off, the first thing they do is call a lawyer. I can't put the whole farm in jeopardy."
Vetsch said he hadn't given up his quest for European-style, full-flavored almonds, however. At his office and factory in Bakersfield, he offered a taste of nuts higher in oil and richer in flavor than American almonds.
"That's as close to bitter as it gets, but with no poison," he said. "We use it in our almond pastes."
Asked to name the variety, he said, "What? Do you think that I'll tell my secrets?"
When told of the trees' demise, Schrade was disappointed but philosophical. It will take further work to remove the stigma of bitter almonds, he reflected.
As much as he loves the flavor the nuts provide, he said, "Sometimes when I'm on the treadmill at the gym and I feel a bit peaked, I wonder: 'Am I getting old? Or is it the bitter almonds?'"
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12 Things You Did Not Know About Matt Carstens
From a very young age Matt Carstens has been composing his own music and has since then continuously molded and shaped his creations to deliver the captivating performance he is known for today. He skillfully manipulates his guitar and knows his way around his looping pedals. He charms audiences with his endlessly versatile and unexpected repertoire of songs and a gallant on-stage presence.
With numerous festivals around the country under his belt he has gained invaluable performing experience along the way. He has recorded a 6 track EP and will be launching his debut album in April. Since releasing his debut single, “Paper Planes”, there has been a string of radio stations jumping at the opportunity to playlist it.
You might be curious about this great SA artist, so Today we’re sharing 12 Things You Didn’t Know About Matt Carstens with you
1. There are lots of things that freak him out, some more normal than others. A few of these things include children, public toilets, heights, snakes, spiders and that squeaky sound Styrofoam makes when you take something new out of a cardboard box.
2. He’s missing a fingertip on his right hand because he had an incident with a particularly large hammer when he was about 6. He always thought it would affect his guitar playing, but he’s managed quite well up until now…
3. He plays guitar the wrong way around. He’s actually meant to play left handed since he writes with his left hand, but his parents didn’t realise that left handed guitars existed when they bought him his first one, so he just went with it and learnt right handed. He can’t imagine trying to play a left handed guitar now.
4. He loves watching Anime (Japanese cartoons). He’s always wanted a tattoo of Pikachu and he imagines that would be quite the ice-breaker…
5. Matt Carstens is really terrible at playing video games, which is probably why he got so into making music. All his mates at school would be playing on their consoles, so he found his own outlet. It seemed to have worked in his favour at least.
6. Matt once marched through his school wearing all black with heavy eye make-up while blasting My Chemical Romance’s “The Black Parade” album through loudspeakers. The reason for this being that the album had turned 10 years old and he wanted to commemorate and pay tribute to one of his favourite albums of all time. His teachers (thank fully) didn’t stop him.
7. He writes most of his music while he’s lying in bed. It probably accounts for his music being so chilled.
8. He would’ve probably gone into theatre if he didn’t pursue music. He’s been in a few plays and has always been into musicals and musical theatre. Some of his favourites being Rocky Horror and Moulin Rouge (yes he’s that cheesy).
9. He could probably live off instant noodles quite easily. It’s his favourite food. In any way, shape or form. All day. Every day.
10. Matt Carstens has been writing songs since the age of about 12. He’s probably written over 200 songs by now, but most of the songs from that long ago were really bad, so it made choosing songs for the album so much easier. He thinks it’s cool how things work out like that.
11. He can rap “The Real Slim Shady” in its entirety and sometimes he’ll even play it live for laughs.
12. Matt hails from a small town in Limpopo called Vaalwater. It’s pretty much in the middle of nowhere, but he owes a lot to it since that’s where he discovered music, joined bands and just sort of laid his musical foundations. It also keeps him grounded in a way – coming from a small town.
I’d like to thank Matt for sharing this info with us and I wish him all of the best with his future musical endeavours. If you’re not familiar with this music, check out the live performance of his song “Bisous” on SABC 3’s Expresso below:
Watch this space for regular updates in the Music and Facts categories on Running Wolf’s Rant.
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Naughty By Nature - It's On
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The Midwife – Life’s Transitions
July 20, 2017 by Darrel Manson Leave a Comment
Life is a series of transitions, bookended by the two great transitions of birth and death. But along the way there are many more shifts in our lives—some trivial, others more profound. The Midwife is a story of the transitions of life that are–like life itself–a mixture of humor and poignancy.
Claire (Catherine Frot) is a French midwife who has settled into her life. She gets a call from Béatrice (Catherine Deneuve), asking to meet. Béatrice is the former mistress of Claire’s father. She abandoned them when Claire was a teenager, contributing to her father’s suicide. Claire is understandably cool with Béatrice. Even when Béatrice reveals that she is dying, Claire is slow to welcome her back into her life. But Béatrice really has no one else in all the world. She has lived “the life I wanted”, which has been totally self-centered.
Claire and Béatrice are both people who long for control in their lives, but have found that control by very different methods. Claire has tightly constructed her life. She leads a quiet existence without extremes. Béatrice, on the other hand, seeks to be in control by living free from societal constraints. Yet they both wish that the other could have been the mother-figure or daughter that has been missing in their lives.
While Béatrice deals with her mortality, Claire continues her work as a midwife, bringing new life into the world. (The film includes real-life birth sequences.) But even though those existential events provide for a contrast, the kinds of everyday transitions are what really drive the film. The clinic where Claire has worked for years is about to be closed. She can’t bring herself to work at the new regional birthing center (she calls it a “baby factory”) where even the term midwife is being replaced by “birth technician”. Her son is dropping out of medical school and is about to become a father (making Claire a grandmother). Although she’s not sought out a romantic relationship, one develops with the truck driving son of the neighbor at her garden. But the real transitions grow out of the interaction between Claire and Béatrice as they slowly come to understand and appreciate each other.
Both women must struggle with the loss of control as the lives they have constructed for themselves under go changes. Yet even though their worlds are turning upside down, the changes they meet bring them a something they have been missing. For Béatrice there is a sense of belonging to another that empowers her at the end of life. For Claire, it is an opening of new possibilities in her life.
We all experience transitions in our lives. Some are painful, others quite pleasurable. At times, we may seek ways of controlling all these changes. But through it all, we discover that our lives are constantly leading us to someplace new.
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Filed Under: Film, Reviews Tagged With: birth, Catherine Deneuve, Catherine Frot, comedy, death, drama, French, Martin Provost
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Fic-trippin'
Weird...I actually wrote a fic. A full 1500-word oneshot complete with an introduction, a conclusion, and all 3-4 scenes flowing together with no gaps asking myself how to get from here to way over there -- a more complete structure than anything else I've done this decade -- produced in two weeks flat.
Its value lies in its speculation/alternative suggestion for how things might/could occur* while waiting for canon to finalize, so I almost rallied the nerve to release it with minimal editing. If I'd had this weekend off, I might have devoted enough hours to feel comfortable with it. Alas, I was working the whole time, so not only are there are still far too many flags on word choice and questions/decisions about how indulgent I can or should be, ship-wise, it's too close to the finale; it would get lost in what I assume is gonna be an ocean of feelings tonight. Also I am clueless re: title and summary, which are my favorite things to come up with, and I don't want to shortchange them.
*side note: do you know how hard it is to copy Zoo's particular style of "these words make no sense, but they are both authoritiative enough to serve as exposition between scenes and also vague enough to make you just give up and go with it"? I think I did a pretty bang-up job with the intro I reluctantly had to add to set up context.
So I shall continue to sit on it, and groom it, and probably ultimately release it in the dead of winter when the show is long forgotten in its hibernation.
But first I wanna talk it out, because I've had a lot of feelings about its development.
Me after 2.09: God, now I think I’m hoping Allison dies. We had to sacrifice a woman on Revolution to get Miles back to the one he belonged with, and so help me I will VOTE FOR IT AGAIN.
Me after 2.10, revisiting what was formerly mostly a joke after the show decided it wasn't an easily ignored one night stand: Look, I'm just saying, wherever they clash with Davies there are probably dudes with guns. it's not improbable they'd fatally wing her while racing to finalize the cure, some women would consider it not-terrible to die the way of Eponine, and oh whoops my fingers slipped.
Me later that night: *has written a thousand words of fic that manages to simultaneously kill Allison, get my ship back together, and boldly throw Clementine into the mix to indulge my fondness for the father-daughter bond/assorted fuzziness/protective instincts and also any excuse for Jamie to be responsible for her*
"Huh. So I can just...make all that happen."
Planned Author's Note/Disclaimer: I respect Allison, as a general rule, though she makes it difficult to love her. I really didn't want to be the person who does the Die For Our Ship thing, especially to a female character. But Revolution did it first with unfortunately spectacular results, and my brain would not let it alone without making up an alternate version.
Me after 2.11 and Allison tells Mitch that contrary to his beliefs, he and Jamie are not only not meant to be together, they're going to destroy each other: aw hell no.
Amended Author's Notes: ...and then she tried to blow up my ship on her way out and suddenly I was full-on "there is nothing I do better than revenge" inspired to finish it.
Anyway, now I'm doubting myself on a variety of levels (should I not have killed off Audra? But then I'd have to have them trying to find her instead of knowing it's a lost cause, whereas nobody's gonna be that worried about finding Justin immediately if Mitch has Clem. Is it overly convenient that Clementine is asleep? How irresponsible is it for them to make out in a commons area on the other side of a wall from traumatized daughter, sleeping or not? I should probably definitely dial that down. Crap. Can I even still get away with a kiss at all? I mean I feel pretty strongly that he would be sufficiently overwhelmed by the past week of extreme stress and whiplashy emotions to want to surrender to the one thing that has always made sense, but now that I've gone ahead and introduced a kid, the actual prospect of doing so in this situation feels less wise. Can't delete the kid, as that is backbone of story, but also can't add anyone else to watch her because the isolation is also key. SIGH. Can I use "he's been a dad for 5 minutes" to excuse inconsistencies?), which I'm sure I'll be able to reconcile, but definitely not until I give it the customary tusslin' period while I fuss and prod and poke at it for hours across a long period of time.
In the meantime, even if no one else could enjoy it, it has been the most soothing retreat for me as my finale-related anxiety shoots off the charts on a daily basis. Just a few hours away now, and at last I will be free of this nightmare grip to either relax, relax after turning into a 48-hour rage tornado first, or fall into the customary 48-72 hour mourning period of fandom depression. The first one is a long shot and I've got even odds on the other two, honestly.
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Arizona Cop Acquitted for Killing Man Crawling Down Hotel Hallway While Begging for His Life
Body camera footage released after jury reaches verdict.
Scott Shackford | 12.8.2017 11:40 AM
(Mesa Police body camera footage.)
Arizona jurors watched the video below, which shows former Mesa, Arizona, police officer Philip Mitchell Brailsford shooting and killing a man who was begging for his life and attempting to follow the officer's orders to crawl down a hotel hallway.
Yesterday, the jurors found Brailsford not guilty of second-degree murder and reckless manslaughter. Do you agree? (Warning: The video is pretty graphic.)
The incident occurred in January 2016. Daniel Shaver apparently was showing off a pellet gun, and it was visible through the hotel room window. This promped somebody to call to the hotel front desk, which prompted a call to the police.
So it wasn't unreasonable for police to approach the hotel room thinking the encounter might be dangerous. They knew there was a gun there, and they didn't know it was a pellet gun. But that video shows some truly baffling decisions by Brailsford that escalated the situation to make it even scarier, not the least of which was that Brailsford's bluster and open threats of violence made him appear as terrified as Shaver. (CORRECTION: The orders being barked out in the video are not from Brailsford but by Sgt. Charles Langley, who retired four months after the shooting and defended Brailsford's actions in court.)
The contents of the body camera footage had been described to the public before, when Brailsford was first charged, but the video itself was withheld until this morning. NBC notes:
The detective investigating the shooting had agreed Shaver's movement was similar to reaching for a pistol, but has said it also looked as though Shaver was pulling up his loose-fitting basketball shorts that had fallen down as he was ordered to crawl.
The investigator noted he did not see anything that would have prevented officers from simply handcuffing Shaver as he was on the floor.
Forcing Shaver to crawl toward the police like this increased the likelihood that Shaver would lose balance and make wild movements, and Langley's bizarre orders were probably confusing even to a sober person.
Oh, and here's an interesting detail from the Arizona Republic:
The judge did not allow jurors to hear about an etching on the dust cover of the rifle Brailsford used to shoot Shaver, which said "You're f–ked," because he felt it was prejudicial.
Shaver's parents have filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the city of Mesa. Brailsford was fired for poor performance two months after the shooting. Would anybody care to bet that he tries either to get his job back in Mesa or to get a job with another law enforcement agency elsewhere?
This post has been corrected to properly identify that Brailsford was not the officer giving orders in the video.
NEXT: National injunction developments
Scott Shackford is an associate editor at Reason.
Police Police Abuse Arizona
MO_liberty
December.8.2017 at 11:52 am
SWAT team cop was waiting his whole life for this. How did they not convict on the manslaughter? Fuck Arizona.
ALWAYS RIGHT
December.8.2017 at 1:47 pm
The cop-suckers on the jury are your family, friends, neighbors. Have you told them how much you hate their fucking guts? I do this on a regular basis. I don’t expect you timid Libertarians to do anything that I don’t do myself.
Trollificus
December.10.2017 at 7:31 am
Just last night. Liberal friends, whining about National Monument re-designation, had never heard of Civil Asset Forfeiture, never heard of the forces that lobby to keep pot on Schedule 1 for the purpose of keeping our prisons, and the wallets of these “interested parties” full, the ruined lives of their own neighbors, co-workers and relatives being just a side benefit. Went off on a full-volume, Razorfist-style rant about priorities, if you want to bitch about government actions.
(To their complaints, the fucking land was unprotected and unexploited for, basically, ever, but removing federal protection was going to cause it to be filled with the pollution factories of Big Environmental Destruction? I asked them to explain the whole business of environmental destruction, where the profit was, and they didn’t get it.)
Incredibly, the evening then proceeded in a civil manner and we left on good terms. I must not have done it right.
Carlos Perdue
February.16.2018 at 3:14 pm
I do too. Unfortunately, the “Libertarians” at “Reason” are too busy swamping the USA with fast-breeding future Democrats so that we lose all of our rights, and our country.
Mitsima
Well now, hold on. True AZ story:
I’m tooling along to the range with 2-3 rifles laid across my back seat and a pistol on my hip when my car stalls out (camshaft synchronizer senor was on the blink). I know it’ll right itself soon so I just sit and wait, listening to some tunes. Shortly thereafter red & blue flashes in the rear-view capture my eye. Did I mention both my front window regulators where inop, meaning they can’t roll up or down? Yeah, that, too. Anyway, county walks up (rear windows now down, hands locked on steering wheel – I live 15 miles from the border, yo), & asks if all is ok – pregnant pause as he notices the rifles. ‘Fine, just waiting for the car to cool down; headed to the range’ (just over the next hill), says I. 5.0 says, ‘Well, if you’re ok, have a good day.’ and off he goes.
Not my last experience w/ the po-po while armed. Maybe it’s cause I live here in the sticks, but the cops understand that guns (and raging libertarians) are a part of AZ life.
It is, nevertheless, an outrage that Mr. Shaver encountered a certified psycho & brick-stupid jury, though. I don’t like Phoenix area – too many liberal Californians.
Nick W B
As horrible as the shooting was, I can see how the cop, at the moment, thought his life might be in danger. Though not because of anything Mr Shaver did. From their marching through the the halls of the motel with guns drawn like they were infiltrating a Nazi barracks to yelling out incomprehensible orders (they want him to crawl with his hands in the air and his feet crossed? How they hell are you supposed to do that? I was perfectly sober when I watched it and I was confused as to what they were asking) to making uncalled for threats to his life, the tension during the incident was ratched up to a point where something horrible was inevitable. The problem as I see it wasn’t the cop himself but the police department that treats a sighting of a guy with what looks like might be a rifle as if it were the raid that killed Osama Bin Laden.
Coincidentally I’m sure, this was Sheriff Arpaio’s county.
You are correct it was Arpaio’s county. Paul Penzone(D) has been sheriff for about a year now.
So, what does that have to do with Mesa cops?
This actually happened almost 2 years ago.
And the murderer still is not a sheriff, so what does this have to do with Arpaio?
BambiB
December.9.2017 at 4:19 am
If the piece-of-shit cop thought he was in danger it wasn’t due to anything the victim did. The tension, the confusion, the animosity, the threats, the violence, the murder – all came from the POS cop. All I saw was a terrified young man doing his best to comply with a vituperative, illogical, irrational, thoroughly out-of-control piece-of-shit who was issuing conflicting orders at the top of his lungs while threatening to kill the young man. And then the POS cop killed him.
Well technically most of it came from the other officer who lead the officers, barked incomprehensible orders, and wasn’t even charged.
December.9.2017 at 11:10 pm
To be more specific it was Sergeant Charles Langley, who after the shooting was allowed to retire and is now presumably collecting a pension from the people of Arizona.
Simon Says, DEATH VERSION!!
Lawman45
December.13.2017 at 4:01 pm
The politically braver Police Chiefs are correct to say “Awful, but legal.” IMHO (a somewhat informed opinion – I have attended courses dealing with apprehending armed subjects) BAD TACTICS BY THE POLICE is the primary cause of the shooting in a majority of instances. The cop moves TO danger, issues UNintelligible or conflicting commands or shouts over another officer, and, given opportunity never moves OUT of danger (while remaining in action). The bad tactics make the shooting inevitable. In this case, for example, WHY the rush. They could have left him on the floor as he was and allowed the cops to calm down and slowly act professionally.
Adding to bad tactics, is the horrible overblown unnecessary language by the SUPREME COURT in Graham v. Conner (1989). The police really believe that a reasonable police officer is fundamentally DIFFERENT from a reasonable and prudent person with “police work” in his bag of experiences. Not so or, at least, BAD POLICY. The LAW should treat all who are forced to take life in an identical manner. As applied by the lower state and federal courts, “I was afraid for my life” has become a virtual get out of jail card in the minds of officers. Juries are proving to be totally incapable of differentiating between reasonable and reckless.
The Congress and state Legislatures have the POWER to fix this but lack the cajones. In the meantime BE AFRAID, VERY AFRAID of the excited, systemically scared man in Blue.
This is FIRST DEGREE MURDER!
The mens rea required is evident throughout the screaming of the unhinged scumbag that did the shooting. His only hope of avoiding the death penalty should have been an insanity plea.
If I were a cop backing up this murderous cop, I probably would have shot him in the back of the head in defense of the innocent victim.
There is no punishment too extreme, no penalty too severe for this worthless piece of shit cop.
I agree. And anyone who voted to acquit is a worthless piece of shit as well.
Fk_Censorship
The article states that the jurors didn’t see the video.
Arbie
December.11.2017 at 12:21 pm
Weird…I wonder why the first sentence says that jurors saw the video while the rest of the article says they didn’t.
This Reason article says the jurors did see the video.
Yes. It was released to the GENERAL PUBLIC after the verdict. But the jurors did see it. And still voted to acquit because they are blind and stupid and cowardly.
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Crusty Juggler
Would anybody care to bet that he tries either to get his job back in Mesa or to get a job with another law enforcement agency elsewhere?
What kind of odds am I getting?
If you lose, you’ll be shot.
I’d like to build a SWAT team mod for popular FPS video games that makes it so the enemies are laying prone on the ground begging for their live and you just go around emptying mags into them.
Have them doing it from an MRAP and I’m in.
Stormy Dragon
Spec Ops: The Line already exists
no russian
ImanAzol
Can I do it from the passenger window as I roll through the park?
Motherfucking pig asshole piece of shit. This is what the death penalty should be for. Feet first into a woodchipper is too good for that worthless bag of shit.
How the fuck could those fucking pigs not walk 10 feet down the hallway while they were on the ground in submissive positions and cuff them without all the shouting and confusing instructions?
Is it even illegal to have a gun in a hotel room in AZ? If not, how is this kind of confrontation remotely reasonable in response to apparently legal activity?
That’s the worst thing I’ve seen in a long time.
Ken Hagler
Not only is it perfectly legal to have a gun in a hotel room in Arizona, it’s perfectly legal to carry a gun in public in Arizona, openly or concealed. Arizona is a Constitutional Carry state.
it’s perfectly legal to carry a gun in public in Arizona, openly or concealed. Arizona is a Constitutional Carry state.
I’m literally shaking with fear right now.
I’m shaking… in anger.
This is the sort of thing that would justify bombing an entire police force. If they can’t take out their own bad guy when he’s murdering people right in front of them, they do not deserve to live.
That’s what I thought. So not only did the cop deal with the situation as poorly as possible, they also created a deadly situation based on someone reporting perfectly legal activity.
sarcasmic
Maine is also a CC state. However if someone sees you legally carrying and calls the cops, the police will respond. Which is really disgusting when I think about it. I’ve been assaulted, robbed and burglarized, and the cops have always told me to get fucked when I asked them for help. The don’t care if you are a victim of a violent crime, but they will jump at the opportunity to harass you for engaging in perfectly legal activity.
Yeah, it’s pretty terrible if you think about it. Someone calls the police and reports that someone is doing something perfectly legal and they show up ready to shoot.
Seems like they should be asking if the person is brandishing the gun or threatening anyone. If not, what the hell is there to respond to?
mad.casual
Or if the caller is directly involved. The odds of a Rear Window/It Had To Be Murder situation where the police arrive just in the nick of time have to be phenomenally low.
Elias Fakaname
Cops re pretty much useless.
When seconds count, the cops are minutes away. Except___________________!
Tionico
Used to be in Washington State when carry was a fairly new thing, once in a while someone would see a citizen carrying, concealed, but for some reason the piece was momentarily visible….. as allowed by law. “Brandishing” was legally defined as a deliberate action on the part of the armed one to strike fear or intimidation into thosee nearby. Plenty of MAN WITH A GUN calls to LE, who responded all heavy like and acting like scared rabbits….. making a scene, sometimes hauling the poor schlep downtown….. Agtorney General got sick of the complaints, and wrote a letter to EVERY LE department in the state, in which he spelled out the law, and ORDERED an end to the stupid MWAG calls. Further, he threatened discipline against any officer who continued as before.
He then wrote to every 911 call center manager and instructed them to ask questions whenever MWAG calls came in to learn more precisely determine exactly what was going on. Oh, he’s got a gun.. its on his right hip, and he’s just walking down the street not threatening anyone? Well, that’s perfectly legal, don’t call again unless he’s waving it about, pointing it at people, screaming threats, that sort of thing.
End of problem. That was one smart AtG. Wish we had one half that smart these days…..
That’s actually awesome. And sadly rare.
Now we have Bob Ferguson. Says he’s going after guns in 2018.
https://tinyurl.com/y8beutya
He’s a real fucking peach.
REAL criminals never use holsters. REAL nut cases don’t either.
The cop should be able to observe this clear indicia of the Good Citizen
long before he puts a gun in your ear.
IceTrey
I believe the story was that they were pointing it out the window or were on a balcony looking through the scope.
DaveSs
The hotel he was in has no balconies that I can see
And I’m not even sure the windows are able to be opened, especially a 5th floor window.
An upper-story window, in a hotel, in a city where the temperature routinely reached 100?? Survey says, not operable.
DING,DING,DING,DING.
Otis B. Driftwood
h/t to sarc
Hank Phillips
This must be one of the First Responders referenced in the dedication of the Republican Party Platform. Nothing Gestapo-like in that execution of an unarmed, obedient slave, nor in the judge’s obstruction of justice by concealing evidence. This isn’t Christian Germany, after all.
Hank, go fuck yourself. You’re not clever. Your comments are usually bizarre, out of place and nonsensical. We know you hate religion, which has nothing to do with this.
How dare anyone insult the Republican party, this is a libertarian website!
I didn’t say anything about republicans dumbfuck. Is your reading comprehension really that limited?
Kivlor
In Tony’s limited brain, Christianity is inseparable from the Republican Party.
You make a good point.
What an aptly-named sockpuppet. Heil, gnosse baby. Gott Mitt Uns!
ConstitutionFirst
My god are you deranged. I hear there an opening on the Mesa swat team. You’d be a fit.
Sorry, son. Like most of your ilk, you’ve been misinformed so that you can think that everyone not on your side is evil.
I’m a fairly hard-core conservative. I’d toss this cop in prison for ten years with a “cop” tee-shirt on.
You don’t do yourself any favors by merely accepting whatever garbage your “friends” tell you is true. I have Republican friends who are just as convinced that all liberals are amoral murderers. Truth is, most people want the same things for the world, and just differ on the best way to achieve them.
Citizen X - #6
Look at bobby b here, all acting like people are people, just trying to make it in the world.
ace_m82
Yes, we get it, Hank, you hate Christians. I agree with some of that, some “Christians” are jerks and control-freaks. But insinuating that the Nazis were “Christian” is just provably false!
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/ Positive_Christianity (copy/paste, remove space)
Notable quote of a real Nazi:
“Dr Zoellner and [Catholic Bishop of M?nster] Count Galen have tried to make clear to me that Christianity consists in faith in Christ as the son of God. That makes me laugh… No, Christianity is not dependent upon the Apostle’s Creed… True Christianity is represented by the party”
“The Nazis eventually gave up their attempt to co-opt Christianity, and made little pretence at concealing their contempt for Christian beliefs, ethics and morality.”
Hank, did you ever think that people can simply say “I’m a Christian” to try to fool people into following them? Did you ever consider that? Have you ever seen “plants” go to protests and misspell their sign in order to make the rest of the protesters look stupid?
Or has you hatred blinded you to all logic and truth?
What did Christ do that makes you hate us so much?
Did you miss all the Biblical references that only those who actually do what Christ said are real followers of him? Lets list a few:
Another illiterate who can’t make it through a 3-page platform with Christianity, sacrifice and death writ large by Hitler the painter of churches and Madonnas. Try realbeliefs.com for photos of nationalsocialists, priests and bishops exchanging Bellamy salutes, and photos of Nazi artifacts festooned with cadavers on crosses and Gott Mitt Uns currency. Heck, I’d hide my identity too…
Fuck off you anti religious bigot. Why do you bother to post? All you do is insult christians and republicans and make some bizarre reference to some alleged government policy circa 1932. Like any of that somehow makes you clever. Obscure references don’t make you clever, especially when you beat the to death over and over.
Bottom line, you’re just a deranged annoying unoriginal bigot.
What’s wrong with being a bigot? I mean you’re constantly calling for tens of millions of Americans you don’t like to be arrested and killed for sedition, which is funny considering you think every single lib and Dem in the country is a secret Marxist plotting to send you to a fucking concentration camp. Talk about bigoted AND deranged, LOL! But hey, whatever. *shrugs*
LOL, why so pissy?
And all you do is bash progs and insist ever single Dem [even Zell Miller, probably] in the fucking country is a secret Marxist plotting to send you to a fucking concentration camp. Now that’s repetitive AND deranged. Pot, meet kettle. Not that I even care, really, but it’s funny to see you bashing someone for saying shit over and over and over again.
BTW, Hank’s right. Everything he said was true and you’ve got nothing to contradict it
LOL. Says the man who thinks everyone he disagrees with should be arrested or killed for treason. Which is kinda ironic considering you think every lib and Dem in the country is a secret Marxist bent on sending you to a fucking concentration camp
[Well I fucked that up. Get some fucking editing options, Reason. Your forum sucks. Alright here we go:]
And all you do is call for tens of millions of Americans you don’t like to be arrested and killed for sedition, which is funny considering you think every single lib and Dem in the country is a secret Marxist plotting to send you to a fucking concentration camp. And you wanna talk deranged? Maybe you should calm down too, LOL. But, hey, whatever right? You didn’t see me or Hank bitching about it. And you shit on the cops just like the rest of us, so you got that going for you, at least. *shrugs*
That’s quite a straw an you constructed. 90% bullshit. And 10% distorted truth. I’m against Marxist progressives because they represent an existential threat to our individual freedoms. Their agenda is to enslave everyone into their collective. Apparently your limited cognition prevents you from reaching this simple and obvious correct conclusion.
Beyond that, do not presume to know or understand what I think. It’s clearly quite beyond your limited ability to understand. So don’t bother to try. I’ll just continue to use this forum to try and explain it in simpler terms so you might grasp some of it.
And don’t worry. When the progs attempt to take over, me and others like me will do the heavy lifting for you and stop them. I’m sure you will be much too frightened and confused to offer any constructive assistance. In the meantime, you keep crying those tears for the progtards, because I’m such a big meanie.
Toodles Drake.
Complete an utter lack of ability to change one’s POV given new info. I should expect the same from those who hate Christians.
Some Nazis claimed to be Christians. Some humans claim to be space aliens. So what?
The real Hank Philips was an idiot.
And nobeliefs.com for you to cry over, genius.
Hank. Democrat politicians LOVE their cops too.
Remember both parties will erect Barbed Wire reeducation camps
and the SAME badge carrying police will fill and operate both.
The victim’s family should wait a year or so and then arrange for this shitbag cop to disappear.
Jeffersonian162
Says the shitlord of the “shitbag”. Obviously, you would have let the suspect reach behind, and then, gently reminded him to not do so again, giving him a pat on the head, when he reached you. Your new name is “shit for brains”.
Kyfho Myoba
Since he was crawling on the floor face down, of course he should “reach behind” because how else would I cuff him?
He didn’t ‘reach behind’. His pants were falling down and he foolishly tried to pull them up. That cop made him so scared and confused there was no way he wasn’t going to be executed by the pig.
Now why don’t you get back to sucking off cops, you fucking faggot. YOUR new name is ‘Sugar’, because you take it so sweet. You stupid fucking piece of cop felting shit.
To be clear, I’m addressing my new best friend, Jefferson. Not Kytho.
could have avoided the whole situation by the cops going to him. that said the cop was ready to shoot for any reason, and he said such, making premeditated opportunity to murder
I was thinking the same thing. I’d bet money that had that officer’s conversations on the way to the scene been recorded, they would have shown that he wasn’t going to leave without killing someone.
it would also be interesting to see the high fives he got back at the station
A friend of mine pointed out the media said he was killed with the cop’s “service weapon”. Why isn’t it an ‘assault rifle’ when held by one of our paladins of light and goodness?
Only the cops should have guns, right liberals?
“Assault rifle” is situationally defined.
I don’t think paladins are allowed to use ranged weapons like bows, crossbows, or AR-15’s. unless he was a multi-class with several levels as a ranger.
Nerd.
Sedona Vortex Hunter
lol, paladins cant be multi-classed dork…lol
Damn it! You’re right.
DarrenM
That’s because the world has been corrupted. Real paladins are single-classed. Those multi-classed posers shouldn’t be given the time of day.
True. And I’ll bet they’re not even all really Lawful Good.
The police: welfare for illiterate psychopaths who have boner for killing people. Not the best social program anyone’s thought up, I must say.
But damn do they have a good union.
Rob from the rich! Murder the poor!
It gets complicated……
https://tinyurl.com/y8jzbewy
Long, but entertaining. (Which was also my nickname in college).
And yet it’s the backbone of all the other social programs, so whatcha gonna do.
Bingo! Someone’s gotta steal my money, right?
$park? leftist poser
It’s not stealing because social contract. Or something.
For exactly one extremely limited and hidebound value of “social contract.”
It is strange to see someone who subscribes to social contract theory so openly despise the enforcement arm of the social contract.
Just remember that Tony is a shallow and incurious thinker. It explains his inability to see even the most obvious second-order implications of the brain-shits he gifts to this forum.
If you don’t want to be murdered in cold blood, move to a different country, ya parasite. You didn’t build that body, you didn’t build those organs. Everyone has to pay for the safety and security of those roads to get the those groceries.
Rhywun
New Soviet Man gives up his earnings freely and selflessly.
Nonetheless, we have to give them more power, right? Wouldn’t want anybody to not buy health insurance, or to get a ride to the airport from someone who’s not a taxi cartel member.
Tony’s cognitive dissonance is so tasty.
Nah. It’s boring and it’s old.
Which is why I always tell him to go drink Drano.
The judge did not allow jurors to hear about an etching on the dust cover of the rifle Brailsford used to shoot Shaver, which said “You’re f–ked,” because he felt it was prejudicial.
I reluctantly agree with the Judge on this narrow issue. It’s not really relevant to the murder, not having that on his dust cover doesn’t make it less of a murder.
but it does show intent, this cop has been waiting his whole career to shoot and he took the opportunity
Telling the dude repeatedly that he’s going to shoot him if he makes “a mistake” (whatever the fuck that means), also shows some intent, I’d say. Looks pretty close to 1st degree murder.
TexasFlyer
It shows nothing but intent. This sadist murdered this kid in the first degree.
December.10.2017 at 10:01 am
“Okay perp. We’re gonna play a little game of “Simon Says-Death Version”.”
Yeah, though we know if a person had such an etching on anything near them while they shot a cop, the judge would allow it as evidence of mindset, intent, etc.
So in the event that a man shoots a cop, and on the side of the gun is etched “cop killer”, we know that in reality, that would be the lead picture for the prosecution, but should that also be withheld from the jurors as it was merely coincidental?
AnonCowHerd
If a civilian shoots someone, even a justified shooting, prosecutors will use all of that and more. Use “special” self defense ammo, decorate your firearm with a punisher logo, etc – you were looking to harm someone.
I completely disagree. If the piece-of-shit cop was responsible for it being etched on his dust cover, then it goes to his mental state, his intent. Here, it seems pretty clear that his goal was not to take someone into custody, or investigate a gun call, but rather, to FUCK SOMEONE UP. “You’re fucked” seems to be a pretty good indication of what he intended – and since mental state – intent – is an element of the crime, it’s entirely appropriate for it to be allowed.
Eidde
Here’s to verbal judo and due process! Give that poor cop his job back! /dunphy
You left out the part where Dunphy brags about successfully suing some fellow cops who beat him up for reasons undisclosed.
Hmmm…sounds interesting…seriously, it’s fun to joke, but dunphy’s perspective was fairly interesting.
Listening to my three-year-old niece try to describe the plot of Zootopia over Thanksgiving was interesting, too, but i wouldn’t call it helpful or informative.
There needs to be a local group in Phoenix that makes sure Brailsford remains unemployable and is a pariah. Maybe even arranging for regular beatings when he dares to go out in public.
Rebel Scum
But that video shows some truly baffling decisions by Brailsford that escalated the situation to make it even scarier, not the least of which was that Brailsford’s bluster and open threats of violence made him appear as terrified as Shaver.
Make the guy nervous by making unreasonable threats. Guy freaks and makes a “mistake”. Fire multiple rounds into a clearly harmless suspect. Go home safely to your family.
Also, note the disrespectful discourse of the officer at the outset. Is that really how you should be talking to the people that pay your salary*?
*I have only had a few interactions with police. At the outset of each one (before possibly being accused of very minor infractions…) they were complete and total dicks. Starting out and interaction by being a disrepectful a-hole only serves to escalate the situation. Perhaps that is by design so they can justify using some of their deadly toys.
He starts right off saying “I’m not here to be tactful and diplomatic with you”. Fucking asshole.
Then what is the point of you, Brailsford? Jesus.
And then proceeds to contradict himself verbally, logically, procedural-ly…
An tactless, undiplomatic sadist probably would’ve kicked him in the face, maybe broken a few ribs… all without telling him why. This fucker said he’s going to shoot him if he makes a mistake and then told him to keep his hands up, don’t move, and crawl towards him.
No, it is called taking charge of the situation, and making sure the suspect knows how is boss. The statement, in and of itself, is not what is in question, it is the intelligence of the suspect, to have reached for his back pocket, and not continued crawling. The call is not all that hard to make, and if I were a cop (I was in the Air Force, and never had to unholster my firearm), I would likely have done the same thing. There are a lot of armed folks out there.
Cloudbuster
Death penalty for minor poor judgment in hand movement in the face of overwhelming terror. That’s not the America I grew up in.
You’re an asshole.
Flyby
It wasn’t even ‘minor poor judgement’… it was a reflex. Although you (and they) are viewing him as a ‘suspect’, in reality he was just a normal citizen on a business trip doing nothing illegal, and within seconds he is on the floor at gunpoint being screamed at. Talk all you want about what he should have done, but by the moment he was shot he was probably in such mind numbing terror that he was going on reflex alone. If you took the entire jury and put them into this same scenario I’m guessing at least ten would have reacted in a way that in the police officers mind justified them being shot.
And he was not taking charge of the situation. He was needlessly escalating the situation (the Sergeant, not the Officer) to a point where it was practically inevitable that it was going to end in disaster.
Karl Hungus
. . . and if I were a cop (I was in the Air Force, and never had to unholster my firearm), I would likely have done the same thing.
Then you, like Mr. Brailsford, you would’ve been a coward.
I had people at gunpoint in the course of my duties (Marine Corps), and at no time was I so frightened that I would’ve considered, even for a second, firing at nothing more than the possibility of a weapon. And this isn’t just because my military career would’ve been ruined (at the very least), but because I’m a decent human being who isn’t going to shoot someone unless it’s absolutely necessary. I would refuse to spend the rest of my life knowing that I’d killed a man who clearly presented absolutely no threat to me.
Chuckles_the_Snarky_Piggy
Well written by a man not consumed by fear as that miserable shit of a cop was!
Braillford would quickly have been weeded out in the military. No one wants a weak bullying, reactionary coward like that around them in actual combat. He’s a huge fucking liability to himself and others.
Even if the “suspect” pulled a handgun from his back pocket he would have been at a severe disadvantage against a “trained officer” with an AR-15 pointed directly at the suspect’s head. And of course there were other officers there.
If you would have done the same thing, then you’re an unhinged, worthless, cowardly, piece of shit too.
Nothing about this arrest was done properly. In fact, based on the story, while there may have been a reason to take the pair into custody for investigation, there was NO basis for an arrest.
You got the guy face down on the floor with his arms stretched out in front of him. Walk up to him with another officer. Have the second officer handcuff him. Done. Other cops do it all across America every day without having to kill anyone.
The “Sicilian Bull”, drawing and quartering or the Breaking Wheel would be suitable punishment for the cop.
Keep the mother fucker in a Phoenix prison with no air conditioning or heat.
Then you are an idiot.
This was probably in the officer training manual.
Fooseven
What motivation does a DA who has to work with police every day have to prosecute police with any real vigor? Shame that we, the people, can’t get our own counsel when The State has committed a crime.
Time to de-monopolize prosecution.
The family should just hire a hit man to deal with this ex cop.
What motivation? Well, for starters, ‘integrity’-adherence to the stated terms of his freakin’ job. How about ‘morality’? Simple right-and-wrong. Side benefit-when you tell your kids something is right or wrong, you won’t be a raging hypocrite. How about being an actual public servant? Making your community a better place by enforcing penalties on OTHER public servants who endanger members of the public? (ESPECIALLY those who are among those granted the exercise of the governments’ monopoly on legal violence.)
Or is that just the rainbow-shitting Pollyanna side of me?
vomafoyab78
like Timothy answered I am amazed that someone able to make $7869 in four weeks on the
computer . find out here?
What part of psychotic breakdown did the jury miss? That hot-head had no business being a cop. Isn’t the city responsible for screening out mentally unstable candidates? This idiot was going to shoot that poor bassturd no matter what he did, or didn’t do. He screamed so many contradictory non-nonsensical orders, I couldn’t figure out what he wanted this guy to do. Rump-swabs like this don’t do anything good for police relations.
Lesson for all of us if the cops have you on the ground with our hands over your head and feet crossed don’t move no matter what they say. It is not disobeying to not move when given conflicting information of course they will still shoot you and get off but its better than crawling to a morons screams.
I thought the same thing. Did anyone else note that the guy seemed to be sobbing, and completely distraught. Men are expected to be men and when ordered to respond with no emotion. This guy probably never got into a fight in his life much less an active shooter situation, with the fear, confusion, and endorphins running through him, he probably had very little conscious control over his movements. But of course men are supposed to be rocks, and by the public’s view, he should have just done what he was told.
So you are right, lay there and refuse to move, you can’t make the wrong move if you don’t move.
Arizona_Guy
It’s like a game of Simon Says. But if you mess up, you die.
This was among the top two most sadistic things I’ve seen in real life.
Sheltered.
Conchfritters
Except if you are that social worker with his patient who was playing with his trucks on the side walk a year ago, and the cop shot him anyways even though his hands were up and he was telling them that he was there to help the kid/patient.
At least the social worker wasn’t shot dead. Not that the cop would’ve cared
The way you become a cop is to fail the psych exam.
One thing to point out though is that the guy (the Sergeant) screaming out the ‘contradictory nonsensical’ orders was not the one on trial. The police officer who fired the shots should bear responsibility for what he did, but in my mind it was the Sergeant who is primarily responsible for how the entire situation unfolded, and the fact that he faces no consequences is a disgrace. Even more disgraceful is that he was allowed to retire shortly after this episode.
End Child Unemployment
The video is one of the most awful things I’ve seen in a long time. Couldn’t find any other news story that gave other facts that would have lead police to suspect Shaver was dangerous besides someone seeing him with what looked like a rifle.
Articles said the jury saw the whole video. I cannot believe an entire jury thought the department’s training protocol said “If you suspect people are armed, tell them to lie face down, then tell them to get up on their knees and crawl towards you while keeping their hands above their heads.”
Get up on your knees! Keep your legs crossed! Put your hands up! Crawl towards me!
How the fuck is anyone supposed to make sense of that? It’s like the cops expect people to be well prepared for being screamed at by armed men who are threatening to shoot them.
The craziest one was “Get up on your knees! No, keep your legs crossed!”. Are you fucking kidding me?
“No, put your LEFT hand on a BLUE circle motherfucker! One more mistake and you go home in a body bag!”
LynchPin1477
This is awful. And it makes a joke of our system of so-called justice. But to understand the legal reasons why a cop can get off after something like this, I would recommend listening to this:
http://www.radiolab.org/story/…..nable-man/
Summary: the system is so, so broken.
Not sure I can handle any more disturbing thoughts today, but thanks for the link.
A Thinking Mind
I’ve heard enough of what’s on the video to know I don’t want to watch it. I have enough trouble sleeping at night as it is. I have a tough time disputing any claims that we live in a dystopian police state when this sort of thing happens and the police officer is acquitted.
I pride myself on being fair-minded. I like to think I can understand people who have different opinions, even when I think they’re wrong. I cannot put myself in the mind of any juror who voted to acquit on this case, however. That cop must have had a hell of a defense attorney.
Necron 99
Likely the prosecutor was on his team as well, you know, professional courtesy.
I have watched a lot of cop shootings, this was perhaps the worst and most disturbing one because I honestly feel that I would have also been shot in the same situation.
Most of the time I can watch a shooting like this and while perhaps feeling the cop overreacted I can also see how the person being arrested acted in a manner which did not help his cause and also usually in a manner which I myself would not have acted.
In the above instance however I believe it is likely I would have acted in at least somewhat of a similar fashion as the man who was killed and I really have a hard time thinking of a way he could have acted that did not end up with him being shot. It really felt like the cop was going to shoot the guy no matter what.
Perhaps something occurred earlier in the video that might explain some of this behavior, but as of this moment I think this may be the most disturbing police shooting video I have seen.
Most people would have been shot under the same circumstances. Can you imagine anyone surviving this piece of shit’s commands if they had any issues which affected their balance or restricted their range of motion? No way they would have been able to follow the diot’s nonsensical commands.
The police unions take care of their own.
With cops like that, who know, maybe the police threatened their families.
If you read the article, you’d see that the jury didn’t get to see the video. That means either the prosecutor or the judge was really awful.
??? If YOU had read the article, you’d see that the jury DID. But I’d agree that the prosecutor and judge were still really awful.
Nwallins
It’s pretty disturbing. I wouldn’t watch it unless you want to feel sick, angry, distressed.
Only thing I can think is that they thought the wrong man was on trial, and that it should have been the Sergeant on trial for 2nd degree murder. I can’t believe they didn’t at least convict on manslaughter, but they might have been bothered by convicting the Officer for something when the person most responsible, his Sergeant, was not even charged.
Half-Virtue, Half-Vice
This is why I don’t weep for dead cops. Give Satan my regards.
MikeP2
I hope Brailsford burns in hell.
That poor kid was so confused and distraught. Brailsford psychologically tortured him into the mistake that cost him his life. Looks like his pants were sliding down and he just reached down to pull them up. A simple instinctual reaction that we all do.
Next time BLM whines about racist policemen they need to be shown this video. It’s not a racism problem.
Nope. This piece of shot was perfectly happy to shoot a white guy. Might have been even more aggressive since no racism accusations could result.
Not a very bright kid. He reached for the back of his pants (shorts), and BANG BANG, you dead.
Go get bent, sociopath.
I’m sure his mental processes were adversely affected by the piece-of-shit bellowing contradictory instructions and threatening to shoot him. I’m sure if the kid had been armed and reaching for a gun, it would have been mentioned. Therefore, we may conclude that he was not armed and was not reaching for a weapon. So why would he reach for his pants? To get the in-fucking-sane piece-of-shit an excuse to shoot? Or maybe to pull up his pants?
Seriously, this cop needs to be put to death – slowly. The BEST I would hope for him is that he would be placed in a 4’x4’x4′ room with no windows, never allowed to leave, no plumbing, with food and water dropped through a hatch in the ceiling, no visitors, no conversation with anyone, no other acknowledgement that he even exists… until the day he no longer exists.
He was not armed. He was a pest control worker staying at the hotel for a work trip. He had a pellet gun he used for work. He had made friends with a couple staying at the hotel (one of whom was the woman in the video) and was showing the man his pellet gun. A couple outside in the hot tub saw his silhouette through the window pointing a gun, and called police.
The man he was showing it to stepped out to take a personal call, and several minutes after this there was a phone call to his room… he answered and was told the ‘Mesa police wanted him to step out’. He and the woman walked out of the room, and everything else is on the video.
I hope your name references a less enlightened and more unsavory person named Jefferson than POTUS 3. Because you don’t deserve to even say the name of Thomas Jefferson. Fuck you.
Maybe Jefferson Davis?
Forget hell.
I’d prefer someone burned him right here on earth.
GamerFromJump
BLM was the worst thing to happen to the cause of police reform. Once it was safely reframed as a “black thing”, most people hit the snooze button.
Well, yeah.
I read this one earlier today and was wondering when Reason would cover it.
StackOfCoins
From the wiki:
On 25 May 2016, Myers ordered portions of the video released. The released video omits the shooting itself. The edited version includes footage from Brailsford’s body camera up to the time when someone exits Shaver’s hotel room and footage from another officer’s camera while he escorts a woman from the hotel. In accordance with arguments from Brailsford, prosecutors, and Shaver’s parents, the court order had barred the public release of the encounter between officers and Shaver until Brailsford’s case is resolved in order to protect Brailsford’s right to a fair trial.[11]
Isn’t the point of sequestering a jury to inoculate them from public opinion? It seems like making the video public earlier would have lead everyone to the reasonable conclusion that Brailsford was really itching to kill somebody. Which, you know, might be relevant in a murder trial.
I don’t know how sequestration works, but unless they confiscate all electronic devices, this makes sense actually. Also, I don’t think most juries are actually sequestered. Which begs the question: why?
I hope all those jurors have to go home and explain to their families why they let a cop executing an unarmed person off the hook.
They won’t have to explain in the way you’re thinking man. A) presumption of innocence. B) It’s not like their kids are going to be watching the video. C) they’ll explain why they voted not guilty from their perspective, which will be enough for their families.
I’m pro-police, or at least not anti-police most of the time. I know I couldn’t have watched this video and found the guy not guilty. And if that meant a hung jury, then so be it. Even without knowledge of the etchings on the gun, the guy was complying as best he could and there was no imminent threat, real or imagined.
I pray I never find my family on the receiving end of something like this. I’m too full of hate and rage to believe I could contain myself after this miscarriage of justice.
** If it happened to a loved one of mine
If this had happened to someone I cared about, there would be a lot of dead cops.
If their families don’t hold them accountable, then no one will.
There’s two types of jurors in this situation: the ones who fellate police and honestly thought this was a good shot; and the ones who saw it for what it was, but didn’t want to be stuck in deliberation for days trying to convince their fellow jurors it was murder (I suppose they could all actually agree it was a good shoot, but I have more faith in my fellow humans)
It’s that second kind of juror which is worse, in my opinion. Being on a jury is serious business, you are deciding the fate of a person. It’s not a situation where you should be passing the buck. I would have absolutely hung that jury, if I could not convince even one other person. This guy should not be taking a walk.
Not to mention the message this sends to other psychotics on the force waiting for the day they get to plug somebody.
I would that, having been spared the ‘prejudicial’ experience of having to watch the video prior to deliberation, someone, SOMEONE sits them down and makes them watch it.
And then, and only then, ask them to explain their verdict. I would hope sobbing and “We didn’t know!” would ensue.
Sadly, I think it is too much to expect their loved ones to hold them accountable.
If my husband was on a jury that voted to acquit, I’d divorce him.
Thought experiment: If indeed some of these jurists (or even just 1) simply voted guilty to go home, rather than having to remain in deliberations… why should either a libertarian or anarchist have a problem with it?
The folks here regularly praise self-interested decisions, claiming we can’t force people to do the “moral” thing over the expedient one. And that’s all the above situation would be: choosing the pragmatic, self-interested option. The jurists are being forced to participate from the beginning. They just want to go home. Why shouldn’t they do whatever gets them there faster?
If that was the case all they have to do is say they are a libertarian or anarchist during the selection process and off they go.
****Voted NOT GUILTY****
Bad Kivlor.
Yes, but for libertarians and anarchists looking in from the outside, it would seems to me that such criticisms of their choices should be anathema.
I guess it depends on what you think of the idea of “civic duty”. If seeing justice done is a personal value of yours, then you are going to stick to the decision you made about the case.
And it’s not like it’s that hard to get out of jury duty. If you don’t want to do it right, tell them you hate cops, or are related to a cop, or something.
What’s wrong with someone getting days or weeks into a jury trial and saying “you know, I really want to go home to my family.” He’s making an economic decision. If he holds on, it’s giving in to the sunk cost fallacy right? “I thought it was worth it doing my ‘civic duty’ but now…” Aren’t we supposed to praise his self-interested decision-making?
I mean, if anything, shouldn’t we oppose jury trials altogether because they are a form of slavery?
Sounds like a fallacy. I can agree that someone has the right to make a bad decision while still condemning the decision. Ultimately, acquitting this cop increases the likelihood that other cops are unafraid of consequences when they act especially trigger happy. It increases the likelihood that you or someone you care about might later encounter this individual who served no punishment and is still kill happy. It’s not the most enlightened of self-interested choices. I can endorse your right to make a stupid choice without agreeing with your stupid choice.
“The folks here regularly praise self-interested decisions, claiming we can’t force people to do the “moral” thing over the expedient one”
I don’t think any libertarian would need to be forced to convict this motherfucker. Hard to imagine a greater violation of the NAP than I just saw in this video. It’s in my self interest to see this asshole cop locked up.
When acting as a juror you are not a private individual. Voting guilty makes you a participant in the state’s initiation of force.
Voting guilty because you want to go home is no more an exercise of legitimate self-interest than a cop taking a bribe is.
Key word being ‘legitimate’. Once you, or any libertarian or anarchist, undertakes the duty to serve on a jury, you have committed to do it right, haven’t you? These people didn’t. That’s bad. And I say that as a libertarian.
If they were only going to do what was right, they would have walked into the courtroom and shot the fucking piece-of-shit.
Then they could go home.
B) It’s not like their kids are going to be watching the video.
Their kids have YouTube, just like virtually every kid. Think they’re not going look for the video about the case their Mom or Dad participated in?
Wait, did the jury get to see the video, however? The article implies that the jurors didn’t see this portion of the video, either.
https://tinyurl.com/y8p9psv9
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bqu252kHlg4
+100 headbangs
I’m angry enough to enjoy this.
The spirit of Balko (pbuh) lives on in posts like these.
Unemployed Armenian Tranny
Ilke I said in another post recently – there is not floor for how low my opinion of cops can go. This vid is hurtling it down a bottomless pit.
My opinion of American juries is right there.
Even without the shooting that was some pretty shitty police work. That cop was itching to shoot. Why the F didn’t they just go cuff the kid, damn. All for a damn play gun, hell even if it was real, WTF! its legal to have a gun in AZ. I am so disgusted.
You have the benefit of hindsight, not of the situation at hand, and are emotionally triggered, just as others who might or might not have a prejudiced view of law enforcement. At least the kid didn’t suffer.
Fuck You. The dead kid didn’t suffer? You have the benefit of knowing what he felt while having his body pumped full of bullets after being terrified by a psychopath? Fuck You. Eat shit asshole.
Jefferson is a stupid piece of shit. He might even be the faggot cop in question. Either way, they always have a million excuses when they fuck up. Cops are never accountable.
I’m beginning to suspect Jeffersonian162 is Brailsford. He’s cut from the same psycho cloth.
So what about the scenario made it safer to instruct the kid to crawl down the hallway, rather than continue to lie face down, when he was already face down, and just go up and cuff him? I can’t for the life of me figure that part out. Not in hindsight, but in the scenario of trying to safely arrest someone who I suspect is armed and who is currently facedown on the ground.
I don’t think I’ve every heard of any cop telling a suspect to crawl toward him (or any other direction). Not that I know any more about it than anyone else.
KBeckman
Even without hindsight you can’t justify this shooting. Sending a SWAT team when no criminal activity is reported is already violating the objective reasonableness standard.
Treating everyone as suspects to a crime that hasn’t been reported is not reasonable.
The idea that a reasonable officer would shoot in a situation where no criminal activity had been reported because he was in fear for his life and/or the lives of others is utterly ridiculous.
That’s sort of the point: The piece-of-shit cop should suffer. His agony should last for days, or weeks, or years. And then he should die.
It’s not a question of foresight or hindsight. It’s a matter of basic thinking ability and a modicum of morality. You and this piece-of-shit cop apparently lack both.
I saw the first six words and didn’t have to look to see who posted the comment. Didn’t continue either. Go away you fuck. Your “argument” trying to defend this piece of shit are pathetic and you’re not convincing anyone. Go fuck yourself. With a razor dildo.
As a guy from Arizona, I’m not happy about this.
It’s an unfortunate event, for sure. But I wonder what any of you would have done in that situation. It takes less than a second for a suspect to pull a hidden gun and fire. I can link videos of cops being killed by suspects that were completely passive a moment before. They already knew (or at least at reason to believe) that he was armed. They didn’t cuff him where he was prone because they had to consider the possibility of someone else being in the hotel room.
I don’t know what that department’s policies are, but they probably include the instructions the officer was giving. The woman complied, did as instructed and crawled toward them. She was unharmed. Blame the loose shorts, maybe? But when the suspect reached behind his back for no reason, he escalated the scenario. Cops are not trained to be polite. They are trained to take control of a situation and issue clear demands. That’s exactly what happened.
Everyone’s an expert when they’re looking from the outside. Undergoing police training for these scenarios changed this activist’s mind. Maybe yours, too?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yfi3Ndh3n-g&t=225s
Hmm, who would have thought showing cops videos of cops being murdered as part of their training might skew their perspective?
The COP escalated the scenario when he ordered this man to shuffle forward instead of having another cop cuff him while keeping him covered with the gun. Instead he made the baffling decision to scream at bunch of commands at a guy who is at first confused, then pretty clearly terrified because the cop is telling him he’ll fucking die if he makes a mistake. I don’t know about you, but I get pretty antsy with people looking over my shoulder. I don’t know how I’d react if a man with a gun was screaming he going to kill me.
If you’re too much of a pussy to handle one guy in loose shorts who’s sobbing for his life, you don’t deserve to be a cop. Especially when you’ve got half a dozen other cops backing you up in this situation.
And SWAT body armor too.
Yet if a soldier did this to an foreign national in a war zone who turned out to be unarmed, PVT Snuffy would be doing 20 in Leavenworth.
Amazing that a sobbing American on the floor of a hotel gets less consideration that an enemy combatant.
And yes, being a cop can be dangerous. It’s what you get paid for. Don’t like it? Get a new line of work.
Since you seem to be an expert tell us, exactly what does cop dick taste like?
Salty milk and coins.
How many frames were deleted from those “training” videos. I’ve never, ever seen anyone move that fast.
If that were the standard we should accept, when could a police shooting not be justified?
The rules are very simple, and they are supposed to apply to everyone: you are only justified in using deadly force if you REASONABLY BELIEVE the safety of you or third party is in imminent danger.
The fact that there are scenarios where you might be in danger means nothing. I can show you a video of a man in a convertible being shot in the head without warning. Are you in danger whenever you sit in a convertible?
He didn’t see a gun, he didn’t have any reason to believe the “suspect” had a gun or in anyway was breaking the law; if you can shot in that circumstance, you can shoot in any circumstance.
It’s not objectively reasonable to send a SWAT team when no actual crime has been reported.
A “civilian” who did what the cop did under those circumstances would get the death penalty in AZ. Not a doubt in my mind.
So basically, if somebody calls the police on you for doing something that is perfectly legal, you have forfeited your life, unless you can comply with a face-down game of Simon Says at gunpoint.
Blame the loose shorts, maybe? But when the suspect reached behind his back for no reason, he escalated the scenario.
Ah, so the “suspect” must make split second decisions about responding to unexpected events, and consciously avoid any natural reflexes like pulling one’s pants up when they’re coming off, under penalty of death for any mistake. Whereas the cop is allowed to make oopsies like filling a kid with lead because, hey, everybody’s human!
Everyone’s an expert when they’re looking from the outside.
How can you type that with a straight face after your blaming the sobbing kid crawling at gunpoint for reflexively reaching for his pants?
That’s horseshit. Standing up, perhaps. Lying face down with legs crossed and hands stretched out in front of you, there’s no way you could pull and fire a gun in a second.
The possibility of someone else being in the room? What the fuck is that? Another red herring?
The woman is alive because the piece-of-shit cop probably thought he might not get away with murdering a woman.
The piece-of-shit cop did NOT have control of the situation. There’s no reason that he had to scream conflicting orders. In fact, there’s no reason to scream at all. As has been pointed out, there was no evidence of a crime at all! This wasn’t a situation where shots have been fired and the police encounter a half-dozen bleeding and dying victims en route to the room. This is a case where a psychotic piece of filth created the problem and used it as an excuse to commit first-degree murder.
Imagine how this might have gone differently if the piece-of-shit pig had not gone in all jacked up and screaming?
Calm voice: “Listen to me very carefully. Lie down on the floor. Stretch your hands out in front of you and put your palms on the floor. That’s good. Do not speak. …”
It takes less than a second for a suspect to pull a hidden gun and fire.
It takes even less time to pull the trigger of a gun you already have pointed at them. Unless the suspect was Wyatt Earp, I would not think he would be able to get any gun out and fire that quickly.
So why is it that the ratio of cops being killed by citizens to citizens being killed by cops is so outrageously out of whack? Why are there hundreds of citizens murdered by American cops every year, and like single digits in European countries? Are European cops just less fearful for their lives? Are Europeans better at making cops more comfortable? Or are the European police unions not as good at defending them?
Sounds-like-jeffersonian posted:
“Everyone’s an expert when they’re looking from the outside. Undergoing police training for these scenarios changed this activist’s mind. Maybe yours, too?”\
There is no way he could have drawn a weapon from his waistband like that and instantly fired. Go ahead and try. Even my gym partner, who is a massive firearms enthusiast with hundreds of hours of tactical training schools said he couldn’t do it under those circumstances, and I’ve seen him quick draw. The cop created that situation so he would have an excuse to murder at least one of them.
Cops are ‘trained to take control of a situation and issue clear demands. That’s exactly what happened’.
It doesn’t seem possible that we watched the same video. The Sergeant escalated the situation and then started issuing commands that were at best bizarre, but certainly contradictory and confusing, all the while screaming that if he made the slightest mistake he would be killed. And there were five other officers there, all with rifles pointed. The woman said that when she came out of the room there were ‘red dots all over her’.
What is so frightening with this video was the realization that this was not one of those situations where someone was being uncooperative and fighting. He was doing EVERYTHING he could to comply with directions that almost guaranteed he would make a mistake. The police officers CREATED a situation where most normal law abiding citizens in the same situation would have a similar reflex error, thus justifying their execution.
“They are trained to take control of a situation and issue clear demands.”
Brailsford didn’t issue clear commands. He was playing “Simon Says”.
“[Shaver] escalated the scenario.”
No, he didn’t. Shaver was clearly terrified and trying to comply with unclear commands. Brailsford escalated the situation by having Shaver get up and crawl. They could have kept him prone with his hands back while they checked the area. There were 6 cops there.
^in reply to Mindscape
The clear instructions to crawl towards the armed officer, does not mean to stop, and to reach with one’s right hand into one’s shorts or pants, not even if my pants were coming off! Unfortunate, but this is what stupidity will get you.
The only stupidity evident in the video was that exhibited by the piece-of-shit cop.
And fuckwads who defend them.
Jeff, I hope a cop murders you, just for the ironic chuckles.
What was unclear? “Cross your legs.” (he undid them once already) “Keep your hands in the air.” (he didn’t even come close to this one) “Crawl toward me.” (failed, grabbed for the back of his pants for the second time). The woman seemed to figure it out and she lived.
stupid can get one killed! To all of you cursing the cop for what he did, I ask you, where, exactly, did the cop go wrong, with the kid reaching back to grab a gun or to pull up his pants. Dumb, very, very dumb!
When they responded to legal activity with high powered rifles. It’s not illegal to have a gun in AZ.
Unless you SEE a gun, you don’t get to shoot. “I thought” or “I feared” or “”I reasonably believed” no longer cut it. Cops get paid a nice salary to go into harms way to PROTECT & SERVE us. If they can’t hack it, get another job.
Soldiers in Afghanistan, an ACTUAL FUCKING WAR ZONE mind you, have to actually have a weapon being raised to fire at them before they can shoot. Apparently that level of restraint is beyond the animals in blue.
They are given firepower and are not the brightest bulbs on the tree. And idiots who love a police state defend them, just as “good Germans” defended Hitler.
Being a cop isn’t even especially dangerous………
https://tinyurl.com/y9kumpdg
His mistake was not walking up to the hotel room door, like a grown man, knocking and with tact and diplomacy politely asking what was going on. Until shots are fired, there is no reason for a cop to even touch his weapon. Better 1000 cops die than one citizen be wrongly harmed by a cop.
Reminds me of Waco. After the Feds had incinerated dozens of men, women and children in their quest for Koresh, someone pointed out that Koresh had been arrested once before for attempted murder, in the late 1980s, when he and another member of the sect had gotten into a fight and Koresh had shot him. Instead of a 100-man clusterfuck like the BATF “Operation Hollywood”, the cavalcade of stormtroopers tumbling out of horse trailers with M-16s, on that earlier occasion the local sheriff had sent out a couple of deputies to arrest Koresh and the process had gone something like this:
*knock* *knock*
(Door opens).
Deputy 1: “Are you David Koresh?”
Koresh: “Yes I am”.
Deputy 2: “Well, David, we have a warrant for your arrest here and we’d like you to come with us.”
Koresh: “OK. Let me get my hat and coat and we’ll go.”
And off they went.
Koresh was acquitted.
Now see it’s easy for you to say this because you have hindsight. Try to put yourself in the kid’s poorly fitting basketball shorts.
The first place the cop went wrong was by screaming everything. That’s not communication. It’s intimidation. You have a piece-of-shit cop who shows up on a NON-crime scene (no report of anything illegal happening) and begins screaming that he’s going to shoot someone. That’s mistake one. There was no intention of controlling the scene. The intent was to terrify the victim. The piece-of-shit cop succeeded in that… and in getting away with murder.
The second place the piece-of-shit cop screwed up is by having the guy move at all. Just prone him out and hook him up. Easy peasy.
The third way the piece-of-shit cop screwed up is by shooting the guy instead of telling him to freeze. The cop effectively destroyed communication by making all elements of equal importance. A rational voice explaining what was going to happen would have left the cop with the option to YELL a more urgent order. But since the POS cop’s volume started out at 11, he had no place to go and no way to lend emphasis.
Three failures by the cop – and then murder.
Indeed. I also highly doubt that this is how he was trained. If he was, the whole SWAT tea, and it’s commanders need to be sacked and the PD should start over.
YOU DON’T GET TO MURDER PEOPLE WHEN THEY FAIL AT SIMON SAYS YOU FUCK!!
God you awful piece of shit, you seem to think this kind of shit DOESN’T get cops killed. Unbelievable. But of course, with that result, the cops get to kill more civilians. You must view that as a win/win.
http://www.cnn.com/videos/us/2…..shootings/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nU_A6zLaIxs
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aXqoYMOkuYc
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YuMTj0wT6Cs
But you don’t care… Because that’s “what they get paid for.”
That’s correct. Don’t want to get shot at? Don’t be a cop.
If cops would just stick to crimes with actual victims, they wouldn’t be so hated.
Police state apologists forget who works for who. Police work for the citizenry, not the other way around. Except in a police state.
Only a fucking moron would equate someone disobeying police orders, walking away with a hand in his pocket with what I saw in the video above: A man desperately trying to follow the screaming, threatening, conflicting orders of an unhinged POS cop while proned out on the floor with hands in plain sight.
The second video above would have gone just fine – if the cop had told the guy to keep his hands out of the window.
In the third video, it’s not clear who did the shooting, but it doesn’t matter. The cop was an idiot for the way he handled the call. I don’t know what he was responding to – but apparently not a minor traffic infraction because he was trying to handcuff one of the people when he was shot. He also appears to have turned his back. A prudent cop would have had the pair show their hands and would have simply waited for backup.
The fourth video is puzzling because there’s no context. The cops weren’t treating the guy like a suspect. Clearly the first cop didn’t pat him down for weapons. Seems like more of an ambush shooting than anything else.
I just wonder what the other cops were doing. Did they completely agree with everything that was going on?
Probably like that POS cop who arrested the nurse when she refused to violate policy (one agreed to by the cops!) to draw blood from an unconscious patient without a court order. The other cops just stood around with their thumbs in their asses.
As I’ve said before, had I been a cop on the scene, I likely would have arrested, or even shot, the POS murdering pig.
antiestablismentarianism
And people wonder why cops are getting shot at and minorities don’t trust them, because of assholes like this. Let’s break this down: No Miranda warning whatsoever, no visible weapon, and no communicated threat to the cop. It doesn’t matter if it was a pellet gun or a deadly weapon or a teddy bear in the hotel window, that’s a second amendment right. “Waving” a gun is not against the law in any way shape or form.
The lesson here is to not move at all until the cop moves you, even if you’re given instructions to move, don’t move. No jury will let it slide if you don’t move at all and if they rough you up because you didn’t move, you have an excessive use of force claim. You may be bruised, but more likely you’ll be alive.
Cops need to be trained better than this.
Brandishing is definitely a crime.
Correct,so every cop on scene should have been charged with brandishing.
popsyckle
how could a person let this cop get away with this now other cops will kill somebody it won’t stop untill cops go to jail like anybody would
They’ve been murdering and getting away with it for decades.
wjamyers
Someone had a gun? In Arizona!? zomg!!! Call SWAT!!! /sarc Saying that someone had a gun, so it “might be dangerous” fundamentally misunderstands what it means to live in Arizona.
Widsith
I’m not usually an “eye for an eye” kind of person, but Brailsford AND every member of that idiotic jury should be taken out and shot. Immediately. And Shaver’s family should be offered the privilege of firing the shots.
Shooting is too good for them. Honey. And ants. Or the old “bathtub” treatment where they’re confined to a tub of water with only their head out of water and their head is covered with insect attractants.
Replace the water with “liquid glass” putty.
Nah. The bathtub is better. They sit in the water and are fed and given water. Their own urine and feces collect in the tub, and they begin to rot and the insects begin to feed, and it gives them a long time to think about what they’ve done.
I like this. If I say on THEIR jury, I’d find them not guilty.
That’s the most egregious fucking thing I’ve ever scene. That wasn’t second degree murder — it was first degree murder! Brailsford had a clearly stated plan to kill that man for making minor mistakes in following instructions.
Brailsford needs a bullet in the head.
A clear and lawful application of Rule .308 is appropriate here.
Congratulations to Mr. Brailsford on his second lease on life. I hope he goes forward with the realization that killing someone maybe isn’t all it’s cracked up to be.
tommhan
With all the screaming he had the kid scared to death. This cop is wanting to shoot. Sickening.
EZepp
There is no excuse for this.
Maybe if they quit taking steroids, they’ll be less jumpy.
DanL
I hate to say it … but i agree it’s not second degree. This should have been a first degree charge. He may not have intended when he arrived, but at some point in the video was can clearly see he began to plot the death of his victim as the story unfolded. He artilculated his plan as he went, & my guess is that his “Partners” (accomplice) were also terrified, froze and forgot theirobligation to keeping this citizen safe. Once he has clearly gone insane, it was his partner’s JOB to get the situation under control.
Most police are there because they believe in community service. Unfortunately the balance of them (e.g. Phillip Brailsford ) are police because they want a legal way to do criminal activity.
Let’s not glorify this piece of crap by calling him an “officer” … I think calling him “it” would be more appropo. Let’s hope it crawls under a rock before a sympathetic gives him a beating he will not soon forget.
No, it would be my fervent wish that someone take him out in the desert and do unspeakable things to him until he expires. And that person be caught. And tried. And found not guilty. And let the police think about that.
Pretty much these guys have planned this before. They might not have planned to kill this guy but they knew the odds if they kept up these crazy tactics eventually they’d have their chance shoot someone and get away with it, the ridiculous crawling and continuous “we are going to shoot you motherfucker”, they knew someone would eventually crack and make a wrong move. He was on the ground with is arms behind his back, they could have cuffed him easily. Instead they tried to turn him into a circus performer, know that at some point they would get to shoot someone in the face because humans are fallible creatures and even more fallible when they are scared out of their minds. This is very much 1st degree murder.
jbsnc
Murder and incompetence. Their training program should be thrown out and begun anew. The promoters of the old program should be reevaluated. There was at least 1 other cop there (it seems). He too failed.
Does anyone know the other dirt’s name ? The one using the room key? The one who allowed this nut to continue?
And I must say, How sad that a jury could let this community down like that. Some things in life are obvious.
Al Franken’s photo says it all, yet I heard some people call for “an investigation”. No investigation … (except verifying authenticity of the photo) is needed.
The jury must have been picked because they are blind.. That case should have been over in an afternoon.
How can we, as a community, allow this sad little boy criminal “wanna be” , or his attaboy side kick walk away from this without consequence?
Next to this POS cop, Franken is a choir boy.
I have it on good authority that Franken has an awful singing voice and could never be on a choir.
I didn’t say he was a melodious choir boy.
Who wants to be his friend ? anyone?
It clearly put itself into a frenzy… the innocent people on the floor. Does it take 5 shots…
Take a look at the Jerk in S Carolina … shooting to kill a guy who is running away. That cop was big, fat, and slow… but this guy thought he was God .. just like “it” did
I hope La Quinta sues him too for ruining the reputation of their motel.
If you were a social worker, you knew “it” had kids, and you saw this video you think its family are safe with him ?
Murderers should get no mercy..once we are certain they did it, and there is no doubt here.
The family should use their eventual wrongful death award money to establish a bounty in this asshole’s head. Or even crowdfunding it.
Imagine if other occupations followed the “officer safety first” line of thinking.
“What the hell is going on? 20 people have drowned at this beach!”
“I don’t care. What matters is that every one of those lifeguards goes home safely.”
Fuzzyedia
In Pakistan women are stoned to death for infidelity, which is not surprising. What’s surprising is that in a recent poll 80% of Pakistani’s thought it was OK to stone a women to death.
That there are armed incompetent police is an unfortunate fact of US life, but that 80% of cops and prosecutors would probably call shotting an unarmed man on the ground pleading for his life a “good kill” is what I find truly appalling.
In the past I would jokingly state that many authority worshiping juriors would let a cop of for shoting someone in the back while running away with a claim of self defense. That is no longer just a joke.
The Police State is You
It’s your acquittal of peace officer’s homicides against civilians.
It’s your elected District Attorneys justifying 99%+ of all police shootings for unarmed civilians.
It’s you falling for contrived police justifications in civil rights cases.
It’s your elected District Attorneys criminally prosecuting any shooting survivors or other victims of false arrest and the use of unreasonable force, for contrived “resistance offences”
It’s you sitting on juries and voting “guilty” for some contrived criminal “resisting offense” (often for your fellow civilians not immediately, and without question, complying with police orders) that precludes the innocent victim of police abuse from suing his assailant.
If you want a vision of the future, imagine a boot stomping on a human face forever”
George Orwell, 1984
Turnabout is fair play. If I’m ever called for jury duty, and the case involves someone who shot and killed officer Brailsford, my vote is “not guilty.” After seeing this video, any reasonable person who comes in contact with him has just cause to defend himself.
Mr. Savage
Capital murder. Nothing more, nothing less.
No Yards Penalty
Is it rude to hope that Mindfuck and Jefferson get nut cancer and die horrible, painful deaths?
jimw
The man is scared incoherent and imperfectly compliant with the cop’s commands which are, I suggest, excessive in this circumstance.
Be careful out there. The cops are pussies and scared to death of the most infinitesimal risk.
The advice for civilians here? In any similar situation, faint. If possible, vomit. Anything else that you do can get you shot.
I fervently hope that Brailsford was not a military veteran. This panicky behavior is unworthy of a vet. He hasn’t the intelligence or the courage to be a police officer.
So now we await the civil suit?
Remember the DC snipers? I wonder how much more scared the cops would be if a dozen DC sniper squads were roaming the country targeting cops? I think we’re that close to the whole thing coming unglued. These cops are not brave heros. They’re terrified sniveling little girls. Every day they go out thinking, “someone is going to shoot at me today”.
But what if it were really true?
The family is suing for $75 million. And in the civil case they will be able to put the entire Mesa Police department on trial, including the deranged Sergeant who in my mind was even more at fault than the officer who pulled the trigger. I expect a huge, huge, award.
BohdanUke1
He forfeited his life when he pointed a gun out the window, for God’s sake. Who does that? We know who…
If you had read the comments, you might have realized that this canard has already been dealt with.
And you give idiots a bad name.
The 911 call reported guests had said someone was pointing a gun out a window. The only way to prove or disprove the window could be opened like this would be to go to the hotel itself and look, but based on the 911 call there is no reason to think it could not.
Intelligent Mr Toad
Another detail: the cops SPECIFICALLY warned the suspect NOT TO REACH BEHIND HIS BACK several seconds before the shooting. They did not just say keep your hands in sight or keep your hands on the floor or above your head–they SPECIFICALLY said not to reach BEHIND HIS BACK.
That guy was scared out of his mind. When I pull my pants up it’s usually subconscious and second nature I’ve done it so many times. He was on the ground with his hands behind his back. The cops escalated this so they could that guy and put a check mark on their bucket list.
Shouting (all caps) does not strengthen your argument.
Shouting at a suspect and threatening to kill him does not calm him down, it frightens him, it escalates a routine investigation into a life-endangering situation. Add alcohol and physical movements become impaired. Does a cop get to kill anyone who flinches or makes him nervous? Especially when the cop created the flinch? Or is scared out of his mind, like the victim? Is a pro ever allowed to go nuts and kill? Apparently so. The jury thought so. Why? Were they carefully selected to be prejudiced? I hope so. I would hate to think I live in a society that condones murder by cop.
I wouldn’t be surprised if the jury was either bribed or threatened.
When I use all caps, it’s not to enforce an argument, it’s to indicate volume and/or vehemence of expression. If there were a font size that could indicate spittle in the face of some of these fuckers, I’d use it, too.
I think this is why you tell the suspect to get on the floor and don’t move. After this point, the instructions are pretty clear any deviation could much more legitimately be interpreting as hostile. It’s like that copy wanted the suspect to do something to justify shooting him.
I’d like to see you under similar circumstances – where every action you take, whether what you were told to do or not, was responded to with screaming and threats to shoot you. When every time you tried to say you were cooperating, you were told to shut up and threatened with death. I wonder how big a piss stain you would leave on the floor and what everyone would think of the stench as your bowels loosed themselves and you began to blubber and beg and the guy with the gun just threatened you some more.
And then they could shoot you – because you probably deserve it.
Carter Mitchell
Eventually, enough of the right people are going to become so fed up with these murders that, jury verdicts not withstanding, some of them will begin meting out street justice. I wouldn’t be surprised to start seeing reports of cops such as this one being hunted down and eliminated, especially in cases where evidence of the crime is as clear-cut and irrefutable as this.
If I were sitting on a jury trying such a case – an upstanding citizen removing a dangerous animal from our midst – the only possible verdict would be to acquit; I would never vote to convict in such a case.
Do the jury too; they’re accomplices.
ohdelilah
Who the hell do police think they are, ordering people to crawl? That action, right there, should have led to this cop’s firing, and the firing of any other cops in the room who failed to intervene. So much for “don’t resist and you won’t be hurt.”
That’s just murder, plain and simple. they had him on the ground, the other cop could have moved closer and zip tied that scared guy while he was laying on the ground; both of them actually. These guys wanted to go out and kill somebody that night.
What is wrong with people (jurors) who keep excusing murder? Is this because of jury stacking? How could 1, let alone 12, not recognize murder? Or was the killer “untouchable” because of the badge?
Get a large enough group of old codgers in Arizona, and it’s not hard to find 12 that think cops can do no wrong.
I’d love to know what the socio-economic makeup of the jurors was, or their political leaning. My gut tells me they’re all retirement-age Old Testament types. Maybe one or two wildcards who were more interested in getting home than trying to convince their fellow jurors or hang the jury altogether.
Here’s hoping the daughters pull an Inigo Montoya in 10 years. “You killed my father; prepare to die.”
I would hope that the cop didn’t have that long to live.
The ~two years he’s already had are too much.
Badger O Stripey One
In my opinion the cop was looking for a reason to shoot. I can’t believe a jury would absolve him from any responsibility on the evidence of that video. The parents should sue the cops for ten million dollars. That was awful.
TangoDelta
What kind of chicken shit cop makes someone crawl across the floor instead of lying still as the swat team approaches?
Also, it looks like the room is at the end on the corner of the building and the people who saw him in the fifth floor window were in the hot tub about in the middle of the building. That looks to be about half the length of the building say 100 feet and five stories below with a really bad viewing angle.
To top it all off the 911 call seems pretty tame so what were the cops thinking going storm trooper mode? Fuckwits, the lot of them.
Yeah. The guy making the call sounds terrified. /sarcasm.
Actually, that’s the sort of demeanor the COP should have had. “Hey dude! We got a call about a man with a rifle. Are you him?”
Victim: “Yeah man. Got a BB gun.”
Cop: “Cool. Can we see it?”
Ned Netterville
Brailsford is an expert marksman. He hit his victim with every round–at 5 feet!
The vid is a documentary on mystical altruism. Some looter socialist sees a toy gun and calls the National Socialist Gestapo. Those worthies murder the terrified kid in cold blood. So a judge (whose oath on becoming an officer of the court includes “So Help Me God”) tells the Canonized Republican First Responder to put his hand on the Koran (or was it a Bauble?) and swear he is pro-avid-life. Evidence is suppressed, the jury is instructed to let the murderer walk and everyone is happy. The Democratic party snitch got reasonable gun enforcement, the Gestapo prolly figured the kid was Jewish, the cop union will reelect the judge and they all kill happily ever after. The Common Good before the Individual Good.
You mean the jury didn’t even get to collect the proper bribes?
Eat shit you antichrist bigot.
I am referring to the retard Hank.
This fucking cop would be a dead man if he executed my son like that. I would hunt him down and murder him the same way. A revenge killing if this piece of shit would be 100% justified.
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dmoney
Cases like this should be a unifying event for blacks and whites alike in America. The enemy here is rogue cops whoe are the enemy of civilization. There seems to have been a deafening silence by society at large recently when white police officers got off without punishment for shooting unarmed black men. The cop that shot Walter Scott just got convicted so hopefully we’re turning the corner. The system doesn’t give a crap about the people, one way or another, black or white.
The media will never allow that. Progressives must keep the races divided to keep their agenda going.
Before I read any comments, and without trying to say anything clever like [redacted], I want to sincerely say: that is fucking terrifying.
That said…What the literal, actual fucking fuck was THAT?
Faced with such an armed, jacked-up, ‘roid-raging lunatic as that, his mind clearly whirling with amorphous semi-concepts from training manuals, video games and cop movies, I don’t think I would have lasted as long as this poor schlub. Jesus.
And “prejudicial”??? PREDJU-FUCKING-DICIAL??? Well, shit, Judgie, so is the fact the guys got three bullets in him!
So’s the fact that he’s dead! So’s the fact that this cop was playing a game of Simon Says, Death Version!!
I can just imagine how the “description” of the video went: “Suspect was clearly informed to follow officers’ instructions and failed to do so resulting in pacification of said suspect.”
Wow, my sarcastic take on the spun description of the video sounds just like Jefferesonians’ posts.
ScottyBoman
“Simon Says, Death Version” That sums it up.
Plus, shouldn’t somebody be burning down a neighborhood and looting the convenience store?
Crackers don’t do that.
Smokert5555
That was murder. They had the couple still and laying flat on the ground with several guns trained on them. The convoluted way they made the couple move about after having them immobile was bound to create problems. I can’t believe they are trained to operate this way. I suspect they didn’t even try to determine if it was a legal gun or even a real gun before they got to the hallway situation.
Most people are not used to dealing with police in these situations, so will be understandably nervous. But it must be pointed out these people did not have a weapon in their hands or were not acting in a threatening manner. They were trying to comply with orders. Yet the police are so scared of any possible (yet improbable) threat against them it really appears they train them to shoot first and ask questions later. Do we really want our police trained this way? Do we really accept the collateral damage of such training? When do we reach the point where we are concerned as a country? When somebody important or really famous gets killed?
When they shoot the “wrong” guy. A guy who has friends who decide to respond in kind. Friends who set cops up and take them out. Here. There. Everywhere. In daylight and at night. At their homes. On their way to work. In police cars. The idea has been expressed better before:
“And how we burned in the camps later, thinking: What would things have been like if every Security operative, when he went out at night to make an arrest, had been uncertain whether he would return alive and had to say good-bye to his family? Or if, during periods of mass arrests, as for example in Leningrad, when they arrested a quarter of the entire city, people had not simply sat there in their lairs, paling with terror at every bang of the downstairs door and at every step on the staircase, but had understood they had nothing left to lose and had boldly set up in the downstairs hall an ambush of half a dozen people with axes, hammers, pokers, or whatever else was at hand?… The Organs would very quickly have suffered a shortage of officers and transport and, notwithstanding all of Stalin’s thirst, the cursed machine would have ground to a halt! If…if…We didn’t love freedom enough. And even more ? we had no awareness of the real situation…. We purely and simply deserved everything that happened afterward.”
? Aleksandr Solzhenitsyn, The Gulag Archipelago 1918-1956
AlgerHiss
Too many of these cases end this way: Jury won’t convict the “cop”.
I’m beginning to believe judges and prosecutors have some way to manipulate these juries without our detecting it.
While not necessarily relevant to this case, If I ever get on another jury, I’m going to smile, appear to be the most agreeable person during voir dire, then do whatever the Hell I want to in that deliberation room, the judge’s instructions be dammed. Nullification shall be my number one guide.
On jury duty, I took a few dozen nullification pamphlets and inserted them into the reading material. Don’t know if anyone ever saw them. For all I know, the state functionaries had to sterilize the room.
The case involved a triangle: guy #1, thinking guy #2 was swinging at him, took a swing and knocked guy #2’s glasses off. That was it. No injury. No damage. The glasses didn’t even break. But technically, it was battery. The evil-doer was the female (cherchez la femme) and of course, she was nowhere to be seen – but the trial took like NINE HOURS because it was the prosecutor’s first case and every two sentences of testimony required a sidebar, which meant we all got to get up and leave and come back again. The case didn’t go to the jury until about 9 pm. We’d ordered dinner and it was delivered. I was the foreman and the first question I asked was if anyone wanted to vote guilty. Nobody did. The second question I asked was whether we should tell them we’d reached a verdict – or make them wait on US while we ate dinner. We chowed down.
The jury approved MY closing remark to the prosecutor: “We are embarrassed and angered that the prosecutor’s office wasted our time, the court’s time and taxpayer resources on such a bullshit case.” The prosecutor began to protest that “they had to prosecute” but I called bullshit on that too. The seasoned second chair told the newbie to sit down and shut up. The judge just smiled. And we all went home.
Dunehunter
This is outrageous. Both of these cops belong in prison for 2nd degree murder.
Fuck this worthless pig. I say this calls for the Alex Murphy treatment. Those copsucking jurors can eat shit and die.
Barbara Yarhead
Not sure why people are upset. No black person was killed. The white privilege of the cop was affirmed. Win-win for identity politics.
Patricial shiels
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The jurors saw the video. Did he have a jury of his piers?
At the very minimum this shows the need for civilian oversight. At worse it removes all doubt that we have a tyrannical government and that individuals must secure their own defense, especially defense from said government. This isn’t just a rouge officer, the system upheld his action as lawful.
People in his position have permission to do this to us.
In an age when it is fashionable to react to every “gun-crime” (sic) with calls for disarming civilians it is wise to remember the words of Malcolm X who said, “It is criminal to teach a man not to defend himself when he is the constant victim of brutal attacks.”
The jurors didn’t see the video prior to deliberation. It was “described” to them, probably something along the lines of “Officers went to the location and gave the suspect instructions with which he did not comply. The officers, sensing a threat, then neutralized him.” The fault here lies with the judge and/or the prosecutor.
If the jurors neighbors, friends or relatives see it, I would hope there is much gnashing of teeth and rending of garments.
According to the Arizona Central News the jury did see the video.
It’s hard to imagine how anyone could watch this video and not say they just watched a murder. One thing to point out though is that the unhinged lunatic screaming at the innocent victim was not the police officer who shot him, but the Sergeant, Charles Langley. As I watched the video it seemed that he more than anyone was responsible for creating the situation where it became almost a given that the guy was going to be shot… yet he was not the one on trial.
I wonder if the jury was saying to themselves that a murder was committed, but that the video showed the person MOST responsible for the murder was not the person charged. I’d sure like to know what they were thinking.
Who were the jurors? Some ambitious investigative journalist needs to catch up with them and ask them to explain this ….. verdict.
If he didn’t know English would he just be shot right away without the foreplay?
This is another reason to hate the BLM movement…making cop murder all about them is just fucking selfish and wrong.
Travis Shallcross
I’m Forrest Gump: stupid as a stupid does. Yeah, if you’re THAT neanderthal stupid to play the “race card”, because as far as I saw, this cold blooded murder had NOTHING to do with race AT ALL… If you’re THAT stupid, that you just can’t say that this cop is a retard piece of shit… If you can’t just say, this cop was WRONG on every fucking level, and just take it for exactly what it was instead of getting retardedly political… If you just had a grain of sand in your stupid monkey head that said, hey, this cop is out of his mind… And didn’t play your brainwashed bullshit zombie fuckin retard brain on this, maybe, just maybe, you might have a point. Fuck.
Well, aside from all my other posts which basically agreed exactly with what you said right there (except I wasn’t as easy on him as you are), I thought it was a valid point: that cop murder is NOT a “race issue”, it’s one that affects everyone, and MAKING IT A RACE ISSUE might even result in idiot fucking juries siding with the cops. Which is tragic, not something I’m fucking advocating. So you didn’t read any other comments and went off half-cocked.
I think you’re the one whose knee is jerking so hard you’re kicking yourself in the brain. Nice shot, btw.
This is absolutely disgusting beyond comprehension. I don’t give a fuck about your stupid ass political views. This kid did absolutely NOTHING wrong. This cop needs to get fuckin put in a slaughter house. Ooh you’re so bad ass with your guns Arizona. You stupid fucks. If you advocate this cold blooded rediculous murder and justify it, you need to be castrated. I don’t understand how anyone in the comments can back this cop up in any logical frame of mind and say that what he did was in ANY way justifiable. It’s people like you who need to be shot up into space in a rocket away from Earth with the rest of the psychos of the world and all be blasted the fuck out of here.
The real problem here (to save you the trouble of understanding it for yourself) is A) other fucking guests at the hotel saw a fucking air rifle (legal) and called cops. No idea where they were from, but they are peripherally responsible for this kids’ death, though I guess they didn’t know a maniacal, roid raging monster would answer their call in a cops uniform. B) The judge or prosecutor somehow made it possible for this jury to NOT SEE THIS VIDEO before deliberating. It was “described to them”. Fucked up, right? THERE’S the guilty parties for the verdict. I suspect it’s going to be hard for the jurors when their families, friends and co-workers show them the video.
So your “people of Arizona” rant means nothing. I hope your comments about people backing this cop (who I agree should be dead as this poor kid) were based on comments upthread that disgustingly tried to rationalize the cops’ actions because “he reached for his pockets” or some such shit. Awful, and if those comments came from an actual cop, not just some copsucker…well, there’s another dimension to our problem. No way any human being should try to justify the cops actions here.
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Apparently Quentin Tarantino was right all along.
Link for the Donald P. Scott murder below, for anyone not aware. The mother load of law enforcement abuses in one attack.- Illegal search warrant, 30+ cops and a battering ram, civil asset forfeiture (the motive), the story- drugs (pot, none found), the instuctions, “put the gun down or move or we shoot” (followed by a bang), a criminal trial (and acquittal), the civil suit (stonewalled), the apology (none).
http://freedominourtime.blogsp…..scott.html
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It’s time to try the judge for suppression of evidence. The Warren Commission did the same thing with the Zapruder film. In The New World Order, Control Agents will be exempt from prosecution. What we are witnessing here is a steady progression towards this goal.
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Defense Department Computer Network Among Top Sharers of Child Pornography
Plus: Florida legalizes vegetable gardens, Facebook bans anti-voting ads, and more...
Elizabeth Nolan Brown | 7.3.2019 9:38 AM
(Department of Defense/Sipa USA/Newscom)
Defense Department computers are among the top distributors of child pornography. An untold number of Department of Defense (DOD) employees and contractors have subscriptions to child pornography websites, and the problem is apparently so pervasive it requires new technical solutions to address it.
"Hundreds of DoD-affiliated individuals" were recently identified as suspects in child pornography cases, according to an investigation by the Defense Criminal Investigative Service.
So far, authorities have only looked into about 20 percent of these cases. But already, they've found "several" individuals "using their government devices to download or share said pornographic material."
Last year, an investigation by the National Criminal Justice Training Program found DOD computers were among the top networks nationwide for peer-to-peer sharing of pornographic images of minors. DOD's network ranked 19th out of 2,891 computer networks studied.
To prevent such widespread abuse going forward, the "End National Defense Network Abuse Act" would "crack down on this activity by upgrading the training and technical capacity of military criminal investigative organizations to confront the misuse of DoD computers, facilities, and equipment," according to a press release. It would also arrange for DOD authorities to work more closely with civilian law enforcement on these cases.
"The notion that the Department of Defense's network and Pentagon-issued computers may be used to view, create, or circulate such horrifying images is a shameful disgrace, and one we must fight head on," said Rep. Abigail Spanberger (D–Va.), who co-sponsored the bill with Rep. Mark Meadows (R–N.C.).
A companion bill in the senate has been introduced by Sens. Lisa Murkowski (R–Alaska) and Brian Schatz (D–Hawaii).
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What could go wrong? In order to protect the press, Democratic presidential candidate Eric Swalwell wants the federal government to decide who is and isn't a journalist.
Assault is already a crime, and I don't want the government deciding who is and isn't a reporter. https://t.co/qEjH8iaYjy
— CJ Ciaramella (@cjciaramella) July 2, 2019
It's already illegal to assault a journalist you grandstanding idiot https://t.co/qoKAzxkXfh
— Jen Monroe ???????? (@jenniferm_q) July 2, 2019
Land of the Free? "After nearly six years of fighting…I will once again be able to legally plant vegetables in my front yard," said Hermine Ricketts after a lengthy battle in Florida. "I'm grateful to the legislature and the governor for standing up to protect my freedom to grow healthy food on my own property."
Almost $2.5 million is being diverted from the National Park Service's regular funds for President Trump's dick-swinging "Salute to America" tomorrow.
Facebook will ban ads that promote abstention from voting.
Judy Shelton, whom Trump has nominated to be one of the Federal Reserve Board's two governors, is a critic of central banking and a supporter of the gold standard.
"Ankle bracelets are promoted as a humane alternative to jail." But what's really going on?
More criticism of Sen. Josh Hawley's (R–Mo.) supremely silly social-media bill:
A take on Sen. Hawley's social media regulation from a former Google content moderator - @RSI's own @DaisySRivkin!! https://t.co/lJQJmpl6bS @WashTimes
— Shoshana Weissmann, Sloth Committee Chair ???? (@senatorshoshana) July 2, 2019
I may be reading too much into this image, but…
Gabbard's cool abstention from this sisterly farce here: priceless pic.twitter.com/wUTEkJhgSi
— Elizabeth Nolan Brown (@ENBrown) July 3, 2019
Democrats are asking Facebook to stop its cryptocurrency plans.
Georgia is being sued for allegedly discriminating against Puerto Ricans by making them jump through extra hoops to get driver's licenses.
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OpenBordersLiberal-tarian
July.3.2019 at 9:43 am
“Almost $2.5 million is being diverted from the National Park Service’s regular funds for President Trump’s dick-swinging ‘Salute to America’ tomorrow.”
More like #TinyMushroomDick-swinging.
#SoGladButtplugRememberedHisPassword
Rufus The Monocled
“Ankle bracelets are promoted as a humane alternative to jail.” But what’s really going on?”
And sexier.
This is bizarre: the government has no trouble paying about $100 per day to keep people who have not yet been convicted of a crime in jail, but to release them it wants them to pay $10 a day expenses for the ankle monitor.
Don't look at me!
“Grandstanding idiot”.
Check out the wamyn high fiving each other.
Only one is authentic.
Also spelled ‘wahmen’. Apparently. Apologies to clown world.
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July.3.2019 at 10:07 am
“Bake-that-cake, bake-that-cake, baker’s person!
So I will, gay master, as fast as I can,
Pat it, prick it, mark it with a D,
Put in the oven over Kamala and me.”
Unicorn Abattoir
I didn’t realize Kirsten Gillibrand was so short!
CharlesWT
July.3.2019 at 1:12 pm
That’s nothing. If you want to see a truly diminutive number, check out her IQ.
Is the one blond chick really that short?
Let’s just say she’s held a lot of beers in her time.
ErictheRed
Fauxcahontas has the wingspan of a power forward
Fist of Etiquette
Reason’s offering a special Fourth of July subscription rate of two years (that’s 22 issues) for $17.76.
Language of the oppressor.
“Gabbard’s cool abstention from this sisterly farce here: priceless”
Don’t be fooled by Gabbard’s calm demeanor or anti-war posturing. She’s actually the most dangerous Democrat running for President because Russians like her too much.
#GabbardRussia
#LibertariansForGettingToughWithRussia
One person’s cool abstention is another person’s ‘why do they all ignore me?’.
There is a sign is a chain restaurant that says “Just because no one wants you on their team doesn’t mean no one likes you. They just don’t like you on their team.”
Is there a YouTube video of Gabbard dancing braless, like AOC?
More bad economic news.
Job creation has another rough month in June as private payrolls rise by just 102,000
#DrumpfRecession
I have noticed that when there is a difference between “expectations” and reality, it is never the “expectations” that are questioned, only the reality. I would have thought the headline would be “experts miss jobs figure by 28%; 10,000 analysts fired”.
And then, when there is pretty much full employment, it’s hard to hire folks.
Aloysious
I hope nobody on this board works at the DoD.
I wonder what the DHS stats are.
Those paragons of virtue? I’m quite sure there behavior is spotless.
JesseAz
Palin and Jeff likely do
Yellow Tony
Gross. I like my surfer boys technically illegal.
sharmota4zeb
Yeah Tony, but you live in Portland, NH.
Assault is already a crime, and I don’t want the government deciding who is and isn’t a reporter.
Ciaramella just outed himself as NOT a journalist if he doesn’t want the special protections.
Maybe he doesn’t want to join any club that would have him as a member.
I only join clubs that will have my member.
MatthewSlyfield
I can think of a few clubs that would willingly half your member.
Almost $2.5 million is being diverted from the National Park Service’s regular funds for President Trump’s dick-swinging “Salute to America” tomorrow.
Lateral move.
Nothing left to cut
“DOD’s network ranked 19th” in child porn collecting and dissemination.
“If we all work together we can raise this number to be the TOP!”
–some civil servant artard
They aren’t that ambitious.
Always wear protection when voting, kids. You never know what you’ll end up with.
I always go to the voting booth wearing a full body condom.
That’ll go well with the women dressing up as female reproductive organs.
Mike Laursen
Fine. As long as I can start voting from the comfort of my recliner just by saying, “Hey, Siri…”
Vote or die mutherfucker vote or die.
Red Rocks White Privilege
In order to protect the press, Democratic presidential candidate Eric Swalwell wants the federal government to decide who is and isn’t a journalist.
This coming on the heels of the rhinestone cowpie, Frederica Wilson, saying that people who make fun of Congressional reps on social media need to be prosecuted.
Nardz
But both sides!
Ads that promote voting against Trump will be free.
Mickey Rat
Will Reason’s evergreen article on the futility of voting be removed from Facebook when it pops up again?
Probably, and meanwhile the Reason staff will praise them for it (just kidding, they believe they should have special rules that exempt them from the censorship).
Remember when that white cop shot a black guy in the city a presidential candidate is mayor of, then that mayor blamed systemic racism and somehow excused himself from that system? I think it was only a couple weeks ago…
Oh, my bad. Forgot we’re trying to bury that news around here.
Dude is gay. They are super special people. If systemic racism momentarily escaped his attention it’s because of homophobes like you.
This site is becoming damn near unusable in mobile. The page keeps jumping back to the top, and now I am getting autoplay videos? What the hell, Reason. I can’t take this anymore.
Some here will miss you.
(the rest of us know it is a bluff)
We can still visit media.matters or slate if we want his talking points.
If you’re on Android, Firefox allows addons like uBlock Origin so you won’t have to deal with those annoyances. I also recommend uMatrix to accompany uBlock Origin.
Reason probably spent a ton of money just to fuck up their website like this. They should just revert the whole thing to the previous version.
Reason is best read on a desktop screen.
Weigel's Cock Ring
Well, the scumbags at the New York Times are no longer holding back: they’re finally telling America and Americans what they really think of us. Spoiler alert: they think we pretty much suck.
https://twitter.com/nytopinion/status/1146089900439064581?s=12
Enjoy Every Sandwich
From the photo I get the impression that Warren knows no more about high-fiving than she does about drinking beer.
She’s doing the old Indian double open hand greeting to show she is unarmed. You literally see her mouthing “how” in the picture. Dont be racist.
Judy Shelton, whom Trump has nominated to be one of the Federal Reserve Board’s two governors, is a critic of central banking and a supporter of the gold standard.
It’s going to figuratively destroy half the Reason staff that Trump is the most libertarian president to date.
It’s already destroyed the entire Reason staff, along with any notion that this website was libertarian in the first place.
I guess we’ll forget about Calvin Coolidge.
So tired of winning. KAG! But seriously can anybody imagine Reason’s favored candidate, HRC would make this nomination?
Yeah, Trump is the most libertarian president in my lifetime.
Georgia is being sued for allegedly discriminating against Puerto Ricans by making them jump through extra hoops to get driver’s licenses.
THEY SHOULDN’T BE GIVING DRIVERS LICENSES TO FOREIGNERS IN THE FIRST PLACE. USA!
Should be easy. I heard they were good at circus stuff.
Defense Department computers are among the top distributors of child pornography.
FBI: Hold my beer.
Ken Shultz
Punching Zuckermuffin in the face is difficult, wrong, and illegal; you don’t like Slack because it won’t let you blab at random strangers . . . maybe there just doesn’t seem like a better alternative to you than siccing the politicians on Facebook.
Baloney! There are still other options, and here’s one: Have you met MeWe?
https://mewe.com/
They’re supposedly picking up 30,000 users daily. Plenty of their millions of users would love to hear what you think about what they wrote about someone else’s Mom and her cat pics. Or if you want to tell all the MeWe users who will listen about how much you hated the last Avengers movie, you can do that!
On the other hand, you can make your own posts as private as you want them to be–and that doesn’t just mean private from other users. At the link, they claim that with them, “Your private life is #Not4Sale” and further that there are, “No Ads. No Spyware. No BS.” with their service. Keep all your posts to invited friends and family if you like. They promise to keep your private shit away from advertisers!
Regardless, there’s nothing Zucksucks says or does that’s so obnoxious and awful that it should make you so stupid that you’d trust Nancy Pelosi, Mitch McConnell, and the bureaucrats at the Federal Trade Commission to solve your problems for you–better than you can solve them for yourself.
God, Facebook sucks! Don’t let it make you stupid.
It’ll be interesting if they survive past their VC funding rounds.
That’s when they sell to Facebook or Google.
MeWe presumably wants to go public.
Regardless, in the current political environment, I doubt anybody in the government would approve of Facebook or Google buying MeWe at this point. Facebook will be lucky if they can get out of this without the government forcing them to spin off Instagram.
There’s no way the government would let Facebook buy Instagram today. Letting them do that acquisition in first place is openly seen as a terrible mistake–and making them sell it is openly advocated as a remedy for the problems at Facebook. I’m not saying that’s the way it should be, but I think that’s the way it is.
July.3.2019 at 12:00 pm
I wish them the best of luck. I hope I am wrong on all of this.
I think they’re well positioned for the demographic that Facebook has lost. I certainly hope they’re successful. They don’t need to have profit margins that are as fat as Facebook’s in order to be profitable, and when I look at the size of their first funding round, it’s kind of amazing how little money they apparently needed.
http://labusinessjournal.com/news/2018/jul/07/facebook-alternative-mewe-raises-52m/
They could have a burn rate a hell of a lot higher than that and stay alive for a long time to come, and only needing a few million to maintain that kind of increase in users is a big deal. It’s not like they need to reinvent the wheel like Facebook did when the latter was taking on MySpace either. People use to pay through the nose for Excel and Word. It became a commodity product. The same thing happened to mp3 players. The same thing is happening to smart phones. All the heavy lifting in social media may already be done. And with all those disaffected, young ex-Facebook users out there, I wouldn’t bet against MeWe. They’re in a good spot at a good time.
I did my libertarian duty and got my friends and family on Slack as a Facebook replacement. I (and they) love the way Slack integrates with other programs friends and family are already using. Slack probably won’t ever have the kinds of margins that Facebook enjoyed, but they don’t need to. That’s the eternal bane of high margin companies like Facebook. Their new competitors don’t need to be as profitable as Facebook, but Facebook need to convince marginal shareholders that their most profitable days are ahead of them.
Facebook’s outlook is worth hundreds of billions. That’s what they lost when their prospects dimmed after last summer–despite their revenue increasing.
Earlier this week, Facebook sent me a vague note about community standards. I considered typing back to them to get some clarification. Then I realized, they have an office 2 blocks from that library computer…
As soon as I get my FBI background check done, a regular immigration visa, and steady work, I’m going to start spraying my hair blue on a regular basis.
“Let freedom ring: Reason’s offering a special Fourth of July subscription rate of two years (that’s 22 issues) for $17.76. Sign up here.”
Funny you should mention that.
The Brave Rewards program pays out on July 5th. They give me a share of the revenue for the advertising I agree to see while I’m browsing, and right now, they’re saying that this month, I’m getting paid 20.90 BAT or $6.45 USD on July 5th.
I’d like to see journalism go to more of a subscription model again and depend less on advertising. I find that content creators, like other businesses, generally cater their services to please paying customers, and when the paying customers are advertisers and big donors, rather than subscribers, you’re more likely to get content that caters to the tastes of Hollywood, Nike, and wealthy donors like George Soros rather than subscribers like Ken Shultz.
You want to sell me a two year subscription for $17.76. I want to give Reason $6.45 this month. That would translate to $154.80 over two years if rates stay the same. I think Brave wants some small percent of that for the service. I’m sure their rates are competitive with Patreon.
Unfortunately, Reason hasn’t signed up for the Brave Rewards program. All they need to do is confirm that the people who say they own this site are the actual owners–so that when I send you the money, we all know it’s actually going to you and not somebody else. It’s not that hard.
https://publishers.basicattentiontoken.org/
Slide down for the details. The New York Times is verified. The Washington Post is verified. If Reason doesn’t verify by July 5th, I’ll go find someone whose innocent gun review videos have been demonetized on YouTube and give the money to them.
That’s some libertarian, market based justice right there. Google demonetizes innocent gun review videos. I install the Brave browser, deny Google revenue they’d get for advertising to me, and I take the money I earn from watching fewer ads than I normally would and give the money to a YouTube creator that Google has demonetized. Free minds and free markets!
I’d rather give the money to Reason, but you gotta let me.
“Hundreds of DoD-affiliated individuals” were recently identified as suspects in child pornography cases, according to an investigation by the Defense Criminal Investigative Service.”
What a weird main story.. based on the one-pager about the END Network Abuse act, the operation that uncovered these DoD-affiliated individuals was conducted back in 2006. Not exactly what I would call “recently identified”, unless I’m missing something.
If Operation Flicker was conducted in 2006, why was the DoD allowed to continue sharing the illegal pornography for 13 years?? They’ve only followed up with investigations of 20 percent of these individuals in the past 13 years. Astonishing.
Are they talking about real kiddie porn, like the kind Chemjeff and Buttplug are into, or just tasteless shit, like pornographic Simpson’s cartoons and that kind of shit?
They don’t specify, but they seem to be talking about the real child porn. I don’t see any indication that it’s cartoons.
You now realize there’s a non-zero chance that a DoD worker has saved the “Bart, get out! I’m piss!” comic, not because of its meme status, but because they actually think it’s hot.
dude. wtf, DoD? gross.
An untold number of Department of Defense (DOD) employees and contractors have subscriptions to child pornography websites, and the problem is apparently so pervasive it requires new technical solutions to address it.
1. Tha fuck?
2. How do they know?
3. Do they know who the subscribers are?
4. Why isn’t this major news?
I think the biggest surprise was learning PB was a DoD employee.
Land of the Free?
Whoever told you that is your enemy.
Brandybuck
> Ads telling people to “boycott the election” disproportionately targeted African American Facebook users
Well maybe Facebook could stop selling ads that target African Americans. Period. I mean duh. You let advertisers target certain populations then you’re going to get ads that target certain populations. It doesn’t take a rocket scientist to figure this out.
“Defense Department Computer Network Among Top Sharers of Child Pornography, Plus: Florida legalizes vegetable gardens, Facebook bans anti-voting ads…”
Doesn’t all this you make you proud that you’re an American?
New Report Declares That Defense Department Computers Are A Main Source Of Child Sexual Abuse Material - Walid Shoebat
[…] the senate has been introduced by Sens. Lisa Murkowski (R–Alaska) and Brian Schatz (D–Hawaii (source, […]
neoteny
An untold number of Department of Defense (DOD) employees and contractors have subscriptions to child pornography websites
Yeah, but all those websites are run by the FBI.
July 4, 2019 – Progressive News Service
[…] The Pentagon has a child pornography problem. “Last year, an investigation by the National Criminal Justice Training Program found (Department of Defense) computers were among the top networks nationwide for peer-to-peer sharing of pornographic images of minors.” https://reason.com/2019/07/03/defense-department-computers-among-top-sharers-of-child-pornography/ […]
Yeah, we should stop that child porn sharing on DOD computers. While we’re at it, let’s raise the minimum enlistment age from 17 to 21 and sell discounted Penthouse magazines on the military bases. What type of pics do you expect 17 year old soldiers to search for when they are stuck on a base in a foreign country where the locals don’t know English? Not every 17 year old lad has a thing for slutty professors.
Počítačová sieť Pentagonu patrí k najväčším šíriteľom detskej pornografie v USA - Hlavné správy
[…] Počítače ministerstva obrany patria medzi top distribútorov detskej pornografie. Nespočetný počet zamestnancov a dodávateľov ministerstva obrany má dokonca predplatené webové stránky detskej pornografie a tento problém je zjavne všadeprítomný. Informuje portál Reason […]
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Vrazi a úchylové! Pentagon patří k největším šiřitelům dětské pornografie ve Spojených státech | Vlastenecké noviny
[…] pornografie. Takové závěry přineslo vyšetřování Obranné vyšetřovací služby,“ píše […]
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This is going to be a very long journey, but it is crucial to your understanding of biology. Work on this chapter a single concept at a time, and expect to spend at least 6 hours to truly master the material. To give you an idea of the depth and time required, we spent over 5 hours writing this Reading Guide! You will need even longer to complete it and learn the information. Good luck, and take your time. Overview 1. What is gene expression? Gene expression is the process by which information encoded in DNA directs the synthesis of proteins or, in some cases, RNAs that are not translated into proteins and instead function as RNAs. Concept 17.1 Genes specify proteins via transcription and translation 2. What situation did Archibald Garrod suggest caused inborn errors of metabolism? A persons inability to make a particular enzyme 3. Describe one example Garrod used to illustrate his hypothesis. Garrod gave as one example the hereditary condition called alkaptonuria. In this disorder, the urine is black because it contains the chemical alkapton, which darkens upon exposure to air. Garrod reasoned that most people have an enzyme that metabolizes alkapton, whereas people with alkaptonuria have inherited an inability to make that enzyme. 4. State the hypothesis formulated by George Beadle while studying eye color mutations in Drosophila. The hypothesis stated that in Drosophila, each of the various mutations affecting eye color blocks pigment synthesis at a specific step by preventing production of the enzyme that catalyzes that step. 5. What strategy did Beadle and Tatum adopt to test this hypothesis? Beadle and Tatum bombarded the bread mold Neurospora with X-rays, and then looked among the survivors for mutants that differ in their nutritional needs from the wild-type bread mold. 6. Which organism did Beadle and Tatum use in their research? Neurospora. How did this organisms nutritional requirements facilitate this research? Wild-type Neurospora has modest food requirements. It can grow in the laboratory on a simple solution of inorganic salts, glucose, and the vitamin biotin, and incorporated into agar, a support medium. From this minimal medium, the mold cells use their metabolic pathways to produce all other molecules they need. Beadle and Tatum identified mutants that could not survive on minimal medium, apparently because they were unable to synthesize certain essential molecules
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from the minimal ingredients. 7. How were Neurospora spores treated to increase the mutation rate? Neurospora spores were treated with X-rays to increase the mutation rate. 8. Study Figure 17.2 in your text carefully. On the following unlabeled figure, describe the technique used to identify and isolate mutant fungi. See page 327 in your text for the labeled figure. 9. Cite two significant findings that resulted from the research of Beadle and Tatum. One, that metabolic defects are linked to defective genes, and two, support for the one geneone enzyme hypothesis 10. What revision of detail (but not of basic principle) did this hypothesis undergo as more information was gained? Write this restatement and then box or highlight it. This is an important concept! Because not all proteins are enzymes, and because each protein consists of two or more different polypeptide chains, each specified by its own gene, the hypothesis was revised. Beadle and Tatums idea was restated as the one geneone polypeptide hypothesis. Basic Principles of Transcription and Translation This section will introduce you to the processes and associated terminology in the form of an overview. Once you have the big picture, you will take a closer look in the next few concepts. 11. From the first paragraph in this section, find three ways in which RNA differs from DNA. 1. RNA contains ribose instead of deoxyribose as its sugar. 2. RNA has the nitrogenous base uracil rather than thymine. 3. An RNA molecule usually consists of a single strand rather than DNAs double strand 12. What are the monomers of DNA and RNA? The four types of nucleotides, which differ in their nitrogenous bases Of proteins? Amino acids 13. Define each of these processes that are essential to the formation of a protein: transcription: The synthesis of RNA using a DNA template translation: The synthesis of a polypeptide using the genetic information encoded in an mRNA molecule. There is a change of language from nucleotides to amino acids. 14. Complete the following table to summarize each process.
Template Transcription Translation DNA mRNA
Product Synthesized RNA Polypeptide Primary transcript
Location in Eukaryotic Cell Nucleus Cytoplasm
15. In eukaryotes, what is the pre-mRNA called?
16. Write the central dogma of molecular genetics, as proclaimed by Francis Crick, in the box below. DNA RNA Protein 20
17. How many nucleotide bases are there? 4 How many amino acids?
18. How many nucleotides are required to code for these 20 amino acids? 3 19. So, the language of DNA is a triplet code. How many unique triplets exist? 64
20. DNA is double-stranded, but for each protein, only one of these two strands is used to produce an mRNA transcript. What is the coding strand called? Template strand
21. Here is a short DNA template. Below it, assemble the complementary mRNA strand.
3'A C G A C C A G T A A A 5' 5' U G C U G G U C A U U U 3'
22. How many codons are there above? 4 Label one codon.
Answers may vary; see page 329 in your text for the labeled figure. 23. Describe Nirenbergs experiment in which he identified the first codon. Nirenberg synthesized an artificial mRNA by linking identical RNA nucleotides containing uracil as their base. 24. What was the first codonamino acid pair to be identified? UUU (poly-U)-phenylalanine 25. Of the 64 possible codons, how many code for amino acids? 61 26. What event is coded for by UAA, UAG, and UGA? 27. What is the start codon? AUG 28. Why is the genetic code said to be redundant but not ambiguous? Although more than one codon may specify a particular amino acid, neither codon specifies any
other amino acid. 29. Explain the concept of reading frame. On an mRNA, the reading frame is the triplet grouping of ribonucleotides used by the translation machinery during polypeptide synthesis. 30. Now here is an important idea: DNA is DNA is DNA. By this we mean that the code is nearly universal, and because of this, jellyfish genes can be inserted into pigs, or firefly genes can make a tobacco plant glow. Enjoy a look at Figure 17.6 in your text . . . and no question to answer here! Concept 17.2 Transcription is the DNA-directed synthesis of RNA: A closer look 31. Name the enzyme that uses the DNA template strand to transcribe a new mRNA strand. RNA polymerase 32. Recall from Chapter 16 that DNA polymerase III adds new nucleotides to the template DNA strand to assemble each new strand of DNA. Both enzymes can assemble a new polynucleotide only in the 5' direction. Which enzyme, DNA polymerase III or RNA polymerase, does not require a primer to begin synthesis? RNA polymerase 33. What is a transcription unit? A transcription unit is a region of DNA that is transcribed into an RNA molecule. 34. Figure 17.7 in your text will require a bit of study. Use it to label the following elements on the figure below: promoter, RNA polymerase, transcription unit, DNA template, nontemplate DNA, and RNA transcript. Then, to the right of the figure, name the three stages of transcription and briefly describe each stage. See page 332 in your text for the labeled figure and description of each stage. 35. Lets now take a closer look at initiation. Read the paragraph titled RNA Polymerase Binding and Initiation of Transcription carefully. List three important facts about the promoter here. 1. Promoter of a gene includes within it the transcription start point. 2. Promoter typically extends several dozen of more nucleotide pairs upstream from the start point. 3. RNA polymerase binds in a precise location and orientation on the promoter. 36. Use Figure 17.8 in your text to label the following elements of the figure that follows: TATA box, RNA polymerase II, transcription factors, template DNA strand, start point, 5' and 3', and mRNA transcript. To the right of the figure, explain the three stages of initiation that are shown.
See page 333 of your text for the labeled figure and description of each stage. 37. What is the TATA box? How do you think it got this name? The TATA box is a DNA sequence in eukaryotic promoters crucial in forming the transcription initiation complex. The name TATA box is from the thymine (T) and adenine (A) that make it up. 38. What comprises a transcription initiation complex? The completed assembly of transcription factors and RNA polymerase bound to a promoter 39. Now it is time to put all of the elements of transcription together. Write an essay below to describe the process by which mRNA is formed. Use these terms correctly in your essay, and highlight (or underline) each one: TATA box, gene, terminator, promoter, elongation, 5' to 3', termination, initiation RNA, polymerase RNA nucleotides, template, start point, termination signal, and transcription factors. This essay is typical of what you might be asked to write on the AP Biology exam. Answers will vary. Concept 17.3 Eukaryotic cells modify RNA after transcription 40. RNA processing occurs only in eukaryotic cells. The primary transcript is altered at both ends, and sections in the middle are removed. a. What happens at the 5' end? The 5' end is synthesized first; it receives a 5' cap, a modified form of a guanine (G) nucleotide added onto the 5' end after transcription of the first 2040 nucleotides. b. What happens at the 3' end? The 3' end of the pre-mRNA molecule is also modified before the mRNA exits the nucleus. An enzyme adds 50250 more adenine (A) nucleotides, forming a poly-A tail. 41. What are three important functions of the 5' cap and poly-A tail? 1. They seem to facilitate the export of mature mRNA from the nucleus. 2. They help protect the mRNA from degradation by hydrolytic enzymes. 3. They help ribosomes attach to the 5' end of the mRNA once the mRNA reaches the cytoplasm. 42. Distinguish between introns and exons. Perhaps it will help to remember this: Exons are expressed. Introns are the noncoding segments of nucleic acid that lie between coding regions, also called intervening sequences Exons are the segments of nucleic acid that are eventually expressed by being translated into amino acid sequences.
43. On the following figure label: pre-mRNA, 5' cap, poly-A tail, introns, and exons. See page 335 of your text for the labeled figure. 44. What are snRNPs? What two types of molecules make up a snurp? (We like the word snurp! It reminds us of little cartoon characters that wore blue hoods and were called smurfs.) snRNPs are small nuclear ribonucleoproteins. snRNPs are made up of RNA and protein molecules. 45. You will be introduced to a number of small RNAs in this course. What type is the RNA in a snRNP? Small nuclear RNA
46. Snurps band together in little snurp groups to form spliceosomes. How do spliceosomes work? The spliceosome interacts with certain sites along an intron, releasing the intron, which is rapidly degraded, and joining together two exons that flanked the intron. 47. On the figure below, label the following: pre-mRNA, snRNPs, snRNA, protein, spliceosomes, intron, and other proteins. See page 335 of your text for the labeled figure. 48. Study the figure and text carefully to explain how the splice sites are recognized. snRNAs, part of the spliceosome complex, recognize specific nucleotide sequences on the intron and catalyze the process of intron removal. This is an excellent example of catalytic function in snRNA. 49. What is a ribozyme? An RNA molecule that functions as an enzyme, such as an intron that catalyzes its own removal during RNA splicing 50. What commonly held idea was rendered obsolete by the discovery of ribozymes? The idea that all biological catalysts are proteins 51. What are three properties of RNA that allow it to function as an enzyme? a. Because RNA is single-stranded, a region of an RNA molecule may base-pair with a complementary region elsewhere in the same molecule, which gives the molecule a particular three-dimensional structure. A specific structure is essential to the catalytic function of ribozymes, just as it is for enzymatic proteins. b. Like certain amino acids in an enzymatic protein, some of the bases in RNA contain functional groups that may participate in catalysis. -6-
c. This ability of RNA to hydrogen-bond with other nucleic acid molecules (either RNA or DNA) adds specificity to its catalytic activity. 52. What is the consequence of alternative splicing of identical mRNA transcripts? The number of different protein products an organism produces can be much greater than its number of genes. Concept 17.4 Translation is the RNA-directed synthesis of a polypeptide: A closer look 53. You may need to read on in this section in order to answer this question, as well as think back to earlier information about mRNA. Come back to this question later if you wish. Three types of RNA are needed for protein synthesis. Complete the chart below. Type of RNA mRNA Description Messenger RNA Single-stranded tRNA Transfer RNA About 75 nucleotides long; folds into a clover-leaf shape. rRNA Ribosomal RNA Together with proteins, makes up ribosomes; the most abundant type of RNA Function Carries genetic material from the DNA to the protein-synthesizing machinery of the cell Transfers amino acids from the cytoplasmic pool of amino acids to a growing polypeptide in a ribosome
54. What is an anticodon? A nucleotide triplet at one end of a tRNA molecule that base-pairs with a particular complementary codon on an mRNA molecule 55. Transfer RNA has two attachment sites. What binds at each site? Sketch tRNA to indicate the two attachment sites, and note where complementary base pairing and hydrogen bonding occur to give it shape. A specific anticodon binds at one end of tRNA, and a corresponding amino acid at the other end. See page 337 of your text for the labeled figure. 56. How many different aminoacyl-tRNA synthetases are there? 20
57. Scientists expected to find one aminoacyl-tRNA synthetase per codon, but far fewer have been discovered. How does wobble explain this? Wobble is flexibility in the base-pairing rules in which the nucleotide at the 5' end of a tRNA anticodon can form hydrogen bonds with more than one kind of base in the third position (3' end) of a codon. This flexibility explains why there are only about 45 tRNAs. 58. Use the following figure to explain the process of a specific amino acid being joined to a tRNA. Also add these labels: aminoacyl-tRNA synthetase, ATP, amino acid, and tRNA. See page 338 of your text for the labeled figure. 59. Describe the structure of a eukaryotic ribosome. A ribosome consists of a large subunit and a small subunit, each made up of proteins and one or more rRNAs. 60. How does a prokaryotic ribosome differ from a eukaryotic ribosome? What is the medical significance of this difference? Eukaryotic ribosomes are slightly larger in structure and differ somewhat from bacterial ribosomes in their molecular composition. Certain antibiotic drugs can inactivate bacterial ribosomes without inhibiting the ability of eukaryotic ribosomes to make proteins. These drugs, including tetracycline and streptomycin, are used to combat bacterial infections. 61. On the following figure, label the large subunit, small subunit, A, P, and E sites, mRNA binding site. To the right of the figure, explain the functions of the A, P, and E sites. See page 339 of your text for the labeled figure. 62. Much like transcription, we can divide translation into three stages. List them. a. initiation b. elongation c. termination 63. Summarize the events of initiation. Include these components: small ribosomal subunit, large ribosomal subunit, mRNA, initiator codon, tRNA, Met, initiation complex, P site, and GTP. The figure below may help you. See page 340 in your text for the labeled figure. A small ribosomal subunit binds to a molecule of mRNA. In a bacterial cell, the mRNA binding site on this subunit recognizes a specific nucleotide sequence on the mRNA just upstream of the start codon. An initiator tRNA, within the anticodon UAC, base-pairs with the start codon, AUG. This tRNA carries the amino acid methionine (Met). The arrival of a large ribosomal subunit completes the initiative complex. Proteins called initiation factors are required to bring all the translation components together. Hydrolysis of GTP provides the
energy for the assembly. The initiator tRNA is in the P site; the A site is available to the tRNA bearing the next amino acid. 64. What is always the first amino acid in the new polypeptide? methionine 65. Now, summarize the events of elongation. Include these components: mRNA, A site, tRNA, codon, anticodon, ribozyme, P site, and E site. Again, the figure may help you. See page 341 in your text for the labeled figure. The anticodon of an incoming aminoacyl tRNA base-pairs with the complementary mRNA codon in the A site. Hydrolysis of GTP increases the accuracy and efficiency of this step. An rRNA molecule of the large ribosomal subunit catalyzes the formation of a peptide bond between the amino group of the new amino acid in the A site and the carboxyl end of the growing polypeptide in the P site. This step removes the polypeptide from the tRNA in the P site and attaches it to the amino acid on the tRNA in the A site. The ribosome translocates the tRNA in the A site to the P site. At the same time, the empty tRNA in the P site is moved to the E site, where it is released. The mRNA moves along with its bound tRNAs, bringing the next codon to be translated into the A site. 66. What is a release factor? By what mechanism is termination accomplished? A release factor is a protein shaped like an aminoacyl tRNA, which binds directly to the stop codon in the A site.Hydrolyzation is the mechanism by which termination is accomplished, releasing the polypeptide through the exit tunnel of the ribosomes large subunit. 67. What is a polyribosome? A polyribosome is a group of several ribosomes attached to, and translating, the same messenger RNA molecule. 68. What are some of the things that will result in a final-form functional protein? Modifications of a protein after translation include protein folding, chemical modification of amino acids, enzymatic removal or rearrangement of amino acids, or the formation of quaternarylevel proteins as in the case of hemoglobin. 69. Describe at least three types of post-translational modifications. 1. Certain amino acids may be chemically modified by the attachment of sugars, lipids, phosphate groups, or other additions. 2. Enzymes may remove one or more amino acids from the leading (amino) end of the polypeptide chain. 3. Two or more polypeptides that are synthesized separately may come together, becoming the subunits of a protein that has quaternary structure. 70. Use the following figure to explain how proteins are targeted for the ER. See page 343 in your text for the labeled figure. Polypeptide synthesis begins on a free ribosome in the cytosol. An SRP binds to a receptor protein in the ER membrane. This receptor is part of a protein complex that has a membrane pore and a
signal-cleaving enzyme. The SRP leaves, and the polypeptide synthesis resumes, with simultaneous translocation across the membrane. The signal-cleaving enzyme cuts off the signal polypeptide. The rest of the completed polypeptide leaves the ribosome and folds into its final conformation. Concept 17.5 Mutations of one or a few nucleotides can affect protein structure and function 71. Define a mutation in terms of molecular genetics. A change in the nucleotide sequence of an organisms DNA or in the DNA or RNA of a virus 72. Define point mutations. A point mutation is a change in a single nucleotide pair of a gene. 73. What are frameshift mutations? A frameshift mutation is a mutation occurring when nucleotides are inserted in or deleted from a gene and the number inserted or deleted is not a multiple of three, resulting in the improper grouping of the subsequent nucleotides into codons. 74. Identify two mechanisms by which frameshifts may occur. Insertion and deletion 75. What is the difference between a nonsense and missense mutation? A nonsense mutation changes an amino acid codon to one of the three stop codons, resulting in a shorter and usually nonfunctional protein. A missense mutation is a nucleotide-pair substitution that results in a codon that codes for a different amino acid. 76. How can a nucleotide-pair substitution result in a silent mutation? A change in the nucleotide pair may transform one codon into another that is translated into the same amino acid. This mutation has no observable effect on the phenotype. 77. What are the two categories of mutagens? Physical and chemical 78. Describe the action of different types of chemical mutagens. 1. Chemicals that are similar to normal DNA nucleotides but that pair incorrectly during DNA replication 2. Chemicals that interfere with correct DNA replication by inserting themselves into the DNA and distorting the double helix 3. Chemicals that cause chemical changes in bases that change their pairing properties
Concept 17.6 While gene expression differs among the domains of life, the concept of a gene is universal 79. Describe two important ways in which bacterial and eukaryotic gene expression differ. 1. Transcription is terminated differently in bacteria and eukaryotes. 2. In the absence of a nucleus, bacterial cells can simultaneously transcribe and translate the same gene, and the newly made protein can quickly diffuse to its site of function. The eukaryotic cells nuclear envelope segregates transcription from translation and provides a compartment for extensive RNA processing. This processing state includes additional steps whose regulation can help coordinate the eukaryotic cells elaborate activities. 80. What is a gene? It used to be simply stated that one gene codes for one polypeptide. That definition has now been modified. Write below the broader molecular definition in use today. A gene is a region of DNA that can be expressed to produce a final functional product that is either a polypeptide or an RNA molecule. 81. Finally, use this summary figure to put together all that you have learned in this chapter. See page 348 in your text for the labeled figure. Testing Your Understanding Answers Now you should be ready to test your knowledge. Place your answers here: 1. b 2. d 3. a 4. a 5. b 6. d 7. e
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Pretty Special
Carl's Bad Tavern
I Wished For A Waltz
Shining Armor
Steal This Song
Ray-Diation
This all-star bebop jazz quintet with Don Menza (alto sax), Ron Stout (trumpet), Tom Garvin (piano), Jim Hughart or Putter Smith (bass), and Roy McCurdy (drums) premiers eight fresh new original straight ahead compositions written and arranged by Ray Reed, jazz master instrumentalist, composer, artist and author.
Each tune features soaring solos as accompanied by this rock solid in-the-pocket rhythm section and produces a sound reminiscent of the great quintets led by Horace Silver, Art Blakey, Dizzy Gillespie, Benny Golson and others during the 50's, 60's and 70's.
These compositions cleverly incorporate send-offs and smooth transitions between Latin and swing times, breaktime solos and other techniques seldom found in today's contemporary jazz. The listener will find themselves singing and humming these tunes after hearing them for the very first time. A must-own collector's album for the true jazz connoisseur.
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Flossie the Floozy
Ballad of Belmont
Magic Waltz
Tilton Turns Left
Spansulation
"Vintage Stonejazz" was originally produced and recorded during early January 1980 by drummer Gene Stone with a jazz ensemble under the musical direction of pianist/composer Kent Glenn. The ensemble was comprised of some of the finest and most-in-demand jazz musicians on the west coast; including Ray Reed - alto sax, Vince Wallace - tenor sax, Bob Maize - bass, Al Mahafee - bass, and Johnny Conga - percussion.
After the music was allowed to age like fine wine for over 20 years, the original tapes were converted to .WAV files and subsequently re-mixed and re-mastered in order to preserve this great music and to prepare the CD for commercial issue and airplay.
"Vintage Stonejazz" provides the listener with eight original, straight-ahead, classic jazz tunes performed by world-class musicians that have totally dedicated their lives to this great American art form.
The creative and powerful music by these jazz artists make "Vintage Stonejazz" a must-own collector's item for the true Jazz connoisseur.
Christiaan Mostert - "Midnite Breeze"
Midnite Breeze
Con el Viento
Eyes for You
Bluezz
West coast sax player/composer Christiaan Mostert, member of the touring bands of the Eagles, Glen Frey, and Don Henley, steps out front as a leader for his first solo CD, "Midnite Breeze" for Rhombus Records.
Christiaan has performed or recorded with: The Joe Walsh Band, Peter Cetera, Smokey Robinson, Dr. John, Ray Charles, Michael Bolton, Greg Allman and Bruce Willis, to name a few, as well as numerous TV commercials and soundtracks. "Midnite Breeze" is Christiaan's first solo effort into Jazz, Smooth Jazz, and R&B Instrumentals.
This all-original set of tunes features some of the best musicians in L.A. including guitarist Jeff (Skunk) Baxter, organist Mike Flannigan, drummers Rick Marotta and Burleigh Drummond, percussionist Michito Sanchez, along with additional drum and percussion tracks on "On The Street" and "Tease", courtesy of Steve Gadd.
"Midnite Breeze" is radio-friendly and coming to a radio station near you. If you are not familiar with Christiaan Mostert, you will be soon.
Sam Rivers Trio - "Celebration" Live at the Jazz Bakery in LA
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Few, if any, free jazz saxophonists have approached music with the same degree of intellectual rigor as Sam Rivers; just as few have managed to maintain a high level of creativity over a long life. Rivers plays with remarkable technical precision and a manifest knowledge of his materials. His sound is hard and extraordinarily well-centered, his articulation sharp, and his command of the tenor saxophone complete.
Celebration is the title of the latest release by the Sam Rivers Trio, consisting of master musician Sam Rivers, bassist & bass clarinetist Doug Matthews and drummer, pianist & saxophonist Anthony Cole. This 2004 release was recorded before an audience during a two night stint at the Jazz Bakery (Culver City, CA) in 2003.
Each member of the Sam Rivers Trio is fluent on multiple instruments which makes for a broad canvas for Rivers to paint his compositions. The music is pure Rivers - abstract and angular, sometimes funky and sometimes swinging. A particular highlight is the song "Glimpse" with Rivers on piano, backed by bass and drums: starting off with spikey solo piano it grows into a Cecil Taylor-esque torrent of notes and drumbeats, then breaks into a beautiful melody built around McCoy Tyner-type block chords backed by a intensely-swinging rhythm section.
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Rick Holland-Kerry Strayer Quartet - "Speak Low"
Bernie's Tune
KAS's Blues
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Count's Place
Three and One
Swing House
Trumpeter Rick Holland and baritone saxophonist Kerry Strayer team up in the tradition of the Gerry Mulligan/Chet Baker quartet on Speak Low.
Rick is the Professor of Jazz Studies at the State University of New York in Oswego, New York. Kerry is a professional saxophonist, composer/arranger and band leader from Kansas City, Missouri. The two met while teaching at the annual Great Plains Jazz Camp at Emporia State University in Emporia, Kansas several years ago and have been making music together ever since.
The five piano-less tracks feature Mulligan/Baker staples Bernie's Tune and Swing House, Count's Place by Count Basie, Mr. Jones - a minor blues by Keiko Jones (the wife of legendary drummer Elvis Jones), and a Kerry Strayer original, 3625 Central. The band is at its best on the closer, Swing House, taken at breakneck speed.
Frank Mantooth joins the quartet on four numbers including the title track, a Latin version of the Kurt Weill standard, Speak Low - which alternates between 6/4 and 4/4 time signatures, the Kerry Strayer original, KAS's Blues, Duke Ellington's In a Sentimental Mood, and Three and One by Thad Jones.
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The Kerry Strayer Septet - "Mentor"
A Flower is a Lovesome Thing
Sweet Lips
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In Your Own Sweet Way
I Hadn't Anyone Til You
Warne-ing
Mentor is the fourth self-produced CD release for Kansas City-based baritone saxophonist, composer/arranger, band leader Kerry Strayer and his first effort for Rhombus Records. Further documenting Kerry's exploration and expansion of the septet sound that he established with Why Not Now? and the acclaimed Jeru Blue: A Tribute to Gerry Mulligan (Palmetto Records), this recording satisfies Kerry's long standing ambition to record with his mentor, first call Los Angeles studio musician and jazz soloist extraordinaire Gary Foster, with whom Kerry studied while earning a Master's degree at the University of Missouri's Kansas City Conservatory of Music.
Tracks include three Foster originals: Saturday 10 AM (an up-tempo blues), Sweet Lips (featuring Gary Foster on clarinet), and Warne-ing (Gary's tribute to Warne Marsh). Other highlights are Gaviota (a Latin tune by Clare Fischer featuring Gary on flute), Billy Strayhorn's A Flower is a Lovesome Thing (featuring Kerry on baritone sax), the Charlie Parker bebop standard Yardbird Suite, and Alan Broadbent's Don't Ask Why (featuring Gary on alto sax with an acappella opening featuring the horn section). All arrangements are by Kerry Strayer.
The band also features Barry Springer on trumpet and flugelhorn, Earlie Braggs on trombone, Frank Mantooth on piano, Bob Bowman on bass, and Todd Strait on drums.
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New Motorcycles For 2014
The new Indian Motorcycles, Star Bolt, Suzuki V-Strom 1000 and Yamaha FZ-09 we showed you in recent issues were just appetizers; here’s the main course for 2014.
BMW K 1600 GTL Exclusive
BMW has been hard on the gas launching new-for-2014 models, including the F 800 GS Adventure (Rider, October 2013), R 1200 GS Adventure and R nineT retro bike (January 2014). Just in case its top-line K 1600 GTL touring bike isn’t luxurious enough for you, BMW has just introduced the K 1600 GTL Exclusive. It takes the bike’s convenience and luxury to the extreme with standard features such as Keyless Ride, which enables a new pushbutton ignition, steering lock, fuel filler flap and central locking when the transponder/key in your pocket is near the bike—no need to use a key for any of those things. As the transponder moves out of range, the Exclusive’s anti-theft system is armed automatically and the steering is locked.
More GTL Exclusive-model features include Hill Start Control, which holds the bike in position on hills until you pull away, without having to keep the brakes applied. The passenger seat is larger, and armrests and a heated backrest are standard. For appearance’s sake, a film antenna embedded in the trunk lid eliminates the need for an antenna rod, and the bike is finished in four coats of special Mineral White Metallic high-gloss paint blended with Magnesium Metallic Matte.
Many optional features for the regular K 1600 GTL are standard on the Exclusive, including traction control and Electronic Suspension Adjustment II (ESA II). New LED daytime running lights switch on automatically in the daytime, and a pair of LED auxiliary lights help illuminate the road ahead.
With the new liquid-cooled BMW R 1200 GS selling like candy canes at Christmas, it was only a matter of time before the lighter, more powerful twin made its way into other R-series models, like the R 1200 RT sport tourer. The RT’s new engine has the same displacement as before (1,170cc), but its output is much higher—a claimed 125 horsepower at 7,750 rpm and 92 lb-ft of torque at 6,500 rpm. For sport-touring duty, the centrifugal masses of both the crankshaft and the stator have been increased to help the engine run more smoothly. The 6-speed transmission has a taller secondary transmission ratio to reduce engine rpm, and the hydraulically actuated wet clutch has a slipper function.
Although the Alps-bred R 1200 RT has always been a nimble machine, for 2014 the chassis has been revised to complement the higher-output engine. The new frame has a continuous design that increases rigidity, which BMW says improves both responsiveness and feedback, and new 10-spoke cast aluminum wheels add to the bike’s more dynamic look. Bodywork has also been redesigned, giving the R 1200 RT an appearance that splits the difference between the R 1200 GS and the K 1600 GT/GTL.
The 2014 BMW R 1200 RT comes standard with two riding modes (Rain and Road), as well as Automatic Stability Control (ASC). Optional Riding Mode Pro adds a Dynamic riding mode, and the new Hill Start Control function. Other options include Gear Shift Assistant Pro for clutchless upshifts and downshifts, as well as Dynamic ESA (Electronic Suspension Adjustment). The 2014 BMW R 1200 RT will be available in three colors: Quartz Blue Metallic, Callisto Grey Metallic Matt and Ebony Metallic.
After quickly climbing to the top of the liter-class sportbike heap with its 193-horsepower, in-line four S 1000 RR, now BMW has unveiled a naked version called the S 1000 R. Less bodywork, an upright handlebar and more low-to-midrange grunt (but less top-end power) make the S 1000 R better suited for the street. Redline has been reduced by 2,000 rpm, and maximum horsepower has been lowered to 160 at 11,000 rpm. Peak torque is the same as the RR, but the 83 lb-ft maximum is reached at 9,250 rpm instead of 9,750 rpm. Up to 7,500 rpm, the S 1000 R makes about 7 lb-ft more torque than the S 1000 RR. That much giddy-up on a bike that weighs a claimed 456 pounds wet should provide enough excitement to wake the dead.
As with many high-performance motorcycles today, the S 1000 R is equipped with electronic riding aids including two riding modes (Rain and Road) and traction control. Dynamic Traction Control (DTC), incorporating two additional riding modes (Dynamic and Dynamic Pro) and making use of a lean-angle sensor, is optional. Optional Dynamic Damping Control (DDC) provides electronic control of suspension damping that continuously adapts to riding conditions.
The 2014 S 1000 R will be available in three colors: Racing Red Non-metallic, Frozen Dark Blue Metallic and Light White Non-metallic.
Pricing and availability on all three new BMWs are TBD.
The RT’s cockpit has been completely revamped with new analog dials and a digital menu similar to the K 1600 GTL’s.
Pushbutton ignition, fuel filler cap, steering
lock and central locking are activated by the
GTL Exclusive’s key fob.
To kick off the Monster line’s third decade, Ducati has introduced the biggest and baddest beasts yet—the Monster 1200 and Monster 1200 S. Replacing the previous heavyweight in the Monster family, the 1100EVO, the new models are powered by the 1,198cc liquid-cooled, desmodromic Testastretta 11˚ L-twin found in the Diavel power cruiser and Multistrada adventure tourer. In the Monster 1200, it makes a claimed 135 horsepower at 8,750 rpm and 87 lb-ft of torque at 7,250 rpm, while the Monster 1200 S kicks it up a notch with 145 horsepower and 92 lb-ft of torque. Three Ducati Riding Modes (Sport, Touring and Urban), eight levels of Ducati Traction Control and three levels of ABS allow the new Monsters to be adapted to a wide range of conditions.
Ducati Monster 1200 S
To enhance stability on such a powerful, lightweight bike (461 pounds wet, claimed), the wheelbase has been increased by 2.4 inches compared to the Monster EVO1100. And to enhance riding comfort, the handlebar is 1.6 inches higher and 1.6 inches closer to the rider than on the previous model. Seat height is now adjustable and can be set at either 30.9 or 31.9 inches; an accessory low seat reduces height to 29.3 inches.
Suspension on the Monster 1200 consists of a fully adjustable 43mm Kayaba male-slider fork and a preload/rebound-adjustable Sachs rear shock. The higher-spec Monster 1200 S gets fully adjustable Öhlins suspension front and rear. ABS and traction control are standard on
both models.
Available in Ducati Red, the Monster 1200 is $13,495. Available in Ducati Red or White, the Monster 1200 S is $15,995.
Ducati will also offer a “Supermid” version of the ferocious 1199 Panigale superbike in 2014 called the 899 Panigale. Although still massively oversquare, the 899 version of the Superquadro L-twin has a smaller bore (100.0mm) and shorter stroke (57.2mm). It displaces 898cc and generates 148 horsepower and 73 lb-ft of torque at the crank (claimed). Claimed wet weight is 425.5 pounds vs. 414.5 pounds on the 1199. Yes, you read that right. The 899 has a conventional (double-sided) swingarm, whereas the 1199’s is single-sided. Part of the weight difference may also be due to different suspension components and tires.
Styling is all but identical to the 1199, and the level of specification is very high—Brembo Monobloc calipers, Showa Big Piston Fork, Sachs shock, Pirelli Diablo Rosso Corsa tires. The 899 Panigale will be available in traditional Ducati Red ($14,995) or Arctic White ($15,295).
Harley-Davidson Street models for U.S. consumption will be made in York or Kansas City; those for sale in India and
Europe will be made in India.
Closely following the auspicious re-launch of Harley’s Touring family under the Rushmore banner (November 2014), Harley-Davidson will introduce its first all-new platform and sixth model family next year with Street 750 and Street 500 motorcycles based on a new liquid-cooled Revolution X engine. With low price tags and seat heights, the Street line is aimed at young-adult urban riders looking for a nimble bike with some room for customization.
The Revolution X engine is a 60-degree, liquid-cooled unit V-twin of either 494cc or 749cc and has SOHC four-valve heads, a counterbalancer to reduce vibration, a 6-speed transmission and belt final drive. It’s housed in a new chassis with a 25.4-inch seat height, wide handlebar and mid-mount controls, and both bikes are said to weigh 480 pounds with the 3.5-gallon tank full. Wheels are 17 inches in front and 15 in the rear, with 100- and 140-series tires respectively. The blacked-out styling takes some cues from the V-Rod line, especially the rear fender and radiator. Machined cylinder fins and wheel spokes set the Street 750 apart from the all blacked-out 500.
In addition to expanding Harley’s lineup to appeal to a broader range of riders, the Street 500 will fill the gap in Harley’s Riding Academy training program left by the departed Buell Blast. Both the Street 500 and 750 will also be sold in other countries where its larger models might cost more, incur tariffs or be license restricted. In fact, Street models for sale in India, Italy, Spain and Portugal will be made in Harley-Davidson’s Bawal, India, factory alongside other bikes made strictly for consumption in that country since the factory opened in 2011. All motorcycles for North America, including the new Street line, are made in Harley’s factories in York, Pennsylvania, or Kansas City, Missouri.
The Street 500 will carry a MSRP of $6,700 and the Street 750 will start at $7,500. You can have any color you want as long as it’s black.
Machined cylinder fins and wheel spokes set the Street 750 (shown) apart from the 500. Both bikes take some styling cues from the V-Rod.
Machined cylinder fins and wheel spokes set the Street 750 apart from the 500 (shown). Both bikes take some styling cues from the V-Rod.
Honda has introduced so many new models lately we couldn’t fit our coverage of the new CTX1300 alongside the Valkyrie in the February 2014 issue. These two bikes join the CTX700/N, Grom and CRF250L as all-new 2014 Honda motorcycles. Like the CTX700s, the larger CTX1300 offers new and returning riders a low seat, easy handling and a torquey engine with smooth, seamless power—essentially a cruiser with some modern styling and technology.
Styled similarly to the faired CTX700 with the addition of integrated saddlebags, the new CTX1300 is powered by a 1,261cc, 90-degree V-4 that shares its architecture with the venerable liquid-cooled, fuel-injected ST1300 sport tourer, but has new pistons, different gearing in the 5-speed box and a new 4-2-2 exhaust system. Honda says it makes significantly more torque than the ST1300 as a result of the updates. The V-4 is also mounted longitudinally in the CTX1300’s steel double-cradle frame, and power gets to the wide 200-series rear tire via a shaft final drive system designed specifically for the bike.
Honda CTX1300
Key to the big CTX1300’s appeal is its relaxed ergonomics, which combine a low seat height of 29.1 inches with wide, comfortable-looking seats for rider and passenger, a wide pullback handlebar and mid-mount footpegs. An underseat fuel tank contributes to its potentially nimble handling by lowering the bike’s CG, though we’ll have to wait for our first ride to see how the 724-pound (claimed curb weight) machine gets along with that fat 200-series rear tire. Both a top trunk and centerstand will be on the options list, as well as heated grips and a taller replacement for the stock shorty windscreen.
Stepping up to the blacked-out CTX1300 Deluxe model will net the rider traction control, ABS, self-canceling turn signals and a contemporary sound system with Bluetooth connectivity. The Deluxe equipment is expected to add $1,500-$2,000 to the CTX1300’s price tag, which was still TBD at this writing. Colors are Candy Red, Metallic Black and Gray Blue Metallic.
Honda CBR1000RR SP
Up-spec sportbikes are popular because they offer higher-quality components in one package that is less expensive than buying those items individually. The all-new CBR1000RR SP features fully adjustable Öhlins front and rear suspension, plus Brembo front brakes and Pirelli Diablo Supercorsa SC high-performance tires. A lightweight subframe lowers the center of gravity and a new rear single-seat cowl shaves additional weight. The CBR’s 999cc in-line four puts out more power and torque thanks to a new cylinder head, intake tract and exhaust system, along with high-performance pistons and connecting rods. The SP’s riding position is now more track-oriented and a bubble windscreen creates a larger still-air pocket for the rider. Available in a special White/Red/Blue paint scheme; pricing is TBD.
The 2014 CBR1000RR receives the same engine changes, ergonomics revision (new handlebars and relocated footpegs) and bubble windscreen as the SP model. Price is TBD.
CTX1300 Deluxe includes a sound system with front speakers and Bluetooth connectivity.
Though the modern Z1000 has never had trouble getting noticed, for 2014 Kawasaki has made it even more eye-catching. From its tiny LED headlights to its tapered tail section, the new Z1000 looks compact and aggressive. Kawasaki has embraced a new styling language that it calls “Sugomi,” which it says gives the bike the appearance of a crouching predator and influences such details as the special “Z” logo ignition keys, machined aluminum steering stem bolt and textured “Z” motif seat cover.
Beyond styling, the Z1000’s 1,043cc, DOHC, liquid-cooled, 16-valve engine has received many of the same updates as the 2014 Kawasaki Ninja 1000 (January 2014) to boost performance in the upper registers and improve sound, feel and throttle response.
Z1000’s dual-element bar graph tach runs up from left LCD display to white LEDs across the top.
Based on the Ninja ZX-10R’s chassis, the Z1000’s aluminum frame curves over the engine, cradling it from above and bolting solidly to it in three places, with a rubber-backed fourth mount provided for added vibration isolation and torsional rigidity. The main frame and swingarm pivot pieces are cast as a single unit with minimal welds, and the new subframe tapers to a very shallow cross-section at the rear.
Suspension is handled by a new fully adjustable 41mm inverted SFF-BP (Separate Function Fork–Big Piston) fork up front and a preload- and rebound-adjustable horizontal back-link shock in the rear. New one-piece monobloc radial-mount front brake calipers with a race-spec radial pump master cylinder are said to improve power and feel, and ABS is now standard. The 2014 Z1000 will be offered in Golden Blazed Green or Metallic Graphite Gray for $11,999. Look for a test of the Z1000 in the next issue.
There are motorcycles that push the boundaries; others simply relocate them. The new KTM Super Duke 1290 R blasts them to pieces. This is KTM’s third all-new entry for 2014 following the launch of the 1190 Adventure R and 1190 Adventure (May 2013), which we hope to have a full test of very soon. At a claimed 417 pounds dry with 180 horsepower at the crankshaft, the Super Duke 1290 R is a streetfighting brawler trespassing in hyper-sportbike territory. And why not—it’s 75-degree, DOHC LC8 V-twin is based upon the KTM 1190 RC8 R superbike engine. Displacement has been increased to 1,301cc from 1,195cc, and throttle bodies enlarged to 56mm from 52mm to get that insane power, and the engine is bolted into a lightweight chrome-moly steel trellis frame, with a fully adjustable WP 48mm male-slider fork and single shock on a single-sided swingarm. Throttle-by-wire and a host of electronic assistance systems help keep this high flyer on the ground, from disengageable ABS that has a “Supermoto” mode (read: big, long rear-wheel slides); to multi-staged, lean-angle-sensing traction control and riding modes. At the same time, dual ignition increases fuel economy and smoothens power delivery in the lower rev range. Ergonomics are said to be sporty but still comfortable for long rides.
KTM will offer several optional packages for the Super Duke 1290 R to trim it out for racing, touring or simply more style. It will come in Matte Black or Orange colors; price is $16,999.
Triumph Thunderbird LT
Right after announcing updates to the Bonneville, Thruxton and Scrambler for 2014, Triumph Motorcycles has introduced three new cruiser models, the Thunderbird LT, Thunderbird Commander and America LT.
Both Thunderbird models are powered by the Thunderbird Storm’s big-bore 1,699cc parallel twin rather than the base-model Thunderbird’s 1,597cc mill. The liquid-cooled, fuel-injected, 8-valve, DOHC engine has an uneven 270-degree firing interval and a long-stroke design (107.1mm bore x 94.3mm stroke) that produces a claimed 93 horsepower at 5,400 rpm and 111 lb-ft of torque at 3,550 rpm.
An all-new chassis is said to improve rider/passenger comfort by allowing a larger seating area and reshaped seat. A pullback handlebar allows a more relaxed riding position, and steering geometry has been revised and the front wheel is now wider for improved handling, carrying a new 140/75-17 front tire to accompany the existing 200/50-17 rear tire. Triumph partnered with Avon Tyres to develop the world’s first radial whitewall motorcycle tires for the Thunderbird LT, which offer better performance than bias-ply tires.
Triumph Commander
The new 2014 Thunderbird LT (Light Touring) has a quick-release windshield and removable leather saddlebags. Driving lamps, chrome floorboards with replaceable skid plates, an adjustable chrome heel/toe gear lever and wide wire-spoke wheels round out the touring package. The 2014 Triumph Thunderbird LT will be available in spring 2014, with two color options: Caspian Blue/Crystal White or Lava Red/Phantom Black.
Like the Storm, the Thunderbird Commander has Triumph’s signature twin headlights, but it stands apart with a polished top yoke, polished stainless steel fork shrouds and less upswept chrome exhausts. The 2014 Triumph Thunderbird Commander will be available in one of two paint schemes: Lava Red/Crimson Sunset or Phantom Black/Storm Grey. Pricing for both new Thunderbirds is TBD.
Triumph America LT
Based on the existing Triumph America with its air-cooled, fuel-injected, DOHC 865cc parallel twin, the new America LT adds a tall windshield, a pullback handlebar, leather saddlebags, floorboards and a heel-toe shifter. The 2014 America LT is available now in two-tone Pacific Blue/Sapphire Blue with an MSRP of $9,499.
(This article Feast Your Eyes was published in the March 2014 issue of Rider magazine.)
Jim Lee March 4, 2014 at 3:43 pm
Will you guys PLEASE get the next issue to my mailbox. This winter is brutal and I have nothing to do but wait for riding weather and read Rider Magazine. It’s an emergency…hurry, hurry, hurry.
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Done. Thanks. I do really like the magazine…think my subscription now is good through 2016.
Robert Sabin March 4, 2014 at 4:04 pm
The Honda CTX 1300 would look good between my legs. Great looking bike. Cruising or touring.
GERALD D. BROWN March 4, 2014 at 10:43 pm
I love TRIUMPHS. I like AMERICA LT AND THUNDERBIRD LT .
ILIKE THE EQUIP JUST A TOE SHIFTER IS GOOD GORGEOUSE. ITS PERFECT . I DO LIKE A BELT OR SHAFT DRIVE .
gregsfc March 6, 2014 at 4:58 am
Of all the bikes featured, it is my prediction that the new HD Streets will have the biggest industry impact of any new bikes introduced in probably a decade. It’s not so much technology or anything revolutionary (no pun intended) about these bikes; it’s simply the fact that they represent a new target market from a company that is so domestically dominant, and therefore, they will succeed in drawing interest from new, non-current riders and steal some market share from the Asian and European brands who already have comparable models.
Really, the only thing that the Street 500 and 750 offer that Honda has not over the last year with their CB500 and NC700/CTX700 lineups is more steel, more money to own one, and belt drive. But it seems that HD knows that an MC company can’t just throw good products out there w/o marketing to support them when the market they are trying to reach are mostly current, non riders. Honda has some great new, low-priced products available for new and returning riders, for daily commuters, and for the younger, urban generation including women; but if your advertising ain’t reaching the folks who do not read MC magazines, they’re not going to buy and ride your products. HD has already done more than Honda did to create a buzz about their mid-sized entries, and HD Streets aren’t even on the street yet (pun is intended).
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Home »Google » Stop what you’re doing and update Google Chrome right now
Stop what you’re doing and update Google Chrome right now
Posted by Dave Cahill on Mar 8, 2019 in Google, Security News
Stop what you’re doing and update Google Chrome
Google is urging Chrome users to update the web browser right away to patch a zero-day vulnerability that is being actively exploited.
In a Tuesday tweet, Google Chrome Security and Desktop Engineering Lead Justin Schuh said users should install the latest version of the browser—72.0.3626.121—right away.
“Seriously, update your Chrome installs… like right this minute,” he wrote.
Google started rolling out the patch for Chrome on Windows, Mac, and Linux on Friday. This week, Google revealed that the update corrects a “high” severity flaw—CVE-2019-5786—that has been under attack by cybercriminals.
“Google is aware of reports that an exploit for CVE-2019-5786 exists in the wild,” the web giant said.
A member of Google’s Threat Analysis Group first reported the bug on Feb. 27. At this point, details of the vulnerability are scant, as Google said it’s restricting access to bug details until a majority of users have installed the update.
As ZDNet notes, the vulnerability is “a memory management error in Google Chrome’s FileReader—a web API included in all major browsers that lets web apps read the contents of files stored on the user’s computer.” The bug may allow for the execution of malicious code.
For the most part, Chrome updates are automatic, meaning you don’t have to do much beyond opening and closing the browser window. It can take a few days to a full week for everyone to be automatically updated to the latest version, however. In this case, you should manually trigger the update to ensure that you’re on the latest version as soon as possible.
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Stacey’s “big move”: Tips for when you’re a repatriate
Stacey Mwesezi
@Staceyy_Stace traded London for Kampala and was welcomed with open arms Click To Tweet
Born and raised in London, I’d never imagined living anywhere else —until I graduated from University and joined the working world! The rising cost of living, poor work-life balance and miserable weather (which I will never get used to) slowly made me lose love for my home city.
Meanwhile, the ‘Africa Rising’ narrative was opening my eyes to the opportunities on the continent, including Uganda, the land of my parents. My holidays to Uganda became more frequent —and boarding my flights back to the UK became more of a battle! With my parents indicating that they would move back to Uganda within a few years, the idea of joining them became an attractive option.
By early 2015, I was certain that I would try living in Uganda at some point, but I had no idea it would be this soon —even before my parents! The opportunity arose earlier than I expected and I couldn’t pass it up.
Getting into Jumia Uganda
I’d been applying for new jobs in London, until one day, a tweet advertising an attractive marketing role with Jumia (Africa’s biggest e-commerce platform), appeared on my timeline —and it was based in Kampala.
I reached out to the Country Manager through LinkedIn expressing my interest in the role. A couple of Skype interviews later, I was offered the job and was on a flight to Kampala the next week!
It all happened so fast, I didn’t have time to over think the move or discourage myself. If things didn’t work out, I could easily be on the next flight back to London —so it was worth the shot!
At times, I was made to feel like an expatriate and at others, a local Click To Tweet
Life in Kampala
Generally, Kampala welcomed me with open arms. My job has been exciting; the sunny weather makes days more pleasant; the social scene is popping and although my immediate family are in London, the majority of my relatives are here, dotted in every corner of the city.
I felt new to the city, but I also felt at home. At times, I was made to feel like an expatriate and at others, a local. I wasn’t quite sure what to refer to myself as, until I learned the term ‘repatriate’: one who has returned to their country of birth, citizenship or origin.
I’ve met a few other repatriates which is encouraging, however I wouldn’t say there’s much of a ‘repat’ scene here just yet, unlike in places like Lagos and Accra. As of now, returnees and repatriates tend to blend in with Uganda’s local middle class and expatriates.
It’s also important to mention that absolutely every one has a side hustle! There are many opportunities to make (legal) side money and it’s the way people overcome the challenge of earning a weak currency. Now that I’m in Uganda, I’ve been inspired to utilise my time better and actively seek paid opportunities beyond my job!
Us Londoners tend to speed walk, it took some time to get used to the laid back way of life Click To Tweet
Main challenges
Note: Having a generator and a mifi means I do not have to complain about power cuts or lack of consistent WiFi.
Money: The Ugandan Shilling is not the strongest of currencies, especially in comparison to the British Pound. Travelling abroad now requires more careful consideration than I was previously used to, due to how weak the Ugandan Shilling is when exchanged. Furthermore, a lot of business in Kampala involves dealing in US dollars, which isn’t always easy! However, although I’m earning less than I was in the UK, the cost of living in Kampala is a lot less —so my money does go a longer way in Uganda.
Friends: As expected, most people in Kampala have friends whom they’ve grown up with —and having never lived here before, I did initially feel disconnected in that aspect. I had to actively try to make new friends, but I never wanted to come across as desperate! Nonetheless, with the help of cousins, colleagues and people I’d met on previous visits, I’ve networked, met and continue to meet some great people.
The laid-back culture: Us Londoners tend to speed walk regardless of whether we’re running late and get frustrated if our train is delayed by any more than 2 minutes. It took some time to get used to the laid back, less time-conscious way of life in Kampala. At first, I criticised it, but later realised it probably contributes to how happy and stress-free most people seem here. The slower pace isn’t necessarily wrong, it’s just different and requires a lot of patience if you’re not used to it!
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Protecting a private key by spreading it over multiple places
Is it safe to split a private key file and put it in different locations? I mean can somebody actually do anything with only a part of a key?
key-management
Steffen Ullrich
DBLouisDBLouis
Isn't this trivially easy by just deriving two values which when xor'd together produce the key? You could theoretically extend this to any number of values required to be combined to produce the secret. Or am I missing something? – Sandy Chapman Aug 23 '17 at 20:49
This looks like an horcrux – IAmJulianAcosta Aug 23 '17 at 21:39
@SandyChapman Interesting idea! For each 1 in the key, flip a coin for whether the pieces get 1's or 0's; for each 0 in the key, flip a coin for which piece gets the 1. At first glance, seems ok because a 1 or 0 in the key does not lead to a bias in whether you get a 1 or 0 in the pieces, though I think it's impossible to scale that up to a "k of n pieces need to be present" that all the standard secret sharing algs have. – Mike Ounsworth Aug 23 '17 at 21:50
If you mean just spreading data required to get the key across your drive, then the attacker instead of locating the key will have to locate the program, which assembles it, and this will immediately lead to stealing the key. So there's really no point in doing that. However, if you plan to use different measures of security for different parts (one part is in truecrypt vault, another on a sheet of paper in the wallet, etc), then of course it will reduce chances of a breach. – Serge Seredenko Aug 24 '17 at 0:34
@L.DUPRÉBERTONI You could do those things, as long as you're not pretending that you're getting any security from them. Seriously, find a tool that does Shamir's Secret Sharing and use that. It shouldn't be too hard to get set up. – Mike Ounsworth Aug 24 '17 at 12:23
Just splitting the file up will not have the desired effect (as A.Hersean explains in their answer).
I think what you're looking for is "Secret Sharing" algorithms, most notably Shamir's Secret Sharing algorithm (thanks @heinrich5991), where the secret is split up into N pieces and given to different people for safe-keeping. To reconstruct the secret, all N pieces (or in some variants, only k of the pieces) need to be brought together. The attacker gains no information unless they have all the pieces.
Although used in many applications, I don't believe it is available in openssl or CAPI. There are many robust open source implementations -- see this question, but you'll need to do some homework to decide if you trust the implementation to not be back-doored.
There is also the related concept of "Multi-party encryption"; where you encrypt the secret with multiple people's public keys, and then all of them need to participate in decrypting it. Here's a SO tread about it:
Encryption and decryption involving 3 parties
You can do a poor-man's version of this using only the RSA implementation you already have by chaining RSA encryption:
RSA(key1, RSA(key2, RSA(key3, secret) ) )
If you want 3 people to encrypt, but only 2 of them need to be present to decrypt, then you can store 3 versions of the ciphertext:
RSA(key1, RSA(key2, secret) )
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Comments are not for extended discussion; this conversation has been moved to chat. – Rory Alsop♦ Aug 24 '17 at 7:56
A private or secret key is not meant to be cut. For example, if someone get hold of half of a symmetric key of 128 bits, the strength of the key would not be divided per 2, but it would be reduced by 18446744073709551616 (= 2⁶⁴). The remaining part of the key could be broken very fast. The same holds for asymmetric key (used by CAs), but the math is more complex.
So do not do it. This will increase the complexity of your solution while reducing its security, because you would have at least two places to secure instead of just one.
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"Put all of your eggs in one basket- then WATCH THAT BASKET." – J Kimball Aug 23 '17 at 13:49
However, if I generate 128 bits of high-quality randomness, and call it "A", another 128 "B", etc. I can then calculate K xor A xor B xor C = D and give A, B, C, and D to four different people. K can be reconstructed by xoring together the four "parts", none of which is literally a part of the key. Any 1, 2, or 3 "parts" is completely useless. – Monty Harder Aug 23 '17 at 21:50
@A.Hersean: The link you offer for XOR sharing being flawed simply says that the random parts have to be really random. That same requirement surely applies to the random upper coefficients used in Shamir sharing, so why is one scheme flawed and the other is not? – Henning Makholm Aug 24 '17 at 13:37
I misread a comment in the link I provided. What I wanted to say is that If an attacker gets a plaintext, its corresponding encrypted text, and all but one key, the attacker can find the remaining secret key. This is an impracticable attack scenario, but it show that the trivial (XOR) algorithm is weaker than those mentioned in Mike's answer. – A. Hersean Aug 24 '17 at 13:46
@Damon For RSA, it depends of the encoding of the key and which part of the key you get. For ECC I cannot answer you, but that would make a good question for crypto.SE. – A. Hersean Aug 24 '17 at 14:00
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The Orville 2×12 – ‘Sanctuary’ – Review
By Lee Thacker 23 April 2019 22 April 2019
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You know, there’s something to be said of a series which has reached such a level of self-confidence that it actually manages to use – and pull off, too – Dolly Parton’s ‘9 To 5’ not just as the anthem for a revolution, but also as backing music to a full tactical assault sequence without seeming utterly ridiculous. The Orville has definitely hit a purple patch, and is truly at the height of its powers.
While not having the same level of story running throughout the season as Star Trek: Discovery has done this season, The Orville has still continuing elements which have been threaded carefully over the course of its latest run, with a number of them coming to the fore in ‘Sanctuary’. The looming threat of the Kaylon menace is still lurking in the background, and has led to the Planetary Union turning to the Moclan people to fortify them, in view of their reputation as weaponsmiths of the highest order. However, there’s also a salutory lesson about the risks of putting all your eggs in one basket, and making a deal with the Devil.
Earlier this season, we’ve revisited Bortus’ views on the Moclan culture’s approach in relation to women – not only are they seen on Moclus as unnatural, but any females born either get surgically altered into men, locked up for life in prison, or even exterminated, something which Bortus (Peter Macon) increasingly believes to be wrong. A simmering resentment of his life partner Klyden’s (Chad L. Coleman) strict adherence to this viewpoint manifested in ‘Primal Urges‘, where old wounds were aired over Klyden’s decision to have their child Topa (Blesson Yates) undergo the sex reassignment surgery, against the express wishes of Bortus, in Season 1’s ‘About A Girl’.
The theme of Moclan females and having a single-sex species also came to the fore in ‘Deflectors‘, where Klyden betrayed a Moclan engineer who had an attraction to women, which ended up in that character facing Moclan justice, merely for the ‘crime’ of who he loved. Here, all of these themes culminate in a storyline which threatens the very stability of the Planetary Union, as lines start to be drawn regarding the Moclan stance on how it treats anybody who isn’t a male. Two Moclan visitors to the Orville smuggle aboard their female infant in stasis, claiming that they’ve been given asylum, as they wish to bring their daughter up without having the threat of her being forced to undergo surgery.
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However, when it turns out that they’ve not been completely honest about where they’re actually going, the Orville’s crew discovers a sanctuary planet hidden away inside a remote nebula, with a population consisting of approximately 6,000 natural born Moclan women. The colony’s leader, Heveena (Rena Owen), is already known to the Orville, having testified on Bortus’ behalf in ‘About A Girl’, and is intent upon protecting the residents from discovery and retaliation by Moclus. This results in conflict within the Union Council, when an application is made to recognise them as a sovereign state, with all the benefits of Union protection.
It leads to the series revisiting the ethical and moral debates on the issue that have already been explored previously; on this occasion, however, the stakes are higher than before, as Moclus threatens to leave the Union altogether, and try to form an alliance with the Krill. It’s a fascinating conundrum which the Council has to try and navigate, because as much as they can’t be seen to be casting judgment on another species’ culture, they also can’t let innocent people be oppressed, mutilated or even killed. However, the Council also knows that if Moclus secedes, they will all be at risk from attack by the Kaylon.
It’s a genuine dilemma, as how far do you go in order to protect freedom and liberty, especially if it means impinging upon the rights of others vicariously in the process? At one point, Admiral Perry (Ted Danson) actually accuses Captain Ed Mercer (Seth MacFarlane) of oversimplifying what is a complicated issue; however, we have to remember this is a series with 45-minute episodes, intended primarily to entertain: complicated moral debates aren’t able to be resolved in that time, but at least they try to make some headway, and from past form, it looks like The Orville will come back to it again.
We also get another Star Trek reunion of sorts, with Jonathan Frakes directing, and guest stars including Marina Sirtis, Tony Todd and F. Murray Abraham all having been The Next Generation alumni. It all goes to show that two very disparate yet rather similar entities are able to coexist peacefully, which surely must bode well for Moclus and the Union, in a nice bit of unconscious signalling. Until Star Trek manages to deify Dolly Parton, however, I’ll be giving the points for this round to The Orville.
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The NAMM Show 2019 Reveals Educational Schedule
Michael Raine Nov 12, 2018 0 Comments
The 2019 NAMM Show has announced a suite of professional development opportunities, business know-how and hands-on training available for working and emerging professionals involved in all aspects of the industry. Professionals will have the opportunity to connect with top thought leaders and experience sessions designed to engage, inform, and inspire, as well as further their careers against the backdrop of the industry’s global gathering.
NAMM U
Each day of the Show will begin with a NAMM U Breakfast Session. On Thursday, January 24, Joe Lamond will host “Breakfast of Champions,” where he and pioneers in the music products industry will explore the concept of originality and deliver the insight and inspiration to help NAMM members navigate 2019, and beyond.
Friday welcomes leading futurist and innovation expert Daniel Burrus, who will unpackage “what’s next” in music retail and supply with “Transforming the Music Industry: Trends, Game-Changers, and Opportunities.” Burrus will share how businesses can use those trends to innovate with low risk and accelerate profitability to thrive in the years ahead.
On Saturday, marketing, sales, and branding expert Scott Stratten addresses the “disruption” factor and how trust, connection, consistency and service to your customers are what wins in a hyper-competitive environment. Stratten will share “How to Win in the Age of Disruption” and deliver strategies and stories drawing on his own retail experience, his time in the music industry and how he has transformed companies ranging from Microsoft to Pepsi with powerful back-to-basics concepts. On Sunday, “Best in Show,” led by Upbeat Daily and Music Inc. Publisher Frank Alkyer and a panel of retail store owners and professionals will share their product picks from the Show floor.
Following each Breakfast Session, the idea generation continues in the NAMM Idea Center. Located in the lobby of the Anaheim Convention Center, NAMM U will offer more than 40 different sessions all day through show hours. Sessions feature thought-provoking ideas, tips, and tricks proving successful in retail today, and strategies designed jump-start innovation. Industry leaders and subject experts will cover a range of topics, including “Decoding Google: Advanced Strategies for Businesses,” “YouTube Hacks for Music Retailers,” “How I Grew My Lesson Program to 1,000+ Students,” and best practices in finance, employee engagement, increasing foot traffic, merchandising and more.
On Wednesday, January 23, before the show officially opens, NAMM retail members are invited to attend the new Retail Innovation Summit. The all-day Summit will present a future-forward experience, hosted by world-renowned retail guru Bob Phibbs, “The Retail Doctor.” Phibbs will cover the top trends, including the new technologies, retail shifts and more shaping the customer experience, and offer solutions to scaling business to meet them. Learn more and register HERE.
A3E, AES@NAMM, Dante and TEC Tracks: Premier Pro Audio Programs of Live and Studio Sound, the Future of Audio and Production
With more than 250 pro audio sessions dedicated to each aspect of production, emerging and established professionals have myriad options to grow in their careers. TEC Tracks will offer big-picture sessions to uncover topics ranging from building a profitable home studio to an inspiring keynote from engineer extraordinaire Chris Lord-Alge. Other highlights include “The Future of Music” with Craig Anderton; Mr. Bonzai interviewing Danny Kortchmar for his inside perspective on classic records, classic artists, and the highs and lows of the music business; “Pioneers of Analog Synths,” a special panel presentation by Michelle Moog-Koussa; “Prince: The Making of a Legend,” with the original arranger from Prince’s team, Brent Fischer, who, with his late father Dr. Clare Fischer, collaborated directly with Prince over three decades; and “Birth of a Record: Cheap Trick ‘Live at Budokan.’” TEC Tracks also brings together an additional who’s who of presenters, including Alan Parsons, Al Schmitt, Michael Beinhorn, Ed Cherney, George Massenberg, Eddie Kramer, Jack Douglas, Ross Hogarth and Frank Filipetti.
The premier education and training program for working professionals in live sound, recording, and performance audio, AES@NAMM Pro Sound Symposium: Live & Studio, returns for its second year. The four-day international symposium will offer seven Training Academies and related sessions on line-array technologies, microphones for studio and stage, live-sound mixing consoles, wireless systems and studio environments, in addition to tutorials on system measurement and optimization, plus informative and intimate sessions with leading industry pros hosted by veteran FOH engineer Robert Scovill and studio guru Bobby Owsinski. View the schedule and register HERE. (registration fee required to attend).
For the future-minded, A3E: The Advanced Audio + Applications Exchange, dedicated to the future of advanced audio applications and new music technologies, will explore how advanced audio applications are transforming the music industry, production, and performance. A special keynote session, “Driving the Future of Music Production, with BT,” will explore the technologies to release the full creative potential of an artist and what happens when the barriers are removed to limitless innovation. A3E will welcome Intel and visionary artist BT for the session. Other sessions include “The Impact of Blockchain on the Music Industry,” “Developing Disruptive Technology: The Risk and Reward,” “The Art of Artificial Intelligence: The Science of Creative Tools” and many more.
On Thursday and Friday at the Show, Audinate, the maker of the popular multimedia networking technology Dante, will offer a two-day Training and Certification for its popular Level 2 Dante certification courses. The hands-on experience will let attendees have a synchronous, practical experience with Dante as they are learning basic Dante concepts. These training sessions will begin with an introduction and demonstration of Dante AVIO adapters, followed by Dante Certification Level 2 hands-on experience. Registration required.
ESTA, Timeless Pro Production Sessions from FoH and PLSN, Lighting&Sound America/PLASA: Event Technology Expertise
A suite of sessions for event technology professionals, curated by ESTA (Entertainment Services and Technology Association), along with The Pro Production Sessions presented by Front of House and Projection Lights & Staging News magazines, and Lighting&Sound America/PLASA, will offer professionals a range of best-in-class education and credit opportunities. ESTA will host four tracks in Lighting and Electrical, Lighting Networking, Rigging, and Safety, all offering the opportunity for free Entertainment Technician Certification Program (ETCP) renewal credits. ETCP certificants can take advantage of the 80 available renewal credits, while beginner, intermediate and advanced topics in each subject area are offered for free to all NAMM Show attendees. Richard Cadena, Steve Adelman, Paul Sapsis, John Huntington and Steve Terry will be among the leading presenters in the ESTA-curated education program.
The Pro Production Sessions will bring top names in entertainment production together to offer a more in-depth look into iconic projects’ designs and the forward-looking trajectory of production technology during keynotes, single speaker and panel presentations. The best of the best working today explain the highs and lows of an industry career in production and discuss how the different roles in the industry create the stage environments that support the musical artists' work and the audiences' experience.
Among the highlights of the Pro Production sessions will be the “In-Conversation With...” interview series, featuring in-depth discussions of production in events and music, along with a slate of panels, including “The Creative Vision of Teamwork—Different Roles/One Show;” “Taking The Stage—The Lighting Designers Rising With New Acts;” “Getting the Show on the Road—Top Production and Tour Managers;” “For the Love of Music;” and “The Ubiquitous Video Screen.” This is the opportunity to learn from best in the business, including many Parnelli Honorees, along with a who’s who of designers, manufacturers and industry leaders.
Additional professional development opportunities include sessions from The NAMM Foundation’s GenNext, a collaboration between The NAMM Foundation and The College Music Society that brings college music students and faculty to The NAMM Show for exclusive programming with access to career and professional development opportunities; Music Education Days, which offers music teachers and school administrators informative sessions, inspiring performances and the opportunity to preview the latest instruments, products and tools; and The Nonprofit Management Institute for the Foundation’s partner and grantee organizations, presenting the best practices in nonprofit administration.
To view the complete education schedule, go to www.namm.org/thenammshow/2019/education.
All professional development sessions will take place at the NAMM U Education Center at the Hilton Anaheim, located next door to the Anaheim Convention Center, with the NAMM Idea Center located in the lobby of the Anaheim Convention Center. AES@NAMM requires a registration fee, with all other sessions open to NAMM Show attendees.
Additional education schedules will be released shortly. For further information or to register for a badge to attend, go to www.namm.org.
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Philistinism in unexpected places
Drawing by Christo for "The Gates" project for Central Park. "The biggest art project in New York City's history," according to Yahoo!News, debuted Saturday "with the unfurling of saffron-colored fabric banners suspended in 16-foot-high frames, providing a splash of sunrise 26 years in the making. 'It's poetry in motion. It's for the moment -- a kind of Zen,' said Barbara Knorr, who came from Switzerland just to see the exhibit." The project cost about $20 million, which set off a lot of hot heads who didn't seem to realize that everything -- including extra security during the 16-day run of the project -- is paid for from proceeds for the sale of Christo's artwork. Our usual allies, New Yorkers of the right, went ballistic in a most unseemly manner, one huffing and puffing that the fluttering, ethereal stream of orange was a travesty of Central Park's pristine wilderness, which in our view is a complete misreading of Frederick Law Olmsted's artful landscape architectural masterpiece.
"So what if it felt like the paths of Benjamin [Editor's note: next day they've corrected it to Frederick] Law Olmsted's urban masterpiece had been turned into a giant suburban back yard of the 1950s where every desperate housewife was hanging their [sic] sheets out to dry at the same moment?" asks an unbecomingly snickering and tendentious -- not to mention ill-informed -- John Podhoretz in the New York Post this morning, displaying an awesome art historical ignorance and philistine blindness to what we ourselves always call "beauty in unexpected places." We're normally persuaded by Podhoretz's political arguments (he pastes on a few boilerplate bits about Giuliani's "broken-windows" philosophy towards the end of the article), but how lame his premise in this case. He's obviously using the occasion of the left's celebration of Christo's work [We don't buy the new, improved title of the wife as fellow artist, by the way, having known of her role as fixer from way back when] to trash the left itself. Can you say CHEAP SHOTS?
First of all, John, it's not Benjamin, but Frederick Law Olmsted, the father of landscape architecture. Being as we -- despite our libertarian handicap -- earned our MLA from FLO's own Design School at HU, we realized at once that you didn't know what the **** you were talking about. How sad. We will always look more skeptically at your pontificating from here on in. Credibility is easily compromised when one steps into unknown waters.
We noticed with dismay that Lucianne -- one of our all-time political faves -- piled on about "The Gates" yesterday as well. Is it simple fear and therefore turning on what they don't understand in self-defense? In that sense, it reminds us of the MSM's recent gratuitous attacks on us salivating pajama pundits. As Hugh Hewitt said on Larry Kudlow's CNBC show the other night [via InstaPundit], "The MSM is losing its cool over the bloggers' relentless quest for truth" and "That's called jealousy in most parts." Most of us political bloggers are serious thinkers with heartfelt views who welcome the blogosphere as a soapbox we can mount to compete with the MSM to promulgate our alternative view of things. When fellow travelers on the right "lose their cool," reflexively trashing artistic brilliance without really looking at it in order to get their digs in at their political opponents, they are the losers.
Then there's The Big Trunk at PowerLine, another biggie in our political universe, who thinks Podhoretz's take is the cat's pajamas (nobody's perfect):
John Podhoretz's New York Post column on "The Gates" that debuted in Central Park over the weekend moves from hilarious art criticism to public policy and back. The headline says it all: "Masterpiece."
We don't hold it against these folks that they've never immersed themselves in the art and craft of placemaking, but these are waters we've inhabited deeply and darkly our whole life, and when it comes to art criticism, these people are all wet.
Birds-eye view of Christo's "The Gate" suggests the artist's vision of an ephemeral "river of light" flowing through Olmsted's NATURALISTIC landscape -- not at all the NATURAL landscape most suppose it to be, but an artificially graded and planted masterpiece of the landscape architect's art. In our mind's eye we picture the magic of the morning-light-colored banners backlit by the sun and all the changing climatic effects throughout the sixteen days of the artwork's visitation. Everyday visitors quoted in various accounts seemed to get it while high-horse types of the right, enraged at the left's embrace of all things Christo, can't seem to see beyond their upturned noses.
"Write what you know" applies not just to novelists, but to journalists and pundits -- and bloggers -- as well. Do the legwork, get up to speed on the facts and believe your eyes. It's the thing bloggers do best, but even they are human.
Update: That otherwise brilliant economist fellow, Daniel W. Drezner, sees "safety orange" where we see early-morning light. Maybe they oughta start teaching a little aht appreciation in these economics graduate programs?
Posted by Sissy Willis on February 15, 2005 at 10:58 AM in Great works, Idiotarianism | Permalink
I am afraid that many of us humans have the failing of thinking that because we know more than most people about some field that our knowledge is superior in all fields. Think some of our tenured professors. Unfortunately Podhoretz shows us that the failing can even apply to those whose opinions are sometimes admired by us.
Posted by: goomp | February 15, 2005 at 05:12 PM
Well said, Sissy.
Posted by: Pat | February 15, 2005 at 06:58 PM
This is why I seldom if ever comment on art. I have zero background and nothing on which to base a commentary. Sometimes it even takes a while before I can figure out whether or not I like something.
Now if they just said that they "personally" don't like it - and left it there... well to each his or her own. But to have little or no background and then try to create an overall critique, this is always a mistake.
I could understand some of the hue and cry if this had been publicly funded, but since this is not the case, I don't see the huge problem. Especially as it's a short term display and not permanent. (if I read all that correctly)
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Shackleton’s <i>Endurance</i> Expedition: A crewman’s view
Published on August 30, 2016 August 30, 2016 Author Library MuseLeave a comment on Shackleton’s <i>Endurance</i> Expedition: A crewman’s view
By Thomas Orde-Lees, Quartermaster
"August 1916, 23.
No change in pack or weather.
Certain members are exhibiting obvious concerns about the present food shortage and strange to say now that there really is a shortage the imperturbable pessimists are apparently quite unconcerned and certainly are not saying anything in the nature of "We told you so." It is not unusual that pessimism and equanimity are counterparts.
"Endurance under full sail" - courtesy of Shackleton Endurance Photography
The manner in which the aforesaid members exhibit their fears is in trying to overcome them assuming that the pessimists are now thoroughly scared and therefore making mocking remarks such as "Now we shall all starve" and "We shall have to eat the one who dies first" and so on, which has actually occurred before now when people have been in only very slightly worse straits than we are now. There's many a true word said in jest. To a close observer there are many other indications in the way that the fatuous optimists shout loudly to each other all manner of such remarks about the food supply question as if to keep their spirits up by the cheery loudness of their voices in much the same way psych-ologically as Chinese walking along a road at night shout loudly to each other to keep off evil spirits in other words fear by mutual encouragement.
Of course the probability is that we have ample to support us until the pack clears off again, for it has now been in for a week and the longest previous spell has been 13 days only, but when it does clear we shall have no reserve left and, should we be based again within a few days for a more we should be in a bad way.
I had gone round the foot of Penguin Hill and had reached the top in order to give a had with the rope, but as I was immediately afterwards required down on the ice foot I had the pleasure of being lowered over the precipice on the end of the rope, and subsequently ascended by the same means.
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One hundred years ago this August, Ernest Shackleton rescued his crew after the failure of the Imperial Trans-Antarctic Expedition. Rauner holds a complete transcript of the diary and the manuscript diary from March 24th, 1915, through April 16th, 1916.” These entries are a selection from the diary of the expedition's quartermaster Thomas Orde-Lees.
Rauner Special Collections Library in Webster Hall holds a complete transcript of the diary and the manuscript diary from March 24th, 1915, through April 16th, 1916. To see them, come to Rauner and ask to see MSS-185 or Stefansson G850 1914 .O7 1997 during normal hours of operation. An exhibit on Shackleton’s Antarctic explorations will be on display in Rauner from July 1-September 2, 2016.
Published on August 30, 2016 August 30, 2016 Author Library MuseCategories Dartmouth College Library, Rauner Special Collections LibraryTags antarctic, Elephant Island, Endurance Expedition, Ernest Shackleton, Imperial Trans-Arctic Expedition, Orde-Lees Diary, Special CollectionsLeave a comment on Shackleton’s <i>Endurance</i> Expedition: A crewman’s view
"July 1916, 25.
Mild and damp. West wind and snow.
We had quite an exciting incident today. A large pregnant female seal drifted quite close in on an ice-slab in West Bay at a place where there is a good ice-foot over the rocks but where Penguin Hill rises in an abrupt precipice. Wild came along with his little gun but failed to make his usual fine shooting and although he shot it three times in the head he did no kill it. As he had only three cartridges with him he sent Holness back tot he hut for some more.
"The James Caird" - courtesy of Shackleton Endurance Photography
To reach the hut it was necessary to go right round the foot of Penguin Hill a distance of some 300 yards over a difficult rocky path. Whilst Holness was away the seal so far recovered itself that it got its head and shoulder over the edge of the little floe and was about to dive when Holness arrived. It was an anxious moment for fear we might lose this valuable quantity of food. Wild then successfully dispatched it and it was decided to cut it up where it lay as soon as the floe drifted in close enough to gain access to it, and to haul it up the precipice by rope.
The seal was cut up into four pieces and hauled up and the fully developed foetus which had only about two months to go was hauled up complete. We also got two penguins."
A moderate easterly blizzard confines us to our bags.
Both bays are full of close big lumpy pack.
On days like this we talk and talk. The principal topic is always food, good solid boiled suet puddings being generally voted as the things best worth living for, then apple and black currant puddings with cream, and then how new cake. I suppose it sounds beastly greedy to write like this but we are always in deadly earnest about it and
"The Night Watchman" - courtesy of Shackleton Endurance Photography
get quite heated over arguments as to whether muffins are more filling than crumpets. One has the sort of feeling that if a genie were to suddenly appear and offer us muffins or crumpets some idiot might go and say crumpets. I am a muffineer and know that the muffin is incomparably better food value that the crumpet. "Conspue"(?) the crumpet advocates!
We so seldom mention the war that it is hardly worth referring to it. I think we are all a little ashamed of having run away from it now that we find ourselves in this position of forced inertia, I know I am, and am most anxious to get back in time to do my bit. Most, though by no means all, of us think it must by over by now. I am one of those who think the contrary. If it is over it must have ended in a draw and Brittain could never tolerate that. Wordie is the best debater on this subject and sometimes gives us very interesting information as to pre-war conditions in Germany. For the rest, discussions on processes described in the Encyclopaedia, how things are done and made and semi-scientific talk fills the bill.
No poor penguins today.
"June 1915, 19.
It is still mild but overcast again. A big swell bids fair to disperse the enveloping pack; open-water leads are increasing.
The nut-food sugar gamble is still rankling. I cannot help feeling I bear Wild a grudge and he no doubt feels contemptuous of me, even so it is better that we should give our emotions some rein than vegetate in mental torpor. As a matter of fact, Macklin agrees with me that we are none of us quite normal mentally owing to privation and improper nourishment.
"Tom Crean Husky pups" - courtesy of Shackleton Endurance Photography
I feel sure that had we been in possession of sufficient alcohol to make it a "swopable" commodity and had some members made a corner in it they would have revelled in their shrewdness and a reinstatement of rights would have been the last thing that they would have tolerated, but after all who am I that I should point the finger.
I find that my diary of impersonal impartiality is lately becoming inconveniently egoistic to the elimination of the more general affairs that really do matter, but I dare say the personal side of the case in the case of even only one person may have its uses.
I have another little bone to pick with Wild. Some weeks ago, as previously stated, in order no doubt to allay any uneasiness as to our future food supply Wild stated that we had ample meat to last us until the end of August. To anyone capable of simple calculation it was obvious that this was an over estimate and one could not help thinking that perhaps it was a case of "the wish being father of the thought", at any rate since then we have killed 300 penguins and 5 seals, and as far as I can estimate, (and I have had a good deal of experience now at estimating and calculating food supplied) we have no more than will last us until August 15th at the present rate of consumption. A large Weddell seal was lying for several hours on a small floe which drifted in to within 20 yards or so from the beach but unfortunately for want of a boat it never became accessible. It is very tantalizing to see so much prospective meat within one's gasp and yet to be unable to secure it."
"June, 1916. 15"
Mild but wet. Temperature 31 degrees. I am tired of stating that the pack is still in; but it is.
Poor Blackborrow had to have his toes amputated today.
The doctors worked under difficulty.
We were all ordered outside except the doctors and Wild, who stayed as a privileged spectator and Hurley who has a reputation as a stoker and who therefore kept the fire going to maintain an equable temperature. He managed to get up and keep a temperature of 80 degrees for an hour, not so bad for the Antarctic, nothing but blubber and penguin skins for fuel.
"Shackleton on Ice" - courtesy of Shackleton Endurance Photography
As it was drizzling we all went and took shelter in one of the caves. It was pretty wet and damp there. We cut each other's hair to pass the time away and pretty good frights we made out ourselves. As we had to sit on a block of ice during the process, nothing else being available for a seat, we mostly got rather wet where our clothing came in contact with the ice.
The caves are now easily accessible owing to the icefoot having bridged the gap that formerly intercepted out approach.
They form very useful shelters and if only their floors were above high water level and they were on the East side of Penguin Hill they would be of great value to us as shelters for penguin-skinning and as storehouses. To reach them it is nearly always necessary to go right round Penguin Hill although the caves are not more than twenty yards from the hut, but the short cut is seldom negotiable, and when it is, it is only effected by the thin coating of ice adhering to very steep rock faces. Steps have been cut in this ice but a slip would entail a ducking in deep water.
It was nearly three hours before we were again able to get back into the hut by which time we were bored, cold and hungry.
The operation had been successful in spite of difficulties and when we got back into our cosy bags the patient was sleeping off the effects of the anaesthetic [sic].
"May, 1916. 15.
A cold night followed by a calm day with a calm open sea. Ninety penguins came up and all were killed. Wild asked me, sarcastically, if I was satisfied. He seems to think that I am personally afraid of having to starve. This is not exactly the case, it is rather the whole party that I am concerned about. I should not like to see a repetition of the Greeley disaster, and upon my word, I think we are asking for it.
We are now burning nothing but penguin skins on our indoor stove and nearly all the cooking is being done on it. It requires about fifteen skins per day and it behooves us to get all the penguins we can if only for the value of their skins as fuel.
To burn them it is necessary to cut them into thin strips which are laid over the two cross bars of the stove. The heat of the burning oil on the bottom of the stove causes the oil to "render" from the strips of skin; it drops on to the heap of ash and debris at the bottom and in due course ignites and helps to render the oil our of the next two strips and so on. It is necessary to replenish the strips every five or ten minutes. We leave the feathers on the skins just as they are and being very oily there is no unpleasant smell such as burning feathers usually make. The fire is lighted by a few wood-shavings and splinters derived from the little wooden "sweet-boxes" in which every ten pieces of nut food are packed.
There are therefore ten of these wooden boxes in a case of 100 blocks of nut food or seventy of them in all and, as each box will light two fires we have enough to get our stove going for a period of four months at least. We could quite easily light the fire by pouring seal oil on to the ashes of the previous night and inserting a wick when the whole lot would soon be in a blaze, but as the wood is available and blubber scarce we use the former for the present.
We are fortunate in having a good supply of matches, but even if we had none we could easily manage to get a light, in the first instance, with a "burning glass" on one of our rare sunny days and thereafter maintain a constant flame night and day with a blubber lamp."
A nasty dump day with a mild easterly blizzard.
A good many paddies were caught. They seem very plentiful just now.
The ice foot proved too much for the penguins today. Large numbers landed on a rock which can be reached form the shore by a round about way. They inspected the route ashore, decided it was no good and turned back. I observed three batches do this and thinking later arrivals might be similarly deterred I crept round and lay in wait and, on another batch coming up, I cut off their retreat and compelled them to go ashore.
I was not so successful with a second batch, several eluding me, but I managed the third batch all night. In this way I coerced ashore 51 birds of which Wild considered 21 sufficient for our needs. I really have no patience with these methods and am at a loss to know what inspires them. It certainly is not due to humaneness. The situation is too critical to take such liberties. I dare say we shall get penguins as long as we have to stay here, but there is no guarantee that we shall and no advantage whatever in leaving it to chance.
The only expedition that has previously wintered in this neighbourhood (Bruce at the South Orkneys) report that the penguins all left at the end of April and if analogy is worth anything they may quite likely leave here soon too.
We have now let seven hundred birds slip through our fingers, if we ever go short we shall have only ourselves to blame. So we shall be under the painful necessity of killing them rather more regularly in future.
One wonders just why these birds visited us in such great quantities. Were they driven up from Graham's Land by the ice and are they "en passage" migrating to islands further west more free from ice?"
Published on August 23, 2016 August 24, 2016 Author Library MuseCategories Dartmouth College Library, Rauner Special Collections LibraryTags antarctic, Elephant Island, endurance, Ernest Shackleton, Imperial Trans-Arctic Expedition, Orde-Lees Diary, Special CollectionsLeave a comment on Shackleton’s <i>Endurance</i> Expedition: A crewman’s view
"May, 1916. 5.
Overcast. Temperature 31 degrees. Mild, slushy.
There were some cold penguins to skin. It was cold work. When freshly killed it is easy, almost agreeable, work executed as follows: lay the penguin on his back, slit him from his neck to his tail with a knife, insert the hand and withdraw the stomach and other "utensils" taking care not to break the gall bladder, before doing this the windpipe and gullet has to be cut by holding it with one hand and passing the knife up with the other. Next tear the skin apart at the breast and work it off the carcass and legs, articulating the wings with a knife and cutting the skin round at the leg joints just above the gut (the penguin has feathers right down to, but not on, its feet). The tail is then articulated at its root and by holding on to it and pulling whilst standing on the penguins feet it can be skinned off the back and head all in one operation like pilling off one's vest inside out. What remains looks rather like a skinned rabbit. The two sides of the breast are easily cut off and the legs articulated, these portions are stored in the snow and the hearts and livers are all put into a box where they freeze into a solid cake. The skins are laid out flat and stored for fuel, but when one comes to one's last bird for the day one generally uses the blubbery inside of the skin to wash some of the blood off one's hands and even gives one's face a good wipe, using the feather side as a towel to dry oneself with. The blubbery nature of the inside of the skin forms quite a passable soap, but our hands and faces are always so black that it doesn't make any perceptible difference.
"Dogloos Endurance" - courtesy of Shackleton Endurance Photography
We practically never wash now except for this and it is surprising how soon one becomes reconciled to this state of affairs.
The penguins usually come up from the sea about 3 p.m. They roost here and go off to sea the first thing in the morning to fish. It seems probable that it is mostly different birds that come up every day and as if they were making a passage from one spot to another and using this as a half way house for however many we kill, just about the same number come up the next day. Were it not so, we should soon exterminate them. Today as many as 118 came up and we secured them all.
Our daily routine is now as follows. Cook turns out at 7 a.m. and goes out to galley to cook steaks. The inside stove is lighted and water heated up on it for milk. As the pungent blubber fumes pervade the atmosphere we all get well inside our bags and cough oil 9:30 or 10:00 a.m. when the order comes to "lash up and snow" whereupon we turn out fully dressed all but our boots, which we put on at once, and the ground floor people roll up their bags and bundle them up on to the bags of the protesting occupants of the thwarts who, by this time are generally down on the floor.
Two"seat placers", told off daily in rotation, place the Venesta provision cases round in a rough circle amidst the execrations of the remainder on whose toes the cases fall. We sit down disconsolate and liverish until the cooks of groups ( the groups remain the same as the original tent's crews and are maintained owing to the necessity of dividing the food up into all the available receptacles) stumble in with their precious burdens. "Whacking out" these proceeds the old "whoseing" process being rigidly adhered to. This operation has to be carried out on the knees of one of the members of the group and the balancing of the pot and all the eight tin plates is matter of no little skill.
As breakfast proceeds tongues are gradually loosened just as used to be the case in the ship, which proves that the psychological reaction of food even under such circumstances of destitution as ours still persists. Breakfast over we go out, if fine enough, and do such works as may be required of us. Luncheon is ready at 12:45 p.m. Today we had boiled penguin's carcasses and they weren't at all bad, being boiled in sea water to salt them a bit. It is dangerous to use sea water too freely on account of the likelihood of dysentery occurring from the magnesium salts in solution.
About 2 p.m. we again go out and work or walk about to keep our bodies and especially our feet warm. It is unfortunate that we have only such a very short walk the length of the spit. It gets monotonous and the people one meets are always the same and all so dirty looking and the snow covered pebbles are difficult to walk on, but one gets too cold sitting in the hut and as there is only four feet of head room beneath the thwarts of the boats it gets very crampy. By 4 p.m. most of us are in the hut again and at 4:30 supper is served.
It invariably consists of stewed seal or penguin meat. At both luncheon and supper we have ice cold water as a beverage. It is always ice cold because of the necessity of economizing fuel and therefore having to put rather more ice into the pot than can possibly all be melted. Should the water be warm by any chance we add more ice to it in order to increase the amount of water to the utmost. We nearly all get thirst during the night and have a drink of water at midnight.
At 6 p.m., the "seats" are replaced in the centre of the hut for the cook to sleep on, bags are laid out, we get into them and chat or read if possible until 7:30 p.m. by which hour nearly every one is asleep. Some wrangle.
We sleep from 7:30 p.m. to 9 a.m., at least that is the time we have to spend in our bags and most of sonly wish we could sleep for all that long time for it is very wearying lying awake hour after hour as many of us do, thinking most of the time of how much better we might be off if only this - and only that and so on. Of course we ought really to be only too thankful that we are here at all after the peril and uncertainty of our life on the floe. Our only source of danger here is lack of food. I suppose Mr. Wild knows what he is doing all right but I certainly think that until we are certain of a stock enough to last all the winter we ought to economize more now; we could quite well do with rather less than we are having, at least I could; the penguin steaks at breakfast are huge. One would rather economize now than risk going short later on which may or may not the base. I have seen too much improvidence on this expedition, it is a well known characteristic of the Esquimaus, perhaps a polar climate engenders it in certain people, but I must say that in all polar books I have read the narrators lay stress on the expediency of laying in a proper store for the winter; thus Scott, Greeley, Nordenskiold, Amundsen, Campbell. Living from hand to mouth may suit some natures, not mine. Mr. Wild is evidently relying too much upon an early relief. It is counting your chickens before they've hatched.
An adult sea elephant spent an hour or two on a small floe in West Bay, not more than fifty yards from the shore but the pack was too intersected to permit of approaching it. Some could have done it with oars to bridge the gaps but Mr. Wild thought it too risky."
"April, 1916. 23.
The blizzard has subsided but there is now very heavy snow and still a strong wind. The difference between the present conditions and a blizzard is not quite easy to define and, indeed, a blizzard is always an arbitrary standard. It is a matter of comparison with conditions prevailing at the locality. We do not usually term it a blizzard unless the air is thickly charged with snow powder and the wind is blowing at over 40 miles per hour.
The snow powder of a blizzard is mainly that which is picked up from the surface by the wind and whirled along in suspension. Falling snow and wind such as we have today produce rather more of a snow storm than a blizzard. Breathing is not interfered with in a snowstorm but in a blizzard it is sometimes nearly impossible to breath facing the wind, and even with one's back to the wind one is partly choked by the ice particles which fill the air exactly like dust in a dust storm.
"Frank Hurley under the Bow" - courtesy of Shackleton Endurance Photography
It is much colder today.
The "James Caird" is now completed for Sir Ernest's latest venturesome undertaking.
The carpenter had contrived wonderfully with the very limited resources at hand. Amongst the very few spare pieces of wood that we had was a sledge that had been taken to pieces for convenience in sowing into the boat. With the two runners of this he made fore and aft pieces for the deck and then fixed pieces of 3 ply Venesta wood across from gunwale to gunwale and laid canvas over this.
The whole forms a really neat job and a square hatch has been introduced aft.
Although I would rather die than undertake such a journey. I think her crew should be able to keep fairly dry.
She has been strengthened in the hull by having the mast of the "Dudley Docker" lashed along her keel inside. In fact the other boats have been freely denuded to provide for her to the very best advantage.
Today the "Stancomb Wills" was turned upside down in the same way as the "Docker" in order to provide a residence for the sailors, and they all trooped into it like rabbits, and proceeded to make it as snug as possible. They used the remains of their tent to make a front wall with.
By this afternoon there was about six inches of snow all over everything. During a blizzard snow gets no chance to settle though it may run into big drifts and also penetrated into boxes and so on.
At 2 p.m. the sun came out and I was tempted to hang my bags out with a view to drying them a bit, but whilst I was employed upon the other work a sharp snow storm came on and before I could get them in they were half filled with snow. The moisture in it had meanwhile frozen and the bags were as stiff as boards. I shook out most of the snow but some got down into the base of the hairs and could not be eradicated, but I got the full benefit of it at night when they were, if possible, wetter than ever.
We have not been getting many seals yet. Two on the 21st inst. and a big one yesterday, all Weddells.
Shelter of some sort for all hands is imperative but how to achieve it has been a matter of much cogitation. The stones here are mostly rounded and therefore unsuitable for building and the only substance available for weatherproofing i.e. caulking the interstices between stones, is now snow and the mud-impregnated grit that forms the foreshore. The other alternative is to excavate and ice cave in the glacier slope at the shore end of the spit, and this was decided upon and commenced today. A spot was selected about sixty feet up the slope and a pick and shovel party set to work. The ice was extremely hard and slow progress was made, but by nightfall an excavation 6 ft. high by 3 ft. wide and 4 ft. deep had been made. I have seen artificial ice grottoes in the Swiss Glaciers made for the entertainment of tourists but never expected to have it live in one! Now we're going to, and glad of it too.
The "Caird" being ready for sea, Sir Ernest is only waiting for fair enough weather to launch her. At present there is far too much surf. The following have been selected to accompany him. Captain Worsley, Crean, the carpenter and the two sailors Vincent and McCarthy.
The distance is seven hundred and fifty miles in a straight line. The object of undertaking the journey is to obtain relief at the earliest possible moment. Bravo! brave leader."
This is now the fifth day of continuous blizzard, and it is even worse today than it has been. It is quite impossible to do any work for it is as much as one can do to even stand up in the wind. We have spent all day in our bags except when our few duties compelled us to be up and about for the sake of shelter rather than for warmth.
We have our meals under great difficulties beneath the boat sitting up in our bags in the limited space available. Where I sleep there is no sufficient head room so I partake of mine eating of my elbow and very awkward it is especially as it is pitch dark under the boat owing to the necessity of keeping the blanket door tightly closed to keep out the drift as much as possible. Every time anyone passes in or out of a tent a whirl of drift flies in through the door covering everything and before one can brush it off much of it has thawed so that in spite of the most stringent precautions one cannot avoid getting wet even inside the tents. Anyone going out, even for a minute, brings in on their persona and boots a great deal of snow and in the small space at the door it is very hard to get rid of it; it collects on the pieces of sailcloth board and so forth with which we have partially covered the pebbles and freezes on to them until it is again thawed out by the sleeping bags lying on top to it. The sleepers nearest the doors have by far the worst time of it in this respect.
"Endurance Listing" courtesy of Shackleton Endurance Photography
The temperature inside our tents varies from a little above to a little below freezing so that the flooring is in a state of perpetual delignescence, in other words, the sail cloth and other sundry scraps that comprise it are constantly wringing wet and further absorb the moisture due to the thawing of the ice amongst the pebbles underneath.
Another source of wetness is the thawing of the snow at the back of the boat along the gunwale where we placed it to make a weather tight joint. This was unavoidable for there was no other material to be had and without it the blizzard would come flying in and soon overwhelm us, for, naturally, we have set the boat up with its back to the wind as far as possible.
It is anything but a pleasant life just at present and I have heard Mr. Wild and several others who ought to now assert that if this sort of thing continues for much longer some of the party will undoubtedly go under. As it is, the vitality of all of us must already be much lowered for no constitution can be quite immune to days of this sort of thing, wet through all day and all night in a low temperature and on a low diet. We are using our sledging foods rather freely but dare not reduce the ration yet, for this is just the very occasion for which we have revered them and when they become a most valuable factor in retaining our vitality. For breakfast we are having a good hoosh of Bovril sledging ration nearly three quarter strength (6 oz. each), one biscuit and a slice of cold raw blubber for luncheon and a seal stew for supper. Considering our circumstances this is not at all bad.
We find the raw seal's blubber at luncheon very acceptable, and are now quite unconscious of its rank taste, indeed, cut into thin slices we fancy that it forms quite a passable substitute for butter and our only regret is that we cannot afford to have a second helping of it. Foods are appetizing or not according to the degree that the system insensibly demands them. What we lack here is heat, our systems therefore demand heat producing fuel and fat is the best heat giving food so that anything in the ay of fat or oil seems most acceptable to us just now and the necessities of the system overcome the nauseating flavour.
Yesterday we rounded up and killed thirty five penguins, but today, although there were a couple of hundred up, the weather was altogether too severe to hunt them.
The force of the wind was tremendous and a lot of valuable gear that had been carefully brought here was picked up by the wind and blown out to sea. I saw one of the large ten gallon aluminum cookers hurtling through the air and finally fell into the sea a long way out. A large number of socks, mitts and other small articles of clothing were thus lost, two or three ground sheets, a blanket, several pieces of wood and even some boots. Things were whisked out of people's hands and it was not safe to put a saucepan down for a minute. The sailors lost theirs in this way.
I had placed my Burberry blouse out to try and dry it, and had placed it on a rock with two heavy stones as large as my head on the top of it. Almost before I had turned around, a gust of wind whisked off both the stones and that was the last I saw of my blouse. Immediately after a large canvas boat cover flew past me and landed in the sea.
It will seem that we were very slack not to take steps then and there to obviate this, but the weather was so thick and the party so dead beat that so long as people had sufficient clothes on them they were indifferent as to what happened to the spare stuff outside. It was a great pity because there certainly was a lot of stuff lost of which we should later have been glad. It is worthy of note, however, that it was all quite carefully stowed and covered with a sail, but the wind seemed out for sport and to be able to pick out the things it wanted to play with from under the sail.
All the tents had been pitched well above high watermark though the sailors tent was nearest to the sea. Tonight we were visited by an abnormally high tide which compelled the sailors to hurriedly strike their tent as the tide threatened to inundate it. Simultaneously we were all called out and spent a wretched hour or so in the dark pulling the "Stancomb Wills" and "James Caird" up to the summit of the spit out of reach of the water. The sailors passed the rest of the night in the latter boat which was by now entirely decked over for her journey to South Georgia."
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Archie Sonic the Hedgehog Issue 245 is the two hundred forty-fifth issue of the Sonic the Hedgehog comic series published by Archie Comics.
Official solicitation
"Endangered Species," Part Three. The battle between Knuckles and Thrash the Devil rages on! The battle against Dr. Eggman's forces was sidetracked when Thrash erased the entire echidna population-- and Knuckles isn't taking it lying down! Can Team Fighters even the odds when the Krudzu Hybrid Hyrda shows up?
Endangered Species Part Three: Restoration Efforts
Writer: Ian Flynn
Pencils: Steven Butler
Inks: Terry Austin
Colors: Matt Herms
Letters: John Workman
Assistant Editor: Vincent Lovallo
Editor/Executive Director of Editorial: Paul Kaminski
Editor-in-Chief: Victor Gorelick
President: Mike Pellerito
Special Thanks To: Anthony Gaccione and Cindy Chau at Sega Licensing
The issue starts with Sonic Spin Dashing Thrash in the back, then tells him to bring the Echidnas back, or they will fight. Thrash tries to dissuade Sonic from engaging him, claiming that his quarrel with the Echidnas has nothing to do with the Hedgehog. Sonic disagrees and demands that he surrender, and Thrash replies with his super-sonic scream, which knocks Sonic into the air while Knuckles, Amy, and Tails face Thrash's Devil Dog pack. Meanwhile, the Krudzu Hybrid Hydra, who used a Crabmeat body to travel to Albion and protect himself from being destroyed by water, finds the disabled intact Metal Knuckles and adapts the fallen Metal Series robot.
Knuckles and Thrash continue to fight, and Thrash explains how the Echidnas experimented with his kind, resulting in more Devil Dogs being born instead of Tasmanian Devils. In banishing them and leaving Knuckles as the last Echidna on Mobius, he considers justice to have been served: the two of them are both the last of their kind. Knuckles knocks Thrash down, only to be tackled by a Devil Dog, forcing him to call upon Team Fights for help. Following Sonic's directions, Amy and Tails start flinging and herding Devil Dogs toward one area with tornado like moves. Sonic then makes a kennel with fence posts, preventing the Devil Dogs from escaping and aiding Thrash. Thrash then decides to start using his super-sonic scream, but Knuckles makes his way up to Thrash after being knocked back, and punches Thrash into the air.
Elsewhere, a mysterious figure observes the heroes, and witnessing their apparent victory saying he doesn't need to reveal himself now. However, the K.H.H Metal Knuckles then appears and uses vines to grab and choke Tails and Amy. While Sonic and Knuckles battle Metal Knuckles, the mysterious figure says he can't get involved, and continues to observe while encouraging the heroes. Thrash manages to open his Warp Ring and escapes into it. Knuckles, noticing this, goes into the Warp Ring as well with Sonic's encouragement. Sonic manages to free Tails and Amy,as well as tangle the K.H.H's vines on its' hands. Sonic tells Metal Knuckles to give up, but he uses parts of machinery to make his form much bigger. Then, a yellow and black ball knocks him down with a spin dash, and reveals his identity: Shard the Metal.
Off Panel
See also: Off Panel
Script: Ian Flynn
Pencils: Lamar Wells
Inks: Jonathan Gray
Colors: Aleah Baker
The Krudzu Metal Knuckles appears in front of Team Fighters, boldly facing off with him. Amy tosses aside her Piko Piko Hammer, and announces that she will utilize her secret weapon. The Krudzu Metal Knuckles then flees in terror as she chases it with her "Pico Pico Shears", announcing that it's "Time for this Rose to prune!"
Amy: You heard my man! Spinny thing time!
Tails: We've got to call it something better than that...
Knuckles: You took my family! The love of my life! You robbed it all from me because of your stupid, short-sighted obsession!
Thrash: It's justice! It's what my kind is owed! It--!
Knuckles: SHUT! UP!
Krudzu Hybrid Hydra: Hey, Sonic, remember me?
Sonic: No. Way.
Shard: Yes way. Do you know how hard it is to track you guys down?
This is the Tasmanian Devils' first appearance since Sonic the Hedgehog #48.
Originally, this issue's cover did not have green vines covering the cables that are ensnaring Sonic. This was added to emphasize the Krudzu now being part of the ongoing story, in light of the legal matters that developed during this arc's production.
Cover artist Tracy Yardley posted the original cover inks of this issue on his Deviantart account,[1] revealing that it was meant to include Lien-Da ensnaring Sonic with her whips instead of Krudzu vines.
The Sonic & Mega Man: Worlds Collide countdown on the cover incorrectly says "4" instead of "3". This same error is also present on the cover of Sonic Universe #48.
According to Ian Flynn, Shard played no role in the original version of the story.
In Germany, this issue was intended to be printed in Panini Sonic the Hedgehog #10. However, due to the low demand of the comics in Germany, #9 was the final issue, thus leaving the arc incomplete in Germany.
Cover artwork
The rough draft for Sonic the Hedgehog #245.
The original cover.
The cover artwork, raw.
Preview pages
Page three
Page four
Page five
↑ Yardley, Tracy (11 April 2013). 245 Cover Original Pencils. DeviantArt. Retrieved on 4 October 2018.
Archie Sonic the Hedgehog Issue 245 at Mobius Encyclopaedia, the Archie Sonic wiki.
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Sphere L22 Mic Modelling System Updated
AAX DSP support is now included in version 1.3 of the software component 26/06/19
Townsend Labs has announced that AAX DSP support is included in version 1.3 of the Sphere plug-in—the software component in the Sphere L22 microphone modeling system. This is the story in their own words...
Ever since its initial introduction, the Sphere plug-in has been available for all major native plug-in formats, as well as on Universal Audio’s UAD-2, Apollo and Arrow platform. With the addition of AAX DSP support in Sphere 1.3, owners of Pro Tools HDX systems can now enjoy perfect integration of the Sphere microphone into their existing DSP-based workflow, and monitor the over 20 included microphone models with near-zero latency while recording.
Since its debut in 2017, the Townsend Labs Sphere L22 has established itself as the best microphone modeling solution in the industry. Its pioneering multi-dimensional modeling technology and unique dual-channel design take microphone modeling far beyond merely mimicking the static on-axis response of the original microphones. The Sphere L22 captures the spatial in-room behavior of the original microphones, including transient response, harmonics, proximity effect, and three-dimensional polar response. The stunning accuracy is what has convinced users from home recordists to seasoned industry veterans, such as Joe Chiccarelli and Allen Sides, that Sphere is the future of microphones.
Sphere L22
The Sphere L22 system is comprised of a dedicated, dual-channel microphone and its software counterpart, the Sphere plug-in. The plug-in currently includes over 20 models of coveted microphones—a collection which would be worth more than a hundred thousand dollars if it was ever up for sale, and to which new microphone models are regularly added. The microphone can be used with any preamp and any digital interface, and the Sphere plug-in is available for all major native plug-in formats as well as on Universal Audio’s UAD-2, Apollo and Arrow platform.
With version 1.3 of the Sphere plug-in, Townsend Labs adds support for AAX DSP, which means Pro Tools HDX owners can now use the microphone with near-zero latency in their existing workflow. This does not only make Sphere L22 an even more attractive choice for top-end music producers and high-end commercial studio facilities, but also for audio post and dialog recordists. As such, Sphere is the first and only microphone modeling system available for Pro Tools HDX.
Producer/engineer Joe Chiccarelli (Beck, Jason Mraz, The Strokes), a long time Sphere owner, explains:
“Working with Sphere as a native plug-in has been great and I’ve been a big supporter of the company from the beginning. Now it fits perfectly into my workflow with Pro Tools HDX at Sunset Sound.”
Erik Papp of Townsend Labs comments:
“The professional community—both in music and audio post—have been requesting an AAX DSP version of the Sphere plug-in. We’re proud we can now add it to the list of available formats. It's important to us that customers can incorporate Sphere L22 in their current workflow, whatever it may be.”
The Sphere plug-in is free of charge and available for download on Townsend Labs’ website. The Sphere L22 microphone can be purchased from most pro audio dealers worldwide, and is offered for $1499 US dollars excluding tax.
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Watching from upstairs, former OU great Teddy Lehman sees every flaw
By Bill Haisten Tulsa World
In six previous seasons as an analyst with the Sooner Sports Radio Network, Teddy Lehman worked from the Oklahoma sideline.
This season, he’s watching games from the broadcast booth high above the field.
From that vantage point, he’s gotten a panoramic look at some really bad defense.
In advance of Saturday’s 11 a.m., ABC-televised Big 12 game at TCU, the ninth-ranked Sooners are 97th nationally in total defense, 107th in pass defense, 65th in run defense and 101st in third-down conversion defense.
It must be a shock to the sensibilities of Lehman, a former two-time Sooner All-American linebacker.
During his senior season in 2003, the Sooners were No. 3 nationally in total defense.
“I think our problems are what we’ve seen from the last couple of years,” said the 36-year-old Lehman, a Tulsa native and former Fort Gibson High School superstar. “A lot could be cured if our guys would just make the plays that they’re in position to make.
“If you’re unblocked and have an opportunity to make a tackle, you have to make it. And as a team, if you routinely don’t make those tackles, you’re not going to play good defense. It has to start there. I don’t care what front or coverage they’re in.”
Oklahoma plays for the first time since Oct. 6, when Texas prevailed 48-45 over the Sooners in the Cotton Bowl; and for the first time since Oct. 7, when OU coach Lincoln Riley fired defensive coordinator Mike Stoops.
“It all comes back to the coaches, and I understand that,” Lehman said. “The buck has to stop somewhere. But you have to make the plays that you’re in position to make. I don’t know if there’s any motivation from a coach that can change that.”
Even with last week’s open date in the schedule, there wasn’t time for OU to totally reinvent itself defensively.
Against TCU, the Sooners probably won’t be much different schematically and they’ll go to battle with the same defenders who struggled against Army and Texas.
In 2001, Lehman was involved in one of the more famous plays in OU history. After Sooner safety Roy Williams executed his “Superman” dive and collided with Texas quarterback Chris Simms as he attempted to release a pass, the wobbly football landed in the hands of Lehman at the Texas 3-yard line.
With two minutes left to play, Lehman barreled into the end zone for a touchdown that would give Oklahoma a 14-3 victory.
The call from ABC’s Brent Musburger: “Longhorns with no timeouts left. Lehman showing blitz. Here’s the blitz! Touchdown, Lehman! Touchdown, Oklahoma! Williams got (Simms) on the blitz! Lehman on the pick! OU is gonna win it again!”
Seventeen years later, Lehman was in the Cotton Bowl press box for the OU-Texas stunner.
One week after totaling only 339 yards and failing to score during the second half of a 19-14 win at Kansas State, the Longhorns had 501 total yards against OU. Texas got points at the end of seven of its first nine possessions and finished a combined 8-of-16 on third- and fourth-down conversion attempts.
On 37 Texas pass attempts, OU recorded only one sack. Longhorn QB Sam Ehlinger completed 69 percent of his passes for 314 yards and two touchdowns.
Lehman was an All-American in 2002 and again in 2003. After playing four NFL seasons with the Detroit Lions, he spent time on the rosters of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Buffalo Bills and Jacksonville Jaguars.
As an OU senior, Lehman won the Butkus Award, established in 1985 and given annually to the best linebacker in college football. Three Sooners — Brian Bosworth, Rocky Calmus and Lehman — were Butkus recipients.
Linebackers Kenneth Murray and Curtis Bolton have been consistently pretty good for the 2018 Sooners, but there are myriad issues otherwise.
Since Riley made the move against Stoops, there has been this thought: Might OU defensive players feel responsibility for the in-season dismissal of their coordinator? Might they respond with greater levels of accountability and ferocity?
Just on the basis of possibly heightened determination, could there be improvements?
Not necessarily, Lehman says.
“You may see an initial surge, but if the players haven’t been holding themselves personally accountable up to this point, I wouldn’t expect them all of a sudden to say, ‘Now I’m going to,’ ” Lehman said. “So now, because a coach was let go, a light comes on and you start playing harder?
“If that’s the case, you’re late to the party. That switch should have been flipped (long before now).”
https://www.tulsaworld.com/sportsextra/ousportsextra/bill-haisten-watching-from-upstairs-former-ou-great-teddy-lehman/article_091c7b5e-6590-5f6d-8dd6-0341251903c3.html
ClintAAdams
"“The buck has to stop somewhere. But you have to make the plays that you’re in position to make. "
With the problem being 6 out of the last 7 years and a multitude of players throughout that time, it's physically impossible for it to be the players.
From my understanding, Iowa St. is starting nine 3 star recruits, one two star recruit and 1 walk-on recruit and they have been performing far better. They don't have 11 diamonds in the rough and they don't have 11 hard-working over-achievers, they have 11 players that are well coached and well prepared because of the coaching they are getting.
You have to have the Jimmys and the Joes on the sidelines and in the press box as well.
soonerrick46
Lehman has a point. But if what my sources have been telling me is true, that there was some very upset players on defense saying that some players were still playing without being held accountable for their lack of effort or failure to make plays, then the dismissal of Mike could have a very large effect in the player's own accountability.
K2CSooner
46, what players on defense are your sources talking about? I just broke it down and here's what's happening since the beginning of the season.
Front 5: I can't see anyone here because those positions are rotated heavily to the most part. Plenty of time on the field to rise above anyone ahead of you.
Middle LB's: Bolton replaced Kelly and Murray is the best defensive player we have on the field. He already made on media's All American (mid Season) team.
CB's: Motley has apparently been replaced as a starter by Brown. Norwood is the other and I sure don't see anyone behind him being better.
This leaves Saftey: Barnes is rotating with Haughton. That leaves Bookie and this just might be the one position I can see where someone might be questioning effort, etc.
Well, that's my take on it anyway.....
captnop
How can you expect the kids to be accountable when clearly your DC has never been held accountable for anything ??? I've heard alot of former MS players saying 'I might not be better .. it's the players'. IMO it's how the players react to the coaches. I think it will be better, just because LR is now enforcing some accountability on D where there was none before. No matter how bad OU's D was, the head guy was not going to be fired because his last name was Stoops. Now LR has made it clear, it's all about performance and they are held accountable. OU can't be alot worse than 96th.
soonerBAS
sometimes I think it's not a lack of effort but confusion, sometimes you see guys standing around with that lost look as in do I go here or do I go there and by the time the figure it out the play is over, confused players don't react and attack the way they should. Ruffin has said in interviews he likes to keep things simple, my hope is that we less confusion and more confidence and attacking.
K2C, Kelly, Haughton, Motley, and Bookie. Add that many of the players consider Draper one of the better LBs on the team and he can't get off the scout team.
And as far as the statement by Bolton, I have checked again with my sources who stand by there was quite the argument in the locker room at halftime. It started as Mike and Bolton and evolved into Mike and Riley. Even Bolton admits he stomped out of the locker room. I take a lot of what Bolton said the same as "coach speak".
OUChinaman
..."Draper one of the better LB's on the team and he can't get off the scout team."
Agree. Maybe that will change. Hope so. Would like to see Levi get a fair chance.
Have a gut feeling, an intuitive sense that he might be a difference maker.
OU, OU, OU!!!
OU_Rick
Lehman stated that players were often in position to make plays, but failed to finish. It seems to me that this may have described Bookie (as well as others), but in particular Bookie has seemed in position but soft at the point of attack, perhaps fearful of full contact and taking the ball carrier to the ground.
Soonerrick46, may I ask, what is your assessment of Bookie (and that of your sources)? In my very limited observations, I sense that he has high football IQ and in time will develop into the player many were envisioning.
I didn't buy a line of Bolton's statement. He said what he was supposed to say, not what actually happened.
And I get that, it doesn't do anybody any good and is time to move on. It's been two weeks and coming off a bye, so it's time to roll on.
Manoewar
Mike's firing was a culmination of fielding poor defenses in a league that is not very good at playing defense. I could take any playing that's been mentioned above and replace their name with a roster of others each of the last seven years. Everyone on this board knows that Mikes Stoops time was coming to the end but received and lengthened expiration date due to his brother. LR fully understand that the offences like he has won’t be an every year thing and he was lucky this year. You place Kendall in there and we likely lose to Army and perhaps Iowa State as well. Next year I suspect we will be good but nothing close to what we've seen over the last 4 seasons on offense. With the season not being totally lost this move makes the most sense.
Even if the offense isn't nothing close to what we have seen the last 4 years, it's still going to be a 40+ point per game offense. That I can guarandamntee. And if the defense does noticeably improve, while OU could have a lesser offense, it could be a better overall team. I'm actually not worried about QB next season, not with Riley around, and I think that Anderson will bounce back once again, although it make take him a few games.
Really, the biggest loss I would see on offense is if Brown departs, which is a distinct possibility. The good news is OU keeps getting a Broyles, Shep, Westbrook, Brown, etc. and next season, Lamb will be the predominant target and OU has some great receiver prospects coming in.
I guess what I am trying to say is between what he did with Texas Tech for a single bowl game that he became OC and then his work at ECU turning marginal QBs into very good QBs stat wise and with the resources he now has at Oklahoma, I have zero concerns about the offense going forward.
My biggest concern has been around the defense for awhile now, but it finally has a chance to improve.
Manoewar, you make some good points. However, I have observed that it is human nature to always worry about next year's receivers, qb, etc, etc, and then when next year comes, sometimes they turn out to be a whole lot better than anyone expected. We did that with Baker in the earliest days ("just a mere walkon, you know"), and even, i think, wondered if Kyler would win the job ("head to head, pretty even battle"). The point is that I'm not going to be too quick about discounting the abilities of Kendall, way too early for that. His mobility would likely be more like Baker's, but his passing skills may be better than Kyler's. He's not likely to be counted on to do the amazing things Kyler does with his feet, but he will get the ball to his receivers i think, and let them do what they do, and isn't exactly an orange cone. Also, i didn't think Kyler necessarily looked all that great when inserted in the GA game, but looks pretty special now. Hard to judge a QB when inserted in games for other QBs. If they look good, we sometimes discount it as playing against the second team unit in cleanup duties. However, that said, it doesn't mean he'll turn out as good either. Or that Rattler will win the job. And I'm not suggesting that's what your saying either, or that you disagree with these points. I think he's a good player. Riley will, as he always does, tailor the offense around him to maximize his skills and offensive production. He'll likely have it humming no matter which one of his recruits is at the helm.
OU Rick, Bookie is a Freshman and is playing like a Freshman. He does appear to be just out of position at times and at times isn't even trying to attempt to wrap up. Too many young players in the secondary want to be flashy by making that "knock out" body block instead of tackling. Most learn in time to wrap up, some don't. I think his instincts are good, but it's the transition do DI ball that they all have to make and he is still making. Also, his tweet right after Mike was fired keeps coming to mind. "It makes a difference if you like the coach".
bowhuntr
Mike Stoops must have really been something with the players. Seems like there was no love lost that's for sure.
SoonerSpock
Caleb Kelly and Mike were very close and I am certain Mike was close to many other players. But what the team really needed is for virtually all of the players to respect Mike, his schemes and game plans. That appears to be what was lacking.
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Mix One Measure Of Egotist With One of Nice Guy And You’ve Got Gary Vee – Book Review #ASKGARYVEE
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Book Club review – #ASKGARYVEE by Gary Vaynerchuk
Somehow I’d forgotten I liked Gary Vaynerchuk.
The Irish version of Donald Trump is a man called Bill Cullen. For those of you who aren’t familiar with him, he’s a self-made businessman who played the Trump character in the Irish version of ‘The Apprentice’.
There’s a lot to admire in Bill. He succeeded against all odds, he has ambition and drive. When his businesses failed he picked himself up and started again. But I’m not a Bill Cullen fan, I attended a talk he gave at my local enterprise office whilst he was still riding the Apprentice wave. It became clear to me that he was arrogant and intolerant. He couldn’t see that not everyone could be like him, that we all had different strengths and weaknesses. I admired his success but disliked his attitude.
What’s this got to do with Gary Vaynerchuk?
I’d always liked Gary Vee. I reviewed his last two books on this blog, I even reviewed his appearance at the Dublin Web Summit but at some stage I’d put him in the same basket as Bill Cullen. I’d assumed that as both were loud, brash, self-assured businessmen that they shared the negative qualities that I’d seen in Mr Cullen. But it turns out I was wrong.
Gary Vaynerchuk at Web Summit
When I asked Snapchat and Twitter what my next book club should be people overwhelmingly recommended #ASKGARYVEE * and I have to thank them for that.
#ASKGARYVEE is a collection of questions and answers that have been part of the YouTube video show of the same name. People submit questions they want Gary to answer and he does so on the show.
I found myself enjoying the read. Gary isn’t scared to talk about his weaknesses, he knows he’s a bit of an egotist but he manages to temper this with an understanding that not everyone can be like him. Sometimes his answers are short, even slightly disparaging but all of them open a window into the world of a highly driven and unusual character.
I particularly like the sections that dealt with his struggle with education. It’s so encouraging for young people to see someone who was an academic failure, who doesn’t enjoy reading and whose greatest fear is reading out loud in public be successful.
I usually read business books to learn but this one isn’t just about learning. I find it fascinating to understand what makes someone like Gary Vee tick. How does he keep his energy going? How does he manage the work-life balance? What isn’t he good at? All the answers are in the pages.
It’s also highly quotable. If you grab a marker there are whole sections you could highlight and repeat to people to inspire them or to prove your argument.
Some of my favourite Q&A’s included in the book are:
“How do I create interesting content for a boring product or a stale industry?” See the original answer here.
“People who write essays as their Instagram captions – what the hell are they thinking? We’re there to look at pics, not read endless shit” See his YouTube answer here.
That second one had me laughing out loud, particularly as I’ve written about captioning in detail for AgoraPulse recently. Luckily Gary Vee seemed to fall on my side.
One thing that stands out for me is that Gary Vee wants to be liked, or at least he sees being liked as giving him a business advantage. He’s written about customer service before, he’s written about what it takes to make a customer happy but I’d forgotten. Simple things like referring to business people as ‘she’ as much as ‘he’ got me on side very early on.
Not all of us can be Gary Vee but not all of us would want to either. What you’ll get from this book isn’t a blueprint of how to make money or of how to be Gary Vee but some real inspiration and some affirmation. And if you are like me you’ll find a new warmth for a man who you may have thought was inaccessible.
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Israel must be permitted to crush Hamas
By Michael Oren
Source: Washington Post
Originally published on 07/24/2014
A Palestinian runs in an area damaged in an Israeli airstrike in Gaza City. (Hatem Moussa/AP)
U.N. Secretary General Ban Ki-Moon, Secretary of State John Kerry and the foreign ministers of Great Britain and France all are rushing to achieve a cease-fire between Israel and Hamas. Their motive — to end civilian suffering and restore stability to the area — is noble. The images of the wounded and dead resulting from the conflict are indeed agonizing. However, these senior statesmen can be most helpful now by doing nothing. To preserve the values they cherish and to send an unequivocal message to terrorist organizations and their state sponsors everywhere, Israel must be permitted to crush Hamas in the Gaza Strip.
This is the lesson of previous rounds of fighting between the Israeli Defense Forces and terrorist strongholds. In Lebanon in 2006 and in Gaza in 2008 and again in 2012, Israel responded to rocket attacks on its cities with fierce counteroffensives. Fighting against a deeply dug-in enemy that both blended in with the local population and used it as a shield, Israel’s best efforts to avoid civilian casualties invariably proved limited. Incensed world opinion generated immense pressure on governments to convene the U.N. Security Council and empower human rights organizations to censure Israel and stop the carnage. These measures succeeded where the terrorists’ rockets failed. Israel was compelled to back down.
And the terrorists, though badly mauled, won. Admittedly, their bar for claiming victory was exceptionally low. While Israel must achieve a clear battlefield success to win, the terrorists merely had to survive. But they did more than survive. Under the protection of cease-fires and, in some cases, international peacekeepers, they vastly expanded their arsenals to include more lethal and longer-range missiles. While reestablishing their rule in the streets, they burrowed beneath them to create a warren of bombproof bunkers and assault tunnels. Such measures enabled Hamas, as well asHezbollah, to mount devastating attacks at the time of their choosing, confident that the international community would once again prevent Israel from exacting too heavy a price.
So the cycle continued. Allowed to fight for several weeks, at most, Israel was eventually condemned and hamstrung by cease-fires. The terrorists, by contrast, could emerge from their hideouts and begin to replenish and enhance their stockpiles. That is precisely the pattern established in the second Lebanon War and repeated in Operations Cast Lead and Pillar of Defense in Gaza. Hezbollah and Hamas sustained losses but, rescued and immunized by international diplomacy, they remained in power and became more powerful still. Israel, on the other hand, was forced to defend its right to defend itself. Jihadist organizations no different from the Islamic State and al-Qaeda gained regional legitimacy, while Israel lost it in the world.
The cycle can end, now and decisively. As Operation Protective Edge enters its third week , responsible world leaders can give Israel the time and the leverage it needs to alter Hamas’s calculus. They can let the Israeli army ferret Hamas out of its holes and make it pay a prohibitive cost for its attacks. They can create an outcome in which the organization, even if it remains in Gaza, is defanged and deprived of its heavy arms. Of course, Hamas will resist demilitarization, and more civilians will suffer, but by ending the cycle once and for all thousands of innocent lives will be saved.
Life in Gaza is miserable now, but if Israel is permitted to prevail, circumstances can improve markedly. U.S.- and Canadian-trained security forces of the Palestinian Authority can take over key crossings and patrol Gaza’s porous border with Egypt. Rather than be funneled into Hamas’s war chest, international aid can be transferred directly to the civilian population to repair war damage and stimulate economic growth. Terrorist groups and their state patrons can be put on notice: The game has changed unalterably.
And by letting Israel regain its security with regard to Gaza — with all the pain it entails — the United States and its allies will be safeguarding their own. Though bitter, the fighting between Israel and Hamas raging in Gaza’s alleyways is merely part of the far vaster struggle between rational nations and the al-Qaeda and Islamic State-like forces seeking their destruction. Relative to that global conflict, Operation Protective Edge may seem small, but it is nevertheless pivotal. To ensure that it concludes with a categorical Israeli win is in the world’s fundamental interest. To guarantee peace, this war must be given a chance.
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SPME Statement on DePaul Faculty Council’s Censure of Jason Hill’s Article
By SPME
SPME deplores the recent Faculty Council of DePaul University’s vote to censure an article by Prof. Jason Hill, advocating the Israeli annexation of the West Bank. Regardless of how one feels about Hill’s extreme policy recommendations, his treatment at the hands of his colleagues was at once deeply unfair, counterproductive, and anti-intellectual. The censure, despite its insistence on respecting academic freedom, surrendered to demands of the public-shaming squads that increasingly dominate campus politics, especially when it concerns discussion of Israel and the Palestinians. Far from a blow for academic freedom and decency, this Faculty-Council initiative represents one more brick in a cognitive edifice that systematically excludes a wide range of both opinion and fact by branding it hate speech, or merely “views not representative of the [U of Cambridge] student body… not a valuable contribution to the University.” Worse, the move was done at the demand of student groups who practice some of the most virulent hate speech, and advocate for groups who regularly deploy genocidal hate speech. For progressive forces that treasure tolerance and inclusion, this censure was a massive own-goal.
SPME critiques:
The Abuse of Procedures in order to force the censure through. The chair of the Faculty Council, Scott Paeth, wrote and proposed the censure. Rather than therefore recusing himself, he violated the parliamentary rules to rush it through with minimal discussion. Since one of the avowed goals of the censure motion was to advance “conversations that advance social justice,” it hardly seems fitting for a democratic, academic institution to set such a poor example for how to act fairly.
The designation of an opinion as unacceptable because it offends some people’s sensibilities. The resolution invokes AAUP Principles about “respect for the opinion of others,” and censures Hill for his “the real harm his words have caused to students and other members of our community.” The word “real” here is most problematic, since the “harm” spoken of was the hurt feelings of students who claim the article “made it difficult for Arabs, Palestinians, Muslims and other marginalized groups to feel safe on campus and freely register for classes,” and that “his comments create unsafe and uncomfortable spaces.” Anyone who treasures freedom, like the scholar, has learned to have a thick skin.
The failure to educate the student body about the rules and manners of academia (i.e., the place of free speech). Actors with intellectual integrity would have responded student complaints about their hurt feelings from their outraged reading of text with a lesson in a) how to read carefully without imposing meaning on the text (exegesis ), and b) how to deal constructively and with dignity to criticism, even harsh criticism. That would have shown the commitment to academic freedom and worthy conversations the faculty council’s statement claims to hold dear. That would have been the lesson learned from the Andrew Pessin case at Connecticut College in 2015 – were there a learning curve among today’s “woke” faculty.
The invocation of factual inaccuracy and poor scholarship to attack this opinion piece. The Faculty Council resolution characterized Hill’s work as “factually incorrect,” “shoddy research,” that does “liv[e] up to his responsibilities as [a] member of the academic community.” Scott Paeth’s blogpost claims Hill had abandoned even “any pretense of allegiance to the facts of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, its history, the status of international law, principles of human rights, or even principles of sound argumentation.” As far as he, and apparently other signers of the letter, are concerned, Hill’s piece is not just nasty, it was wrong, intellectually deficient, deserving censure. This accusation, also leveled at Amy Wax at University Pennsylvania law school colleagues, confuses a paradigmatic take (post-colonial analysis) for reality; and rejects even thinking about, much less discussing the importance of the (abundant) anomalous evidence and alternative approaches. Indeed, as in the case of the attack on the issue of Israel Studies dedicated to “word crimes,” people who contributed to the substitution of advocacy for scholarship in the first place, then accused their critics of bad scholarship.
Behind Hill’s assertions about Palestinian political culture, including its “abysmal and inferior” standing by any progressive standards, lies a mountain of deeply disturbing “hard” evidence, most often ignored by the news media. Hill’s opponents seem to have adopted a post-colonial, Palestinian narrative, as a depiction of factual reality and those who disagree, as dishonest reprobates. This confusion of a paradigmatic “take” for “objective reality”, of “opinion for facts,” not only makes it impossible to think clearly about the real world, but such an anti-intellectual approach can only survive where authoritarians marginalize those who insist on paying attention to the anomalies.
The final call for repentance. The petition ends with a call to Prof. Hill to repent of his ways and undergo reeducation: The Faculty Council urges Professor Hill to seriously reconsider his positions on these issues, to take cognizance of the perspectives of other scholars on these issues, as well as the real harm his words have caused to students and other members of our community, and to refrain from abusing his freedom as a scholar in writing on controversial issues in the future
The outrage of students, here affirmed by the faculty, means that Prof. Hill, like many before him, has been stigmatized, publicly shamed – “Jason Hill, you can’t hide, we know you want genocide!” – and effectively banished from polite academic company. Those so denounced have their career trajectories cut off, their audience of colleagues drastically reduced. The censure resolution assumes the moral superiority of its own side (those good faculty who do worry about students’ feelings), and considers Hill a miscreant in need of re-education before the scholarly community will let him back in their good graces. Few statements better illustrate how hollow the much-protested concern for freedom of speech.
This incident is hardly isolated. Staged moral emergencies, in which students stampede faculties into taking their side, are a highly effective and widespread practice. At work here, as elsewhere on Western campuses, is a curious combination of a modern and post-modern discourse which ironically produces a pre-modern result. On the one hand, faculty speaking a modern, objectivist, discourse (“facts” “accuracy” “scholarship”), and students wielding a post-modern discourse (“hurt feelings” “safe-spaces” “outrage”), both proclaiming their commitment to stopping hate speech and promoting social justice, end up undermining diversity: in the name of “inclusivity and… amplifying marginal voices,” they accept as moral guides and leaders, a pre-modern group that shows no concern or respect for those who disagree with them – indeed make them feel very unsafe – that is dedicated to a tribal (zero-sum) definition of justice in which the “evil enemy” is punished indeed eliminated). We end up with the tribal group accusing their designated enemies of the very things that the political movements they support openly espouse: hate speech, racism, genocidal rantings, xenophobia and anti-Semitism. And so, the very academics who read hate speech into the work of a defender of Israel, “objectively” if not intentionally, promote a discourse radically rooted in a genocidal hatred of Israel and any Jew or non-Jew who supports her.
Given the above, SPME urges the faculty of DePaul to:
Repeal this censure if only on procedural grounds.
Make a statement about civility rather than rebarbarization, especially the importance of being able to take criticism with composure, and not giving in to social-media driven public shaming campaigns that seek to marginalize and exclude.
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Legal decision makes it legal for private investigators to use aerial surveillance drones
Today aerial photographers and film makers celebrate a Judges recent decision lifting the ban on the commercial use of drones. Private investigators are using drones after legal ruling or at least our agency is. Drones are a much needed tool for pre-surveillance, litigation support and evidence collection. The next battle for drone owners is the public fear that drones will be used to spy on them. I would like to be the first to say that the vast majority of the drones being used today such as the DJI Phantom (a quadcopter) will never be an issue. Here are three good reasons why:
Drones require a great deal of battery power to fly. As such the more payload you add in the form of cameras, gimbals and transmitters, the less flying time you get. The average is about 8 minutes which includes takeoff, flying to its destination, returning to home, and landing.
The most widely used camera attached to these drones are the GoPro, which has a very wide angle fixed lens. Even if you use its narrowest setting the party with privacy concerns would be quite small. It’s essentially the same view you would get from zooming in on Google earth which is already widely used by private investigators and the legal community. Can’t see anyone with pockets deep enough to raise this issue with Google.
Drones use electric motors and props to obtain lift. This makes drones quite noisy. The larger the drone the higher it would need to be in efforts to be stealthy. The higher the drone the smaller the subject or details of the subject. Yes, a zoom lens could be used with a larger camera. However, that would be a larger payload. As such you would need more motors, props, and bigger batteries. In the same a larger drone (such as a Hexacopter or Octocopter) would be easier to both see and hear. A drone capable of “spying” on you would cost about $5,000 t0 $10,000. Military drones cost millions. The best angle to obtain usable clamant surveillance footage for insurance or workmen’s compensation investigations will always be from the ground.
Privacy advocates use the term “surveillance drones” to paint a very broad stroke in efforts to mislead the public. They want the public to believe a retail drone has the capability of a military drone. This is not the case. As private investigators we often provide litigation support to attorney’s and insurance companies. Here are some examples of how our private investigators are using surveillance drones after the court ruling:
As previously stated Google earth is a valuable tool to the private investigator. The problem with using Google earth is you have no idea when the image was taken. You can’t prove in court that the image(s) were never altered. Drones allow the private investigator real time imagery they could become a business record which they can validate in court. That being said, aerial drone imagery can be used to with Google Earth to demonstrate how the topology changed over time. For example we used Google earth and ariel photography on a case in Apollo Beach Florida to show how construction vehicles had damaged county side walks which may have caused a jogger to trip and fall. The evidence most likely assisted the attorney in joining the construction company and the home owner into the law suit.
Law enforcement and private investigators often do accident reconstruction. Drones would allow the investigator the ability to document everything exactly as it came to rest in as close to real time as possible. Drones can also be used to document construction sites, sink holes or disaster areas such as Katrina or the Jersey shore.
Private investigators and recovery agents can now use aerial drones to locate property that may be hidden in a persons backyard the same way law enforcement uses helicopters to search for marijuana grow fields.
Drones also make a great pre-surveillance tool. Often in rural areas man made roads don’t appear on maps. The drone can help determine the routes available to your subject. They are also a safer alternative for the investigator, to the extent he can fly over the subjects home to determine what if any vehicles are present and their make and model. The view is not as good as Google street view, and it will prevent you from being shot for accidently trespassing.
Drones offer a cheaper alternative to hiring a pilot or chartering a plane. When it comes to litigation support drones have the potential to lower litigation cost. Now that a judge has made the use of drones legal for commercial use, attorney’s can now admit their imagery and footage into evidence.
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Dragon Quest VIII: Journey of the Cursed King, known in Europe as Dragon Quest: The Journey of the Cursed King and in Japan as Dragon Quest VIII: Sora to Umi to Daichi to Norowareshi Himegimi (lit. "Dragon Quest VIII: The Sky, the Ocean, the Earth, and the Cursed Princess"), is a role-playing game developed by Level-5 and published by Square Enix for the PlayStation 2 home video game console. It is the eighth installment of the popular Dragon Quest series (formerly known as the Dragon Warrior series). It is the first English version of a Dragon Quest game to drop the Dragon Warrior title.
Dragon Quest VIII uses cel-shading textures for the characters and scenery, and unlike the previous installments battles are not limited to a first person perspective, instead showing all characters in the player's party. It has enjoyed much success since its release, particularly in Japan where it sold more than 3 million copies in its first week on sale.
A survey conducted in 2006 by the magazine Famitsu earned the game the #4 spot as the best video game of all time after Final Fantasy X, Final Fantasy VII and Dragon Quest III.
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The dignity of marriage: Gays on the wrong side of history
Posted on 14 July 2015 by scottlong1980
Angel of history: Angelus Novus by Paul Klee (1920), not quite as seen by Walter Benjamin
I. Tears
Of course I cried. I cried because these nine antiquarian arbiters in funeral garb – five of them anyway, each looking about as forward-thinking and progressive as a constipated grandparent – informed me at last that I am part of this Great Community they help to govern. I cried too for the past, for all those years I never imagined this was possible, as if their words rather than repealing that suffering put it exactly in its place, just so, part of a long injustice necessary in some consoling theodicy so that justice could ultimately be done. I cried because I remembered when Bowers v Hardwick was handed down, 29 years ago. Back then five of the nine said I should go to jail, because “The Constitution does not confer a fundamental right upon homosexuals to engage in sodomy.” It was the last day of June. I spent that Fourth of July holiday holed up in a Cambridge apartment with my queer friend Charlie Fulton, getting drunk all day because we couldn’t tear ourselves from the TV; that was Liberty Weekend, the centenary of that old welcoming statue, and there were fireworks in New York harbor and endless blather about freedom and inclusion and Reagan intoning that “someday every people and every nation of the world will know the blessings of liberty.” Except us.
Not everyone invited: Time magazine cover, July 14, 1986
I cried ten years later when they decided Romer v Evans – “A State cannot so deem a class of persons a stranger to its laws.’ I cried eight years after that when they decided Lawrence v Texas, and told me I didn’t need to go to jail after all. Of course I cried again this time. I cried because I was tired of crying. There had been too many tears.
Too many tears; yet tears are insufficient. Marriage ought to be an adult state. You can’t just think about it from the bruised vantage of’ your youthful alienations. The gay movement in the US makes a massive fetish of childhood: bullied kids, suicidal kids, kids in desperate need of role models. Why? Not just because of others’ terrible stories but because, for lots of us, childhood is where we cried our hardest tears, suffered our deepest wounds. Yet if your wonder years were your worst, it’s because for you, it got better. Those who feel that way are the lucky who emerged alive and prospered; left home, made it to a good school, won a plum job at an NGO or the New York Times, acquired a spouse, kids of their own, a house with a deck, a dog. A rich and happy adulthood sets you apart from the unprivileged whose losses persisted longer: those in jail for sex work or in immigration detention, those rejected by landlords or lovers or their own children, those who can’t get a job or health insurance, those who die young – younger than they ever should, but not young enough to qualify as poster kids, not young enough to have the prized and perfect innocence of childhood.
The week after the Supreme Court decision, the big issue in Gay World wasn’t what we’d fight next – job discrimination? violence? It was a photo of a 10-year-old boy, crying (so the caption said) because “I’m homosexual, and I’m afraid about what my future will be and that people won’t like me.” It went viral after Hillary Clinton herself stepped in to reassure him, on Facebook, ‘Your future is going to be amazing.” This said little about the kid, or Clinton, but lots about American gay men. Their torrent of identification, a flood that obliterated questions (was the photo real? Could a 10-year-old really consent to having it posted?), came because they saw themselves as that vulnerable child, under the cracked shell of adults whose movement had just won a historic triumph. It also revealed a vision of politics. Their president isn’t supposed to be a grownup speaking to grownups, someone you negotiate or argue with; the ideal president is an indulgent parent, patting your head and crooning There, there. Such infantilization not just of selves but of a whole social movement is strange. Why should Frank Bruni, resident gay at the sober New York Times, filter his whole hazy, sentimental reaction to the Supreme Court’s ukase through “one 12-year-old boy” (“He has noticed that his heart beats faster not for girls but for other boys, and the sensation is as lonely and terrifying as it is intense”)?
This is memory politics, Proust mixed uneasily with Martin Luther King. Our rights are about more than our unhappy childhoods. They speak to our maturity, our lives now. Marriage is not just a kiss the State bestows to make it better. We are not wounded children needing solace, but adults whose lives have already taken shape. It’s in the frame of our grown-up decisions and defeats that we must measure what we’ve won, what marriage really means.
II. Recognition
The marriage man: Justice Kennedy
So I turned to the decision itself. What did those nine constipated guardians say to us? When I downloaded Obergefell v Hodges, the first thing that sprang out at me, honest to God, was this footnote:
People may choose to marry or not to marry. The decision to do so does not make one person more “noble” than another. And the suggestion that Americans who choose not to marry are inferior to those who decide to enter such relationships is specious.
That’s a good point, I thought, and wondered how it fit into Justice Kennedy’s argument. Then I realized it was from Clarence Thomas’s dissent — responding to Kennedy’s suggestion “that marriage confers ’nobility’ on individuals.”
To agree with Thomas makes me want to scrub myself. Yet it points to a problem with Kennedy’s writing, variously condemned, even by his supporters, as “gauzy,” “vague,” or “muddled.” His verbiage is a forest seemingly uncharted by any dictionary, where terms like “nobility,” “dignity,” “liberty” roam without the taming governance of definitions. It’s like being in Jurassic Park, with large words lumbering menacingly through the undergrowth; you can take their pictures, but you can’t get close enough to find out what they mean. Non-lawyers, if they like the end result, enjoy the rousing rhetoric. Lawyers, even lefty ones, may secretly sympathize with Justice Scalia, whose scurrilous dissent said of one Kennedy sentence that “The Supreme Court of the United States has descended from the disciplined legal reasoning of John Marshall and Joseph Story to the mystical aphorisms of the fortune cookie.”
Waiter, there’s a Kennedy in my cookie: Justice Scalia
Kennedy’s opinions sometimes seem not so much at odds with precedent as at an angle to it. Over the last hundred or so years, American law developed set ways of determining whether unequal treatment is lawful. These are the famous three levels of review: rational basis (for evaluating the intrusiveness of economic regulation, for instance); intermediate scrutiny (for discrimination claims based on gender); strict scrutiny (for claims based on race). In rational-basis review, courts are very deferential to what the state is doing; in higher levels of scrutiny, states need to show they have an “important” or “compelling” interest in classifying people – and they often fail. Kennedy’s decisions on sexual orientation mostly avoid referring to these standards at all. He resembles an autist savant who refuses to use either long division or short division, but solves math problems by staring at his knee. Maybe he’s right, but students learn nothing from the way he got there.
Animus in California: How the Grinch stole marriage
Instead of scrutiny, Kennedy introduces the idea of “animus”: when laws treat people differently based on pure dislike. Any restriction based on animus is impermissible. The problem is, though, that legislators and – especially – lower courts need to fit Kennedy’s precedents, and his language on “animus,” back into the standards of scrutiny they still use to make decisions. Obergefell strongly suggests that sexual-orientation discrimination should receive strict scrutiny, but as Scott Lemieux writes, “Kennedy inexplicably refuses to say so.” His reticence
leaves open the legal possibility that marriage is the only form of discrimination against same-sex people that is covered by the 14th Amendment. But LGBT people face many other types of discrimination – in public accommodations and in employment, for example – that now may have to be fought out case by never-ending case in the lower courts.
It seems improbable that those other discriminations will finally pass muster. But the lawyers who grouse about Kennedy’s vagueness will earn lots of money from the confusion; and the non-lawyers who celebrate should realize this sweeping decision is less sweeping than it could have been.
In fact, I am not sure that Kennedy is muddled. “Animus,” which flowered in Kennedy’s writing before marriage became an issue, nonetheless seems to capture something essential to the marriage struggles, and perhaps to some other contemporary forms of discrimination. If I pass an old-style law that makes it harder for black people to get jobs, it’s clear what I want: for white people to get more jobs. With the rash of anti-marriage amendments, it’s different: no one ever believed that less marriage for the gays would mean more to go around for others. It’s not discrimination that benefits anybody. The aim was solely to say to gays and lesbians, You don’t belong.
In targeting You don’t belong laws, Kennedy is constructing a jurisprudence about dignity and symbolic slights, where the intent of the legislation is crucial. This is a jurisprudence for a politics of recognition, in the terms that Nancy Fraser has made famous. Fraser drew a distinction between two visions of justice, dividing “the forces of progressive politics” into “two camps.” An older vision of “redistribution” draws on “traditions of egalitarian, labor and socialist organizing”; “political actors aligned with this orientation seek a more just allocation of resources and goods.” On the other side, the proponents of “recognition” talk about diversity and difference. They don’t want goods or benefits; they want respect. It’s a politics more attuned to symbolic insult than material inequality. And
the language of distribution is less salient today. … Claims for the recognition of difference now drive many of the world’s social conflicts, from campaigns for national sovereignty and subnational autonomy, to battles around multiculturalism… They have also become predominant within social movements such as feminism, which had previously foregrounded the redistribution of resources. Why do so many movements couch their claims in the idiom of recognition?
Hold that question. Enough for now that Kennedy couches his decision in that idiom: he addresses people who want not resources and benefits, but respect and solace. He largely imagines intangible rewards, hence the cloudy ungraspablity of his nouns; but his arguments are philosophically intelligible even if not always legally clear.
III. Liberty
Iconologia depicting the Allegory of Liberty, by Cesare Ripa (c. 1560 – c. 1622)
Liberty is one of Anthony Kennedy’s biggest words. As he pulls out the organ-stops it swells to an anthropological attribute rather than a political value: every person’s ability not just to do things but to decide who they are.
The Constitution promises liberty to all within its reach, a liberty that includes certain specific rights that allow persons, within a lawful realm, to define and express their identity.
(This is the sentence that drew Scalia’s scorn above; but if I found that in my fortune cookie, I’d be happy.) Kennedy’s most important lines, perhaps, are those where he draws an expansive picture of the ways that liberty is implicated in the intimate realm of life:
Like choices concerning contraception, family relationships, procreation, and childrearing, all of which are protected by the Constitution, decisions concerning marriage are among the most intimate that an individual can make.
Elevating autonomy and choice this way is powerful. It underpins what is, for lawyers, probably the most unsettling part of Kennedy’s opinion: his preference for using a substantive due process argument, rather than an equal protection one. Substantive due process is one of the most controversial doctrines in American law. It is an interpretation of the Fourteenth Amendment that conservatives and liberals alike have used to identify rights — “liberties” — not specifically enumerated in the Constitution. For Kennedy, the liberty to marry is one of of these. The framers didn’t mention it; but surely it must be in our founding document, mute yet essential. Whereas an equal protection argument contends the state should treat everyone equally — if some can marry, all should be able to — a substantive due process approach holds, with different emphasis, that marriage is so silently fundamental no one should be denied it. Equal protection would allow a government, in principle, to deny marriage equally to everybody across the board. But if marriage is a substantive due process right, it’s inescapable: states must let people marry. Lots of lawyers mistrust this sleight of hand and the stealth freedoms it uncovers. But it’s quite consistent with Kennedy’s belief that what’s at stake in same-sex marriage – and in LGBT rights in general – is less protecting equality than respecting every person’s decision-making power.
It’s this way of conceiving liberty that Clarence Thomas despises. He returns to old sources to assert a minimalist liberty as simple “freedom from physical restraint.” In its narrowest sense – he’s citing Blackstone here –
“liberty” most likely refers to “the power of loco-motion, of changing situation, or removing one’s person to whatsoever place one’s own inclination may direct; without imprisonment or restraint, unless by due course of law.”
“Or” – he’s in the library again – “as one scholar put it in 1776, “[T]he common idea of liberty is merely negative.” In the marriage cases, nobody kept anybody from going anywhere. “Petitioners cannot claim, under the most plausible definition of ‘liberty,’ that they have been imprisoned or physically restrained.” Nothing to see here; move along.
Isaiah Berlin: Are you telling me I am not free to smoke here?
This is, in fact, a very old dispute. Thomas’ cantankerousness clarifies what Kennedy is talking about. Thomas defends negative liberty, as Isaiah Berlin classically defined it: “By being free in this sense I mean not being interfered with by others. “ A long philosophical tradition distinguishes this from positive liberty, which conveys not only absence of restraint but the capacity for action, the possession of personal power. Berlin wrote:
The “positive” sense of the word “liberty” derives from the wish on the part of the individual to be his own master. I wish my decisions to depend on myself, not on external forces of whatever kind. … I wish to be a subject, not an object; to be moved by reasons, by conscious purposes, which are my own, not by causes which affect me, as it were, from outside. I wish to be a doer – deciding, not being decided for, self-directed and not acted upon by external nature or by other men.
The two definitions can shade into one another, but they are different. In the one, liberty is solitude; in the other it is sovereignty. In the frame of European history, negative liberty is the freedom of the freed serf or the masterless man, no longer tied to the land. Positive liberty is the freedom of the master, endowed with authority and means to work his will in the world.
Kennedy is emphatically a partisan of positive liberty. His arguments draw strength from its strengths: its concern, for instance, for what governments and societies must do to enable independent and competent choices. His opinions are also endangered by its weaknesses. Isaiah Berlin has traced better than any other thinker the paradoxes of positive liberty: the way its exaltation of human capacities can turn into a proscriptive mandate that those capacities be properly used.
Positive liberty behaving negatively: Libertas Americana by Esprit-Antoine Gibelin (1783)
Negative liberty draws a veil over what you do with your freedom; it leaves you alone, and it’s unconcerned about the consequences as long as you leave others alone too. Positive liberty, though, closes no curtains. It presupposes that, given freedom, you will act. The question of how, of what uses you propose for this enabled freedom, becomes urgent. Left to themselves, humans will do and choose different things. Yet this offends against a belief that both values and society should be rational. Shouldn’t real self-mastery, sovereignty over the self, be the discipline of choosing the right thing, not the wrong?
Positive liberty tends to collapses into monism, as Berlin says, “the faith in a single criterion”: the belief there is one overriding value people ought to be pursuing, one that redeems their power to choose by its syllogistic superiority as a choice. In this vision
the rational ends of our “true” natures must coincide, or be made to coincide, however, violently our poor, ignorant, desire-ridden, passionate, empirical selves may cry out against this process … Kant tells us that when “the individual has entirely abandoned his wild, lawless freedom, to find it again, unimpaired, in a state of dependence according to law,”’ that alone is true freedom, “for this dependence is the work of my own will acting as a lawgiver.” Liberty, so far from being incompatible with authority, becomes virtually identical with it.
That way lies “the vivisection of human societies into some fixed pattern dictated by our fallible understanding of a largely imaginary past or a wholly imaginary future.”
If Kennedy’s understanding of liberty risks sanctifying certain choices over others, it is a fortuity perhaps increased by his use of substantive due process. One reading of substantive due process doctrine is that if certain rights didn’t actually get enumerated in the Constitution, it must be because they were so fundamental and obvious that the framers saw no need to mention them. Kennedy comes very close to saying this about marriage. If a right is that basic to being American, or human, then woe betide anyone who doesn’t use it.
How much does Kennedy’s idea of liberty remain neutral about the values people choose? How much does it regress into the faith that “All values can be graded on one scale, so that it is a mere matter of inspection to determine the highest” – and that true liberty consists in choosing the highest?
IV. Dignity
Iconologia depicting the Allegory of Dignity, by Cesare Ripa (c. 1560 – c. 1622)
Dignity is another of Kennedy’s grandest words, and nowhere more than in deciding whether the government will give gays “the basic dignity of recognizing” their marriages. For Kennedy, the greatest injustice lesbians and gays have suffered is a continuous insult to their human dignity. Over generations, he writes,
many persons did not deem homosexuals to have dignity in their own distinct identity. A truthful declaration by same-sex couples of what was in their hearts had to remain unspoken. Even when a greater awareness of the humanity and integrity of homosexual persons came in the period after World War II, the argument that gays and lesbians had a just claim to dignity was in conflict with both law and widespread social conventions.
And dignity is especially at stake in the state’s regulation of couples, for “There is dignity in the bond between two men or two women who seek to marry and in their autonomy to make such profound choices.”
Dignity is also another word Kennedy abjures defining. Nor is it a clear term of art in US jurisprudence, though Kenji Yoshino finds that the Supreme Court has used it in more than 900 opinions, and that — predictably, in an age of recognition — “its use of the word has increased.” Kennedy is “particularly drawn to it,” Yoshino writes. “When Justice Kennedy ascribes dignity to an entity, that entity generally prevails.”
Yet, as Leslie Meltzer Henry observes, for a word so often bandied about in constitutional law, “its importance, meaning, and function are commonly presupposed but rarely articulated.” Henry considers its legal uses diverse, flexible, “dynamic and context-driven.” This is a way of saying “vague.” The vagueness allows Clarence Thomas to claim that Kennedy sees dignity solely as something the government gives you. Maintaining to the contrary that dignity is innate, Thomas heads into an already notorious peroration:
[H]uman dignity cannot be taken away by the government. Slaves did not lose their dignity (any more than they lost their humanity) because the government allowed them to be enslaved. … The government cannot bestow dignity, and it cannot take it away.
Dignity: Head of a Roman, 1st century BCE
Kennedy’s own idea of dignity is in fact evident enough, and stands on firmer philosophical ground than Thomas. He doesn’t see it as a state endowment, but neither does he treat it as some mystic quiddity or innere Emigration that even slavery can’t strip away. Dignity is closely connected with his philosophy of liberty as choice. The question is whether it’s threatened by the same dangers: whether his reliance on the word and concept risks undermining the legal framework of freedom he is trying to advance.
Some potted history here is useful. “Dignity” comes from the Latin dignitas, itself derived from the noun decus, which means honor, glory, or distinction — and also ornament, as in medal or decoration. Another of its descendants in English is “decent.” In Latin, writes Mette Lebech, dignitas was a function of one’s status:
In the Roman Republic as well as in the succeeding Empire, Dignitas was the standing of the one who commanded respect, whether because of his political, military or administrative achievements.
To Rome, dignity marked out difference within a hierarchy, and this remained its core meaning through the Middle Ages. The notion of dignity as a quality of all humans, detached from any particular class or role, only fully emerged in the Renaissance. Its most eloquent articulation was by the 15th-century philosopher Pico della Mirandola, in his immensely famous oration On the Dignity of Man. Dignity lay in the universal human capacity to choose and change, to decide about yourself, to shift your very status on the great Chain of Being:
The happiness of man! To man it is allowed to be whatever he chooses to be! As soon as an animal is born, it brings out of its mother’s womb all that it will ever possess. … [But to] Man, when he entered life, the Father gave the seeds of every kind and every way of life possible. He fashions and transforms himself into any fleshly form and assumes the character of any creature whatsoever.
Not, however, a dignified hat: Pico della Mirandola, by Cristofano dell’Altissimo (1525-1605)
Clearly this is ancestral to how Kennedy regards dignity; and it also suggests how he links dignity to liberty. For Kennedy, liberty includes being able to choose who we are or will become, shaping our identities rather than just taking what’s given. Dignity comes when these choices can be acted on, witnessed, and recognized. This is an understanding of human dignity employed by philosophers to the present day. I often cite Tzvetan Todorov’s remarkable study of moral life in Hitler’s concentration camps; he sees dignity as the capacity to “act out the strength of one’s own will, to exert through one’s initiative some influence, however minimal, on one’s surroundings. … It is not enough simply to decide to acquire dignity: that decision must give rise to an act that is visible to others (even if they are not actually there to see it).” The univers concentrationnaire was geared and calibrated to destroy this capacity. To decide and to act on a decision in the camps often meant: to decide to die. Yet for many, preserving some small area where dignified action was possible gave life its only meaning. For some, their last act of dignity was the only one by which they would be remembered.
In Kennedy’s marriage opinion, though, dignity plays a peculiar role. “The right to personal choice regarding marriage is inherent in the concept of individual autonomy,” he writes. But he doesn’t stop there. The “choice regarding marriage” isn’t neutral. The “centrality of marriage to the human condition” makes it far more than just an option. The dignity of marriage seems not to open possibilities, but to dictate one above all.
The prose is full of fulsome praise for people who decide one way rather than the other. “No union is more profound than marriage, for it embodies the highest ideals of love, fidelity, devotion, sacrifice, and family. In forming a marital union, two people become something greater than once they were.” Indeed, marrying boosts your dignity: “The lifelong union of a man and a woman always has promised nobility and dignity to all persons, without regard to their station in life.”
From their beginning to their most recent page, the annals of human history reveal the transcendent importance of marriage. … Marriage is sacred to those who live by their religions and offers unique fulfillment to those who find meaning in the secular realm. Its dynamic allows two people to find a life that could not be found alone … Rising from the most basic human needs, marriage is essential to our most profound hopes and aspirations.
And so on. It’s like Sondheim’s Company sung by the Mormon Tabernacle Choir. With all this noise, how can any dignified person decide against marrying?
“Being Alive” from Company, sung by Anthony Kennedy and the Supremes
One can see in the contrast with reproductive rights how heavily weighted a choice marriage is to Kennedy. He calls decisions about contraception and procreation “among the most intimate that an individual can make,” and “protected by the Constitution.” These words posit procreating and not-procreating as equivalent, neutral choices, veiled by their intimacy and importance from legal and moral valuation. Indeed, the right to contraception was only established in American law through long struggles asserting it was not less dignified, not less moral or proper, than becoming pregnant. But Kennedy offers no equivalent opposite to choosing marriage. He wastes no words praising the dignity of the single life. Not to elect marriage, he says, is “to be condemned to live in loneliness, excluded from one of civilization’s oldest institutions.”
Kennedy and the concepts he uses are divided, torn. His idea of liberty as self-determination collapses back toward the belief that some decisions are better than others, because they show the self’s mastery over what is irrational and wrong. His idea of dignity is the means for the implosion: it folds inadvertently into an older sense that some life-ways are superior in their rationality and rightfulness. Dignity-as-choice melts back into dignity-as-distinction. Kennedy obfuscates the difference while keeping them shoehorned in the same word.
And this again raises the question: does the dignity Kennedy reads in marriage reflect what it means to you, to me, to the society he writes for?
V. The Wrong Side of History
Angels of history: Meme from Freedom to Marry, a US NGO
Kennedy talks about liberty and choice; but backhandedly he introduces the idea that some choices are better, more dignified, more “transcendent” than others. His libertarian language jars gratingly with a uncritical and coercive adulation of one particular life decision, marriage.
Frustrating Kennedy’s incoherence may be, but it isn’t accidental. It inheres in the philosophical roots of his terminology. His idea of “liberty” is historically prone to elevating certain uses of freedom above others. Above all, though, Kennedy’s legacy is a jurisprudence of recognition. “Dignity” is essential to it; the injustices he finds especially intolerable, the animus-driven laws he condemns, deny the desires of people to be recognized in their dignity, with the identities and lives they’ve made. Dignity entails decision-making power for Kennedy. But an older, hierarchical implication keeps peeping through. And when attached to marriage the word turns invidious, augmenting the dignity of some – while leaving other choices, other relationships, rhetorically in the ditch.
The twinned themes of dignity and recognition have, through marriage, become integral to gay politics. In the US as in other countries, the whole campaign for marriage has revolved round recognition, the affirmation of dignity rather than the allocation of benefits. The financial and material aspects of marriage might be crucial to actual people, and were sometimes vital to litigation (inheritance-tax rights, for instance, were central to the 2013 Windsor decision), but were downplayed by general agreement throughout the struggle, in favor of a greeting-card emphasis on “love” and its starved aspiration for due respect. Other LGBT needs that had clear material implications or implied redistributing goods or services (employment protections, or housing rights, or palpable and particular rights of citizenship like having your ID reflect who you are) were told to wait, while a goal constructed in symbolic and immaterial terms moved to the head of the line.
This preference for symbolism is pervasive in gay life now; it shows even in small ways. It’s fascinating that the gays go gaga over Ruth Bader Ginsberg, a judge of great intellectual power but one who has largely ceded the field of sexual orientation to Justice Kennedy. It’s because, unlike Kennedy (taciturn, undemonstrative, and unfriendly to unicorns), when she leaves the courtroom she says nice things about them, and even presides over same-sex weddings. She offers recognition, which is even more important somehow than tangible victories on the bench.
I’m not so much criticizing this strategy as asking what happens next. People are already hawking their ideas for “new priorities” for the US LGBT movement (though some precipitately want to shut it down completely); but there’s little discussion about how you can wrench it back to a focus on material goals, when the whole movement has gone off in pursuit of the ghostly allurements of symbolic affirmation. And there’s little concern that “dignity” too can be a zero-sum game, with denigration as its reverse side. The respect your decisions gain can tacitly deepen disrespect for others’.
Kennedy’s inflation of marriage into a “transcendent” choice is already echoing. It gives rise to a sudden burst of judgmental Comstockery among gay people, as though a little government attention turned them all into Southern Baptist preachers (hypocrisy included). Take, for instance, this month’s reactions to the word that the black sheep of the Palin clan was pregnant again “out of wedlock.” The gays were indignant; their first week into wedlock, and already they think anybody outside it must be a crack whore. I can’t tell you how strange it feels to see this meme all over the Internet – stranger, too, when gay friends who I know have spent their nights on Grindr flaunt it on their Facebook pages:
This moralistic misogyny should be beneath the dignity of people who recently suffered from the same censorious opprobrium. I think Neil Patrick Harris is a nice person and Bristol Palin is not. I know, though, that neither their sex lives nor her single status have anything to do with how good they’ll be as parents. And I’m as sure as I am of anything on earth that a human rights movement enlisted in the slut-shaming brigade has nothing, zero, to do with human rights any more.
If the gays are acting blind as any right-wing pundit, it’s paradoxically the right-wingers who see clearly the multiple ways people define relationships now – even if they only invoke this variety as a drone target for their Jeremiads.
Ideal marriage (dogs and pheasants optional, child included): Queen Victoria and Prince Albert, painted by Sir Edwin Landseer (1843)
Consider this question: are there legal means by which the state could, and should, recognize relationships with multiple partners? The gays (and many nice, liberal supporters) wax furious if anyone suggests this might be a logical extension of the liberties in marriage: as if, having gone two-by-two into the ark, they want to hoist the gangway and let the three-way perverts drown. What’s astonishing is to see the liberals categorically deny that such relationships exist in modern societies at all. Justice Alito brought it up during the marriage hearing, trying to imagine polygamy in a contemporary context: for instance, “four people, two men and two women — it’s not the sort of polygamous relationship, polygamous marriages that existed in other societies.” The New Yorker was flatly incredulous. Such a family, its reporter wrote, is “one that exists in Alitoland” alone.
I didn’t know I lived in Alitoland. But I do know many households like the ones Alito described: the lesbian who’s bought a home (and is bringing up a child) with her current lover, her former lover, and her current lover’s former lover; the trans man – prim as your favorite uncle – who’s raised his kids with his two cis female partners; the husband who lives with his wife and his wife’s lesbian mate. You can perfectly well say these aren’t common, but you won’t know, because these arrangements tend not to turn up on census forms. It’s a strange world when a George-W.-Bush-appointed Supreme Court justice may be more in touch than the New Yorker with the way people live now.
Kennedy’s opinion, in fact, doesn’t even reflect the diversity of life choices on the Supreme Court. The pitiable, sad unmarried people whom he calls “condemned to loneliness” include two of the four justices who voted with him. A colleague of mine wonders what they really thought about this language. Probably they see it as what Scalia called “the price of a fifth vote.” I wonder rather more what Kennedy really thinks as he looks at them.
And this is what disappoints about Kennedy’s words, and the exultation greeting them. They misunderstand radically what marriage actually means in the modern world, and what made its expansion possible. Marriage has not opened to lesbian and gay couples because it is “profound” or “transcendent.” It expanded because it isn’t that any more. The marriage decision is possible because marriage means less to us, because the last scraps of its exclusionary dignity are disappearing. Marriage is becoming simply one choice among others; the rhetoric trying to reclaim its sanctity is on the wrong side of history.
Graphs show this better than prose can. Worldwide, fewer and fewer are making that transcendent choice.
Marriage rate in the United States, 1946-2010; chart by the Sacramento Bee
The plunge among young US adults (aged 25-34) has been particularly steady:
Graph from Population Reference Bureau, at http://www.prb.org/Publications/Articles/2010/usmarriagedecline.aspx
Statistics across Europe show the same trend.
Figures from Eurostat; graph at https://familyinequality.wordpress.com/2013/06/12/marriage-is-declining/
It’s not just the decaying West. What’s striking is that in another country I know well, highly traditional Egypt, the rate has also fallen. The decline was less stark and steady, but the marriage rate dropped from 10.8 per 1000 population in 1952, to 7.3 in 2006.
Graph from “Marriage Patterns in Egypt,” by
Magued Osman and Hanan Girgis, at http://iussp2009.princeton.edu/papers/91490
But the fall has been more dramatic in Egypt’s two richest urban areas; in Alexandria, the figures sank to half the overall US rate. Evidently people’s economic and social independence plays a crucial role. (The customary Egyptian explanation for the decline is that economic hardships make men reluctant to marry. For a century, in fact, Cairene intellectuals have been warning about a “marriage crisis” caused by men’s ever-direr financial powerlessness. Statistics suggest otherwise. Recent rises in Egypt’s marriage rate — a 2.7% increase in 2012, for instance — coincided with severe economic dislocation. It seems plausible that some want to postpone or avoid marriage as long as they can afford their independence, and turn to its strictures as a shelter only in hard times. When they can, they choose to be single.)
There are as many explanations for all this as there are ideologies. Right now it’s the consequences I care about. Marriage is no longer an inescapable value. It’s been demystified: an option, not an obligation. The sense that it is a choice is precisely what created the pressure to allow others to choose it. The gays were on the right side of this historical process, in demanding that marriage be expanded; they surfed the graphs I’ve shown. The broadening of choice is something to rejoice in. But to continue treating marriage as a transcendent value rather than a contingent possibility is to stand on the wrong side.
People today are choosing and living in many kinds of relationships of care — and building new ones. The law’s challenge is to find how to recognize and protect these, because the law’s job is to look after the ways people actually live. Hieratic talk about the primacy of two-person marriage may postpone this, but can’t avoid the need. In the last decade a few documents outlined vast gaps in what the law recognizes: a detailed Law Commission of Canada report, Beyond Conjugality; and a manifesto by US activists, Beyond Marriage. The latter listed some of the “other kinds of kinship relationship, households, and families” that need protection: among them,
Senior citizens living together, serving as each otherʼs caregivers, partners, and/or constructed families;
Committed households in which there is more than one conjugal partner;
Single parent households;
Extended families (especially in particular immigrant populations) living under one roof, whose members care for one another;
Queer couples who decide to jointly create and raise a child with another queer person or couple, in two households;
Close friends and siblings who live together in long-term, committed, non-conjugal relationships, serving as each otherʼs primary support and caregivers;
Care-giving and partnership relationships that have been developed to provide support systems to those living with HIV/AIDS.
Many today may want to raise their children in a community of shared responsibilities rather than a nuclear household. Many today may want decisions about their health or death made within a circle of friends, not by a single partner. Accommodating this in law is an immanent, not a transcendent necessity.
When I call the loss of marriage’s transcendence historically irreversible, I mean that in a democratic world transcendence itself cannot be sustained. It’s curious that the donnish, tweedy Isaiah Berlin should have expounded this postmodern insight with such urgency. The philosopher John Gray summarizes what Berlin saw: that ultimate values
are many, they often come into conflict with one another and are uncombinable in a single human being or a single society, and that in many of such conflicts there is no overarching standard whereby the competing claims of such ultimate values are rationally arbitrable. Conflicts among such values are among incommensurables, and the choices we make among them are radical and tragic choices. There is, then, no summum bonum or logos, no Aristotelian mean or Platonic form of the good, no perfect form of human life, which we may never achieve but towards which we struggle, no measuring rod on which different forms of human life encompassing different and uncombinable goods can be ranked.
Gray writes that this “strikes a death-blow to the central, classical, Western tradition,” with its belief that all positive values are rationally consistent – “and, it must be added, to the project of the Enlightenment.” That may be too much. Yet to recognize the pluralism of values is to realize in the most rendingly personal way that we live in a disenchanted world. No one hands us final answers. There is no “most profound” or “highest” life-way. Some people choose the vita activa, some the vita contemplativa. Some discover more purpose in public life than private life; to some, a tennis match matters more than a job promotion. Some people locate the highest value in a single uxorious relationship, some in the migratory ecstasies of sex; some will find the value of sex in mystical union, some in its market price. For some, love is the true meaning of marriage. For some, it’s taxes.
Berlin wrote:
It may be that the idea of freedom to choose ends without claiming eternal validity for them, and the pluralism of values connected with this, is only the late fruit of our declining capitalist civilization: an idea which remote ages and primitive societies have not recognized, and one which posterity will regard with curiosity, even sympathy, but little comprehension. This may be so; but no skeptical conclusions seem to me to follow. … Indeed, our very desire for guarantees that our values are eternal and secured in some objective heaven is perhaps only a craving for the certainties of childhood or the absolute values of our primitive past. … To demand [such guarantees] is perhaps a deep and incurable metaphysical need; but to allow such a need to determine one’s practice is a symptom of an equally deep, and more dangerous, moral and political immaturity.
That rebuke to our childishness is the truth we need.
Dignity, again
Posted in Human Rights, LGBT Rights, Politics, Sexual Rights | Tagged Anthony Kennedy, Antonin Scalia, Clarence Thomas, dignity, Isaiah Berlin, liberty, marriage equality, Obergefell v Hodges, polyamory, same-sex marriage, Scott Long, substantive due process | 6 Replies
PREVENT free speech: For governments, it’s easy
Hello, there. From http://www.islam21c.com/politics/2908-instructions-for-muslims-in-the-light-of-the-prevent-strategy/
This letter appeared in the Independent (UK) today:
We, the undersigned, take issue with the government’s Prevent strategy and its statutory implementation through the Counter-Terrorism and Security Act 2015 for the following reasons:
1. The latest addition to the United Kingdom’s counter-terrorism framework comes in the form of the Counter-Terrorism and Security Act 2015 (CTS Act). The CTS Act has placed PREVENT on a statutory footing for public bodies to prevent people from being drawn into terrorism by tackling what is claimed to be ‘extremist ideology’. In practice, this will mean that individuals working within statutory organisations must report individuals suspected of being ‘potential terrorists’ to external bodies for ‘de-radicalisation’.
2. The way that PREVENT conceptualises ‘radicalisation’ and ‘extremism’ is based on the unsubstantiated view that religious ideology is the primary driving factor for terrorism. Academic research suggests that social, economic and political factors, as well as social exclusion, play a more central role in driving political violence than ideology. Indeed, ideology only becomes appealing when social, economic and political grievances give it legitimacy. Therefore, addressing these issues would lessen the appeal of ideology.
3. However, PREVENT remains fixated on ideology as the primary driver of terrorism. Inevitably, this has meant a focus on religious interaction and Islamic symbolism to assess radicalisation. For example, growing a beard, wearing a hijab or mixing with those who believe Islam has a comprehensive political philosophy are key markers used to identify ‘potential’ terrorism. This serves to reinforce a prejudicial worldview that perceives Islam to be a retrograde and oppressive religion that threatens the West. PREVENT reinforces an ‘us’ and ‘them’ view of the world, divides communities, and sows mistrust of Muslims.
4. While much of the PREVENT policy is aimed at those suspected of ‘Islamist extremism’ and far-right activity, there is genuine concern that other groups will also be affected by such policies, such as anti-austerity and environmental campaigners – largely those engaged in political dissent.
5. Without due reconsideration of PREVENT’s poor reputation, the police and government have attempted to give the programme a veneer of legitimacy by expressing it in the language of ‘safeguarding’. Not only does this depoliticise the issue of radicalisation, it shifts attention away from grievances that drive individuals towards an ideology that legitimises political violence.
6. PREVENT will have a chilling effect on open debate, free speech and political dissent. It will create an environment in which political change can no longer be discussed openly, and will withdraw to unsupervised spaces. Therefore, PREVENT will make us less safe.
7. We believe that PREVENT has failed not only as a strategy but also the very communities it seeks to protect. Instead of blindly attempting to strengthen this project, we call on the government to end its ineffective PREVENT policy and rather adopt an approach that is based on dialogue and openness.
The full list of signatories is here.
PREVENT (originally Preventing Violent Extremism) is the UK’s government’s flagship program for winning hearts and minds in Vietnam keeping people from going off and turning terrorist. Repeatedly revised and relaunched, it’s one of four prongs of the country’s post-9/11 domestic strategy. The prongs alliterate in a way suggesting bureaucrats with notepads and nothing else to do: “Prepare for attacks, Protect the public, Pursue the attackers and Prevent their radicalization.” (For attackers, the latter comes a bit too late.) The “P” that’s missing is Police. LIke the others, PREVENT is about police power. It works by surveilling marginal, distrusted, and brown communities. There’s no way of measuring how well it’s met its goals, because it has no concrete goals, no benchmarks. Its great success has been the one not mentioned in the glossy pamphlets: it’s contributed to alienating Muslims from society and state, one tenable definition of “radicalization.” A system of surveillance that publicly and legally singles out a minority inevitably makes that minority more marginal, less equal participants in public life: more subjects, less citizens. As in some shadow story by Paul Auster or Robbe-Grillet, the government seeks a criminal that is itself.
Diagram allegedly explaining PREVENT strategy, by the UK Association of Chief Police Officers (ACPO). Aside from its resemblance to the secret Illuminati symbolism on the US dollar bill, I have no idea what any of this means.
This March, Dal Babu, a former chief superintendent of the Metropolitan Police, told the BBC he fully endorsed the two most widespread criticisms. First, PREVENT places itself beyond bureaucratic standards of success or failure. “A huge amount of money has been spent on this. At a time when we have limited resources we really need to make sure that we measure it.” Second, it stigmatizes the people whose hearts and minds good will it’s supposed to be winning. It’s a “toxic brand” among Muslims; counter-extremist programs “should not be putting Muslim community in a separate box when it comes to safeguarding vulnerable young people”:
He said there was a “spectacular lack of diversity” in local safeguarding services and police forces that meant many of those involved in Prevent did not understand the communities they serve, particularly in cities such as London and Birmingham.
PREVENT has, however, built up a constituency for itself, by ladling out money. And this is perhaps its real goal: not to combat terrorism, but to cultivate support for the metastasis of governmental power. Between 2005 and 2011 alone, Dominic Casciani writes, “almost £80m was spent on 1,000 schemes across 94 local authorities,” almost none of them properly evaluated. Rivers of largesse ran to dubious “anti-extremism” groups like the Quilliam Foundation, which claims to combat terrorist instincts among benighted Muslim immigrants, even though most Muslims in the UK seem to regard it with bafflement or disdain. The money keeps Quilliam’s founder, Maajid Nawaz, in an “immaculate and expensive suit,” upscale hotels, and the occasional strip club; whether it keeps Britain safer is a different proposition.
Trigger warning: Nicky Morgan, alarmed by kids saying the darndest things
As with other insecure governments in repressive states, the UK regime’s response to failure has been to tighten the screws of repression. Rendering more people potential criminals makes their enemies your allies; with each opinion stamped Thoughtcrime, its opponents become your friends. The Cameron government is bidding for the gays’ support:
Children who speak out in class against homosexuality could be viewed as potential extremists under Government guidelines intended to prevent Islamist terrorism, Nicky Morgan, the education secretary, has suggested. Mrs Morgan said comments by children that they consider homosexuality to be “wrong” or “evil” could “trigger” concerns from teachers under guidance designed to help schools detect possible radicalisation.
They’ll have to put a playground in Gitmo before these people are through.
Quite a few prominent “free-speech advocates” in the UK are not signatories to the Independent letter. One wonders why.
CAGE, founded by former Guantanamo inmate Moazzam Begg, mobilizes advocacy and activism in British Muslim communities against war-on-terror abuses. HT is the nonviolent pan-Islamic group Hizb ut Tahrir. You see the problem! A letter complaining about repression of Muslim communities was signed by Muslims, the believing kind. If only it had been restricted to Church of England vicars, like a Barbara Pym novel! But once they’ve put their greasy fingerprints on the doc, the text goes straight to hell, like Tower Hamlets. Tom Holland, who is a sort of expert on why he dislikes Islam, agrees:
The whole point of PREVENT is: Muslims must not speak for themselves.
But some non-signatories simply had better things to do. Nick Cohen, for instance — the hero columnist who defends to the deadline to the death a writer’s right to Cohen’s an opinion — spent today Tweeting about a couple of columnists fired by a provincial newspaper.
Peter Tatchell, that free-speech martyr, ignored the Independent letter. He was fighting the brutal goons of Sainsbury’s for oppressing a gay magazine.
These guys tread gingerly round Muslims when the UK government threatens their free speech, particularly if the excuse is “extremism.” What upsets them way, way more are infringements in their own little pigeonholes or professions — a journalist sacked, a newsrack missing a magazine that headlines them. Such misplaced priorities miss the point. True, states have have less power relatively in this globalizing age, and non-state actors more. But regime upon regime compensates for its impotence to superintend its economy or decide its budget by clamping down on what it can control: privacy or opinion, patrolling intimacies, gagging voices. Those are the spheres where state power rampages unmitigated and unharnessed, in London as much as Lahore. The police are the true menace to free expression around the world. The supermarkets aren’t even close. Ignoring the Ideal-Typus of evil and focusing on its marginal manifestations only abets the repression. (Conspicuously, such freedom paladins also paid no attention to the WikiLeaks release this week of horrifying documents from an EU-based Internet-surveillance company, showing its sinister dealings with dictatorships on several continents. This is where private enterprise really kicks in, selling technology to the censors and torturers. Governments’ power to monitor what you say and think grows faster than Moore’s Law, thanks to their corporate accomplices.)
For some advocates, the threat to free speech is governments jailing, silencing, torturing people. For other advocates, the threat is a student club no-platforming their friends.
I know where I stand. Do you?
IF YOU SEE THIS WORD IN THE DICTIONARY, CALL US NOW: Staffordshire Police banner for PREVENT, at http://www.staffordshire.police.uk/
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The dignity of Greece
Posted on 6 July 2015 by scottlong1980
Crowds celebrate the “no” vote in Athens’ Syntagma Square, July 5, 2015. Photo from @socialistworker
It’s important to remember that a lot of people will suffer because of the vote last night. They would have suffered if the vote had gone “yes,” and they will suffer now because the vote went “no.” To imagine otherwise, to think that from here on it gets easy, is to slight the rooted courage of their rejection. Greeks were ready for defiance because they had already suffered for seven years, in the kind of agony rarely inflicted on a developed economy outside a science-fiction movie; but they know that things can get worse, and in the short run, they will. Theirs is the courage of the indignados and the damnés de la terre, those with their backs against the wall, the heroism twined with the knowledge of relentless Fate that Homer might have described had Homer been an economist with tenure:
ἀλλὰ φίλος θάνε καὶ σύ: τί ἦ ὀλοφύρεαι οὕτως;
κάτθανε καὶ Πάτροκλος, ὅ περ σέο πολλὸν ἀμείνων.
Come, friend, you too must die. Why moan about it so?
Even Patroclus died, a far, far better man than you.
Brave and unflinching, Greeks have earned the right to celebrate for a while in Syntagma Square. But the suffering isn’t over. The vicarious victory party now sending the British, or American, or even Spanish left into ecstasy – these revels where you laud starving others for audaciously doing what you didn’t dare to — ought to be tempered by a smidgen of humility and sorrow. After all, these are people who, unlike Greeks, know their ATMs will give them cash in the morning.
The left prides itself on empathy, on getting in the skins of others. Often, though, this means making them your sacrificial victims, singled out by History to play in a Hegelian Hunger Games; stars of your show whose sufferings you can colonize, projecting your emotions onto their hearts and lives. Conservatives never face this problem, since their empathy stops with themselves. For years I’ve thought that the paradigmatic right-wing response to almost anything, elegant in its brisk foreclosure, came from the incomparable racist John Derbyshire, who used to disgrace the pages of the US journal National Review. Reading about what he first took for a cruise ship disaster in the Red Sea, he “learned that the ship was in fact a ferry, the victims all Egyptians. I lost interest at once, and stopped reading. I don’t care about Egyptians.” By contrast, a leftist response would be to submerge your head in the bathwater, convince yourself you’d drowned, and then send a Tweet about it (#WeAreAllEgyptians). Neither answer helps.
“No” swept almost every regional unit of the country: Map of voting, by the Guardian
We’re not all Greeks. Only a select sodality of wounded societies have undergone what the Greeks did. The figures on Greece’s suffering don’t inform, they numb. Since 2008, the country’s gross domestic product withered by more than a quarter. Incomes dropped by a third. Pensions were cut 40%, and often not paid at all. One in four Greeks is jobless, six of ten among youth. In Athens, 18,000 are estimated to be homeless – one-tenth of the city’s unemployed, 3% of its people.
Alex Andreou, who has been writing powerfully on the polity and the crisis, tells one story:
Last winter, I stood outside the Opera House in the centre of Athens looking at the posters in the window. I was approached by a well-dressed and immaculately groomed elderly lady. I moved to the side. I thought she wanted to pass. She didn’t. She asked me for a few euros because she was hungry. …
Her name was Magda and she was in her mid-seventies. She had worked as a teacher all her life. Her husband had been a college professor and died “mercifully long before we were reduced to this state,” as she put it. They paid their tax, national insurance and pension contributions straight out of the salary, like most people. They never cheated the state. They never took risks. They saved. …
In the first year of the crisis her widow’s pension top-up stopped. In the second and third her own pension was slashed in half. Downsizing was not an option – house prices had collapsed and there were no buyers. In the third year things got worse. “First, I sold my jewellery. Except this ring,” she said, stroking her wedding ring with her thumb. “Then, I sold the pictures and rugs. Then the good crockery and silver. Then most of the furniture. Now there is nothing left that anyone wants. Last month the super came and removed the radiators from my flat, because I hadn’t paid for communal fuel in so long. I feel so ashamed.”
“No” supporter in Syntagma Square on the night of July 5, 2015. Photo from @Stratosathens
Europe’s magnates say it’s simple: all about debts betrayed, bad faith. The Greeks didn’t keep their promises. But most Greeks did. They paid into the system; they believed the system would keep its promises to them. The system meant the government, their workplaces, even the oligarchs who profited from their labor. For most Greeks, it also meant Europe. From the start of Greece’s odyssey with the EU, even before membership in 1981, Europe had presented itself as guarantor of a level of prosperity that small nation-states could no longer secure on their own. Europe also promised to be the guardian of democracy. Greece’s entry into the EU, like Spain’s was a reward less for economic performance than for political change: for overthrowing, without violence and without vengeance, one of the most vicious dictatorships on the continent. Europe’s standards of governance would protect that freedom, won after a rending and sanguinary century.
And what did Greeks get for their faith? Betrayal. The EU, as the crisis cinched in, deliberately set out to bankrupt them: not just the state but the people, to take away their jobs, their winter fuel, their homes, even their gewgaws and their memories. Before the referendum, in a final indignity, the European Central Bank cut off Greek banks’ cash, to remind depositors of their abjection. As Andreou writes, it
acted to asphyxiate the Greek economy – the ultimate blackmail to force subordination. The money is there, in our accounts, but we cannot have access to it, because the overseers of our own banking system, the very people who some months ago issued guarantees of liquidity, have decided to deny liquidity. We have phantom money, but no real money. …
But Europe also showed its complete contempt for the democracy it promised to defend. “EU Institutions are now openly admitting that their aim is regime change. A coup d’état in everything but name, using banks instead of tanks and a corrupt media as the occupiers’ broadcaster.” The contempt continues tonight; that ballots were actually cast only makes the rulers angrier. Europe’s magnates spit in fury, red-faced on TV, their fat mouths taut with rage as if they’d swallowed tennis balls, chuffing and lobbing out names. They reduce everything to insults and personalities, because they’ve forgotten what it is like to deal with a people and not merely a person or two, to confront a collective will, to contend in a democracy. They think all decisions are made in small rooms by men in suits. “Tsipras and his government are leading the Greek people on a path of bitter abandonment and hopelessness,” said the vice-chancellor and economy minister of Germany, Sigmar Gabriel. He condemned the very act of Tsipras consulting the Greeks as a “rejection of the rules of the euro zone.” This man belongs to a party which still calls itself social democratic: much as Americans name their sports teams for the peoples they killed.
I don’t make the rules, but I can make you sorry: Sigmar Gabriel
There are many lessons from the victory tonight. Three I take to heart.
The first is: nations matter. That might seem self-evident. But both in bureaucratic Europe and in the large swatches of the world where weak states prevail, it’s not. After the crisis struck in 2008, Greeks lost faith in the parties and leaders who had made the Republic in their image since 1975: they abandoned as illusive the nation they’d inherited. And they also lost their faith in the trans-national, overarching EU project that had said it would fix whatever the state got wrong. The disenchantment came the way Hemingway said you go bankrupt: “Two ways. Gradually, then suddenly.” Of course, the disenchantment was bankruptcy, pretty much.
When people lose faith that way in the arenas where they used to project their aspirations and play out their plans, it leaves you to ask: what kind of political space can function anymore? When both nation and trans-national institutions look like elaborate schemes to fuck you, what’s left? The anarchist movements so vital in Greece over the last seven years didn’t so much offer answers, as stark and inventive ways of posing the question. How can we act, and where? Are there places in society where we can actually accomplish change, gradual or disruptive, on any scale, maybe the more local and microscopic the better? And what is society anyway, in a catastrophe when it’s being torn apart? The testimonies of anarchists about the protest movements of 2008 and after, many collected by the editors of the excellent anthology Revolt and Crisis in Greece, suggest abysses of questioning that few of the Occupy movements elsewhere plumbed. There was a desire to disrupt the representations that made up existing, illusory political space; to use that rupture to constitute a new beginning; to challenge people to act – but how? Where?
Anarchist graffiti in Athens’ Exarchia district depicts a history of state corruption. Photo by Alex Zaitchik at http://exiledonline.com/letter-from-athens-inside-the-greek-crisis-with-anarchists-and-the-radicalized-ex-middle-class/
In one 2008 demo,
We interrupt a live state TV news broadcast and silently raise a banner to silence this representation of reality. We call on people to stop being viewers, to step out of their homes, to take to the streets, to resist. The black and white banner that some of us held for eighty seconds articulated no claim, no plan and no certainty. … Against the anxiousness to explain, against the guilt of failing to predict and foretell, to plan and rationalise and fit in, to summarise and nicely narrate violence, we opposed our living thrill of collective and direct action against an absurd but confident reality and said nothing, really.
As with many Situationist-inflected actions, it’s easy to make fun of this – particularly if your ATMs are working. But that’s wrong. The writer expresses exactly the moment when old political space has been sapped of meaning, and when the rupture required to break with it seems (because the exact shape of the new is unknown and unimagined) pointless, undirected, free from the chains of calculation. Novel political spaces were springing up like bubbles in the disruption and decay, but they were both too surprising and too ordinary to be described. The same writer says:
Before December [2008], each one of us lived in one place and worked in another and we were all divided into groups that formed clear networks of representation that ‘vov uld address themselves to other grmlps higher in the hierarchy that would decide when to vote, where to demonstrate, and how schools, workplaces, malls and bars, airports and supermarkets will be distributed around the country…. But once taking to the streets and feeling part of a living community of people, we couldn’t but occupy our cities in a different way. This experience of socialisation could not fit inside our offices and TV screens, coffee shops, shopping avenues, and secured square metres designed for us to live in. Our coming together violently spoiled the facades of all those urban places that actually cancel out our possibility of interaction and chain us to the role of a non-citizen …. [W]e did not transform the spaces given to us, but we created new ones where we could also let ourselves be created. …
Before December, we knew it already — no one was to be trusted, politics was corrupt, things were getting irreversibly worse all the time and there was nothing to do about it. But then we took to the streets, we found each other … Our relating to each other in an equal way and the spaces, words and actions we formed rejected common sense, because they were not just directed against the state; this was a politics of resistance and solidarity that was bluntly stateless.
That this inchoate Utopia culminated, years later, in the comparative banality of a referendum is from one perspective – the pure anarchist one — a story of spontaneity and subjectivity lost, corrupted by the demons of teleology and power. But from another vantage it’s the story of actions that were searching for their proper spaces, and eventually, piecemeal, found them. The loss of spontaneity was also its consummation. Those sudden solidarities stretched out over time and slowly built a new political sphere, a new space for acting.
Anarchist graffiti in Exarchia. Photo by Alex Zaitchik
The myriad small arenas of resistance and solidarity that the political collapse created were themselves creative. They came together. They became movements. The narrative of the last seven years – a history which, in its broadening scope and scale, its mounting urgency, truly has been epic – is how those forces have coalesced, negotiated, melded, expanded, till they speak in this crisis with the whole will of the people. And the people, the society, the nation – all those words returned, after all those years when they seemed to empty and befouled for people to use them. By capturing the nation-state, the movements were able to make it the redoubt for fighting back, battling the Führer–Befehlen of the market and its enforcers. They repudiated the old, corrupt, discredited nation. But they recuperated the nation as a site of resistance.
How this growth happened in Greece over seven years should be something for coming generations of the left to study, the way our grandparents read Trotsky’s History of the Russian Revolution, or – the more humane among them – Victor Serge. But for now the point seems clear. We can still exalt those micro-spaces of anarchic, everyday resistance; or, alternatively, those big international solidarities wrapped like swaddling bands around the globe. But the nation, the people – those clunky, worn-down political imaginaries in between – have a privileged role, and can be regenerated. They serve a use. In their outcries alone lie the moral credibility and the practical power to check, even temporarily, the market’s encroachments.
The second lesson is: democracy matters.
A lot of people think it always matters, that no other kind of government is legitimate. In fact, though, it’s precisely the countries everybody calls democracies, in North America and Europe, that no longer rely on democratic process to give legitimacy to government decisions. Their laws and policies take their warrant from the market, not the deliberations of the governed. It’s the nasty dictatorships that keep pulling out the plebiscites and elections, the faked presidential ballots with the 98% wins, to lend the sheen of mandate and consent. They don’t know voting is irrelevant! They’re hicks stuck in the backwash of the trend. Democracies themselves, maturer and more orderly, have moved beyond democracy.
If you read one writer to help you understand Greece, make it Wolfgang Streeck. Streeck, a sociologist and political theorist, asks: Can democracy and capitalism still coexist? Contemporary capitalism poses this question itself, insisting it is above politics, that democratic decision-making is incompatible with its charm. “Mainstream economics has become obsessed with the ‘irresponsibility’ of opportunistic politicians who cater to an economically uneducated electorate by interfering with otherwise efficient markets, in pursuit of objectives—such as full employment and social justice—that truly free markets would in the long run deliver anyway, but must fail to deliver when distorted by politics.” But this perhaps understates the case, because the credo of capitalism today is that market logic will prevail even despite democratic interference. In Margaret Thatcher’s mantra, There Is No Alternative.
Maggie forecasts the future:
Yeah, vote for Bernie, Hillary, or Carly Fiorina:
I don’t give a bloody fuck. You’ll still get TINA.
The foreclosure of choice is self-fulfilling. States rig their systems to respond to markets, not citizens.
Increasingly capitalists say they can’t work without a framework of institutions completely insulated from the popular will: protection of markets and property rights constitutionally enshrined against discretionary political interference; independent regulatory authorities; central banks, firmly protected from electoral pressures; and international institutions, such as the European Commission or the European Court of Justice, that do not have to worry about popular re-election.
From this Fortress of Solitude, ‘‘the markets’ have begun to dictate in unprecedented ways what presumably sovereign and democratic states may still do for their citizens and what they must refuse them.”
Not ready to be reified: Georg Lukács in 1913
Writers from Marx to Karl Polanyi saw a basic contradiction between two visions of justice and law: one in which societies can make shared decisions about goods and values, and one in which markets take over and distribute everything. Markets, their proponents say, should distribute everything because they’re “natural,” hence fair. In fact, they’re human artifacts. But they have the gift of becoming fetishes, of seeming eternal. They infiltrate the mind and don the sacred guise of givens, forces of nature. This ferocious permanence, this mythic immutability, has been constituent to capitalism, and the myth’s authority over imaginations expands as the markets do. Georg Lukács explored this just under a hundred years ago, the way that the seemingly
“natural laws” of capitalist production have been extended to cover every manifestation of life in society; that – for the first time in history – the whole of society is subjected, or tends to be subjected, to a unified economic process, and that the fate of every member of society is determined by unified laws. This rationalisation of the world appears to be complete, it seems to penetrate the very depths of man’s physical and psychic nature.
But the laws are irrational because they lie, pretending to be natural and not manmade. “This incoherence becomes particularly egregious in periods of crisis.”
On closer examination the structure of a crisis is seen to be no more than a heightening of the degree and intensity of the daily life of bourgeois society. In its unthinking, mundane reality that life seems firmly held together by “natural laws”; yet it can experience a sudden dislocation because the bonds uniting its various elements and partial systems are a chance affair even at their most normal. So that the pretence that society is regulated by “eternal, iron” laws … is finally revealed for what it is: a pretence.
Democratic capitalism, as it flourished for a few generations in Europe and North America, was an uneasy compromise between market distribution and social control. Its politics allowed people limited power to temper how the market worked. In return, their consent legitimated the market’s basic dominance over society. This held together when things were growing, during the trentes glorieuses of rising graphs and expanding possibility. But in economic crisis the compromise breaks down. Then the elites turn on democracy, demand things from governments that the people won’t give, and look for non-democratic means – new mythologies – to legitimate those expropriations. In the economic shambles of the 1920s and 1930s European leaders fled from democracy like scattered lemmings. In our time European states have a collective structure, so they can abandon democracy together.
In the Greek crisis, the elites redoubled their refrain that there was no alternative to austerity, that society must roll over prone before the jagged juggernaut of the market. Yet the crisis, “heightening the degree and intensity of the daily life of bourgeois society” -– unleashing desperation and cracking open spaces of dissent — was an unmasking. It let ordinary Greeks see behind the curtain, where market logic looked not like law but lunacy. No rational system could demand this. Out of the “sudden dislocation” came a democratic upwelling of autonomy and nay-saying, throughout daily life.
The anarchists of 2008 were quite clear that their first experiences of freedom were moments, impermanent, a “living thrill of collective and direct action” that wouldn’t last. The assertion of popular power in the referendum can’t just be a moment, though; it has to be ready for the long run if it’s going to change things. The democratic will has to ensure that state and society don’t lurch back into habits of apathy and submission, where the vote simply legitimates choices made elsewhere. It needs to build new democratic institutions, immediate ones, close to and permeating daily life. Democracy has to return to workplaces, to schools, to NGOs. Decision-making needs to diffuse throughout society.
This is perhaps the third lesson. More is needed; you always need more. The referendum mobilized the nation to say no. But resting content in the space of the nation-state is not an option. The next move has to be both within — democratizing society more and more deeply, so that people have the experience of more and more choices about their lives — and beyond.
Syriza and the left mobilized nationalism against the austerity hegemons. But while the nation is necessary to resistance, resistance must transcend it. Greek chauvinism is sordid, pervasive, and easy to exploit. (A Greek human rights activist once told me that “Greece has the most progressive policies on ethnic minorities in Europe” — a patent lie — “which is a great triumph because we have no ethnic minorities; everyone is Greek.”) If the Greek moment collapses back into defending borders and demonizing outsiders, it will turn on itself. Already, as David Graeber points out, Greece ‘has the largest number of military personnel per capita of any NATO country … and the second highest ratio of police (33 per 10,000, or 1 cop per every 303 people).” Police and army have massacred the people before; they can again.
The balance between local democracy, national action, and cosmopolitan vision is exacting to sustain. A few days before the balloting, the anarchist Antonis Vradis wrote that his “no” vote
will go out to the market, this ubiquitous force we have allowed to permeate even the most intimate of our spaces, even the innermost, the core foundations of our existence. It will go out to the parasite scum in suits and ties, the priests of the banking orthodoxy and their pompous, arrogant belief that they can keep running the show, for ever.
But he added:
It will go out to those fueling nationalism in Europe, it will go out against Syriza’s invocation of a Greek “people.” Is there such a thing as a “people”? Of course not; I am not sure what the idea even means. Where does any such commonality lie?
This is a fake question, though. There is a people. It’s constituted by the act of choosing, by saying Here we are; we decide. The Greek people today didn’t exist in the same form the day before the referendum. To keep their sense of their own commonality vivid, viable — to sustain the identity they achieved by choosing — is indispensable. It’s just not enough.
Demonstrators spell out “No” during an anti-austerity rally in Syntagma Square, July 3, 2015. Photo by Reuters
The next move has to be beyond the nation-state, because today the pressure on Greece starts up again in Brussels, Berlin, and Frankfurt. (Last night Syriza claimed its victory in the vote, but this morning the Troika claimed the scalp of Yanis Varoufakis.) “This is when we start re-imagining our cross-border commonalities and interests,” Vradis writes, “this is when we bring down the facade of the market and national unity.” But imagining new common spaces requires the will of those people in London and Madrid, Berlin and Toronto, who were Tweeting exultantly last night but are going to forget about it by tomorrow. They mustn’t forget. They need to abjure their egos and figure out how to stand by Greece concretely, pressuring their own governments to respect another nation. If they don’t, the Greeks will be, again, betrayed.
“Dignity” is a term much bandied about, in the headlines on Greece. As usual, it’s mainly rhetoric, more a worn coin than a word with with meaning. Yet in January, after Syriza’s election victory, Alex Andreou wrote about how he voted:
The only promise Tsipras made that truly mattered to me was to “give dignity back to the people.” Of course, he cannot deliver that. Only people can deliver that for themselves. But even mention of that word, “dignity,” in a political context, struck an important chord …
Dignity might be an abstract concept, but its absence is a very real and practical thing. … Spend a day with my mother, who worked two jobs for 45 years, paid every cent of tax and now finds herself diagnosed with Alzheimer’s, with no decent health or social provision and a monthly pension of €400 (£300), and she will explain it to you.
What would she explain? It’s still not clear. Certainly it has something to do with being treated with justice for years of labor and love. But it’s not just passive, not just being-done-to. Surely dignity also means the capacity to choose, to set as far as possible the terms of your life. This self-determination is what what the market stripped from individual Greeks as much as from the nation.
Writing about Hitler’s camps, Tzvetan Todorov identified “dignity” not just as a prisoner’s abstract determination to hold her head high, but as a very concrete possession that helped some to survive, and others to be remembered. It meant the ability to make choices about one’s life and to act on them, even at the risk of life itself. “The important thing is to act out the strength of one’s own will, to exert through one’s initiative some influence, however minimal, on one’s surroundings. … It is not enough simply to decide to acquire dignity: that decision must give rise to an act that is visible to others (even if they are not actually there to see it).” To have dignity in this sense meant to make your life your own.
That is how the Greeks asserted dignity, in their homes, on the streets, as a nation. Now others must affirm that dignity by acting also. I don’t know what will come of that choice; nobody does. But it isn’t just up to Brussels and Berlin anymore. It’s up to us; it’s up to you. Victory is not the same as success; it’s not judged by a vulgar triumph. What matters is not what’s chosen, but the act of choosing.
Note: The lines in the first paragraph are from the Iliad, Book XXI, lines 106-107; Achilles is speaking to the Trojan Lycaon, who begged for mercy after he was overcome in battle. Achilles kills him. The translation is by Robert Fagles.
And another note: If you like Alex Andreou’s remarkable writing on Greece, read more of it here — and give a little something to support it! He’s crowdfunding his work. Go to the page and check out the right-hand column.
Posted in Economic Justice, Human Rights, Politics | Tagged anarchism, austerity, EU, European Union, Georg Lukács, Greece, Grexit, Occupy, Occupy Wall Street, referendum, Scott Long, Wolfgang Streeck | 3 Replies
Julie Bindel sells her mind (not body)
Posted on 24 June 2015 by scottlong1980
Bindel, apparently being plied with drinks by a white slaver
Julie Bindel is a British journalist, a fierce opponent of trans people’s human rights (they’re imitation women), and an abolitionist who wants to see sex work eradicated from the earth. Bindel is now raising money for a book she’s writing, to expose the “global ‘sex workers’ rights’ movement.” She “will outline the emergence of a powerful lobby — the sex workers’ rights movement — that works in favour of a total decriminalisation of the sex industry.” She is “planning to visit around thirty countries in order to conduct my research, taking me to the UK, the Netherlands, the Nordic region, Germany, South Africa, East Africa, North America, South America, France, New Zealand and Australia, South Korea, Turkey and India”: an itinerary curiously resembling that of the mythical white slavers of old. To fund this self-trafficking, she’s crowdfunding the project, and she’s already raised £6,773.00. She’d only asked for £6,500. All systems are go.
Bindel’s project is predictable: part of anti-sex-work eradicationists’ ongoing drive to paint all sex workers speaking out for their rights as pimps and punters in disguise. (A reporter who attended one of Bindel’s talks at a Stop Porn Culture conference last year wrote that her “presentation on ‘the politics of the sex industry’” was “a succession of tabloid-style personal attacks on pro-sex industry activists, academics, escorts, and performers, complete with photos seemingly lifted without permission from their social-media profiles.”) Or, as Bindel herself exclaims — an old ally of my old friend Peter Tatchell, she shares his oracular way of dealing with opponents: Bindel has the same strategy as rich and puissant abolitionist groups like Equality Now, who have urged “investigating” the paltry funding of sex worker advocacy with the zeal of prurient Mississippi congressmen ogling the Comintern. Those girls only seem to be ragtag sex dissidents; in fact they’re Stalin’s seed, a dark coven of subversives, “a conspiracy so immense and an infamy so black as to dwarf any previous venture in the history of man”! This myth of a monied, mighty plot by “sex workers” who are really pimps in drag is central to how the abolitionists think. They preen themselves on the heroic deeds of tiny Davids slinging at a sinister Goliath. All Bindel’s research and rhetoric, her travel and “tabloid-style personal attacks” and trolling, will be convenient tools to hide the basic fact: that sex workers’ rights groups are the least powerful part of the human rights movement, persecuted everywhere, unrecognized and underfunded, dissed and mistreated by governments and NGOs alike, even by LGBT activists who should share their goals of bodily liberty but sell their easy principles for the ignis fatuus of respectability. I don’t know a single sex worker’s rights movement in the global South that could easily muster the £6,773 Bindel ginned up in a few weeks. “Powerful lobby,” my white ass.
A tragic but typical story of crowdfunding
But here’s my question. Bindel offers benefits to people who give her money. Or as she puts it, “Those who pay will also have access to special rewards such as signed books, invites to a Q&A, and extra material.”
For £5 you get to “Access activity feed” (here’s my webcam); plus “early access to articles and” — lascivious, the ring of this — “extra content.” For £15 you get “right to ask questions individually.” (Talk dirty.) For £250 and more you get “All the below, plus coffee/lunch and a chat with Julie in London. You may also bring a friend.” Does Nick Kristof need to raid the premises and batter down the door, to rescue Julie from indentured slavery and a repulsive threesome? Should he bring Somaly Mam?
No, of course not. Back off, Nick. This enticement is fine, in Bindel’s book. She’s not selling sexual services, just mental ones. It’s only her mind that’s on the auction block.
You’ve got to get the value system straight. It’s not OK for women to sell sex, because sex is immensely precious, the essence of a woman, the cold gemstone set in her golden loins that establishes her value as a human being. (No wonder Bindel hates trans women; they lack the sex parts that make real women worthwhile.) It is OK when a woman sells her intellectual labors, as Julie Bindel does: because that’s just cheap, mass-market stuff you can find in any flea market in Brixton.
I’m glad I understand Bindel’s peculiar feminism now. Kapish. Let’s move along.
Flash-mob demo on International Women’s Day, March 8, 2014, organized by English Collective of Prostitutes and Sex Worker Open University. Photo by Guy Corbishley
Posted in Gender Identity, Human Rights, LGBT Rights, Sex Work, Sexual Rights | Tagged abolition, eradication, Julie Bindel, Peter Tatchell, prostitution, radical feminism, Scott Long, sex industry, sex work, SWERF, TERF | 9 Replies
الشرطة المصرية تلاحق المجتمع المثلي / Internet entrapment in Egypt: Protect yourself!
الخصوصية ترقد في سلام / R.I.P. privacy
(English version below)
نحن نعلم الآن أن الشرطة في مصر تستخدم تطبيقات الهواتف في القبض على من يشتبه في كونهم مثليين أو متحولي/ات النوع الإجتماعي. مؤخراً تم القبض على رجل في طريقه لمقابلة شخص تواصل معه على تطبيق “جراولر” – و إتضح إن صديقه شرطي متخفي.
إحم نفسك! الطريق الأكثر أماناً هو أن تقوم بحذف حسابك تماماً من كل التطبيقات و المواقع الشخصية. إن لم ترغب في :فعل ذلك، الرجاء إتباع التعليمات التالي
١-لا تنسق مقابلات مع غرباء تعرفت عليهم من خلال شبكة الإنترنت فقط. التطبيقات مثل جريندر و الإعلانات الشخصية على الإنترنت غير آمنة. حتى و إن قضيت محادثات طويلة مع أشخاص تعرفت عليهم من خلال “جرايندر” أو تطبيقات أخرى، و إن بَدوا حقيقيين، ربما يستخدمون حيل لخداعك. قد يتم القبض عليك في اللحظة التي تصل فيها لمكان المقابلة.
٢-الشرطة تستخدم الأشياء التي ينشرها الأشخاص على شبكة الإنترنت — بما فيها الإعلانات الشخصية — كأدلة ضد الأشخاص في حال القبض عليهم. لا تنشر أي صور لوجهك أو لنفسك، لا تنشر إسمك الحقيقي أو أيّة معلومات قد يتم إستخدامها للتعرف عليك. إن كنت تستخدم إسماً مستعار، حاول أن تتأكد إن لا أحد يستطيع تتبعه للوصول إلى هويتك الحقيقية.
٣-لا تنشر رقم هاتفك على الإنترنت بما فيها الإعلانات الشخصية لإمكانية تتبعه للوصول إليك. إن كنت تحتاج لرقم لمقابلة الأشخاص من خلال هذه الإعلانات، استخدم رقم غير مسجل بدون عقد.
٤-قم بإزالة أي شئ يدينك — بما فيها صور عارية لنفسك أو مقاطع فيديو محرجة — من حاسوبك أو هاتفك في حال تحفظ الشرطة عليهم.
٥-حاول تحميل برامج الحماية لوضع كل محتويات هاتفك تحت كلمة سر حتى لا يستطيع الغرباء قراءتها. هذه البرامج قد تضع كود سري للمحادثات، و الرسائل، و المكالمات، حتى لا يستطيع الغرباء الوصول إليها. يمكنك تحميل برامج الحماية مجاناً:
:إن كان هاتفك آي فون، قم بتحميل “سيجنال” من هنا-
:إن كان هاتفك “آندرويد”، قم بتحميل “بوكس كريبتور” من هنا-
:هذا التطبيق متوفر أيضاً لنظام ويندوز على الحاسوب-
:إن كان هاتفك “آندرويد” يمكنك أيضاً تحميل “تيكست سيكيور” لحماية رسائلك-
:يمكن أيضاً تحميل “ريد فون” لحماية إتصالاتك-
إضغط على هذا الرابط لقراءة معلومات شديدة الأهمية عن حقوقك القانونية.
:تذكر، إن تم القبض عليك
. لا تعترف بأي شئ أو توقع إعتراف، لا توقع أي شئ الشرطة تطلب منك توقيعه-
. كن دائماً مصّر على التحدث مع محامي-
– لا تتحدث أبداً عن أي شخص مثلي أو متحول الجنس/النوع الإجتماعي بغض النظر عن مدى ضغط الشرطة عليك – حتى و إن عرضوا عليك صور أشخاص.
:(تستطيع أن تجد معلومات على الأمان الرقمي في الرابط بأسفل (بالإنجليزية
بالعربية في الرابط بأسفل:
رجاءاً قوموا بنشر هذه الرسالة لجميع أصدقائك. تذكر أيضاً: في ظل الهجمة المستمرة على مدار سنتين، الجيران قاموا بتبليغ الشرطة عن أشخاص مثليين أو متحولي الجنس/النوع الإجتماعي أو “ليدي بوي”. أينما كنت تعيش كن هادئاً في منزلك و متحفظاً على قدر الإمكان في الأماكن العامة.
كونوا/كن آمنين/ات.
“If at any point you feel your human rights are being violated, just say the word.” Andeel for Mada Masr, September 25, 2014
We now know that police in Egypt are definitely using phone apps to entrap people they suspect of being gay or transgender. Recently a man was arrested when he went to meet someone who had contacted him on the Growlr app; his “friend” turned out to be an undercover policeman.
Protect yourself! The safest thing you can do is to delete your profile completely from personals sites and apps. If you don’t want to do this, follow these precautions:
1) Do NOT arrange meetings with strangers you only know through the Internet. Apps like Grindr, or Internet personals ads, are not safe. Even if you have long chats with people you know through Grindr or other apps, and they seem real, they may be using tricks to fool you. You could be arrested as soon as you arrive at the meeting place.
2) Police are using the things people post on the Internet — including their personals ads — as evidence against them if they are arrested. NEVER post any face pictures of yourself. Do NOT post your real name, or any information that could be used to identify who you are. If you use a nickname, make sure nobody could trace it back to your real identity.
3) Don’t post your phone number online, including in personals ads, because it can be used to track you. If you need a phone number to meet people through these ads, get a separate, unregistered number without a contract.
4) Remove anything that could be incriminating – including revealing pictures of yourself, or embarrassing videos – from your computer or your phone, in case the police seize them.
5) Please download an encryption program, to put everything on your phone in in a secret code so that no stranger can read it. These programs can also encode your chat, texts, and voice calls, so that outsiders can’t intercept them. You can get these encryption programs for free:
If you have an IPhone, download Signal here.
If you have an Android phone, download Boxcryptor here. It’s also available for Windows computers here.
Or, if you have an Android phone, you can download TextSecure to protect your texting, and RedPhone to protect your voice calls.
Click here to read extremely important information on your legal rights. Remember, if you are ever arrested:
Don’t admit to anything, or sign a confession or anything else.
Always insist on talking to a lawyer.
Don’t talk about anybody else who is gay or trans, no matter how much pressure the police put on you – even if the police show you pictures of people!
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Bird, down to the wire
Posted on 4 June 2015 by scottlong1980
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The Duggars: Sex and the police
Posted on 23 May 2015 by scottlong1980
Lady Madonna: Michelle Duggar with her newborn 17th child in 2007, surrounded by her family
I knew nothing about the Duggars until two days ago; and, as Karl Kraus might say, now that I know all about them I feel much less well informed. Apparently in America you can become a tourist attraction just by giving birth on schedule. Michelle Duggar did it at year-and-a-half intervals for 27 years, like a fertile Old Faithful, and she parlayed it into her own TV show. The Duggars spawned 19 children; they monogrammed the kids, all their names beginning with “J” (for daddy Jim Bob, or maybe Jesus, or the life-inciting jism); Mom has spent 144 months pregnant, 12 years of her life; they go through 16 boxes of cereal, 7 gallons of milk, and 40 loads of laundry a week. This isn’t a family, it’s a factory. They don’t give love, they produce shareholder value. Learning about them is like leafing through Enron’s glossy annual reports before the fall. The facts and figures impress, but don’t inform; their accumulation teaches nothing. Now that I’m familiar with the Duggars, I’ve diminished rather than increased my useful knowledge about the world.
Love on the assembly line: Bible before breakfast at the Duggars’ dining table
A gossip magazine made me taste, in matters Duggar, the fruit of the Tree of Knowledge. Last week In Touch reported that eldest son Josh Duggar “was named in a police report as the ‘alleged offender’ in an underage sexual abuse probe.” It’s been nonstop furor since. Josh, 27, was a rising right-winger, a lobbyist for the wildly homophobic Family Research Council. He takes after his hardshell Baptist parents. From their Arkansas home, mother Michelle did robocalls last year opposing a local anti-discrimination law, warning parents it would allow trans people — “males with past child predator convictions” — to “endanger their daughters or allow them to be traumatized by a man joining them in their private space.” The scandal and the hypocrisy practically mandate gays and their friends to gloat.
I have no patience for the Duggars’ homilies, or for their show, which I never watched. (Their channel pulled it from the air tonight, endangering those breakfast bills but possibly forcing them to earn an honest living.) It’s the schadenfreude I question — and fear. Is demanding Josh Duggar’s head a blow for liberation? Or is it surrender masquerading as a victory? Does it give an inadvertent imprimatur to the punitive laws and the punitive state that have spent decades making LGBT people their victims? In playing along with moral panic, is it ourselves we hurt?
There’s plenty of “gleeful, gotcha-style excitement,” as Mary Elizabeth Williams calls it, out there.
And there were a lot of unfunny jokes displaying zero sympathy for the alleged victims.
But what’s the truth? In Touch has now released the 2006 police report on Josh Duggar, their only evidence. It’s on their website, heavily redacted by the local constabulary. (They’ve blacked out not only names, but, weirdly, personal pronouns that are completely obvious from the context. It’s a pathetic attempt to make it seem police are protecting the Duggars’ privacy, when in fact they’re putting the ordeals of minors on display. In quoting, I’ve restored the missing pronouns in brackets where possible.)
The report is bureaucratic and boring, yet a wind of paranoia blows through it from the blanks and deletions, a window ajar on a menacing wilderness. A Victorian atmosphere of fear, silence, and suddenly forced speech cohabits with sunny split-level certainties, as though a Gothic novel had mated with The Brady Bunch. Start then with how the Duggars governed their brood. They were all homeschooled. The kids had limited contact with life outside – with what hardcore evangelicals call “the secular world.” All their curiosities and impulses had no object but each other. Sexual stimulation was an intense source of fear. The whole family had to wear “modest dress,” even in the swimming pool, as Mom Michelle explains:
[W]e felt like we needed to be covered from our neck to below our knees … [W]e don’t want to play peekaboo so that there’s a visual element that might defraud someone. For us the definition of the word defrauding is to stir up desires in someone else that cannot be righteously fulfilled.
Swimsuit issue: Duggar girls model their wholesome, undefrauding swimwear
And amid this, in March 2002, one of the children told Daddy Jim Bob (as Jim Bob later told police) that Josh had been sneaking into a common bedroom and touching one of his sisters “on the breasts and vaginal area … this had occurred 4 or 5 times.” The victim herself only “remembered one time when [she] woke up and [Josh] was taking [her] blanket away, but [she] did not remember anything else.” This was definitely not righteous fulfillment. Jim Bob confronted Josh. At least two anguished family meetings followed, warning everyone about “inappropriate touching.” But in July of that year, Josh confessed to his father that he’d also touched the breasts of a girl from another family, while she was sleeping at their house, on the couch. “About 9 months later,” in March of 2003, according to Jim Bob, “there was another incident”; Josh touched one of the girls, who was sitting on his lap while he read to her. And, “sometime during this time frame,” while another daughter “was standing in the laundry room,” doing one of those 40 loads, Josh “had put [his] hand under [her] dress.”
Josh was born on March 3, 1988; this all happened when he was 14. The redactions in the report conceal how old the alleged victims were. From the details that slip through, I’d guess they ranged, when interviewed, from perhaps 10 to 16; since the police investigation happened over three years after the acts (I’ll get to that in a minute), that means they might – I stress this — have been 7 at the youngest, 13 at the oldest, at the time.
That’s a big gap. But it is also important to look at exactly what the police learned from these interviews. The children went one by one to the Springdale Children’s Safety Center, for an intimidatingly formal encounter with the cops. In each case, the report says, officers “started the interview by getting to know them”: by offering an anatomical diagram, perhaps a discomfiting icebreaker for a child.
Fundamentalist fiction: Four of the Duggar daughters on the cover of their tie-in book
Start with the girl on the couch. She told police she remembered nothing except that she “half way” woke up and felt Josh “trying to take the blanket.” She “stated that [she] did not know what [Josh] had done until later,” when he “confessed that he had done some things wrong.” Josh “asked for forgiveness for touching [her] improperly” and for “having wrong motives.” The detective asked “if [she] had any worries, concerns, or if [she] was scared. [She] sad [sic] no.”
The girl guest in the Duggars’ house similarly had no memories of being touched. “It happened when [she] was asleep. … approximately three and a half to four years ago [her] parents got a phone call from Jim Bob and Michelle. [She] said they told [her] parents that they needed to talk … the Duggars came and apologized [to her. She] said that [they?] told [her] that [he] touched [her] while [she] was sleeping. [Josh] said it only happened one time.”
What the interviews do suggest is that after those family meetings, the whole clan was on sexual alert, especially though perhaps not exclusively where Josh was concerned. Police interviewed another daughter, whose story Daddy Jim Bob had apparently not mentioned to them. It’s not clear it shows abuse; it shows an atmosphere of intra-family suspicion where physical contact instantly received strict scrutiny. “Inv[estigator] Taylor asked if something happened. [She] said some thing happened a long time ago.” Josh “had touched [her] inappropriately … [She] said [he] felt bad about it.”
Inv. Taylor asked what happened to [her. She] said [she] did not remember much … [She] said she was walking through [?unknown] and [he] started scratching [her] back. [She] said her clothes were on, but [he] was scratching [her] back on [her] skin. [She] said [he] pulled her shirt up and touched [her]. [She] said [she?] felt bad about it and told their parents. [She] said [she] told them that he had touched her chest.
“He touched me inappropriately” sounds like repeating a parental warning. Specifics of the touch are vague, though. After pointing to breasts and vagina on an anatomical chart, “Inv. Taylor asked if anyone had ever asked [her] to touch them or make [her] do anything she did not want to do. [She] said no.”
Fundamentalist modernism: The great room of the Duggars’ house
Another daughter described the reading incident. “it happened once when [Josh] was reading all the kids a book.” Seemingly all the children were in the room, and the girl was sitting on the arm of his chair. “ Josh “dropped the book and ran from the room.” Another sibling, it seems, “called their parents and told them what had happened.” Josh, the interviewee says, had
touched her on the skin … [she] was sitting down and had pulled [her] dress up because it had a hole in it. [She] said [she] had pants on under the dress and [he] pulled them down. [She] said [he] touched [her] private. [She] said it felt weird.
Inv. Taylor asked [her] to point to where [Josh] touched her on the anatomical drawing. [She] pointed to the buttocks and said it happened on the outside.
This incident seems weird indeed, not least because it happened in front of all the children. It’s not clear where he touched or how. But beneath the blurred details it’s reasonably clear that any “touching “Josh did by then, even under everyone’s eyes, could incite an indefinite but collective alarm.
Finally, there’s the girl in the laundry room.
Inv. Taylor asked if [she] knew why [she] was there for interview. [She] then started to cry. Inv. Taylor handed [her] a tissue. [She] said that [Josh] did something to [her] four years ago. [She] said [she] did not remember what [he] had done exactly. [She] said all [she] remembers is that [she] was on the washing machine and [he] picked [her] up and did something to [her]. … [She] said [she] did not remember what [he] had done. [She] said he had stuck [his] hand up [her] dress, but did not remember what [he] had done.
Her tears echo with me. But why was she crying? We don’t know. Was it because she was recalling a traumatic memory? Or did the trauma stem from being forced, in an institutional setting, to revisit for police an ambiguous incident that derived part of its meaning from family division, mistrust, and fear? Was the trauma in the event, the context, or the compelled retelling?
There are many things we don’t know about these stories, and many ways to read them. Something happened. Josh confessed at the time to “improper touching” and “wrong motives”; he “acted inexcusably,” he said in his ritual mea culpa this week. But how? He was never charged with any crime. (For more on why, see the Note at the end of this post.) I can only offer one subjective view.
Clearly Josh Duggar was a troubled child: an adolescent discovering his desires in repressive confines that gave them neither legitimacy nor outlet.The gamut of possible rubrics for his reported acts runs from odious to “merely” creepy. Why, though, is everybody sure the first recourse should have been criminal law and the police? There was no penetration, no intercourse, no incest, no violence, no force. There’s no clear sign that anybody suffered trauma, or any other harm. Most of the five girls remembered either nothing, or something too vague to be categorized, much less criminalized: a palimpsest of a seemingly minor experience and its subsequent panicked redescriptions. And even the number of his offensive actions remains indeterminable. Several of the later stories could be the product of a family environment already prone to moral paranoia about sexuality, and now perpetually on watch. We know too little to decide.
Photo depicts Josh Duggar at 27. Headline describes Josh Duggar at 14. From Intouchweekly.com.
The media are full of pictures of portly, 27 year-old Josh with the headline Child Molester. These deliberately obscure the fact that when it all happened, he was a child. Originally the “child molester” label meant menacing adults despoiling innocents. It’s only in recent years that we’ve come to believe that innocence is under threat from the innocents themselves.
And here, I think, the Duggar story melds with deep contemporary anxieties. Judith Levine has analyzed the rise, in American popular culture since the 1980s, of “a new ‘epidemic,’ the ‘sexualization’ of children; a new class of patient, ‘children with sexual behavior problems’; and a new category of sexual criminal perpetrator, ‘children who molest.’” Forms of sexual exploration that for decades or more, in a liberalizing society, had been unproblematic or normal for kids suddenly met a sharp punitive backlash. The very economic and social freedoms that many (middle-class) children enjoyed made parents fearful. “Experts” discovered danger in ever more private, domestic, and previously innocuous actions. Kids became the darkest threat to other kids.
As Roger Lancaster reveals in Sex Panic and the Punitive State, reports of child sex abuse in the US rose from 6,000 in 1976 to 350,000 twelve years later – a fifty-eight-fold increase. Was abuse exponentially growing? Were hundreds of thousands of survivors stepping forward? Or was the country in the grips of a panic, seeking sex and imagining abuse in gestures and conduct where they’d never been seen before? Likely, the latter. The panic was also helpful to a Reagan-era state fortifying its police powers. The pedophile in the house, Lancaster writes, “circulates fear of crime beyond the inner city and into the outer suburb. He thus fosters security measures and watchfulness in places far removed from any crime scene. He anchors the culture of control firmly within the far-flung redoubts of the white heterosexual middle-class family.”
Panic is a wave of articles: Google NGram graph of references to “child sexual abuse” in books published 1940-2008
Creating the child pedophile proved a particularly potent trigger for fear. Levine cites a welter of stories:
In 1996, in Manchester, New Hampshire, a ten-year-old “touched [two girls] in a sexual manner” (he grabbed at them on the school playground) and was charged with two counts of rape. In New Jersey, a neurologically impaired twelve-year-old who groped his eight-year-old stepbrother in the bath was compelled to register as a sex offender under Megan’s Law, a mark that could stigmatize him for life. In 1999, the newspapers briefly bristled with reports of a “child sex ring” in York Haven, Pennsylvania, in which “children as young as 7 .. taught each other to have sex.” An eleven-year-old girl was convicted of rape.
A single mother in Long Island, New York, tracked me down in 1999 to ask for help for her thirteen-year-old son, Adam, who had been accused of sexually rubbing against his eleven-year-old sister (she had boasted of her sexual experience to her friends, who were urged by her to report him to a school counselor). Adam was arrested, handcuffed, threatened with prosecution on adult felony charges, then placed in a youth sex offenders’ program in an austere Catholic residence (he was Jewish), where he was paroled after a year on the condition that he undergo at least another year of outpatient treatment.
A grandmother told Levine how a sex-offender institution kept her 11-year-old grandson locked up, despite pleas to release him. His refusal to confess, they said, showed he was “in denial.” After four years of incarceration for demanding what he was too young to call due process, the child killed himself.
Of course children can be violent; they can abuse and rape. And abusive sex within families is real. Accusations of incest have racked families I’m close to, even related to; I know how traumatic both the stories and the consequences can be. But Duggar was not accused of incest or violence or rape: only, and ambiguously, of fondling other children. Maybe we’ll learn something – some new story, from some new victim – that limns a conclusive horror. Till then, though, we need to ask the LGBT people piling on his case why they think he should be treated as the worst kind of criminal danger – and why the brand of “sex offender,” based on stories from his fourteenth year that led to neither charges nor conviction, should irrevocably make him a pariah a decade after the fact.
It’s clear what Duggar’s critics want to see: jail time, or worse.
Presumed innocent? Forget it. Delusionary activists confuse the police report with a court conviction; without even a criminal charge, Duggar’s guilt is “confirmed.”
Even supporting the guy merits prison:
And Dan Savage weighs in:
Just pause there. Savage wants Child Protection Services to descend with their full panoply of powers on the parents twelve years after – not on the alleged abuser, who’s grown up and doesn’t even live in the house. (Of course, police already interviewed almost half the children without parents present.) Presumably he wants the law, after inflicting its own brand of trauma on the kids, to ship them all to foster homes. Savage endorses the principle behind sex offender registries, with a vengeance: that “sex crime” accusations deprive you permanently of your civil rights, along with everyone around you. A teenage misdeed marks you for life, and your blood relations. This is a new stage in Savage’s transition from self-proclaimed “sex radical” to exponent of middle-class paranoia at its most unthinking. He takes what authorities do to gay men as a model; he just wants it done to everybody else.
The premise here is that the parents led a “cover-up.” And the basis is that when Daddy Jim Bob first heard his son might have fondled his sister – an act she didn’t remember – he should have summoned the police immediately. Here the underlying fear becomes clear: when children have problems and sex is involved, it’s a criminal matter first and above all. The law’s the best and only remedy for troubled children; the overwhelming danger they present demands the most draconian intervention. It’s all quite odd. Plenty of liberal Americans admit that our cops are racist torturers, our prisons are overpacked, our courts are warped and broken, the system runs on retributive fantasies – until they come up against a crime involving sex. Then those courts are paradigms of fairness, those brutal police our best friends; then it’s lock them up and throw away the key! And they seem almost triply eager to entrust human lives to the corrupt and unscrupulous system when the accused is a fourteen year-old child.
Crime control, as Lancaster writes, has become “the ‘pivot of governance’” in America; and sex is central to it. The specter of sexual predation dominates American culture, more dangerous than almost any other threats – economic disaster, political disempowerment, even the violent crimes we used to fear. Only terrorism rivals it. It’s a mythic, not material, peril. Innocence, Lancaster says – “a euphemism for child sexlessness” – has become the “new watchword, apparently more valued than children themselves. And offences against this childhood innocence have become a crime capable of inflaming opinion, inciting juries, and inspiring rash actions.” It’s natural that these invisible wrongs become the place par excellence where the police recover their respectability, the law its utility, the state its power. What we don’t notice is how our secular fear of sex replicates the Duggars’ religious strictures.
I challenge anybody to say, if they were Josh’s parent, the first allegation would have led them to call the police. Daddy Jim Bob alerted the rest of the family, in what seems to have been a effort to protect them. Apparently he immediately contacted the parents of the one alleged victim outside the family – appropriately: that is, he put the choice of whether or not to summon the police in their hands. All this is not a “cover-up,” though it does reflect a reluctance to send his son to prison. Where his response failed conspicuously was in finding a therapeutic solution. Jim Bob consulted his church elders, he claims; mistrusting secular programs, he sent Josh to “a Christian program in Little Rock which they felt more comfortable with.” He doesn’t seem to have considered therapy for his daughters. And the program, if it existed (the details are vague) was probably awful. If the boy derived any benefit – the accusations did stop after he turned 15 – it may have been simply from leaving home for a slightly less hothouse environment.
Reportedly, the Duggars’ homeschooling courses used materials from Bill Gothard, a Christian pseudo-educational guru whose model curricula include discussions of sexual abuse like this:
(There’s a whole website, recoveringgrace.org, devoted to people damaged by Gothard’s teaching materials; and this page offers more insight into how his minions view abuse.) If that’s true, it suggests any therapeutic response to Josh’s deeds that the Duggars endorsed might have only have added to the problem.
But paranoia about sex is not exclusive to Christian-right therapy. Neither is the replacement of rehabilitation by stigma, shame, and blame. Levine writes how, in respected programs for supposed child offenders,
the distinction between punishment and treatment is becoming more difficult to discern. A great deal of what passes for sex-offender treatment (such as an increasing number of “emotional growth” and other behavior-modification programs for misbehaving and violent youths) has been challenged as dubiously therapeutic and even abusive in itself. Moreover, unlike kids whose sentences are meted out by the juvenile justice system, those who become entangled in the mechanisms of “cure” are denied the legal protections afforded even adult perpetrators of the most heinous crimes.
One program she visited, she says, was “surely not the worst”:
But it was typical of youth sex-offender “therapy” today: steeped in conservative sexual values, behaviorist in approach, and employing classic good cop-bad cop manipulations by staff. … the practice was anything but consensual, and the rights of both children and parents were all but disregarded. The minute a child touched his neighbor’s penis or buttocks, he had been assumed devoid of moral faculties; there was simply no debating whether what he did was wrong. A patient received no due process: as long as he protested his innocence, he was “in denial” (the psychotherapeutic equivalent of “in contempt”) and could be dropped from the program that was a prerequisite of reunification with his family. Or worse: His treatment, unlike a jail sentence, could go on for years, during which he relinquished his own and his friends’ rights to privacy. Anything he said could be reported to the authorities, and in many programs he was required to furnish the names of everyone he’d had sex with.
Is this child abuse? What’s certain is that it shares with the Duggars’ ideology a deep, disabling fear of sex. The fear is turned in different directions, but it’s equally overpowering. And it’s kids who suffer.
The next generation; Duggar daughter describes childbirth to People magazine last month, while Rock Hudson watches, unimpressed
The other aspect of the cover-up charge is that the Duggars kept this from the press. Presumably the fact they’re on TV created obligations to their inquiring audience; their kids’ juvenile offenses became fair game like any other minor star’s misdeeds. Even hypocrites and homophobes, however, have a right to privacy. In fact, the way this case became public followed a typical, invasive trajectory for juvenile sex cases: through gossip and suburban ressentiment. In 2006, an outraged 61-year-old neighbor e-mailed Oprah before the Duggars were due to appear on her show. Her missive seemed spurred more by jealousy than concern (“THEY ARE NOT WHAT THEY SEEM TO BE … JIM BOB LIES TO HIS CHURCH AND HIS FRIENDS TO MAKE HIM LOOK GOOD”). Oprah’s company passed the message to Arkansas authorities. The investigation ended without charge, but local rumors about Josh continued to swirl; that prompted In Touch to file a Freedom of Information request for his police records.
There is no rational excuse for releasing these records to a gossip magazine. However, as protections for accused juveniles in the justice system have eroded, so has respect for their privacy. A 1996 survey of “Juvenile Justice Reform Initiatives in the States” by the federal Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention noted stoically that
Until recently, State laws and judicial norms were established with the understanding that the preservation of the privacy of juveniles adjudicated in the juvenile court is a critical component of the youth’s rehabilitation. Today, however, in the face of increasing public concerns over juvenile crime and violence, government agencies, school officials, the public, and victims are seeking more information about juvenile offenders.
In this case, of course, the alleged “offender” wasn’t even formally accused. There were no charges, and the case never reached a court. An Arkansas judge yesterday intervened and ordered the police record destroyed: too late to protect the privacy of any of the juveniles involved.
Back in the days: The Brady Bunch, reaching less than one-third the Duggar family dimensions
I’ve no interest in defending the Duggars. Their ideology repels me, and their sexual anxieties are likely to demolish all their children’s lives. But neither are they a unique, deplorable freak show, detached from the pattern of American life. Their program lured a cult following among Evangelicals, but its bizarrely distended family dynamics had a wider appeal. For decades now, American audiences have been drawn to shows depicting super-sized families: The Partridge Family (five kids), The Cosby Show (ditto), The Brady Bunch (six), Seventh Heaven, Eight is Enough, John and Kate Plus 8, plus movies like Cheaper by the Dozen and many more. 19 and Counting was by the far the biggest, but its grotesqueries suggest what the fascination is about. For the Duggars, the family isn’t just a consumption unit, the way we’ve all been trained to feel. It’s a place of production, a factory of souls. Real work is done there, and that’s how it justifies its value in a fallen world. I remember what Joan Didion wrote, visiting the industrial barons’ palaces in Newport:
The very houses are men’s houses, factories, undermined by tunnels and service railways … Somewhere in the bowels of “The Elms” is a a coal bin twice the size of Julia Berwind’s bedroom. The mechanics of such houses take precedence over all desires or inclinations; neither for great passions nor for morning whims can the factory be shut down, can production – of luncheons, of masked balls, of marrons glacés – be slowed.
There are no marrons glacés in Duggardom, but the apple dumplings carry the same idea. Everybody produced, in Duggardom. Most of the toil was exploited and underpaid, 19th-century style; the kids got 3 cents per chore. Jim Bob calculated that “all the family members combined have worked approximately 39,000 total hours building their new house” – a figure that Qatar could envy, and that helps explain how the Duggars remained so proudly debt-free. Sex, too, was chained to the wheel of labor. The “Quiverfull” version of Christian Patriarchy to which they subscribed was all about maximizing reproduction; it turned women’s wombs into production sites for manufacturing little Christians – lots of them. The Duggars harnessed desire to the assembly line. Of course this Fordist vision of the family couldn’t last; desire escaped its bonds, disastrously. But you see their appeal; they gave an answer to anomic Americans wondering why the family should survive at all.
“Family” is, of course, a word to conjure with in gay life now, as marriage equality advances. And needless to say it doesn’t mean to us what it does to the Duggars. Our socially accepted intimacies aren’t production sites but proofs, a visible demonstration that we belong. Ours is the family as spectacle. It’s where you show the world you’re respectable, as good as them.
A family meant to be watched has to be kept in line, though. Opinion, gossip, the prurient side of publicity are enforcers of conformity. They punish the recalcitrant, the outliers. (It’s no coincidence that some of the most prominent gay men in America today – Michelangelo Signorile, Michael Musto, Perez Hilton – started as or still are gossip columnists.) But beyond chastisement by headline lie more brutal forms of power. Families in the US are zones of correction. They’re less and less private, more and more subject to surveillance, more and more ruthlessly criminalized when they go wrong. The law forces “deviant” famlies to conform. And childhood is no refuge from the law. To the contrary: get ‘em while they’re young. The US has more of its youth in jails and prisons than any other country in the world.
When gay activists rage against the Duggars and demand draconian punishments for childhood fondling, they aren’t just taking revenge for the hate the Duggars aimed at them. There’s schadenfraude, but there’s something more. Everyone should, of course, have deep concern for Josh Duggar’s alleged victims. That doesn’t require relying on the prison-industrial complex to right the wrongs. The gays are putting themselves on the side of power as it works in the US today: on the side of the jailers, the side of privacy invaded, on the side of moral panic and against its victims.
There are plenty of reminders out there of how rumor and panic coupled with police power can destroy people, Just last week, a Texas appeals court finally overturned the convictions of Dan and Fran Keller. The couple were victims of the Satanic ritual-abuse panic of the 1980s, a witchhunt that saw hundreds jailed on charges ranging from ludicrous to insane. Terrified parents and eager police induced children at the Kellers’ day care center to tell stories of “videotaped orgies, of murder and dismemberment by chainsaw, of cats and dogs tortured and killed, of shark-filled swimming pools and a mutilated gorilla in Zilker Park, of corpses dug up and desecrated … of blood-soaked satanic rituals and of day flights to Mexico, where soldiers molested them before they were flown back to Austin in time to be picked up by their parents from the Kellers’ day care.” In 1992, they were sentenced to 48 years in prison. They served 21. They were finally freed in 2013, when the only physical evidence against them collapsed: an emergency room doctor untrained in pediatric forensics recanted, admitting that the signs of sexual abuse he’d supposedly seen on a girl’s body were actually normal variations. Voiding their convictions, the appeals court still refused to find them innocent. The Kellers, now in their 70s, remain under a permanent stain.
Fran and Dan Keller embrace outside the Travis County Jail on the day they were freed, December 2013. Photo by Debbie Nathan, who worked in their defense for years.
And there are cautionary stories that, for gays, should hit closer to home. Who remembers the boys of Boise? In 1955, in Idaho’s capital. police arrested three respected citizens for having sex with teenage boys. Local media seized the story to trumpet a threat to all the city’s children. “Crush the monster,” the Idaho Statesman warned. It went national: Time magazine claimed that a “widespread homosexual underground” had “preyed on hundreds of teen-age boys for the past decade.” Police hauled 1500 men in for questioning over the ensuing weeks. 16 eventually faced charges of “lewd conduct” or “infamous crimes against nature”; courts convicted all but one. Most got sentences from five years to life in prison. No children were protected; lives were ruined.
Then there’s Arkansas, the Duggars’ home. Three teenagers — Damien Echols, Jessie Misskelley, Jr., and Jason Baldwin, 16, 17, and 18 respectively — were charged in 1993 with the rape and ritual murder of three 8-year-old boys. Suspicion started because they listened to heavy metal music. They were queer, outcast, unmanly kids, the Devil’s brood. Media and churches wove a story of Satanic ritual abuse around the killings. In five to ten hours of intense interrogation, police pressured Misskelley into confessing and fingering the others. After their inevitable conviction, Lancaster writes, “New DNA evidence … established that the teens were not present at the crime scene. Forensic analysis concludes that the grisly dismemberments were the post-mortem work of wild animals, not ritual abusers.” In 2011, they won their freedom: the Arkansas Supreme Court refused to overturn their convictions, but resentenced them to time served. They had spent eighteen years in prison, with Echols on death row.
I’m sure the Duggars endorsed the kids’ ordeal; Satan is real for them. That’s not the point. Gays need to remember how panics work. When proof and privacy, doubt and due process disappear, it’s the deviant, weird, and unwanted who suffer most. Falling for the blandishments of power, you forget the people like you it hurt.
Promo for Mike Signorile’s May 2015 radio show on the Duggar scandal. Ecstatic gays seem to be dancing in the background.
Note. Why did the Springdale police not press charges against Josh Duggar in 2006? The police report peters out with a detective writing that he “had not been able to locate an offence inside of the statute of limitations of three years.” In the last week, this roused Twitter outrage that the statute of limitations was so low:
It’s more complicated. In Touch, breaking the story, claimed that “The charge being pursued while Josh was a minor was sexual assault in the fourth degree,” according to “multiple sources who have seen the police report and are familiar with the case.” Other media parroted this. But it’s wrong. The police report says differently: the most serious charge it lists is sexual assault in the second degree. Under Arkansas Code § 5.14.103 paragraph 6 (available through LexisNexis), that applies if “ Being less than eighteen (18) years old, the person engages in sexual contact with a person not the person’s spouse who is less than fourteen (14) years old.” (Arkansas Code § 5.14.101 defines “sexual contact” as “any act of sexual gratification involving the touching, directly or through clothing, of the sex organs, buttocks, or anus of a person or the breast of a female.”) In that form, second-degree sexual assault is a Class D felony, meaning it should have a statute of limitations of three years. There’s a catch, though: Arkansas Code § 5.1.109 stipulates that second-degree sexual assault has no statute of limitations “if the victim was a minor at the time of the offense.”
If I’m reading this right, then, the police were wrong about the statute of limitations. It’s possible they just didn’t know the law. Sex law in Arkansas, as in most places, is a confusing mess: a baroque welter of legal classifications imposed on impulsive acts. There’s another possibility, though. It should have been clear to any police officer, looking at the evidence from their interviews – the edifice of stray touches and forgetfulness — that this was a very flimsy case to bring to trial. Of course, in many sex-crime cases, evidence hardly matters; rumor is enough to prosecute. It’s possible, though, that they used the statute of limitations excuse to avoid admitting that what they’d found simply couldn’t sustain a high-profile prosecution.
Posted in Human Rights, LGBT Rights, Religion, Sexual Rights | Tagged 19 and Counting, child abuse, Christian right, Dan Savage, Duggars, Family Research Council, fundamentalism, Josh Duggar, juvenile offenders, privacy, religious right, Scott Long, sexual abuse | 10 Replies
Paper Bird: Three years old and growing
Origami Wren by Roman Diaz, folded by Gilad Aharoni: from giladorigami.com
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Tweet for Egypt on IDAHOT: Why it’s important
Image by Amr Okasha for http://www.correspondents.org/ar/
It’s the International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, and Transphobia (IDAHOT, for short). Here’s one important thing you can do. Tweet, or post on Facebook, or write on your blog with a message of support for trans and gay and lesbian Egyptians. Use the hashtags #Antihomophobia, or in Arabic #ضد_رهاب_المثلية . Or the hashtag #انا_مش_مجرم_انا_مختلف — in English, it’s #Am_not_aCriminal_Am_just_Different . Read more about the campaign here.
I’m usually sceptical of online activism: the conflation of clicks with change, the absence of any light at the end of the carpal tunnel syndrome. Twitter and Facebook, though, mean something different in Egypt. They didn’t create the Revolution — that was corporate propaganda — but they were spaces where possibilities opened. In the years of mounting discontent before 2011, when expressly political movements opposing Mubarak had mostly fragmented, dissident Facebook groups let people complain, communicate, and know the growing cyber-weight of their own numbers, During the Revolution itself, social media made news travel instantly: vital news, like which bridges were blocked, where snipers were lurking. (That’s why, on January 28, 2011, the government tried to shut the whole Internet down.) And after the Revolution, they were ways for an amorphous, acephalous movement to discuss itself, not exactly democratically but with anarchic exhilaration. (In the summer of 2011, the military rulers indicated a willingness to meet with a few activists; some ad-hoc leaders of the ongoing sit-ins in Midan Tahrir nominated a bevy of men. Women revolutionaries seized the highly public megaphone of Twitter to object, and debate the whole issue of representation.) None of this was problem-free. Dependence on virtual spaces distracted people from political organizing after Mubarak was overthrown. Tahrir activists’ inability to ally over the long term with rebellious labor movements, wildcat strikers, peasants, and others neither versed nor interested in Facebook debate was a devastating failure. This wasn’t any secret at the time: already in the summer of 2011, the famous dissident Alaa Abd el Fattah and others started organizing “#TweetNadwa,” face-to-face meetings among major revolutionary Tweeters (a phrase only imaginable in Egypt), to prise strategic discussions away from the smartphone screens. But I remember a story I heard from a leftist doctor, who helped bring some wounded young people to a hospital during the Ittihadiyya clashes in December 2012 — angry protests outside Mohammed Morsi’s presidential palace. The victims were bleeding, the emergency room nurses ignored them, and she started shouting for help. Two well-known revolutionaries stood in a corner, fixated on their smartphones. “Would you mind keeping it down?” one said. “We’re Tweeting.”
Revolutionary graffiti from Cairo: A freedom fighter wields a phone and Facebook
No: Twitter isn’t enough to change things. But it remains a start, a step. In Egypt, social media helped create alternative public spheres, which at certain points — when the regime was jailing opposition politicians in the late 2000s; when young people wanted to share their indignation at torture and corruption, as in 2008-2010 — were vital. During the Eighteen Days, when State Security went about slaughtering people on the streets, those alternative public spheres merged with the real, habitable public sphere in towns and cities across Egypt, the imaginary and the actual melding, and their accumulated strength — like a string’s vibration magnified in an enormous echo chamber — brought a dictatorship down. And now?
Public space in Egypt is shrivelling. You can go to jail for half a decade for joining a peaceful protest, and that’s if you’re lucky. If the stars align against you, police will murder you where you stand. Civil society is cowed, the press fawns fecklessly, political movements cringe and comply. You feel the contraction in smaller ways too, in the police harassment of downtown cafes and street salesmen, the message — punctuated by truncheons — that sidewalks and sociality are targets of surveillance and control. Social media are more and more important to people who still dissent; they’re places where you can still find others who either think likewise or are bold enough to argue back. After Mona Iraqi’s raid on the Bab el-Bahr bathhouse last December — a time when everybody I knew was convinced we were all going to be arrested soon — it genuinely was critical for embattled LGBT people that veteran revolutionaries, intellectuals, leftists and liberals expressed their outrage at the abuse, over and over, on Facebook and Twitter, in the only spaces left them. It meant solidarity; it told the government that its pursuit of victims and publicity had breached a barrier of fundamental decency; it gave the indispensable gift of courage. It almost certainly led to the men’s acquittal — an unprecedented retreat by a regime that tosses out guilty verdicts like confetti. It’s important this support not abate. It’s important to keep affirming, at the last extremity, the indivisibility of human rights.
Shaimaa el-Sabbagh dying in Tahrir Square after police shot her, Cairo, January 24, 2015
IDAHOT is essentially about the kind of public world we’re building. It was started in 2004 by Louis-Georges Tin, a French academic and activist, a sometimes difficult man but one who conceived a hugely persuasive idea. The day caught on with LGBT groups (and people) around the globe because it captured a grating dissatisfaction with the compulsory celebrations that Prides entail, the drumbeat message that everything is getting better and better and better. No, it isn’t. Hatred and violence persist. Creating specialized, carnival spaces to congratulate ourselves offers an escape but not necessarily a solution, and the more commercial demands shape those spaces — the more they’re about money and exclusion, the more you pay to party — the less they adumbrate the equal, diverse, and democratic public sphere that so many movements once had the temerity to dream. IDAHOT asked why homophobia and inequality flourish in the larger world, why public space still isn’t safe for us, and what we can do. (Of course prejudice and violence are powerful and cruel in what we curtain off as the “private” sphere — families, homes. But we can only learn about that and respond to it adequately in a public world that’s open for argument.) Its festivities tend to feature discussion panels rather than discos. Sometimes, of course, this stifles politics as much as any Pride can. Listening to a self-appointed talking head lecture is no more intrinsically empowering than staring at a shirtless twink dancing in a cage. And if the head belongs to some droning government hack or politician, it’s not hard to figure out which to prefer. But the aspiration remains. And the question of what the public sphere should be like, and who belongs there, is crucial in a place like Egypt.
A lot is happening around the world this May 17. Take this IDAHOT video from Iranti, a South African queer activist group with a focus on visual media. It’s part of a campaign against imposed gender roles in schools — the way school policies, and school uniforms, reify kids into “masculine” and “feminine” roles. And the kids themselves speak:
Or watch this video, an interview with Kenyan activist Solomon Wambua, about families and coming out. It’s one of an extensive series produced by None On Record, an LGBTI digital media group documenting queer activism in Africa.
In Russia there’s a range of events, mostly hoping to evade the police, including rainbow flashmobs from Archangelsk to Tyumen. You can find a rundown here. (Check, too, the moving photo campaign that Russian trans activists organized for IDAHOT last year, to support depathologizing transgender identity.) And read this publication of the international Youth Coalition for Sexual and Reproductive Rights, with reflections on freedom of expression by young queers from Romania to Nepal.
Photo circulating on Twitter, reportedly of a judge killed by gunmen in North Sinai, May 16
But remember Egypt, too. Tweet or post. You don’t have to be only a passive consumer of others’ activism. You can participate, in however seemingly-small a way, and help defend what public sphere remains. Yesterday the Egyptian regime, which is in love with death, sentenced the democratically elected president it overthrew to die, along with more than 100 of his supporters. A court declared that the Ultras — groups of football fans, children in their teens or youth in their twenties, whose only politics is a deep hatred of the thuggish police — are “terrorists.” In North Sinai, already bleeding from a years-long civil war, gunmen attacked a bus carrying a group of judges to a court session, and massacred four of them. The regime loves just such deaths. This morning, the country woke to find itself in an intensified state of emergency, “maximum alert,” with ramped-up security patrolling the streets. A Tweet can’t do much against such violence, such repression: true. But it’s a small blow for space and speech, against silence. Where silence is in power, every word is precious.
No; but a Tweet may help. Cairo graffiti, November 2011. Photo by Gigi Ibrahim.
Posted in Human Rights, LGBT Rights, Politics | Tagged #AntiHomophobia, #Am_not_aCriminal_Am_just_Different, #انا_مش_مجرم_انا_مختلف, #ضد_رهاب_المثلية, Egypt, Facebook, homophobia, IDAHOT, International Day against Homophobia, Scott Long, Sisi, social media, transphobia, Twitter | 3 Replies
Remembering the Queen Boat, fourteen years after
Defendants in the Queen Boat trial wait in court for the verdict to be read, Cairo, November 14, 2011: photo by Norbert Schiller
The night of May 12, 2001 – fourteen years ago today – I worked in my office late. Back then I was program director for the International Gay and Lesbian Human Rights Commission, a US-based NGO. Sometime after midnight an email snapped me out of drowsiness, from someone in Egypt who called himself “Horus.” The evening before, police had raided a dance club on a boat moored in the Nile. They’d arrested dozens of men whom they accused of being gay. The stranger’s roommate was among them. He was afraid they were being tortured. He sent messages to all the human rights organizations whose addresses he could find. In the end, I was the only one who answered him.
His real name was Maher Sabry, and he effectively broke that story to the world. Police arrested thirty people on the Queen Boat on May 11, 2001, and threw them into cells with a dozen others whom they’d seized on the streets in the preceding days. They concocted a scandalous case of conspiracy, perversion, blasphemy, with obscure political motives behind it. The trial dominated Egyptian headlines for months. All the men’s lives were ruined. In the next three years, police raided parties and private homes in search of “debauchery”; undercover cops entrapped victims over the Internet; judges sentenced hundreds or thousands more to jail.
Bridgebuilder: Major General Hatem Amin
Fourteen years have passed. Last week in Egypt, police in the Sinai resort of Sharm el-Sheikh arrested a 26-year Jordanian citizen “wearing women’s clothes,” and charged the victim with “sexual perversion.” Al-Youm al-Sabbah, mouthpiece for the government’s ongoing moral panic, carried pictures, probably taken from her phone or laptop. The case went to prosecutors; it’s not clear whether she’ll be deported or sent to prison. Sharm el-Sheikh was where Generalissimo Sisi held his celebratory investment fair in March, to underwrite his brutalities with foreign money; perhaps, back then, the victim saw US Secretary of State John Kerry cruise by in a limousine. Major General Hatem Amin, head of the provincial security directorate, presided over the investigation. When Amin got his job in July 2014, he declared that one of his responsibilities (in addition to torturing alleged terrorists, which in Sinai goes without saying) would be to “finish the bridge of trust between citizens and police.” Trust is built over the bodies of the despised; this is a lesson from Sisi.
Egypt’s new rulers know how to commemorate an anniversary.
Photo of the arrested Jordanian citizen, from Youm7
These banal numbers and blurred photos are about people’s lives. A 22-year-old who was arrested on the Queen Boat in 2001 told me what happened at the police station that night:
This officer who I think was a psycho came over to us. He started shouting abuse at all of us. He said to us, “I want the khawalat [faggots] to one side and the ordinary people to the other side. “ He was silent for a minute. “Of course, you don’t have any normal people, you’re all khawalat.”
Other officers came over and this officer called us out one by one. They looked us over. I was one of the first to be called out. I was well-dressed but he thought my clothes looked “girlish” though I was just wearing a tight T-shirt top, and a jacket, and pants with a little flower stitched on them, around the cuff. They all thought I was effeminate, all through this ordeal, so I was singled out for special attention. After that, he made me take my pants off to see what I was wearing underneath. … He told me, “Of course you are a khawal.” I said, of course not. And then he started beating me terribly. … He used fists and a hose. He beat me on my back with it. Over and over. I’ll never forget that.
This man, now my friend, eventually escaped to France. Another friend of mine, who lived in the provincial town of Tanta, told me how the police arrested more than eighty suspected khawalat in the city in 2002, after a gay man named Adel was murdered. They were all tortured to get information:
[One man] was hung up for four days without food or drink, by cuffs in the window … They tied [another man’s] hands and feet, and put him on a metal thing with two legs — a kind of metal sawhorse — and tied him so that he was hanging under it. He was blindfolded and naked. They attached wires to him and electroshocked him all night. They electroshocked his tongue. The next day they brought us in to him. He was lying on the floor in the office of the chief of detectives, where the torture happened. His tongue was swollen and hanging out of his mouth. I recognized his fingers and toes as they brought me in to him—there wasn’t much else I could recognize. I could barely understand him when he tried to talk. … An officer came in. He said, “Write down the names of all the khawalat you saw in Adel’s apartment in the last ten years.” He had shown him to us as a warning.
And here is the testimony of a young trans woman who talked to me last year. She and three friends were arrested in April 2014 in an apartment in Cairo, thirteen years minus a month after the Queen Boat:
The head policeman asked: “Do you have girls, weed, weapons in the apartment?” We said no. He said, “I am going to search this place.” … An informer [plainclothesman] said to the officer: “See how they look, they are all khawalat.” The officer said: “You don’t need a warrant for this type of people.”
They took us to the police station … They started hitting us in the face and kicking our legs, and touching us all over. The informers kept trying to pull my hair out. “Are these prostitutes?” the officer in charge said, and the other police said, “No, they are khawalat.” He said, “In more than 24 years I have never seen khawalat so effeminate. Take off your clothes.” …
Another officer, when he was told we were khawalat, starting beating us violently … The officers began sexually abusing us, grabbing our breasts. One of the informers said, “If you don’t sleep with me, I’ll put you in detention with the other prisoners.” … A “nice” clerk came and said, “They are sick people and you shouldn’t hit them.” Then he started taking a video of us.
.التكرار يعلّم الحمار Or, as they say elsewhere: plus ça change …
Egypt’s finest torturers: police on duty in Cairo. Photo from Al Ahram.
Note: The testimonies from 2001-2002, along with many other stories, can be found in Human Rights Watch’s 2004 report, In a Time of Torture: The Assault on Justice in Egypt’s Crackdown on Homosexual Conduct.
Posted in Gender Identity, Human Rights, LGBT Rights, Sex Work, Sexual Rights | Tagged #Am_not_aCriminal_Am_just_Different, #انا_مش_مجرم_انا_مختلف, Cairo 52, debauchery, Egypt, fugur, homosexuality, Moral panic, Queen Boat, Scott Long, Sisi, Youm7 | 4 Replies
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OLYMPIA – June 25, 2015 – The Washington State Parks’ Folk and Traditional Arts in the Parks Program invites the public to a series of family dances at Cama Beach State Park in July.
The “Kick Up Your Heels and Dance” events are free and run from 7 to 9 p.m. Saturday July 11, 18 and 25 at the Cama Center at Cama Beach State Park, 1880 SW Camano Drive on Camano Island. (Directions: https://goo.gl/maps/CnNMC). A Discover Pass will be needed for day-use visits to these events.
July 11: Family Square Dance with the Barn Owls and Gabe Strand, Caller
The Barn Owls call themselves a “vintage country and old-timey band.” An all-female group, each grew up in a musical family and each brings an intuitive and inventive bent to the old-time and early country music tradition, mixing high energy dance tunes with tight three-part harmonies. The Barn Owls are Brittany Newell on fiddle, Hanna Traynham on banjo, and Kate Lichtenstein on guitar. Gabe Strand has called for traditional square dances up and down the West Coast in grange halls, Veterans’ halls and barns, learning by hitching himself to experienced callers in the Pacific Northwest. Co-founder of the Seattle Subversive Square Dance Society, Strand has gone on to create opportunities in Seattle for others to get involved in traditional square dance as musicians, dancers and callers. All ages are welcome, and no dance experience is required.
July 18: Family Dance with La Famille Léger and Dr. Squeeze, Caller
La Famille Léger is a family band whose patriarch, Louis Léger, has roots in New Brunswick. He has passed his love of French Acadian music to his family: Louis’s wife, Barbara, plays guitar, and his son, Devon, plays fiddle. Devon’s wife, Dejah, sings, plays piano and guitar, and sometimes stepdances. All members of the band play les pieds, or “the feet”—tapping along a rhythm to the music in a traditional Acadian way. Louis himself plays both accordion and fiddle. His alter-ego, “Dr. Squeeze,” will call the dances, which will include some Acadian dances as well as squares and contras. All ages are welcome, and Louis will walk everyone through the dance moves before the band gets going. No prior dance experience required.
July 25: Square Dance Club Event with Veteran Callers
Come watch local square dance club the Fidalgo Fogcutters dance with John Corrigan as Caller
and Caron Grasso cueing Phase 2 Round Dances. Summer attire is suggested, and club dancers need to make reservations for this July 25 dance by contacting Dennis or Sandy Peterson at 360-387-0165 or djpslp@msn.com. Audience members will be invited to learn and participate in some of the dances.
All of the programs are free of charge. A Discover Pass is required for parking at Cama Beach. All concerts are accessible to persons with disabilities. For special accommodations, please call the park at (360) 387-1550 or the Washington Telecommunications Relay Service (800) 833-6388. Requests must be made in advance.
About the Folk and Traditional Arts in the Parks Program
The July 11 and 18 dances at Cama Beach State Park are part of a broader series of events celebrating Washington’s diverse cultures and presented by the Folk and Traditional Arts in the Parks Program. The program is a partnership between the Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission and Northwest Heritage Resources, with funding provided by grants from the National Endowment for the Arts and the Washington State Parks Foundation. For a full schedule of Folk and Traditional Arts in the Parks Program events, visit www.parks.wa.gov/calendar.
About Cama Beach State Park
Cama Beach State Park is set in a spectacular, 433-acre waterfront location against a forested backdrop on the southwest shore of Camano Island facing Saratoga Passage. Cama Beach offers visitors a chance to step back in time to a 1930s-era Puget Sound fishing resort complete with waterfront cedar cabins and bungalows. It is connected by a mile-long trail to Camano Island State Park, a 134-acre camping park. Both parks are open for day use or overnight stays year-round. For more information about Cama Beach State Park, visit: http://www.parks.wa.gov/483/Cama-Beach
Debbie Fant: (360) 902-8635
Toni Droscher: (360) 902-8604
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Dan Sharp-Ears
by Dan Johnson | 2:32 pm | Jul 7, 2011
I had every reason to think I’d love the New York Phil’s production of The Cunning Little Vixen as much as I did their staging of Le Grand Macabre with the same creative team.
The pieces have a lot in common: Ligeti, who ranked Janácek just behind Stravinsky and Bartók in his Twentieth Century Top Three, seems to have borrowed from him the piquant atmospherics and diabolical brass stings that Alan Gilbert rendered so well last season—and the weird beauty Gilbert illuminated deep within the gnarls and tangles of Ligeti’s grotesque score is just the sort of thing you’ll find in every bar of Janácek’s great operas.
Both operas are also impossible to stage “realistically.” Le Grand Macabre was inspired by a puppet show, Príhody Lišky Bystroušky by a comic strip, and presenting either means dealing imaginatively with serious problems of scale.
How do you put the end of the world on stage? How do you direct a scene that plays out between an opera singer playing a gamekeeper and an opera singer playing a mosquito? Director Doug Fitch‘s Giants Are Small was, as their name suggests, exactly the right team to handle these challenges. Whatever Le Grand Macabre lacked in visual attractiveness, it made up for in sophistication, clarity and ingenuity.
So picture my delight (artist’s rendering: “:-D”) upon walking into the hall for Vixen and finding that the whole stage was done up quite attractively, with golden light (lights designed by Clifton Taylor) and towering, oversized sunflowers (scenery designed by the director, with G.W. Mercier) and hardly at a loss for visual appeal.
Then out came the children, dressed up as li’l insects and assorted forest creatures, and it soon became apparent that the designs here (also by Fitch) were also going to be as attractive as they were clever, clearly evocative without aiming for anything like realism—little Yves Mervin-Leroy‘s frog costume had clearly been, in a previous life, a lime hoodie and a light green A&F tee, while the Vixen’s “haunches” were actually created using a pair of cargo shorts (finally, a use for cargo shorts!) in a very vivid, specific, satisfying rust-orange.
The cast, including the kids, moved with appropriately animal grace, and during those passages where the audience is supposed to be dazzled by the beauty of nature, the stage was full of life, right up to he end of a runway snaking out from the apron into the audience, and so the effect really came off. And yet the interactions between the characters seemed imprecise in a way I can’t put my finger on—which probably nullifies my complaint (a vagueness I can only describe vaguely = never mind), but still, some kind of clarity seemed lacking that I didn’t miss at Macabre.
Another reason Vixen was a promising piece for this sort of treatment: placing the orchestra onstage with the singers has real advantages in an opera this richly orchestrated. I mean, I’m the guy, when I go to the opera, who keeps his eyes glued to the stage and basically wouldn’t notice what the orchestra was doing unless the first horn not only cracked a high note but actually caught on fire.
But I fucking love orchestral music (as I’m sure did most of the audience, which is why they’re NY Phil fans), and Janácek was one of the great orchestral composers of the 20th century, even though—since most of it was written for an orchestra that sits in a hole in the ground—you’ll never hear him in the concert hall, aside from a handful of sort-of chestnuts. And then there are the orchestral interludes in his operas, where the orchestra is supposed to be the center of attention, but you’ll sprain your neck craning to watch them.
So here was a chance to put some of his most luxurious writing under the bright lights and give it a good close look, and it was ravishing. Gilbert delivered; not only did he supply the requisite atmospherics and dramatic effects, but his unsentimental approach to tempo and sophisticated control of dynamics yielded moments of real intensity—during the vixen’s transfiguration scene, for instance, just where you’d expect him to hang back and indulge, he instead drove the orchestra urgently forward, and at the end of it I found myself just beggin’ for more, but in the good, “always leave them wanting more” way.
The disadvantage of putting the orchestra onstage, of course, is that it makes it a lot harder to hear the damn singers, so on my little Opera Queen scorecard I was basically rating everybody entirely according to how loud they were.
It seems kind of dumb to sing an opera in English translation with a composer like Janácek, who was ALL ABOUT the music inherent in his native tongue, and so you can’t understand what anybody’s saying anyway because the speech-rhythms are perversely inappropriate, and anyway there were projected supertitles giving the English translation already, and anyway the supertitles didn’t even MATCH the sung text part of the time (whether that was due to singerly flubs or edits to the text I can’t say), and anyway it’s OPERA so people’s words are distorted all to heck because they have to sing them on high notes, but on top of all of that the balance was all screwed up by the positioning of the orchestra vs. singers, so there were plenty of moments when we had to look at the supertitles just for the gist.
Anyway, here’s who scored high on my little checklist: Isabel Bayrakdarian, of course, who sounded as sexy and free as every little vixen should; Kelley O’Connor (as Lapák the dog), who went to school with me, and so I am TOTALLY IN THE TANK, but I can’t get enough of her dark-yet-brassy voice, so shut up; Alan Opie as the Forester; Wilbur Pauley (whose stainless-steel diction you’ll remember from Macabre, if you were at Macabre), and Joshua Bloom (also in Macabre) as Harašta, the poultry dealer who, SPOILER ALERT, kills the Vixen for her fur.
Actually, maybe that’s one more useful comparison between Vixen to Macabre—their surprising optimism in the face of death. Obviously, Ligeti’s might-as-well-live nihilism is a bit darker, but aren’t his nihilism and Janácek’s pantheism two sides of the same coin?
In the opera’s final scene, a shower has just passed over; the Forester reflects upon the springtimes of his lost youth and says something like, boy I hate these mosquitos, but I love it when the sun comes out in the evening!, which (you’ll have to excuse my maybe not so great translation from the Czech but) is kind of what the whole piece is about.
Life is full of people killing and dying for no good reason, loving and suffering in vain, a wandering from darkness to darkness, but between the darkness of the storm and the darkness of dusk sometimes there’s a great light that makes everything seem beautiful again. What makes life worth the living after all is the beauty of the things we can’t control, be it the untamable heart of that fickle somebody, or an untamable beast of the forest. The sun so seldom comes out when we want it to, but it will always come out again.
(Photo: Chris Lee)
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Dew drops, Sunshine and a Blade of Grass – The first Date
(Note: This is an additional chapter to the already concluded ‘Dew drops, Sunshine and a Blade of Grass’ – a 10 episode romantic web series. The first date between Sid and Anahita was something that was never published. When I came across the draft today, I felt I should be doing that.)
Click here to read the first episode.
The First Date
“What are you up to? :)”, her text message arrived.
The store was lazily filled with people who were busy posing as someone who is definitely going to make a purchase.
“So this washing machine, would it work for sure?”, a customer in his late thirties asked me.
He was accompanied by his wife.
“Yes. Do you want to buy it?”, I asked.
He looked at his wife and then at me.
“I mean this specific piece that I am going buy. Will it work for sure?”, he raised his concern.
“Getting entertained by customers”, I replied to Anahita’s message.
“Sir. Would it work?”, he repeated the question.
I scanned the floor for Customer Assistants- everyone was busy.
“Yeah”, I kept my answer short. I wasn’t convinced that he was going to buy it.Yet I felt the need to add the following statement. “There is a warranty that we issue with the machine”.
He didn’t appear as if he was convinced.
“But, if we go back home and find it faulty, wouldn’t it be troublesome to raise a complaint?”, he asked.
My phone beeped again.
“Feeling hungry, stuck in class”, she had texted.
“What would you love to have?”, I asked.
“Sir?”, the customer interrupted me.
I threw a questioning look at him.
“What do you suggest?”, I tried to sound gentle.
“Can’t we test the piece right here?”, he asked. His wife nodded , suggesting that it would be the right thing to do.
My phone beeped.
Anahita – “Donuts 😉 “.
I looked at the customer and while trying to conceal my displeasure, I said – “Well if you could hand me that dirty white shirt that you are wearing, we could test the machine. We could try giving it a wash, right here right now”.
I didn’t even wait for his reply. There was something running in my mind. I picked up my car keys and walked out of the store – asking the store manager to take care of the showroom, before doing so.
“What!”, she exclaimed.
“Just come outside. Outside the college gate”, I repeated.
“You must be kidding! I have my classes. They might mark me absent”, she tried to resist.
“Seriously..?” I teased her.
“You are not in a school Anahita”.
“Fineee!” she laughed and ended the call.
After she had given me her phone number, it was all about good night, good morning and occasional phone calls. We had never really met.
I wanted to meet her now and wanted to take her on our first date.
My phone rang.
“I am outside the college. Where are you?”, she asked.
“Let’s play a game”
“What!”, that was her third ‘what’ in the day.
“I have a mission for you”, I said.
“What!” she had refused to stop uttering that word.
“There is a note for you, stuck on the lamp post next to the gate”, I gave her my first instruction.
She looked around in confusion and walked towards the post. When she found the note, she looked around again in an attempt to trace me.
“Sid.!”, she exclaimed.
“The sun that sets in the east, is the one that was lazy to wake up”, I had written on the note.
“It’s a critical mission Sergeant Anahita. You have been designated with the task of retrieving a package from one of our subordinates and delivering it to commander Jhin Xiu”, I spoke in a dramatic tone.
“Sid!”, she took my name again – this time in a complaining tone. The very next moment it appeared as if she had begun to buy into my idea of role play.
“Yes Sir. Where would I find him?”, she asked- like a man on a mission.
“You need to walk a distance of about 250 meters towards south east”, I was trying to give her my instruction when she interrupted.
“That I assume is towards the bus stop”, she said.
I was taken aback by surprise.
“Smart.!”, I exclaimed.
“Yes. Towards the bus stop. There you will find lieutenant Myuing Tsao from whom you have to collect the package”.
“But how will I identify him?”.
“He will be wearing a green shirt and a blue jean”.
“That sounds cool!”, she laughed – mildly.
“On the note is the passcode. Memorize it. Before handing over the package, he will ask for the passcode. You make a mistake and mission will fail”, I carefully instructed her.
“Yes sir”, I guess she was trying to suppress her laughter.
“Okay. Our men with snipers have marked you. If you try to run away from this, you will be shot dead”, I warned her.
“No sir. I won’t”, said she in a stern voice and hung the call.
I could now see her walking towards the bus stop. There were about a dozen passengers waiting for the bus. She spotted a man in green shirt.
“Lieutenant”, she said after stroking him on the shoulder.
The man in green shirt turned around and looked at her in confusion.
“Lieutenant Myuing Tsao”, she repeated, this time in an uncertain tone.
“Sorry.!”, the man replied with confusion. Passengers at the bus stop started staring at her.
“Are you Myuing Tsao? Lieutenant Myuing Tsao?”, she asked him again in a scared voice.
“What.!”, the man exclaimed. Few of the passengers laughed.
She turned pink in embarrassment.
“Sorry.!”, she apologized and immediately pulled out her phone and dialed me.
“What kind of prank is this? I am feeling so very embarrassed. I mean people started staring at me. I guess I appeared a crazy woman”, she started ranting.
“Passcode please”, she heard someone saying.
When she turned around, she found the same green shirt guy. Vinod had managed to carry out the act impressively well.
“Oh.!”, she smiled at him. “Hang on.!”, she told me over the phone.
“The sun that sets in the east, is the one that was lazy to wake up”, she uttered the passcode with a gleaming smile.
“Should be right!”, he winked and handed over a large carry bag to her.
“Sir.! I have collected the package. Where should I drop it?”, she asked.
“Sergenat! As instructed earlier you need to deliver it to commander Jhin Xiu”.
“But where will I find Jhin Xiu?”, she laughed.
“Cross the road and get into the park. He will be wearing a hooded jacket and glasses”
“All rite”, said she.
She took a while to reach the park.
“Commander Xiu”, she said.
“Well done.!”, I removed my glasses.
She handed me over the package.
“You have successfully completed your mission”, I greeted her.
“What’s next sir?”, she asked.
“Let’s have some food”, I replied.
“Where?”, she asked.
“Here”, I smiled and pulled out a donuts box from the package that she had delivered me.
“Stupid!”, She laughed and quickly grabbed it from my hands.
July 14, 2016 May 10, 2018 chandrajith chanbeautiful, beautiful story, blade of grass, dew drops, love story, romantic story, sunshineLeave a comment
The portrait of Queen Ina! – A short story
“How much did you say?” he asked.
When Zylos heard the whopping amount that he will be paid for his work, it was difficult for him to believe that he had heard it right.
“A hundred thousand Stellars”, came the reply.
Zylos was the most renowned painter in town – earning his living by drawing portraits for elites. It was the country of Origiana in its late 1500s, ruled by Queen Ina.
There were various tales that spoke of Queen Ina’s rise from a being a singer in the court to becoming the queen. She was married to prince Tyzar who went on to become the king. Upon his untimely demise, the baton was passed onto her – She became the ruler.
The minister of the state was at the door of Zylos with an offer. A portrait of Queen Ina had to be painted and he would be paid a huge amount in return.
“Zylos! Would you agree to paint the picture of her highness, Queen Ina?” the minister asked.
The assignment was not something that would demand much of his effort. The money that he would be getting in return would would help him lead a life- lead by the rich.
He accepted it.
“But there’s a condition”, said the minister.
Zylos threw a questioning look at him.
“You can’t paint the picture in her presence”, he said.
“Then?” asked Zylos.
“You cannot expect her to warm her seat and pose, while you paint her. We would allow you to attend the court proceedings and you could stay there for half an hour. We would allow your visit every day until you are done”.
“So you want me to memorize her face and continue the drawing once I am back home?” asked Zylos. Artistic genius that he was, drawing from memory wasn’t something that bothered him.
‘It might take some time, but not forever’, he thought.
“That shouldn’t be difficult. Could be a matter of weeks”, he gave his nod.
The minister smiled at him- “The queen will have a look at the painting. She would expect the portrait to match her beauty – every contours on face intact. Any flaw that she finds in it and you will not be paid for your work”.
“So the money…” Zylos paused.
“You will be paid after your work!” the minister smiled.
Queen Ina was perhaps the most beautiful woman on the earth – at least amongst those women whom Zylos had seen.
Every day he spent twenty minutes in the court looking at her – paying attention to every minute detail on her face. He was not allowed to carry any drawing material to the court, hence all his observations had to stay in his mind until he returned home.
Once home, he would quickly try to put those details on canvas. He would spend hours on every line that he drew and every stroke that he made.
Every day he would wake up early in the morning and stare at the canvas until it would be time to rush to court. In the court he would then spend time in identifying those details on her face that deviated from his painting.
Weeks rolled and then months, but the painting wasn’t complete. Ones which were complete didn’t appear perfect to him and he had them thrown away only to start with a new canvas.
He tried to distance himself from others. He stopped talking to those around. He kept thinking about Queen Ina’s face all the while.
One day it occurred to Zylos – ‘My wife is also beautiful. She might be someone who is serving as my distraction. While I draw Queen Ina, it must be my wife’s face that is invading my memory every now and then’.
The moment that thought crossed his mind, he started avoiding his wife. He stopped looking at her, with a fear that it would influence his painting. He burnt all his wife’s portraits.
A year passed by!
Her husband’s behavior started bothering her. She turned ill and one day she passed away. However, her desertion had little impact on Zylos. He continued painting the portrait – all day and all night.
Few more years passed by and Zylos was yet to paint a portrait that satisfied him. He kept visiting the court and the minister kept enquiring about the progress. The desire to paint a perfect portrait had turned into an obsession!
The neighboring kingdom Vyzan had declared a war on Origiana. The battle was fought. After four weeks of war Origiana lost.
Brave lady that she was, Queen Ina was one amongst those countless warriors who had lost their lives in the war. Every royal belongings including the palace was destroyed.
The king of Vyzan took over Origiana.
Few more years passed by.
Now Zylos had turned old and was in his fifties – leading a lonely life.
One day a carriage stopped by his hut. A bald man of almost his age stepped out of the carriage. His attire and the badge that he wore, suggested that he was a senior official in the court of Vyzan.
“Is this the place where Zylos, the painter lives?” the bald man asked.
Zylos took a moment and nodded.
“Are you the one who was working on the portrait of Queen Ina?” he asked.
“Yes”, said Zylos in a shaky voice.
There was a sharp change in the bald man’s expression. He was visibly excited. “Well. Do you still have any of her paintings”, the official asked, with a hint of anxiety in his voice.
Zylos didn’t reply. Instead, he took him inside and pointed at a huge pile of paintings – covered in dust.
He picked up a cloth and slowly started dusting them before arranging them on the floor one by one. Every picture in the pile was the portrait of Queen Ina! Painted with perfection!.
When the last piece was dusted and laid on the floor, the bald man stopped counting. There were around a thousand of them!
“Beautiful!” he exclaimed in a voice that choked.
Zylos responded with a forced smile on his tired face.
“Why have you painted so many of them, a thousand ?”, the bald man asked.
“I don’t know”, Zylos replied softly.
“I am buying them, all of them”, said the bald men- gently.
Zylos was taken aback by surprise.
“One million Stellars”, he said and held out a large leather pouch towards Zylos.
The artist was at loss of words. All his old memories rushed in. Tears rolled down his cheeks. With a shaky hand he touched the pouch and with the other he wiped his tears.
The bald man signaled his men and they started moving those paintings to his carriage.
When he was about to leave, Zylos asked the question that had made nest in him all this while.
“Why pay so much for her painting?” he asked.
The bald man stopped and turned around. He came closer to him and started speaking.
“I was born here and was in this town until I left this country at the age of seventeen. Until then I used to look at her daily, listen to her sing by the river bank, dreaming of my future with her and thinking of ways to talk to her and confess my love.
I left this country in a hope of making it rich and returning one day, being someone who could ask her hand in marriage at ease.
But I am returning now, after a gap of thirty years. So much has transpired in these thirty years- struggle, war, longings and at last a comfortable life.
My love towards her stayed persistent, but I couldn’t recollect her face anymore. I forgot how she used to look.
All these years I yearned to see her face and when I am here, she isn’t. She is not alive”, he stopped as his voice choked.
Pointing at the leather pouch in Zylos’ hand, he continued “This money is the least that I could pay you. The joy of seeing her face again and bringing alive her face that had faded away from my memory, is of worth beyond any measure”.
He silently thanked him and proceeded towards his carriage. When He was about to step into the vehicle, something struck him and he turned around.
“You live alone here. Aren’t you married?” he asked.
“My wife, she died years ago”, said Zylos.
“I am sorry”, the bald man apologized. “But you are an artist. You could draw her portrait and keep her alive”, he smiled.
Zylos didn’t respond and waited for him to leave.
Once his carriage left, he walked into his hut.He mounted a fresh canvas on the wooden easel and took out his brush.
He tried to recollect his wife’s face again- like he did every single day!
And as always, all that he could remember was – Queen Ina’s face!
(A writer hates it when he has to explain his story. Let’s see if you have understood the story right 🙂
If you don’t want me to spill it for you, stop reading this any further. Go back and give the story, a second read.
If you want me to explain it to you, then just think- why did he paint over a thousand portraits of the queen? Was he drawing them intentionally? And wasn’t he throwing away every picture that failed to satisfy him.
Did he continue to paint the Queen in spite of her death?
What were those last two lines in the story trying to convey?
If you still haven’t understood it right, try reading the story once again.
All that I was trying to tell is that there is a possibility that he had stopping painting the queen a long back. He must have been trying to paint his wife, because he had begun to miss her.
Sadly, he had forgotten his wife’s face. And whenever he tried to remember her face and paint her, all that came into his mind was the face of Queen Ina.
That’s how, a thousand pictures! At the end of the story, it was not Queen Ina’s face that fetched him the money. It was his honest attempt at painting his own wife’s picture.
I wanted to put across this point very subtly in the story and not describe it in detail.)
July 1, 2016 May 7, 2018 chandrajith chanartist, ina, love story, o henry, plot twist, portrait, queen, romantic story, short storyLeave a comment
Purple and the Rainbow land – A short story
After the bedtime story, she urged him to take her there, to the place where she could see the rainbow.
To a kid who had never seen a rainbow, her dad’s description about it while narrating the story, sounded magical.
“I want to run my fingers all over those colors- violet to red. Just like that princess in the story”, said Purple.
Her dad kissed her a good night and promised to take her there the next day.
She went to her school.
“Evening, after the school?” she had thrown a reminder before jumping into her school van.
He thought for a while and decided to skip his office. He threw away his bag and drove to a store next street.
“What’s all this? Aren’t you going to office?” his wife asked him, after seeing him return with a large bag of colored papers, paints, balloons and much more.
“Charge our handy-cam. When purple returns from the school, she will be caught with a surprise. I want you to capture that entire episode”, he grinned and went straight towards the backyard.
He painted those papers, cut them into ribbons and pasted them together. He Hung them all over the backyard.
He dipped the brush in the paint can and splashed colors on the garage wall. He filled air in balloons and tied them to lamp posts.
“What are you up to?” asked his wife, seeing the mess.
“It’s the rainbow land. Can’t you see? When Purple returns from school, you should see her face”, he spoke in excitement.
She laughed mildly.
He braved the sun and worked until he was done. When he was done, it was half -past three.
“What do you think?” he asked in all excitement.
His wife looked at the backyard and the garage that stood there. ‘That’s a bad effort’, she thought.
“It’s beautiful”, she widened her eyes to appear convincing while floating the lie.
“In half an hour, she will be here”, he said.
He was yet to complete his word when he felt a drop of water falling right over his nose. He looked upwards, at the sky.
In no moment, dark clouds seized the sky and sun went into hiding.
It started raining heavily – right from the first drop!
He stood at the backdoor, silently watching all his efforts getting washed away.
It rained and rained and rained!
His wife served him a hot coffee.
“That’s okay. Purple will be happy to know that you had tried your best”, she said.
“She’s a kid”, he looked outside, through the window.
The clock rang four and the school van arrived.
Her mom walked towards the gate with an umbrella, to pick her up.
“Daddy! Let’s go to the rainbow land”, she jumped into his arms.
“First let me dry you and get you dressed”, her mom started drying her with a towel.
He silently made an exit to his room.
“Dad! I am ready”, she appeared in his room after about ten minutes. She was dressed in her favorite white frock and appeared like a princess.
“It’s raining outside! We can’t go now. Some other day”, he said.
“But you had promised”, her face dropped.
“Purple!” her mom called her and took her away.
He buried himself in his laptop again and tried attending his office work.
“Daddy!”, he heard her exclaim.
‘She must have explained her efforts that I had put in’, he smiled faintly and silently walked towards the backyard.
The kid and her mother were at the backdoor.
“It’s a rainbow!” she screamed in joy.
He approached them and looked towards the sky.
The sun had sneaked out from his shelter and dark clouds had disappeared.
In the vast canvas of the blue sky, there was the rainbow – large, arched and colored from violet to red!!
“Thank your dad for the rainbow”, his wife prompted the kid.
“Thank you dad”, she pulled his cheeks and planted a kiss. He smiled in joy.
The mother stood there with the handy-camera, capturing the moment and smiling in content!
“What story are you going to tell me today ?”, she asked him after jumping into the bed – right between her mom and dad.
“I am going to tell you a story of Margaret fairy”, he said.
“Margaret fairy? What does she do?” Purple asked him curiously.
“She does magic”, he smiled.
She stayed silent for a while and appeared to be lost in thoughts.
“Daddy! Was mumma named after her?” she asked him innocently.
He looked into his wife’s eyes and both smiled at each other.
June 28, 2016 May 7, 2018 chandrajith chanbeautiful story, cute story, family, father and daughter, happy ending, o henry, plot twist, purple, rainbow, short story, umbrellaLeave a comment
Dew drop, Sunshine and a Blade of Grass..! (Episode -9)
Strangers in car
“I will explain everything, once I am back”, I said. All that I heard in return was the disconnect tone. Something similar had transpired a few minutes ago. Earlier, it was my mom and now it was Amit.
I had switched on my Bangalore number after more than a week. While my parents had tough time responding to queries from my relatives, Amit and my other business partners were unhappy about my absence during the business critical phase.
Company funds were about to exhaust, operation costs were increasing and we had hardly made any profits. We were yet to find any investor for the next round of funding.
“Is everything fine?” Anahita’s mom asked me, as soon as I returned to the lounge.
We were at the Kolkata airport and the check-in was due in few minutes. Anahita and me were flying to Bangalore.
Her mom had agreed to send her along with me, but only after iterating through the following list of conditions, six times.
She should stay at her aunt’s place.
I should convince my parents about the marriage within one week.
I must keep updating her mom about her health, twice a day.
Anahita’s mom shall fly down to Bangalore during weekends and I mustn’t invade their privacy..!
“So what did your dad say?” Anahita asked me after bringing down the window shutter. The flight had taken off.
“Nothing! They are mad at me. Cancelling the marriage is a big thing! My family has got a feeling that I have shamed them. ”, I paused to hand over the hygiene towel back to the air hostess.
“I haven’t spoken to my parents in last ten days. That has kept them worried and annoyed. And that girl Amulya, she is upset with her parents and has left home. Her parents in turn, are upset with mine. When my parents see you, it will only add to the chaos and madness”, I let out a helpless laugh.
“What do you want me to do?, she asked me, pressing my shoulder.
“I want you to just stay with me and make me feel strong”, I smiled.
“And your friends? Amit? Did you get to speak to them?” she enquired.
“Even they are mad at me and it’s understandable. We are going through a tough phase and I was not with them in those last ten days.”.
“What do you want me to do?”, she asked me again. She looked very worried.
“Stay with me and make me stronger”, I pulled her cheeks and smiled.
There wasn’t any need for me to ring the doorbell, the door was wide open. On my way from airport to home, I had called my mom and told her that I will be bringing Anahita along with me.
The cast ensemble at our home was huge. There was my dad, mom, her three sisters with their husbands, my dad’s two sisters along with their husbands; half a dozen cousins, mom’s socialite friends and a couple of neighbours.
I assume that they had come over to lend their moral support. Surprisingly, they weren’t dressed for the occasion! Ladies were all dressed in their rich sarees and had glittering gold all around their neck and wrists.
“Ask him to leave”, said my Father and made an exit from the hall as soon as I reached the door. It was like those 20 seconds role of a junior artist in the movie. He waits for his moment and when it comes, he plays it to perfection and vanishes!
“This is Anahita”, I introduced her to the rest of them. Anahita raised her right hand to wave hi. I signalled her from the corner of my eye and she joined hands to do a Namaste.
“Because of you, that girl’s life is ruined. We are ashamed to make a public appearance”, scolded my mom. I was expecting the scene to be dramatic, but this was all cold serious.
“It’s not her fault mom”, I tried to shield Anahita from all the undue scolding.
“Now you don’t tell me whom to blame. Why did you bring this girl here, to shame us further?”, she spoke in tough voice and approached the door.
“Mom.. It’s j..”, I tried to explain her when she interrupted me again.
“No. None of us want to hear anything from you. You are not welcome here, unless you find Amulya, make an apology and convince her to go back home”, she said and shut the door.
The treatment was expected. I looked at Anahita with an apologizing look.
“Not a great welcome. My mom in law loses 500 points for this”, she winked. That was her way of telling me that she didn’t feel bad. I felt immensely proud for having chosen a girl who cared to stand by me, during my tough times.
“Next what?”, she asked.
” You must be tired. Let me drop you at your aunt’s place”.
” You were supposed meet your business pals right! Let me accompany you”, she said and walked towards the car.
“In that case, I think we should be geared up for one more round of humiliation”, I issued a statement of caution.
I felt completely numb.
“Come on.! You can’t blame it on us now. We had tried calling you. Who’s fault is it, if you had chosen to keep your phone switched off”, Vinod yelled at me.
It was my idea and my company. I wasn’t expecting to be yelled at.
A day earlier my business partners had met Syndrone VCs, who had agreed to fund the company. In exchange they wanted 45% stake in the company. To my horror, these guys had agreed to it- without much thinking.
“We were under pressure Sid. You have to understand. What if our stakes are less, the investment that we will receive is still very huge. We will be rich anyway” – Nayana tried to explain with all her calmness.
“You guys don’t understand this. It was my idea to start this company. You cannot discount me when it comes to decisions like these. It’s as if I don’t exist”, I vented out my anger.
“Sid! The company was built on your idea, we agree. But we helped you build it. We have spent more than two years to bring it to this stage”, said Vinod and took a deep breath.
He continued with a cold voice. “Two years is quite a lot of time Sid. None of us had time to roam around with our girlfriends, none of us had time to get engaged to some random girl and definitely none of us had any time to cancel that engagement”.
He was effortlessly serving me the sarcasm sauce and I wasn’t able to swallow it with ease.
“You are trying to get into my personal space Vinod. You better watch your words”, I warned him.
“Of course Sid. I will watch my words. But you try to educate yourself. If you think idea alone helps you qualify as a major stakeholder, then you are definitely wrong. It’s about investing your time, thoughts and making sure of staying with the company when it matters”.
My conscious was silently agreeing to whatever he said, but I had to keep my dignity afloat.
“So.. what..! you want me to quit the board?”, I got fired up. The discussion was turning ugly.
“I think you guys have to cool down”, Amit tried to bring the situation under control.
However, Vinod had no intention of putting down the flame. “It’s your choice Sid. If you want to quit, you can. I will not stop you. You will still get your share of profit”.
It was unexpected and I wasn’t prepared to hear that answer. My anger saw a meltdown. I fell short of words.
It’s not the feel of getting ousted that made me emotional. It was the plain truth that he made me realize – I didn’t deserve to be in the board!
“Ah.. I am sorry. I think you are right!”, I said with a plain smile. “I think I am not the right person to run the company!”, I added.
“What happened?”, she asked me.
The security guard opened the gate and I drove my car outside the company premises.
“This might sound crazy, but I am out of my own company”, I took almost five minutes before replying.
She didn’t speak. I stopped my car and looked at her. Her eyes had turned moist. There was a loud thunder outside and it started pouring all of a sudden.
“What’s the matter Anahita?” I asked her.
She lowered the window and looked away. “I am sorry Sid. This is all because of me. You have been forced into these personal and professional hardships because of me. I don’t know what to do.! I am feeling so guilty”.
She was feeling very sorry and I had to tell her that it wasn’t her fault. I wanted to tell her that I was feeling better after quitting the company. I wanted both of us to forget about all these things for a moment.
“Hey, do you want to play this little game ?”, I asked her.
“Sid.!”, she made a complaining face.
“Hey.! the game is really an interesting one. It’s called ‘strangers in car’. It was invented by this chancellor of zorpia, in the year 1726. It was a snowy winter. The volcano in the fifth mountain of Seramis mountain range had erupted..”, I started explaining.
“Sid.! The first ever car was manufactured in the year 1886”, she smirked.
This is the problem of dating a general knowledge whiz kid. They will be on their heels to show off their facts quotient.
“Sid.! I know that you have made this up just now. You invented the game while you spoke, didn’t you?”, she asked.
I nodded. She knew me inside out!
“Anahita..! There are few things that you shouldn’t question. It’s in the interest of the game”, I played a lame defence.
“So tell me about the game!”, she said with a smile. She was the only person who could digest all my idiotic thoughts.
“In this game, people are supposed to act like strangers in bus. Sitting next to each other, we should have a conversation and try to know about each other ”.
She badly wanted to tell me that the game would be as boring as the veg curry in a non veg meal.
“Excuse me.! Do I know you?”, she asked and winked.
She knew that the game was the stupidest game, one could ever play. However, both of us knew that it would help us forget our problems for a moment and that was all that we wanted.
“There you go.!”, I said. “Hey ! You want to grab a cup of Hot coffee.? Spicy pakodas would be a lovely combination with the weather”.
“Yes sir! By the way, I am Anahita”, she held her hands towards me.
“That’s one of the most beautiful name that I have ever known. I have an equally wonderful name. They call me Sid.”, I shook hands with her and drove towards the MN Street.
She was the queen of drama and I was the guy who wrote them.
Rain was pouring heavily and didn’t appear to stop. The mobile canteen guy had tied a blue tarpaulin under which we were standing and having our coffees in those tiny plastic cups. The soil smelt good and the steam of the coffee was helping the cold.
“Kyon aati hai bahaar
Kyon lutta hai karaar
Kyon hota hai pyaar
Na tum jano na hum
Na tum jano na hum..”
The canteen guy had tuned into the FM rainbow station. I stood amazed by the sight of his tiny pocket radio. For a moment, my childhood did a peek a boo and I grew nostalgic.
“This song, the coffee and these pakodas are making me fall in love with the rain”, she said.
“And the conversation with you is making me fall in love with this moment”, I replied. Well, I was trying to flirt with my beloved lady.
“So, Anahita. What do you do?”, I asked her. The game was still on.
“Well.. I was working as an Engineer, here in Bangalore. Then went back to Kolkata stayed there for some time. I had started growing a vineyard. I had named it sunshine and wanted to build an open air library inside it”.
Well, this was something that she had never told me.
“Why name it sunshine?”, I enquired.
“Well..! My dad had named our house dewdrops. Sunshine makes the dew drop look extremely beautiful. So, you know..!”, she explained.
“Sounds nice. So, what happened to your sunshine?”.
“Grapes were all ripe, but then I found this new job”, she added.
“Which job?”, I asked. I was genuinely curious.
“Well.. The job was to create a personal and professional trouble in the life of a person called Siddarth. And guess what..! I have been successful, so far.!”, she said.
I didn’t respond.
“What about you?” , she asked.
“Well..! I once aspired to be a cricketer. After passing out from college, I realized that cricket thing was never going to happen.
My next big dream was to build a crazy restaurant. But my dad wasn’t ready to invest on such a stupid project”.
I paused and asked the canteen guy to serve one more plate of pakodas.
“Since I badly wanted to build that restaurant and didn’t have enough money, I began a startup. And know what, I am out of the company now”, I paused again.
“Ah.! I am so sorry”, she sounded sorry.
“Ah. Don’t be sorry. A true businessman stays undeterred during tough times. I have two things to cheer about. I have my beloved lady with me and I am going to start a new business”, I announced my new plans.
Floating a business idea was turning into a routine of mine.
“What is the business about?”, her eyes twinkled in excitement.
The rain had stopped. Sun had slowly started peeping through the clouds.
“I am going to grow a vineyard, build an open air library and start a winery next to it. Readers would love to have some fresh wine while they read. I am going to call it- dewdrops, sunshine and a blade of grass”.
“Ah..! Looks like someone is stealing someone’s idea. But why that name?”, she asked.
Clearly, I had no intentions of growing creepers, building a reading place and opening a wine store. On the top of it, I seriously had no clue why this name crossed my mind.
“Looks like someone must give someone enough time to come up with a better and beautiful reason behind the name”, I smiled.
“Ah.! I grant you that, but it better be beautiful. By the way, you need money to build that winery don’t you?”, she asked. She had indeed believed that I was going to build that winery.!
My mobile phone beeped. I opened the message.
“What happened? All okay?”, she asked.
‘Heard about your startup fiasco.
You bring amulya back to her parents
I am going to finance your restaurant business.’
My dad had sent me the message just when I needed it. He once again proved that he had a good sense of perfect timing.
I wasn’t sure how to understand it – Either he wanted to help me out or he wanted to make the most of my situation, by forcing me to bring Amulya back to her home.
“Sid.! What happened?”, she asked me again.
“Looks like someone has got the money already”, I smiled and showed her the message.
She smiled and hugged me out of the excitement.
The coffee shop guy felt too shy seeing us hug.
The rain had stopped now.
“Watch there..! It’s a rainbow”, she said pointing at the sky, as we walked towards our car. It was a beautiful sight.
“I think, I am going to name my restaurant after it – The rainbow. Rainbow stands for variety and it also stands for beauty”, I said holding her hands.
“Ah.. Then the dew drops, sunshine a blade of grass is not going to happen, is it?”, she acted disappointed. As mentioned earlier, she was the queen of drama.
“Or shall we name the restaurant dewdrops, sunshine a blade of grass?”, I asked her.
“Not before you find a suitable explanation for that?”, she said in a complaining tone.
“And definitely not before I make an apology to Amulya and get some investment from my Dad”, I replied and laughed.
“Sid.!”, she said.
She looked into my eyes – “When you apologize to her, I want you to really mean it. I don’t want you to think about the money that you will get from your dad”.
She was making me fall in love with her again and again.
“Got it”, I smiled.
The next thing I saw was her collapsing on the ground!!
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The Museum acquired this triptych, Hunting Party (Barbeque Area), by Julie Gough in late 2014. The artwork was purchased along with an accompanying short film titled Hunting Ground incorporating Barbeque Area. Contemporary artworks like these challenge visitors to understand history from a different point of view, that of the artist’s perspective.
Recreational barbecue shelters, set in tranquil and picturesque locations, are common across the Tasmanian landscape. Today, visitors to these sites are focused on making connections to the Australian bush and enjoying an outdoor meal. However, these places hold a much deeper significance for Tasmanian artist, Julie Gough. Julie traces her Aboriginal heritage to Tebrikunna (Cape Portland) in far north-eastern Tasmania. To her these ‘uneasy sites’ represent the ‘wilful dispossession of Aboriginal people from their country, language, customs, each other’. Her artwork challenges us to think about the historical events which have occurred in these places and their impact on the Aboriginal people of Tasmania.
Hunting Party (Barbeque Area) 2014 consists of three etched stainless steel barbecue plates. The artwork was part of a larger exhibition, Hunting Ground (incorporating Barbeque Area), which explored the potential of places to allude to frontier relationships between Aboriginal people and colonists. Gough’s solo exhibition was held at the Gallery Gabriella Pizzi in Melbourne from 23 October – 15 November 2014. The short film Hunting Ground incorporating Barbeque Area presents images of barbecue shelters across Tasmania alongside images of stone tools held in museums that were removed from nearby locations by amateur collectors in the late 19th and early 20th century.
Hunting Party (Barbeque Area) 2014, No. 1, 2 & 3, by Julie Gough
Julie’s artwork integrates historic images with the clinical harshness of stainless steel barbecue plates. This unusual choice of medium combined with engraved images and bullet holes demands the viewer’s attention. My initial response to the imagery on the plates, especially plate No. 1, was one of extreme shock. This emotional response increased when learning that the pictures were not the creation of the artist but were in fact exact reproductions of illustrations from The History of Tasmania, a children’s educational history book published in 1958.
The History of Tasmania was one of 25 volumes in the Australian Children’s Pictorial Social Studies series that were used to teach history to Australian children in the late 1950s and 60s. The books took a revolutionary approach by presenting history in the form of a graphic novel. The comic-style illustrations, whilst designed to appeal to the young reader, subdued the horrific reality of colonial history in Tasmania.
‘The History of Tasmania’ published 1958
Detail of page from ‘The History of Tasmania’ featuring illustrations used by Julie Gough on ‘Hunting Party (Barbeque Area) 2014 ‘ Plates No. 1 and 3.
Detail of page from ‘The History of Tasmania’ featuring illustrations used by Julie Gough on ‘Hunting Party (Barbeque Area) 2014 ‘ Plate No. 3.
‘The History of Tasmania’ published in 1958
One part of Julie’s triptych, Hunting Party (Barbeque area) 2014 (No 3), is now on display in the Hobart exhibit in our Landmarks gallery. On this plate, Julie combines graphic scenes from Governor Arthur’s proclamation boards with comic-style illustrations and wording which questions the motivation behind the governor’s intent – GOVERNOR ARTHUR TRIED TO COVER THE COLONISTS’ TRACKS. HE ISSUED A PROCLAMATION ABOUT EQUAL JUSTICE FOR BLACKS AND WHITES. The idea of using pictorial images to communicate the proclamation to Aboriginal people in the 1830s has a disturbing irony when compared to the similar approach used to teach history to children in the 1960s.
Julie Gough’s artwork on display in the Hobart exhibit, Landmarks gallery. Photo: Catriona Donnelly
The barbecue plate sits adjacent to a souvenir poster depicting imagery of Governor Arthur’s proclamation and is surrounded by other objects which have connections to people or events which affected the lives of Julie’s ancestors. Her artwork connects the past with the present. Below is Julie’s artist’s statement from her solo exhibition Hunting Ground incorporating Barbeque Area.
HUNTING GROUND incorporating Barbeque Area morphs contemporary Tasmanian public Barbeque Areas with references to colonial Van Diemen’s Land – in particular the willful dispossession of Aboriginal people from their country, language, customs, each other. The exhibition consists of video, photographs, painting on vellum, and works in wood, fabric and stainless steel.
The tenacious colonial land grab in the first decades of the 1800s reduced Van Diemen’s Land to pastoral places with perimeters; agricultural success apparently required the eradication of the original inhabitants. Meanwhile, today, dotted across the island are small pseudo cottage BBQ areas. These architecturally reflect in scale and sometimes location, the original sod or slab huts populated by shepherds and stockmen who kept the roving savages, my ancestors, at bay and extended the expanse of the ‘settled districts’.
For the love of country, Aboriginal Tasmanians fought to the death at places such as these. BBQ areas retain an uncanny independence from other built environments. They offer free fuel at the push of a button, welcoming everyone to cook anything on a stainless steel plate whose central drainage hole seems simultaneously medical and military. These sites might appear innocuous, democratic, nurturing. For me, however, they express loss of original people from country. Rarely occupied, they appear a cruel recreational, amnesiac joke. For what reason did wholesale slaughter occur across my island – for this – designated BBQ areas ?
Julie Gough, 2014
The inclusion of contemporary artwork in a museum gallery creates opportunities to discuss and initiate conversations about the interpretation of historical events. How does Julie’s artwork enrich our exhibit about the colonial history of Tasmania?
Feature image: Hunting Party (Barbeque Area) 2014 by Julie Gough. Photo: Nathan Dukes
Posted By: Catriona Donnelly Category: Art, Museum practice, Uncategorised Tags: Julie Gough
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US6266678B1 - System and method for dynamically viewing contents of a data file - Google Patents
System and method for dynamically viewing contents of a data file Download PDF
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A system for viewing updates to a data file as they occur over time is provided. The system includes a file access client, such as a software package operating on a general purpose computer, that requests dynamic access to the data file. The system also includes a file access server, such as a software package operating on a general purpose computer. The file access server is connected to the file access client, such as through a network, and transmits the initial contents of the data file to the file access client and any data file modifications that occur over time.
The present invention relates generally to a dynamic file access system that operates in a client-server environment, and more particularly to a dynamic file access system for a multiple computing platform environment that allows file updates to be dynamically viewed.
It is often necessary to access computer files that have been stored on a disk drive or memory device of a network server or other remote computer from a user's computer or terminal. The user's computer or terminal may be connected to the network server or other remote computer by a communications medium or media and communications hardware, such as telephone lines and modems, a local area network and network interface cards, the Internet, or other suitable communications media.
Even though the user's computer is connected in this manner to the network server or other remote computer, it is often difficult to allow more than one user to access a data file at any given time. When a first user is accessing the data file and performing updates to the data file, it is necessary to lock out other users from accessing the data file, so as to prevent multiple concurrent updates from being performed. In particular, the operating system controlling updates to the data file may not be configured to allow other operating systems of other computing platforms to access the data file, so as to prevent corruption of the data file.
Despite the risk of corrupting the data in a data file that may result if multiple users require access to the file, it may still be desirable to allow certain users to view the contents of a data file as it is being updated. For example, the UNIX operating system provides a “tail-f” command that allows a data file to be viewed after it has been saved to a disk drive or other memory device. The “tail-f” command only works, however, for files that are being controlled by a resident version of UNIX. In a multiple computer environment, such as a client-server environment, the UNIX “tail-f” command cannot be used to view the contents of data files.
Therefore, a need has arisen for a file access system and method that reduce or eliminate the problems associated with known systems and methods for providing multiple user access to data files.
In accordance with the present invention, a file access system and method are provided that substantially reduce or eliminate disadvantages and problems associated with previously developed systems and methods for providing multiple user access to data files.
It is an object of the present invention to provide a file access system that allows a user to dynamically view updates to a data file even when that user is using a computing platform that is subject to a different operating system than the operating system having control of updates to the data file.
It is another object of the present invention to provide a file access system that allows additional functions to be performed on a data file other than dynamic viewing of updates, such as data string searches.
It is another object of the invention to provide a method for providing dynamic access to data file updates that may be incorporated into multiple applications, so as to allow data files used by the servers for those applications to be dynamically viewed by a user from any node of the system.
In accordance with the present invention, a system for viewing updates to a data file as they occur over time is provided. The system includes a file access client, such as a software package operating on a general-purpose computer, that requests dynamic access to the data file. The system also includes a file access server, such as a software package operating on a general-purpose computer. The file access server is connected to the file access client, such as through a network, and transmits the initial contents of the data file to the file access client and any data file modifications that occur over time.
Yet another aspect of the present invention is a method for viewing updates to a data file as they occur over time. The method includes transmitting a request for file access from a file access client, such as a computer with a software system, to a file access server, such as another computer with a different software system. The file contents of the data file at the time the request was made are then transferred from the file access server to the file access client. File updates are transferred from the file access server to the file access client as they occur over time.
Yet another aspect of the present invention is a method for dynamically viewing updates to a data file. The method includes receiving a message at a file status server, such as a computer software program operating on a general-purpose computing platform. The data file name is extracted from the message, and a call back service is started for the data file. A predetermined function is then performed on the data file to determine if there has been a change in the data file. The results from performing the function, if any, are transmitted to the user.
The present invention provides many important technical advantages. One important technical advantage of the present invention is a system for providing dynamic access to a data file of a computing platform that allows the contents of the data file to be viewed dynamically from another computing platform without creating a risk of data corruption.
Another important technical advantage of the present invention is a method for providing dynamic access to a data file of a computing platform that allows a user to view changes to that data file from other nodes of a network, so as to allow debugging, maintenance, or other suitable functions to be performed even though the user is not physically present at the computing platform that has control of the data file.
For a more complete understanding of the present invention and the advantages thereof, reference is now made to the following description taken in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, wherein like reference numerals represent like parts, in which:
FIG. 1 is a diagram of a computer network embodying concepts of the present invention;
FIG. 2 is a block diagram of a file access client and a file access server embodying concepts of the present invention;
FIG. 3 is a flowchart of a method for providing dynamic access to a data file in accordance with teachings of the present invention; and
FIG. 4 is a flowchart of a method for providing dynamic access to a data file in accordance with teachings of the present invention.
Set forth below is a detailed description of exemplary embodiments of the present invention.
FIG. 1 is a diagram of a computer network 100 embodying concepts of the present invention. Computer network 100 may be used to allow a user to dynamically view updates to data files on a first node of computer network 100 from any of the other nodes of computer network 100. In this manner, a user may view the changes that are occurring in the data file without requiring access to the data file, and may also view the changes as they are being made on another node of the network. The user therefore does not need to be physically present at the node to view file updates, and may therefore perform network maintenance or trouble-shooting from any node of the network.
Computer network 100 includes two or more nodes 102 through 104. Each node 102 through 104 may include file viewing client 110. Nodes 102 through 104 are coupled to communications media 106, which is in turn coupled to server 108. In this application, coupling includes any mechanism or combination of mechanisms by which the two components may interact, such as network cards, modems, twisted pair conductors, coaxial conductors, fiber optic conductors, logical connections through logic circuits or data storage devices, or other suitable mechanisms. Server 108 includes file viewing server 112.
Nodes 102 through 104 are used to provide services to users of network 100. For example, nodes 102 through 104 may comprise personal computers having microprocessors, disk drives, random access memory, video co-processors, compact disk drives, and other suitable personal computing equipment. Likewise, nodes 102 through 104 may include remote terminals having sufficient microprocessor and memory components to remotely operate software applications stored on server 108. Nodes 102 through 104 may also comprise other suitable computing components.
File viewing client 110 is a system operating on one or more of nodes 102 through 104. File viewing client 110 may comprise software, hardware, or a suitable combination of hardware and software. File viewing client 110 preferably includes software that operates on general purpose computing platforms, and is resident on nodes 102 through 104. Alternatively, file viewing client 110 may be transferred from server 108 or another suitable server to nodes 102 through 104 after the user logs on to the server, such as server 108.
Communications media 106 is a data communications media that connects two or more nodes 102 through 104 to a server 108. For example, communications media 106 may be a 10baseT local area network communications media, a 100baseT local area network communications media, an Internet communications media, a fiber optic communications media, or other suitable communications media. Communications media 106 may operate on electrical, optical, electromagnetic, or other suitable physical principles. Communications media 106 is used to transfer encoded data communications, such as digitally encoded data, between nodes 102 through 104 and server 108.
Server 108 is a computing network service provider that includes file viewing server 112. For example, server 108 may comprise a microcomputer having one or more disk drives, random access memory, and other suitable computing hardware. Server 108 may also comprise a personal computer, a workstation, a laptop, or other suitable computing platforms that can operate file viewing server 112.
File viewing server 112 is a system that is operable to provide file viewing services to file viewing clients 110. File viewing server 112 may comprise software, hardware, or a suitable combination of hardware and software. File viewing server 112 is preferably a software application operating on server 108. File viewing server 112 may also or alternatively comprise a system or subsystem of a suitable software system operating on a general purpose computing platform, such as an operating system.
In operation, a user at node 102 through 104 requests access to a file stored on server 108, either by manually entering a request or by automatically entering a request, such as upon activation of a software system. Likewise, if server 108 includes a user interface, the client may be an operator that is accessing server 108 at server 108 rather than through communications media 106. In that situation, file viewing client 110 could also be resident on server 108, such that all communications between file viewing client 110 and file viewing server 112 occurs through the data structures and buses of the computing platform of server 108.
File viewing client 110 preferably prompts a user with an input screen that requests a data file name and any other information that may be required to locate the data file. For example, the user may be presented with a request to provide a file name, a server, a drive, an application directory, or other suitable information. If the user does not know certain of the information, the user may also be provided with pull-down menus, search screens, or other suitable aids for identifying the data file of interest to the user. File and server locations may also be automatically generated or cross-referenced according to the location of the user, the user identification data associated with the user, or other suitable processes.
After receiving the user input identifying the requested file, file viewing client 110 then transmits a request that includes the file name to file viewing server 112. Preferably, the file viewing server 112 that receives the request is resident on the server 108 that is storing the file. However, file viewing server 112 may also alternatively control data storage devices on other servers 108 or nodes of computer network 100. File viewing server 112 then assembles an initial transmission comprising the current contents of the requested data file and transmits the current contents of the data file to the user. The file viewing client 110 operating on the user's node then presents the data file contents to the user in a user-readable format.
According to an embodiment of the present invention, file viewing server 112 presents the initial contents of the data file to file viewing client 110 in a predetermined manner. For example, file viewing server 112 may periodically check for changes in the data file, such as by comparing data file size and access time records with data file size and access time records from the last time the data file was monitored. For example, file viewing server 112 may store the access time and file size at the time the initial contents of the data file are transmitted to the user, and may then compare the access time and file size after a predetermined time period, such as two seconds, to these stored values. If there is a change in the access time or file size data fields, these new data field values are then stored for comparison at future times.
Other suitable processes may be likewise be used to determine if a change in the files has occurred. For example, file viewing server 112 may control data storage to the data file, such that any modifications to the data file are buffered for transmission to the file viewing client 110. Alternatively, file viewing server 112 may perform other functions such as text string searches, may compare the current contents of the data file with a buffered version of the data file, or may perform other suitable data file functions.
The updates to the data file that are detected by file viewing server 112 are transmitted to file viewing client 110 until a pre-determined time. For example, the data file updates may be transmitted until file viewing client 110 transmits a command to file viewing server 112 instructing file viewing server 112 to cease transmission of data file updates. Alternatively, file viewing server 112 may verify whether updates to the data file are occurring, such as whether the data file has been opened by another user or another application. If such data file updates are not occurring, file viewing server 112 may transmit a suitable message to file viewing client 110 instructing file viewing client 110 that the file is dormant and that no further updates are being made. Other suitable features may be implemented to cease the transmission of data file updates.
In this manner, file viewing client 110 may receive the current contents of the data file dynamically, as those contents change over time. These data file updates may be received from any file viewing server 112 that is coupled over communications media 106 to a file viewing client 110 operating on node 102 through 104, or on server 108 as previously described. Thus, file viewing client 110 and file viewing server 112 allow a network administrator to monitor services by looking at log files on servers, such as file servers, mail servers, communications servers, or other suitable servers, to see how they are responding as users of the network log on and use the services provided by those servers over time. Likewise, maintenance and debugging operations may also be performed for a node or server location without requiring the network maintenance personnel to physically travel to the node where the log file is stored.
As previously described, the present invention may be implemented in a suitable structure other than a client-server structure. For example, the functionality of file viewing client 110 and file viewing server 112 may be incorporated into a general purpose program, such as an operating system, a word processing system, a communications system, a mail system or other suitable systems, such that the only access provided is to certain predetermined log files. Also or alternatively, the present invention may be provided with security restrictions, such that certain classes of users are allowed to only view files associated with their class.
FIG. 2 is a block diagram of a file viewing client 202 and a file viewing server 204 embodying concepts of the present invention. File viewing client 202 may be used in applications similar to file viewing client 110, and file viewing server 204 may be used in applications similar to file viewing server 112 of FIG. 1.
File viewing client 202 may comprise hardware, software, or a suitable combination of hardware and software. File viewing client 202 preferably comprises a software application system operating on a general-purpose computing platform. File viewing client 202 includes data input system 206, which is coupled to formatter system 208. Data output system 210 is also coupled to formatter system 208. Formatter system 208 is coupled to interface system 212, which is in turn coupled to communication media 106.
File viewing server 204 also includes an interface system 214 coupled to communications media 106. Formatter system 216 is coupled to interface system 214, command processor system 218, and file scanner system 220. Call back system 222 is coupled to command processor system 218. Call back system 222 and command processor system may also or alternatively comprise a command library 224 of commands or functions, or a single command processing system 224.
File viewing client 202 is preferably a user-initiated system that allows the contents of a file to be dynamically viewed, but may be automatically invoked upon the occurrence of predetermined conditions. File viewing client 202 resides on a client or server node, such as a personal computer, a remote terminal, an access terminal for a server, or other suitable systems or devices. File viewing client 202 allows the contents of a file to be viewed as they change over time, such as to allow a network administrator to monitor server log files to see how the contents of the log files change as users access the server. In addition, debugging and maintenance activities may be performed by network administrators using file viewing client 202 without requiring the network administrators to be physically present at the service terminal for the server.
In operation, a user operates the file viewing client 202 by initiating data input system 206 operation, such as by selecting an icon in a windows operating environment. Data input system 206 prompts the user for the file identification information that is required to access the data file. For example, data input system 206 may request a file name from the user, a node location for the server, or other suitable data. Alternatively, such data may be automatically generated depending upon the user, the node from which file viewing client 202 is activated, or other suitable data.
Data input system 206 is coupled to formatter system 208 and passes the file identification data entered by the user to formatter system 208. This file identification data is typically in a pre-determined data structure that is used by other systems of file viewing client 202 or the computing platform on which file viewing client 202 operates. The file identification data may also or alternatively be provided in an optimized data structure for use by file viewing client 202. Formatter system 208 receives the data from data input system 206 and converts the data into a generic message data format, such as a canonical message format for use over a local area network or other data communications media. Formatter system 208 then transfers the message to interface system 212, which transfers the message over communications media 106 to the file viewing server 204.
Interface 212 may be an application program interface used by a distributed client-server system. Alternatively or in addition, interface system 212 may comprise a network hardware card system, a modem, or other hardware interfaces to communications media 106. Preferably, interface system 212 is a distributed system that is operable to receive data messages transparent of the hardware network interface devices or modulator-demodulator devices and communications media, and to transfer those messages to addressed destinations within the network. Such destinations may also include destinations that are reached through a local area network portal to a wide area network, the Internet, or other suitable locations reached through communications media.
Formatter system 208 is also operable to receive messages from interface system 212 and to convert those data messages into a data format suitable for use by data output system 210. Data output system 210 is used to present data in a user-readable format from the file viewing server 204. For example, this data may be a message stating that the file does not exist. The data may also comprise the initial contents of the data file requested by the user, updates to the data file requested by the user as those updates occur to that file, or other suitable data.
File viewing server 204 may be implemented in software, hardware or a suitable combination of hardware and software, and is preferably a software application operating on a general purpose computing platform. File viewing server 204 receives automatically-generated or user-entered file information, locates the requested file for the user, and transmits the initial data contents of the data file and updates as they occur. File viewing server 204 includes interface system 214, which is coupled to communications media 106. interface system 214 is preferably an applications program interface that is operable to transfer data messages between locations on a network, in a manner that is transparent of the underlying hardware and software communication devices of those locations. Interface system 214 may also include network access cards, modulator-demodulator devices, or other suitable hardware and operating software for that hardware.
Interface system 214 is coupled to formatter system 216. Formatter system 216 is operable to receive data messages from interface system 214 and to convert the data messages into a format that is usable by command processor system 218, file scanner system 220, and call back system 222. This data format may be a data format that is used by the operating system of the computing platform on which file viewing server 204 operates, or may be an optimized data format for use by the subsystems of file viewing server 204.
Command processor system 218 receives data messages from formatter system 216, and determines whether these data messages contain operating commands for use by file viewing server 204. For example, command processor system 218 may determine that the data message contains a command containing a request for dynamic access to a data file, and may subsequently determine whether that data file may be accessed by file viewing server 204. Command processor system 218 then instructs file scanner system 220 to initiate dynamic access to the data file, and call back system 222 to initiate callback of dynamic file updates to the user or file viewing client 202 requesting such services. Alternatively, if command processor system 218 determines that the requested file cannot be accessed on the server on which file viewing server 204 operates, command processor system 218 may generate an error message for transmission to the user, or may attempt to identify the correct server and generate a confirmation request for the user to confirm that the correct server has been chosen.
File scanner system 220 is coupled to command processor system 218 and formatter system 216, and is operable to open a data file and to access updates to the data files as the updates occur. For example, file scanner system 220 may operate similar to the UNIX “tail-f” command, such that the contents of the data file that have been stored to a disk or other data memory device may be extracted and transmitted to the user without altering those contents in a manner that would create an unstable situation for the data in the file. Unlike the UNIX “tail-f” command, though, file scanner system 220 may operate on a local area network having two or more computing nodes. File scanner system 220 tracks updates that have occurred to the data file by a suitable method, such as by storing file status characteristics in data fields and periodically checking those file status characteristics for changes.
For example, the file size and access time data may be checked every two seconds and compared with the stored values of the file size and access time data fields. If any changes have occurred, then file scanner system 220 stores the new values of file size and access time in the corresponding data fields, and performs a predetermined function on the data file. For example, the predetermined function may comprise file scanner system 220 locating a pointer field that identifies the data address of the last data field that was previously stored in the data file. Any data having a data address that occurs after the data address of the pointer, or having an address greater than the address of this pointer, may be data that has been added to the file since the last time the file was scanned.
Alternatively, the data file may be structured such that the file may be updated by direct modification of the data structure within the file. In this case, the previously stored address of the last data record in the file will not provide indication of the data records that have changed. Other functions may therefore be performed or may need to be performed to determine if there have been any changes, or to identify the data that has changed. For example, the contents of the data file may be stored in a buffer, and the buffered file may be compared to the current data file if there have been changes to the file access time or data file size fields. Alternatively, a data string search may be performed that identifies predetermined data that would signify that the data file has been modified, or that data of interest has been added to the data file, such as an error message. In general, file scanner system 220 may perform any suitable data file function on the data file and return the results, if any, to the user for user evaluation.
Call back system 222 is coupled to command processor system 218, and may be a subsystem of command processor system 218, a related library function, or other suitable systems. Call back system 222 periodically causes file scanner system 220 to perform the predetermined function on the data and to transmit the data to formatter system 216. For example, the initial response received from file scanner system 220 may be the initial data contents of the data file. Call back system 222 causes file scanner system 220 to transfer these data contents to formatter system 216 in a predetermined format, such as the format of the operating system of the computing platform on which file viewing server 204 operates or in an optimized data format used by file viewing server 204. Call back system 222 also causes file scanner system 220 to transmit file updates as they occur dynamically. Multiple users may request such access to a single data file, and a single user may also request access to multiple data files.
In operation, a user accesses file viewing client 202 through data input system 206. Data input system 206 may prompt the user using a text prompt, a display window, or other suitable prompt. Data input system 206 may also or alternatively be a command library 224 that is automatically activated when the user formats an appropriate command structure, typified by a command header and suitable command data structures, such as file name, server location, or other suitable command data. File viewing client 202 then interfaces with file viewing server 204 to provide the user with the initial contents of the data file, followed by updates to the data file as they occur.
In the embodiment shown in FIG. 2, the request for dynamic file status access is transferred from formatter system 208 to interface systems 212 and 214 back through formatter system 216 of file viewing server 204 and to command processor system 218. Command processor system 218 transfers commands to file scanner system 220 for the requested file, and file scanner system 220 initiates dynamic status coverage of that file. Call back system 222 generates periodic commands to cause the transfer of data back to the user through formatter system 216, interface systems 214 and 212, formatter system 208, and data output system 210.
Termination of dynamic access to the data file may be handled in a suitable manner. Preferably, the user enters a command through data input system 206 to terminate access to the file. This command is received by command processor system 218, which verifies the correct structure of the command and generates additional commands for file scanner system 220 to cause the access to the data file to be terminated. Alternatively, other suitable methods may be used to terminate access to the file, such as by scanning user access to the data file to determine when no further user access is occurring. In this alternative embodiment, a message may be generated by file scanner system 220 or command processor system 218 that notifies the user that the file has been closed and is not currently undergoing modifications. Likewise, command processor system 218 may receive commands from other users or servers that will cause dynamic access to the file to be suspended, such as lock out commands, maintenance commands, administrative commands, or other suitable commands.
File scanner system 220 may also be configured to provide dynamic access to the file for a predetermined period of time after which file scanner system 220 terminates dynamic access unless subsequently instructed by the user to reinitiate dynamic access. File scanner system 220 may also be used to regulate access to the data file, such that any modifications stored to disk for the data file must be routed through file scanner system 220, thereby allowing file scanner system 220 to monitor the status of updates to the data file. One of ordinary skill in art will recognize that other suitable methods may be used to provide dynamic access to the data file.
FIG. 3 is a flowchart of a method 300 for providing dynamic access to a data file in accordance with teachings of the present invention. Method 300 may be implemented by a file access client-server system, such as that shown in FIG. 2, or by other suitable systems.
Method 300 begins at step 302 where a request for file access is sent from a client to a server. In this regard, the client and the server may be resident applications operating on different computing platforms, but might not be distinctly identified as clients and servers. For example, the request may be sent from a first operating system and received by a second operating system, where each operating system includes client functionality and server functionality.
The method then proceeds to step 304 where the server gets the current file data and transmits the current file data to the client. For example, the server may first verify that the data file is either present on the computing platform of the server or that the server has control over the data file, such as at a remote or local data storage device. The server may then verify whether the client has permission to access the data file, whether the data file has been changed or has been superceded by a more recent version, or other suitable functions. If the server determines that transmission of the data file should not occur, additional steps may be provided to notify the user of the reason for failure of dynamic access. If the server determines that transmission of the data file to the user is authorized, then the contents of the data file may be copied to a buffer and transmitted in a suitable message format through the communications media connecting the server to the client. The method then proceeds to step 306.
At step 306, it is determined whether a timer timeout has occurred. If a timer timeout has occurred, then the method proceeds to step 308 where it is determined whether a change has occurred to the file. For example, when the server transmits the current data file information to the user at step 304, the size of the data file and access information for the data file may also be stored at that time in data fields. These data fields may be compared at step 308 with the current size of the data file and access information to determine if changes have been made to the data file. If changes have been made to the data file the method proceeds to step 310, otherwise the method proceeds to step 314.
At step 310, one or more data file functions are performed on the data file by the server. For example, the server may retrieve a pointer data field from memory that identifies a memory address for the data file that previously held the last data field for the data file. All data occurring after that data field, such as data having a data address that is greater than the data address of the data field associated with the pointer, may then be retrieved by the server and transmitted to the user. Alternatively, the server may perform a compare between the current contents of the data file and the contents of the previous contents of the data file that have been stored to a buffer, perform a data string search on the file, or may perform other suitable data functions on the data file. The method then proceeds to step 312.
At step 312, the results from performing the function on the data file are transmitted to the client. For example, if the results of the function are all of the data fields in the data file having a data address occurring after a data field address of the pointer, then that information may be transmitted to the client. Likewise, other suitable data may be transmitted, such as a message notifying the user that a data string is now present in the data file if the results of the function are the occurrence of the data string. The method then proceeds to step 314.
If timer timeout has not occurred at step 306 or no changes to the file have occurred at step 308, the method proceeds directly to step 314. At step 314, it is determined whether file access should be terminated. Preferably, file access is terminated upon receipt of a command from the user instructing the server to terminate dynamic file access. Dynamic file access may also be terminated for other suitable reasons or upon receipt of other suitable commands. For example, if all users of the data file have logged out of the data file, then dynamic access to the data file may be terminated until such time as additional updates to the file may occur. Likewise, administrative commands may be generated to lock out access to the data file. Error messages may also be reviewed to determine whether access to the data file should be terminated. A timer may also be used to determine whether access to the data file should be terminated. If it is determined that step 314 that dynamic access to the data file should be terminated, then the method proceeds to step 316 and terminates. Otherwise, the method returns to step 306.
In operation, method 300 is used to provide dynamic file access to a user. Method 300 may be used in a client-server environment, by complementary applications or operating systems that include client-server functionality, or by other suitable systems. Method 300 allows a user to view the contents of a data file when that user is physically located at a location other than the server that controls access to the data file. The data file access provided by method 300 is dynamic, so as to allow a user to perform network maintenance, debugging, or other suitable operations.
FIG. 4 is a flowchart of a method 400 for providing dynamic access to a data file in accordance with teachings of the present invention. Method 400 may be used by an operating system, a server, or other suitable systems or devices to provide dynamic access to user locally or at a remote terminal or device.
Method 400 begins at step 402, where a message is extracted from a data structure. The method then proceeds to step 404, where it is determined whether the message is a cancel message. If the message is a cancel message then the method proceeds to step 406 and the file access service is cancelled. Otherwise, the method proceeds to step 408.
At step 408, the message is unpacked into a suitable data structure, such as one that may be used by the operating system or computing platform that is operating method 400. The method then proceeds to step 410, where the filename is extracted from the data structure. This filename may also be subsequently modified to include additional data that may be required to locate the data file location, such as data that is a function of the user that is requesting access to the data file, data that is a function of the server that received the message, or other suitable data.
At step 412, the data file is opened and the contents of the data file are retrieved and buffered for transmission to the user. In addition, other information may also be buffered at this time, such as the file size, access information, the data address of the last data field or data record in the data file, or other suitable data. The method then proceeds to step 414, where a call back service is initiated. The call back service typically tracks the user requesting access to the data file, and ensures that updates to the data file are transferred to the user. The initial status of the data file may also be transmitted to the user at step 414. The method then proceeds to step 416.
At step 416, it is determined whether a change in the file status has occurred. For example, a change in file size or in access parameters may be determined by comparing the present file size and access parameters to file size and access parameters stored at a previous time. Other suitable methods may also be used to determine whether a change in file status has occurred, such as by monitoring data stored to the file, by performing a data file function on the data file such as a compare or text string search, or by other suitable methods. If a change in file status has not occurred, the method proceeds to step 422. If a change in file status has occurred, then the method proceeds to step 418.
At step 418, a data file function is performed on the data file. For example, the data file function may comprise determining the data address of a pointer, and copying all data stored in the data file that occur after or have an address greater than the address of a pointer. Alternatively or in addition, other data file functions may be performed such as a compare function, a text string search, or other suitable functions. Follow-up functions may also be performed, such as resetting the data field address of the pointer, or other suitable functions. The method then proceeds to step 420.
At step 420, the results from performing the function on the data file are transmitted to the client. For example, if the results are all of the data occurring after the data address of the pointer, then this data may be buffered from the data file and converted to a message format suitable for transmission to the user on a client node or other operating systems. The method then proceeds to step 422.
At step 422, it is determined whether a message has been received, such as a message from the user, an error message, an administrative message, or other suitable messages. If a message has not been received, then the method returns to step 416. Otherwise, the method returns to step 402.
In operation, method 400 is used to provide dynamic access to a data file. Method 400 may be used in conjunction with a file access client and a file access server, or may be incorporated into applications such as mail applications, communications applications, word processing applications, or other suitable applications. Method 400 allows a user to access log files or other suitable data files as those files are updated, so that the user may perform administrative functions, operation functions, maintenance functions, debugging functions, or other suitable functions. Method 400 allows the user to access the data file from any node of a network, such as a local area network, a wide area network, the Internet, or other suitable networks, or through a remote communications link.
While this invention has been described with reference to illustrative embodiments, this description is not intended to be construed in a limiting sense. For example, the preferred embodiments disclosed herein may include various systems and sub-systems that are required only to provide enabling disclosure and the best mode of practicing the invention, but which are not intended to limit the invention as contained in the appended claims. Various modifications and combinations of the illustrative embodiments, as well as other embodiments of the invention, will be apparent to persons of ordinary skill in the art upon reference to the description. It is therefore intended that the appended claims encompass any such modifications or embodiments.
1. A system for dynamically viewing updates to a data file, comprising:
a file access client operable to request dynamic access to a data file; and
a file access server coupled to the file access client, the file access server operable to transmit an initial content of the data file to the file access client and to initiate tracking of modifications that occur over time in the data file, the file access server being operable to transmit the modifications, wherein the client is enabled to dynamically view the updates to the data file as they occur.
2. The system of claim 1 wherein the file access client further comprises a data input system operable to prompt a user for data file identification data and to place the data file identification data in a predetermined data structure.
3. The system of claim 2 wherein the file access client further comprises a formatter system coupled to the data input system, the formatter system operable to receive the data file identification data from the data input system in the predetermined data structure and to convert the data file identification data into a canonical message format.
4. The system of claim 3 wherein the file access client further comprises a data output system coupled to the formatter system, the formatter system further operable to receive data file status data in the canonical message format and to convert the data file status data into another predetermined data structure, the data output system operable to present the data file status data in a user-readable format.
5. The system of claim 1 wherein the file access client and the file access server each comprise an interface system operable to transfer data to and from a communications media.
6. The system of claim 5 wherein the interface system is an applications program interface.
7. The system of claim 1 wherein the file access server further comprises:
a file scanner system operable to perform one or more functions on the data file; and
a callback system coupled to the file scanner system, the callback system operable to compile data output by the file scanner system for transmission to the file access client.
8. The system of claim 7 wherein the file scanner system is operable to determine if a present value of a file access time field and a file size field is different from a previous value of the file access time field and the file size field, to output all data in the data file occurring after a pointer position of the data file, and to change the pointer position of the data file to correspond with the last data record in the data file.
9. The system of claim 7 wherein the file access server further comprises a command processor system coupled to the file scanner system, the command processor system operable to transfer one or more commands to the file scanner system to cause the file scanner system to initiate file scanning on the data file, the command processor system further operable to transfer one or more commands to the file scanner system to cause the file scanner system to cease file scanning on the data file.
10. The system of claim 7 wherein the function performed by the file scanner system is a data string search.
11. The system of claim 7 wherein the function performed by the file scanner system is a compare of the present contents of the data file with a buffered version of the data file.
12. The system of claim 9 wherein the file access server further comprises a formatter system coupled to the command processor system and the callback system, the formatter system operable to receive data file identification data in a canonical message format, to convert the canonical message format to a predetermined format, to transfer the data file identification data in the predetermined format to command processor system, to receive compiled data from the callback system, and to convert the compiled data into the canonical message format.
13. A method for dynamically viewing updates to a data file comprising:
transmitting a request for file access from a file access client to a file access server;
transmitting initial file contents from the file access server to the file access client;
tracking updates that have occurred to the initial file contents; and
transmitting the updates from the file access server to the file access client, wherein the client is enabled to dynamically view the updates to the data file as they occur.
14. The method of claim 13 wherein transmitting file updates from the file access server to the file access client further includes:
determining whether changes have occurred to the data file after a predetermined amount of time has passed;
performing a function on the data file to generate change data; and
transmitting the change data from the file access server to the file access client.
15. The method of claim 14 wherein performing the function on the file to generate change data further includes:
determining a data address of a pointer;
copying the data occurring after the data address of the pointer to generate the change data; and
setting the pointer location to equal the last data address in the data file.
performing a data string search on the data file; and
returning a predetermined value as the change data if the data string is found in the data file.
performing a file compare with a current content of the data file and a buffered version of the data file; and
returning the results of the file compare as the change data.
18. The method of claim 13 further comprising transmitting a command from the file access client to the file access server to terminate the transmission of file updates.
19. The method of claim 13 further comprising terminating the transmission of file updates if the file is not being accessed by another user.
receiving a message at a file status server;
extracting a data file name from the message;
periodically performing a function on the data file if there is a change in the data file; and
transmitting the results of the function to a user,
wherein the client is enabled to dynamically view the updates to the data file as they occur.
21. The method of claim 20 further comprising terminating the call back service for the data file if the message is a terminate service message.
22. The method of claim 20 wherein starting the call back service for the data file further includes:
transmitting the initial contents of the data file to the user; and
starting a timer cycle.
23. The method of claim 20 wherein performing a function on the data file if there is a change in the data file further includes:
comparing a file size at the end of a current timer cycle to the file size at the end of a previous timer cycle;
determining whether the time value stored in a file access time field is greater than a time value of the end of the previous timer cycle; and
performing the function on the data file if the file size at the end of the current timer cycle is not equal to the file size at the end of the previous timer cycle and if the time value stored in the file access time field is greater than the time value at the end of the previous timer cycle.
24. The method of claim 20 wherein performing a function on the data file further includes:
copying all data in the file with an address after a pointer address; and
resetting the pointer address to equal the address of the last data record in the data file.
25. The method for dynamically viewing updates to a data file as claimed in claim 13, wherein the transmitting the updates includes dynamically transmitting the updates from the file access server to the file access client when it is detected that updates have occurred.
26. The method for dynamically viewing updates to a data file as claimed in claim 13, wherein the transmitting the updates includes periodically transmitting the updates from the file access server to the file access client.
27. A system for dynamically viewing updates to a data file, comprising:
a file access client operable to request dynamic access to a data file;
a file access server coupled to the file access client, the file access server operable to transmit an initial content of the data file to the file access client and data file modifications dynamically occurring over time;
a file scanner system operable to perform one or more functions on the data file;
a callback system coupled to the file scanner system, the callback system operable to compile data output by the file scanner system for transmission to the file access client;
a command processor system coupled to the file scanner system, the command processor system operable to transfer one or more commands to the file scanner system to cause the file scanner system to initiate file scanning on the data file, the command processor system further operable to transfer one or more commands to the file scanner system to cause the file scanner system to cease file scanning on the data file,
a formatter system coupled to the command processor system and the callback system, the formatter system operable to receive data file identification data in a message format, to convert the message format to a predetermined format, to transfer the data file identification data in the predetermined format to command processor system, to receive the compiled data from the callback system, and to convert the compiled data into the message format.
28. The system for dynamically viewing updates to a data file as claimed in claim 27, wherein the message format includes a canonical message format.
29. A program storage device readable by machine, tangibly embodying a program of instructions executable by the machine to perform method steps of dynamically viewing updates to a data file, comprising:
transmitting the updates from the file access server to the file access clients,
30. The program storage device as claimed in claimed 29, wherein the method step of transmitting the updates includes dynamically transmitting the updates as soon as the updates are detected.
31. A computer data signal embodied in a carrier wave and representing sequences of instructions which, when executed by a machine, cause the machine to perform the steps of:
transmitting the updates from the file access server to the file access client,
file access client means for requesting dynamic access to a data file; and
file access server means for transmitting an initial content of the data file to the file access client means and initiating tracking of modifications that occur over time to the data file in response to receiving requests for dynamic access to the data file, the file access server means further transmitting the modifications to the file access client means,
33. The system for dynamically viewing updates to a data file as claimed in claim 32, wherein the file access server means transmits the modifications as the modifications occur.
34. The system for dynamically viewing updates to a data file as claimed in claim 32, wherein the file access server means transmits the modifications as soon as the modifications are detected.
35. The system for dynamically viewing updates to a data file as claimed in claim 32, wherein the file access server means transmits the modifications every predetermined period.
36. The system for dynamically viewing updates to a data file as claimed in claim 1, wherein the file access server transmits the modifications as soon as the modifications are detected.
37. The system for dynamically viewing updates to a data file as claimed in claim 1, wherein the file access server transmits the modifications every predetermined period.
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Methods and apparatuses for navigating the subarachnoid space Download PDF
subarachnoid space
passageway
Phillip D. Purdy
ENDOPHYS HOLDINGS LLC
University of Texas System
2010-08-31 Application filed by University of Texas System filed Critical University of Texas System
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Disclosed is a method of navigating a spinal subarchnoid space in a living being, that includes percutaneously introducing a device into the spinal subarachnoid space at an entry location. The device has a first passageway that is sized to slidably receive, and work with, at least a guidewire. The device can be a catheter or a sheath. The method can also include advancing the device within the spinal subarachnoid space at least more than 10 centimeters from the entry location. Alternatively, the method can include advancing the device within the spinal subarachnoid space to facilitate intracranial access with a second device introduced through the first passageway. Also disclosed is a device suited for attachment to a patient's skin, such as a sheath, that includes an elongated member, a skin-attachment apparatus having a flexible skin-attachment flap, and a valve apparatus.
This patent application is a divisional of U.S. Ser. No. 12/323,204, now U.S. Pat. No. 7,787,954, filed on Nov. 25, 2008, which is a continuation of Ser. No. 09/905,670, filed on Jul. 13, 2001, now U.S. Pat. No. 7,455,666, all of which are incorporated by reference.
The present invention relates generally to surgical methods and medical devices. More particularly, it concerns methods and apparatuses useful in navigating the subarachnoid space, including the spinal and the intracranial subarachnoid spaces. It also concerns medical devices, such as sheaths, that are suited for attachment to the skin.
2. Description of Related Art
During the 20th century, brain neurosurgery has advanced via the introduction of microsurgical techniques, the development of new tools such as aneurysm clips, and the description of new operative approaches. Surgeons have developed elegant mechanisms to remove parts of the bones making up the skull (craniotomy) and operate on structures deep within the brain while attempting to minimize complications relating to the approach. [See, for example, Fries et. al., 1996.] Furthermore, the surgical approach to the intracranial and spinal subarachnoid space has historically consisted of the skin incision, dissection to either the cranium or spinal bony covering, removal of some bone, and dissection through the meninges to gain access to the neurological structures. While imaging modalities became integrated into diagnostic evaluations, only at the end of the last century were significant attempts made to integrate computed tomography, angiography, and most recently magnetic resonance (MR) scanning into the actual surgical procedures.
Unfortunately, craniotomy has limited the applicability of such imaging modalities because the surgeon cannot simultaneously stand at the patient's head and conveniently operate on the brain via craniotomy, maintain sterility, and scan the brain using a large scanning apparatus that requires the patient to be held within it. There are theoretical limits to the ability to conveniently perform such surgery using currently-available imaging devices due to a conflict between the means of acquiring images and the means of operating on the brain. Furthermore, in conventional neurosurgery, while the brain surface is readily available underlying a craniotomy, the approach to deeper structures is progressively more invasive in terms of retraction injury (i.e., the brain is often retracted after the craniotomy to facilitate access to different areas in and around the brain) or even the need to remove brain tissue to gain access.
During the last 20 years, the development of endovascular neurosurgery has resulted in the creation of specialized devices for application within arteries. These devices include not only catheters and guidewires, but also embolic materials that can be introduced via catheters, thereby enabling the enhancement of some procedures that are performed via craniotomy following embolization, and thereby eliminating the need for craniotomy altogether in other cases. However, these techniques have heretofore been limited to the intravascular space (i.e., the space within blood vessels) because that was seen as the only available route of access for catheterization of the intracranial contents.
Extravascular access to locations within the head for the purpose of facilitating the kinds of procedures heretofore performed following a craniotomy has not been reported to the inventor's knowledge. The subarachnoid space, which is a compartment that contains the body of the spinal cord and cerebrospinal fluid (CSF)—a fluid that fills and surrounds the ventricles (cavities) of the brain and the spinal cord, and acts as a lubricant and a mechanical barrier against shock—is one such extravascular route.
Some authors have described experimental data using endoscopy in the subarachnoid space. An endoscope is a tube with a light and a lens on the end that can be used to view various regions within a body. One group from Sweden utilized a relatively large (4 millimeter) bronchoscope (a type of endoscope) to travel the length of the subarachnoid space to eventually visualize the contents of the posterior fossa, as well as gain access to the ventricular system. [Stefanov et. al., 1996.] These studies were performed in cadavers and involved dissection to the lumbar space and introduction of the bronchoscope from that location, using only endoscopic guidance. Applications in the clinical setting were not advocated.
A group from Japan utilized a smaller endoscope in cadavers to access only the subarachnoid space around the spinal cord and posterior fossa. [Eguchi et. al., 1999.] No attempt was made to access either the ventricles or the supratentorial cisterns. The endoscopes used also had no directional capability. Uchiyama et. al. (1998) used a “myeloscope” (a type of endoscope) that was sufficiently small (0.5-2 mm) to safely access the spinal subarachnoid space without injuring the spinal cord in a group of patients. Neither of these articles discusses catheterizing the subarachnoid space, whether for the purpose of facilitating intracranial access or otherwise. Furthermore, neither group attempted navigation of the subarachnoid space using catheters and guidewires or other means to more precisely control device placement or other instrument insertion.
Amar et. al. (2001) recently described a technique of catheterizing the spinal epidural space for the introduction of medication. However, that technique did not involve catheterization of the subarachnoid space, nor was it performed for the purpose of facilitating intracranial access. Other techniques of delivering anesthetics and other therapeutic agents to the subarachnoid space using catheters are described in U.S. Pat. Nos. 5,085,631 and 5,470,318.
The techniques disclosed in these patents do not involve advancing the catheter toward the head of the patient after the catheter is introduced into the subarachnoid space. Nor do they involve steps that facilitate intracranial access. Neither patent discloses using catheters for introducing other medical devices through the passageways in those catheters for the purpose of facilitating intracranial access.
The inventor is aware of other techniques for delivering medicaments to the subarachnoid space using a catheter. However, of these, none involved the use of catheters for the purpose of facilitating intracranial access. [See, for example, Delhaas, 1996.]
In addition, medical devices (e.g., sheaths) that are used with the foregoing techniques to facilitate the introduction of endoscopes and catheters into the subarachnoid space are not well-suited for use with imaging modalities such as MR scanning Generally, once a sheath is in place within a patient, other devices such as endoscopes and catheters can be introduced into the patient through the passageway within the sheath. In other words, once the sheath is in place, one end of the sheath is located beneath the patient's skin while the other end sticks out of the patient's skin, thereby allowing the surgeon to introduce, for example, an endoscope or catheter into the patient through the sheath's passageway. The manipulations that cause these introductions to occur are carried out at the end of the sheath that is positioned outside of the patient. However, a traditional sheath is sized and configured such that it does not extend very far outside of a patient once it has been inserted into a desired location. As a result, the manipulations of other medical devices introduced through the sheath cannot feasibly take place while the patient is positioned within an MR scanner (which mainly consists of large magnets) because there simply is not enough of the sheath sticking out of the patient to work with. Furthermore, this same shortcoming would impede a surgeon's ability to use one or more robotic devices to assist in or completely perform these manipulations.
Based on the foregoing, new methods of facilitating intracranial access that do not involve the shortcomings of craniotomy, and that can be monitored or guided via various imaging modalities are needed. New methods of facilitating intracranial access via devices introduced through non-endoscopic devices are also needed. Furthermore, new medical devices useful for establishing access to areas such as the subarachnoid space, and that can be used with robotic instruments or while the patient is positioned within an MR scanner are needed.
The present invention addresses the shortcomings of the prior art by providing methods of navigating the subarachoid space that does not involve the removal of bone. In addition, the present invention provides a medical device that is suited for attachment to the skin, and which enhances the flexibility afforded to the operating carrying out the present methods.
In one respect, the invention is a method of navigating a spinal subarchnoid space in a living being. The method includes percutaneously introducing a device into the spinal subarachnoid space at an entry location. The device has a first passageway sized to slidably receive, and work with, at least a guidewire. The method also includes advancing the device within the spinal subarachnoid space at least more than 10 centimeters from the entry location.
In one embodiment, method also includes removing a portion of the brain of the living being. The living being contains cerebrospinal fluid, and in another embodiment, the method also includes flushing at least some cerebrospinal fluid in order to remove blood from that cerebrospinal fluid. In another embodiment, the method also includes inducing hypothermia in at least some brain tissue. In another embodiment, the method also includes accessing at least one ventricle located within the head with a second device introduced through the first passageway of the device. In another embodiment, the method also includes draining at least one ventricle located within the head after accessing the ventricle.
In another embodiment, the device includes a second passageway sized to slidably receive, and work with, at least a guidewire. In another embodiment, the method also includes introducing an endoscope through the first passageway of the device. In another embodiment, the device includes a first sub-elongated member that has the first passageway, and a second sub-elongated member coupled to the first sub-elongated member, and the second sub-elongated member has the second passageway. In another embodiment, the device also includes a braiding material wrapped around the first and second sub-elongated members.
In another embodiment, a cross section taken along the device has a shape that is non-circular. In another embodiment, the method also includes altering the temperature of at least some brain tissue using a pumping apparatus. In another embodiment, the method also includes delivering medication to an intracranial subarachnoid space. In another embodiment, the device includes a wall to which an electroencephalography electrode is attached. In another embodiment, the device includes a wall to which a sensor useful for monitoring a biochemical property is attached, and the method also includes monitoring either pH, glucose concentration, oxygen tension, carbon dioxide concentration, or sodium concentration using the sensor. In another embodiment, the device includes a wall to which a thermal sensor useful for monitoring temperature is attached, and the method also includes monitoring temperature using the thermal sensor.
In another embodiment, the method also includes introducing an apparatus through the first passageway of the device; and applying electric current, heat, or cryothermal stimulation to a tissue within the living being using the apparatus. In another embodiment, the method also includes introducing a radioactive pellet through the first passageway of the device; and placing the radioactive pellet within the living being in order to irradiate a tumor. In another embodiment, the method also includes introducing a detector through the first passageway of the device; and placing the detector within the living being. In another embodiment, the method also includes monitoring a physiologic or biochemical property using the detector.
In another embodiment, the method also includes introducing a penetration apparatus through the first passageway of the device, the penetration apparatus including an outer sleeve element and an inner puncture element, the outer sleeve element and the inner puncture element being slidably coupled together; and puncturing the pia mater using the penetration apparatus. In another embodiment, the method also includes creating a lesion in the brain of the living being. In another embodiment, the advancing step of the method is achieved via a robotic device. In another embodiment, the method also includes monitoring the position of the device for a period of time using magnetic resonance imaging, fluoroscopy, endoscopy, computed tomography, thermal imaging, sonography, or any combination of these. In another embodiment, the method also includes introducing an electrode through the first passageway of the device; and placing the electrode within the living being. In another embodiment, the electrode is an electroencephalography electrode and the placing includes placing the electroencephalography electrode proximate brain tissue. In another embodiment, the method also includes introducing material through the first passageway of the device; and placing the material proximate a cranial nerve to assist in treating a neurologic condition. In another embodiment, the method also includes introducing genetic material through the first passageway of the device; and placing the genetic material within the living being to assist in treating a neurologic condition.
In another respect, the invention is a method of navigating a spinal subarchnoid space in a living being. The method includes percutaneously introducing a device into the spinal subarachnoid space. The device has a first passageway sized to slidably receive, and work with, at least a guidewire. The method also includes advancing the device within the spinal subarachnoid space to facilitate intracranial access with a second device introduced through the first passageway.
In one embodiment, the method also includes removing a portion of the brain of the living being. The living being contains cerebrospinal fluid, and in another embodiment, the method also includes flushing at least some cerebrospinal fluid in order to remove blood from that cerebrospinal fluid. In another embodiment, the method also includes inducing hypothermia in at least some brain tissue. In another embodiment, the method also includes accessing at least one ventricle located within the head with a second device introduced through the first passageway of the device. In another embodiment, the device includes a second passageway sized to slidably receive, and work with, at least a guidewire. In another embodiment, the device includes a first sub-elongated member that has the first passageway, and a second sub-elongated member coupled to the first sub-elongated member, and the second sub-elongated member has the second passageway. In another embodiment, the device includes a wall to which a sensor useful for monitoring a biochemical property is attached, and the method also includes monitoring either pH, glucose concentration, oxygen tension, carbon dioxide concentration, or sodium concentration using the sensor.
In another embodiment, the method also includes introducing an apparatus through the first passageway of the device; and applying electric current, heat, or cryothermal stimulation to a tissue within the living being using the apparatus. In another embodiment, the method also includes introducing a radioactive pellet through the first passageway of the device; and placing the radioactive pellet within the living being in order to irradiate a tumor. In another embodiment, the method also includes introducing a detector through the first passageway of the device; and placing the detector within the living being. In another embodiment, the method also includes monitoring a physiologic or biochemical property using the detector. In another embodiment, the advancing step of the method is achieved via a robotic device. In another embodiment, the method also includes monitoring the position of the device for a period of time using magnetic resonance imaging, fluoroscopy, endoscopy, computed tomography, thermal imaging, sonography, or any combination of these.
In yet another embodiment, the method also includes introducing an electrode through the first passageway of the device; and placing the electrode within the living being. In another embodiment, the electrode is an electroencephalography electrode and the placing includes placing the electroencephalography electrode proximate brain tissue.
In another respect, the invention is a method of navigating a spinal subarachnoid space within a living being. The method includes introducing a non-endoscopic device into the spinal subarachnoid space. The non-endoscopic device has a passageway. The method also includes advancing the non-endoscopic device within the spinal subarachnoid space and toward the head of the living being to facilitate intracranial access with a second device introduced through the passageway; and monitoring the position of the non-endoscopic device for a period of time using an imaging modality other than an endoscope. In this document (including the claims), a “non-endoscopic device” is one that is not an endoscope. In this document (including the claims), an “endoscope” is a device to which a lens has been directly attached (usually at a tip of the device). A device such as one of the catheters or sheaths discussed below that has a passageway through which an endoscope is passed and with which an endoscope is used does not become an endoscope as a result.
In another respect, the invention is a medical device suited for attachment to a patient's skin. The medical device includes a member that has two ends and a first passageway sized to slidably receive, and work with, at least a guidewire; and a skin-attachment apparatus that is configured to be coupled to the member at a coupling location that is between the two ends. The skin-attachment apparatus has a flexible skin-attachment flap configured for attachment to the skin. The medical device also includes a valve apparatus that is configured to be coupled to one end of the member. The valve apparatus and the skin-attachment apparatus define a flexible member portion between them when both are coupled to the member.
In one embodiment, the coupling location is variable during a procedure. In one embodiment, the medical device also includes a second skin-attachment apparatus that is configured to be coupled to the member at a second coupling location that is spaced apart from the coupling location. In one embodiment, the flexible member portion has a length of at least 2 centimeters. In one embodiment, a cross section taken along the member has a shape that is non-circular. In one embodiment, the member has a second passageway. In one embodiment, the member includes a first sub-elongated member that has the first passageway, and the medical device also includes a second sub-elongated member coupled to the first sub-elongated member, and the second sub-elongated member has the second passageway.
In another embodiment, the member is bendable, and is configured to retain a shape after being bent. In another embodiment, the valve apparatus is configured for use with a robotic device. In another embodiment, the member has a length, and a stiffness that varies along the length. In another embodiment, the two ends of the member are first and second ends; the valve apparatus is configured to be coupled to the first end; the member has a distal portion near the second end; and the distal portion includes a wall that has an electroencephalography electrode therein. In another embodiment, the two ends of the member are first and second ends; the valve apparatus is configured to be coupled to the first end; the member has a distal portion near the second end; and the distal portion includes a wall that has a sensor useful for monitoring a biochemical property. In another embodiment, the biochemical property is pH, glucose concentration, oxygen tension, carbon dioxide concentration, or sodium concentration. In another embodiment, the two ends of the member are first and second ends; the valve apparatus is configured to be coupled to the first end; the member has a distal portion near the second end; and the distal portion includes a wall that has a thermal sensor useful for monitoring temperature.
In yet another embodiment, the medical device also includes a flush line coupled to the valve apparatus. In another embodiment, the flexible skin-attachment flap includes padding material. In another embodiment, the valve apparatus includes a hub configured for attachment to other medical devices.
In another respect, the invention is a sheath suited for attachment to a patient's skin. The sheath includes a member that has a first end, a second end, and a first passageway sized to slidably receive, and work with, at least a guidewire. The sheath also has a skin-attachment apparatus that is configured to be coupled to the non-rigid member at a coupling location that is between the first and second ends, but at least 2 centimeters from the first end. The skin-attachment apparatus has a flexible, padded skin-attachment flap configured for attachment to the skin. The medical device also includes a valve apparatus that is configured to be coupled to the first end of the member. The valve apparatus and the skin-attachment apparatus define a flexible member portion between them when both are coupled to the member. The coupling location may be varied either prior to or after attachment of the sheath to the skin.
The following drawings form part of the present specification and are included to further demonstrate certain aspects of the present methods and apparatuses. The present methods and apparatuses may be better understood by reference to one or more of these drawings in combination with the description of illustrative embodiments presented herein. These drawings illustrate by way of example and not limitation, and they use like references to indicate similar elements.
FIG. 1 illustrates selected areas of the central nervous system and medical devices introduced into the spinal subarachnoid space using the present methods.
FIGS. 2A and 2B are enlarged versions of the lumbar region of the spine shown in FIG. 1, and illustrate a medical device suited for attachment to the skin that was placed using the present methods.
FIG. 3 is a top view of a medical device suited for attachment to the skin and illustrated as a sheath.
FIGS. 4-9 illustrate different embodiments of the skin-attachment apparatus that is coupled to the sheath shown in FIG. 3.
FIG. 10 is a cross-sectional view of an embodiment of an elongated member of one of the present medical devices suited for attachment to the skin, illustrating a non-circular shape.
FIG. 11 is a cross-sectional view of an embodiment of an elongated member of one of the present medical devices suited for attachment to the skin, illustrating two passageways sized to slidably receive, and work with, at least a guidewire.
FIG. 12 is an end view showing two sub-elongated members coupled together.
FIG. 13A illustrates sub-elongated members of different lengths.
FIGS. 13B-H are partial side views illustrating different embodiments of ends of two coupled sub-elongated members.
FIG. 14 is a partial side view illustrating a detector attached to the outside surface of one of the present medical devices.
FIG. 15 is a cross-sectional view showing the detector depicted in FIG. 14 being coupled to a communication device illustrated as a wire positioned in the wall of the medical device.
FIG. 16 illustrates an operator applying the present methods to a patient positioned within an MR scanner.
FIG. 17 illustrates a detector being placed in brain tissue using the present methods.
FIG. 18 depicts one embodiment of a penetration apparatus.
FIG. 19 is a partial side view depicting one embodiment of two sub-elongated members coupled together with a braiding material.
FIG. 20 is a partial side view depicting one embodiment of a catheter wrapped in braiding material.
As a preliminary matter, it should be noted that in this document (including the claims), the terms “comprise” (and any form thereof, such as “comprises” and “comprising”), “have” (and any form thereof, such as “has” and “having”), and “include” (and any form thereof, such as “includes” and “including”) are open-ended transitional terms. Thus, a thing that “comprises,” “has,” or “includes” one or more elements possesses those one or more elements, but is not limited to only possessing those one or more elements. For example, a device “having a first passageway sized to slidably receive, and work with, at least a guidewire” is a device that has, but is not limited to only having, the described first passageway. In other words, the device possesses the first passageway, but is not excluded from possessing additional passageways or other elements that are not listed.
The present methods involve navigating the subarachnoid space, including the spinal subarachnoid space. In some embodiments, the intracranial subarachnoid space is also navigated. The present methods facilitate intracranial access via the subarachnoid space. For example, using the present methods, a first device may be introduced into the subarachnoid space to facilitate intracranial access with another device introduced through one or more passageways located within the first device. In this document (including the claims), “intracranial access” means access to the space within the head that is above the foramen magnum. In addition, intracranial subarachnoid space is the subarachnoid space located above the foramen magnum, and the spinal subarachnoid space is the subarachnoid space located below the foramen magnum, though the spaces are contiguous without a physical barrier between them. In this document (including the claims), a step that involves moving one device “to facilitate intracranial access” with another device introduced through the first device is a step that is taken with the intention of making intracranial access with the second device possible.
The present minimally-invasive methods offer new routes of access for both brain and spine surgery that involve no craniotomy or bone removal. Advantageously, the present methods can be performed with the operator standing remote from the patient's head. The route of access is a standard puncture of the spinal subarachnoid space, such as in the lumbar spine. Then, techniques conventionally used in intravascular procedures are applied in order to navigate the subarachnoid space, including the intracranial subarachnoid space in some cases. The present methods should have fewer problems with exposure of the brain to infectious agents and offer an opportunity for navigation of many structures without brain refraction or removal to achieve access.
Turning to the figures, FIG. 1 illustrates certain aspects of the central nervous system of a patient that have been navigated using the present techniques. Specifically, FIG. 1 illustrates dural membrane 10, spinal cord 12, subarachnoid space 14, lumbar vertebrae L1, L2, L3, L4, and L5, sacrum 16, and brain 18, including cerebellum 20. FIG. 1 also illustrates as sheath 24 a medical device suited for attachment to skin 22, which includes elongated member 26, first end 28, second end 30, skin-attachment apparatus 32, valve apparatus 36 coupled to first end 28, and flush line 38. As used in this document (including the claims), “elongated” simply means having a length. Skin-attachment apparatus 32 includes flexible skin-attachment flap 34 configured for attachment (and actually attached as shown) to skin 22. Further, skin-attachment apparatus 32 is configured to be coupled to elongated member 26 at a location along elongated member 26 described in this document (including the claims) as a “coupling location.” FIG. 1 illustrates that skin-attachment apparatus 32 and valve apparatus 36, which are both coupled to elongated member 26, define flexible member portion 40 between them.
As shown in FIG. 1, elongated member 26 includes a first passageway that is sized to slidably receive, and work with, at least a guidewire. In this document (including the claims), a passageway that is “sized to slidably receive, and work with, at least a guidewire” means that the passageway is configured for use in normal operation with a medical device that can be the size of at least a guidewire. Thus, a passageway so sized is configured for use in normal operation with a guidewire, and may also be configured for use in normal operation with larger medical devices, including certain sheaths, catheters, and dilators. As shown in FIG. 1, another device having a first passageway that is sized to slidably receive, and operate with, at least a guidewire is illustrated as catheter 42, which has been percutaneously introduced into subarachnoid space 14 at entry location 50 through the first passageway of elongated member 26. Guidewire 44 is shown in FIG. 1 as having been percutaneously introduced into subarachnoid space 14 at entry location 50 through the first passageways of both catheter 42 and elongated member 26. As used in this document (including the claims), “introducing a device into the subarachnoid space” means causing the device to pass through the boundary that defines the spinal subarachnoid space. The boundary need not be physical, so the device does not need to be in contact with the subarachnoid space. Thus, and for example, passing a guidewire or a catheter through the passageway in a sheath that is positioned within the subarachnoid space amounts to introducing that guidewire or catheter into the subarachnoid space so long as that guidewire or catheter passes across the boundary that defines where the subarachnoid space begins. Furthermore, as used in this document (including the claims), “percutaneously introducing” a device means to introduce the device without first cutting away bone through, for example, craniotomy or drilling burr holes.
Prior to percutaneously introducing sheath 24 into subarachnoid space 14 at entry location 50, an operator may direct a guidewire through skin 22 and dural membrane 10 and into subarachnoid space 14, and more specifically the spinal subarachnoid space, in order to facilitate the introduction of sheath 24. This guidewire introduction may be achieved, for example, by directing a needle through the skin and the dural membrane between any of the lumbar vertebrae. The spaces between adjacent vertebrae are known as interspaces, such as the L1-2 interspace labeled as element 46.
While FIG. 1 illustrates introduction into the subarachnoid space (and specifically into the spinal subarachnoid space) in the lumbar region, entry locations may be made in other regions, including the thoracic and cervical regions of the spine. Thus, devices such as catheters, sheaths, and guidewires (including those illustrated in FIG. 1) may pass through the following interspaces: C1-2, C2-3, C3-4, C4-5, C5-6, C6-7 (i.e., the cervical interspaces), T1-2, T2-3, T3-4, T4-5, T5-6, T6-7, T7-8, T8-9, T9-10, T10-11, and T11-12 (i.e., the thoracic interspaces). With the needle in place, a guidewire may be introduced into the spinal subarachnoid space through a passageway (sometimes referred to as a “lumen”) within the needle. The guidewire may then be directed superiorly and advanced within the spinal subarachnoid space and toward the patent's head to a desired location. The position of the guidewire within the patient, including within the various regions of the subarachnoid space, may be monitored using any suitable imaging modality, such as magnetic resonance imaging, fluoroscopy, endoscopy, computed tomography, thermal imaging, sonography, or any combination of these. Moreover, these imaging modalities can be used throughout a procedure to monitor the various positions of other medical devices, provided that the right conditions exist (such as sufficient radiopacity, etc.)
After introducing a guidewire, such as guidewire 44, into the subarachnoid space, the operator may dilate the tract created by the guidewire using one or more medical devices suited for that purpose, such as dilators. This may be done after removing the needle. Alternatively, a suitably structured sheath may be introduced over the guidewire for the same dilation purpose and also to facilitate intracranial access with a second device introduced through the passageway of the sheath. If an operator uses a dilator, a medical device such as sheath 24 may be passed over the dilator, and the dilator can then be removed through the passageway of the sheath.
Following sheath placement, techniques applied during procedures such as angiography may be used to navigate the subarachnoid space, including the spinal and intracranial subarachnoid spaces. In this regard, another guidewire may be introduced through the sheath and into the subarachnoid space with a tip that is directed either anteriorly or posteriorly in relation to the spinal cord. A medical device such as a catheter may then be introduced over the guidewire to facilitate intracranial access using a device introduced through the passageway of the catheter.
The navigation described above, including one or more of the steps for introducing the various medical devices into the subarachnoid space and advancing those devices within the subarachnoid space and, sometimes, toward the head of the patient, may be achieved in whole or in part using a robotic device. Furthermore, the representative applications of the present methods discussed below may be carried out in whole or in part using a robotic device. Potential advantages of using a robotic device in this fashion pertain, for example, to navigating through neural tissue. The pial membrane surrounding the brain forms a barrier to penetration, and once the membrane is punctured, there is essentially no resistance to navigation offered by cerebral tissue. Using a robotic device to assist with navigation of the cerebral tissue may be beneficial given the great extent to which the movements of a catheter or guidewire can be controlled using a robotic device and viewed using an imaging modality.
Turning next to FIG. 2A, an enlarged view of a small portion of the central nervous system is illustrated, and sheath 24 is shown positioned within the subarachnoid space 14. As shown in FIG. 2A, subarachnoid space 14 is the spinal subarachnoid space. The spinal subarachnoid space is located within the bony canal created by the vertebrae and is different than the intracranial subarachnoid space, which is located above the foramen magnum, as described above. As shown, sheath 24 was percutaneously introduced into the spinal subarachnoid space through dural membrane 10 at entry location 50, and subsequently advanced through the spinal subarachnoid space and toward the head of the patient to facilitate intracranial access by both catheter 24 and guidewire 44. Skin-attachment apparatus 32, which is configured to be coupled to and, in fact, is coupled to, elongated member 26 of sheath 24, is shown as being attached to skin 22 using sutures 54 (only one of which is shown) placed through openings 56 (only one of which is shown) in flexible skin-attachment flap 34. Securing mechanism 52 is shown in FIG. 2A as being used with skin-attachment apparatus 32 to secure the position of skin-attachment apparatus 32 along elongated member 26. Advantageously, the coupling location of skin-attachment apparatus 32 to elongated member 26 may vary, thereby increasing the versatility of sheath 24 by comparison to sheaths with fixed skin-attachment apparatuses. Furthermore, by spacing apart skin-attachment apparatus 32 from valve apparatus 36, flexible member portion 40 is defined between the two.
Flexible member portion 40 affords the operator many advantages because it gives him/her the ability to introduce devices through the one or more passageways of sheath 24 at a location that is remote (i.e., spaced apart) from both the location at which the sheath is attached to the skin and the location at which the sheath enters the skin. For example, some patient motion during the operation can be absorbed by flexible member portion 40. Also, because the length of flexible member portion may be adjusted, the operator can position him or herself remotely from the patient when performing the various steps of the present methods and while permitting the position of various instruments to be monitored via imaging modalities such as magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). Thus, having a suitable length, flexible member portion 40 will allow extension of elongated member 26 from the area of the patient that will be inaccessible during placement of the patient in an MR scanners.
The length of the present flexible member portions, and the distance between one of the present skin-attachment apparatuses and the first end of one of the present elongated members (which distance will differ from the length of the present flexible member portion based on the length of the valve apparatus in question) can be any distance suited to the particular operation, including 1, 1.5, 2, 2.5, 3, 3.5, 4, 4.5, 5, 5.5, 6, 6.5, 7, 7.5, 8, 8.5, 9, 9.5, 10, 10.5, 11, 11.5, 12, 12.5, 13, 13.5, 14, 14.5, 15, 15.5, 16, 16.5, 17, 17.5, 18, 18.5, 19, 19.5, 20, 20.5, 21, 21.5, 22, 22.5, 23, 23.5, 24, 24.5, 25, 25.5, 26, 26.5, 27, 27.5, 28, 28.5, 29, 29.5, 30, 30.5, 31, 31.5, 32, 32.5, 33, 33.5, 34, 34.5, 35, 35.5, 36, 36.5, 37, 37.5, 38, 38.5, 39, 39.5, 40, or more centimeters. Additional suitable distances include 41, 42, 43, 44, 45, 46, 47, 48, 49, 50, 51, 52, 53, 54, 55, 56, 57, 58, 59, 60, 61, 62, 63, 64, 65, 66, 67, 68, 69, and 70 centimeters, or even more if the particular application warrants further removal of the operating physician from the insertion point in the skin. Furthermore, the length of flexible member portion 40 can be adjusted to suit the use of sheath 24 with a robotic device.
Moving to FIG. 2B, it shows a view similar to that depicted in FIG. 2A. Specifically, FIG. 2B illustrates sheath 24, which has been percutaneously introduced into subarachnoid space 14 (which, as shown, is spinal subarachnoid space) at entry location 50. From entry location 50, sheath 24 has been advanced (as shown by the dotted lines) a distance from that entry location to a second location 51. This distance is illustrated in FIG. 2B in terms of D1, which is the distance along the path taken by sheath 24. D1 can be determined by measuring the length of sheath 24 advanced beyond entry location 50. This distance is also illustrated in terms of D2, which is the straight-line distance between entry location 50 and second location 51. This distance is also illustrated as D3, which is the absolute distance toward the head that sheath 24 has been advanced between entry location 50 and second location 51. D3 can be determined by measuring the distance between a plane intersecting entry location 50 and oriented substantially laterally across the longitudinally-oriented patient and a plane intersecting second location 51 and oriented substantially laterally across the longitudinally-oriented patient.
In this document (including the claims), advancing a device a distance from an entry location means that the device is advanced a distance consistent with any of D1, D2, and D3. Thus, advancing a device at least greater than 10 centimeters from an entry location means that the device is advanced at least more than 10 centimeters (e.g., any distance that is greater than 10 centimeters, including 10.1 centimeters, etc.) according to the distance along the path taken by the device (i.e., D1), that the device is advanced at least more than 10 centimeters according to the straight-line distance from the entry location (i.e., D2), or that the device is advanced at least more than 10 centimeters according to the absolute distance in the direction of advancement from the entry location (i.e., D3). Suitable distances that the devices disclosed herein that have passageways sized to slidably receive, and operate with, at least a guidewire (such as sheath 24 and catheter 42) may be advanced within the spinal subarachnoid space from the entry location of the device consistent with the present methods include 1, 1.5, 2, 2.5, 3, 3.5, 4, 4.5, 5, 5.5, 6, 6.5, 7, 7.5, 8, 8.5, 9, 9.5, 10, 10.1, 10.2, 10.3, 10.4, 10.5, 10.6, 10.7, 10.8, 10.9, 11, 11.5, 12, 12.5, 13, 13.5, 14, 14.5, 15, 15.5, 16, 16.5, 17, 17.5, 18, 18.5, 19, 19.5, 20, 20.5, 21, 21.5, 22, 22.5, 23, 23.5, 24, 24.5, 25, 25.5, 26, 26.5, 27, 27.5, 28, 28.5, 29, 29.5, 30, 30.5, 31, 31.5, 32, 32.5, 33, 33.5, 34, 34.5, 35, 35.5, 36, 36.5, 37, 37.5, 38, 38.5, 39, 39.5, 40, or more centimeters. Furthermore, distances that the devices disclosed herein that have passageways sized to slidably receive, and operate with, at least a guidewire (such as sheath 24 and catheter 42) may be advanced within the spinal subarachnoid space consistent with the present methods and that are greater than at least 10 centimeters from the entry location of the device include 10.1, 10.2, 10.3, 10.4, 10.5, 10.6, 10.7, 10.8, 10.9, 11, 11.5, 12, 12.5, 13, 13.5, 14, 14.5, 15, 15.5, 16, 16.5, 17, 17.5, 18, 18.5, 19, 19.5, 20, 20.5, 21, 21.5, 22, 22.5, 23, 23.5, 24, 24.5, 25, 25.5, 26, 26.5, 27, 27.5, 28, 28.5, 29, 29.5, 30, 30.5, 31, 31.5, 32, 32.5, 33, 33.5, 34, 34.5, 35, 35.5, 36, 36.5, 37, 37.5, 38, 38.5, 39, 39.5, 40, or more centimeters. Further still and consistent with the present methods, the devices disclosed herein that have passageways sized to slidably receive, and operate with, at least a guidewire (such as sheath 24 and catheter 42) may be advanced within the spinal subarachnoid space distances from the entry locations of the devices greater than at least 11, 11.5, 12, 12.5, 13, 13.5, 14, 14.5, 15, 15.5, 16, 16.5, 17, 17.5, 18, 18.5, 19, 19.5, 20, 20.5, 21, 21.5, 22, 22.5, 23, 23.5, 24, 24.5, 25, 25.5, 26, 26.5, 27, 27.5, 28, 28.5, 29, 29.5, 30, 30.5, 31, 31.5, 32, 32.5, 33, 33.5, 34, 34.5, 35, 35.5, 36, 36.5, 37, 37.5, 38, 38.5, 39, 39.5, 40, or more centimeters.
FIG. 3 illustrates a top view of sheath 24. As illustrated in a cut-away section of FIG. 3, elongated member 26 has a first passageway 58 that is sized to receive, and work with, at least a guidewire. Valve apparatus 36, which is configured to be coupled to and, in fact, is coupled to first end 28 of elongated member 26, provides a membrane 60 that extends across first passageway 58 in a way that allows other devices to be introduced through passageway 58 while preventing fluid from flowing out of sheath 24 through first end 28. Within this document (including the claims), a “valve apparatus” is any apparatus that, when coupled (either directly or indirectly) to elongated member 26, is capable of sealing one or more of the passageways (such as first passageway 58) of elongated member 26 against fluid trying to flow out through the particular passageway in a direction out of a patient. Although membrane 60 is shown as extending across first passageway 58 at a location within first passageway 58, those of skill in the art having the benefit of this disclosure will understand that membrane 60 could also be positioned outside of first passageway 58 and achieve the same function. For example, although not shown, those of skill in the art having the benefit of this disclosure will understand that membrane 60 could be formed as a rubber gasket situated between two elements that screw into each other and vary an opening within membrane 60, thereby providing an adjustable opening valve. Valve apparatus may be coupled to elongated member 26 using any suitable means, including a threaded connection, friction fit, interlocking parts, a clamp, glue, integral formation or other means of permanent attachment, or the like. In addition, valve apparatus 36 may be configured, as it is in FIG. 3, to allow for attachment of flush line 38. This may be accomplished in any conventional fashion, including through the use of a protrusion that is formed as part of valve apparatus 36 and extends away from it (not shown) to which a flush line may be coupled. Valve apparatus 36 may also be configured to allow for fluid communication between flush line 38 and first passageway 58. Alternatively, valve apparatus may also be configured to allow for fluid communication between flush line 38 and a passageway within elongated member 26 other than first passageway 58. Furthermore, valve apparatus 36 may be configured with hub 62 that is configured for attachment to other medical devices such as guidewires, sheaths, catheters, and introducers. The hub may, for example, take the form of a male or female Luer lock piece.
Although only one skin-attachment apparatus 32 is illustrated in the present figures, certain operations may benefit from the use of two or more such apparatuses. Accordingly, two, three, four, five, or more skin-attachment apparatuses configured to be coupled to elongated member 26 may be coupled to and used with elongated member 26. Each of these skin-attachment apparatuses may be coupled to elongated member 26 at coupling locations spaced apart from the ends of elongated member 26. One combination of skin-attachment apparatuses includes permanently attaching one to elongated member 26, and coupling another skin-attachment apparatus in between the permanently-attached skin-attachment apparatus and a valve apparatus coupled to the first end of the elongated member such that the coupling location of the second skin-attachment apparatus is variable. Furthermore, each skin-attachment apparatus may have a flexible skin-attachment flap that is configured for attachment to the skin of a patient. In this regard, while openings 56 are shown in flexible skin-attachment flap 34 for attaching the flexible skin-attachment flap to the skin of a patient, it will be understood that any suitable manner of configuring the flap for attachment to the skin may be used, including the use of a temperature sensitive adhesive, a repositionable adhesive, clips (such as small alligator clips), tape, glue, and the like.
FIGS. 4-9 show different embodiments of skin-attachment apparatus 32. In FIG. 4, skin-attachment apparatus 32, which is configured to be coupled to elongated member 26 at a coupling location and which includes flexible skin-attachment flap 34, is coupled to elongated member 26 such that it is permanently attached to elongated member 26. This may be accomplished by securing flexible skin-attachment flap 34 to elongated member 26 through gluing, integral formation, or the like.
FIG. 5 shows skin-attachment apparatus 32 coupled to elongated member 26 in a way that permits the coupling location of skin-attachment apparatus to elongated member 26 to vary prior to or after attachment of skin-attachment apparatus to a patient's skin. Specifically, skin-attachment apparatus 32 includes flexible skin-attachment flap 34, secondary flap 66, and securing mechanisms 52, which serve to tighten the flaps against elongated member 26 when the mechanisms are engaged. Securing mechanisms may take the form of clips (such as small alligator clips), clamps, flaps that snap together, string, or any other suitable means of temporarily securing flaps 34 and 66 around elongated member 26 in a way that prevents elongated member 26 from moving relative to the flaps until securing mechanisms 52 are disengaged. Padding material, such as a sponge, gelatin-like material, or trapped air may be placed in spaces 68 defined by flaps 66, 34, and elongated member 26, in order to make attachment of skin-attachment apparatus 32 more comfortable to patients placed in supine positions.
FIGS. 6-8 show skin-attachment apparatuses 32 coupled to elongated member 26 using only one securing mechanism 52. In addition, skin-attachment apparatus 32 in FIG. 6 includes adhesive 70, instead of openings 56 shown in other figures, that is useful in attaching flexible skin-attachment flap 34 to a patient's skin. In FIG. 7, flexible skin-attachment flap 34 contains padding material 72 (as may any of the present flexible skin-attachment flaps), which is useful as described above. In both FIGS. 6 and 7, flexible skin-attachment flaps 34 are positioned between elongated member 26 and securing mechanisms 52. In contrast, FIG. 8 shows that securing mechanism 52 may be in direct contact with elongated member 26. In the embodiment shown in FIG. 8, flexible skin-attachment flap 34 may be secured to securing mechanism 52 using any suitable means, including glue, integral formation, and the like.
Although not shown in FIGS. 4-9, it should be understood that a flexible skin-attachment flap 34 may be configured in the form of a flap that is folded over elongated member 26 and snapped together, the mating snaps serving as securing mechanism 52.
Turning to FIG. 9, the embodiment of skin-attachment apparatus 32 shown includes padding material 72 within flexible skin-attachment flap 34, and may include the same in space 68. Flaps 66 and 34 shown in both FIG. 5 and FIG. 9 may be attached to each other using any suitable means described in this document.
FIGS. 10, 11 and 12 illustrate different embodiments of elongated member 26 of sheath 24. While these figures are described in terms of elongated member 26 and, hence, sheath 24, the embodiments discussed are equally applicable to devices such as catheter 42 depicted in FIG. 1, which may be introduced through the passageways discussed in FIGS. 10-12.
FIG. 10 illustrates a cross section of elongated member 26, revealing that it can have a shape at a given cross section that is non-circular. Advantageously, an elongated member 26 having such a shape along any portion of its length may be well-suited to navigating certain regions within the subarachnoid space that are wider in one dimension than in another. Suitable shapes of cross sections taken at a particular location along an elongated member include oval, and figure-eight shapes. Furthermore, the present elongated members, and the present sub-elongated members discussed below, may have cross-sectional shapes that vary along the length of the member.
FIG. 11 illustrates another cross section of elongated member 26, revealing that it can have both first passageway 58 and second passageway 74. Like first passageway 58, second passageway 74 can be sized to slidably receive, and work with, at least a guidewire. Moreover, elongated member 26 can have additional such passageways consistent with the present methods and apparatuses. Additionally, while the passageways described in this document (including the claims) may extend through openings that coincide with the ends of the particular devices in question (such as sheath 24 and catheter 42 shown in FIG. 1), the openings within the present medical devices that serve to define the present passageways may be located in positions other than the ends of the present medical devices. Thus, a sheath or a catheter that has one or both ends closed may nevertheless have a passageway as that term is used in this document (including the claims) so long as two openings to the outside of the device exist that serve to define the passageway. For example, one of the present devices could have a passageway defined by openings positioned within the wall of the device. In addition, two passageways could share a common opening, regardless of the location of the common opening. However, if the passageway in question is restricted to being sized to slidably receive, and work with, at least a guidewire, the positioning of the openings in question must satisfy this condition as well.
Turning next to FIG. 12, there is shown elongated member 26 having two sub-elongated members 76 and 78 that are coupled together using coupling device 80, which allows the operator to snap the pieces of tubing together. Other means for coupling sub-elongated members 76 and 78 may also be used, such as interlocking parts that are integrally formed with the sub-elongated, interlocking parts that are attached to the sub-elongated members, adhesives that serve to secure the sub-elongated members together but that allow them to be repositioned and re-secured, melting of the sub-elongated members together, glue, and the like. Alternatively, sub-elongated members 76 and 78 may be joined, as by bonding during manufacture, such that a cross-sectional configuration of them resembles that shown in FIG. 12, only without a coupling device 80 interposed between sub-elongated members 76 and 78. Sub-elongated member 76 has first passageway 58, and sub-elongated member 78 has second passageway 74. In this document (including the claims), “a sub-elongated member” can, but need not, have a perfectly round cross section. Thus, both sub-elongated members 76 and 78 could have cross sections at any location along their length with shapes like the ones depicted in FIG. 10.
Furthermore, as shown in FIG. 13A, sheath 24 can include elongated member 26, which can have sub-elongated members 76 and 78 that possess different lengths. As shown, sub-elongated member 76 has first end 28 and second end 30, and sub-elongated member 78 has first end 82 and second end 84. FIG. 13A also shows that valve apparatus 36 may be coupled to both sub-elongated members, as may be skin-attachment apparatus 32. Furthermore, end 84 is closed, and sub-elongated member 78 has an opening 86 located within the wall of sub-elongated member 78 that together with the opening at first end 82 of sub-elongated member 78 serves to define second passageway 74.
Moving ahead to FIG. 13H, the same shows that the sub-elongated members of sheath 24 depicted in FIG. 13A may alternatively be arranged such that one of the sub-elongated members has multiple openings 86, as shown in sub-elongated member 76. Sub-elongated member 76 has a closed second end 30 in FIG. 13H. As explained below, fluid may be introduced through one passageway to a desired location, and withdrawn through another passageway. The configuration of sheath 24 illustrated in FIG. 13H may be used during such a procedure.
FIGS. 13B-G illustrate different embodiments of the shapes of second ends 30 and 84 of sub-elongated members 76 and 78, respectively. FIG. 13B shows that second end 30 of sub-elongated member 76 may be offset from second end 84 of sub-elongated member 84. FIG. 13B also shows that second end 30 of sub-elongated member 76 may be beveled, or tapered, into sub-elongated member 80, thereby reducing the chance that sheath 24 will “hang up” on other structures prior to reaching its intended destination. This same benefit may be realized using the configuration of sheath 24 (via sub-elongated members 76 and 78) shown in FIGS. 13C, 13D, and 13G. The configurations illustrated in FIGS. 13E and 13F may be used as the application warrants.
Currently, catheters are available that have compound wall constructions that impart a variable stiffness along the length of the catheter. Catheters are also available with reinforcing material braided into the wall of the catheter to give the catheter greater strength and resistance to kinking The present devices such as catheter 42 and sheath 24 may have lengths and stiffnesses that vary along those lengths, and they may have walls that include braided materials therein. Also, the present devices such as catheter 42 and sheath 24 may be bendable, and may retain a shape after being bent.
As those of skill in the art will understand, the size of a given passageway of one of the present devices (such as sheath 24 or catheter 42) may be sized appropriately for a given application. Diameters for a passageway within a given device (such as sheath 24, and specifically elongated member 26, and catheter 42) may, for example, be chosen from sizes that include 0.008, 0.009, 0.010, 0.011, 0.012, 0.013, 0.014, 0.015, 0.016, 0.017, 0.018, 0.019, 0.020, 0.021, 0.022, 0.023, 0.024, 0.025, 0.026, 0.027, 0.028, 0.029, 0.030, 0.031, 0.032, 0.033, 0.034, 0.035, 0.036, 0.037, 0.038, 0.039, 0.040, 0.041, 0.042, 0.043, 0.044, 0.045, 0.046, 0.047, 0.048, 0.049, 0.050, 0.051, 0.052, 0.053, 0.054, 0.055, 0.056, 0.057, 0.058, 0.059, 0.060, 0.061, 0.062, 0.063, 0.064, 0.065, 0.066, 0.067, 0.068, 0.069, 0.070, 0.071, 0.072, 0.073, 0.074, 0.075, 0.076, 0.077, 0.078, 0.079, 0.080, 0.081, 0.082, 0.083, 0.084, 0.085, 0.086, 0.087, 0.088, 0.089, 0.090, 0.091, 0.092, 0.093, 0.094, 0.095, 0.096, 0.097, 0.098, 0.099, and 0.10 inches. These same dimensions may, for example, serve as the size of either the widest or most narrow dimension of a passageway of one of the present devices (such as sheath 24, and specifically elongated member 26, and catheter 42) that has a non-circular shape. The outer diameter of the present devices (such as sheath 24, and specifically elongated member 26, and catheter 42) may, for example, be chosen from sizes that include 1, 2, 3, or 4 millimeters. These same dimensions may, for example, serve as the size of either the widest or most narrow dimension of the outer surface of one of the present devices (such as sheath 24, and specifically elongated member 26, and catheter 42) that has a non-circular shape.
As explained with reference to FIG. 1, for example, the present devices (such as sheath 24 and catheter 42) enter the spinal subarachnoid space after passing through dural membrane 10. In order to close dural membrane 10 after a procedure is complete, the present devices (such as sheath 24, and specifically elongated member 26, and catheter 42) may have a dural closure apparatus coupled to it. The dural closure apparatus may be configured to be coupled to the device in question, and, in fact, may be coupled to it. The dural closure apparatus may be configured to close the dural membrane as the device is withdrawn from the spinal subarachnoid space. In one embodiment, the dural closure apparatus may be configured to effect closure through movement of a needle, or other suture-delivering apparatus, that is actuated by the operator to cause a suture to be placed through the dura. In another embodiment, the dural closure apparatus may be configured to effect closure through injection of a chemical compound that seals the hole in the dura after the device is withdrawn. One example of a dural closure apparatus that may be modified and coupled to one of the present devices is THE CLOSER (commercially-available from Perclose, Inc., an Abbot Laboratories Company, 400 Saginaw Drive, Redwood City, Calif. 94063).
FIG. 19 illustrates an embodiment of sheath 24 (which, of course, is equally applicable to catheter 42) in which sub-elongated elements 76 and 78 exist, wherein braiding material 130 (which can be a wire) is wrapped around both sub-elongated elements along the length of the sub-elongated elements (the total length not being shown). Such wrapping appears as a figure eight when viewed from the top. The braiding material may be wrapped as tightly or as loosely as the application warrants, and the tightness of the wrapping may vary along the length of sheath 24, thereby imparting the sheath with a variable stiffness and, therefore, flexibility. The same type of wrapping may be applied to a catheter having only one passageway, as illustrated in FIG. 20. There, the wrapping may be achieved using a single wire that is placed in contact with the wall of catheter 42 at roughly the mid-point 132. Then, the two halves of braiding material 130 may be crisscrossed to achieve the desired braiding, varying the tightness of the wrapping as desired to affect the stiffness of catheter 42. Alternatively, one end of braiding material may be placed in contact with catheter 42 near the end shown in FIG. 20, and the braiding may be achieved by winding the free end of the braiding material once around the catheter, then back up so as to cross the already-formed loop, then back down slightly further, and back up in the same fashion, repeating the process to achieve the desired braiding. Again, the tightness of the wrapping (which may be thought of as the closeness of the braiding material segments to each other) may be varied to vary the stiffness of the catheter.
The braiding pattern used may affect the MR-visibility of the resulting catheter or sheath. The subarachnoid space is filled with CSF that is relatively static and is of very high signal intensity on T2-weighted images. While a material that presents a signal void on MR could not be seen on either T1- or T2-weighted fluoroscopy in the vascular space (flowing blood has a signal void in either of these settings), a material that has a signal void is very conspicuous on T2-weighted imaging in the subarachnoid space. Platinum is a metal that is appropriate for enhancing the MR-visibility of the present devices. Additionally, other metals having low signal intensity may be appropriate. For example, there is a non-ferromagnetic form of stainless steel that is used in some needles for biopsy under MR guidance (Cook, Inc.). Also, there is an alloy of nickel and titanium (nitinol) that is used for guidewires and has been used in catheter braiding in the past (Target Therapeutics) that may have desirable signal characteristics. These materials may be used as markers on the present devices, and for braiding material 130. In addition, stainless steel, which is currently used in some catheter braiding by Cordis, may be used as braiding material 130. Kevlar may also be used for braiding material 130.
Medical devices such as sheaths and catheters that have the configurations discussed in FIGS. 11 and 12 (i.e., that have two or more passageways) may enable the use of an endoscope in one passageway to observe, for example, a manipulation conducted using a device introduced through the other passageway, or even the position of the other sub-elongated member that has the other passageway. Medical devices such as sheaths and catheters that have the configurations discussed in FIGS. 11 and 12 (i.e., that have two or more passageways) may also permit a fluid to be introduced in one passageway and withdrawn via the other passageway. Medical devices such as sheaths and catheters that have the configurations discussed in FIGS. 11 and 12 (i.e., that have two or more passageways) may allow the introduction of a guidewire in one passageway and another, therapeutic device in the other passageway. Interaction between functions conducted via each passageway may be achieved such that the functions work together, or compliment each other, to achieve a therapeutic goal.
Furthermore, medical devices such as sheaths and catheters that have the configurations discussed in FIGS. 11 and 12 (i.e., that have two or more passageways) have vascular applications, too. For example, there are currently instances in aneurysm treatment in which one catheter is introduced via one femoral artery for placement within an aneurysm and another catheter is introduced via the other femoral artery for introduction of a balloon across an aneurysm neck. Using a device other than a balloon to assist the aneurysm coiling, an apparatus may be introduced via one passageway of a medical device such as a sheath or catheter that has one of the configurations discussed in FIGS. 11 and 12 (i.e., that has two or more passageways) to improve an aneurysm neck while a coil is introduced via the other passageway, thus achieving via a single femoral artery access that currently requires bilateral access. Furthermore, this aneurysm embolization may be achieved using a sheath or catheter that includes 2 sub-elongated members whose distal portions are spaced apart from each other, as in a “Y” shape.
FIG. 18 illustrates a penetration apparatus 120 that is useful in penetrating various membranes that may be encountered using the present methods. Penetration apparatus 120 includes outer sleeve element 122, outer sleeve element hub 124 coupled to outer sleeve element 122, inner puncture element 126, and inner puncture element hub 128 coupled to inner puncture element 126. Outer sleeve element hub 124 may be configured to be slidably coupled to inner puncture element 126 (such that outer sleeve element 122 may slide along, and then be locked against, inner puncture element 126), and inner puncture element hub 128 may be configured to be slidably coupled to another device introduced through the passageway (not shown) of inner puncture element 126. Inner puncture element may be provided with a passageway sized to slidably receive, and operate with, at least a guidewire.
One membrane that may be punctured by operating penetration apparatus 120 is the pia mater—a membrane surrounding the brain that is fragile in some locations and tough in others. Distal tip 130 of inner puncture element may be configured to be sharp enough to penetrate the pia mater at any location therealong without exerting a degree of force or manipulation that results in either tearing of brain tissue or distortion of brain tissue prior to penetration. In operation, a device (such as sheath 24 or catheter 42) may be percutaneously introduced into the spinal subarachnoid space at an entry location, the device having a first passageway sized to slidably receive, and operate with, at least a guidewire; the device may be advanced within the subarachnoid space at least more than 10 centimeters from the entry location, or to facilitate intracranial access with a second device introduced through the first passageway; penetration apparatus 120 may be advanced through the first passageway of the device, and a membrane, such as the pia mater, may be punctured using penetration apparatus 120. More specifically, penetration apparatus 120 may be advanced along a guidewire, or it may simply be advanced through the first passageway, to the edge of the membrane; inner puncture element 126 may be further advanced until it punctures the membrane; inner puncture element may then be retracted into outer sleeve element 122 and penetration apparatus 120 advanced through the plane of the punctured membrane, or outer sleeve element 122 may be advanced over inner puncture element 126 through the plane of the punctured membrane. Outer sleeve element 122 may then act as a guidewire for a device such as catheter 42 as the same advances into the brain substance.
The material that may be used for the inner and outer elements of penetration apparatus 120 may, for example, be metallic or polymeric, such as plastic. Suitable materials for both outer sleeve element 122 and inner puncture element 126 include a nickel-titanium alloy, such as nitinol, that is treated to enhance its radiopacity. Alternatively, stainless steel may be used for either element, which can be plated with gold or platinum to enhance radiographic visibility. If an imaging modality such as MRI or radiographic visualization (e.g., fluoroscopy), that imaging modality used may impact the materials used in the construction of the elements of penetration apparatus 120.
Another embodiment of penetration apparatus 120 that is not shown in FIG. 18 differs from the embodiment shown in FIG. 18 in the manner in which the inner and outer elements 126 and 122 are interrelated. In this additional embodiment, inner puncture element 126 is coupled to outer sleeve element 122 with a mechanism that allows inner puncture element to be “fired,” or advanced rapidly, a few millimeters to achieve rapid penetration. In yet another embodiment of penetration apparatus 120 not shown in FIG. 18, inner puncture element 126 is coupled to outer sleeve element 122 using threads to allow for finely-controlled advancement of inner puncture element 126.
The present methods will offer many advantages over conventional methods of surgically accessing the intracranial and spinal subarachnoid space, which have historically consisted of the skin incision, dissection to either the cranium or spinal bony covering, removal of some bone, and dissection through the meninges to gain access to the neurological structures. For example, the present methods will avoid a craniotomy and a brain retraction, which are typical for conventional approaches to brain surgery; the present methods will enable operators to surgically approach the brain from a remote location (such as from a lumbar puncture, for instance); they will make it possible to perform such surgery in an MR scanner without interference from magnets in the surgical field; they will allow access to areas of the brain that are difficult to reach from a craniotomy approach; and the present methods it may enable some types of procedures (subarachnoid space lavage, etc.) not easily performed via craniotomy.
Representative Applications of the Present Methods
The following representative applications may be performed using devices such as catheter 42 and sheath 24, and further using any embodiment of those devices depicted in FIGS. 1 and 10-13H. Thus, anytime that a device such as catheter 42 or sheath 24 is referenced below in relation to the representative applications, it will be understood that versions of that device depicted in FIGS. 10-13H may be used for the given application. Depending on the application, the devices used may be treated so as to maximize their visibility via a given imaging modality, such as MRI or radiography (e.g., fluoroscopy).
Furthermore, it will be understood that for a given application, it may be feasible to introduce one device into the subarachnoid space at one entry location, and later, or simultaneously, introduce another device into the subarachnoid space at a different entry location, thereafter using the devices together to achieve a therapeutic result. For example, in altering the temperature of at least some brain tissue, discussed below in greater detail, it may be possible to introduce a fluid through the passageway of one device introduced into the subarachnoid space (such as the spinal subarachnoid space) at one entry location, and withdrawing fluid through the passageway of another device introduced into the subarachnoid space (such as the spinal subarachnoid space) at another entry location. As another example, in flushing CSF as described below, it may be beneficial to use two passageways of a sheath or catheter having multiple passageways to deliver fluid to a target area. Further, this may be achieved using a sheath or catheter that includes 2 sub-elongated members whose distal portions are spaced apart from each other, as in a “Y” shape. Fluid may be withdrawn through the passageway of a device introduced at a different entry location, or fluid may be withdrawn through a third passageway within the sole sheath or catheter.
Flushing of Cerebrospinal Fluid to Help Alleviate Vasospasm
The present methods can be used in the treatment of subarachnoid hemorrhage. A major complication of subarachnoid hemorrhage is vasospasm, which is related to the presence of blood in the subarachnoid space surrounding cerebral blood vessels. One treatment that is used neurosurgically to help alleviate vasospasm entails the lavage of the cerebrospinal fluid within the subarachnoid space with both saline and with hemolytic agents to remove the blood. Using the present methods, it may be feasible from a percutaneous spinal approach to catheterize the subarachnoid space in the region of a hemorrhage or clot and perform lavage from that approach without craniotomy. For example, after introducing a device (such as sheath 24 or catheter 42 discussed in relation to FIG. 1) into the spinal subarachnoid space at an entry location, the device having a passageway sized to slidably receive, and work with, at least a guidewire, and after advancing that device within the spinal subarachnoid space a distance from the entry location, saline and/or material having hemolytic agents may be transferred through the passageway of the device toward the region of the hemorrhage or clot in order to flush the relevant cerebrospinal fluid. This flushing may also be achieved with a second device introduced through the passageway of the first device.
Modifying the Temperature of at Least Some Brain Tissue
The present methods can be used to modify the temperature of at least some brain tissue. Such a modification may be achieved by flushing selected brain tissue with a fluid that may be temperature-controlled, such as saline, which fluid is introduced through a device introduced into the spinal subarachnoid space. For example, after introducing a device (such as sheath 24 or catheter 42 discussed in relation to FIG. 1) into the spinal subarachnoid space at an entry location, the device having a passageway sized to slidably receive, and work with, at least a guidewire, and after advancing that device within the spinal subarachnoid space a distance from the entry location, the temperature of at least some brain tissue may be modified by introducing a temperature-controlled fluid, such as saline, through the passageway of the device to the selected brain tissue. This may be particularly effective using a device that has at least two passageways. The introduction of fluid in this manner may also be achieved with a second device introduced through the passageway of the first device.
One example of modifying the temperate of at least some brain tissue is inducing hypothermia in at least some brain tissue. The potential beneficial effects of hypothermia in protection against injury are well known, both in the public domain and in the medical literature. The most commonly encountered instance in the uncontrolled environment is probably in near drowning. In these situations, survival is enhanced in cold water because the metabolism is slowed and hypoxia is better tolerated.
In neurosurgical practice, hypothermia is used therapeutically to prolong cerebral vascular occlusion times that can be tolerated during aneurysm surgery. However, most traditional neurosurgical techniques are unable to create isolated cerebral hypothermia. Thus, whole-body hypothermia is used, often in association with circulatory arrest, with all the attendant risks.
A pumping apparatus may be utilized in the process of modifying the temperature of at least some brain tissue to assist in maintaining pressures and temperatures within the subarachnoid space. This pumping apparatus may be coupled to the device through which the fluid is introduced. This pumping apparatus may include 2 independently-controlled, calibrated pumps that may be coupled to a hub adapter coupled to, for example, the device through which the fluid is introduced. To control the intracranial fluid volume, the volume of fluid pumped into the subarachnoid space may be matched by an equal volume that is withdrawn from the subarachnoid space. This pumping apparatus may be configured to achieve this balance with flow monitors and flow controls, even in circumstances in which the outflow may be achieved without introducing negative pressure at the outflow site. Further, in this regard, this pumping apparatus may be configured to operate with pressure monitors and pressure controls that enable both the measurement of intracranial pressures and the manipulation of the same. In addition, this pumping apparatus may be configured to operate with temperature monitors and temperature controls that enable both the measurement of intracranial temperatures and the manipulation of the same. In this regard, the pumping apparatus may be configured to operate with temperature monitors and temperature controls that enable both the measurement of infused fluid temperatures and the manipulation of the same.
Flow rates as low as a fraction of a cubic centimeter per second or as high as multiple cubic centimeters per second may be achieved with this pumping apparatus, though pressures exceeding 200 millimeters mercury are considered unlikely since this would exceed intracranial pressures likely to be compatible with life. Infusate (i.e., infused liquid) temperatures varying between 32 and 110 degrees Fahrenheit may be achieved using this pumping apparatus.
Monitoring Physiologic and Biochemical Properties
The present devices that have passageways sized to slidably receive, and work with, at least a guidewire (including those illustrated as sheath 24 and catheter 42 in FIG. 1) may also have walls that have monitors therein. In this regard, FIG. 14 illustrates a portion of device 90 having wall 92 and detector 94 attached to wall 92. Detector 94, although shown as attached to the exterior of wall 92, may be embedded within wall 92 beneath the outer surface of wall 92 in certain embodiments, depending, for example, on the depth of detector 94 below the outer surface and the type of material from which wall 92 is made. In such an instance, device may be described as having wall 92 and a detector 94 “in” or “within” wall 92, or “therein.” Further, wall 92 may have an opening, and detector 94 may be attached to the inside surface of wall 92 and extending across that opening, provided proper precautions are taken to avoid damaging detector 94 as device 90 is navigated. Additionally, the location of detector 94 may be varied, from being at an end of device 90, to being located at any position along wall 92.
Detector 94 may be an electroencephalography electrode useful for monitoring electrical activity (i.e., an attribute). Detector 94 may be a sensor useful for monitoring a biochemical property (i.e., an attribute) such as pH, glucose concentration, oxygen tension, carbon dioxide concentration, or sodium concentration. Thus, one of those biochemical properties may be monitored using the sensor. Detector 94 may be a thermal sensor useful for monitoring temperature (i.e., another attribute). Thus, temperature, such as of a fluid or a temperature, may be monitored using the thermal sensor. Detector 94 may also be useful for monitoring neurotransmitter concentration (i.e., an attribute). Thus, neurotransmitter concentration may be monitored using the detector. In this document (including the claims), an element such as a detector, which may take the form of a sensor, that is “useful for monitoring” something need only play a role in the monitoring, and need not completely perform all the steps necessary to achieve the monitoring. Also, in this document (including the claims), monitoring an attribute “using” a sensor or a detector means that the sensor or detectors is involved, or plays a role, in the monitoring, but need not be the only device used to achieve the monitoring
FIG. 15 is a cross sectional view of device 90, showing that detector 94 may be coupled to a communication device that is illustrated as wire 96 embedded within wall 92. It will be understood to those of skill in the art having the benefit of this disclosure that the communication device (in this case, wire 96) may alternatively be secured to the outside surface of wall 92 as is detector 94, or to the inside of the wall. The communication device may travel along the length of device 90 any sufficient distance, and may exit, or extend away from, wall 94 at any suitable location, including prior to the end of device 90 that is not shown in FIG. 14, at a hub coupled (whether permanently or otherwise) to the end of device 90 that is not shown, at the end of device 90 that is not shown, and at a valve apparatus (such as valve apparatus 36 illustrated, for example, in FIG. 3) coupled to the end of device 90 that is not shown. The communication device can then be linked to a station that processes the signal from the detector that travels along the communication device and that is useful in monitoring and controlling the detected attribute. The pumping apparatus disclosed herein may include that station. The station may be configured to record data that it collects and/or generates in monitoring and/or controlling the detected attribute on any suitable media, including paper and electronic data. The communication device can also take the form of a wireless communication using, for example, radio waves or other electromagnetic means of transmission.
FIG. 16 illustrates some of the benefits of the present methods. FIG. 16 illustrates a patient positioned in MR scanner 100 and on top of sliding table 102. Operator 104 is positioned remotely from the target area being scanned such that the magnets within MR scanner 100 do not interfere with his or her manipulations. Sheath 24 is shown as being inserted into the patient, and a communication device illustrated as wire 96 is shown traveling from outside of valve apparatus 36 to station 106. Wire 96 is coupled to a detector (not shown) attached to the wall of the elongated member 24. The hidden detector may be an electroencephalography electrode useful for monitoring electrical activity. The hidden detector may be a sensor useful for monitoring a biochemical property such as pH, glucose concentration, oxygen tension, carbon dioxide concentration, or sodium concentration. The hidden detector may be a thermal sensor useful for monitoring temperature. The hidden detector may also be useful for monitoring neurotransmitter concentration. Station 106 may be configured to record data that it collects and/or generates in monitoring and/or controlling the detected attribute on any suitable media, including paper and electronic data. Also, a second communication device in the form of wire 108 is illustrated as exiting station 106 and traveling to an undisclosed area where another operator can view the data generated and collected by station 106.
The same types of monitoring that may be achieved using a detector attached to a device such as sheath 24 or catheter 42 (which is illustrated in the form of device 90 in FIG. 14), may also be achieved using a detector or detectors implanted in brain tissue or in the subarachnoid space. FIG. 17 illustrates detector 112 that is positioned intracranially. FIG. 17 shows brain 18 inside of head 110, and further shows that catheter 42 may have a wall in which detector 94 is located. FIG. 17 also illustrates that a communication device in the form of wire 96 is coupled to detector 94 and embedded within the wall of catheter 42, as indicated by the dashed lines. A detector delivery mechanism illustrated as wire 114 is shown as being coupled to detector 112. This coupling may be achieved through any suitable means, including electromagnetic means, and mechanical means such as clips, and temperature- or pressure-sensitive adhesives, and the like. Detector 112 may be coupled to wire 114 in a way that will allow the detector to be detached from wire 114 once detector 112 has reached its intended destination. In such an embodiment, detector 112 may wirelessly communicate with a station like station 106 illustrated in FIG. 16. Alternatively, the detector delivery mechanism illustrated as wire 114 may remain coupled to detector 112 and serve as a communication device between detector 112 and a remote station. In any embodiment, detector 112 should be configured to slidably move within the passageway of catheter 42. Devices, such as catheter 42, may have passageways at least as large as 0.016″ in the widest dimension and may be used to introduce detectors 112 to a desired location. Detector 112 may include an anchoring mechanism for retaining its position once delivered. This includes an anchoring mechanism that deploys once detector 112 exits catheter 42; such an anchoring mechanism may have a non-tubular configuration. For example, one suitable anchoring mechanism that is also used in vascular systems involves “hooks” or “barbs” located at the tips of wire members of devices, which hooks engage the walls of vessels to hold the device in place. Such hooks may also be used as an anchoring mechanism to engage the dura in instances in which detector 112 is implanted in the subarachnoid space. Another suitable anchoring mechanism would be a flared end on detector 112, resembling conventional flared configurations on the tips of conventional ventricular shunt catheters. Such an anchoring mechanism would be useful in instances in which a detector 112 is placed either in brain tissue or in a catheter destined for a ventricle. Like detector 94, detector 112 may be an electroencephalography electrode useful for monitoring electrical activity. Detector 112 may also be a sensor useful for monitoring a biochemical property such as pH, glucose concentration, oxygen tension, carbon dioxide concentration, or sodium concentration. Detector 112 may be a thermal sensor useful for monitoring temperature. Detector 112 may also be useful for monitoring neurotransmitter concentration.
In addition to the embodiments illustrated in FIGS. 14, 15, and 17, multiple detectors 94 may be attached to the inside or outside surfaces of the wall of one of the present devices (such as sheath 24 or catheter 42), or placed within the wall of one of the present devices, in order to better monitor the various attributes discussed above. Thus, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, or more detectors may be placed on or in one of the present devices. Furthermore, a single communication device (such as wire 96) may be used to link multiple detectors to a station. Additionally, each of the sub-elongated members illustrated in FIG. 13 may be provided with the detectors discussed above, in the manners discussed above. Thus, and by way of example, both of the sub-elongated members shown in FIG. 13 may have walls that have detectors attached to them, and the lengths of those sub-elongated members may be such that the detector attached to one sub-elongated member may be placed in brain tissue and may be useful for monitoring oxygen tension, while the detector attached to the other sub-elongated member may be placed in cerebrospinal fluid and may be useful for monitoring sodium concentration.
Placement of Electroencephalography Electrodes
As discussed above, detectors that are electroencephalography (EEG) electrodes may be introduced into the subarachnoid space in both the spinal and intracranial regions, and in brain tissue using the present methods. By way of explanation, in epilepsy treatment, it is often difficult to localize the site of a seizure focus. One technique used in particularly difficult cases involves placement of EEG electrodes either directly on the surface of the brain (electrocorticography) or within the brain substance (depth electrode implantation). Since EEG monitoring involves detection of extremely weak electrical signals that are emitted from brain cells, elimination of interference from scalp muscles, elimination of signal resistance from the skull bone, and placement of electrodes closer to the brain tissue emitting those signals is one way to increase the sensitivity and specificity of localization and detection.
While increasing the sensitivity and specificity of epileptiform activity detection, such techniques as electrocorticography and depth electrode implantation have traditionally been invasive, requiring either burr holes in the skull for depth electrode placement or craniotomy for cortical array placement in electrocorticography. If bilateral monitoring is desired, bilateral burr holes or craniotomies have been necessary.
However, using the present methods, which involve percutaneous access to the subarachnoid space, usually in the lumbar region, followed by placement of devices such as sheath 24 and catheter 42, EEG electrode placement may be achieved, for example, in the cerebral subarachnoid space after entry via the foramen magnum. EEG electrodes may be placed on the surface of the brain or within brain tissue using the present methods.
In instances in which EEG electrodes take the form of detectors 112 discussed above with respect to FIG. 17, multiple detectors may be linked with a single communication device (also discussed above) that takes the form of a wire. Multiple wire and detector(s) combinations may be placed during a single procedure, and the different wires may have different diameters, different stiffnesses, or the like. Thus, arrays of EEG electrodes may be placed on or within brain tissue to map out the electroencephalogram from the deep brain structures. As an exemplary description of the manner of placing multiple EEG electrodes, a catheter having two passageways may be advanced to a desired location over a guidewire positioned in one of the two passageways. An EEG electrode may then be placed in a desired location through the open passageway. After placement, the catheter may be withdrawn over the guidewire, leaving the guidewire and the first EEG electrode in place. The catheter may then be reintroduced over the guidewire, and a second electrode placed in a desired location through the once-again open second passageway. This process may be repeated as many times as necessary.
In instances in which the EEG electrodes take the form of detectors 94 discussed above with respect to, for example, FIG. 14, multiple detectors may be linked with a single communication device (as discussed above) that takes the form of a wire, and multiple wire and detector(s) combinations may be attached to a device such as sheath 24 or catheter 42. Furthermore, one or more wire and detector(s) combinations can be attached to guidewires such as guidewire 44 shown in FIG. 1.
Spinal and Cerebral Stimulation
There are situations in medicine and in research where it is desirable to deliver an electrical impulse to the brain and spinal cord. Using the present methods, an electrode suited to such stimulation may be placed, thereby enabling the application of electric current, heat, or cryothermal stimulation of a patient's tissue. Such electrodes may be configured the same way as detectors 94 and 112 discussed above—that is, they may be attached to, or placed within, the wall of a device such as sheath 24 or catheter 42, or they may not be associated with a device, such as can be achieved using detector 112. Furthermore, a transmission device such as a wire may be coupled to the electrode (and either attached to a device like sheath 24 or catheter 42, or not attached in that fashion, depending on the application) to introduce the stimulating signal to the electrode. However, the stimulating signal may also be introduced to the electrode via a wireless transmission. Furthermore, in certain embodiments in which a transmission device such as a wire is used, the wire may be linked to a station useful in delivering the stimulating signal, and that is located outside of the patient's body or implanted within the patient, such as a station that is implanted in the subcutaneous space of the patient. Such stations currently exist in cardiac pacemakers and in transcutaneous neural stimulation devices used for pain control.
Implantation of Radioactive Pellets, or Beads, for Treatment of Tumors
The present methods can be used to implant radioactive pellets, or bead, into patients, in areas such as the brain, in order to irradiate a tumor. While the use of radioactive pellets for tumor irradiation is known, the placement of such pellets using the present methods is novel. As with all the other applications that may be achieved using the present methods, the placement of radioactive pellets may be monitored under direct MR visualization. Further, a series of pellets may be implanted into patients using a smaller introduction apparatus than is currently utilized for placing the pellets using conventional techniques.
Ablation of Brain Lesions
In functional neurosurgery, it is sometimes desirable to create lesions in the brain. This is seen in chronic pain syndromes, Parkinson's disease, and other settings. Current techniques for creation of these lesions involve CT- or MR-guided stereotaxis, in which a cryothermal or thermal ablation device is introduced to the desired location in the brain via a burr hole in the skull that the neurosurgeon drills in the operating room.
Using the present methods, a device (such as sheath 24 or catheter 42) or a guidewire (such as guidewire 44) may be introduced into the subarachnoid space (for example, the spinal subarachnoid space) and advanced as described above with respect to FIG. 1 to a desired location. Energy, such as thermal energy or cryothermal energy, may then be applied either to an ablation device imbedded in or attached to the catheter, sheath, or guidewire or to an ablation device introduced through the passageway of the catheter or sheath such that a lesion is created in the adjacent tissue, such as brain tissue. Other areas of application include tumors that may be in locations that are either inaccessible via conventional techniques, or that require unacceptable morbidity to approach them via conventional techniques. Such locations may include locations in the brain stem, the spinal cord, or in the subarachnoid space. In cases in which the ablation device is attached to or embedded within a device or a guidewire, the ablation device may be positioned at the end of the device or guidewire, or it may be positioned at any suitable location along the length of the device or guidewire.
By using one or more imaging modalities to monitor the therapy resulting from the ablation may make it feasible to create a lesion, observe partial success, and enlarge the lesion without repositioning the introducing device (such as catheter 42), or with minimal manipulation of the introducing device. Furthermore, tissue ablation achieved using the present methods may be performed in conjunction with conventional surgery such that lesions are created either before or after conventional resections, either to enhance the resection preoperatively or to improve margins of incompletely-resected lesions, or to provide an alternate approach to large-scale resections in diseases with multiple brain lesions such as metastatic disease from different forms of malignancy.
Accessing One or More Ventricles
In medicine, the ventricular system is frequently catheterized, both temporarily (ventriculostomy) and permanently (shunting). This occurs to combat hydrocephalus, to monitor pressure and, less often, for introduction of various medications or withdrawal of cerebrospinal fluid. However, the current neurosurgical approach requires placement of a burr hole in the skull bone and insertion of the catheter through the brain tissue—usually the frontal or parietal lobe—to access the ventricles.
Using the present methods of percutaneous subarachnoid navigation, the lateral ventricles, the 3rd ventricle, and the 4th ventricle may be accessed via medical devices such as catheter 42 or guidewire 44. Accordingly, using the present methods, at least one ventricle located within the head may be accessed. Imaging modalities may be used as described above (and with all the movements of medical devices described herein) to monitor the position of such devices as they approach and enter a ventricle.
Furthermore, using the present methods, at least one ventricle located within the head may be drained. For example, in applications involving shunting, there will be a need for placement of a shunt component in the peritoneal cavity or venous return to the heart. This may be accomplished using the present methods. Specifically, after percutaneously introducing a device (such as sheath 24 or catheter 42) into the spinal subarachnoid space at an entry location, the device having a first passageway sized to slidably receive, and operate with, at least a guidewire, and advancing the device within the subarachnoid space at least more than 10 centimeters from the entry location, or to facilitate intracranial access with a second device introduced through the first passageway, one or more ventricles located within the head may be accessed and/or drained. The draining may be achieved using a commercially available mechanism that spans a ventricle and a drainage location, and that acts as a one-way valve that allows that CSF and other fluid to flow in one direction—away from the ventricle or ventricles in question.
Brain Biopsies
The brain is a very soft and gelatinous tissue once the membrane surrounding it (pia) is penetrated. Neurosurgeons resecting brain often use a tubular apparatus attached to suction to aspirate brain tissue rather than cutting it with a scalpel or scissors. That quality of brain tissue should lend it to biopsy by way of aspiration.
Using the present methods, a device may be introduced through the passageway of a device such as catheter 42 or sheath 24 that may be used to remove a part of the brain. For example, the device that may be used to remove a part of the brain may be a traditional stereotactic device that is configured for introduction through the passageway of a device such as catheter 42 or sheath 24.
Alternatively, a device such as catheter 42 or sheath 24 may be coupled to suction by was of a syringe or other mechanism, and used to retrieve a sample of tissue located at the tip of the catheter or sheath. Another feature of biopsies is that often multiple samplings of tissue are required to retrieve diagnostic material. Hence, it may be necessary to reposition the catheter or sheath for more than one biopsy sample. Once the device has been positioned the first time, it is desirable to avoid having to repeat the navigation that was performed to achieve initial positioning. Thus, using an embodiment of the sheath or catheter that has two passageways, an operator may be able to use the sheath or catheter in the manner discussed above with respect to EEG electrode placement. That is, the sheath or catheter may be positioned proximate (i.e., near) a target area, suction may be applied to an open passageway to retrieve a portion of the brain. The sheath or catheter may then be removed along the guidewire used to initially facilitate placement (leaving the guidewire in position), and if the tissue sample is inadequate, the catheter or sheath can be repositioned over the guidewire and another biopsy sample can be obtained in a similar manner. Without the retention of the guidewire via the one of the two passageways, it would be necessary to reposition from scratch, repeating whatever risk or difficulties were encountered during the first catheter or sheath placement.
Treating Neurologic Conditions
Using the present methods, genetic material may be introduced through the passageway of a device such as catheter 42 or sheath 24 and placed within a patient suffering from a neurologic condition in order to assist in treating that neurologic condition. Such genetic material may include human stem cells.
Furthermore, neurologic conditions arising from pressure on cranial nerves may also be treated using the present methods. For example, the present methods may be used to perform microvascular decompressions. In such an application, a device (such as sheath 24 or catheter 42) may be percutaneously introduced into the spinal subarachnoid space at an entry location, the device having a first passageway sized to slidably receive, and operate with, at least a guidewire; the device may be advanced within the subarachnoid space at least more than 10 centimeters from the entry location, or to facilitate intracranial access with a second device introduced through the first passageway; and a second device (which may be described as “material”) may be introduced through the first passageway and placed between a vascular loop and one or more cranial nerves (which may take the form of placing the device proximate a cranial nerve) in order to relieve compression of the cranial nerve by the vascular loop. Furthermore, a second device may be introduced through the first passageway and used to cut a nerve, such as a cranial nerve.
Vascular Coagulation or Cauterization
Using the present methods, vessels may be coagulated at the time of surgery, either because they are observed to bleed or in order to prevent bleeding. Specifically, a device (such as sheath 24 or catheter 42) may be percutaneously introduced into the spinal subarachnoid space at an entry location, the device having a first passageway sized to slidably receive, and operate with, at least a guidewire; the device may be advanced within the subarachnoid space at least more than 10 centimeters from the entry location, or to facilitate intracranial access with a second device introduced through the first passageway; and an apparatus that is or that is like a “two-point” or “Bovie” apparatus (which are used in conventional surgery or neurosurgery) configured for introduction through the first passageway may be introduced through the first passageway and used to coagulate a vessel.
In conventional surgery, a metallic electrode is applied to a bleeding vessel and a current is applied through the electrode that heats the tissue such that the vessel is cauterized. That cauterization is achieved with the “two-point” apparatus via approximation of the points of a forceps, thus completing the current loop. However, monopolar cautery apparatuses also exist, and may be configured for introduction through the first passageway of a device introduced as described above.
Thus an apparatus having a cauterization element and a transmission device (such as a wire, an insulated wire, a wire loop, or an insulated wire loop) connected to the cauterization element that is configured for attachment to a current-inducing apparatus may be used with the present methods to apply heat to a vessel, thereby cauterizing or coagulating it. Alternatively, the apparatus may include a set of forceps positioned at the end of a guidewire as the cauterization element, which forceps would function to open and close and act similarly to the forceps on conventional “two-point” devices. The apparatus should be configured for introduction through the first passageway (as discussed above), or it should be combined with one of the present devices, such as catheter 42 or sheath 24, in the manner that detector 94 discussed above may be attached to device 90. The transmission device may be attached to one of the present devices (including a guidewire) in the same manner discussed above with respect to wire 96. The transmission device that is part of this apparatus may be a wire loop that flares slightly after it exits the passageway through which it is introduced.
Hence, using the present methods, a device (such as sheath 24 or catheter 42) may be percutaneously introduced into the spinal subarachnoid space at an entry location, the device having a first passageway sized to slidably receive, and operate with, at least a guidewire; the device may be advanced within the subarachnoid space at least more than 10 centimeters from the entry location, or to facilitate intracranial access with a second device introduced through the first passageway; and an the aforementioned apparatus configured for introduction through the first passageway may be introduced through the first passageway, current may be introduced to the cauterization element, the cauterization element applied to a selected vessel tissue, and coagulation achieved.
Cadaver Studies
Two recently deceased, unembalmed male human cadavers were placed in prone positions. Using fluoroscopic guidance, lumbar punctures were performed in each subject at both the L3-4 and L4-5 interspaces using a standard, single-wall puncture angiography needle. A 0.038 inch guidewire was then introduced and directed superiorly. Subsequently, a 5 French (F) angiographic dilator was advanced into the subarachnoid space over the guidewire to dilate the tract, and a 5F arterial sheath was placed with its tip directed superiorly. In each cadaver, one sheath was subsequently used for catheterization posterior to the spinal cord and the other was used for catheterization anterior to the spinal cord.
Following sheath placement, angiographic techniques were applied to the subarachnoid space. Specifically, under fluoroscopic guidance a hydrophilic-coated angle-tipped guidewire (Radifocus¤ Glidewire, Terumo, Inc., Tokyo, Japan, distributed by Meditech¤ Boston Scientific Corp., Watertown, Mass.) was advanced with its tip directed either anteriorly or posteriorly under operator control. Care was taken to maintain a midline position whenever possible, but it could not always be maintained. The advancement was performed with inflation of the subarachnoid space via saline infusion. The pressure of the infusion was easily controlled via management of the height of the flush bag above the patient's spine, though the pressures of the infusion and of the subarachnoid space were not specifically monitored.
After entering the cranial space, manipulations with the catheters were undertaken to explore areas for catheterization. Following catheterization manipulations, the catheters were left in place for subsequent dissection. The sheaths were cut at the skin with the introducers and microcatheters in place using standard wire cutters. The stumps of the systems were then oversewn and the cadavers were embalmed.
Following embalming, one cadaver was examined for evidence of spinal cord injury from the catheterization process. Laminectomy was performed throughout the cervical and thoracic spine and extended inferiorly to the point of catheter entry. The opened dura was photographed with the catheters in place. The spinal cord was removed and photographed with the ventral catheter in place. Brain dissections were performed to confirm catheter locations and to examine for unanticipated injury to brain tissue, with specific attention to the optic chiasm region in the case of catheters which passed through that region.
In each case, the guidewire advanced relatively easily through the thoracic and cervical spine. In some cases, the catheter was advanced readily without guidewire placement. Once at the foramen magnum, attempts were made with the posterior catheters to enter the 4th ventricle. Observation was made during these attempts that navigation of the retrocerebellar space in the posterior fossa occurred relatively easily, on some occasions circum-navigating the posterior fossa to a position anterior to the pons. Also, advancement superiorly behind the cerebellum to the level of the tentorium occurred relatively easily. In each cadaver, a tough membrane was encountered at the base of the skull when midline catheterization was attempted. Whereas deflection of the guidewire for lateral or posterior catheterization occurred easily, the soft tip of the guidewire was inadequate for penetration of the membrane in the midline and the stiff end of the guidewire was used to penetrate the membrane. Subsequently, catheterization superiorly proceeded easily. In Cadaver 1, the posterior fossa catheter ultimately traversed the cerebellum during an attempt at fluoroscopically-directed 4th ventricular catheterization. In Cadaver 2, the 4th ventricle was successfully catheterized and injected with contrast, as described below.
Attempts were made without complete success to determine the location of the 4th ventricle using only fluoroscopy. Contrast injections resulted in intracranial spilling of contrast without outline of cerebellar structures. Blind passes with the catheter to where the 4th ventricle should be resulted in successful catheterization of the 4th ventricle in one of the two subjects. This was confirmed with contrast injection showing filling of the 4th ventricle, retrograde flow into the aqueduct of Sylvius, flow into the 3rd ventricle, and subsequent flow into the frontal horns of the lateral ventricles bilaterally via the foramina of Munro.
In both subjects, catheterization of the subarachnoid space anterior to the pons occurred easily. Catheters as large as 5F were successfully advanced to this position. At the upper pontine level, a tough membrane was encountered in both subjects that would not permit higher catheterization using standard techniques. In both cases, the guidewire was deflected repeatedly from that location, regardless of multiple catheter repositioning attempts. Therefore, the guidewire was reversed and the stiff end of the guidewire was used to “punch” through this membrane. The membrane was believed to be the membrane of Lilequist, though this could not be confirmed with certainty subsequent to the dissection. Once it was crossed, catheterization to the suprasellar cistern with the standard end of the microguidewire (Radifocus™ Guide Wire M, Terumo, Inc., Tokyo, Japan, Tapered Glidewire Gold™ 0.018-0.013 inches, distributed by Target Therapeutics¤Boston Scientific Corp., Fremont, Calif.) proceeded smoothly. A Transit® 18 microcatheter (Cordis® Endovascular Systems, Johnson & Johnson, Miami Lakes, Fla.) was used in most cases, using in some cases a Tracker™ 38 catheter (Target Therapeutics® Boston Scientific Corp., Fremont, Calif.) as a guide catheter. In Cadaver 1, a single 4F introducer catheter was used that came from a company bought by Medtronics (MIS, Inc., Sunnyvale, Calif.) that is now no longer commercially available. With that catheter, the introducer catheter was advanced to the suprasellar cistern.
Once in the suprasellar cistern in Cadaver 1, advancement of the catheter was relatively easy, and catheterization of the sylvian fissure was observed and confirmed when contrast was injected and seen to flow dependently within the fissure. The catheter was left in that position and the subject was embalmed.
In Cadaver 2, catheterization of the suprasellar cistern was followed by experimentation regarding the degree of control had over placement. First, the frontal fossa on the side opposite from the previously catheterized middle fossa was catheterized. The catheter was advanced along the orbital roof and observed to curve superiorly, with its tip ultimately anterior to the frontal lobe and deep to the frontal sinus. The catheter was then withdrawn to the location on the orbital roof and this was confirmed with contrast injection. Next, that catheter was repositioned and the contralateral floor of the middle cranial fossa was catheterized and confirmed with contrast injection.
The posterior fossa catheter was then advanced and seen to be in the 4th ventricle, as described above. After contrast injection, some opacification of the 3rd ventricle was seen. This opacification was used as a “road map” for the anteriorly placed catheter and attempts were made to catheterize the 3rd ventricle directly through the region of the interpeduncular cistern (with fluoroscopy, the exact position was not identified). The pial lining of the undersurface of the brain resisted perforation with the soft end of the guidewire and the ventricle was elevated by the attempt but not punctured. Ultimately, however, the 3rd ventricle was entered successfully, as evidenced by drainage of the retained contrast. This was subsequently confirmed directly by contrast injection through the 3rd ventricular catheter. This subject was then embalmed.
Cadaver 1 was the only subject in which the spinal component of the catheterization was examined anatomically. Following full spinal laminectomy from the upper cervical area to the area of puncture in the lumbar spine, the posterior dura was incised and reflected. The dorsal introducer catheter was seen lying superficial to the spinal cord without apparent spinal cord violation or laceration. This was then removed and the spinal cord was resected by cutting the nerve roots bilaterally and lifting it out, retaining the ventral catheter with the spinal cord. It was observed to traverse anterolaterally, weaving anterior and posterior to different nerve roots. Again, there was no apparent spinal cord violation or laceration.
In Cadaver 1, anatomic exposure of the brain was preceded by latex impregnation of the vasculature following decapitation, with arteries impregnated with red latex and veins impregnated with blue latex. Dissection was performed via extensive bone drilling of the left frontotemporal area to reproduce an expanded surgical approach to the sylvian fissure and the region of the basilar apex. Exposure using an operating microscope revealed the microcather anterior to the midbrain, between the clivus and midbrain. It was followed inferiorly as it migrated to the right side of the basis pontis. There was no apparent violation of cerebral structures by the catheter during its passage anterior to the brain stem. The catheter traversed laterally in a sulcus in the left sylvian fissure. Removal of the temporal lobe revealed the catheter in the sylvian fissure, near branches of the middle cerebral artery. The posterior fossa catheter was observed to enter the cerebellum and was not pursued via further detailed dissection.
Dissection of Cadaver 2 revealed the 3rd ventricular catheter to be in place as suspected from the radiographs, located within the 3rd ventricle. The catheter was seen passing anterior to the brain stem along the clivus without brain stem penetration. Also, the basilar artery was seen separate from the catheter. The point of penetration of the 3rd ventricle was essentially vertical in the midline from the interpeduncular cistern. The 4th ventricular catheter was under some tension and sprang laterally as the cerebellum was split in the midline and its exact location could not be reconstructed. However, based on the images during contrast injection, it appeared to lie in the cerebellar tissue in the roof of the 4th ventricle.
All of the present methods and devices disclosed and claimed herein can be made and executed without undue experimentation in light of the present disclosure. While the this invention has been described in terms of specific embodiments, the described embodiments are not exhaustive, and it will be apparent to those of skill in the art that other variations exist. For example, the flexible member portion that extends away from a skin-attachment apparatus (and thus away from a patient) should enhance robotic applications in angiography similarly to their enhancement of robotic access of the subarachnoid space. Also, the flexible member portion enables angiographic applications in which the sheath is placed in a femoral artery and the patient is rolled into a supine position for intraspinal or other surgical access posteriorly while retaining anterior arterial access for angiography via the flexible member portion, which can be placed out from under the patient.
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U.S. Pat. No. 5,085,631.
1. A method of achieving intracranial access from an entry location in a spinal subarachnoid space, comprising:
introducing a guidewire into the spinal subarachnoid space;
introducing a device over the guidewire and into the spinal subarachnoid space;
advancing the device from the spinal subarachnoid space into an intracranial subarachnoid space;
introducing a penetration apparatus through the device;
puncturing pia mater using the penetration apparatus;
advancing a detector through the device and through the pia mater; and
placing the detector on or in brain tissue.
2. The method of claim 1, where the detector is an electroencephalography electrode and the method further comprises:
monitoring electrical activity using the electroencephalography electrode.
3. The method of claim 1, where the detector is a sensor and the method further comprises:
monitoring a biochemical property using the sensor.
4. The method of claim 3, where the biochemical property comprises pH, glucose concentration, oxygen tension, carbon dioxide concentration, or sodium concentration.
5. The method of claim 1, where the detector is a thermal sensor and the method further comprises:
monitoring temperature using the sensor.
6. The method of claim 1, further comprising:
monitoring neurotransmitter concentration using the detector.
7. The method of claim 1, where the detector includes an anchoring mechanism.
introducing a first device over the guidewire and into the spinal subarachnoid space;
advancing the first device from the spinal subarachnoid space into an intracranial subarachnoid space;
introducing a penetration apparatus through the first device;
advancing a second device through the first device and through the pia mater; and
positioning the second device proximate a brain, a ventricular system, or a cranial nerve.
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US9974645B2 - Method of reducing the occurrence of macular and neuroretinal degenerations by alleviating age related retinal stresses as a contributing factor in a mammalian eye - Google Patents
Method of reducing the occurrence of macular and neuroretinal degenerations by alleviating age related retinal stresses as a contributing factor in a mammalian eye Download PDF
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Peter Renke
RegenEye LLC
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A method of reducing the risk of macular degeneration is provided. The method includes inserting an intraocular collar stent into a portion of a mammalian eye, such that the stent is in contact with soft tissue of the anterior chamber. When inserted in the eye, the stent applies pressure to a surface centered on a transition zone, between an anterior limit of a trabecular meshwork and a posterior limit of a corneal endothelium of the eye, to a surface of the peripheral iris of the eye, and in circumferentially expanding direction to the irideocorneal angle. The pressure is applied continually. The method also includes creating an environment of a reduced negative pressure state within the retina as a result of the application of the pressure; and, while the reduced negative pressure state is present, permitting drusen precursors formed by extracellular material to flow through the eye for removal by vasculature of the eye.
This application is a continuation-in-part of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 13/960,416 filed on Aug. 6, 2013, which claims priority to U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 61/680,453 filed on Aug. 7, 2012, each of which is hereby incorporated by reference in its entirety.
This invention relates broadly to a structure for insertion in the anterior mammalian eye for treatment related to natural, predictable aging changes. More particularly the invention relates to a surgically implanted device for the human eye. The device provides structural support to specific ocular anatomy as a means to counteract changes naturally brought about by aging.
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All human eyes go through physical changes as a result of the normal aging processes. These changes affect various structures of the eye. The human eye has three chambers. The largest is the vitreous chamber. It is filled with the gelatinous material of the vitreous body. This material fills the eye and principally serves to maintain the shape of the eye. It also plays a role in accommodation to anchor the posterior lens attachments and interact with induced forces. In front of the vitreous chamber are the posterior and anterior chambers. These chambers also play a role in maintaining the shape of the eye through the mechanism of balancing the production and drainage of aqueous humor. This fluid fills both chambers, which are separated by the iris. The pupil is the area of communication between the two chambers. The aqueous humor is produced by the ciliary body in the posterior chamber and then circulates forward through the pupil to the anterior chamber. The fluid then slowly filters through the annular structure of the trabecular meshwork and its distal system. The anterior chamber is demarked by the cornea and iris. The boundaries of the posterior chamber are the iris and anterior lens capsule. The posterior chamber peripherally reaches to the ciliary body, which is the location of the musculature and apparatus attachment responsible for accommodation.
Accommodation involves constriction and relaxation of the ciliary muscles to achieve the control of focus. The process of accommodation is naturally controlled by the brain. It is an automatic process that results in clear vision by manipulation of the lens shape and position to focus light on the retina. The eye goes through a predictable degradation of accommodation with aging. The focusing apparatus becomes progressively more flaccid over time. The musculature and feedback mechanism remain intact, but the ability to actuate change and focus diminishes throughout life, until it is essentially totally ineffective. This process is known as presbyopia. The youthful eye has excessive ability to accommodate in the order of tenfold of what is generally required. This surplus erodes over time, and usually reaches the threshold of being initially problematic at 40 to 45 years old. The degradation continues to progress and usually renders the eye with complete inability to sustain any near focus by the age of 60. This is a very relevant juncture with respect to the aging process of the eye and subsequent prevalence of various disease processes as they manifest. These predictable changes result in an anterior shifting of the lens and focusing apparatus. The lens and apparatus are attached by micro ligaments known as zonules. The zonules become progressively more flaccid with aging. The cause of this increased flaccidity is likely two fold. The zonules may stretch over time due to perpetual use. This stretching is likely a contributing factor, but aging changes to the actual lens is responsible for the majority of change. These aging changes eventually manifest as cataracts. Cataract development is a predictable change to the aging eye. As the dynamic forces of accommodation acting on the lens diminish the matrix of the crystalline lens becomes cloudy and impairs vision. This typically becomes problematic enough to require cataract surgery between the ages of 70 to 80. As part of the process the lens stiffens, thickens, and subsequently increases in diameter. This increase in diameter may result in outward displacement of the zonule attachments. The entire focusing system becomes relatively slack and displaces forward. The thickening of the lens also compounds these forward forces as the vitreous body pushes the structures from behind. Surgically removing the cataract becomes necessary and is common practice.
At the stage prior to surgery, the intact aged eye has to maintain function with very unfavourable displaced and compressed anatomy. The prevalence of various eye diseases begins to increase dramatically after the first five decades of life. These diseases include, but are not limited to, glaucoma, Fuchs' corneal dystrophy, macular degeneration and retinal detachments. These three diseases are discussed herein, as each disease relates to forward shifting anatomical changes. Presbyopia and refractive error are also discussed, but are not considered to be diseases. Cataracts are considered a consequence of normal aging are also discussed in relation to loss of accommodation.
Glaucoma is a disease which is diagnosed by evidence of vision loss or measured change to the optic nerve and the retinal nerve fiber layers. It is estimated that over 4 million Americans have glaucoma, but only half of the people who suffer from the disease are aware of their condition. Approximately 120,000 people are blind as a result of the disease. Glaucoma is the second leading cause of blindness in the world. Estimates put the total number of suspected cases of glaucoma at about 70 million worldwide. Glaucoma is a group of diseases that relate to intraocular pressure (TOP) and the aqueous humor fluid dynamics of the eye. It is a balance between the rate of aqueous production from the ciliary body in the posterior chamber and drainage via the trabecular meshwork and its distal system located in the anterior chamber. It is estimated that the ciliary body produces aqueous at an average rate of 2-3 micro liters per minute which translates into about 1.5 liters per year. There are variations in rates of production; however, these fluctuations are likely not as significant as the ability to drain the fluids, to balance pressure. The aging of the eye results in a predictable anterior shift of the structures posterior to the trabecular meshwork. This shift results in restriction of flow based on the structural change. Evidence of this shift is observed clinically when a cataract is surgically removed. On average, there is a 17% decrease in intraocular pressure (TOP), shortly after surgery. The anterior chamber angle instantly widens upon removal of the lens. The structure of the trabecular meshwork is able to open under these favourable changes. The trabecular meshwork is a mesh-like structure of tapering pores that direct the fluids into Schlemm's canal. The natural architecture of this porous tissue cannot perform its function well under compression. Glaucoma patients often undergo cataract surgery prematurely to take advantage of the drop in baseline IOP. Cataract surgery could be delayed or avoided in many cases where the need for the operation is driven by the pressure reduction aspects. The visual complications of natural aging cataracts are generally noticed by one's early sixties. Vision continues to decline typically requiring cataract surgery at ages ranging from early to mid seventies. The average life expectancy in the United States from birth is 78. It is more relevant to consider that the average life expectancy from an age of 63 is 20 years. Thus, a significant portion of the population does not live long enough to require cataract surgery based on vision needs.
Although glaucoma is a group of diseases, it can generally be classified into two categories: closed angle and open angle glaucoma. Closed angle glaucoma is a medical emergency when the angle is truly closed. This occurs when the peripheral iris occludes the trabecular meshwork. Topical and systemic pharmaceutical agents must be employed and often an emergency iridotomy is needed. An iridotomy involves making puncture-like openings through the iris without the removal of iris tissue. It is performed either with standard surgical instruments or a laser. The iridotomy allows for instant equalization of IOP between the anterior and posterior chamber.
Primary Open Angle Glaucoma (POAG) accounts for the majority of glaucoma cases. It presents with an apparently open drainage structure and often normal intraocular pressures. It is characterized by progressive optic neuropathy resulting in atrophy of the optic nerve and the nerve fiber layers. The disease process must have factors that are not apparent upon superficial anatomical observation and clinical IOP measurements. It is well documented that IOP fluctuates. Animal studies where IOP measuring probes have been implanted have demonstrated very dramatic results. Rabbit and monkey subjects produced IOP spikes in the order of 90 mmHg. This represents pressure almost six times normal values. This highlights the necessity of IOP clearing time for these spikes to maintain eye health. The eye must be able to sustain brief spikes in IOP. Sneezing and rubbing one's eyes would be examples of normal acute IOP spikes. Early POAG cases are likely, in part, the inability of the eye's drainage system to facilitate a safe pressure clearing time. In these open angle cases the trabecular meshwork structure would be initially compressed internally and out of superficial view. This coincides with the stage of rapid decline in loss of accommodation at the age of 50 to 60. This directly correlates to the age where the incidence of glaucoma dramatically increases. The angle is internally compressing in the periphery as the ciliary body and its structures shift forward. The angle and whole anterior chamber are narrowing. A compounding factor is papillary mydriasis while sleeping. As the pupil dilates upon closing of the eyes it pushes into an already narrow angle. The farther forward the structures shift, the greater the zonular flaccidity and narrowing of the angle. As this progresses there is less pulling on the anatomy adjacent to the trabecular meshwork, which is known to decrease IOP. The action of pilocarpine eye drops utilizes this mechanism to lower IOP. Pilocarpine also acts on the ciliary muscle and causes it to contract. When the ciliary muscle contracts, it opens the trabecular meshwork through increased tension on the scleral spur at the base of the trabecular meshwork. This narrowing trend becomes more apparent 10 to 20 years later with significant cataract development. The central thickening of the lens produces additional forward movement that is more evident on clinical observation.
In general the disease process is treated by isolated approaches to certain aspects of the disease. Pharmaceutical agents represent the primary form of treatment. They work on modulating production or drainage of the aqueous fluids. These therapies are hindered by costs, compliance and side effects. Managing drug side effects in an elderly population is difficult.
Tissue modifying procedures without device implantation have traditionally been secondary or complimentary approaches to the pharmaceuticals. These surgical procedures include trabeculectomy and laser trabuculoplasty. Trabeculectomy is very invasive surgery with considerable side effects. Scarring of the treated area is the greatest risk for failure. Antimetabolite and antineoplastic medications are often needed to augment the procedure. Other risks include infection, haemorrhaging, cataract formation, and hypotony. With hypotony, if the pressure remains too low for prolonged periods maculopathy and possible vision loss my result. Laser trabuculoplasty is more widely utilized because of its less invasive nature. Both procedures have very limited success and usually still require chronic paramedical use. All procedures which involve surgical trauma to compromised tissues must contend with the tissue's natural healing mechanism. The early positive response often renders a compromised eye at greater risk for failure. There is a shift now to improved surgical procedures as a primary treatment. An effective single procedure has the potential to reduce costs and eliminate compliance issues. Most devices available as treatments are focused on by-passing or bridging elements of the drainage pathway. The development and improvement of glaucoma shunts or stents remains a very active field of investigation. The ultimate goal is to have a single surgical procedure as a first line treatment. There are various shunt designs that continue to evolve. The basic principle is to bypass the resistance of the trabecular meshwork and allow flow of the aqueous humor directly into the Schlemm's canal. If the shunt can remain clear, the pressure in the anterior chamber will remain equalized with the pressure in Schlemm's canal. From there on, the uveoscleral outflow pathway remains intact to modulate IOP. The surgical implantation of such a small stent requires the extreme precision of a skilled surgeon. It is also difficult to be confident that the stent has penetrated the tissues as required to be effective. The lumen of the stent must remain open. The risk of scarring and blockage will always be of concern for patency.
All glaucoma treatments and variations of treatments have notable disadvantages and limited success. Medication has significant side effects and surgery results in tissue trauma. In both cases, the cost of treatment is high. The average direct cost of glaucoma treatment ranges from $623 per year for patients in the earliest stages and in excess of $2,500 a year for end stages of the disease. The annual total costs for glaucoma are approaching $3 billion in the U.S. economy alone. Procedural short term benefits can often result in additional costs associated with failure and complications. A true treatment for glaucoma is a common goal. The drainage systems of the eye may be best left intact if it is possible to provide assistance to circumvent the degenerative process. Trauma and scarring will inevitably compound the regenerative process. Implantation of a device to provide structural support offers promise. It may be possible to cure glaucoma through proactive prevention. Stem cell activity and cellular regeneration in the trabecular meshwork also are likely involved. A device to stimulate the responsible stem cells along with structural support could provide the eye with all that is necessary to prevent the manifestation of glaucoma.
Fuchs' Corneal Dystrophy is a group of degenerative diseases of the corneal endothelium. The endothelium is a monolayer of specialized, flattened, mitochondria-rich cells that line the internal surface of the cornea. Fuchs' dystrophy is clinically observed as an accumulation of focal outgrowths called guttae which are a thickening of the Descemet's membrane. This results in corneal edema leading to decreased vision and potentially vision loss. It is estimated that 5-10% of the population over 50 years old have clinically significant manifestation of the disease. The underlying cause is a deficiency of corneal endothelial cells. The density of endothelial cells on the posterior surface of the corneal predictably decline with aging. There has been significant research and discovery in the genetics of Fuchs' variants. There are early and late onset variations, and women tend to be more affected at an early stage. The common link to all is the decline in endothelial cell density. Evaluation of the endothelium by specular microscopy can demonstrate classic changes of Fuchs' endothelial dystrophy. With the background of the invention in mind, discussion will focus on the corneal endothelium and its role. The principal physiological function of the corneal endothelium is to allow nutrients from the aqueous humor to diffuse into the superficial layers of the cornea, while at the same time actively pumping water out of the cornea back into the anterior chamber. Thus, the corneal endothelium effectively keeps the cornea from becoming edematous and losing clarity. Treatment options vary depending on severity of symptoms and state of disease progression. Early treatments are targeted at reducing the edema. These treatments include topical dehydrating agents, warm air to increase evaporation, lowering IOP, and topical nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. Treatment is necessary until it is not possible to preserve good vision; at that point keratoplasty is necessary. Penetrating keratoplasty (PK) has been the standard for treatment of Fuchs' endothelial dystrophy. PK involves replacement of the full corneal thickness with donor tissue, even though only the endothelial layer is defective. In recent years, major advances in this field have made replacement of only the endothelial layer possible, without disturbing normal anterior structures of cornea using endothelial keratoplasty. Both are effective procedures, but often have complications and limited duration of effectiveness. Approximately 10% of those identified with the dystrophy will need keratoplasty. The purpose of transplantation is to increase endothelial cell density and thus restore function. As a result, a procedure that allows the eye to regenerate its own endothelial cells may be an effective treatment option. Recently the stem cells responsible for this have been located in the posterior limbus. At this junction between the cornea and sclera, there is an area known as the transition zone where stem cells believed to be responsible for endothelial and trabecular meshwork cells reside. Schwalbe's Line demarks part of the transition zone. The stem cells have been observed to be stimulated after laser trabuculoplasty for glaucoma treatment. Stem cells are known to be activated by trauma. In these cases, the stimulation can be beneficial or detrimental if over stimulated. Mechanical forces are also known to trigger stem cell differentiation. The mechanical stimulation model may be very significant with respect to corneal endothelium regeneration. The link to a decline in endothelial cell density and age may very well be correlated to a decline in accommodative ability. By the age of 45, approximately half of our endothelial cells and most of the ability to accommodate have been lost. A child has potentially ten times more accommodative ability than necessary. Such excessive power to focus would translate into significant forces induced by the ciliary muscles and accommodative apparatus. The transition zone where the stem cells are located absorbs some of these forces. It would be logical to expect certain level of cellular activity to result. Implantation of a device to induce mechanical forces to the transition zone would have the potential to stimulate stem cells. The device will need to provide an appropriate amount of stimulation by means of variable forces and contact area with the transition zone. If a healthy population of endothelial cells can be maintained, Fuchs' dystrophy should not manifest. The underlying genetic predisposition will still exist, but induced mechanical stimulation has the potential to prevent the disease symptoms from manifesting.
Retinal Detachments are generally categorized into idiopathic, traumatic, advanced diabetic, and inflammatory disorders. The majority of disorders fall into the idiopathic classification. This grouping of spontaneous retinal detachments dramatically increases after the age of 40 and peaks at about the age of 60. The bulk of these idiopathic detachments are vitreoretinal in origin. The vitreous humor changes in consistency with aging. Its boundaries shrink away from the retina. This separation is known as a posterior vitreous detachment (PVD). As the vitreous separates, it can pull the retina with it in areas of excessive adhesion. The incidence of retinal tears resulting from a PVD varies on average between 5% and 15%, depending on the presentation. The process of the PVD can be asymptomatic or symptomatic with photopsia. Flashes or sparks of light in the absence of true light are indicative of tension at retinal adhesions and present with greater risk. The symptoms usually subside once the process resolves. Floaters may remain after the process is complete. In the event that the adhesions does not release, a retinal detachment is likely to occur. Retinal detachments of this etiology have a particularly strong correlation with the decline in accommodative ability. It is known that the ciliary body remains active even with lack of any sustainable accommodation. The feedback mechanisms to accommodate also remains, but the cortical stimulation to accommodate is met with a lack of response that ultimately can produce an over active muscular response of the accommodative apparatus. The vitreous body and the zonular attachments have a significant role in the apparatus. There is debate over what is responsible for the ability to accommodate. The exact combination of actions and reactions is not important for the discussion of retinal detachment associated with PVD's. What is significant is the balance of forces. When the ciliary body contracts it relaxes the circumferential lenticular zonules. These include the equatorial, anterior, and posterior zonular limbs. The area of traction exists along the anterior hyaloid of the vitreous body. There are hyaloid zonules that anchor here and ultimately transfer forces to retinal adhesions. The dramatic increase in retinal detachment must have some relation to the actions of the complex accommodative mechanism. When the eye has adequate accommodative control, there is a balance between ciliary contraction and relaxation. The accommodative mechanism would predominately be in a relaxed state, when viewing beyond a few feet. Effectively this state puts tension on the lenticular zonule complex, pulling the lens back and relieving tension on the retinal attachments. The opposite is true of the response to near focus. The ciliary body contracts releasing tension on the lenticular zonule attachments. The vitreous body and its gelatinous characteristics push the lens forward to accommodate. The forward movement is retained by tension transferred around the anterior hyaloid and retinal attachments. With presbyopia the concern is how the feedback mechanism responds to a lack of focus. The action and reaction do not balance and cause instability. The ciliary body easily can go into spasm under these circumstances. These spasms can clinically present as ocular pain. The ciliary muscle may very well become stronger as accommodative ability diminishes with aging. The retinal adhesion will be put under significant traction resulting in the inevitable PVD and risk of retinal detachment. The relationship is complex and it is difficult to isolate the components of the accommodative mechanism. Other tissue related changes with aging must also be factors.
Retinal tears and detachments are treated by a variety of procedures. Success of treatment is high if the detachment is treated in a timely manner. When tears are seen clinically there are generally two approaches, laser photocoagulation and cryopexy. Both methods essentially scar the tissue around the tear to stabilize it. Retinal detachments have more involved surgical treatments. Pneumatic retinopexy is the least invasive. The procedure involves injecting a gas bubble in the eye to float the retinal back in place where it can reattach. Photocoagulation or cryopexy are then used to stabilize any holes or tears. Scleral buckling surgery is another surgical procedure. The surgeon places a piece of silicone sponge, rubber, or semi-hard plastic on the outer layer of the eye and sews it in place. This relieves traction on the retina, preventing tears from proceeding to detachments, by supporting the retina. The most invasive treatment is a vitrectomy. This procedure involves removal of the vitreous body from the eye. Vitrectomy gives the surgeon better access to the retina to repair holes and close large tears.
A procedure that could restore a functional amount of accommodation could reduce retinal traction by stabilizing contraction of the ciliary muscles. The feedback would be restored and the accommodative system would predominately be in a state that relieves tension on the vitreous base and retina. To achieve this reduction in retinal traction, the anterior displacement of the whole system must be returned to a more posterior position. This repositioning could be achieved through careful calculated sizing and implantation of a device to provide structural support and targeted appositional forces.
Macular Degeneration, or Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD), is another common eye condition and a leading cause of vision loss or impairment among people 50 and older. Generally, AMD is considered to be a disease of aging with risk factors that include race, family history, and life style. Smoking and unprotected sun exposures are examples of well documented risk factors. Although the predisposing retinal degenerations are seen throughout the retina, it is degeneration in macula that results in the dramatic loss of central vision. The characteristic loss makes it difficult to read or even recognize faces. It is estimated that three million Americans will have AMD by 2020.
There are two forms of AMD, dry and wet. In the dry form, there are accumulations of cellular debris called drusen. These tiny white or yellow accumulations of extracellular debris form between the retina and its vascular choroidal network and, more specifically, between the retinal pigment epithelium and Bruch's membrane. The presence of small non-exudative dry drusen are considered to be a normal occurrence with aging. The diagnosis of dry AMD occurs when there is a significant increase in the number or size of hard drusen accumulating in the macular area. Such accumulations can further compromise the integrity of the retinal structures and, over time, advances to more severe wet or exudative AMD. The course of degeneration accelerates with any additional compromise to the vascular system. Neovascularisations occur resulting in vision threatening detachments of the central retina.
Presently there is no cure for AMD. There are preventative measures such as nutritional supplementation, sun protection, and education as to other lifestyle risks such as smoking. Dry AMD usually does not have significant vision implications and is often addressed by monitoring. If the AMD advances to the wet form, medical intervention is required. Neovascularisation involves vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF). Anti-VEGF agents are injected directly into the vitreous humor of the eye to regress the abnormal blood vessels. The injections must be repeated to slow vision loss or potentially improve vision. Several anti-angiogenic drugs have been approved for use in the eye.
Refractive Error Correction encompasses a variety of approaches to achieve clear vision. All eyes have a need for visual assistance by optical or surgical procedures during a life time. Emmetropia is the most common presentation. This is a state of vision when one requires no optical aids to see clearly when distant viewing. These individuals have no need for correction until presbyopia sets in at mid life. This loss of accommodative ability is true of all eyes regardless of distance refractive status. The non-emmetropic eyes can be divided into myopia or hyperopia, respectively nearsighted or farsighted eyes. Astigmatism is generally present in variable amounts. This represents an unequal curvature of the cornea or internal lens of the eye. There are infinite variations in refractive error and many treatment options available. The most common treatments include spectacles and contact lenses. Essentially all refractive errors can be treated by variations of these solutions. There are many other refractive modification procedures available. Mostly these treatments are elective lifestyle procedures, but in some cases medically necessary. Cataract surgery is an example of necessary surgery. Cataract extraction is the most common surgical procedure in the United States. There are two types of cataract surgery commonly employed today. Standard extracapsular cataract extraction involves removal of the lens in one piece along with the front portion of the lens capsule. This procedure is still utilized, but in limited circumstances due to the larger more invasive incision needed. Phacoemulsification small incision cataract surgery is essentially the standard of care. The surgery utilizes ultra sound energy to fragment the lens so it can be evacuated through the small incision port. The technique employs a foldable posterior chamber interocular lens (PCIOL) to facilitate transplantation through the small incision. The PCIOL is positioned in the remaining lens capsule structure and centrally positioned by flexible haptics. This small incision technique has generally replaced other procedures. It is noted that there are a wide variety of PCIOL's available in various designs and materials. Surgeons have significant surgical liberties in the cataract extraction field. Foldable anterior chamber interocular lenses (ACIOL) have recently been developed. These lenses are employed by the same small incision technique. They are placed in the anterior chamber and positioned by flexible haptics resting in the anterior chamber angle. ACIOL's are generally designed to be used in phakic eyes as they are positioned in the chamber anterior to the lens. This is usually an elective procedure to correct high or difficult prescriptions. The procedure is resorted to when other refractive devices or surgical options are not possible or have limited potential.
The market for elective refractive surgery is well established. Refractive surgery without device implantation includes: Radial Keratotomy (RK), Astigmatic Keratotomy (AK), Photo-Refractive Keratectomy (PRK) and Laser Assisted In-Situ Keratomileusis (LASIK). RK and AK involve carefully placed superficial incisions into the corneal stroma in a radial fashion. These procedures are not performed anymore, and are predecessors that led to PRK and LASIK. The utilization of lasers with PRK and LASIK has much greater control and predictable outcomes. Modern PRK and LASIK are considered elective procedures. They can correct most naturally occurring refractive errors. These are not truly reversible techniques because tissue is removed with the laser.
The implantation of interocular lenses accounts for nearly all of the devices implanted to correct refractive errors. The laser surgery techniques dominate the tissue altering procedures by re-shaping the cornea. Intra-stromal corneal rings are an alternative option for low levels of myopia and astigmatism. Small incisions in the corneal stroma are made. Two crescents or semi-circular shaped ring segments are implanted on opposing sides away from the central cornea. The embedding of the rings in the cornea has the effect of flattening the cornea and changing the refraction. Intacs are the FDA approved device for this procedure. They are made of a relatively rigid material, Poly(methylmethacrylate) (PMMA). Intacs have not gained significant market share despite being marketed as a reversible procedure. Presently they are often used for the treatment of Keratoconus. Their semi-rigid structure offers support to a structurally failing cornea. There is extensive data from photorefractive surgery and cornea curvature altering proceeds. The cornea has an average refractive power of 45 diopters. This high power along with 18 diopters from the natural lens is required to focus light to produce images at the 24 mm axial length of the eye. The majority of naturally occurring refractive errors are within a prescription of one diopter. This is a very small amount with respect to the total power of the system. A device with the ability to internally expand along the corneal base would flatten corneal curvature resulting in decreased myopia. The cornea only requires a flattening of 75 microns to achieve a one diopter decrease in myopia. Achieving such a flattening of the cornea would only require an increase in diameter of 60 microns at the corneal base.
The loss of accommodative ability remains one of great interest within the field of refractive correction. The ability to change focus provides the optical system control and an advantage over any static approach. The development of a device to rejuvenate the natural ineffective aged system is being actively perused. The advantages of such a system could be more significant than the visual control and clarity. Stability of the accommodative musculature has the ability to relieve the retinal tension by returning the system to equilibrium. Present techniques and procedures under investigation to restore accommodation are either external or internal to the posterior chamber. Externally there are techniques that suggest the suturing of bands around the eye to increase the diameter and provide a more rigid external base for the ciliary muscles internally. The concept is to reduce flaccidity of the zonular complex by external expansion to enable some reaction to the accommodative actions of the ciliary muscles.
However, the eye is dynamic and changes in refractive status do have predictable patterns as well changes that cannot be anticipated. In theory, the eye cannot be static until it is aphakic after cataract surgery. At this stage there is no effective accommodation. The cortical connections and accommodative musculature still remain, but no lens remains to facilitate a response. Developing a way of utilizing the cortical and muscular system to facilitate accommodation will be of great benefit. An artificial lens is required to achieve this. Focusing PCIOL's are in development and are already available. The lens is implanted in the posterior chamber replacing the natural lens. The concept is to have a lens with shape changing characteristics to harness the movement of the ciliary muscle during accommodative stimulation. These lenses will continue to develop, but presently have limited success. Harnessing accommodative forces in the anterior chamber would allow for the development of a shape changing lens implant in front of the iris.
In accordance with an aspect of the invention, a stent device implanted into the anterior chamber angle could provide various structural elements and forces to restore some accommodative ability in the phakic eye. The stent must have precise anatomical placement to achieve this. The positioning of the stent is essentially along the internal foundation of the cornea. In this position it can induce forces radiating outward and anteriorly along the posterior cornea base. The forces would translate to a re-positioning of the accommodative apparatus to a more posterior placement. In this position the eye can restore some level of accommodation. The forces applied at the corneal base can also be adjusted to manipulate corneal curvature and change refractive error.
In addition, the collar stent device implanted at the internal base of the cornea could translate motion if it can articulate. Embodiments of such a device would provide a base to implant the novel concept of a focusing ACIOL. The stent device, along with the additional here in claimed invention of the complimentary focusing ACIOL, has the potential to provide pseudo-accommodation. This configuration of an accommodating ACIOL will be discussed in relation to the stent device but should not be limited to the preferred embodiments to be discussed and illustrated. The concept of an accommodating ACIOL is dependent on the specific anatomical fitting of the stent device and as such is considered an extension of this invention. The stent of the present invention is configured to provide such features.
Therefore, generally provided is a surgically-implantable device for the human (or mammalian) eye that addresses or overcomes some or all of the deficiencies and drawbacks in the field of medical eye care. Preferably, provided is a surgically-implantable device for the human (or mammalian) eye that facilitates the restoration of the architecture of the anterior chamber angle and underlying accommodative apparatus. Preferably, provided is a surgically-implantable device for the human (or mammalian) eye that provides the eye with ability to restore, regenerate and rejuvenate various elements of normal function. Preferably, provided is a surgically-implantable device for the human (or mammalian) eye that addresses the clinical need for a faster, safer and more cost effective method to treat diseases and degenerative conditions of the eye.
The anatomical area of implantation is very specific, but within the anatomy there will be various embodiments of devices. The description of preferred embodiments of this invention is not limited to variations in design, materials, manufacturing and procedures relating to implantation of the invention. Any embodiment of this device will involve minimally invasive small incision by clear cornea, modified clear cornea or scleral tunnel implantation techniques. Preferred embodiments of this device would be removable and thus enable reversal of failed procedures.
The device may be specifically fit according to the involved anatomy and patient specific sizing with respect to this anatomy. Recent refinements and advances in imaging technology are now allowing for very accurate clinically available equipment. The introduction of time domain anterior segment optical coherence tomography (AS-OCT) technology allows for in vivo, cross-sectional tissue imaging. This provides diagnostic and management capabilities that is far superior then before. Prior to the introduction of this technology in 2006, the only way to obtain cross-sectional images of the anterior segment was with histological sectioning. The importance of this technology is apparent when applying the specific anatomical placement of the potential embodiments of the device.
The above-describe exemplary embodiments of the invention are provided for treatment of eye conditions related to aging. One aspect of the invention relates to a medical device system for treating the tissues of the trabecular meshwork. The trabecular meshwork and the juxtacanilicular tissue collectively are responsible for the resistance to the out flow of the aqueous humor. The trabecular meshwork is thus a logical target for tissue rejuvenation and stimulation for the treatment of glaucoma. The various possible embodiments of the device all apply appositional forces anterior and posterior to the trabecular meshwork. Preferred embodiments may have partial contact with the trabecular meshwork. Significant contact with the anterior portion of the trabecular meshwork may produce increased stem cell activity. As such, centering the anterior portion of the device at an anterior portion of the trabecular network may provide improved results. Despite any contact, the device will effectively span and open the structure to enhance flow of the aqueous. Since there is no true treatment, control of the disease is the goal. Lowering IOP by 20% relative to pre-treatment levels is a general rule to measure initial success.
Another aspect of the invention relates to stem cell activation by appositional stimulation to the posterior limbus transition zone. There is evidence of stem cells for the corneal endothelium as well as stem cells for the trabecular meshwork residing there. Successful stimulation has regenerative potential for Fuchs' corneal dystrophy and glaucoma respectively. Regeneration of trabecular meshwork tissues would be very complimentary to the aforementioned structural aspect of the device to increase outflow. Stimulation of the endothelial stem cells offers promise as a potential treatment or prophylactic measure to circumvent normal endothelial cellular loss with aging. Mechanical stimulation of stem cells is well known in various tissues of the body. Regular physical stimulation of tissues is often needed to maintain the regenerative processes. The internal limbal transition zone of the cornea does not have the same mechanical stimulation as the external limbal area responsible for epithelial regeneration. There is continual direct mechanical interaction with external eye and perpetual regeneration is required to sustain healthy tissues of the external eye. The internal transition zone must have internal mechanical stimulation by translation of accommodative energy. A child's excessive accommodative ability can translate into forces greater than ten times that of the middle aged adult. Embodiments of this device will have the ability to produce variable amounts of appositional forces on the transition zone. Although different in presentation than accommodative forces, it is hypothesized that such appositional force will result in favorable stem cell activity. Such activity can be easily measured as it relates to endothelial cell density. Evaluation of the endothelium by specular microscopy is a non-invasive way to achieve this.
Some other aspects of the invention relate to repositioning and stabilization of the accommodative apparatus. The posterior contact of the various embodiments is essential to the overall function of the invention. The anatomical placement of this contact is such to transfer an adequate amount of force through the iris base to result in a posterior repositioning of the ciliary body. This repositioning of the accommodative apparatus will be restorative to some accommodative function. The ability to restore focusing ability is a very desirable aspect of the device embodiments. Calculations and adjustments will be patient specific to achieve the desired results. Loss of accommodation is not classified as a disease, but rather considered an inconvenient result of aging. It is a degenerative condition that does relate to the manifestation of disease processes. Implantation of an embodiment of this device for the purposes of restoring accommodation or changing refractive status will also have benefit(s) of the additional aspects of the device.
Another attribute of the device relating to repositioning of the accommodative apparatus is retinal stabilization. The physical posterior shifting of the ciliary body will relieve excessive tension translated to retinal attachments linked to the accommodative apparatus. Restoring accommodative control is also a significant part of reducing retinal detachment. Accommodative control will allow for stable control of the ciliary muscle and reduce or prevent ineffective unnecessary contractions. The various embodiments will be able to be sized to achieve the desired effect and reduce the risks associated with retinal detachments of this etiology.
Embodiments of the invention can be designed to position an AIOL. The specially designed lens can be retained in the base structure of the invention. The implantation of such a lens would be indicated with cataract extraction, but variation could be employed with a phakic eye as well. The circumferential designs of the invention, in its articulating forms, will allow for the opportunity to develop a lens capable of changing its radius of curvature and position in relation to natural accommodative stimulation and muscular response. The ciliary body muscle induces forces during accommodation that can allow the articulating embodiment to induce small amounts of movement. The movement would radiate inward upon contraction of the ciliary body with accommodative stimulation. Accommodative feedback and ciliary muscle action are still active even in the aphakic eye. There is no response without the natural lens, or a PCIOL that is static. Implantation of a lens that can tie into the feedback mechanisms would return the control of focus. There is very significant prior art with respect to implantable lenses. This design concept to work with embodiments of the invention is a new concept that can utilize acrylic and silicon-based materials. The design of this lens must have sufficient ability to change curvature with small amounts of movement allowing a functional accommodative range. It will require a PCIOL of opposing power to complete the optical system. Calculations based on pairing of lenses can produce accommodative responses in excess of that required under normal visual demands. Preferred embodiments of this complimentary device are to be considered an extension of the original invention, and not to be limited in design, materials or manufacturing process.
A variety of biocompatible materials can be employed to manufacture the embodiments of the device and components of this invention. The device may utilize such a variety of materials, many of which have ongoing proven bio-compatibility in excess of 25 years. All embodiments of the device(s) are to be removable and replaceable. The device(s) will be visible by mean of non-invasive visual and imaging assessment. The following materials are examples but not to be considered limiting for the design and manufacturing of the device(s) and possible components of the invention. There are a variety of proven biocompatible materials used in various ocular implants. The original interocular lenses were made from Polymethylmethacrylate (PMMA) and were not foldable. Presently, the most common ocular implants are the posterior chamber interocular lens (PCIOL). These are primarily made of silicone or acrylic and often have PMMA components. The material of choice for single piece embodiments must be bio-compatible, semi rigid, foldable and have a constant memory of shape. A clear material would be cosmetically favorable since the ring will be partially visible. It may also be possible to color match or enhance the iris color. There is significant debate over whether hydrophilic or hydrophobic materials or surface treatments are superior. Some proven PCIOL's utilize both properties. Potential materials may include: Hydrophobic Acrylic, Hydrophilic Acrylic, Acrylic Polymer, Silicone, Poly(styrene-block-isobutylene-block-styrene) SIBS, Silicon Elastomer (Biosil), and Heparin Surface Modified Acrylics. The annular design of the device can allow for very soft and pliable materials to induce sufficient forces. The involved soft tissues will require delicate and controlled contact. The multi-piece embodiments can utilize a wider range of materials since the individual components do not require the same flexibility as those to be utilized in the single-piece embodiments. A proven material, such as PMMA, can be utilized. It has rigid properties, is extrudable and stable for laser cutting or lathe turning. Other methods of manufacture can include: molding techniques, vacuum forming, and solvent casting. Particular methods of manufacture have not been disclosed. It is understood that a variety of manufacturing methods do exist with substantial prior art in the field of ocular implants. One or multiple methods of manufacture may be employed in the manufacture of single or multiple components of the possible embodiments of this invention. It may also be useful to coat components of this device to enhance its functional properties or biocompatibility. It may also be useful to coat the device with therapeutic agents or implant a complimentary device containing therapeutic agents.
Implantation of the various possible embodiments of the device would be in accordance to the prior art of cataract surgery relating specifically to the implantation of foldable interocular lenses. The present state of lens implantation is highly developed, and those skilled in the art have a variety of choices as to their preferences in materials and tools. Virtually all implanted ocular lenses are foldable, allowing for small, minimally-invasive, sutureless incisions. Smaller incisions that allow quicker recovery, better wound strength and increased surgical control, result in lower complication rates and better outcomes. Diamond spade knives are used to make a 2-3 mm incision through peripheral cornea or scleral tunnel techniques. The interocular lenses are pushed through the small incision with a variety of injector devices that usually consist of a cartridge that prepares the lens by folding it and a plunger system to inject it. Those skilled in the art can utilize these established devices for purposes of implanting embodiments and components of the device. Although new tools may not be needed for purposes of implantation of the device(s), it will become apparent to those skilled in the art which available devices are best suited as techniques evolve. Refinements of the tools and techniques may lead to development of specific new tools for implantation, manipulation and removal of the various stent devices.
According to an aspect of the invention, a method of reducing an occurrence of macular degeneration in a mammalian eye is provided. The method includes: inserting an intraocular collar stent into a portion of the eye; and positioning the collar stent to apply a pressure to a portion of the eye. The applied pressure reduces or eliminates predisposing stresses for drusen formation within the eye compared to when pressure is not being applied. In some embodiments, the stent is formed from a body having an anterior portion and a posterior portion. The anterior portion is configured to be centered on and in contact with the surface of a transition zone between a trabecular meshwork and a corneal endothelium of the eye. The posterior portion is configured to contact a peripheral iris of the eye.
According to another aspect of the invention, a method of reducing stresses on portions of a retina of a mammalian eye is provided. The method includes: applying pressure in an anterior direction centered on the surface of a transition zone, which is between an anterior limit of a trabecular meshwork and a posterior limit of a corneal endothelium of the eye; and applying pressure in a posterior direction to a surface of a peripheral iris of the eye. In some embodiments, the pressure is applied with a support device, such as an intraocular collar stent.
According to another aspect of the invention, a method of mitigating the occurrence of macular degeneration is provided. The method includes inserting an intraocular collar stent into a portion of a mammalian eye, such that the stent is in contact with soft tissue of the anterior chamber. When inserted in the eye, the stent applies pressure in an anterior direction to a surface centered on a transition zone between an anterior limit of a trabecular meshwork and a posterior limit of a corneal endothelium of the eye with an anterior portion of the stent, and in a posterior direction to a surface of the peripheral iris of the eye with a posterior portion of the stent. The pressure should be applied continually for sustained stability. In some embodiments, the collar stent configuration also applies circumferential forces radiating outwards to expand the irideocorneal angle. Inducing tri-directional forces repositions the intraocular collar stent to a more posterior and expanded configuration. The repositioning reduces stresses transferred to associated posterior retinal anchoring points. Accordingly, the retinal environment has less stress to absorb which decreases a negative pressure state within the retinal tissues of the eye as a result of the application of the pressure; and, while the reduced negative pressure state is present, permitting healthy enhanced removal of extracellular material to flow through the vasculature of the eye.
The embodiments of this medical device and methods are provided in accordance of the objectives to rejuvenate or restore elements of the eye. The disease processes and physiologic changes herein mentioned above are as such detrimental to function. For purposes of summarizing the invention, certain aspects, features and advantages of the invention have been described. It is herein to be understood that not all advantages of this invention may be achieved in relation to any particular embodiment of the device(s) or adjunctive components of the device(s). As such, the invention may be embodied in configurations to optimize one or various advantages. Implantation of the device may be indicated for any one advantage or combination of advantages as indicated for treatment or prophylactic intervention.
These and other features and characteristics of the present invention, as well as the methods of operation and functions of the related elements of structures and the combination of parts and economies of manufacture, will become more apparent upon consideration of the following description and the appended claims with reference to the accompanying drawings, all of which form a part of this specification, wherein like reference numerals designate corresponding parts in the various figures. It is to be expressly understood, however, that the drawings are for the purpose of illustration and description only and are not intended as a definition of the limits of the invention. As used in the specification and the claims, the singular form of “a”, “an”, and “the” include plural referents unless the context clearly dictates otherwise.
Additional aspects and advantages of the invention will become readily apparent to those skilled in the art upon reference to the provided figures and detailed description of the preferred embodiments. The invention is not limited to any particular preferred embodiment(s) disclosed.
Some of the advantages and features of the preferred embodiments of the invention have been summarized herein above. These embodiments along with other potential embodiments of the device will become apparent to those skilled in the art when referencing the following drawings in conjunction with the detailed descriptions as they relate to the figures.
FIG. 1 is a schematic sectional view of an eye showing anatomical detail along with in situ placement of a stent, in accordance with an aspect of the present invention;
FIG. 2 is a close up sectional view of FIG. 1 taken along section 2-2, providing more anatomical detail of the superior anterior segment of the eye relating to the stent, in accordance with an aspect of the present invention;
FIG. 3A is a schematic sectional view of the eye and stent of FIG. 3 taken along section 3-3, in accordance with an aspect of the present invention;
FIG. 4A is a schematic illustration of a divided front view of a stent illustrating continuous and/or divided variations of a ring, in accordance with an aspect of the present invention;
FIG. 4B is a cross-section view of the stent of FIG. 4A taken along section 4B-4B, in accordance with an aspect of the present invention;
FIG. 4C is a partial side profile view of the stent of FIG. 4A taken along section 4C-4C and having drainage ports, in accordance with an aspect of the present invention;
FIG. 4D is a cross-section view of the stent of FIG. 4A taken along section 4D-4D, in accordance with an aspect of the present invention;
FIG. 4E is a partial side profile view of the stent of FIG. 4A taken along section 4E-4E and illustrating a beaded anterior surface, in accordance with an aspect of the present invention;
FIG. 5A is a schematic sectional detail of the eye and stent of FIG. 5 taken along section 5-5 in accordance with an aspect of the present invention;
FIG. 6A is a schematic front view of a stent illustrating a single piece non-continuous ring with a continuous tensioning O-ring in place, in accordance with an aspect of the invention;
FIG. 6B is a cross-section view of the stent of FIG. 6A taken along section 6B-6B, according to an aspect of the present invention;
FIG. 6C is a partial side profile view of the stent of FIG. 6A taken along section 6C-6C, in accordance with an aspect of the present invention;
FIG. 7A is a sectional detail of the eye and stent of FIG. 7 taken along section 7-7 in accordance with an aspect of the present invention;
FIG. 8A is a half section front view of the stent of FIG. 7 as a multi-piece continuously joined ring with a continuous tensioning O-ring in place, in accordance with an aspect of the invention;
FIG. 8B is a cross-section view of the stent of FIG. 8A taken along section 8B-8B with illustrated anatomical detail shown, in accordance with an aspect of the invention;
FIG. 8C is a partial side profile view of the stent of FIG. 8A taken along section 8C-8C with anatomical detail shown as it would be seen in the irideocorneal angle by means of gonioscopy, in accordance with an aspect of the invention;
FIG. 8D is a schematic drawing that illustrates details of the articulating components of the stent of FIG. 8A, in accordance with an aspect of the present invention;
FIG. 9A is a schematic section view of an aphakic eye illustrating the stent of FIG. 7 in situ with an accommodating anterior chamber interocular lens (ACIOL) and an adjunctive stationary posterior chamber interocular lens (PCIOL), in accordance with an aspect of the invention;
FIG. 9B is a schematic drawing of a quartered front view of an eye illustrating the various details of the stent of FIG. 7 and ocular anatomy, in accordance with an aspect of the invention;
FIG. 10A is a schematic drawing of a folding interocular lens injector, which can be utilized for implantation of a stent, in accordance with an aspect of the invention; and
FIG. 10B is a schematic drawing of a front view of an implantation procedure, using the injector of FIG. 10A to inject a stent, in accordance with an aspect of the present invention.
The illustrations generally show preferred embodiments of the devices used to treat predictable structural ocular aging changes of the anterior segment of the human eye. While the descriptions present various embodiments of the device(s), it should not be interpreted in any way as limiting the invention. Furthermore, modifications, concepts and applications of the inventions embodiments are to be interpreted by those skilled in the art as being encompassed, but not limited to the illustrations and descriptions herein.
The following description is provided to enable those skilled in the art to make and use the described embodiments contemplated for carrying out the invention. Various modifications, equivalents, variations, and alternatives, however, will remain readily apparent to those skilled in the art. Any and all such modifications, variations, equivalents, and alternatives are intended to fall within the spirit and scope of the present invention. Further, for purposes of the description hereinafter, the terms “end”, “upper”, “lower”, “right”, “left”, “vertical”, “horizontal”, “top”, “bottom”, “lateral”, “longitudinal” and derivatives thereof shall relate to the invention as it is oriented in the drawing figures. However, it is to be understood that the invention may assume various alternative variations and step sequences, except where expressly specified to the contrary. It is also to be understood that the specific devices and processes illustrated in the attached drawings, and described in the following specification, are simply exemplary embodiments of the invention. Hence, specific dimensions and other physical characteristics related to the embodiments disclosed herein are not to be considered as limiting. For the purpose of facilitating understanding of the invention, the accompanying drawings and description illustrate preferred embodiments thereof, from which the invention, various embodiments of its structures, construction and method of operation, and many advantages may be understood and appreciated.
A sectional view of an eye is illustrated in FIG. 1. The ocular stent 18 in this anatomical placement represents certain preferred and non-limiting embodiments. It is positioned in the anterior chamber of the eye. This chamber is bound by the cornea 32 anteriorly and the iris 29 posteriorly. Aqueous humor 31 fills and circulates through this chamber. The cornea 32 is a clear collagenous tissue responsible for most of the focusing ability of the eye. It transitions into the white collagenous tissue of the sclera 23 along the limbus 33. The lens 30 is suspended by the zonular complex 28. The zonules 28 are ligamentous having their muscular attachments to the ciliary body 27 and opposing attachment into the equatorial region of the lens 30. The ciliary body 27 is the muscular component of the accommodative complex. Along with the ciliary body 27 and iris 29, the choroid 24 forms the uveal tract. The choroid 24 is the highly vascular layer which underlies the retina 20. The retina 20 is centrally bound by the vitreous body, which is filled with vitreous humor 25. This central body makes up the bulk of the volume of the eye. It maintains the eye's shape and plays a role in accommodation. The central visual axis intersects the retina 20 at the fovea 22 of the macular region. This region is the most visually sensitive and innervated area of the retina 20. All innervations and vascularisation of the eye is connected to the brain via the optic nerve 21.
In FIG. 2, the anterior segment of the eye is shown with additional anatomical detail around a preferred and non-limiting embodiment of the ocular stent 18. The drainage structure of the trabecular meshwork 17 and Schlemm's canal 19 are illustrated. The corneal endothelium 16 is illustrated as are the anterior 34 and posterior 35 lens capsules. The zonular attachments to the lens 30 and ciliary body 27 are divided into the anterior zonules 36, equatorial zonules 37, posterior zonules 38 and hyaloid zonules 39. The anterior hyaloid vitreous membrane 40 is the anterior boundary of the vitreous humor 25.
FIG. 3 is a detailed illustration of a preferred and non-limiting embodiment the ocular stent 18 in relation to adjacent anatomy. The ocular stent 18 is implanted in the peripheral irideocorneal angle 44 of the anterior chamber, having an anterior portion configured to be centered on and in contact with the surface of the transition zone 42 between the anterior limits of the trabecular meshwork 17 and posterior limits of the corneal endothelium 16 or posterior aspect of the limbus 41. The anterior limits of the ocular stent 18 may encroach on and make contact with the adjacent trabecular meshwork 17 and corneal endothelium 16. The posterior portion of the ocular stent 18 will be configured to be in contact with a portion of the surface of the peripheral iris 29. The peripheral limits of the posterior contact may extend around the anterior chamber irideocorneal angle 44 to cross the anterior chamber exposure of the ciliary body 27 up to or beyond the scleral spur 43 to encroach on the trabecular meshwork 17. The central range of the posterior contact along the iris 29 will be sufficient to effectively support the ciliary body 27 structure posterior to the iris 29. The ocular stent 18 may be formed with a boomerang shaped radial cross section. In that case, the anterior portion and the posterior portion of the ocular stent meet at a central portion 12. As will be appreciated by those having skill in the art, the central portion 12 may be integrally formed with the anterior and posterior portions of the body. Alternatively, the central portion 12 may be a joint, such as an articulating joint.
As will be appreciated by one having ordinary skill in the art, the stent 18 may be able to reposition and retain the position of the ciliary body 27. For example, in the embodiment depicted in FIG. 3, the ocular stent 18 is positioned in the anatomy of the eye to enable favourable function. The ocular stent 18 spans the filtering structure of the trabecular meshwork 17 expanding and opening its porous structure. This structurally supported configuration of the drainage anatomy will decrease IOP and promote rejuvenation of the tissues. In certain embodiments, the ocular stent 18 is composed of a biocompatible material that has structurally stable properties. The integrity of the anatomical organization will remain since the properties of the ocular stent 18 are required to be stable. These stable properties also will allow for consistent and accurate contact with the transition zone 42. This is required to induce appropriate forces at this area of stem cell activity. The appositional stimulation of stem cells here can impact regeneration of corneal endothelial cells 16 and cells pertaining to the trabecular meshwork 17. The posterior aspect of the ocular stent 18 is configured to assist in positioning of the trabecular meshwork 17 and transition zone 42. This posterior contact along the iris 29 base translates forces required to reposition the ciliary body 27 and variable forces from muscular action in the ciliary body 27 to the transition zone 42. The posterior repositioning shifts the accommodative structure posteriorly which in turn requires the structures to expand circumferentially. This expansion will translate into a tightening of the posterior 38, equatorial 37, and anterior 36 zonules. The return of tension to these zonules will result in some degree of accommodative function. The return of function will stabilize muscular action by means of effective feedback and control of the ciliary body 27. This is important as it relates to the hyaloid zonules 39. The posterior movement of the ciliary body 27 will relieve excessive tension on the hyaloid zonules 39. This combined with returned control of the accommodative musculature will relieve excessive tension being transferred to the hyaloid retinal connections and thus reduce the risk of retinal detachment. The stent 18 requires very specific sizing and anatomical placement. It will be possible to adjust the sizing to induce forces to enable some manipulation of refractive error. More specifically, the ocular stent 18 is positioned at the base of the cornea 32. This area of circumferential placement is the foundation of the cornea and as such the structural base of the cornea 32.
A divided front view of a preferred and non-limiting embodiment of the ocular stent 18 is shown in FIGS. 4A-4E, for purposes of illustrating various embodiments of the stent 18. FIG. 4A illustrates a half section of a continuous variation of the ocular stent 18 having a communication structure, such as ports 14. As used herein, a “communication structure” refers to a structure such as a port, tube, opening, or through hole extending through the body of the stent 18 for permitting fluid to pass therethrough. The ports 14 equalize fluid pressures across the ocular stent 18. Six ports 14 are illustrated to convey the concept. The size and number of ports 14 can be varied to achieve a desired result. A single port 14 could be adequate to provide sufficient flow, but continued patency would be a concern so multiple ports 14 may be utilized. The ports 14 have the potential to reduce or virtually eliminate pigment dispersion into the trabecular meshwork 17. A superior placement of the ports 14 reduces pigment transfer allowing free pigment to settle inferiorly blocked by the ocular stent 18 from passing into the drainage structures. FIG. 4A illustrates a half section of a non-continuous variation of the ocular stent 18 having a beaded or textured anterior surface 15. The ocular stent can be segmented in either variation but is only illustrated in FIG. 4A. Having a small segment removed creates an internal snap ring design. This variation in design would allow for greater variability in fitting the ocular stent 18. The tensile modulus of the ocular stent 18 would allow for some variability in diameter and induced forces from a particular size. The removed segment will also provide direct access to the structures of the anterior chamber angle. It would be possible to implant a stent that penetrates the trabecular meshwork 17 to provide direct flow of the aqueous humor 31 to Schlemm's canal 19. The non-segmented variation would have virtually no variability and require precise sizing. The beaded or textured anterior surface 15 provides variable contact along the contact surface, allowing for equalization of fluid pressure across the ocular stent 18. This would be required in the case of a continuous ring design. The beading texture 15 also servers the purpose of providing a non-continuous surface in contact with the transition zone 42. Variations in the texture can be manipulated to achieve optimization of the appositional stem cell stimulation. Variations in texture and design to the posterior surface of the stent 18 may also be employed to enhance contact properties to the peripheral iris.
FIG. 4B is a sectional view of ocular stent 18 with the sectional view of a port indicated by the dashed lines. FIG. 4C is a partial side profile view of the ocular stent 18 as it would be viewed from inside the anterior chamber of the eye with the port openings visible. The illustrated view orientating is indicated in FIG. 4A. FIG. 4D is a sectional view of ocular stent 18 with the beading contour indicated. FIG. 4E is a partial side profile view of the ocular stent 18 as it would be viewed from inside the anterior chamber of the eye with the anterior beaded surface visible. The illustrated view orientating is indicated in FIG. 4A.
With reference to FIG. 5, a preferred and non-limiting embodiment of an ocular stent 47 is depicted. The ocular stent 47 is implanted in the peripheral irideocorneal angle 44 of the anterior chamber. The ocular stent 47 has an anterior portion configured to be centered on and in contact with the surface of the transition zone 42 between the anterior limits of the trabecular meshwork 17 and posterior limits of the corneal endothelium 16 or posterior aspect of the limbus 41. The anterior limits of the ocular stent 47 may encroach on and make contact with the adjacent trabecular meshwork 17 and corneal endothelium 16. The posterior portion of the ocular stent will be configured to be in contact with a portion of the surface of the peripheral iris 29. The peripheral limits of the posterior contact may extend around the anterior chamber irideocorneal angle 44 to contact the anterior chamber exposure of the ciliary body 27 up to or beyond the scleral spur 43 to encroach on the trabecular meshwork 17. The central range of the posterior contact along the iris 29 will be sufficient to effectively support the ciliary body 27 structure posterior to the iris 29. As in previously described embodiments, the stent 47 is configured to reposition and retain the position of the ciliary body 27. The ocular stent 47 spans the filtering structure of the trabecular meshwork 17 expanding and opening its porous structure. This structurally supported configuration of the drainage anatomy will decrease IOP and promote rejuvenation of the tissues. In certain embodiments, the ocular stent 47 is composed of biocompatible materials that are relatively soft and flexible. The ocular stent 47 is designed to incorporate an O-ring 48 to provide the structure with stability and ability to alter induced forces with respect to the anatomical arrangement of the involved structures. These stable properties also will allow for consistent and accurate contact with the transition zone 42. This is required to induce appropriate forces at this area of stem cell activity. The appositional stimulation of stem cells here can impact regeneration of corneal endothelial cells 16 and cells pertaining to the trabecular meshwork 17. The posterior aspect of the ocular stent 47 is essential to the aforementioned actions on the trabecular meshwork 17 and transition zone 42. This posterior contact along the iris base 29 translates forces required to reposition the ciliary body 27 and variable forces from muscular action in the ciliary body 27 to the transition zone 42. The posterior repositioning shifts the accommodative structure posteriorly which in turn requires the structures to expand circumferentially. This expansion will translate into a tightening of the posterior 38, equatorial 37 and anterior 36 zonules. The return of tension to these zonules will result in some degree of accommodative function. The return of function will stabilize muscular action by means of effective feedback and control of the ciliary body 27. This is important as it relates to the hyaloid zonules 39. The posterior movement of the ciliary body 27 will relieve excessive tension on the hyaloid zonules 39. This combined with returned control of the accommodative musculature will relieve excessive tension being transferred to the hyaloid retinal connections and thus reduce the risk of retinal detachment. In a preferred and non-limiting embodiment, the ocular stent 47 requires specific sizing and anatomical placement, but has significant adjustment due to the O-ring 48 component. It will be possible to adjust the sizing to induce forces to enable some manipulation of refractive error. The ocular stent 47 is positioned at the base of the cornea 32. This area of circumferential placement is the foundation of the cornea and as such the structural base of the cornea 32. The properties of the materials utilized for the ocular stent 47 and the O-ring 48 along with the amount of tensioning can be manipulated to create some movement of the O-ring 48 with accommodative stimulation. This motion can be utilized to incorporate an accommodating anterior chamber interocular lens (ACIOL).
A front view of a preferred and non-limiting embodiment of a stent is shown in FIG. 6A. FIG. 6A illustrates placement of the continuous O-ring 48 in the non-continuous variation of the collar stent 47 having an anterior aspect that is crenellated or notched. These crenellations 45 have a similar function to the function of the beaded surface 15 described previously. The crenellations 45 leave voids along the contact surface, allowing for aqueous flow across the ocular stent 47. The aqueous pressure does not depend on these crenellations 45 to equalize pressure. The void section of the ocular stent 47 would provide sufficient flow on its own. The crenellations 45 of the ocular stent 47 also serve the purpose of creating a non-continuous surface in contact with the transition zone 42. Variations in the texture can be manipulated to achieve optimization of the appositional stimulation of stem cells. It would be possible to produce non-crenellated variations. Such variations would work similar to the ported version of the previously described embodiments of the stent 47. The posterior surface in contact with the peripheral iris can also employ a crenulated or notched configuration. In this case, the void section of the ocular stent 47 is oriented up to minimize transfer of free pigment and debris. This orientation is recommended for implementations including, but not limited to, pigmentary glaucoma, pigment dispersion syndrome, and pseudoexfoliative glaucoma.
FIG. 6B is a sectional view of the ocular stent 47 with a sectional view of the O-ring 48 in position. The ocular stent 47 is designed to allow for some translation of movement induced by accommodative forces. FIG. 6C is a partial side profile view of the ocular stent 47 as it would be viewed from inside the anterior chamber of the eye with the O-ring 48 and crenellations 45 visible. The illustrated view orientating is indicated in FIG. 6A. Parts of the trabecular meshwork 17 anatomy will be visible through the crenellations 45.
FIG. 7 is a detailed illustration of the invention showing a preferred and non-limiting embodiment of an ocular stent 47 in relation to adjacent anatomy. The stent 47 is assembled from multiple pieces of three components: anterior arms 50, posterior arms 51 and annular cords, such as beading lines 52 (shown in FIG. 8C). The arms 50, 51 connect at a joint 49, such as an articulating joint. The assembled components collectively create an articulating base. An O-ring 48 is positioned within the implanted articulating base. The stent 47 is implanted in the peripheral irideocorneal angle 44 of the anterior chamber, such that the anterior aspect of the anterior arm 50 is designed to be centered on and in contact with the surface of the transition zone 42 between the anterior limits of the trabecular meshwork 17 and posterior limits of the corneal endothelium 16 or posterior aspect of the limbus 41. The anterior limits of the ocular stent 47 may encroach on and make contact with the adjacent trabecular meshwork 17 and corneal endothelium 16. The peripheral portion of the anterior arm 50 and peripheral portion of the posterior arm 51 are designed to be connected. This connection area extends around the anterior chamber irideocorneal angle 44 to contact the anterior chamber exposure of the ciliary body 27 up to or beyond the scleral spur 43 to encroach on the trabecular meshwork 17. The posterior arm 51 is configured to be in contact with a portion of the surface of the peripheral iris 29. The central range of the posterior contact along the iris 29 will be sufficient to effectively support the ciliary body 27 structure posterior to the iris 29. The stent 47 is configured to reposition and retain the position of the ciliary body 27. As shown in FIG. 7A, the stent 47 is well positioned anatomy to enable favourable function. The anterior arm 50 spans the filtering structure of the trabecular meshwork 17 expanding and opening its porous structure. This structurally supported configuration of the drainage anatomy will decrease IOP and promote rejuvenation of the tissues. The anterior 50 and posterior 51 arms of the ocular stent are to be composed of a biocompatible material that is relatively rigid. Polymethylmethacrylate (PMMA) is a suitable material; however, the ocular stent 47 components are not limited to PMMA. The material may have shape memory characteristics. As used herein, “shape memory” refers to a material which returns to an initial shape when biasing forces are removed therefrom. Shape memory may also refer to a material which returns to an initial shape as a result of a triggering event such as when the material is heated to a specific predetermined temperature. The incorporated O-ring 48 provides the ability to alter induced forces with respect to the anatomical arrangement of the involved structures. The combination of components produces a stable structure able to articulate at the irideocorneal angle 44. The relatively stable properties also allow for consistent and accurate contact of the anterior arm 50 with the transition zone 42. This contact is required to induce appropriate forces at this area of stem cell activity. The appositional stimulation of stem cells here can impact regeneration of corneal endothelial cells 16 and cells pertaining to the trabecular meshwork 17. The anterior arm 50 of the ocular stent is essential to the aforementioned actions on the trabecular meshwork 17 and transition zone 42. This posterior contact along the iris base 29 translates forces required to reposition the ciliary body 27 and variable forces from muscular action in the ciliary body 27 to the transition zone 42. The posterior repositioning shifts the accommodative structure posteriorly which in turn requires the structures to expand circumferentially. This expansion translates into a tightening of the posterior 38, equatorial 37, and anterior 36 zonules. The return of tension to these zonules results in some degree of accommodative function. The return of function will stabilize muscular action by means of effective feedback and control of the ciliary body 27. This is important as it relates to the hyaloid zonules 39. The posterior movement of the ciliary body 27 relieves excessive tension on the hyaloid zonules 39. This combined with returned control of the accommodative musculature will relieve excessive tension being transferred to the hyaloid retinal connections and thus reduce the risk of retinal detachment. The stent 47 requires specific sizing and anatomical placement, but has significant adjustment because its multi piece construction and O-ring 48 component. For example, it is possible to adjust the sizing of the stent 47 to induce forces to enable some manipulation of refractive error. The ocular stent 47 is positioned at the base of the cornea 32. This area of circumferential placement is the foundation of the cornea and, as such, the structural base of the cornea 32. The ability of stent 47 to articulate can enable it to harness and translate accommodative force to produce movement of the O-ring 48. This motion can be utilized to incorporate an accommodating anterior chamber interocular lens (ACIOL).
A half section front view of the stent 47 is shown in FIG. 8A. The stent 47 depicted in FIG. 8A illustrates the continuous beading together of the alternating anterior arm 50 and posterior arm 51 components. Placement of the O-ring 48 is also illustrated. The alternation of the components produces voids, allowing for free aqueous flow throughout the ocular stent. This is an advantage with respect to freedom of flow more representative of the natural anatomy. In the case of pigment dispersion syndrome and pigmentary glaucoma, this embodiment would not be the preferred one. This configuration cannot provide any pre-filtering properties as in the previously described embodiments of the stent. The alternating structure also serves the purpose of creating a non-continuous surface in contact with the transition zone 42 and iris base 29. The alternating pattern provides a variation of the appositional stimulation of stem cells.
FIGS. 8B and 8C are schematic views of the stent 47 in situ with illustrative anatomy. The relationship between the O-ring 48, the anterior arm 50, the posterior arm 51 and anatomy is shown for the purpose of relating to FIG. 8C. FIG. 8C is a partial side profile view of the stent 47 as it would be viewed from inside the anterior chamber of the eye with anatomy visible. The stent 47 has the advantage of leaving some of the anatomy visible through the voids. It is noted that all of the embodiments of the stent described herein can be viewed by gonioscopy; however, the stent 47 depicted in FIGS. 7-8D has the most anatomy visible. The partial side view of the components has been staggered to illustrate the relationship between the components. This view best illustrates that the beading lines 52 tie the components together. As shown in FIG. 8C, three beading lines 52 are required to assemble the components. The triplication provides security that this embodiment will remain intact once assembled. FIG. 8D illustrates side and front views of the anterior arm 50 and posterior arm 51 separated as individual units. The holes used for beading are shown. The anterior arm 50 has three round holes 53, while the posterior arm has two round holes 53 and one slotted hole 54. The purpose of the slotted hole 54 is to allow articulating but limit range of motion. Such a limit on the range of motion is required to prevent the ocular stent from folding in on itself during implantation. The arms of the ocular stent 47 must remain open enough to insert the O-ring 48.
FIG. 9A is a sectional view of an aphakic eye illustrating the stent 47 with an articulating joint 49. The implantation of an accommodating ACIOL is illustrated as it would be implanted and fit to the stent 47. The ACIOL body 57 illustrates the positioning of the ACIOL when the accommodative musculature is relaxed and 57′ illustrates the ACIOL's change in position and curvature under accommodative stimulus. Articulation of the posterior arm 51 translates the accommodative contractions into small amounts of movement of the O-ring 48′. The O-ring 48′ is incorporated into the ACIOL design becoming the peripheral limits of the ACIOL. The O-ring 48′ is circumferentially fused with the extended anterior surface 55 of the ACIOL. The ACIOL has its optical form completed by its posterior surface 56. The two surfaces of the accommodating ACIOL could be manufactured from acrylic material that is then filled with index matched silicone oil or material of similar properties. These material properties will enable the vaulted ACIOL to change curvature with minor movement. Model tests and calculations indicate a decrease in diameter of 200 microns would potentially induce 10 diopters of accommodation. The refractive power of the ACIOL will need to be greater than the power of the human lens to produce sufficient levels of accommodation. In order to create an effective optical system of the appropriate total power a PCIOL 58 of opposing power will be required to complete this dual optic design.
FIG. 9B illustrates frontal view of the anatomy and the stent 47 with an accommodating ACIOL. The view is divided into quarters A, B, C, D. The first quarter A illustrates this embodiment independent of any anatomy. The alternating anterior arms 50 and posterior arms 51 along with the O-ring 48 are visible. The second quarter B represents the ocular anatomy without any stents implanted. The third quarter C illustrates the complete system of the stent 47 and the accommodation ACIOL components. Components visible would include partial views of the anterior 50 and posterior 51 arms. Although predominantly clear, the body of the ACIOL 57 and its anterior 55 and posterior 56 surfaces would be in view. The fourth quarter D has the complete assembly of components illustrated with the anatomy removed. An artificial pupil ring is indicated by 59. Because the optics of the ACIOL are anterior to the natural pupil it is optically advantageous to create a boundary between the refractive and non-refractive aspects of the ACIOL.
FIG. 10A is an exemplary injector. Generally, the injector consists of a main body 60 that houses the plunger mechanism 62. The plunger has a silicon stopper 63, which is required to create the hydraulic pressure of the viscoelastic gliding agent used to eject the folded stent 18, 47 and/or the folded O-ring 48 from the chamber. The injector cartridge 61 opens allowing the ocular stent 18, 47 to be positioned carefully and flooded with viscoelastic before folding. In this illustration the O-ring 48 is being prepared for implantation. It may be required to push part of the O-ring 48 in to the cartridge tip 61′ prior to folding. This will depend on the length of the cartridge tip 61′.
In FIG. 10B a front view of the implantation procedure is illustrated. Here the eye has been prepared with eyelid speculums 64 in place and the incision wound 65 made. This illustration shows the stent 47 with its base structure already implanted. The anterior 50 and posterior 51 arms are partially visible in the anatomy, but clearly visible in the section where the anatomy has been removed for illustrative purposes. The O-ring 48 is seen as it is ejected from the cartridge tip 61′. The plunger 62 and the silicone stopper 63 creating the hydraulic viscoelastic pressure are also visible.
Having described various embodiments of the stent 18, 47 and methods of implantation thereof, a method of treating or addressing macular degeneration will now be discussed in detail. More specifically, as described herein, an intraocular stent 18, 47 may be used to treat various ocular conditions including presbyopia, glaucoma, cataracts, Fuch's Dystrophy, and retinal detachments. In some embodiments, the devices and methods may also be used for preventing the onset or evolution of macular degeneration.
To prevent the onset or evolution of AMD, an implantable support device, such a collar stent 18, 47, is implanted in the eye. It is noted that any of the embodiments of an intraocular device described hereinabove could be implanted and used for this purpose. Further, the collar stent 18, 47 may be inserted using any of the described methods or procedures. Other implantable medical devices and insertion methods may also be used provided that the device is positioned and configured to provide requisite pressure to particular interior structures of the eye. When correctly inserted and positioned, the stent 18, 47 may contribute to normalization of stresses on retinal tissue and optic nerve. Such stability provides the eye with greater potential to mitigate risks of vision loss through AMD and glaucoma.
As previously described, the stent 18, 47 is configured and positioned within the eye to apply tri-directional pressure. Particularly, pressure is applied in an anterior direction to contact a surface centered on a transition zone between a trabecular meshwork and a corneal endothelium of the eye, and a posterior portion configured to contact a peripheral iris of the eye. The combination of the anterior direction pressure and the posterior direction pressure results in a circumferentially directed pressure or force that expands the irideocorneal angle. Such tri-directional pressure is believed to indirectly produce a reduced negative pressure in retinal tissues. Reduction of stresses to retinal tissues is believed to inhibit formation of drusen.
It is believed that the tri-directional pressure applied by the stent 18, 47 functions in the following manner. The pressures applied in the posterior direction and the anterior direction push focusing muscles back which, along with the circumferentially directed pressure, widens the eye to return it to a more youthful configuration. In the youthful configuration, focusing ability is returned to functional levels, which contributes to control and stabilization of forces. More specifically, the act of pushing the focusing muscles back and tightening the system reduces stresses on the anchoring points to the retina. It is noted that even though the focusing structures of the eye, including the muscles and lens, are at the front of the eye, these structures are anchored to the back of the eye. Accordingly, reducing stresses in the front of the eye also gains control of and/or benefits back structures of the eye. Particularly, since energy must be absorbed by some structure, when the muscles at the front of the eye contract with significant force, the contraction energy is absorbed by the retina. When the retina is pulled or stretched, negative pressure is created that makes it harder for the retinal vasculature to clear waste materials, which are precursors to drusen. However, in a young eye, the retina and its vascular system are more efficient and such stresses are more easily absorbed. In contrast, in an older eye, as a result of conditions such as cholesterol, leaky blood vessels, hypertension, and/or diabetes, the vascular system is less efficient and resilient. Accordingly, waste materials do not clear properly and collect in the eye.
While loss of functional accommodation and lack of positive feedback have been discussed hereinabove in relation to retinal detachments, these same stresses, which are transferred via the vitreous body to the complex retinal anchoring points, also increase a risk of AMD. Although the presence of drusen is not considered to be a definite course to AMD, it is certainly a precursors and/or primary indicator as to risk. The retinal tissues must absorb the static stresses of an ineffective focusing system. These stresses on the retina create negative pressure in the extracellular space. Drusen formation increases with excessive extracellular material accumulations and with an aging and/or compromised retinal vascular network that cannot remove the debris at a rate sufficient to prevent accumulation. Support for such mechanisms can be seen with respect to a greater prevalence of drusen and AMD in hyperopic eyes.
Hyperopes typically remain uncorrected for a significant period of time. This is particularly evident among children who have ample accommodative ability to compensate and sustain clear vision. In these cases, the whole system is under perpetual strain. The eye must sustain focus even while looking at distance. Particularly, the retinal tissues are under significant stress since such tissues also are terminal anchoring points to the system.
These mechanism are also apparent in myopes that have been overcorrected. An overcorrected myope essentially functions under the same excessive accommodative stresses as does an uncorrected hyperope. It is of significance to note the importance of proper refractive correction to stabilize a powerful youthful accommodative system. An ineffective presbyopic system and an overstimulated youthful accommodative system are detrimental to the health of retinal tissues, as well as the optic nerves. As a result, the above-described mechanisms of accumulation of extracellular debris in the retina are also transferred to the optic nerve. Accumulation of debris in the optic nerve may influence the development of glaucoma, as well as the presence of optic disc drusen. Accordingly, placement of the support device, such as the stent 18, 47, serves to mitigate or inhibit drusen formation which provides beneficial therapeutic results for a number a conditions that effect the eye, retina, and/or optic nerve.
Discussion of this invention is made in relation to the human eye, but it is appreciated that the invention described herein is not limited or exclusive of the human eye. While specific embodiments of the invention have been described in detail, it will be appreciated by those skilled in the art that various modifications and alternatives to those details could be developed in light of the overall teachings of the disclosure. Accordingly, the particular arrangements disclosed are meant to be illustrative only and not limiting as to the scope of invention which is to be given the full breadth of the claims appended and any and all equivalents thereof. Further, although the invention has been described in detail for the purpose of illustration based on what is currently considered to be the most practical and preferred embodiments, it is to be understood that such detail is solely for that purpose and that the invention is not limited to the disclosed embodiments, but, on the contrary, is intended to cover modifications and equivalent arrangements that are within the spirit and scope of the appended claims. For example, it is to be understood that the present invention contemplates that, to the extent possible, one or more features of any embodiment can be combined with one or more features of any other embodiment.
1. A method of mitigating the occurrence of macular degeneration in a mammalian eye, the method comprising;
inserting an intraocular collar stent into a portion of the mammalian eye such that the collar stent is in contact with soft tissue of an anterior chamber of the eye;
applying pressure in an anterior direction to a surface centered on a transition zone between an anterior limit of a trabecular meshwork and a posterior limit of a corneal endothelium of the eye with an anterior portion of the stent;
applying pressure in a posterior direction to a surface of a peripheral iris of the eye with a posterior portion of the stent, wherein the pressure is applied continually;
applying pressure in a circumferentially expanding direction to an iridocorneal angle of the eye, wherein the pressure is applied continually;
creating a reduced negative pressure state within retinal tissues of the eye as a result of the application of pressure; and
while the reduced negative pressure state is present, permitting enhanced removal of extracellular material to flow through vasculature of the eye.
2. The method of claim 1, wherein inserting the stent comprises:
forming an incision in a cornea of the eye for accessing the anterior chamber;
inserting a portion of an injector into the anterior chamber through the incision; and
expelling the stent from the injector to the anterior chamber for placement.
3. The method of claim 1, wherein the intraocular collar stent comprises a body, the body comprising the anterior portion configured to contact the surface of the transition zone and the posterior portion configured to contact the peripheral iris of the eye.
4. The method of claim 3, wherein the body further comprises a joint connecting the anterior portion and the posterior portion of the body.
5. The method of claim 4, wherein the joint comprises an articulating joint configured to adjust the position of the anterior and posterior portions of the body relative to interior structures of the eye.
6. The method of claim 5, wherein the articulating joint defines an interior angle and an exterior angle, the exterior angle being commensurate with and configured to fit within the iridocorneal angle of the eye.
7. The method of claim 3, wherein the body comprises one or more biocompatible materials selected from the group consisting of: polymethylmethacrylate (PMMA); silicone or acrylic block polymers materials having PMMA components; hydrophobic acrylics; hydrophilic acrylics; acrylic Poly(styrene-block-isobutylene-block-styrene) SIBS; Silicon Elastomer (Biosil); and Heparin Surface Modified Acrylics.
8. The method of claim 3, wherein the anterior portion of the body comprises a plurality of notches or beads extending therefrom configured to create non-continuous contact with the transition zone.
9. The method of claim 3, wherein the intraocular collar stent is inserted in the eye such that the anterior portion of the body extends around the iridocorneal angle of the eye and crosses an anterior chamber exposure of a ciliary body up to or beyond a scleral spur of the eye.
10. The method of claim 1, wherein applying pressure in at least one of the anterior direction and the posterior direction absorbs static stresses to a retina caused by ineffective focusing.
11. The method of claim 1, wherein applying pressure in at least one of the anterior direction and the posterior direction at least partially contributes to elimination of a negative pressure in an extracellular space of the eye.
12. The method of claim 1, wherein the pressure in the anterior direction and the pressure in the posterior direction are applied simultaneously.
13. The method of claim 1, wherein the pressure in the anterior direction and the pressure in the posterior direction are applied continually for a predetermined period of time.
14. The method of claim 1, wherein the application of pressure in at least one of the anterior direction and the posterior direction produces the reduced negative pressure state in the eye in which drusen formation is at least partially inhibited.
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North Carolina Domestic Violence Laws
In North Carolina victims of domestic violence are protected by both civil and criminal laws. Domestic violence can be physical, emotional or sexual or financial. Certain types of harassment or emotional abuse can happen through all types of communication, including written, telephone, fax, e-mail, or voicemail.
A person commits domestic violence by doing one or more of the following acts against a person with whom the offender shares or shared a personal relationship, or against the minor child of such a person:
Attempting to or intentionally causing bodily injury;
Placing someone or a member of someone’s family or household in fear of imminent serious bodily injury;
Committing a sexual offenses such as rape;
Placing someone in fear of continued harassment that is so bad it inflicts substantial emotional distress on the victim;
Conduct that torments, terrorizes, or terrifies a person.
Victims of domestic violence can apply for a Domestic Violence Protective Order, which is a civil court order signed by a judge that offers protection to victims.
Most criminal domestic violence cases in North Carolina are prosecuted through general criminal statutes, not specific domestic violence laws. Any crime can be an act of domestic violence if perpetrated in a domestic violence context.
If a judge determines a "personal relationship" exists between the persons involved, he or she can impose special terms of probation such as requiring the defendant to undergo medical or psychiatric treatment and remain in a specified institution if necessary for such treatment, attend or reside in a facility that provides rehabilitation, counseling, treatment, training, or residence for people on probation, successfully complete a Drug Treatment Court Program, abstain from consuming alcohol and submit to continuous alcohol monitoring, and require the defendant to remain at home except for specified purposes, such as employment or school.
What Protections Are Available In Addition to Criminal Prosecution?
There are several remedies and legal protections available for victims of domestic violence in North Carolina. These may include:
Address Confidentiality Program: Victims can conceal their address from abusers;
Civil lawsuit: The victim may file a civil lawsuit to recover losses and expenses such as medical bills or pain and suffering damages; and
Custody/child or spousal support orders: These may be modified to prevent any further incidence of violence between spouses, children, or other persons.
The following table highlights the main provisions of the North Carolina's Domestic Violence Laws. See Stalking and Filing a Domestic Violence Lawsuit for more information.
Code Sections NCGS § 50B-1 et. seq.
What Protections are Available?
Civil and Criminal
•Attempting to or intentionally causing bodily injury;
•Placing someone or a member of someone’s family or household in fear of imminent serious bodily injury;
•Committing a sexual offenses such as rape;
•Placing someone in fear of continued harassment that is so bad it inflicts substantial emotional distress on the victim; and
•Conduct that torments, terrorizes, or terrifies a person.
Personal Relationship Requirement
A current or former spouse;
A person of the opposite sex who has lived with you or is living with you;
Persons who are related as parents and children or as grandparents and grandchildren (You may not, however, obtain an order for protection against a child or grandchild under the age of 16.);
A person who is the parent of your child;
A current or former household member; and
A person you are dating or have dated.
Children are also protected from domestic violence from their parents, or live-in partners of their parents, or any individual who is acting as their parent
Common Misdemeanor DV Crimes • Assault on a FemaleCommunicating Threats
• Assault by Pointing a Gun
• Domestic Criminal Trespass
• Harassing Phone Calls
• Injury to Pregnant Woman
• Injury to Personal Property
• Assault Inflicting Serious Injury
• Assault with a Deadly Weapon
• Stalking (Can be a felony in some situations)
• Interference with Emergency Communication
• Violation of a Protective Order (Can be a felony in some situations)
• Assault in the Presence of a Child
• Sexual Battery
Common Felony DV Crimes
• Rape
• Sexual Offenses
• Non-fatal Strangulation
*Factors such as prior offenses or history of domestic violence help determine the severity of the punishment. Sentence may also include a restraining or protective order.*
Misdemeanors: Up to 150 Days in Jail, Anger Management classes, Community Service, Fines, and Restitution to the victim(s).
Felony: See Felony Sentencing Grid
Types of Protective Orders Available DVPO
North Carolina Victim Assistance Network
North Carolina Coalition Against Domestic Violence
North Carolina Coalition Against Sexual Assault
Statewide Automated Victim Assistance and Notification System (SAVAN)
National Domestic Violence Hotline1-800-799-SAFE (7233)
Because domestic laws can sometimes get complicated, it may also be a good idea to consult an experienced North Carolina domestic violence lawyer if you have questions about your specific situation.
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Sanket’s Review: “Chaar Din Ki Chandni” is watch-and-forget kind of film.
sanket porwal, March 8, 2012 July 4, 2013 , Member Reviews, Reviews, 0
Cast: Tusshar Kapoor, Om Puri, Kulraj Randhawa, Anupam Kher, Chandrachur Singh, Farida Jalal.
Director: Samir Karnik
Length: 2.15 hours approximately.
It seems director Samir Karnik is very obsessed with the success of YAMLA PAGLA DEEWANA (YPD) because in his new film called CHAAR DIN KI CHANDNI the story reminds you of YPD of lot many times post-intermission. The resemblance is so crystal white but despite that, the director never wishes to bring any change till the film culminates. In this film we have a lover boy disguising himself as Punjabi (Bobby deol in YPD) also the plot has many characters arriving in frame and disocvers somenthing’s wrong in the premise! YPD stamp all over it!
Though not thoroughly boring, this film does provide few genuine laughs. The film starts very slow and there’s hardly any motion in the story pre-intermission. the few noteworthy scenes are the one in Gym where Tushar kapoor boasts about his gyming brothers to Kulraj so much that with every one boast he adds up a 20kg bar to their lift-up. Its an hilarious scene. Sadly, the film draws very few such scenes.
The second half anyways does not bore you because the film does have some corny twists in the plot. the climax of this film also reminds of YPD because of the funny action set-up. The Dirty Picture dialogue is with good humour and does evoke a laugh. The film surrounds around such a bizzarely written screenplay, that everything that comes on screen cannot be taken seriously even if its an serious emotional sequence. Thankfull, not many sentiments are forced in the film unlike many films and thus it helps to have a command on the pace.
The film is shot in some fantastic locations and they are treat for eyes! The music is average. “Chandni” track is fine, but “Kangna” stands apart. Rest songs are not pleasing. The film also has some songs from old movies to add to the comedy, but its an lame attempt which is tried in dozen of films before. Samir’s narration is quite flat and there is nothing like excitement.
Tusshar Kapoor simply falls flat on face with his acting skills. He does well in Punjabi version, but overall he disappoints big time. Kulraj’s acting finally is noticeable. She does get neglected post-intermission, but she has spontaneous tone in her act. Om Puri is the best amog the lot. Chandra Chur Sing is wasted. Anupam Kher goes over the top at times. But the scenes between him and Om Puri are funny! Johnny lever in a brief character is not so funny.
Watch it and forget it, is all what you can do with CHAAR DIN KI CHANDNI. It could’ve been better had the jokes been more funny. Watch it for yourself and decide.
Rating- 2/5 (Average)
Tags: Anita Raaj Anupam Kher Chandrachur Singh Mukul Dev Sushant Singh Tusshar Kapoor
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Meeting With The Bobs? Gmail Will Now Make Sure You Contact The Right One.
MG Siegler @mgsiegler / 10 years
You know how I know that we’re reaching the limits of email innovation? Because Gmail is now devoting much of its time to embarrassment prevention in Gmail Labs. The latest is another small, but useful feature that they’re humorously calling: Got the Wrong Bob?
As the name implies, when you turn this feature on in Labs, Gmail will scan an email’s recipients to see if you are accidentally sending a message to someone you don’t want to be sending it to. Here’s a good example of when this will be useful: Michael Arrington often sends the TechCrunch writers emails about stories but sometimes he’ll include Mahalo founder Jason Calacanis in those emails when he means to include TechCrunch writer Jason Kincaid. Typing in “Jason” populates Calacanis first, and Mike usually doesn’t realize it until it’s too late.
While that’s never caused a major problem, you can imagine how it easily could, and undoubtedly has, for a lot of people. So now Gmail will look at your history of grouping people together in emails and make sure that you want to actually send it to all the recipients if there is some anomaly in that list. If there is, you will see it below the “To:” field, with a red “Did you mean” followed by the contact’s name that you may have meant to send the message to.
This is similar to Google’s “Suggest more recipients” Labs feature, and as such, they’re renaming that, “Don’t forget Bob.” I can’t quite tell if Google is trying to make a “The Bobs” joke from Office Space (which I am), or a What About Bob? joke. Either would be good, I suppose.
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Rahm Emanuel slams Rep. Ilhan Omar for ‘casting Jewish Americans as the other‘
Posted by Maureen Ferrigno on March 16, 2019 at 2:00 pm
By – The Washington Times – Thursday, March 7, 2019
Chicago Mayor penned a column Thursday slamming for perpetuating anti-Semitic tropes and “casting Jewish Americans as the other.”
, Chicago’s first Jewish mayor who previously served as President Obama’s chief of staff, accused of promoting “very old canards” that have been “unleashed by anti-Semites throughout history.”
“No one is questioning the right of members of Congress and others to criticize Israeli policies,” he wrote in a for The Atlantic. “But is crossing a line that should not be crossed in political discourse. Her remarks are not anti-Israel; they are anti-Semitic.”
Democrats are at odds with each other as stands accused of perpetuating the anti-Semitic “dual loyalty” trope in comments she made last week about Israel-supporting lawmakers holding “allegiance to a foreign country.”
House Democrats have delayed a resolution condemning anti-Semitism — an indirect rebuke of ’s comments — after freshman Democrats complained that it should be broadened to condemn all forms of bigotry.
, also a Democrat, didn’t voice an opinion about the resolution in his piece but said , as a Muslim American, should learn the “lesson” of defending people from bigoted stereotypes instead of promoting them.
“Whether consciously or not, is repeating some of the ugliest stereotypes about Jews — tropes that have been unleashed by anti-Semites throughout history,” the mayor wrote. “She is casting Jewish Americans as the other, suggesting a dual loyalty that calls our devotion to America into question.
“For centuries, this trope has been aimed at Jews in countries around the world,” he said. “In embracing it, is associating herself with calamities from the Spanish Inquisition to the Russian pogroms to the Holocaust. That’s not historical company that any American should want to keep.”
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About Marwan
I started playing piano when I was 3, and began writing music at the age of 6. I've taught music and piano for over 12 years, and tutoring other subjects for over 5 years.
Originally from Cleveland, Ohio, I graduated from Cornell University in Electrical & Computer Engineering, with a minor in Music.
As a student, I was President of the Cornell Piano Society for 4 years. I spent much time teaching piano and music theory to fellow Cornell students, faculty, and staff. I've also organized many concerts, recitals, and events during my tenure.
After college, I went on to work for Intel & Apple as an engineer, while continuing to teach and tutor on the side. Later on, I founded my own startup company centered around Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Data Science, and unmet needs in the B2C market.
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I feel very comfortable and feel he is doing a good job. A very nice well spoken young man. This is my first lesson , ask me again later.
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Hello, I am a certified teacher and also an engineer. My main goal as an educator is to help students realize their true potential. Beyond helping my students complete homework or learn a new skill I provide them with tools for success. I teach my students so they can take charge of their learning.
I hold a Masters Degree in Education with an emphasis in Bilingual/Bicultural Education. Prior to earning my masters degree, I was a bilingual educator for six years. In addition, I have conducted research in language acquisition and math and have been trained using research based learning strategies. I also hold a Bachelors Degree in Mechanical Engineering and worked six years in this field.
I work with students all ages. I am available for homework, homeschooling, and enrichment activities. Before meeting with my students, I gather the ne
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I have worked with students with special needs including, learning disabled, ADHD and gifted and talented. When planning my lessons, I make sure that the activities included are appropriate for the student and use students feedback in future planning.
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I have been an educator for more than ten years. In that time, I've taught and tutored English, Language Arts and Spanish to students from elementary to PhD level. I also help students study for the SAT, ACT and TOEFL tests and coach students through the college and graduate school application process. I love teaching and learning. I am patient, enthusiastic and dedicated to my students.
My teaching philosophy can be summed up in a few words : learning should be fascinating, relevant, individualized and fun. Helen Keller said, “ A well-educated mind will always have more questions than answers.” My goal is to help my students ask the questions that will lead them to deeper understanding. The poet Mark Van Doren said, “The art of teaching is the art of assisting discovery.” In our lessons, I will help you make discoveries that will ins
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Hi, I'm Jacqueline and I specialize in French tutoring for students of all ages. I have taught over 120 French students at all levels including beginners, AP students, and adult learners. I work with each student to create a program tailored to their individual goals and needs. I can help you with all aspects of French including grammar, conversation, vocabulary, and overall fluency.
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I am a part-time online teacher specializing in teaching english as a second language and history. I graduated from Curry College in May 2014 with a B.A. in Politics and History and a minor in English. I subsequently completed a 10 month ESL fellowship in Israel from September 2015 until July 2016. I began teaching online to Chinese students in August 2017 through the company of 51talk and was promoted once during my time with them. Currently, I teach online both through that company though also offer my own lessons which I design and use.
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Steve Taylor - Out of the Darkness and The Fall (Turmoil to Enlightenment)
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Date: Sat,27 Aug 2011
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Steve's research looks at how humanity suddenly changed from being peaceful to war like from around 6000 years ago. Humanity suddenly had an ego explosion where people became more individualistic and separate. Also in his new book "Out of the Darkness" Steve discusses a number of cases where people were going through some of kind of inner turmoil to then suddenly transform into an enlightened state of awareness. Where the ego collapses and allows a higher awareness of consciousness to shine through.
Listen to Steve's fascinating interview and learn about his popular books on the subject.
Hello and welcome to the Spirit Guides.co.uk Network Radio Show, with your host, Mark Chatterton. Our guest tonight is well known author and lecturer, Steve Taylor. Steve currently lectures at Leeds Metropolitan University on Transpersonal Psychology and Peace Psychology. He is also carrying out research into Spiritual Transformation at Liverpool's John Moores University. He is the author of several books, including "The Fall", "Waking From Sleep" and the just recently published, "Out of the Darkness". So a warm welcome to you Steve.
We give thanks to Steve for persevering with us after our first attempt to record the show failed. The new software we used to hook into Skype's audio stream failed to record anything, thankfully we fixed the issue. We appreciate Steve's professionalism in giving us a 2nd chance to discuss his thought provoking books.
Bio from Steve's website:
Steve Taylor is an author and lecturer whose main interests are psychology and spirituality. He is the author of Waking From Sleep, The Fall, Making Time and his new book Out of the Darkness. His books have been published in 11 languages, including Dutch, Korean, Russian, Spanish, Japanese, Polish, Spanish and French. Steve is a lecturer in psychology at Leeds Metropolitan University and a researcher in transpersonal psychology at Liverpool John Moores University.
Steve's articles and essays have been published in over 30 academic journals, magazines and newspapers, including The Journal of Transpersonal Psychology, The Journal of Consciousness Studies, The Transpersonal Psychology Review, The International Journal of Transpersonal Studies, The Scientific and Medical Network Review, Psychologies, Soul and Spirit, Resurgence and The Daily Express. His work has been featured widely in the media in the UK, including on BBC Breakfast, BBC World TV, Radio 4 and 5, and in The Guardian and The Independent.
Steve regularly gives workshops and talks and is a member of the Scientific and Medical Network. Steve lives in Manchester, England with his wife and three young children.
Steve's new book, Out of the Darkness
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Mudhutter Interview All About Roberto Martinez
Wow, Roberto Martinez, who saw that one coming? The longest courtship since Ross and Rachel is over and the sizzling Spaniard is the new Everton manager. Once Bill Kenwright stops buying him cardigans because ‘I don’t know, I just thought they would suit you’, he will get cracking and at the very least give Evertonians something different to bicker about. So, for the inside scoop on all things ‘Bob’, we spoke to the second most sophisticated man in Wigan, Martin ‘Jimmy’ Tarbuck, from the sensational Mudhutter and This Northern Soul.
Get on it.
The most telling question – were you sad to see the back of Roberto Martinez?
Yes. He’s taken us to a level beyond that of any previous manager and given us the sort of memories that we never dreamed possible. Beating all the top clubs, coming out on top in heart attack inducing end of season relegation six-pointers and of course landing us with our first major trophy. There’s the small matter of relegation and record drubbings but we’ll gloss over that.
He’s raised our profile as a club immensely and only ever spoke positively of us, something which can’t be said about his predecessors, Paul Jewell and Steve Bruce, and also transformed our passing game and our backroom mentality. Because of his affinity to the club he is the closest thing we have to being a local legend and quite rightly was voted as the club cult hero even before he came back and became manager. Winning the FA Cup just put the top hat on it.
I actually thought he may have stayed if he gone down but not if we had stayed up. There were talks of him demanding a sizeable transfer kitty off Dave Whelan to get us back up and a significant training ground investment before he went. Again, if true he only goes up in my estimation – wanting to screw the old chap for a few bob for a legacy that will benefit Wigan Athletic for a long time after he’s gone. But if may just be mythology and he was always on his way.
Either way, I’d prefer to remember him as the man who kept us up for three years and won the FA Cup than the bloke who took us down and jumped ship. Maybe he’ll return to retire in thirty years for a third spell at the club to help us get out of the Arriva Trains league?
Why is he so highly rated by seemingly everyone in football?
Give me a dreamy visionary over a turgid taskmaster any day.
I suppose he’s the antidote to the Tony Pulis’s of this world, the only time Roberto ever wears a cap is when he’s strolling down the harbour at St Jean Cap Ferrat and the sun starts burning through his hairline.
Being a nice man can seemingly get you very far so it seems. He is intensely knowledgeable about the game, has devout principles about the way it should be played and has an amazing sincerity and honesty about him. I saw him last Thursday at Wrightington in a corridor when he was off to meet Whelan the first time and for a while I didn’t let on as a little experiment and he called out to me. We’ve met a few times but he didn’t need to do that. I couldn’t resist one last photo, whopper that I am. But again, nothing is too much trouble for him.
But surely Johnny Englander can do all this? Isn’t it just the continental effect? Maybe so but you can’t hoodwink people within football and it seems to be the press not football people who question his credentials. He’s certainly got that enigma about him which means that no-one is quite sure. I’d like to think that this Everton job lark may resolve matters either way about his undoubted genius / emperors’ new clothes effect but you may find that your fans quickly draw up battle lines and within months are scrapping like cat and dog over him.
On the other hand, some Wigan fans never seemed convinced – why?
I’ve tried to plot this out in my head many times looking for correlations but which side of the fence you fall seems to have no pattern to it, it simply comes down to playing style.
I think it’s evident already which side of the fence I’m on but the view is that it’s a results business and his results have been terrible. His defence has been terrible. His win percentage has been terrible. And we are slow to go forward with very often no end product, just excessive passing.
Some fans would just prefer a more gung ho approach and the divide is so fierce that the internet is full of slanging matches and snidey indirect name calling between the two factions. Sad really that people I’ve known for years will start taking a pop at anything I or anyone writes in support of him and over on Facebook it’s “fuck off and good riddance” from some of my less than eloquent chums. It’s such a divisive matter and it seems the goodwill of the FA Cup hasn’t lasted long.
The anti-Bob view insist that we should have been further up the table with the resources we’ve got and he didn’t help himself by the way we finished the season before last. It had “top ten finish” written all over it this year in flashing neon lights and he more or less promised it.
Promised something unachievable you say? Hmmm.
Their view is Steve Bruce left him with a mid-table Premier League side and he’s turned us into relegation fodder. The Martinez defence mechanism in me quickly points out that team had Emile Heskey, Wilson Palacios, Antonio Valencia and Lee Cattermole sold from it and was also relegation fodder post January – a 4-0 humping at Goodison sticks out somewhat. Also, the wage bill has reduced by 20% from then in a period when wages have generally increased by 65%. If Martinez had the same wage bill last year as Bruce had then it would be £70m, not £35m.
All facts – the reason Martinez has struggled is because the tide of money has continued to swing against us.
But then the facts are also that he presided over record defeats, some embarrassing capitulations, and results are what matters in football. Maybe not to us fanzine-type bohemians but I suppose we accept we’re in a minority.
“If he’d have been anyone else he’d have been sacked after that 9-1 defeat at Spurs” is a pretty compelling argument as well. But hey, I found it surreally amusing sat in Wood Green Labour club, an “I was there” type moment, well till the sixth went in.
The consistency argument is also valid. He doesn’t do regular 7/10 performances. There’ll be a few 4s and then he’ll throw in a mind blowing 10/10 when you least expect it.
And the final criticism is that he’s taken us down and then buggered off without putting it right- said by many people who wanted to see the back of him anyway. Again, I do concur with this somewhat.
And indeed that is the whole Roberto Martinez effect summed up in a microcosm: wins the FA Cup on Saturday, gets relegated on the Tuesday.
Like David Moyes being linked with Baines and Fellaini, the press have lazily got Martinez linked with almost every present Wigan player – are there any you suspect he will be back for?
Again, we have a section of fans who seem to be getting outraged about this on a daily basis and turning against him even more because of it. However, as you say it seems to be those two bob gossip websites picking any number between one to five players out of a player and constructing a few bad paragraphs around it. I’ve less of a problem with it. Some of our players might want to leave because their cosseted careers are short and they want Premier League football.
I’d much rather they went to Everton than festering away at one of the usual mid-table wage packet fatteners who pick off our out of contract players (Sunderland, Villa, West Ham, etc). I’m still quite fond of the way Leighton Baines’s career has gone; there’s a right way and a wrong way to leave and he definitely moved for the better. And at least he won’t be able to twat in a penalty against us next year, the floppy haired gobshite.
Four or five might be starting to take the piss mind you but there’s no harm in one or two and Antolin Alcaraz is a free agent anyway, so you can have him right away.
Obviously, I’d prefer it if we retained all our players, or maybe if you took Gary Caldwell and Mauro Boselli off our hands, but I suspect the latter is not going to happen.
To answer your question seriously, James McCarthy is the pick of the bunch but I’d be disappointed if he went for less than £12m given the form and maturity he’s shown the last few months – or I could even say double that if we’re using the Henderson-Torres Scale and I’m not sure whether you can afford that. Whelan’s not getting any younger and I’m not sure he’s keen on this cash in instalment type repayment plans.
The others have all made noises about wanting to stay and Aroune Kone in particular would blow the Championship away – but he’s nearly 30 so may want a quick return and will be a target for many Prem clubs. The rumour about Michael Laudrup seems to be around his board not backing him with the money required to meet Kone’s exit clause but that might again be a spurious stitching together of two pieces of similar-smelling bullshit.
I really hope you don’t sign Callum McManaman as I’d just like to see more of him. He’ll move on at some point but I’d love to get another year or two out of him. We get shit for not having any English players but as soon as we do get a decent one, some fucker signs them and we’re back to having those England Youth bell ends on our case.
The Champions League comment that Bill Kenwright attributed to him seems ambitious – do you see him being a success at Everton?
I can see how it could go very well and I can see how it would go very badly. His problem at Wigan from day one is that he never had time to build the way he wanted to, nor sign the players he wanted to play the way he wanted and he was trying to implement it at the highest level, plus he was having to sell his best players every year. And people look surprised that it takes us a few months to get going. At Everton he is inheriting a team of top half performers and Martinez probably has the ability to get them to do things that Moyes wasn’t interested in. Plus he will probably sign a few players that will tweak your playing style into something more like the way he likes to play the game.
That may go brilliantly or it may go badly. His defensive record has been highlighted as a major flaw but it’s all about the personnel. A fit Alcaraz and Ivan Ramis all last year and we would not have gone down. A clearly unfit Caldwell and, well, you saw the rest.
He is a meticulous manager, a keen student of the game but talks frequently of players being the right character. He spends all week setting things up and once the whitewash is crossed he gives the players responsibility. You can see, what with some footballers not exactly being Eggheads contestants how that can go horribly wrong but he doesn’t turn good defenders into bad defenders, he just leaves the decision making to them, so again the right characters are less likely to get it wrong. This will either give you a warm glow or make you shudder depending on your view of Everton’s back four or soon to be back three.
The best case scenario is that he will simply carry on the good work of Moyes, you Evertonians will love him and demonstrate patience when it doesn’t quite come off and reap the rewards when it does. To know whether he will be a success I need to know what you expect. Would you settle for finishing 11th instead of 6th if you got to a cup final for example? In all honesty my opinion is that Everton have massively overachieved with the financial constraints you have and Martinez is presumably a good fit because he is perceived capable of making a silk purse out of a sow’s ear, or a rayon bumbag at least.
So for that reason to maintain that top six level is a big ask. But as he says, what is football without dreams? And if it goes well, he has a pretty handy set of players, one or two key acquisitions and a decent home crowd behind him it could generate the right kind of momentum. My worst nightmare is that he turns into the patsy that takes you down the table and simply cannot maintain your positions of the last few years, it’s not inconceivable, but he’s backing himself I suppose and I’m certainly wishing him and yourselves all the best.
How good was the FA Cup?
Oh. It was OK.
Well actually I don’t mean that, I just don’t want to rub it in. It was fucking brilliant. Obviously the result at your place was a stunning performance which would have put paid to many teams and I think most of your fans graciously acknowledged that. But you know when there’s a little man in your head with a mallet bashing that dreamy part of your brain every time it pipes up and gets carried away? Well right up until Watson’s ginger bonce glanced one over Joe Hart, looking less than smug for once, that little man was bashing away with gay abandon.
I was dreaming but I just didn’t think it possible.
All day I was telling myself “there is no way we can win this game” citing City’s embarrassment of riches and comparative strength. Not meaning to be defeatist and after all, we are shamefully responsible for all this “BELIEVE” nonsense that now appears to have transcended from football to other sports and is now probably being spouted on corporate team building events. Basically it was such a huge thing for a club like ours, I didn’t want to get my hopes up. The comedown however will take some time.
People might say that the big clubs don’t take it too seriously but with the exception of Portsmouth, it’s been won by the top eight or so clubs every single year since the Crazy Gang also upset the odds. It’s some achievement. It’s given us a memory to cling on to forever and it’s shook up the town to the extent that even the staunchest rugby fans have had to doff their gravy-stained caps at us. For a few days at least and then they reverted to laughing at us getting relegated.
We didn’t get lucky either, we did it with absolute class on and off the pitch and it has quite possibly changed our football club forever.
Genuinely, how do you feel at the prospect of the Championship after so many seasons in the ‘best league in the world’?
Intrigued and excited. It’s like we’ve just split up with our wife who we’ve been terrified of leaving but we’re not sure really loved us anyway as she treated us like a doormat and are about to dip our toes into the singles market again. It’s going to be cheap, dirty, exciting, occasionally tinged with regret and the potential to go downhill rapidly but maybe the change of scenery is just what we need to become ourselves again (another Martinez favourite).
It isn’t much fun winning three home games all season and travelling away, paying through the nose to sit in some sterile bowl. Of course that might be the case next season as well but there’s lot of unknowns in there. The water cooler banter merchants have been giving it “Enjoy your trip to Yeovil – LOL”. And you know what, I’m going to bloody love it – LOL.
Along with a host of local derbies, seaside away jaunts at Brighton and Bournemouth, new grounds at Donny and Sheffield Wednesday (for me personally) and locking horns with big clubs such as Leeds, Forest, Derby, et al. Plus we get to go Millwall, which me and my chums embrace with masochistic tendencies. Admit it, you’re jealous aren’t you?
See, I’ve not even mentioned the football. Some of our “Premier League only” fans dummies might go and we may see a drop in crowds post-relegation but I think we’ve got a core that is as good as it gets and will embrace the future wherever it might lie. Those who pragmatically understand our place as a club, basically a council estate scruff who won the lottery and is now trying to raid those Icelandic banks for those misadvised investments to keep the party going for another year or two. It might not seem that way in our soulless ground but we’ve a lot of heart for the future and some great fans, fans who get the culture, do great community work and fund raising, look after one another and are the antidote to the norm in Wigan, which is to support the rugby and United and yes [adopts Apprentice candidate voice] I like to think Mudhutter plays it’s part in that.
A lot depends as ever on old broken leg.
We’ve half a chance with the right manager, parachute payments and not getting raided for players too heavily but given the upheaval and a European campaign (sorry. not rubbing it in again) it might be a bit too much to ask to go back up straightaway. Mid table mediocrity would do me fine but then I think we will lose more players. Hey, it’s football and evolution and we get on with it.
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6 thoughts on “Mudhutter Interview All About Roberto Martinez”
Coke says:
I’m not having that back 3 nonsense, unless it’s Coleman/Baines and then it becomes wingbacks anyway.
Bollocks.
Jez Wyke says:
Well that’s obviously what it’d be isn’t it. Jesus wept.
Great, great interview. Good stuff mate and good luck next season
Enjoyed that interview. Thanks very much.
EJ Ruane says:
‘Lovely stuff’ – not my words, the words of TV Quick. Seriously, a terrific, entertaining informative interview. Best of luck for next season (even though I can’t stick Maggie’s mate, Werthers Whelan).
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Worcester 78s win 140-106 on opening night at Worcester State
Posted by TWIW Staff | Nov 11, 2018 | 78's | 0
WORCESTER — The ABA basketball league kicked off Saturday night at Worcester State, with the Worcester 78s running the New England Outtatowners off the court in the second half, cruising to a 140-106 victory.
The 78s are still building off their inaugural 13-4 campaign last year, with a guard heavy lineup that predicates defense, and ball hawking traps, to help create their offense in transition.
“Everything we do defensively is to get the ball back on offense, defense is what we do well,” said second year coach Anthony Leonelli. “Speeding up their guards and getting traps was really beneficial for us tonight — to up the tempo of the game.”
Worcester 78s guard Naadir Tharpe looks for the open man at the teams home opener on November 10
Up Tempo Play
Both teams came out Saturday pushing the tempo up and down the court, as Worcester had their hands full with New England’s Tim Murray, who scored all 21 of his points in the first half, knocking down six shots from behind the arc.
“(Murray) is a very good shooter, we had a scouting situation where we had to make him bounce (put ball on the floor),” said Leonelli. “We zoned out on it a couple of times, but once we corrected it, the (defense) was pretty good.”
Tony Gallo (32 points, 4 assists, 4 steals) got the 78s going defensively after Murray hit a three at the top of the key to put the Outtaowners up 24-20 with just under five minutes remaining in the first quarter.
Gallo sacrificed his body in order to take two charges underneath the hoop, on consecutive defensive stops, before getting his team in transition — finishing a left-handed layup on the break while being fouled to put his team up for good with 1:48 left in the first quarter, 28-27.
“The defense turned the game around for us, we missed some shots in the first-half, but we came together (defensively) in the second half,” Gallo said following the win.
The 78s let Murray and New England hang around in the first half despite a 34-27 lead after the first quarter. Murray opened the second quarter with a three from the top of the key, while Gallo finished off a back door cut from Jose Cruz Jr. (8 points, 11 rebounds) to keep Worcester up 40-32 with 8:05 left in the first half.
Gallo and fellow guards Scott Tavarez-Taylor (6 points, 5 rebounds), Dimitri Floras (14 points, 4 assists) and Lee Vazquez (23 points, 2 steals) along with Worcester’s Naadir Tharpe (15 points, 5 rebounds, 6 assists, 3 steals) all began to pressure the ball on the Outtatowners, helping Worcester get into their transition game, as the guard quintet pressured the perimeter to eliminate the dribble-drive kick outs to Murray from behind the arc.
Gallo added a steal and layup in transition to put Worcester up 43-34 with 7:11 left in the first half, while forward Maurice Horton (Worcester, Worcester State) who added 10 points and 4 rebounds on the night, forced a turnover and finished on the offensively end to make it a 45-37 game for the 78s.
“Our guards are tough, and we have a lot of them,” Gallo said. “(Floras) was playing overseas in South America averaging thirty points a game and (Tavarez-Taylor) is our heart and soul of our team, when he’s on the floor, he’s led our team in minutes and games played.”
Vazquez (23 points) knocked down a three from the corner, as Worcester swung the ball around the perimeter before finding Vazquez, who put the 78s up 50-40 with 1:21 left in the half.
Second Half Blowout
Worcester 78s guard Lee Vazquez drives from the perimeter at Worcester State University on November 10
New England cut the lead to 53-47 at the break however the second half was all Worcester.
“Shooting the ball [well] in the second half, that’s who we are,” said Coach Leonelli. “Once we found our range, we were really in good shape.”
The 78s opened the second half forcing traps in the backcourt while getting stops on the defensive end. Forcing a shot clock violation in the opening minutes, got Worcester rolling on the defensive end. Tharpe added a three from the wing in transition, as did Gallo, to put Worcester up 65-51 with 8:06 left in the third quarter.
Floras added a steal on the press before finishing with a layup, and Gallo answered with a long three to make it 75-58.
Gallo then added another three from the top of the key that was kissed off the glass for a 78-60 Worcester advantage.
The 78s then added a Vazquez steal and layup for Horton on a breakaway, before Gallo scored off a dribble drive with the perimeter spread, to make it an 82-60 game with 5:01 remaining in the third quarter.
Worcester closed out the third with a flurry of steals and layups as Vazquez hit an acrobatic put-back at the buzzer, following a Daivon Edwards miss, to put Worcester up 99-76 after three quarters of play.
Worcester kept the heat on to start the fourth, as Tharpe knocked down a three to start things off, before Sam Longwell (18 points) got into the shooting spree knocking down a pair of threes and finishing off a break in transition with a layup to put Worcester up 109-81. The 78s went on to cruise the rest of the way for the 34-point victory.
“We want to keep coming and it’s not that we want to be a jerk or anything, this (ABA) league has national rankings so margin of victory is important,” Leonelli said. “We never want to take a possession off, we want to extend where ever we can.”
The Worcester 78s travel on November 11, to Queens, New York to take on the Elite Kingz.
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